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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!

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.

Junior Scientist

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

Grades 2-3. Embark on a frosty adventure with our Junior Scientist Yeti Hunt! Explore the science behind the legendary Yeti through hands-on experiments and activities.

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.

Preschool and Child Care Fair

10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth, Adults
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Adults
Event Details:

This is a great opportunity for families to meet local preschool and daycare providers.  Representatives from various facilities in the area will be available with information, and to answer 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.

Read to Rover

10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth, Elementary School
Reading & Writing
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
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)

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.

Vision Screening for Children and Young Adults

10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth, Middle School
Health & Wellness
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth, Middle School
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

6 months to 21 years of age.  Drop in and get a free vision screening from the Bartlett Lions Club.  We'll have vision themed crafts and activities to do as well.

It's Grand Fun

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Youth
Other
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

All Ages with a caregiver. Grab your grandparent or another favorite grown-up and join us for a popcorn themed craft and a variety of fun games in honor of National Popcorn Day!

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.

Crafts Around the World

10:00am - 7:00pm
Youth
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Children and their caregivers may explore world cultures by creating crafts from the different continents.  Craft stations representing cultures from around the world will be set up in the Youth Department for families to enjoy.

Family Art Night

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

All Ages with caregiver. Join Mrs. Michelle for an evening of collaborative art. Families will create a different art project together each month. Projects are geared towards children ages 3-12 but all ages are welcome.

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.

It's Storytime

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

Ages 3-6.   Enjoy 30 minutes of stories, music, and a visit from Little Mouse.  Older siblings are welcome.  Space is limited to the first 20 people to arrive.

Amazing Art!

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Youth, Elementary School
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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. Each month will feature a different exciting project.  

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.

Little Learners

10:00am - 10:45am
Youth, Preschool
Storytime
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Join Mrs. Michelle and listen to stories, move to music, and end with a variety of fun activities that focus on emergent literacy skills.

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.

Musical Instruments from Around the World

10:00am - 4:30pm
Youth
Education
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Education
Event Details:

Bring your child to the Youth Services Department and explore a variety of musical instruments from different countries around the world including the Chilean Rainstick, Peruvian Gourd Maracas, Japanese Den Den and more.

Hawaiian Adventure

11:00am - 11:45am
Youth
Education, Performance
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Education, Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Say "Aloha" to a fun Hawaiian adventure! Kids will learn basic hula dancing, explore traditional instruments like the ukulele and ipu, and discover the meaning behind Hawaiian costumes.

Enchanted Tales

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Education, Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Program Type: Education, Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Grades K-2. Explore the wonders of fairytales and folktales from around the world through engaging crafts, games, and activities that bring these timeless tales to life. 

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.

Drop In Family LEGO Night

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

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.

It's Storytime

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

Ages 3-6.   Enjoy 30 minutes of stories, music, and a visit from Little Mouse.  Older siblings are welcome.  Space is limited to the first 20 people to arrive.

Adventure Club

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

Little Learners

10:00am - 10:45am
Youth, Preschool
Storytime
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Join Mrs. Michelle and listen to stories, move to music, and end with a variety of fun activities that focus on emergent literacy skills.

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.

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!

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.

Dog Man Party

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth, Elementary School
Education, STEAM, Arts & Crafts, Other
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: 15
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.

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.

Love Potions

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Youth, Elementary School
STEAM, Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: STEAM, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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.

It's Storytime

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

Ages 3-6.   Enjoy 30 minutes of stories, music, and a visit from Little Mouse.  Older siblings are welcome.  Space is limited to the first 20 people to arrive.

Super STEM!

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Youth, Elementary School
Education, STEAM
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Education, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Grades 1-3.

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.