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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
05/04/2026 @ 9:00am–05/30/2026 @ 11:45pm
Adults,
Seniors
Gaming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May Cold Case
05/04/2026 @ 9:00am–05/30/2026 @ 11:45pm
Gaming
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Online
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Gaming
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
05/04/2026 @ 9:00am–05/30/2026 @ 11:45pm
Adults,
Seniors
Other
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May Cold Case (VIRTUAL ONLY)
05/04/2026 @ 9:00am–05/30/2026 @ 11:45pm
Other
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Online
Age Group:
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
May
12
2026
Tue
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 "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
May
13
2026
Wed
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 "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
May
12
2026
Tue
It's Storytime
10:00am–10:30am
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.
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This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
May
13
2026
Wed
It's Storytime
10:00am–10:30am
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.
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
May
13
2026
Wed
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
The Hub
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
History
Event Details:
Building your family tree? Come learn from and share your knowledge with other genealogists in a relaxed, fun atmosphere. Beginner to experienced genealogists welcome.
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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
Youth,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Kindergarten
Storytime
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
May
13
2026
Wed
Sensory Storytime
10:45am–11:15am
Storytime
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Kindergarten
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Ages 2-6 with caregiver. Join us for a welcoming storytime that follows a set routine to give our youngest patrons a predictable experience. We will listen to books, play games, practice fingerplays, and retell our last story using a felt board.
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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
Youth,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Kindergarten
Storytime
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
May
14
2026
Thu
Little Learners
10:00am–10:45am
Storytime
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Story Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Kindergarten
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. While the activities are geared to the preschool age group, older and younger siblings are welcome.
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
Youth,
Preschool
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
May
15
2026
Fri
Preschool Paper Crafts
10:00am–10:30am
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Art Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Preschool
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Ages 4-6 with caregiver. Make a new step-by-step paper craft each month! Drop-ins permitted 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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
Youth,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Kindergarten
Storytime
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
May
16
2026
Sat
Sensory Storytime
10:00am–10:45am
Storytime
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Kindergarten
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Ages 2-6 with caregiver. Join us for a welcoming storytime that follows a set routine to give our youngest patrons a predictable experience. We will listen to books, play games, practice fingerplays, and retell our last story using a felt board.
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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Youth,
Elementary School,
Middle School,
Teens
Reading & Writing
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
May
11
2026
Mon
Read & Craft
3:30pm–4:15pm
Reading & Writing
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Teen Space
Age Group:
Youth,
Elementary School,
Middle School,
Teens
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
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 session is Alone by Megan E. Freeman. 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.
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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
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
May
12
2026
Tue
Shadow Puppet Workshop
3:30pm–4:45pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Elementary School,
Middle School
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
3rd – 6th Grade. Create paper shadow puppets and use them to perform a classic tale together. Please note that the final performance will be filmed for program participants to view afterwards.
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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
Youth,
Kindergarten,
Elementary School
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
May
13
2026
Wed
Lights, Camera, Story!
3:30pm–4:15pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Kindergarten,
Elementary School
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Grades K-3. Grades K-1 with caregiver. Step into the spotlight! Each Lights, Camera, Story! program celebrates the magic of storytelling through our favorite animated worlds.
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.
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
Reading & Writing
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
May
13
2026
Wed
Young Authors
3:30pm–4:30pm
Reading & Writing
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
West Conference Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Elementary School,
Middle School
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
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.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
Youth,
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Kindergarten,
Elementary School,
Middle School
Performance,
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
May
13
2026
Wed
Harmony Hangout
3:45pm–4:15pm
Performance,
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Story Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Kindergarten,
Elementary School,
Middle School
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 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 "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
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
May
14
2026
Thu
Bartlett Nature Center Storytime
Age Group:
Youth,
Preschool,
Kindergarten,
Elementary School
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
For ages 5-10 with accompanying adult. Attend this special library storytime at the Bartlett Nature Center! Enjoy a nature-themed storytime followed by a short hike led by Nature Center staff.
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 "Youth" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
Youth,
Preschool,
Kindergarten
Arts & Crafts,
Storytime
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
May
15
2026
Fri
Bartlett's Little Bookworms Book Club
3:00pm–3:45pm
Arts & Crafts,
Storytime
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Story Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Preschool,
Kindergarten
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytime
Event Details:
Join the Bartlett Public Library District's book club, designed just for preschoolers! Each session focuses on a different picture book, character, or author.
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 "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
May
12
2026
Tue
Bartlett Public Library Foundation Meeting
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
East Conference Room
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Meeting
All are welcome at the Bartlett Public Library District Foundation Meeting!
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
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
May
14
2026
Thu
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.
Disclaimer(s)
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
May
11
2026
Mon
VolunTEENS: TAG (Teen Advisory Group)
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Teen Space
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Volunteer
Event Details:
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.
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.
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
May
11
2026
Mon
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Story 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.
This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Bartlett Public Library District.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room
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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
Presentation
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
13
2026
Wed
Growing Your Own Cut Flower Garden
6:30pm–7:30pm
Presentation
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Presentation
Event Details:
Are you dreaming of filling your home with gorgeous fresh flowers … but have no idea where to begin? Growing your own flower cutting garden is a fun and easy garden project.
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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May
11
2026
Mon
Bartlett Historical Society
This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Bartlett Public Library District.
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
The Hub
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This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
May
12
2026
Tue
Friends of Bartlett Library Meeting
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Meeting
Friends of the Library Meeting. All are welcome to join.
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Education,
Presentation
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
14
2026
Thu
DuPage Master Gardener Presentation
7:00pm–8:00pm
Education,
Presentation
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Education,
Presentation
Event Details:
Are you curious about when and how to start planting seeds for your garden? Come by and get advice from the Master Gardener Extension program. Learn about indoor seed germination to really make your garden shine.
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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