Events
April at Waukegan Public Library
There’s always something exciting happening at Waukegan Public Library! Here’s what we’ve got in store for April! Special events in April 2017: April 5: Know Your Rights! Learn about immigrants’ rights in this informative workshop presented by HACES, on Wednesday, April 5, from 6:30 – 7:30pm in the Bradbury Room. April 5: A Picture is […]
February at Waukegan Public Library
There’s always something exciting happening at Waukegan Public Library! Check out what we’ve got in store for February! There are just three weeks left in our Winter Reading Program, Explore A Good Book. You’ll be able to complete a raffle entry for every book you read! Sign up at the Reference desk. For adults and […]
Black History Month: Special Programming at WPL!
We’re excited to celebrate Black History Month with several special programs for all ages! Learn all about African-American contributions to history, add your own square to our freedom quilt, and more! Click on the program titles to learn more or register. For All Ages: Celebrating Amazing African-American Contributions Saturday, February 4, 2:00 – 3:30pm, Bradbury […]
January 2017: Here’s what’s happening at WPL!
Happy New Year from Waukegan Public Library! Join us this month for fun and educational events for people of all ages, including a brand-new Winter Reading Program for adults and young adults. We’ll continue to enroll individuals and families in health insurance plans through the Affordable Care Act. A prize awaits one lucky family that […]
November 2016: Here’s what’s happening at WPL!
Join us this month for fun and educational events for people of all ages, including a special Science of “The Martian” for fans of the hit movie and bestselling book. Our college prep series continues with programs for students and parents. Children and young adults will celebrate International Games Day with fun card and tabletop […]
Early Learning Center Party!
Children at Waukegan Public Library are set for an out-of-this-world experience on Sunday, August 28, when the award-winning Early Learning Center reopens with a brand-new exhibit! The Early Learning Center, generously sponsored by North Shore Gas, is an innovative space within the Library’s Children’s Department that teaches children essential preschool concepts – like literacy and […]
Heat Safety
Today, July 21, and tomorrow, July 22, will see temperatures rise to nearly 100º – but it will feel even hotter than that! The Library is a cooling center and will be open today, Thursday, from 10:00 am – 8:00pm, and tomorrow, Friday, from 10:00am – 6:00pm. On Saturdays and Sundays, we are open from […]
Sen. Kirk’s staffers to visit WPL 11/12/15, 1-3pm
Staffers from the office of Senator Mark Kirk will be at Waukegan Public Library on Thursday, November 12, from 1:00 to 3:00pm. Stop by their table near the cafe space to ask questions, make suggestions, and be an active participant in our government. Free parking is available to library patrons at the city parking garage […]
Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment: Nov. 1 – Jan. 31
Enroll Lake County!, the county-wide initiative designed to facilitate access to healthcare for Lake County residents, returns for its third annual enrollment drive. A project of the Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center in partnership with the Waukegan Public Library, Enroll Lake County! aims to enroll or re-enroll at least 3,000 Lake County […]
WPL’s Big Read kicks off this weekend!
The Waukegan Public Library is excited to announce three special events that will kick off its four-month Big Read, Fahrenheit 451! The festivities will run from Friday, Oct. 30, through Saturday, Oct. 31. As Halloween was Ray Bradbury’s favorite holiday, the timing couldn’t be more perfect. 10th Annual Ray Bradbury Storytelling Festival: The Art of […]