Library Closed Monday, February 23 for Staff Development Day

All Library locations are closed Monday, February 23, for a Staff Development Day.

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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, May 7, 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, May 7, 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, May 7, 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, May 7, 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.

Cricut: Spring Pots

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
North Hoffman Branch

Materials Provided. Sign-up begins 4/23. For Palatine cardholders only.

Upcoming
Registration Required

Cricut: Spring Pots

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 12:15pm - 12:45pm
North Hoffman Branch

Materials Provided. Sign-up begins 4/23. For Palatine cardholders only.

Upcoming
Registration Required

Cricut: Spring Pots

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
North Hoffman Branch

Materials Provided. Sign-up begins 4/23. For Palatine cardholders only.

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

Curbside Pickup

Thursday, May 7, 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

Genealogy Assistance Open Hours

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Study Room 2A at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Have a question about genealogy resources at the Library? Do you want to know how to navigate our online databases and physical collection? Stop by to chat with a librarian who is ready to answer your basic genealogy questions. Drop in.

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

Citizenship Class

Thursday, May 7, 2026 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 "Kids" group

Toddler Storytime

Friday, May 8, 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.

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

Career Counseling Appointments

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Study Room 2D at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Book a 30-minute consultation with career expert Jerry Donahue for resume help, LinkedIn profile review, and job searching strategies for any stage of your career. Sign up begins two weeks prior to each date.

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

Dangle Earrings

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Learn different wire and bead wrapping techniques to create unique earrings. Materials Provided. Sign up begins 4/24.

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

Movie at the Branch/ Película en la Sucursal

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Bring a blanket as you enjoy a viewing of Zootopia 2. All ages. Snacks will be provided. Tickets available 4/24 for Palatine cardholders only. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Curbside Pickup

Saturday, May 9, 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

Saturday, May 9, 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

Spring Spice Club

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

Try a new spice each month with a recipe to try at home. Pick up from Adult Services Desk while supplies last.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Toddler Storytime

Monday, May 11, 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.

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

Embroidery Activity: Monogram Tote Bag

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

In this guided activity, we’ll show you how to design, hoop, and stitch out a monogram using our embroidery machines. Materials Provided. Sign up begins 4/27.

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

Embroidery Activity: Monogram Tote Bag

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

In this guided activity, we’ll show you how to design, hoop, and stitch out a monogram using our embroidery machines. Materials Provided. Sign up begins 4/27.

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

ESL Conversation Club

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 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 conversational skills recommended. Signup begins two weeks prior to each date.

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

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, May 12, 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, May 12, 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