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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.

The Essential Great Chicago Fire

All Day
Adults
Performance, Virtual
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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
Adults
Performance, Virtual
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.

Grandparents' Day Storytime - YouTube Recorded Event

All Day
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Watch on YouTube
Age Group: Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Description:

Let’s spend time with our grandparents for a Grandparents' Day celebration! Hear stories and songs, and make a special craft for them! If you are registered for the program, stop by to pick up supplies!

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
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.

Stem Me a Story: "Boats Float"

All Day
Children
Book Discussion Group, Arts & Crafts, Virtual
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Watch on YouTube
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Discussion Group, Arts & Crafts, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Description:

This month we will learn about boats as we read Boats Float by George Ella Lyon and Benn Lyon, and then create our own boats that float!

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
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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
Adults
Performance, Virtual
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.

Take-Home Craft - Hedgehog

09/12/2021 @ 12:00pm - 09/18/2021 @ 5:00pm
Youth
Arts & Crafts
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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 fun hedgehog craft beginning 9/12. Available while supplies last.

The Essential Great Chicago Fire

All Day
Adults
Performance, Virtual
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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
Adults
Performance, Virtual
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
10 am

Hora de Cuentos

10:15am - 10:45am
En español, Preescolar, Niños
Bilingual, Storytime
Closed
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
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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: 8
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.
11 am
12 pm
1 pm
2 pm
3 pm
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.

Ozobots

4:00pm - 5:00pm
En español, Preadolescentes
Bilingual, S.T.E.M./ Maker
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: En español, Preadolescentes
Program Type: Bilingual, S.T.E.M./ Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Description:

Diviértete jugando con los Ozobots y haz una carrera.

Have fun playing with Ozobots and create a race.

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

4:00pm - 5:00pm
All Ages, Todas las edades
Other
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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

Dungeons and Dragons

5:30pm - 8:30pm
Teens
Games & Activities
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

Join us at the library and make (or take) a character with an experienced Dungeon Master as we play the 5th edition of this fantasy role-playing game.
6 pm

JUNTOS -- Zoom Virtual Event

6:00pm - 8:00pm
En español, Adolescentes
Bilingual, Speaker/ Presentation
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Live on Zoom
Age Group: En español, Adolescentes
Program Type: Bilingual, Speaker/ Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Description:

JUNTOS es un taller de 5 sesiones para promover la educación de los niños y hacer de la educación una meta familiar.

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.

Zoom - Spanish

Puede acceder a la discusión usando su computadora, tableta o teléfono inteligente usando Zoom. SE REQUIERE SU DIRECCIÓN DE CORREO ELECTRÓNICO para que podamos enviarle un correo electrónico antes del programa. Para saber cómo unirse a una reunión de Zoom, haga clic AQUÍ.

Tween Book Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Tweens
Book Discussion Group
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Discussion Group
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

Welcome to our Tween Book Club! We’ll be reading and discussing Curse of the Night Witch by Alex Aster, available on Hoopla!
7 pm

Contemporary Book Discussion Group

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Book Discussion Group
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion Group
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Description:

Read and discuss The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart Turton:

Contemporary Book Discussion Group

If you like contemporary fiction, join us monthly for a lively discussion after you read the selected book.  Copies of the book are available at the Checkout Desk or through a curbside pickup appointment.

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.

Planning and Launching Your Retirement

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Live on Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 92
Event Description:

As you approach retirement, some early planning can go a long way.

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.

Friends of the Library Annual Meeting

7:00pm - 9:00pm
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Event Description:

The Friends of the Library Annual Meeting. To learn more about joining the Friends of the Library please visit their website.