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Event List

Featured Events

children viewing computer screen

Winter Break Coding Camp! Day 2

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Program Type:

Computer Classes

Age Group:

Children, Teens
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn computer programming in a fun, easy to grasp, environment. Kids grades 3-6 will use Scratch to make basic animations and a playable game in just a couple sessions.

writing notebook

Writer's Workshop

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Program Type:

Crafts

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Writer’s Workshop (Registration Required)  

Grades 3-6

Tuesday, December 30 | 2:00-3:00 p.m. 

Express yourself through writing. Prompts, snacks, and journals will be provided.

Dog Man character

Interactive Movie: DOG MAN

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Program Type:

Movies

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Interactive Movie: DOG MAN (Drop-In)

Families

Friday, January 2 | 2:00-4:00 p.m. 

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Mindful Skills: Vision Boards

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Program Type:

Crafts, Lectures

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

What is your vision for 2026? Create a vision board using scrapbook paper, magazines, pictures, and more!  All materials will be provided to plan the perfect 2026. Limit 12. 

analog media

Digitize Everything

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Program Type:

Computer Classes

Age Group:

Teens, Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Old pictures either printed or in 35mm? Old movies on VHS, DVD, or other formats? Old movies on cassette? It can all be converted to digital files at the library for free, learn how in this class.

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Age Group

Open Study Room

Friday, December 26, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Room C at Bloomingdale Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages

The Open Study Room is available for any patrons to use without reservations during the specified time frame.

Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

The Open Study Room is available for any patrons to use without reservations during the specified time frame.

Toddler Dance Party

Toddler Dance Party

Friday, December 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Room A/B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Concerts & Music
Age Group:
Babies, Children

Toddler Dance Party 

18 months to 36 months

Friday, December 26 | 10:30-11:15 a.m. 

Does your toddler love to move, groove, and wiggle? Join us for a morning of music and movement.

Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A/B
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Concerts & Music
Event Details:

Toddler Dance Party 

18 months to 36 months

Friday, December 26 | 10:30-11:15 a.m. 

Does your toddler love to move, groove, and wiggle? Join us for a morning of music and movement.

Open Study Room

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Room C at Bloomingdale Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages

The Open Study Room is available for any patrons to use without reservations during the specified time frame.

Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

The Open Study Room is available for any patrons to use without reservations during the specified time frame.

MAKERSPACE CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace Open Hours
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, All Ages

Limited Hours in December - MAKERSPACE CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Makerspace Open Hours
Event Details:

Limited Hours in December - MAKERSPACE CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS

children viewing computer screen

Winter Break Coding Camp! Day 2

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Room C at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Learn computer programming in a fun, easy to grasp, environment. Kids grades 3-6 will use Scratch to make basic animations and a playable game in just a couple sessions.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn computer programming in a fun, easy to grasp, environment. Kids grades 3-6 will use Scratch to make basic animations and a playable game in just a couple sessions.

Vitalant Blood Drive 1-4 p.m. (previously LifeSource)

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Room A/B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

-Community Group-Blood Drive is 1-4 p.m.Save lives by donating blood. https://www.vitalant.org/Locations in IL: https://www.vitalant.org/donate/locationsPlease note this event...

Room A/B
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room | Room Fee: $10 (Pay Cash or Check to Business Office): Room A/B
Purpose of Meeting

-Community Group-

Blood Drive is 1-4 p.m.

Save lives by donating blood. 

https://www.vitalant.org/

writing notebook

Writer's Workshop

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Writer’s Workshop (Registration Required)  

Grades 3-6

Tuesday, December 30 | 2:00-3:00 p.m. 

Express yourself through writing. Prompts, snacks, and journals will be provided.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Writer’s Workshop (Registration Required)  

Grades 3-6

Tuesday, December 30 | 2:00-3:00 p.m. 

Express yourself through writing. Prompts, snacks, and journals will be provided.

Holiday Closing: New Years

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
Bloomingdale Public Library

Online Services: Many services are available online when the library building is closed, including library card registration, eBooks and downloads, online learn...

Closing
Branches:
Bloomingdale Public Library
Description:

Online Services: Many services are available online when the library building is closed, including 

Paw Patrol Pup Bookmarks

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Room C/Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Paw Patrol Pup bookmarks (Drop-In)  

Families

Friday, January 2| 10:30-11:15 a.m. 

Create Paw patrol bookmarks!

Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C/Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Paw Patrol Pup bookmarks (Drop-In)  

Families

Friday, January 2| 10:30-11:15 a.m. 

Create Paw patrol bookmarks!

Dog Man character

Interactive Movie: DOG MAN

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Room A/B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Children

Interactive Movie: DOG MAN (Drop-In)

Families

Friday, January 2 | 2:00-4:00 p.m. 

Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Interactive Movie: DOG MAN (Drop-In)

Families

Friday, January 2 | 2:00-4:00 p.m. 

MAKERSPACE CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace Open Hours
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, All Ages

Limited Hours in December - MAKERSPACE CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Makerspace Open Hours
Event Details:

Limited Hours in December - MAKERSPACE CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS

a plain gift bag with tissue

Explorer Bags

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Crafts
Age Group:
Children

FILL OUT FORM BEFORE REGISTERING https://forms.office.com/r/n2Bs1qJeCF

Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Clubs, Crafts
Event Details:

FILL OUT FORM BEFORE REGISTERING https://forms.office.com/r/n2Bs1qJeCF

Disclaimer(s)

Please let us know of any allergies at the time of registration. 

Kitty Zen Garden

Teen Take & Make: Kitty Zen Garden

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Zen meets cats in this calming Zen garden miniature kit that includes everything you need to reach ultimate kitty enlightenment. Limit 12.

 

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Zen meets cats in this calming Zen garden miniature kit that includes everything you need to reach ultimate kitty enlightenment. Limit 12.

 

Preschool storyime monkey sitting on top of books

Preschool Storytime

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Room C/Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children

Storytime Sessions are back at Bloomingdale Public Library. Children of all ages can join us for a storytime.  The Youth Services department provides age-appropriate interactive fun with stories, sign language, music and more.

Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C/Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Storytime Sessions are back at Bloomingdale Public Library. Children of all ages can join us for a storytime.  The Youth Services department provides age-appropriate interactive fun with stories, sign language, music and more.

inspirational images

Mindful Skills: Vision Boards

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Room B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Lectures
Age Group:
Teens

What is your vision for 2026? Create a vision board using scrapbook paper, magazines, pictures, and more!  All materials will be provided to plan the perfect 2026. Limit 12. 

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

What is your vision for 2026? Create a vision board using scrapbook paper, magazines, pictures, and more!  All materials will be provided to plan the perfect 2026. Limit 12. 

Wording evening storytime Picture is boy reading on a moon

Evening Storytime- New Day of the Week

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Room A at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies, Children

Evening Storytime (Drop-In)

NEW DAY OF THE WEEK STARTING IN JANUARY!

6:00-6:30 p.m.

Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Evening Storytime (Drop-In)

NEW DAY OF THE WEEK STARTING IN JANUARY!

6:00-6:30 p.m.

3D printed luggage tag

BPL Makerspace Crafts: 3D Printed Luggage Tag

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Design a custom 3D printed luggage tag. Since 3D printing takes approximately 1 hour per luggage tag, staff will contact participants when their item is ready for pickup.

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Design a custom 3D printed luggage tag. Since 3D printing takes approximately 1 hour per luggage tag, staff will contact participants when their item is ready for pickup.

android phone

Using Android Phones

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Room C at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Have a new phone to explore? Learn how to install and manage your apps, customize your phone using settings changes and widget installations, take advantage of expandable storage, use google tools, and much more!

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have a new phone to explore? Learn how to install and manage your apps, customize your phone using settings changes and widget installations, take advantage of expandable storage, use google tools, and much more!

Historical Book Discussion

Historical Book Discussion

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Room C at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

The Historical Book Discussion Group meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m. Books are selected on topics of American History from pre-Revolutionary War to present time including biographies, non-fiction, and classics. Co

Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

The Historical Book Discussion Group meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m. Books are selected on topics of American History from pre-Revolutionary War to present time including biographies, non-fiction, and classics. Co

Lake Park Recreation & Leisure Title with people seated around a table playing a board game

Lake Park Recreation & Leisure

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Room A/B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Messy Fingers Ages 2-4 years

Messy Fingers

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Room C/Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Messy Fingers (Registration Required)

Ages 2-4

Tuesday, January 6 | 1:30 – 2:15 p.m. 

Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C/Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Messy Fingers (Registration Required)

Ages 2-4

Tuesday, January 6 | 1:30 – 2:15 p.m. 

Middle Grade Makers Grades 4-8

Middle Grade Makers

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Middle Grade Makers (Drop-In) 

Grades 4-8 

Thursday, December 9 & January 6 | 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. 

Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Middle Grade Makers (Drop-In) 

Grades 4-8 

Thursday, December 9 & January 6 | 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. 

A picture of a baby with the wording baby tales and Tunes

Baby Tales and Tunes

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Room A at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies, Children

Introduce your baby to the world of music, movement, rhymes, and books that will aid in the development of early literacy skills.

Baby Tales and Tunes is aimed at babies under 24 months. 

Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Introduce your baby to the world of music, movement, rhymes, and books that will aid in the development of early literacy skills.

Baby Tales and Tunes is aimed at babies under 24 months. 

picture of babies and a dragonfly

Come Together

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Room A/B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Age Group:
Babies, Children

Every Wednesday, meet and chat with other parents and caregivers while your child socializes and explores with hands-on toys. Weekly drop-in event for ages 0-24 months.

Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A/B
Age Group: Babies, Children
Event Details:

Every Wednesday, meet and chat with other parents and caregivers while your child socializes and explores with hands-on toys. Weekly drop-in event for ages 0-24 months.