Parking Garage Closed Starting Monday, September 15

The underground parking garage will be closed starting Monday, September 15 through the week. The recently poured concrete had to cure for 30 days and now needs to be sealed with a protective coating. Please use the east and west parking lots of the Main Library.

Library Closed: Friday, September 26 for Staff Day

All Library locations are closed Friday, September 26, for a staff development day. 

Event List

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Painted Pumpkin Pottery

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Paint a pumpkin shaped ceramic spoon rest brought to us by Clay Monet. Materials provided. Sign up begins 9/1.

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Painted Pumpkin Pottery

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Paint a pumpkin shaped ceramic spoon rest brought to us by Clay Monet. Materials provided. Sign up begins 9/1.

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
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La Loteria/La Lotería - Rand Road

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Rand Road Room at Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Aprenda a jugar la lotería, un juego azar tradicional que se juega a través de México parecido a BINGO con fotos.

Para todas las edades. Regístrese a partir del 1/9.

Full
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Painted Pumpkin Pottery

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Paint a pumpkin shaped ceramic spoon rest brought to us by Clay Monet. Materials provided. Sign up begins 9/1.

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

Monday Evening Book Group

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Main Library
Program Type:
Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

The Fraud 

by Zadie Smith 

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Blood Drive with Versiti Blood Centers

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

ESL Conversation Club - Virtual

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Discussions, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults

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

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group

Finding the Clues: Then and Now with Steve Burns

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults

Join Illinois Libraries Present for a nostalgic and intimate hour-long conversation with Emmy-nominated actor Steve Burns, best known as ‘Steve’ from the beloved Nickelodeon show Blue’s Clues.

Virtual Event
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Chair Yoga

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Explore gentle postures, breathwork, meditation, and deep relaxation with Karen Fotopoulos, a registered yoga teacher from Discover Yoga with Karen. Sign up begins two weeks prior to each date.

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Registration Required
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Hearty Handhelds

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults

Get ready for the ultimate comfort food experience, perfect for cozy nights and game-day weekends! In this class, you'll learn to make crave-worthy sandwiches like Nashville Hot Chicken, a classic Patty Melt, and a bold, Cuban Sandwich.

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
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Laser Activity: Boxes

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Design and cut out a wood box using a laser cutter. Computer skills are required. Materials Provided. Sign up begins 9/4.

Full
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Citizenship Class

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Básicos del Internet

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Computer Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

Aprende como navegar en el internet. Encuentre noticias, trabajo, y vaya de compras, todo en línea. Regístrese a partir del 4/9.

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

ESL Conversation Club

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Discussions, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults

Practice your English conversational skills with staff and friendly volunteers.  Basic conversation skills recommended.

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults

Arlo Harmon Esq., Associate Attorney at Andrew Szocka, P.C., presents an informative session on wills, trusts, and estate planning. Learn about different ways to protect your legacy for future generations. Sign up begins 8/20.

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Chair Yoga

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Explore gentle postures, breathwork, meditation, and deep relaxation with Karen Fotopoulos, a registered yoga teacher from Discover Yoga with Karen. Sign up begins two weeks prior to each date.

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

ESL Read Together

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room 3 at Main Library
Program Type:
Discussions, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults

Develop your English reading skills in a welcoming environment by reading The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown together. Copies available at the Information Desk. Sign up once for all six sessions.

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Crockpot and InstaPot Recipes

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

Chef Stacy Conway presents quick and easy recipes for your crock-pot or instant pot. Sign up begins 9/10. For Palatine cardholders only.

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

Citizenship Class

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Virtual Event

Staff Development Day

All Day
Main Library, North Hoffman Branch, Rand Road Branch, In the Community, Virtual
Closing
This event is in the "Kids" group
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Mexican Folkloric Ballet

Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Watch an authentic Mexican folk-dance performance by Ballet Folklorico de Chicago, a non-profit organization that aims to preserve cultural traditions for future generations. All ages. Sign up begins 9/13.

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Celebrando la Herencia Hispana/Celebrating Hispanic Heritage

Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Multicultural
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Sábado, 27 de septiembre
2:00 a 3:30 p.m.
Acompáñenos a celebrar el Mes de la Herencia Hispana pintando su propio corazón sangrado o haciendo una piñata de de rollo de papel.

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
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Celebración en Honor a Selena - Rand Road

Monday, September 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Acompáñenos a celebrar en honor a Selena con manualidades, bocadillos y una noche de canciones. ¡Los animamos a vestirse como la reina Tex-mex al estilo tejano! 

Para todas las edades. Regístrese a partir del 15/9.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Designing in TinkerCAD

Monday, September 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Discover how to use TinkerCAD, a free online design tool, to create 3D models ready for printing. Computer skills are required. Ages 11 and up. Sign up begins 9/15.

Upcoming
Registration Required