Palos Park Public Library

Palos Park Public Library Palos Park Public Library
12330 S. Forest Glen Blvd. Palos Park, Il 60464
708-448-1530

🦖 ATTENTION PALOS PARK! 🦕Our Summer Reading newsletter is stomping its way to mailboxes now! Inside, you’ll discover pro...
06/02/2026

🦖 ATTENTION PALOS PARK! 🦕

Our Summer Reading newsletter is stomping its way to mailboxes now! Inside, you’ll discover programs for all ages, Summer Reading details, library card information, and upcoming contests.

Didn’t receive a copy? No worries! You can also pick one up at the Library, Palos Park Village Hall, or Recreation Center.

The adventure begins this Saturday! Join us for our Summer Reading Kick-Off from 10am - 3pm and start unearthing a summer filled with reading, exploration, and discovery!

🦕 Just 1 week to go until our Unearth a Story Summer Reading Kick-Off! 🦖Get ready for a prehistoric adventure at the lib...
05/30/2026

🦕 Just 1 week to go until our Unearth a Story Summer Reading Kick-Off! 🦖

Get ready for a prehistoric adventure at the library! Sign up for our Summer Reading Program and start your journey toward exciting prizes donated by our amazing local businesses. Best of all, no library card is required to participate! Everyone who registers at the event will receive special coupons while supplies last.

Explore our Jurassic Discovery Tour, search for hidden clues in dinosaur-themed scavenger hunts, enjoy hands-on activities for young explorers, and journey back in time with a screening of the beloved classic The Land Before Time. While you’re here, be sure to pick up the details for our Dino Diorama Contest and create your own prehistoric scene for a chance to win a special prize!

Join us as we unearth a summer full of stories, discoveries, and dinosaur-sized fun!

As we dig into preparations for Summer Reading, launching Saturday, June 6th with our Kick-Off Event, we want to give a ...
05/27/2026

As we dig into preparations for Summer Reading, launching Saturday, June 6th with our Kick-Off Event, we want to give a ROARing shoutout to the amazing local businesses helping make this year’s adventure unforgettable! 🦖📚

These community supporters are true Jurassic gems, donating prizes and helping readers of all ages unearth a summer packed with stories, adventure, and fun. The next time you visit one of these businesses, be sure to thank them for supporting the library!

Tag your favorite local businesses below and tell us why they’re dino-mite! 🦕✨

Teens in high school are invited to our Teen Advisory Board meeting on Saturday, May 30 at 2 pm! Help plan programs, sup...
05/22/2026

Teens in high school are invited to our Teen Advisory Board meeting on Saturday, May 30 at 2 pm! Help plan programs, support community projects, share your ideas, earn volunteer hours, and make a difference at the library while meeting other motivated teens. Register by calling (708) 448-1530 or through our online calendar.

Join us for a volunteer day in the library garden on Friday, May 15th from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM! Help us clean up the spa...
05/13/2026

Join us for a volunteer day in the library garden on Friday, May 15th from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM! Help us clean up the space and plant new greenery to help the garden thrive.

The garden is located behind the library. Please bring your own gloves. Register to attend by calling (708) 448-1530.

Summer Reading is coming… and it’s got its eye on you. We couldn’t be more scared. Just kidding! We couldn’t be more exc...
05/09/2026

Summer Reading is coming… and it’s got its eye on you. We couldn’t be more scared.
Just kidding! We couldn’t be more excited! Sign up to earn coupons, and enter to win prizes just for reading. Stay tuned… and tell us—any guesses what this year’s Summer Reading theme might be?

April was a busy (and fun!) month at the library! From a community craft swap and creative Paint Club sessions to our fi...
05/07/2026

April was a busy (and fun!) month at the library! From a community craft swap and creative Paint Club sessions to our first Nature Walk of the season, celebrating National Library Week, and storytimes in full swing. We packed in a lot!

Check out our online calendar to see what’s coming in May!

Join us at the library on Wednesday, May 6 at 11 AM for an informative presentation with the Cook County Sheriff’s Offic...
05/05/2026

Join us at the library on Wednesday, May 6 at 11 AM for an informative presentation with the Cook County Sheriff’s Office focused on senior safety and crime prevention.

Learn practical tips to stay safe at home and on the go, including ways to prevent carjacking and auto theft. We’ll also cover smart safety strategies for travel and vacation planning so you can feel confident wherever you go.

04/29/2026

Our next featured patron collection comes from Kim P. She’s sharing her charming assortment of antique cookie jars and figurines. Kim says these pieces bring back sweet childhood memories. Did anyone else grow up with cookie jars like these?

If you have a unique collection you’d love to share, stop by and fill out a form.

Address

12330 S Forest Glen Boulevard
Palos Park, IL
60464

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm
Saturday 9:30am - 5pm

Telephone

(708) 448-1530

Website

https://linktr.ee/palosparklibrary

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