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The Essential Great Chicago Fire

All Day 9/10 - 10/9
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.

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.

Animals at Night Storytime - YouTube Recorded Event

All Day
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children
Storytime
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Watch on YouTube
Age Group: Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Description:

Take a walk on the wild side with this fun and energetic storytime! At the end you’ll be roaring for more! Night time doesn’t have to be scary! Explore the many nocturnal creatures who make the night their home!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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.

Corona de papel/ Paper Wreath

All Day
Adults, En español, Adultos
Bilingual, Arts & Crafts, Virtual
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Watch on YouTube
Age Group: Adults, En español, Adultos
Program Type: Bilingual, Arts & Crafts, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

El video presenta las instrucciones para crear una manualidad con reciclables. Regalamos bolsas con los materiales para crear la manualidad disponibles el 24 de septiembre. 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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.

Tween Paint 'n Sip - Melted Crayon Art

All Day
Tweens
Arts & Crafts
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Watch on YouTube
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

This month we will be making a melted crayon piece of art!

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.

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: 7
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

Little Explorers - DIY Lava Lamp

1:30pm - 2:00pm
Preschool Children
Arts & Crafts
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: Preschool Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Description:

Let’s learn about the world around us through crafts, science experiments, games and movies. This month we will DIY Lava Lamps by using an oil and water experiment!

Disclaimer(s)

No Siblings

No older siblings, please.
2 pm

José Luis Orozco Livestream / Transmisión en Vivo - Zoom

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth, Children, En español, Preescolar, Niños, Preadolescentes, Adolescentes, Todas las edades
Bilingual, 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: Live on Zoom
Age Group: Youth, Children, En español, Preescolar, Niños, Preadolescentes, Adolescentes, Todas las edades
Program Type: Bilingual, Performance, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Description:

Watch children’s musician Jose Luis Orozco perform virtually via Zoom and sing your favorite songs.

Ver virtualmente vía Zoom al cantautor de música de niños, Jose Luis Orozco y canta tus canciones favoritas.

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.

José Luis Orozco Streaming Live / Transmisión en Vivo - In Person

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth, Children, En español, Preescolar, Niños, Preadolescentes, Adolescentes, Todas las edades
Bilingual, Performance
Closed
Registration
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Youth, Children, En español, Preescolar, Niños, Preadolescentes, Adolescentes, Todas las edades
Program Type: Bilingual, Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Description:

Come to the library to see a live stream of children’s musician Jose Luis Orozco sing your favorite songs. 
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.

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
6 pm
Cancelled

JUNTOS -- Zoom Virtual Event

6:00pm - 8:00pm
En español, Adolescentes
Bilingual, Speaker/ Presentation
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
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.
7 pm

Classic Book Discussion Group

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Book Discussion Group
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion Group
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Description:

Read and discuss I Capture the Castle by Dodie Smith. 

Classic Book Discussion Group

If you enjoy classic titles that stand the test of time, 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.

MPLD Board Meeting

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Adults
Internal Meeting
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Internal Meeting
Event Description:

The public is welcome to attend. If you need special assistance to attend the meeting, contact the library director at least four hours before the start of the meeting.