Age: 4 - 8 years Does your child love dinosaurs? Then this special event is for them. We will learn what dinosaurs roamed the Great Plains, what they would eat, and how they would hunt. After we learn about these dinosaurs we will then trek out to the sand to see if we can dig […]

Age: 12 years & up Stand Up Paddle boarding is one of the fastest-growing sports in the country, offering a great low-stress core workout. Gray’s Lake is an ideal paddling spot, with calm waves and warm water and this basic skills class will get you up and paddling (literally!) in next to no time. We […]

Age: 12 years & up Our basic three-hour kayaking class will teach you what you need to know to take a kayak and get the maximum of SAFE enjoyment from the boat. We start with the basic elements (how to properly get into a kayak, the forward paddle stroke, steering techniques) and build out from […]

Age: 3 - 10 years We’re hosting a pajama party! Dress in comfy clothes and bring a pillow/blanket to watch a movie. We will create a keepsake decoration and even play a few games. Dinner and cake will be served at the party.

Age: 6 years - Adults Kids, grab your parents and join us for a night you won’t forget! This is no ordinary date, come dressed to play in comfortable clothes and gym shoes. We will begin our night playing all kinds of fun and crazy games. Please register early, you don’t want to miss out […]

Age: 6 years - Adults Kids, grab your parents and join us for a night you won’t forget! This is no ordinary date, come dressed to play in comfortable clothes and gym shoes. We will begin our night playing all kinds of fun and crazy games. Please register early, you don’t want to miss out […]

Age: 6 years - Adults Turn off your video games and join the Grayslake Park District for a challenging evening of dodgeball. We will break you up into equal teams and play some fun games of dodgeball. No knowledge of the game is necessary. Please wear comfortable clothes and gym shoes and bring a water […]

Age: 3 - 9 years Take a Friday evening off – we will take care of the kids. The night will be planned to include a movie, making healthy snack creations, an art project and gym time to release energy. This class will utilize the Recreation Center so children can move around under the watchful […]

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.

Grade: 1st - 4th, Boys & Girls Experience this awesome game of tag...street zone style! All equipment is provided. Please wear comfortable clothes, gym shoes and bring a water bottle.

Grade: 5th - 8th, Boys & Girls Experience this awesome game of tag...street zone style! All equipment is provided. Please wear comfortable clothes, gym shoes and bring a water bottle.

Age: 16 years & up Understand your digital camera and it’s capabilities for both video and stills. Learning Outcomes: participants will learn to use their camera and its accessories to the best advantage, understand the Big 3 - ISO, Shutter, Aperture, learn to set up the shot, understand light and be prepared to capture the […]

Age: 4 - 6 years Take time to get ready for the weekend by signing your youngster up for a Fun Friday afternoon. Each class will allow for structured and unstructured play time, a craft projects maybe involved depending on the theme but most of all to have FUN. Ms. Sam will have their imaginations […]

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 […]

SMOOTHIES & SHAKES Age: 6 - 14 years with adult Learn how to incorporate healthy fruits and vegetables into a refreshing treat! We will be reading the book, Oliver’s Milkshake, followed by getting hands-on in the kitchen making our smoothies and shakes. Each student will learn more about seasonal fruits and vegetables, food science, and […]

Take a Friday evening off – we will take care of the kids.  The night will be planned to include a movie, making  healthy snack creations, an art project and gym time to release energy.   This class will utilize the Recreation Center so children can move around under the watchful eye of our staff. […]

Age: 6 - 12 years Learn how flowers help us feel great – to be confident, take us out of shyness and fear, help us to feel our best, our friendliest and to bring out our inner “shining star”, with confidence and positivity. Learn which plant extracts, also called flower remedies, to use and how […]

Join us for this exciting winter tea party!  We’ll enjoy tea party foods, make a snowflake wand and decorate wintery cookies.  Games, dancing and fun will be had by all.  Even our winter snowman friend will join us!  Parents, bring your cameras!

Ms. Sam will organize this fun cookie making class, where cookie dough will be made, rolled and cut out.  While our cookies are baking, we will have craft time.  Decorating will be up to our little pastry chefs, who will bring home 6 wonderful cookies to share with their families.

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 […]

Age: 7 - 12 years This class teaches children basic rules and information for responsible self-care. Students will learn how to enter their home safely, what to 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 […]

Grade: 1st - 8th, Boys & Girls Experience this awesome game of tag...street zone style! All equipment is provided. Please wear comfortable clothes, gym shoes and bring a water bottle.

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 […]

Age: 6 - 10 years Let’s get together and build a hot wheels track with Lego® bridges and towns. This class will allow your child to use their imagination with both Lego’s® and Race Tracks. We will build bridges, towers, and tunnels for our hot wheel tracks to go through. Each child will receive a […]

Age: 3 - 9 years Take a Friday evening off – we will take care of the kids.  The night will be planned to include a movie, making  healthy snack creations, an art project and gym time to release energy.   This class will utilize the Recreation Center so children can move around under the […]

Grade: 6th - 9th grade 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!

Age: 1 1/2 - 3 years with parent Calling all lads and lassies! Wear your green and be surprised at who else will be wearing his St. Patrick’s Day shirt. We will read a book and make a craft. Parents - bring your camera!

With Ms. Sam & Ms. Meghan leading the class together - it is guaranteed to be a leaping good time! At our St. Patty’s Party we’ll be having pizza, making a craft and going on a hunt for gold.  Ms. Meghan will teach a fun Irish Jig for everyone to show off during the last […]

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 […]

Age: 6 - 12 years Learn how flowers help us feel great – to be confident, take us out of shyness and fear, help us to feel our best, our friendliest and to bring out our inner “shining star”, with confidence and positivity. Learn which plant extracts, also called flower remedies, to use and how […]

PRETZEL PARTY Age: 6 - 14 years with adult Learn how to make homemade pretzels, twist them into shapes and bake them up! We will be reading the book. Walter the Baker, followed by getting hands-on in the kitchen making pretzels. Each student will learn more about the history of pretzels, how to make them […]

Age: 16 years & up Understand your digital camera and it’s capabilities for both video and stills. Learning Outcomes: participants will learn to use their camera and its accessories to the best advantage, understand the Big 3 - ISO, Shutter, Aperture, learn to set up the shot, understand light and be prepared to capture the […]

Age: 3 - 9 years Take a Friday evening off – we will take care of the kids. The night will be planned to include a movie, making healthy snack creations, an art project and gym time to release energy. This class will utilize the Recreation Center so children can move around under the watchful […]

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.

Age: 13 - 17 years Learn how to create cute cupcakes for spring! You’ll get hands on with frosting and decorating prepared cupcakes in festive spring colors. Each participant will take home a half dozen decorated cupcakes to share and enjoy . This is a contractual program.

Grade: 2nd - 7th grade Come join us for a fun evening of STREET ZONE style nerf tag! We’ll provide everything you need for this fun evening! Grab some friends and come on out to play! Please wear comfortable clothes, gym shoes and bring a water bottle.

Let’s get together to color eggs and decorate cookies! Every child will get to color a dozen eggs to take home. Please wear play clothes, we will be working with color dye.  Afterwards, we will decorate cookies!  Don’t miss out on the fun!

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 […]

Age: 7 - 12 years This class teaches children basic rules and information for responsible self-care. Students will learn how to enter their home safely, what to 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 […]

Age: 16 years & up Understand your digital camera and it’s capabilities for both video and stills. Learning Outcomes: participants will learn to use their camera and its accessories to the best advantage, understand the Big 3 - ISO, Shutter, Aperture, learn to set up the shot, understand light and be prepared to capture the […]

Grade: 1st grade and up Join us for a challenging evening of Dodgeball! We will break 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.

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 […]

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 […]

Today is the last day to take advantage of the the Early Registration Discount for the Girls' Recreational Softball League.  Fees go up on May 3rd!

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.

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.

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!

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 […]

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 […]

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!

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!

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.

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 […]

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 […]

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.

Call Course for details (847) 548-4713

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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!

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!

Call Course for details (847) 548-4713

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 […]