This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 9 - 15 2026 Take & Make Crafts - Valentine's Wreath All Day 2/9–2/15 Babies & Toddlers, Kids This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 9 - 15 2026 Take & Make Crafts - Valentine's Wreath All Day 2/9–2/15 Babies & Toddlers, Kids Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Grab & Go Craft Pickup Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Decorate with a little extra love this Valentine's Day. Check out our YouTube for easy-to-follow instructions!
This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Learning Adventure/Aprendizaje Aventura 1:30pm–2:00pm Kids Open Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Learning Adventure/Aprendizaje Aventura 1:30pm–2:00pm Kids Open 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Kids Dungeons & Dragons 6:00pm–7:30pm Kids Cancelled Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Cancelled Kids Dungeons & Dragons 6:00pm–7:30pm Kids Waitlist Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Games & Activities Registration Required Event Details: Beginners and veterans alike are invited to join this introduction to tabletop roleplaying games. Journey with us as we encounter enemies, explore new lands, and solve puzzles as a team.
This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 13 2026 Fri Dog Man Escape Room 1:00pm–3:00pm Kids Full Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 13 2026 Fri Dog Man Escape Room 1:00pm–3:00pm Kids Full Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Games & Activities Registration Required Event Details: Oh no! Sneaky Petey and Grampa have trapped Dog Man and Cat Kid! Can you help our heroes escape before too much trouble ensues?
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 16 - 22 2026 Take & Make Crafts - Abstract Collages All Day 2/16–2/22 Babies & Toddlers, Kids This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 16 - 22 2026 Take & Make Crafts - Abstract Collages All Day 2/16–2/22 Babies & Toddlers, Kids Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Grab & Go Craft Pickup Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Make your own dynamic collage inspired by the work of Chicago-born artist Reggie Laurent.
This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Wondertime 9:30am–10:00am Kids Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Wondertime 9:30am–10:00am Kids Waitlist 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!
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Book Buddies 4:30pm–5:00pm Kids, Teens Open Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Book Buddies 4:30pm–5:00pm Kids, Teens Open 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 -
This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Learning Adventure/Aprendizaje Aventura 1:30pm–2:00pm Kids Open Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Learning Adventure/Aprendizaje Aventura 1:30pm–2:00pm Kids Open 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.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Feb-Mar 2026 Take & Make Crafts - Quilted Artwork All Day 2/23–3/1 Babies & Toddlers, Kids This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Feb-Mar 2026 Take & Make Crafts - Quilted Artwork All Day 2/23–3/1 Babies & Toddlers, Kids Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Grab & Go Craft Pickup Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Create colorful and geometric quilt squares inspired by a series of works by mixed media artist Faith Ringgold.
This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Wondertime 9:30am–10:00am Kids Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Wondertime 9:30am–10:00am Kids Waitlist 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!
This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Homeschool STEAM Lab 1:00pm–2:00pm Kids Open Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Homeschool STEAM Lab 1:00pm–2:00pm Kids Open Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: STEM/STEAM Registration Required Event Details: This program is presented in collaboration with nine other Lake and McHenry County libraries.Work together to build and power a mini car.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Book Buddies 4:30pm–5:00pm Kids, Teens Open Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 25 2026 Wed Book Buddies 4:30pm–5:00pm Kids, Teens Open 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 -
This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 26 2026 Thu Learning Adventure/Aprendizaje Aventura 1:30pm–2:00pm Kids Open Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 26 2026 Thu Learning Adventure/Aprendizaje Aventura 1:30pm–2:00pm Kids Open 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.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Mar 2 - 8 2026 Take & Make Crafts - Hatching Chick All Day 3/2–3/8 Babies & Toddlers, Kids This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Mar 2 - 8 2026 Take & Make Crafts - Hatching Chick All Day 3/2–3/8 Babies & Toddlers, Kids Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Grab & Go Craft Pickup Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Spring into the new season by creating your own hatching egg with a chick inside.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Mar 9 - 15 2026 Take & Make Crafts - Chicken Art All Day 3/9–3/15 Babies & Toddlers, Kids This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Mar 9 - 15 2026 Take & Make Crafts - Chicken Art All Day 3/9–3/15 Babies & Toddlers, Kids Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Grab & Go Craft Pickup Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Collage your own beautiful artwork featuring a cluck of paper chickens.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Mar 9 2026 Mon Chicks & Eggs Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Kids Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Mar 9 2026 Mon Chicks & Eggs Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Kids Upcoming Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Kids Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Spring is Hatching! Come celebrate with an eggs-tra fun craft storytime. 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 60084Phone: 847.526.6225, TTY: 711
This event is in the "Kids" group Mar 10 2026 Tue Creative Coders 4:30pm–5:30pm Kids Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Mar 10 2026 Tue Creative Coders 4:30pm–5:30pm Kids Upcoming Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Classroom Age Group: Kids Program Type: STEM/STEAM Registration Required Event Details: An interactive Scratch coding class designed for kids to explore the world of programming. Perfect for beginners - using Scratch’s colorful, drag-and-drop interface. 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 60084Phone: 847.526.6225, TTY: 711
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Mar 16 - 22 2026 Take & Make Crafts - Birdnoculars All Day 3/16–3/22 Babies & Toddlers, Kids This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Mar 16 - 22 2026 Take & Make Crafts - Birdnoculars All Day 3/16–3/22 Babies & Toddlers, Kids Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Grab & Go Craft Pickup Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Why use regular binoculars for birdwatching...when you can make binoculars that look like birds?
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Mar 16 2026 Mon Lucky Me! Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Kids Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Mar 16 2026 Mon Lucky Me! Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Kids Upcoming Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Kids Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a St. Patrick's Day themed storytime with a fun craft to complete afterwards. 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. 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 60084Phone: 847.526.6225, TTY: 711
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Mar 23 - 29 2026 Take & Make Crafts - Bird Kites All Day 3/23–3/29 Babies & Toddlers, Kids This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Mar 23 - 29 2026 Take & Make Crafts - Bird Kites All Day 3/23–3/29 Babies & Toddlers, Kids Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Grab & Go Craft Pickup Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Wait for a breeze and take to the skies with a handmade bird kite craft!
This event is in the "Kids" group Mar 27 2026 Fri Egg-cellent Egg-speriments 2:30pm–4:30pm Kids Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Mar 27 2026 Fri Egg-cellent Egg-speriments 2:30pm–4:30pm Kids Upcoming Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Lincoln Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: STEM/STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Come crack open the world of STEM - because science is more fun when it's egg-splosive! Discover just how amazing ordinary eggs can be. 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 60084Phone: 847.526.6225, TTY: 711
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Mar-Apr 2026 Take & Make Crafts - Walking Caterpillar All Day 3/30–4/4 Babies & Toddlers, Kids This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Mar-Apr 2026 Take & Make Crafts - Walking Caterpillar All Day 3/30–4/4 Babies & Toddlers, Kids Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Grab & Go Craft Pickup Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Kids Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Create a paper caterpillar friend that magically walks on its own!
This event is in the "Kids" group Apr 1 2026 Wed Book Buddies 4:30pm–5:00pm Kids Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Apr 1 2026 Wed Book Buddies 4:30pm–5:00pm Kids Upcoming 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 Apr 2 2026 Thu Learning Adventure / Aprendizaje Aventura 1:30pm–2:00pm Kids Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Apr 2 2026 Thu Learning Adventure / Aprendizaje Aventura 1:30pm–2:00pm Kids Upcoming 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 60084Phone: 847.526.6225, TTY: 711
