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Vegan Comfort Food

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Kristyn Slick explores plant-based alternatives that are both comforting and satisfying, showing us how to create rich flavors and textures without any animal products. Sign up beg...

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

Baby Storytime

Thursday, January 16, 2025 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: Dec 12, Jan 9

Required
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Crafty Kids

Thursday, January 16, 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, January 16, 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, January 16, 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, January 16, 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.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours

Friday, January 17, 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, January 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Laser Cutter Activity: Medical ID Tags

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Workshop Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
About This Event:

Make your own medical ID tag for free on metal by using the laser cutter. Ages 13 and up. Materials provided. Sign up begins 1/3.

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chicagoland T-Trak Model Train Display

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 9:30am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Spend your day with model trains from the Chicagoland T-Trak Group. Explore the various models on display and learn some hands-on operation. Drop in.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Toy Exchange

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Drop off: Tuesday, January 7 through Monday, January 13. Browse: Saturday, January 18, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Donate your gently used toys at the Main Library. Then come to ...

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Toddler Storytime

Monday, January 20, 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Muestra de Cricut

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Rand Road Room at Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
About This Event:

Conozca la variedad de proyectos que se pueden realizar con la máquina de corte Cricut. Drop in.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Science Heroes Show

Monday, January 20, 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 for an exciting and interactive science show with the Science Heroes. Act along with their storytelling as they perform wonderful science experiments. All ages. Ticket...

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Referral Services Drop-In Hours-Rand Rd

Monday, January 20, 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.

Monday Evening Book Group

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Main Library
Program Type:
Discussions
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Beyond That, the Sea by Laura Spence-Ash A young girl is sent from London to live in America during World War II and fits in so seamlessly with her new family that she is hesita...

Required
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Relaxation Station

01/20/2025 @ 9:00pm to 01/26/2025 @ 9:00pm
Library Grounds at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens
About This Event:

Enjoy passive activities all week in the Teen Space to help you relax and destress on your own or with friends. Grades 6 – 12. Drop in.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, January 21, 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

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

Fantastic Foam Show - Rand Road

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Kids, All Ages
About This Event:

Aprende del generador Van De Graaff con Ciencia Absoluta. ¡Pero ningún espectáculo esta completo sin mucha espuma en un experimento en el que tú puedes ser la estrella! Para t...

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Fidget Lab

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Story Room AB at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Kids
About This Event:

Make your own fidget toy out of common household materials. Grades 3-5. Sign up begins 1/7.

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Window Clings

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
North Hoffman Room at North Hoffman Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Color decorative mandala style window clings. Materials provided. Sign up begins 1/7.

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

D&D Planescape Campaign

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room 3 at Main Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

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 characte...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

ESL Conversation Club - Virtual

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Discussions, Multicultural
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

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

Required
Virtual Event

Board of Trustees Regular Meeting

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Board Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Board Meetings
About This Event:

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 otherwi...