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Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 9:30am - 4:00pm
Room A/B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors, All Ages

Join the Friends of the Library for our first BOOK SALE of 2025!

We'll have loads of books, DVDs, CDs, and more.

Check back as we get closer for more information:

Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Join the Friends of the Library for our first BOOK SALE of 2025!

We'll have loads of books, DVDs, CDs, and more.

Check back as we get closer for more information:

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

VIRTUAL: Exploring Greece

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Lectures, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Most American know more about ancient Greece than modern Greece. This presentation will look at Athens, the Greek islands, and the rural Peloponnese area.

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lectures, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Most American know more about ancient Greece than modern Greece. This presentation will look at Athens, the Greek islands, and the rural Peloponnese area.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Cricut Shirt Design

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Room C/Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Explore the Cricut Design Space process for heat transfer vinyl application. We will cover software setup, material options, and heat press usage. Note: Demo only, no in-class project.

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

Explore the Cricut Design Space process for heat transfer vinyl application. We will cover software setup, material options, and heat press usage. Note: Demo only, no in-class project.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Beginner's Internet Guide

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Room C at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

This class cover the basics of using the Internet learning how to browse, use search tools, and manage email and other accounts, while always focusing on security and minimizing risks. 

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

This class cover the basics of using the Internet learning how to browse, use search tools, and manage email and other accounts, while always focusing on security and minimizing risks. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Chef Maddox Presents: Cinco de Mayo

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Room A/B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Food, Lectures
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us on Cinco de Mayo to experience Mexican cuisine with Chef Maddox. This cooking demonstration is limited to 50 people. 

Registration begins on April 1st.

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Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Food, Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on Cinco de Mayo to experience Mexican cuisine with Chef Maddox. This cooking demonstration is limited to 50 people. 

Registration begins on April 1st.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Free Audiobooks, eBooks, & More

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Room C at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Looking for entertainment while driving, walking outside, or working around the house? Consider some of the free digital resources provided by the library.

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

Looking for entertainment while driving, walking outside, or working around the house? Consider some of the free digital resources provided by the library.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Virtual: Windows Accessibility Features

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Windows has many built-in accommodations for those with disabilities, like low vision or limited mobility.  In this class, we explore some of these features.

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

Windows has many built-in accommodations for those with disabilities, like low vision or limited mobility.  In this class, we explore some of these features.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Paul McCartney: The Solo Years (1970-1980)

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Room A/B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Lectures
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

No less than the Guinness Book of World Records has proclaimed that Paul McCartney is the Most Successful Composer and Recording Artist of All-Time!  The road he traveled to get there wasn’t easy.  Paul was devastated when The Beatles br

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A/B
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

No less than the Guinness Book of World Records has proclaimed that Paul McCartney is the Most Successful Composer and Recording Artist of All-Time!  The road he traveled to get there wasn’t easy.  Paul was devastated when The Beatles br

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Drop-In Movie: Wicked

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Room A/B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

The untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Elphaba, a young woman misunderstood because of her green skine who has yet to discover her true power, and Glinda, a popular young woman gilded by privelege who has yet to discover her true heart.

Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A/B
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

The untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Elphaba, a young woman misunderstood because of her green skine who has yet to discover her true power, and Glinda, a popular young woman gilded by privelege who has yet to discover her true heart.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

AI Tools 101

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Room A at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Learn the basics of working with free generative AI tools. Use AI tools to rewrite a paragraph, convert text to lifelike speech, create simple infographics, or transcribe audio to text.

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

Learn the basics of working with free generative AI tools. Use AI tools to rewrite a paragraph, convert text to lifelike speech, create simple infographics, or transcribe audio to text.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Office 365

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Room C at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Students new to Office 365 can learn how Microsoft’s cloud computing product works, both from a licensing perspective and day to day use, while becoming familiar with the advantages and disadvantages of working with OneDrive, SharePoint, and the o

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

Students new to Office 365 can learn how Microsoft’s cloud computing product works, both from a licensing perspective and day to day use, while becoming familiar with the advantages and disadvantages of working with OneDrive, SharePoint, and the o

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Medicare 101

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Room A/B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Lectures
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Is your 65th birthday approaching? Medicare Solutions Network will be presenting a free educational seminar to get you up to speed on what Medicare covers, what it doesn’t, and potential out of pocket exposure.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A/B
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

Is your 65th birthday approaching? Medicare Solutions Network will be presenting a free educational seminar to get you up to speed on what Medicare covers, what it doesn’t, and potential out of pocket exposure.

Closed Sundays From Memorial Day through Labor Day

All Day
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 

Holiday Closing: Memorial Day

All Day
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 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Python Programming 1

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Room C at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Learn to code in this popular, easy-to-learn programming language!  In this course, we learn to use variables and conditional statements to create a simple program.

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

Learn to code in this popular, easy-to-learn programming language!  In this course, we learn to use variables and conditional statements to create a simple program.

Closed Sundays From Memorial Day through Labor Day

All Day
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 

Closed Sundays From Memorial Day through Labor Day

All Day
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 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

iPhone Basics

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Room C at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Learn to download and run apps, organize your icons, configure your settings, find and use your pictures, play your music, synchronize your phone with other devices, and much more.

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

Learn to download and run apps, organize your icons, configure your settings, find and use your pictures, play your music, synchronize your phone with other devices, and much more.

Closed Sundays From Memorial Day through Labor Day

All Day
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 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

VIRTUAL - JAWS: The Story Behind the Story

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Lectures, Virtual
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

One of the greatest movies ever made, Jaws is a psychological thrill ride that changed the world. Come celebrate the 50th anniversary of this fun masterpiece as we share some funny and fascinating stories.

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Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lectures, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

One of the greatest movies ever made, Jaws is a psychological thrill ride that changed the world. Come celebrate the 50th anniversary of this fun masterpiece as we share some funny and fascinating stories.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Online Travel – Plan the Great Road Trip!

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Room C at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Learn how to use online travel resources such as apps, forums, and review sites for navigation, roadside attractions, hotel discounts, and parking. Find ways to save money, learn about your destination, and avoid unfortunate mistakes.

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

Learn how to use online travel resources such as apps, forums, and review sites for navigation, roadside attractions, hotel discounts, and parking. Find ways to save money, learn about your destination, and avoid unfortunate mistakes.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Seniors: Word Processing & Windows

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Room C at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Learn the basics of computer use and dealing with Windows.

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

Learn the basics of computer use and dealing with Windows.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

The History of Fleetwood Mac

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Room A/B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Lectures
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

This modest blues band launched in the mid-1960s, achieved monumental success in the mid-1970s and still makes headlines today. Using interview and performance video, we’ll trace the band’s career with a focus on their blockbuster album R

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A/B
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

This modest blues band launched in the mid-1960s, achieved monumental success in the mid-1970s and still makes headlines today. Using interview and performance video, we’ll trace the band’s career with a focus on their blockbuster album R

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Drop-In Movie: JAWS

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Room A/B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

JAWS

Wednesday, June 18

1:00-3:30pm

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

JAWS

Wednesday, June 18

1:00-3:30pm