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2025 Tiny Canvas Art Contest

01/02/2025 @ 9:00am - 01/31/2025 @ 1:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Adult Services Department
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create a small masterpiece on a standard 3 inch by 3 inch Post-it Note. Stop by the Adult Services desk to pick up an entry form.

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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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.

Bedtime with Buster Family Storytime

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Storytime
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Program Type: 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!

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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.

Girl Scout Troop #2347

6:30pm - 8:00pm
This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Bartlett Public Library District.
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: East Conference Room

Boy Scout Troop #66

7:00pm - 8:30pm
This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Bartlett Public Library District.
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.

Dog Man Party

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth, Elementary School
Education, STEAM, Arts & Crafts, Other
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Education, STEAM, Arts & Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

VolunTEENs: Dog Man Party

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Volunteer
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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.

Girl Scout Troop #800

3:45pm - 5:45pm
This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Bartlett Public Library District.
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: East Conference Room
This event is in the "Youth" group.

Take & Make Dinosaur Craft

9:00am - 5:00pm
Youth
Arts & Crafts
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.

This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.

Babies & Tots

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies, Toddlers
Storytime
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Dungeons & Dragons Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Gaming
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Hear this call and join our cause - the Dungeons & Dragons Club is here. We shall meet every third Saturday. Come slay dragons, create a character, or make your own adventure!

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.

This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Bartlett Public Library District.
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
This event is in the "Teens" group.

VolunTEENs: Toy Maintenance YS

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teens
Volunteer
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Help with Toy Maintenance in Youth Services. Toys need to be sanitized and put away so they are ready for a new play session come Monday.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Knit & Stitch

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: West 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

February Cold Case Registration

02/03/2025 @ 9:00am - 02/09/2025 @ 11:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Other
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

February Cold Case Registration (VIRTUAL ONLY)

02/03/2025 @ 9:00am - 03/01/2025 @ 11:45pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Other
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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.

Girl Scout Troop #800

3:30pm - 5:30pm
This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Bartlett Public Library District.
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: West Conference Room
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

To Think My Son Could Do This to Me! Was Mary Lincoln Insane?

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults, Seniors
History
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: History
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Who decided that Mary Lincoln should be declared insane? What did her family think? Was she insane, or was she a misdiagnosed and overmedicated victim?

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.

This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.

Babies & Tots

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies, Toddlers
Storytime
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.

This event is in the "Youth" group.
This event is in the "Elementary School" group.

Love Potions

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Youth, Elementary School
STEAM, Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: STEAM, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

VolunTEENs: Love Potion

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Volunteer
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Bartlett Creative Writers

6:30pm - 8:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Reading & Writing
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual Tuesday Trivia: Famous Love Songs

7:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Gaming
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Join us for trivia nights!

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Illinois Libraries Present: An Evening with James McBride (Zoom)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Reading & Writing, Zoom
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading & Writing, Zoom
Event Details:

James McBride is an award-winning author, musician, and screenwriter. His landmark memoir, The Color of Water, was published in 1996 and his novel, The Good Lord Bird, won the National Book Award for Fiction.

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.

This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.

Babies & Tots

9:30am - 10:00am
Babies, Toddlers
Storytime
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.