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General Primary Election (Voting 6 a.m.-7 p.m.)

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:00am - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A/B
Event Details:

Voting opens at 6 a.m.

Voting closes at 7 p.m.

Click here for DuPage County Voter & Election Info

Beeswax Candles

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Age Group:

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

Beewax Candles (Registration Required)  

Grades 3-6

Wednesday, March 18 | 4- 4:45 p.m. 

Make a pair of unique rolled beeswax candles to light up winter’s dark days. 

 

mini pies

Let’s Cook: Mini Pies

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Program Type:

Food, STEM/STEAM

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Food, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's celebrate “pie day” by making some delicious no-bake pies.  Then, decorate a themed pie box to carry your treat home. Limit 10. 

assortment of apple watches

Getting Familiar with Apple Watch

Thursday, March 19, 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:

Smartwatches like the Apple Watch give us computers on our wrists! Discover how they can help you meet your fitness goals, keep track of important events, and even replace your phone for common tasks.

The Rolling Stones

The History of The Rolling Stones

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

Program Type:

Lectures

Age Group:

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

THE HISTORY OF THE ROLLING STONES

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Genealogy Club drop-in

Genealogy Club

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:45pm
Room A/B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Lectures
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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

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.

Great Designs Foreign Policy Association

Great Decisions

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Room C at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

The Great Decisions discussion program is a civic education program administered and produced by the Foreign Policy Association.

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

The Great Decisions discussion program is a civic education program administered and produced by the Foreign Policy Association.

cupcakes with sprinkles

Let’s Cook: "Paint" a Cupcake

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Room B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Food, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Teens

Ever dreamed of being a contestant on Junior Bake Off (or, maybe you just want dibs on a sweet treat)? Either way, come by and design cupcakes! All kinds of ingredients and frosting. Let the cupcake be the canvas, and you the painter.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Food, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ever dreamed of being a contestant on Junior Bake Off (or, maybe you just want dibs on a sweet treat)? Either way, come by and design cupcakes! All kinds of ingredients and frosting. Let the cupcake be the canvas, and you the painter.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Bloomingdale Public Library Makerspace

Makerspace Open Hours

Thursday, May 21, 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.

Bloomingdale Lions Club

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
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

League of Women Voters Event

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

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Lectures, Virtual
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

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

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lectures, Virtual
Event Details:

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

3D Design with Tinkercad

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Room C at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Learn how to create 3D designs with this free, beginner-friendly, cloud-based application, then print them with the library’s 3D printing service. 

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

Learn how to create 3D designs with this free, beginner-friendly, cloud-based application, then print them with the library’s 3D printing service. 

Bloomingdale VFW Post 7539

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Room B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Community Group

Room 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 B
Purpose of Meeting

Community Group

Bloomingdale Public Library Makerspace

Makerspace Open Hours

Saturday, May 23, 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.

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 

Exam Cram

Exam Cram

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Room B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

Get ready for finals at the Exam Cram! We have group and quiet study areas, Wi-Fi, de-stressing activities, and computers. The Teen Librarian will also be available for any reference help.

 

Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room B
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Get ready for finals at the Exam Cram! We have group and quiet study areas, Wi-Fi, de-stressing activities, and computers. The Teen Librarian will also be available for any reference help.

 

Bluey Bookmarks

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Room C/Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Age Group:
Children

Bluey Bookmarks (Drop- In)  

Families

Tuesday, May 26| 4:00-4:45 p.m. 

Come create bookmarks featuring Bluey!

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

Bluey Bookmarks (Drop- In)  

Families

Tuesday, May 26| 4:00-4:45 p.m. 

Come create bookmarks featuring Bluey!

Bloomingdale Township Democratic Organization

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:45pm
Room A at Bloomingdale Public Library
Room A
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
picture of baby and music notes

Baby, Let's Make Music

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Room A at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Concerts & Music
Age Group:
Babies

0-24 months 

Wednesdays, May 6, 13, 20, 27| 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. 

Join us for a parade of fun! We will explore the world of music and movement using an array of instruments, flannel stories, rhymes, and songs. 

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

0-24 months 

Wednesdays, May 6, 13, 20, 27| 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. 

Join us for a parade of fun! We will explore the world of music and movement using an array of instruments, flannel stories, rhymes, and songs. 

picture of babies and a dragonfly

Come Together

Wednesday, May 27, 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.

Exam Cram

Exam Cram

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Room B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

Get ready for finals at the Exam Cram! We have group and quiet study areas, Wi-Fi, de-stressing activities, and computers. The Teen Librarian will also be available for any reference help.

 

Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room B
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Get ready for finals at the Exam Cram! We have group and quiet study areas, Wi-Fi, de-stressing activities, and computers. The Teen Librarian will also be available for any reference help.

 

Divorce Care - Mission Church

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Room A at Bloomingdale Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Community Group

Room A
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
Purpose of Meeting

Community Group

Bloomingdale Public Library Makerspace

Makerspace Open Hours

Thursday, May 28, 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.

Resume Writing with Word

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Room C at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors

Learn to create a resume in Microsoft Word with appropriate content and formatting.

Register
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 create a resume in Microsoft Word with appropriate content and formatting.

Going on a Bear Hunt

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Room A/B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children

Going on a Bear Hunt (Drop-In)) 

Families

Friday, May 29 | 10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. 

Do you want to go on a bear hunt? Join us as we create a fun interactive version of this well-loved story. 

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

Going on a Bear Hunt (Drop-In)) 

Families

Friday, May 29 | 10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. 

Do you want to go on a bear hunt? Join us as we create a fun interactive version of this well-loved story. 

Bloomingdale Public Library Makerspace

Makerspace Open Hours

Saturday, May 30, 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.

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 

colorful gift bags with ribbon

Explorer Bags--Grades 3-5

Monday, June 1, 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