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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.

Crafts Around the World

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 7:00pm
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth
Event Details:

Children and their caregivers may explore world cultures by creating crafts from the different continents.  Craft stations representing cultures from around the world will be ...

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

Children and their caregivers may explore world cultures by creating crafts from the different continents.  Craft stations representing cultures from around the world will be set up in the Youth Department for families to enjoy.

Mosiac with pink star in middle and blue tiles surrounding

Family Art Night

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 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. Projects are geared towards child...

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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. Projects are geared towards children ages 3-12 but all ages are welcome.

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.

Winter Collage

Amazing Art!

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 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...

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

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.

Dog Man

Dog Man Party

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education, STEAM, Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 1-3. Celebrate your favorite comic book hero - Dog Man! We’ll make crafts and play games all about our favorite hero. Caregivers are responsible for the behavior o...

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

Grades 1-3. Celebrate your favorite comic book hero - Dog Man! We’ll make crafts and play games all about our favorite hero. 

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 Dinosaur Craft

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
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 small dinosaur craft you can make at home.  Crafts will be available 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 small dinosaur craft you can make at home.  Crafts will be available while supplies last.

Love Potions

Love Potions

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 1-3. Come join the fun as we create magical, fizzy potions using baking soda and vinegar! Watch your potion bubble and change colors, then decorate it to make it truly ...

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: STEAM, Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Grades 1-3. Come join the fun as we create magical, fizzy potions using baking soda and vinegar! Watch your potion bubble and change colors, then decorate it to make it truly special. 

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

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades Preschool-3 with caregiver. Join the Green Thumb Club and have fun making a craft with the Tri-Village Garden Club members.

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Grades Preschool-3 with caregiver. Join the Green Thumb Club and have fun making a craft with the Tri-Village Garden Club members.

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.

Chocolates Around the World

Chocolate Explorers: A World of Sweets

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education, Food, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 1-3. Join us on a delicious journey as we explore chocolates from around the globe! Kids will sample different types of chocolate, learn fun facts about where they come from...

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

Grades 1-3. Join us on a delicious journey as we explore chocolates from around the globe! Kids will sample different types of chocolate, learn fun facts about where they come from, and make their own chocolate-themed crafts.

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.

small pinch pot made of air dry clay

Make a Pinch Pot

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 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 us to make your own pinch pot made of air-dry clay. Be ready to get messy!Caregivers are responsible for the behavior of their child during library pr...

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

All Ages with caregiver. Join us to make your own pinch pot made of air-dry clay. Be ready 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.

Valentine's Day Storytime and Craft

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten
Event Details:

Join Mrs. Rose as she shares stories, fingerplays and action songs to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Children and parents will create their own valentines – including a “Secret Valenti...

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join Mrs. Rose as she shares stories, fingerplays and action songs to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Children and parents will create their own valentines – including a “Secret Valentine” to be delivered to a retirement home resident!

 

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.

Catch the Reading Bug

Monarch Club

Wednesday, February 12, 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.

Valentine's Day Storytime and Craft

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten
Event Details:

Join Mrs. Rose as she shares stories, fingerplays and action songs to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Children and parents will create their own valentines – including a “Secret Valenti...

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join Mrs. Rose as she shares stories, fingerplays and action songs to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Children and parents will create their own valentines – including a “Secret Valentine” to be delivered to a retirement home resident!

 

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, February 16, 2025 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...

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. 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.

Fingerpainting that says family with pink, blue, green, and brown fingerprints all over the canvas.

Family Art Night

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 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. Projects are geared towards child...

Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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. Projects are geared towards children ages 3-12 but all ages are welcome.

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.

Love Bugs

Amazing Art!

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 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...

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

Staff In-Service Day

All Day
Bartlett Public Library District
Closing
Branches:
Bartlett Public Library District
Tell a Fairy Tale Day

National Tell A Fairy Tale Day

All Day
Art Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Ages 3-12. Celebrate National Tell a Fairy Tale Day with us! Drop-in and make fairy tale crafts in the art room.  *While supplies last. 

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Art Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ages 3-12. Celebrate National Tell a Fairy Tale Day with us! Drop-in and make fairy tale crafts in the art room.  *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.

Memorial Day

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.

Independence Day

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.

Labor Day

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.

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.