Events for the whole family are being held at local libraries.
Antioch Public Library
757 Main St.
(847) 395-0874; http://www.apld.info
Tai Chi: Get information and a demonstration of Tai Chi Chih at 2 p.m. Feb. 28.
Grayslake Area Public Library
100 Library Lane
(847) 223-5313; http://www.grayslake.info
Singing: Join other parents and tots in a morning of singing at 10 a.m. Feb. 28. For children 4 months to 3 years.
Warren-Newport Public Library
224 North O’Plaine Road, Gurnee
(847) 244-5150; http://www.wnpl.info
Yoga: Sharon Gaughan will discuss gentle yoga poses (using a chair) and guide you through some mindful breathing at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 25. Registration requested.
Cook Memorial Public Library
413 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville
(847) 362-2330; webres.cooklib.org
Art: Kids in grade 2 and up learn to make their cartoons and comics pop with squiggle art, word-doodling and creative visual alphabets in an interactive workshop with local cartoonist Greg Sitkowski at 4:15 p.m. Feb. 26 at 701 Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills.
Vernon Area Public Library
300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire
(224) 543-1485; calendar.vapld.info
LEGOs: Grades 6-12 can build and program the “goal kicker” robotic model using the LEGO Education WeDo software in this fun, hands-on program at 7 p.m. Feb. 26. Registration required.
Performance: GreatWorks Theatre presents “The Ugly Duckling” at 11 a.m. Feb. 28. This adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic story reminds us about staying hopeful even when we feel like a “duck out of water.” For grades kindergarten through 5th with an adult. Registration required.
Sensory storytime: Sensory storytime will engage all of the senses through music, movement, stories, and play at 2 p.m. Feb. 28. This non-traditional storytime format is specially designed for children with special needs, autism, difficulties with sensory processing, or simply sitting still. RSVP’s are appreciated, but drop-ins are welcome.
Waukegan Public Library
128 N. County St.
(847) 623-2041
Celebration: In celebration of this year’s Black History Month celebrate the unifying mysteries of rhythm and music to African culture at 3:30 p.m. Feb. 28. Some handmade Djembe drums will be provided or bring your own drums, bongos, rhythm sticks, and shakers. The drum circle will begin with a brief history of drum and proper placement of hands, the tones and voice of the drum. Then play a few standard patters that everyone can join in.
Zion-Benton Public Library
2400 Gabriel Ave.
(847) 872-4680; zblibrary.info
Chess Night: Everyone is invited to play the world’s oldest war game and meet new people at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 25. Sets provided or bring your own. All ages and skill levels are welcome.
Minecraft Club: Teens in grades 5-12 are invited to play Minecraft and complete challenges at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 26. Laptops, iPads, and Xbox 360 provided or bring your own device.
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