Holiday Hours

All library locations will be closed Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25 for the Christmas Holiday.   

The Main Library is closed, Tuesday, December 31, starting at 5:00 p.m.. The Branches are closed all day Tuesday, December 31. 

All library locations are closed all day Wednesday, January 1, 2025. 

 

Event List

Age Group
Age Group
Program Type
Library Branch

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This event is in the "Kids" group.

Crafty Kids

Thursday, May 8, 2025 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, May 8, 2025 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, May 8, 2025 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, May 8, 2025 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 pick...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Citizenship Class

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Discussions, 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, May 9, 2025 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, May 9, 2025 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 "All Ages" group.

Curbside Pickup

Saturday, May 10, 2025 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 pick...

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

Curbside Pickup

Saturday, May 10, 2025 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 pick...

Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Spring Storytime and Nature Walk

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

After a short storytime, we will go on a nature walk on the trail behind the Library. All ages. Sign up 2 weeks prior to each date.

Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Spring Storytime and Nature Walk

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

After a short storytime, we will go on a nature walk on the trail behind the Library. All ages. Sign up 2 weeks prior to each date.

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

Referral Services Drop-In Hours-Rand Rd

Monday, May 12, 2025 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.

ESL Conversation Club

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Discussions, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

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

Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Spring Storytime and Nature Walk

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

After a short storytime, we will go on a nature walk on the trail behind the Library. All ages. Sign up 2 weeks prior to each date.

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

Curbside Pickup

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 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 pick...

Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Spring Storytime and Nature Walk

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

After a short storytime, we will go on a nature walk on the trail behind the Library. All ages. Sign up 2 weeks prior to each date.

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

Curbside Pickup

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 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 pick...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

ESL Read Together

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room 3 at Main Library
Program Type:
Discussions, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Develop your English reading skills in a welcoming environment by reading the book The Giver, by Lois Lowry with us. Copies available at the Information Desk.  Sign up be...

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

Referral Services Drop-In Hours-North Hoffman

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 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, May 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room B at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes, Social Gatherings
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

Baby StorytimeAges 0 through 12 months:        Thursdays, 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.  No Baby Storytime: Mar 6, Apr 17, 24

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

Curbside Pickup

Thursday, May 15, 2025 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 pick...

Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Crafty Kids

Thursday, May 15, 2025 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.

Blood Drive with Versiti Blood Centers

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
About This Event:

Help save lives and make a difference! Many patients and families count on your lifesaving blood donations year-round. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. Ages 1...

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Crafty Kids - North Hoffman

Thursday, May 15, 2025 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...