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Closing

LIBRARY CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

All Day
Branches:
McHenry Public Library District

DIY Rollercoaster

All Day
Tweens, Teens
S.T.E.M./ Maker
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Watch on YouTube
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: S.T.E.M./ Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

This month we are going to make our own roller coaster using toilet paper rolls, paper towel rolls, and other containers we have around the house!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

YouTube

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

Mini Masterpieces - Fall Wreath: YouTube Recorded Event

All Day
Preschool Children
Arts & Crafts
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Watch on YouTube
Age Group: Preschool Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Description:

Make art, make crafts, and make friends at this program for creative kids. This month we will be creating construction paper leaf wreaths!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

The Essential Great Chicago Fire

All Day
Adults
Performance, Virtual
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Watch on YouTube
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Description:

This is not a series. It is a video you can watch anytime between September 10th and October 9th.

The Essential Great Chicago Fire

All Day 9/10 - 10/9
Adults
Performance, Virtual
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Watch on YouTube
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Description:

This is not a series. It is a video you can watch anytime between September 10th and October 9th.
9 am

Options and Advocacy Outreach

9:00am - 12:00pm
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children
Speaker/ Presentation
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation
Event Description:

Come to the library and learn about Options and Advocacy for McHenry County. Free early intervention screenings are available. Please call the Youth Services Desk at 815-385-0036 to register for your 30-minute appointment slot.

Bubble Storytime - Outdoors

9:30am - 10:00am
Infants, Toddlers
Storytime
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: Infants, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Description:

All the fun of a storytime with extra bubbles! We will read books and sing songs about bubbles, pop them, and you’ll be able to bring your own bubbles home with you! Bring a blanket to sit on.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Options and Advocacy Outreach

9:00am - 12:00pm
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children
Speaker/ Presentation
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation
Event Description:

Come to the library and learn about Options and Advocacy for McHenry County. Free early intervention screenings are available. Please call the Youth Services Desk at 815-385-0036 to register for your 30-minute appointment slot.
10 am
Cancelled

Hora de Cuentos

10:15am - 10:45am
En español, Preescolar, Niños
Bilingual, Storytime
Registration
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: En español, Preescolar, Niños
Program Type: Bilingual, Storytime
Event Description:

¡Haremos cuentos bilingües, rimas, música, baile y más para niños que quieren escuchar los dos idiomas! Para niños de 2-6 años y sus padres o proveedores de cuidado. 

Preschool Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Preschool Children
Storytime
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Description:

Preschoolers who learn to love books and stories will enjoy Preschool Storytime! We will share new and classic picture books, flannel board and puppet stories, fingerplays to support early literacy and experiences with a variety of literature.

Disclaimer(s)

No Caregiver

For children without a caregiver. Caregiver must remain in building during program.

Prismáticos / Binoculars

10:00am - 10:45am
En español, Preescolar
Arts & Crafts
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: En español, Preescolar
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Description:

Ven a la biblioteca para hacer tus propios prismáticos.

Come to the library to make your own binoculars.
11 am
12 pm
1 pm
2 pm
3 pm

Polskie Bajki/Polish Storytime

3:00pm - 3:30pm
Youth, Children
Bilingual, Storytime
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Youth, Children
Program Type: Bilingual, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Description:

Posłuchajcie bajek, zaśpiewajcie piosenki i bawcie się dobrze! Dzisiejszy program będzie w języku polskim i angielskim. Dzieci w każdym wieku są zaproszone!
4 pm

Grab 'n Go After School Supper/ Cena después de la escuela para Recoger

4:00pm - 5:00pm
All Ages, Todas las edades
Other
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: All Ages, Todas las edades
Program Type: Other
Event Description:

Drive to the north side of the building, look for the WELCOME Banner. If the Banner is out, that means we have meals, knock on the door by the Banner for service.

Grab 'n Go After School Supper/ Cena después de la escuela para Recoger

4:00pm - 5:00pm
All Ages, Todas las edades
Other
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: All Ages, Todas las edades
Program Type: Other
Event Description:

Drive to the north side of the building, look for the WELCOME Banner. If the Banner is out, that means we have meals, knock on the door by the Banner for service.
5 pm
6 pm
7 pm

Mystery Media Mash-up (Ages 18 to 35)

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Virtual
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Live on Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Help us plan our schedule. Please bring a list of your suggestions for books, movies, music, videos, etc., to discuss for the next few months. 

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.

Old MacDonald Had A Farm: a Virtual Genealogy Program

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Genealogy
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Live on Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 55
Event Description:

Farm records can be an insightful tool for understanding your ancestor’s place in the world.  Were they wealthy, prosperous farmers or scratch farming to survive?  Agricultural census, land records and mortgage books, court rec

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.