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Lincoln Lore & More: Exploring Central Illinois

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Culture, History & Current Events
Age Group:
Adults

Venture beyond the cornstalks that line the highway with Illinois traveler John Kokoris to explore the charming towns and beautiful scenery at the heart of our state—as well as the region's history as  Lincoln's old stomping grounds.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culture, History & Current Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Venture beyond the cornstalks that line the highway with Illinois traveler John Kokoris to explore the charming towns and beautiful scenery at the heart of our state—as well as the region's history as  Lincoln's old stomping grounds.

Mindful Writing with AI: Partnering with Technology for Reflection & Creativity

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Classroom at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Technology, Business & Finance
Age Group:
Adults

Explore how technology can become a thoughtful companion in your writing journey. This hands-on class introduces AI tools that support reflective practices like journaling, gratitude writing, and creative expression.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology, Business & Finance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore how technology can become a thoughtful companion in your writing journey. This hands-on class introduces AI tools that support reflective practices like journaling, gratitude writing, and creative expression.

English as a Second Language

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Classroom at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Español, Parenting & Education
Age Group:
Adults

Tuesdays and Thursdays | 6:30p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

January 13 - March 12

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Español, Parenting & Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tuesdays and Thursdays | 6:30p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

January 13 - March 12

English as a Second Language

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Classroom at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Español, Parenting & Education
Age Group:
Adults

Tuesdays and Thursdays | 6:30p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

January 13 - March 12

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Español, Parenting & Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tuesdays and Thursdays | 6:30p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

January 13 - March 12

Pre-Civil War Quilts: The Secret Codes to Freedom on the Underground Railroad

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Culture, History & Current Events
Age Group:
Adults

Connie Martin tells the stories passed down to her great-grandmother Lizzie of how her family survived the antebellum period through trials and tribulations, and how they used quilts that contained hidden codes and secret messages to assist abolit

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culture, History & Current Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Connie Martin tells the stories passed down to her great-grandmother Lizzie of how her family survived the antebellum period through trials and tribulations, and how they used quilts that contained hidden codes and secret messages to assist abolit

Lunch and Learn: Writing for Wellness

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Food, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

This program is for Seniors age 60+

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program is for Seniors age 60+

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Computación Básica

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Classroom at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Español, Technology, Business & Finance
Age Group:
Adults

PRESENTADO EN ESPAÑOL

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Español, Technology, Business & Finance
Registration Required
Event Details:

PRESENTADO EN ESPAÑOL

Great Decisions

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Culture, History & Current Events
Age Group:
Adults

Great Decisions is the United States' largest discussion program on world affairs. Each month, professor Gary Midkiff leads a non-partisan conversation about the most important foreign policy issues facing Americans today.

Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culture, History & Current Events
Event Details:

Great Decisions is the United States' largest discussion program on world affairs. Each month, professor Gary Midkiff leads a non-partisan conversation about the most important foreign policy issues facing Americans today.

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Beyond Fiction Book Club - The Stained Glass Window by David Levering Lewis

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

Join us to discuss this month's Beyond Fiction Book Club selection, The Stained Glass Window: A Family History as the American Story, 1790-1958 by David Levering Lewis.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to discuss this month's Beyond Fiction Book Club selection, The Stained Glass Window: A Family History as the American Story, 1790-1958 by David Levering Lewis.

English as a Second Language

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Classroom at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Español, Parenting & Education
Age Group:
Adults

Tuesdays and Thursdays | 6:30p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

January 13 - March 12

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Español, Parenting & Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tuesdays and Thursdays | 6:30p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

January 13 - March 12

English as a Second Language

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Classroom at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Español, Parenting & Education
Age Group:
Adults

Tuesdays and Thursdays | 6:30p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

January 13 - March 12

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Español, Parenting & Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tuesdays and Thursdays | 6:30p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

January 13 - March 12

Computación Básica

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Classroom at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Español, Technology, Business & Finance
Age Group:
Adults

PRESENTADO EN ESPAÑOL

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Español, Technology, Business & Finance
Registration Required
Event Details:

PRESENTADO EN ESPAÑOL

English as a Second Language

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Classroom at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Español, Parenting & Education
Age Group:
Adults

Tuesdays and Thursdays | 6:30p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

January 13 - March 12

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Español, Parenting & Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tuesdays and Thursdays | 6:30p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

January 13 - March 12

English as a Second Language

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Classroom at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Español, Parenting & Education
Age Group:
Adults

Tuesdays and Thursdays | 6:30p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

January 13 - March 12

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Español, Parenting & Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tuesdays and Thursdays | 6:30p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

January 13 - March 12

All the Books Quarterly Book Club

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

If you love to talk about books, but don't want to commit to a monthly meeting, our quarterly book club is just the place for you! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you love to talk about books, but don't want to commit to a monthly meeting, our quarterly book club is just the place for you! 

Movie Matinee- Freakier Friday (Rated-PG)

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy the movie Freakier Friday Here on the Library's big screen. Popcorn, Pretzels, and water bottles will be provided.

Movie Description

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy the movie Freakier Friday Here on the Library's big screen. Popcorn, Pretzels, and water bottles will be provided.

Movie Description

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Accessibility

The Wauconda Area Public Library District is dedicated to making sure everyone can use and enjoy our services—whether you visit us in person or connect with us online. This includes access to our collections, programs, events, meetings, and reference support.

Your feedback helps us improve. If you encounter any accessibility issues—physical, digital, or technological—please reach out and let us know.

Contact Us 

801 N. Main Street, Wauconda, IL 60084
Phone: 847.526.6225, TTY: 711

Computación Básica

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Classroom at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Español, Technology, Business & Finance
Age Group:
Adults

PRESENTADO EN ESPAÑOL

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Español, Technology, Business & Finance
Registration Required
Event Details:

PRESENTADO EN ESPAÑOL

Community Pop-Up DMV

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

The Illinois Secretary of State's mobile Driver Services unit will be at Wauconda Area Public Library on Saturday,  March 7, 2026. The event will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  

Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

The Illinois Secretary of State's mobile Driver Services unit will be at Wauconda Area Public Library on Saturday,  March 7, 2026. The event will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Wauconda Area Public Library District is dedicated to making sure everyone can use and enjoy our services—whether you visit us in person or connect with us online. This includes access to our collections, programs, events, meetings, and reference support.

Your feedback helps us improve. If you encounter any accessibility issues—physical, digital, or technological—please reach out and let us know.

Contact Us 

801 N. Main Street, Wauconda, IL 60084
Phone: 847.526.6225, TTY: 711

Only Murders in the Library Podcast Club

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

Love true crime podcast? Join us at the library for a lively discussion about your favorite podcasts and compelling cases.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Love true crime podcast? Join us at the library for a lively discussion about your favorite podcasts and compelling cases.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Wauconda Area Public Library District is dedicated to making sure everyone can use and enjoy our services—whether you visit us in person or connect with us online. This includes access to our collections, programs, events, meetings, and reference support.

Your feedback helps us improve. If you encounter any accessibility issues—physical, digital, or technological—please reach out and let us know.

Contact Us 

801 N. Main Street, Wauconda, IL 60084
Phone: 847.526.6225, TTY: 711

English as a Second Language

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Classroom at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Español, Parenting & Education
Age Group:
Adults

Tuesdays and Thursdays | 6:30p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

January 13 - March 12

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Español, Parenting & Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tuesdays and Thursdays | 6:30p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

January 13 - March 12

Farmhouse Fabric Carrot Craft Class

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Stitch a farmhouse chic fabric carrot for some springtime whimsy.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stitch a farmhouse chic fabric carrot for some springtime whimsy.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Wauconda Area Public Library District is dedicated to making sure everyone can use and enjoy our services—whether you visit us in person or connect with us online. This includes access to our collections, programs, events, meetings, and reference support.

Your feedback helps us improve. If you encounter any accessibility issues—physical, digital, or technological—please reach out and let us know.

Contact Us 

801 N. Main Street, Wauconda, IL 60084
Phone: 847.526.6225, TTY: 711

Farmhouse Fabric Carrot Craft Class

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Stitch a farmhouse chic fabric carrot for some springtime whimsy.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stitch a farmhouse chic fabric carrot for some springtime whimsy.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Wauconda Area Public Library District is dedicated to making sure everyone can use and enjoy our services—whether you visit us in person or connect with us online. This includes access to our collections, programs, events, meetings, and reference support.

Your feedback helps us improve. If you encounter any accessibility issues—physical, digital, or technological—please reach out and let us know.

Contact Us 

801 N. Main Street, Wauconda, IL 60084
Phone: 847.526.6225, TTY: 711

Novel Thoughts Book Club: Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Entertainment, Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

Join us as we discuss Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid.

Books are available at the Adult Help Desk. 

About the book: 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Entertainment, Books & Authors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we discuss Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid.

Books are available at the Adult Help Desk. 

About the book: 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Accessibility

The Wauconda Area Public Library District is dedicated to making sure everyone can use and enjoy our services—whether you visit us in person or connect with us online. This includes access to our collections, programs, events, meetings, and reference support.

Your feedback helps us improve. If you encounter any accessibility issues—physical, digital, or technological—please reach out and let us know.

Contact Us 

801 N. Main Street, Wauconda, IL 60084
Phone: 847.526.6225, TTY: 711

English as a Second Language

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Classroom at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Español, Parenting & Education
Age Group:
Adults

Tuesdays and Thursdays | 6:30p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

January 13 - March 12

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Español, Parenting & Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tuesdays and Thursdays | 6:30p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

January 13 - March 12