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Eye Level Learning of Bloomingdale presents The Critical Thinking Challenge –students will be tested on all critical thinking skills including math, word problems, puzzles and brain teasers. Prizes awarded for 1st and 2nd place for all grades! Registration for Bloomingdale residents begins Monday, November 26 and for non-residents one week before each program begins.
Happy Books Happy Cooks
A storytime for all the budding chefs out there! Join in for a themed food craft followed by stories and a game. Registration is for a six session period. Please notify Youth Services if your child has any dietary restrictions. Registration is required
Instructor: Sean
Explore entertainment options beyond paying for cable. In class we will discuss how to connect your TV or other devices to streaming services, what options are out there to replace or improve on current service, and how to determine what’s right for you.
The Monday Night Page Turners book discussion group is open to everyone and welcomes new members! We meet on the third Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m., except in August and December. We discuss a mix of contemporary and classic fiction and nonfiction, and copies of our monthly selection are available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.
Location: Group Study Room
This is a storytime with music, movement, activities, and crafts for the preschool age child. In order to foster the child’s independence and emerging listening skills, caregivers and siblings are asked to remain outside the program during storytime. This is a drop-in program, limited to the first 20 children.
Instructor: Sean
A friendly introduction to computer topics aimed at senior citizens. Lots of guided hands on practice and time for questions. In this session we’ll be learning about tablets and smart phones. Students will be provided iPads or they are welcome to work on their own devices.
The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) provides presentations to older adults and people with disabilities to learn how to use public transportation. The following topics will be discussed: trip planning, accessibility on Pace and Metra, safety tips, fare programs and local transit options. There will be time for questions and signing up a for a RTA Reduced Fare card to get half off on Metra, Pace and CTA, if eligible. It is a one-stop shop for all your public transportation needs! Hand-outs and maps will be provided.
Toddler storytime for children two and three years old accompanied by a parent or caregiver. This program is designed to help chldren develop listening skills. This is a drop-in program, limited to 20 children.
Ocean's 8
Debbie Ocean gathers a crew to attempt an impossible heist at New York City's yearly Met Gala.
Popcorn and refreshments will be provided and enter for a chance to win this month's movie on DVD - you must be present to win!
Are you curious about 3D printing? Do you want to learn how to create your own designs and print them out? Teens are welcome to join us for an Introduction to 3D printing class, where we will create our own Tinkercad accounts, learn the basics of 3D Printing and design, and even get to see the 3D Printer in action. No experience is necessary!
Romper Rhymes is a language enrichment program in which nursery rhymes, songs, and fingerplays are shared with babies and their parents or caregivers. Storytime is followed by a brief play session with age-appropriate toys. Registration is required. Registration is for a six session period.
Budding Readers is designed to prepare toddlers and their parents or caregivers for Time for Twos storytime. The program includes stories and nursery rhymes, fingerplays, flannel board stories, baby sign language, and music. Registration is required. Registration is for a six session period.
Chocolate, chocolate, chocolate! Almost everyone loves chocolate. Come find out the science behind chocolate and enjoy some yummy treats. Registration required. Registration for Bloomingdale residents begins Monday, November 26 and for non-residents one week before each program begins.
Join other teens for gaming on our big screens or a tabletop! Have a dance-off using our Kinect, start your own Rock Band, race in Mario Kart 8, battle in Super Smash Bros., or discover your new favorite tabletop or board game!
Genealogy Club meets on the fourth Thursday of the month (except in November and December) from 6:30 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. A Local History librarian provides internet and archival genealogy instruction and research support. Members share ideas and meet other researchers, receive help with research questions and brick wall dilemmas, and share genealogy finds. Use of the genealogy collection in the Local History Department and individual help and instruction is also available.
Family Storytime is designed to serve families of babies, toddlers, and/or preschoolers who want to attend morning storytime together. Children will enjoy a variety of books, flannel stories, musical activities, and/or puppets, along with a simple craft. No registration is required.
Stressing about taking the ACT? Take a full-length practice test to ward off test day jitters and see how you may score on the big test. Experience first-hand what test day will be like! A representative from C2 Education will provide a proctored practice test and contact you with scores and analyzed results. Don't forget to bring a couple of pencils, your calculator, and a snack to eat!
Each month we will cover a STEAM subject while incorporating fundamental skills of reading, writing, computation, coding and problem solving. Please register for each class. Registration for Bloomingdale residents begins Monday, November 26 and for non-residents one week before each program begins.
Happy Books Happy Cooks
A storytime for all the budding chefs out there! Join in for a themed food craft followed by stories and a game. Registration is for a six session period. Please notify Youth Services if your child has any dietary restrictions. Registration is required
This one-woman show, composed and performed by Jillann Gabrielle, features the famous feud between Bette Davis and Joan Crawford.
This is a storytime with music, movement, activities, and crafts for the preschool age child. In order to foster the child’s independence and emerging listening skills, caregivers and siblings are asked to remain outside the program during storytime. This is a drop-in program, limited to the first 20 children.
What Oreo will reign supreme? A blind tast test of the crazy Oreo flavors will lead us to the best cookie of them all! Registration required. Registration for Bloomingdale residents begins Monday, November 26 and for non-residents one week before each program begins.
Final Meeting!
Meet us at Jimador Mexican Restaurant - 156 S Bloomingdale Rd S. - for free chips & salsa while we discuss the novel.
Toddler storytime for children two and three years old accompanied by a parent or caregiver. This program is designed to help chldren develop listening skills. This is a drop-in program, limited to 20 children.
A non-profit organization that supports the efforts of the Library.
Romper Rhymes is a language enrichment program in which nursery rhymes, songs, and fingerplays are shared with babies and their parents or caregivers. Storytime is followed by a brief play session with age-appropriate toys. Registration is required. Registration is for a six session period.
Budding Readers is designed to prepare toddlers and their parents or caregivers for Time for Twos storytime. The program includes stories and nursery rhymes, fingerplays, flannel board stories, baby sign language, and music. Registration is required. Registration is for a six session period.
Instructor: Daniel
Ever wanted to learn how to use a 3D printer? You can print objects using our equipment, and it’s easier than you might think! Come learn how to find free designs on the web, make edits, and print them through www.mybpl.org.
Tai Chi is postponed until further notice. If you would like to attend Bob's Thursday morning classes at the Bloomingdale Senior Center, please contact them at (630) 529-7794.
Join us at the library for an hour of Tai Chi, which is all about slow movement, meditation, breathing and balance. Bob Plucinsky is an instructor of Tai Chi and Qi Gong from the Bloomingdale Township Senior Center. He has a B.S. in Physical Education and a M.S. in Health Education.
Family Storytime is designed to serve families of babies, toddlers, and/or preschoolers who want to attend morning storytime together. Children will enjoy a variety of books, flannel stories, musical activities, and/or puppets, along with a simple craft. No registration is required.
Happy Books Happy Cooks
A storytime for all the budding chefs out there! Join in for a themed food craft followed by stories and a game. Registration is for a six session period. Please notify Youth Services if your child has any dietary restrictions. Registration is required
The Historical Book Discussion Group meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 10:00 a.m. Books are selected on topics of American history from pre-Revolutionary War to current time including biographies, history books, historical fiction and classics. Copies of the selections are available at the Circulation Desk.
This is a storytime with music, movement, activities, and crafts for the preschool age child. In order to foster the child’s independence and emerging listening skills, caregivers and siblings are asked to remain outside the program during storytime. This is a drop-in program, limited to the first 20 children.
A little wood, a few nails, some string and some stain can make a gorgeous item. Celebrate Valentine's Day with us by learning how to make string art in the shape of a heart. 
All materials are provided. Registration is limited to 20 adults.
Toddler storytime for children two and three years old accompanied by a parent or caregiver. This program is designed to help chldren develop listening skills. This is a drop-in program, limited to 20 children.
Romper Rhymes is a language enrichment program in which nursery rhymes, songs, and fingerplays are shared with babies and their parents or caregivers. Storytime is followed by a brief play session with age-appropriate toys. Registration is required. Registration is for a six session period.
Budding Readers is designed to prepare toddlers and their parents or caregivers for Time for Twos storytime. The program includes stories and nursery rhymes, fingerplays, flannel board stories, baby sign language, and music. Registration is required. Registration is for a six session period.
Join us for a themed storytime the first Thursday of every month at Stratford Square Mall (meet in the Lower Level Café Court near the center of the mall) and receive a treat for being a good listener! All ages welcome; caregivers must remain with their children.
152 Stratford Dr, Bloomingdale, IL 60108
Stop by the Youth Services department anytime between 3:00-8:00 p.m. to make a fun craft.
Looking for someplace to run your D&D campaign? Grab your twenty-sided die and embark on an adventure. We'll provide the space and the snacks, you provide the imagination! Newbies and long-time players are welcome. Ages 13 & up. Drop-In - No Registration Required
Come for a lively discussion of great works! We discuss a variety of relatively short pieces including short stories, plays, poems, essays, and philosophy. The club meets on the first Thursday of every month from 7:30-8:45 p.m. For upcoming selections, please check the Great Books Discussion Group page.
Family Storytime is designed to serve families of babies, toddlers, and/or preschoolers who want to attend morning storytime together. Children will enjoy a variety of books, flannel stories, musical activities, and/or puppets, along with a simple craft. No registration is required.
A time at the library for special needs children filled with stories, songs, games, sensory stations and more. Please email us at bdys@mybpl.org if your child has special needs and interests that we would need to know in order to serve them better. This will be a new monthly program.
It’s crafting Time! Stop in anytime between 2-4 p.m. and make a fun Valentine’s day craft!
Enjoy a special themed storytime and nibble on some yummy cookies and milk from Panera. All Ages 9:30 – 10:15 a.m.
Location: Panera Bread, 370 W. Army Trail Road, Bloomingdale, IL 60108
Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead *R* (Ages K-2)
Mondays, February 11, February 25, March 11,
4:15-5:00 p.m.
Each month we will cover a STEAM subject while incorporating fundamental skills of reading, writing, computation, coding and problem solving. Please register for each class.
This class will teach students how to use many of the resources available online for travelers. Ways to save money as well as learning about your destination and avoiding unfortunate mistakes will be discussed. It’s also a fun way to learn about using forums, online review sites, and other Web 2.0 technology for a practical purpose
No more diapers, it’s time to use the potty! Toddlers of all stages of potty training are invited to a party with stories and songs to encourage and motivate potty training.
Socialize with fellow seniors at the library. Members discuss relevant topics, have a light snack, and play cards.
This unique storytime helps children learn about money and savings. Presented by State of Illinois.
Inside us is an energy that can make us whole, physically, mentally, and spiritually. By learning to meditate accurately, we tap into this energy and heal our physical illnesses and emotional stress. In this practical workshop, Dr. Tim Fior will clarify the many benefits of meditation as described in the medical research literature, and will give every participant a personal, instructed demonstration of meditation.
Join us for our second annual Cupacake War contest! Show off your decorating skills by frosting the perfect cupcake. Bring in your own unfrosted cupcakes or use the ones we provide. Toppings and frosting will also be provided. Prizes will be awarded to the most creative and tastiest looking cupcakes!
Join us for a parade of fun! We will explore the world of sound using an array of musical instruments. Thursdays, February 14, February 21 and February 28 10:00-10:30 a.m.
Meet and chat with other homeschooling and unschooling families—discover new resources, learn about ways the Library can support your curriculum, and share ideas for improving your family’s homeschool experience.
Drop-in, no registration required
Join us for an afternoon of Scrabble! The library will provide Scrabble boards and dictionaries, as well as snacks and beverages. Whether you play for fun or for the challenge, all skill levels are welcome. Come enjoy some classic wordplay!
The library received an exciting collection of Little Bits! These toys make building and inventing electronic gadgets for kids fun and easy. Join us as we talk about the basics and start building a gadget. Provided through a generous donation from the Friends of the Library.
Join other teens for gaming on our big screens or a tabletop! Have a dance-off using our Kinect, start your own Rock Band, race in Mario Kart 8, battle in Super Smash Bros., or discover your new favorite tabletop or board game!
Students will learn basic skills for working with pictures using the popular and free GIMP tool. Saving, copying, and attaching files, saving pictures off the web, low level photo editing & cropping, creating and viewing slideshows, and more.
Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, which occupies some 5 square miles on the Mississippi River floodplain opposite St. Louis, Missouri, near Cahokia and Collinsville, southwestern Illinois, used to be a major Native American city. What happened to the large population that once lived there and what clues have been uncovered in its iconic earthen mounds? Join us for a lecture by Dr. John Staeck, professor of anthropology at the College of DuPage to find out more about this historic Native American site and the people who built it.
The Monday Night Page Turners book discussion group is open to everyone and welcomes new members! We meet on the third Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m., except in August and December. We discuss a mix of contemporary and classic fiction and nonfiction, and copies of our monthly selection are available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.
Location: Group Study Room
Build with LEGOs and build your child’s school readiness too! Come to the library for stories, learning and fun. Each program has a different theme and learning objective like numbers, colors, or letters.
Rick Graffagna of Senior Solutions will be here to teach us about different options when it comes to senior housing:
- Types of senior housing
- Things to consider when looking
- Funding for senior housing
- How to find senior properties
Popcorn and refreshments will be provided and enter for a chance to win this month's movie on DVD - you must be present to win!
Brighten up your room with a cusom light bulb! Paint fun designs on a light bulb and watch as your art is projected onto the walls.
The Great Decisions discussion program is a civic education program administered and produced by the Foreign Policy Association. In preparation for the discussion, participants read the relevant chapter on a particular foreign policy issue in the Great Decisions briefing book that will be available for check out. A short DVD will be shown followed by a moderated discussion among the participants.
Join us for a parade of fun! We will explore the world of sound using an array of musical instruments. Thursdays, February 14, February 21 and February 28 10:00-10:30 a.m.
The new LEGO movie is out and we want to celebrate with all things bricks.
This is a service organization which provides senior assistance, smoke alarm battery replacement, disposes of flags and honor guard. Meetings are on the third Thursday of every month at the Bloomingdale Public Library. Website: www.vfw7539.org
Become more comfortable working with Apps, the touchscreen interface, and navigating the settings and tools that can make your iPad, Android, Kindle or other app as fun and useful as possible.
Do you love to make some noise? Each week we will make a fun musical instrument and then have some fun wiggling and giggling to our favorite songs. Friday, February 22 10:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Stressing about taking the SAT? Take a full-length practice test to ward off test day jitters and see how you may score on the big test. Experience first-hand what test day will be like! A representative from C2 Education will provide a proctored practice test and contact you with scores and analyzed results. Don't forget to bring a couple of pencils, your calculator, and a snack to eat!
The Northern Illinois LEGO® Train Club will exhibit a one-of-a-kind LEGO® train display here at BPL, free to the public this weekend! LEGO lovers of all ages will be amazed as custom LEGO® trains whizz past cities and towns all made out of LEGO® bricks! There will be plenty of pop culture references, scenes out of your favorite movies, and thousands of LEGO Minifigures creating all sorts of havoc throughout the display. Be sure to look for the little vignettes – some hidden - that guarantee big laughs from all. If you have a LEGO enthusiast in your family, this family friendly program is one that you don’t want to miss! See you there!
All Ages, Drop-In
As part of the weekend’s activities kids can explore their own creativity with the Library’s Legos!
As part of the weekend’s activities kids can explore their own creativity with the Library’s Legos!
The Northern Illinois LEGO® Train Club will exhibit a one-of-a-kind LEGO® train display here at BPL, free to the public this weekend! LEGO lovers of all ages will be amazed as custom LEGO® trains whizz past cities and towns all made out of LEGO® bricks! There will be plenty of pop culture references, scenes out of your favorite movies, and thousands of LEGO Minifigures creating all sorts of havoc throughout the display. Be sure to look for the little vignettes – some hidden - that guarantee big laughs from all. If you have a LEGO enthusiast in your family, this family friendly program is one that you don’t want to miss! See you there!
All Ages, Drop-In
This is a special art class just for toddlers and parents. Little fingers will experiment with painting, gluing, sticking and creating, while developing fine motor skills.
Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead *R*
(Gr K - 2)
Mondays, February 11, February 25, March 11,
4:15-5:00 p.m.
Each month we will cover a STEAM subject while incorporating fundamental skills of reading, writing, computation, coding and problem solving. Please register for each class.
In this class students will learn to create and edit dynamic formulas using tools like logical (IF) functions, arrays, conditional formatting, data validation, and more.
Are you curious about 3D printing? Do you want to learn how to create your own designs and print them out? Teens are welcome to join us for an Introduction to 3D printing class, where we will create our own Tinkercad accounts, learn the basics of 3D Printing and design, and even get to see the 3D Printer in action. No experience is necessary!
Join us for a parade of fun! We will explore the world of sound using an array of musical instruments. Thursdays, February 14, February 21 and February 28 10:00-10:30 a.m.
Join other teens for gaming on our big screens or a tabletop! Have a dance-off using our Kinect, start your own Rock Band, race in Mario Kart 8, battle in Super Smash Bros., or discover your new favorite tabletop or board game!
Genealogy Club meets on the fourth Thursday of the month (except in November and December) from 6:30 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. A Local History librarian provides internet and archival genealogy instruction and research support. Members share ideas and meet other researchers, receive help with research questions and brick wall dilemmas, and share genealogy finds. Use of the genealogy collection in the Local History Department and individual help and instruction is also available.
Tai Chi is postponed until further notice. If you would like to attend Bob's Thursday morning classes at the Bloomingdale Senior Center, please contact them at (630) 529-7794.
Join us at the library for an hour of Tai Chi, which is all about slow movement, meditation, breathing and balance. Bob Plucinsky is an instructor of Tai Chi and Qi Gong from the Bloomingdale Township Senior Center. He has a B.S. in Physical Education and a M.S. in Health Education.
Happy Books Happy Cooks
A storytime for all the budding chefs out there! Join in for a themed food craft followed by stories and a game. Registration is for a six session period. Please notify Youth Services if your child has any dietary restrictions. No class the last week of March. Registration is required
Enjoy an evening traveling through the culinary world of Cajun / New Orleans cuisine. Recipes range from Gumbo, Red Beans & Rice, Cajun Corn Pudding, and finally we will finish with a great dessert. Learn the recipes as well as some methods & techniques in preparing them.
This class provides basic knowledge of the parts that make up a computer and how to go about upgrading, repairing and maintaining them.
The Historical Book Discussion Group meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 10:00 a.m. Books are selected on topics of American history from pre-Revolutionary War to current time including biographies, history books, historical fiction and classics. Copies of the selections are available at the Circulation Desk.
This is a storytime with music, movement, activities, and crafts for the preschool age child. In order to foster the child’s independence and emerging listening skills, caregivers and siblings are asked to remain outside the program during storytime. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
A friendly introduction to computer topics aimed at senior citizens. Lots of guided hands on practice and time for questions. In this session we’ll learn about word processing and the basics of dealing with Windows.
We all have a novel inside of us. It’s that story burning to be told. Local author William Hazelgrove is here to share the secrets and methods on how to get started on that idea and keep at it through the first draft and subsequent revisions. He also covers the “ins-and-outs” of getting published, sharing stories of paperback auctions, movie options and his first big contract.
Toddler storytime for children two and three years old accompanied by a parent or caregiver. This program is designed to help chldren develop listening skills. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Make bubbly play-dough, jiggly jelly soap, and more, just like you see in fancy shops in the mall!
Create a custom tote bag! Choose an image, cut it out using our vinyl machine, and iron it on to make a completely unique bag!
Romper Rhymes is a language enrichment program in which nursery rhymes, songs, and fingerplays are shared with babies and their parents or caregivers. Storytime is followed by a brief play session with age-appropriate toys. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Budding Readers is designed to prepare toddlers and their parents or caregivers for Time for Twos storytime. The program includes stories and nursery rhymes, fingerplays, flannel board stories, baby sign language, and music. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Join us for a themed storytime the first Thursday of every month at Stratford Square Mall (meet in the Lower Level Café Court near the center of the mall) and receive a treat for being a good listener! All ages welcome; caregivers must remain with their children.
152 Stratford Dr, Bloomingdale, IL 60108
Stop by the Youth Services department anytime between 3:00-8:00 p.m. to make a fun craft.
Looking for someplace to run your D&D campaign? Grab your twenty-sided die and embark on an adventure. We'll provide the space and the snacks, you provide the imagination! Newbies and long-time players are welcome. Ages 13 & up. Drop-In - No Registration Required
This class will give students a clearer understanding of the terms, features, and reviews associated with digital cameras as well as thoroughly covering taking, transferring, and printing pictures. They will also learn techniques for improving on their photography. Students are welcome to bring their own cameras to class to personalize the lessons learned.
Come for a lively discussion of great works! We discuss a variety of relatively short pieces including short stories, plays, poems, essays, and philosophy. The club meets on the first Thursday of every month from 7:30-8:45 p.m. For upcoming selections, please check the Great Books Discussion Group page.
Family Storytime is designed to serve families of babies, toddlers, and/or preschoolers who want to attend morning storytime together. Children will enjoy a variety of books, flannel stories, musical activities, and/or puppets, along with a simple craft. No registration is required.
A time at the library for special needs children filled with stories, songs, games, sensory stations and more. Please email us at bdys@mybpl.org if your child has special needs and interests that we would need to know in order to serve them better.
Each month we will cover a STEAM subject while incorporating fundamental skills of reading, writing, computation, coding and problem solving. Please register for each class. Mondays, February 11, February 25, March 11, 4:15-5:00 p.m.
Happy Books Happy Cooks
A storytime for all the budding chefs out there! Join in for a themed food craft followed by stories and a game. Registration is for a six session period. Please notify Youth Services if your child has any dietary restrictions. No class the last week of March. Registration is required
Want to crop, connect, change the audio for, and otherwise sharpen up your videos before posting them on social media or sharing them with friends and family? Students will learn how to use desktop applications and phone apps for easy video editing and improvement.
This is a storytime with music, movement, activities, and crafts for the preschool age child. In order to foster the child’s independence and emerging listening skills, caregivers and siblings are asked to remain outside the program during storytime. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Socialize with fellow seniors at the library. Members discuss relevant topics, have a light snack, and play cards.
A friendly introduction to computer topics aimed at senior citizens. Lots of guided hands on practice and time for questions. In this session we’ll talk about Internet topics. Browsing the web, email questions and concerns, how the cloud works and how to avoid viruses.
Skip Gonsoulin, Senior Community Relations Liaison for the Illinois State Office of the Attorney General, will be here to teach us how to avoid the latest scams and prevent identity fraud.
Toddler storytime for children two and three years old accompanied by a parent or caregiver. This program is designed to help chldren develop listening skills. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Join us as we watch The Hate U Give. You can even enter for a chance to win the movie! Movie giveaway will be held following the conclusion of the movie and you must be present to win.
Romper Rhymes is a language enrichment program in which nursery rhymes, songs, and fingerplays are shared with babies and their parents or caregivers. Storytime is followed by a brief play session with age-appropriate toys. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Budding Readers is designed to prepare toddlers and their parents or caregivers for Time for Twos storytime. The program includes stories and nursery rhymes, fingerplays, flannel board stories, baby sign language, and music. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Drop-in, no registration required
Join us for an afternoon of Scrabble! The library will provide Scrabble boards and dictionaries, as well as snacks and beverages. Whether you play for fun or for the challenge, all skill levels are welcome. Come enjoy some classic wordplay!
The library received an exciting collection of Little Bits! These toys make building and inventing electronic gadgets for kids fun and easy. Join us as we talk about the basics and start building a gadget. Provided through a generous donation from the Friends of the Library.
Join other teens for gaming on our big screens or a tabletop! Have a dance-off using our Kinect, start your own Rock Band, race in Mario Kart 8, battle in Super Smash Bros., or discover your new favorite tabletop or board game!
In this class students will first learn how to design and edit resumes in MS Word. Then they will go on to creating accounts on and perform searches with job finding sites online like LinkedIn, Hotjobs, and Monster.
Family Storytime is designed to serve families of babies, toddlers, and/or preschoolers who want to attend morning storytime together. Children will enjoy a variety of books, flannel stories, musical activities, and/or puppets, along with a simple craft. No registration is required.
Happy Books Happy Cooks
A storytime for all the budding chefs out there! Join in for a themed food craft followed by stories and a game. Registration is for a six session period. Please notify Youth Services if your child has any dietary restrictions. No class the last week of March. Registration is required
The Monday Night Page Turners book discussion group is open to everyone and welcomes new members! We meet on the third Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m., except in August and December. We discuss a mix of contemporary and classic fiction and nonfiction, and copies of our monthly selection are available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.
Location: Group Study Room
This is a storytime with music, movement, activities, and crafts for the preschool age child. In order to foster the child’s independence and emerging listening skills, caregivers and siblings are asked to remain outside the program during storytime. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
A friendly introduction to computer topics aimed at senior citizens. Lots of guided hands on practice and time for questions. In this session we’ll be learning about tablets and smart phones. Students will be provided iPads or they are welcome to work on their own devices.
Toddler storytime for children two and three years old accompanied by a parent or caregiver. This program is designed to help chldren develop listening skills. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Make your own special nightlight with markers, lights, and fantastic details. (sharpies, plastic cups, tealights)
The Great Decisions discussion program is a civic education program administered and produced by the Foreign Policy Association. In preparation for the discussion, participants read the relevant chapter on a particular foreign policy issue in the Great Decisions briefing book that will be available for check out. A short DVD will be shown followed by a moderated discussion among the participants.
Romper Rhymes is a language enrichment program in which nursery rhymes, songs, and fingerplays are shared with babies and their parents or caregivers. Storytime is followed by a brief play session with age-appropriate toys. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Budding Readers is designed to prepare toddlers and their parents or caregivers for Time for Twos storytime. The program includes stories and nursery rhymes, fingerplays, flannel board stories, baby sign language, and music. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Make your voices heard! Join us monthly to meet over pizza to help plan programs for teens, make decisions for the library’s teen space, play games, promote the library, earn volunteer hours, and more!
Learn the basics of this versatile and popular programming language.
Family Storytime is designed to serve families of babies, toddlers, and/or preschoolers who want to attend morning storytime together. Children will enjoy a variety of books, flannel stories, musical activities, and/or puppets, along with a simple craft. No registration is required.
Bring a blanket and your imagination! Build a cool fort with friends, then cozy up with a snack and your favorite books.
Roll back your sleeves and create your own sponge paint scene. We'll provide the sponges and paint, you bring the creativity! Dress for mess.
Drop-in anytime to take your fuse bead designs to the next level with intricate templates and stunning designs!
Are you curious about 3D printing? Do you want to learn how to create your own designs and print them out? Teens are welcome to join us for an Introduction to 3D printing class, where we will create our own Tinkercad accounts, learn the basics of 3D Printing and design, and even get to see the 3D Printer in action. No experience is necessary!
Enjoy the matinee with some popcorn! Children 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Movie to be announced in March.
Join other teens for gaming on our big screens or a tabletop! Have a dance-off using our Kinect, start your own Rock Band, race in Mario Kart 8, battle in Super Smash Bros., or discover your new favorite tabletop or board game!
Genealogy Club meets on the fourth Thursday of the month (except in November and December) from 6:30 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. A Local History librarian provides internet and archival genealogy instruction and research support. Members share ideas and meet other researchers, receive help with research questions and brick wall dilemmas, and share genealogy finds. Use of the genealogy collection in the Local History Department and individual help and instruction is also available.
Meet me at the movies to watch Captain Marvel. Movie tickets and snacks will be provided. We will meet at The Picture Show, 324 Army Trail Rd, Bloomingdale, IL 60108. Meeting time is TBA. Limit 10.
Happy Books Happy Cooks
A storytime for all the budding chefs out there! Join in for a themed food craft followed by stories and a game. Registration is for a six session period. Please notify Youth Services if your child has any dietary restrictions. No class the last week of March. Registration is required
The Historical Book Discussion Group meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 10:00 a.m. Books are selected on topics of American history from pre-Revolutionary War to current time including biographies, history books, historical fiction and classics. Copies of the selections are available at the Circulation Desk.
This is a storytime with music, movement, activities, and crafts for the preschool age child. In order to foster the child’s independence and emerging listening skills, caregivers and siblings are asked to remain outside the program during storytime. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Toddler storytime for children two and three years old accompanied by a parent or caregiver. This program is designed to help chldren develop listening skills. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Choose for a variety of different candies to make a colorful and sweet kebab creation!
Romper Rhymes is a language enrichment program in which nursery rhymes, songs, and fingerplays are shared with babies and their parents or caregivers. Storytime is followed by a brief play session with age-appropriate toys. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Budding Readers is designed to prepare toddlers and their parents or caregivers for Time for Twos storytime. The program includes stories and nursery rhymes, fingerplays, flannel board stories, baby sign language, and music. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Join us for a themed storytime the first Thursday of every month at Stratford Square Mall (meet in the Lower Level Café Court near the center of the mall) and receive a treat for being a good listener! All ages welcome; caregivers must remain with their children.
152 Stratford Dr, Bloomingdale, IL 60108
Stop by the Youth Services department anytime between 3:00-8:00 p.m. to make a fun craft.
Looking for someplace to run your D&D campaign? Grab your twenty-sided die and embark on an adventure. We'll provide the space and the snacks, you provide the imagination! Newbies and long-time players are welcome. Ages 13 & up. Drop-In - No Registration Required
Come for a lively discussion of great works! We discuss a variety of relatively short pieces including short stories, plays, poems, essays, and philosophy. The club meets on the first Thursday of every month from 7:30-8:45 p.m. For upcoming selections, please check the Great Books Discussion Group page.
Join us at the library for an hour of Tai Chi, which is all about slow movement, meditation, breathing and balance. Bob Plucinsky is an instructor of Tai Chi and Qi Gong from the Bloomingdale Township Senior Center. He has a B.S. in Physical Education and a M.S. in Health Education.
Family Storytime is designed to serve families of babies, toddlers, and/or preschoolers who want to attend morning storytime together. Children will enjoy a variety of books, flannel stories, musical activities, and/or puppets, along with a simple craft. No registration is required.
Happy Books Happy Cooks
A storytime for all the budding chefs out there! Join in for a themed food craft followed by stories and a game. Registration is for a six session period. Please notify Youth Services if your child has any dietary restrictions. No class the last week of March. Registration is required
This is a storytime with music, movement, activities, and crafts for the preschool age child. In order to foster the child’s independence and emerging listening skills, caregivers and siblings are asked to remain outside the program during storytime. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Socialize with fellow seniors at the library. Members discuss relevant topics, have a light snack, and play cards.
This demonstration, presented by Platt Hill Nursery, will cover the basics of organic container gardening with vegetables. Plant and container selection, soil amendments, fertilization, as well as trouble shooting will be discussed.
Toddler storytime for children two and three years old accompanied by a parent or caregiver. This program is designed to help chldren develop listening skills. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Romper Rhymes is a language enrichment program in which nursery rhymes, songs, and fingerplays are shared with babies and their parents or caregivers. Storytime is followed by a brief play session with age-appropriate toys. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Budding Readers is designed to prepare toddlers and their parents or caregivers for Time for Twos storytime. The program includes stories and nursery rhymes, fingerplays, flannel board stories, baby sign language, and music. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Join other teens for gaming on our big screens or a tabletop! Have a dance-off using our Kinect, start your own Rock Band, race in Mario Kart 8, battle in Super Smash Bros., or discover your new favorite tabletop or board game!
Family Storytime is designed to serve families of babies, toddlers, and/or preschoolers who want to attend morning storytime together. Children will enjoy a variety of books, flannel stories, musical activities, and/or puppets, along with a simple craft. No registration is required.
Serving as the 40th Mayor of Chicago from April 1979 to April 1983, Byrne made history as the first female ever to be the Mayor of Chicago and the first female to hold the position of Mayor in the second largest city in the United States.
Historian Jim Gibbons will discuss the life of Jane Byrne, the impact she had on the City of Chicago and Navy Pier then and how it affects us today. Gibbons will explain how Byrne with her spunky, educated, and often bold personality, did not just act as Mayor, but was greatly involved with the city’s citizens and much needed causes. Under Byrne’s guidance, the Taste of Chicago began in the summer of 1980. She also met with actor John Belushi to discuss the filming of “The Blues Brothers” in Chicago. Also, to bring attention to the issues affecting the area of Cabrini-Green, Byrne and her husband moved into apartments in Cabrini-Green for 25 days. Byrne not only left a legacy for the city, she was an inspiration to many for years to come. In her honor, Chicago named one of its interchanges, the Jane Byrne Interchange.
Happy Books Happy Cooks
A storytime for all the budding chefs out there! Join in for a themed food craft followed by stories and a game. Registration is for a six session period. Please notify Youth Services if your child has any dietary restrictions. No class the last week of March. Registration is required
The Monday Night Page Turners book discussion group is open to everyone and welcomes new members! We meet on the third Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m., except in August and December. We discuss a mix of contemporary and classic fiction and nonfiction, and copies of our monthly selection are available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.
Location: Group Study Room
This is a storytime with music, movement, activities, and crafts for the preschool age child. In order to foster the child’s independence and emerging listening skills, caregivers and siblings are asked to remain outside the program during storytime. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Marc Bermann, Foster Care Recruiter/Trainer from Jewish Child and Family Services is here to lead an informal discussion on “The Challenges and Rewards of Foster Parenting Children and Youth with Special Needs,” which is a free program, offered as part of their agency’s community outreach efforts to educate the public about the child welfare system.
Toddler storytime for children two and three years old accompanied by a parent or caregiver. This program is designed to help chldren develop listening skills. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Join us as we watch Bumblebee. You can even enter for a chance to win the movie! Movie giveaway will be held following the conclusion of the movie and you must be present to win.
The Great Decisions discussion program is a civic education program administered and produced by the Foreign Policy Association. In preparation for the discussion, participants read the relevant chapter on a particular foreign policy issue in the Great Decisions briefing book that will be available for check out. A short DVD will be shown followed by a moderated discussion among the participants.
Romper Rhymes is a language enrichment program in which nursery rhymes, songs, and fingerplays are shared with babies and their parents or caregivers. Storytime is followed by a brief play session with age-appropriate toys. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
Budding Readers is designed to prepare toddlers and their parents or caregivers for Time for Twos storytime. The program includes stories and nursery rhymes, fingerplays, flannel board stories, baby sign language, and music. Registration is required. No class last week of March.
This is a service organization which provides senior assistance, smoke alarm battery replacement, disposes of flags and honor guard. Meetings are on the third Thursday of every month at the Bloomingdale Public Library. Website: www.vfw7539.org
Family Storytime is designed to serve families of babies, toddlers, and/or preschoolers who want to attend morning storytime together. Children will enjoy a variety of books, flannel stories, musical activities, and/or puppets, along with a simple craft. No registration is required.
Many services are available when the library is closed: online services
Money Smart Week - presented by the Law Office of John Pankau
We will discuss the necessary steps to take in order to incorporate digital assets into your estate plan including but not limited to Wills, Trusts and Powers of Attorney.
You can’t read the news without seeing the hype about Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Is this the first wave of the cashless future or just another overhyped technology? One thing is for sure: there’s a lot of money riding on its success.
Christopher Robin
A working-class family man, Christopher Robin, encounters his childhood friend Winnie-the-Pooh, who helps him to rediscover the joys of life.
Popcorn and refreshments will be provided and enter for a chance to win this month's movie on DVD - you must be present to win!
Are you curious about 3D printing? Do you want to learn how to create your own designs and print them out? Teens are welcome to join us for an Introduction to 3D printing class, where we will create our own Tinkercad accounts, learn the basics of 3D Printing and design, and even get to see the 3D Printer in action. No experience is necessary!
A non-profit organization that supports the efforts of the Library.
Join other teens for gaming on our big screens or a tabletop! Have a dance-off using our Kinect, start your own Rock Band, race in Mario Kart 8, battle in Super Smash Bros., or discover your new favorite tabletop or board game!
Genealogy Club meets on the fourth Thursday of the month (except in November and December) from 6:30 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. A Local History librarian provides internet and archival genealogy instruction and research support. Members share ideas and meet other researchers, receive help with research questions and brick wall dilemmas, and share genealogy finds. Use of the genealogy collection in the Local History Department and individual help and instruction is also available.
Join us for a themed storytime the first Thursday of every month at Stratford Square Mall (meet in the Lower Level Café Court near the center of the mall) and receive a treat for being a good listener! All ages welcome; caregivers must remain with their children.
152 Stratford Dr, Bloomingdale, IL 60108
Stop by the Youth Services department anytime between 3:00-8:00 p.m. to make a fun craft.
Looking for someplace to run your D&D campaign? Grab your twenty-sided die and embark on an adventure. We'll provide the space and the snacks, you provide the imagination! Newbies and long-time players are welcome. Ages 13 & up. Drop-In - No Registration Required
Come for a lively discussion of great works! We discuss a variety of relatively short pieces including short stories, plays, poems, essays, and philosophy. The club meets on the first Thursday of every month from 7:30-8:45 p.m. For upcoming selections, please check the Great Books Discussion Group page.
Join us at the library for an hour of Tai Chi, which is all about slow movement, meditation, breathing and balance. Bob Plucinsky is an instructor of Tai Chi and Qi Gong from the Bloomingdale Township Senior Center. He has a B.S. in Physical Education and a M.S. in Health Education.
Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at the library! Create super crafts, come in costume/cosplay for our green screen photo booth, and pick up some free comics (3 per person, while supplies last)!
Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at the library! Create super crafts, come in costume/cosplay for our green screen photo booth, and pick up some free comics (3 per person, while supplies last)!
What are your old coins, gold and silver jewelry worth? Dave Ekstrom, a lifelong coin collector, member of the American Numismatic Association and retired school teacher will offer a presentation on coin collecting and gold and silver values. You will also have an opportunity to have your coins and gold or silver items appraised for free after the presentation (this does not include precious stones).
The Historical Book Discussion Group meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 10:00 a.m. Books are selected on topics of American history from pre-Revolutionary War to current time including biographies, history books, historical fiction and classics. Copies of the selections are available at the Circulation Desk.
Author talk by William Hazelgrove
Make two different kinds of stress balls using water beads and flour.
Join other teens for gaming on our big screens or a tabletop! Have a dance-off using our Kinect, start your own Rock Band, race in Mario Kart 8, battle in Super Smash Bros., or discover your new favorite tabletop or board game!
May is National Stroke Awareness Month, an observance that highlights the importance of knowing the signs and symptoms of stroke and encourages persons to act FAST (Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 9–1–1) if someone is having a stroke.
It is estimated that 80% of strokes are preventable. This program explains the common stroke risk factors and how to manage them, how to recognize the signs and symptoms of someone having a stroke, and the medical treatment options available for those that experience stroke.
Presented by the Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital
Socialize with fellow seniors at the library. Members discuss relevant topics, have a light snack, and play cards.
In recognition of the 500th anniversary of the death of Leonardo da Vinci, art historian Jeff Mishur discusses works of art attributed to this Renaissance master. Mishur focuses on Leonardo's innovative approach to painting and how he helped establish the Italian Renaissance as a distinct period in the history of art. Works discussed include The Last Supper and Mona Lisa, among others. Mishur is the co-owner of Art Excursions, a business providing private guiding, small group tours, travel consulting and lectures on various topics. Art Excursions has been in business for over 20 years. The company was named best boutique private art guide by the Wall Street Journal. Mishur holds an M.A. and a B.A. in the history of art from Northern Illinois University.
Create a unique marble mug using nail polish and water!
The Great Decisions discussion program is a civic education program administered and produced by the Foreign Policy Association. In preparation for the discussion, participants read the relevant chapter on a particular foreign policy issue in the Great Decisions briefing book that will be available for check out. A short DVD will be shown followed by a moderated discussion among the participants.
This is a service organization which provides senior assistance, smoke alarm battery replacement, disposes of flags and honor guard. Meetings are on the third Thursday of every month at the Bloomingdale Public Library. Website: www.vfw7539.org
Make your voices heard! Join us monthly to meet over pizza to help plan programs for teens, make decisions for the library’s teen space, play games, promote the library, earn volunteer hours, and more!
Many services are available when the library is closed: online services
The Monday Night Page Turners book discussion group is open to everyone and welcomes new members! We meet on the third Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m., except in August and December. We discuss a mix of contemporary and classic fiction and nonfiction, and copies of our monthly selection are available for checkout at the Circulation Desk.
Location: Group Study Room
During World War II, American women took on many new roles, both in the military and as civilians. Beyond Rosie the Riveter and the Atomic Girls, women made incredible contributions to the war effort. One of the civilian avenues was through the American Red Cross Clubmobile program, which was essentially a mobile club, featuring doughnuts, coffee, and good old American girl-next-door friendliness, all served up at the front lines in Europe, Southeast Asia, India, and Australia - wherever the troops were to be found. Learn more about the Clubmobile program and all the ways in which American women helped win the war!
Are you curious about 3D printing? Do you want to learn how to create your own designs and print them out? Teens are welcome to join us for an Introduction to 3D printing class, where we will create our own Tinkercad accounts, learn the basics of 3D Printing and design, and even get to see the 3D Printer in action. No experience is necessary!
Join other teens for gaming on our big screens or a tabletop! Have a dance-off using our Kinect, start your own Rock Band, race in Mario Kart 8, battle in Super Smash Bros., or discover your new favorite tabletop or board game!
Genealogy Club meets on the fourth Thursday of the month (except in November and December) from 6:30 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. A Local History librarian provides internet and archival genealogy instruction and research support. Members share ideas and meet other researchers, receive help with research questions and brick wall dilemmas, and share genealogy finds. Use of the genealogy collection in the Local History Department and individual help and instruction is also available.
Many services are available when the library is closed: online services
Many services are available when the library is closed: online services
Many services are available when the library is closed: online services
The Historical Book Discussion Group meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 10:00 a.m. Books are selected on topics of American history from pre-Revolutionary War to current time including biographies, history books, historical fiction and classics. Copies of the selections are available at the Circulation Desk.
In Detroit in the 1960's Motown Records produced hits as efficiently as the Ford Motor Company produced automobiles - 110 Top Ten hits to be exact! It was the "Sound of Young America" sung by performers like The Supremes, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder. Using audio and visual content we'll trace the amazing musical journey from the power soul of "Dancing In The Streets" and "I Heard It Through The Grapevine" to the psychedelic soul of "Cloud Nine" and "What's Going On" to the pop soul of The Jackson 5. Timeless music that moved us then and moves us now.
Capture the magical feeling of fairies by creating a glowing fairy jar!
Looking for someplace to run your D&D campaign? Grab your twenty-sided die and embark on an adventure. We'll provide the space and the snacks, you provide the imagination! Newbies and long-time players are welcome. Ages 13 & up. Drop-In - No Registration Required
Come for a lively discussion of great works! We discuss a variety of relatively short pieces including short stories, plays, poems, essays, and philosophy. The club meets on the first Thursday of every month from 7:30-8:45 p.m. For upcoming selections, please check the Great Books Discussion Group page.
Join us at the library for an hour of Tai Chi, which is all about slow movement, meditation, breathing and balance. Bob Plucinsky is an instructor of Tai Chi and Qi Gong from the Bloomingdale Township Senior Center. He has a B.S. in Physical Education and a M.S. in Health Education.
Many services are available when the library is closed: online services
Socialize with fellow seniors at the library. Members discuss relevant topics, have a light snack, and play cards.
Create a funky looking wooden bangle bracelet by decorating it with washi tape!
Join other teens for gaming on our big screens or a tabletop! Have a dance-off using our Kinect, start your own Rock Band, race in Mario Kart 8, battle in Super Smash Bros., or discover your new favorite tabletop or board game!
Many services are available when the library is closed: online services
This June marks the 50th anniversary of Judy Garland's death in 1969, and as tribute to this Hollywood legend, historian Jim Gibbons will be here to discuss her beautiful yet tragic life.