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All Day
This event is in the "Infants" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.

Storytime for Little Ones (Virtual)

All Day
Storytime, Virtual
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Watch on YouTube
Age Group: Infants, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime, Virtual
Event Description:
Join us this week for fun stories, songs, and rhymes for babies and toddlers! We have a new theme each week! ...

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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.

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.

Book Madness Brackets

All Day 2/1 - 2/26
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Age Group: Tweens
Event Description:
2023 Book Madness: Dazzling Diverse Reads Get ready to vote between some dazzling diverse reads! Which of these books is the best? Only you can decide! Brackets will be available on the library’s website or at the Question's Desk starting Febru...

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

Preschool Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
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: 2
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. ...

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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.

No Caregiver

For children without a caregiver. Caregiver must remain in building during program.
This event is in the "Infants" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.

Sensory Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
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: 3
Event Description:
Introducing sensory storytime! Designed for toddlers, this storytime takes reading into a more interactive approach with sensory play added in. ...

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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.

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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Stamping with Mallory

10:00am - 12:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:
Join Mallory as she guides us in making four unique stamping projects.    ...

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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.

Library card required

You must have a valid McHenry Public Library District library card number to attend this program. Register in person or call 815-385-0036 x102

11 am
12 pm
1 pm
2 pm
3 pm
4 pm
5 pm
This event is in the "Children" group.

Stem Me a Story - Astronomy

5:00pm - 5:45pm
Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion Group, S.T.E.M./ Maker
Closed
Registration
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Discussion Group, S.T.E.M./ Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:
Calling all astronomers! This month we are reading Starstruck: The Cosmic Journey of Neil DeGrasse Tyson by Kathleen Krull and Paul Brewer. We will then make our own glow in the dark constellations! ...

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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.
6 pm
This event is in the "Teens" group.

LGBTeaQ

6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Teens
Event Description:
Hang out with your rainbow fam and tell us what you’ve been reading or watching, and whatever else might be on your mind in an open and accepting environment. No registration required.  ...

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

Soul Food Demo with Ms. England

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Live on Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 77
Event Description:
Want to learn more about cooking Soul Food? Ms. Sylvia England will take you through preparing cornbread and black eyed peas. We welcome you to cook along with! The recipes and ingredients list will be available on the calendar as a documen...

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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.

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.

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: 17
Event Description:
Read and discuss The Guest List by Lucy Foley. Copies are available at the Checkout Desk or through a Curbside Pickup appointment. An expertly planned celebrity wedding between a rising television star and an ambitious magazine publisher...

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.