Fighting Brain Rot with Books, DVDs, and Hobbies
As we enter 2026, many have set New Year’s resolutions. An emerging trend, seen not only among Gen Z but across many generations, is to put their phones down more. Read more about how this year is being claimed as a comeback for analog media.
Statement by the Palatine Library District Board of Trustees on ICE Activity in the Community
The Board of Palatine Library District Trustees stands with our community members impacted by recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity.
Online Auction
Start: January 9, 2026 8:00 a.m.
Ends: January 23, 2026 10:00 a.m.
Items include: GE Refrigerator, Drawer glides by Centerline Lifetime, 2-drawer filing cabinet, Stainless steel cart, Wood Desk, Floor mats black, Solvents, Misc.
For a full list of items, visit the auction site.
December 2025 - February 2026 Featured Booklists
Check out our December 2025- February 2026 featured booklists from our newsletter. Here are some curated book lists from our librarians, filled with myth and magic, Black History Month, and Lunar New Year.
Safety and Privacy at the Library
Palatine Library District strives to provide a welcoming space for everyone and a safe environment to the best of our ability. With that in mind, we want to acknowledge the current climate regarding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and its impact on our ability to provide a safe place for our members.
