This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Jan-Feb 2026 Take & Make Crafts - Tissue Paper Ice Cream Sundaes All Day 1/26–2/1 Babies & Toddlers, Kids This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Jan-Feb 2026 Take & Make Crafts - Tissue Paper Ice Cream Sundaes All Day 1/26–2/1 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: Satisfy your sweet tooth with sweet reads and delicious dessert crafts all January long.
This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Wondertime 9:30am–10:00am Kids Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 28 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 Jan 28 2026 Wed Book Buddies 4:30pm–5:00pm Kids, Teens Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Book Buddies 4:30pm–5:00pm Kids, Teens Waitlist 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 "Adults" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Doodle Designs 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Doodle Designs 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults Open 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Doodle Designs 1:00pm–2:30pm Adults Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Doodle Designs 1:00pm–2:30pm Adults Waitlist 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Learning Adventure/Aprendizaje Aventura 1:30pm–2:00pm Kids Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Learning Adventure/Aprendizaje Aventura 1:30pm–2:00pm Kids Waitlist 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 "Teens" group Jan 29 2026 Thu CANCELLED Make & Watch: Howl's Moving Castle 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens Cancelled Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Cancelled CANCELLED Make & Watch: Howl's Moving Castle 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens Closed 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 29 2026 Thu English as a Second Language 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 29 2026 Thu English as a Second Language 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults Waitlist 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
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 30 2026 Fri Lunch and Learn - Relaxing Watercolors 11:30am–1:30pm Adults Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 30 2026 Fri Lunch and Learn - Relaxing Watercolors 11:30am–1:30pm Adults Waitlist 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. 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 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 Jan 31 2026 Sat Computación Básica 9:30am–11:30am Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Computación Básica 9:30am–11:30am Adults Open Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Classroom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Español, Technology, Business & Finance Registration Required Event Details: PRESENTADO EN ESPAÑOL
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Cozy Acoustic Afternoon with Josh Skaja 1:00pm–2:30pm Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Cozy Acoustic Afternoon with Josh Skaja 1:00pm–2:30pm Adults Open 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.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 2 - 8 2026 Take & Make Crafts - Watercolor Horses All Day 2/2–2/8 Babies & Toddlers, Kids This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 2 - 8 2026 Take & Make Crafts - Watercolor Horses All Day 2/2–2/8 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: Reign in Lunar New Year with this wild Year of the Horse craft. Check out our YouTube for easy-to-follow instructions!
This event is in the "Family" group Feb 2 - 16 2026 Candy Capers All Day 2/2–2/16 Family This event is in the "Family" group Feb 2 - 16 2026 Candy Capers All Day 2/2–2/16 Family Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Kid City Age Group: Family Program Type: Games & Activities Event Details: Craving fun that’s as sweet as candy? Dive into a world where every level is packed with sweet challenges, colorful candies, and endless excitement!
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Feb 2 2026 Mon Time for Twos 9:30am–10:00am Babies & Toddlers Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Feb 2 2026 Mon Time for Twos 9:30am–10:00am Babies & Toddlers Waitlist 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 2 2026 Mon Cookies: 3 Styles 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 2 2026 Mon Cookies: 3 Styles 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Waitlist Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Lincoln Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Food, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Chef Susan Maddox will demonstrate and sample three styles of delicious cookies: drop, bars, and biscotti. She will provide some great ways to prep the doughs to go straight from the freezer to the oven.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Bounce & Books 9:30am–10:00am Babies & Toddlers Open Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Bounce & Books 9:30am–10:00am Babies & Toddlers Open Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Ages 12-24 monthsWe'll read, dance, sing and explore rhythms in this lively and active 25-minute program.
This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 3 2026 Tue For the Love of Birds 4:30pm–6:00pm Kids Open Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 3 2026 Tue For the Love of Birds 4:30pm–6:00pm Kids Open Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Lincoln Room Age Group: Kids Program Type: Special Event Registration Required Event Details: Become backyard bird buddies by learning why birds need us in the winter and build your own bird seed feeder.This program is presented by The Wauconda Garden Club.
This event is in the "Family" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Pequeños Picassos: Especial de San Valentín 6:30pm–7:30pm Family Full Registration Required This event is in the "Family" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Pequeños Picassos: Especial de San Valentín 6:30pm–7:30pm Family Full Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Español, Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Presentado en español
This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 3 2026 Tue English as a Second Language 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 3 2026 Tue English as a Second Language 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults Waitlist 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
This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 4 2026 Wed Wondertime 9:30am–10:00am Kids Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 4 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 "Adults" group Feb 4 2026 Wed Cookbook Lovers Book Club 10:30am–11:30am Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 4 2026 Wed Cookbook Lovers Book Club 10:30am–11:30am Adults Open Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library Room: Lincoln Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Food, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: A special book club for food lovers! Join us as we talk food & cooking and how it brings us all together.
This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 4 2026 Wed Book Buddies 4:30pm–5:00pm Kids, Teens Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 4 2026 Wed Book Buddies 4:30pm–5:00pm Kids, Teens Waitlist 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 5 2026 Thu Learning Adventure/Aprendizaje Aventura 1:30pm–2:00pm Kids Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 5 2026 Thu Learning Adventure/Aprendizaje Aventura 1:30pm–2:00pm Kids Waitlist 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 "Adults" group Feb 5 2026 Thu English as a Second Language 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 5 2026 Thu English as a Second Language 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults Waitlist 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
