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Knit & Stitch

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: West Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Whether you knit, crochet, or embroider the Knit & Stitch Club is for you. Bring your supplies and join a fun group to craft and chat together.

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.

Adult Book Bag Registration

12/02/2024 @ 9:00am - 12/08/2024 @ 11:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Ongoing / Continuous, Reading & Writing
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: 20
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!

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

12/02/2024 @ 9:00am - 12/08/2024 @ 11:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Other
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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
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.

Babies & Tots

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies, Toddlers
Storytime
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime

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.

Elves’ Workshop

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Grades K-3. Young elves are invited to this workshop to make different, fun holiday gifts for family and friends this holiday 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.

Girl Scouts Northern IL Troop #434

5:00pm - 6:30pm
This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Bartlett Public Library District.
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: East Conference Room

Bartlett Creative Writers

6:30pm - 8:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Reading & Writing
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Reading & Writing

Meet with other aspiring writers to give constructive criticism on one another’s work, support each other through the ups and downs of writing, and to share writing tips. For writers of all levels age 18 and older.

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: Christmas Around the World

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.

Knolls of Amber Grove

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

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

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.

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
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: Education, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

Girl Scouts Troop #1539

5:00pm - 6:30pm
This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Bartlett Public Library District.
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: West Conference Room

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: 75
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.

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
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth
Event Details:

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.

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.

Teen Take & Make: Washi Tape Journals

All Day
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Crafts for anyone in grades 7-12. Available in the Teen Space while supplies last. You can check back during the month for additional kits. 

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.

Christmas Passport Adventure

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

Grades 1-3. Explore different holiday traditions from around the world through activities, stories, and crafts, collecting “passport stamps” along the way. 

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.

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

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.

Holiday Card Day

All Day
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Art Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ages 3-12. Drop-in to design and create your own festive cards to spread cheer to family, friends, and senior citizens in our community. *While supplies last. 

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.

Resin Ornaments

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Use resin, glitter, and molds to create fun resin ornaments! Please note that ornaments need 24 hours to set and you will need to pick up the finished product the following day.

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.