Thanksgiving Hours

All Library locations are closed Thursday, November 28 for Thanksgiving.

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Curbside Pickup

Saturday, November 23, 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 ...

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

Curbside Pickup

Saturday, November 23, 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 ...

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

Turkey Hunt - North Hoffman

All Day 11/25 - 11/27
North Hoffman Branch
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

GOBBLE! GOBBLE! Find all the turkeys in the library to earn a small prize. All ages. Drop in. No Turkey Hunt on Thursday, November 28. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Monday, November 25 – Wednesday, November 27, 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Friday, November 29, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m Visit the Youth Area and find all the hidden dinosaurs to earn a “...

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Roar-some Boredom Busters

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

Monday, November 25 – Wednesday, November 27, 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Friday, November 29, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Enjoy dinosaur puzzles, games, and coloring pages on the act...

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Toddler Storytime - Dinosaurs

Monday, November 25, 2024 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.

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

Mammals and More

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Welcome the Flying Fox Conservation Fund and meet a multitude of furry friends in person.All ages. Tickets available for pick up at the Main branch, 11/11, Youth and Teen Services ...

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours-Rand Rd

Monday, November 25, 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 ...

Representative Nabeela Syed Office Hours

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Grounds at Main Library
About This Event:

Stop by the lobby to talk to Rep. Syed and district staffers to learn more about resources they can provide to the community and ask them your questions. Drop in.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Monday, November 25 – Wednesday, November 27, 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.Friday, November 29, 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.mVisit the Youth Area and find all the hidden dinosaurs to earn a “dino-m...

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Roar-some Boredom Busters

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

Monday, November 25 – Wednesday, November 27, 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.Friday, November 29, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Enjoy dinosaur puzzles, games, and coloring pages on the activity ...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ESL Conversation Club

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 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. Sign up begins two weeks prior to each date. Presented:...

Open
Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Preschool Storytime - Dinosaurs

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 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: Sep 10, Sep 24, Oct 1, Oct 29, Nov 5

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

Curbside Pickup

Tuesday, November 26, 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 ...

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

Jared the Juggler - North Hoffman

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
North Hoffman Branch
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Welcome Jared Janssen for a comedy, balancing, juggling act like no other.All ages. Tickets available 11/12 for Palatine cardholders only. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

LEGO® Club

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

Show off your brick building skills with this fun activity. Join other LEGO® fans to share ideas and free build. Ages 4 and up. Drop in.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Curbside Pickup

Tuesday, November 26, 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 ...

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

Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Monday, November 25 – Wednesday, November 27, 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.Friday, November 29, 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.mVisit the Youth Area and find all the hidden dinosaurs to earn a “dino-m...

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Roar-some Boredom Busters

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

Monday, November 25 – Wednesday, November 27, 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.Friday, November 29, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Enjoy dinosaur puzzles, games, and coloring pages on the activity ...

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Triceratops Handprint Card

Wednesday, November 27, 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 "All Ages" group.

Crosstown Exotics

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

From bugs to reptiles, join us in welcoming Crosstown Exotics. These animal experts will educate and entertain you with an up-close animal experience!All ages. Tickets available fo...

Rotary Meeting

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room 3 at Main Library

Thanksgiving Day

All Day
Main Library, North Hoffman Branch, Rand Road Branch, In the Community, Virtual
Closing
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Monday, November 25 – Wednesday, November 27, 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Friday, November 29, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m Visit the Youth Area and find all the hidden dinosaurs to earn a “...