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Heart-age Screening with the McHenry County Dept. of Health

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 9:30am - 1:00pm
Conference Room (Room 124) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Description:

This is a drop-in event. Come in any time between 9:30am and 1pm. Chairs will be available if there is a brief waiting period. Registration is not required. 

Sticker sheet with different images

Teen DIY Sticker Sheets

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

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

Learn how to create your own sticker sheet using Cricut Design Space!

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 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.

xochitl-quetzel danza azteca

Celebración para La Virgen de Guadalupe / Lady of Guadalupe Celebration

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Performance

Age Group:

All Ages, Todas las edades
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: All Ages, Todas las edades
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Description:

Los esperamos para celebrar a la Virgen de Guadalupe con el grupo Xochitl-Quetzel Danza Azteca. ¡Habrá chocolate Caliente y pan dulce! 

Our Mutual Friend by Charles Dickens

Classic Book Group

Monday, December 15, 2025 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 "Our Mutual Friend" by Charles Dickens. Copies are available at the Checkout Desk or through a Curbside Pickup appointment. Digital editions may be available from Libby or Hoopla.

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All Day

NaNoWriMo Kit

All Day
Tweens, Teens
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Event Description:

Learn about National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) by picking up a kit at the library! Kits are for grades 4-12 and are available while supplies last.

NaNoWriMo Kit

All Day
Tweens, Teens
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Event Description:

Learn about National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) by picking up a kit at the library! Kits are for grades 4-12 and are available while supplies last.

NaNoWriMo Kit

All Day
Tweens, Teens
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Event Description:

Learn about National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) by picking up a kit at the library! Kits are for grades 4-12 and are available while supplies last.

NaNoWriMo Kit

All Day
Tweens, Teens
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Event Description:

Learn about National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) by picking up a kit at the library! Kits are for grades 4-12 and are available while supplies last.

NaNoWriMo Kit

All Day
Tweens, Teens
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Event Description:

Learn about National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) by picking up a kit at the library! Kits are for grades 4-12 and are available while supplies last.

Mini Masterpieces

All Day
Preschool Children
Arts & Crafts
Closed
Registration Required
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
Event Description:

Make art, make crafts, and make friends at this program for creative kids. This month we will be creating curling ribbon turkey puppets!

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.

Bolsa de Lienzo manualidad / Canvas Bag Craft

All Day
Adults, En español, Adultos
Bilingual, Arts & Crafts, En Español
Closed
Registration Required
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, En Español
Registration Required
Event Description:

El video presenta las instrucciones para decorar un bolso de lienzo. Regalamos bolsas con los materiales para crear la manualidad disponibles el viernes, 12 de noviembre o puede programar una cita y recoger los materiales en el acero. 

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.

Take-Home Craft - Popsicle Stick Fox

11/07/2021 @ 12:00pm–11/13/2021 @ 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 popsicle stick fox craft beginning 11/7. Available while supplies last.

Pizza Storytime

All Day
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Closed
Registration Required
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
Event Description:

Who doesn’t love a good slice of pizza! Join us virtually for a cheesy storytime where we will celebrate this delicious comfort food! After you register, pick up a craft kit for your little one either in person or using curbside.

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.

NaNoWriMo Kit

All Day
Tweens, Teens
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Event Description:

Learn about National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) by picking up a kit at the library! Kits are for grades 4-12 and are available while supplies last.

NaNoWriMo Kit

All Day
Tweens, Teens
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Event Description:

Learn about National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) by picking up a kit at the library! Kits are for grades 4-12 and are available while supplies last.
10 am

Preschool Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Preschool Children
Storytime
Closed
Registration Required
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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
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

Hora de Cuentos

4:30pm–5:00pm
En español, Preescolar, Niños
Bilingual, Storytime
Closed
Registration Required
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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
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. 

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.

Snowflake Wreath / Corona de copo de nieve

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

Come to the library to make a snowflake wreath.

Ven a la biblioteca para hacer una corona de copos de nieve.
5 pm

Dungeons and Dragons

5:30pm–8:30pm
Teens
Games & Activities
Closed
Registration Required
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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
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

Tween Paint 'n Sip

6:30pm–7:30pm
Tweens
Arts & Crafts
Closed
Registration Required
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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:

Come to the library to make a one of a kind pulled yarn painting! Can’t make the program? A limited number of kits will be available the day after the program (11/11) on a first come, first serve basis.

Tween Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Tweens
Book Discussion Group
Closed
Registration Required
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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
Event Description:

Welcome to our Tween Book Club! We’ll be reading and discussing Nightbooks by J.A. White, available on Hoopla!
7 pm

Contemporary Book Discussion Group

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Book Discussion Group
Closed
Registration Required
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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
Event Description:

Discussion of members’ 2021 favorite titles. Please be prepared to talk about one to five of the best books that you read this year.

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.