Easter Holiday Closing

The Library will be closed on Sunday, April 20th for the Easter holiday.  We will reopen on Monday, April 21st at 9:00 a.m. 

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Art & Literary Magazine: Accepting Submissions!

All Day 3/3 - 4/17
Virtual Events at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
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 an...

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.

Preschool Art Fair

04/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 04/19/2025 @ 5:00pm
Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Entertainment
Event Details:

We will exhibit art from all our local preschools in a celebration of our littlest artists. 

Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type: Art, Movies & Entertainment
Event Details:

We will exhibit art from all our local preschools in a celebration of our littlest artists. 

Take & Make Craft - Spring Umbrella

All Day 4/7 - 4/13
Grab & Go Craft Pickup at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

Keep dry during April showers with this 3D umbrella art. Check out our YouTube for easy-to-follow instructions!

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

Keep dry during April showers with this 3D umbrella art. Check out our YouTube for easy-to-follow instructions!

Novel Thoughts Book Club: The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters (In-Person)

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us as we discuss The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters.Books are available at the Adult Help Desk. About the book: A four-year-old Mi’kmaq girl goes missing from the bl...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Join us as we discuss The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters.

Books are available at the Adult Help Desk. 

About the book: 

Learning Adventure

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

The early years are perfect for building a foundation for long-term learning. Help prepare your child for a classroom setting with this fun filled stem storytime. 

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

The early years are perfect for building a foundation for long-term learning. Help prepare your child for a classroom setting with this fun filled stem storytime. 

Weather and Storm Science 101

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come and explore the fundamentals of extreme weather with us. Discover the world of storm chasing, delve into local climatology, learn about previous tornado occurrences, gain know...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Nature
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Come and explore the fundamentals of extreme weather with us.

Peek-a-Boo Baby

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

Foster their love of reading early with this storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes.  Stay and play and meet other caregivers!

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

Foster their love of reading early with this storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes.  Stay and play and meet other caregivers!

Mystery Book Club: The Secret Keeper by Kate Morton

Friday, April 11, 2025 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 The Secret Keeper by Kate Morton.Books are available at the Adult Help DeskFrom the New York Times and #1 internationally bestselling author of...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us at the library as we discuss The Secret Keeper by Kate Morton.

Books are available at the Adult Help Desk

Computación Básica III

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Classroom at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Español, Technology, Business & Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

PRESENTADO EN ESPAÑOLComputación Básica es un curso de 9 semanas diseñado para familiarizar a los estudiantes con los conceptos básicos que integran el funcionamiento de la computa...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Español, Technology, Business & Finance
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

PRESENTADO EN ESPAÑOL

Take & Make Craft - Paper Chick

All Day 4/14 - 4/19
Grab & Go Craft Pickup at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

Hatch your own spring chick with this sweet craft kit. Check out our YouTube for easy-to-follow instructions!

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

Hatch your own spring chick with this sweet craft kit. Check out our YouTube for easy-to-follow instructions!

Time for Twos Storytime

Monday, April 14, 2025 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.

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

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

Board Meeting

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
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...

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.

Only Murders in the Library Podcast Club

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Art, Movies & Entertainment, Books & Authors
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Ready to finally be able to talk as much as you want about your favorite true crime podcast? Join us for our first True Crime Podcast Club. For our  first time out we will dis...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Entertainment, Books & Authors
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Ready to finally be able to talk as much as you want about your favorite true crime podcast? Join us for our first True Crime Podcast Club. For our  first time out we will discuss Crime Junkie, Ashley Flowers.

Bounce and Books

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

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

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Ages 12-24 months

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

 

Write-Your-Own Poetry Slam

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Celebrate National Poetry Month with us at the library! Explore different styles of poetry (and some snacks) and pick your favorite poem to present at the end in our very own Poetr...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Celebrate National Poetry Month with us at the library! Explore different styles of poetry (and some snacks) and pick your favorite poem to present at the end in our very own Poetry Slam. 

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.

Lotería

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Español
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Lotería Tradicional MexicanaPara toda la familia   ¡Juguemos lotería! Regalaremos premios y nos divertiremos mucho en la biblioteca. Trae a toda la familia, a los amigos ...

Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Español
Event Details:

Lotería Tradicional Mexicana

Para toda la familia   

Wondertime

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Parenting & Education, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
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,...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Parenting & Education, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
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, April 16, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

KIDS-Readers looking for a new way to gain confidence and practice reading skills? Kids will enjoy being partnered with a young volunteer buddy. Enjoy great books, a relaxed readin...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Books & Authors
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

KIDS-

Readers looking for a new way to gain confidence and practice reading skills? Kids will enjoy being partnered with a young volunteer buddy. Enjoy great books, a relaxed reading time and making a new friend.

TEENS-

Manage Your Money Online

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Technology, Business & Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This class will show you the best website and app options for managing your stock portfolios, creating a budget, getting financial news and more. In keeping with the theme, most of...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology, Business & Finance
Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Event Details:

This class will show you the best website and app options for managing your stock portfolios, creating a budget, getting financial news and more. In keeping with the theme, most of them are budget-friendly or free.

Learning Adventure

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

The early years are perfect for building a foundation for long-term learning. Help prepare your child for a classroom setting with this fun filled stem storytime. 

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

The early years are perfect for building a foundation for long-term learning. Help prepare your child for a classroom setting with this fun filled stem storytime. 

Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Embark on an adventure to a world of wizardry, dragons, and danger! Beginners and veterans alike are invited to join this introduction to tabletop roleplaying games. Journey with u...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Embark on an adventure to a world of wizardry, dragons, and danger! Beginners and veterans alike are invited to join this introduction to tabletop roleplaying games.

Demystifying Hypnosis

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lincoln Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Food, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Get the facts about hypnosis and how it can improve your life. Eliminate common misconceptions, learn how it works, and explore the therapeutic benefits it has to offer. After the ...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Get the facts about hypnosis and how it can improve your life. Eliminate common misconceptions, learn how it works, and explore the therapeutic benefits it has to offer.

Peek-A-Boo Baby

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Event Details:

Foster their love of reading early with this storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes.  Stay and play and meet other caregivers!

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

Foster their love of reading early with this storytime filled with stories, songs, and rhymes.  Stay and play and meet other caregivers!

Computación Básica III

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Classroom at Wauconda Area Public Library
Program Type:
Español, Technology, Business & Finance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

PRESENTADO EN ESPAÑOLComputación Básica es un curso de 9 semanas diseñado para familiarizar a los estudiantes con los conceptos básicos que integran el funcionamiento de la computa...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Español, Technology, Business & Finance
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

PRESENTADO EN ESPAÑOL