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, 2024. 

 

Event List

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Age Group
Program Type
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Valentine's Day Storytime & Craft

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

Valentine’s Day Storytime & Craft Tuesday, February 11, 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, February 12, 6:30 – 7:00 p.m.   Friday, February 14, 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-6....

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chocolate Lovers Workshop

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Just in time for Valentine's Day, Kristyn Slick teaches us the techniques for tempering chocolate, making ganache, and crafting chocolate desserts to enchant your special someone. ...

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

Crochet for Beginners

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Carol Leeson, librarian and avid crocheter, covers crochet basics in this two-part class. Ages 11 and up. Materials Provided. Sign up begins 1/22.

Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Baby Storytime

Thursday, February 13, 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: Dec 12, Jan 9

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

Curbside Pickup

Thursday, February 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.

Crafty Kids

Thursday, February 13, 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, February 13, 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, February 13, 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, February 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.

Dungeons and Dragons One Shots

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room 3 at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Join us in an exciting role-playing adventure! Pick your role and set out on a standalone quest with a merry band of adventurers in the world of Dungeons & Dragons. Beginners w...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Story of Your Immigrant Ancestors

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Your immigrant ancestors are the foundation of your roots in the U.S. Learn how to find emigration, immigration, and naturalization records through over 30 resources. Sign up begin...

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

Referral Services Drop-In Hours

Friday, February 14, 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.

Valentine's Day Storytime & Craft

Friday, February 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

Valentine’s Day Storytime & CraftTuesday, February 11, 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.Wednesday, February 12, 6:30 – 7:00 p.m.  Friday, February 14, 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.Ages 2-6. Sign-up...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Career Counseling Appointments

Friday, February 14, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
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
Virtual Event
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Curbside Pickup

Saturday, February 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 "All Ages" group.

Hot Cocoa Bar

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Warm up with a customized cup of cocoa and family activities. All ages. While supplies last. Drop in.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Curbside Pickup

Saturday, February 15, 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.

Toddler Storytime

Monday, February 17, 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.

Sing & Soar with Nanny Nikki

Monday, February 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Get ready to sing, dance, and soar with Grammy-nominated artist Nanny Nikki whose music and storytime leaves you smiling and moving all day. All ages. Tickets available for pick...

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours-Rand Rd

Monday, February 17, 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.

AARP Tax-Aide Appointments

Monday, February 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Make an appointment to get free tax return preparation assistance at the Main Library from AARP tax aides. Sign up information and appointments times will be available online start...

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 Craft Time/Tiempo de Manualidad Familiar - Rand Road

Monday, February 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
About This Event:

Disfruta del tiempo en familia mientras prepare tu propia mezcla de chocolate caliente.Para todas las edades. Regístrese a partir del 3/2.Enjoy time with your family and make your ...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Monday Evening Book Group

Monday, February 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Main Library
Program Type:
Discussions
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

The Art Thief by Michael Finkel  No one has been quite as successful at art theft as the master thief Stéphane Breitwieser. He carried out more than two hundred heists...

Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

Ages 3 through 5:     Tuesdays, 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.    No Preschool Storytime: Dec 24, Dec 31, Feb 11

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