Upcoming Events

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 in our yard.

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. With playful books, songs, and crafts, this storytime will be enjoyed by the whole family.

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 poet Diane Wlezien for a photo exhibition and poetry reading.

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 celebrate all the edible plants hiding in plain sight.

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 income. Appointments required: please contact Senior Services at 81

Join us for Mini Links, the Friends of the Library’s biggest fundraiser of the year! Ever dreamed of navigating your way through the nonfiction section with a putter in hand?

Spend time at the Hooved Animal Humane Society interacting and reading with the horses. Attendees must sign safety waivers, and space is limited to children attending the program with their caregiver. More dates may be added later.

Families who speak, or are learning to speak, Spanish can enjoy stories, crafts, and songs at our Spanish-language storytime. This program is conducted entirely in Spanish.
Day:    Mondays

Do you pick at your nails and cuticles or other things and are looking to break the habit? Make your own picky pad that is filled with beads and other objects to provide a textured stress reliever which helps avoid picking at other things.

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, design, tools, books and more. 

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 that interests you.

The McHenry County Department of Health will be offering wellness screenings for cholesterol, triglycerides, glucose, blood pressure, body mass analysis, AIC, and heart age assessment. Fasting not required.

Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. With playful books, songs, and crafts, this storytime will be enjoyed by the whole family.

Dress for a mess and get creative at this hands-on learning experience featuring different artists and the art styles they’re famous for.
Dates: Thursdays/January 16, February 13, March 13, April 17

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 answer that question by providing you the basic information on how t

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

Drop in for an "egg-citing" afternoon of crafts, games, and activities to celebrate our library chickens.
Date:   Saturday/April 26
Time:  2:00-3:30 p.m.

Are you committed to or considering starting at McHenry County College? Learn from McHenry County College staff on how to get started.

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.