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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
January Take Home Craft: Paper Yeti
All Day
1/11–1/17
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
McHenry Public Library District
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Description:
Make a paper yeti! Come to the Questions Desk or schedule a curbside pickup of this craft beginning January 11. 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.
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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
Preschool Children,
Children,
Preescolar,
Niños
Bilingual,
Storytime,
Virtual
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
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Hora de Cuentos
All Day
Bilingual,
Storytime,
Virtual
Library Branch:
McHenry Public Library District
Room:
Watch on YouTube
Age Group:
Preschool Children,
Children,
Preescolar,
Niños
Program Type:
Bilingual,
Storytime,
Virtual
Event Description:
¡Haremos cuentos bilingües, rimas, música, baile y más para niños interesados en escuchar ambos idiomas! Para niños de 3-9 años.
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Infants" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Infants,
Toddlers
Storytime
This event is in the "Infants" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Jan
12
2026
Mon
Storytime for Little Ones!
Library Branch:
McHenry Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group:
Infants,
Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Description:
Stories, songs, and rhymes - oh my! Geared towards babies and toddlers, this storytime features a new theme each week as well as a take home craft.
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.
No Siblings
No older siblings, please.
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This event is in the "Infants" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Infants,
Toddlers
Storytime
This event is in the "Infants" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Jan
15
2026
Thu
Storytime for Little Ones!
Library Branch:
McHenry Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group:
Infants,
Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Description:
Stories, songs, and rhymes - oh my! Geared towards babies and toddlers, this storytime features a new theme each week as well as a take home craft.
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.
No Siblings
No older siblings, please.
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This event is in the "Preschool Children" group
Preschool Children
Storytime
This event is in the "Preschool Children" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Preschool Storytime
10:00am–10:30am
Storytime
Library Branch:
McHenry Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group:
Preschool Children
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Description:
Books, music, and activities! We'll feature a new theme every session.
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.
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This event is in the "Preschool Children" group
Preschool Children
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Preschool Children" group
Jan
14
2026
Wed
Mini Masterpieces
10:00am–10:30am
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
McHenry Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group:
Preschool Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Description:
Create a snowflake masterpiece with watercolors, white crayon, and table salt!
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.
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This event is in the "Infants" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Infants,
Toddlers
Storytime
This event is in the "Infants" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Jan
16
2026
Fri
Sensory Play Storytime
10:00am–10:30am
Storytime
Library Branch:
McHenry Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group:
Infants,
Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytime
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
17
2026
Sat
Introduction to Genealogy & Getting Organized (w/ MCIGS)
10:00am–12:00pm
Genealogy
Library Branch:
McHenry Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Genealogy
Event Description:
Join genealogists from the McHenry Library and the McHenry County Genealogical Society to learn how to start researching your own family history. Topics we will cover include where to find and how to cite genealogical evidence.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Games & Activities
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
14
2026
Wed
Wednesday Table Top Games
2:00pm–4:00pm
Games & Activities
Library Branch:
McHenry Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Games & Activities
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Dungeons and Dragons® - High School Edition
5:30pm–8:30pm
Games & Activities
Library Branch:
McHenry Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room West (Room 136)
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Games & Activities
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. #hsdnd
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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This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Tweens,
Teens
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jan
15
2026
Thu
Crochet Club
5:00pm–6:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
McHenry Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room East (Room 135)
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Description:
Come to the library to learn how to crochet or work on your latest project! All levels welcome. Bring your own project and yarn or participate in a simple project.
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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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
12
2026
Mon
STEM Me a Story
6:00pm–7:00pm
S.T.E.M./ Maker
Library Branch:
McHenry Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
S.T.E.M./ Maker
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!
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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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jan
14
2026
Wed
Diamond Art Book Covers
6:00pm–8:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
McHenry Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Description:
Bring the book you've always wanted to level up--and enjoy a mug of hot chocolate-- while we bedazzle book covers! Gently used books will be provided if you do not have your own.
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Jan
13
2026
Tue
ILP: Bringing History to Life with Jonathan Eig
Library Branch:
McHenry Public Library District
Room:
Live on Zoom
Disclaimer(s)
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.
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