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purple, pink, and blue salt and watercolor snowflakes

Mini Masterpieces

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Preschool Children
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:

Create a snowflake masterpiece with watercolors, white crayon, and table salt!

Introduction to Genealogy & Getting Organized

Introduction to Genealogy & Getting Organized (w/ MCIGS)

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Genealogy

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join genealogists from the McHenry Library and the McHenry County Genealogical Society to learn how to start researching your own family history. Topics we will cover include where to find and how to cite genealogical evidence.

Project Linus

Blanket Making with Project Linus

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Children, Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come to the library to make no-sew blankets for Project Linus to give to kids in need. Parents and caregivers should plan to stay and assist younger children.

 

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Persuasion By Jane Austen

Classic Book Group

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room (Room 124) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Book Discussion Group

Age Group:

Adults
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 "Persuasion" by Jane Austen. Copies are available at the Checkout Desk or through a Curbside Pickup appointment. Digital editions may be available from Libby or Hoopla.

Books and Boards Homeschool Support Group

Books and Boards

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Games & Activities

Age Group:

Youth
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Description:

Introducing Books and Boards, a support group for homeschool children and their families to read independently and play board games. All groups and ages are welcome!

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January Take Home Craft: Paper Yeti

All Day 1/11–1/17
Youth
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Make a paper yeti! Come to the Questions Desk or schedule a curbside pickup of this craft beginning January 11. 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.

Mini Masterpieces

10:00am–10:30am
Preschool Children
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
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:

Create a snowflake masterpiece with watercolors, white crayon, and table salt!

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.

Diamond Art Book Covers

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Bring the book you've always wanted to level up--and enjoy a mug of hot chocolate-- while we bedazzle book covers! Gently used books will be provided if you do not have your own. 

Crochet Club

5:00pm–6:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come to the library to learn how to crochet or work on your latest project! All levels 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.

Dog Man Readers Theater part 1

2:00pm–4:00pm
Youth
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Welcome to a two-session Dog Man program! In this session, we will create puppets and get assigned a script to use in Part Two's Readers Theater presentation on Thursday, February 12, at 6 pm.

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.

Blanket Making with Project Linus

5:00pm–8:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come to the library to make no-sew blankets for Project Linus to give to kids in need. Parents and caregivers should plan to stay and assist younger children.

 

#MCL

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.

Dungeons & Dragons Miniature Painting

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

Paint your own Dungeons & Dragons miniature!

 

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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.

Imagination Station

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come make your own adorable sock snowman!

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.

DIY Polymer Clay Pins

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come make your very own set of polymer clay pins!

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
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join Mallory as she leads us through stamping seasonal cards!

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.

February Take Home Craft: Paper Heart Tiger

All Day 2/8–2/14
Youth
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Make a paper heart tiger! Come to the Questions Desk or schedule a curbside pickup of this craft beginning February 8. 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.

Craft & Chat

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Bring an unfinished project or start a new one while meeting new friends from the area! 

Dog Man Readers Theater part 2

6:00pm–7:00pm
Youth
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for the second part of our Dog Man program! In this session, we will be performing our Dog Man Readers Theater!

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.

Little Explorers

10:00am–10:30am
Preschool Children
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
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:

Come to the library to go ice fishing!

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.

Crochet Club

5:00pm–6:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come to the library to learn how to crochet or work on your latest project! All levels 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.

Art Lab: Heart Art

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

We'll learn how to weave and create heart 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.

¡Crea tu máscara de Carnaval! / Carnival Mask-Making Celebration

5:00pm–6:00pm
All Ages, Todas las edades
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Open
Registration Required
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
Registration Required
Event Description:

Celebra el Carnaval creando tu propia máscara festiva con plumas, brillantina y colores vibrantes inspirados en los desfiles tradicionales del Carnaval de todo el mundo.

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.

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Mini Canvases

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

Big ideas on mini canvases - it's miniature painting!

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.

Self Care Crafts @MPLD

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Relax and unwind at MPLD while making a variety of self care items!  

Craft & Chat

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
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.

Mini Masterpieces

10:00am–10:30am
Preschool Children
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
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:

Experiment with oil pastels and watercolors to make some fun 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.

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.

March Take Home Craft: Pom Pom Caterpillars

All Day 3/15–3/21
Youth
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Make caterpillars out of pom poms! Come to the Questions Desk or schedule a curbside pickup of this craft beginning March 15. 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.

Crochet Club

5:00pm–6:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Come to the library to learn how to crochet or work on your latest project! All levels 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.

Imagination Station: Popsicle Sticks Galore

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

This month we are going to find out what we can make with our imagination and popsicle sticks!

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.