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Sensory Storytime

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

Join Mrs. Michelle for a quieter, more inclusive storytime. We will read stories, play games, and practice fingerplays. Storytime will end with time to play and socialize.

 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Mrs. Michelle for a quieter, more inclusive storytime. We will read stories, play games, and practice fingerplays. Storytime will end with time to play and socialize.

 

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.

snow

Amazing Art!

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School

Grades 1-3. Grade 1 with caregiver. Come and create amazing process art! Process art is art that is self-directed, choice driven, and celebrates the experience of discovery. 

Jan. 21| Snow Globes 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-3. Grade 1 with caregiver. Come and create amazing process art! Process art is art that is self-directed, choice driven, and celebrates the experience of discovery. 

Jan. 21| Snow Globes 

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.

Caregiver Responsibility

Caregivers are responsible for the behavior of their child during library programs. Please see our guidelines for program behavior expectations.

  • Ages 8 and older may attend programs unattended by a caregiver if they are non-disruptive and the caregiver remains in the library.
  • If a child is disruptive, they may be asked to leave the program.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

Crafty Kids

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
The Hub at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School

Grades 4-6. Put your hands to work with arts and crafts projects you can take home after the program! There will be a different project every month.

Dec: Ornaments

Jan: Yarn Dolls

Feb: Chinese New Year Drums

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 4-6. Put your hands to work with arts and crafts projects you can take home after the program! There will be a different project every month.

Dec: Ornaments

Jan: Yarn Dolls

Feb: Chinese New Year Drums

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

VolunTEENs: Amazing Art

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens

See program description for details. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

See program description for details. 

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.

Prior VolunTEEN Registration Required

Registration for this event is only available to teen volunteers accepted into the VolunTEENs program. If you are not on our list of volunteers, your registration will be cancelled. If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer, please fill out an application here.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

Resume Review - Session #1 (Slot 1) (Zoom)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Zoom
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Participate in a 30-minute individual virtual resume review session with the People's Resource Center. Receive expert, personalized feedback and advice to enhance your resume and optimize your job search. Space is limited.

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

Participate in a 30-minute individual virtual resume review session with the People's Resource Center. Receive expert, personalized feedback and advice to enhance your resume and optimize your job search. Space is limited.

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 #1 (Slot 2) (Zoom)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Zoom
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Participate in a 30-minute individual virtual resume review session with the People's Resource Center. Receive expert, personalized feedback and advice to enhance your resume and optimize your job search. Space is limited.

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

Participate in a 30-minute individual virtual resume review session with the People's Resource Center. Receive expert, personalized feedback and advice to enhance your resume and optimize your job search. Space is limited.

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) (Zoom)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Zoom
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Participate in a 30-minute individual virtual resume review session with the People's Resource Center. Receive expert, personalized feedback and advice to enhance your resume and optimize your job search. Space is limited.

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

Participate in a 30-minute individual virtual resume review session with the People's Resource Center. Receive expert, personalized feedback and advice to enhance your resume and optimize your job search. Space is limited.

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 2) (Zoom)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Zoom
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Participate in a 30-minute individual virtual resume review session with the People's Resource Center. Receive expert, personalized feedback and advice to enhance your resume and optimize your job search. Space is limited.

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

Participate in a 30-minute individual virtual resume review session with the People's Resource Center. Receive expert, personalized feedback and advice to enhance your resume and optimize your job search. Space is limited.

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.

Winter Folk Tales

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Education, History
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Come learn how cultural winter stories passed down primarily through oral tradition, from Russia, Germany, Denmark and beyond helped preserve the customs of everyday people.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Education, History
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come learn how cultural winter stories passed down primarily through oral tradition, from Russia, Germany, Denmark and beyond helped preserve the customs of everyday people.

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, January 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

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 activities are geared to the preschool age group, older and younger siblings are welcome.

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

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 activities are geared to the preschool age group, older and younger siblings are welcome.

Tales & Tunes

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School

Preschool - 2nd Grade with caregiver. Get ready to sing, dance, and play during this upbeat musical storytime!

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

Preschool - 2nd Grade with caregiver. Get ready to sing, dance, and play during this upbeat musical storytime!

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.

Caregiver Responsibility

Caregivers are responsible for the behavior of their child during library programs. Please see our guidelines for program behavior expectations.

  • Ages 8 and older may attend programs unattended by a caregiver if they are non-disruptive and the caregiver remains in the library.
  • If a child is disruptive, they may be asked to leave the program.

Chess Club

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Hub at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School

Grades 2-6. Everyone is invited to play chess with us! Participants should know how the pieces move and the basics of the game.

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

Grades 2-6. Everyone is invited to play chess with us! Participants should know how the pieces move and the basics of the game.

needle felted blue bird holding a small book

Needle Felting: Bookbird

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join Natasha Lehrer Lewis, of Esther's Place, as she teaches a fun class on needle felting! Make an adorable bird with the supplies provided. 

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

Join Natasha Lehrer Lewis, of Esther's Place, as she teaches a fun class on needle felting! Make an adorable bird with the supplies provided. 

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.

Girl Scout Cadette/Senior Troop #1539

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 5:15pm - 6:45pm
East Conference Room at Bartlett Public Library District
This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Bartlett Public Library District.
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: East Conference Room

Bedtime with Buster Family Storytime!

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Ongoing / Continuous, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Bedtime With Buster Family Storytime:

Ages 2-6 with a Parent or Caregiver.Shhh...it's bedtime. Put on your PJ's and enjoy soothing stories perfect before going to sleep. There will also be a visit from Little Mouse!

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Program Type: Ongoing / Continuous, Storytime

Ages 2-6 with a Parent or Caregiver.

Shhh...it's bedtime. Put on your PJ's and enjoy soothing stories perfect before going to sleep. There will also be a visit from 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.

Careless People

20's and 30's Book Club

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
East Conference Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for the first nonfiction read in the history of the 20’s and 30’s Book Club. We will be reading Careless People by Sarah Wynn-Williams. Copies will be available at the Adult Services desk.  

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: East Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Event Details:

Join us for the first nonfiction read in the history of the 20’s and 30’s Book Club. We will be reading Careless People by Sarah Wynn-Williams. Copies will be available 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.

Bartlett's Little Bookworms Book Club

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten

 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

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.

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Once Upon a Winter Ball

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School

All Ages with a caregiver.  Step into a winter wonderland at the library! Enjoy an enchanted afternoon of crafts, games, and snowy fun. The highlight of the day will be a magical visit from the Snow Queen herself.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

All Ages with a caregiver.  Step into a winter wonderland at the library! Enjoy an enchanted afternoon of crafts, games, and snowy fun. The highlight of the day will be a magical visit from the Snow Queen herself.

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.

Caregiver Responsibility

Caregivers are responsible for the behavior of their child during library programs. Please see our guidelines for program behavior expectations.

  • Ages 8 and older may attend programs unattended by a caregiver if they are non-disruptive and the caregiver remains in the library.
  • If a child is disruptive, they may be asked to leave the program.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

VolunTEENs: Once Upon a Winter Ball

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens

See program description for details. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

See program description for details. 

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.

Prior VolunTEEN Registration Required

Registration for this event is only available to teen volunteers accepted into the VolunTEENs program. If you are not on our list of volunteers, your registration will be cancelled. If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer, please fill out an application here.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

Babies & Tots

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers
Babies & Tots:

Newborns through 35 months of age with a caregiver. Join Mrs. Phyllis for Babies & Tots, which includes an introduction to emergent literacy skills, music, exercise and movemen...

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

Newborns through 35 months of age with a caregiver. Join Mrs. Phyllis for Babies & Tots, which includes an introduction to emergent literacy skills, music, exercise and movement.

Dungeons & Dragons Club

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Space at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens

Hear the call and join our cause as we campaign our way through the world of Dungeons and Dragons! Each quarter of the year is a new adventure. Attending Session Zero prior to the beginning of the campaign is encouraged but not required. 

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Hear the call and join our cause as we campaign our way through the world of Dungeons and Dragons! Each quarter of the year is a new adventure. Attending Session Zero prior to the beginning of the campaign is encouraged but not required. 

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.

Bartlett Foundation Logo

Bartlett Public Library Foundation Meeting

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
East Conference Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Everyone
Foundation Meeting:

All are welcome at the Bartlett Public Library District Foundation Meeting!

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: East Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Meeting

All are welcome at the Bartlett Public Library District Foundation Meeting!

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 Kit

All Day
Teen Space at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Celebrate the end of National Hot Tea Month with this take-home kit! Kits include a variety of teas and supplies to decorate your own mug. Available in the Teen Space while supplies last. 

 

 

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Celebrate the end of National Hot Tea Month with this take-home kit! Kits include a variety of teas and supplies to decorate your own mug. Available in the Teen Space 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.

Babies & Tots

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers
Babies & Tots:

Newborns through 35 months of age with a caregiver. Join Mrs. Phyllis for Babies & Tots, which includes an introduction to emergent literacy skills, music, exercise and movemen...

Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

Newborns through 35 months of age with a caregiver. Join Mrs. Phyllis for Babies & Tots, which includes an introduction to emergent literacy skills, music, exercise and movement.