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Tween Paint 'n Sip

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:
Creativity and drinks are aplenty as we use acrylic paint to make a rainy day scene. ...

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.

Celebración Día de las Madres con mariachi / Mother’s day celebration with Mariachi

11:00am - 12:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Performance
Open
Registration
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, Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:
Haz una corona de primavera con tu familia mientras escuchas el Mariachi de West Chicago.   Make a spring wreath with your family while listening to the West Chicago Mariachi band.   ...

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.

Crochet Club

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:
If you’re curious about crochet, come to the library to learn how to crochet or work on your latest project! Beginners and experts are welcome. Bring your own project and yarn or participate in a simple project. ...

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.

Mini Masterpieces: Spring Rain

All Day
Arts & Crafts, Virtual
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Watch on YouTube
Age Group: Preschool Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Description:
Spring has arrived and so has the rain. Time to create an umbrella! ...

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 (35)

The first 35 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

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

Imagination Station

6:00pm - 7:00pm
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: 11
Event Description:
May is Asian American Heritage Month and we will be making a tulip painting inspired by Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama. ...

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.

Take Home Craft: Popsicle Stick Bee

All Day 5/19 - 5/25
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 craft beginning May 19th. 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.

Tween and Teen Craft

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Description:
Come to the library to make a macrame wall hanging. ...

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.

Slime de Mantequilla / Butter Slime

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Open
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Warehouse
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Niños, Preadolescentes
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:
¡Crea un tipo diferente de slime con una sensación mantecosa!   Create a different type of slime with a buttery feeling!   ...

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.

Tween Paint 'n Sip

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:
Creativity and drinks are aplenty as we use acrylic paint to make a campfire scene. ...

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.

Crochet Club

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Description:
If you’re curious about crochet, come to the library to learn how to crochet or work on your latest project! Beginners and experts are welcome. Bring your own project and yarn or participate in a simple project. ...

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.

Celebra a los padres y las figuras paternas con Tamborazo / Celebrate Fathers and Father Figures with Tamborazo

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, En Español, Performance
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: All Ages, Todas las edades
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, En Español, Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:
Disfrute la música de Tamborazo y un dulce postre para celebrar a los padres y figuras paternas. Este evento es patrocinado por los Amigos de La Biblioteca Publica de McHenry.    Enjoy the sounds of Tamborazo music and a sweet trea...

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.

Friends sponsorship

Sponsored by the Friends of the McHenry Public Library.

Manualidad: Globo / Craft: Hot Air Balloon

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Adults, En español, Adultos
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:
Unase a hacer una manualidad de globo con hilo y martillos.  Join us to make a hot air balloon craft with string.  ...

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.

Take Home Craft: Paper Plate Fan

06/16/2024 @ 12:00am - 06/21/2024 @ 1:00pm
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 craft beginning June 16. 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.

Art Lab

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Arts & Crafts
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: 30
Event Description:
This month we will learn about sculptor Augusta Savage and create clay sculptures of our 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.

Fogata Resplandeciente / Glowing Campfire

All Day
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Virtual
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Watch on YouTube
Age Group: Children, En español, Niños
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:
¡Es una manualidad súper fácil de hacer y perfecta para el verano! Regístrese para recibir un kit para llevar a casa.   It's a super easy craft to make and perfect for summer! Register to get a take home kit.    ...

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 (35)

The first 35 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

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.

STEM Take Home Craft: Moving Caterpillar

06/23/2024 @ 12:00am - 06/30/2024 @ 5:00pm
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 craft beginning June 23. 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.

Fun in the Sun Tie-Dye Event

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Warehouse
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:
Tie-dye is the perfect summer activity! Join us while we have some fun in the sun at the library. Please put size shirt you would like in Special Notes field. Adult sizes only. ...

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.

Stamping with Mallory

10:00am - 12:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:
Join Mallory as she guides us in making unique stamping projects to take home.    ...

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 card required

You must have a valid McHenry Public Library District library card number to attend this program. Register in person or call 815-385-0036 x102

Imagination Station: Maps

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Arts & Crafts
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: 30
Event Description:
Maps help tell us where to go. Come to the library to make a variety of map crafts. ...

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.

Tween/Teen Craft

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:
Come to the library to bring the beauty of nature indoors as we make pressed nature art. ...

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.

Crochet Club

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Description:
If you’re curious about crochet, come to the library to learn how to crochet or work on your latest project! Beginners and experts are welcome. Bring your own project and yarn or participate in a simple project. ...

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.

Take Home Craft: Hand Cactus

All Day 7/14 - 7/20
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 craft beginning July 14. 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.

Pintura con cadena / Pulled Chain Painting

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, En español, Preadolescentes, Adolescentes
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:
¡Acompañanos en pintar en una divertida forma y crear tus propias obras de arte! Se proporcionarán todos los materiales.   Join us to try this fun way of painting and make your own masterpieces! All materials will be provided.   ...

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.

Mini Masterpieces - Nature Crown

All Day
Arts & Crafts, Virtual
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Watch on YouTube
Age Group: Preschool Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Description:
Create a nature crown that can be saved for years! Provide your own real flowers or use the provided fake flowers. ...

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 (35)

The first 35 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

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