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All Day
This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Todas las edades" group

Find Your Wild 2025

All Day 5/24–8/31
All Ages, Todas las edades
Other
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Age Group: All Ages, Todas las edades
Program Type: Other
Event Description:

Join the Challenge

Branches:
McHenry Public Library District
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
Virtual Event
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Watch on YouTube
Age Group: Infants, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime, Virtual
Event Description:

Stories, songs, and rhymes - oh my! Geared towards babies and toddlers, this virtual storytime features a new theme every 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.

9 am
This event is in the "All Ages" group

McHenry Library Sign Up Event at Home Depot

9:00am–12:00pm
All Ages
Information Table
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Information Table
Event Description:

Join us for a Library Card Sign-up Event at the McHenry Home Depot during their Kids' Workshop. We'll help new cardholders sign up for library cards, answer questions, and hand out special giveaways to those getting a new card or renewing the

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 "Preschool Children" group

Mini Masterpieces

10:00am–10:30am
Preschool Children
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
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 one-of-a-kind handprint tea towels for Grandparent’s Day!

 

 

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

Sensory Play Storytime

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

Stories come to life with Sensory Play Storytime. Interactive aspects such as ASL words of the day and sensory bin play are perfect for toddlers and parents to practice together.

 

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.
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Page Flippers

10:00am–11:00am
Tweens
Book Discussion Group
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Discussion Group
Registration Required
Event Description:

Welcome to Page Flippers! This month's pick: Dog Squad, by Chris Grabenstein.

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

Internal Library Meetings

1:30pm–5:00pm
Internal Meeting
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Program Type: Internal Meeting
This event is in the "En español" group
This event is in the "Adultos" group

Conceptos básicos de los teléfonos inteligentes 1

1:00pm–2:30pm
En español, Adultos
En Español, Technology Class
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: En español, Adultos
Program Type: En Español, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Description:

Inscríbase en nuestra clase de tecnología sobre cómo usar el teléfono inteligente. para usuarios de Android y Apple. Lo invitamos a participar en una o en ambas sesiones.

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.

2 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group

Wednesday Table Top Games

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Games & Activities
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us for an afternoon of tabletop games. You can bring your own games to share or enjoy one from our collection.

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.
3 pm
4 pm
This event is in the "Children" group

Read Fur Fun

4:00pm–6:00pm
Children
Storytime
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Description:

Come to the library to read to a licensed therapy dog. Dog owner will be present. This program is for kids in grades K through 5. 

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.
5 pm
This event is in the "Preschool Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "En español" group
This event is in the "Preescolar" group
This event is in the "Niños" group

¡Hora de Cuentos y Manualidad!

5:00pm–5:30pm
Preschool Children, Children, En español, Preescolar, Niños
Bilingual, Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Preschool Children, Children, En español, Preescolar, Niños
Program Type: Bilingual, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Description:

¡Haremos cuentos bilingües, rimas, música, baile y más para niños interesados en escuchar ambos idiomas! Para niños de 3-9 años y sus padres o proveedores de cuidado. ¡Manualidad incluida!

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

Teen and Tween Craft n’ Sip: Morse Code Bracelets and Keychains

5:00pm–6:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Creativity and drinks are aplenty as you create a secret message on a keychain or bracelet.

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
7 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group

Most Haunted Locations of Illinois - The Scariest Places

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Speaker/ Presentation
Open
Registration Required
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:

This presentation takes you on a ghostly journey to some of the most haunted places across the state. From wandering ghosts in the North Woods, to a haunted B&B in Chicago and beyond.

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

Mystery Book Discussion Group

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Book Discussion Group
Open
Registration Required
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 "Cold Moon" by Jeffery Deaver. Copies are available at the Checkout Desk or through a Curbside Pickup appointment. Digital editions may be available from Libby or Hoopla.

Mystery Book Discussion Group

Copies of the title 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.