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Meal Planning & Grocery Apps Made Easy

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Classroom at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Technology, Business & Finance
Age Group:
Adults

Learn how to take the stress out of weekly meals with simple, hands-on guidance in the PC lab.

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

Learn how to take the stress out of weekly meals with simple, hands-on guidance in the PC lab.

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

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Gaming Drop In

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens

Enjoy Nintendo Switch free play with a rotating selection of games. Grades 6-12.


 

Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Enjoy Nintendo Switch free play with a rotating selection of games. Grades 6-12.


 

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Accessibility

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

English as a Second Language

Tuesday, March 31, 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.

March 24 - May 21

This class helps adults improve their English for everyday life in a welcoming and supportive environment, building confidence and encouraging community involvement.

Open
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.

March 24 - May 21

This class helps adults improve their English for everyday life in a welcoming and supportive environment, building confidence and encouraging community involvement.

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Accessibility

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Grab & Go: Solve a Cold Case

All Day
Grab & Go Craft Pickup at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Culture, History & Current Events, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults

Do you like true crime and solving puzzles? Sign up for this fun program that will let you solve your own case. All of the faux cold case information will be provided. Get ready to become a detective!

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Grab & Go Craft Pickup
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culture, History & Current Events, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you like true crime and solving puzzles? Sign up for this fun program that will let you solve your own case. All of the faux cold case information will be provided. Get ready to become a detective!

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Accessibility

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

This event is in the "Family" group

Preschool Art Fair

04/01/2026 @ 9:00am to 04/30/2026 @ 5:00pm
Kid City at Wauconda Area Public Library
Age Group:
Family

View the amazing artwork created by children who attend local preschools. 

Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Kid City
Age Group: Family
Event Details:

View the amazing artwork created by children who attend local preschools. 

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Accessibility

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

This event is in the "Kids" group

Book Buddies

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Kids

Readers looking for a new way to gain confidence and practice reading skills? Kids will partner with a volunteer buddy, enjoy a relaxed reading time and make a new friend.

 

Teens - 

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

Readers looking for a new way to gain confidence and practice reading skills? Kids will partner with a volunteer buddy, enjoy a relaxed reading time and make a new friend.

 

Teens - 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Learning Adventure / Aprendizaje Aventura

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

The early years are perfect for building a foundation for long-term learning. Children will experience the "drop off" and go to a class with their peers.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

The early years are perfect for building a foundation for long-term learning. Children will experience the "drop off" and go to a class with their peers.

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.

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

English as a Second Language

Thursday, April 2, 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.

March 24 - May 21

This class helps adults improve their English for everyday life in a welcoming and supportive environment, building confidence and encouraging community involvement.

Open
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.

March 24 - May 21

This class helps adults improve their English for everyday life in a welcoming and supportive environment, building confidence and encouraging community involvement.

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.

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

This event is in the "Kids" group

Cartooning Workshop with Mark Anderson

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Kids

Dragons, Krakens, and Unicorns, oh my! Don't miss this monstrously fun class. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dragons, Krakens, and Unicorns, oh my! Don't miss this monstrously fun class. 

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.

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Computación Básica

Saturday, April 4, 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

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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

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Take & Make Crafts - Flower Rings

All Day 4/6 - 4/12
Grab & Go Craft Pickup at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Kids

Make some blooming rings to celebrate spring. 

Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Grab & Go Craft Pickup
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make some blooming rings to celebrate spring. 

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group

Time for Twos Storytime

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers

This musical storytime is perfect for toddlers who are always on the go. Each session is filled with songs, stories, and movement.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

This musical storytime is perfect for toddlers who are always on the go. Each session is filled with songs, stories, and movement.

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Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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.

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

This event is in the "Kids" group

Artist in the Library

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Let your young creator blossom and create bright, spring-inspired masterpieces.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let your young creator blossom and create bright, spring-inspired masterpieces.

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

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group

Bounce & Books

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers

Ages 12-24 months

We'll read, dance, sing and explore rhythms in this lively and active 25-minute program.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 12-24 months

We'll read, dance, sing and explore rhythms in this lively and active 25-minute program.

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.

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

This event is in the "Family" group

Lotería Tradicional Mexicana

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Español, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Family

Lotería Tradicional Mexicana

Para toda la familia   

Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Español, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Lotería Tradicional Mexicana

Para toda la familia   

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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.

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

English as a Second Language

Tuesday, April 7, 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.

March 24 - May 21

This class helps adults improve their English for everyday life in a welcoming and supportive environment, building confidence and encouraging community involvement.

Open
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.

March 24 - May 21

This class helps adults improve their English for everyday life in a welcoming and supportive environment, building confidence and encouraging community involvement.

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

This event is in the "Kids" group

Wondertime

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

For children age 3 and their caregiver.

Each week this lively storytime features a variety of stories, songs, fingerplays, and other activities aimed at building a love of language, books, and reading! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

For children age 3 and their caregiver.

Each week this lively storytime features a variety of stories, songs, fingerplays, and other activities aimed at building a love of language, books, and reading! 

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

This event is in the "Kids" group

Book Buddies

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Kids

Readers looking for a new way to gain confidence and practice reading skills? Kids will partner with a volunteer buddy, enjoy a relaxed reading time and make a new friend.

 

Teens - 

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

Readers looking for a new way to gain confidence and practice reading skills? Kids will partner with a volunteer buddy, enjoy a relaxed reading time and make a new friend.

 

Teens - 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Novel Thoughts Book Club: Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy

Wednesday, April 8, 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 Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy.

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 Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy.

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

This event is in the "Kids" group

Learning Adventure / Aprendizaje Aventura

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

The early years are perfect for building a foundation for long-term learning. Children will experience the "drop off" and go to a class with their peers.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

The early years are perfect for building a foundation for long-term learning. Children will experience the "drop off" and go to a class with their peers.

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

This event is in the "Kids" group

Kids Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids

Journey with us as we encounter enemies, explore new lands, and solve puzzles as a team.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Journey with us as we encounter enemies, explore new lands, and solve puzzles as a team.

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

Library Foundation Meeting

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Library Foundation Meeting

The Wauconda Area Library Foundation is a 501(c)(3) that helps to raise supplemental funds to enhance and enrich the Library's programs and services.  We meet as members of the community to develop ways to support the current events and

Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Program Type: Library Foundation Meeting
Event Details:

The Wauconda Area Library Foundation is a 501(c)(3) that helps to raise supplemental funds to enhance and enrich the Library's programs and services.  We meet as members of the community to develop ways to support the current events and

This event is in the "Adults" group

English as a Second Language

Thursday, April 9, 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.

March 24 - May 21

This class helps adults improve their English for everyday life in a welcoming and supportive environment, building confidence and encouraging community involvement.

Open
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.

March 24 - May 21

This class helps adults improve their English for everyday life in a welcoming and supportive environment, building confidence and encouraging community involvement.

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mystery Book Club: Holmes, Marple & Poe by James Patterson

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

Join us at the library as we discuss Holmes, Marple & Poe by James Patterson

Books are available at the Adult Help Desk

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 at the library as we discuss Holmes, Marple & Poe by James Patterson

Books are available at the Adult Help Desk

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