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Spooky Blackout Poetry

All Day 10/1 - 10/31
Teen Space at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

During the month of October, visit the Teen Space to create a spooky poetry using pages from discarded books. 

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

During the month of October, visit the Teen Space to create a spooky poetry using pages from discarded books. 

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.

Craft Supply Swap Drop-Off

All Day 10/18 - 10/30
Adult Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

New or gently used craft supplies donations will be accepted starting Friday, October 18 until Wednesday October 30 during normal library hours at the Adult Services Desk. Those wh...

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Adult Services Department
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

New or gently used craft supplies donations will be accepted starting Friday, October 18 until Wednesday October 30 during normal library hours 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.

Witch's Brew

Witch's Brew

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 1-3. Double, Double, Toil, and Trouble! Create a bubbling witch’s brew potion using baking soda science. 

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Grades 1-3. Double, Double, Toil, and Trouble! Create a bubbling witch’s brew potion using baking soda science. 

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: Witch's Brew

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

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:

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.

Resin Bookmarks and Coasters

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Use resin, glitter, and molds to create fun resin bookmarks and coasters! Please note that bookmarks and coasters need 24 hours to set and you will need to pick up the finished pro...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Use resin, glitter, and molds to create fun resin bookmarks and coasters! Please note that bookmarks and coasters need 24 hours to set and you will need to pick up the finished product the following day.

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.

A scattering of several LEGO blocks.

Drop In Family LEGO Night

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Ongoing / Continuous
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: Ongoing / Continuous

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)

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.

Jason Reynolds photo

Illinois Libraries Present: Raise Your Voice with Jason Reynolds (Zoom)

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing, Zoom
Age Group:
Youth, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Jason Reynolds is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, a Newbery Award Honoree, a Printz Award Honoree, a two-time National Book Award finalist, a Kirkus Award winner, a UK Carn...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Youth, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Reading & Writing, Zoom
Event Details:

Jason Reynolds is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, a Newbery Award Honoree, a Printz Award Honoree, a two-time National Book Award finalist, a Kirkus Award winner, a UK Carnegie Medal winner, a two-time Walter Dean Myers Award winn

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.

Passport

Adventure Club

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education, Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 1-3. Discover the world with our new Adventure Club for kids at the library! Every month, we’ll dive into the culture and traditions of a new country with stories, crafts, g...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Education, Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Grades 1-3. Discover the world with our new Adventure Club for kids at the library!

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: Adventure Club

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

See program description for details. 

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

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.

Girl Scout Troop #3416

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 5:45pm - 7:15pm
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

Girl Scout Troop #3416

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 5:45pm - 7:15pm
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

Making the Most of Social Security

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Stacy Bromann of The Dala Group will provide details on the various filing strategies available to single individuals, married couples, divorced individuals, and widows. These stra...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

Stacy Bromann of The Dala Group will provide details on the various filing strategies available to single individuals, married couples, divorced individuals, and widows.

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.

Halloween Storytime

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Event Details:

Happy Halloween!  Join Ms. Liesel, Mrs. Rose and Mrs. Michelle for Halloween stories and a Halloween treat.  Children are welcome to wear their costumes.  A caregive...

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

Happy Halloween!  Join Ms. Liesel, Mrs. Rose and Mrs. Michelle for Halloween stories and a Halloween treat.  Children are welcome to wear their costumes.  A caregiver needs to attend with the child.

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.

Open Mic Night

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Performance, Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come and read your favorite short stories or poems. There will be a selection of books to pick from or you can bring in your own work. 

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

Come and read your favorite short stories or poems. There will be a selection of books to pick from or you can bring in your own work. 

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.

Frankenstein Friday

National Frankenstein Day

All Day
Art Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Ages 3-12. Get ready for a monstrous celebration! Drop-In and make Frankenstein crafts in the art room.  *While supplies last. 

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

Ages 3-12. Get ready for a monstrous celebration! Drop-In and make Frankenstein crafts in the art room.  *While supplies last. 

Book Page Pumpkin

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Create a unique Halloween themed craft using recycled books! 

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Create a unique Halloween themed craft using recycled books! 

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: Preschool Storytime and Craft

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

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:

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.

Preschool Storytime and Craft

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool
Event Details:

Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited for stories and a craft one Saturday each month. Registration is required for each preschooler. Siblings outside of the age group may ...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited for stories and a craft one Saturday each month. Registration is required for each preschooler. Siblings outside of the age group may participate in the storytime portion of the program.

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.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

VolunTEENs: Toy Maintenance YS

Sunday, October 27, 2024 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.

Intro to Sewing Basics and Repairs: Hand Stitching

Sunday, October 27, 2024 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Help clothes have a longer shelf life by learning how to sew and making repairs. This course teaches basic hand sewing with projects aligned to help make repairs. 

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Help clothes have a longer shelf life by learning how to sew and making repairs. This course teaches basic hand sewing with projects aligned to help make repairs. 

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.

Spooky Tales

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Gaming, Movie, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Event Details:

 Trick or Treat! Stories, games, and a not-so-scary movie to put you in the mood for Halloween. Children may wear their costume.

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Program Type: Gaming, Movie, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

 

Trick or Treat! Stories, games, and a not-so-scary movie to put you in the mood for Halloween. Children may wear their costume.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

Bartlett Public Library District Foundation logo

Foundation Meeting

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
East Conference Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Everyone
Foundation Meeting:

All are welcome at the Bartlett Public Library District Foundation Meeting!

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: East Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Meeting

All are welcome at the Bartlett Public Library District Foundation Meeting!

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.

Babies & Tots

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers
Event Details:

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: Story Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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.

Halloween Storytime

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Kindergarten
Event Details:

Happy Halloween!  Join Ms. Liesel, Mrs. Rose and Mrs. Michelle for Halloween stories and a Halloween treat.  Children are welcome to wear their costumes.  A caregive...

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

Happy Halloween!  Join Ms. Liesel, Mrs. Rose and Mrs. Michelle for Halloween stories and a Halloween treat.  Children are welcome to wear their costumes.  A caregiver needs to attend with the child.