McHenry Public Library District

09/05/2026

We're at the McHenry Home Depot today until 11:30 am for a kids' building event — stop by and sign up for a library card while you're there!

09/04/2026

The library will be closed all day Monday. Have a safe and happy Labor Day!
You can access our digital library 24/7; try Libby and Kanopy with your MPLD Library Card.
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09/04/2026

¡Crea una manualidad divertida y prueba delicias de México, Colombia y la República Dominicana!
Regitrensen aqui: https://mchenry.librarycalendar.com/event/sabores-y-manualidades-latinas-latin-flavors-crafts-33049

Sabores y manualidades latinas
(Para edades de 6 a 9 años)
Jueves 10 de septiembre, 5 - 6 pm

ENG: Create a fun craft and taste treats from Mexico, Colombia, and the Dominican Republic!

Latin Flavors & Crafts
(For ages 6 - 9 years)
Thursday, September 10, 5 - 6 pm

09/03/2026

Find us at a community event this summer and fall!
https://mchenrylib.org/lcsumevents
Library staff will be in the community helping new cardholders sign up, answering questions, and handing out special giveaways to those getting a new card or renewing their card at a sign-up event or in the library. To sign up for a library card, bring photo identification and proof of your current address.


Library Card Sign-up Events 2026
Riverwalk Chalkwalk Fest - Sunday, August 30, 11:30 am - 3:30 pm

Home Depot - Saturday, September 5, 9 am - 11:45 am

Culver's - Tuesday, September 15, 5 - 8 pm

Light the Night at Miller Point Park - Saturday, September 26, 5 - 8 pm

Stonewater Community Clubhouse - Tuesday, September 29, 4 - 7 pm

Bull Valley Village Hall - Saturday, October 3, 12 - 4 pm

09/03/2026

Reminder: the library will be closed on Monday, September 7, for Labor Day.

ESP: Recordatorio: la biblioteca permanecerá cerrada el lunes 7 de septiembre con motivo del Día del Trabajo.

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The Library will be closed Monday, September 7, for Labor Day. View upcoming Library closed dates here: https://mchenrylib.org/closed

La biblioteca estará cerrada el lunes 7 de septiembre, para el día de trabajo. Próximas fechas en las que estará cerrada la biblioteca en el enlace

09/02/2026

True Crime book group is back! Join us at Toast and Roast (1250 N Green St) in McHenry for this book discussion.

Check out and register for more upcoming events for Adults at the link below.

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09/02/2026

Use Your Library Card this September!

Stop by the McHenry Library during September, check out materials, and you'll be automatically entered into a drawing for a gift card from a local business.


ESP: ¡Utilice su tarjeta de biblioteca este septiembre!

Pasé por la Biblioteca de McHenry durante septiembre, saqué materiales prestados y participé automáticamente en un sorteo para una tarjeta de regalo de un negocio local.

09/01/2026

Get crafty with programs for young children, tweens, and teens at the Library.

Don't miss Mini Masterpieces for this cool bubble art for kids 3 - 6.
Teens and tweens can learn to make DIY patches to personalize any item of clothing.
Register here: https://mchenrylib.org/youthevents

09/01/2026

Friends of the McHenry Public Library are hosting a special Audiobook sale!
From Monday August 31 - September 8, Audiobooks will be 50¢ each or 3 for $1.

ESP: ¡Los Amigos de la Biblioteca Pública de McHenry tendran una venta especial de audiolibros! Desde el lunes 31 de agosto hasta el 8 de septiembre, los audiolibros costarán 50¢ cada uno o 3 por $1.

09/01/2026

Stop by to experience our poster exhibition from the 9/11 Memorial & Museum: September 11, 2001: The Day That Changed the World.

On display September 1 - 30.