Event List

Join local author Refe Tuma for a crash course in storytelling (and a little mad science) with heroes, villains, and the physics of storytelling, as Refe inspires them to craft compelling stories in books, games, songs and even every day conversat

Stop by Youth Services for a surprise hands-on activity. We'll have a different activity each week including crafts, games, building, robots, and more! This is a drop-in program, no registration is required.

Kal Penn (kalpenn.com) is an actor, writer, producer, and former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement.

A screening and discussion of 2011's The Help (PG-13, 146  min.). This program is co-sponsored by the American Association of University Women Crystal Lake Branch.

Calling all crafters! Pack up your current projects and head over to the library for a casual program where you can socialize with other makers while you work. Registration encouraged.

Do you need a little help with your smartphone, tablet, laptop or e-reader? Bring your device and your questions to this drop-in event. CLPL staff will help you navigate your device and the library's digital resources.

Have you ever wanted to learn to meditate but didn't know where to start? Come join Megan as she guides you through some basic meditation and mindful breathing techniques. All levels welcome.

A story time for every little one! Join us for a short story time followed by playtime for children and their caregivers to enjoy. Recommended for children ages Birth - 5 yrs. with their caregiver. Drop-in, no registration is required. 

The weather is warming up and it's time to start planting! Join us for a relaxing paint session on a new, clay flower pot. Then, fill it with soil and pick a seed from our upcoming Seed Library to take home and grow!

Stop by Youth Services for a surprise hands-on activity. We'll have a different activity each week including crafts, games, building, robots, and more! This is a drop-in program, no registration is required.

Create your own custom t-shirt by spraying bleach over stencils on dark fabric! Bring a shirt of your own or use one of ours (sizes and quantity limited). Bleach, stencils, gloves and masks will be provided by the library. Dress for a mess!

Relax and color your stress away! We'll provide the supplies or feel free to bring your own. Registration encouraged.

Still undecided or want to change careers? Join us at the Crystal Lake Public library to learn from McHenry County College staff about career exploration and resources.