Calendar

10/28/26 @ 6:30pm - 10/28/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library

Join the Friends of the Library and meet new friends, help out at library events, and have fun!

Meetings are held four times a year. Members who are unable to attend meetings but wish to donate their time may donate a few hours to help with our various activities.

For more information about the Friends, visit our website or contact the Friends at mybplfriends@gmail.com.

11/11/26 @ 6:30pm - 11/11/26 @ 8:45pm Room A Bloomingdale Public Library bunco Community Group / not a library program Open to the public, please join us to play bingo! (Money is not a prize, no exchange of money to play.)

01/27/27 @ 6:30pm - 01/27/27 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library

Join the Friends of the Library and meet new friends, help out at library events, and have fun!

Meetings are held four times a year. Members who are unable to attend meetings but wish to donate their time may donate a few hours to help with our various activities.

For more information about the Friends, visit our website or contact the Friends at mybplfriends@gmail.com.

11/09/26 @ 9:00am - 11/09/26 @ 9:00pm Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 09/21/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 11/09/2026 @ 9:00am

Turn a mason-style jar into a little habitat with real plants and tiny figurines. Complete with everything needed to create a fantastic terrarium, this interactive kit even includes translucent and glow-in-the-dark stickers. Limit 12. 

11/11/26 @ 5:00pm - 11/11/26 @ 6:30pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 09/21/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 11/11/2026 @ 5:00pm

Learn about the artist, Alma Thomas, and recreate some of her work. Then, learn techniques to create your own colorful paintings. Limit 10.

Teen Craft Club is on the 2nd Wednesday of every month, unless otherwise noted.

11/19/26 @ 4:00pm - 11/19/26 @ 5:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 09/21/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 11/19/2026 @ 4:00pm

What would you create if you had your very own Animal Crossing island in real life? Visit various stations to build a home, plant crops, go fishing, or make new discoveries with fellow villagers. Limit 10. 

11/30/26 @ 4:00pm - 11/30/26 @ 5:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

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

Registration is required. Registration starts: 09/21/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 11/27/2026 @ 9:00am

Enjoy making your own delicious boba and then relax with friends with some coloring. Limit 8. 

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

12/03/26 @ 5:00pm - 12/03/26 @ 6:00pm Room B Bloomingdale Public Library

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

Registration is required. Registration starts: 09/21/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 12/03/2026 @ 5:00pm

Decorate cookies, drink some hot cocoa, and enjoy a fun festive holiday movie to get into the spirit of the season. Limit 12. 

10/25/26 @ 1:00pm - 10/25/26 @ 4:45pm Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library Community Group Book Club meet and discussion.

09/05/26 @ 11:00am - 09/05/26 @ 4:45pm Room B Bloomingdale Public Library Community Group Financial Educational meeting with friends and family

09/12/26 @ 9:30am - 09/12/26 @ 11:00am Conference Room Bloomingdale Public Library Community Group Meeting with foster kids guardians about ja our new program for young adults.

09/20/26 @ 1:00pm - 09/20/26 @ 4:45pm Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

08/31/26 @ 9:00am - 08/31/26 @ 12:00pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library

10/04/26 @ 2:00pm - 10/04/26 @ 3:30pm Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Friends with Strings (Drop-In) 

 Ages 8 and up 

Sunday, October 4  | 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. 

Whether you use hook, needle, or loom, bring your projects and share time socializing and creating with fellow crafters. 

09/04/26 @ 10:00am - 09/04/26 @ 11:00am Conference Room Bloomingdale Public Library

10/12/26 @ 9:00am - 10/12/26 @ 9:00pm Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 09/21/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 10/10/2026 @ 9:00am

Get ready for some paws-itively creative fun! This 12-animal kit includes cute puppies, rabbits, cats, penguins, and more. With 12 boxes, each containing 4 colors, you'll have plenty of clay to make all 12 models—plus some left over for your own wild creations. Limit 10. 

10/14/26 @ 5:00pm - 10/14/26 @ 6:30pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 09/21/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 10/12/2026 @ 9:00am

Decorate the perfect pumpkin without having to carve. We will provide the pumpkins along with the decorating supplies. You can take your creation home or leave it on display at the library. Limit 10. 

Teen Craft Club is on the 2nd Wednesday of every month, unless otherwise noted.

10/22/26 @ 5:00pm - 10/22/26 @ 6:00pm Room B Bloomingdale Public Library

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

Registration is required. Registration starts: 09/21/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 10/20/2026 @ 5:00pm

Create your own delicious fish-free sushi out of candy! All supplies are provided. Limit 8.

 

Note: These creations contain gelatin and products containing gelatin should not be consumed by those who are vegan and/or halal. 

10/26/26 @ 4:00pm - 10/26/26 @ 5:00pm Room B Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 09/21/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 10/23/2026 @ 9:00am

A Zen Garden helps with mindfulness, raking the garden for a calming and meditative practice. Create your own Zen Garden during this program. Instructions and examples will be provided! Limit 10. 

Mindful Skills are the last Monday of every month, unless otherwise noted.

08/31/26 @ 9:00am - 08/31/26 @ 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.