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Makerspace Open Hours

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, All Ages
Makerspace
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.

VKK Chicago - Chitra Rao

1:00pm - 4:45pm
Room A/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 A/B
Purpose of Meeting

Community Group

Meeting for cultural program
Recitals, dances and skits

VIRTUAL: Exploring Greece

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Virtual
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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lectures, Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 466
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.

Cricut Shirt Design

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Room C/Makerspace
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Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C/Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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.

Lake Park Recreation & Leisure

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teens
Room A/B
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games

Beginner's Internet Guide

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Room C
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Registration
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
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. 

Come Together

10:00am - 11:30am
Babies, Children
Room A/B
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.

DIY Felt Succulents

5:00pm - 5:45pm
Children
Room C/Makerspace
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Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C/Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
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DIY Felt Succulents (Registration Required)

Grades 3-6

Wednesday, April 30 | 5:00 – 5:45 p.m. 

Create your own felt succulent garden to decorate your space in this fun craft activity.

BUNCO SQUAD

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Room A/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 A/B
Purpose of Meeting

Community Group

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Book Club | Jamie Marro

6:45pm - 8:45pm
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

Book Club

Makerspace Open Hours

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, All Ages
Makerspace
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

10:00am - 11:30am
Babies, Children
Room A/B
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A/B
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Explore with Your Senses (Drop-In) 

Under 3 years old with caregivers 

Friday, May 2 | 10:00 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.

Mother's Day Craft-- DIY Candle Decorating

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
Room C
Registration
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Mother’s Day Craft – DIY Candle Decorating (Registration Required)

Grades 3-6

Saturday, May 3 | 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. 

Join us to create a great gift for a special caregiver in your life.

Free Comic Book Day

11:00am - 3:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Makerspace
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Annual Events, Crafts
Event Details:

Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at the library! Create super crafts and pick up some free comics (5 per person, while supplies last). Thank you to Keith's Komix (528 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL 60193) for the support!

MAKERSPACE CLOSED FOR FREE COMIC BOOK DAY

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, All Ages
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Makerspace Open Hours
Event Details:

Due to the Free Comic Book Day event, the Makerspace is closed. Makerspace equipment will not be available for patron use during the library's Free Comic Book Day event. 

Star Wars Craft Time

1:00pm - 5:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Star Wars Craft Time (Drop-In) 

Families  

Sunday, May 4 | 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 

Stop by Youth Services to make a craft out of this world. While Supplies last.

Explorer Bags

9:00am - 9:00pm
Children
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Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Clubs, Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 37
Event Details:

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Disclaimer(s)

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

Teen Take & Make: Desktop Chicken Coop

9:00am - 9:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Perfect for your desktop or shelf, a build-your-own chicken coop! Limit 12.

Rockin' Ramen

4:15pm - 5:00pm
Children
Room C/Makerspace
Registration
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C/Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Rockin' Ramen (Registration Required)    

Grades 3-6

Monday, May 5 | 4:15- 5:00 p.m. 

Customize a classic snack with special toppings while we do a craft and explore how this dish became so popular.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Bloomingdale Walk Townhomes Association

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Room C
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room | Room Fee: $10 (Pay Cash or Check to Business Office): Room C
Purpose of Meeting

Community Group

Homeowners Annual Meeting

Chef Maddox Presents: Cinco de Mayo

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Room A/B
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Food, Lectures
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

Playing with STEM

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
Room C/Makerspace
Registration
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C/Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Playing with STEM (Registration required) 

Ages 2-5 

Tuesdays, April 8 and May 6

Lake Park Recreation & Leisure

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teens
Room A/B
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games

Free Audiobooks, eBooks, & More

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Room C
Register
Registration
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.