Lake Co. 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. Deadline is two weeks before event date.
June 22
Lapsit Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. Mondays, June 22, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Babies, birth to 18 months, and their caregivers enjoy time together building language skills through the use of songs, finger plays, rhymes and stories. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Preschool Drop-in Storytime: 11-11:30 a.m. Monday, June 22, and Tuesday, June 23, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Ages 3 to prekindergarten 5 can enjoy a short film and stories. No parents or siblings in story room. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Weird Science: 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 22, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Aspiring scientists entering grades 5 and 6 can take part in a variety of off-the-wall experiments. To register, call (847) 918-3218 or visit fremontlibrary.org.
Parent Son Book Club: 7 p.m. Monday, June 22, Wauconda Area Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Boys in grades 4-6 and their parents are invited to enjoy a book discussion, activities and refreshments. Each parent-son pair will receive a free copy of the book with registration. The June book selection is "Lawn Boy" by Gary Paulsen. Register at wauclib.org, in person or by calling (847) 526-6225, ext. 212.
Play Literacy for Kids: 10 a.m. Monday, June 22; Thursday, June 25; 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.
June 23
Build Your Own Recycled Monster: 1-1:45 p.m. Tuesday, June 23, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Bring creative ideas and construct a creature out of recycled materials the library will supple. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Winnie the Pooh's Birthday: 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 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.
Chess Club: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, June 23 to Aug. 11, Reed-Turner Woodland Nature Center, 3849 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove. Children in kindergarten through sixth grade can learn to play chess. Cost is $95. (847) 438-4743.
Movie for kids: 10:15 a.m. Tuesday, June 23, Wauconda Area Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. The library will show the animated movie "Go, Diego, Go: Great Gorilla" for free. Preschoolers and their adult caregivers are invited to attend. To register, call (847) 526-6225, ext. 212.
Making a Documentary: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, June 23 and 30 and July 14, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. For teens. Kathryn Inda from Library Production Studio will teach techniques in making documentaries, filming and interviewing subjects; production manager and producer for VeggieTales Karyna Lindgren will videotape the interviews on June 30; view the finished film on July 14. For information or to register, call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.
Stories in the Park: 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 14 at Warren Township Park B in Gurnee; June 30 at Wadsworth Community Park in Gurnee; June 23 and 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.
Bill the Builder's Bookends: 2 p.m. Tuesdays, June 23 through July 21, Laschen Community Center, 294 Evergreen Drive, Vernon Hills. For kids in third grade and above. Learn basic tool skills, hammering, sawing, using a screwdriver, wrench, and level, then make bookends. All tools and supplies will be provided. To register, call (847) 362-2330 or visit webres.cooklib.org.
Family Storytimes: 2 p.m. Tuesdays, June 30 and 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.
Henna Tattoos: 2-3:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 23, Wauconda Area Public Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. An experienced henna tattoo artist will apply temporary tattoos for teens. A permission slip signed by a parent or guardian is required; permission slips available at the Adult Services Reference Desk. No charge, but registration is required. Call (847) 526-6225 or visit wauclib.org.
Teen Science Cafes: 6-8 p.m. Mondays, June 22, 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.
If You Take a Mouse to School: 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 23, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. The Emerald City Theatre's stage adaptation. Free, for all ages, no registration not required. Call (847) 438-3840.
June 24
Drop-in Storytimes: 10 a.m. Wednesdays, June 24 and July 1, 8, 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.
Stuffed Animal Safari: 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 24, Wauconda Area Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Children in kindergarten through second grade are invited to bring their own stuffed animals, or borrow one from the library to parade through the library. The program will also feature a craft and special treats. Free; registration required. Call (847) 526-6225, ext. 212.
Share the music: 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 24, United Methodist Church, 429 Brainerd Ave., Libertyville. Award-winning artist Susan Salidor sings original songs and old favorites for the whole family. To register, call (847) 362-2330 or visit webres.cooklib.org.
Anime/Manga Club: 2-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 24, Wauconda Area Public Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Preview the newest anime, share ideas for anime/manga purchases, and talk about favorites. No charge, but registration is required. Call (847) 526-6225 or visit wauclib.org.
Video Game Open House: 4-5:45 p.m. Friday, June 24, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Play Dance Dance Revolution, Guitar Hero, Super Smash Brothers, Mario Kart and Rock Band. No registration is required. Participants must be in grades 6-12. Call (847) 438-3433, e-mail infodesk@eapl.org or visit eapl.org.
June 25
Bilingual Paper Crafts: 6 p.m. Thursday, June 25, Round Lake Area Public Library, 906 Hart Road, Round Lake. Children ages 9 and up are invited to learn how to make origami crafts, pop-up cards, and paper toys. Registration required. Call (847) 546-7060 or visit rlalibrary.org.
Pizza Taste-Off: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 25, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. Teens can judge local pizzerias and play a trivia game. Space is limited. To register, call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.
Twilight Prom: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, June 25, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Watch the movie "Twilight" and enjoy music, contests, food and fun based on the series. Come dressed for prom or as your favorite "Twilight" character for a chance to win the costume contest. For teens in grades 7-12. No registration is necessary. Call (847) 438-3433, e-mail infodesk@eapl.org or visit eapl.org.
June 26
Teen Coffee House: 7-8:30 p.m. Friday, June 26, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Open mic night and karaoke jam for local teen students. Pizza and soda will be available. For grades 6-12. Registration required; call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Cooking Manga Style: 3-5 p.m. Friday, June 26, Teen Center of the Bolander Building, 625 W. Winchester Ave., Libertyville. Learn how to make Japanese specialties like onigiri, bento boxes, apple bunnies and octopus sausages. For students in grades 7-12. Registration is not required. Call (847) 362-2330 or visit cooklib.org.
Twilight Party: 4 p.m. Friday, June 26, Wauconda Area Public Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Talk about the "Twilight" books, characters and movie, with food, trivia, and door prizes. No charge, but registration is required. Call (847) 526-6225 or visit wauclib.org.
June 27
LabFest: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 27, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Hands-on science experiments from over a dozen booths, including the Museum of Science and Industry, the Field Museum, Chicago Botanical Gardens, Working Bikes and Destination Imagination, with stage shows, refreshments, raffles and more. Call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.
Movie at the library: 2 p.m. Saturday, June 27, Wauconda Area Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. The library will show the movie "Hotel for Dogs" for free. Children and their adult caregivers are invited to attend. To register, call (847) 526-6225, ext. 212.
Tips and Tricks for First Time College Students: 10 a.m. Saturday, June 27, Round Lake Area Public Library, 906 Hart Road, Round Lake. Learn tips from college students, geared toward community college and commuter students, but useful to all new college students. No registration required. For information, call (847) 546-7060 or visit rlalibrary.org.
June 29
Bug Houses: 7-8 p.m. Monday, June 29, Vernon Area Public Library District, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire. Build a house for bugs like butterflies or crickets using simple craft materials. Families are welcome; younger children may require additional assistance. Call (847) 634-3650 or visit vapld.info.
Bubble Wonders: 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 29, Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Geoff Akins, who was an official performer for the 2008 Beijing Olympics, will create ice cream cones, merry-go-rounds, caterpillars, and snowmen - all from bubbles. Open to all ages; children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. For information, call (847) 918-3218.
Summer Horse Camp: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, June 29 to July 10, July 13-24, 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.
Mini Masterpieces: 10-11:30 a.m. or 12:30-2 p.m. Monday, June 29 or 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.
June 30
Become A Love and Logic Parent: 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays, June 30-July 14, Warren Township Youth Services, 17801 W. Washington St., Gurnee. Group for parents with children birth through eighth grade. Discuss practical skills to help parents address everyday behavioral problems and prevent future challenges. Free group for residents of Warren Township (nominal book fee). Limited child care available. To register, call (847) 244-1101, ext. 401.
July 1
Drop-in Storytimes: 10 a.m. Wednesdays, July 1, 8, 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.
July 3
Teens Got Game - The Fantasy Edition: 3-5 p.m. Friday, July 3, Teen Center of the Bolander Building, 625 W. Winchester Ave., Libertyville. Play fantasy-style board games, card games and video games, like Magic the Gathering, Dungeons & Dragons and Gauntlet: Legacy. For students in grades 7-12. Registration is not required. Call (847) 362-2330 or visit cooklib.org.
July 6
Kids movie matinee: 1 p.m. Monday, July 6, Warren-Newport Public Library, 224 N. O'Plaine Road, Gurnee. Parents, caregivers and kids are invited to a free showing of the film "Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa." 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.
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.
July 8
Teen Book Discussion: 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. Teens in seventh grade and up can discuss "Coraline" by Neil Gaiman. For information, call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.
Drop-in Storytimes: 10 a.m. Wednesdays, July 8, 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.
July 9
Read to Rover: 6:15-7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Sign up in person at the Ask Here desk on the first floor for a 15-minute one-on-one reading with a therapy dog. No parents or siblings allowed in the room during the session. For grades 1-5. Registration required. For details, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
July 10
Anime Club: 4-5:45 p.m. Fridays, July 10 and 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.
Teen gaming: 3-4:30 p.m. Friday, July 10, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Grades 6-12 can play video, board, and card games. Registration 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.