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

Take Home Craft: Tissue Paper Sparklers

All Day 7/9 - 7/15
All Ages
Arts & Crafts
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Come to the Questions Desk or schedule a curbside pickup of this craft beginning July 9th. Stay safe and have fun with these tissue paper sparklers! 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.

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

Hora de Cuento (Oceano /Ocean)

All Day
Preschool Children, Preescolar
Bilingual, Storytime
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
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, Preescolar
Program Type: Bilingual, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

¡Haremos cuentos bilingües, rimas, música, baile y más para niños interesados en escuchar ambos idiomas! Para niños de 3-6 años y sus padres o proveedores de cuidado.

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.

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.

Kit - Spanish

Los primeros 25 niños que se registren podrán recoger un kit para esta actividad. El personal se comunicará con los registrados una semana antes del evento para proporcionarles los detalles de la recogida.

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.

This event is in the "Preschool Children" group.

Mini Masterpieces - Bookmarks

All Day
Preschool Children
Arts & Crafts, Virtual
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
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, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Make art and make crafts at this program for creative kids. This month we will create our own bookmarks!

 

 

 

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 - Limited Release

Limited Release: This video will be available for a week from the program date.

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

Read Fur Fun

9:30am - 11:30am
Youth, Children
Storytime
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 owner 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.
10 am
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.

Stories in the Park - Fox Ridge Park

10:00am - 10:30am
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children, Children
Storytime
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Fox Ridge Park
Age Group: Infants, Toddlers, Preschool Children, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Description:

Join the Youth Services Staff at Fox Ridge Park, where we will perform skits and songs. Bring chairs or blankets to sit on. If it's raining or if the heat index is projected to be 100° or higher by 9 a.m. the program will be canceled.

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.

Obstacle Course

10:00am - 11:00am
Youth
Games & Activities
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Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Description:

Ready to get out some energy? Join us at the library and see if you can complete our obstacle course! Afterward, grab a free lunch for kids ages 18 and under from 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.

Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano

12:00pm - 1:00pm
All Ages, Todas las edades
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 5, 2023 and ends on August 18, 2023.

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 is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Lobby
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Todas las edades" group.

Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano

12:00pm - 1:00pm
All Ages, Todas las edades
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 5, 2023 and ends on August 18, 2023.

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.

Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano

12:00pm - 1:00pm
All Ages, Todas las edades
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 5, 2023 and ends on August 18, 2023.

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.

Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano

12:00pm - 1:00pm
All Ages, Todas las edades
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 5, 2023 and ends on August 18, 2023.

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.

Summer Lunch Program/ Programa de Almuerzo de Verano

12:00pm - 1:00pm
All Ages, Todas las edades
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 5, 2023 and ends on August 18, 2023.

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
2 pm
This event is in the "Youth" group.

Exploring Cold Blooded Creatures with Cold Blooded Parties

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth
Performance
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: Youth
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Join Cold Blooded Parties and the McHenry Public Library as we learn about cold blooded creatures. Please only register the children attending.

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

Parachute Play

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Toddlers, Preschool Children
Games & Activities
Closed
Registration
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: Toddlers, Preschool Children
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Come join Miss Skye in the summer sun for a Parachute playtime. We’ll play a different set of games each week and sing songs while getting to meet new friends.

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 "Tweens" group.

Tween Paint ‘n Sip: Kindness Rocks

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tweens
Arts & Crafts
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: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:

Creativity and drinks are plenty this month as we paint kindness rocks to distribute around the McHenry Area!

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.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Preescolar" group.
This event is in the "Niños" group.

Oobleck

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Preschool Children, Children, Preescolar, Niños
Bilingual, S.T.E.M./ Maker
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: Preschool Children, Children, Preescolar, Niños
Program Type: Bilingual, S.T.E.M./ Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Description:

¿Alguna vez has hecho Oobleck? Está hecho de solo tres ingredientes y puede actuar como sólido y líquido. Acompáñanos y diviértete aprendiendo a hacer oobleck.

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.

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

Dungeons and Dragons

5:30pm - 8:30pm
Teens
Games & Activities
Closed
Registration
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
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.

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
All Ages
Other
Offsite Event
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Description:

Visit our booth at the Pearl Street Market this Thursday, July 13 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 "En español" group.
This event is in the "Adultos" group.

Computación Word 3

6:30pm - 8:30pm
En español, Adultos
Clase de Tecnologia
Closed
Registration
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: En español, Adultos
Program Type: Clase de Tecnologia
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Description:

Es la tercera clase de una serie sobre Microsoft Word. Si asiste a las 3 clases, recibirá un certificado después de terminar. 

 

 

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.

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

Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Discussion Group

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Book Discussion Group
Closed
Registration
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion Group
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Description:

Read and discuss "The Kaiju Preservation Society" by John Scalzi.  Copies available at the circulation desk.

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 "Adults" group.

All Together Now- The Beatles and the Yellow Submarine

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Speaker/ Presentation
Closed
Registration
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

Professor Moptop has taught college-level Beatles knowledge for over 25 years.

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 "Adults" group.

Contemporary Book Discussion Group

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Book Discussion Group
Closed
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Description:

Read and discuss Where the Deer and the Antelope Play by Nick Offerman:

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.