Grayslake Library Blog

  According to Holly, the Grayslake Library’s resident embroidery expert: “If you can hoop it, you can embroider it!” Whether by hand or machine–like with one of the embroidery machines in The Hub , your library’s very own makerspace–embroidery is an excellent way to personalize anything from bibs to sweaters, from patches to towels, and so much more. It’s the perfect way to make a special gift for someone or to customize your own items! Looking for patterns for hand embroidery? Look no further than the shelves of your library! Hoop Dreams by Cristin Morgan comes with 20 projects and templates. Embroidery for Everyone by Kelly Fletcher has over 50 patterns and is perfect for beginners. Creative Mending by Hikaru Noguchi can inspire you to add a little bit of beauty to your worn-down clothes. Check out any of these titles to get started today! Want to learn how to use the embroidery machine? It’s as easy as setting up an appointment for certification! Give us a call at 847.223.5313,

  March is Women’s History Month, and we here at the Grayslake Library are excited to observe the contributions of women to our world’s history, which, unfortunately, are often overlooked. Your Grayslake library card grants you access to a variety of titles about influential women, historical and fictional alike. Kamala’s Way by Dan Morain is an excellent insight into the life of the USA’s first female vice president. Ida B. the Queen by Michelle Duster tells the story of Ida B. Wells, civil rights activist, and journalist. The Code Breaker by Walter Isaacson details the efforts of the scientist Jennifer Doudna, who discovered ways to ward off viruses and diseases. Are digital collections more your style? Check out Kanopy’s collection of films and documentaries , curated to celebrate Women’s History Month. Want to listen to a good book? Hoopla has you covered with a collection of audiobooks with female leads . Also, this March 13th, educational entertainer Martina Mathisen will be p