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

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:30pm

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors
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!

recycled bottle terrarium

Recycled Soda Bottle Terrarium

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Program Type:

Crafts, STEM/STEAM

Age Group:

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

A terrarium is a small garden covered with a transparent lid, which creates a moist environment for plants. Create your own tiny garden terrarium in a recycled soda bottle, a perfect way to celebrate Earth Month! Limit 8.

National Library Week

National Library Week

All Day 4/19 - 4/25
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Event Details:

National Library Week is a time to celebrate the many ways libraries bring people together, help people find their joy, 
spark imagination, and support lifelong learning. 

Fairy/Elf Lanterns

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Age Group:

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

Fairy/Elf Lanterns (Registration Required)  

Grades K-2

Monday, April 20 | 4:00-4:30 p.m. 

Listen to multicultural stories about elves and fairies. Then we’ll make our own magical nightlight. 

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Friends of the Library Quarterly Meeting

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Program Type:

Friends of the Library

Age Group:

Teens, Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors, All Ages
Program Type: Friends of the Library
Event Details:

Join the Friends of the Library and meet new friends, help out at library events, and have fun!

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Holiday Closing: Easter

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Bloomingdale Public Library
Description:

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

Mindful Skills: Healthy Snack, Healthy Brain

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Makerspace
Register
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! Limit 12.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Chef Maddox Presents: Spring Simple Meals

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Room A/B
Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A/B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join Chef Susan Maddox as we learn all about how to make simple meals for spring! This cooking demonstration is limited to 50 people.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Happy Books, Happy Cooks

6:00pm–6:30pm
Children
Room C
Register
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Food, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 

A storytime for all the budding chefs! Read a food-filled story and create a tasty treat. Please let us know any allergies at the time of registration.

Mother's Day Tea Party

1:30pm–2:30pm
Children
Room C/Makerspace
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C/Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Mother’s Day Tea Party  (Registration Required)  

Ages 3-6

Wednesday, May 6 | 1:30-2:30 p.m. 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Happy Books, Happy Cooks

6:00pm–6:30pm
Children
Room B
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Food, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 

A storytime for all the budding chefs! Read a food-filled story and create a tasty treat. Please let us know any allergies at the time of registration.

Let’s Cook: "Paint" a Cupcake

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Room B
Register
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. 

Holiday Closing: Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Bloomingdale Public Library
Description:

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

Cereal Saturdays

10:30am–11:30am
Children
Room C/Makerspace
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C/Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Food, Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Cereal Saturdays (Registration Required)

Grades K-3

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

Happy Books, Happy Cooks

6:00pm–6:30pm
Children
Room C
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Food, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Happy Books Happy Cooks (Registration Required)  

Ages 3-5  

Thursdays, June 25 and July 23 | 6:00-6:30 p.m. 

4th of July Holiday Closing

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Bloomingdale Public Library
Description:

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

Cereal Saturdays

10:30am–11:30am
Children
Room A/B
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room A/B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Food, Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Cereal Saturdays (Registration Required)

Grades K-3

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

American Cookbooks - The 10 Most Influential Cookbooks in American History

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Virtual
Register
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Food, Lectures, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

VIRTUAL - American Cookbooks: The 10 Most Influential Cookbooks in American History 

Welcome Leslie Goddard back to BPL with a great dip (pun intended) into American History!

Happy Books, Happy Cooks

6:00pm–6:30pm
Children
Room C
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bloomingdale Public Library
Room: Room C
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Food, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Happy Books Happy Cooks (Registration Required)  

Ages 3-5  

Thursdays, June 25 and July 23 | 6:00-6:30 p.m.