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 (5/17)	Mon (5/18)	Tue (5/19)	Wed (5/20)	Thu (5/21)	Fri (5/22)	Sat (5/23)
All Day			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 This event is in the "Infants" group This event is in the "Toddlers" group 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.
10 am			This event is in the "Preschool Children" group Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Preschool Children Storytime Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool Children" group Upcoming 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. 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.			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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Dried Flower Embroidery 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Arts & Crafts Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Description: Blend the art of embroidery with the beauty of preserved botanical elements Due to the popularity of this program, please cancel your registration if you are unable to make it. 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 Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale 12:00pm–4:00pm All Ages Other This event is in the "All Ages" group 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 Spring 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.
1 pm
2 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group Wednesday Table Top Games 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults Games & Activities Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open 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.
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4 pm
5 pm					This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Crochet Club 5:00pm–6:00pm Tweens, Teens Arts & Crafts Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Upcoming Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Room East (Room 135) Age Group: Tweens, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required 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.
6 pm		This event is in the "Preschool Children" group This event is in the "Children" group Cuentos & Crafts 6:00pm–6:30pm 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: Escucha un cuento y luego crea una manualidad inspirada en la historia. ¡Diversión e imaginación 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.		This event is in the "Children" group Family STEAM Night: Rube Goldberg Machines 6:00pm–7:00pm Children S.T.E.M./ Maker Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Upcoming 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 will learn what a Rube Goldberg machine is and make one of our own! 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		This event is in the "Adults" group Classic 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: Conference Room (Room 124) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion Group Registration Required Event Description: Read and discuss Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte. Copies are available at the Checkout Desk or through a Curbside Pickup appointment. Digital editions may be available from Libby or Hoopla. Classic Book Discussion Group If you enjoy classic titles that stand the test of time, 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group ILP: Babel-On with R.F. Kuang 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Live on Zoom Age Group: Adults Program Type: Speaker/ Presentation, Virtual Event Description: Register here: https://bit.ly/ILPKuang and select MPLD as your library! 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. This event is in the "Adults" group MPLD Board Meeting 7:00pm–9:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: McHenry Public Library District Room: Meeting Rooms East and West (135 & 136) Age Group: Adults Event Description: The public is welcome to attend.