This event is in the "Youth" group. Jul 21 - 26 2025 Take Home STEAM Activity: Straw Airplane All Day 7/21 - 7/26 Youth Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Youth" group. Jul 21 - 26 2025 Take Home STEAM Activity: Straw Airplane All Day 7/21 - 7/26 Arts & Crafts Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Age Group: Youth Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Description: Make a straw airplane! Come to the Questions Desk or schedule a curbside pickup of this STEAM activity beginning July 21. 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Todas las edades" group. Jul 21 2025 Mon Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano 12:00pm - 1:00pm All Ages, Todas las edades This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Todas las edades" group. Jul 21 2025 Mon Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano 12:00pm - 1:00pm Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) Age Group: All Ages, Todas las edades Event Description: Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank.Every Monday-Friday* from 12:00-1:00 p.m.*Program begins June 2, 2025 and ends on August 15, 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 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.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Jul 21 2025 Mon Nature's Color our World with McHenry County Conservation District 6:00pm - 7:00pm Youth Speaker/ Presentation Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Youth" group. Jul 21 2025 Mon Nature's Color our World with McHenry County Conservation District 6:00pm - 7:00pm Speaker/ Presentation Upcoming Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) Age Group: Youth Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation Registration Required Event Description: Join McHenry County Conservation District as we learn about bird coloration, bird nests, bird songs, and notable wildflowers found in McHenry! 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 21 2025 Mon Classic Book Group 7:00pm - 8:30pm Adults Book Discussion Group Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 21 2025 Mon Classic Book Group 7:00pm - 8:30pm Book Discussion Group Upcoming 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 "Mrs. Dalloway" by Virginia Woolf. 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.
This event is in the "Infants" group. This event is in the "Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool Children" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 22 2025 Tue Stories in the Park - Petersen Park Shelter A 10:00am - 10:30am Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children, Children Storytime Offsite Event This event is in the "Infants" group. This event is in the "Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool Children" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 22 2025 Tue Stories in the Park - Petersen Park Shelter A 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Peterson Park Shelter A Age Group: Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children, Children Program Type: Storytime Event Description: Join the Youth Services Staff at Petersen Park Shelter A, where we will read stories and dance to music. Bring chairs or blankets to sit on. (If it's raining or if the heat index is projected to be 100° or higher by 9 a.m. 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Todas las edades" group. Jul 22 2025 Tue Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano 12:00pm - 1:00pm All Ages, Todas las edades This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Todas las edades" group. Jul 22 2025 Tue Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano 12:00pm - 1:00pm Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) Age Group: All Ages, Todas las edades Event Description: Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank.Every Monday-Friday* from 12:00-1:00 p.m.*Program begins June 2, 2025 and ends on August 15, 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 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.
Jul 22 2025 Tue Internal Library Meetings 1:30pm - 5:00pm Internal Meeting Jul 22 2025 Tue Internal Library Meetings 1:30pm - 5:00pm Internal Meeting Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Conference Room (Room 124) Program Type: Internal Meeting
This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 22 2025 Tue Family Graphic Novel Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Children Book Discussion Group Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 22 2025 Tue Family Graphic Novel Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Book Discussion Group Upcoming Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135) Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Discussion Group Registration Required Event Description: Welcome to Family Graphic Novel Club! This month's pick is Unlikely Friends by Norman Feuti. 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Todas las edades" group. Jul 23 2025 Wed Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano 12:00pm - 1:00pm All Ages, Todas las edades This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Todas las edades" group. Jul 23 2025 Wed Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano 12:00pm - 1:00pm Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) Age Group: All Ages, Todas las edades Event Description: Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank.Every Monday-Friday* from 12:00-1:00 p.m.*Program begins June 2, 2025 and ends on August 15, 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 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 23 2025 Wed Wednesday Table Top Games 2:00pm - 4:00pm Adults Games & Activities Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 23 2025 Wed Wednesday Table Top Games 2:00pm - 4:00pm Games & Activities Open 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.
This event is in the "En español" group. This event is in the "Adultos" group. Jul 23 2025 Wed Clase de Tecnología: El Teclado 2 6:30pm - 8:30pm En español, Adultos Clase de Tecnologia Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "En español" group. This event is in the "Adultos" group. Jul 23 2025 Wed Clase de Tecnología: El Teclado 2 6:30pm - 8:30pm Clase de Tecnologia Upcoming Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Conference Room (Room 124) Age Group: En español, Adultos Program Type: Clase de Tecnologia Registration Required Event Description: Únase a la segunda clase donde podrá practicar el uso del teclado y computación. Si asiste a las 3 clases, recibirá un certificado después de terminar. 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.
This event is in the "Preschool Children" group. Jul 24 2025 Thu Sandpaper Art! 10:00am - 10:30am Preschool Children Arts & Crafts Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool Children" group. Jul 24 2025 Thu Sandpaper Art! 10:00am - 10:30am Arts & Crafts Upcoming 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: Have you ever colored on sandpaper before? Probably not! Join us at the Library to check out this activity. 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Todas las edades" group. Jul 24 2025 Thu Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano 12:00pm - 1:00pm All Ages, Todas las edades This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Todas las edades" group. Jul 24 2025 Thu Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano 12:00pm - 1:00pm Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) Age Group: All Ages, Todas las edades Event Description: Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank.Every Monday-Friday* from 12:00-1:00 p.m.*Program begins June 2, 2025 and ends on August 15, 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 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.
This event is in the "Tweens" group. Jul 24 2025 Thu Dungeons and Dragons® - Junior High Edition 5:30pm - 7:30pm Tweens Games & Activities Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens" group. Jul 24 2025 Thu Dungeons and Dragons® - Junior High Edition 5:30pm - 7:30pm Games & Activities Upcoming Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Conference Room (Room 124) Age Group: Tweens Program Type: Games & Activities Registration Required Event Description: Join us at the library and make (or take) a character as we play through different D&D modules in the 5th edition of this fantasy role-playing game with an experienced Dungeon Master. 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Todas las edades" group. Jul 25 2025 Fri Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano 12:00pm - 1:00pm All Ages, Todas las edades This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Todas las edades" group. Jul 25 2025 Fri Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano 12:00pm - 1:00pm Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) Age Group: All Ages, Todas las edades Event Description: Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank.Every Monday-Friday* from 12:00-1:00 p.m.*Program begins June 2, 2025 and ends on August 15, 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 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 26 2025 Sat Needle Felt Creations 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults Arts & Crafts Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 26 2025 Sat Needle Felt Creations 10:00am - 12:00pm Arts & Crafts Upcoming Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Description: Discover the magic of needle felting; a therapeutic and versatile craft. Endless creative possibilities await! 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Todas las edades" group. Jul 28 2025 Mon Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano 12:00pm - 1:00pm All Ages, Todas las edades This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Todas las edades" group. Jul 28 2025 Mon Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano 12:00pm - 1:00pm Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) Age Group: All Ages, Todas las edades Event Description: Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank.Every Monday-Friday* from 12:00-1:00 p.m.*Program begins June 2, 2025 and ends on August 15, 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 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.
This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 28 2025 Mon Lego® Builders 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children S.T.E.M./ Maker Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 28 2025 Mon Lego® Builders 4:00pm - 5:00pm S.T.E.M./ Maker Upcoming 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.
This event is in the "Youth" group. Jul 29 2025 Tue End of Summer Foam Party with Absolute Science 10:00am - 11:00am Youth Games & Activities This event is in the "Youth" group. Jul 29 2025 Tue End of Summer Foam Party with Absolute Science 10:00am - 11:00am Games & Activities Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Peterson Park Shelter C Age Group: Youth Program Type: Games & Activities Event Description: Celebrate the end of our Summer Reading Program with a foam party by Absolute Science! This event will take place at Petersen Park Shelter C. 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. Friends sponsorship Sponsored by the Friends of the McHenry Public 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Todas las edades" group. Jul 29 2025 Tue Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano 12:00pm - 1:00pm All Ages, Todas las edades This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Todas las edades" group. Jul 29 2025 Tue Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano 12:00pm - 1:00pm Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) Age Group: All Ages, Todas las edades Event Description: Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank.Every Monday-Friday* from 12:00-1:00 p.m.*Program begins June 2, 2025 and ends on August 15, 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 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 29 2025 Tue Introduction to Canva 7:00pm - 8:30pm Adults Technology Class Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 29 2025 Tue Introduction to Canva 7:00pm - 8:30pm Technology Class Upcoming Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Class Registration Required Event Description: Come learn the basics of Canva! Jenny will teach you how to use this free graphic design software for personal, school, or business purposes. Attend one or both sessions! 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Todas las edades" group. Jul 30 2025 Wed Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano 12:00pm - 1:00pm All Ages, Todas las edades This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Todas las edades" group. Jul 30 2025 Wed Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano 12:00pm - 1:00pm Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) Age Group: All Ages, Todas las edades Event Description: Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank.Every Monday-Friday* from 12:00-1:00 p.m.*Program begins June 2, 2025 and ends on August 15, 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 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 30 2025 Wed Wednesday Table Top Games 2:00pm - 4:00pm Adults Games & Activities Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 30 2025 Wed Wednesday Table Top Games 2:00pm - 4:00pm Games & Activities Open 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.
This event is in the "En español" group. This event is in the "Adultos" group. Jul 30 2025 Wed Clase de Tecnología: El Teclado 3 6:30pm - 8:30pm En español, Adultos Clase de Tecnologia Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "En español" group. This event is in the "Adultos" group. Jul 30 2025 Wed Clase de Tecnología: El Teclado 3 6:30pm - 8:30pm Clase de Tecnologia Upcoming Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Conference Room (Room 124) Age Group: En español, Adultos Program Type: Clase de Tecnologia Registration Required Event Description: Únase a la tercera clase donde podrá practicar el uso del teclado y computación. Si asiste a las 3 clases, recibirá un certificado después de terminar. 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.