Grayslake Area Public Library
100 Library Lane
(847) 223-5313; http://www.grayslake.info
Concert: Sue Fink will perform “Humor in Song” at 3 p.m. Feb. 22. Chicago-based singer/songwriter Sue Fink will bring her original and clever lyrics along with her sense of humor for an afternoon of fun. There’s hilarity, absurdity, satire, humor and of course music.
Warren-Newport Public Library
224 North O’Plaine Road, Gurnee
(847) 244-5150; http://www.wnpl.info
Dedication and tour: The memory of our dear library friend, Carol McConnell, will be honored at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 21. Join as we dedicate “Carol’s Storytime Room” in remembrance of her lifelong love and support to the Library where she served as a former board president. Then, at 11 a.m., take a tour of the art in the library and meet the talented artists behind them. Artists Beth Shadur, John Hatlestad, Leisa Corbett, Donna Sands, Mary Lou Schwall-Komie and Steven Jones will be present at each display to share information about their pieces. Enjoy light refreshments and loving gifts while supplies last.
Movie: A sensory-friendly screening of “Lady and the Tramp” will be at 1 p.m. Feb. 21. It is designed for children with special needs, with quieter volume and turned-up lights. Animal crackers will be provided but feel free to bring your own snacks. All ages welcome with an adult. Registration requested.
Lake Bluff Public Library
123 E. Scranton Ave.
(847) 234-2540
Book group: Discuss “Burial Rites” by Hannah Kent at 1:20 p.m. Feb. 24.
Cook Memorial Public Library
413 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
(847) 362-2330; webres.cooklib.org
At the Oscars: Filmmaker and scholar Reid Schultz presents a lively, no-holds barred discussion about the best and worst movies of the year in time for Sunday’s Academy Awards at 1 p.m. Feb. 21. Registration required.
Atrial Fibrillation: Atrial fibrillation, or AFIB, is very common but difficult to diagnose. Get tips on how to talk to your doctor and learn about the latest treatments at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 23 at 701 Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills. Registration required.
Art: Children in grades 4–5 can create a geometric design using needle and bright thread on a black background at 4:15 p.m. Feb. 24. Registration required.
Buying a home: First-time homebuyers can learn how to qualify for a home loan, choose a real estate agent and about the purchase process from contract to closing at noon Feb. 25. Registration required.
Book group: Discuss “The Dinner” by Herman Koch at 7 p.m. Feb. 25.
Vernon Area Public Library
300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire
(224) 543-1485; calendar.vapld.info
Job seeking: Jump-start your online job search with this demonstration of LinkedIn, Indeed, Dice, Monster, and several online library resources at 1 p.m. Feb. 24. Internet experience necessary. Registration required.
LEGOs: Grades 3-5 can build and program the “flying bird” robotic model using the LEGO Education WeDo software in this fun, hands-on program at 1:30 p.m. Feb. 25 and at 4:30 p.m. Feb. 26. Registration required.
Zion-Benton Public Library
2400 Gabriel Ave.
(847) 872-4680; zblibrary.info
Book group: A book club for kids will discuss “The Three Snow Bears” by Jan Brett at 4:30 p.m. Feb. 24 and then make a wintery craft.
Gaming Club: Bring your friends or meet new ones while you play video games and table top games at 7 p.m. Feb. 24. Games provided or bring your own. For high school teens and adults. Registration requested.
