Ravinia Festival’s Words & Music Program - Free Lawn Tickets!

The Crystal Lake Public Library is participating in the Ravinia Festival’s Words & Music program, which provides libraries with free lawn pass tickets to select summer concerts. This year’s program includes 11 concerts, taking place between July 19 and Sept. 3.

Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis, with a limit of one pair per household. Anyone age 18 or older with a valid CLPL card is eligible while supplies last.

Stop by the Adult Services desk to view a list of available concerts and claim your free pair of tickets. Please note: these are physical tickets and must be picked up in person; they cannot be sent by email. View a list of the concerts and available tickets. 

Free Summer Family Concerts!

All Ages with a Caregiver
All Shows 10-10:45 am
Summer fun awaits! Bring a chair or blanket to sit on.

Friday, July 10
Leonardo Music for Kids
Veteran Acres, 431 Walkup Road, Crystal Lake

Wednesday, July 29
BenAnna Band
Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Drive, Crystal Lake

Read the June/July 2026 Program Guide!

Take a look at all the exciting programs we have planned for June and July. Our Summer Reading Program starts June 1, and we have lots of summer programs scheduled for patrons of all ages. REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

Read the June/July Program Guide

CLPL Has a New Catalog

We’re excited to announce the library has launched a new catalog. BiblioCore brings a modern catalog experience designed to make searching and discovering titles easier than ever. (Our old catalog will be around for a few more months, too. We’re still working on transitioning some of our materials). Learn more about the new catalog here.