Event List

Take a culinary journey to the Mediterranean and discover vibrant, healthy dishes inspired by the sun-soaked flavors of the region.

Have a question about genealogy resources at the Library? Do you want to know how to navigate our online databases and physical collection? Stop by to chat with a librarian who is ready to answer your basic genealogy questions. Drop in.

Prepare for your citizenship test in this small online group class that covers U.S. history and civics. Registrants must complete a phone interview to determine qualifications and then pick up the course textbook at the Information Desk.

Book a 30-minute consultation with career expert Jerry Donahue for resume help, LinkedIn profile review, and job searching strategies for any stage of your career. Sign up begins two weeks prior to each date.

Learn different wire and bead wrapping techniques to create unique earrings. Materials Provided. Sign up begins 4/24.

Bring a blanket as you enjoy a viewing of Zootopia 2. All ages. Snacks will be provided. Tickets available 4/24 for Palatine cardholders only. 

In this guided activity, we’ll show you how to design, hoop, and stitch out a monogram using our embroidery machines. Materials Provided. Sign up begins 4/27.

In this guided activity, we’ll show you how to design, hoop, and stitch out a monogram using our embroidery machines. Materials Provided. Sign up begins 4/27.

Practice your English conversational skills with staff and friendly volunteers.  Basic conversational skills recommended. Signup begins two weeks prior to each date.

Have a question about your new device? Do you just want to get better with your old one? Stop by to chat with a librarian who is ready to answer your basic technology questions. Drop in.

Learn to play La Lotería, a traditional game of chance played throughout Mexico that most resembles Bingo with pictures. All ages. Sign up begins 4/28.

Explore gentle postures, breathwork, meditation, and deep relaxation with Karen Fotopoulos, a registered yoga teacher from Discover Yoga with Karen. Sign up begins 4/25.

Develop your English reading skills by reading I am Malala by Malala Yousafzai together.  Sign up begins 2/18.

Hana Babic is a quiet, middle-aged librarian in Minnesota who wants nothing more than to be left alone.

Already love to sew, quilt, and crochet or are just curious to try? Swap ideas, chat, and work on projects together. Drop in.

Joyce Haworth takes us through how the American colonies, in less than a year, went from the attitude where most Americans agreed they should remain part of Great Britain to being ready to declare independence.

Help save lives and make a difference! Many patients and families count on your lifesaving blood donations year-round. Ages 16 and up. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome.

Join us in an exciting role-playing adventure! Pick your role and set out on a standalone quest with a merry band of

A club for all skill levels to share tips, join photo challenges, give critiques, and meet up on local photo tours. Drop in.

Prepare for your citizenship test in this small online group class that covers U.S. history and civics. Registrants must complete a phone interview to determine qualifications and then pick up the course textbook at the Information Desk.

Make a layered faux-leather bracelet with a nature-inspired design using Cricut. Materials Provided. Sign up begins 5/1.

Join us for pouring coaster art and get creative with the whole family! All ages. Sign up begins 5/1.