Grayslake Area Public Library District

9:30am-5:00pm

Grayslake Area Public Library District
100 Library Lane
Grayslake, IL 60030
United States

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Sun: 1:00pm-5:00pm

Mon-Thu: 9:30am-9:00pm

Fri: 9:30am-6:00pm

Sat: 9:30am-5:00pm

Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (11/02)	Mon (11/03)	Tue (11/04)	Wed (11/05)	Thu (11/06)	Fri (11/07)	Sat (11/08)
All Day		This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "Early Elementary" group This event is in the "Tween" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Families" group Toys For Tots Collection Begins All Day All Ages, Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Teens, Adults, Families This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "Early Elementary" group This event is in the "Tween" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Families" group All Day All Ages, Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Teens, Adults, Families Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District Room: Lobby/Kent's Place Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Tween, Teens, Adults, Families Program Type: Community Event Event Details: Drop off new, unwrapped toys at the library lobby donation bin, November 3 through December 5. Visit www.toysfortots.org for more details.
9 am							This event is in the "All Ages" group Pumpkin Composting 9:00am–12:00pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District Room: Parking Lot Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Community Event Event Details: Bring your pumpkins to the library parking lot to be composted. Pumpkins with paint will be accepted; decorations/candles must be removed. In partnership with the Grayslake Central High School’s Environmental Science Students.
10 am			This event is in the "Adults" group AARP Safe Driving 10:00am–2:00pm Adults Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Registration is no longer available for this event. Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District Room: Meeting Room ABC Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes and Workshops, Community Event Registration Required Event Details: Drivers aged 55 and above can refresh their skills and learn safety tips in this two-day course. Fee: $20 for AARP members, $25 for non-members. Bring payment, an AARP card, and a snack. 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.		This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "Early Elementary" group This event is in the "Families" group Family Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "Early Elementary" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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: 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!		This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "Early Elementary" group This event is in the "Families" group Sensory Shenanigans 10:00am–12:00pm Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "Early Elementary" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families Program Type: STEAM / Maker Event Details: Join in the fun with a collection of sensory activities that spark your child's curiosity! They'll get to use all five senses while playing and exploring. Friends of the Library - Book Sale 10:00am–4:00pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District Room: Meeting Room ABC Friends of the Library - Book Sale 10:00am–4:00pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District Room: Lobby/Kent's Place
11 am		This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "Families" group Open Playtime 11:00am–12:00pm Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Families This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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: Join us for an open play time, especially for our littlest patrons! Drop in to build, play, and make new friends			This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Families" group BabyTales 11:00am–11:45am Kids, Families This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Kids, Families Program Type: Social Gatherings, Storytimes Event Details: Snuggle, bounce, and bond with your baby through joyful rhymes, songs, and stories that build early language skills and a love of reading. Stay after for relaxed playtime and a chance to connect with other caregivers.
12 pm
1 pm	This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "Early Elementary" group Lego Club Sundays 1:30pm–3:30pm Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "Early Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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, STEAM / Maker Event Details: Build anything you dream up with our Lego collection. Come create, play, and discover your inner master builder! Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult.				This event is in the "Adults" group Tea-Rex Party 1:00pm–2:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District Room: Meeting Room ABC Age Group: Adults Program Type: Social Gatherings Event Details: Enjoy a dino-sized twist on the classic tea party! Sip herbal teas, savor prehistoric-inspired treats, and dig into fossil-themed fun at this cozy, adults-only event that’s equal parts charming and prehistoric.
2 pm
3 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group RESCHEDULED Beginner Sewing : T-Shirt Blanket Basics 3:00pm–4:30pm Adults Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Registration is no longer available for this event. Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District Room: Meeting Room AB Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes and Workshops Registration Required Event Details: Learn sewing machine basics and start your own t-shirt blanket! Cut and stitch two shirts, then take home your sewn piece, step-by-step instructions, and a template to finish the blanket at home or in The Hub.
4 pm		This event is in the "Early Elementary" group This event is in the "Tween" group Potawatomi Lifeways 4:30pm–5:15pm Early Elementary, Tween Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Early Elementary" group This event is in the "Tween" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Registration is no longer available for this event. Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Early Elementary, Tween Program Type: Classes and Workshops Registration Required Event Details: Uncover 12,000 years of Native history in this region. Explore the lives of the Potawatomi through hands-on objects and learn how they adapted, thrived, and continue their story today.		This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Early Elementary" group StoryQuest 4:30pm–5:15pm Kids, Early Elementary This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Early Elementary" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District Room: Youth Program Room Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Enjoy a story-themed craft and outdoor adventure designed for kids ages 5 and up! Each week features a new book, a hands-on art project, and nature fun like scavenger hunts, parachute games, or kite flying.		This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Tween" group Pokémon Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Kids, Tween Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Tween" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Registration is no longer available for this event. 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: Join friends and make new ones for exciting battles, lively chats, and epic trades. Gotta trade, battle, and catch ’em all—together! This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Avon Township Information Table 4:00pm–6:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District Room: Lobby/Kent's Place Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Event Event Details: Next date: Wednesday, 11/12, 5:30-8pm. https://live-grayslake.pantheonsite.io/event/avon-township-54871
5 pm			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Chess Club 5:00pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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: Join us for casual, unrated chess games where you can practice your skills, learn new strategies, and enjoy the challenge, win or lose! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, it's all about improving and having fun with others. This event is in the "Adults" group RESCHEDULED Beginner Sewing - T-Shirt Blanket Basics, Let's Get Started! 5:30pm–7:00pm Adults Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Registration is no longer available for this event. Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District Room: Meeting Room AB Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes and Workshops Registration Required Event Details: Learn sewing machine basics and start your own t-shirt blanket! Cut and stitch two shirts, then take home your sewn piece, step-by-step instructions, and a template to finish the blanket at home or in The Hub.	This event is in the "Adults" group Legal Clinic 5:00pm–7:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District Room: Meeting Room ABC Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes and Workshops, Community Event Event Details: Get free legal advice from Lake County Bar Association attorneys in person or via Zoom. Open to the public. First come, first served. Confidential consultations are available on a range of legal topics.	This event is in the "Tween" group This event is in the "Teens" group From Fossil to Frame 5:00pm–6:30pm Tween, Teens Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Tween" group This event is in the "Teens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Registration is no longer available for this event. Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District Room: Meeting Room ABC Age Group: Tween, Teens Program Type: Classes and Workshops, Performances Registration Required Event Details: Step into the prehistoric world with paleoartist Jonathan Metzger! Watch as he brings ancient creatures to life through incredible artwork and learn how science and imagination work together to recreate the past.
6 pm				This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "Early Elementary" group This event is in the "Families" group Family Storytime 6:00pm–6:30pm Kids, Birth to Pre-K, Early Elementary, Families This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group This event is in the "Early Elementary" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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: 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!
7 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Growing Up Hughes with James Hughes 7:00pm–8:30pm Adults Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Registration is no longer available for this event. Library Branch: Grayslake Area Public Library District Room: Meeting Room ABC Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes and Workshops Registration Required Event Details: James Hughes shares personal stories and behind-the-scenes moments from his father John Hughes’ iconic films, exploring their lasting impact on pop culture. Includes a moderated Q&A. 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.