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Crafty Kids/Manualidades Para Niños - Rand Road

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:30pm
Rand Road Room at Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids

Pasa por una manualidad sencilla para hacer juntos. Cada semana explore un tema diferente diseñado para fomentar la creatividad y la curiosidad de su niño.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Crafty Kids - North Hoffman

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 6:30pm
North Hoffman Room at North Hoffman Branch
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids

Stop by to make a simple craft together. Each week explores a different topic to spark your child's creativity and curiosity.

Ages 3 – 7. While supplies last. Drop in.

Illinois State Treasurer ICash Program

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Grounds at Main Library

Stop by the lobby to meet with representatives from the Illinois State Treasurer ICash Program and learn more about the resources and services they provide. Drop-in.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Blood Drive with Versiti Blood Centers

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Grounds 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. Sign up at: 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Curbside Pickup

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Curbside Pickup
Age Group:
All Ages

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.

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

Referral Services Drop-In Hours

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Study Room 2A at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
All Ages

Are you currently navigating a 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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Toddler Storytime

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Library Grounds at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes, Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Kids

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

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

Painted Wood Ornaments

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
North Hoffman Room at North Hoffman Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Paint a winter design on a wood circle. Materials provided. Sign up begins 1/2.

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

Friends January Book Sale

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Sales
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
January 2026 Used Book Sale

Friday, January 16, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Friends’ members – No charge
Non-members – $5

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

Friends January Book Sale

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Sales
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
January 2026 Used Book Sale

Friday, January 16, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Friends’ members – No charge
Non-members – $5

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

Friends January Book Sale

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 9:30am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Sales
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
January 2026 Used Book Sale

Friday, January 16, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Friends’ members – No charge
Non-members – $5

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

Friends January Book Sale

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 9:30am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Sales
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
January 2026 Used Book Sale

Friday, January 16, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Friends’ members – No charge
Non-members – $5

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Curbside Pickup

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library
Program Type:
Curbside Pickup
Age Group:
All Ages

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.

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

Curbside Pickup

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Curbside Pickup
Age Group:
All Ages

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.

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

Friends January Book Sale

Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Sales
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
January 2026 Used Book Sale

Friday, January 16, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Friends’ members – No charge
Non-members – $5

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

Friends January Book Sale

Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Sales
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
January 2026 Used Book Sale

Friday, January 16, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Friends’ members – No charge
Non-members – $5

This event is in the "Kids" group

Toddler Storytime

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 1 North at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes, Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Kids

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

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

Embroidery Design: Lettering and Monograms

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Use Ink/Stitch to make names, phrases, or designs for your projects. We’ll guide you through basic setup, tools, and saving files for embroidery. Basic computer keyboard and mouse skills needed. Sign up begins 1/5.

Full
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

The Reptile Den - Rand Road

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rand Road Room at Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Acompáñenos para aprender más sobre diferentes reptiles con Ali, el experto de la Guarida de los Reptiles.

Para todas las edades. Boletos disponibles a partir del 5/1 solo para tarjetahabientes de Palatine. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Embroidery Design: Lettering and Monograms

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Use Ink/Stitch to make names, phrases, or designs for your projects. We’ll guide you through basic setup, tools, and saving files for embroidery. Basic computer keyboard and mouse skills needed. Sign up begins 1/5.

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

Monday Evening Book Group

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Main Library
Program Type:
Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Sandwich  

Catherine Newman   

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

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids

Ages 3 through 5:     
Tuesdays, 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.    
 

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

Curbside Pickup

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library
Program Type:
Curbside Pickup
Age Group:
All Ages

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.

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

Matt Wilhelm's BMX Stunt Show

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
In the Community
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, All Ages

Matt Wilhelm wows the audience with his BMX tricks while applying messages about respect, responsibility, and resilience. Grades K-8.

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