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Little Learners

Thursday, October 10, 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, October 10, 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.

Read to the Rhythm Storytime!

Saturday, October 12, 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: 15
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.

Enchanted Tales

Enchanted Tales

Sunday, October 13, 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: 14
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.

Kim White, The Natural Naturalist

Animals Around the World

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education, Presentation, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Join us for an educational event featuring a speaker with 20 years of teaching experience at Brookfield Zoo. The event aims to inspire children about nature through animal ambassad...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Education, Presentation, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 56
Event Details:

Join us for an educational event featuring a speaker with 20 years of teaching experience at Brookfield Zoo. The event aims to inspire children about nature through animal ambassadors representing diverse habitats.

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.

black and gold acorn, orange pumpkin, and orange and red leaf DIY window clings

Family Art Night

Tuesday, October 15, 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...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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.

Haunted House

Amazing Art!

Wednesday, October 16, 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...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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, October 16, 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 17, 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, October 17, 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!October 17th | Spooky Thi...

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: 12
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!

October 17th | Spooky Things

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 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, October 18, 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 the picture book characters Max & Ruby by Rosemary Wells. We will make Max & Ruby paper bag puppets for our craft.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
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 the picture book characters Max & Ruby by Rosemary Wells. We will make Max & Ruby paper bag puppets for our craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

Haunted Mansion

Escape from the Haunted Mansion

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 2-3. Enter if you dare into a world of mystery and suspense. Solve mysteries, unlock secrets, and race against time to escape the eerie mansion. Can you make it out in time?...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Grades 2-3. Enter if you dare into a world of mystery and suspense. Solve mysteries, unlock secrets, and race against time to escape the eerie mansion. Can you make it out in time? 

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.

Green Thumb Club: Decorate Mini Pumpkins

Saturday, October 19, 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 paining mini pumpkins with the Tri-Village Garden Club members.

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool
Program Type: Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Grades Preschool-3 with caregiver.  Join the Green Thumb Club and have fun paining mini pumpkins with the Tri-Village Garden Club members.

Movers & Shakers

Monday, October 21, 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.

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. 

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

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: 7
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.

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.

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. 

Preschool Storytime and Craft

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

Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited to join Miss Liesel for stories and a craft one Saturday each month. Registration is required for each preschooler. Siblings outside o...

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

Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited to join Miss Liesel for stories and a craft one Saturday each month. Registration is required for each preschooler.

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.

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.

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Program Type: Gaming, Movie, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
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.

Halloween Bingo

Halloween Bingo

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

Grades 1-3. Join us for Halloween BINGO at the library! Win prizes and indulge in treats as you play this spooky twist on a classic game. *Allergy Alert: some items may contain com...

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

Grades 1-3. Join us for Halloween BINGO at the library! Win prizes and indulge in treats as you play this spooky twist on a classic game. *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.

Take & Make Fall Sticker Scene Craft

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 9:00am - 6:00pm
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 Fall sticker scene 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 Fall sticker scene craft you can make at home.  Crafts will be available on the 1st of the month while supplies last.