McHenry Public Library District

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McHenry Public Library District
809 Front St.
McHenry, IL 60050
United States

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Mon-Tue: 9:00am-9:00pm

Wed-Thu: Closed

Fri-Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

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Featured Events

Snowman made of white play dough

Little Explorers

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Preschool Children

Open

Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District

Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)

Age Group: Preschool Children

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Description:

Let's create winter shapes out of snow dough!

Tres Reyes Magos / Three Kings

Celebración de los Reyes Magos / Three Kings Celebration

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Performance

Age Group:

All Ages, Todas las edades

Open

Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District

Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)

Age Group: All Ages, Todas las edades

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Performance

Registration Required

Event Description:

¡Ven, acompáñanos a una hora de cuento, manualidades, bebidas calientes y pan dulce!

Come join us for stories, crafts, hot chocolate, and sweet bread!

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Your Skin Holds You In by Becky Baines

STEM Me a Story

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

S.T.E.M./ Maker

Age Group:

Children

Open

Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District

Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)

Age Group: Children

Program Type: S.T.E.M./ Maker

Registration Required

Event Description:

This month, we will read Your Skin Holds You In by Becky Baines and learn more about how important our skin is to our body!

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Preschool Children

Open

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.

Project Linus

Blanket Making with Project Linus

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Children, Tweens, Teens

Open

Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District

Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)

Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Description:

Come to the library to make no-sew blankets for Project Linus to give to kids in need. Parents and caregivers should plan to stay and assist younger children.

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All Day		This event is in the "Infants" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool Children" group This event is in the "Children" group Hispanic Heritage Month Storytime All Day Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children, Children Storytime Virtual Event This event is in the "Infants" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool Children" group This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Watch on YouTube Age Group: Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children, Children Program Type: Storytime Event Description: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with a fun, online storytime. 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 "Infants" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group Storytime for Little Ones (Virtual) All Day Infants, Toddlers Storytime Virtual Event This event is in the "Infants" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Watch on YouTube Age Group: Infants, Toddlers Program Type: Storytime 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. 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 "Children" group DIY Diya Lamp All Day Children Arts & Crafts, Virtual Closed Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Children" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Watch on YouTube Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Virtual Registration Required Event Description: Let’s learn about Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights and make our own diya, or small lamp. 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.		This event is in the "Preschool Children" group Mini Masterpieces - Witch House All Day Preschool Children Arts & Crafts Closed Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Preschool Children" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 get spooky and create paper plate witch houses! 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.
10 am				This event is in the "Preschool Children" group Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Preschool Children Storytime Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool Children" group Closed 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: Preschool Children Program Type: Storytime Registration Required 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Medigap Insurance: How to Get the Best Rate for the Policy You Need 10:00am–11:00am Adults Speaker/ Presentation Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed 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: Adults Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation Registration Required Event Description: Are you overwhelmed and overpaying for your Medigap policy? Medigap policies are standardized, but the rates insurance companies charge are not. Tom Kilkenny from Weiss Rating will help you to understand the policy options and how to mak 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 "Youth" group This event is in the "Children" group Read Fur Fun 10:00am–12:00pm Youth, Children Storytime This event is in the "Youth" group This event is in the "Children" group 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: 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.
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1 pm			Internal Library Meetings 1:30pm–5:00pm Internal Meeting Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Conference Room (Room 124) Program Type: Internal Meeting
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6 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Coffee with the Deputy Chief 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults Speaker/ Presentation Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed 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: Adults Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation Registration Required Event Description: Coffee with Chief John Birk will begin with Director of Economic Development Doug Martin. Chief Birk will provide an overview of events or criminal activity within the city over the past month, allowing residents to stay informed. 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 Adults Book Discussion Group Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed 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: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion Group Registration Required Event Description: Read and discuss A Rising Man by Abir Mukherjee. Copies 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.