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The Marlow Murder Club by Robert Thorogood

Mystery Book Discussion Group

Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room East (Room 135) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults

Read and discuss "The Marlow Murder Club" by Robert Thorogood. Copies are available at the Checkout Desk or through a Curbside Pickup appointment. Digital editions may be available from Libby or Hoopla.

Mystery Book Discussion Group:

Copies of the title are available at the Checkout Desk or through a Curbside Pickup appointment.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion Group
Registration Required
Event Description:

Read and discuss "The Marlow Murder Club" by Robert Thorogood. Copies are available at the Checkout Desk or through a Curbside Pickup appointment. Digital editions may be available from Libby or Hoopla.

Mystery Book Discussion Group

Copies of the title are available at the Checkout Desk or through a Curbside Pickup appointment.

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.
McHenry Police

Coffee with the Chief

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Speaker/ Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Coffee with Police Chief John Birk will begin with a topical presentation or guest speaker. Chief Birk will provide an overview of events or criminal activity within the city over the past month, allowing residents to stay informed.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation
Registration Required
Event Description:

Coffee with Police Chief John Birk will begin with a topical presentation or guest speaker. Chief Birk will provide an overview of events or criminal activity within the city over the past month, allowing residents to stay informed.

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.
Game Dice

Wednesday Table Top Games

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room East (Room 135) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games. You can bring your own games to share or enjoy one from our collection.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games. You can bring your own games to share or enjoy one from our collection.

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.
ghost line drawing

Creepy Craft Night at MPLD

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for hot apple cider and a night of pumpkin season crafting! 

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

Join us for hot apple cider and a night of pumpkin season crafting! 

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.

Stamping with Mallory

Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join Mallory as she leads us through stamping seasonal cards!

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

Join Mallory as she leads us through stamping seasonal cards!

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.

Internal meeting

Monday, October 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room West (Room 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Internal Meeting
Age Group:
Adults

Staff review

Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Internal Meeting
Event Description:

Staff review

hands holding knitting needles in a heart

Craft & Chat

Monday, October 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room (Room 124) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Bring an unfinished project or start a new one while meeting new friends from the area! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Bring an unfinished project or start a new one while meeting new friends from the area! 

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.
Uterus made of of red, white and pink flowers against a half-red and half-white background. A Caucasian hand reaches out caringly toward the flowers.

Menopause 101

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Speaker/ Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

World Menopause Day is October 18! Break the stigma by learning more about menopause, perimenopause, and supporting your physical and emotional well-being during these changes with OBGYNs from Mercyhealth.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation
Registration Required
Event Description:

World Menopause Day is October 18! Break the stigma by learning more about menopause, perimenopause, and supporting your physical and emotional well-being during these changes with OBGYNs from Mercyhealth.

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.
Game Dice

Wednesday Table Top Games

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room East (Room 135) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games. You can bring your own games to share or enjoy one from our collection.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games. You can bring your own games to share or enjoy one from our collection.

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.
Tech Support

Tech Drop-In

Friday, October 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room (Room 124) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

Do you have a device that you can't figure out? New to the "cloud" and have no idea where to start? Drop in and get help from our knowledgeable librarians!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Description:

Do you have a device that you can't figure out? New to the "cloud" and have no idea where to start? Drop in and get help from our knowledgeable librarians!

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.
The Phantom of the Opera by Gaston Laroux

Classic Book Group

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room (Room 124) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults

Read and discuss "The Phantom of the Opera" by Gaston Leroux. Copies are available at the Checkout Desk or through a Curbside Pickup appointment. Digital editions may be available from Libby or Hoopla.

Classic Book Discussion Group:

If you enjoy classic titles that stand the test of time, join us monthly for a lively discussion after you read the selected book. Copies of the book are available at the Checkout ...

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion Group
Registration Required
Event Description:

Read and discuss "The Phantom of the Opera" by Gaston Leroux. Copies are available at the Checkout Desk or through a Curbside Pickup appointment. Digital editions may be available from Libby or Hoopla.

Classic Book Discussion Group

If you enjoy classic titles that stand the test of time, join us monthly for a lively discussion after you read the selected book. Copies of the book are available at the Checkout Desk or through a curbside pickup appointment.

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.

MPLD Board Meeting

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Age Group:
Adults

The public is welcome to attend.

Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Adults
Event Description:

The public is welcome to attend.

Game Dice

Wednesday Table Top Games

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room East (Room 135) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games. You can bring your own games to share or enjoy one from our collection.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games. You can bring your own games to share or enjoy one from our collection.

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.
dia de los muertos poster

MPLD Community Ofrenda

All Day 10/25 - 11/2
McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Youth, All Ages, En español, Adultos, Niños

Tendremos un altar/ofrenda para celebrar El Día de los Muertos que será accesible toda la semana. Pase para aprender acerca de los símbolos y tradiciones. Si desea puede agregar una foto de un ser querido.

Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Age Group: Adults, Youth, All Ages, En español, Adultos, Niños
Program Type: Other
Event Description:

Tendremos un altar/ofrenda para celebrar El Día de los Muertos que será accesible toda la semana. Pase para aprender acerca de los símbolos y tradiciones. Si desea puede agregar una foto de un ser querido.

Mary Kubica

An Evening with Mary Kubica

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Speaker/ Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

A coalition of McHenry County public libraries are pleased to host Mary Kubica on Monday, October 27th at 7 p.m.

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation
Registration Required
Event Description:

A coalition of McHenry County public libraries are pleased to host Mary Kubica on Monday, October 27th at 7 p.m.

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.
Game Dice

Wednesday Table Top Games

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room East (Room 135) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games. You can bring your own games to share or enjoy one from our collection.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games. You can bring your own games to share or enjoy one from our collection.

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.
Highway of Tears book on a red patterned cloth

NEW! True Crime Book Group

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room (Room 124) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults

Read and discuss "Highway of Tears" by Jessica McDiarmid. Copies are available at the Checkout Desk or through a Curbside Pickup appointment. Digital editions may be available from Libby or Hoopla. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion Group
Registration Required
Event Description:

Read and discuss "Highway of Tears" by Jessica McDiarmid. Copies are available at the Checkout Desk or through a Curbside Pickup appointment. Digital editions may be available from Libby or Hoopla. 

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.
Game Dice

Wednesday Table Top Games

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room East (Room 135) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games. You can bring your own games to share or enjoy one from our collection.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games. You can bring your own games to share or enjoy one from our collection.

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.
Game Dice

Wednesday Table Top Games

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room East (Room 135) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games. You can bring your own games to share or enjoy one from our collection.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games. You can bring your own games to share or enjoy one from our collection.

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.

MPLD Board Meeting

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Age Group:
Adults

The public is welcome to attend.

Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Adults
Event Description:

The public is welcome to attend.

Game Dice

Wednesday Table Top Games

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room East (Room 135) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games. You can bring your own games to share or enjoy one from our collection.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games. You can bring your own games to share or enjoy one from our collection.

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.

Internal meeting

Monday, December 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room West (Room 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Internal Meeting
Age Group:
Adults

Staff review

Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Internal Meeting
Event Description:

Staff review

Game Dice

Wednesday Table Top Games

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room East (Room 135) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games. You can bring your own games to share or enjoy one from our collection.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games. You can bring your own games to share or enjoy one from our collection.

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.
Game Dice

Wednesday Table Top Games

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room East (Room 135) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games. You can bring your own games to share or enjoy one from our collection.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games. You can bring your own games to share or enjoy one from our collection.

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.