Calendar

11/11/26 @ 10:00am - 11/11/26 @ 10:30am Room A Bloomingdale Public Library

Baby, Let’s Make Music (Drop-In)  

0-24 months  

Wednesdays, October 28, November 4, November 11, November 18| 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.  

11/11/26 @ 1:00pm - 11/11/26 @ 2:00pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 10/19/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 11/11/2026 @ 1:00pm

Homeschool Hangout Series (Registration Required)   

Families  

Wednesdays, October 7 & November 11 | 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.   

11/12/26 @ 4:15pm - 11/12/26 @ 5:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 11/12/2026 @ 4:15pm

Makerspace Club: STEM Time (Registration Required)  

Grades 3-6  

Thursdays, October 8 & November 12| 4:15 – 5:00 p.m.   

Libraries are a great place to learn about science and technology while making cool stuff. Come join the fun! 

11/18/26 @ 10:00am - 11/18/26 @ 10:30am Room A Bloomingdale Public Library

Baby, Let’s Make Music (Drop-In)  

0-24 months  

Wednesdays, October 28, November 4, November 11, November 18| 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.  

11/19/26 @ 5:30pm - 11/19/26 @ 6:00pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 10/19/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 11/12/2026 @ 5:30pm

Happy Books Happy Cooks (Registration Required)   

Ages 3-Kindergarten

Thursdays, October 29 and November 19|5:30- 6:00 p.m.  

 A story time for all the budding chefs! Read a food-filled story and create a tasty treat. Please let us know of any allergies at the time of registration.  

11/19/26 @ 6:15pm - 11/19/26 @ 6:45pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library

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

Registration is required. Registration starts: 10/19/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 11/19/2026 @ 6:15pm

MidKid Snacks (Registration Required)   

Grades 1-4  

Thursdays, October 29 and November 19 | 6:15-6:45 p.m.  

Learn life skills and make tasty snacks while getting the scoop on our newest middle grade titles. Please let us know any allergies or dietary restrictions at the time of registration. 

10/14/26 @ 4:15pm - 10/14/26 @ 5:00pm Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

One Hundred Years of Winnie the Pooh (Drop-In)   

Families  

Wednesday, October 14| 4:15- 5:00 p.m.  

After 100 years, the characters of Winnie the Pooh are still beloved by many people. We will read part of the classic children's chapter book then celebrate with games, and crafts! 

10/20/26 @ 4:15pm - 10/20/26 @ 5:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Puffy Ghosts (Drop-In)   

Grades K-2 

Tuesdays, October 20 | 4:15- 5:00 p.m.  

To celebrate Halloween, create your own soft and spooky ghost decorations. 

10/25/26 @ 2:00pm - 10/25/26 @ 4:00pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 09/21/2026 @ 9:59am Registration end: 10/24/2026 @ 12:00pm

Miniatures Workshop (Registration Required)   

Grades 3-6 

Sunday, October 25 |2:00- 4:00 p.m.  

Use found items, classic tips and your own creativity to create tiny treasures. 

10/27/26 @ 1:30pm - 10/27/26 @ 2:15pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 09/21/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 10/27/2026 @ 1:30pm

Rosie's Walk (Registration Required) 

Ages 3-5 

Tuesday, October 27| 1:30- 2:15 p.m.  

Rosie the Hen takes a relaxed walk through the farmyard, while a sneaky fox lurks nearby. Explore this classic tale through crafts and activities.  

10/27/26 @ 5:00pm - 10/27/26 @ 6:00pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 09/21/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 10/26/2026 @ 12:00pm

Ghostish Games (Registration Required)   

Grades 2-4 

Tuesday, October 27 | 5:00-6:00 p.m.  

Yell Boo! When you play Halloween- themed BINGO and then make a monster craft to take home.  

10/30/26 @ 10:30am - 10/30/26 @ 11:15am Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 09/21/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 10/29/2026 @ 12:00pm

Potty Party (Registration Required)  

Ages 1-5  

Friday, October 30| 10:30-11:15 a.m. 

No more diapers, it’s time to use the potty! Toddlers of all stages of potty training are invited to a party with stories, songs, and activities to encourage potty use. 

11/02/26 @ 1:30pm - 11/02/26 @ 2:15pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Kevin Henkes Storytime (Drop-In)   

Families  

Monday, November 2 |1:30- 2:15 p.m.  

Enjoy the beautiful pictures of Kevin Henkes in storytime. Then, stay for a craft based on a story. 

11/03/26 @ 1:30pm - 11/03/26 @ 2:15pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 10/19/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 11/03/2026 @ 9:00am

How to be a Rockstar (Registration Required)   

Ages 3-5 

Tuesday, November 3 | 1:30-2:15 p.m.  

Calling all budding rock stars! Join us for fun music themed stories and crafts. 

11/04/26 @ 4:15pm - 11/04/26 @ 5:00pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 10/19/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 11/04/2026 @ 8:52am

Narwhal and Jelly Day (Registration Required) 

Grades K-2  

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

Celebrate the 10 year anniversary of Narwhal and Jelly with stories, games, and a learning to draw segment. 

11/05/26 @ 5:00pm - 11/05/26 @ 6:00pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 10/19/2026 @ 9:01am Registration end: 11/05/2026 @ 8:55am

Narwhal and Jelly Day (Registration Required) 

Grades K-2  

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

Celebrate the 10 year anniversary of Narwhal and Jelly with stories, games, and a learning to draw segment. 

11/09/26 @ 10:30am - 11/09/26 @ 11:15am Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Llama Llama Storytime (Drop-In)   

Families  

Monday, November 9 | 10:30-11:15 a.m.  

A special storytime to celebrate Llama, Llama- followed by a craft. 

11/09/26 @ 6:00pm - 11/09/26 @ 7:30pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 10/19/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 11/08/2026 @ 11:59am

Next Step Crochet (Registration Required)   

Grades 4-8; caregivers welcomed  

Monday, November 9 |6:00- 7:30 p.m.  

If you know how to make a chain and rows of SC, now take your skills to the next level. We will learn the half-double crochet stitch, the double crochet stitch, and reading slightly more complicated patterns. Participants must have basic crochet skills. 

11/16/26 @ 4:15pm - 11/16/26 @ 5:00pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 10/19/2026 @ 9:00am Registration end: 11/15/2026 @ 12:04pm

Wildwood Book Party (Registration Required)   

Grades 3-6 

Monday, November 16| 4:15-5:00 p.m.  

Read the first book in the series, pick this up at the youth services desk after signing up, or even join us if you are just excited about the movie. We will talk about the book, and enjoy some crafts based on the fantasy series. 

11/17/26 @ 1:30pm - 11/17/26 @ 2:15pm Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Toddler Dance Party (Drop-In)

18 months to 36 months

Tuesday, November 17

1:30-2:15 p.m.

Does your toddler like to move, groove and wiggle? Join us for a morning of music and movement.