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08/10/26 @ 6:30pm - 08/10/26 @ 8:00pm Virtual Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 08/10/2026 @ 6:30pm

VIRTUAL: Scenic America: Coast to Coast, Part 1: The Pacific Ocean to the Mississippi River

Join us as John Lynn narrates part one of his odyssey across America. In this part, he tells us about his trek from the Pacific Ocean to the Mississippi River using historical paths as well as other scenic ones, all the while hiking, biking, and paddling. Part two, Scenic America: Coast to Coast, Part 2: The Mississippi River to the Atlantic Ocean will take place on September 14. You may register for both!

John Lynn of Peoria has photographed all 2400 Illinois cities and towns. He has also, hiked, biked, and paddled enough historic and scenic trails, roads, and rivers in America and Britain to circle the globe. Featured on the front pages of the Chicago Tribune and the Chicago Sun-Times, sponsored by the British Council and the Illinois Humanities Council, and described by WGN Radio as "a walking encyclopedia of Illinois", he has shared his experience and discoveries with over 4700 audiences in three countries.

09/14/26 @ 6:30pm - 09/14/26 @ 8:00pm Virtual Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 09/14/2026 @ 6:30pm

VIRTUAL: Scenic America: Coast to Coast, Part 2: The Mississippi River to the Atlantic Ocean

Join us as John Lynn narrates part two of his odyssey across America. In this part, he tells us about his trek from the Mississippi River to the Atlantic Ocean, all while taking historical and scenic paths, which include hiking, biking, and paddling.

John Lynn of Peoria has photographed all 2400 Illinois cities and towns. He has also, hiked, biked, and paddled enough historic and scenic trails, roads, and rivers in America and Britain to circle the globe. Featured on the front pages of the Chicago Tribune and the Chicago Sun-Times, sponsored by the British Council and the Illinois Humanities Council, and described by WGN Radio as "a walking encyclopedia of Illinois", he has shared his experience and discoveries with over 4700 audiences in three countries.

 

 

04/30/26 @ 9:00am - 04/30/26 @ 2:00pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library

04/27/26 @ 3:00pm - 04/27/26 @ 9:00pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library

The Open Study Room is available for any patrons to use without reservations during the specified time frame.

Please note that patrons cannot close the doors for personal use. If you wish to have private space for use, please see the Reference Desk to ask about the Group Study Room or Quiet Study Room. 

04/28/26 @ 5:00pm - 04/28/26 @ 9:00pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library

The Open Study Room is available for any patrons to use without reservations during the specified time frame.

Please note that patrons cannot close the doors for personal use. If you wish to have private space for use, please see the Reference Desk to ask about the Group Study Room or Quiet Study Room. 

04/29/26 @ 9:00am - 04/29/26 @ 3:00pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library

The Open Study Room is available for any patrons to use without reservations during the specified time frame.

Please note that patrons cannot close the doors for personal use. If you wish to have private space for use, please see the Reference Desk to ask about the Group Study Room or Quiet Study Room. 

04/30/26 @ 9:00am - 04/30/26 @ 5:00pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library

The Open Study Room is available for any patrons to use without reservations during the specified time frame.

Please note that patrons cannot close the doors for personal use. If you wish to have private space for use, please see the Reference Desk to ask about the Group Study Room or Quiet Study Room. 

05/01/26 @ 9:00am - 05/01/26 @ 5:00pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library

The Open Study Room is available for any patrons to use without reservations during the specified time frame.

Please note that patrons cannot close the doors for personal use. If you wish to have private space for use, please see the Reference Desk to ask about the Group Study Room or Quiet Study Room. 

06/16/26 @ 7:00pm - 06/16/26 @ 8:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 05/18/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 06/16/2026 @ 7:00pm

Craft a whimsical plant marker using wire and beads. All materials will be provided, or feel free to bring your own favorite beads.

07/07/26 @ 7:00pm - 07/07/26 @ 8:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 05/18/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 07/07/2026 @ 6:00pm

Learn to make an adorable mini birdhouse by upcycling corks! Perfect for adding charm to any houseplant. All materials will be provided.

08/11/26 @ 6:30pm - 08/11/26 @ 8:00pm Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 07/06/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 08/11/2026 @ 6:30pm Mahjong Workshop for Beginners

This Mahjong workshop, hosted by Xinming Guo, introduces participants to the classic game of Mahjong in an engaging and educational setting. The session covers fundamental rules, simple strategies, and hands-on practice--enhancing cognitive skills like memory and problem-solving while promoting social interaction.

Xinming Guo is an award-winning educator and the founder of the Go and Math Academy specializing in integrating traditional Asian games like Go and Mahjong into educational and community programs. He is the recipient of the American Go Foundation's National Teacher of the Year award and the Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics (ICTM) Fred Flener Award, recognizing his exceptional contributions to engaging students beyond the traditional classroom. 

05/09/26 @ 1:00pm - 05/09/26 @ 3:00pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Community Group Regular monthly meet up

05/21/26 @ 6:00pm - 05/21/26 @ 8:45pm Room A Bloomingdale Public Library Community Group Bible study

05/03/26 @ 1:00pm - 05/03/26 @ 4:45pm Room A Bloomingdale Public Library Community Group Kids' group practice for a presentation.

08/25/26 @ 6:30pm - 08/25/26 @ 9:30pm Bloomingdale Public Library

As part of the Library’s Summer Reading Program, the Schaumburg Boomers baseball team is hosting a Bloomingdale Public Library Night! Register for the Library's Summer Reading Program to get the link and promo code for free tickets to the baseball game. We hope to see you there!

Schaumburg Boomers vs. Evansville Otters
Wintrust Field (1999 S. Springinsguth Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193)
Tuesday, August 25 - 6:30 PM

07/04/26 Bloomingdale Public Library

Online Services: Many services are available online when the library building is closed, including library card registration, eBooks and downloads, online learning, and more.

For a list of our holiday closings; click here. 

12/24/26 @ 12:00am - 12/25/26 @ 12:00am Bloomingdale Public Library

Online Services: Many services are available online when the library building is closed, including library card registration, eBooks and downloads, online learning, and more.

For nearby DuPage County warming centers, click here.

For a list of our holiday closings; click here. 

12/31/26 @ 12:00am - 01/01/27 @ 12:00am Bloomingdale Public Library

Online Services: Many services are available online when the library building is closed, including library card registration, eBooks and downloads, online learning, and more.

For nearby DuPage County warming centers, click here.

For a list of our holiday closings; click here. 

07/04/27 Bloomingdale Public Library

Online Services: Many services are available online when the library building is closed, including library card registration, eBooks and downloads, online learning, and more.

For a list of our holiday closings; click here. 

12/24/27 @ 12:00am - 12/25/27 @ 12:00am Bloomingdale Public Library

Online Services: Many services are available online when the library building is closed, including library card registration, eBooks and downloads, online learning, and more.

For nearby DuPage County warming centers, click here.

For a list of our holiday closings; click here.