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Resume Review - Session #1, Slot 2

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Workshop, Zoom
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Workshop, Zoom
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

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.

How a Guitar Works

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
History, Performance
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Have you ever wondered how guitars make those wonderful sounds? From the earliest guitars to today's screaming electric monsters, this Illustrated Lecture explains in simple terms ...

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: History, Performance
Required
Seats Remaining: 59
Event Details:

Have you ever wondered how guitars make those wonderful sounds? From the earliest guitars to today's screaming electric monsters, this Illustrated Lecture explains in simple terms how these works of art function. 

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

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Workshop, Zoom
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Workshop, Zoom
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

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 #2, Slot 2

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Workshop, Zoom
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Workshop, Zoom
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

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 #3, Slot 1

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 7:30pm - 8:00pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Workshop, Zoom
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Workshop, Zoom
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

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 #3, Slot 2

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 7:30pm - 8:00pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Workshop, Zoom
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Workshop, Zoom
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

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.

Adult Take & Make: Papel Picado

All Day
Adult Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Papel picado is a traditional craft from Mexico made by punching intricate designs into colorful paper. Stop by the Adult Services Department to pick up a kit to recreate this craf...

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

Papel picado is a traditional craft from Mexico made by punching intricate designs into colorful paper. Stop by the Adult Services Department to pick up a kit to recreate this craft using scissors while supplies last.

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.

Photo of Michelle Buteau

Illinois Libraries Present: Love and Laughs with Michelle Buteau (Zoom)

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Presentation, Zoom
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Michelle Buteau, an American stand-up comedian, actress, television host, producer, and podcast host. Buteau published her first book in 2020, a collection of personal essays title...

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

Michelle Buteau, an American stand-up comedian, actress, television host, producer, and podcast host.

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.

Trickster Cultural Center Presents: Contemporary Drum and Dance

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education, Performance, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

Join the Trickster Cultural Center for a presentation of contemporary Native American drum and dance.

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Education, Performance, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 70
Event Details:

Join the Trickster Cultural Center for a presentation of contemporary Native American drum and dance.

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.

Petite Felted Winter Animals

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Create your own adorable needle-felted winter animals in this hands-on workshop! Learn basic needle-felting techniques to craft cozy, woolen creatures perfect for the season. 

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

Create your own adorable needle-felted winter animals in this hands-on workshop! Learn basic needle-felting techniques to craft cozy, woolen creatures perfect for the season. 

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.

The History of Elvis Presley

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Zoom
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Elvis revolutionized popular music when he exploded onto the scene in 1956 with his unique blend of rhythm & blues and country music. Music historian Gary Wenstrup will cover E...

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

Elvis revolutionized popular music when he exploded onto the scene in 1956 with his unique blend of rhythm & blues and country music.

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.

The Bounty book cover art

Non-Fiction Book Discussion

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us to discuss The Bounty: The True Story of the Mutiny on the Bounty by Caroline Alexander. Copies are available for checkout at the Adult Services Desk. 

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

Join us to discuss The Bounty: The True Story of the Mutiny on the Bounty by Caroline Alexander. 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.

Wrong Place Wrong Time cover art

Thursday Morning Book Discussion

Thursday, January 30, 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 Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister. 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 Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister. 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 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
West Conference Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
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.

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: West 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 Registration

02/03/2025 @ 9:00am to 02/09/2025 @ 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.

To Think My Son Could Do This to Me! Was Mary Lincoln Insane?

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Who decided that Mary Lincoln should be declared insane? What did her family think? Was she insane, or was she a misdiagnosed and overmedicated victim? In this lecture, Lincoln exp...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: History
Required
Seats Remaining: 62
Event Details:

Who decided that Mary Lincoln should be declared insane? What did her family think? Was she insane, or was she a misdiagnosed and overmedicated victim?

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 4, 2025 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: Famous Love Songs

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for trivia nights! You’ll answer multiple choice questions centered on a common theme, which changes each week. Links to join will be posted here or to our social medi...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
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.

Photo of author James McBride

Illinois Libraries Present: An Evening with James McBride (Zoom)

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing, Zoom
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

James McBride is an award-winning author, musician, and screenwriter. His landmark memoir, The Color of Water, was published in 1996 and his novel, The Good Lord Bird, won the Nati...

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

James McBride is an award-winning author, musician, and screenwriter. His landmark memoir, The Color of Water, was published in 1996 and his novel, The Good Lord Bird, won the National Book Award for Fiction.

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.

Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers cover art

Mystery Readers Book Discussion

Thursday, February 6, 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 Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto. 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 Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto. 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.

Teatime With Kankakee Tea Company

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Food
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us to learn a brief history of tea. Sample high-quality organic tea from around the world with Kankakee Tea Company and experience the peace of tea as a mindful ritual.

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Food
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us to learn a brief history of tea. Sample high-quality organic tea from around the world with Kankakee Tea Company and experience the peace of tea as a mindful ritual.

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

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
West Conference Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Ongoing / Continuous, Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: West Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Ongoing / Continuous, Reading & Writing

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.

Lighthouses of the Outer Banks of North Carolina

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Zoom
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The Outer Banks of North Carolina have been called "The Graveyard of the Atlantic" because of the centuries of shipwrecks and disasters. Presented by historical lecturer Laura Keye...

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

The Outer Banks of North Carolina have been called "The Graveyard of the Atlantic" because of the centuries of shipwrecks and disasters.

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.

Genealogy Group

Wednesday, February 12, 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.