Events and programs for the whole family are being held at libraries across Lake County.
Grayslake Area Public Library
100 Library Lane
847-223-5313
Safe Sitter: Safe Sitter class will be held from 9:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. July 20. It is a national, nonprofit organization that teaches kids (11-14 years old) life and safety skills for when they are home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. Materials fee of $20 paid at time of registration.
Movie: “Iron Man 3” will be shown at 4:30 p.m. July 20. Registration is encouraged but not required. Open to anyone in grades 7-12.
Writers Group: Connect with other writers at 6:30 p.m. July 20.
Bedtime storytime: Bring your own blanket, and join us outdoors on the lawn to enjoy storytime and a bedtime snack at 6:30 p.m. July 20. In case of rain, this program will be held indoors. All ages. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Teen writers group: Aspiring Teen authors or poets are encouraged to come and share work with your peers at 4:30 p.m. July 22. Activities will be available to develop your writing, editing, and critiquing skills.
Warren-Newport Public Library
224 North O’Plaine Road, Gurnee
847-244-5150
Movie: “Wreck-It Ralph,” rated PG, will be shown at 2 p.m. July 18. The sensory-friendly screenings are designed for children with special needs. We create a viewing atmosphere with quieter volume and turned up lights to accommodate the needs of children with autism, difficulties with sensory processing or simply sitting still. Animal crackers and water will be provided or bring your own snacks. Registration requested.
Teen party: Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join us for the wettest, craziest activities you can’t do at the library from 2 to 4 p.m. July 18 at the Hunt Club Park Shelter, 900 N. Hunt Club Road, Gurnee. Make sure to dress for the mess for water balloon games, giant bubbles, capture the flag, squirt gun musical chairs and more. Registration required.
Writing memoirs: A two-session writing workshop titled “Memoir with Panache” will be held at 7 p.m. July 21 and 28. Go through writing exercises led by Debra Schwartz, a writing instructor at Arizona State University. This workshop will help draw out the stories from memories and do it with humor and fun. Registration required.
Managing a business: Accounting Tools for Small Business Money Management will be offered at 7 p.m. July 22. Learn to measure your business’ success using basic financial principles. Financial and managerial accounting fundamentals will be discussed, presented by SCORE. Registration required.
Vernon Area Public Library
300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire
224-543-1485
Games for grown-ups: Board, card, or table games, or bring your own for a social afternoon of gaming from 1 to 4 p.m. July 19. Open to high school through adult gamers of all levels.
Storytime and service project: Listen to the story “Cara Cookie Volunteers” at 11 a.m. July 20. It is about Cara who learns that volunteering is not only helpful, but also makes you feel good inside. Decorate and fill bags with cookies for a senior citizen center. For ages 4–8 with a caregiver. Registration required.
North Chicago Public Library
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2100 Argonne Drive
847-689-0125
Storytimes: A story and craft will be shared at 3 p.m. July 21 and at 10 a.m. July 22 and 23.
Games: The Game Club will meet at 2:30 p.m. July 22.
Zion-Benton Public Library
2400 Gabriel Ave.
847-872-4680
Storytime with a mascot: Enjoy a summer baseball story in the lobby and meet Kenosha Kingfish mascot, King Elvis, at 1 p.m. July 20.
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