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01/12/26 @ 6:30pm - 01/12/26 @ 7:30pm Room A Bloomingdale Public Library

Community Group

Discussions about books read by all members.

01/15/26 @ 7:00pm - 01/15/26 @ 8:00pm Off Site 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 Women Voters for a virtual series that explores the U.S. Constitution through both its historical foundations and its ongoing relevance in today’s headlines every 3rd Thursday evening of the month at 7:00PM . Each session will take a deeper look at how the framers’ debates, amendments, and landmark interpretations continue to shape the issues we see in the news—from voting rights and separation of powers to free speech, federalism, and more.

Designed for adults seeking a clearer understanding of how our government works, this series blends accessible history with thoughtful discussion of current events. Participants will gain practical civic knowledge, learn how constitutional principles apply to modern challenges, and leave better equipped to evaluate news and public policy.

Whether you're a longtime civic learner or just beginning to dig into constitutional questions, The programs will offer an engaging, nonpartisan space to explore how America’s founding document continues to guide— and sometimes complicate—our democracy today. 

The programs will be different each month through October, 2026. Each session will be introducing a different topic and conveying them through the lens of the U.S. Constitution. It is not necessary to attend each session as they all "stand alone".

The programs will be presented by Steven D. Schwinn who teaches constitutional law, comparative constitutional law, at UIC Law School. Steve is founding editor-in-chief of the American Constitution Society Supreme Court Review and founding co-editor of the Constitutional Law Prof Blog. He is a longtime member of the American Constitution Society Chicago Lawyers Chapter Board of Advisers.

The series is sponsored by the Wheaton League of Women Voters – a non partisan political organization dedicated fostering informed and active participation in government.  For more information about the Wheaton League visit https://my.lwv.org/illinois/wheaton

Please contact our reference desk or please register using this link

This program is brought to you in partnership with the League of Women Voters. 

 

04/16/26 @ 6:30pm - 04/16/26 @ 8:30pm Conference Room Bloomingdale Public Library

Community Group

05/21/26 @ 6:30pm - 05/21/26 @ 8:30pm Conference Room Bloomingdale Public Library

Community Group

01/07/26 @ 5:00pm - 01/07/26 @ 6:00pm Virtual Bloomingdale Public Library

VIRTUAL: Brainfuse Webinar Series: SAT Prep

Ready to boost your SAT score? These free workshops make prep actually make sense. The SAT Prep series breaks the test into clear, manageable steps and shows you the strategies top scorers use. Brian Stewart, author of Barron’s SAT/ACT prep books, will walk you through real shortcuts, smart ways to save time, and how to avoid the traps that slow students down.

Join one session or the whole series and walk into test day with confidence.

Please contact our reference desk or please register using this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JFUn39OJTIOQ-jQqWLf0kQ#/registration

PLEASE NOTE The Monday, March 9th session is a separate registration. To attend all sessions in the series, please be sure to register via both QR codes/links.

All Sessions from 6-7 PM Eastern Time
1.  January 7:  SAT Introduction.  General strategies for the SAT, how colleges use the test in admissions, and similarities/differences between the SAT and ACT.
2.  January 14:  Reading—Information and Ideas.  How to attack Central Idea and Detail questions, Evidence questions, and Inference questions.  
3.  January 21:  Reading—Craft and Structure.  Resources for building Vocabulary, strategies for Purpose and Text 1 & Text 2 questions.
4.  January 28:  Writing—Expression of Ideas.  Understanding transition words and techniques for the Rhetorical Synthesis questions.  
5.  February 4:  Writing—Boundaries.  Thorough discussion of Commas, Semicolons, Colons, Dashes, and Apostrophes.  
6.  February 11:  Writing—Form, Structure, and Sense.  Conceptual review of misplaced modifiers, subject-verb agreement, and verb tense.  
7.  February 18:  Math—Using Desmos on the SAT.  The most helpful ways to use Desmos to save time and improve accuracy on the SAT Math.  
8.  February 25:  Math—Algebra.  Slope-intercept form, systems of linear equations, linear functions, and linear inequalities.  
9.  March 4:  Math—Advanced Topics in Math.  Working with equivalent expressions, systems of quadratic equations, and nonlinear functions.  
10.  March 11:  Math—Geometry and Trigonometry.  Area, volume, right triangles, circles, sine, cosine, and tangent.  

This program is online on Zoom. After registering, you receive a link to the Zoom webinar at least three hours before the program.

 

01/04/26 @ 1:00pm - 01/04/26 @ 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. 

01/06/26 @ 4:00pm - 01/06/26 @ 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. 

01/07/26 @ 9:00am - 01/07/26 @ 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. 

01/10/26 @ 1:00pm - 01/10/26 @ 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. 

01/13/26 @ 7:00pm - 01/13/26 @ 8:00pm Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 02/24/2026 @ 7:00pm

RESUMÉ WORKSHOP 

Learn how to craft an eye-catching and informative resumé that’ll help land the job you want. Discover how to create a document unique to your skills, experience, and goals, as well as how to avoid common mistakes and overcome issues like work gaps or age discrimination. Hosted by Jez Layman.

Special note: If you are interested, we will be continuing our career-focused programming with Jez on February 24 with a Cover Letters Workshop, and then on March 23 with Ace Your In-Person Interview workshop. You don't need to attend all three; each program stands alone. 

Jez is a librarian, public speaker, and full-time plant mom. Jez loves teaching and empowering others to embrace their creativity and strengths. She has taught at over 100 libraries, colleges, organizations, and community centers about crafts, astrology, life skills, and job hunting. She has a deep love for audiobooks and a spreadsheet for every occasion. www.jezlayman.com 

01/15/26 @ 7:00pm - 01/15/26 @ 8:45pm Room B Bloomingdale Public Library

Community Group

02/24/26 @ 7:00pm - 02/24/26 @ 8:00pm Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 02/24/2026 @ 7:00pm

COVER LETTERS MADE EASY 

Learn how to write a standout cover letter employers will want to read. Cover letters are the part of the job hunting process that cause the most amount of confusion for job seekers and can be what determines whether a candidate gets an interview. Follow along as we break down the process step-by-step to help you create a cover letter unique to you that complements your resume and highlights your skills.

Special note: If you are interested, we will be continuing our career-focused programming with Jez on March 23 with Ace Your In-Person Interview workshop. You don't need to attend both; each program stands alone. 

Jez is a librarian, public speaker, and full-time plant mom. Jez loves teaching and empowering others to embrace their creativity and strengths. She has taught at over 100 libraries, colleges, organizations, and community centers about crafts, astrology, life skills, and job hunting. She has a deep love for audiobooks and a spreadsheet for every occasion. www.jezlayman.com 

02/21/26 @ 11:00am - 02/21/26 @ 3:00pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library

Stop by the library and trade your used jigsaw puzzle for a “new-to-you” one! 

You may drop off up to 10 gently used jigsaw puzzles (300+ pieces) at the Adult Reference Desk before the exchange Wednesday through Friday, February 18-20. Puzzles may also be dropped off on the day of the event. 

For each puzzle dropped off, you will receive a coupon for a new-to-you puzzle to use on Saturday, February 21.  

New or gently used puzzles must be in their original box and have all the pieces secured in a resealable plastic bag. Puzzles must be in good condition and odor-free.  

03/11/26 @ 1:00pm - 03/11/26 @ 3:30pm Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

JOJO RABBIT

Wednesday, March 11

1:00pm-3:30pm

Come celebrate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II and the defeat of the fascists by the Allies while watching this film where the protagonist is a 10-year-old German named Jojo Betzler:

All Jojo wants is to become a Nazi. He turns to his imagination and begins to befriend a wackier version of Nazi Germany's ruler, Adolf Hitler. One day, he finds out that his mother, Rosie, is housing a Jewish girl named Elsa. Despite going directly against his young beliefs, he has no choice but to keep quiet for his and his family's safety. Soon, he and his imaginary friend begin to see the world differently. Starring Roman Griffin Davis, Scarlett Johanssen, Rebel Wilson, Sam Rockwell, and Taika Waititi. Directed by Taika Waititi. (This is a first showing as the original date in September, 2025 had been canceled.)

Rated: PG-13 │ Running Time: 1 hr 48 mins

03/26/26 @ 7:00pm - 03/26/26 @ 8:00pm Virtual Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 03/26/2026 @ 7:00pm

Learn to use this free application to create custom vinyl decals, iron-on designs, intricate paper crafts, stencils, and more! BPL card holders are welcome to apply their new skills in our Makerspace.

02/05/26 @ 7:00pm - 02/05/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 02/05/2026 @ 7:00pm

Learn about great free software and tools to enhance your experience on Windows, possibly replacing your paid and subscription services like Microsoft Office and Adobe with comparable software (e.g. LibreOffice and Affinty).

02/12/26 @ 7:00pm - 02/12/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 02/12/2026 @ 7:00pm

Discuss the fundamentals of 3D printing, basic 3D modeling with Tinkercad, and how to submit projects to our 3D printing service.

02/23/26 @ 7:00pm - 02/23/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 02/23/2026 @ 7:00pm

Uber and Lyft are modern transportation apps for appointments, trips, and grocery shopping. Learn how to download and use these popular rideshare apps.

03/02/26 @ 7:00pm - 03/02/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 03/02/2026 @ 7:00pm

Learn the basic concepts of creating and using spreadsheets. Formatting, designing, and sorting spreadsheets will be discussed along with the first steps towards creating formulas and using functions.

03/05/26 @ 7:00pm - 03/05/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 03/05/2026 @ 7:00pm

Your iPhone is a computer in your pocket! Learn to use the most popular functions while keeping your phone organized.