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10/18/25 Bloomingdale Public Library

Due to the Halloween Party event, the Makerspace is closed.

12/15/25 @ 7:00pm - 12/15/25 @ 8:15pm Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 12/15/2025 @ 7:00pm

A Novelist’s Christmas Carol: The Life of Charles Dickens 

Join us as we travel through time on a theatrical journey with The Ghost of Christmas Past, portrayed by historical presenter, Michelle Gibbons. The Ghost will awaken Charles Dickens to a lifetime of accomplishment, showing him all that was and all that could be. Dickens will learn of the bright and merry future he may have if he believes in the magic of the holiday season.

10/13/25 @ 3:00pm - 10/13/25 @ 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. 

10/15/25 @ 9:00am - 10/15/25 @ 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. 

10/16/25 @ 12:00pm - 10/16/25 @ 4:00pm 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. 

10/17/25 @ 9:00am - 10/17/25 @ 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. 

10/18/25 @ 9:00am - 10/18/25 @ 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. 

03/24/26 @ 7:00pm - 03/24/26 @ 8:00pm Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 02/09/2026 @ 7:00pm

THE HISTORY OF THE ROLLING STONES

The Rolling Stones are one of the most influential rock bands of all time. They pioneered a raw, blues-based sound with hits like “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction,” “Honky Tonk Women,” and “Gimme Shelter.”  Their longevity, rebellious image and musical evolution have cemented their status as rock legends.  Using performance and interview video clips, we’ll dig deep into the band that is the very definition of sex, drugs and rock ‘n roll!

Hosted by College of DuPage professor, Gary Wenstrup. See more information at garywenstrup.com

10/09/25 @ 5:30pm - 10/09/25 @ 6:15pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Community Group Soccer film session

11/04/25 @ 6:00pm - 11/04/25 @ 8:45pm Room A Bloomingdale Public Library

Community Group

12/07/25 @ 2:00pm - 12/07/25 @ 4:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 11/17/2025 @ 9:00am Registration end: 12/06/2025 @ 9:00am

Crotched Winter Beanie (Registration Required)  

Grades 4-8

Sunday, December 7 | 2:00-4:00 p.m. 

We will be building on beginner’s skills by teaching double crochet, magic circle, and increases. The creation of this beanie will begin in class, but will be finished on your own. 

12/09/25 @ 4:00pm - 12/09/25 @ 5:00pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library

Middle Grade Makers (Drop-In) 

Grades 4-8 

Thursday, December 9 & January 6 | 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. 

Explore as we create all sorts of fun and useful items like keychains, coasters, custom buttons, or jewelry. Crafts will take anywhere from 15 minutes to an hour—drop by and see what’s new each month! 

12/10/25 @ 1:00pm - 12/10/25 @ 2:00pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 11/17/2025 @ 9:00am Registration end: 12/10/2025 @ 1:00pm

Homeschool Hangout Series (Registration Required)  

Families 

Wednesdays, December 14 & January 10 | 1:00-2:00 p.m. 

Join us to explore a new topic each month with books, crafts, and activities specially designed for each grade level.  

12/15/25 @ 6:00pm - 12/15/25 @ 7:15pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 11/17/2025 @ 9:00am Registration end: 12/14/2025 @ 9:00am

Beginning Crochet (Registration Required) 

Grades 3-8 

Monday, December 15 and 22 | 6:00 – 7:15 p.m. 

This is a two session program. Session 1 - learn the basics: how to hold your yarn and hook and the single crochet stitch. Session 2 - learn how to start a project and read a pattern. 

12/16/25 @ 4:00pm - 12/16/25 @ 4:45pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 11/17/2025 @ 9:00am Registration end: 12/15/2025 @ 9:00pm

Holiday Tree Mural Art (Registration Required)  

Grades K-2 

Tuesday, December 16 | 4:00-4:45 p.m. 

Create this perfect addition to your holiday décor this year!

12/17/25 @ 4:15pm - 12/17/25 @ 5:00pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 11/17/2025 @ 9:00am Registration end: 12/16/2025 @ 1:41pm

Verandah Santa: An Aussie Holiday (Registration Required)  

Families 

Wednesday, December 17 | 4:15-5:00 p.m. 

Christmas is a little different in Australia. Come learn about Australia and celebrate in the Aussie way. Stories and crafts from a blue dog will be part of the program. 

Please register as a family.

12/19/25 @ 10:30am - 12/19/25 @ 11:15am Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Winter Solstice Storytime (Drop-In) 

Families  

Friday, December 19 | 10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. 

Enjoy stories, rhymes, and a craft all about the longest night of the year. 

12/20/25 @ 10:00am - 12/20/25 @ 10:45am Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Preschool Process Art (Drop-In)  

Ages 3-5  

Saturday, December 20| 10:00-10:45 a.m. 

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

12/22/25 @ 1:00pm - 12/22/25 @ 2:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 11/17/2025 @ 9:00am Registration end: 12/21/2025 @ 2:55pm

D.I.Y. Winter Crafts (Registration Required) 

Grades K-2

Monday, December 22 |1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Come in over break to make some winter themed crafts and play winter bingo. 

12/22/25 @ 6:00pm - 12/22/25 @ 7:15pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 11/17/2025 @ 9:00am Registration end: 12/14/2025 @ 9:00am

Beginning Crochet (Registration Required) 

Grades 3-8 

Monday, December 15 and 22 | 6:00 – 7:15 p.m. 

This is a two session program. Session 1 - learn the basics: how to hold your yarn and hook and the single crochet stitch. Session 2 - learn how to start a project and read a pattern.