Event List

Need volunteer hours? The Library is providing individual 2 hour service projects throughout the summer. The July 19 service project will be making pet toys to donate to local dog and cat shelters.

Curbside Pickup is only for Palatine Library District cardholders.

IMPORTANT: Do not schedule an appointment until you have received a confirmation that your holds are ready to pick up, via phone call or email.

Enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs with us.  Ages 1 through 2 with parent/caregiver. Sign up begins two weeks prior to each date.

Are you currently navigating a difficult situation and need some additional help? Let us help connect you to resources and local organizations! These are drop-in hours, meaning no appointment is necessary to meet. 

Learn the basics of the machine and how to mend your clothing. Practice materials provided, but bringing clothing to mend is encouraged. Sign up begins 7/7.

Are you Team Unicorn or Team Dragon? Phoebe the Unicorn or Wings of Fire? Sparkle and roar with games, snacks and activities celebrating mythical creatures for a chance to win your choice of a unicorn or dragon prize.

Need volunteer hours? The Library is providing individual 2 hour service projects throughout the summer. The July 21 service project will be assembling and decorating puzzle books for senior citizens.

What You Are Looking For Is in the Library 

by Michiko Aoyama 

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

Ages 3 through 5:     
Tuesdays, 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.    
No Preschool Storytime: 6/10, 6/17, 7/15, 8/5

Curbside Pickup is only for Palatine Library District cardholders.

IMPORTANT: Do not schedule an appointment until you have received a confirmation that your holds are ready to pick up, via phone call or email.

Curbside Pickup is only for Palatine Library District cardholders.

IMPORTANT: Do not schedule an appointment until you have received a confirmation that your holds are ready to pick up, via phone call or email.

Hang out with friends and make a fun project. Grades 6 — 12. Materials provided. Sign up begins 7/8. 

Lecturer and professional genealogist Paul Milner discusses a systematic methodology for finding the answers you need for your British Isles Research using the Internet and highlights available tools and useful sites. Sign up begins 7/8.

Journey across the multiverse in this monthly campaign for intermediate and expert adventurers from January to November. Download the D&D Beyond app on your device for character creation.

Stop by the lobby to talk to the offices of State Representative Nabeela Syed and Mary Beth Canty to learn more about resources they can provide to the community and ask them your questions. Drop in.

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.

Join Leo in a come-one, come-all concert full of moves, grooves, and songs about our favorite place: the library!

All ages. Tickets available 7/9 for Palatine cardholders only.

Are you currently navigating a difficult situation and need some additional help? Let us help connect you to resources and local organizations! These are drop-in hours, meaning no appointment is necessary to meet. 

Show off your brick building skills with this fun activity. Join other LEGO® fans to share ideas and free build. Ages 4 and up. Drop in.

There are many options for generative AI websites and apps, from ChatGPT to Google Gemini and Apple Intelligence. This class discusses all the best options and how to create prompts for AI that give you the answers you need.

Celebrate food’s role in cultural identity as chef Stacy Conway takes us on a culinary journey to explore dishes from other regions and cultures. Sign up begins 7/9. For Palatine cardholders only.

Baby Races 
Thursday, July 24 
10:00 – 10:45 a.m.