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1 de 3 personas mayores muere con Alzheimer u otra demencia.

Información Para Entender la Enfermedad de Alzheimer y la Demencia

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Speaker/ Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Aprenda información básica acerca de la diferencia entre Alzheimer y demencia, etapas, factores de riesgo, investigación y tratamientos aprobados por la FDA, la Administración...

Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Description:

Aprenda información básica acerca de la diferencia entre Alzheimer y demencia, etapas, factores de riesgo, investigación y tratamientos aprobados por la FDA, la Administración de Alimentos y Medicamentos de los Estados Unidos.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Story time for little ones

Storytime for Little Ones (Virtual)

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

Stories, songs, and rhymes - oh my! Geared towards babies and toddlers, this 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 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.

AARP Free Tax Aid

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Conference Room (Room 124) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Adultos
Event Description:

The Tax-Aide program will run Mondays - Wednesdays from February 4 through April 9, 2025. AARP’s Tax-Aide Program is a volunteer-based program that provides FREE tax preparation h...

Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Adults, Adultos
Program Type: Other
Event Description:

The Tax-Aide program will run Mondays - Wednesdays from February 4 through April 9, 2025.

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 Polish

Nasza biblioteka robi wszystko co tylko możliwe aby wszyscy mogli skorzystać z naszych programów. Jeżeli mają państwo jakiekolwiek pytania dotyczące dostępności lub specyficzne potrzeby prosimy o skontaktowanie się  z biblioteką.

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.

Internal Library Meetings

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room East (Room 135) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Internal Meeting
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Program Type: Internal Meeting
boy reading to dog

Read Fur Fun

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room East (Room 135) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Description:

Come to the library to read to a licensed therapy dog. Dog owner will be present. This program is for kids in grades K through 5.  Sign up for a slot by stopping by or call...

Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Description:

Come to the library to read to a licensed therapy dog. Dog owner will be present. This program is for kids in grades K through 5. 

Sign up for a slot by stopping by or calling the library.

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 badge

Coffee with the Chief

Tuesday, February 4, 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
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 ...

Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 38
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.
HEART SHAPED PENGUIN

Pingüino en forma de corazón / Heart-Shaped Penguin

All Day
Watch on YouTube at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Virtual
Age Group:
Preschool Children, Children, Preescolar, Niños
Event Description:

 ¿Interesado en hacer una manualidad? ¡Registrate para recoger un kit para llevar a casa! Interested in making a craft? Register to pick up a take-home kit!  

Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Watch on YouTube
Age Group: Preschool Children, Children, Preescolar, Niños
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Description:

 ¿Interesado en hacer una manualidad? ¡Registrate para recoger un kit para llevar a casa!

Interested in making a craft? Register to pick up a take-home kit!

 

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.

Kit (35)

The first 35 kids who register should pick up an activity kit at the Questions Desk either in person or through a curbside pickup appointment before the program.

Kit - Spanish

Los primeros 25 niños que se registren podrán recoger un kit para esta actividad. El personal se comunicará con los registrados una semana antes del evento para proporcionarles los detalles de la recogida.

YouTube

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

YouTube - Spanish

Un evento grabado en YouTube se lanzará hoy en el canal de YouTube de la Biblioteca. Haga clic AQUÍ para visitar el canal de YouTube de la biblioteca.

Lincoln Story League Meeting

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)

AARP Free Tax Aid

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Conference Room (Room 124) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Adultos
Event Description:

The Tax-Aide program will run Mondays - Wednesdays from February 4 through April 9, 2025. AARP’s Tax-Aide Program is a volunteer-based program that provides FREE tax preparation h...

Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Adults, Adultos
Program Type: Other
Event Description:

The Tax-Aide program will run Mondays - Wednesdays from February 4 through April 9, 2025.

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 Polish

Nasza biblioteka robi wszystko co tylko możliwe aby wszyscy mogli skorzystać z naszych programów. Jeżeli mają państwo jakiekolwiek pytania dotyczące dostępności lub specyficzne potrzeby prosimy o skontaktowanie się  z biblioteką.

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.

Game Dice

Wednesday Table Top Games

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

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

Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.
pink and red fleece tied Valentine's Day wreath

Tween Craft n’ Sip: Heart Wreath

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Description:

Creativity and drinks are plentiful this month as we create our own Heart Shaped Wreath!

Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Creativity and drinks are plentiful this month as we create our own Heart Shaped Wreath!

Mr. Mercedes by Stephen King

Mystery Book Discussion Group

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room East (Room 135) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Book Discussion Group
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Read and discuss "Mr. Mercedes" by Stephen King. Copies are available at the Checkout Desk or through a Curbside Pickup appointment. Digital editions may be available fro...

Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion Group
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Read and discuss "Mr. Mercedes" by Stephen King. 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.

LIBRARY CLOSED FOR STAFF TRAINING

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
McHenry Public Library District
Closing
Branches:
McHenry Public Library District
A red envelope with brown paper heart cut into it, on top of a pile of other red envelopes.

Stamping with Mallory

Saturday, February 8, 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
Event Description:

Join us for a stamping craft with Mallory! 

Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Join us for a stamping craft with Mallory! 

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.
purple popsicle stick love monster

February Take Home Craft: Craft Stick Love Monster

All Day 2/9 - 2/15
McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth
Event Description:

Make a craft stick love monster! Come to the Questions Desk or schedule a curbside pickup of this craft beginning February 9. Available while supplies last.   

Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Make a craft stick love monster! Come to the Questions Desk or schedule a curbside pickup of this craft beginning February 9. Available while supplies last. 

 

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.

AARP Free Tax Aid

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Conference Room (Room 124) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Adultos
Event Description:

The Tax-Aide program will run Mondays - Wednesdays from February 4 through April 9, 2025. AARP’s Tax-Aide Program is a volunteer-based program that provides FREE tax preparation h...

Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Adults, Adultos
Program Type: Other
Event Description:

The Tax-Aide program will run Mondays - Wednesdays from February 4 through April 9, 2025.

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 Polish

Nasza biblioteka robi wszystko co tylko możliwe aby wszyscy mogli skorzystać z naszych programów. Jeżeli mają państwo jakiekolwiek pytania dotyczące dostępności lub specyficzne potrzeby prosimy o skontaktowanie się  z biblioteką.

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.

Story time for little ones

Storytime for Little Ones!

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Infants, Toddlers
Event Description:

Stories, songs, and rhymes - oh my! Geared towards babies and toddlers, this storytime features a new theme each week as well as a take home craft.

Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Infants, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Stories, songs, and rhymes - oh my! Geared towards babies and toddlers, this storytime features a new theme each week as well as a take home 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.
Inside a groundhog’s burrow by Rex Ruby

STEM Me a Story

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
S.T.E.M./ Maker
Age Group:
Children
Event Description:

Book: Inside a Groundhog’s Burrow by Rex Ruby Activity: Build a burrow for a groundhog

Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Book: Inside a Groundhog’s Burrow by Rex Ruby

Activity: Build a burrow for a groundhog

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.
hora de cuento

Hora de Cuentos

All Day
Watch on YouTube at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Bilingual, Storytime, Virtual
Age Group:
Preschool Children, Children, Preescolar, Niños
Event Description:

¡Haremos cuentos bilingües, rimas, música, baile y más para niños interesados en escuchar ambos idiomas! Para niños de 3-9 años y sus padres o proveedores de cuidado. Bilingual ...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Watch on YouTube
Age Group: Preschool Children, Children, Preescolar, Niños
Program Type: Bilingual, Storytime, Virtual
Event Description:

¡Haremos cuentos bilingües, rimas, música, baile y más para niños interesados en escuchar ambos idiomas! Para niños de 3-9 años y sus padres o proveedores de cuidado.

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.

YouTube

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

YouTube - Spanish

Un evento grabado en YouTube se lanzará hoy en el canal de YouTube de la Biblioteca. Haga clic AQUÍ para visitar el canal de YouTube de la biblioteca.

AARP Free Tax Aid

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Conference Room (Room 124) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Adultos
Event Description:

The Tax-Aide program will run Mondays - Wednesdays from February 4 through April 9, 2025. AARP’s Tax-Aide Program is a volunteer-based program that provides FREE tax preparation h...

Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Adults, Adultos
Program Type: Other
Event Description:

The Tax-Aide program will run Mondays - Wednesdays from February 4 through April 9, 2025.

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 Polish

Nasza biblioteka robi wszystko co tylko możliwe aby wszyscy mogli skorzystać z naszych programów. Jeżeli mają państwo jakiekolwiek pytania dotyczące dostępności lub specyficzne potrzeby prosimy o skontaktowanie się  z biblioteką.

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, February 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool Children
Event Description:

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

Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Books, music, and activities! We'll feature 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.

No Caregiver

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

Internal Library Meetings

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 1:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room East (Room 135) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Internal Meeting
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Program Type: Internal Meeting
Dungeons and Dragons dice and map

Dungeons and Dragons- High School Edition

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room West (Room 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Join us at the library and make (or take) a character with an experienced Dungeon Master as we play the 5th edition of this fantasy role-playing game.

Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Join us at the library and make (or take) a character with an experienced Dungeon Master as we play the 5th edition of this fantasy role-playing game.

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.
logo de leamos en inglés

Leamos en Inglés

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room East (Room 135) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
En español, Adultos
Event Description:

¿Le gustaría aprender Inglés conversacional y vocabulario? Practique y lea en grupo. Empezamos con lo más básico, todos niveles de conocimiento son bienvenidos. Hay la opción de as...

Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: En español, Adultos
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

¿Le gustaría aprender Inglés conversacional y vocabulario? Practique y lea en grupo. Empezamos con lo más básico, todos niveles de conocimiento son bienvenidos. Hay la opción de asistir en línea por Zoom. 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Zoom - Spanish

Puede acceder a la discusión usando su computadora, tableta o teléfono inteligente usando Zoom. SE REQUIERE SU DIRECCIÓN DE CORREO ELECTRÓNICO para que podamos enviarle un correo electrónico antes del programa. Para saber cómo unirse a una reunión de Zoom, haga clic AQUÍ.