Fall Youth Programs Available at Grayslake Public Library

The below information came from a Grayslake Public Area Library press release. 

The following fall programs are free and require registration by phone, in person, or online at www.grayslake.info: 

Family Storytimes:

Families with children of all ages are invited, (children under 3 must be accompanied by an adult), to these special storytimes at the library. 

Back to School Session

• Mondays, September 9, 16, 23 & 30; October 7 & 14 at 10 a.m.
• Thursdays, September 12, 19 & 26; October 3, 10 & 17 at 10 am and 6 p.m.**

Late Autumn Session

• Mondays, November 4, 11 & 18; December 2, 9 & 16 at 10 a.m.
• Thursdays, November 7, 14 & 21; December 5, 12 & 19 at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.**

**While all Family Storytimes are Drop In, the evening sessions are in high demand.  Storytime passes are available at the Youth Services Desk immediately prior to the event on a first-come, first-serve basis. 

Baby Play

• Tuesdays, September 10 & 24; October 8; November 12 & December 3 at 11 a.m.

Wondertime:

This is a special time for parents and caregivers to spend with their 18 month to 2 ½ year olds listening to stories selected just for them.  Siblings are welcome if they do not cause a distraction.  This is a Drop In, no registration is required.

Back to School Session

• Wednesdays, September 11, 18 & 25; October 2, 9 & 16 at 10:30 a.m.

Late Autumn Session

• Wednesdays, November 6, 13 & 20; December 4, 11 & 18 at 10:30 a.m.

Lapsit Storytime

Share special moments with your 2 to 3 year old and have some fun.  Older siblings and babies in carriers are welcome if they do not cause a distraction.

Back to School Session

• Mondays, September 9, 16, 23 & 30; October 7, & 14 at 11 a.m.
• Thursdays, September 12, 19 & 26; October 3, 10 & 17 at 11 a.m.

Late Autumn Session

• Mondays, November 4, 11 & 18; December 2, 9 & 16 at 11 a.m.
• Thursdays, November 7, 14 & 21; December 5, 12 & 19 at 11 a.m.

Preschool Storytime:

Is your 4 to 6 year old ready to attend a storytime on their own?  Then this is the program for them to experience.

Back to School Session

• Mondays, September 9, 16, 23 & 30; October 7, & 14 at 1 p.m.
• Tuesdays, September 10, 17 & 24; October 1, 8 & 15 at 1 p.m.

Late Autumn Session

Mondays, November 4, 11 & 18; December 2, 9 & 16

Tuesdays, November 5, 12 & 19; December 3, 10 & 17 at 1 p.m.

Novel Detectives

Are you the next Novel Detective?  Find out what makes a book so good.  Let’s investigate and rate the books!  Grades 2 to 3 need only apply.  You may pick up your copy at the Circulation Desk now.  Please read before attending the program.

• Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at 4:30 p.m.

Chess Club

Come join the club!  This program is for both experienced players and those who want to learn.  Meet new friends, improve problem solving skills, and enjoy the challenge.  Ages 8 to 14.  Space is limited.  Please register for each month separately.

• Fridays,  September 13, 20 & 27; October 4, 18 & 25; November 1, 8, 15 & 22 at 4 p.m.