Event List

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide trained tax preparers provides in-person tax assistance to anyone, free of charge, with a focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate incom...

Volunteer genealogists from the Kishwaukee Trail Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution will help prospective members with applications. Members must be descended from the pa...

Could you recognize the signs of Alzheimer’s and Dementia? Join us at the library to learn basic information on the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages, risk factor...

Join the McHenry County Civil War Roundtable for a series of interesting and informative historical presentations.   

Author, naturalist and photographer Stan Tekiela presents fun and fascinating facts and tidbits about some of the birds that people love to hate along with some of the common birds...

After a long cold winter, you’ll be ready for a little sunshine. How about some Sunny? Meet Sunny the miniature horse in front of the library and then move inside with artist and p...

Celebrate Earth Month with BlackForager, Alexis Nikole Nelson. A forager, outdoor educator, chef, and influencer based in Ohio, Nelson uses her platforms to yell, sing and celebrat...

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide trained tax preparers provides in-person tax assistance to anyone, free of charge, with a focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate incom...

No idea is too simple or too complex. Bring your questions, knowledge, and show and tell projects. Discussion is open to any topic relative to the art of quilting: construction, de...

The art of storytelling is becoming more and more popular. Local resident Joy Aavang, author and storyteller, invites you to join this group to share memories, history or anything ...

The McHenry County Department of Health will be offering wellness screenings for cholesterol, triglycerides, glucose, blood pressure, body mass analysis, AIC, and heart age assessm...

Have you ever asked yourself the question, "Should I try composting at home?”  Master Gardeners Suzie Morrissey and Cathy Klink invite you to join them as they help you a...

Perfect for Spring:  Choose your colors and wrap them around a styrofoam wreath to make a colorful door decoration.

Are you committed to or considering starting at McHenry County College? Learn from McHenry County College staff on how to get started. We will review next steps, timelines, and exp...

When the time comes to choose a Medicare plan or review your existing coverage the options can become overwhelming. This workshop presented by Jane Sanchez of Aegis Resources, Inc....

This support group allows spouses or life partners providing care to their companions to share their unique experiences with other spouses and life partners providing similar care....

Volunteer genealogists from the Kishwaukee Trail Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution will help prospective members with applications. Members must be descended from the pa...

Join bestselling author and illustrator Dan Santat for an afternoon event all about books and art with friend and collaborator, author Minh Lê. Dan Santat is the author and illustr...

Volunteer genealogists from the Kishwaukee Trail Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution will help prospective members with applications. Members must be descended from the pa...

Author Robert Girardi is stopping by the library to explore President Lincoln’s warm relationship with the US Army soldiers in his command. Girardi examines the mutual trust and re...

Celebrate what would be the 110th birthday of Orson Welles with a screening of The Stranger at the Opera House. During intermission we’ll have treats and trivia.

Join the Hollow Tree Spinners, a group of spinning enthusiasts, at the library for some fun and collaborative sessions. The meeting is open to the public and newcomers are encourag...

Join us to close out our fourth season with bestselling author Matthew Desmond in conversation with award-winning journalist, Natalie Moore. Desmond is a professor of sociology at ...