North Hoffman Branch Modified Hours This Week

North Hoffman Branch open from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 17 through Friday, July 19. Extended Access is available.

Event List

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Mastering Grilling Basics

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Explore basic grilling techniques for meats and vegetables with Kristyn Slick. Sign up begins 7/3. Presented: Zoom.

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

Researching Canadian Records

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Through a presentation of Canadian history and immigration, learn how this neighboring country became a gateway for U.S. bound immigrants. Sign up begins 7/3.

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

Raptors in Your Neighborhood/Rapaces en Tu Vencindario - Rand Road

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Rand Road Branch
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Acompaña a Wings and Talons para ver cerca y en person a búhos, gavilanes y halcones mientras aprendes datos fascinantes de ellos.  Para todas las edades. Boletos estarán&n...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

A History of Animation

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

See how far animation has come in the past century. Learn about the techniques and innovations that produced some of the most iconic films of all time. Content warning: This progra...

Required
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Julia Child

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Ph.D. brings the iconic French chef to life in this portrayal, discussing everything from Child’s relationship with her husband to the mishaps of cooking on television. Sign up beg...

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

ScribbleMonster Concert

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
All Ages
About This Event:

Jump and jam at a creative play concert presented by Jim from ScribbleMonster and Wimee’s Words as seen on PBS. All ages. Tickets available for pick up at the Main branch starti...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Focaccia Bread Art (re-scheduled from August 14th)

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Transform simple focaccia into edible masterpieces with Kristyn Slick. From vegetable bouquets to herb-infused designs, discover how to turn your dough into delicious works of brea...

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

Focaccia Bread Art (Re-scheduled to August 7th)

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

This class has been re-scheduled to August 7th. Signup begins 7/24. 

Virtual Event
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.

Wildlife Spotlight - Coyotes

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, All Ages
About This Event:

With props and pictures, learn all about coyotes, a very common and often misunderstood animal neighbor found throughout Cook County. Sign up begins 7/29.

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

Miss Make-Believe

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 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 laugh with Miss MakeBelieve. With a focus on friendship and kindness, this show includes vibrant magic, original ukulele music, handmade props, puppets, and bubbles. ...

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beat the Heat Recipes

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Heat keeping you out of the kitchen? Stacy Conway teaches us some recipes that keep our kitchens cool, and our appetites satisfied. Sign up begins 8/7. For Palatine cardholders onl...

Required

Labor Day observance

All Day
Main Library, North Hoffman Branch, Rand Road Branch, In the Community, Virtual
Closing

Labor Day

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

Fall Harvest Pies

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Dive into the art of pie-making just in time for fall! Learn to make two classic pies that epitomize comfort and warmth.

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

Researching Hispanic Genealogy

Monday, September 23, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Discover the essential genealogy records of historically Spanish-speaking areas of the Americas. Become familiar with research strategies, translation tools, and online resources t...

Required
Virtual Event

Staff Development Day

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

Global Harvest Recipes

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults
About This Event:

Learn how different cultures around the world are inspired by the flavors of fall. Explore the many diverse cuisines enjoyed during  the fall season.

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

City of the Sun: History of the Ancient City of Cahokia

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Lectures & Performances
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
About This Event:

Join us as a Cahokia Mounds Representative discusses the ancient City of Cahokia, a site in present day Illinois which was inhabited by Native Americans from 700-1400.  An anc...

Required
Virtual Event

Thanksgiving Day

All Day
Main Library, North Hoffman Branch, Rand Road Branch, In the Community, Virtual
Closing

Christmas Eve

All Day
Main Library, North Hoffman Branch, Rand Road Branch, In the Community, Virtual
Closing

Christmas Day

All Day
Main Library, North Hoffman Branch, Rand Road Branch, In the Community, Virtual
Closing

New Year’s Eve

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Main Library, North Hoffman Branch, Rand Road Branch, In the Community, Virtual
Closing

New Year’s Day

All Day
Main Library, North Hoffman Branch, Rand Road Branch, In the Community, Virtual
Closing

New Year's Day

Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at 12:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library, North Hoffman Branch, Rand Road Branch, In the Community
Closing