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The Library will be closed the morning of Friday, December 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for staff training.

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Book Buddies

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

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, Teens
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 - 

Art & Literary Magazine

All Day
Virtual Events at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Are you an artist or an author? Submit your original artwork, poetry, short stories, or personal essays for a chance to be published in the Blue & Berry Bulletin, WAPL's Art and Literary Magazine.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Virtual Events
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors
Event Details:

Are you an artist or an author? Submit your original artwork, poetry, short stories, or personal essays for a chance to be published in the Blue & Berry Bulletin, WAPL's Art and Literary Magazine.

Learning Adventure/Aprendizaje Aventura

Thursday, January 22, 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. A fun way to prepare your child for a classroom setting.

Open
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. A fun way to prepare your child for a classroom setting.

English as a Second Language

Thursday, January 22, 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

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.

January 13 - March 12

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Bullet Journaling for Beginners

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Want to try bullet journaling, but have become too intimidated by the museum quality examples on Pinterest?

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

Want to try bullet journaling, but have become too intimidated by the museum quality examples on Pinterest?

Image of watercolor art and supplies

Lunch and Learn - Relaxing Watercolors

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

This program is for Seniors age 60+

Many consider watercolors to be relaxing and meditative. Learn how you can slow down and relax with simple watercolor techniques. Presented by Audrey Ra of Audrey Ra Design.

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

This program is for Seniors age 60+

Many consider watercolors to be relaxing and meditative. Learn how you can slow down and relax with simple watercolor techniques. Presented by Audrey Ra of Audrey Ra Design.

Computación Básica

Saturday, January 24, 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

Game & Puzzle Swap

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Family

Drop off gently used puzzles and games for all ages January 22 and 23.

Anyone can come on Saturday, January 24 to pick up new to you items for hours of screen free time at home.

Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Drop off gently used puzzles and games for all ages January 22 and 23.

Anyone can come on Saturday, January 24 to pick up new to you items for hours of screen free time at home.

Take & Make Crafts - Tissue Paper Ice Cream Sundaes

All Day 1/26 - 2/1
Grab & Go Craft Pickup at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Kids

Satisfy your sweet tooth with sweet reads and delicious dessert crafts all January long.

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

Satisfy your sweet tooth with sweet reads and delicious dessert crafts all January long.

Time for Twos

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers

This musical story time is perfect for two year olds who are always on the go. 

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 story time is perfect for two year olds who are always on the go. 

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.

Lego Chain Reaction

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Build and experiment with your own Lego chain reaction - then take it home and continue the fun.

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

Build and experiment with your own Lego chain reaction - then take it home and continue the fun.

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Beyond Fiction Book Club - The Last Tsar by Tsuyoshi Hasegawa

Monday, January 26, 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 Last Tsar: The Abdication of Nicholas II and the Fall of the Romanovs by Tsuyoshi Hasegawa. Books will be available to check out 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 to discuss this month's Beyond Fiction Book Club selection, The Last Tsar: The Abdication of Nicholas II and the Fall of the Romanovs by Tsuyoshi Hasegawa. Books will be available to check out at the Adult Help Desk.

Bounce & Books

Tuesday, January 27, 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.

Preschool Fair

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Parenting & Education
Age Group:
Adults

Are you exploring preschool options for your little one? At our Information Night, you'll:

  • Meet teachers and staff
  • Learn about curriculum
  • Ask questions about enrollment & schedules
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Parenting & Education
Event Details:

Are you exploring preschool options for your little one? At our Information Night, you'll:

  • Meet teachers and staff
  • Learn about curriculum
  • Ask questions about enrollment & schedules

English as a Second Language

Tuesday, January 27, 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

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.

January 13 - March 12

Wondertime

Wednesday, January 28, 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! 

Book Buddies

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

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, Teens
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 - 

Doodle Designs

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Detangle from Life’s stresses with a relaxing form of art making using structured patterns.  No artistic talent is needed to enjoy this calming form of art.

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

Detangle from Life’s stresses with a relaxing form of art making using structured patterns.  No artistic talent is needed to enjoy this calming form of art.

Doodle Designs

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Detangle from Life’s stresses with a relaxing form of art making using structured patterns.  No artistic talent is needed to enjoy this calming form of art.

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

Detangle from Life’s stresses with a relaxing form of art making using structured patterns.  No artistic talent is needed to enjoy this calming form of art.

Learning Adventure/Aprendizaje Aventura

Thursday, January 29, 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. A fun way to prepare your child for a classroom setting.

Open
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. A fun way to prepare your child for a classroom setting.

Make & Watch: Howl's Moving Castle

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Entertainment, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Have a snack and make some Studio Ghibli-themed crafts while you watch the beloved animated classic Howl's Moving Castle. 

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

Have a snack and make some Studio Ghibli-themed crafts while you watch the beloved animated classic Howl's Moving Castle. 

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.

English as a Second Language

Thursday, January 29, 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

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.

January 13 - March 12

Computación Básica

Saturday, January 31, 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

Photo of performer Josh Skaja

Cozy Acoustic Afternoon with Josh Skaja

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults

Come in from the cold and join us for an afternoon of music from the 60s to today with local favorite Josh Skaja.

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

Come in from the cold and join us for an afternoon of music from the 60s to today with local favorite Josh Skaja.