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Civil War Roundtable:  The Old Ball Game

Community Room of the Heritage Center 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, United States

The Roundtable will host Dave Oberg as he introduces the rules, history, cheers and jeers of 1850s baseball.  All are welcome to attend.

R. E. Olds

State Bank of the Lakes 50 Commerce Drive, Grayslake, IL, United States

Join us at State Bank of the Lakes to learn about early auto inventors, races and advertising strategies.  Presented by actor R. J. Lindsey as Oldsmobile founder R. E. Olds.

Saturday Kids:  Ice & Ice Cream

Community Room of the Heritage Center 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, United States

Bring the family to see how ice cream is made, compete in an ice (cube) harvest race, and explore the science and history of this cold and tasty treat.  Saturday Kids is a free, hands-on program series for families.

Special Hours 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, United States

Stop by the museum after the Exchange Club’s Annual Pancake Breakfast, right next door at the Grayslake Fire Station.  Explore the museum with the whole family!

Lake County Folk Club Concert

Community Room of the Heritage Center 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, United States

Enjoy a performance by the Lake County Folk Club, featuring Anne Hills with opener Jim Fine.  General Audience $18, Seniors $15, Lake County Folk Club members $13.

Dread-time Stories

Community Room of the Heritage Center 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, United States

Put on your favorite costume and join us for a bewitching hour of spooky stories and terrifying tales, as told by members of our own Grayslake Historical Society!  Donations appreciated.

Behind the Song

Community Room of the Heritage Center 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, United States

Join the museum to welcome host Chuck VanderVennet and artists Annie and Rod Capps for “Behind the Song,” presented by the Lake County Folk Club. General Audience $18, Seniors $15, Lake County Folk Club members $13.

Search and Share Genealogy Group

Museum Archives 164 Hawley St, Grayslake, IL, United States

Join the Grayslake Historical Society and local genealogists for a lively discussions on researching family history. Share your own stories or come for advice from other genealogists.

Grayslake Historical Society Program: Edwards Family

Community Room of the Heritage Center 164 Hawley Street, Grayslake, United States

Every family has a history. The Edwards family history includes an asphyxiation, a lawsuit, politics and wealth. Using images and stories, Grayslake Historical Society member Linda Willhite will share her extensive research on this intriguing local family. A farewell reception for Executive Director Dave Oberg will follow.