PROGRAM GUIDE
February – March 2024
MCHENRY COUNTY LIBRARY LOVERS EXPEDITION
Feb 1 – March 30, 2024
Take a tour of public libraries that serve McHenry County! Get your “passport,” collect souvenir brag tags, try fun activities, and explore the many services and resources on offer. Visit 12 – 14 participating libraries to be eligible for gift card prize baskets. Register in person at our Customer Service desk to get started and receive a list of participating libraries.
BALIBRARY FANDOM FEST Saturday, Feb 24, 11 AM – 4 PM
Calling all Jedi, Whovians, Avengers, Trekkies, heroes, and villains of all ages – Fandom Fest is back! Celebrate all things fandom with an artist alley, cosplayers galore, epic photo ops, cool crafts, and live music! Get a free airbrush tattoo and join our passport challenge. Come in cosplay to add to the fun! Drop in.
BRING THE FAMILY
All ages w/caregiver. Drop in. Meeting Room except where noted. Look for the ❂ to find Spring Break fun throughout the Program Guide!
Book Bingo
March 1 – 31 Celebrate Read Across America by completing a Book Bingo card and receive a small prize when you finish! Start your journey at the Youth Services Desk.
Family Fort Building ❂
Friday, March 22, 1:30 – 3 PM Build an amazing fort with the Library’s fort-building supplies.
Recycled Robots ❂
Monday, March 25, 2 – 3 PM Make a super cool robot using cardboard boxes and other recycled materials. Program Room.
Mammals & More ❂
Tuesday, March 26, 10 AM OR 11 AM Learn about and meet some of the most unique creatures from around the world!
Family Movie: Trolls Band Together ❂
All ages Friday, March 29, 1:30 PM Bring the family for a movie on our big screen. Wigglers and wailers welcome. Enjoy popcorn and movie-friendly activities, too.