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Family Art Night

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

All Ages with caregiver. Join Mrs. Michelle for an evening of collaborative art. Families will create a different art project together each month. Be prepared to get messy!This pro...

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

All Ages with caregiver. Join Mrs. Michelle for an evening of collaborative art. Families will create a different art project together each month. Be prepared to get messy!

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.

Sugar Skulls

Amazing Art!

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 1-3. Come and create amazing process art! Process art is art that is self-directed, choice driven, and celebrates the experience of discovery. Each month will feature a diff...

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

Grades 1-3. Come and create amazing process art! Process art is art that is self-directed, choice driven, and celebrates the experience of discovery. Each month will feature a different exciting project.  

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.

Chess Club

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Grades 2- 6. Let's play chess together to improve strategic thinking, fairness, and make new friends who enjoy the game. Participants should know how the pieces move and basics of ...

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Grades 2- 6. Let's play chess together to improve strategic thinking, fairness, and make new friends who enjoy the game. Participants should know how the pieces move and basics of the game.

Little Learners

Thursday, September 19, 2024 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.

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.

Origami Club

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Grades 4-6. Let's get folding! Explore the fundamentals of folding origami shapes and animals with us. All experience levels are encouraged to participate!September 19th | Fidget T...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: STEAM, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Grades 4-6. Let's get folding! Explore the fundamentals of folding origami shapes and animals with us. All experience levels are encouraged to participate!

September 19th | Fidget Toys

 

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.

Read to the Rhythm Storytime!

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten
Event Details:

Singing is a fun and easy way for young children to learn about language and musicality. Join Mrs. Rose to hear stories, sing, and march to the rhythm!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Singing is a fun and easy way for young children to learn about language and musicality. Join Mrs. Rose to hear stories, sing, and march to the rhythm!

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.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

Friends of the Bartlett Library logo

Origami Overload

Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library:

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Event Details:

Aiden's Balloonanza returns for another fantastic workshop, this time detailing the craft he is best known for - the art of...origami! OK, maybe balloon animals are his specialty, ...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Aiden's Balloonanza returns for another fantastic workshop, this time detailing the craft he is best known for - the art of...origami! OK, maybe balloon animals are his specialty, but paper craft is a close second.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

Enchanted Tales

Enchanted Tales

Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education, Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades K-2. Step into the magical realm of fairy and folk tales from around the world. Dive into the captivating world of stories filled with magical creatures, brave heroes, and w...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Program Type: Education, Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Grades K-2. Step into the magical realm of fairy and folk tales from around the world. Dive into the captivating world of stories filled with magical creatures, brave heroes, and whimsical adventures.

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.

Pet Protectors: Our Furry Family

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Presentation, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Our pets need many things from us to keep them happy and healthy. Ms. Laura from the Du Page Animal Shelter will demonstrate what being a responsible pet guardian means for a varie...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Presentation, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Our pets need many things from us to keep them happy and healthy. Ms. Laura from the Du Page Animal Shelter will demonstrate what being a responsible pet guardian means for a variety of animals.

 

A scattering of several LEGO blocks.

Drop In Family LEGO Night

Tuesday, September 24, 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.

Passport

Adventure Club

Wednesday, September 25, 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: 3
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.

Little Learners

Thursday, September 26, 2024 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.

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.

Bedtime with Buster Family Storytime

Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Event Details:

A special evening storytime. Children are welcome to wear their pajamas and must be accompanied by a caregiver. There will also be a visit from Buster Bear and Little Mouse! While ...

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

A special evening storytime. Children are welcome to wear their pajamas and must be accompanied by a caregiver. There will also be a visit from Buster Bear and 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.

a rainbow inchworm wearing glasses and holding a book. The words "Bartlett's Little Bookworms Book Club" is arched over the top of the image and the words "Bartlett Public Library District" is arched at the bottom.

Bartlett's Little Bookworms Book Club

Friday, September 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Bartlett's Little Bookworms Book Club:

Join the Bartlett Public Library District's book club designed just for preschoolers! Each session focuses on a different picture book, character, or author. We will do a couple of...

Event Details:

This session will focus on Laura Numeroff, author of books such as If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, If You Give a Dog a Donut, and If You Give a Pig a Pancake. We will make a kitty ca...

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

Join the Bartlett Public Library District's book club designed just for preschoolers! Each session focuses on a different picture book, character, or author. We will do a couple of character/author-related games, read a story, and finish with a craft. Children may attend the storytime portion alone, but a caregiver is needed for the craft. Registration is required for each Book Club meeting.

This session will focus on Laura Numeroff, author of books such as If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, If You Give a Dog a Donut, and If You Give a Pig a Pancake. We will make a kitty cat cupcake craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

Green Thumb Club: Paint Your Own Mini Bird House

Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool
Event Details:

Grades Preschool-3 with caregiver.  Join the Green Thumb Club and have fun painting your own mini bird house with the Tri-Village Garden Club members.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool
Program Type: Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Grades Preschool-3 with caregiver.  Join the Green Thumb Club and have fun painting your own mini bird house with the Tri-Village Garden Club members.

Movers & Shakers

Monday, September 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten
Event Details:

Ages 2-5 with a Caregiver. Start your week moving and shaking with Miss Liesel to a variety of fun songs and rhymes. This highly active program is designed to get everybody’s wiggl...

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

Ages 2-5 with a Caregiver. Start your week moving and shaking with Miss Liesel to a variety of fun songs and rhymes. This highly active program is designed to get everybody’s wiggles out before we calm down with a book. 

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.

Take & Make Paper Monster

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Visit the Youth Services Department to pick up a paper monster craft you can make at home.  Crafts will be available on the 1st of the month while supplies last.

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

Visit the Youth Services Department to pick up a paper monster craft you can make at home.  Crafts will be available on the 1st of the month while supplies last.

Pumpkin Patch Marble Maze

Super STEM!

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 1-3. Join Miss Jessica as we explore STEM concepts through stories, crafts, games, and activities that encourage the development of logic, problem solving, and creative thin...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Education, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Grades 1-3. Join Miss Jessica as we explore STEM concepts through stories, crafts, games, and activities that encourage the development of logic, problem solving, and creative thinking.  

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.

Chess Club

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Grades 2- 6. Let's play chess together to improve strategic thinking, fairness, and make new friends who enjoy the game. Participants should know how the pieces move and basics of ...

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Grades 2- 6. Let's play chess together to improve strategic thinking, fairness, and make new friends who enjoy the game. Participants should know how the pieces move and basics of the game.

Little Learners

Thursday, October 3, 2024 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.

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.

Crafty Kids

Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Grades 4-6. Create a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork. We provide the supplies, you bring the creativity. Each month will be a different exciting project.October 3 | Mini Pumpkin Pai...

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

Grades 4-6. Create a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork. We provide the supplies, you bring the creativity. Each month will be a different exciting project.

October 3 | Mini Pumpkin Painting 

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.

Haunted Gingerbread House

Haunted Gingerbread House

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education, STEAM, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 1-3. Unleash your creativity and craft your own haunted house using graham crackers, frosting, and candies. *Allergy Alert: some items may contain common allergens.

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Education, STEAM, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Grades 1-3. Unleash your creativity and craft your own haunted house using graham crackers, frosting, and candies. *Allergy Alert: some items may contain common allergens.

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.

Monarch Club

Monarch Club

Wednesday, October 9, 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. Join us for fun stories, activities, and crafts as we look at the new Monarch Book Award nominees, and then vote for your favorite book in February!  

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: 15
Event Details:

Grades 1-3. Join us for fun stories, activities, and crafts as we look at the new Monarch Book Award nominees, and then vote for your favorite book in February!  

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.

Pokémon Club

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Grades 4-6. Do you love all things Pokémon? Catch 'em all at our monthly Pokémon Club. Meet other trainers, trade cards, and express your creativity through a Pokémon-related ...

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Grades 4-6. Do you love all things Pokémon? Catch 'em all at our monthly Pokémon Club. Meet other trainers, trade cards, and express your creativity through a Pokémon-related craft.

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.