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LEGO Tower

All Day 12/1–12/23
Youth
Reading & Writing
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Event Details:

For every book you check out, you get to contribute one LEGO piece to the set! See how big everyone can make it!

Adult Book Bag

12/01/2025 @ 9:00am–12/07/2025 @ 11:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Ongoing / Continuous, Reading & Writing
Full
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Ongoing / Continuous, Reading & Writing
Registration Required
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.

Young Authors

3:30pm–4:30pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Reading & Writing
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: West Conference Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 4-6. Interested in having an opportunity to create and share stories? Young Authors will help you put your ideas on paper! There will be different prompts every session.

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 The Cat Who Came for Christmas by Cleveland Amory. 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.

Thursday Morning Book Discussion

10:00am–11:00am
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 One by One by Ruth Ware. 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.

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 for our annual book exchange. Bring a wrapped book to trade. We will be meeting at JC's Mexican Restaurant in Bartlett. Please 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.

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.

LEGO Tower

All Day 12/26–12/30
Youth
Reading & Writing
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Event Details:

For every book you check out, you get to contribute one LEGO piece to the set! See how big everyone can make it!

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

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.

Mystery Readers Book Discussion

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

Please join us to discuss Murder in an Italian Village by Michael Falco. Copies available for check-out 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.

Read to Rover

10:00am–10:15am
Youth
Reading & Writing
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

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.

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.

Read to Rover

10:15am–10:30am
Youth
Reading & Writing
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

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.

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.

Read to Rover

10:30am–10:45am
Youth
Reading & Writing
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

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.

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.

Read to Rover

10:45am–11:00am
Youth
Reading & Writing
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

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.

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.

Read to Rover

11:15am–11:30am
Youth
Reading & Writing
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

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.

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.

Read to Rover

11:30am–11:45am
Youth
Reading & Writing
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

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.

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.

Read to Rover

11:45am–12:00pm
Youth
Reading & Writing
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-6. Reserve a unique "one-on-one" 15 minute appointment to read to a certified therapy dog. Space is limited. Please register for only one time slot.

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.

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.

Teen Book Bag Registration

01/12/2026 @ 9:00am–01/19/2026 @ 11:45pm
Teens
Reading & Writing
Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to find your next great read? Sign up for our Teen Book Bag! After you register, you will receive an email with a reading preferences survey. Each Teen Book Bag will contain a book as well as other goodies! 

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.

Young Authors

3:30pm–4:30pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Reading & Writing
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: West Conference Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 4-6. Interested in having an opportunity to create and share stories? Young Authors will help you put your ideas on paper! There will be different prompts every session.

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 The Midnight Library by Matt Haig. Copies will be available for checkout at the Adult Services Desk. We will be meeting at JC's Mexican Restaurant in Bartlett.

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.