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Thanksgiving - Early Close

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site

The Library is closing early for Thanksgiving.

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

The Library is closing early for Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving

All Day
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site

The Library is closed for the holiday.

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

The Library is closed for the holiday.

Candy Cane Coding

Super STEM!

Wednesday, December 4, 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: 8
Event Details:

Grades 1-3.

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.

Christmas Passport Adventure

Christmas Passport Adventure

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 1-3. Explore different holiday traditions from around the world through activities, stories, and crafts, collecting “passport stamps” along the way. Caregivers are resp...

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

Grades 1-3. Explore different holiday traditions from around the world through activities, stories, and crafts, collecting “passport stamps” along the way. 

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.

Holiday Books

Holiday Picture Book Trivia

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education, Other
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 1-3. Test your holiday knowledge at our Holiday Picture Book Trivia event! Young readers can enjoy festive fun while competing for prizes in a celebration of their favorite ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Education, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Grades 1-3. Test your holiday knowledge at our Holiday Picture Book Trivia event! Young readers can enjoy festive fun while competing for prizes in a celebration of their favorite holiday stories.

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.

Catch the Reading Bug

Monarch Club

Wednesday, December 11, 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. 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!  Caregivers ar...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Education, STEAM, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
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.

Enchanted Tales

Enchanted Tales

Sunday, December 15, 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. Explore the wonders of fairytales and folktales from around the world through engaging crafts, games, and activities that bring these timeless tales to life. Careg...

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. Explore the wonders of fairytales and folktales from around the world through engaging crafts, games, and activities that bring these timeless tales to life. 

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 Legend of St. Nicholas

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education, History, Performance, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The Old English Father Christmas tells the stories of St. Nicholas, the protector of children throughout the ages. Learn about the origins of St. Nicholas characters in various cou...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Education, History, Performance, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 57
Event Details:

The Old English Father Christmas tells the stories of St. Nicholas, the protector of children throughout the ages. Learn about the origins of St.

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.

Managing Google Search Settings

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Education, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6

Disclaimer(s)

ADA Accommodation

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

Library Closed

All Day
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site

The library is closed for the holiday today.

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

The library is closed for the holiday today.

Christmas

All Day
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site

The Library is closed for the holiday.

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

The Library is closed for the holiday.

New Year's Eve

All Day
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site

The Library is closed for the holiday.

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

The Library is closed for the holiday.

New Year's Day

All Day
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site
DIY Snow

Super STEM!

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 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...

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Education, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Grades 1-3.

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 Loud Winter's Nap

A Loud Winter’s Nap

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education, Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades K-2. Bundle up for a cozy storytime with A Loud Winter’s Nap! Enjoy the funny and heartwarming story of Tortoise as he discovers the joys of winter. After the story, we...

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: 15
Event Details:

Grades K-2. Bundle up for a cozy storytime with A Loud Winter’s Nap! Enjoy the funny and heartwarming story of Tortoise as he discovers the joys of winter.

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.

Cosley Zoo: Critter Class!

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education, Presentation
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 1-3.  What makes a mammal a mammal, a bird a bird, or a reptile a reptile? Students learn the criteria that help us place animals in their proper classification or grou...

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Education, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Grades 1-3.  What makes a mammal a mammal, a bird a bird, or a reptile a reptile? Students learn the criteria that help us place animals in their proper classification or group.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

Catch the Reading Bug

Monarch Club

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 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. 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!  Caregivers ar...

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Education, STEAM, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.

Yeti Hunt

Junior Scientist

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education, STEAM, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 2-3. Embark on a frosty adventure with our Junior Scientist Yeti Hunt! Explore the science behind the legendary Yeti through hands-on experiments and activities. We'll ...

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Education, STEAM, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Grades 2-3. Embark on a frosty adventure with our Junior Scientist Yeti Hunt! Explore the science behind the legendary Yeti through hands-on experiments and activities.

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 Traditional Chinese Tea Demonstration

Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
The Hub at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education, Food
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Gain a brief background on the origin of tea and its role in East Asian social interactions along with its many benefits. Engage in the ritual of tea handling, teaware function and...

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Education, Food
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Gain a brief background on the origin of tea and its role in East Asian social interactions along with its many benefits.

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.

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.

Musical Instruments from Around the World

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:30pm
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Bring your child to the Youth Services Department and explore a variety of musical instruments from different countries around the world including the Chilean Rainstick, Peruvian G...

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

Bring your child to the Youth Services Department and explore a variety of musical instruments from different countries around the world including the Chilean Rainstick, Peruvian Gourd Maracas, Japanese Den Den and more.

Hawaiian Adventure

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education, Performance
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Say "Aloha" to a fun Hawaiian adventure! Kids will learn basic hula dancing, explore traditional instruments like the ukulele and ipu, and discover the meaning behind Hawaiian cost...

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Education, Performance
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Say "Aloha" to a fun Hawaiian adventure! Kids will learn basic hula dancing, explore traditional instruments like the ukulele and ipu, and discover the meaning behind Hawaiian costumes.

Enchanted Tales

Enchanted Tales

Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education, Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades K-2. Explore the wonders of fairytales and folktales from around the world through engaging crafts, games, and activities that bring these timeless tales to life. Careg...

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Program Type: Education, Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Grades K-2. Explore the wonders of fairytales and folktales from around the world through engaging crafts, games, and activities that bring these timeless tales to life. 

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, January 29, 2025 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 Adventure Club for kids at the library! Every month, we’ll dive into the culture and traditions of a new country with stories, crafts, games...

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. Discover the world with our 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.