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This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Curbside Pickup

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 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 "All Ages" group.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours-North Hoffman

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 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.

Reading Buddies

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Kids

Reading Buddies
Wednesday, August 6, 
3:30 – 4:00 p.m.   
4:00 – 4:30 p.m.     

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

Reading Buddies

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Kids

Reading Buddies
Wednesday, August 6, 
3:30 – 4:00 p.m.   
4:00 – 4:30 p.m.     

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

Baby Storytime

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room B 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.  
No Baby Storytime: 6/26, 7/24

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

Curbside Pickup

Thursday, August 7, 2025 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, August 7, 2025 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

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 7:00pm
Story Room A at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids

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 "Kids" group.

Crafty Kids - North Hoffman

Thursday, August 7, 2025 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 with your child. Each week explores a different topic to spark your child's creativity and curiosity.

Ages 3 – 7. While supplies last. Available at all Branches. Drop in

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Curbside Pickup

Thursday, August 7, 2025 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.

Stories at Palatine Park District - Oak Park

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
In the Community
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids

Thursday, August 7, 6:30 – 7:00 p.m. 
Gather at these different Palatine Park District locations for special, summer storytimes. All ages. Drop-In. Questions, call Karen Rude (PPD), 847-496-6239

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

Genealogy Group

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

Join others interested in genealogy for a session of sharing tips and learning about new research tools. Presented: Zoom

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

Spring Ornament Kit

All Day
Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
All Ages

Pick up a fun paintable wood ornament while supplies last. Drop in.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours

Friday, August 8, 2025 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, August 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room AB 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 "All Ages" group.

Curbside Pickup

Saturday, August 9, 2025 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.

Candy Land Toddler Sensory Play

Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Kids

Engage your senses and stimulate learning with activities loosely connected to the board game Candy Land. Dress for messy fun. Allergens may be present. Ages 2 – 4. Drop in.

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

Maker in Residence: Open Lab

Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Hans Klemmer will be lending advice and critiques for your work including helping you learn how to use your camera, tips for participating in the community project, and more. Drop in.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Curbside Pickup

Saturday, August 9, 2025 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, August 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room AB 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 "All Ages" group.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours-Rand Rd

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Rand Road 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.

Level Up - Reading Reboot

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Kids

Learn new skills and review the old before the school year with a variety of games and puzzles. Activities focus on a different subject each week.  Ages 4 - 6. Drop-In.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ESL Conversation Club

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Discussions, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults

Practice your English conversational skills with staff and friendly volunteers.  Basic conversation skills recommended.

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

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids

Ages 3 through 5:     
Tuesdays, 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.    
No Preschool Storytime: 6/10, 6/17, 7/15, 8/5

Upcoming
Registration Required