Grayslake Area Public LibraryFRONT LAWN | All Ages| DROP-IN (Or until we run out of dye)
Listen to awesome tunes from the 60s and 70s while you get creative.&nbsp;
Bring ONE item of clothing to Tie-Dye, and we'll provide the dye.&nbsp;

Local Event: Tie Dye Party

Lake County

Grayslake

Illinois

Tie Dye Party

Grayslake Area Public LibraryFRONT LAWN | All Ages| DROP-IN (Or until we run out of dye)
Listen to awesome tunes from the 60s...

Prairie Grass Nature Museum - Round Lake Area Park District

Bring the whole family along for a buzzing good time!&nbsp;In&nbsp;this family-friendly program, discover the fascinating world of&nbsp;honeybees&nbsp;and bumble bees. Learn how to tell these important pollinators apart, explore their unique roles in nature, and find out why&nbsp;they’re&nbsp;essential to the foods we eat and the ecosystems we depend on.

Local Event: Bumble Bees and Honeybees

Bumble Bees and Honeybees

Bring the whole family along for a buzzing good time! In this family-friendly program, discover the fascinating world...

North Whitney Street & Center Street

Outdoor Summer Farmers Market featuring veggies, fruits, meat, lamb, poultry, sausages, cheese, wine, soaps, honey, bakers, and more. Eat it at the Market prepared food and non-alcoholic beverages. Kids' entertainment and pet friendly. See less

Local Event: Summer 2026 Grayslake Farmers Market

Summer 2026 Grayslake Farmers Market

Outdoor Summer Farmers Market featuring veggies, fruits, meat, lamb, poultry, sausages, cheese, wine, soaps, honey, bakers, and...

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The auction features an impressive and extensive array of model railroading history, highlighting premium O gauge, S track, and HO scale trains from legendary manufacturers like Lionel, MTH, Weaver, and American Flyer. Collectors will find pristine brass locomotives from esteemed names like Key Imports, KTM, and Overland, alongside an assortment of trackside buildings, rolling stock, and layout accessories. Beyond the rails, the catalog boasts a magnificent selection of vintage pressed steel and cast iron toy vehicles from iconic makers such as Tonka, Buddy L, Structo, Wyandotte, Smith Miller, and Arcade, including classic fire engines, armored trucks, and construction gear. The offerings expand further with a captivating selection of vintage model military airplanes, battleships, and submarines, rare Living Dead Dolls, classic sports and pop culture action figures from WWE to Starting Lineup, and beautifully painted porcelain Dickens Village holiday displays.More items being added!&nbsp;Check back often!

Local Event: Vintage Toys & Trains Auction Featuring The Larry Prosken Collection

McHenry County

Huntley

Vintage Toys & Trains Auction Featuring The...

The auction features an impressive and extensive array of model railroading history, highlighting premium O gauge, S track, and...

Vintage Toys & Trains Auction Featuring The Larry Prosken Collection

In collaboration with the Village of Round Lake, the Park District is hosting a Summer Concert series outside the Rolek Community Center. Enjoy a FREE evening of live music at our outdoor pavilion.&nbsp; At this concert, School of Rock will be the opener, followed by headliner The Messsengers. FREE No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult.&nbsp;

Local Event: Summer Concert - The Messengers

Summer Concert - The Messengers

 In collaboration with the Village of Round Lake, the Park District is hosting a Summer Concert series outside the Rolek...

Donley Auctions Online Platform

The auction features a breathtaking array of Native American material culture and artistry, showcasing the exquisite craftsmanship of the Plains and Southwest tribes. Bidders will find stunningly preserved late 19th-century Lakota archery groups, Arapaho beaded knife sheaths, Apache bowls, and Pueblo pottery, alongside vibrant, fully beaded Sioux moccasins and intricate catlinite pipes accented with porcupine quills and horsehair. Beyond these breathtaking textiles and personal items, the catalog plunges deep into the dramatic history of frontier and military conflicts. Collectors will discover rare firearms, including an exceptional cased 19th-century dueling pistol, a Colt US Single Action Army revolver, and a Remington New Model Army revolver. These stand side-by-side with poignant historical relics like a Battle of the Little Bighorn dug display and comprehensive Civil War photography archives. The romance and spectacle of the American West come alive through historic ephemera, including the mesmerizing Lone Star Harry sideshow archive and an iconic 101 Ranch Wild West Show full-costume mannequin display. Rounding out this remarkable selection are unique Western relics ranging from an antique HC Evans floor-model gambling wheel and Railway Express Agency strongboxes to masterfully crafted turquoise squash blossom jewelry.

Local Event: Relics of the American West 1850 - 1920

Relics of the American West 1850 - 1920

The auction features a breathtaking array of Native American material culture and artistry, showcasing the exquisite...

McHenry Rec Center

Join us for a hands-on crafting experience and make 6+scrapbook pages OR 12+ cards using a bold &amp; bright crafting kit perfect for the beginning of summer!&nbsp; ALL suuplies provided, including adhesives and embellishments. Designed for ages 18 and up, this retreat offers a perfect space to get creative for a registration fee of $40 for residents and $45 for non-residents. Members are encouraged to bring their own lunch and snacks for a full day of crafting fun!&nbsp; Project will take 2.5 hours to complete...stay the day to work on your own projects too!&nbsp;&nbsp;Beginners and seasoned crafters alike — this one's for you.

Local Event: Creative Day Retreat

Creative Day Retreat

Join us for a hands-on crafting experience and make 6+scrapbook pages OR 12+ cards using a bold & bright crafting kit perfect...

Bring the power and mystery of birds of prey up close in this exciting Raptor Program! Participants will meet live raptors and learn about their unique adaptations, hunting skills, and important role in the ecosystem. Knowledgeable presenters will share fascinating facts about each bird, including their habitats, diets, and conservation challenges. This engaging, family-friendly program offers a rare opportunity to observe these magnificent animals up close while gaining a deeper appreciation for raptors and the importance of protecting wildlife.

Local Event: Raptors

Raptors

 Bring the power and mystery of birds of prey up close in this exciting Raptor Program! Participants will meet live raptors and...

Cook Park

Thursday night concerts at the Cook Park Rose Garden, starting on June 25, 2026, except for the Saturday night July 4th Fireworks Concert which is at Butler Lake Park. We also seek musicians to support all our instrument sections, so please see attached poster for contact information and our rehearsal schedule at the Libertyville High School Band Room starting on Monday, June 15 (and selected Thursdays). COME &amp; ENJOY THE BAND CONCERT WHILE YOU PICNIC ON THE LAWN! Rain-out location at the Civic Center across the street from the Rose Garden.

Local Event: Libertyville VILLAGE BAND SUMMER 2026 ROSE GARDEN CONCERTS

Libertyville VILLAGE BAND SUMMER 2026 ROSE...

Thursday night concerts at the Cook Park Rose Garden, starting on June 25, 2026, except for the Saturday night July 4th...

Libertyville VILLAGE BAND SUMMER 2026 ROSE GARDEN CONCERTS

Join the Round Lake Area Community Concert Band at 7:30 pm Wednesday, July 1, for their FREE concert,&nbsp; at the Round Lake Beach Cultural and Civic Center. The band will play patriotic tunes. This special concert will also feature guest conductor Mark Eichner. Come out to support the arts, hear great music and celebrate America's birthday!

Local Event: Happy 250th America Concert

Happy 250th America Concert

Join the Round Lake Area Community Concert Band at 7:30 pm Wednesday, July 1, for their FREE concert,  at the Round Lake Beach...

Istvan’s cool, cleverly crafted kids’ concert has become a favorite of kids and adults alike. Having fun is at the heart of Istvan’s shows, but underneath his music, little lessons are being taught, and all kinds of awesome opportunities to participate are being offered. What parents like is the smart songwriting and the humor that’s sometimes just for them. So don’t miss this Parents Choice award winning artist and a wonderfully memorable rock concert the whole family will enjoy.

Local Event: Summer Family Series - Istvan & His Imaginary Band

Summer Family Series - Istvan & His Imaginary Band

Istvan’s cool, cleverly crafted kids’ concert has become a favorite of kids and adults alike. Having fun is at the heart of...

Hero Park

Step away from screens and reconnect with the natural world! Join the Prairie Grass Nature Museum staff for a variety of hands-on nature activities. Take a peaceful hike, explore pond life, dig into the wonders of soil, or create a craft using natural materials. This free program is perfect for all ages—please register so we can plan for everyone to have a great experience.

Local Event: Unplug Illinois Day

Unplug Illinois Day

 Step away from screens and reconnect with the natural world! Join the Prairie Grass Nature Museum staff for a variety of...

University-Illinois Extension

Join us for this in-person event at the University of Illinois Extension Lake County Office! Gardening in Comfort involves using adaptive tools, equipment, and techniques to best fit the needs of the gardener. Anyone, at any age, can garden with greater ease, preventing injury and reducing stress on the body. Using the tools and techniques presented here, every gardener can enjoy Gardening in Comfort. Included in the presentation will be a display of adaptive tools.

Local Event: Gardening in Comfort 

Gardening in Comfort 

Join us for this in-person event at the University of Illinois Extension Lake County Office! Gardening in Comfort involves...

Waukegan Public Library

If you enjoy a nice cup of tea and have a flair for gardening, come learn what plants you can grow in our area to create or enhance your very own tea blends. We will focus on a vast array of plants that can be used for making tea. This talk includes an interactive, sensory component of fresh or dried plants, depending on the season. Comprehensive plant list provided.&nbsp;Presented by the University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners, in partnership with the Waukegan Public Library.

Local Event: Growing a Tea Garden

Growing a Tea Garden

If you enjoy a nice cup of tea and have a flair for gardening, come learn what plants you can grow in our area to create or...

Donley Auctions

Join this exclusive online auction featuring the remarkable Koenigsberg record collection hosted by Donley Auctions. Collectors can browse and bid on rare cylinders and vintage media from the comfort of their home. Stay tuned as the full catalog will be made available shortly for prospective bidders.

Local Event: Koenigsberg’s Record Collection

Koenigsberg’s Record Collection

Join this exclusive online auction featuring the remarkable Koenigsberg record collection hosted by Donley Auctions. Collectors...

Come see 4-H in action at the Lake County Fairgrounds! 🎈 
Exhibits are open to the public.Explore youth projects, and exciting exhibits that highlight creativity, leadership, and learning by doing. Bring the whole family for a fun and inspiring day!&nbsp;

Local Event: 4-H Fair at Lake County Fairgrounds

4-H Fair at Lake County Fairgrounds

Come see 4-H in action at the Lake County Fairgrounds! 🎈 
Exhibits are open to the public.Explore youth projects, and exciting...

Discover a remarkable selection of vintage phonographs and historical sound technology at this exclusive auction event. Featuring unique pieces from the Allen Koenigsberg Collection, this event is available for both live attendance and online bidding.

Local Event: The Allen Koenigsberg Collection

The Allen Koenigsberg Collection

Discover a remarkable selection of vintage phonographs and historical sound technology at this exclusive auction event....

Deer Path Inn

Join us for an elegant evening at the Deer Path Inn to celebrate community, courage, and the vital support that makes our collective work possible. This masquerade-themed gala promises a sophisticated atmosphere dedicated to meaningful connection and impact.

Local Event: Behind The Mask 2026 Gala

Behind The Mask 2026 Gala

Join us for an elegant evening at the Deer Path Inn to celebrate community, courage, and the vital support that makes our...

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