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Star Party! Astronomy Under the City Lights

7:30pm - 8:30pm
All Ages
Speaker/ Presentation
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation
Event Description:

Explore the moon, stars and planets above using our provided telescopes. Presented by the Lake County Astronomical Society. In case of cancellation, the weather backup date will be Thursday, April 10.

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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.

Financial Fitness 2025: Planning for Retirement

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Live on Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual
Event Description:

Planning for Retirement on Zoom

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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.

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.

MCHS Multicultural Fair / Feria Multicultural MCHS

11:00am - 3:00pm
Adults, All Ages
Bilingual, Speaker/ Presentation
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Bilingual, Speaker/ Presentation
Event Description:

Listen, Taste, Smell and See the World

Come visit our booth at the McHenry High School Upper Campus Multicultural Fair. There will be food trucks, local vendors, interactive booths, performances, music and more!

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.

Financial Fitness 2025: Navigating Student Loans: Understanding Your Options

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Live on Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual
Event Description:

Navigating Student Loans: Understanding Your Options on Zoom

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.

Tasty Tuesday: Black Bean Tacos with The Kids' Table

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Youth
Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Live on Zoom
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Join The Kids' Table for Tasty Tuesday as we learn how to make black bean tacos! Please register once per family.

#WOTYC25

 

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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.

McHenry County Libraries Present: Uncommon Facts about Common Birds

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Speaker/ Presentation
Closed
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

 

UPDATE: Please enter in the North (Main) Entrance of the college and park in LOT A.  The Conference Center is located in Building A across from 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.

Virtual: Wild West Africa with Brian Michalski

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Live on Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Description:

Over 50 countries in, Brian Michalski navigates his most challenging region to date. Through gorgeous original photos, unearth fascinating firsthand experiences in Mauritania, Senegal, The Gambia, and Sierra Leone.

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.

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.

Getting Started at MCC

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Teens
Speaker/ Presentation
Open
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Learn about getting started at McHenry County College! Staff from the college will go over all that MCC has to offer.

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.

SCORE: Home-Based Business: Options and Plans for Growth

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Speaker/ Presentation
Open
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 45
Event Description:

This SCORE of Fox Valley workshop will concentrate on various options for growing the home-based business along with how to develop the strategies needed to sustain growth.  The McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce and Old National B

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.

College Readiness with MCC

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Speaker/ Presentation
Open
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Teens! Thinking about your future after high school and what you can do to get started now?

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.

Financial Fitness 2025: Terry Savage Talks Money

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Live on Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual
Event Description:

Terry Savage Talks Money

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.

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.

AARP Safe Driving Course

10:00am - 2:00pm
Adults
Speaker/ Presentation, Other
Open
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

This two-day course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.

Additionally, you'll learn:

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.

AARP Safe Driving Course

10:00am - 2:00pm
Adults
Speaker/ Presentation, Other
Open
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

This two-day course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.

Additionally, you'll learn:

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.