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Glass Jar windchime with beads hanging from a tree

Upcycled Windchimes

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Express your creativity by designing a windchime utilizing 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:

Express your creativity by designing a windchime utilizing upcycled materials! 

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.
Bright, vibrant tulips in oranges yellows and reds against a clear blue sky.

Stamping with Mallory

Saturday, August 23, 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.
Wind chimes with red, pink, and yellow washers

Art Lab

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

This month we will make wind chimes with washers!

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:

This month we will make wind chimes with washers!

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.
Manualidad arte de diamante

Diamond Art Craft / Manualidad arte de diamente

Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room East (Room 135) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, En Español
Age Group:
Adults, En español, Adultos

¿Le gustaría aprender una nueva técnica artística llamada "Pintura de Diamante"? Los invitamos a inscribirse para aprender cómo se utilizan pequeñas cuentas brillantes para crear diseños tipo mosaico.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Adults, En español, Adultos
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, En Español
Registration Required
Event Description:

¿Le gustaría aprender una nueva técnica artística llamada "Pintura de Diamante"? Los invitamos a inscribirse para aprender cómo se utilizan pequeñas cuentas brillantes para crear diseños tipo mosaico.

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.

handprint towels

Mini Masterpieces

Wednesday, September 3, 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 one-of-a-kind handprint tea towels for Grandparent’s Day!

 

 

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 one-of-a-kind handprint tea towels for Grandparent’s Day!

 

 

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.
Morse code bracelet

Teen and Tween Craft n’ Sip: Morse Code Bracelets and Keychains

Thursday, September 4, 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, Teens

Creativity and drinks are aplenty as you create a secret message on a keychain or bracelet.

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

Creativity and drinks are aplenty as you create a secret message on a keychain or bracelet.

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.
ball of blue yarn with crochet hook

Crochet Club

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room West (Room 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Come to the library to learn how to crochet or work on your latest project! All levels welcome. Bring your own project and yarn or participate in a simple project.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come to the library to learn how to crochet or work on your latest project! All levels welcome. Bring your own project and yarn or participate in a simple project.

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.
popsicle stick apple with red construction paper

September Take Home Craft: Popsicle Stick Apple

All Day 9/14 - 9/20
McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth

Make an apple out of popsicle sticks and construction paper! Come to the Questions Desk or schedule a curbside pickup of this craft beginning September 14. Available while supplies last. 

 

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

Make an apple out of popsicle sticks and construction paper! Come to the Questions Desk or schedule a curbside pickup of this craft beginning September 14. 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.
hands holding knitting needles in a heart

Craft & Chat

Monday, September 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! 

Dotted canvas bag saying READ

Imagination Station

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

To celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month, we are going to make our own READ book bags!

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:

To celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month, we are going to make our own READ book bags!

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.
assorted colored beads on a table

Upcycled Suncatchers

Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Express your creativity by designing a suncatcher using upcycled materials! 

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:

Express your creativity by designing a suncatcher using upcycled materials! 

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.
small apothecary bottles

Teen and Tween Craft n’ Sip: Mini Hanging Potion Bottles

Thursday, October 2, 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, Teens

Creativity and drinks are aplenty as you add some whimsy to your home with these miniature hanging potion bottles.

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

Creativity and drinks are aplenty as you add some whimsy to your home with these miniature hanging potion bottles.

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.
Elephant & Piggie’s Party / fiesta de Elefante y Cerdita!

Elephant & Piggie Party / fiesta de Elefante y Cerdita

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Niños

Join us for Elephant & Piggie’s Party! A bilingual storytime celebration inspired by I Am Invited to a Party! by Mo Willems.

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

Join us for Elephant & Piggie’s Party! A bilingual storytime celebration inspired by I Am Invited to a Party! by Mo Willems.

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.

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.
ball of blue yarn with crochet hook

Crochet Club

Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room West (Room 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Come to the library to learn how to crochet or work on your latest project! All levels welcome. Bring your own project and yarn or participate in a simple project.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come to the library to learn how to crochet or work on your latest project! All levels welcome. Bring your own project and yarn or participate in a simple project.

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.
six jars with different substances

Little Explorers

Friday, October 10, 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 explore science and see what dissolves in water!

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 explore science and see what dissolves in water!

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.

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.
Pumpkin paper bag puppet

October Take Home Craft: Pumpkin Paper Bag Puppet

All Day 10/12 - 10/18
McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth

Make a pumpkin puppet out of a lunch bag and construction paper! Come to the Questions Desk or schedule a curbside pickup of this craft beginning October 12. Available while supplies last. 

 

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

Make a pumpkin puppet out of a lunch bag and construction paper! Come to the Questions Desk or schedule a curbside pickup of this craft beginning October 12. 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.
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.
Mickey Mouse themed candy dish using clay pot and saucer

Art Lab

Monday, October 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

This month, we are going to make plastic planter candy dishes

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:

This month, we are going to make plastic planter candy dishes

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.
Ofrenda

Manualidad/ Craft: Ofrenda

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Age Group:
All Ages, Todas las edades

Ven y haz una ofrenda del día de los muertos con tu familia. Puedes traer fotos de familiares que quieras agregar en la ofrenda. 

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

Ven y haz una ofrenda del día de los muertos con tu familia. Puedes traer fotos de familiares que quieras agregar en la ofrenda. 

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.

ball of blue yarn with crochet hook

Crochet Club

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room West (Room 136) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Come to the library to learn how to crochet or work on your latest project! All levels welcome. Bring your own project and yarn or participate in a simple project.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come to the library to learn how to crochet or work on your latest project! All levels welcome. Bring your own project and yarn or participate in a simple project.

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.
ball of blue yarn with crochet hook

Crochet Club

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Conference Room (Room 124) at McHenry Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Come to the library to learn how to crochet or work on your latest project! All levels welcome. Bring your own project and yarn or participate in a simple project.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come to the library to learn how to crochet or work on your latest project! All levels welcome. Bring your own project and yarn or participate in a simple project.

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.