Warren-Newport Public Library in Gurnee, Illinois

Warren-Newport Public Library in Gurnee, Illinois Empowering our community by connecting people to information, ideas, and opportunities.
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One of the busiest public libraries in Lake County, Illinois, Warren-Newport Public Library welcomes visitors to enjoy a collection of over 280,000 items, free internet access, expert reference and reader's advisory, children's services, a bookmobile and wonderful programs.

We are nearing the finish line of Our Library Reimagined project! To safely complete our move into the newly renovated s...
06/11/2026

We are nearing the finish line of Our Library Reimagined project! To safely complete our move into the newly renovated spaces, the library will be closed to the public Thurs., June 25 and will open at 1PM on Fri., June 26. Thank you for your patience during this project and as we prepare to open these exciting new spaces! For more details on the project: https://www.wnpl.info/our-library-reimagined/

¡Estamos cerca de la meta del proyecto Nuestra biblioteca reinventada! Para completar de forma segura nuestra mudanza a los espacios recién renovados, la biblioteca estará cerrada al público el jueves 25 de junio y abrirá a la 1PM horas del viernes 26 de junio. ¡Gracias por vuestra paciencia durante este proyecto y mientras nos preparamos para abrir estos emocionantes nuevos espacios! Para más detalles sobre el proyecto: https://www.wnpl.info/our-library-reimagined/

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Summer Reading Check-In! A big thank you to everyone who has signed up already for Summer Reading. Starting this Fri., J...
06/10/2026

Summer Reading Check-In! A big thank you to everyone who has signed up already for Summer Reading. Starting this Fri., June 12, you can visit the library to pick up your first checkpoint raffle ticket and prizes! Not signed up yet? There’s plenty of time. Join us on Beanstack, track your reading, and earn chances to win amazing prizes. Learn more about Summer Reading here: https://www.wnpl.info/summer-reading-challenge/

¡Revisión de lecturas de verano! Un gran agradecimiento a todos los que ya se han inscrito en la Lectura de Verano. A partir de este viernes 12 de junio, ¡puedes visitar la biblioteca para recoger tu primer boleto de rifa de control y premios! ¿Aún no te has apuntado? Hay tiempo de sobra. Únete a nosotros en Beanstack, controla tus lecturas y gana oportunidades para ganar premios increíbles. Descubre más sobre la lectura de verano aquí: https://www.wnpl.info/summer-reading-challenge/

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Celebrate America turning 250 at Viking Park on Thurs., July 2 from 3:30-9:30PM! Enjoy live music, delicious food from l...
06/09/2026

Celebrate America turning 250 at Viking Park on Thurs., July 2 from 3:30-9:30PM! Enjoy live music, delicious food from local food trucks, and family-friendly activities throughout the afternoon. Stick around as the evening ends with a spectacular fireworks show. This FREE community-wide celebration is brought to you in partnership with Gurnee Park District, Gurnee School District 56, Village of Gurnee, Warren-Newport Public Library, Warren Township Center, Warren Township High School, and Woodland Community Consolidated School District #50.

¡Celebra que América cumple 250 años en Viking Park el jueves 2 de julio de 3:30 a 9:30PM! Disfruta de música en directo, deliciosa comida de food trucks locales y actividades familiares durante toda la tarde. Quédate mientras la noche termina con un espectacular espectáculo de fuegos artificiales. Esta celebración GRATUITA para toda la comunidad se presenta en colaboración con el Distrito de Gurnee Park, el Distrito Escolar 56 de Gurnee, el Pueblo de Gurnee, la Biblioteca Pública Warren-Newport, el Centro Municipal de Warren, el Instituto Warren Township y el Distrito Escolar 50 de Woodland.

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Kick off summer with bubbles, dancing, and smiles! Meet us outside the library on Tues., June 16 at 10:30AM for a bubble...
06/09/2026

Kick off summer with bubbles, dancing, and smiles! Meet us outside the library on Tues., June 16 at 10:30AM for a bubble dance party. For more information, visit: https://wnpl.libnet.info/event/16092340

¡Empieza el verano con burbujas, baile y sonrisas! Encuéntranos fuera de la biblioteca el martes 16 de junio a las 10:30 de la mañana para una fiesta de baile de burbujas. Para más información, visita: https://wnpl.libnet.info/event/16092340

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There is something for everyone at the library this week! Check out these programs and more by visiting our events calen...
06/08/2026

There is something for everyone at the library this week! Check out these programs and more by visiting our events calendar at https://calendar.wnpl.info/events.

¡Hay algo para todos en la biblioteca esta semana! Echa un vistazo a estos programas y más visitando nuestro calendario de eventos en https://calendar.wnpl.info/events.

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Join us for a virtual presentation on Thurs., June 11 at 7PM exploring the Barack Obama Presidential Center. Learn how t...
06/06/2026

Join us for a virtual presentation on Thurs., June 11 at 7PM exploring the Barack Obama Presidential Center. Learn how the first fully digital presidential library preserves and shares history, and how the Center serves as a community and cultural space. Register by visiting: https://wnpl.libnet.info/event/15946170

Únete a nosotros para una presentación virtual el jueves 11 de junio a las 7PM h, explorando el Centro Presidencial Barack Obama. Descubre cómo la primera biblioteca presidencial completamente digital preserva y comparte la historia, y cómo el Centro funciona como espacio comunitario y cultural. Regístrate visitando: https://wnpl.libnet.info/event/15946170

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Talk with an Education and Career Coach and get free one-on-one support through Mano a Mano Family Resource Center at WN...
06/05/2026

Talk with an Education and Career Coach and get free one-on-one support through Mano a Mano Family Resource Center at WNPL on Tues., June 9. Assistance is available for job searches, resumes, FAFSA applications, and international credit transfers. Register by visiting: https://ow.ly/GYyE50Z7Lrh

Habla con un coach de educación y carrera y recibe apoyo individual gratuito a través de Mano A Mano en WNPL el martes 9 de junio. Hay asistencia disponible para búsquedas de empleo, currículums, solicitudes a FAFSA y transferencias internacionales de créditos. Regístrate visitando: https://ow.ly/GYyE50Z7Lrh

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Stop by the Park City Community Center on Mon., June 8 at 3:30PM for crafts, robotics, and hands-on activities for child...
06/04/2026

Stop by the Park City Community Center on Mon., June 8 at 3:30PM for crafts, robotics, and hands-on activities for children and families. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun. No registration required. See more details here: https://wnpl.libnet.info/event/15614352
Park City IL Community Events/Eventos de la Comunidad Park City IL

Visita el Park City Community Center el lunes 8 de junio a las 3:30PM para manualidades, robótica y actividades prácticas para niños y familias. Todo el mundo es bienvenido a unirse a la diversión. No es necesario registrarse. Consulta más detalles aquí: https://wnpl.libnet.info/event/15614352

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Summer fun starts this week! Neighborhood Nights return Wed., June 3 at 5:30PM at Betty Russell Park. Enjoy games, activ...
06/02/2026

Summer fun starts this week! Neighborhood Nights return Wed., June 3 at 5:30PM at Betty Russell Park. Enjoy games, activities, and more as we bring the fun to neighborhoods across Gurnee. Presented in partnership with the Gurnee Park District. For more details visit: https://wnpl.libnet.info/event/16622466

¡La diversión veraniega empieza esta semana! Las Noches de Barrio vuelven el miércoles 3 de junio a las 5:30PM en Betty Russell Park. Disfruta de juegos, actividades y mucho más mientras llevamos la diversión a los barrios de todo Gurnee. Presentado en colaboración con el Distrito de Parques de Gurnee. Para más detalles visita: https://wnpl.libnet.info/event/16622466

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We are seeking authors who would like to promote their work at a dedicated table and/or participate in an author panel d...
06/02/2026

We are seeking authors who would like to promote their work at a dedicated table and/or participate in an author panel discussion at our Local Author Fair on Mon., July 13. If you’re interested in being part of this exciting event, fill out the author application form on our website: https://www.wnpl.info/local-author-fair/

Buscamos autores que quieran promocionar su trabajo en una mesa dedicada y/o participar en una mesa redonda de autores en nuestra Feria Local de Autores el lunes 13 de julio. Si te interesa formar parte de este emocionante evento, rellena el formulario de solicitud de autor en nuestra página web: https://www.wnpl.info/local-author-fair/

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Address

224 N O'Plaine Road
Gurnee, IL
60031

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+18472445150

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