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The countdown is on – just three weeks until the 63rd Annual Friends of the Waco-McLennan County Library Book Sale kicks...
10/22/2026

The countdown is on – just three weeks until the 63rd Annual Friends of the Waco-McLennan County Library Book Sale kicks off!

Get ready for four days of incredible deals on thousands of books, records, DVDs, CDs, puzzles, and more!

Mark your calendar to join us: November 12 – 15, 2026!

πŸ‘‰ Get more event details Waco-Texas.com/BookSale

10/21/2026

The Literary Haunted House is BACK Oct. 24& 26-31 at South Waco Library.
Your favorite villains are off the page, the potions are bubbling, and the library is looking a little… different.
Enter at your own risk. πŸ‘€
Check out our online calendar for more information.

Calendar.wacolibrary.org

Happy National Friends of the Library Week! πŸ“šβ€οΈThis week, we're celebrating the amazing Friends of the Waco-McLennan Cou...
10/20/2026

Happy National Friends of the Library Week! πŸ“šβ€οΈ

This week, we're celebrating the amazing Friends of the Waco-McLennan County Library!

Through their generosity, volunteer efforts, and continued support, our Friends help make our libraries even better places to learn, connect, and grow.

Thank you for your dedication to our libraries and for helping bring the joy of reading and learning to our community! We couldn't do it without you!

10/19/2026

Last week genealogy enthusiasts gathered at the West Waco Library & Genealogy Center for the 25th Annual Genealogy Lock-in!

From beginners to experienced researchers, attendees explored their family roots, learned new research techniques, and connected with local heritage organizations. With help from library staff, volunteers, and genealogy experts, it was a day full of discovery!

West Waco Library was proud to serve as the lead location for this annual event, partnering with more than 75 libraries!

🌟 Want to explore more? Visit WacoLibrary.org to discover upcoming library events and programs!

The Great Waco Duck Race is BACK! πŸ’›Thousands of ducks. One BIG race. All for a great cause! πŸ“šJoin us this Sunday, Octobe...
10/15/2026

The Great Waco Duck Race is BACK! πŸ’›

Thousands of ducks. One BIG race. All for a great cause! πŸ“š

Join us this Sunday, October 18th, in Indian Spring Park for an afternoon of family fun supporting Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of McLennan County, helping provide FREE books to local children every month!

Enjoy food trucks, games, crafts, storytimes, and more from 12 pm to 3 pm!

Here's the lineup:
πŸ“– 12:15 PM – Hewitt Library Storytime
🎢 12:45 PM – Music Class with Cen Tex Music
πŸ“– 1:15 PM – Storytime with Ms. Stacy
πŸ¦† 2:00 PM – The Duck Dump!
πŸ“– 2:15 PM – Storytime with Ms. Rachel
πŸ† 2:45 PM – Duck Race Winner Announced!

Bring the whole family and get ready for a quack-tastic afternoon of fun for a great cause! πŸ¦†πŸ’›

Heads up, folks!All Library branches will be closed Monday, October 12th, for Staff Development.We'll see you back in pe...
10/10/2026

Heads up, folks!

All Library branches will be closed Monday, October 12th, for Staff Development.

We'll see you back in person on Tuesday!

Ready to dig into your family history? πŸ”ŽJoin us for the 25th Annual Genealogy Lock-In on Friday, October 16!Whether you’...
10/07/2026

Ready to dig into your family history? πŸ”Ž

Join us for the 25th Annual Genealogy Lock-In on Friday, October 16!

Whether you’re brand new to genealogy or have been researching your family tree for years, spend the day learning from genealogy experts and discovering new resources to help with your research.

We’ll have beginner-friendly sessions and more advanced topics throughout the day. Stay for the full Lock-In or come for the sessions that interest you most!

πŸ“… Friday, October 16
πŸ“ Waco-McLennan County Library

See the full schedule and details: Waco-Texas.com/Lockin

WACO LIBRARY β€” The West Waco Library & Genealogy Center has turned the page on a fresh new chapter!After a month-long cl...
10/06/2026

WACO LIBRARY β€” The West Waco Library & Genealogy Center has turned the page on a fresh new chapter!

After a month-long closure for updates, the library welcomed patrons back last week with a refreshed look, including new flooring, accessibility improvements, and fresh paint throughout the space.

Visitors celebrated the reopening with cookies and refreshments while getting their first look at the improvements!

Haven’t stopped by yet? Come check out the updates, find your next great read, explore your family history, work on a puzzle, or simply find a cozy spot to relax and stay awhile.

πŸ“ 5301 Bosque Blvd, Waco, TX 76710

πŸ•’ M: 10 am – 8 pm
πŸ•’ Tues, W, F, Sat: 10 am – 6 pm
πŸ•’ Thur: 10 am – 8 pm
πŸ•’ Sun: Closed

We’re excited to welcome you back!

New Month, New Programs! πŸŽ‰Check out all the fun happening at Waco-McLennan County Library this month at calendar.wacolib...
10/05/2026

New Month, New Programs! πŸŽ‰
Check out all the fun happening at Waco-McLennan County Library this month at calendar.wacolibrary.org. And bonus, they are all free!
πŸ“… Something for every age!
πŸ”Ž Sort by age or category
πŸ’Ύ Save events straight to your phone

10/01/2026

The West Waco Library has officially reopened! πŸŽ‰

We are open until 8 pm today - stop by, grab a cookie, and check out the refreshed space!

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Waco, TX
76700-76799

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm

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