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All Day
Closing

LIBRARY CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

All Day
Branches:
McHenry Public Library District

Stem Me a Story

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: 25
Event Description:

Calling all scientists! This month we will be reading There’s a Skeleton Inside You! By Idan Ben-Barak and Julian Frost and then making our own robotic hand to learn about how our hands work.

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.

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.

Earth Day Storytime

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

Join us on Youtube to listen to stories and to learn about Earth Day! This storytime will include a mix of stories, flannel stories, and rhymes.

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.

YouTube

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

Storytime for Little Ones!

9:30am - 10:00am
Infants, Toddlers
Storytime
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Infants, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:

Join us this week for fun stories, songs, and rhymes for babies and toddlers! We have a new theme each week!

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.

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.

Storytime for Little Ones!

9:30am - 10:00am
Infants, Toddlers
Storytime
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: Infants, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Description:

Join us this week for fun stories, songs, and rhymes for babies and toddlers! We have a new theme each week!

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.

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.
10 am

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: 6
Event Description:

Preschoolers who love stories will enjoy Preschool Storytime! We read new and classic picture books, use flannel board stories and fingerplays to support early literacy, and dance to music!

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.

No Caregiver

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

Free Community Shredding Event

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Other
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Description:

Bring your sensitive documents to be shredded safely. Only paper materials will be accepted. No certificates of destruction will be issued.

The truck will be in the northwest section of the parking lot.

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.
11 am
12 pm
1 pm
Closing

LIBRARY CLOSED FOR STAFF TRAINING

1:00pm - 5:00pm
Branches:
McHenry Public Library District
2 pm
3 pm
4 pm

Hora de Cuentos

4:30pm - 5:00pm
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. 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
5 pm
6 pm
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: 15
Event Description:

Read and discuss "I, Claudius" by Robert Graves.  Copies available at the circulation desk.

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.

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.

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.