Palatine Library District

The Library Board has declared a vacancy due to the departure of Trustee Puklin in August 2024. The Board will fill this vacancy by appointment. The appointed trustee will serve until the new Board is seated in May 2025, following the consolidated election on April 1, 2025. Applications may be submitted via email to Executive Director, Melissa Gardner, at director@palatinelibrary.org or mail the application to Executive Director, Palatine Library District, 700 N North Court, Palatine IL 60067. All applications must be received by July 19, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Click here to find the application online and more information on our Library Board vacancy, https://lnkd.in/eE23Twth #PalatineLibraryDistrict #PLD100

What an incredible Fourth of July celebration in Palatine! 🎉🇺🇸 We're still beaming with pride after serving as Grand Marshals in this year's parade. And we're thrilled to announce that our float won "Best Overall"! 🏆 Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with us and honor our library's 100th anniversary. Your support means the world to us! We would also like to thank the members of Back Porch Revue for their folksy tunes during the Palatine Jaycees Hometown Fest parade. And, thanks to Palatine Jaycees for a great parade and all the work you do! Swipe through to see highlights from this unforgettable day. Here's to a century of learning, community, and growth - and to many more years to come! 🌟 Visit our Flickr page to find more photos from the parade, https://lnkd.in/gR7cQnxp #PalatineLibraryDistrict #PLD100SRP24 #HometownFestParade #PalatineIL #CommunitySpirit

You’re in for a treat this summer! 🧵✨ Michael Hall, a local designer with over 20 years of experience in sewing, garment construction, and patternmaking in fashion, cosplay, and theatre, typically works as Mount Fabricator at the Chicago History Museum. 👕 But this summer he’s lending us his talents by hosting a series of special classes and open lab hours as our first Maker in Residence. This series of programs is taught by an experienced maker to improve your skills and connect you with local creatives. Ages 11 and up. Visit our website to find upcoming Maker in Residence events and sign up online, https://lnkd.in/g_JpesVN #PalatineLibraryDistrict #PLD100 #MakerInResidence #SewingAdvice #TheWorkshop #AccessibleAlterations

We're Hiring! Communications Manager Needed We have an immediate opening for a creative and strategic Communications Manager to lead our communications department. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 3+ years of related experience, and strong skills in digital communications, graphic design, and collaborative leadership. In this role, you'll oversee all aspects of library communications, implement our strategic plan, and make a real impact on our community.    Visit our website to apply online: https://lnkd.in/g7kRyTwK #PalatineLibraryDistrict #JobPosting #CommunicationsManager #Hiring

🎉 Our awesome team is hard at work setting up for our 100 Year Anniversary Celebration this weekend! 🎂📚 We can't wait for you to join us tomorrow and Sunday to experience the magic we've been putting together. 🙌💕 Don't miss this extraordinary event for all ages! 🙌 Want to learn more about our 100 Year Anniversary celebrations? Visit our website, https://lnkd.in/gMCtXa93 #PalatineLibraryDistrict #PLD100 #NewLibraryCards #SpecialEdition #CommunityCelebrations #LEGOTrainExhibit

Behind the scenes at the library, our staff is stepping into spring with a fun and engaging challenge! 👟 Our staff spring step challenge, "It's a Walk in the Park" - a Jurassic Park-themed adventure has been encouraging our team to stay active and enjoy some friendly competition. 🦖🌿 We're incredibly grateful for our fantastic Wellness Committee, who have worked tirelessly to plan, design, and motivate our staff to get moving this season. Their creativity and dedication have made this challenge a true highlight of our spring! 🙌😊 While our step challenge is an internal initiative, we wanted to share a glimpse of the exciting things happening behind the scenes at the library. We believe in creating a positive and healthy work environment for our staff, and this challenge is just one of the many ways we support their well-being. 💖📚 Now, we'd love to hear from you! What are you doing to stay active and embrace the beauty of spring? 🌷🤔 #PalatineLibraryDistrict #BehindTheScenes #StaffWellnessChallenge #SpringIntoAction #ShareYourStory

Thank you for stopping by!! We appreciate you sharing your presentation on Fraud Scams and Awareness with our community. 🤗

Our Workshop has been busy this winter!! 😍 Thank you to our wonderful community members for stopping by and helping us spread holiday cheer.