*Full Calendar Below
Gather & Grow
2nd & 4th Saturday
Each Month
9:00 – 10:30 AM
Read Between the Lynes
Story Time
Thursdays and Saturdays
10:30 AM
Home Depot Kids Workshops
1st Saturday Each Month
9:00 AM
Looking for fun activities for the family in McHenry County, IL? Below is Northern Illinois Parents Event calendar which includes local events and festivals for children, adults, and families. So check out the calendar for things to do and start planning your week/weekend.
*Be sure to call the venue beforehand to make sure the activity is still scheduled. Northern Illinois Parents is not liable for any accidents, harm, or cancellations of events.
Longest running Car Show in McHenry County! Every Wednesday Night in McHenry County! This summer, we’re thrilled to return downtown for our home location for Cary Cruise Nights. Every Wednesday Night in downtown Cary from 6:00-8:30P. *Final two weeks of the summer the shows end at 8:00P due to darkness We’re eagerly anticipating our 27th […]
June 4: Planes, Trains, Automobiles & Beyond Ice Cream Sponsor: Groundhog Days June 11: Summer Reads Ice Cream Sponsor: Woodstock Pride June 18: Kaleidoscope Ice Cream Sponsor: Theatre 121 June 25: Player’s Choice Ice Cream Sponsor: Farm Bureau of McHenry County July 2: America the Beautiful Ice Cream Sponsor: Friends of the Opera House July 9: The Big Apple Ice Cream […]
Explore helpful tools and techniques to make potty training a more positive experience. What’s Happening Led by Carolyn Sweeney, RN, retired School Nurse from the Special Education District of McHenry County, this workshop is designed to support families and caregivers through the toilet training process. ✔ Learn proven potty training techniques ✔ Discover ways to […]
We have two dates open! Monday June 16th and Friday June 13th are both available. If you have kids younger than 8, we recommend signing up for the 13th since it is mostly 7 year olds. If you have older kids, the 16th will be a better fit. If neither of those dates work for […]
Story Time & Craft with Marvin’s Toy Store at Grounds Coffee Bar & Cafe in Downtown Crystal Lake Join us the third Thursday of every month this summer at 10:00 AM for a fun Story Time and kids’ craft! June 19thJuly 17thAugust 21st Free craft supplies Perfect for ages 1–5 Free kids’ drink from Grounds with a […]
Can your team be the first to complete a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle? Back by popular demand, join us for the Library’s third Puzzle Competition. Sign up your team of 2-4 people beginning June 1. All members of the winning team will receive a prize. Snacks provided. All ages; no library card required. Free and open […]
Our young Stingray Bay passholders and visitors can enjoy free crafting activities at our new “Connie’s Craft Corner” on Tuesdays and Thursdays at The Bay this June and July from 1:00 – 2:30p! Simply visit the pavilion near Little Ray’s Reef to jump in on the fun! Primarily for ages 5 and under.
Join us for our community event at the Pearl Street Market. Enjoy the live music, shop the market of local vendors, eats from market vendors & food trucks.5pm – music in picnic pavilion, market & food trucks.7pm – main stage act in gazebo We encourage you to bring your chairs, blankets & this event is […]
Free entertainment series! Get ready to enjoy music under the stars at our Concerts in the Park series! Bring your blankets, your family, and your friends, and enjoy live performances in the beautiful outdoors. Enjoy alternative country music from Mackenzie O’Brien Band. See you at the park!