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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Curbside Pickup

Thursday, February 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.

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

Referral Services Drop-In Hours

Friday, February 27, 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, February 27, 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.

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

Love Lollipop Guessing Jar - North Hoffman

All Day
North Hoffman Branch
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Guess how many lollipops are in the jar for a chance to win them all. Ages 5 and up.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Lunar New Year Storytime

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids

Lunar New Year Storytime
Saturday, February 28  

10:00 – 10:30 a.m.   

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

Curbside Pickup

Saturday, February 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.

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

Curbside Pickup

Saturday, February 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.

Open
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

poeTREE: Submit your poem through 3/22

03/01/2026 @ 9:00am to 03/22/2026 @ 12:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Submit an original poem by midnight on March 22 via our webform (https://is.gd/2026PPLDpoeTREE). Poems will be shared on a "poeTREE" in the Main Library during National Poetry Month (April 1-30).

Virtual Event
This event is in the "Teens" group

March Snackness

03/01/2026 @ 12:00pm to 03/14/2026 @ 1:30pm
Teen Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens

Starting March 1, teens can fill out a bracket with what they think will be the winning snack! Visit the Teen Space each week to vote on your favorites. Teens who have chosen the winning snack in their bracket will win a personalized snack pack.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Toddler Storytime

Monday, March 2, 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 "Kids" group

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, March 3, 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, March 3, 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

Afternoon Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids

Ages 3 – 5 
First Tuesday of the month
1:30 – 2:00 p.m.
March 3
April 7
May 5


 

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

Curbside Pickup

Tuesday, March 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.

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

Resume Clinic

Tuesday, March 3, 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.

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

ESL Conversation Club - Virtual

Tuesday, March 3, 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.

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

Chair Yoga

Wednesday, March 4, 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 "Adults" group

Cricut: Personalized Tumblers / Cricut: Vasos Personalizados

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Materials provided. Sign-up begins 2/18. For Palatine cardholders only.

Materiales serán provistos. El registro comienza 18/2. Solamente para tarjetahabientes de Palatine.

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

Cricut: Personalized Tumblers / Cricut: Vasos Personalizados

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 2:45pm - 3:15pm
Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Materials provided. Sign-up begins 2/18. For Palatine cardholders only.

Materiales serán provistos. El registro comienza 18/2. Solamente para tarjetahabientes de Palatine.

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

Safety Net: Online Security

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults

Feel empowered to navigate the digital world safely and confidently. Learn practical steps to secure your technology and protect yourself from cyber threats like ransomware and social engineering. Sign up begins 02/18.

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

Cricut: Personalized Tumblers / Cricut: Vasos Personalizados

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Materials provided. Sign-up begins 2/18. For Palatine cardholders only.

Materiales serán provistos. El registro comienza 18/2. Solamente para tarjetahabientes de Palatine.

Upcoming
Registration Required