National Hunger Awareness Month Food Drive

Throughout September, BPL will be collecting non-perishable food for the Bloomingdale Township Food Pantry in conjunction with the village-wide National Hunger Awareness Food Drive! Please drop canned or boxed food in the library lobby donation bins. Visit our website for a list of most requested food at the pantry. Thank you!

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Engraved metal bookmark

BPL Makerspace Crafts: Engraved Metal Bookmark

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Use the library's Cricut Maker to engrave a metal bookmark. Depending on the design complexity, patrons may need pick up their bookmark at a later date.Registration Limit: 4 patron...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Use the library's Cricut Maker to engrave a metal bookmark. Depending on the design complexity, patrons may need pick up their bookmark at a later date.

Bluestem Book Party

Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Room C/Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Bluestem Book Party (Registration Required)  Grades 3-5Sunday, September 22 | 2:00-3:00 p.m. Get excited for this year’s nominees with crafts, snacks, and practice v...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C/Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Clubs, Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Bluestem Book Party (Registration Required)  

Grades 3-5

Sunday, September 22 | 2:00-3:00 p.m. 

Get excited for this year’s nominees with crafts, snacks, and practice voting. 

Engraved metal bookmark

BPL Makerspace Crafts: Engraved Metal Bookmark

Monday, September 23, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Use the library's Cricut Maker to engrave a metal bookmark. Depending on the design complexity, patrons may need pick up their bookmark at a later date.Registration Limit: 4 patron...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Use the library's Cricut Maker to engrave a metal bookmark. Depending on the design complexity, patrons may need pick up their bookmark at a later date.

Image of a small dog laying on a handmade dog bed.

Drop-In Craft: No Sew Pet Bed

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Room A/B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Drop-in and make a comfy bed for a furry friend. We provide the fleece, scissors, and instructions. Keep the bed for your pet or donate it to West Suburban Humane Society for a pet...

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

Drop-in and make a comfy bed for a furry friend. We provide the fleece, scissors, and instructions. Keep the bed for your pet or donate it to West Suburban Humane Society for a pet in need. 

Closed for Staff In-Service

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...

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

Model Makeover

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Model Makeover (Registration Required)  Grades 4-8Wednesday, October 2 | 6:00-7:00 p.m. Take ordinary statues and turn them into something completely different- seri...

Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Model Makeover (Registration Required)  

Grades 4-8

Wednesday, October 2 | 6:00-7:00 p.m. 

Take ordinary statues and turn them into something completely different- serious or spooky- it’s up to you!

Preschool Process Art

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Preschool Process Art (Drop-In)  Ages 3-5  Saturday, October 5| 10:00-10:45 a.m. Little hands but big creativity! Pop in to the Makerspace to try this month’s a...

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

Preschool Process Art (Drop-In)  

Ages 3-5  

Saturday, October 5| 10:00-10:45 a.m. 

Little hands but big creativity! Pop in to the Makerspace to try this month’s artsy activity.

Mini Pumpkins Decorated as an owl, cats, and spider

Teen Take and Make: Mini Pumpkin Decorating

All Day
Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Design a miniature pumpkin: choose one of three themes to bring your pumpkin creation to life. This is a take-and-make kit. Limit 15. YOU WILL BE CONTACTED BY EMAIL ONCE YOUR CRAFT...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Design a miniature pumpkin: choose one of three themes to bring your pumpkin creation to life. This is a take-and-make kit. Limit 15. YOU WILL BE CONTACTED BY EMAIL ONCE YOUR CRAFT KIT IS READY TO BE PICKED UP.

Bug Bottle Cap Magnets

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Bug Bottle Cap Magnets  (Registration Required)  Grades 2-6Tuesday, October 8 | 4:15-5:00 p.m. Decorate magnets to bug out any metal surface.

Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Bug Bottle Cap Magnets  (Registration Required)  

Grades 2-6

Tuesday, October 8 | 4:15-5:00 p.m. 

Decorate magnets to bug out any metal surface.

Homeschool Hangout

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Room C/Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Homeschool Hangout Series (Registration Required)  Families Wednesdays, October 9 & November 6 | 1:00-2:00 p.m. Join us to explore a new topic each month wi...

Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C/Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Homeschool Hangout Series (Registration Required)  

Families 

Wednesdays, October 9 & November 6 | 1:00-2:00 p.m. 

Boo-ti-ful Stories and Crafts

Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Room C/Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Boo-ti-ful Stories and Crafts (Registration Required)  Grades K-2 Sunday, October 13 | 2:00-3:00 p.m. Enjoy some slightly spooky stories and jokes while making ...

Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C/Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Boo-ti-ful Stories and Crafts (Registration Required)  

Grades K-2 

Sunday, October 13 | 2:00-3:00 p.m. 

Enjoy some slightly spooky stories and jokes while making Halloween themed crafts to keep. 

Engraved metal bookmark

BPL Makerspace Crafts: Engraved Metal Bookmark

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Use the library's Cricut Maker to engrave a metal bookmark. Depending on the design complexity, patrons may need pick up their bookmark at a later date.Registration Limit: 4 patron...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Use the library's Cricut Maker to engrave a metal bookmark. Depending on the design complexity, patrons may need pick up their bookmark at a later date.

apple with green decorative icing

Teen Craft Night: Poison Apples

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Food
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us for Teen Craft Night. Get in the October spirit by creating a “spooky” poison apple. These creations can make for some thrilling photos as well as a tasty treat! This craft...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Food
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us for Teen Craft Night. Get in the October spirit by creating a “spooky” poison apple. These creations can make for some thrilling photos as well as a tasty treat! This craft is in-person. Limit 12.

Wording Middle Grade Makers Grade 4-8 image of illustrated art supplies

Middle Grade Makers

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

Middle Grade Makers (Drop-In) Grades 4-8 Thursdays, October 17 | 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. Explore our new Makerspace as we create all sorts of fun and useful items like keyc...

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 

Thursdays, October 17 | 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. 

Pumpkin Art

Sunday, October 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Pumpkin Art (Registration Required)  Grades 3-6 Sunday, October 20 | 2:00-3:00 p.m. Join us in making an artful pumpkin for the fall season. 

Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Pumpkin Art (Registration Required)  

Grades 3-6 

Sunday, October 20 | 2:00-3:00 p.m. 

Join us in making an artful pumpkin for the fall season. 

Five Little Pumpkins

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Room C/Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Five Little Pumpkins (Registration Required)  Grades K-2 Saturday, October 26 | 10:00- 10:45 a.m. Be inspired by the poem Five Little Pumpkins and design a gate...

Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C/Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Five Little Pumpkins (Registration Required)  

Grades K-2 

Saturday, October 26 | 10:00- 10:45 a.m. 

Engraved metal bookmark

BPL Makerspace Crafts: Engraved Metal Bookmark

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Use the library's Cricut Maker to engrave a metal bookmark. Depending on the design complexity, patrons may need pick up their bookmark at a later date.Registration Limit: 4 patron...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Use the library's Cricut Maker to engrave a metal bookmark. Depending on the design complexity, patrons may need pick up their bookmark at a later date.

Room on the Broom

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Room C/Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Room on the Broom (Registration Required)  Ages 3-5 Tuesday, October 29 | 1:30-2:15 p.m. Enjoy this classic Halloween story and related games and crafts. 

Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C/Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Room on the Broom (Registration Required)  

Ages 3-5 

Tuesday, October 29 | 1:30-2:15 p.m. 

Enjoy this classic Halloween story and related games and crafts. 

DIY Halloween Decor

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Room C/Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

DIY Halloween Decor (Registration Required)  Grades 3-6 Wednesday, October 30| 5:00-5:45 p.m. Create some Halloween crafts to decorate your space while hearing ...

Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C/Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

DIY Halloween Decor (Registration Required)  

Grades 3-6 

Wednesday, October 30| 5:00-5:45 p.m. 

six mugs with handmade cozies

Teen Take and Make: DIY Cocoa Cozy

All Day
Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Make a fun and useful cozy to wrap around a warm (or cold) beverage this season!

Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Make a fun and useful cozy to wrap around a warm (or cold) beverage this season!

DIY Popsicle Stick Pencil Holder

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

DIY Popsicle Stick Pencil Holder (Registration Required)  Grades 3-6Monday, November 4 | 6:00-6:45 p.m. Join us to create a decorative way to organize your writing u...

Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

DIY Popsicle Stick Pencil Holder (Registration Required)  

Grades 3-6

Monday, November 4 | 6:00-6:45 p.m. 

Join us to create a decorative way to organize your writing utensils. 

Messy Fingers

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Messy Fingers (Registration Required)Ages 2-4Tuesday, November 5 | 1:30 – 2:15 p.m. Your little ones will have the opportunity to develop their fine motor skills through ...

Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Messy Fingers (Registration Required)

Ages 2-4

Tuesday, November 5 | 1:30 – 2:15 p.m. 

Homeschool Hangout

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Room A/B at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Homeschool Hangout Series (Registration Required)  Families Wednesdays, October 9 & November 6 | 1:00-2:00 p.m. Join us to explore a new topic each month wi...

Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Homeschool Hangout Series (Registration Required)  

Families 

Wednesdays, October 9 & November 6 | 1:00-2:00 p.m. 

Mug with mountain and leaf design

BPL Makerspace Crafts: Custom Mug

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Makerspace at Bloomingdale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Make a custom mug using infusible ink and our Cricut Maker and mug press. A great holiday gift!Registration Limit: 4 patrons max per session, Bloomingdale Public Lib...

Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Make a custom mug using infusible ink and our Cricut Maker and mug press. A great holiday gift!