Waukegan, Illinois
Upcoming events from Waukegan Public Library.
79 upcoming events
On November 12, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, the Everyday Computer Skills session in the Computer Lab offers help with basic computer tasks such as managing email, creating or editing a resume, and filling out job applications. It is open to adults aged 18 and older.
HACES Citizenship Classes, held November 12, 2026 from 10:00 to 11:30 AM, help people 18 and older prepare for the citizenship test. Registration and questions go to Rosa Elena at 224-628-5953 or HACES at 847-244-0300.
At this high-energy Toddler Storytime on November 12, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM, children jump, read, sing, and chase bubbles. The event is listed for ages 0 to 17.
Maker Space Open Hours is a two-hour weekly session on November 12, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, where attendees can explore the Maker Space. It is open to ages 18 and up.
Basic Computer Skills Learn to Earn is a two-hour session on November 12, 2026, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, where participants attend all sessions in the cohort to learn basic tech skills and earn a free device. It is for ages 18 and up and is hosted in partnership with the Lake County Digital Growth program.
In this 3D printing and product design class for ages 10–18, participants design and print their own functional items on a 3D printer, held from 4:30 to 6:30 PM on November 12, 2026. Students must attend all four sessions, and the program is funded by Project Next Generation.
HACES Citizenship Classes, held November 12, 2026, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, help adults aged 18 and older prepare for the citizenship test. Registration and questions go to Rosa Elena at 224-628-5953 or HACES at 847-244-0300.
Gentle Yoga is a one-hour class from 10:15 to 11:15 AM on November 13, 2026, where participants strengthen their muscles and mind in a calm, supportive setting. The class is for ages 18 and up, and poses are called in English, though all are welcome to join.
At Family Storytime on November 13, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM, families can explore reading together. The event is open to ages 0-17.
At this Regional Transportation Authority event on November 13, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, people aged 65 or older or those with a disability can speak with an expert about how to get a card for public transportation, and should bring a valid government-issued ID. The event is listed for ages 18 and up.
A one-hour Spanish 101 class on November 14, 2026, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, where participants can start learning Spanish or improve existing skills. Registration is required, and the class is for ages 18 and up.
Children ages 5-12 can take home a craft kit to explore their creativity, with a new craft offered on the 1st and 15th of each month while supplies last. This event is listed for November 15, 2026, from 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM, with no location given.
Yoga Suave is a one-hour yoga session held on November 15, 2026, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, for participants aged 18 and up. Poses are announced in Spanish, but all are welcome.
At the Everyday Computer Skills session in the Computer Lab on November 16, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, participants get help with basic computer tasks such as managing email, creating or editing resumes, and filling out job applications. The session is for adults aged 18 and older.
Bilingual Storytime is a 30-minute event on November 16, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM, where families listen to stories and build language skills in English and Spanish. It is open to ages 0 to 17.
Basic Computer Skills Learn to Earn is a two-hour session on November 16, 2026, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, where participants learn basic tech skills and can earn a free device by attending all sessions in the cohort. It is open to ages 18 and up and is hosted with the Lake County Digital Growth program.
At this one-hour event on November 16, 2026, participants aged 10 to 18 create a one-of-a-kind junk journal from recycled papers, magazine clippings, stickers, and other found materials, with all supplies provided.
At this one-hour event on November 16, 2026, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, adults aged 18 and up can sample teas from around the world through the Atlas Tea Club, with light refreshments provided.
Yoga with Doug is a one-hour session from 6:00 to 7:00 PM on November 16, 2026, where participants learn new stretching techniques in a calm, supportive setting. It is intended for adults ages 18 and up.
At the Everyday Computer Skills Computer Lab on November 17, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, participants get help with basic computer tasks such as managing email, creating or editing a resume, and filling out job applications. The session is for adults ages 18 and up.
Preschool Storytime on November 17, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM invites children to dance, sing, read, and play. The event is listed for ages 0-17.
At this 90-minute event on November 17, 2026, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, adults aged 18 and older learn the basics of sewing and make simple projects in a social, supportive setting. It is presented by Loopy Connections.
At the weekly Maker Space Open Hours on November 17, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, participants can explore the Maker Space. The event is for ages 18 and up.
Attendees aged 18 and up can join a one-hour presentation from 5:30 to 6:30 PM on November 17, 2026, that explores Potawatomi lifeways through Native voices and object-based inquiry, held in honor of Native American Heritage Month.
HACES Citizenship Classes are held on November 17, 2026, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM for people aged 18 and older, to help them prepare for the citizenship test. Registration and questions go to Rosa Elena at 224-628-5953 or HACES at 847-244-0300.
At the Everyday Computer Skills: Computer Lab on November 18, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, participants get help with basic computer tasks such as managing email, creating or editing a resume, and filling out job applications. The session is for adults aged 18 and older.
On November 18, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM, attendees can stop by and meet Habitat for Humanity staff to learn about the services available to them. The event is for ages 18 and up.
On November 18, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, PADS Lake County is hosting an event where attendees can meet with staff to learn about the organization's services, including housing, food assistance, and mental health resources. The event is for ages 18 and up.
Basic Computer Skills Learn to Earn is a two-hour session on November 18, 2026, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, where participants attend all cohort sessions to learn basic tech skills and earn a free device. It is open to ages 18 and up and is hosted with the Lake County Digital Growth program.
Maker Space Open Hours is a two-hour weekly session from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM on November 18, 2026, where people can explore the Maker Space. It is for participants aged 18 and older.
Kinder Ready is a one-hour event from 5:00 to 6:00 PM on November 18, 2026, where children prepare for kindergarten through interactive games, lessons, and songs. It is listed for ages 0-17.
At Maker Space Basics on November 18, 2026, from 5:15 PM to 6:30 PM, participants get hands-on training with Maker Space equipment and leave with a custom item they made. The event is for ages 18 and up.
The Ray Bradbury Story Hour is a monthly one-hour event on November 18, 2026, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, where participants casually discuss short stories by Ray Bradbury. It is open to adults 18 and older and is offered both in person and virtually.
A regular board meeting is held on November 18, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM, and is open to all ages. No location is listed.
At the Everyday Computer Skills session on November 19, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, participants get help with basic computer tasks such as managing email, creating or editing a resume, and filling out job applications. The session is for adults aged 18 and older.
At the Flu Vaccine Clinic on November 19, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, attendees can receive flu vaccines from a mobile health clinic. The clinic is open to all ages.
HACES Citizenship Classes, held on November 19, 2026, from 10:00 to 11:30 AM, help people 18 and older prepare for the citizenship test. To register or ask questions, contact Rosa Elena at 224-628-5953 or HACES at 847-244-0300.
At this 30-minute Toddler Storytime on November 19, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM, children jump, read, sing, and chase bubbles. The event is listed for ages 0-17 and is described as high-energy.
At the Maker Space Open Hours on November 19, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, attendees can visit the Maker Space on a weekly open basis. The event is for people aged 18 and older.
At this one-hour information session on November 19, 2026 (1:30–2:30 PM), patrons learn about paid training opportunities that let them earn industry-recognized certifications while learning a skilled trade. The session is for ages 18 and up.
At the Rosalind Franklin University Mobile Clinic on November 19, 2026, from 1:30 to 4:30 PM, adults aged 18 and over can receive free health screenings for blood pressure, blood sugar, and fasting cholesterol, along with health education, COVID and flu vaccines when available, and answers to medication questions.
On November 19, 2026, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, adults 18 and older can attend a basic computer skills program, where attending all sessions in the cohort earns a free device; it is hosted in partnership with the Lake County Digital Growth program.
Engineering Squad is a one-hour session on November 19, 2026, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, where participants create projects, test their ideas, and learn what it takes to think like an engineer. It is for children ages 5 to 12, and participants should dress for a mess.
A Spanish-language Medicare seminar held November 19, 2026, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM, where attendees learn about Medicare benefits and plans, for ages 18 and up. The description notes that Medicare's Open Enrollment runs from October 15 to December 7.
HACES Citizenship Classes, held November 19, 2026 from 6:00 to 7:30 PM for ages 18 and up, prepare participants for the citizenship test. Registration and questions go to Rosa Elena at 224-628-5953 or HACES at 847-244-0300.
Gentle Yoga, held on November 20, 2026 from 10:15 to 11:15 AM, invites participants to strengthen their muscles and mind in a calm, supportive setting. It is open to ages 18 and up, with poses called in English but all welcome to join.
At Family Storytime on November 20, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM, families can explore reading together. The event is open to ages 0-17.
At Help at Home on November 20, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM, attendees can meet staff from Help and Home and learn about their services for people caring for seniors. The event is for adults aged 18 and older.
This page lists upcoming public events from the Waukegan Public Library calendar.
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