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Hot Cocoa Bar

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Warm up with a customized cup of cocoa and family activities. 
While supplies last. All ages. Allergens may be present. Drop in.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Curbside Pickup

Saturday, January 3, 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.

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

Toddler Storytime

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 1 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.

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

Machine Sewing for Beginners

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the basics of using a sewing machine. Sign up begins 12/22.

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

Machine Sewing for Beginners

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the basics of using a sewing machine. Sign up begins 12/22.

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

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, January 6, 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.    
 

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

Curbside Pickup

Tuesday, January 6, 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.

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

Curbside Pickup

Tuesday, January 6, 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.

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

Resume Clinic

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:45pm
Meeting Room 3 at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Career counselor Fred Ettinger presents strategies for creating a resume in today’s market followed by a one-on-one review of your resume with tips for improvement. Sign up begins two weeks prior to each date.

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

ESL Conversation Club - Virtual

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 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

Chair Yoga

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room 1 North 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 "All Ages" group

Referral Services Drop-In Hours-North Hoffman

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
North Hoffman Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
All Ages

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. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Clap, Sing & Dance!

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids

Wednesday, January 7 
2:00 – 2:30 p.m.   

Saturday, January 10
10:00 – 10:30 a.m.   

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

Job Search 101

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults

Gene Flynn helps individuals understand the current job search environment and how to prepare a great job search plan.

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

Crafty Kits

All Day
Library Grounds at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids

Pick up a simple craft to make at home with your child. Each week explores a different topic to spark your child's creativity and curiosity. Ages 3-7. Whiles supplies last. Drop in.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Baby Storytime

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes, Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Kids

Baby Storytime
Ages 0 through 12 months:        
Thursdays, 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.  
 

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

Curbside Pickup

Thursday, January 8, 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.

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

Crafty Kids/Manualidades Para Niños - Rand Road

Thursday, January 8, 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 8, 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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Curbside Pickup

Thursday, January 8, 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.

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

Dungeons and Dragons One Shots

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room 3 at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults

Join us in an exciting role-playing adventure! Pick your role and set out on a standalone quest with a merry band of adventurers in the world of Dungeons & Dragons. Beginners welcome.

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

Photo Club

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Adults

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Referral Services Drop-In Hours

Friday, January 9, 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 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 1 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.

Upcoming
Registration Required