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Registration opens:
August 21st, 2026

Plein Air Sketching

*OUTDOORS*
2026-08-28 10:30:00 2026-08-28 12:00:00 America/Chicago Plein Air Sketching Sketch outdoors with Deb Edmunds, Plein Air Director for Lake County Art League. Learn easy plein air techniques and get a chance to create your very own pen sketch. All supplies provided. Lake Villa District Library - Outdoor - Pavilion, Lawn, Path

Friday, August 28
10:30am - 12:00pm

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Lake Villa District Library

Outdoor - Pavilion, Lawn, Path

Sketch outdoors with Deb Edmunds, Plein Air Director for Lake County Art League. Learn easy plein air techniques and get a chance to create your very own pen sketch. All supplies provided.

ADULTS (ages 18 and up)

Registration opens on Friday August 21 at 10 am. Patrons on the waitlist will be notified if space becomes available. Please cancel your registration if you cannot attend. 

If the weather is unpleasant, we'll move indoors.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Crafts & Making | Arts & Culture |

TAGS: | #synchronous | #lvdl | #adult |

Lake Villa District Library
Phone: 847-356-7711
Hours
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Mon, Jul 27 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jul 28 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 29 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jul 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jul 31 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 01 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 02 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Connect with Lake Villa District Library and discover all it has to offer---best-selling books, award-winning movies and music, access to digital content and activities for people of all ages. Plus free Wi-Fi and space to meet, study and work.

First established in 1949, Lake Villa District Library serves Lake Villa Township and those who live within the township’s boundaries; including the communities of Lake Villa, Lindenhurst, portions of Round Lake Beach, Round Lake Heights and Antioch. The population served is approximately 40,000.

Please let us know if you or someone in your party requires accommodations.

Photographs or videos may be taken at library programs and events. Please notify library staff if you do not wish to be photographed.

Upcoming Events

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Storytime - *OUTDOORS* Meet us on the patio!
Mon, Jul 27, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - Outdoor - Patio
FAMILY (kids & caregivers): Join us for stories, songs & fun! *If the weather is unpleasant, we’ll move indoors.*
Kindergarten Readiness Boot Camp
Mon, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
PRESCHOOL (entering kindergarten next year): Have fun while practicing everything from counting to colors to phonics.
The Whip Guy - *Now INSIDE*
Mon, Jul 27, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
ALL AGES: Get ready for stunts, history, physics, and lots of exciting whip cracking with two-time Guinness World Record Holder Chris Camp!
Murder & Mayhem: Murder At Gulls Nest by Jess Kidd
Mon, Jul 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room
ADULTS (ages 18 and up): LVDL's monthly mystery book discussion that meets on the fourth Monday of the month.
All Aboard! - *OUTDOORS* We'll reschedule if the weather is unpleasant
Tue, Jul 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Outdoor - Pavilion, Lawn, Path,YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (kids & caregivers): Full steam ahead for train crafts—plus you can ride a trackless train from Bella’s Bouncies around the Great Lawn! (Rain date: August 4)
Kindergarten Readiness Boot Camp
Tue, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
PRESCHOOL (entering kindergarten next year): Have fun while practicing everything from counting to colors to phonics.
R&B Soul Line Dance Workshop - *OUTDOORS*
Tue, Jul 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Outdoor - Pavilion, Lawn, Path
Join this fun and exciting R&B Soul Line Dance Workshop with Belynda Head of Lines 'N Motion, as she walks you through each dance with step-by-step instructions at a comfortable pace.
This event is full
Kindergarten Readiness Boot Camp
Wed, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
PRESCHOOL (entering kindergarten next year): Have fun while practicing everything from counting to colors to phonics.
Teen D&D Club
Wed, Jul 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
TEENS (grades 6–12): Calling all adventurers for character building, campaigns and more!
Storytime - *OUTDOORS* Meet us on the patio!
Thu, Jul 30, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - Outdoor - Patio
FAMILY (kids & caregivers): Join us for stories, songs & fun! *If the weather is unpleasant, we’ll move indoors.*
Kindergarten Readiness Boot Camp
Thu, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
PRESCHOOL (entering kindergarten next year): Have fun while practicing everything from counting to colors to phonics.
Foraging Basics
Thu, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Natalie Evans shares ways to safely and ethically forage. Enjoy beverages and seasonal foraged snacks. Discover the wild foods all around us!
Storytime
Thu, Jul 30, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (kids & caregivers): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Fishing 101
Thu, Jul 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
ADULTS (ages 18 and up): Get hooked on fishing with tournament angler Eugene Kim! Learn about fishing basics including local fishing spots, techniques, gear, lures, and more.
Flash Fiction Contest - Deadline for submissions: July 31
Fri, Jul 31, All day
Lake Villa District Library
KIDS & TEENS (kindergarten – grade 12): Write a super short story (400 words or less) that takes place at summer camp! Upload your story here.
Friday Fun - Art Start
Fri, Jul 31, 9:30am - 10:30am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
LITTLES (birth – age 5): Blend the rules and create a masterpiece!
Guided Nature Walk at Raven Glen Forest Preserve
Fri, Jul 31, 10:00am - 11:30am
Raven Glen Forest Preserve
Take a guided nature walk with a representative from the Lake County Forest Preserves. Meet at Raven Glen Forest Preserve. Adult supervision is required for all participants under 18.
Storytime - *OUTDOORS* Meet us on the patio!
Sat, Aug 01, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - Outdoor - Patio
FAMILY (kids & caregivers): Join us for stories, songs & fun! *If the weather is unpleasant, we’ll move indoors.*
Camp Read-a-Lot Party - *OUTDOORS* Bring your own blanket / lawn chairs
Sat, Aug 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Outdoor - Pavilion, Lawn, Path,Outdoor - Reading Room
ALL AGES: Sing camp songs, compete in a giant game of Simon Says, and be amazed by the magic of Miss Make-Believe—all in the library’s new backyard! *If the weather is unpleasant, we'll move indoors.*
Saturday Session - Coloring Club
Sat, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Drop in to color and chat!
Storytime - *OUTDOORS* Meet us on the patio!
Mon, Aug 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - Outdoor - Patio
FAMILY (kids & caregivers): Join us for stories, songs & fun! *If the weather is unpleasant, we’ll move indoors.*
Theme Day Parade: Pajama Day - *OUTDOORS* Meet us on the patio!
Mon, Aug 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Lake Villa District Library
ALL AGES (fun for everyone): Dress up to match today’s theme, Pajama Day. Wear your pajamas. Show off your theme day look in a parade around the library! Meet outside on the patio.
Barely Balanced - *OUTDOORS* Bring your own blanket / lawn chairs
Mon, Aug 03, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Outdoor - Pavilion, Lawn, Path
ALL AGES: Hilarious, high-energy hijinks! Daring stunts! Non-stop comedy! Watch Small, Medium and Large balance on top of each other, contort their limbs, and juggle knives as sharp as their wit.
Summer Acting Spotlight
Tue, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room
Build acting skills through fun, guided exercises that boost confidence, expression, and stage presence. Explore characters, spark imagination, and perform in a supportive space. No experience needed.
Teen Craft & Snack - Lanterns and Lemons
Tue, Aug 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
TEENS (grades 6–12): Make a craft and meet new friends while enjoying the snack of the month!
Chopped Craft Challenge
Tue, Aug 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
KIDS (kindergarten – grade 5): What can you create with our mystery craft supplies?
Guided Nature Walk at Grant Woods Forest Preserve
Tue, Aug 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
McDonald Woods Forest Preserve
Take a guided nature walk with a representative from the Lake County Forest Preserves. Meet at Grant Woods Forest Preserve. Adult supervision is required for all participants under 18.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 28 2026 at 10:00am
Representative Tom Weber Traveling Office Hours - Illinois State Representative for the 64th District
Wed, Aug 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Lobby - Entrance Tables
Staff from State Representative Weber’s office will be available to answer questions and provide assistance with state issues, programs, and services.
Fort Building
Wed, Aug 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (kids & caregivers): Is building forts your forte? Drop in and prove it!
Cartoon Workshop: Hilarious Hiking - presented by Andertoons
Wed, Aug 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
KIDS & TEENS (kindergarten – grade 12): Who knows what we’ll draw with guest artist Mark Anderson: Weird plants? Quicksand? Bigfoot?
Family Trivia
Wed, Aug 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (kids & caregivers): Impress us with your trivia knowledge and compete against other families!
Storytime - *OUTDOORS* Meet us on the patio!
Thu, Aug 06, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - Outdoor - Patio
FAMILY (kids & caregivers): Join us for stories, songs & fun! *If the weather is unpleasant, we’ll move indoors.*
Animal Explorers - Zebras
Thu, Aug 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
KIDS (kindergarten – grade 5): Don't miss these fun activities about the animals you love!
Teen Bad Art Party
Thu, Aug 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
TEENS (grades 6–12): Craft a disaster-piece and let your creativity run wild!
Storytime
Thu, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (kids & caregivers): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Mysterious Creatures of Illinois - From Bigfoot to Thunderbirds
Thu, Aug 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Author Chad Lewis shares on-site investigations of Bigfoot, lake monsters, and phantom beasts across Illinois including witness drawings, weird photos, bizarre sound clips, and eye-witness testimony.
Friday Fun - Dance Party
Fri, Aug 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
LITTLES (birth – age 5): Dance the morning away with friends!
Great Decisions - Ukraine and European Security
Fri, Aug 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room B
An opportunity to learn, participate in thoughtful discourse, and reach informed opinions on the issues in America's foreign policy process. Reading materials available at the Adult Services Desk.
Neighborhood Hours with State Rep. Joyce Mason's Office - Illinois State Representative for the 61st District
Fri, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Lobby
Staff from State Representative Mason's office will be available to assist with state issues such as unemployment, utility assistance, SNAP and Medicaid.
Congressman Brad Schneider Neighborhood Office Hours - U.S. Rep. for Illinois's 10th Congressional District
Fri, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Lobby - Entrance Tables
Staff from U.S. Representative Schneider's office will be available to assist with federal issues such as Medicare, Social Security, Veteran Services, passports and immigration.
Storytime
Sat, Aug 08, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (kids & caregivers): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Second Saturday Readers-The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters - *OUTDOORS* Meet us on the patio!
Sat, Aug 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lake Villa District Library - Outdoor - Patio
ADULTS (ages 18 and up): LVDL's monthly book discussion that meets on the second Saturday of each month. Copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk. Meet outside on the Patio.
Saturday Session - Midday Movie: "GOAT"
Sat, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (all ages): Enjoy a movie on our screen and we'll provide the popcorn!
LEGO Club
Sun, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (kids & caregivers): Bring your brains and we'll supply the bricks!
Storytime - *OUTDOORS* Meet us on the patio!
Mon, Aug 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - Outdoor - Patio
FAMILY (kids & caregivers): Join us for stories, songs & fun! *If the weather is unpleasant, we’ll move indoors.*
Passport Pals - Iceland
Mon, Aug 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
KIDS (kindergarten – grade 5): No suitcase needed—explore a new country with fun activities!
Lake Villa District Library Board Meeting
Mon, Aug 10, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Administrative Conference Room
Regular meeting of the Lake Villa District Library Board of Trustees.
Storytime in the Park - Meet us at Caboose Park!
Wed, Aug 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Offsite
Join us for storytime at Caboose Park (37908 N Fairfield Rd)!
Chicka Chicka Book Club - "My First Day" by Phùng Nguyên Quang and Huynh Kim Liên
Wed, Aug 12, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
Going into KINDERGARTEN – GRADE 1: Join us to read and discuss "My First Day" by Phùng Nguyên Quang and Huynh Kim Liên. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Youth Desk.
Teen D&D Miniatures
Wed, Aug 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Meeting Room
TEENS (grades 6–12): Calling all mundane humans by day/level 15 half-elf clerics by night! We’ll provide the miniatures and paints.
LVDL Writers Group - Join others interested in writing!
Wed, Aug 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room
ADULTS (ages 18 and up): We'll talk craft; discuss writing-related questions; and celebrate big and small victories in terms of process, production, and publication.
Storytime - *OUTDOORS* Meet us on the patio!
Thu, Aug 13, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - Outdoor - Patio
FAMILY (kids & caregivers): Join us for stories, songs & fun! *If the weather is unpleasant, we’ll move indoors.*
STEM Me a Story
Thu, Aug 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (kids & caregivers): Explore a story using science, technology, engineering and math!
Storytime
Thu, Aug 13, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (kids & caregivers): Join us for stories, songs & fun!
Birds in the Garden - Creating & Enjoying a Bird Oasis
Thu, Aug 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
ADULTS (ages 18 and up): Pam Karlson shares inspiring tips for creating bird-friendly habitat gardens, featuring her Chicago garden visited by more than 100 bird species.
Friday Fun - Play-Doh Palooza
Fri, Aug 14, 9:30am - 10:30am
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
LITTLES (birth – age 5): Have fun molding your imagination!
Coding Club - Roblox Cybersecurity
Fri, Aug 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
KIDS & TEENS (kindergarten – grade 12): Discover, experiment, innovate—join us to explore coding, robots and more!
Storytime - *OUTDOORS* Meet us on the patio!
Sat, Aug 15, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lake Villa District Library - Outdoor - Patio
FAMILY (kids & caregivers): Join us for stories, songs & fun! *If the weather is unpleasant, we’ll move indoors.*
Saturday Session - Craft Club
Sat, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (kids & caregivers): Make a craft and meet new friends!
Bookworm Buddies - "Mr. Corbett is in Orbit!" by Dan Gutman
Mon, Aug 17, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Meeting Room
Going into GRADES 2–3: Join us to discuss "Mr. Corbett is in Orbit!" by Dan Gutman. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Youth Desk.
Page Turners - "Holes" by Louis Sachar
Mon, Aug 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
Going into GRADES 6-8: Join us to discuss "Holes" by Louis Sachar. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Youth Desk.
Presidential Pets
Mon, Aug 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
ADULTS (ages 18 and up): Valerie Gugala explores the history of White House pets, from beloved dogs and cats to more unusual and exciting animals owned by America’s presidential families.
Taste Test Tuesday: BBQ Chips - for Teens
Tue, Aug 18, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YA Program Room
TEENS (grades 6–12): Try new foods and find new favorites!
Taste Test Tuesday: BBQ Chips - for Kids
Tue, Aug 18, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
KIDS (kindergarten – grade 5): Try new foods and find new favorites!
Game Smorgasbord - Apples to Apples
Tue, Aug 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (kids & caregivers): Try different versions of the game with family and friends while showing off your Apples to Apples skills!
Books on Tap - The Buffalo Hunter Hunter by Stephen Graham Jones
Tue, Aug 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
LakeHouse Restaurant
ADULTS (ages 18 and up): Meet us at the LakeHouse Restaurant in Lake Villa. It's a book club with a twist!
Lunchtime at the Library - The Rule of Rum
Wed, Aug 19, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Food historian Cynthia Clampitt explores the rise of rum: from its origins and pirate ties to how it united the 13 Colonies, and why it became one of the issues that led to the American Revolution.
Novel Thoughts - "The Creature of the Pines" by Adam Gidwitz
Wed, Aug 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Meeting Room
Going into GRADES 4–5: Join us to discuss "The Creature of the Pines" by Adam Gidwitz. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Youth Desk.
Identity Theft Scams & Tips for Prevention
Thu, Aug 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Everyday actions can leave anyone open to identity theft.The Illinois Attorney General's Office presents tips to prevent identity theft and ways to restore your financial profile if it happens to you.
Game Time for Adults
Thu, Aug 20, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Meeting Room
ADULTS (ages 18 and up): Spend time together playing games and meeting others in the community. Play one of our games or bring your own to teach others. Come prepared to have some fun!
Crystal Bowl Meditation - *OUTDOORS*
Thu, Aug 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Outdoor - Pavilion, Lawn, Path
Join Marian McNair for an interactive session of crystal bowl sound therapy. Marian blends her voice with the crystal bowls to create a calm and serene atmosphere to make for a remarkable experience. 
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Navy Band Great Lakes Jazz Combo - *OUTDOORS* Bring your own blanket / lawn chairs
Sat, Aug 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Outdoor - Pavilion, Lawn, Path
The Navy Band Great Lakes Jazz Combo showcases an exciting mix of jazz standards and contemporary favorites in this unforgettable performance!
Chess Club
Sun, Aug 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - YS Program Room A/B
FAMILY (kids & caregivers): Play the game, hone your skills and meet new friends!
Murder & Mayhem: Marble Hall Murders by Anthony Horowitz - *OUTDOORS* Meet us on the patio!
Mon, Aug 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Outdoor - Patio
ADULTS (ages 18 and up): LVDL's monthly mystery book discussion that meets on the fourth Monday of the month. Meet outside on the Patio.
I-PASS On Demand
Tue, Aug 25, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
ADULTS (ages 16 and up): Stop in to get a new I-PASS sticker! If you deactivate your old transponder, you will get your $10 deposit credited to your account.
Senator Mary Edly-Allen Mobile Business Hours - Illinois State Senator for the 31st District
Tue, Aug 25, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - Lobby - Entrance Tables
Staff from State Senator Edly-Allen's office will be available to answer questions and provide assistance with state issues, programs, and services.
Remembering Route 66
Tue, Aug 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Historian Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., explores the history of the iconic highway tied to the spirit of the American road trip. What was Route 66 like at its pinnacle and what is it today?
Understanding Medicare
Wed, Aug 26, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Lake Villa District Library - AS Program Room A/B
Illinois Department on Aging's SHIP Counselor, Mike Dressendorfer, breaks down the complexities of Medicare. Gain valuable tips and information whether you're new to Medicare or already enrolled.
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