Events and programs for the whole family are being held at libraries across Lake County.
Warren-Newport Public Library
224 North O’Plaine Road, Gurnee
(847) 244-5150; http://www.wnpl.info
Celebration: Families are welcome to join Danzas Ceremoniales de México at 2 p.m. April 26. Experience the pre-Hispanic traditions of Central Mexico with ancient ceremonial dances and music, complete with authentic attire and instruments. Registration required.
School night: Meet teachers and school staff from Newport Elementary School, Wadsworth, at 6:30 p.m. April 27; from River Trail School, Gurnee, at 6:30 p.m. April 28; and from Spaulding Elementary School, Gurnee, at 6:30 p.m. April 29. Show off your school spirit at the library. Registration required.
Lake Bluff Public Library
123 E. Scranton Ave.
(847) 234-2540
Display: Artists on the Bluff artwork will be on display April 26 through May 8. Come see the work of marvelous local artists. Artwork will be displayed from a variety of local artist in advance of the Artists on the Bluff Arts Festival in downtown Lake Bluff on June 20-21.
Vernon Area Public Library
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300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire
(224) 543-1485; calendar.vapld.info
Games: Board, card, or table games, provided, or bring your own for a social afternoon of gaming at 1 p.m. April 26. Open to high school through adult gamers of all levels.
Author visit: Ina Pinkney, former chef/owner of Ina’s, one of Chicago’s premier breakfast restaurants, discusses her memoir and cookbook, “Taste Memories: Recipes for Life and Breakfast,” and shares samples of her coffee cake at 2 p.m. April 26 at Stevenson High School, 1 Stevenson Drive. Books are available for purchase and signing at the event. Registration required.
Author visit: Learn what it’s like to have one of the most coveted jobs in Chicago, ushering at Wrigley Field, at 7 p.m. April 27. Bruce Bohrer, author of “Best Seat in the House: Diary of a Wrigley Field Usher,” shares brushes with greatness, marriage proposals, crazy crowds, and the sheer awe and excitement of Cubs fans. Books are available for purchase and signing. Registration required.
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