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.
Feb. 9
Lapsit Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 9 and 23, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Babies birth to 18 months and their caregivers can enjoy time together building language skills. Reservations required. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Preschool Drop-in Storytime: 11-11:30 a.m. Mondays, Feb. 9 and 23 and Tuesdays, Feb. 10 and 24, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Ages 3 through prekindergarten 5 can enjoy a short film and stories. No parents or siblings in story room. Reservations required. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Feb. 10
Pajama Storytime: 7-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Ages 3-7 can wear their pajamas for stories and fun. Reservations required. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Thinking' About Lincoln: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10, Grayslake Area Public Library, 100 Library Lane, Grayslake. Students in grade 1-3 can learn interesting and fun facts about Lincoln and make an edible log cabin with pretzels and chocolate frosting. Registration is required. Call (847) 223-5313 or visit grayslake.info.
Boy Scout Troop 671 Anniversary: Inquire by Feb. 10 for event at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, Woodland Elementary East School cafeteria, 17261 W. Gages Lake Road, Gages Lake. Boy Scout Troop 671 of Northeast Illinois Council's North Star District will celebrate its 50th Anniversary with a special dinner and Court of Honor. All current scouts, alumni, past Scoutmasters and Scouters along with their families are invited to attend. For details, call Patty, at (847) 356-3268.
Teen Action Group: 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10, Wauconda Area Public Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Teens can voice their opinions on book selection, teen programming and more, while having pizza. There is no charge but registration is required. Call (847) 526-6225 or visit wauclib.org.
Feb. 11
Family Drop-In Storytime: 7 p.m. Wednesdays through Feb. 11, Lake Villa District Library, 1001 E. Grand Ave., Lake Villa. Drop in for a story. For information, call (847) 356-7711 or visit lvdl.org.
Feb. 12
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, through Feb. 12, then again 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.
Teen Writing Workshop: 4-5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Teens can get creative writing ideas and brush up on writing skills. Reservations required. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Baby Signs: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12, Mundelein Park District's Community Park Chalet, 888 Dunbar Road, Mundelein. Workshop based on research documenting the positive effects of teaching infants to communicate with signs before they can talk, for parents, expectant parents, grandparents or caregivers. Cost is $60 for Mundelein residents or $90 for nonresidents. For information, or to register, call (847) 566-0650.
Feb. 13
Walk-In Craft Projects: Friday and Saturday, Feb. 13-14; 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.
LZHS Orchesis: 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Feb. 13 and 14, Performing Arts Center at Lake Zurich High School, 300 Church St., Lake Zurich. Lake Zurich High School Orchesis Dance Company will present their "New Beginnings" show. Tickets are $8 for adults $6 for students and children, and will be sold at the door; 20 percent of proceeds will be donated to Habitat for Humanity. For information, call Angela Fortune, at (847) 540-4145.
Teen Chocolate Festival: 4-5:45 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Grades 8-12 can enjoy the "Love Stinks Chocolate Festival" with chocolate, cheesy movie clips and the "Sappiest Love Poem" contest. No registration is required. For information, call (847) 438-3433.
Daddy/Daughter Sweetheart Dance: 6-8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13, or Saturday, Feb. 14, Mundelein Park District's Regent Center, 1200 Regent Drive, Mundelein. Dads (or "guest" dads) and daughters ages 5-10 can dance and enjoy ice cream and a beautiful flower. Cost for Mundelein residents is $27 per couple, $7 for each additional child; $41 for nonresidents per couple, $13 for each additional child. For information or to register, call (847) 566-0650.
Feb. 14
Love Stinks Teen Get-Together: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Create broken hearts, eat lots of sweets and participate in a sappiest poem contest. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Trivia Blitz and Brownie Taste-Off: 1-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, Warren-Newport Public Library, 224 N. O'Plaine Road, Gurnee. Teens in sixth grade and can take part in an "interactive game show," and later, vote for their favorite brownie from a mix. Registration is required. Call (847) 244-5150 or visit wnpl.info.
Feb. 15
Tu B'Shevat: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 15, Barnes and Noble Book Store, 720 Hawthorn Center, Vernon Hills. Latest in a series of free family programs that celebrate Jewish holidays through arts and crafts projects, storytime and song. To register, call (312) 444-2848 or visit juf.org/book_buddies.
Feb.16
Free kids movie matinees: 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 16, Warren-Newport Public Library, 224 N. O'Plaine Road, Gurnee. Parents, caregivers and kids are invited to a free showing of the film "WALL*E." "Balto" will be shown on March 2. No registration is needed. All children must be accompanied by an adult. All films are rated "G." For information, call (847) 244-5150 or visit wnpl.info.
Teen Speed Friendship: 7-9 p.m. Monday, Feb. 16, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Bring a copy of a favorite book, CD or movie to use as a discussion starter during this timed get-to-know-you experience. Reservations required. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Abraham Lincoln Play for Kids: 10-11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 16, Ela Area Public Library, 275 Mohawk Trail, Lake Zurich. Actors from Historical Perspectives for Kids will dramatize Lincoln's life and eventual rise to the presidency. For students in kindergarten through fifth grade. No registration is required for this free program. For information, call (847) 438-3433.
Feb. 17
Becoming a Love and Logic Parent: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, beginning Feb. 17, Warren Township Youth and Family Services, 17801 W. Washington St., Gurnee. Parents of children from birth to age 13 can learn some easy strategies to avoid bedtime battles and other tough situations. The program is free to Warren Township residents, however a $10 workbook fee is required. For details and registration, call (847) 244-1101, ext. 401.
Feb. 18
Toddler Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 18 and 19, 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. Reservations required. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Feb. 20
After Hours Game Night: 9:30-11:45 p.m., Friday, Feb. 20, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Teen can play Halo3, Magic: The Gathering and more (teens under 18 must have a permission slip to play Halo3). There will be music, food and prizes. For information, call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Feb. 23
Lapsit Storytime: 10-10:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 23, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Babies birth to 18 months and their caregivers can enjoy time together building language skills. Reservations required. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
Preschool Drop-in Storytime: 11-11:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 23, and Tuesday, Feb. 24, Indian Trails Public Library District, 355 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Ages 3 through prekindergarten 5 can enjoy a short film and stories. No parents or siblings in story room. Reservations required. Call (847) 459-4100 or visit www.indiantrailslibrary.org.
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.
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.
Ongoing
After School Adventures: 4:30 to 5 p.m. Thursdays through Feb. 19. Fremont Public Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Games, crafts and music for children in kindergarten and first grade. Parents may register their children for individual sessions. Register online at fremontlibrary.org, by calling (847) 918-3218, or in person at the Youth Services desk.
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.
Relax and Read to Rover: 5-6:30 p.m., Mondays, Jan. 12 to 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.
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.