Kids Programs

Programs & Registration Youth Programs To register please call 847-358-5881 ext. 132, or visit our online program calendar. Click here for information about ADA Accommodations.
Drop-In Programs	Spring Break	Reaching Out
Children's Programs	Freeman Road Branch	Teen Programs
Family Programs	Rand Road Branch	Adult Programs

Drop-In Programs No registration required. Side-by-Side Storytime Tuesdays, 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. March 2, 9; April 6, 13, 20, 27 Fridays, 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. March 5, 12; April 9, 16, 23, 30 Ages 1-2 and 3-5 will be in separate rooms. Preschool Storytime Tuesdays, 1:00 - 1:30 p.m. March 2, 9; April 6, 13, 20, 27 Wednesdays, 7:00 - 7:30 p.m. March 3, 10; April 7, 14, 21, 28 Saturdays, 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. March 6, 13; April 10, 17, 24; May 1 Children ages 1 through going into Kindergarten are invited to attend storytime. Parents/ caregivers must remain with children ages 2 and under. Programs within the same week will feature the same stories. Drop-In Craft Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. March 11, 25; April 8, 22 Encourage your child’s creativity and enjoy a simple craft together. Young children and their parents/caregivers are invited to drop-in to Storyroom C anytime between 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. where a different craft will be featured on each date.
Children's Programs Bowling, Bean Bags and More! Friday, April 2, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Roll, toss and twist. Drop-in to the Library on your day off school for a mix of fun games designed to get you moving! Read to Rover Thursdays, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. April 8, 15, 22, 29 Children in grades 2-5 can experience reading to special therapy dogs. This stress-free, nonjudgmental environment allows children to build confidence in their reading. To reserve your 15 minute reading slot, register in person at the Reader Assistance Desk with a valid District card beginning Thursday, March 25. Baby Signs Thursday, April 15, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Join us to learn how babies and toddlers have a lot to say…even before they can actually speak! They can communicate with simple signs for words like "eat," "milk," and "more." Research indicates that signing helps babies develop intellectual and language skills and enriches parent- child relationships. Register with a valid District card beginning Thursday, April 1. Mother’s Day Craft Thursday, May 6, 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Drop-in to make something special for someone special! Mini Golf at the Library Friday, May 7, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Drop-in on your day off school and hit a few rounds on the Library’s indoor putting green.
Family Programs Family Laughter Club Mondays, 7:00 - 7:30 p.m. March 8, April 12 Join us for a program that combines laughter, gentle stretching exercises, and talking about good-hearted living (and chocolate!). Children under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an adult. Library materials about humor, health, and happiness will be available for checkout. For more information and to register, contact Gwenyth Udd, Certified Laughter Leader, ext. 108. Wii Everyone! Sunday, February 28, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Drop in for an afternoon of fun Wii games. No registration required. Family Safety Program Monday, April 5, 7:00 - 7:30 p.m. Join Sesame Street Muppets Grover and Rosita as they discover how to prepare for emergencies. This program for preschool children and their parents will include a video and discussion by a representative of the Palatine Emergency Management Agency. Families will receive a packet of information to take home. Register beginning Monday, March 1, ext. 132. National Poetry Month Contest Thursday, April 1 through Friday, April 30 Wordsmiths unite! Celebrate National Poetry Month by sharing your work with us during the month of April. Children, teens, and adults may submit up to 2 original poems for a chance to win a prize in a drawing. Submissions will be accepted in person and via email. Entries will be displayed in the Main Library. Official entry forms and complete guidelines will be available at all Library locations beginning Monday, March 15. Pint Size Polkas Saturday, April 17, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Celebrate National Library Week with an entertaining and educational musical experience! Uncle Mike’s snappy polka beat will captivate children of all ages as they learn about the alphabet, numbers, careers and other topics. You may even pick up a fancy new dance step! Following the performance, we’ll treat you to a tour of the children’s area. Tickets will be available beginning Saturday, April 3 to valid District cardholders. Sponsored by a grant from Mothers Are Special Tuesday, May 4, 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. Begin your Mother’s Day celebration a few days early! Preschoolers are invited to bring their mothers and grandmothers to our story program featuring moms. We’ll share lovely stories, funny stories, and exciting stories about all the ways that mothers care for their families. The program will include audience participation, music, and fun. Dads and grandpas are also welcome to attend.
Spring Break At the Library March 22 - 26 Mini Pizza Pizzazz Monday, March 22, Noon - 1:00 p.m. Love pizza? Children in grades 3 and up are invited to make mini pizza madness! We’ll provide the crust and all the toppings - just bring your imagination and your appetite! Register with a valid District card beginning Monday, March 8. Hairy Hooligan Training Camp Tuesday, March 23, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Calling all Hairy Hooligans! Are you a would-be hero destined for greatness? Prepare for a life of (mis)adventure at a party celebrating How to Train Your Dragon by Cressida Cowell. We’ll discuss the series, play Pin-the-Tail-on-the-Dragon, practice our Dragonese, and fortify ourselves with Crazy Dragon Crunch and Salty Sword Snacks. Prizes will be awarded. Grades 3-6. Register with a valid District card beginning Tuesday, February 23. The Rope Warrior Wednesday, March 24, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Join us for an amazing performance by Guinness World Record Holder, David Fisher, a.k.a The Rope Warrior. His high-energy, high-impact show covers everything from the basics to the truly unbelievable. Audience members will get a chance to help demonstrate different types of jumps and to challenge The Rope Warrior to attempt specific dance steps while jumping rope. A choreographed routine and a breathtaking finale conclude each show. Tickets will be available beginning Wednesday, March 10 to valid District cardholders. Special Italian Storytime Friday, March 26, 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. Join us for a special storytime featuring stories from Italy. Recommended for preschool through grade 2.
Freeman Road Branch Phone: 847-934-0220 Drop-in Craft Fridays, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. March 12, 26; April 9, 23 Young children and their parents/caregivers are invited to drop in at the Branch to make a simple craft together. No registration required. Preschool Storytime Friday, 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. March 5, 19; April 2, 16 Children ages 2 through going into Kindergarten are invited to storytime. Parents or caregivers must remain with their child. No registration required. TEEN TECH WEEK Learn, Create, Share @ your library Monday, March 8 - Saturday, March 13 Check out a DVD or CD at the Branch during Teen Tech Week and receive a fun prize at the Circulation Desk. For grades 7-12. Fun and Games Week Monday, March 22 - Friday, March 26 Join us at the Branch for some old fashion board game fun! There will be a variety of board games for all ages available to play. Bring a friend for an afternoon of fun.
Rand Road Branch Phone: 847-202-1194 Drop-in Craft Tuesdays, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. March 9, 23; April 13, 27 Children and their parents or caregivers are invited to drop into the Rand Road Branch and make a simple craft together. No registration required. Manualidad Abierta al Público Martes, de 1:00 a 5:00 p.m. 9, 23 de marzo; 13, 27 de abril Niños y sus papás o persona de cuido están invitados a la Sucursal de Rand Road para hacer juntos una manualidad o arte sencillo. No es necesario registrarse. Preschool Storytime Fridays, 12:10 - 12:35 p.m. March 5, 12, 19, 26; April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Children ages 1 through going into Kindergarten are invited to attend storytime. Parents or caregivers must remain with their child. No registration required. Hora de Cuentos para Preescolares Viernes, de 12:10 a 12:35 p.m. marzo 5, 12, 19, 26; abril 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Niños de 1 año hasta kindergarten están invitados asistir a la hora de cuentos. Los papás o persona de cuido tienen que estar presente con su niño. No es necesario registrarse. TEEN TECH WEEK Learn, Create, Share @ your library Monday, March 8 - Friday, March 12 7-12 graders can win a fun prize when they check out a DVD or CD at the Rand Road Branch. Semana de Tecnología para Adolecentes Aprende, Haz, Comparte en tu biblioteca 8 al 12 de marzo Jóvenes de séptimo and duodécimo grado tendrán la oportunidad de ganar un premio cada vez que saquen un DVD o CD de la Sucursal de Rand Road. Puppet Show Wednesday, March 24, 2:00 - 2:30 p.m. Enjoy a day off school with a puppet show. There’s sure to be lots of smiles and giggles as staff members from the Library perform a story with puppets. Children of all ages are welcome to attend. Teatro de Títeres Miercoles, 24 de marzo, de 2:00 a 2:30 p.m. Disfrute el día libre de la escuela con un teatro de tí teres. De seguro habrán muchas sonrisas y risitas cuando el personal de la Biblioteca actuen un cuento con tí teres. Niños de todas las edades están invitados.
Reaching Out to the Community Cookie Monsters Story Programs at Whole Foods Market Mondays, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. March 8, April 12 Mark your calendar to join the Palatine Public Library District at Whole Foods Market in Palatine for Cookie Monsters, a cookie-making and storytelling class! Each month we’re featuring seasonal stories paired with a complementary recipe. For up-to-the-minute details on recipe & story pairings at these programs, visit www.wholefoodsmarket.com. Children 3-6 years old with parents are welcome. Admission of $5.00 per child will be charged by Whole Foods Market. Capacity is 15 children per program. Pre-register with Whole Foods Market by calling 847-776-8080.