Memorial Day Hours

The Main Library is Closed Sunday, May 26, through Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day. Both Branches are Closed Monday, May 27.

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This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours-Rand Rd

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Are you currently navigating a difficult situation and need some additional help? Let us help connect you to resources and local organizations! These are drop-in hours, meaning no ...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tangerine Lotion Bar

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Use coconut oil, mango butter, and beeswax to make a luxurious lotion bar that melts on your skin. Materials provided. Sign up begins 5/6. For Palatine cardholders only.

Filled
Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tangerine Lotion Bar

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Use coconut oil, mango butter, and beeswax to make a luxurious lotion bar that melts on your skin. Materials provided. Sign up begins 5/6. For Palatine cardholders only.

Waitlist
Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tangerine Lotion Bar

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Use coconut oil, mango butter, and beeswax to make a luxurious lotion bar that melts on your skin. Materials provided. Sign up begins 5/6. For Palatine cardholders only.

Filled
Required
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours-North Hoffman

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
North Hoffman Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Are you currently navigating a difficult situation and need some additional help? Let us help connect you to resources and local organizations! These are drop-in hours, meaning no ...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Picnic Perfection - Virtual

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Learn how to prepare a picnic-worthy meal with a focus on seasonal ingredients. Explore recipes for fresh salads, gourmet sandwiches, and portable desserts.

Open
Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Study Room 2A at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Are you currently navigating a situation and need some additional help? Let us help connect you to resources and local organizations! These are drop-in hours, meaning no appointmen...

Memorial Day

All Day
Main Library, North Hoffman Branch, Rand Road Branch, In the Community, Virtual
Closing
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours-North Hoffman

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
North Hoffman Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Are you currently navigating a difficult situation and need some additional help? Let us help connect you to resources and local organizations! These are drop-in hours, meaning no ...

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours

Friday, May 31, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Study Room 2A at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Are you currently navigating a situation and need some additional help? Let us help connect you to resources and local organizations! These are drop-in hours, meaning no appointmen...

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours-Rand Rd

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Are you currently navigating a difficult situation and need some additional help? Let us help connect you to resources and local organizations! These are drop-in hours, meaning no ...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Resume Clinic

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:45pm
Meeting Room 2 at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Career counselor Fred Ettinger presents strategies for creating a resume in today’s market followed by a one-onone review of your resume with tips for improvement. Sign up begins t...

Required
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours-North Hoffman

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
North Hoffman Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Are you currently navigating a difficult situation and need some additional help? Let us help connect you to resources and local organizations! These are drop-in hours, meaning no ...

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Meet the Maker: Michael Hall

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
About This Event:

Come kick-off the Maker in Residence series and meet sewing expert, Michael Hall, as well as other local sewing enthusiasts from beginners to advanced. Ages 11 and up. Sign up...

Required
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Study Room 2A at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Are you currently navigating a situation and need some additional help? Let us help connect you to resources and local organizations! These are drop-in hours, meaning no appointmen...

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours-Rand Rd

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Are you currently navigating a difficult situation and need some additional help? Let us help connect you to resources and local organizations! These are drop-in hours, meaning no ...

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Inkscape for Beginners

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
About This Event:

Inkscape is a free software that can be used to make graphics and designs for your next laser cutting or embroidery creation. Ages 11 and up. Sign up begins 5/27.

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

¿Conoce Sus Derechos?

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Rand Road Room at Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Aprenda sobre una amplia gama de cuestiones relacionadas con los derechos civiles de vivienda y obtenga una mejor comprensión de sus derechos bajo ley. Presentado por Open Communit...

Required
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours-North Hoffman

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
North Hoffman Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Are you currently navigating a difficult situation and need some additional help? Let us help connect you to resources and local organizations! These are drop-in hours, meaning no ...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Embroidery Pattern Design for Beginners

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Learn how to use Inkscape and Ink/Stitch to design your own pattern for use on the embroidery machine. Ages 13 and up. Sign up begins 5/29.

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Women’s Retirement Seminar 

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Join this women-focused seminar to discuss retirement income, Social Security, withdrawal rates, preparing for the unexpected, inflation risks, and the cost of health care and long...

Required
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Getting Crafty: Watercolor Coasters

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Story Room B at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Teens
About This Event:

Hang out with friends and make a fun project. This month's project will be watercolor coasters. Grades 6 – 12. Drop in.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sewing Advice Drop-In Hours

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
About This Event:

Michael Hall lends you advice for your personal sewing projects. Drop in.