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All Day
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Summer Photography Scavenger Hunt

All Day 6/1 - 7/22
Virtual
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Virtual
Event Description:

Calling all photography enthusiasts entering grades 6-12! Complete 5 Bingo squares to earn a prize and be entered into a grand prize drawing! Complete more Bingos for more entries (up to 5).

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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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Recording of-Spotlight on Chef Kwame Onwuachi

All Day 6/25 - 7/3
Speaker/ Presentation, Other
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Watch on YouTube
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Description:

The recording link and password will be sent to you in the confirmation email.

This event is in the "Infants" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool Children" group.

4th of July Storytime

All Day
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 for some 4th of July books, flannel activities, and fingerplays!

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.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Learn to Letter with Miss Rachel

All Day
Arts & Crafts, Virtual
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Watch on YouTube
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Virtual
Event Description:

Today we will be learning how to hand letter using Crayola Markers. After we practice we will create a final poster with a quote! Make sure to download the worksheets to follow along with! 

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation
Event Description:

Author and songwriter/guitarist Michelle Zauner is fresh off a tour with her band Japanese Breakfast, Michelle will join an ILP conversation exploring the intersection of food, culture, family, identity, and loss, loving

Disclaimer(s)

Friends sponsorship

Sponsored by the Friends of the McHenry Public Library.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Take-Home Craft - Sea Horse

07/05/2022 @ 9:00am - 07/10/2022 @ 4:00pm
Arts & Crafts
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Come to the Questions Desk or schedule a curbside pickup of this kit beginning July 5th. Learn how to make a Seahorse out of tissue paper! Available while supplies last.

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.
This event is in the "Preschool Children" group.

Mini Masterpieces

All Day
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: 12
Event Description:

 Make art, make crafts, and make friends at this program for creative kids. This month we will be creating our own lemonade drink craft

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.

9 am
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Niños" group.
Cancelled

4th of July Bilingual Storytime / Cuentos Bilingüe el 4 de julio

9:30am - 10:00am
Bilingual, Storytime
Registration
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group: Children, Niños
Program Type: Bilingual, Storytime
Event Description:

Spend time with your kids learning about the 4th of July. Enjoy a story and make a 4th of July craft.

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.

10 am
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Read Fur Fun

10:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Youth, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Description:

Come to the library to read to a licensed therapy dog. Dog owners will be present. Sign up for a slot by stopping by or calling the library.

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
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Todas las edades" group.
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: All Ages, Todas las edades
Event Description:

Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

Every Monday-Friday*  from 12:00-1:00 p.m.

*Program begins June 6, 2022 and ends on August 16, 2022.

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Todas las edades" group.
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: All Ages, Todas las edades
Event Description:

Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

Every Monday-Friday*  from 12:00-1:00 p.m.

*Program begins June 6, 2022 and ends on August 16, 2022.

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Todas las edades" group.
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: All Ages, Todas las edades
Event Description:

Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

Every Monday-Friday*  from 12:00-1:00 p.m.

*Program begins June 6, 2022 and ends on August 16, 2022.

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.

1 pm

Internal Library Meetings

1:30pm - 5:00pm
Internal Meeting
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Program Type: Internal Meeting
This event is in the "Children" group.

The Mexico Great White Shark Expedition

1:00pm - 1:45pm
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Description:

Join Learning Adventures Inc. on a deep sea adventure as we learn about Mexican Great White Sharks!

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.

Friends sponsorship

Sponsored by the Friends of the McHenry Public Library.

2 pm
3 pm
4 pm
5 pm
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Bad Art Night

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Description:

Choose from our ridiculous pile of materials to create an absurd masterpiece. The "worst" piece of art will receive a delightfully tacky trophy that we will assemble that night! No artistic ability required!

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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Pearl Street Market

5:00pm - 8:30pm
Other
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Description:

Visit our booth at the Pearl Street Market this Thursday, July 7 from 5-8:30 p.m. to learn more about all the amazing resources from the McHenry Public Library District!

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.
6 pm
This event is in the "Infants" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool Children" group.

Bedtime Readiness!

6:00pm - 6:30pm
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, Preschool Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Wind down with Miss Skye. We’ll read stories, sing some songs, and get ready
for bedtime!

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.
7 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mystery Book Discussion Group

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Book Discussion Group
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion Group
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Description:

Read and discuss Bad Monkey by Carl Hiaasen. Copies are available at the Checkout Desk or through a Curbside Pickup appointment. eBook and eAudio available through Overdrive/Libby.

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.