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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 "Youth" 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,
Preschool,
Kindergarten,
Elementary School,
Middle School
Ongoing / Continuous
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
This event is in the "Middle School" group
Jar Challenge
All Day
5/18–5/31
Ongoing / Continuous
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Youth Services Department
Age Group:
Youth,
Preschool,
Kindergarten,
Elementary School,
Middle School
Program Type:
Ongoing / Continuous
Event Details:
Guess how many items are in the jar at the Youth Services Desk for your chance to win a prize. You can submit one guess per week.
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Branches:
Bartlett Public Library District,
Off Site
Description:
The Library closes both Sunday and Monday for Memorial Day.
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Branches:
Bartlett Public Library District,
Off Site
Description:
The Library is closed for the holiday.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
May
26
2026
Tue
Let's Celebrate Summer Drop-In Craft
9:00am–8:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Youth Services Department
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Stop by the Art Room in the Youth Services Department to celebrate the start of summer break with a new, fun craft each day. *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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
May
27
2026
Wed
Let's Celebrate Summer Drop-In Craft
9:00am–8:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Youth Services Department
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Stop by the Art Room in the Youth Services Department to celebrate the start of summer break with a new, fun craft each day. *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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
May
28
2026
Thu
Let's Celebrate Summer Drop-In Craft
9:00am–8:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Youth Services Department
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Stop by the Art Room in the Youth Services Department to celebrate the start of summer break with a new, fun craft each day. *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.
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
May
29
2026
Fri
Let's Celebrate Summer Drop-In Craft
9:00am–5:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Youth Services Department
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Stop by the Art Room in the Youth Services Department to celebrate the start of summer break with a new, fun craft each day. *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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Reading & Writing
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
28
2026
Thu
Thursday Morning Book Discussion
10:00am–11:00am
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 Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad. 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.
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| 11 am |
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| 12 pm |
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| 1 pm |
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
May
30
2026
Sat
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Teen Space
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Hear the call and join our cause as we campaign our way through the world of Dungeons and Dragons! Each quarter of the year is a new adventure. Attending Session Zero prior to the beginning of the campaign is encouraged but not required.
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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| 2 pm |
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| 3 pm |
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
Youth,
Elementary School
Education,
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
May
27
2026
Wed
Adventure Club
3:30pm–4:15pm
Education,
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Elementary School
Program Type:
Education,
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Grades 1-3. Grade 1 with caregiver.
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
May
27
2026
Wed
VolunTEENs: Adventure Club
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
Youth,
Elementary School
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
May
29
2026
Fri
Kids Painting
3:30pm–4:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Elementary School
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Grades 2-3. Get creative and have fun with paint! Follow step-by-step instructions from Mrs. Jessica to create your very own colorful acrylic painting to take home the same day.
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
May
29
2026
Fri
VolunTEENs: Kids Painting Class
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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| 4 pm |
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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
28
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 "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
29
2026
Fri
Drawing "Simon Says..."
4:00pm–5:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
West Conference Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Elementary School,
Middle School
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Grades 4-6. Take turns doing “Simon Says…” to create challenges for everyone to draw!
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
This program requires you to register.
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| 5 pm |
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| 6 pm |
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
May
26
2026
Tue
Hydro-Dipped Planters
6:00pm–6:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Make a one-of-a-kind planter using water and nail polish!
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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| 7 pm |
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This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Youth" group
May
26
2026
Tue
Drop-In Family LEGO Night
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Youth Services Department
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Other
All Ages. Stop by the Youth Services Department and create a LEGO masterpiece! We will have plenty of LEGO building blocks set out for you to enjoy. Table space may become limited, depending on participation. Creations can be displayed after each event.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adults,
Seniors
Reading & Writing
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
27
2026
Wed
Non-Fiction Book Discussion
7:00pm–8:00pm
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 Empire of Blue Water: Captain Morgan's Great Pirate Army, the Epic Battle for the Americas, and the Catastrophe That Ended the Outlaws' Bloody Reign by Stephen Talty.
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 "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group
May
28
2026
Thu
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone
Program Type:
Meeting
Event Details:
The regular monthly meeting of the Library Board. The public is welcome to attend.
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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