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04/14/26 @ 7:00pm - 04/14/26 @ 8:00pm Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

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

Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 04/14/2026 @ 7:00pm

POWER VEGETABLE GARDENING

Spring is here! Take part in the backyard gardening hobby that's growing in popularity, and experience the joy of harvesting power crops of healthy, delicious, sweet, crunchy vegetables! This topic reviews the basic techniques of vegetable gardening. Everything from site selection, soil preparation, and seed starting through fertilization, watering, pest control, and harvest will be covered. Both new and experienced gardeners will learn something they can use.

Mark Lyons has been an avid vegetable gardener ever since childhood. He got his start helping his parents grow their vegetable garden, an activity in which he eagerly participated while growing up in Arlington Heights, Illinois. After high school, Mark attended the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, where he took courses in biology, botany, biochemistry, agricultural economics, and home vegetable gardening, and received a BS in Agriculture. He then went on to graduate school at Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, where he received his MS degree in Agriculture.

In 1988, Mark took over the operation of his parents’ vegetable garden, and spent the next several years cultivating and harvesting substantial amounts of tomatoes and cucumbers. In 2003, Mark began developing vegetable gardens for friends and family. His success in these endeavors, fueled by his love of gardening and his strategic consulting skills, led Mark to develop Green Thumb at Your Service.

11/02/25 @ 1:00pm - 11/02/25 @ 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. 

11/03/25 @ 9:00am - 11/03/25 @ 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. 

11/06/25 @ 9:00am - 11/06/25 @ 6:00pm 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. 

11/07/25 @ 9:00am - 11/07/25 @ 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. 

12/07/25 @ 1:00pm - 12/07/25 @ 4:45pm Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Community Group

 

Executive Committee Meeting for the Democrative Party of DuPage County 

08/08/26 @ 9:00am - 08/08/26 @ 4:30pm Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

End of the year competition and fun for the Bloomingdale Library chess club & other participating libraries

08/08/26 @ 9:00am - 08/08/26 @ 4:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library

End of the year competition and fun for the Bloomingdale Library chess club & other participating libraries

11/26/25 @ 1:00pm - 11/26/25 @ 2:00pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 10/20/2025 @ 9:00am Registration end: 11/24/2025 @ 5:00pm

Shelter Pet Pals (Registration Required)

Grades 1-6 

Wednesday, November 26 | 1:00-2:00 p.m. 

Learn how we care for animals at the shelter and make toys for shelter pets to enjoy. This program is done by the DuPage County Animal Services. If available, they will be bringing a special pet guest.

 

"DuPage County Animal Services is bringing a surprise shelter pet as a guest of our program. By sending my child to this program, I understand foreseen and unforeseen events may arise during a hands-on interaction with an animal. Unforeseen events include, but are not limited to: animal bites, scratches, allergic reactions, or contact with pet saliva or other bodily fluids. Accordingly, I hereby waive any cause of action for liability against and agree to hold harmless DuPage County Animal Services and DuPage County for any personal injury that may occur during a program for myself or my children."

01/16/26 @ 3:00pm - 01/16/26 @ 4:00pm Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 11/24/2025 @ 9:00am Registration end: 01/14/2026 @ 9:00am

Got the 2nd semester blues? Create a kit to motivate you for this second half of the school year. Feel free to stay and play games with friends in the Teen Territory!  Whiles supplies last. Registration guarantees a craft, but drop-ins welcome. Must come in-person to claim. 

01/05/26 @ 4:00pm - 01/05/26 @ 5:00pm Room B Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 11/24/2025 @ 9:00am Registration end: 01/02/2026 @ 9:00am

What is your vision for 2026? Create a vision board using scrapbook paper, magazines, pictures, and more!  All materials will be provided to plan the perfect 2026. Limit 12. 

 Mindful Skills are 1st Monday of every month, unless otherwise noted.

01/14/26 @ 5:00pm - 01/14/26 @ 6:30pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 11/24/2025 @ 9:00am Registration end: 01/12/2026 @ 9:00am

Take a piece of old thrifted art and completely transform it, adding your own creative twists to your painting. Limit 12.

01/19/26 @ 4:00pm - 01/19/26 @ 5:30pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 11/24/2025 @ 9:00am Registration end: 01/16/2026 @ 9:00am

Crochet for Beginners (Registration Required)

Adults, Teens

Monday, January 19 & 26 | 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. 

Come ready to learn the basics of crochet with step-by-step instruction. Ages 14 and up. Materials Provided. 

This is a two part program. 

01/26/26 @ 4:00pm - 01/26/26 @ 5:30pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 11/24/2025 @ 9:00am Registration end: 01/16/2026 @ 9:00am

Crochet for Beginners (Registration Required)

Adults, Teens

Monday, January 19 & 26 | 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. 

Come ready to learn the basics of crochet with step-by-step instruction. Ages 14 and up. Materials Provided. 

This is a two part program. 

12/04/25 @ 7:00pm - 12/04/25 @ 8:45pm Room B Bloomingdale Public Library

Community Group

12/08/25 @ 9:00am - 12/08/25 @ 9:00pm Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 11/24/2025 @ 9:00am Registration end: 12/05/2025 @ 9:00am

This fun and colorful miniature kit includes everything you need to create your own beaded friendship bracelets!  Limit 14.

 

12/10/25 @ 5:00pm - 12/10/25 @ 6:30pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 11/24/2025 @ 9:00am Registration end: 12/08/2025 @ 9:00am

Learn how to make a no-sew fleece blanket. As the chill in the air starts to set in, this cozy blanket will be the perfect hand-crafted addition to any winter night. Join us for crafting, cozy hot cocoa, and holiday music. Limit 10.

12/15/25 @ 5:30pm - 12/15/25 @ 6:45pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library

Community Group

12/16/25 @ 3:00pm - 12/16/25 @ 7:00pm Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Get ready for finals at the Exam Cram! We have group and quiet study areas, Wi-Fi, de-stressing activities, and computers. The Teen Librarian will also be available for any reference help.

 

FREE snacks and drinks provided, with pizza served at 6:00 p.m. Drop-in.

12/17/25 @ 3:00pm - 12/17/25 @ 7:00pm Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Get ready for finals at the Exam Cram! We have group and quiet study areas, Wi-Fi, de-stressing activities, and computers. The Teen Librarian will also be available for any reference help.

 

FREE snacks and drinks provided, with pizza served at 6:00 p.m. Drop-in.