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Little Learners

Thursday, April 30, 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.

The Mystery of Mrs. Christie cover art

Thursday Morning Book Discussion

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us to discuss The Mystery of Mrs. Christie by Marie Benedict. Copies will be available for checkout at the Adult Services desk.

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

Join us to discuss The Mystery of Mrs. Christie by Marie Benedict. Copies will be available for checkout 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.

Chess Club

Thursday, April 30, 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.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

Girl Scout Troop #1539

Thursday, April 30, 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

Take & Make Bird Nest Craft

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth

Visit the Youth Services Department to pick up a bird nest 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 bird nest craft you can make at home.  Crafts will be available while supplies last.

Bartlett Nature Center Storytime

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School

For ages 5-10 with accompanying adult. Attend this special library storytime at the Bartlett Nature Center! Enjoy a nature-themed storytime followed by a short hike led by Nature Center staff.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For ages 5-10 with accompanying adult. Attend this special library storytime at the Bartlett Nature Center! Enjoy a nature-themed storytime followed by a short hike led by Nature Center staff.

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.

Groovin' With Garbage!

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School

4th – 6th Grade. Give your recyclables a second life in this crafty instrument-making workshop.

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

4th – 6th Grade. Give your recyclables a second life in this crafty instrument-making workshop.

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.

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.

Free Comic Book Day

All Day
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School

Come pick up a packet of comic-themed activities for Free Comic Book Day!

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

Come pick up a packet of comic-themed activities for Free Comic Book Day!

Free Comic Book Day

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

Free comics and craft kits will be available while supplies last. 

 

 

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

Free comics and craft kits will be available 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.

Read to the Rhythm Storytime: Happy Mother's Day!

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Ongoing / Continuous, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten

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

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Ongoing / Continuous, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Singing is a fun and easy way for young children to learn about language and musicality. Join Mrs. Rose to hear Mother's Day 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.

Potential Plans for the Future of the Library Building

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Meeting, Other
Age Group:
Everyone

Library Seeking Continued Community Feedback 

 

Dear Community Members,

 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Meeting, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Library Seeking Continued Community Feedback 

 

Dear Community Members,

 

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.

Journal and Planner Party (MOVED FROM APRIL 25th)

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
West Conference Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us to plan for the next few months and to update our calendars! Bring your own journal or planner. Decorating materials will be provided.

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

Join us to plan for the next few months and to update our calendars! Bring your own journal or planner. Decorating materials will be 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.

Recital

Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting 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: Meeting Room

Knit & Stitch

Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
East Conference Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Whether you knit, crochet, or embroider the Knit & Stitch Club is for you. Bring your supplies and join a fun group to craft and chat together.
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: East Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Whether you knit, crochet, or embroider the Knit & Stitch Club is for you. Bring your supplies and join a fun group to craft and chat together.

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.

May Cold Case

05/04/2026 @ 9:00am to 05/30/2026 @ 11:45pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Do you have what it takes to step into the shoes of a detective? Once registered, drop by the Adult Services desk to receive your confidential murder case file packed with clues, suspects, and evidence. Your mission?

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

Do you have what it takes to step into the shoes of a detective? Once registered, drop by the Adult Services desk to receive your confidential murder case file packed with clues, suspects, and evidence. Your mission?

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.

May Cold Case (VIRTUAL ONLY)

05/04/2026 @ 9:00am to 05/30/2026 @ 11:45pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Please note that this registration is for the virtual/digital Cold Case files only!

Do you have what it takes to step into the shoes of a detective?

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

Please note that this registration is for the virtual/digital Cold Case files only!

Do you have what it takes to step into the shoes of a detective?

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.

Tales & Tunes

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, 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: Arts & Crafts, 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.

A scattering of several LEGO blocks.

Lego Build-a-Thon

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Art Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School

Grades 4-6. Make your very own LEGO around a different theme every month! Prizes will be awarded to those who are voted as the best in their categories.

March: Maze

April: Nature

May: Hotel

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Art Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 4-6. Make your very own LEGO around a different theme every month! Prizes will be awarded to those who are voted as the best in their categories.

March: Maze

April: Nature

May: Hotel

Route 66 from Chicago to St. Louis

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

You don't have to drive to California to experience Route 66 during its 100th anniversary year.

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

You don't have to drive to California to experience Route 66 during its 100th anniversary year.

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.

Babies & Tots

Tuesday, May 5, 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.

It's Storytime

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

Ages 3-6 on their own.  Join Mrs. Rose and enjoy 30 minutes of stories, music, and a visit from Little Mouse.  Older siblings are welcome.  Space is limited to the first 20 people to arrive.

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

Ages 3-6 on their own.  Join Mrs. Rose and enjoy 30 minutes of stories, music, and a visit from Little Mouse.  Older siblings are welcome.  Space is limited to the first 20 people to arrive.

Birdies

Mini Makers

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:15pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten

Grades Preschool-K with caregiver. Discover the joy of creativity in this hands-on art program designed for young children.

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

Grades Preschool-K with caregiver. Discover the joy of creativity in this hands-on art program designed for young children.

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.

VolunTEENs: Mini Makers

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 3:45pm - 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.

Cozy Quilters

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Art Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School

Recommended for ages 8 and up. Enjoy some cozy ambiance while sewing a community quilt. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome; family members and caretakers are encouraged to participate! All materials will be provided.

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

Recommended for ages 8 and up. Enjoy some cozy ambiance while sewing a community quilt. Crafters of all ages and skill levels are welcome; family members and caretakers are encouraged to participate! All materials will be provided.

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.