Memorial Day Hours

The Main Library is Closed Sunday, May 26, through Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day. Both Branches are Closed Monday, May 27.

Event List

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Age Group
Program Type
Program Type
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Planner and Journaling Meetup

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Connect with other planners and journaling enthusiasts in the area. Learn from each other, be inspired, and show off your planners. Sign up begins two weeks prior to each date.

Required
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Study Room 2A at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

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 appointmen...

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Bilingual Spanish Toddler Storytime

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes, Games & Activities, Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

Join us for stories, songs, and fun in Spanish and English! Sign up begins two weeks prior to each date. Ages 1 through 2 with parent/caregiver. Friday, July 19, 10:00 – 10...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Career Counseling Appointments

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Study Room 2B at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

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 t...

Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Busy Toddlers

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

Engage your senses and stimulate learning with activities and a craft just right for teeny tiny hands. Dress for messy fun.  Ages 1 – 3.  Allergens may be present. Dro...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mosaic Garden Buddies

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Turn wooden fiberboard shapes and mosaic stones into some cute, colorful critters for your garden. Materials provided. Sign up begins 6/3. For Palatine cardholders only.

Required
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours-Rand Rd

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

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 ...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mosaic Garden Buddies

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Turn wooden fiberboard shapes and mosaic stones into some cute, colorful critters for your garden. Materials provided. Sign up begins 6/3. For Palatine cardholders only.

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mosaic Garden Buddies

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Turn wooden fiberboard shapes and mosaic stones into some cute, colorful critters for your garden. Materials provided. Sign up begins 6/3. For Palatine cardholders only.

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Monday Evening Book Group

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Main Library
Program Type:
Discussions
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Shrines of Gaiety by Kate Atkinson In 1920’s London, Nellie Carter, the queen of the Soho underworld, finds her success breeding enemies as she faces threats from within and wit...

Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Bilingual Ukrainian Storytime and Craft

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

This bilingual Ukrainian storytime includes stories, rhymes/songs, and a craft.  All ages. Sign-up begins 6/4.

Required
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Flying Fox Conservation Fund

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
North Hoffman Branch
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Welcome the Flying Fox Conservation Fund and meet a multitude of furry friends in person. All ages. Tickets available for pick up at the North Hoffman branch starting 6/4 for Pa...

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

State Senator Ann Gillespie Office Hours

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Library Grounds at Main Library
Program Type:
Discussions
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Drop by the lobby to talk with a representative from State Senator Ann Gillespie's office. Ask about the Senator's position on bills and issues, or share your own opinions. 

Cancelled
This event is in the "Adults" group.

ESL Conversation Club - Virtual

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Discussions, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults
:

About This Event:

Practice your English conversational skills with staff and friendly volunteers.  Basic conversation skills recommended.  Sign up begins two weeks prior to each date.

Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cricut Design Space for Beginners

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
About This Event:

Learn how to navigate the software so you can put your designs on various materials using the Cricut. Ages 11 and up. Sign up begins 6/4.

Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Stories at Grealish Park Pavillion

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
In the Community
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

Wednesday, June 19, 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.  Grealish Park Pavillion  1345 Joyce Ave., Palatine. Come to special summer storytimes at these Salt Creek Park District loc...

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

Referral Services Drop-In Hours-North Hoffman

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
North Hoffman Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

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 ...

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Baby Storytime

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room B at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes, Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

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

Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Crafty Kids

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 7:00pm
Story Room A at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

Stop by to make a simple craft with your child. 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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sewing Advice Drop-In Hours

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
About This Event:

Michael Hall lends you advice for your personal sewing projects. Drop in. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Study Room 2A at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

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 appointmen...

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Toddler Storytime

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes, Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

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

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

Sewing Patterns 101

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
About This Event:

Learn how to get started reading different sewing patterns to give you a foundation of creating garments and other designs. Ages 11 and up. Sign up begins 6/7.

Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Toddler Storytime

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes, Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

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

Required