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Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

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

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

Blippo & Beep: I Feel Funny by Sarah Weeks

Family Graphic Novel Club

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room East (Room 135) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Book Discussion Group

Age Group:

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

We'll read a book together and then do an activity while we discuss it. This month's pick is Blippo & Beep: I Feel Funny, by Sarah Weeks.

 

 

Small canvas on easel with blue, pink, yellow, and green paint

Mini Canvases

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

Big ideas on mini canvases - it's miniature painting!

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

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

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

Hurricanes by Julie Murray

STEM Me a Story

Monday, March 9, 2026 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
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:

This month, we will read Hurricanes by Julie Murray and attempt to build a structure that can withstand a hurricane.

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¡Crea tu máscara de Carnaval! / Carnival Mask-Making Celebration

5:00pm–6:00pm
All Ages, Todas las edades
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
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:

Celebra el Carnaval creando tu propia máscara festiva con plumas, brillantina y colores vibrantes inspirados en los desfiles tradicionales del Carnaval de todo el mundo.

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.

Free Comic Book Day

9:00am–5:00pm
All Ages, Todas las edades
Other
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: All Ages, Todas las edades
Program Type: Other
Event Description:

Mark your calendars! Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) is almost here. On the first Saturday in May, May 2, libraries across the country will be celebrating one of the best days of the year for fans.

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.

Pinta y Disfruta / Paint & Enjoy

6:00pm–7:00pm
All Ages, Todas las edades
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
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:

¡Celebra el Día de las Madres relajándote, disfrutando de una bebida refrescante y participando en una divertida sesión de pintura! Las mamás pintarán hermosas bolsas de tela y los niños crearán sus obras en canvas.

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.

Fiesta Days Parade

1:30pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Todas las edades
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages, Todas las edades
Event Description:

Look for the Library's float in the Fiesta Days Parade! 

 

https://mchenryfiestadays.com/