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October Cold Case Registration

09/30/2024 @ 9:00am - 10/06/2024 @ 11:45pm
Adults
Education
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education
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.

October Cold Case Registration (VIRTUAL ONLY)

09/30/2024 @ 9:00am - 10/19/2024 @ 11:45pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Education, Other
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Education, Other
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.

Spooky Blackout Poetry

All Day 10/1 - 10/31
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

During the month of October, visit the Teen Space to create a spooky poetry using pages from discarded books. 

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 am

Take & Make Paper Monster

9:00am - 9:00pm
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 monster craft you can make at home.  Crafts will be available on the 1st of the month while supplies last.

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.

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.

Friends of the Bartlett Library Fall Book Sale

9:00am - 5:00pm
Everyone
Other
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

It’s time for the Friends of the Bartlett Library to host their Fall Book Sale! Bargain prices you won’t pay anywhere else. Fill a friend’s bag with books for only $5!

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.
10 am

Movers & Shakers

10:00am - 10:30am
Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten
Storytime
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Ages 2-5 with a Caregiver. Start your week moving and shaking with Miss Liesel to a variety of fun songs and rhymes. This highly active program is designed to get everybody’s wiggles out before we calm down with a book. 

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.

It's Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Preschool, Kindergarten
Storytime
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Ages 3-6.   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.

It's Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Preschool, Kindergarten
Storytime
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Preschool, Kindergarten
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Ages 3-6.   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.

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.

Friends of the Bartlett Library Fall Book Sale

10:00am - 6:00pm
Everyone
Other
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

It’s time for the Friends of the Bartlett Library to host their Fall Book Sale! Bargain prices you won’t pay anywhere else. Fill a friend’s bag with books for only $5!

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.
11 am
12 pm
1 pm

VolunTEENs: Toy Maintenance YS

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

Downton Abbey: The Real Story Behind Country Estates

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults
History
Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

Longtime Friends of the Bartlett Library volunteer Capt. Bill will take us on a journey of country estates.

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.
3 pm

Super STEM!

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

Grades 1-3. Join Miss Jessica as we explore STEM concepts through stories, crafts, games, and activities that encourage the development of logic, problem solving, and creative thinking.  

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: Super STEM

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Volunteer
Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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.
4 pm

Chess Club

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Gaming
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Grades 2- 6. Let's play chess together to improve strategic thinking, fairness, and make new friends who enjoy the game. Participants should know how the pieces move and basics of the game.

Crafty Kids

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Arts & Crafts
Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Grades 4-6. Create a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork. We provide the supplies, you bring the creativity. Each month will be a different exciting project.

October 3 | Mini Pumpkin Painting 

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: Crafty Kids

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Volunteer
Closed
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Volunteer during a Youth Services program. Please 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.
5 pm
Reservation

Girl Scout 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
6 pm

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.

Teen Advisory Group (TAG)

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Volunteer
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer

Create your space and earn volunteer hours! At TAG meetings, you will develop ideas to improve teen services, spaces, and collections. You'll also help create teen programs and participate in charitable initiatives. Before your first meeting, complete this session's application.

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.
Reservation

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
7 pm

Virtual Tuesday Trivia: Seinfeld

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.

Lights Out, Everybody: Mystery and Horror During the Golden Age of Radio

7:00pm - 8:15pm
Adults, Seniors
Education, Presentation
Open
Required
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Education, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Event Details:

Many of the best-known mystery and horror radio programs aired during the medium’s Golden Age.

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.

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:

Please join us to discuss The Woman in the Library by Sulari Gentill. 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.