McHenry Public Library District

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McHenry Public Library District
809 Front St.
McHenry, IL 60050
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Featured Events

Your Skin Holds You In by Becky Baines

STEM Me a Story

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

S.T.E.M./ Maker

Age Group:

Children

Open

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:

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!

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Preschool Children

Open

Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District

Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)

Age Group: Preschool Children

Program Type: Storytime

Registration Required

Event Description:

Books, music, and activities! We'll feature a new theme every session.

purple, pink, and blue salt and watercolor snowflakes

Mini Masterpieces

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Preschool Children

Open

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:

Create a snowflake masterpiece with watercolors, white crayon, and table salt!

Introduction to Genealogy & Getting Organized

Introduction to Genealogy & Getting Organized (w/ MCIGS)

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Genealogy

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District

Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Genealogy

Registration Required

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.

Project Linus

Blanket Making with Project Linus

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) at McHenry Public Library District

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Children, Tweens, Teens

Open

Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District

Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136)

Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Description:

Come to the library to make no-sew blankets for Project Linus to give to kids in need. Parents and caregivers should plan to stay and assist younger children.

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Time	Sun (3/29)	Mon (3/30)	Tue (3/31)	Wed (4/01)	Thu (4/02)	Fri (4/03)	Sat (4/04)
9 am		This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adultos" group AARP Free Tax Aid 9:00am–2:00pm Adults, Adultos Other This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adultos" group Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Conference Room (Room 124) Age Group: Adults, Adultos Program Type: Other Event Description: The Tax-Aide program will run Mondays - Wednesdays from February 3 through April 13, 2026. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adultos" group AARP Free Tax Aid 9:00am–2:00pm Adults, Adultos Other This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adultos" group Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Conference Room (Room 124) Age Group: Adults, Adultos Program Type: Other Event Description: The Tax-Aide program will run Mondays - Wednesdays from February 3 through April 13, 2026. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adultos" group AARP Free Tax Aid 9:00am–2:00pm Adults, Adultos Other This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adultos" group Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Conference Room (Room 124) Age Group: Adults, Adultos Program Type: Other Event Description: The Tax-Aide program will run Mondays - Wednesdays from February 3 through April 13, 2026. 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						This event is in the "Infants" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group Sensory Play Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Infants, Toddlers Storytime Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Infants" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group Upcoming 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.
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6 pm		This event is in the "Preschool Children" group This event is in the "Children" group Play-Doh® Party ¡Fiesta! 6:00pm–6:45pm Preschool Children, Children Arts & Crafts, Bilingual Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool Children" group This event is in the "Children" group Upcoming Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) Age Group: Preschool Children, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Bilingual Registration Required Event Description: Join us for a colorful Play-Doh® fiesta! Kids from ages 3 to 9 can sculpt, squish, and create at fun hands-on stations. Come play and make something amazing! 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.
7 pm					This event is in the "Adults" group Mystery Book Group 7:00pm–8:30pm Adults Book Discussion Group Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming 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 The Daughter of Time by Josephine Tey. 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.