Event Calendar
See what’s happening in the Village Center

Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum’s Exhibits
The Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum features multiple exhibition galleries, a community room, archives and collections storage. It also incorporates the original Village Hall, a former one-room school house moved to the site and expanded in 1895.
Visit the Heritage Center Wednesdays - Saturdays. For the specific hours and current exhibit information, click “View Event” below.

Grayslake Senior Activity Center Annual Rummage Sale
Join the Grayslake Senior Activity Center, located at 50 Library Lane, for their Annual Rummage Sale! Find housewares, clothing, electronics, knickknacks, and more!
Stop out Thursday, Friday, or Saturday, August 13th - 15th and see what kind of treasures you can find! Your purchases help support the Grayslake Senior Activity Center.

Summer Farmers Market
Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3 pm - 7 pm (June 4th - September 24th).
Enjoy an outdoor shopping experience in the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center that offers farm fresh and prepared foods, arts and crafts, music, children’s activities and more!

Yoga with Ms. Mrunal
Stretch, move, and have fun in this kid-friendly yoga class! No experience needed—just comfy clothes and a mat or towel. Drop-in for ages 5 - 12.

Farmers Market Tasting: Cream Wine & Spirits
Swing by beautiful Grayslake and peruse one of the best Farmers Markets in Lake County. When you are done, stop into the Beer Bazaar taproom for a complimentary tasting event featuring the diverse portfolio of Cream Wine & Spirits! Discover new and exciting spirits. Stop by and expand your palate!

Live Music: JiMarth @ Emil’s Tavern on Center
Come out for a night of live music with JiMarth at Emil’s Tavern on Center. JiMarth covers an alt-country-vibe through bands such as John Prine, Tyler Childers, Wood Brothers, and Zac Brown to name a few.

Grayslake Senior Activity Center Annual Rummage Sale
Join the Grayslake Senior Activity Center, located at 50 Library Lane, for their Annual Rummage Sale! Find housewares, clothing, electronics, knickknacks, and more!
Stop out Thursday, Friday, or Saturday, August 13th - 15th and see what kind of treasures you can find! Your purchases help support the Grayslake Senior Activity Center.

Thursday Trivia @ 129 Center Cut
Come by 129 Center Cut for Trivia Nights on Thursdays in their bar area! Get in on trivia that's free to play, with prizes to win. While you're there, enjoy delicious food and drink specials!

15-Page Book Club
Join Beer Bazaar’s very own 15-Page Book Club, every second Thursday of the month from 7 pm - 9 pm. All genres welcome, come chat with fellow readers about your current literary adventures. After a book is shared, reflect on if the first 15 pages are indicative of the rest of the book. Also, feel free to bring a book you’ve enjoyed and are willing to add to the 15-Page Book Club’s Community Library at the store!

Karaoke Night
Come out for a night of Karaoke at Charlie’s! Bring your energy, favorite song, and your crew for a night of music and fun!
It takes place every Thursday from 9 pm - 12:30 am!

Grayslake Senior Activity Center Annual Rummage Sale
Join the Grayslake Senior Activity Center, located at 50 Library Lane, for their Annual Rummage Sale! Find housewares, clothing, electronics, knickknacks, and more!
Stop out Thursday, Friday, or Saturday, August 13th - 15th and see what kind of treasures you can find! Your purchases help support the Grayslake Senior Activity Center.

Grayslake SummerFest (formerly known as Summer Days)
Join the Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce for Grayslake Summer Days! Live music, food trucks, drinks, BINGO and more!
Click “View Event” for more details!

Grayslake SummerFest (formerly known as Grayslake Summer Days)
Join the Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce for Grayslake Summer Days! Live music, food trucks, drinks, BINGO, the annual parade, and more!
Click “View Event” for more details!

Lights, Camera, Candles- "Sixteen Candles" Candle-Making and Movie Night!
Join Romney Brown Candle Co. in downtown Grayslake for a totally rad throwback evening celebrating the iconic 80s rom-com Sixteen Candles on Saturday, August 16th!
Whether you’re a hopeless romantic, an 80s baby, or just looking for cute things to do in the Chicagoland suburbs, this is your night. Romney Brown’s candle-making movie events are a must-do for date nights, girls’ nights, and anyone who needs a little main character energy.
Click “View Event” for all the details!

Vinyl Sundays @ Beer Bazaar
Beer Bazaar is hosting their weekly Vinyl Sundays with their staff spinning records for your enjoyment. Come hang with some friends while drinking a cold one. When you bring a vinyl to listen to, you’ll get a $1 off any size pour!

Drafts & Crafts - Sip & Paint: Bookish Kitty
Join Beer Bazaar for a fun-filled afternoon of creativity and relaxation. Unleash your inner artist as you sip on delicious craft beers, wines, ciders, and non-alcoholic drinks with good friends and company.
Whether you're an experienced painter or a complete novice, this event is perfect for everyone. Their good friend and awesome art teacher, Kami Tobey, is back to guide attendees step-by-step, ensuring you create a masterpiece to be proud of.
So grab your friends, unleash your creativity, and enjoy the afternoon of sipping, painting, and fun. Don't miss out on this fantastic event!

Owen Walsh in Concert at The Lake County Folk Club
Join the Lake County Folk Club on Sunday, August 17th for their monthly acoustic concert featuring Owen Walsh.
Owen Walsh has been telling stories and performing music his entire life.
Owen began playing violin at the age of three, studying formal repertoire. At 12 years old, he found his dad's dusty, old Epiphone guitar tucked away in a closet and taught himself how to play. Soon after he learned his first few chords, Owen began writing songs. He's followed in the long tradition of Americana folk music, in which lyrics are equal in importance to the melodies that bind them.
Concert Opener: Cath Kasmer
Click “View Event” to learn more!

Keep Calm and Carry Yarn
Connect with fellow fiber art fans! Enjoy knitting, crocheting, or loom projects with fellow crafting enthusiasts.

Loteria Night Fundraiser with Mariposa Women’s Collective
Join Beer Bazaar a night of fun, playing Loteria (Mexican Bingo) with La Mariposa Women’s Collective. Choose your lucky board for a $15 donation towards student scholarships.

Tuesday Trivia @ Beer Bazaar
This week’s trivia at Beer Bazaar is General Topics. Questions range from music, sports, movies, riddles, and more. Free to play, prizes to win! All teams who play all six rounds get 10% off their draft pours during trivia. As always, trivia at Beer Bazaar is free to play!

Grayslake Arts Alliance Writers’ Group
Find your writing community. Share your work in progress with a supportive group of local writers. All genres and levels of experience are welcome to attend.

BINGO @ Emil's Tavern on Center
Looking for some weeknight fun? Come out to Emil's Tavern on Center for BINGO on Tuesday nights beginning at 8 pm! Enjoy food, drinks and BINGO games!

Farmers Market Tasting: Marz Community Brewing
Swing by beautiful Grayslake and peruse one of the best Farmers Markets in Lake County. When you are done, come explore the experimental and delightful brews from Chicago's own Marz Community Brewing! Discover new favorites and expand your beer knowledge with their unique offerings. Stop by and find your next favorite can or bottle!

Summer Farmers Market
Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3 pm - 7 pm (June 4th - September 24th).
Enjoy an outdoor shopping experience in the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center that offers farm fresh and prepared foods, arts and crafts, music, children’s activities and more!

Grayslake Arts Alliance Plein Air Painting Workshop
According to Google, the French term "plein air" translates to "outdoors" or "in the open air" in English. In the context of art, it specifically refers to painting outdoors, capturing the effects of natural light and atmosphere.
Join members of the Grayslake Arts Alliance for a Plein Art Painting Workshop on Wednesday, August 20th at the Grayslake Millennium Court clock tower (267 Center Street, Grayslake, IL 60030). The workshop will begin at 5 pm with an art critique at 7 pm. The cost is $15.00 and sketchbooks, pencils and water will be provided. This workshop is open to all ages but children 12 years of age and under will require supervision from a parent or adult guardian. Please register in advance at GrayslakeArtsAlliance.org.

Live Music: Terry Byrne @ Emil's Tavern on Center
Emil’s Tavern on Center is welcoming back Chicago-based singer/songwriter Terry Byrne once again! Byrne plays an assortment of music including Americana, Country, Irish, Folk, and Rock. Come check out his sounds on the patio August 20th!

Karaoke Night
Come out for a night of Karaoke at Charlie’s! Bring your energy, favorite song, and your crew for a night of music and fun!
It takes place every Thursday from 9 pm - 12:30 am!

Karaoke Night
Unleash Your Inner Rockstar! 🎤
Get ready to belt out your favorite tunes! Join Beer Bazaar for another unforgettable Karaoke Night. Whether you're a shower singer or a seasoned performer, the stage is yours! Choose from numerous options via YouTube, so you're sure to find your anthem.
Click “View Event” to learn more!

Live Music: Me With You @ The Vine
Check out live music featuring Stu the Piano Guy on piano and Scott Beardsley on drums. Two super fun musicians serving up a variety of songs!

Grayslake Historical Society Reminisce Program: The Last Chance Saloon
Join the Grayslake Historical Society for their next Reminisce Program focused on The Last Chance Saloon.
This discussion-style program invites participants to contribute stories and recollections and/or listen and learn about this well-known establishment that stood where 129 Center Cut stands now.
All are invited. No registration. Free with light refreshments.

Vinyl Sundays @ Beer Bazaar
Beer Bazaar is hosting their weekly Vinyl Sundays with their staff spinning records for your enjoyment. Come hang with some friends while drinking a cold one. When you bring a vinyl to listen to, you’ll get a $1 off any size pour!

Andy Fest
Join Andy’s Records and Chapin Jazz for the 2nd annual Andy Fest, their one day, mini New Orleans-style Jazz Festival!
Once again the festival will kick-off with their Jazz Brunch from 11 am - 1 pm. A unique and intimate, gourmet meal with a fixed menu catered by Siege Food and accompanied by a live concert performance from The Westerlees! Ticket incudes: meal (served family-style), drinks, private performance and Andy Fest gift!
All performances after the brunch are FREE to the public.
Click “View Event” to learn more.

Song Circle at The Lake County Folk Club
The Lake County Folk Club will host their monthly Song Circle beginning at 6:30 pm.
Come out to play or just listen. Members and non-members are always welcome. One of their friendly hosts will keep the ball rolling.
This is a casual, no pressure opportunity to kick back, play some music and meet others. The participants form a circle, and each one in turn can choose to play a song or politely pass. It’s a chance to lead songs or to join in with others. They keep moving around the circle until it’s time to call it a night.

Tuesday Trivia @ Beer Bazaar: Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader
With school starting back up, Beer Bazaar Trivia is heading back to school as well! Do you think you have what it takes to pass the 5th grade? Join them for an “Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader” trivia night!
Questions will range from math, social studies, science, and more. All teams who play all six rounds get 10% off their draft pours during trivia. As always, trivia at Beer Bazaar is free to play!

BINGO @ Emil's Tavern on Center
Looking for some weeknight fun? Come out to Emil's Tavern on Center for BINGO on Tuesday nights beginning at 8 pm! Enjoy food, drinks and BINGO games!

Farmers Market Tasting: Carbliss
Swing by beautiful Grayslake and peruse one of the best Farmers Markets in Lake County. When you are done, stop into the Beer Bazaar taproom for a complimentary tasting event featuring the refreshing and flavorful low-calorie cocktails from Carbliss! Discover new and exciting ready-to-drink options perfect for any occasion. Stop by and expand your palate!

Summer Farmers Market
Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3 pm - 7 pm (June 4th - September 24th).
Enjoy an outdoor shopping experience in the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center that offers farm fresh and prepared foods, arts and crafts, music, children’s activities and more!

Andy’s Records Vinyl Listening Club
Each month, Andy’s Records gathers to listen to and dissect a selected vinyl album with a group of like-minded music lovers over snacks and drinks (BYOB). They encourage you to listen in any way you can ahead of the meeting and be prepared to participate in a casual discussion about the album.
Admission is $10.
Click “View Event” to learn more.

Live Music: JiMarth @ Emil’s Tavern on Center
Come out for a night of live music with JiMarth at Emil’s Tavern on Center. JiMarth covers an alt-country-vibe through bands such as John Prine, Tyler Childers, Wood Brothers, and Zac Brown to name a few.

Thursday Trivia @ 129 Center Cut
Come by 129 Center Cut for Trivia Nights on Thursdays in their bar area! Get in on trivia that's free to play, with prizes to win. While you're there, enjoy delicious food and drink specials!

Karaoke Night
Come out for a night of Karaoke at Charlie’s! Bring your energy, favorite song, and your crew for a night of music and fun!
It takes place every Thursday from 9 pm - 12:30 am!

Drum Circle Jam
Create music together at this free community event. Led by Helen Bond of Medusa’s Musical Mysteries, the drum circle forms in Centennial Plaza, corner of Center & Whitney. Listen to the rhythm or step up to a drum (some provided) and add your own beat.

Lights, Camera, Candles- "Twilight" Candle-Making and Movie Night!
Are you Team Edward, Team Jacob… or Team Custom Candle? Join Romney Brown Candle Co. in downtown Grayslake for a moody, magical night under the stars with a screening of Twilight and a candle-making experience worthy of the Cullens’ coven.
Click “View Event” for all the details!

Live Music: John Babin
Come by Emil’s Tavern on Center for a night of live music featuring John Babin who will be playing a wide variety of songs you know!
Grab some food and stay for music!
John Babin is an award winning world Touring live musician, recording artist, songwriter, singer, guitarist, and multi-instrumentalist.

Bend & Brew Yoga
Sometimes you need yoga. Sometimes you need a beer. Sometimes you need both! Join Trillium Yoga instructor and Beer Bazaar beertender Kristin for our monthly ALL LEVEL flow class at Beer Bazaar! Drink before, during or after. Your choice. $20 includes 1 hour session with a $1 off any 5oz pour, $2 off any 10oz pour, and 10% OFF ALL bottles and cans to go! Bring your mat and get ready for a good time!

Vinyl Sundays @ Beer Bazaar
Beer Bazaar is hosting their weekly Vinyl Sundays with their staff spinning records for your enjoyment. Come hang with some friends while drinking a cold one. When you bring a vinyl to listen to, you’ll get a $1 off any size pour!

Grayslake Arts Alliance Writers’ Group
Find your writing community. Share your work in progress with a supportive group of local writers. All genres and levels of experience are welcome to attend.

Search & Share Genealogy
Search and Share Genealogy takes place on the first Wednesday of every month. Share your genealogy triumphs and stumbling blocks with the Grayslake Historical Society. This discussion group is for all levels of experience in doing family history research. The research can be on a local or international level.
Free and open to all levels of family history seekers.

Summer Farmers Market
Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3 pm - 7 pm (June 4th - September 24th).
Enjoy an outdoor shopping experience in the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center that offers farm fresh and prepared foods, arts and crafts, music, children’s activities and more!

Wine Tasting at Sienna Lifestyle
Sip, savor, and take home a little piece of the night!
Join Sienna Lifestyle for an unforgettable evening of wine tasting featuring hand-selected wines from around the world, perfectly paired with a beautifully curated artisan charcuterie board. Whether you’re a wine connoisseur or just there for the vibes, this is your moment to swirl, sip, and indulge.
And the best part? You’ll leave with your very own custom engraved Sienna wine glass a keepsake to remember the night!
Click “View Event” to learn more!

Exchange Club of Grayslake Pancake Breakfast
Save the date and join the Exchange Club of Grayslake for their 40th Annual Pancake Breakfast! Serving up all-you-can-eat hot and tasty pancakes, sausage, toppings, and beverages, they will also have raffles and more.
More details to follow.

Save the Date: 4th Annual Cruisin' on Center Grayslake Car Show
The Rotary Club of Grayslake and the Grayslake Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 299 are hosting the 4th Annual Cruisin’ on Center Grayslake Car Show. This free event will feature hundreds of cars, live music, and more! Stay tuned for more details!
This event is a 501c3 fundraiser for college scholarships, local food pantries, Shop with a Cop, worldwide Polio prevention, and more.
*Rain date is Saturday, September 13th.

Lights, Camera, Candles - "Ferris Bueller’s Day Off" Candle-Making and Movie Night!
Join Romney Brown Candle Co. in downtown Grayslake for a nostalgic, laugh-out-loud night of candle-making and Ferris Bueller’s Day Off — a rule-breaking classic that pairs perfectly with pizza and wax on Saturday, September 6th!
Click “View Event” for all the details!

Vinyl Sundays @ Beer Bazaar
Beer Bazaar is hosting their weekly Vinyl Sundays with their staff spinning records for your enjoyment. Come hang with some friends while drinking a cold one. When you bring a vinyl to listen to, you’ll get a $1 off any size pour!

Summer Farmers Market
Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3 pm - 7 pm (June 4th - September 24th).
Enjoy an outdoor shopping experience in the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center that offers farm fresh and prepared foods, arts and crafts, music, children’s activities and more!

15-Page Book Club
Join Beer Bazaar’s very own 15-Page Book Club, every second Thursday of the month from 7 pm - 9 pm. All genres welcome, come chat with fellow readers about your current literary adventures. After a book is shared, reflect on if the first 15 pages are indicative of the rest of the book. Also, feel free to bring a book you’ve enjoyed and are willing to add to the 15-Page Book Club’s Community Library at the store!

Live Music: Chapin Jazz X-tet @ 129 Center Cut
Join the Chapin Jazz X-tet for jazz night at 129 Center Cut on Friday, September 12th from 6 - 9 pm. Help celebrate a bit more of summer with swing, Latin, blues, funk and original jazz tunes.
Bill Chapin on keys, Brian Jacobi on trombone, Paul Nielsen on bass, and Jim Richardson on drums.
Reserve a table at opentable.com or 847-986-6872.

16th Annual Bourbon & Beer Festival
Join The Vine Martini & Wine Bar for their 16th Annual Bourbon & Beer Festival!
Be part of a fun night of Beer, Bourbon, Cigars, Live Music, Food & More...
Tickets are on sale now! Visit https://www.bnbfest.com/.

Vinyl Sundays @ Beer Bazaar
Beer Bazaar is hosting their weekly Vinyl Sundays with their staff spinning records for your enjoyment. Come hang with some friends while drinking a cold one. When you bring a vinyl to listen to, you’ll get a $1 off any size pour!

Lake County Folk Club Open Stage
Join the Lake County Folk Club for Open Stage. Sign up begins at 6 pm and music starts at 6:30 pm.
Anyone who would like to perform is encouraged to do so. Non-performing listeners are always encouraged, and will be pleasantly surprised with the diverse musical styles represented.
The first 12 performers get to do two songs (no more than ten minutes total). After the 1st 12, they will fit in as many one-song performers as time allows. Things get wrapped up at 8:30. Suggested donation is $3.

Grayslake Arts Alliance Writers’ Group
Find your writing community. Share your work in progress with a supportive group of local writers. All genres and levels of experience are welcome to attend.

Summer Farmers Market
Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3 pm - 7 pm (June 4th - September 24th).
Enjoy an outdoor shopping experience in the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center that offers farm fresh and prepared foods, arts and crafts, music, children’s activities and more!

Charcuterie Class @ Sienna Lifestyle with My Charcuterie
Join Sienna Lifestyle and My CharcCUTErie for a fun evening where you can learn the art of building a beautiful board full of delicious meats, cheese and more! And enjoy wine and champagne while you create! Reserve your spot today by clicking here!

Grayslake Feed Sales 85th Anniversary Celebration
Join Grayslake Feed Sales on Saturday, September 20th from 2 - 6 pm to celebrate 85 years in business!
They really appreciate all of the support given over the years! In thanks and celebration, they will have lots of family friendly fun in honor of their Grandpa Leo and years of hard work.
The day will include:
Beer Tent
Kids Craft Table
Petting Zoo
Face Painting
Balloon Art

Lights, Camera, Candles - "Back to the Future" Candle-Making and Movie Night!
Great Scott! Fire up the DeLorean and head to Romney Brown Candle Co. in downtown Grayslake for a totally tubular Back to the Future Candle-Making Movie Night. It’s a retro ride through time — with wax, snacks, and one of the best cult classics ever made.
Click “View Event” for all the details!

Movie in the Park: Toy Story 4
Join the Grayslake Park District on September 20th for Toy Story 4! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and get ready for a fun movie in the park beginning at dusk (approximately 7 pm).
This event is FREE and no registration is required. In the event of bad weather, please call the Grayslake Park District weather-line at 847-223-7246 for updates.

Vinyl Sundays @ Beer Bazaar
Beer Bazaar is hosting their weekly Vinyl Sundays with their staff spinning records for your enjoyment. Come hang with some friends while drinking a cold one. When you bring a vinyl to listen to, you’ll get a $1 off any size pour!

Summer Farmers Market
Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3 pm - 7 pm (June 4th - September 24th).
Enjoy an outdoor shopping experience in the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center that offers farm fresh and prepared foods, arts and crafts, music, children’s activities and more!

Grayslake Arts Alliance Book Binding Workshop
Join members of the Grayslake Arts Alliance for a Book Binding Workshop on Wednesday, September 24th at the Grayslake Area Public Library in meeting room B.
You will learn book binding techniques from members of the Grayslake Arts Alliance who will be on hand to assist you in binding your own book. The cost is $25.00 and all supplies will be provided. This workshop is open to all ages but children 12 years of age and under will require supervision from a parent or adult guardian. Please register in advance at GrayslakeArtsAlliance.org

Paint Your Pet at Sienna Lifestyle
Join SIP Parties at Sienna Lifestyle to paint your own pet! Learn painting techniques from professional working artist and entertainer, Cliff Harman, as you SIP some wine with family and friends. Hurry, space is limited!
Click “View Event “ to learn more!

Lights, Camera, Candles - "Jennifer’s Body" Candle-Making and Movie Night!
You’re not just hungry, you’re hungry for vengeance and vanilla spice. Join Romney Brown Candle Co. for the ultimate goth-girl-meets-glitter night: a Jennifer’s Body movie screening with full candle-making, pizza, and big “hell is a teenage girl” energy.
Click “View Event” for all the details!

Live Music: Me With You @ The Vine
Check out live music featuring Stu the Piano Guy on piano and Scott Beardsley on drums. Two super fun musicians serving up a variety of songs!

Bend & Brew Yoga
Sometimes you need yoga. Sometimes you need a beer. Sometimes you need both! Join Trillium Yoga instructor and Beer Bazaar beertender Kristin for our monthly ALL LEVEL flow class at Beer Bazaar! Drink before, during or after. Your choice. $20 includes 1 hour session with a $1 off any 5oz pour, $2 off any 10oz pour, and 10% OFF ALL bottles and cans to go! Bring your mat and get ready for a good time!

Pilates & Prosecco + Acai Bowls
Sienna Lifestyle is partnering with Club Pilates Gurnee and Teeko’s Bowls for Pilates & Prosecco + Acai Bowls! This event features a Pilates class, followed by prosecco and an acai bowl!
Learn more and purchase your tickets here!

Vinyl Sundays @ Beer Bazaar
Beer Bazaar is hosting their weekly Vinyl Sundays with their staff spinning records for your enjoyment. Come hang with some friends while drinking a cold one. When you bring a vinyl to listen to, you’ll get a $1 off any size pour!

Song Circle at The Lake County Folk Club
The Lake County Folk Club will host their monthly Song Circle beginning at 6:30 pm.
Come out to play or just listen. Members and non-members are always welcome. One of their friendly hosts will keep the ball rolling.
This is a casual, no pressure opportunity to kick back, play some music and meet others. The participants form a circle, and each one in turn can choose to play a song or politely pass. It’s a chance to lead songs or to join in with others. They keep moving around the circle until it’s time to call it a night.

Search & Share Genealogy
Search and Share Genealogy takes place on the first Wednesday of every month. Share your genealogy triumphs and stumbling blocks with the Grayslake Historical Society. This discussion group is for all levels of experience in doing family history research. The research can be on a local or international level.
Free and open to all levels of family history seekers.

Candles & Cannolis - Fall Edition
Romney Brown Candle Company is back with another sweet + cozy night that smells and tastes like fall.
Join Romney Brown for Candles + Cannolis, a special collaboration event with their friends at Tony Cannoli!s. This sweet collaboration takes place at their shop (170 Center Street, Suite 1) and offers guests a hands-on candle-pouring experience followed by an interactive cannoli-filling demo with fresh creams and toppings.
Each $40 ticket includes all materials to create one custom candle and fill three cannolis, plus a takeaway pastry box. This is a fun and delicious way to support two local small businesses while trying something new in Lake County.
Tickets are only available through their website and are final sale. Space is limited.

6th Annual Trunk Sale & Merchant Market
Get ready for the 6th Annual Trunk Sale and Merchant Market brought to you by Closet Traders!
Celebrate a day filled with vintage treasures, handmade finds, delicious food, live music, and community.
Bring your friends, shop sustainably, and uncover something uniquely you at this fun fall event in the Grayslake Village Center.
Interested in being a vendor? Email Closet Traders at consign@closettradersresale.com.
Click "View Event" to see more details!

Lights, Camera, Candles - "Hocus Pocus 2" Candle-Making and Movie Night!
Come little candle-lovers, we’ll take thee away… to a cozy fall night of magic, mischief, and Hocus Pocus 2! Join Romney Brown Candle Co. in downtown Grayslake for a wickedly fun evening of candle-making and Sanderson sister shenanigans.
Click “View Event” for all the details!

Grayslake Arts Alliance Writers’ Group
Find your writing community. Share your work in progress with a supportive group of local writers. All genres and levels of experience are welcome to attend.

15-Page Book Club
Join Beer Bazaar’s very own 15-Page Book Club, every second Thursday of the month from 7 pm - 9 pm. All genres welcome, come chat with fellow readers about your current literary adventures. After a book is shared, reflect on if the first 15 pages are indicative of the rest of the book. Also, feel free to bring a book you’ve enjoyed and are willing to add to the 15-Page Book Club’s Community Library at the store!

Lights, Camera, Candles - "Scary Movie" Candle-Making and Movie Night!
What’s your favorite scary movie? Romney Brown’s is the one that’s completely unhinged and still somehow iconic. Join Romney Brown Candle Co. for a hilarious and horrifying night of candle-making and Scary Movie — the 2000s spoof that’s as chaotic as pouring wax with no apron.
Click “View Event” for all the details!

Save the Date: Sips & Sweets Sparkling Wine & Chocolate Walk
Join the Grayslake Village Center & Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce for the 2nd Annual Sips & Sweets Sparkling Wine & Chocolate Walk! Make this year’s Sweetest Day so much sweeter!
Stroll through the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center and visit participating businesses. At each stop, be met with delicious sparkling wines and sweet treats throughout. Gather your friends, or a date, and make a fun afternoon of it!

Lights, Camera, Candles - "Practical Magic" Candle-Making and Movie Night!
There’s a little witch in all of us — and tonight, she’s pouring candles. Join Romney Brown Candle Co. for a spellbinding evening of custom candle-making, comfort pizza, and a cozy screening of Practical Magic, the ultimate fall girl ritual.
Click “View Event” for all the details!

Grayslake Arts Alliance Writers’ Group
Find your writing community. Share your work in progress with a supportive group of local writers. All genres and levels of experience are welcome to attend.

Grayslake Arts Alliance Writers’ Group
Share a portion of your work-in-progress with other writers. All levels of experience are welcome. Come visit and see what we're all about.

Save the Date: Downtown Business Trick or Treat
Join the Grayslake Chamber of Commerce for their annual Business Trick or Treat on the streets of Historic Downtown Grayslake! Local businesses will be passing out candy to trick-or-treaters. Wear your costumes and enjoy FREE family fun!

Lights, Camera, Candles - "Halloween (2018)" Candle-Making and Movie Night!
Michael Myers is back — thirty‑nine years later — and we’re bringing the scares, the crafting, and the candlelight. Join us at Romney Brown Candle Co. in downtown Grayslake for our Halloween movie night: pour your own candle, snack on pizza, and witness the showdown between Laurie Strode and The Shape.
Click “View Event” for all the details!

Bend & Brew Yoga
Sometimes you need yoga. Sometimes you need a beer. Sometimes you need both! Join Trillium Yoga instructor and Beer Bazaar beertender Kristin for our monthly ALL LEVEL flow class at Beer Bazaar! Drink before, during or after. Your choice. $20 includes 1 hour session with a $1 off any 5oz pour, $2 off any 10oz pour, and 10% OFF ALL bottles and cans to go! Bring your mat and get ready for a good time!

Grayslake Arts Alliance Writers’ Group
Find your writing community. Share your work in progress with a supportive group of local writers. All genres and levels of experience are welcome to attend.

Search & Share Genealogy
Search and Share Genealogy takes place on the first Wednesday of every month. Share your genealogy triumphs and stumbling blocks with the Grayslake Historical Society. This discussion group is for all levels of experience in doing family history research. The research can be on a local or international level.
Free and open to all levels of family history seekers.

15-Page Book Club
Join Beer Bazaar’s very own 15-Page Book Club, every second Thursday of the month from 7 pm - 9 pm. All genres welcome, come chat with fellow readers about your current literary adventures. After a book is shared, reflect on if the first 15 pages are indicative of the rest of the book. Also, feel free to bring a book you’ve enjoyed and are willing to add to the 15-Page Book Club’s Community Library at the store!

Grayslake Arts Alliance Writers’ Group
Find your writing community. Share your work in progress with a supportive group of local writers. All genres and levels of experience are welcome to attend.

Live Music: Me With You @ The Vine
Check out live music featuring Stu the Piano Guy on piano and Scott Beardsley on drums. Two super fun musicians serving up a variety of songs!

Bend & Brew Yoga
Sometimes you need yoga. Sometimes you need a beer. Sometimes you need both! Join Trillium Yoga instructor and Beer Bazaar beertender Kristin for our monthly ALL LEVEL flow class at Beer Bazaar! Drink before, during or after. Your choice. $20 includes 1 hour session with a $1 off any 5oz pour, $2 off any 10oz pour, and 10% OFF ALL bottles and cans to go! Bring your mat and get ready for a good time!

Save the Date: Festival of Lights & Holiday Market
Join the Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce for the annual Festival of Lights & Holiday Market! Enjoy the family fun that kicks off the holiday season on the day after Thanksgiving! See the lights and experience all the great event offerings!
More information to follow!

Search & Share Genealogy
Search and Share Genealogy takes place on the first Wednesday of every month. Share your genealogy triumphs and stumbling blocks with the Grayslake Historical Society. This discussion group is for all levels of experience in doing family history research. The research can be on a local or international level.
Free and open to all levels of family history seekers.

15-Page Book Club
Join Beer Bazaar’s very own 15-Page Book Club, every second Thursday of the month from 7 pm - 9 pm. All genres welcome, come chat with fellow readers about your current literary adventures. After a book is shared, reflect on if the first 15 pages are indicative of the rest of the book. Also, feel free to bring a book you’ve enjoyed and are willing to add to the 15-Page Book Club’s Community Library at the store!

Live Music: Me With You @ The Vine
Check out live music featuring Stu the Piano Guy on piano and Scott Beardsley on drums. Two super fun musicians serving up a variety of songs!

Bend & Brew Yoga
Sometimes you need yoga. Sometimes you need a beer. Sometimes you need both! Join Trillium Yoga instructor and Beer Bazaar beertender Kristin for our monthly ALL LEVEL flow class at Beer Bazaar! Drink before, during or after. Your choice. $20 includes 1 hour session with a $1 off any 5oz pour, $2 off any 10oz pour, and 10% OFF ALL bottles and cans to go! Bring your mat and get ready for a good time!

BINGO @ Emil's Tavern on Center
Looking for some weeknight fun? Come out to Emil's Tavern on Center for BINGO on Tuesday nights beginning at 8 pm! Enjoy food, drinks and BINGO games!

Tuesday Trivia @ Beer Bazaar
This week’s trivia at Beer Bazaar is General Topics. Questions range from music, sports, movies, riddles, and more. Free to play, prizes to win! All teams who play all six rounds get 10% off their draft pours during trivia. As always, trivia at Beer Bazaar is free to play!

Silent Book Club - Grayslake
Join Yhana Boba Cafe for Silent Book Club Grayslake!
What is Silent Book Club you ask? It’s a meetup happy hour of quiet reading with book-minded pals sandwiched between opportunities to chat with others about what you’re reading/listening to, all while supporting a local business.

Concerts in the Park
The Grayslake Park District is hosting their free Concerts in the Parks again this summer at the Central Park Performance Pavilion.
Come out and enjoy a summer evening with family, friends, and community!

Lake County Folk Club Open Stage
Join the Lake County Folk Club for Open Stage. Sign up begins at 6 pm and music starts at 6:30 pm.
Anyone who would like to perform is encouraged to do so. Non-performing listeners are always encouraged, and will be pleasantly surprised with the diverse musical styles represented.
The first 12 performers get to do two songs (no more than ten minutes total). After the 1st 12, they will fit in as many one-song performers as time allows. Things get wrapped up at 8:30. Suggested donation is $3.

Local Author Kickstarter Party: The Chimera Snare: Reflections by S&E Black
Join Beer Bazaar for a special “Kickstarter Party” for the anticipated release of the sequel in a dark fantasy series by local Grayslake Arts Alliance authors.
Shannon and Edward will be hanging out to spread the word about their ongoing Kickstarter campaign for their upcoming book, “The Chimera Snare: Reflections”, talk about their writing journey, and chat with excited readers.
Naturally, there will be a plethora of brews on tap, a charcuterie arrangement open to all guests, and a selection of tunes on the turntable featuring some music that carry some “Chimera Snare” vibes to fill the atmosphere.
Click “View Event” to learn more!
A portion of sales between 3 pm-6 pm will be pledged to the Kickstarter campaign! Also, if you bring a vinyl record of your own to play, you get a dollar off a draft pour! Come join us for a fun afternoon of literary goodness, food, beer, and music!

Vinyl Sundays @ Beer Bazaar
Beer Bazaar is hosting their weekly Vinyl Sundays with their staff spinning records for your enjoyment. Come hang with some friends while drinking a cold one. When you bring a vinyl to listen to, you’ll get a $1 off any size pour!

Live Music: Stu the Piano Guy @ The Vine
Stu and Piano Guy returns to The Vine Martini & Wine bar Saturday, August 9th for a fun night with Stu on the piano playing all your favorite songs! Get your requests ready and come for a fun night of music and sing-alongs!

Live Music: John Babin
Come by Emil’s Tavern on Center for a night of live music featuring John Babin who will be playing a wide variety of songs you know!
Grab some food and stay for music!
John Babin is an award winning world Touring live musician, recording artist, songwriter, singer, guitarist, and multi-instrumentalist.

Movies Off Center: “E.T.”
It’s time for another Movies Off Center feature film!
Bring your family and friends to Centennial Plaza, corner of Center & Whitney, along with a chair, and get ready to watch “ET” under the starts.
Grab some dinner from your favorite Grayslake restaurants, and enjoy this classic family movie which begins at dusk.

Live Music: Chapin Jazz X-tet @ 129 Center Cut
Join the Chapin Jazz X-tet for jazz night at 129 Center Cut on Friday, August 8th from 6 - 9 pm. Enjoy a sizzling steak along with a mix of Latin, swing, funk, contemporary and original jazz tunes.
Bill Chapin on keys, Dave Ness on guitar, Paul Nielsen on bass, and Jim Richardson on drums.
Reserve a table at opentable.com or 847-986-6872.

Behind the Marvel Ink with Jerry DeCaire
Meet Marvel comic book artist Jerry DeCaire for a live drawing demo that reveals the fascinating connections between math and art. Watch creativity and geometry come to life right before your eyes!
Click 'View Event” for more details and to register.

Global Gourmet: Japan
Konnichiwa, young explorers! Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Japan through fun facts, tasty food, and hands-on activities—plus, make a delicious Japanese recipe to enjoy!
Click “View Event” to learn more!

Karaoke Night
Come out for a night of Karaoke at Charlie’s! Bring your energy, favorite song, and your crew for a night of music and fun!
It takes place every Thursday from 9 pm - 12:30 am!

Thursday Trivia @ 129 Center Cut
Come by 129 Center Cut for Trivia Nights on Thursdays in their bar area! Get in on trivia that's free to play, with prizes to win. While you're there, enjoy delicious food and drink specials!

Featured Artist Meet & Greet: Kirsten Tillich
Come out for an artsy evening with Grayslake Arts Alliance member Kirsten Tillich for her Featured Artist Meet & Greet at Beer Bazaar Bottle Shop & Taproom!
View Kirsten's vibrant works of art on display and available for sale and chat with the artist herself. There is a story behind each of her bold art pieces!
Kirsten's Meet & Greet also coincides with Beer Bazaar's weekly Game Night event with a twist. The featured games will be art related. Grab some friends (or make some new ones) over a game of Broken & Beautiful, Azul, Patchwork and more!
Click “View Event” to learn more!

Game Night @ Beer Bazaar
Between June and August, join Beer Bazaar on the FIRST THURSDAY of every month for a night of tabletop games! Stop by anytime between 5 - 9 pm and learn how to play a new game from a local game expert. Feel free to also bring a game, bring a friend, and/or make a new friend. Enjoy a fresh tasty drink on tap, or choose anything on the retail side to drink while playing (including non-alcoholic drinks and craft sodas).

Silent Book Club - Grayslake
Join Beer Bazaar for Silent Book Club Grayslake!
What is Silent Book Club you ask? It’s a meetup happy hour of quiet reading with book-minded pals sandwiched between opportunities to chat with others about what you’re reading/listening to, all while supporting a local business.
When you arrive, you’ll pick a spot in the store, grab a drink/snack, and get cozy. There will be opportunities to chat with others before and after the quiet reading happy hour (if you're up for people-ing).

Live Music: Retrojet
Come by Emil’s Tavern on Center for a night of live music featuring Retrojet!
Grab some food and stay for music!
RETROJET is a cover band playing iconic rock classics, the power pop hits, and the one hit wonders from the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s and 2000s.

Farmers Market Tasting: Glunz Wines
Swing by beautiful Grayslake and peruse one of the best Farmers Markets in Lake County. When you are done, explore the world of wine with a free tasting event hosted by Glunz Wines at Beer Bazaar’s taproom! Discover new favorites and expand your wine knowledge. Stop by and find your next favorite bottle!

Summer Farmers Market
Visit the Grayslake Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 3 pm - 7 pm (June 4th - September 24th).
Enjoy an outdoor shopping experience in the historic downtown Grayslake Village Center that offers farm fresh and prepared foods, arts and crafts, music, children’s activities and more!

Search & Share Genealogy
Search and Share Genealogy takes place on the first Wednesday of every month. Share your genealogy triumphs and stumbling blocks with the Grayslake Historical Society. This discussion group is for all levels of experience in doing family history research. The research can be on a local or international level.
Free and open to all levels of family history seekers.

BINGO @ Emil's Tavern on Center
Looking for some weeknight fun? Come out to Emil's Tavern on Center for BINGO on Tuesday nights beginning at 8 pm! Enjoy food, drinks and BINGO games!

Outdoor Concert: Mr. Myers Band
Back by popular demand, Mr. Myers Band is bringing the Caribbean Rock to Grayslake. Grab dinner and take your chair to Centennial Plaza, corner of Center & Whitney Streets, or just dance to the Calypso music.
This event is brought to you by the Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum.

Grayslake Arts Alliance Writers’ Group
Find your writing community. Share your work in progress with a supportive group of local writers. All genres and levels of experience are welcome to attend.

Tuesday Trivia @ Beer Bazaar
This week’s trivia at Beer Bazaar is General Topics. Questions range from music, sports, movies, riddles, and more. Free to play, prizes to win! All teams who play all six rounds get 10% off their draft pours during trivia. As always, trivia at Beer Bazaar is free to play!

National Night Out
Join the Grayslake Park District and the Village of Grayslake Police Department for their first-ever National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5th in Central Park. Tour police vehicles, meet comfort dog Jake, play fun games, watch drone demonstrations, and more! National Child ID Program kits will be available while supplies last.
In the event of bad weather, please call the Grayslake Park District weather line at (847) 223-7246.
FREE and no registration required.

Vinyl Sundays @ Beer Bazaar
Beer Bazaar is hosting their weekly Vinyl Sundays with their staff spinning records for your enjoyment. Come hang with some friends while drinking a cold one. When you bring a vinyl to listen to, you’ll get a $1 off any size pour!

"Pack the Jeep" Food Drive
A local Grayslake student is hosting a “Pack the Jeep” event on Sunday, August 3rd from 10 am – 12 pm in Gelatin Park. All donations will benefit Avon Cares Food Pantry which provides essential food and supplies to local families in need. Your generosity will help make a difference!
Please consider donating non-perishable food items. Every donation, big or small, helps feed our neighbors.

DIY Mini Zen Garden
Create a peaceful, tabletop Zen garden with rocks, gravel, and sand. Families will receive supplies and an instructional video to inspire their designs. Supplies are limited!