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Bordados Tenango

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Español
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Anímate y ven aprender uno de los bordados más bonitos y coloridos de México, el bordado punto Tenango del estado de Hidalgo. Todos los materiales estan incluidos, solo requerim...

Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Español
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Anímate y ven aprender uno de los bordados más bonitos y coloridos de México, el bordado punto Tenango del estado de Hidalgo.

Todos los materiales estan incluidos, solo requerimos de tu presencia. ¡No te lo pierdas!

This event is in the "Family" group.

Summer Concert at Phil's Beach

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Offsite Events at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Entertainment, Special Event
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

We are thrilled to partner with the Wauconda Park District to bring you a series of free Outdoor Summer Concerts! Concessions will be available or pack a picnic, bring your chair o...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Offsite Events
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Art, Movies & Entertainment, Special Event
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Kids" group.

The Wonderful World of Spanish

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

For children age 4 - 6 ¡Hola! Want to encourage your child to learn a new language?  Come join us in the fun of learning basic Spanish. Each week features a variety of s...

Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

For children age 4 - 6

¡Hola!

Want to encourage your child to learn a new language?  Come join us in the fun of learning basic Spanish. Each week features a variety of stories, songs and activities 

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mystery Book Club: A World of Curiosities by Louise Penny

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

  Join us at the library as we discuss A World of Curiosities by Louise Penny Books are available at the Adult Help Desk Chief Inspector Armand Gamache returns i...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

 

Join us at the library as we discuss A World of Curiosities by Louise Penny

Books are available at the Adult Help Desk

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Movie Matinee- The Light Between Oceans (Rated PG-13)

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:45pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy the movie The Light Between Oceans on the Library's big screen. Popcorn, Pretzels, and water bottles will be provided. Movie Description An Australian WWI veteran and h...

Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Entertainment
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Enjoy the movie The Light Between Oceans 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Great Decisions (In-Person)

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Culture, History & Current Events
Age Group:
Adults
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 for...

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Take & Make Craft- Colors in Nature

All Day 6/17 - 6/23
Grab & Go Craft Pickup at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Stop by Kid City every week  for a new craft.  Video tutorials are always linked right to our website for step by step directions. In the month of June we will focus o...

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

Stop by Kid City every week  for a new craft.  Video tutorials are always linked right to our website for step by step directions.

In the month of June we will focus on colors in nature.

Coffee Filter Flower

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

Time for Twos

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

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

Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Intermediate Excel

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Classroom at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Technology, Business & Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Perform simple calculations with formulas and functions. Attendees should have a basic understanding of Excel.

Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology, Business & Finance
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Perform simple calculations with formulas and functions. Attendees should have a basic understanding of Excel.

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

Bounce and Books

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

Ages 12-24 months We'll read, dance, sing and explore rhythms in this lively and active 25-minute program.  

Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Ages 12-24 months

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

 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Mario Kart Tournament

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to be the ultimate Mario Kart champ? Find out by entering our tournament! Teens are invited to test out their skills in this fun, competitive event. This ...

Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to be the ultimate Mario Kart champ? Find out by entering our tournament! Teens are invited to test out their skills in this fun, competitive event.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Summer Reading Club Kick-Off Party with Miss Make-Believe

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Back Lawn at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Combining vibrant magic, handmade props, puppets, original music, and an abundance of laughter, Miss Make-Believe guarantees a smile. Other activities will include games, crafts, a...

Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Back Lawn
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 90
Event Details:

Combining vibrant magic, handmade props, puppets, original music, and an abundance of laughter, Miss Make-Believe guarantees a smile. Other activities will include games, crafts, and a cool treat.

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Sunny Summer Stories

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Back Lawn at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Family
Event Details:

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 pla...

Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Back Lawn
Age Group: Kids, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Lego Challenge: Self-Portraits

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Calling all little Lego lovers! Express your creativity and celebrate what makes you unique as you challenge yourself to create your very own Lego Self-Portrait.

Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Calling all little Lego lovers! Express your creativity and celebrate what makes you unique as you challenge yourself to create your very own Lego Self-Portrait.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Lego Challenge: Landmarks

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Challenge yourself to an iconic build with this Lego Landmark Challenge! Push your Lego engineering skills to new heights as you create your own take on a famous global landmark. ...

Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Challenge yourself to an iconic build with this Lego Landmark Challenge! Push your Lego engineering skills to new heights as you create your own take on a famous global landmark.

 

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Theater Camp

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Back Lawn at Wauconda Area Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Back Lawn
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Theater Camp - Rain Location

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Special Event
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sensory Mindfulness

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Food, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an immersion into the flow of mindfulness using all of your senses. Take a guided walk, then spend time at several stations designed to engage mindful creativity t...

Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Food, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Join us for an immersion into the flow of mindfulness using all of your senses. Take a guided walk, then spend time at several stations designed to engage mindful creativity that you can use in your daily life.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

The Wonderful World of Spanish

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

For children age 4 - 6 ¡Hola! Want to encourage your child to learn a new language?  Come join us in the fun of learning basic Spanish. Each week features a variety of s...

Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

For children age 4 - 6

¡Hola!

Want to encourage your child to learn a new language?  Come join us in the fun of learning basic Spanish. Each week features a variety of stories, songs and activities 

 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Take & Make Craft- Colors in Nature

All Day 6/24 - 6/30
Grab & Go Craft Pickup at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Stop by Kid City every week  for a new craft.  Video tutorials are always linked right to our website for step by step directions. In the month of June we will focus o...

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

Stop by Kid City every week  for a new craft.  Video tutorials are always linked right to our website for step by step directions.

In the month of June we will focus on colors in nature.

Drinking Straw Bugs

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

Time for Twos

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

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

Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beyond Fiction Book Club - Year of the Tiger by Alice Wong

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us to discuss this month's Beyond Fiction Book Club selection, Year of the Tiger: An Activist's Life by Alice Wong. Books will be available to check out at the Adult Help...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join us to discuss this month's Beyond Fiction Book Club selection, Year of the Tiger: An Activist's Life by Alice Wong.

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

Bounce and Books

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

Ages 12-24 months We'll read, dance, sing and explore rhythms in this lively and active 25-minute program.  

Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Ages 12-24 months

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

 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Balloon Racer Derby

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Back Lawn at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Design and build you own balloon powered car. Then face off in a mini derby to see whose design wins the day.

Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Back Lawn
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Design and build you own balloon powered car. Then face off in a mini derby to see whose design wins the day.