Memorial Day Closing

The Library will be closed on Monday, May 27th for Memorial Day.  We will reopen on Tuesday, May 28th at 9:00 a.m. 

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Sun-sational S'mores

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kids
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Back Lawn
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Food, Health & Wellness, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Make a solar oven and harness the power of the sun to cook some s'mores.

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.

Pajama Storytime

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Celebrate your favorite stuffed animal with this pajama party! Put on your favorite PJ's and pack your favorite plush friend for this snuggly storytime featuring books, music, and a cuddly craft.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 71
Event Details:

Enjoy the movie 5000 Blankets on the Library's big screen. Popcorn, Pretzels, and water bottles will be provided.

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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.
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 July we will focus on color and pattern.

Paper Weaving

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Art Camp

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kids
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Our art camp has everything needed to spark creativity.  Exposure to different art styles, concepts, and mediums will leave kids inspired while improving problem solving and social interactions.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Strictly Self Defense

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Attendees will participate in a series of discussions and be introduced to basic physical self-defense skills and techniques. Training will focus on three key areas: Mindset, Skill Set and Planning.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

This intermediate-level English class teaches skills and vocabulary to help you at your job, in school, and in the community. Students should be able to understand and speak basic English.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Pequeños Picassos

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Español
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Event Details:

Para niños en Kínder a 3 grado y papás 

En esta clase podrás experimentar con pinturas, texturas y otros materiales que despertarán al artista que llevas dentro.

Little Picassos

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Camp Cubetto

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Activities, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Learn the basics of coding in an accessible and exciting way with our favorite friend: Cubetto!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Grab & Go Craft Pickup
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culture, History & Current Events, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
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!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Water World

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Back Lawn
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

We'll enjoy a story then explore the the different properties of water. Come ready to get wet and have a splashing good time.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Take & Make Craft- Crayon Crafts

All Day 8/5 - 8/11
Kids
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 July we will focus on crayon Crafts.

Melted Crayon Art

Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

We’ll provide the real potato and all the pieces needed to create a spudly friend.

All Ages/Drop In 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

This intermediate-level English class teaches skills and vocabulary to help you at your job, in school, and in the community. Students should be able to understand and speak basic English.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Tiktok Take - Ice Cream in a Bag

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teens
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Back Lawn
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Food, Health & Wellness, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Try this Tiktok favorite and enjoy the sweet results!

*Will contain dairy products

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 "Family" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Back Lawn
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Science & Nature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Join us for up close, hands-on interactions with some of the planets most amazing creatures. Fun educational entertainment for all ages, presented by Crosstown Exotics. Family Event.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cook Book Lovers Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

A special book club for food lovers! Join us as we talk food & cooking and how it brings us all together. Check out a copy of Half Baked Harvest Super Simple before selecting a recipe or two to try making at home.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Summer Concert at Phil's Beach

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Family
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Offsite Events
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Art, Movies & Entertainment, Special Event
Event Details:

Summer Concerts at Phil’s Beach

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

 

Join us at the library as we discuss Bluebird, Bluebird by Attica Locke

Books are available at the Adult Help Desk

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

WWII Radio Hour Concert

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Family
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Patio
Age Group: Adults, Family
Program Type: Art, Movies & Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 73
Event Details:

Accomplished performers from Nostalgia Entertainment delight audiences with their tight harmonies, theatrical performances and engaging arrangements!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Take & Make Craft- Crayon Crafts

All Day 8/12 - 8/18
Kids
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 July we will focus on crayon Crafts.

Crayon Wax Prints

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

This intermediate-level English class teaches skills and vocabulary to help you at your job, in school, and in the community. Students should be able to understand and speak basic English.

Board Meeting

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Program Type: Board Meeting
Event Details:

The Wauconda Area Public Library District Board of Trustees meets on the second Monday of every month at 7:00 p.m. at the library. All board meetings are open to the general public.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Join us as we discuss A Woman Is No Man by Etaf Rum. 

Books are available at the Adult Help Desk. 

About the book: