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LEGO Tower

All Day 12/1 - 12/23
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Youth

For every book you check out, you get to contribute one LEGO piece to the set! See how big everyone can make it!

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

For every book you check out, you get to contribute one LEGO piece to the set! See how big everyone can make it!

The Cat Who Came for Christmas book cover

Non-Fiction Book Discussion

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us to discuss The Cat Who Came for Christmas by Cleveland Amory. Copies are 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 Cat Who Came for Christmas by Cleveland Amory. Copies are 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.

One by One cover art

Thursday Morning Book Discussion

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us to discuss One by One by Ruth Ware. 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 One by One by Ruth Ware. 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.

Booklite Discussion

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for our annual book exchange. Bring a wrapped book to trade. We will be meeting at JC's Mexican Restaurant in Bartlett. Please call the Adult Services Desk with any questions.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Event Details:

Join us for our annual book exchange. Bring a wrapped book to trade. We will be meeting at JC's Mexican Restaurant in Bartlett. Please call the Adult Services Desk with any questions.

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.

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.

LEGO Tower

All Day 12/26 - 12/30
Youth Services Department at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Youth

For every book you check out, you get to contribute one LEGO piece to the set! See how big everyone can make it!

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

For every book you check out, you get to contribute one LEGO piece to the set! See how big everyone can make it!

New Year's Reading Cafe!

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Food, Reading & Writing, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School

Tuesday, December 30 from 11:00-12:00 pm

Ages 3-Grade 2 with caregiver

Meeting Room

Registration required.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Program Type: Food, Reading & Writing, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tuesday, December 30 from 11:00-12:00 pm

Ages 3-Grade 2 with caregiver

Meeting Room

Registration required.

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.

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

Bartlett Creative Writers

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:45pm
Meeting Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Bartlett Creative Writers:

Meet with other aspiring writers to give constructive criticism on one another’s work, support each other through the ups and downs of writing, and to share writing tips. For write...

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

Meet with other aspiring writers to give constructive criticism on one another’s work, support each other through the ups and downs of writing, and to share writing tips. For writers of all levels age 18 and older.

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.

Mystery Readers Book Discussion

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

Please join us to discuss Murder in an Italian Village by Michael Falco. Copies available for check-out at the Adult Services desk.

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

Please join us to discuss Murder in an Italian Village by Michael Falco. Copies available for check-out 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.

Read to Rover

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:15am
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Youth

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

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.

Read to Rover

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:30am
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Youth

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

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.

Read to Rover

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 10:45am
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Youth

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

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.

Read to Rover

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:00am
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Youth

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

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.

Read to Rover

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 11:15am - 11:30am
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Youth

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

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.

Read to Rover

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 11:30am - 11:45am
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Youth

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

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.

Read to Rover

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 11:45am - 12:00pm
Story Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Youth

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

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.

Teen Book Bag Registration

01/12/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/19/2026 @ 11:45pm
Online at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Teens

Want to find your next great read? Sign up for our Teen Book Bag! After you register, you will receive an email with a reading preferences survey. Each Teen Book Bag will contain a book as well as other goodies! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to find your next great read? Sign up for our Teen Book Bag! After you register, you will receive an email with a reading preferences survey. Each Teen Book Bag will contain a book as well as other goodies! 

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.

Young Authors

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
West Conference Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School

Grades 4-6. Interested in having an opportunity to create and share stories? Young Authors will help you put your ideas on paper! There will be different prompts every session.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: West Conference Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 4-6. Interested in having an opportunity to create and share stories? Young Authors will help you put your ideas on paper! There will be different prompts every session.

Midnight Library cover art

Booklite Discussion

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us to discuss The Midnight Library by Matt Haig. Copies will be available for checkout at the Adult Services Desk. We will be meeting at JC's Mexican Restaurant in Bartlett.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Event Details:

Join us to discuss The Midnight Library by Matt Haig. Copies will be available for checkout at the Adult Services Desk. We will be meeting at JC's Mexican Restaurant in Bartlett.

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/Planner Party

Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
West Conference Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Bring your planners, journals, or calendars and get ready for the New Year. Markers, stencils, washi tape, pens, and stickers 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:

Bring your planners, journals, or calendars and get ready for the New Year. Markers, stencils, washi tape, pens, and stickers will be provided. 

Comic Drawing

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
West Conference Room at Bartlett Public Library District
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Age Group:
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School

Grades 4-6. Create your own comic and share it with others!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: West Conference Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 4-6. Create your own comic and share it with others!

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.