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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ESL Conversation Club - Virtual

Tuesday, November 18, 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.

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

An Evening with Chef J. Kenji López-Alt

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults

Join award-winning cookbook author, New York Times food columnist, and Serious Eats director J. Kenji López-Alt for an evening of cooking insights, techniques, and foodie exploration.

Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group

Chair Yoga - N. Hoffman

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
North Hoffman Room at North Hoffman Branch
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 11/5.

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

Blood Drive with Versiti Blood Centers

Wednesday, November 19, 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. Ages 16 and up. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Fall Flavors Reimagined

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults

Dive into the season’s sweet and savory offerings with indulgent, seasonal desserts, and pies. We’ll craft an apple pie tiramisu and a rich dulce de leche pumpkin pie, reimagining classic fall favorites for a unique twist.

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

Cricut: Create a Personalized Holiday Card

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
North Hoffman Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Sign up begins two weeks prior to each date. For Palatine cardholders only.

Inscripción inicia dos semanas antes de cada fecha. Solamente para tarjetahabientes de Palatine.

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

Cricut: Create a Personalized Holiday Card

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 12:45pm - 1:15pm
North Hoffman Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Sign up begins two weeks prior to each date. For Palatine cardholders only.

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

Cricut: Create a Personalized Holiday Card

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
North Hoffman Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Sign up begins two weeks prior to each date. For Palatine cardholders only.

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

Citizenship Class

Thursday, November 20, 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

ESL Conversation Club

Tuesday, November 25, 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.

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

Autumn Beaded Trees

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
North Hoffman Room at North Hoffman Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Combine embroidery and beading to create warm fall decor to hang in your home. Materials provided. Sign up begins 11/11.

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

Chair Yoga

Wednesday, November 26, 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.

Upcoming
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

Planet Circus - Rand Road

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

El grupo Pocket Circus mezcla el humor, la magia, acrobacia, malabares y música para ofrecer un espectáculo inolvidable. Para todas las edades.

Thanksgiving Day

All Day
Main Library, North Hoffman Branch, Rand Road Branch, In the Community, Virtual
Closing
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

Movie at the Branch/ Película en la Sucursal - Rand Road

Friday, November 28, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Traigan su cobija para disfrutar ver la película Coco.

Para todas las edades. Bocadillos serán proporcionados. Boletos estarán disponibles 14/11 solo para tarjetahabientes de Palatine. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

ESL Conversation Club - Virtual

Tuesday, December 2, 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.

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

ESL Read Together

Wednesday, December 3, 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.

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

Citizenship Class

Thursday, December 4, 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

ESL Conversation Club

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Board Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Discussions, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults

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

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

Photo Club

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Adults

Bring your camera or phone and connect with others who love photography. Share shots, learn tricks, and get inspired. Drop in.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Citizenship Class

Thursday, December 11, 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