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November Take Home Craft: Fall Windsock

All Day 11/17 - 11/23
Youth
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Come to the Questions Desk or schedule a curbside pickup of this fall windsock craft beginning November 17. Available while supplies last. 

 

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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.
This event is in the "Adultos" group.
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Adults, Adultos
Program Type: Other
Event Description:

The Illinois State Treasurer is holding over $5 billion in unclaimed funds. The State holds these funds until they are claimed by either the original owner or their heirs.

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.

Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Craft: Pumpkin Plushie

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Come to the library to keep the fall vibes going as we make pumpkin plushies out of old scraps of fabric!

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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.

Friends of the Library Meeting

7:00pm - 9:00pm
All Ages
Other
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Description:

The Friends of the Library Meeting. To learn more about joining the Friends of the Library, please visit their website

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.

Tech Drop-In

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Description:

Do you have a device that you can't figure out? Were you gifted a new device and have no idea where to start? Drop in and get help from our knowledgeable librarians!

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.

Preschool Fair / Feria Preescolar

10:00am - 1:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: All Ages
Event Description:

Are you looking for information about preschools or child care in the upcoming year? Come meet representatives from local preschools, childcare centers, and community organizations!

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 "Tweens" group.

Page Flippers

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tweens
Book Discussion Group
Open
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Discussion Group
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Welcome to Page Flippers! This month's pick: We Still Belong by Christine 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.
This event is in the "Infants" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.

Storytime for Little Ones!

9:30am - 10:00am
Infants, Toddlers
Storytime
Open
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: 15
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.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Imagination Station: Codes

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Description:

Did you know that the Navajo used their native language to create codes during World War II? This month we are going to make our own decoder wheel and learn how to decipher codes.

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 "Preschool Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Preescolar" group.
This event is in the "Niños" group.

Hora de Cuentos

All Day
Preschool Children, Children, Preescolar, Niños
Bilingual, Storytime, Virtual
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.

This event is in the "Infants" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.

Storytime for Little Ones!

9:30am - 10:00am
Infants, Toddlers
Storytime
Open
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: 25
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.

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 "Preschool Children" group.

LeGO! - Lego® Building

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Preschool Children
S.T.E.M./ Maker
Open
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children
Program Type: S.T.E.M./ Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

Show off your brick-building skills!

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 "Adults" group.

Table-Top Games

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Games & Activities
Open
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited

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 Closes at 5 pm for Holiday

5:00pm - 9:00pm
Closing
Branches:
McHenry Public Library District
Branches:
McHenry Public Library District
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Todas las edades" group.

Festival of Lights

All Day
All Ages, Todas las edades
Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Virtual
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Watch on YouTube
Age Group: All Ages, Todas las edades
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Description:

Come listen to stories and learn about different Winter holidays. Feel free to jump around the YouTube video as you see fit. Register for a kit to create a snowflake suncatcher.

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.

Kit (16)

The first 16 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.

YouTube - Limited Release

Limited Release: This video will be available for a week from the program date.

YouTube

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Internet Basics

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Open
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Description:

Join us for our Internet Basics class! We'll cover the differences between each of the big three browsers (Safari, Firefox, and Google Chrome), navigation, and settings.

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 "Children" group.

STEM Me a Story

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children
S.T.E.M./ Maker
Open
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: 18
Event Description:

This month's pick: Blizzard, by John Rocco.

Activity: make your own sled!

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.

Storytime for Little Ones (Virtual)

All Day
Infants, Toddlers
Storytime, Virtual
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.

This event is in the "Preschool Children" group.

Preschool Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Preschool Children
Storytime
Open
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: 9
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

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.

Read Fur Fun

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Children
Storytime
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.