Independence Day Closing

The Library will be closed on Thursday, July 3 at 5:00 p.m. to accommodate fireworks show parking demands. The Library will remain closed through Friday, July 4 for Independence Day. We will reopen on Saturday, July 5th at 9:00 a.m. 

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Sunny Summer Stories

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Back Lawn at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Family

Recommended for ages 3-8 with parent/caregiver

Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and more! Storytimes will be held outside, weather permitting.

Please dress for outdoor play. 

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Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Back Lawn
Age Group: Kids, Family
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Recommended for ages 3-8 with parent/caregiver

Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and more! Storytimes will be held outside, weather permitting.

Please dress for outdoor play. 

Kid City Cruise Night

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Kid City at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Kids, Family

Preschool – Grade 6 | REGISTER

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Room: Kid City
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Special Event
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Preschool – Grade 6 | REGISTER

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Bird Watching at Lake County Forest Preserves

Sunday, July 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Offsite Events at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature
Age Group:
Adults, Family

Join us for an educational stroll through the woods to learn about the local bird population from the experts at Red Hill Birding. 

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Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Offsite Events
Age Group: Adults, Family
Program Type: Science & Nature
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Join us for an educational stroll through the woods to learn about the local bird population from the experts at Red Hill Birding. 

Storytime in the Park

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Offsite Events at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Family

Presented in partnership with the Wauconda Park District.

 

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Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Offsite Events
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Storytime
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Presented in partnership with the Wauconda Park District.

 

Noche de Carnaval

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Back Lawn at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Español
Age Group:
Family

Para toda la familia | Presentado en español

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Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Back Lawn
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Español
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Para toda la familia | Presentado en español

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Food Allergies

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

Storytime in the Park

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Offsite Events at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Family

Presented in partnership with the Wauconda Park District.

 

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Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Offsite Events
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Storytime
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Presented in partnership with the Wauconda Park District.

 

Patchouli and Terra Guitarra Concert

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Back Lawn at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults, Family

Patchouli & Terra Guitarra is the #1 Charting International Guitar duo of master guitarist Bruce Hecksel and singer-songwriter, guitarist Julie Patchouli.

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Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Back Lawn
Age Group: Adults, Family
Program Type: Art, Movies & Entertainment
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Patchouli & Terra Guitarra is the #1 Charting International Guitar duo of master guitarist Bruce Hecksel and singer-songwriter, guitarist Julie Patchouli.

Istvan and His Imaginary Band

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Family

Jam out with Istvan and His Imaginary Band. His cool, creatively crafted songs, and interactive show will have you on your feet dancing and singing along. 

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

Jam out with Istvan and His Imaginary Band. His cool, creatively crafted songs, and interactive show will have you on your feet dancing and singing along. 

Storytime in the Park

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Offsite Events at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Family

Presented in partnership with the Wauconda Park District.

 

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Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Offsite Events
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Storytime
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Presented in partnership with the Wauconda Park District.

 

Storytime in the Park

Monday, August 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Offsite Events at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Family

Presented in partnership with the Wauconda Park District.

 

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Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Offsite Events
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Storytime
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Presented in partnership with the Wauconda Park District.

 

All Creatures Great and Small with Randall Oaks Farm

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Family

Learn about animals great and small with Randall Oaks Zoo Animal Ambassadors.

Meet a friendly opossum, feisty ferret, hissing Madagascan cockroach, and other creatures from nature.

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Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about animals great and small with Randall Oaks Zoo Animal Ambassadors.

Meet a friendly opossum, feisty ferret, hissing Madagascan cockroach, and other creatures from nature.

All Creatures Great and Small with Randall Oaks Farm

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Family

Learn about animals great and small with Randall Oaks Zoo Animal Ambassadors.

Meet a friendly opossum, feisty ferret, hissing Madagascan cockroach, and other creatures from nature.

Open
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about animals great and small with Randall Oaks Zoo Animal Ambassadors.

Meet a friendly opossum, feisty ferret, hissing Madagascan cockroach, and other creatures from nature.

Mobile Passport Event

Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:30pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Family

If you need to renew or obtain a new passport, the Lake County Circuit Court Clerk's staff will be on hand to assist you.   Please be sure to review what documents are needed and what you can do to prepare ahead of your visit here at the

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

If you need to renew or obtain a new passport, the Lake County Circuit Court Clerk's staff will be on hand to assist you.   Please be sure to review what documents are needed and what you can do to prepare ahead of your visit here at the

Summer Concerts at Phil's Beach

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Offsite Events at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Entertainment, Special Event
Age Group:
Family

We are thrilled to partner with the Wauconda Park District to bring you a series of free Outdoor Summer Concerts!

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Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Offsite Events
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Art, Movies & Entertainment, Special Event
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We are thrilled to partner with the Wauconda Park District to bring you a series of free Outdoor Summer Concerts!

Summer Storywalk

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Offsite Events at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family

Summer Storywalk 

Come out and enjoy a self-guided story walk and activity at our local Lakewood Forest Preserve. 

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Register Now
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Offsite Events
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Summer Storywalk 

Come out and enjoy a self-guided story walk and activity at our local Lakewood Forest Preserve. 

Lotería de Regreso a la Escuela

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Español
Age Group:
Family

Presentado en español.

Para toda la familia

¡Juguemos lotería! Regalaremos premios y nos divertiremos mucho en la biblioteca. Trae a toda la familia, amigos e incluso a los vecinos.

 

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Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Español
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Presentado en español.

Para toda la familia

¡Juguemos lotería! Regalaremos premios y nos divertiremos mucho en la biblioteca. Trae a toda la familia, amigos e incluso a los vecinos.