January Temporary Closure Update

Palatine Library has resumed Curbside Pickup at all locations. If you have received notification that your holds are ready, you can make an appointment to come pick them up. See palatinelibrary.org/TemporaryClosure for full details.

Palatine Library Foundation

Palatine Library Foundation supports the mission and activities of Palatine Library by raising funds to support the Library's current needs. Foundation members work closely with the Library's Executive Director to identify projects that fit the community and staff goals.

Donate

Visit the Foundation's website to donate. 

Questions? Email: info@ppldf.org. 

The Palatine Library Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization and your gifts are tax deductible.

Upcoming Fundraisers

AmazonSmile

When you do your Amazon shopping at smile.amazon.com, AmazonSmile donates to Palatine Public Library District Foundation at no cost to you!

Remember to choose Palatine Library District Foundation as your Charity!

Questions? Check out their FAQ.

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Initiatives

A key initiative for 2017-2018 was the StoryWalk® Project, which involved the installation of a series of permanent panels that display a story, so that families can enjoy reading while participating in an outdoor activity together. The project currently displays "How Rocket Learned to Read" by Tad Hill, and was completed and installed at the Tom T. Hamilton Reservoir in June 2018, in partnership with Palatine Park District. The project involved a great deal of collaboration with community partners and was kicked off with a Storytime event led by Library and Park District staff. 
 

Executive Director Jeannie Dilger points to a picture on the StoryWalk as a group of children look on


Another project funded by the Foundation includes a set of Go Pro cameras that are now available to check out from the Digital Media Center. These cameras capture stunning, high-definition video in almost any environment and are perfect for action shots.

GoPro Hero 5 camera on a stick mount with a portable case