Services Available

Public computer use is available at the Main Library. Children, family and teen computers available on the main floor. Other in-person services at the Main Library include paying fees and library card renewal. Appointments available for notary services. Call 847-775-2538 to make an appointment. Study rooms are available for reservations up to 1.5 hours. Teen Corner is an open space reserved for teens.

Main Library Hours

Monday: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Tuesday: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Wednesday: 10:00 am – 8:00  pm
Thursday: 10:00 am – 8:00  pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 6:00  pm

Saturday: 1:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday: 1:00 am – 5:00 pm

Curbside pickup will continue at the Main Library.

Branch Hours

Monday: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Tuesday: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Wednesday: 10:00 am – 2:00  pm
Thursday: 10:00 am – 2:00  pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 2:00  pm

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Services Available

Express Computers are available for 50-minute sessions. If you don’t have a WPL card, you will be assigned a guest pass. If you’re a Waukegan resident, signing up for a library card is easy, and having a card makes logging in to the computers and printing a quicker process. To get a library card, Waukegan residents can make an appointment or sign-up for a temporary library card.
Fax and scan services are temporarily unavailable.
  • Printing is 10¢ for each black and white page and 25¢ each page for color.
  • Faxes cost 50¢ per page and patrons can send both domestic and international faxes using cash or credit or debit cards.
  • Use the Library’s scan station for free! Scanned documents can be saved on a USB drive, emailed, or printed in color or black & white (standard printing rates apply). Documents can be saved in a variety of file formats including PDF, Printable PDF, JPEG, TIFF, and Microsoft Word.
  • Getting a library card
  • Renewing a library card
  • Paying a fee
Access a variety of online resources anytime, anywhere using your library card!
  • Book Recommendation Request
  • Talk with a librarian (Assistance over the phone)
  • Talk with a librarian (Assistance over the phone)
  • Book Recommendation Request
Whatever you want to achieve, we’ll help you get there – now from the comfort of your home! Adult education classes are free, and our dedicated staff and volunteers will support you every step of the way. Get started today by calling (847) 775-2547.
  • Adult Literacy/ESL Tutoring
  • Conversational ESL
  • Health Literacy
  • Online Classes and Labs
  • and more!
Weekly videos for all ages! New videos posted on the library's Facebook page and YouTube channel.
Available upon request. Please call in advance 847-623-2041. Please note: Library notaries public are not attorneys licensed to practice law in Illinois, and may not give legal advice or accept fees for legal advice.
Pick up your favorite books, movies, video games and more! To request materials for pickup call 847-623-2041 ext. 236 or visit catalog.waukegan.org. Curbside Hours* Monday – Friday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, Saturday – Sunday: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm *You can also pick up items in the library during the following times. Monday - Friday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm, Saturday - Sunday: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm