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This event is in the "Teens" group
09/15/2025 @ 9:00am–09/29/2025 @ 11:45pm
Teens
Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Teens" group
Teen Book Bag Registration
09/15/2025 @ 9:00am–09/29/2025 @ 11:45pm
Reading & Writing
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Online
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Oct
1
2025
Wed
Halloween Candy Tournament
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Teen Space
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Other
Event Details:
Grab a bracket from the teen space and help narrow down the best candy by voting! Match the winner and get that candy as a prize. Match the entire bracket and get one of each candy!
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Oct
3
2025
Fri
Teen Take & Make: Pumpkin Yarn Decoration
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
09/29/2025 @ 9:00am–10/12/2025 @ 11:45pm
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
Other
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Sep-Oct
2025
October Cold Case
09/29/2025 @ 9:00am–10/12/2025 @ 11:45pm
Other
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Online
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Other
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
09/29/2025 @ 9:00am–10/25/2025 @ 11:45pm
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
Other
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Sep-Oct
2025
October Cold Case (VIRTUAL ONLY)
09/29/2025 @ 9:00am–10/25/2025 @ 11:45pm
Other
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Online
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Other
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.
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This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Babies,
Toddlers
Storytime
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Sep
30
2025
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
Oct
1
2025
Wed
Take & Make 3D Pumpkin Craft
9:00am–9:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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 3D paper pumpkin craft you can make at home. Crafts will be available while supplies last.
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Babies,
Toddlers
Storytime
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
Oct
1
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Oct
4
2025
Sat
Friends of the Bartlett Library Fall Book Sale
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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!
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This event is in the "Youth" group
Youth
Performance,
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Youth" group
Sep
29
2025
Mon
Harmony Hangout
10:30am–11:00am
Performance,
Arts & Crafts
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Story Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Performance,
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
For all ages. Enjoy some live music while you work on a craft project, read a book, play some quiet board games, or just sit and relax while you listen.
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.
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This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Sep
30
2025
Tue
It's Storytime
10:00am–10:30am
Storytime
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Story Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Ages 3-5 on their own. Enjoy 30 minutes of stories, music, and a visit from Little Mouse. Older siblings are welcome.
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This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Oct
1
2025
Wed
It's Storytime
10:00am–10:30am
Storytime
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Story Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Ages 3-5 on their own. Enjoy 30 minutes of stories, music, and a visit from Little Mouse. Older siblings are welcome.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
Oct
1
2025
Wed
Sensory Storytime
10:30am–11:15am
Storytime
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Join Mrs. Michelle for an inclusive storytime session in which we will read and retell stories, do fingerplays, and dance. We will save time at the end for play and socializing.
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.
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This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Little Learners
10:00am–10:45am
Storytime
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Story Room
Age Group:
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.
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
Oct
3
2025
Fri
Friends of the Bartlett Library Fall Book Sale
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
Youth,
Preschool,
Kindergarten
Ongoing / Continuous,
Storytime
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
Oct
4
2025
Sat
Read to the Rhythm Storytime: Pumpkin, Pumpkin!
10:00am–10:30am
Ongoing / Continuous,
Storytime
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Story Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Preschool,
Kindergarten
Program Type:
Ongoing / Continuous,
Storytime
Event Details:
Singing is a fun and easy way for young children to learn about language and musicality. Join Mrs. Rose to hear Pumpkin 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.
Registration Required
This program requires you to register.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Sep
28
2025
Sun
VolunTEENs: Toy Maintenance YS
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Youth Services Department
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Volunteer
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
Youth,
Elementary School
STEAM
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
Oct
1
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Elementary School
Program Type:
STEAM
Event Details:
Grades 1-3. Grade 1 with a caregiver. 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.
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.
Registration Required
This program requires you to register.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
Youth,
Elementary School,
Middle School
Gaming
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
Oct
1
2025
Wed
Board Games at the Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
West Conference Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Elementary School,
Middle School
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Grades 4-6. Play some board games at the library with others! Features one spotlighted game per month. Sept 3: Sorry Oct 1: Scrabble Junior Nov 5: Uno Attack
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
This program requires you to register.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Oct
1
2025
Wed
VolunTEENs: Board Games at the Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Youth Services Department
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Volunteer
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Oct
1
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Youth Services Department
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Volunteer
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
Youth,
Elementary School,
Middle School
Gaming
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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Oct
2
2025
Thu
Girl Scout Cadette/Senior Troop #1539
This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Bartlett Public Library District.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
East Conference Room
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Youth,
Babies,
Adults
Education
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Sep
30
2025
Tue
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies,
Adults
Program Type:
Education
Event Details:
Learn lifesaving skills with an American Heart Association-certified instructor and experienced Perinatal RN in this hands-on Infant CPR and safety class.
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
Youth,
Preschool,
Kindergarten,
Elementary School
Ongoing / Continuous,
Storytime
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
Oct
2
2025
Thu
Bedtime with Buster Family Storytime!
6:30pm–7:00pm
Ongoing / Continuous,
Storytime
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Story Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Preschool,
Kindergarten,
Elementary School
Program Type:
Ongoing / Continuous,
Storytime
Ages 2-6 with a Parent or Caregiver. 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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Sep
29
2025
Mon
Burnham, Mies, Gang, and Their Legacies: Chicago Architectural Milestones
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
History
Event Details:
From a mud hole two hundred years ago to the birthplace of the skyscraper and the cradle of city planning, find out how Chicago became so invaluable with regard to Western Architecture and the "Big City." Please join historian Clarence Goodman for
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
History,
Presentation
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Oct
1
2025
Wed
Resurrection Mary: Chicago's Most Beloved Spirit
7:00pm–8:00pm
History,
Presentation
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
History,
Presentation
Event Details:
Who is or was "Resurrection Mary" and what makes the Chicago version of this "Vanishing Hitchhiker" legend so special? Where did the story start? What are the facts? Are people still seeing Mary's ghost today?
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.
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