Calendar

05/13/25 @ 1:30pm - 05/13/25 @ 2:15pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Why Did the Monster Cross the Road? (Registration Required)

Ages 3-5

Tuesday, May 13| 1:30 – 2:15 p.m. 

Monsters can be so silly! Join us for monster stories and other silliness.

05/13/25 @ 4:00pm - 05/13/25 @ 4:45pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Stress Relief Jars (Registration Required)

Grades 3-6

Tuesday, May 13 | 4:00-4:45 p.m. 

De-stress by creating a jar of fun! 

05/14/25 @ 10:00am - 05/14/25 @ 10:30am Room A Bloomingdale Public Library

0-24 months 

Wednesdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28| 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. 

Join us for a parade of fun! We will explore the world of music and movement using an array of instruments, flannel stories, rhymes, and songs. 

05/15/25 Virtual Bloomingdale Public Library

Crochet Along with Miss Carol (Virtual)

Grades 3-8 

Videos posted on May 15 on our YouTube channel.

Learn to crochet along with Miss Carol. Check the Library’s YouTube page for video tutorials for each project. A supply list and written instructions can be picked up at the library. New projects will be posted quarterly. 

Click the March skill title to view the video:

• Chainless beginning stitches

Click here to view the entire Crochet Along with Miss Carol playlist.

05/18/25 @ 2:00pm - 05/18/25 @ 2:45pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Summer Sunshine (Registration Required)  

Grades 1-6

Sunday, May 18 | 2:00- 2:45 p.m. 

Summer is almost here, come celebrate by creating three fun activities. Food will be used so please inform Youth Services if there are any allergies. 

05/19/25 @ 6:00pm - 05/19/25 @ 7:15pm Room A Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 04/21/2025 @ 9:00am Registration end: 05/12/2025 @ 6:00pm

Beginning Crochet (Registration Required) 

Grades 3-8 

Monday, May 12 & 19 | 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. 

05/20/25 @ 1:30pm - 05/20/25 @ 2:15pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Messy Fingers (Registration Required)

Ages 2-4

Tuesday, May 20 | 1:30 – 2:15 p.m. 

Your little ones will have the opportunity to develop their fine motor skills through this hands-on messy art class. Join us for all the mess and lots of fun!

05/21/25 @ 10:00am - 05/21/25 @ 10:30am Room A Bloomingdale Public Library

0-24 months 

Wednesdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28| 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. 

Join us for a parade of fun! We will explore the world of music and movement using an array of instruments, flannel stories, rhymes, and songs. 

05/27/25 @ 4:15pm - 05/27/25 @ 5:00pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

May Flower Art (Registration Required)

Grades K-2

Tuesday, May 27 | 4:15 – 5:00 p.m. 

Create a May flower bloom using paper plates and yarn.

05/28/25 @ 10:00am - 05/28/25 @ 10:30am Room A Bloomingdale Public Library

0-24 months 

Wednesdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28| 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. 

Join us for a parade of fun! We will explore the world of music and movement using an array of instruments, flannel stories, rhymes, and songs. 

04/01/25 @ 4:00pm - 04/01/25 @ 5:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Middle Grade Makers (Drop-In) 

Grades 4-8 

Tuesday, April 1 & April 17 | 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. 

Thursday, May 6 & May 15 | 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. 

New Format! Drop by to try a new skill, make a fun craft to take home, and hang out with friends.

04/06/25 @ 2:00pm - 04/06/25 @ 3:00pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

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

Peeps Family Challenge (Registration Required)    

Families 

Sunday, April 6 | 2:00- 3:00 p.m. 

Come as a family to create a scene from a favorite children’s book with peeps. Peeps and some craft supplies provided. 

04/08/25 @ 10:30am - 04/08/25 @ 11:30am Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Playing with STEM (Registration required) 

Ages 2-5 

Tuesdays, April 8 and May 6

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) are important learning areas for kids of all ages. Start your child early with our fun play to learn program. In February, we will discover dinosaurs.

04/08/25 @ 4:00pm - 04/08/25 @ 4:45pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Earth Friend (Drop-In)    

Grades K-2 

Tuesday, April 8 | 4:00- 4:45 p.m. 

Make an earth planet buddy.

04/09/25 @ 1:00pm - 04/09/25 @ 2:00pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Homeschool Hangout Series (Registration Required)  

Families 

Wednesdays, April 9 and April 14  | 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.  

04/17/25 @ 4:00pm - 04/17/25 @ 5:00pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library

Middle Grade Makers (Drop-In) 

Grades 4-8 

Tuesday, April 1 & April 17 | 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. 

Thursday, May 6 & May 15 | 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. 

New Format! Drop by to try a new skill, make a fun craft to take home, and hang out with friends.

05/02/25 @ 10:00am - 05/02/25 @ 11:30am Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Explore with Your Senses (Drop-In) 

Under 3 years old with caregivers 

Friday, May 2|10:00 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.

Come participate in different activities designed to develop sensory processing skills. Explore texture, sound, smell, colors and patterns. 

05/06/25 @ 10:30am - 05/06/25 @ 11:30am Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Playing with STEM (Registration required) 

Ages 2-5 

Tuesdays, April 8 and May 6

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) are important learning areas for kids of all ages. Start your child early with our fun play to learn program. In February, we will discover dinosaurs.

05/06/25 @ 4:00pm - 05/06/25 @ 5:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Middle Grade Makers (Drop-In) 

Grades 4-8 

Tuesday, April 1 & April 17 | 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. 

Thursday, May 6 & May 15 | 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. 

New Format! Drop by to try a new skill, make a fun craft to take home, and hang out with friends.

05/14/25 @ 1:00pm - 05/14/25 @ 2:00pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Homeschool Hangout Series (Registration Required)  

Families 

Wednesdays, April 9 and April 14  | 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.