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Turkey in Disguise Contest

11/01/2024 @ 9:00am - 11/24/2024 @ 3:00pm
Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Art Room
Age Group: Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ages 3-12. Help your turkey escape by creating a clever disguise! Get a turkey shape from the Youth Services Department and disguise your turkey as a character from a book you’ve read. Turn in your turkey to Youth Services by 3pm on Sunday, Nov.

November Cold Case Registration (VIRTUAL ONLY)

11/04/2024 @ 9:00am - 11/23/2024 @ 11:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
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.

Girl Scout Troop #1944

6:00pm - 7:30pm
This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Bartlett Public Library District.
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room

Thanksgiving Storytime and Craft

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

 

Let's give thanks in celebration of Thanksgiving Day! Mrs. Rose will read stories, and lead children in song and movement in honor of this special day. With the help of a caregiver, children will make a craft to take home. 

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.

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

Booklite Discussion

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Reading & Writing
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Event Details:

Join us to discuss Miracle Creek by Angie Kim. Copies will be available for checkout at the Adult Services Desk. 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.

Bartlett Historical Society

7:00pm - 8:30pm
This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Bartlett Public Library District.
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: The Hub

Girl Scout Troop #800

4:00pm - 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

Trash to Terracotta

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Do you have a vase that isn’t your style, but you can’t bear to give it away? Learn how to make that vase into a work of art that is worthy of being displayed.

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.

VolunTEENs: Toy Maintenance YS

1:00pm - 2:00pm
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:

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.

Babies & Tots

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Babies, Toddlers
Storytime
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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.

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
Event Details:

Join Mrs. Phyllis for Babies & Tots, which includes an introduction to emergent literacy skills, music, exercise and movement.

Thanksgiving Storytime and Craft

10:00am - 10:45am
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Let's give thanks in celebration of Thanksgiving Day! Mrs. Rose will read stories, and lead children in song and movement in honor of this special day. With the help of a caregiver, children will make a craft to take home. 

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.

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)

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.

Non-Fiction Book Discussion

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

Join us to discuss Facing the Mountain: A True Story of Japanese American Heroes in World War II by Daniel James Brown. Copies are 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.

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
Event Details:

Join Mrs. Phyllis for Babies & Tots, which includes an introduction to emergent literacy skills, music, exercise and movement.

Thanksgiving Storytime and Craft

10:00am - 10:45am
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Let's give thanks in celebration of Thanksgiving Day! Mrs. Rose will read stories, and lead children in song and movement in honor of this special day. With the help of a caregiver, children will make a craft to take home. 

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.

Thanksgiving - Early Close

5:00pm - 9:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Bartlett Public Library District, Off Site
Description:

The Library is closing early for Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving

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

The Library is closed for the holiday.

Bartlett's Little Bookworms Book Club

10:00am - 10:45am
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join the Bartlett Public Library District's book club designed just for preschoolers! Each session focuses on a different picture book, character, or author. We will do a couple of character/author-related games, read a story, and finish with a craft. Children may attend the storytime portion alone, but a caregiver is needed for the craft. Registration is required for each Book Club meeting.

This session will focus on the picture book series Dragons Love Tacos by Adam Rubin. We will make paper plate tacos for our craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

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.

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Tournament

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens
Gaming
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Grades 7-12 

Join us for a fun, local Mario Kart 8 Deluxe tournament using the Library’s Nintendo Switch. Prizes will be awarded to top players.

 

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.

Elf on the Bookshelf

12/01/2024 @ 9:00am - 12/23/2024 @ 9:00pm
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Ages 3-12. Join us for our Daily Elf Adventures at the library! Each day, our mischievous elf will be hiding in a new spot. Can you find where the elf is today?

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.

Take & Make Holiday Sticker Ornament 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 small Holiday Sticker Ornament craft you can make at home.  Crafts will be available while supplies last.