Kids, teens and family

Events specifically for children or teens as well as those for families, including classes, park and library programs, music, dances, family fitness events, battles of the bands. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date.

March 2

Free kids movie matinees: 1 p.m. Monday, March 2, Warren-Newport Public Library, 224 N. O'Plaine Road, Gurnee. Parents, caregivers and kids are invited to a free showing of the film "Balto." All children must be accompanied by an adult. The film is rated "G." For information, call (847) 244-5150 or visit wnpl.info.

Relax and Read to Rover: 5-6:30 p.m., Monday, March 2, Wauconda Area Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Children in grades 1-6 are invited to bring their favorite books and read to a certified therapy dog. Each session will last 20 minutes. Registration is required. For more information, call the Children's Services at (847) 526-6225, ext. 212.

Anime Club: 4-5:30 p.m. Mondays, March 2, 16 and 30, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. A new anime movie or series each meeting, and Japanese. For grades 6-12. For information, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Fairies for a Day: 7-7:45 p.m. Monday, March 2, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Put on your wings and listen to fairy stories and make a craft. The library will provide a snack and drink. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

McNulty Dancers: 7 p.m. Monday, March 2, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian, Mundelein. Young dancers will perform hard- and soft-shoe dances, solo and ensemble, to traditional Irish music. Open to all ages; children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. To register, visit fremontlibrary.org, call (847) 918-3218, or stop at the library's Youth Services desk.

"The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" Musical: 11 a.m. to noon Monday, March 2, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Musical adaptation of the classic book presented by American Eagle Productions. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.

It's Magic: 4-4:55 p.m. Monday, March 2, the Barn in Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich. Children ages 5-12 can learn tricks from a professional magician. Each child will receive a magic kit to take home. Fee is $17 for Lake Zurich residents, $20 for nonresidents. Call the Lake Zurich Park and Recreation Department, at (847) 438-5146.

Homeschool Mondays: 10:30 a.m. to noon Mondays beginning March 2, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. A chance for homeschooling families to get to know one another. Parents can network while their school-aged children can play together. Most Mondays require no registration; one Monday per month will feature a program for which patrons must register. On March 23, the program will be all about trains and train safety. To register or for information, visit fremontlibrary.org, call (847) 918-3218, or stop at the Youth Services desk in the library.

March 3

Storytimes: Terrific Twos & Threes, for accompanied children age 2 or 3, meets from 9:30-9:50 a.m. on Tuesdays or Wednesdays; Preschool Storytime, for unaccompanied children age 3, 4 or 5, meets from 10:30-11 a.m. Tuesdays, March 3-26 and April 21 to May 14, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. To register, call (847) 438-3840, or visit eapl.org.

School registration: 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, St. Matthew Lutheran School, 24480 N. Old McHenry Road, Hawthorn Woods. Preschool, pre-k and kindergarten will accept enrollment applications for 2009-10. (847) 438-6105/6103 or www.st.matts.net

Zumba: 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Music, easy-to-follow dance moves and a calorie-burning workout. All ages are welcome. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Science Specialists: 4:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Mar. 3-23, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. Students in grades 4 - 6 will explore the many aspects of the scientific world in a four week session. For information, call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.

Spanish Preschool Storytimes: 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, Round Lake Area Library, 906 Hart Road, Round Lake. For ages 3-5. For information, call (847) 546-7060 or visit rlalibrary.org.

March 4

Teen Info Literacy: 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. In "Intro to Research," teens can learn skills pertaining to research methodology. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Toddler Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, March 4 and 18 and Thursdays, March 5 and 19, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Storytime for children 18-36 months old and their caregivers. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Music of Ireland: 7-8 p.m., Wednesday, March 4, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Dan LeMonnier as he leads families in a celebration of Ireland. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.

March 5

The Moon Festival: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, March 5, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Celebrate the Chinese New Year with musician Kerry Leung. Enjoy traditional Chinese music and learn about various Chinese instruments. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.

Spanish Play and Learn: 6 p.m. Thursdays, March 5 and 19, Round Lake Area Library, 906 Hart Road, Round Lake. For ages 4-7. Register at the Youth Desk, or call (847) 546-7060, prompt 5.

March 6

Walk-In Craft Projects: Friday to Monday March 6-9; and Monday to Sunday, March 23-29, Cook Park Library, 413 Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville and Evergreen Interim Library, 290 Evergreen Drive, Vernon Hills (Evergreen is closed Sundays). Look for creative holiday and winter fun for all ages. For information, call (847) 362-2330 or visit cooklib.org.

Family Reading Night at the Library: 6-7:30 p.m. Friday, March 6, Cook Park Library, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave. Libertyville. Wear pajamas for storytelling, crafts, and activities after the library closes. For information or to register, call (847) 362-2330 or visit cooklib.org.

Teen Advisory Board: 4-6 p.m. Friday, March 6, Cook Park Library, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Teens can give input on the library's summer program. For information or to register, call (847) 362-2330 or visit cooklib.org.

March 7

Puzzle Exchange: 2-3 p.m. Saturday, March 7, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Adults and children can bring puzzles to exchange for new ones. No missing pieces. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Chess Gone Crazy: 1-4 p.m. Saturday, March 7, Cook Park Library, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave. Libertyville. Try new and different chess like Chinese Chess, Stealth Chess and Star Wars Chess along with the classic game. All levels of players, including adults, are welcome. For information or to register, call (847) 362-2330 or visit cooklib.org.

Dr. Seuss Celebration: 10-10:45 a.m. or 11-11:45 a.m. Saturday, March 7, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday with ventriloquist and storyteller Sandi Sylver. For children in preschool through second grade and caregivers. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.

Anime Club: 1-4:30 p.m. Saturday, March 7, Round Lake Area Library, 906 Hart Road, Round Lake. Anime club for teens. For information, call (847) 546-7060 or visit rlalibrary.org.

March 8

Big Balloon Show Purim party: 4-5:30 p.m. Sunday, March 8, Lake County Jewish Community Campus, 23280 N. Old McHenry Road, Lake Zurich. Families with children are invited to enjoy a performance of the Purim story using balloon sculptures, balloon magic and wearable balloon costumes. Make Purim crafts and eat hamentashen. Cost is $18.54 per family in advance, $25.75 at the door. For details, contact Heidi Massey at hmassey@gojcc.org or (224) 406-9204.

March 9

Lapsit Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. Mondays, March 9 and 23, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Babies birth to 18 months and their caregivers can build language skills through the use of songs, finger plays, rhymes and stories. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Teen Game Night: 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, March 9, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 6-12 can play video games on PS2, Xbox360 and Wii. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Preschool Drop-in Storytime: 11-11:30 a.m. Mondays, March 9 and 23, and Tuesdays, March 10 and 24, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. A short film and stories for ages 3to prekindergarten 5. No parents or siblings in story room. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Pajama Storytime: 7-7:30 p.m. Monday, March 9, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Ages 3-7 can put on pajamas and bring a favorite stuffed animal for stories, finger plays, songs and games. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Chess Club: 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, March 9 and 23, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Play against other players. Prior knowledge of chess is required. All ages are welcome. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

March 10

Waldorf School Open House: 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, Waters Edge Waldorf School, 150 W. Bonner Road, Wauconda. Attendees may drop in on a preschool classroom, grade-school classroom or special subject class. To RSVP, call (847) 526-1372 or visit watersedgewaldorf.org.

Make MySpace Yourspace: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 6-12 can get creative with their MySpace pages or create one for the first time. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

March 11

Teen Bytes & Bites: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 11, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 6-12 can learn about all the nitty-gritty parts of a computer.  Pizza will be provided. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

March 12

Read to Rover: 6:15-7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 12, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 1-5 can read to certified therapy dogs. Sign up in person at the "Ask Here" desk on the first floor, for a 15-minute, one-on-one reading with a dog. No parents or siblings allowed in the room during the session. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Teen Blogging: 8-9 p.m. Thursday, March 12, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 6-12 can create a Xanga or Blogger account. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

March 13

Internet Scavenger Hunt: 7-8:30 p.m. Friday, March 13, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 6-12 can surf the World Wide Web with a team of friends to find fun facts and win prizes. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

March 16

Anime Club: 4-5:30 p.m. Mondays, March 16 and 30, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. A new anime movie or series each meeting, and Japanese. For grades 6-12. For information, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Mad Science: 7-8 p.m. Monday, March 16, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 4-6 can examine chemistry and the science of molecules and matter, then make some colorful super bouncy balls. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

March 18

Toddler Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 18 and Thursday, March 19, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Storytime for children 18-36 months old and their caregivers. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

March 19

Spanish Play and Learn: 6 p.m. Thursday, March 19, Round Lake Area Library, 906 Hart Road, Round Lake. For ages 4-7. Register at the Youth Desk, or call (847) 546-7060, prompt 5.

March 20

Anime and Manga Club: 4-6 p.m. Friday, March 20, Cook Park Library, 413 N. Milwaukee, Ave., Libertyville. Join the Unnamed Anime and Manga Club for anime, pocky, and fun. For information or to register, call (847) 362-2330 or visit cooklib.org.

March 23

Chess Club: 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, March 23, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Play against other players. Prior knowledge of chess is required. All ages are welcome. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

March 24

Spring Has Sprung Storytime: 7-7:45 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Listen to stories and make a craft. The library will provide a snack and drink. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

March 27

Teens Got Game: 4 p.m. Friday, March 27, Cook Park Library, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Game free-for-all. Call (847) 362-2330.

Teen Coffee House: 7-8:30 p.m. Friday, March 27, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Open mic night and karaoke jam for grades 6-12. Pizza and soda will be available. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

March 29

Chess For All Ages: 1:30-4 p.m. Sunday, March 29, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Play a friendly game of chess or learn from others how to play the game. No prior knowledge of chess is required. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

March 30

Anime Club: 4-5:30 p.m. Mondays, March 30, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. A new anime movie or series each meeting, and Japanese. For grades 6-12. For information, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

March 31

Teen Advisory Board: 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 6-12 can voice an opinion on past programs and help start some new ones. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Ongoing

Preschool screenings: Gurnee Public School District 56 holds preschool screenings during the school year at Spaulding Elementary School, 2000 Belle Plaine Ave., Gurnee. The screenings are for children ages 3-4 who live in District 56, and examine a child's skill in speech/language, fine and gross motor skills, concept development, attention span, behavior, vision, and hearing. Parents with questions or concerns about their child's development in any of these areas may schedule an appointment by calling Spaulding School at (847) 662-3701. There is no charge for the screening.

Baby Jam: 9:45 and 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Offers music specially chosen for babies 6- to 23-months-old to give the babies a safe space to move and bounce; an alternative activity will be provided for siblings older than 3. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For details, call (847) 918-3225 or visit fremontlibrary.org.

Family Jam: 7 p.m. Tuesdays and 9:45 and 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Features a different style of music each week to get everyone dancing, for children ages 2-5 with an adult. For details, call (847) 918-3225 or visit fremontlibrary.org.

Big Screen Games: 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Offers a different interactive DVD game each week for first- and second-graders. For details, call (847) 918-3225 or visit fremontlibrary.org.

Afternoon Adventures: 1:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Features a different craft, game, or activity every week for first- and second-graders. For details, call (847) 918-3225 or visit fremontlibrary.org.

Lunch & Listen: Noon Fridays, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Features a one-hour sample of a different book on CD each week for students in fourth grade and up. Participants are invited to bring a sack lunch, and the library will provide drinks and snacks. For details, call (847) 918-3225 or visit fremontlibrary.org.

Fremont's Impressive Teens: 4 to 5:30 p.m. the third Friday of the month, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Open to students in grades 7-12. Teens who attend two F.I.T. meetings are eligible to earn service hours by volunteering at the library. Register online at fremontlibrary.org, by calling (847) 918-3218, or in person at the Youth Services desk.