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Adult Book Bag Registration

12/02/2024 @ 9:00am - 12/08/2024 @ 11:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Ongoing / Continuous, Reading & Writing
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Ongoing / Continuous, Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Looking for your next great read? We’re here to help! Register via our online calendar to access a reading preferences survey. We will select a book for you that we think you’ll love!

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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.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

December Cold Case Registration

12/02/2024 @ 9:00am - 12/08/2024 @ 11:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Other
Waitlist
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

December Cold Case Registration (VIRTUAL ONLY)

12/02/2024 @ 9:00am - 12/28/2024 @ 11:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Other
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: 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.

The Brilliant Con of Cassie Chadwick

7:00pm - 8:00pm
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: 63
Event Details:

Join author William Hazelgrove as he shares the story of Cassie Chadwick, one of America’s greatest con artists.

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.

Mystery Readers Book Discussion

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

Join us to discuss Viviana Valentine Gets Her Man by Emily J. Edwards. 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.

The Sweetest Job Ever: My Time in the Candy Industry

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Presentation
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 52
Event Details:

Historical Presenter Jim Gibbons will discuss his years as a sales representative for the E.J. Brach & Sons Candy Company.

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.

Illinois Libraries Present: The Magic of Raina Telgemeier (Zoom)

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

Raina Telgemeier is the author and illustrator of the graphic novels Smile, Drama, Sisters, Ghosts, and Guts, all #1 New York Times bestsellers.

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.

Genealogy Group

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
History
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: History
Event Details:

Building your family tree? Come learn from and share your knowledge with other genealogists in a relaxed, fun atmosphere. Beginner to experienced genealogists welcome. 

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.

Financial Wellness for Mental Health (Zoom)

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

This program explores how financial health impacts mental well-being and offers strategies for managing both effectively.  Presented by Consumer Credit Counseling Services of Illinois.

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.

Hitchcock: The Master of Suspense

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
History, Movie
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: History, Movie
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Indulge in the thrilling side of classic Hollywood by learning about the “Master of Suspense” himself–Alfred Hitchcock! Join Film Historian Dr.

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.

Holiday Resin Coaster

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Create festive, custom resin coasters perfect for holiday décor or gifting! All materials provided. Suitable for beginners.

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.

Silent Reading Book Club

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

Do you like the idea of joining a book club, but already have too many books to read? Bring your own book or grab one from our shelves. Please bring headphones if you plan on listening to an audiobook.

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.

Holiday Petite Felted Friends

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Create your own adorable needle-felted winter animals in this hands-on workshop! Learn basic needle-felting techniques to craft cozy, woolen creatures perfect for the season. 

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.

Virtual Tuesday Trivia: Winter Sports

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.

Resume Review - Session #1, Slot 1

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Workshop, Zoom
Waitlist
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Workshop, Zoom
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

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.

Resume Review - Session #1, Slot 2

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Workshop, Zoom
Waitlist
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Workshop, Zoom
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

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.

Resume Review - Session #2, Slot 1

7:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Workshop, Zoom
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Workshop, Zoom
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

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.

Resume Review - Session #2, Slot 2

7:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Workshop, Zoom
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Workshop, Zoom
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1

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.

The Legend of St. Nicholas

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Education, History, Performance, Presentation
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Education, History, Performance, Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 51
Event Details:

The Old English Father Christmas tells the stories of St. Nicholas, the protector of children throughout the ages. Learn about the origins of St.

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 #3, Slot 1

7:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Workshop, Zoom
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Workshop, Zoom
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1

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.

Resume Review - Session #3, Slot 2

7:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Workshop, Zoom
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Workshop, Zoom
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1

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.

Thursday Morning Book Discussion

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Reading & Writing
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Event Details:

Reader's choice - Join us to discuss what you've read recently! 

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

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Reading & Writing
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 exchange with another reader. We will be meeting at JC's Mexican Restaurant in Bartlett! 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.

Illinois Libraries Present: Experience Little Women: The Musical at Home! (2022) (Virtual)

All Day 12/20 - 12/22
Youth, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Movie
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Youth, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Enjoy this Broadway HD, pre-recorded, virtual showing of Louisa May Alcott’s classic story of four sisters growing up in 19th-century Massachusetts.

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.