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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.

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.

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.

Mario Kart Club

2:00pm–3:15pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Gaming
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 4-6. Join us for fun games of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe using the library’s Nintendo Switch! Participants will be expected to rotate after every race.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

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.

Virtual Tuesday Trivia: Nobel Prizes

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.

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.

Youth Trivia Challenge

3:45pm–4:45pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Gaming
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

For ages 6 and up. Show what you know and test your knowledge at this week’s trivia session! Compete on your own or bring family and friends to work as a team (teams cannot exceed 6 people).

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.

Monopoly Hour

10:30am–11:30am
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Gaming
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: West Conference Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 4-6. Come to the library to play a game of Monopoly and see who will avoid bankruptcy!

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

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

Dungeons & Dragons Club

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
Gaming
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Hear the call and join our cause as we campaign our way through the world of Dungeons and Dragons! Each quarter of the year is a new adventure. Attending Session Zero prior to the beginning of the campaign is encouraged but not required. 

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.

Virtual Tuesday Trivia: Childhood Toys and Games

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.

Pokémon Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Gaming
Upcoming
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. Come celebrate Pokémon through activities including learning how to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game! Decks will be provided. Trading cards will not be allowed during the program.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

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.

Super Smash Bros Club

2:00pm–3:15pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Gaming
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle 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.

Youth Trivia Challenge

3:45pm–4:45pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Gaming
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

For ages 6 and up. Show what you know and test your knowledge at this week’s trivia session! Compete on your own or bring family and friends to work as a team (teams cannot exceed 6 people).

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.

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition

1:00pm–3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Gaming
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Think you’ve got what it takes to piece together victory? Join our Jigsaw Puzzle Competition for a night of fun, teamwork, and friendly competition!

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: Science and Math

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.

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.

Dungeons & Dragons Club

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
Gaming
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Hear the call and join our cause as we campaign our way through the world of Dungeons and Dragons! Each quarter of the year is a new adventure. Attending Session Zero prior to the beginning of the campaign is encouraged but not required. 

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.

Mario Kart Tournament

3:45pm–4:45pm
Youth, Teens
Gaming
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Youth, Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 4-12. 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)

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

Virtual Tuesday Trivia: Harry Potter

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.