Event List

The Monday Night Page Turners book discussion group meets on the third Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m., except August (no meeting) and December (end of year party). The group reads contemporary and classic fiction and nonfiction.

Smarty Pants Big Balloon Show (Drop-In)

Families

Tuesday, June 16 | 2:00- 3:00 p.m.

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. 

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.

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. 

Drop-in movie: Saving Private Ryan

Kids ages 8-18 are welcome at our drop-in chess club. Come by to play some games, meet friends, and prepare for the end of summer Interlibrary Tournament! 

Growing Connections Mentors

High school students 

Wednesdays, June 10, 17, 24 & July 1, 8, 15, 22 | 3:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.

Dads and Donuts Storytime (Drop-In)

Families

Wednesday, June 17 |6:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.

A special storytime all about dads (and includes donuts)!

Join us in person to learn about internet and archival genealogy and research support. Members share strategies and explore library resources with guidance from a genealogist.

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. 

Miniature Flower Presses (Registration Required )

Grades 4-8

Thursday, June 18 |4:00- 5:00 p.m.

Use tools to craft a keepsake flower press and preserve blossoms forever. 

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

VIRTUAL: Exploring the Constitution & the News: Foundations to Front Pages: What the Constitution Says—and How It’s Being Interpreted Today

As our country celebrates its 250th birthday this year, please join the League of Wome

Use the sublimation printer to customize a lip balm holder.

Registration Limit: 6 patrons max per session, Bloomingdale Public Library card and computer experience required, ages 12 to adult. 

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. 

Summer Solstice Sun Catchers (Registration Required)

Grades 3-6

Friday, June 19 |1:30 p.m.- 2:15 p.m.

Celebrate the official start of summer by crafting fun and colorful sun catchers.

Cereal Saturdays (Registration Required)

Grades K-3

Saturdays, June 19, July 18, August 15 |10:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.

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

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.

Gone Fishin’ (Drop-In) 

Families

Monday, June 22 |3:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.

Enjoy a fishing trip from inside the library with these games and crafts!