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The Underworld cover art

Non-Fiction Book Discussion

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us to discuss The Underworld: Journey to the Depths of the Ocean by Susan Casey. 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 Underworld: Journey to the Depths of the Ocean by Susan Casey. 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.

An American Marriage cover art

Thursday Morning Book Discussion

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us to discuss An American Marriage by Tayari Jones. 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 An American Marriage by Tayari Jones. 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.

Knit & Stitch

Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
East Conference Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Whether you knit, crochet, or embroider the Knit & Stitch Club is for you. Bring your supplies and join a fun group to craft and chat together.
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: East Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Whether you knit, crochet, or embroider the Knit & Stitch Club is for you. Bring your supplies and join a fun group to craft and chat together.

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.

February Cold Case

02/02/2026 @ 9:00am to 02/21/2026 @ 11:45pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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?

Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
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.

February Cold Case (VIRTUAL ONLY)

02/02/2026 @ 9:00am to 02/21/2026 @ 11:45pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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?

Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
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.

Bartlett Creative Writers

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:45pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Bartlett Creative Writers:

Meet with other aspiring writers to give constructive criticism on one another’s work, support each other through the ups and downs of writing, and to share writing tips. For write...

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

Meet with other aspiring writers to give constructive criticism on one another’s work, support each other through the ups and downs of writing, and to share writing tips. For writers of all levels age 18 and older.

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.

Virtual Tuesday Trivia: Harry Potter

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for trivia nights!

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

Join us for trivia nights!

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.

Resume Review - Session #1 (Slot 1) (Zoom)

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Zoom
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Participate in a 30-minute individual virtual resume review session with the People's Resource Center. Receive expert, personalized feedback and advice to enhance your resume and optimize your job search. Space is limited.

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

Participate in a 30-minute individual virtual resume review session with the People's Resource Center. Receive expert, personalized feedback and advice to enhance your resume and optimize your job search. Space is limited.

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.

Resume Review - Session #1 (Slot 2) (Zoom)

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Zoom
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Participate in a 30-minute individual virtual resume review session with the People's Resource Center. Receive expert, personalized feedback and advice to enhance your resume and optimize your job search. Space is limited.

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

Participate in a 30-minute individual virtual resume review session with the People's Resource Center. Receive expert, personalized feedback and advice to enhance your resume and optimize your job search. Space is limited.

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.

Resume Review - Session #2 (Slot 1) (Zoom)

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Zoom
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Participate in a 30-minute individual virtual resume review session with the People's Resource Center. Receive expert, personalized feedback and advice to enhance your resume and optimize your job search. Space is limited.

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

Participate in a 30-minute individual virtual resume review session with the People's Resource Center. Receive expert, personalized feedback and advice to enhance your resume and optimize your job search. Space is limited.

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.

Resume Review - Session #2 (Slot 2) (Zoom)

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Zoom
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Participate in a 30-minute individual virtual resume review session with the People's Resource Center. Receive expert, personalized feedback and advice to enhance your resume and optimize your job search. Space is limited.

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

Participate in a 30-minute individual virtual resume review session with the People's Resource Center. Receive expert, personalized feedback and advice to enhance your resume and optimize your job search. Space is limited.

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.

Book Cover Photo of Everyone Here is Lying

Mystery Readers Book Discussion

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Please join us to discuss Everyone Here is Lying by Shari Lapena. Copies are available at the Adult Services desk.

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

Please join us to discuss Everyone Here is Lying by Shari Lapena. Copies are available 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.

Genealogy Group

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
The Hub at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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.

Evil on the Roof of the World

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Novelist and historian William Elliott Hazelgrove recounts the fate of American cyclists Lauren Geoghegan and Jay Austin, who’s planned four year bike trip around the globe ending in tragedy when they were slain by ISIS sympathizers in Tajikistan

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Novelist and historian William Elliott Hazelgrove recounts the fate of American cyclists Lauren Geoghegan and Jay Austin, who’s planned four year bike trip around the globe ending in tragedy when they were slain by ISIS sympathizers in Tajikistan

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.

Yarn Hearts

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Make some yarn hearts to warm up your home decor. We will be covering cardboard hearts with yarn to add some cheer.  

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

Make some yarn hearts to warm up your home decor. We will be covering cardboard hearts with yarn to add some cheer.  

Knit & Stitch

Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
East Conference Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Whether you knit, crochet, or embroider the Knit & Stitch Club is for you. Bring your supplies and join a fun group to craft and chat together.
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: East Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Whether you knit, crochet, or embroider the Knit & Stitch Club is for you. Bring your supplies and join a fun group to craft and chat together.

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.

Bonds of War

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Zoom
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Lake County Historian Diana Dretske joins us to discuss her book The Bonds of War, about the trials and tribulations experienced by a group of European immigrants serving in Company C of the 96th Illinois Infantry during the Civil War.

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

Lake County Historian Diana Dretske joins us to discuss her book The Bonds of War, about the trials and tribulations experienced by a group of European immigrants serving in Company C of the 96th Illinois Infantry during the Civil War.

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.

Make Ahead Pastries

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Food, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Say goodbye to early mornings! Wouldn't it be great to greet your family with fresh pastries that you DIDN'T have to get up early to prepare?

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Food, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Say goodbye to early mornings! Wouldn't it be great to greet your family with fresh pastries that you DIDN'T have to get up early to prepare?

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.

James

Booklite Discussion

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us to discuss James by Percival Everett. Copies will be available for checkout at the Adult Services Desk. We will be meeting at JC's Mexican Restaurant in Bartlett. Please call the Adult Services Desk with any questions.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Event Details:

Join us to discuss James by Percival Everett. Copies will be available for checkout at the Adult Services Desk. We will be meeting at JC's Mexican Restaurant in Bartlett. Please call the Adult Services Desk with any questions.

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.

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Folding Book Art Tutorial

Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us and learn how to create Folded Book Art. The 90-minute course will provide step-by-step instructions on how to create three unique Folded Book Art patterns.

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

Join us and learn how to create Folded Book Art. The 90-minute course will provide step-by-step instructions on how to create three unique Folded Book Art patterns.

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.

Jack the Ripper (Program rescheduled for March 2)

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Please note that this program has been rescheduled to March 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM.

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

Please note that this program has been rescheduled to March 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM.

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.

Virtual Tuesday Trivia: All Things Disney

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for trivia nights!

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

Join us for trivia nights!

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.

Krakatoa

Non-Fiction Book Discussion

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us to discuss Krakatoa: The Day the World Exploded: August 27, 1883 by Simon Winchester. 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 Krakatoa: The Day the World Exploded: August 27, 1883 by Simon Winchester. 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.