Event List

Featured Events

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Cover Letters Made Easy

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Program Type:

Lectures

Age Group:

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

COVER LETTERS MADE EASY 

How to Train Your Dragon Book Party

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Age Group:

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

How to Train Your Dragon Book Party (Registration Required)

Grades 1-6

Wednesday, February 25 | 4:15-5:00 p.m. 

Calling all dragon lovers! Come enjoy crafts and activities based on this popular series. 

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Mindful Skills: Self-Care Stations

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Program Type:

Crafts, Lectures, STEM/STEAM

Age Group:

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

Make your own products for a self-care night. Stop and try out each of the stations from DIY perfume to create your own face mask. Limit 12. 

Mindful Skills are 1st Monday of every month, unless otherwise noted.

laptop showing MS Excel on screen

Excel 1

Monday, March 2, 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:

Learn the basic concepts of creating and using spreadsheets. Formatting, designing, and sorting spreadsheets will be discussed along with the first steps towards creating formulas and using functions.

Wild About Owls

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Program Type:

Crafts, STEM/STEAM

Age Group:

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

 

Wild About Owls (Registration Required)  

Grades K-2

Thursday, March 5 | 4:15- 5:00 p.m. 

Come in to enjoy crafts and stories about magnificent owls. 

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KPop Demon Hunters Bookmarks

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children

KPop Demon Hunters Bookmarks (Drop-In)

Families

Tuesday, March 31 | 4:00 – 4:45 p.m. 

Be golden and create some KPop Demon Hunters bookmarks!

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

KPop Demon Hunters Bookmarks (Drop-In)

Families

Tuesday, March 31 | 4:00 – 4:45 p.m. 

Be golden and create some KPop Demon Hunters bookmarks!

Toddler Dance Party

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Room A/B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Age Group:
Children

Toddler Dance Party (Drop-In)

18 months to 36 months

Wednesday, April 1 | 10:30-11:15 a.m. 

Does your toddler like 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: Children
Event Details:

Toddler Dance Party (Drop-In)

18 months to 36 months

Wednesday, April 1 | 10:30-11:15 a.m. 

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

Paint a Spring Magnet

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Paint a Spring Magnet (Registration Required ) 

Grades 3-6  

Wednesday, April 1 | 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 

Create a pretty refrigerator magnet with springtime colors. 

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

Paint a Spring Magnet (Registration Required ) 

Grades 3-6  

Wednesday, April 1 | 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 

Create a pretty refrigerator magnet with springtime colors. 

Loose Threads Quilt Group

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Community Group

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

Community Group

Bloomingdale Public Library Makerspace

Makerspace Open Hours

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace Open Hours
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

Bloomingdale Public Library (BPL) cardholders (ages 12-adult) are welcome to use the Makerspace during Open Use Hours.

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

Bloomingdale Public Library (BPL) cardholders (ages 12-adult) are welcome to use the Makerspace during Open Use Hours.

Explore with Your Senses

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Room A/B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Age Group:
Children

Explore with Your Senses (Drop-In) 

Under 3 years old with caregivers 

Friday, April 3 |10:00 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.

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

Explore with Your Senses (Drop-In) 

Under 3 years old with caregivers 

Friday, April 3 |10:00 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.

Bloomingdale Public Library Makerspace

Makerspace Open Hours

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

Bloomingdale Public Library (BPL) cardholders (ages 12-adult) are welcome to use the Makerspace during Open Use Hours.

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

Bloomingdale Public Library (BPL) cardholders (ages 12-adult) are welcome to use the Makerspace during Open Use Hours.

Holiday Closing: Easter

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

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Description:

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

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Explorer Bags--Grades 3-5

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:00am
Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Crafts
Age Group:
Children

GRADES 3-5 

FILL OUT FORM TO REGISTER https://forms.office.com/r/n2Bs1qJeCF

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

GRADES 3-5 

FILL OUT FORM TO REGISTER https://forms.office.com/r/n2Bs1qJeCF

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Preschool Storytime

Monday, April 6, 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.

Mindful Skills: Healthy Snack, Healthy Brain

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Food, Lectures
Age Group:
Teens

Who said that healthy snacks had to be boring? Try some recipes with yummy fruits and other delicious treats. Also, learn some interesting wellness tips to better your mental health. Limit 12.

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

Who said that healthy snacks had to be boring? Try some recipes with yummy fruits and other delicious treats. Also, learn some interesting wellness tips to better your mental health. Limit 12.

Disclaimer(s)

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

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Medicare Event: Meet the Experts with One-on-One Sessions

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Room A/B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Medicare: Meet the Experts Event with One-on-One Sessions

Navigating Medicare can sometimes feel confusing and overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Medicare: Meet the Experts Event with One-on-One Sessions

Navigating Medicare can sometimes feel confusing and overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone!

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Evening Storytime- New Day of the Week

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

Evening Storytime (Drop-In)

 

6:00-6:30 p.m.

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
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Evening Storytime (Drop-In)

 

6:00-6:30 p.m.

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!

Stoneybrook HOA

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at Bloomingdale Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Community Group

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

Community Group

Historical Book Discussion

Historical Book Discussion

Tuesday, April 7, 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

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Lake Park Recreation & Leisure

Tuesday, April 7, 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

Middle Grade Makers

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Room C/Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children

Middle Grade Makers (Drop-In) 

Grades 4-8 

Tuesday, April 7| 4:00 – 4:45 p.m. 

Drop by to try a new skill, make a fun craft to take home, and hang out with friends.

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

Middle Grade Makers (Drop-In) 

Grades 4-8 

Tuesday, April 7| 4:00 – 4:45 p.m. 

Drop by to try a new skill, make a fun craft to take home, and hang out with friends.

Bloomingdale Historical Society

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:45pm
Conference Room at Bloomingdale Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Community Group Monthly meeting

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

Community Group

Monthly meeting

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

Baby Tales and Tunes

Wednesday, April 8, 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, April 8, 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.

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

Baby Tales and Tunes

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
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. 

Unicorn Day

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Room B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children

Unicorn Day (Registration Required)

Grades K-2

Wednesday, April 8 | 5:00 – 5:45 p.m. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Games, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unicorn Day (Registration Required)

Grades K-2

Wednesday, April 8 | 5:00 – 5:45 p.m. 

Teen Craft Club: Dream Catcher Creation

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

A dream catcher is an object originated by the Ojibwe tribe, believed to help filter dreams: catching bad ones to allow good dreams to pass through.

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

A dream catcher is an object originated by the Ojibwe tribe, believed to help filter dreams: catching bad ones to allow good dreams to pass through.

EASTGATE OF BLOOMINGDALE HOA - BOARD MEETING

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Bloomingdale Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Community Group

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

Community Group