Upcoming Events

Featured Events

My Muscular System by Emily Raij

STEM Me a Story

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

S.T.E.M./ Maker

Age Group:

Children
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 My Muscular System by Emily Raij and learn about the muscles in our body.

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

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

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Preschool Children
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.

White box with red and pink hearts

Cuento y Creación: Celebrando la Amistad / Story and Creation: Celebrating Friendship

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Bilingual, Storytime

Age Group:

Children, Niños
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Children, Niños
Program Type: Bilingual, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Description:

Acompáñanos a la hora de cuento sobre amor y amistad. ¡Crea tu propia caja de San Valentín! Haz tu caja con cartón, corazones de espuma y pegatinas. 

 

Tech Support

Tech Drop-In

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room East (Room 135) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Technology Class

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Description:

Bring in your device to learn more about it! Our librarians are happy to answer your technology questions. Drop-in or register for a reminder before the event. 

Wonder Lake Winter Market information, Valentine's Day from 10 AM to 1 PM, 7602 Hancock Drive

Wonder Lake Winter Market

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Information Table

Age Group:

All Ages
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Information Table
Event Description:

Visit Library Staff offsite at the Wonder Lake Winter Market! Learn about library services and programs and get information about registering for a library card.

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Cuento y Creación: Celebrando la Amistad / Story and Creation: Celebrating Friendship

5:00pm–5:30pm
Children, Niños
Bilingual, Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Children, Niños
Program Type: Bilingual, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Description:

Acompáñanos a la hora de cuento sobre amor y amistad. ¡Crea tu propia caja de San Valentín! Haz tu caja con cartón, corazones de espuma y pegatinas. 

 

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.

¡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.

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.

Cuentos & Crafts

1:00pm–1:30pm
Preschool Children, Children
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Registration Required
Event Description:

Escucha un cuento y luego crea una manualidad inspirada en la historia. ¡Diversión e imaginación para niños de 3-9 años!

 

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.

Play-Doh® Party ¡Fiesta!

6:00pm–6:45pm
Preschool Children, Children
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for a colorful Play-Doh® fiesta! Kids from ages 3 to 9 can sculpt, squish, and create at fun hands-on stations. Come play and make something amazing!

 

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.

Twist y Florece

All Day
Tweens, Teens, Preadolescentes, Adolescentes
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Virtual
Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
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.

Cuentos & Crafts

6:00pm–6:30pm
Preschool Children, Children
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Registration Required
Event Description:

Escucha un cuento y luego crea una manualidad inspirada en la historia. ¡Diversión e imaginación para niños de 3-9 años!

 

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.

Pinta y Disfruta / Paint & Enjoy

6:00pm–7:00pm
All Ages, Todas las edades
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Upcoming
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 Día de las Madres relajándote, disfrutando de una bebida refrescante y participando en una sesión de pintar!

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.

Cuentos & Crafts

6:00pm–6:30pm
Preschool Children, Children
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Bilingual
Registration Required
Event Description:

Escucha un cuento y luego crea una manualidad inspirada en la historia. ¡Diversión e imaginación para niños de 3-9 años!

 

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.