Storytimes near MCHENRY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT

4727 W Crystal Lake Road, McHenry, IL, 60050, US

Come hear a plant-themed storytime and learn some facts about growing plants.

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank. Every Monday-Friday* from 12:00-1:00 p.m. *Program begins June 1, 2026 and ends on August 14, 2026. No meals are served on 7/3 Todos los estudiantes de 18 años o menores recibirán una caja de almuerzo complementaria proporcionada por Northern Illinois Food Bank. Todos los lunes a viernes * de 12:00 p.m.- 1:00 p.m. * El programa comienza el 1 de junio de 2026 y finaliza el 14 de agosto de 2026. No se sirven comidas los días 7/3

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

Discover unique creatures from around the world, including mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and insects. Meet a slow-moving sloth, feel a fox's fur, or pet a pancake tortoise—it's all up to you!

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

Paint and decorate your own wooden birdhouse while enjoying a refreshing drink. Pinta y decora tu propia casita de madera para pájaros mientras disfrutas de una bebida refrescante. #HOC

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

Bring in your device to learn more about it! Our librarians are happy to answer your technology questions. Drop-in or register for a reminder before the event. Consider a 1-on-1 appointment for inquiries longer than 10 minutes. Ask a librarian for more info.

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank. Every Monday-Friday* from 12:00-1:00 p.m. *Program begins June 1, 2026 and ends on August 14, 2026. No meals are served on 7/3 Todos los estudiantes de 18 años o menores recibirán una caja de almuerzo complementaria proporcionada por Northern Illinois Food Bank. Todos los lunes a viernes * de 12:00 p.m.- 1:00 p.m. * El programa comienza el 1 de junio de 2026 y finaliza el 14 de agosto de 2026. No se sirven comidas los días 7/3

6422 Main Street, McHenry Public Library, Union, IL, 60180, US

Come visit the Library at the McHenry County Historical Society & Museum Heritage Fair on July 12 from 9 am - 3pm. There will be free museum admission, a pie contest, bake sale, fabric sale, petting zoon, vintage cars, fire trucks, quilt raffles, and so much more!

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

Get ready to build, code, and create! In this fun, hands-on class, students will use the LEGO® SPIKE™ Essential set to explore the basics of robotics and programming. Kids will build exciting models, bring them to life with motors and sensors, and learn simple coding through playful challenges and teamwork. Perfect for young creators who are just starting to learn robotics and coding basics. This class builds problem-solving skills, creativity, and confidence—all while having a blast with LEGO®! Only register for ONE session to allow for more people to participate. It will be the SAME SESSION both times, so you won’t miss anything. Duplicate registrations will be canceled.

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank. Every Monday-Friday* from 12:00-1:00 p.m. *Program begins June 1, 2026 and ends on August 14, 2026. No meals are served on 7/3 Todos los estudiantes de 18 años o menores recibirán una caja de almuerzo complementaria proporcionada por Northern Illinois Food Bank. Todos los lunes a viernes * de 12:00 p.m.- 1:00 p.m. * El programa comienza el 1 de junio de 2026 y finaliza el 14 de agosto de 2026. No se sirven comidas los días 7/3

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

Learn more about raptors and the critical role they play in the food chain, along with conservation efforts in an educational program with the Northern Illinois Raptor Rehab and Education.

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

Escucha un cuento y luego crea una manualidad inspirada en la historia. ¡Diversión e imaginación para niños de 3-9 años! Enjoy a story and then make a craft inspired by it. A fun, creative time for children ages 3-9! #HOC

7055 McCullom Lake Rd, Wonder Lake, IL, 60097, US

Join the Youth Services Staff at Harrison Benwell Park, where we will read stories and dance to music. Bring chairs or blankets to sit on. (If it's raining or if the heat index is projected to be 100° or higher by 9 a.m. the program will be canceled.)

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank. Every Monday-Friday* from 12:00-1:00 p.m. *Program begins June 1, 2026 and ends on August 14, 2026. No meals are served on 7/3 Todos los estudiantes de 18 años o menores recibirán una caja de almuerzo complementaria proporcionada por Northern Illinois Food Bank. Todos los lunes a viernes * de 12:00 p.m.- 1:00 p.m. * El programa comienza el 1 de junio de 2026 y finaliza el 14 de agosto de 2026. No se sirven comidas los días 7/3

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

Get ready to build, code, and create! In this fun, hands-on class, students will use the LEGO® SPIKE™ Essential set to explore the basics of robotics and programming. Kids will build exciting models, bring them to life with motors and sensors, and learn simple coding through playful challenges and teamwork. Perfect for young creators who are just starting to learn robotics and coding basics. This class builds problem-solving skills, creativity, and confidence—all while having a blast with LEGO®! Only register for ONE session to allow for more people to participate. It will be the SAME SESSION both times, so you won’t miss anything. Duplicate registrations will be canceled.

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

Come to the library to read to a certified therapy dog. Dog owner will be present. This program is for kids ages 5 to 10 years old. Sign up for a slot by stopping by, calling the library, or filling out this form.

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

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

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank. Every Monday-Friday* from 12:00-1:00 p.m. *Program begins June 1, 2026 and ends on August 14, 2026. No meals are served on 7/3 Todos los estudiantes de 18 años o menores recibirán una caja de almuerzo complementaria proporcionada por Northern Illinois Food Bank. Todos los lunes a viernes * de 12:00 p.m.- 1:00 p.m. * El programa comienza el 1 de junio de 2026 y finaliza el 14 de agosto de 2026. No se sirven comidas los días 7/3

701 North Green Street, McHenry, IL, 60050, US

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. This is a drive-thru pick-up model. First come, first served. La colaboración con el mercado al aire libre proporcionará alimentos frescos y gratuitos a los vecinos del norte de Illinois. Todos son bienvenidos. No se require identificación, comprobante de ingresos ni referencia. Este es un servicio de recogida desde el auto. Se atiende por orden de llegada.

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

A windstorm blew through the farm and made a real mess of things. Can you figure out how to bring everything to rights? Join us for a farm-themed escape room! This program is intended for kids 5 to 9 and their adult. Please register once per family, listing the number of people attending in the special notes field.

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Celebrate #America250 with MPLD! At nine feet tall, this impressive portrait of the sixteenth president has been praised by those who knew him as more lifelike than any other. Exhibited at the US Capitol, the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia, and the Union League Club in New York, among other important places, this portrait eventually found a home in the Hartley Dodge Memorial in Madison, NJ. Mallory will share her first-hand account of researching this painting and the stories she uncovered as she leads the audience through this painting’s fascinating provenance. This portrait is currently on loan to the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery. #America250

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank. Every Monday-Friday* from 12:00-1:00 p.m. *Program begins June 1, 2026 and ends on August 14, 2026. No meals are served on 7/3 Todos los estudiantes de 18 años o menores recibirán una caja de almuerzo complementaria proporcionada por Northern Illinois Food Bank. Todos los lunes a viernes * de 12:00 p.m.- 1:00 p.m. * El programa comienza el 1 de junio de 2026 y finaliza el 14 de agosto de 2026. No se sirven comidas los días 7/3

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

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.

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"Dinero sin Fronteras" es un programa que ayuda a la comunidad a aprender cómo planear para un mejor futuro financiero. Muchos Latinos llegamos a este país sin saber cómo trabaja el dinero o las finanzas. Este programa nos enseña cómo manejar nuestro dinero y finanzas de la A-Z con el presentador César Popoca de Primerica. Es necesario registrarse para este programa virtual de Zoom. Para acceder el programa de Zoom, compartiremos el enlace una semana antes del 16 de julio. #HOC

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

See if you can finish our indoor obstacle course!

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

Any student age 18 and under receives a complimentary boxed lunch provided by the Northern Illinois Food Bank. Every Monday-Friday* from 12:00-1:00 p.m. *Program begins June 1, 2026 and ends on August 14, 2026. No meals are served on 7/3 Todos los estudiantes de 18 años o menores recibirán una caja de almuerzo complementaria proporcionada por Northern Illinois Food Bank. Todos los lunes a viernes * de 12:00 p.m.- 1:00 p.m. * El programa comienza el 1 de junio de 2026 y finaliza el 14 de agosto de 2026. No se sirven comidas los días 7/3

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

Learn what artificial intelligence (AI) is, where it already shows up in your life, what it’s good (and not so good) at, and why it’s causing both excitement and worry.

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

Main Street, McHenry, IL, 60050, US

Look for the Library's float in the Fiesta Days Parade! https://mchenryfiestadays.com/

809 Front St., McHenry, IL, 60050, US

Make a window greenhouse and grow some bean plants! Come to the Questions Desk or schedule a curbside pickup of this STEAM activity beginning July 20. Available while supplies last.