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Community Art Fair

9:30am–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

D&D at Beer Bazaar

6:00pm–9:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Registration will close on March 2, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social Gatherings
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join a band of adventurers at the Beer Bazaar for an epic, tavern-themed D&D one shot!

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Offsite

Chess Club

5:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions, Social Gatherings
Event Details:

DROP-IN

Play unrated chess games to practice, improve, and have fun. For anyone 7th grade and up.  

 

Community Art Fair Reception Night: Westlake Christian Academy

6:00pm–7:00pm
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Families from Westlake Christian Academy are invited to celebrate their students' artwork. 

Pages of History: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass

7:00pm–8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 3, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:
The Pages of History book-inspired lecture series is back for USA 250!

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: Campaign

5:30pm–8:30pm
Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 18, 2026 @ 8:30pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Social Gatherings
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join a band of adventurers on an epic, high-seas D&D campaign! Characters will be provided.

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!

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!

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

Community Art Fair Reception Night: Prairieview, Frederick & GMS

6:00pm–7:00pm
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Families from Prairieview Elementary, Frederick Intermediate and Grayslake Middle School are invited to celebrate their students' artwork. 

WWII Women Spies

7:00pm–8:00pm
All Ages, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 5, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

In honor of Women’s History Month, discover the extraordinary true stories of two women whose courage changed the course of World War II.

Pokémon Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Tween
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 6, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Tween
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions, Social Gatherings
Registration Required
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!

Art in the Age of AI: A Family Exploration

2:00pm–2:45pm
Tween, Teens, Adults, Families
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 7, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Tween, Teens, Adults, Families
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, STEAM / Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8 to 18 | REGISTER

Pouring Over Pages: Spring Fever Fest

6:00pm–9:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

For tickets, click this link.

Lego Club Sundays

1:30pm–3:30pm
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions, Social Gatherings, STEAM / Maker
Event Details:

Kids - Ages 4 and up | DROP-IN

Build whatever you like using our Legos and your imagination. Unlock the true master builder inside of you. 

Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult.

Open Playtime

11:00am–12:00pm
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Families
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Families
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Ages 0-3 | DROP-IN

Join us for an open play time, especially for our littlest patrons!  Drop in to build, play, and make new friends.

All children must be accompanied by parent or guardian 

Youth Chess Club

4:30pm–5:30pm
Kids, Tween
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 9, 2026 @ 4:30pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Tween
Program Type: Clubs and Book Discussions, Social Gatherings
Registration Required
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.

Community Art Fair Reception Night: Avon and Woodview

6:00pm–7:00pm
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Families from Avon and Woodview Elementary are invited to celebrate their students' artwork. 

Big Sleep Energy

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 9, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room ABC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

As we head into spring and lose an hour to Daylight Saving Time, many of us feel the struggle of disrupted sleep.

Disclaimer(s)

One Registrant Per Registration

We require each attendee to register their name.  If you are registering more than one person at a time, register each one separately.

It's Not Easy Being Green: A Cold-blooded Adventure

10:00am–11:30am
Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Families
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 10, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Families
Program Type: STEAM / Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:
Get ready for an awesome adventure with the University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists. Ever wondered what it would be like to meet a real, live snake up close? Now’s your chance!

Community Art Fair Reception Night: Park Campus

6:00pm–7:00pm
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Families from Park Campus are invited to celebrate their students' artwork. 

Getting Started with Seeds

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 10, 2026 @ 6:30pm.
Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes and Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adults | REGISTER

Join us and start the planting year with confidence. Brush up on seed-starting basics and learn smart pro tips for better results! Perfect for all levels of gardeners.