This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 2 2026 Thu Mystery Book Group 7:00pm–8:30pm Adults Book Discussion Group Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 2 2026 Thu Mystery Book Group 7:00pm–8:30pm Book Discussion Group Upcoming Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion Group Registration Required Event Description: Read and discuss The Daughter of Time by Josephine Tey. Copies are available at the Checkout Desk or through a Curbside Pickup appointment. Digital editions may be available from Libby or Hoopla. Mystery Book Discussion Group Copies of the title 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 Apr 3 2026 Fri Sensory Play Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Infants, Toddlers Storytime Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Infants" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group Apr 3 2026 Fri Sensory Play Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Storytime Upcoming Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) Age Group: Infants, Toddlers Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Description: Stories come to life with Sensory Play Storytime. Interactive aspects such as ASL words of the day and sensory bin play are perfect for toddlers and parents to practice together. 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.
Apr 5 2026 Sun Library Closed All Day for Holiday All Day Closing Apr 5 2026 Sun Closing Library Closed All Day for Holiday All Day Branches: McHenry Public Library District
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adultos" group Apr 6 2026 Mon AARP Free Tax Aid 9:00am–2:00pm Adults, Adultos Other This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adultos" group Apr 6 2026 Mon AARP Free Tax Aid 9:00am–2:00pm Other Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Conference Room (Room 124) Age Group: Adults, Adultos Program Type: Other Event Description: The Tax-Aide program will run Mondays - Wednesdays from February 3 through April 13, 2026. 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 Polish Nasza biblioteka robi wszystko co tylko możliwe aby wszyscy mogli skorzystać z naszych programów. Jeżeli mają państwo jakiekolwiek pytania dotyczące dostępności lub specyficzne potrzeby prosimy o skontaktowanie się z biblioteką. 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 Apr 6 2026 Mon Ozobots® 6:00pm–7:00pm Children S.T.E.M./ Maker Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Ozobots® 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 code with Ozobots®! 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 Apr 7 2026 Tue Storytime for Little Ones (Virtual) All Day Infants, Toddlers Storytime, Virtual Virtual Event This event is in the "Infants" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Storytime for Little Ones (Virtual) All Day Storytime, Virtual 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 virtual 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Adultos" group Apr 7 2026 Tue AARP Free Tax Aid 9:00am–2:00pm Adults, Adultos Other This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adultos" group Apr 7 2026 Tue AARP Free Tax Aid 9:00am–2:00pm Other Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Conference Room (Room 124) Age Group: Adults, Adultos Program Type: Other Event Description: The Tax-Aide program will run Mondays - Wednesdays from February 3 through April 13, 2026. 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 Polish Nasza biblioteka robi wszystko co tylko możliwe aby wszyscy mogli skorzystać z naszych programów. Jeżeli mają państwo jakiekolwiek pytania dotyczące dostępności lub specyficzne potrzeby prosimy o skontaktowanie się z biblioteką. 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 Apr 7 2026 Tue Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Preschool Children Storytime Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool Children" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Storytime Upcoming 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. 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.
Apr 7 2026 Tue Internal Library Meetings 1:30pm–4:00pm Internal Meeting Apr 7 2026 Tue Internal Library Meetings 1:30pm–4:00pm Internal Meeting Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135) Program Type: Internal Meeting
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adultos" group Apr 8 2026 Wed AARP Free Tax Aid 9:00am–2:00pm Adults, Adultos Other This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adultos" group Apr 8 2026 Wed AARP Free Tax Aid 9:00am–2:00pm Other Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Conference Room (Room 124) Age Group: Adults, Adultos Program Type: Other Event Description: The Tax-Aide program will run Mondays - Wednesdays from February 3 through April 13, 2026. 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 Polish Nasza biblioteka robi wszystko co tylko możliwe aby wszyscy mogli skorzystać z naszych programów. Jeżeli mają państwo jakiekolwiek pytania dotyczące dostępności lub specyficzne potrzeby prosimy o skontaktowanie się z biblioteką. 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 Apr 8 2026 Wed Wednesday Table Top Games 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults Games & Activities Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 8 2026 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 "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Blackout Poetry Party for Tweens and Teens 5:00pm–6:00pm Tweens, Teens S.T.E.M./ Maker Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Blackout Poetry Party for Tweens and Teens 5:00pm–6:00pm S.T.E.M./ Maker Upcoming Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) Age Group: Tweens, Teens Program Type: S.T.E.M./ Maker Registration Required Event Description: Come celebrate National Poetry Month by creating a blackout poem of your own! 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 Apr 9 2026 Thu Financial Fitness 2026: Budgeting & Savings Basics 7:00pm–8:30pm Adults Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Financial Fitness 2026: Budgeting & Savings Basics 7:00pm–8:30pm Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Live on Zoom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual Event Description: Ryan Decker breaks down the basics of personal finance: budgeting and introductory saving and investment strategies. Learn which factors to consider for deciding when, where, and how to save, invest, or aggressively tackle debt. 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.
This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Preadolescentes" group This event is in the "Adolescentes" group Apr 10 2026 Fri Twist y Florece All Day Tweens, Teens, Preadolescentes, Adolescentes Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Virtual Upcoming Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Preadolescentes" group This event is in the "Adolescentes" group Apr 10 2026 Fri Twist y Florece All Day Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Virtual Upcoming Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Watch on YouTube Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Preadolescentes, Adolescentes Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Virtual Registration Required Event Description: Create colorful pipe cleaner flowers at home! Kit includes all materials and easy instructions. 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. Kit (25) The first 25 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. Kit - Spanish Los primeros 25 niños que se registren podrán recoger un kit para esta actividad. El personal se comunicará con los registrados una semana antes del evento para proporcionarles los detalles de la recogida.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adultos" group Apr 13 2026 Mon AARP Free Tax Aid 9:00am–2:00pm Adults, Adultos Other This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adultos" group Apr 13 2026 Mon AARP Free Tax Aid 9:00am–2:00pm Other Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Conference Room (Room 124) Age Group: Adults, Adultos Program Type: Other Event Description: The Tax-Aide program will run Mondays - Wednesdays from February 3 through April 13, 2026. 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 Polish Nasza biblioteka robi wszystko co tylko możliwe aby wszyscy mogli skorzystać z naszych programów. Jeżeli mają państwo jakiekolwiek pytania dotyczące dostępności lub specyficzne potrzeby prosimy o skontaktowanie się z biblioteką. 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 "Infants" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Storytime for Little Ones 9:30am–10:00am Infants, Toddlers Storytime Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Infants" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Storytime for Little Ones 9:30am–10:00am Storytime Upcoming Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) Age Group: Infants, Toddlers Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Description: Stories, songs, and rhymes - oh my! Geared towards babies and toddlers, this storytime features a new theme each session 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 "Adults" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Craft & Chat 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Craft & Chat 2:00pm–4:00pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts 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.
This event is in the "Children" group Apr 13 2026 Mon STEM Me a Story 6:00pm–7:00pm Children S.T.E.M./ Maker Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Apr 13 2026 Mon STEM Me a Story 6:00pm–7:00pm 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: This month, we will read Tornadoes by Julie Murray and make tornadoes in a bottle! 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 Apr 13 2026 Mon Financial Fitness 2026: Buying a Home - The Basics 7:00pm–8:30pm Adults Virtual Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Financial Fitness 2026: Buying a Home - The Basics 7:00pm–8:30pm Virtual Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Live on Zoom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Virtual Event Description: Owning a home takes a lot of time, money, and energy, so not only is it important to be educated about the process, but also about home ownership. 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.
Apr 14 2026 Tue Internal Library Meetings 1:30pm–4:00pm Internal Meeting Apr 14 2026 Tue Internal Library Meetings 1:30pm–4:00pm Internal Meeting Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135) Program Type: Internal Meeting
This event is in the "Children" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Read Fur Fun 4:00pm–6:00pm Children Storytime This event is in the "Children" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Read Fur Fun 4:00pm–6:00pm 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 certified therapy dog. Dog owner will be present. This program is for kids ages 5 to 10 years old. 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 "Teens" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Dungeons and Dragons® - High School Edition 5:30pm–8:30pm Teens Games & Activities Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Dungeons and Dragons® - High School Edition 5:30pm–8:30pm Games & Activities Upcoming Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136) Age Group: Teens Program Type: Games & Activities Registration Required Event Description: Join us at the library and make (or take) a character with an experienced Dungeon Master as we play the 5th edition of this fantasy role-playing game. 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 Apr 15 2026 Wed Wednesday Table Top Games 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults Games & Activities Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 15 2026 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 "Children" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Family STEAM Night: Catapult Bowling 6:00pm–7:00pm Children S.T.E.M./ Maker Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Family STEAM Night: Catapult Bowling 6:00pm–7:00pm 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: Welcome to Family STEAM Night! This month we are going to be catapult bowling!This program is intended for kids 5 to 9 and their adult. Please register once per family, listing the number of people attending in the special notes field. 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.