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.

July 13

Lapsit Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. Monday, July 13 and 27, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Babies, birth to 18 months, with their caregivers, can build language skills through songs, finger plays, rhymes and stories. Registration is required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

July 14

Three Little Pigs: 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, C005 Auditorium, College of Lake County, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake. Tickets are $5 and are available at the door 15 minutes before the show or online at www.clcillinois.edu/tickets. Tickets are also available by calling the Box Office at (847) 543-2300.

Family Storytimes: 2 p.m. Tuesdays, July 14 and 28, Temporary Library Center, 114 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville or 10:15 a.m. Tuesdays, June 23 and July 7 and 21, Evergreen Interim Library, 290 Evergreen Drive, Vernon Hills. Stories and musical activities. For information or to register, call (847) 362-2330 or visit cooklib.org.

Save the Earth Storytime: 7-7:45 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Children can wear super hero outfits to this storytime to listen to stories, watch a short film, make a crafts and eat a snack. Registration is required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Crafter's Club: 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 14, and 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, Round Lake Area Public Library, 906 Hart Road, Round Lake. Drop in event for teens and adults. For information, call (847) 546-7060 or (847) 546-7064 (TDD). Visit rlalibrary.org.

Tween Yoga: 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, Temporary Library Center, 114 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. For grades 4-6. If weather permits. Wear loose, comfortable clothes. Call (847) 362-2330 or visit cooklib.org.

Builder Babies: 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays, July 14 and 28, Temporary Library Center, 114 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Storytime for 1-Year-Olds with a parent or caregiver. Call (847) 362-2330 or visit cooklib.org.

"Raise The Roof" family storytimes: 2 p.m. Tuesdays, July 14 and 28, Temporary Library Center, 114 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville, or 10:15 a.m. on June 23 and July 7 and 21, Evergreen Interim Library, 290 Evergreen Drive, Vernon Hills. Enjoy stories and musical activities. Call (847) 362-2330 or visit cooklib.org.

July 15

Drop-in Storytimes: 10 a.m. Wednesdays, July 15 and 22, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. For children ages 3 and older. Adults are encouraged to stay and participate. The storytime on June 17 will feature the special performance Jiggle and Jam performed by musician Jodie Koplin. The session on July 15 will feature musician Kathleen Gibson. Programs are free and no registration is required. For information, call (847) 438-3840.

Novel Thoughts: 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. Students in grades 4-6 can discuss "Whales on Stilts" by M.T. Anderson. To register, call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.

Toddler Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 15 and Thursday, July 16, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. For ages 18-36 months and their caregivers. Stories, finger plays and songs to encourage listening and motor skill development. Registration is required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Traveling World of Reptiles: 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, Wauconda Area Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Families are invited to see and touch exotic reptiles and amphibians from around the world. Free but registration is required. Call (847) 526-6225, ext. 212.

Once Upon A Clock: 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, United Methodist Church, 429 Brainerd Ave., Libertyville. Presented by Madcap Puppets. Kids attempt to unlock the secrets of a mysterious clock shop and are swept away to a land of exciting stories. Call (847) 362-2330 or visit cooklib.org.

Toolbox Twos: 10:15 a.m. Wednesdays, July 15 and 29, Temporary Library Center, 114 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Storytime for 2-year-olds with a parent or caregiver. Pull something out of the toolbox at each storytime. Call (847) 362-2330 or visit cooklib.org.

July 16

Family Flicks: At dusk Thursday, July 16, Grayslake Acute Care Center Campus, 1475 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake; and Friday, July 17, Lake Forest Hospital Campus, 660 N Westmoreland Road, Lake Forest. See "Kung Fu Panda," rated "PG." Admission is free. A $10-per-car donation will be accepted; proceeds support pediatric care at Lake Forest Hospital. On-screen mentions are available for those wanting to recognize a special occasion or person, or sponsor the event. For information, call (847) 535-6111 or visit lfh.org/philanthropy.

Safety Town: 9 to 11 a.m. or noon to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday, July 6-17, The Barn in Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich. Children entering kindergarten or first grade, ages 5-6, can receive instruction in pedestrian, bicycle and motorist safety; fire safety; stranger danger; and poisons in the home. The fee is $70 for Lake Zurich residents, $83 for nonresidents. Call (847) 438-5146.

Design A Wind Chime Craft: 10-10:45 a.m. or 1-1:45 p.m. Thursday, July 16, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Students in grades 3-5 are welcome to come design and make a wind chime to hang in their gardens. To register for this free craft, e-mail infodesk@eapl.org, visit www.eapl.org or call (847) 438-3840.

July 17

Mini Masterpieces: 10-11:30 a.m. or 12:30-2 p.m. Friday, July 17, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Art instructor Liz Zwiener shares a book and leads young children in an art project inspired by illustrations. For ages 3-5. Registration is required. Call (847) 438-3433, e-mail infodesk@eapl.org or visit eapl.org.

Grandwood Park Summerfest: Friday and Saturday, July 17 and 18, on Hutchins Road in the Grandwood Park Ballfield. Activities include, Friday: DJ and karaoke from 6-10 p.m. and family games at 6:30 p.m. Saturday: fishing derby at the lake at 9-11 a.m.; bike and wagon parade at 2:30 p.m. at Adams Park; a craft fair from 3-7 p.m.; Police K-9 Unit Demo at 4 p.m.; patting zoo from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Petting Zoo; magic show at 6:30 p.m. magic show; music by Vinyl Highway from 8-11 p.m.; fireworks at dusk. Visit grandwoodpark.net.

Plushies, plushies, and more plushies: 3 p.m. Friday, July 17, Teen Center of the Bolander Building, 625 W. Winchester Ave., Libertyville. Grades 7-12 can make a plushie of characters from Fruits Basket or Full Metal Alchemist. Registration is not required. Call (847) 362-2330 or visit cooklib.org.

July 18

Inkheart: 2 p.m. Saturday, July 18 Wauconda Area Library at 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Children and their adult caregivers are invited to see the film "Inkheart" free of charge. For information, call (847) 526-6225, ext. 212.

Gaming Club: 1 p.m. Saturday, July 18, Round Lake Area Public Library, 906 Hart Road, Round Lake. Drop in to enjoy video games and board games. Call Israel Mateos, at (847) 546-7060, ext. 114. Visit rlalibrary.org.

July 19

Teddy Bear Picnic: 12:30 p.m., Sunday, July 19, Wauconda Area Library at 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Picnickers should bring their favorite stuffed friend, a blanket and a bag lunch; the library will provide a beverage and dessert. Families with children in preschool through second grade are invited. A musical concert by singer and musician Scott Nev will follow at 1 p.m. In case of inclement weather, the picnic will be held indoors. To register, call (847) 526-6225, ext. 212.

July 20

Preschool Drop- in Storytime: 11-11:30 a.m. Monday or Tuesday, July 20 or 21, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. For ages 3 to prekindergarten 5 can enjoy a half-hour of fun with a short film and stories. No parents or siblings in story room. Registration is required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Anime Club: 4-6 p.m. Monday, July 20, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 6-12 can watch a new anime movie or series and enjoy Japanese snacks. No registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Accordion Books Workshop: 10-11:30 a.m. Monday, July 20, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Students in grades 4-6 can learn to make their own accordion book and decorate it with pictures. No cost but registration is required. To sign up, call (847) 438-3433, visit eapl.org or e-mail infodesk@eapl.org.

Parent Son Book Club: 7 p.m. Monday, July 20, Wauconda Area Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Boys in grades 4-6 and their parents are invited to enjoy a discussion of "The Lemonade War," by Jacqueline Davies. Sign up at wauclib.org or (847) 526-6225, ext. 212.

July 21

Play Literacy for Kids: 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 21; and Saturday, July 25, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Listen to a story, play at a make-believe farm and do a craft. For preschoolers ages 2-6 (an adult must accompany children under 3). No registration is required. Call (847) 438-3840.

Stories in the Park: 10 a.m. July 21 at Viking Park in Gurnee; and July 7 at Park City Teen Center, 333 Teske Blvd., Park City. Kids and parents are invited to bring blankets, picnics and library cards when the bookmobile visits the parks. The free programs require no registration. Animal crackers will be served. For information, call (847) 244-5150 or visit wnpl.info.

S4 League Gaming: 2-4 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 6-12 can play S4 League, a 3-D, sci-fi, multiplayer, third-person shooter. view and a techno beat. Limit 12 participants. Registration is required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

July 22

Drop-in Storytimes: 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 22, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. For children ages 3 and older. Adults are encouraged to stay and participate. The storytime on June 17 will feature the special performance Jiggle and Jam performed by musician Jodie Koplin. The session on July 15 will feature musician Kathleen Gibson. Programs are free and no registration is required. For information, call (847) 438-3840.

Tales of Peace and Reconciliation: 7-7:45 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Children and families will learn about and explore the meaning of peace with storyteller Gwen Hilary accompanied by the music of Enoch Williamson. Registration is required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Writing Comic Books: 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Students in grades 6 and up are welcome to join a workshop presented by Josh Elder, creator of "Mail Order Ninja" the graphic novel series and also the writer of DC Comics' "The Batman Strikes" and "StarCraft," about creating comics. No fee or registration. Call (847) 438-3433, visit eapl.org or e-mail infodesk@elpa.org.

July 24

Teen Coffee House: 7-8:30 p.m. Friday, July 24, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Open mic night and karaoke jam for grades 6-12. Registration is required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

July 27

Lapsit Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. Monday, July 27, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Babies, birth to 18 months, with their caregivers, can build language skills through songs, finger plays, rhymes and stories. Registration is required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.

Teen Science Cafes: 6-8 p.m. Mondays, July 27 and Aug. 24, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Teens in grades 6 to 12 can learn about science and technology. June's session will examine the good and bad of bacteria. Registration is not required for this free program. Call (847) 438-3433, e-mail infodesk@eapl.org or visit eapl.org.

Summer Horse Camp: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, July 27 to Aug. 7, or Aug. 10-21. Ages 4-12 can learn an appreciation of horses while learning stable management. The cost is $375 per child per 2-week session. Call the Lindenhurst Park District, at (847) 356-6011.

July 28

Builder Babies: 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays, July 28, Temporary Library Center, 114 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Storytime for 1-Year-Olds with a parent or caregiver. Call (847) 362-2330 or visit cooklib.org.

"Raise The Roof" family storytimes: 2 p.m. Tuesdays, July 28, Temporary Library Center, 114 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville, or 10:15 a.m. on June 23 and July 7 and 21, Evergreen Interim Library, 290 Evergreen Drive, Vernon Hills. Enjoy stories and musical activities. Call (847) 362-2330 or visit cooklib.org.

July 29

Toolbox Twos: 10:15 a.m. Wednesday, July 29, Temporary Library Center, 114 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Storytime for 2-year-olds with a parent or caregiver. Pull something out of the toolbox at each storytime. Call (847) 362-2330 or visit cooklib.org.

Aug. 10

Kids movie matinee: 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 10, Warren-Newport Public Library, 224 N. O'Plaine Road, Gurnee. Parents, caregivers and kids are invited to a free showing of the film "Open Season." No registration is needed. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Animal crackers will be served. The film is rated "G." For information, call (847) 244-5150 or visit wnpl.info.

Aug. 14

Anime Club: 4-5:45 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Enjoy snacks and refreshments while watching anime on the big screen. For grades 6-12. No registration required. Call (847) 438-3433, e-mail infodesk@eapl.org or visit eapl.org.

Aug. 23

High School Musical 2: Winnie the Pooh's Birthday: 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 23, C005 Auditorium, College of Lake County, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake. Tickets are $5 and are available at the door 15 minutes before the show or online at www.clcillinois.edu/tickets. Tickets are also available by calling the Box Office at (847) 543-2300.

Ongoing

Read To Rover: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays through July 22, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Children sign up for a 15-minute time slot to read aloud to a certified therapy dog. Parents must register in person at the Youth Services desk. To register, call (847) 918-3218 or visit fremontlibrary.org.

Board Game Days: 3-5 p.m. Wednesdays, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Students in grades 6-8 are invited to drop by the Teen Area to pick from a variety of board or card games to play. This is a free program and registration is not required. Call (847) 438-3433, e-mail infodesk@eapl.org or visit eapl.org.

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.

Homeschool Mondays: 10:30 a.m. to noon Mondays, 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. To register or for information, visit fremontlibrary.org, call (847) 918-3218, or stop at the Youth Services desk in the library.