Library Closed for Labor Day

Main Library Closed for Labor Day, Sunday, September 1 and Monday, September 2. Branches Closed Monday, Sept 2.

Event List

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Chair Yoga

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
North Hoffman Room at North Hoffman Branch
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

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 p...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

AI: ChatGPT and Beyond

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Artificial Intelligence (AI) products are taking the world by storm. Take a look at the most discussed AI tech and speculate on the future implications of AI on the workplace and s...

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

An Evening with Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
About This Event:

Spend the evening in the Oval Office with Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln as they discuss the events of the Civil War, just prior to leaving for Ford’s Theater. Presented by the Pala...

Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Baby Storytime

Thursday, October 17, 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.   No Baby Storytime: Sep 19, Oct 31, Nov 14, Nov 28

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

Curbside Pickup

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library
Program Type:
Curbside Pickup
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

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 ...

Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Crafty Kids

Thursday, October 17, 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 "Kids" group.

Crafty Kids - North Hoffman

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
North Hoffman Room at North Hoffman Branch
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. Available a...

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Crafty Kids/Manualidades Para Niños - Rand Road

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Rand Road Room at Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

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. Para edades de 3 a 7....

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Curbside Pickup

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Curbside Pickup
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

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 ...

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

Sublimation Activity: Color Me Halloween Tote

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

Create a tote bag using sublimation pens to color in a cute design. All ages. Materials provided. Sign up begins 10/3.

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Citizenship Class

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Prepare for your citizenship test in this small online group class that covers U.S. history and civics. Registrants must complete a phone interview to determine qualifications and ...

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

Referral Services Drop-In Hours

Friday, October 18, 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, October 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
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 "Kids" group.

Goofy Gourds - North Hoffman

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Hoffman Branch
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

Use our supplies to transform a mini pumpkin into a boo-tiful decoration. Grades K-5. Sign up begins 10/4. 

Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Graphic Novel Fan Club

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

Hang out, snack, chat with other fans, and try the monthly drawing challenge. Grades 1-5. Sign up begins two weeks before each date.  

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

Friends Oct Book Sale

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Sales
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

October Used Book Sale Friday, October 18, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Friends’ members – No charge Non-members – $5 Saturday, October 19, 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Free admission. Sund...

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Friends October Book Sale

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 9:30am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Sales
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

October Used Book Sale Friday, October 18, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Friends’ members – No charge Non-members – $5 Saturday, October 19, 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Free admission. Sund...

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Curbside Pickup

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library
Program Type:
Curbside Pickup
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

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 ...

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

Curbside Pickup

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Curbside Pickup
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

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 ...

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

Friends October Book Sale

Sunday, October 20, 2024 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Book Sales
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

October Used Book Sale Friday, October 18, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Friends’ members – No charge Non-members – $5 Saturday, October 19, 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Free admission. Sund...

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Toddler Storytime

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
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 "Adults" group.

Corn Husk Wreath

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Create an elegant fall wreath with natural corn husks. Materials provided. Sign up begins 10/7. For Palatine cardholders only.

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

Referral Services Drop-In Hours-Rand Rd

Monday, October 21, 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.

Corn Husk Wreath

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Create an elegant fall wreath with natural corn husks. Materials provided. Sign up begins 10/7. For Palatine cardholders only.

Required