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Recommend to the Library Gnome

11/01/2025 @ 12:00am–11/26/2025 @ 5:00pm
Youth
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Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Youth Services Department
Age Group: Youth
Event Details:

The library gnome is looking for more ideas on what to read next. Recommend a book that you enjoyed!

November Cold Case (VIRTUAL ONLY)

11/03/2025 @ 9:00am–11/22/2025 @ 11:45pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Other
Closed
Registration Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Teens, 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.

November Cold Case

11/03/2025 @ 9:00am–11/23/2025 @ 11:45pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Other
Closed
Registration Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Online
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Other
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.

DiNovember Friday: Create & Explore

All Day
Youth
Arts & Crafts
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Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Art Room
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ages 3-12. Drop in to enjoy dinosaur-themed crafts, coloring, and activities in the Art Room. *While supplies last. 

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.

Teen Take & Make: No-Sew Heating Pad

All Day
Teens
Arts & Crafts
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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.
9 am

Babies & Tots

9:30am–10:00am
Babies, Toddlers
Storytime
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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.

Babies & Tots

9:30am–10:00am
Babies, Toddlers
Storytime
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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.
10 am

It's Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Preschool
Storytime
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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.

It's Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Preschool
Storytime
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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.

Sensory Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Youth
Storytime
Closed
Registration Required
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
Registration Required
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.

Little Learners

10:00am–10:45am
Toddlers, Preschool
Storytime
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Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join Mrs. Michelle and listen to stories, move to music, and end with a variety of fun activities that focus on emergent 

literacy skills.
11 am
12 pm

Craft Supply Swap

12:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
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Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Have unused or gently used craft supplies? Looking to pick up some different items to inspire new creations? Join us for our craft supply swap! Bring what you can and take what you need. All items are FREE 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.
1 pm

VolunTEENs: Toy Maintenance YS

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens
Volunteer
Closed
Registration Required
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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.

Knit & Stitch

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts
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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.
2 pm

An Afternoon of Classical Guitar with Brad Conroy

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Performance
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy an intimate performance of music spanning centuries and continents.

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.

Tales & Tunes

2:00pm–2:30pm
Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Storytime
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Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Preschool - 2nd Grade with caregiver. Get ready to sing, dance, and play during this upbeat musical storytime!

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.
3 pm

Read & Craft

3:45pm–4:30pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Reading & Writing
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Reading & Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 4-8. Come to the library to talk about a book, have a snack, and do some crafts! The book selected for this month is Ghost Book by Remy Lai. We will vote on which book we read next at the end of every session. 

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

Fangsgiving Storytime & Craft

3:30pm–4:15pm
Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Kindergarten, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-2. Grades K-1 with caregiver. Get ready for a frightfully fun time with a special reading of Fangsgiving by Ethan Long!

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.

Registration Required

This program requires you to register.

VolunTEENs Orientation

3:45pm–4:15pm
Teens
Volunteer
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Orientation session for teen volunteers. 

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.

Super STEM!

3:30pm–4:15pm
Youth, Elementary School
STEAM
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Youth, Elementary School
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
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.

Board Games at the Library

3:30pm–4:30pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Gaming
Closed
Registration Required
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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. 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.

VolunTEENs: Board Games at the Library

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Volunteer
Closed
Registration Required
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
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.

VolunTEENs: Super STEM

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Volunteer
Closed
Registration Required
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
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.
4 pm

VolunTEENs Orientation

4:00pm–4:30pm
Teens
Volunteer
Closed
Registration Required
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: Volunteer
Registration Required
Event Details:

Orientation session for teen volunteers. 

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.

Chess Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth, Elementary School, Middle School
Gaming
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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.
5 pm
6 pm

Bartlett Creative Writers

6:30pm–8:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Reading & Writing
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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.

Become a Census Sensei

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Education
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

There are a variety of census options when researching your ancestors than just the Federal Population Schedules.

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.

Reservation

Tri-Village Garden Club

6:30pm–8:30pm
This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Bartlett Public Library District.
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: East Conference Room
Reservation

Girl Scout Troop #2347

6:30pm–8:30pm
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
Reservation

Girl Scout Troop #1133

7:00pm–8:45pm
This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Bartlett Public Library District.
Library Branch: Bartlett Public Library District
Room: East Conference Room

Virtual Tuesday Trivia: Seinfeld

7:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Gaming
Virtual Event
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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.

Mystery Readers Book Discussion

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

Join us to discuss How to Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin

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.