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 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.

Chess Scholars Camp: 6-7 p.m. Monday to Friday, July 20-24, Lindenhurst Park District, 2200 E. Grass Lake Road, Lindenhurst. For beginners and experienced chess players ages 6-12. Each child will be able to take home a chess set and award. $90 for Lindenhurst residents, $99 for nonresidents. To register, call (847) 356-6011 or visit lindenhurstparks.org.

Stepping Dance Class: Register by Monday, July 20, for basic classes from 6-7:30 p.m. or intermediate from 7:30-9 p.m. Wednesdays, July 22 to Aug. 19, Belvidere Recreation Center, 412 S. Lewis Ave., Waukegan. Adults ages 18 years and older can learn fun, upbeat dancing. For information call Jessica at (847) 360-4702.

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.

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

Children's Concert Series: 10:30-11:15 Wednesday, July 21, Viking Park, 4398 Old Grand Ave., Gurnee. Listen to children's music. Free. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be held in Viking Park Dance Hall. Registration is required. Visit gurneeparkdistrict.com.

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.

Froebel Blocks Workshop: 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 22, Laschen Community Center, 294 Evergreen Drive, Vernon Hills. Kindergartners through second-graders can build with Froebel blocks, the blocks that Frank Lloyd Wright credited for his inspiration for his prairie-style housing. To register, call (847) 362-2330 or visit webres.cooklib.org.

Pentominos Workshop: 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, Laschen Community Center, 294 Evergreen Drive, Vernon Hills. Grades 3 and up can build with 3-D pentominos and take a virtual tour of Wright Robie house while problem solving and challenging their design skills. To register, call (847) 362-2330 or visit webres.cooklib.org.

July 23

Water Works: 10-10:45 a.m. Thursday, July 23, Lindenhurst Park District, 2200 E. Grass Lake Road, Lindenhurst. For parents and children ages 2-3 to explore water at various stations. Craft projects, swimming, games and fishing will be available. Towels and bathing suits should be brought. $16 for Lindenhurst residents, $20 for nonresidents, $5 for additional child. To register, call (847) 356-6011 or visit lindenhurstparks.org.

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.

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.

Video Game Open House: 4-5:45 p.m. Friday, July 24, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Grades 6-12 can play Dance Dance Revolution, Guitar Hero. Super Smash Brothers, Mario Kart and Rock Band on the big screens. Free food and fun. No registration needed. For information, call (847) 438-3433 or e-mail infodesk@eapl.org

Tie-Dye Workshop: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, July 24, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Kids of all ages can learn how to use a variety of colors to dye T-shirts. Participants must bring a clean, pre-washed cotton shirt, sweatshirt, or anything that can be tie-dyed. Adults must stay to help tie knots. Free, no registration required. For information, call (847) 438-3840.

Guitar Hero on the Wii: 3-5 p.m. Friday, July 24, Teen Center, Bolander Building, 625 W. Winchester Avenue, Libertyville. Teens can bring friends and make up a band with guitars, drums and vocals. The center will provide food and drinks. Call (847) 362-2330.

July 25

Teen Role-Playing Game: 11-4:45 p.m. Saturday, July 25, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Students grades 6 and up are welcome to come join a role-playing game unplugged. Bring dice for a one-shot tabletop game. Lunch and will be provided. For information or to register, call (847) 438-3433 or visit eapl.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.

Magic Class: 5:30-6:25 p.m. Monday, July 27, Lindenhurst Park District, 2200 E. Grass Lake Road, Lindenhurst. Children ages 5 and can learn a collection of magic tricks with cards, ropes, coins, mind reading and more, and take a home a magic kit. $17 for Lindenhurst residents, $21 for nonresidents. To register, call (847) 356-6011 or visit lindenhurstparks.org.

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.

T-Shirt Overhaul: 2-4 p.m. Tuesday, July 28, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Teens are welcome to come cut, embellish, lace, snip-tie, razor and otherwise "Frankenstein" a T-shirt. The library will provide the shirts, but all other objects must be brought. To register, call (847) 438-3433 or e-mail infodesk@eapl.org.

Family Storytimes: 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 28, Temporary Library Center, 114 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Stories and musical activities. For information or to register, 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.

Annual Storytime Picnic: 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 29, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Ages 5 and younger can bring their favorite stuffed animal and lunch for this outdoor program featuring stories, finger plays, songs and crafts. Free, no registration required. Children need to be accompanied by an adult. For information, call (847) 438-3840.

July 30

The Magical Jungle Safari Show: 6 p.m. Thursday, July 30, Central Park Performance Pavilion on Lake Street, Grayslake. Go on an adventure through the jungle with a magic show, with interactive stories and fun facts. Free. For more information call (847) 223-7246.

Aug. 7

Picnic in the Park: 11 a.m. to noon Fridays, Aug. 7-28, Engle Memorial Park, 2200 Grass Lake Road, Lindenhurst. Children ages 3-5 will enjoy outdoor play and have a "Picnic in the Park" each week. The cost is $15 for Lindenhurst residents, $19 for nonresidents. Call (847) 356-6011.

Sketchbook Teen Drawing Club: 4-5:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7, Wauconda area Public Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. For teens who like to draw. An Art instructor will be on hand for questions; supplies can be brought or borrowed from the library. No charge; registration required. Call (847) 526-6225, or visit wauclib.org.

Summer Splash: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7, Family Aquatic Center, 635 N. Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills. Music, kids carnival games, food, and pool activities for the whole family. Racing ducks can be bought ahead of time at the Sullivan community center for $1 per duck or 6 for $5. Tickets are $1 until 9 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 6. Children under 2 free. For information, call (847) 996-6800.

Aug. 9

Grandparent's Day at the Aquatic Center: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9, Family Aquatic Center, 635 N. Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills. Grandparents will be admitted free to the Aquatic center. For information, call (847) 996-6800.

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. 13

Miss Irene and her furry friends: 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13, Central Park Performance Pavilion on Lake Street, Grayslake. Join Miss Irene and her furry friends (Elmo, Big Bird, and Clifford) during a fun hour of stories, singing and dancing. Free admission. If entertainment is canceled due to inclement weather, they will not be rescheduled. For more information call (847) 223-7246.

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

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.