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Amazing Art!

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Youth, Elementary School
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-3. Come and create amazing process art! Process art is art that is self-directed, choice driven, and celebrates the experience of discovery. 

May 21| Monet Lily Pads 

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.

Chess Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth, Elementary School
Gaming
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Youth, Elementary 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. 

Camp-In Adventure

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School
STEAM, Arts & Crafts, Other
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Program Type: STEAM, Arts & Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-2. Grab your imaginary sleeping bag and join us for a cozy, action-packed time full of camping-themed activities, games, and crafts. We'll explore the great outdoors without leaving the library!

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.

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Bartlett Public Library District

Memorial Day

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

The Library is closed for the holiday.

Drop-In Family LEGO Night

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Youth
Other
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Other

All Ages. Stop by the Youth Services Department and create a LEGO masterpiece! We will have plenty of LEGO building blocks set out for you to enjoy. 

Table space may become limited, depending on participation. Creations can be displayed after each event.

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.

Adventure Club

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Youth, Elementary School
Education, STEAM, Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Education, STEAM, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-3. Discover the world with our Adventure Club for kids at the library!

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.

Super Smash Bros Club

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Youth, Elementary School
Gaming
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 4-6

Join us for fun games of Super Smash Bros Ultimate using the library’s Nintendo Switch! Participants will be expected to rotate after every round.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

The Reading Adventure Trail

All Day 6/1 - 6/30
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School
Other
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Ages 3-12.  Step into the Youth Services Department and become part of the game!

Take & Make Origami Corner Bookmark Craft

12:00pm - 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 ... craft you can make at home.  Crafts will be available while supplies last.

Smokey Bear & Woodsy Owl Poster Contest

06/01/2025 @ 12:00pm - 07/03/2025 @ 8:00pm
Youth, Elementary School
Education, Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Education, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Grades 1-5.

Drop-In Family Game Night

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Youth
Other
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Services Department and play a variety of board games with your family! We will have plenty of games for everyone to share.

Storytime Station

10:00am - 10:30am
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Storytime
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Preschool-2nd grade with caregiver. All aboard the Storytime Station! Join our librarians as they share stories and songs.

Young Artists: Ink & Watercolor Pollinators

10:30am - 12:00pm
Youth
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-13.  Join Terri Murphy as she inspires young artists.  Bees, bats, butterflies or hummingbirds! Pick a pollinator and create art that is half grey-tones, and half in full color! 
 

 

Chess Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Gaming
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.

Mommy & Me Meetup

10:00am - 10:45am
Youth, Babies, Adults, Everyone
Health & Wellness, Meeting
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Meeting
Registration Required
Event Details:

Being a mom doesn’t come with a manual! Join us for a Mother to Mother support group for infants up to one year of age (Please no siblings above the age of one 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.

Penny Boat Challenge

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
STEAM
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 4-6. Design your very own boat that can carry a cup of pennies without sinking! Prizes are available for those who can clear the challenge

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

Read to Rover

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth
Reading & Writing
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Reading & Writing

Grades 1-6

Space is limited. Register by phone or in person at the Youth Services Desk.

Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15-minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog.

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.

In-Person Registration Required

To register for this event, please visit the Library and speak to a staff member.

Storytime Station

10:00am - 10:30am
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Storytime
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Preschool-2nd grade with caregiver. All aboard the Storytime Station! Join our librarians as they share stories and songs.

Board Games at the Library

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Gaming
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 4-6. Play some board games at the library with others! Features one spotlighted game per month.

June: Ticket to Ride

July: Clue

August: Yahtzee

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

Summer Bingo

11:00am - 11:45am
Youth
Other
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

All Ages with caregiver. Grab your favorite grown-up and join Mrs. Michelle for a fun-filled game of bingo! 

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.

Bedtime with Buster Family Storytime!

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

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.

Summer Recess

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Other
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Library Lawn
Age Group: Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-3. Grades K-1 with caregiver.  Get ready to Level Up your summer fun with games and activities inspired by classic recess favorites! Enjoy an afternoon of movement, teamwork, and creativity. 

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.

Plant Power

9:00am - 11:00am
Youth
Other
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Library Lawn
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

While you are visiting the library, stop by the courtyard to learn more about the Tri-Village Garden Club. They will have a table set up with seeds and other information about starting a garden.