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Living Trust & Estate Planning

Estate Planning Fundamentals

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Speaker/ Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Planning for the future isn’t just about finances—it’s about peace of mind. Join us for an informative session on the fundamentals of estate planning, designed to help you protect your loved ones and ensure your wishes are carried out. 

Upcoming
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:

Planning for the future isn’t just about finances—it’s about peace of mind. Join us for an informative session on the fundamentals of estate planning, designed to help you protect your loved ones and ensure your wishes are carried out. 

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.
Paul Lisnek, an olive-skin male with gray and black hair and a large smile, wearing a rich blue suit jacket and matching paisley bow tie over a white button-up dress shirt.

An Evening with Paul Lisnek

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Live on Zoom at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Speaker/ Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

We are thrilled to welcome back WGN-TV's Paul Lisnek. Lisnek will speak about Illinois politics as well as help prepare participants for the upcoming Midterm Elections in November. 

Virtual Event
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Live on Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation
Event Description:

We are thrilled to welcome back WGN-TV's Paul Lisnek. Lisnek will speak about Illinois politics as well as help prepare participants for the upcoming Midterm Elections in November. 

Disclaimer(s)

Zoom

Register with your email address so we can send you the Zoom link before the program. You can access the program virtually on your computer, tablet or smartphone. To learn how to join a Zoom program, click HERE.

Rustic sourdough sliced on a cutting board with starter in a glass jar.

Sourdough Basics

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Speaker/ Presentation, Other
Age Group:
Adults

Lindsay from Pink Kitchen Breads will teach us all about sourdough, the starter process, and baking yummy goods. Attendees will go home with their own starter! 

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

Lindsay from Pink Kitchen Breads will teach us all about sourdough, the starter process, and baking yummy goods. Attendees will go home with their own starter! 

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.
Disaster Recovery Plan

Severe Event Training with Jim Kusz

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Speaker/ Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Learn what severe events have struck our region and how to prepare for them in the future.

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

Learn what severe events have struck our region and how to prepare for them in the future.

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.
Illinois Libraries Present: Still Afraid of the Dark: An Evening with R.L. Stine Tuesday, February 24 | 7-8 PM CST

ILP: Still Afraid of the Dark: An Evening with R.L. Stine

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Live on Zoom at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Register here: https://bit.ly/ILPStine and select MPLD as your library! 

Virtual Event
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Live on Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual
Event Description:

Register here: https://bit.ly/ILPStine and select MPLD as your library!