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The Great Character Face-Off

All Day 3/3 - 3/30
Art Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Ages 3-12. Come join the March Madness Character Bracket in the Art Room! Vote for your favorite picture book characters each week as they compete in a fun, tournament-style challe...

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Art Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Ages 3-12. Come join the March Madness Character Bracket in the Art Room! Vote for your favorite picture book characters each week as they compete in a fun, tournament-style challenge.

Disclaimer(s)

ADA Accommodation

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.

March Cold Case Registration (VIRTUAL ONLY)

03/03/2025 @ 9:00am to 03/29/2025 @ 11:45pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Please note that this registration is for the virtual/digital Cold Case files only!Do you have what it takes to step into the shoes of a detective? Once registered, you will receiv...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Please note that this registration is for the virtual/digital Cold Case files only!

Do you have what it takes to step into the shoes of a detective?

Disclaimer(s)

ADA Accommodation

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

Guitars in Bartlett

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
West Conference Room at Bartlett Public Library District
This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Bartlett Public Library District.
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: West Conference Room

Bartlett Elementary PTA

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
East Conference Room at Bartlett Public Library District
This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Bartlett Public Library District.
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: East Conference Room
A scattering of several LEGO blocks.

Drop-In Family LEGO Night

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Youth
Drop In Family Lego Night:

All Ages. Stop by the Youth Services Department and create a LEGO masterpiece! We will have plenty of LEGO building blocks set out for you to enjoy. Table space may become lim...

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Other

All Ages. Stop by the Youth Services Department and create a LEGO masterpiece! We will have plenty of LEGO building blocks set out for you to enjoy. 

Table space may become limited, depending on participation. Creations can be displayed after each event.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

ADA Accommodation

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.

Elizabeth Taylor: Violet Beauty (Zoom)

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Zoom
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Elizabeth Taylor captured audiences from the time she appeared in great family films such as National Velvet to career-defining roles in Giant and Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? J...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Zoom
Event Details:

Elizabeth Taylor captured audiences from the time she appeared in great family films such as National Velvet to career-defining roles in Giant and Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?

Disclaimer(s)

ADA Accommodation

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

Babies & Tots

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers
Babies & Tots:

Newborns through 35 months of age with a caregiver. Join Mrs. Phyllis for Babies & Tots, which includes an introduction to emergent literacy skills, music, exercise and movemen...

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

Newborns through 35 months of age with a caregiver. Join Mrs. Phyllis for Babies & Tots, which includes an introduction to emergent literacy skills, music, exercise and movement.

It's Storytime

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 on their own.  Story Room. Join Mrs. Rose and enjoy 30 minutes of stories, music, and a visit from Little Mouse.  Older siblings are welcome.   

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 on their own.  Story Room. Join Mrs. Rose and enjoy 30 minutes of stories, music, and a visit from Little Mouse.  Older siblings are welcome.   

Birdhouse Painting

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 4-6Assemble and paint your very own custom birdhouse just in time for the birds to return for spring!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Grades 4-6

Assemble and paint your very own custom birdhouse just in time for the birds to return for spring!

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

VolunTEENs: Birdhouse Painting

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Volunteer during a Youth Services program. Please see program description for details. 

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Volunteer during a Youth Services program. Please see program description for details. 

Disclaimer(s)

ADA Accommodation

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.

Prior VolunTEEN Registration Required

Registration for this event is only available to teen volunteers accepted into the VolunTEENs program. If you are not on our list of volunteers, your registration will be cancelled. If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer, please fill out an application here.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

The Liars' Club cover art

Non-Fiction Book Discussion

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us to discuss The Liars' Club by Mary Karr. Copies are available for checkout at the Adult Services Desk.

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Event Details:

Join us to discuss The Liars' Club by Mary Karr. Copies are available for checkout at the Adult Services Desk.

Disclaimer(s)

ADA Accommodation

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.

VolunTEENs: YS Decorating

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Help decorate the Youth Services Department for upcoming events. 

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Help decorate the Youth Services Department for upcoming events. 

Disclaimer(s)

ADA Accommodation

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.

Prior VolunTEEN Registration Required

Registration for this event is only available to teen volunteers accepted into the VolunTEENs program. If you are not on our list of volunteers, your registration will be cancelled. If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer, please fill out an application here.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

Little Learners

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Join Mrs. Michelle and listen to stories, move to music, and end with a variety of fun activities that focus on emergent literacy skills. While the activit...

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Join Mrs. Michelle and listen to stories, move to music, and end with a variety of fun activities that focus on emergent literacy skills.

The Swimmers cover art

Thursday Morning Book Discussion

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us to discuss The Swimmers by Julie Otsuka. Copies will be available for checkout at the Adult Services desk.

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Event Details:

Join us to discuss The Swimmers by Julie Otsuka. Copies will be available for checkout at the Adult Services desk.

Disclaimer(s)

ADA Accommodation

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.

Girl Scout Troop #1944

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Bartlett Public Library District.
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room

Bedtime with Buster Family Storytime

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Bedtime With Buster Family Storytime:

Ages 2-6 with a Parent or Caregiver.Shhh...it's bedtime. Put on your PJ's and enjoy soothing stories perfect before going to sleep. There will also be a visit from Little Mouse!

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Program Type: Storytime

Ages 2-6 with a Parent or Caregiver.

Shhh...it's bedtime. Put on your PJ's and enjoy soothing stories perfect before going to sleep. There will also be a visit from Little Mouse!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Girl Scout Troop #2347

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
East Conference Room at Bartlett Public Library District
This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Bartlett Public Library District.
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: East Conference Room

VolunTEENs: YS Decorating

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Help decorate the Youth Services Department for upcoming events. 

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Help decorate the Youth Services Department for upcoming events. 

Disclaimer(s)

ADA Accommodation

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.

Prior VolunTEEN Registration Required

Registration for this event is only available to teen volunteers accepted into the VolunTEENs program. If you are not on our list of volunteers, your registration will be cancelled. If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer, please fill out an application here.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

Super Smash Bros Club

Friday, March 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 4-6Join us for fun games of Super Smash Bros Ultimate using the library’s Nintendo Switch! Participants will be expected to rotate after every round.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Grades 4-6

Join us for fun games of Super Smash Bros Ultimate using the library’s Nintendo Switch! Participants will be expected to rotate after every round.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

Alzheimer's and Dementia Care: Resources for Caregivers

Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Are you taking care of someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia? Join the Indigo at Bartlett, a memory care facility, to learn about useful resources that can assist caregivers to prov...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 76
Event Details:

Are you taking care of someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia? Join the Indigo at Bartlett, a memory care facility, to learn about useful resources that can assist caregivers to provide loved ones the care and support they need.

Disclaimer(s)

ADA Accommodation

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

VolunTEENs: YS Decorating

Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Help decorate the Youth Services Department for upcoming events. 

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Help decorate the Youth Services Department for upcoming events. 

Disclaimer(s)

ADA Accommodation

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.

Prior VolunTEEN Registration Required

Registration for this event is only available to teen volunteers accepted into the VolunTEENs program. If you are not on our list of volunteers, your registration will be cancelled. If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer, please fill out an application here.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

VolunTEENs: Toy Maintenance YS

Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Help with Toy Maintenance in Youth Services. Toys need to be sanitized and put away so they are ready for a new play session come Monday.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Help with Toy Maintenance in Youth Services. Toys need to be sanitized and put away so they are ready for a new play session come Monday.

Disclaimer(s)

ADA Accommodation

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.

VolunTEENs: YS Decorating

Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Help decorate the Youth Services Department for upcoming events. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Help decorate the Youth Services Department for upcoming events. 

Disclaimer(s)

ADA Accommodation

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.

Prior VolunTEEN Registration Required

Registration for this event is only available to teen volunteers accepted into the VolunTEENs program. If you are not on our list of volunteers, your registration will be cancelled. If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer, please fill out an application here.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

April Cold Case Registration

03/31/2025 @ 9:00am to 04/06/2025 @ 11:45pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to step into the shoes of a detective? Once registered, drop by the Adult Services desk to receive your confidential murder case file packed with clues, s...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to step into the shoes of a detective? Once registered, drop by the Adult Services desk to receive your confidential murder case file packed with clues, suspects, and evidence. Your mission?

Disclaimer(s)

ADA Accommodation

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.