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Wonder Lake Farmer & Makers Market

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Information Table

Age Group:

All Ages
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Information Table
Event Description:

Visit McHenry Public Library's table at the Wonder Lake Farmer & Makers Market! We'll be visiting May 14, June 11, July 9, August 13, and September 17.

 

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Summer Family Market / Mercados familiares de verano en la biblioteca

Friday, August 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Parking Lot at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

All Ages, Todas las edades
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: All Ages, Todas las edades
Program Type: Other
Event Description:

This outdoor market collaboration will provide free and fresh groceries to neighbors throughout Northern Illinois. Everyone is welcome. No ID, proof of income, or referral is needed. 

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Ozobots®

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

S.T.E.M./ Maker

Age Group:

Children
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:

Come to the library to code with Ozobots® !

Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy by John Le Carre

Classic Book Group

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room (Room 124) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Book Discussion Group

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion Group
Registration Required
Event Description:

Read and discuss "Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy " by John Le Carre. Copies are available at the Checkout Desk or through a Curbside Pickup appointment. Digital editions may be available from Libby or Hoopla.

Pencil & Eraser: We Have a Dull-emma! by Jenny Alvarado

Family Graphic Novel Club

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room East (Room 135) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Book Discussion Group

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Discussion Group
Registration Required
Event Description:

Welcome to Family Graphic Novel Club! This month's pick is Pencil & Eraser: We Have a Dull-emma!, by Jenny Alvarado.

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All Day

October Take Home Craft: Pumpkin Paper Bag Puppet

All Day 10/12–10/18
Youth
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Description:

Make a pumpkin puppet out of a lunch bag and construction paper! Come to the Questions Desk or schedule a curbside pickup of this craft beginning October 12. 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.

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

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

9:00am–5:00pm
All Ages
Other
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Warehouse
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Description:

Check out the Friends of the McHenry Library Fall Used Book Sale. The book sale will feature hundreds of hardcover and paperback books, movies, music, and more at bargain prices.

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 Polish

Nasza biblioteka robi wszystko co tylko możliwe aby wszyscy mogli skorzystać z naszych programów. Jeżeli mają państwo jakiekolwiek pytania dotyczące dostępności lub specyficzne potrzeby prosimy o skontaktowanie się  z biblioteką.

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
11 am

Tech Drop-In

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Technology Class
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Description:

Do you have a device that you can't figure out? New to the "cloud" and have no idea where to start? Drop in and get help from our knowledgeable librarians!

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.
12 pm

Exploring Cold Blooded Creatures with Cold Blooded Parties

12:00pm–1:00pm
Youth
Speaker/ Presentation
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation
Registration Required
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.
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
2 pm

Internal meeting

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Internal Meeting
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Internal Meeting
Event Description:

Staff review

Craft & Chat

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Conference Room (Room 124)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Bring an unfinished project or start a new one while meeting new friends from the 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.

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

Menopause 101

3:00pm–4:00pm
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:

World Menopause Day is October 18! Break the stigma by learning more about menopause, perimenopause, and supporting your physical and emotional well-being during these changes with OBGYNs from Mercyhealth.

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.
4 pm
5 pm

Dungeons and Dragons® - High School Edition

5:30pm–8:30pm
Teens
Games & Activities
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
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.

Dungeons and Dragons® - Junior High Edition

5:30pm–7:30pm
Tweens
Games & Activities
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us at the library and make (or take) a character as we play through different D&D modules in the 5th edition of this fantasy role-playing game with an experienced Dungeon Master.

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.

Member Preview Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

5:30pm–8:30pm
All Ages
Other
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Warehouse
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Description:

Member Preview Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale. Membership applications and fees can be turned in during the event to access the Preview Night sale. 

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 Polish

Nasza biblioteka robi wszystko co tylko możliwe aby wszyscy mogli skorzystać z naszych programów. Jeżeli mają państwo jakiekolwiek pytania dotyczące dostępności lub specyficzne potrzeby prosimy o skontaktowanie się  z biblioteką.

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.
6 pm

Art Lab

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District
Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

This month, we are going to make plastic planter candy dishes

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.

Family STEAM: Catapults

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
S.T.E.M./ Maker
Open
Registration Required
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:

Welcome to Family STEAM Night! This month we are going to be making catapults to launch candy corn and candy pumpkins! This program is intended for kids 5 to 9 and their adult.

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

Creación de Currículum 1

7:00pm–8:30pm
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 crear un curriculum desde cero o recibe asesoramiento profesional para mejorar el que ya tiene. Los 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.