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Mini Masterpieces

All Day 3/1 - 3/31
All Ages
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Come be a part of our miniature art show! Canvases will be available on a first-come, first-served basis starting on March 1st. If you don't want to paint alone, drop in for a paint n sip night on Friday, March 7, from 3:30-5:30 pm.

Community Art Fair

03/01/2025 @ 9:30am - 03/31/2025 @ 9:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Teens, Adults, Families
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Teens, Adults, Families
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

All Ages | DROP-IN

Luxury Body Oil DIY

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Discover the art of making your own luxurious body oil using all-natural ingredients with Trinie of A Little Bit of Me In this hands-on workshop, you’ll have the opportunity to choose from a wide range of scents to craft a custom blend th

Elections setup

All Day
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC

Elections

All Day
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC

NPO Spotlight: SRACLC

All Day 4/1 - 4/23
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Lobby/Kent's Place
Event Details:

The Special Recreation Association of Central Lake County Foundation, an IRS approved 501(C)(3) entity, was formed in 2001 with a purpose to provide financial support to SRACLC’s programming for individuals with disabilities and their families.

StoryQuest

4:30pm - 5:15pm
Kids, Early Elementary
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Ages 5-10 | DROP-IN

Dice Rollers - Group A

5:30pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Social Gatherings
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join a band of adventurers in an epic D&D campaign! Please sign up for either Group A or Group B to ensure everyone gets a chance to play. Signing up for the March session automatically signs you up for April and May.

Family Storytime

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Families, Ages 10 & Under | DROP-IN

Full of fun stories, lively songs, and plenty of silliness, this storytime will help foster little ones' early literacy skills and develop a lifelong love of reading!

PAWS to Read

7:00pm - 7:15pm
Kids, Early Elementary, Tween
Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary, Tween
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Paws for Reading!

PAWS to Read

7:15pm - 7:30pm
Kids, Early Elementary, Tween
Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary, Tween
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Paws for Reading!

PAWS to Read

7:30pm - 7:45pm
Kids, Early Elementary, Tween
Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary, Tween
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Paws for Reading!

PAWS to Read

7:45pm - 8:00pm
Kids, Early Elementary, Tween
Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary, Tween
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Paws for Reading!

Family Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Families, Ages 10 & Under | DROP-IN

Full of fun stories, lively songs, and plenty of silliness, this storytime will help foster little ones' early literacy skills and develop a lifelong love of reading!

AARP Safe Driving

10:00am - 2:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Drivers age 55+ will refresh their driving skills and learn safety tips in this two-day course (Apr 3 and 4).

BabyTales

11:00am - 11:45am
Kids, Families
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Social Gatherings, Storytimes
Event Details:

Ages 0-18 months | DROP-IN

AARP Safe Driving

10:00am - 2:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Event Details:

Drivers age 55+ will refresh their driving skills and learn safety tips in this two-day course (Apr 3 and 4).

Pokémon Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids
Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions, Social Gatherings
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Embark on an electrifying journey through the world of Pokémon! Unleash your inner trainer as you delve into lively discussions, trade coveted cards, and engage in thrilling battles with friends!

Learn to Play D&D

12:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens, Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Social Gatherings
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Learn the basics of playing D&D, from character creation to the ins and outs of combat!

National Library Week

All Day 4/6 - 4/12
All Ages
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Your Portal to Possibilities: National Library Week, April 6-12, 2025, is a celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities. 

Mini and Me: Birdhouse Build

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids, Early Elementary, Families
Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary, Families
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

It's spring, and the birds are back! They're on the hunt for the snuggest nests in town—maybe yours will be the next favorite hangout! Join us at the library for a building bonanza!

Youth Chess Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kids
Registration
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Calling all aspiring chess masters! Are you ready to make your moves with strategy and skill? Join us as we come together to challenge ourselves, sharpen our minds, and build lasting friendships.

Library on Tap: Hamilton vs Jefferson

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

Join Julie Strauss at Center Cut in Grayslake for an engaging presentation on the legendary rivalry between Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton. Explore their contrasting ideas and the lasting impact they’ve had on American history.

Community Field Trip: Bake Share

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, Early Elementary, Tween, Families
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary, Tween, Families
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us at Grayslake's cozy bakery, Bakeshare, to watch Baker Michael whip up one of his delightful and mouthwatering masterpieces! After the informative demonstration, you'll get a sweet sample to enjoy.