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Illinois Libraries Present: Poverty: A Discussion with Matthew Desmond

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education, Zoom
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Matthew Desmond is a professor of sociology at Princeton University and author of the award-winning book Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City. Desmond’s research focuse...

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

Matthew Desmond is a professor of sociology at Princeton University and author of the award-winning book Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City.

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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.

Genealogy Group

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
The Hub at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Building your family tree? Come learn from and share your knowledge with other genealogists in a relaxed, fun atmosphere. Beginner to experienced genealogists welcome. 

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: History
Event Details:

Building your family tree? Come learn from and share your knowledge with other genealogists in a relaxed, fun atmosphere. Beginner to experienced genealogists welcome. 

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.

Farm to Table Appetizers

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Food
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Everything tastes better fresh from the farm stand! Chef Cherise Slattery will share garden fresh appetizers with you that are easy to prepare, and delicious to eat. Chef will disc...

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Food
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

Everything tastes better fresh from the farm stand! Chef Cherise Slattery will share garden fresh appetizers with you that are easy to prepare, and delicious to eat.

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.

Silent Reading Book Club

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
West Conference Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: West Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading & Writing

Life Enrichment Activities for Alzheimer's

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The Indigo at Bartlett will demonstrate life enrichment activities for Alzheimer's. 

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

The Indigo at Bartlett will demonstrate life enrichment activities for Alzheimer's. 

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.

Library Closed

All Day
Bartlett Public Library District
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Bartlett Public Library District

Memorial Day

All Day
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site

The Library is closed for the holiday.

Closing
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Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site
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The Library is closed for the holiday.

The Wager cover art

Non-Fiction Book Discussion

Wednesday, May 28, 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 Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck Mutiny & Murder by David Grann. 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 Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck Mutiny & Murder by David Grann. 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.

Frankenstein cover art

Thursday Morning Book Discussion

Thursday, May 29, 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 Frankenstein by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley. 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 Frankenstein by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley. 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.

Crocheted Wire Necklaces

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Crochet wire? Yes, you can. With beads and wire, you can make your own necklace or bracelet to match any outfit. Simple tools are needed and will be supplied. No prior knowledge of...

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Crochet wire? Yes, you can. With beads and wire, you can make your own necklace or bracelet to match any outfit. Simple tools are needed and will be supplied. No prior knowledge of jewelry making is needed. Basic crochet skills are preferred.

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.

Independence Day

All Day
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site

The Library is closed for the holiday.

Closing
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Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site
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The Library is closed for the holiday.

Independence Day Parade

All Day
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site

The Library is closed for the 4th of July Parade.

Closing
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Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site
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The Library is closed for the 4th of July Parade.

Library Closed

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Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site

The Library is closed for Labor Day on both Sunday and Monday.

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The Library is closed for Labor Day on both Sunday and Monday.

Labor Day

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The Library is closed for the holiday.

Closing
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The Library is closed for the holiday.

Library Closes Early

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 5:00pm - 11:45pm
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site

The Library will close early on Wednesday to begin the Thanksgiving holiday.

Closing
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Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site
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The Library will close early on Wednesday to begin the Thanksgiving holiday.

Thanksgiving

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The Library is closed for the holiday.

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Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site
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The Library is closed for the holiday.

Library Closed

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The library is closed for the holiday today.

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The library is closed for the holiday today.

Christmas

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The Library is closed for the holiday.

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Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site
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The Library is closed for the holiday.

New Year's Eve

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The Library is closed for the holiday.

Closing
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Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site
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The Library is closed for the holiday.

New Year's Day

All Day
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Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site

Library Closed

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Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site

The Library is closed for Easter Sunday.

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Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site
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The Library is closed for Easter Sunday.

Memorial Day

All Day
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site

The Library is closed for the holiday.

Closing
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Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site
Description:

The Library is closed for the holiday.

Independence Day

All Day
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site

The Library is closed for the holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site
Description:

The Library is closed for the holiday.

Library Closed

All Day
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site

The Library is closed for the 4th of July Parade.

Closing
Branches:
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site
Description:

The Library is closed for the 4th of July Parade.