Lake County family calendar

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.

Jan. 18Drop-in craft: 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 18, Wauconda Area Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. All children in preschool through sixth grade can create a simple craft. Materials will be provided for free. For details, call (847) 526-6225, ext. 212.American Girl: 10-11:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 18, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 2-5 will do a craft, have a snack and play a game based on American Girl Rebecca and her life in 1914. Read the American Girl Books about Rebecca for a trivia game. No registration required but space is limited; tickets will be given out 30 minutes before the program. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Game Day: 2-5 p.m. Monday, Jan. 18, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. Teens in grades 7-12 can play provided board and card games or bring their favorites in. Registration requested; call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe: 2:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 18, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. American Eagle Productions will present a musical version of "The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe" from C.S. Lewis' "Chronicles of Narnia." This program is open to children of kindergarten age and older. Children younger than 8 must be accompanied by an adult. To register, visit fremontlibrary.org or call (847) 918-3218.Winter Storytime: The week of Jan. 18 to the week of Feb. 25, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Parents may register their children for a winter story program session at fremontlibrary.org or (847) 918-3218. Programs include: bull; Baby Bounce: 10:30 a.m. Mondays, for parents with babies 6 weeks to 12 months old. Activities provided for older siblingsbull; Funsies with Onesies: 9:45 and 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, for 1 year olds with an adult. Activities provided for older siblings. bull; Toddler Time: 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, for 2 year olds with an adult. Siblings are welcome.bull; Story Tots: 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, for ages 11/2-2 with an adult. Siblings are welcome.bull; Preschool Stories: 1:30 p.m. Mondays and 9:45 a.m. Thursdays, for ages 3-5. Caregivers must remain in the "E" area of the Youth Services Dept.bull; Evening Preschool Stories: 7 p.m. Tuesdays, for ages 3-5 and their families.Jan. 19Meet The Gamer: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 19, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Part of a series about local game inventors. Meet David L. Hoyt, whose games are played by millions of people each day in newspapers, online, as on many other platforms. To register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Teen Action Group: 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 19, Wauconda Area Public Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Teens can have pizza and let the library know what they think about book selection, teen programming and more. Free, registration required; call (847) 526-6225 or visit wauclib.org.Jan. 20Toddler Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 20 and Feb. 3, and Thursdays, Jan. 21 and Feb. 4, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. For children 18-36 months and their caregivers. Share stories, finger plays and songs to encourage listening and motor skill development. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Jan. 21Library Seeks Teen Volunteers: 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 21, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. An orientation meeting for students in eighth grade and up who want to learn about new opportunities and help with special projects at the library. To sign up, call (847) 438-3433, e-mail infodesk@eapl.org or visit eapl.org.Jan. 22Chess Nuts: 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 22 and Feb. 5 and 19, Grayslake Area Public Library, 100 Library Lane, Grayslake. Ages 8-12 can join other chess enthusiasts for a pickup game. Sign ups preferred, but drop-ins are welcome. For information or to register, call (847) 223-5313 or visit grayslake.info.Friday Fun Faire: 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fridays, Jan. 22 and Feb. 5 and 12, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. Children 3 years old through kindergarten can enjoy a story and make a craft. Adult supervision required. Call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.Game On!: 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 22, Wauconda Area Public Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Teens can take part in a Super Smash Brothers Brawl tournament. Free, registration required; call (847) 526-6225 or visit wauclib.org.Jan. 23Measner Magic: 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, Grayslake Area Public Library, 100 Library Lane, Grayslake. Family event. Magician John Measner will perform. Tickets required. For information or to register, call (847) 223-5313 or visit grayslake.info.Make Way for Baby: 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, Wauconda Area Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. "Make Way for Baby! I'm a Big -What?" for children in preschool through kindergarten and their parents This program will help children understand what to expect when a new baby arrives and will teach them to help care for the baby. They will also decorate a mobile that they can give their new sibling. Free; registration required. For details, call (847) 526-6225, ext. 212.Dave DiNaso's Traveling Reptile Program: 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. DiNaso will bring in several different reptiles for up-close viewing and share many interesting facts about each one. No registration required. Tickets will be given out 30 minutes before the program. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Preschool open house: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, Warren-Newport Public Library, 224 N. O'Plaine Road, Gurnee. Representatives from over a dozen local preschools will be on hand to share what they have to offer. The first 50 attendees will receive a free gift. Registration not required; for details visit wnpl.info or call (847) 244-5150.Daddy/Daughter Dance: Register by Saturday, Jan. 23, for event 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, Country Squire Restaurant and Banquets, 19133 W. Route 120, Grayslake. Fathers and daughters can enjoy dinner, a D.J., contests, prizes and dancing. Choose child's entree (hamburger or chicken nuggets) at time of registration. $60 per resident couple, $75 for nonresident couple, $28 for each additional child, $39 for each additional adult. For information, call (847) 223-7529.Jan. 25Preschool Drop-in Storytime: 11-11:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 25, and Tuesday, Jan. 26, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Stories, rhymes and a short film for ages 3-5. No siblings or guardians in the room. No registration required. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Grayslake Cooperative Nursery School: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 1, GCNS at the Shops of Prairie Crossing, 960 Harris Road, Suite 1B, Grayslake. Grayslake Cooperative Nursery School will hold an open house, at which parents may register for the 2010-11 school-year beginning Feb. 1. GCNS offers two-, three- and five-day options for children ages 2-5. Alumni families may register from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 25, at the school in suite 1B. To request registration materials, call (847) 223-9820.Lapsit Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. Mondays, Jan. 25 and Feb. 8, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Babies from birth to 18 months enjoy stories, puppets, finger plays and playtime with their parents. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Parents and kids working it out: 6:30-8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 25, Warren Township Youth and Family Services, 17801 W. Washington St., Gurnee. A free workshop, "6 Easy Steps: Parents and kids working it out" will introduce participants to ways to deal with new and old conflicts. Parents and children ages 13-18 will also have a chance to practice or observe the six steps. Childcare available. Register at (847) 244-1101, ext. 401 or visit warrentownship.net/youth-and-family-services and click "Professional Workshop."Jan. 26Wolves Player Visit: 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 26, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. A Chicago Wolves Hockey player will visit the library as part of the "Read to Succeed" program for readers ages 6-14. One participant will get to put on a Wolves uniform. For information or to register, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Jan. 28Valentine Date Night: Register by Thursday, Jan 28, for event from 6-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11, Grayslake Park District Rec Center, 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake. Parents and caregivers of children ages 2-13 can go out for the evening while the park district staff entertains their children with age-appropriate crafts, games, a movie and fun. Children will be separated by ages for activities. Pizza dinner will be served. Cost is $28 for Grayslake residents, $35 for nonresidents. For information, call (847) 223-7529.Jan. 29Red Cross Babysitting Class: Register by Friday, Jan. 29, for program 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12, Grayslake Park District Rec Center, 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake. Ages 11-15 can learn information and skills necessary to provide safe and responsible care for children in the absence of parents or adult guardians. Bring a sack lunch, drink and doll to class. $98 for Grayslake residents, $122 for nonresidents. For information, call (847) 223-7529.Teen Game Program: 4-5:45 p.m. Friday, Jan. 29, March 26 and April 23. Grades 6-12 can play Dance Dance Revolution, Guitar Hero, Super Smash Brothers, Mario Kart and Rock Band with a few board and card games thrown in too. Registration is not required. For information, call (847) 438-3433.Jan. 30Mysteries of the Spellbinder: 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, Jan. 30, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Magician Walter King Jr. will perform state-of-the-art illusions for participants in the winter reading program. Call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.Clifford's Valentine Party: Register by Saturday, Jan. 30, for program 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, Grayslake Park District Rec Center, 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake. Ages 21/2 -4 with a parent will read a Clifford Valentine story, make a craft and enjoy a treat, with a special visit from Clifford himself. $18 for Grayslake residents, $22 for nonresidents. For information, call (847) 223-7529.Jan. 31Polar Bear Picnic: 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, Wauconda Area Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Children in preschool through second grade and their adult caregivers can bring their favorite stuffed animals, a brown bag lunch and blanket; the library will provide beverages and dessert. After the picnic, entertainment will be provided by Karen Jordan at 1 p.m. Registration required; call (847) 526-6225, ext. 212.Feb. 1Anime Club: 4-5:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 1, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Teens in sixth through 12th grade can enjoy a new Anime movie or series and Japanese snacks. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Feb. 2Storytimes: 10 a.m., various days, Feb. 2-25, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Register for one four-week session per session per child only. Terrific Twos Threes, for ages 2-3 with an adult meets Tuesdays; On My Own, for unaccompanied children age 3-5, meets Wednesdays; Wild About Books, for ages 2-5 with an adult, meets Thursdays. Sign up at eapl.org, e-mail infodesk@eapl.org or call (847) 438-3840. Movie for preschoolers: 10:15 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2, Wauconda Area Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Preschoolers and their adult caregivers are invited to watch the animated movie "Winnie the Pooh: Un-Valentine's Day" for free. To register, call (847) 526-6225, ext. 212.Feb. 3Keep Your Teeth Healthy: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 3, Wauconda Area Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. For preschoolers accompanied by their caregivers. Brush up on tooth care awareness with dental hygienist Gina Strelecki. Free; registration required. For details, call (847) 526-6225, ext. 212.Toddler Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 3 and 4, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. For children 18-36 months and their caregivers. Share stories, finger plays and songs to encourage listening and motor skill development. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Feb. 5Chess Nuts: 4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 5 and 19, Grayslake Area Public Library, 100 Library Lane, Grayslake. Ages 8-12 can join other chess enthusiasts for a pickup game. Sign ups preferred, but drop-ins are welcome. For information or to register, call (847) 223-5313 or visit grayslake.info.Friday Fun Faire: 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fridays, Feb. 5 and 12, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. Children 3 years old through kindergarten can enjoy a story and make a craft. Adult supervision required. Call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.Boys Lego Creation Night: Register by Friday, Feb. 5, for program 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 19, Grayslake Park District Rec Center, 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake. Drop-off friend for boys ages 4-7. Each child will receive a variety of Lego pieces to use their imagination and create something to take home. There will also be pizza, a movie and games. $25 for Grayslake residents, $31 for nonresidents. For information, call (847) 223-7529.Feb. 6Just for Guys - Spies: 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, Wauconda Area Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. For boys in third and fifth grade. Explore world of spies and secret agents, with refreshments and activities. Free; registration is required. For details, call (847) 526-6225, ext. 212.Macaroni Soup: 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, Wauconda Area Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. A family concert with musician Carole Peterson. Refreshments will be served afterward, and there will be prize drawings and giveaways for all children who attend. To register, call (847) 526-6225, ext. 212. Mother/Son Date Night: Register by Saturday, Feb. 6, for program 6-8:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 20, Grayslake Park District Rec Center gym, 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake. Boys ages 4-8 with their moms will enjoy pizza, play games and decorate cookies for dessert. Dress to play in comfortable clothes and gym shoes. $36 per Grayslake resident couple, and $45 per nonresident couple, $15 per additional child. For information, call (847) 223-7529.Crazy Chemical Concoctions: 11 a.m.to noon Saturday, Feb. 6, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Hands-on science program for kindergartners through fifth graders. No registration required; tickets given out 30 minutes before program. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Feb. 8Lapsit Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 8, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Babies from birth to 18 months enjoy stories, puppets, finger plays and playtime with their parents. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Preschool Drop-in Storytime: 11-11:30 a.m. Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 8-9, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Stories, rhymes, and a short film for ages 3-5. No siblings or guardians in the room. No registration required. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Feb. 9Teen Safety Pin Jewelry: 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Use everyday safety pins to create jewelry. $3 kit fee. Space is limited; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Feb. 12Twisted Teens Book Discussion Group: 4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12, Grayslake Area Public Library, 100 Library Lane, Grayslake. Book group for teens. Discuss "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson. For information or to register, call (847) 223-5313 or visit grayslake.info.Friday Fun Faire: 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fridays, Feb. 12, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. Children 3 years old through kindergarten can enjoy a story and make a craft. Adult supervision required. Call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.Feb. 13Igby Mania Party: 1-2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. We will play Igby games, have Igby food, and read the winning Igby essays. There will be a special appearance by Igby. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.Feb. 15Morris, the Magic Man: 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 15, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. Magic, laughter and fun for the whole family. Tickets are required. Get tickets at the Youth Services Desk or online at lvdl.org.Feb. 18Yogakids: Register by Thursday, Feb. 18, for program 9-9:50 a.m. Thursdays, March 4 to Apr. 15, Pure in Form Pilates Studio, 649 N. Barron Blvd., Grayslake. Aged 3-6 can learn traditional yoga techniques and explore creative movement, health, language, music and art. $62 for Grayslake residents, $78 for nonresidents. For information, call (847) 223-7529.Feb. 19Chess Nuts: 4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 19, Grayslake Area Public Library, 100 Library Lane, Grayslake. Ages 8-12 can join other chess enthusiasts for a pickup game. Sign ups preferred, but drop-ins are welcome. For information or to register, call (847) 223-5313 or visit grayslake.info.Feb. 20The Write Stuff: 1 p.m. the third Saturday of each month, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. A series of hourlong creative writing workshops for grades 3-6, with the goal of creating a literary magazine. The Feb. 20 program is "Games Writers Play,"with games to spark creativity. Registration for each session opens on the day of the previous session. To register, call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.Feb. 21Family movie: 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, Wauconda Area Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Children and their adult caregivers are invited to watch the film "Shorts" for free. For details, call (847) 526-6225, ext. 212.March 4First Aid For Kids Today: Register by Thursday, March 4, for program 4:30-5:30 p.m. Thursday, March 18, Grayslake Park District Rec Center, 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake. Children ages 5-8 can learn to act correctly in an emergency situation, including what to do until help arrives, basic first aid skills, what to do in case of a fire, and rescue breathing. A workbook will be provided and a certificate of completion given out after the course. $33 for Grayslake residents, $41 for nonresidents. For information, call (847) 223-7529.Home Alone: Register by Thursday, March 4, for program 5:45-6:45 p.m. Thursday, March 18, Grayslake Park District Rec Center, 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake. Ages 7-12 will learn simple rules and information for responsible self-care, including how to properly use a house key, important phone numbers, how to answer the phone and use the phone in an emergency, dealing with strangers, fire prevention and more. Students will receive a Home Alone Activity Book and certificate of completion. $33 for Grayslake residents, $41 for nonresidents. For information, call (847) 223-7529.March 27Red Cross Babysitting Class: Register by Saturday, March 27, for program 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 10, Grayslake Park District Rec Center, 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake. Ages 11-15 can learn information and skills necessary to provide safe and responsible care for children in the absence of parents or adult guardians. Bring a sack lunch, drink and doll to class. $98 for Grayslake residents, $122 for nonresidents. For information, call (847) 223-7529.OngoingFamily Drop-In Storytime: 7 p.m. Wednesdays, through Feb. 10, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. No registration required. For information, call (847) 356-7711.Boy Scout Troop 275: 7-8:30 p.m. every Thursday, Community Church of Round Lake, 217 Goodnow Blvd., Round Lake. Troop 275 participates in monthly camp outs, service projects and adventure activities. Open to boys ages 11-17. Call (847) 715-6511 or e-mail inthecourt@sbcglobal.com.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 home schooling 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.