Thanksgiving Holiday Closing

The Library will close early on Wednesday, November 27th at 5:00 p.m. and remain closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28th. We will reopen at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, November 29th.

Upcoming Events

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This event is in the "Kids" group.

Take & Make Craft- Turkey Headband

All Day 11/18 - 11/26
Kids
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Grab & Go Craft Pickup
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Gobble Gobble.  Pick up a craft kit in Kid City to make a turkey headband.

While supplies last.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Share A Bear

All Day 11/21 - 11/26
Adults
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

We are collecting bears at the library for a Teddy Bear Adoption Event for kids.  Please bring new or gently used bears to the library and place in either of our trees between the dates of Nov 21 and Dec 23. 

This event is in the "Family" group.

Cuentos en Pijamas

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Family
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Español, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Para toda la familia - Presentado en Español

Ponte tu pijama favorita y únete a nosotros para escuchar un cuento y realizar una manualidad divertida

PAJAMAS STORYTIME 

Thanksgiving Early Closing

5:00pm - 9:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Wauconda Area Public Library
Description:

The library will close early at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27 and will remain closed on Thursday, November 28 for Thanksgiving. 

Branches:
Wauconda Area Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed all day for Thanksgiving. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Share A Bear

All Day 11/29 - 12/23
Adults
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

We are collecting bears at the library for a Teddy Bear Adoption Event for kids.  Please bring new or gently used bears to the library and place in either of our trees between the dates of Nov 21 and Dec 23. 

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Sing and Sign with Pediatric Interactions

9:30am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Kids
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Games & Activities, Parenting & Education, Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us for songs and sign language as your child develops their language and communication skills. 

Suggested for ages 1-5 with caregiver.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Overcooked Gaming Tournament

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids, Teens
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

If you're not overly stuffed after Thanksgiving, maybe you'll be hungry for delicious victory in this Overcooked tournament! Savor the competition as you vie for the highest score and out-chop, out-cook, and out-plate your fellow chefs.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Grab & Go: Solve a Cold Case

All Day
Adults
Open
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: 4
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 "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Take & Make Craft - Sleeping Bear

All Day 12/2 - 12/8
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:

Get ready to hibernate for the winter by weaving your own snuggly quilt for a sleeping bear!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Mini Propeller Car

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Kids
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Build your own mini propeller car with craft materials and a simple circuit in this fun STEM activity!

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Art & Literary Magazine: Accepting Submissions!

All Day 12/3 - 12/23
Kids, Teens
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Virtual Events
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 47
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Holiday Sides & Salads with Chef Susan Maddox

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Looking for a new dish to bring to your next holiday celebration? Come spend the evening with Chef Susan Maddox learning about side dishes and salads that are sure to bring comfort and joy!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Holiday Bad Art Paint & Sip

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Drop in and enjoy your favorite cold weather beverage while we do our best to make a truly terrible masterpiece...perfect for a holiday party gift to truly leave the recipient speechless. 

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.

All the Books Quarterly Book Club

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

If you love to talk about books, but don't want to commit to a monthly meeting, our quarterly book club is just the place for you! There are no assigned titles or genres. Read any books you like.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Sing and Sign with Pediatric Interactions

9:30am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Kids
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Games & Activities, Parenting & Education, Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Join us for songs and sign language as your child develops their language and communication skills. 

Suggested for ages 1-5 with caregiver.

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: 63
Event Details:

Enjoy the movie My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3 on the Library's big screen. Popcorn, Pretzels, and water bottles will be provided.

Movie Description

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.

Chicago Bronze Handbell Ensemble

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Art, Movies & Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This handbell ensemble concert features sacred, secular, classical, jazz and old favorites. A must-see for the season!

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Take & Make Craft - Popsicle Stick Fox

All Day 12/9 - 12/15
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:

Celebrate winter reading by making your very own fox friend! Check out our YouTube for easy-to-follow instructions.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Little Parade Concert

10:00am - 11:00am
Family
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Event Details:

Grab your favorite stuffy and get the whole family singing and dancing! Little Parade is a childhood music group that offers a creative learning experience through music, rhyme and dance.

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.

Deck the Halls

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

We will create 2 stunning ornaments to deck out your tree.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Deck the Halls

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

We will create 2 stunning ornaments to deck out your tree.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Holiday Tech Gifts

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Wauconda Area Public Library
Room: Lincoln Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology, Business & Finance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 43
Event Details:

Find out all the hottest gadget gifts available this holiday season. From smart home and smart phones to toys and oddities, we’ll open people’s eyes to lots of cool options for the family’s (or their own) wish list!