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December Cold Case

12/01/2025 @ 9:00am–12/21/2025 @ 11:45pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Gaming
Full
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Teens, 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.

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

December Cold Case (VIRTUAL ONLY)

12/01/2025 @ 9:00am–12/28/2025 @ 11:45pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Other
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Teens, 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

VolunTEENS: TAG (Teen Advisory Group)

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Volunteer
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your space and earn volunteer hours! At TAG meetings, you will develop ideas to improve teen services, spaces, and collections. You'll also help create teen programs and participate in charitable initiatives.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

VolunTEENs: Candy Cane Science

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Volunteer
Open
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.

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

Christmas Breads

7:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Food, Presentation
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Food, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

One basic dough - two delicious Christmas yeast breads. Chef Cherise Slattery will teach you how to make a Christmas Star Bread studded with pistachios and a strawberry jam swirl.

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: Celebrate Gingerbread House Day!

4:00pm–5:15pm
Teens
Volunteer
Full
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.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Merry & Bright Cocoa Crawl

11:00am–1:00pm
Everyone
Other
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other

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 "Teens" group

Dungeons & Dragons: Session Zero

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens
Gaming
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Interested in playing Dungeons and Dragons but not sure where to start? Have you played before, and have an idea for a character you want to try? Join us for a starter session where we go over the basics, create a character, and more!

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 "Teens" group

VolunTEENs: Toy Maintenance YS

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens
Volunteer
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
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 "Teens" group

VolunTEENs: Gift-Wrapping Party

1:30pm–3:30pm
Teens
Volunteer
Full
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Stranger Things Digital Escape Room

All Day
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Survive one last journey to the Upside Down before the Stranger Things series finale! Registrants will receive a link to the digital escape room on December 15.

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 "Everyone" group

Library Board Meeting

7:00pm–8:30pm
Everyone
Meeting
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Meeting
Event Details:

The monthly meeting of the Library Board. The public is welcome to attend.

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 "Teens" group

VolunTEENs: Operation: Elf Capture

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Volunteer
Open
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

VolunTEENs: Amazing Art

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Volunteer
Open
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Hot Cocoa Bomb Kit

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

Create a winter treat with these tasty take-home kits! 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

VolunTEENs: Kids Painting Class

3:30pm–4:45pm
Teens
Volunteer
Open
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

VolunTEENs: Toy Maintenance YS

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens
Volunteer
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Jam Around the World!

10:00am–10:45am
Youth, Everyone
Gaming, Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Everyone
Program Type: Gaming, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

Join us for this family multicultural music program as we learn songs, dances, and games from around the world.

 

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.

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site
Description:

The library is closed for the holiday today.

Christmas

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site
Description:

The Library is closed for the holiday.

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

Adult Coloring Club

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop by and color in some fun designs. Coloring pages and colored pencils will be provided.

This event is in the "Teens" group

VolunTEENs: Toy Maintenance YS

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens
Volunteer
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
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.

New Year's Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site
Description:

The Library is closed for the holiday.

New Year's Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site