Princess Sophia’s Tea Party

Age: 2 - 6 years with parent Mind your manners at this royal event of the season. We hope to see you in your best attire at this high class party. We will be serving tea (apple juice) and little cakes, making a fun craft project and playing party games. Ms. Sharon can’t wait to […]

$12 – $21

Gary Kantor’s Magic

Canlan Sports Libertyville 1950 US-45, Libertyville, IL

Age: 5 - 12 years Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind reading and more. While the tricks may appear difficult, you’ll discover that they are quick to learn and easy to perform. All materials are provided and each child will receive a magic kit to take home. Feel free […]

$20 – $25

Father/Son Dodgeball Night

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Grade: 1st - 8th grade Turn off your video games and join us for a challenging evening of Dodgeball. We will break you up into equal teams and play some fun games. No knowledge of the game is necessary. Please wear comfortable clothes, gym shoes and bring a water bottle.

$3 – $5

Studio 25 Art Creations

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Age: 8 - 12 years All artists will learn the basics of painting and find a new love of art! After one hour of instruction everyone will leave with a piece of artwork ready for display! This is a contractual program.

$38 – $47

Summer Camp Early Bird Discount Deadline

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Today is the last day to receive the Early Bird Discount for all Grayslake Park District Summer Camp registrations.  Fees go up on Tuesday, May 16!

Red Cross Babysitting Course

Age: 11 years and up Babysitter training provides the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly care for infants and children up to the age of 11, as well as to manage a babysitting business. Please bring a lunch, drink and a doll. This is a contractual program. Dozens of downloadable resources provide: Step-by-step […]

$65 – $81

Doc McSharon’s Animal Clinic

Age: 2 - 5 years with parent Learn how to be a good veterinarian to your stuffed animals. We will learn how to diagnose your toy’s ailment and fix them up. We will make our own doctor kit, too. Come have fun with us, as we learn some simple first aid and have a lot […]

$12 – $21

Summer Camp Meet & Greet

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Meet Counselors, get questions answered, and receive camp paperwork, lesson plans and field trip schedules! Early bird fees will be granted if you attend Meet & Greet!

FREE

Nifty 50+ Monthly Senior Club

Our monthly Senior Club has fun playing Bingo, cards and games.  Refreshments, coffee and tea are provided at each meeting.   We occasionally have a guest speaker, for important informational or entertainment purposes.  Come and let us know what kinds of activities you would like the GLPD to offer!

$2,

Edible Plants

Age:  12 years and older Plants are all around us, and much of their usefulness goes unnoticed.  In this workshop., you will learn about wild edible plants, and their many amazing uses.  Your forager's eye will be trained to positively identify edible, poisonous, and useful plants wherever you go.  Two sessions available:  9am-12pm and 1-4pm.

$45 – $56

Stand Up Paddle Board Class

Ages 12 and older Stand Up Paddle Boarding is one of the fastest growing recreational activities in the country, offering a low-stress core workout!  Gray's Lake is an ideal paddling spot, with calm waves and warm water.  This basic skills class will get you up and paddling!  We provide the board and paddle, you provide swimwear […]

$69 – $85

Trip: Galena & Diamond Jo’s Casino

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Age: 21+ years Two options for this trip, choose the one you like! Option 1:  4 hours of gambling tie at Diamond Jo's, includes $15 of slot money and buffet lunch/1.5 hours shopping in downtown Galena.  If choosing this option, please register with your full name (casino packages will only be given when you show […]

$42

Essential Oils 101

Ages: 18 years and up This course is designed to teach you what Essential Oils are and how they can be used to help with things such as pain relief, stress relief and even colds.  Participants will learn how to safely use the oils, and will have the opportunity to ask questions.

$25 – $35

Junior Golf Tournament

Grayslake Golf Course 2150 Drury Lane, Grayslake, IL

Call Course for details (847) 548-4713

$15

Gary Kantor’s Magic

Age:  5-12 years Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading and more!  While the tricks appear ifficult, you'll discover that they are quick to learn and easy to perform.  All materials are provided and each child will receive a magic kit to take home.   Attended before? Register again!  Each class […]

$20 – $25

Let’s Do Lunch

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

RESTAURANT:  HOME AGAIN                                   Salem, WI Age: Active Adults, 18+ years Join us for lunch! Each month we visit a different restaurant in the area. You pay $5 for transportation - the fun is free and food is on […]

$5

Home Alone

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Age:  7-12 years This class teaches children the basic information and rules for responsible self-care.  Students will learn how to enter their home safely, what to do do when somebody knocks on the door, important phone numbers, how to answer the phone, what to do when approached by a stranger, safety precautions that will help […]

$25 – $31

Trip: Kohler “Industry in Action” Factory Tour

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Age:  Mature Adults, 55+ years Put on your walking shoes - this tour includes over 2.5 miles of walking. We are off to the "Industry in Action" factory tour at the famous Kohler Design Center in Kohler, Wisconsin. Safety first - All participants must wear enclosed shoes (no sandals or open back shoes). Lunch will […]

$35

Screenwriting

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Age: 12-18 years Learn to write the movie you want to see!  In this class, you will learn how to find ideas, structure your story, write a scene, creat characters, write dialogue, and develop a script.  These skills are great for Instagram videos, SnapChat, etc!

$78 – $98

Nifty 50+ Monthly Senior Club

Our monthly Senior Club has fun playing Bingo, cards and games.  Refreshments, coffee and tea are provided at each meeting.   We occasionally have a guest speaker, for important informational or entertainment purposes.  Come and let us know what kinds of activities you would like the GLPD to offer!

$2,

Stand Up Paddle Boarding Class

Ages 12 and older Stand Up Paddle Boarding is one of the fastest growing recreational activities in the country, offering a low-stress core workout!  Gray’s Lake is an ideal paddling spot, with calm waves and warm water.  This basic skills class will get you up and paddling!  We provide the board and paddle, you provide swimwear […]

$69 – $85

Essential Oils 101

Ages: 18 years and up This course is designed to teach you what Essential Oils are and how they can be used to help with things such as pain relief, stress relief and even colds.  Participants will learn how to safely use the oils, and will have the opportunity to ask questions.

$25 – $35

Trip: History on the Rails, East Troy & Mukwonago, WI

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Age: Mature Adults, 55+years This trip starts by exploring the history of the rails at the train museum in East Troy.  We then take a 2 hour train ride to Mukwonago, with a brief stop at the picturesque Indian Head Park on the shores of Phantom Lake.  Trip includes lunch at Ivan on the Square; several […]

$45

Public Speaking

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Ages: 18 years and older Work and school presentations aren't so scary when you are prepared!  In this class, you will learn how to write and deliver a speech, gain presentation best practices and build confidence.  You will also learn: speech-writing (structure), how to speak off the cuff, how to use voice exercises and some […]

$78 – $98

Let’s Do Lunch

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

RESTAURANT:  BROKEN OAR                                   Port Barrington, IL Age: Active Adults, 18+ years Join us for lunch! Each month we visit a different restaurant in the area. You pay $5 for transportation - the fun is free and food is on […]

$5

Land Navigation

Ages: 12-18 years This land navigation workshop focuses on applying land navigation techniques with a hands-on experience in an outdoor environment.  Learn about the different types of compasses, how to triangulate your location on a topological map, and how to choose the best route to take.  Whether you are looking to master your topo-map reading […]

$70 – $88

Nifty 50+ Monthly Senior Club

Our monthly Senior Club has fun playing Bingo, cards and games.  Refreshments, coffee and tea are provided at each meeting.   We occasionally have a guest speaker, for important informational or entertainment purposes.  Come and let us know what kinds of activities you would like the GLPD to offer!

$2,

Trip: Chocolate Lovers’ Trail

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Age: Mature Adults, 55+ years Tour Lake County's sweetest spots!  This trip includes a tour of the Long Grove Confectionery Co. facility, a hands-on demonstration at Sweet Pete's Candy and lunch at The Chocolate Sanctuary!

$37
Recurring

Grayslake Pride Travel Softball Tryouts – 2018 Season

Alleghany Park 31999 N Alleghany Road, Grayslake, IL

Are you interested in a more competitive girls' softball league?  The Grayslake Pride travel teams will be hosting tryouts in late July/early August. Pre-registration is required.  Players are to attend ONE tryout date, for their appropriate age group (Age control date is January 1, 2018). Tryouts will be held for 10U, 12U, 14U and 16U […]

$15

Dinosaur Expedition

Jones Island Pavilion 243 Harvey Ave, Grayslake, IL

Ages: 4-8 years Are dinosaurs a hit with the kid in your house? This is the class for them!  We will learn which dinosaurs roamed the Great Plains, what they would eat, and how they would hunt to survive.  After we learn about the dinosaurs, we will trek out to the sand, to search for […]

$10 – $12
Recurring

Grayslake Pride Girls’ Travel Softball Team Tryouts – 2018 Season

Alleghany Park 31999 N Alleghany Road, Grayslake, IL

Are you interested in a more competitive girls’ softball league?  The Grayslake Pride travel teams will be hosting tryouts in late July/early August. Pre-registration is required.  Players are to attend ONE tryout date, for their appropriate age group (Age control date is January 1, 2018). Tryouts will be held for 10U, 12U, 14U and 16U […]

$15

Let’s Do Lunch

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

RESTAURANT:  PORT OF BLARNEY                                   Antioch, IL Age: Active Adults, 18+ years Join us for lunch! Each month we visit a different restaurant in the area. You pay $5 for transportation - the fun is free and food is on […]

$5
Recurring

Grayslake Pride Girls’ Travel Softball Team Tryouts – 2018 Season

Alleghany Park 31999 N Alleghany Road, Grayslake, IL

Are you interested in a more competitive girls’ softball league?  The Grayslake Pride travel teams will be hosting tryouts in late July/early August. Pre-registration is required.  Players are to attend ONE tryout date, for their appropriate age group (Age control date is January 1, 2018). Tryouts will be held for 10U, 12U, 14U and 16U […]

$15
Recurring

Grayslake Pride Travel Softball Tryouts – 2018 Season

Alleghany Park 31999 N Alleghany Road, Grayslake, IL

Are you interested in a more competitive girls' softball league?  The Grayslake Pride travel teams will be hosting tryouts in late July/early August. Pre-registration is required.  Players are to attend ONE tryout date, for their appropriate age group (Age control date is January 1, 2018). Tryouts will be held for 10U, 12U, 14U and 16U […]

$15

Spikefest

Alleghany Park 31999 N Alleghany Road, Grayslake, IL
$20
Recurring

Flag Football Player Evaluations

Alleghany Park 31999 N Alleghany Road, Grayslake, IL

Girls & Boys, ages 5-10 years All players must attend one evaluation date.  We will collect required player forms, get shirt sizes, and note practice conflicts, as well as evaluating players' skills.

$6 – $109

Trip: Wonders of the Midwest

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Age: Mature Adults, 55+ years Tour a 500-acre working fruit farm in Michigan, then visit a bison farm and tour the Albanese Candy Factory in Indiana!

$90
Recurring

Flag Football Player Evaluations

Alleghany Park 31999 N Alleghany Road, Grayslake, IL

Girls & Boys, ages 5-10 years All players must attend one evaluation date.  We will collect required player forms, get shirt sizes, and note practice conflicts, as well as evaluating players' skills.

$6 – $109

Summer Medley Golf Tournament

Grayslake Golf Course 2150 Drury Lane, Grayslake, IL

Call Course for details (847) 548-4713

$15
Recurring

Youth Volleyball League Player Evaluations

Frederick School 595 Frederick Road, Grayslake, IL 60030

Boy & Girls, Grades 3-8 All players must attend one evaluation date; we will collect required paperwork, get sized for uniforms, and note any practices conflicts, in addition to evaluating each players' skill level.

$13 – $125

Pirates of the Great Lakes

Jones Island Pavilion 243 Harvey Ave, Grayslake, IL

Ages: 4-8 years Pirates loved to find hidden lakes in which to hide their treasures - and what better lake than Gray's Lake?  The children will hear a story about how pirates sailed through the great lakes, landed on the shores, and hiked to our own Gray's Lake to hide treasure.  We will have our […]

$10 – $12
Recurring

Youth Volleyball League Player Evaluations

Frederick School 595 Frederick Road, Grayslake, IL 60030

Boy & Girls, Grades 3-8 All players must attend one evaluation date; we will collect required paperwork, get sized for uniforms, and note any practices conflicts, in addition to evaluating each players' skill level.

$13 – $125

Ladies Only Golf Tournament

Grayslake Golf Course 2150 Drury Lane, Grayslake, IL

Call Course for details (847) 548-4713

$15

Basic Kayak Class

Age:  12 years and older Our basic 3-hour kayaking class will teach you what you need to know to get the maximum SAFE enjoyment from a kayak.  We'll start with basic elements (getting in, forward paddling, steering) and build from there.  Class will include:  bracing techniques to increase stability, as well as solo and partner […]

$99 – $119

Nifty 50+ Monthly Senior Club

Our monthly Senior Club has fun playing Bingo, cards and games.  Refreshments, coffee and tea are provided at each meeting.   We occasionally have a guest speaker, for important informational or entertainment purposes.  Come and let us know what kinds of activities you would like the GLPD to offer!

$2,

Fall Dance Session Begins!

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

The Grayslake Park District's Expressions Dance Studio is committed to providing high-quality dance classes to enhance the overall development of the child. We provide a safe and child-centered environment to encourage our students to explore dance with qualified, nurturing teachers. Fall I Dance Session begins on Saturday, August 26 and runs through Saturday, October 7, […]

Trip: “Rock of Ages” at Drury Lane Theatre

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Age: Mature Adults, 55+ years This musical features 28 classic hits by rock bands of the 1980s.  Fee includes: transportation by Park District bus, lunch, and show.

$71

Trip: Church Basement Ladies at Fireside Theater

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Ages: Mature adults, 55+ yrs Trip includes lunch, theater ticket and transportation by Park District bus.

$89

Grayslake Central Feeder Basketball Tryouts Begin

Grayslake Central High School 400 N Lake St, Grayslake, IL

Tryout to play competitive basketball through the Grayslake Park District's feeder programs! Open to 5-8th grade basketball players within Grayslake High School District 127 boundaries.

Recurring

First Day of Dog Obedience Training – Basic

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Ages: 18 years and up You and your dog will not want to miss this fun, reward-oriented course! This is a great class for dogs that have never taken a class before or dogs needing to brush up on rusty obedience skills. We cover the basic commands: heel, sit, down, stand, stay, come, polite greetings […]

Recurring

First Day of Dog Obedience Training – Basic

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Ages: 18 years and up You and your dog will not want to miss this fun, reward-oriented course! This is a great class for dogs that have never taken a class before or dogs needing to brush up on rusty obedience skills. We cover the basic commands: heel, sit, down, stand, stay, come, polite greetings […]

Trip: Cubs vs. Brewers Family Trip

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Ages: 10 yrs and up Fees include game ticket, transportation to Brewer's Miller Park by Park District van and food for tailgating.

$73
Recurring

First Day of Dog Obedience Training – Basic

Ages: 18 years and up You and your dog will not want to miss this fun, reward-oriented course! This is a great class for dogs that have never taken a class before or dogs needing to brush up on rusty obedience skills. We cover the basic commands: heel, sit, down, stand, stay, come, polite greetings […]

Parent and Tot Teddy Bear Picnic

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Age:  2-5 years, with parent Bring your favorite teddy bear (or other stuffed animal) for a picnic! This class will include: story time, a simple picnic snack and a very special visitor from the Hundred-Acre Woods. Parents, don't forget to bring your camera!

$10 – $19
Recurring

First Day of Dog Obedience Training – Intermediate

Age: 18 years and up "Let's kick it up a notch!" Once you gain a working relationship with your dog, it's only natural to see how far you can excel. This intermediate-level class is for people who want to improve their dogs' manners and overall training. We add to and improve the reliability of commands […]

Recurring

Teen Dodgeball Night

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Grade: 6th-9th Calling all dodgeball lovers for a night full of smashing fun! Join in for some (or all) of our dodgeball games hosted throughout the night. Don't forget to wear comfortable clothes and gym shoes! Fee: $5 Resident/$7 NonResident Register by: Saturday, Sept. 16 Code: 120127A

Wrigley Field Tour – Family Trip

Go behind-the-scenes of the legendary home of the 2016 World Series Champion Chicago Cubs! Built in 1914, Wrigley Field is a must-see Chicago attraction with more than 100 years of history. Take an exclusive 90 minute tour through the Friendly Confines with your own personal tour guide - visit the seating bowl, the press box, the […]

$56

Grayslake North Feeder Basketabll Tryouts Begin

Grayslake North High School 1925 N Illinois 83, Grayslake, IL

Tryout to play competitive basketball through the Grayslake Park District’s feeder programs! Open to 5-8th grade basketball players within Grayslake High School District 127 boundaries.

Care Bears to the Rescue

Age: 3.5-6 years This class will take your child into the clouds with the Care Bears and friends! We will create a Care Bear craft, sing songs, read a story and decorate a cupcake with Care Bear flare. This class will fill quickly, so don't delay and register today! Register by: Saturday, Sept. 23

$12 – $22

Recurring

Free Movie in the Park – “Finding Dory”

Alleghany Park 31999 N Alleghany Road, Grayslake, IL

Join us for the Free Movie in the Park "Finding Dory" on Sunday, October 8 at dusk. Pack up the kids, bring your lawn chairs and blankets, and head out to Alleghany Park for an evening of FREE family fun! The movie will start at dusk, which should be around 6 pm. Please note that […]

FREE

Pleasant Prairie Prime Outlets Shopping Trip

Grades: 6th-9th Join us as we head to southern Wisconsin for a day of shopping at Prime Outlets! There are over 90 stores to choose from, a food court to enjoy lunch or sit and rest your feet. Fee includes lunch and transportation by Park District bus. Location: Meet at the Recreation Center Lobby Fee: […]

Days Off School Field Trip – Bowling and Laser Tag

Ages: 10-14 years Spend your day off school bowling and playing laser tag! We'll head to Bowlero in Algonquin for 1.5 hours of bowling, lunch, two rounds of laser tag AND 30 minutes in the arcade. Transportation is provided by the Park District and all activities are included in the activity fee. Location: Meet in […]

Mother/Daughter Yoga

  Ages: 6 years old to adult Enjoy some time together in individual and partner poses, breathing and laughing! Mother and daughters have a unique relationship. Yoga can help balance and strengthen that relationship through positive communication and trust.  No yoga experience necessary. Please bring a water bottle and yoga mat and towel to class. […]

10th Annual Pumpkin Fest

Central Park Aquatic Fields 250 Library Lane, Grayslake

Bring your kids and join us for the 10th Annual Pumpkin Fest! Pumpkin Fest is a Grayslake Park District Halloween Tradition, so we hope to see you there this year! Register in-person at the Recreation Center or online at: https://register.parksreconline.com/wbwsc/grayslake.wsc/wbsplash.html?wbp=1  

Six Flags Fright Fest

Ages: 6th-9th Grade Come experience Six Flags Great America at its scariest! The park will be transformed into a Halloween wonderland. Scary creatures, haunted houses and hair-raising shows are waiting for you! Round trip transportation by Park District van and admission is included in the fee. Please bring extra month for food, games and souvenirs. Location: Meet […]

Pumpkin Carving

Ages: 5 and up Join us for a fun afternoon carving a pumpkin for Halloween! Pumpkins and all supplies included.   Fee: $15 Resident/$19 NonResident Register by: Wednesday, Oct. 18 Code: 100019A   Please note the Park District Main Office closes at 12pm noon on Saturdays, so please enter the building through the south Program […]

Halloween Fun with Elmo

Ages: 18 months to 3 years with parent Elmo is so excited to show off his Halloween costume and read a story with you! Feel free to wear your costume and join us for a craft. Location: Recreation Center Preschool Room B (240 Commerce Dr) Fee: $15 Resident/$19 NonResident ($10 for each additional sibling) Register by: […]

Olaf’s Winter Fun

Ages: 2 - 5 years with parent Come warm up and enjoy a yummy treat with Olaf! We will make a project, enjoy a story and sing along! Location: Recreation Center Preschool Room A  Fee: $15 Resident/$19 NonResident ($10 for each additional sibling) Register by: Saturday, Nov. 4 Code: 101034A

Family Dodgeball

Recreation Center 240 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL

Ages: 6 years through adult Fee: $3 Resident/$5 NonResident Register by: Sunday, November 5 Code: 100001A

Family Bingo Night

Come see for yourself how much fun family bingo can be!   Fee: $1 Resident/$2 NonResident Register by: Friday, November 10 Code: 100017A

Ultimate Nerf Tag

Ages: Grades 1st-8th Come join us for some fun of STREET ZONE style nerf tag! We'll provide everything you need for this fun afternoon. Grab some friends and come  out to play. Please wear comfortable clothes, gym shoes and bring a water bottle. Fee: $3 Resident/$5 NonResident Register by: Sunday, Nov. 12 Code: 130000A

Free Thanksgiving Day Jazzercise Class

Gobble gobble! Join us for a special Thanksgiving Day Jazzercise class at the Rec Center on Thursday, Nov. 23 at 7:45am! Class is FREE when you bring an item to donate to the Avon Township Food Pantry.