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Palatine Library District We provide access to hundreds of thousands of books, movies, music, magazines and more. Looking for a job? Planning a trip? http://www.palatinelibrary.org

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Nuestra Ofrenda 🕯️💐Monday, October 26 –Saturday, November 7Rand Road BranchWe invite you to learn about the Day of the D...
10/21/2026

Nuestra Ofrenda 🕯️💐

Monday, October 26 –
Saturday, November 7
Rand Road Branch

We invite you to learn about the Day of the Dead by visiting our ofrenda. When you visit, you can also write a message on a colorful paper link to help build our community remembrance chain! ❤️

To honor a loved one who has passed, email their photo to [email protected] by this Saturday, October 24.

Early voting has officially begun at the Library! 🗳️We are excited to be hosting early voting for suburban Cook County f...
10/19/2026

Early voting has officially begun at the Library! 🗳️

We are excited to be hosting early voting for suburban Cook County for the 2026 Gubernatorial Elections. Early voting will be held today, October 19, through Monday, November 2.

Daily Hours:
Monday – Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

For more information and voter resources, visit our website: palatinelibrary.org/voter-resources

10/16/2026

Boo! 👻

These ghosts are getting ready for our Family Halloween Extravaganza next Thursday, October 22.

We're prepared to have a hauntingly good time, with activities like a dance party, obstacle course, and baby pumpkin patch to keep your spirits high! 🎃🎉

Visit the event page for more information and to sign up: palatinelibrary.org/event/halloweenextravaganza

A little blast from the past! 📰On this day 51 years ago, Palatine Library District opened our fifth official home of the...
10/13/2026

A little blast from the past! 📰

On this day 51 years ago, Palatine Library District opened our fifth official home of the Library at 500 North Benton Street.

This was a major milestone at the time, as it allowed for the completion of a children’s area, expanded services, and more room for growing collections.

To read a full transcript of this article, see our comment below. 📌

Our catalog is growing! 🌱Rolling Meadows and Wauconda Libraries are joining the CCS library system, which means you will...
10/12/2026

Our catalog is growing! 🌱

Rolling Meadows and Wauconda Libraries are joining the CCS library system, which means you will soon have access to more than 300,000 additional items. 📚💿🎬

Several services will be unavailable at close on Friday, October 16, through Monday, October 19, including accessing your account, placing a hold, and Extended Access at both Branches. On Tuesday, October 20, the system will be back to normal.

To learn more, read the blog post on our website: palatinelibrary.org/blog/CCS2026

Check out these scary good deals! 🎃📚The October Used Book Sale starts today, brought to you by the Friends of Palatine L...
10/09/2026

Check out these scary good deals! 🎃📚

The October Used Book Sale starts today, brought to you by the Friends of Palatine Library.

Sale Hours:
Friday, October 9, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Friends members – No charge
Non-members – $5

Saturday, October 10, 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Free admission.

Sunday, October 11, 12:30 – 3:00 p.m.
Free admission.
Bargain day. All items are half price!

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All proceeds, after sales tax payment to Illinois, are provided to Palatine Library District, 700 N. North Court, Palatine, IL 60067, palatinelibrary.org

It’s Digital Inclusion Week – an annual week to raise awareness for digital equity solutions. The theme this year is “Su...
10/07/2026

It’s Digital Inclusion Week – an annual week to raise awareness for digital equity solutions. The theme this year is “Sustain, Empower, Evolve: Building a Brighter Digital Future.” 💻🌟

We are proud to offer programs and resources to help bridge the digital divide, including 24/7 access to Northstar Digital Literacy. With this platform, Palatine Library cardholders can build computer and technology skills through self-paced lessons, assessments, and certifications. Available in English and Spanish.

Ready to start your digital skill-building journey? Visit our website to get started: palatinelibrary.org/databases/n?field_db_type_target_id%5B124%5D=124

It’s Banned Books Week! 📚This year’s theme is “Let Books Be. Protect the Freedom to Read.”Every year, the American Libra...
10/05/2026

It’s Banned Books Week! 📚

This year’s theme is “Let Books Be. Protect the Freedom to Read.”

Every year, the American Library Association compiles a list of the most challenged books to inform the public about censorship in libraries and schools. Take a stand against book banning and join us in celebrating the right to read!

To see the Top 11 Most Challenged Books of 2025, visit our catalog: palatinelibrary.bibliocommons.com/v2/list/display/2996920107/3109547478

Spooky season is upon us!🎃We want to highlight this awesome Savannah Bananas costume from last year, made by one of our ...
10/02/2026

Spooky season is upon us!🎃

We want to highlight this awesome Savannah Bananas costume from last year, made by one of our members with the help of The Workshop! Here’s what they had to say:

“I wanted to write and thank your staff for my sewing questions over the last week. Everyone was very helpful with great problem solving skills. The equipment in the Workshop all worked and exceeded my expectations (hat iron!). Thanks for making Palatine an awesome community and enabling me to make these custom pants for a stellar Halloween costume!”

Need some help with your own costume? Stop by our Costume Fixing Pop-Up in The Workshop this Saturday, October 3, for guidance on simple costume alterations and repairs: palatinelibrary.org/event/costume-fixing-pop-234839

We just want to have fun… singing karaoke! 🎶🎤Whether you’re planning a party or want to rock out by yourself, we’ve got ...
09/30/2026

We just want to have fun… singing karaoke! 🎶🎤

Whether you’re planning a party or want to rock out by yourself, we’ve got you covered. Check out a karaoke machine and browse our music collection to get inspiration from the greats! Audience not included. 😉

Our Library of Things collection has plenty of unique and nontraditional items for you to check out. Learn more on our website: palatinelibrary.org/library-things

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700 N North Court
Palatine, IL
60067

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Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 12am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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