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LIBRARY CLOSED FOR STAFF TRAINING

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
McHenry Public Library District
Closing
Branches:
McHenry Public Library District

Stamping with Mallory

Saturday, December 13, 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!

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 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.
hands holding knitting needles in a heart

Craft & Chat

Monday, December 15, 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! 

ozobots and colored lines

Ozobots®

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
S.T.E.M./ Maker
Age Group:
Children

Come to the library to code with Ozobots®!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: S.T.E.M./ Maker
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come to the library to code with Ozobots®!

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.
Our Mutual Friend by Charles Dickens

Classic Book Group

Monday, December 15, 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 "Our Mutual Friend" by Charles Dickens. 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 "Our Mutual Friend" by Charles Dickens. 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.
Virtual Storytime

Storytime for Little Ones (Virtual)

All Day
Watch on YouTube at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime, Virtual
Age Group:
Infants, Toddlers

Stories, songs, and rhymes - oh my! Geared towards babies and toddlers, this virtual storytime features a new theme every week.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Watch on YouTube
Age Group: Infants, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime, Virtual
Event Description:

Stories, songs, and rhymes - oh my! Geared towards babies and toddlers, this virtual storytime features a new theme every week.

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.

YouTube

The YouTube video will be released on the Library's YouTube Channel starting today. Click HERE to visit the Library’s YouTube Channel.

Books and Boards Homeschool Support Group

Books and Boards

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth

Introducing Books and Boards, a support group for homeschool children and their families to read independently and play board games. All groups and ages are welcome!

Cancelled
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Description:

Introducing Books and Boards, a support group for homeschool children and their families to read independently and play board games. All groups and ages are welcome!

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.
Shark and Bot by Brian Yanish

Family Graphic Novel Club

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room (Room 124) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Discussion Group
Age Group:
Children

We will read a book together and do an activity while we discuss the book. This month's pick is Shark and Bot by Brian Yanish.

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

We will read a book together and do an activity while we discuss the book. This month's pick is Shark and Bot by Brian Yanish.

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.

MPLD Board Meeting

Tuesday, December 16, 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, December 17, 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.
Winter Storytime

Hora de cuento invernal / Winter Storytime

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Bilingual, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool Children, Children, En español, Preescolar, Niños

¡Ven a celebrar una nevada de hora de cuentos y una súper divertida manualidad! (Para edades de 3 - 9 años)


Come celebrate a super fun snowy storytime and craft! (For ages 3 - 9 years)

 

 

 

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

¡Ven a celebrar una nevada de hora de cuentos y una súper divertida manualidad! (Para edades de 3 - 9 años)


Come celebrate a super fun snowy storytime and craft! (For ages 3 - 9 years)

 

 

 

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.

Red berries on a snow covered tree with text that says Winter Bash

Winter Bash

Thursday, December 18, 2025 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 Miss Skye and Miss Bertha for this year’s Winter Bash! We will read winter-themed stories and make a winter-themed 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 Miss Skye and Miss Bertha for this year’s Winter Bash! We will read winter-themed stories and make a winter-themed 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.
Sensory Story Time

Sensory Play Storytime

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Infants, Toddlers

Stories come to life with Sensory Play Storytime. Interactive aspects such as ASL words of the day and sensory bin play are perfect for toddlers and parents to practice together.

 

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

Stories come to life with Sensory Play Storytime. Interactive aspects such as ASL words of the day and sensory bin play are perfect for toddlers and parents to practice together.

 

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.
colorful mosaic penguin art

Art Lab

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Let’s use an art technique with tape and paint to create a penguin masterpiece!

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

Let’s use an art technique with tape and paint to create a penguin masterpiece!

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.
Lego® bricks

Lego® Builders Junior

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
S.T.E.M./ Maker
Age Group:
Preschool Children

 Come to the library to build with Lego® bricks! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children
Program Type: S.T.E.M./ Maker
Registration Required
Event Description:

 Come to the library to build with Lego® bricks! 

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.
Lego® bricks

Lego® Builders

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
S.T.E.M./ Maker
Age Group:
Children

Come to the library to build with Lego® bricks! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: S.T.E.M./ Maker
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come to the library to build with Lego® bricks! 

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.

Library Closed for Holiday

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
McHenry Public Library District
Closing
Branches:
McHenry Public Library District
handmade journal with colorful pages

Junk Journaling

Saturday, December 27, 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

Prepare for the New Year and express your creativity by assembling a handmade journal using an assortment of upcycled materials.

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:

Prepare for the New Year and express your creativity by assembling a handmade journal using an assortment of upcycled materials.

Snowman made of white play dough

Little Explorers

Monday, December 29, 2025 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 create winter shapes out of snow dough!

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 create winter shapes out of snow dough!

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.
hands holding knitting needles in a heart

Craft & Chat

Monday, December 29, 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! 

Happy Noon Year in gold writing against blue background with gold stars and clock

Noon Year's Eve

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Preschool Children

3, 2,1 Happy Noon Year! Come ring in the new year with Miss Skye. We’ll sing songs, read books, make a craft, and get ready for the big countdown at noon!

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

3, 2,1 Happy Noon Year! Come ring in the new year with Miss Skye. We’ll sing songs, read books, make a craft, and get ready for the big countdown at noon!

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.

Library Closed for Holiday

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
McHenry Public Library District
Closing
Branches:
McHenry Public Library District
Sensory Story Time

Sensory Play Storytime

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Infants, Toddlers

Stories come to life with Sensory Play Storytime. Interactive aspects such as ASL words of the day and sensory bin play are perfect for toddlers and parents to practice together.

 

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

Stories come to life with Sensory Play Storytime. Interactive aspects such as ASL words of the day and sensory bin play are perfect for toddlers and parents to practice together.

 

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.
hands holding knitting needles in a heart

Craft & Chat

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
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.