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Referral Services Drop-In Hours-Rand Rd

Monday, May 19, 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 "Adults" group.

Mosaic Tile Coasters

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Make a set of coasters with glass tiles and cement in wooden frames. Materials provided. Sign up begins 5/5. For Palatine cardholders only.

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

Finals Study Break Session

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Teens

Make a snack while you take a break from studying for finals. Grades 9 — 12. Allergens may be present. Drop in. 

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.

Family Story Night/Noche de Cuentacuentos Familiar - Rand Road

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Acompáñanos a un cuentacuentos en inglés y español que incluirá cuentos, música, manualidades y bocadillos.

Para todas las edades. Regístrese a partir del 5/5.

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

Mosaic Tile Coasters

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults

Make a set of coasters with glass tiles and cement in wooden frames. Materials provided. Sign up begins 5/5. For Palatine cardholders only.

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

Finals Therapy Dog Session

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Teens

Need a break from studying for finals? Drop into one of our sessions with the Alliance of Therapy Dogs for some canine support. Grades 9 — 12. Drop in.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Monday Evening Book Group

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Main Library
Program Type:
Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

May 19 

What Happened to Ruthy Ramirez 

by Claire Jimenez 

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

Curbside Pickup

Tuesday, May 20, 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 "All Ages" group.

Curbside Pickup

Tuesday, May 20, 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.

Puzzle Club - North Hoffman

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Hoffman Branch
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids

Do you like brain games and solving puzzles? Join us as we piece together learned skills with numbers, words, logic, and tactile, hands-on fun. 

Ages 4-8. Sign-up begins 4/29 for both dates.

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

Finals Study Break Session

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Teens

Make a snack while you take a break from studying for finals. Grades 9 — 12. Allergens may be present. Drop in. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

D&D Planescape Campaign

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room 3 at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults

Journey across the multiverse in this monthly campaign for intermediate and expert adventurers from January to November. Download the D&D Beyond app on your device for character creation.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ESL Conversation Club - Virtual

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Discussions, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults

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

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

Finals Therapy Dog Session

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Teens

Need a break from studying for finals? Drop into one of our sessions with the Alliance of Therapy Dogs for some canine support. Grades 9 — 12. Drop in.

Board of Trustees Regular Meeting

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Board Meetings

All meetings will be held the third Tuesday of each month at 7 pm in the Rennack/McElroy Room of the Main Library located at 700 N. North Ct., Palatine IL 60067 unless otherwise noted.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chair Yoga

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
North Hoffman Room at North Hoffman Branch
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 "All Ages" group.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours-North Hoffman

Wednesday, May 21, 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 "Adults" group.

Mediterranean Feast: Flavors of the Sun

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults

Transport your taste buds with cooking instructor Kristyn Slick as she takes us on a culinary journey to the Mediterranean. Sign up begins 5/7. Presented: Zoom.

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

The Importance of Native American Women in Illinois History

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

Dressed in her native Ojibwa regalia, Kim Sigafus will be giving a history of the natives in Illinois with a focus on native women who were considered “The Hidden Half.” Sign up begins 5/7. Presented by

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

Baby Storytime

Thursday, May 22, 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: Mar 6, Apr 17, 24

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

Curbside Pickup

Thursday, May 22, 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, May 22, 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, May 22, 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.