Harry Potter Extravaganza: Lake County, Illinois Libraries Celebrate with Harry Potter Parties

With Harry Potter mania sweeping the nation once again this summer, it's no wonder why kids and adults alike are getting into the craze. One way to celebrate the magic if you're in Lake County, Illinois this month is through Lake County's public libraries. These "Potter Parties" are a great way to get together with other Harry Potter fans and get into crafts, readings, games, movies, and all the other great Harry Potter mania. What's also good is that most of the activities are free, so joining in on the fun won't break open your wallet.

A Birthday Card for Harry Potter's Birthday on July 31st

The Highland Park Library in Highland Park, Illinois has created a huge birthday card for the boy wizard himself. The card will be posted in the youth department at the library for a total of 10 days, starting July 21st and ending July 31st, just in time for Harry's birthday. If you're in the area, stop by. Kids in kindergarten through eighth grade are more than welcome to sign the card with their name or even write a small message wishing Harry Potter a happy birthday. For more information, call the Highland Park Library at (847) 432-0216.

Hogwarts Final Exams, Potions Classes, and Quidditch Matches

If you're in the area, stop by Cook Park Library in Libertyville, Illinois. This library vows to have some of the best Harry Potter activities. Like the title states, there will be quizzes, or "final exams," on the book, a potions classes, and some fun and exciting quidditch matches. These events are open for all readers starting on July 26th at 2 p.m. Get more information about Cook Park Library's event by calling (847) 362-2330.

The Ultimate Harry Potter Trivia for Older Kids

At the Fremont Public Library in Mundelein, Illinois, kids in grades seven through twelve can join in on a huge Harry Potter trivia quest. Kids can also predict whats going to happen in the book and have their ideas posted in the youth department of the library. This event is set to start at 4 p.m. on July 20th. The number to call for more information on the event is (847) 918-3218.

Harry Potter Birthday Party

Zion-Benton Public Library in Zion, Illinois will be throwing a bash for Harry Potter's birthday. The festivities will begin on the boy wizard's birthday, July 31st, from 7-8 p.m. Wizard and magical treats will be served along with craft activities and a Harry Potter quiz. For this event, you must register ahead of time by calling (847) 872-4680. If you're in south-eastern Wisconsin, this is a great event since the library is close to the Illinois-Wisconsin border.

Harry Potter Trivia Contest

Check out this Harry Potter event at the Round Lake Area Public Library in Round Lake, Illinois. The trivia contest will be held all the way from July 9th to July 27th. A sheet of questions will be posted in the youth department. Questions must be returned back by July 28th. Winners will get Harry Potter prizes. The library's number is (847) 546-7064.

The Huge Harry Potter Extravaganza

If you're in or near Gurnee, Illinois, you'll want to check this one out! Warren-Newport Public Library is offering a huge Harry Potter party with tons of games, crafts, and contests. The activities will start on July 21st between 2-4 p.m. Registration is limited to Warren-Newport library cardholders, but the library promises that the events are worth getting a card. The movie "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" will be featured at the library on July 11th starting at 1 p.m. More information can be found by calling (847) 244-5150.