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Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool Children

Books, music, and activities! We'll feature a new theme every session.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Description:

Books, music, and activities! We'll feature a new theme every session.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

No Caregiver

For children without a caregiver. Caregiver must remain in building during program.
Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool Children

Books, music, and activities! We'll feature a new theme every session.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Description:

Books, music, and activities! We'll feature a new theme every session.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

No Caregiver

For children without a caregiver. Caregiver must remain in building during program.
Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool Children

Books, music, and activities! We'll feature a new theme every session.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Description:

Books, music, and activities! We'll feature a new theme every session.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

No Caregiver

For children without a caregiver. Caregiver must remain in building during program.
colorful lines with oil pastels and watercolors

Mini Masterpieces

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool Children

Experiment with oil pastels and watercolors to make some fun art!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Experiment with oil pastels and watercolors to make some fun art!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Caregivers

This program is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.
Cuentos & Craft

Cuentos & Crafts

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Age Group:
Preschool Children, Children, En español

Escucha un cuento y luego crea una manualidad inspirada en la historia. ¡Diversión e imaginación para niños de 3-9 años!

 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children, Children, En español
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Registration Required
Event Description:

Escucha un cuento y luego crea una manualidad inspirada en la historia. ¡Diversión e imaginación para niños de 3-9 años!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accessibility Spanish

La biblioteca hace lo mejor posible para asegurar que todos puedan acceder a los eventos. Si tiene alguna preocupación en cuestión de accesibilidad o requiere ciertas  acomodaciones no dude en contactarnos.

Play-Doh®

Play-Doh® Party ¡Fiesta!

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Age Group:
Preschool Children, Children, En español

Join us for a colorful Play-Doh® fiesta! Kids from ages 3 to 9 can sculpt, squish, and create at fun hands-on stations. Come play and make something amazing!

 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children, Children, En español
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a colorful Play-Doh® fiesta! Kids from ages 3 to 9 can sculpt, squish, and create at fun hands-on stations. Come play and make something amazing!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accessibility Spanish

La biblioteca hace lo mejor posible para asegurar que todos puedan acceder a los eventos. Si tiene alguna preocupación en cuestión de accesibilidad o requiere ciertas  acomodaciones no dude en contactarnos.

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool Children

Books, music, and activities! We'll feature a new theme every session.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Description:

Books, music, and activities! We'll feature a new theme every session.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

No Caregiver

For children without a caregiver. Caregiver must remain in building during program.
Artwork with blue background yellow, purple, and red dots, and black trees

Spring Artzy Thursday

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children

Calling all artists! Celebrate Spring by creating a forest of trees using cotton swabs!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Calling all artists! Celebrate Spring by creating a forest of trees using cotton swabs!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Caregivers

This program is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.
two glasses with colorful paper towel between them

Little Explorers

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool Children

Let's grow a rainbow!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Let's grow a rainbow!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Caregivers

This program is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.
Cuentos & Craft

Cuentos & Crafts

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Age Group:
Preschool Children, Children

Escucha un cuento y luego crea una manualidad inspirada en la historia. ¡Diversión e imaginación para niños de 3-9 años!

 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Registration Required
Event Description:

Escucha un cuento y luego crea una manualidad inspirada en la historia. ¡Diversión e imaginación para niños de 3-9 años!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accessibility Spanish

La biblioteca hace lo mejor posible para asegurar que todos puedan acceder a los eventos. Si tiene alguna preocupación en cuestión de accesibilidad o requiere ciertas  acomodaciones no dude en contactarnos.

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool Children

Books, music, and activities! We'll feature a new theme every session.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Description:

Books, music, and activities! We'll feature a new theme every session.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

No Caregiver

For children without a caregiver. Caregiver must remain in building during program.
hand holding a clothespin and sponge painting

Mini Masterpieces

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool Children

Use sponge painting to create some fun designs!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Use sponge painting to create some fun designs!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Caregivers

This program is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.
Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool Children

Books, music, and activities! We'll feature a new theme every session.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Description:

Books, music, and activities! We'll feature a new theme every session.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

No Caregiver

For children without a caregiver. Caregiver must remain in building during program.
Children's Book Week logo

Picture Book Bingo

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Age Group:
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children

Celebrate Children’s Book Week with Picture Book Bingo! 

 

https://everychildareader.net/cbw/

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children
Registration Required
Event Description:

Celebrate Children’s Book Week with Picture Book Bingo! 

 

https://everychildareader.net/cbw/

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Caregivers

This program is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.
Mother's Day Storytime with flowers

Mother's Day Storytime

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children

Join us as we celebrate mothers and all important parental figures with a special storytime and craft.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us as we celebrate mothers and all important parental figures with a special storytime and craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Caregivers

This program is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

No Siblings

No older siblings, please.
Cuentos & Craft

Cuentos & Crafts

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Age Group:
Preschool Children, Children

Escucha un cuento y luego crea una manualidad inspirada en la historia. ¡Diversión e imaginación para niños de 3-9 años!

 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Registration Required
Event Description:

Escucha un cuento y luego crea una manualidad inspirada en la historia. ¡Diversión e imaginación para niños de 3-9 años!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accessibility Spanish

La biblioteca hace lo mejor posible para asegurar que todos puedan acceder a los eventos. Si tiene alguna preocupación en cuestión de accesibilidad o requiere ciertas  acomodaciones no dude en contactarnos.

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool Children

Books, music, and activities! We'll feature a new theme every session.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Description:

Books, music, and activities! We'll feature a new theme every session.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

No Caregiver

For children without a caregiver. Caregiver must remain in building during program.