Library Closed Monday, February 23 for Staff Development Day

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

Event List

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Drop-in Board Games

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids, All Ages

Challenge your friends or family to a new board game! Games provided or bring your own. All ages. Drop in.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Senior Paint & Sip Tea for Wellness

Friday, May 22, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Discussions, Lectures & Performances, Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Adults

Curated for ages 60 and up, this uplifting event combines the joy of painting with the comfort of wellness teas. Learn strategies for managing chronic pain and improving your well-being while creating a guided work of art.

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

Hundred Acre Wood Scavenger Hunt

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
All Ages

Celebrate 100 years of Winnie the Pooh with us! Complete the scavenger hunt and turn it in for a prize sweeter than honey.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Curbside Pickup

Saturday, May 23, 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 23, 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

Memorial Day

All Day
Main Library, North Hoffman Branch, Rand Road Branch, In the Community, Virtual
Closing
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Hundred Acre Wood Scavenger Hunt

05/26/2026 @ 9:00am to 05/31/2026 @ 5:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
All Ages

Celebrate 100 years of Winnie the Pooh with us! Complete the scavenger hunt and turn it in for a prize sweeter than honey.

This event is in the "Adults" group

ESL Conversation Club

Tuesday, May 26, 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

Storytime at Palatine Park District

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
In the Community
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids

Bring a blanket for this special storytime at Maple Park. 
All Ages. Drop in. Held offsite at Maple Park, 316 N. Winston Drive Palatine. 

Offsite Event
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Curbside Pickup

Tuesday, May 26, 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 "Adults" group

Tech Assistance Drop-In Hours

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Study Room 2A at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Have a question about your new device? Do you just want to get better with your old one? Stop by to chat with a librarian who is ready to answer your basic technology questions. Drop in.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Curbside Pickup

Tuesday, May 26, 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

ESL Read Together

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room 3 at Main Library
Program Type:
Discussions, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults

Develop your English reading skills by reading I am Malala by Malala Yousafzai together.  Sign up begins 2/18.

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

Referral Services Drop-In Hours-North Hoffman

Wednesday, May 27, 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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Hemming 101

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn the basics of hemming in this beginner friendly class. We'll show you how to shorten pants, skirts, or sleeves using a sewing machine. Bring clothing to alter. Sign up begins 5/13.

Upcoming
Registration Required
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, May 28, 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 28, 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 28, 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 28, 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 "Adults" group

North Hoffman Book Discussion

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Hoffman Branch
Program Type:
Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Sandwich
by Catherine Newman

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

Curbside Pickup

Thursday, May 28, 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

Storytime at Palatine Park District

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
In the Community
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids

Bring a blanket for this special storytime at Maple Park. 
All Ages. Drop in. Held offsite at Maple Park, 316 N. Winston Drive, Palatine. 

Offsite Event