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9 Days of Crafts

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:

Stop by the Art Room in the Youth Services Department during Winter Break to create a fun winter-themed craft! There will be a new craft every day. *While supplies last during library open hours.

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.

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.

9 Days of Crafts

9:00am–4:00pm
Youth
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Art Room in the Youth Services Department during Winter Break to create a fun winter-themed craft! There will be a new craft every day. *While supplies last during library open hours.

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 the Rhythm Storytime: Happy New Year!

10:00am–10:30am
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Singing is a fun and easy way for young children to learn about language and musicality. Join Mrs. Rose to hear New Year's  Stories, sing, and march to the rhythm!

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.

Adult Coloring Club

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop by and color in some fun designs. Coloring pages and colored pencils will be provided.

9 Days of Crafts

12:00pm–4:00pm
Youth
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Art Room in the Youth Services Department during Winter Break to create a fun winter-themed craft! There will be a new craft every day. *While supplies last during library open hours.

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.

VolunTEENs: Toy Maintenance YS

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens
Volunteer
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
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.

9 Days of Crafts

9:00am–8:00pm
Youth
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Art Room in the Youth Services Department during Winter Break to create a fun winter-themed craft! There will be a new craft every day. *While supplies last during library open hours.

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.

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.

9 Days of Crafts

9:00am–8:00pm
Youth
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Art Room in the Youth Services Department during Winter Break to create a fun winter-themed craft! There will be a new craft every day. *While supplies last during library open hours.

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.

New Year's Reading Cafe!

11:00am–12:00pm
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Food, Reading & Writing, Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Program Type: Food, Reading & Writing, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tuesday, December 30 from 11:00-12:00 pm

Ages 3-Grade 2 with caregiver

Meeting Room

Registration required.

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.

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

Take & Make Craft: Paper Snakes

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 paper snake craft you can make at home.  Crafts will be available while supplies last.

Preschool and Child Care Fair

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
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.

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.

Knit & Stitch

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: East 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.

January Cold Case

01/05/2026 @ 9:00am–01/24/2026 @ 11:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Gaming
Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: 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.

January Cold Case (VIRTUAL ONLY)

01/05/2026 @ 9:00am–01/24/2026 @ 11:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Other
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
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.

Lego Build-a-Thon

3:15pm–4:15pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
STEAM
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: The Hub
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 4-6. Make your own LEGO around a different theme every month! Prizes will be awarded to those who are voted as the best in their categories.

Dec: Building/shelter

Jan: Tallest Tower

Feb: Space

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

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
Preschool
Storytime
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Ages 3-6 on their own.  Join Mrs. Rose and 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.

Mini Makers

3:45pm–4:15pm
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades Preschool-K with caregiver. Discover the joy of creativity in this hands-on art program designed for young children.

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.

VolunTEENs: Mini Makers

3:45pm–4:30pm
Teens
Volunteer
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

See program description for details. 

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.

Prior VolunTEEN Registration Required

Registration for this event is only available to teen volunteers accepted into the VolunTEENs program. If you are not on our list of volunteers, your registration will be cancelled. If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer, please fill out an application here.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.