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NPO Spotlight: Our House of Hope
Library Branch:
Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room:
Lobby/Kent's Place
Program Type:
Community Event
Event Details:
Visit our lobby to learn about Our House of Hope, an animal welfare organization dedicated to rescue, rehabilitation, and re-homing. They provide second chances for animals while supporting seniors, veterans, low-income families, and individuals with disabilities through community involvement and education.
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Feb
7
2026
Sat
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
Library Branch:
Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room ABC
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| 10 am |
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Early Elementary" group
This event is in the "Tween" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Kids,
Early Elementary,
Tween,
Families
Registration Required
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Early Elementary" group
This event is in the "Tween" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Feb
3
2026
Tue
Community Field Trip: Avon Food Pantry
10:00am–11:00am
Kids,
Early Elementary,
Tween,
Families
Age Group:
Kids,
Early Elementary,
Tween,
Families
Program Type:
Health & Wellness,
Homeschool
Event Details:
Tour our local food pantry and see how they help our community! Explore shelves stocked with food, hear inspiring stories, and get hands-on experience prepping donations. Learn what it means to help others and make a real difference in people's lives!
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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
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
Feb
5
2026
Thu
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:
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!
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Families" group
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
Feb
2
2026
Mon
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:
Join us for an open play time, especially for our littlest patrons! Drop in to build, play, and make new friends
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Families" group
Feb
5
2026
Thu
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:
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb
1
2026
Sun
Chicago Roller Skating History
Library Branch:
Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room ABC
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Event Details:
Roll down memory lane with roller skating historian Marcie Hill! Explore Chicago's 140-year skating story, from the first 1880s rink to the city's unique skating culture. A celebration for skaters and non-skaters alike. Join our community skate night February 4!
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| 4 pm |
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Early Elementary" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Early Elementary" group
Feb
4
2026
Wed
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:
Enjoy a story, themed craft, and outdoor adventure designed for kids ages 5 and up! Each week features a new book, hands-on art project, and nature fun like scavenger hunts, parachute games, or kite flying.
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tween" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tween" group
Feb
6
2026
Fri
Pokémon Club
4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids,
Tween
Library Branch:
Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Kids,
Tween
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions,
Social Gatherings
Event Details:
Meet new friends, trade cards, and share tips with fellow trainers in this fun, interactive event. Gotta trade, battle, and catch ’em all - together!
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| 5 pm |
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This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tween" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tween" group
Feb
2
2026
Mon
Paint a Rocket with Mr. Nash
5:30pm–7:00pm
Kids,
Tween
Library Branch:
Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room:
Youth Program Room
Age Group:
Kids,
Tween
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Event Details:
Paint your own cosmic rocket with acrylics and launch your artistic skills into orbit. All instructions and supplies provided—just bring your space-age vision. Dress for mess!
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb
3
2026
Tue
Chess Club
5:00pm–7:00pm
Teens,
Adults
Library Branch:
Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room A
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb
4
2026
Wed
Dice Rollers: Campaign
5:30pm–8:30pm
Teens,
Adults
Library Branch:
Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room C
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Event Details:
Embark on an epic Dungeons & Dragons adventure! December 3rd kicks off with character creation—forge your hero and prepare for legendary quests ahead. Your campaign awaits—will you answer the call?
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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
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
Feb
4
2026
Wed
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:
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 "Adults" group
Adults
Registration Required
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb
4
2026
Wed
Roll On! Adult Skate Night
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Community Event
Event Details:
Enjoy a fun night at Just For Fun Roller Rink in Mundelein! Join seasoned skaters and first-timers for music, movement, and good times on wheels.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb
3
2026
Tue
Project Management & AI: Tools for Productivity
Library Branch:
Grayslake Area Public Library District
Room:
Zoom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops
Event Details:
Part 2 of this series focuses on AI in project management. Learn how ChatGPT boosts productivity, plus key concepts like prompt engineering and bias awareness. PMI-certified instructor Michael Spilg will provide an information-only session.
Disclaimer(s)
Zoom Programs
Zoom programs require a valid email address and desktop/mobile device with internet connection.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Teens,
Adults
Registration Required
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb
3
2026
Tue
Pages of History: Lincoln in the Bardo
7:00pm–8:30pm
Teens,
Adults
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Clubs and Book Discussions,
Community Event
Event Details:
Join three presenters this season as they explore the history and modern themes of each month's book. Presented in partnership with the Grayslake Heritage Center and Historical Society.
Disclaimer(s)
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