Grayslake Library Blog

Happy spring! April showers bring May flowers–and vegetables, too! Whether you’re planting a beautiful bouquet or yummy veggies to eat, we are your one-stop-shop for resources when it comes to gardening. Looking to grow vegetables? We’ve got you covered, with books like Grow More Food or The Beginner’s Guide to Growing Great Vegetables . Want to know how animals and insects can be your allies? Check out Garden Allies .  Need to know what to plant when? Find titles on year-round gardening to help you pick timely seeds. Want to find out what grows locally? Look up books on Midwest gardening or, more specifically, what to sow in Illinois . We also have for you a number of magazines, from Better Homes and Gardens to Taunton’s Fine Gardening . If you have a Grayslake Library card, you also have access to our emagazines on Flipster , or books on gardening through Hoopla . There are a couple of organizations in and around Grayslake that are dedicated to gardening and harvesting. Check...

February is here, and with it comes Valentine’s Day. Whether you plan on spending this day with a significant other, hanging out with a group of best friends, or just taking the day to treat yourself right, V-Day is a perfect opportunity to give a heartfelt gift. And if you’re shopping on a budget, or if you’re looking for an excuse to stretch your creative muscles, the Grayslake Library is here to help! We have plenty of resources available to you to help get that handmade gift project off the ground. Creativebug Creativebug is an educational resource available to Grayslake Library cardholders that hosts over a thousand step-by-step tutorial videos and courses on all things crafty. From sewing projects to candy making, embroidery to watercolor painting, there’s something for every creative soul. The videos are all presented by talented and well-spoken experts, making for an easy and enjoyable watching experience. While Creativebug does have a couple of Valentine’s Day-specific tutori...