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06/04/26 @ 7:00pm - 06/04/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 06/04/2026 @ 7:00pm

Looking for entertainment while driving, walking outside, or working around the house? Consider some of the free digital resources provided by the library. Learn how to get audiobooks on your phone, eBooks for your devices, and stream TV, music, or movies on phones, computers, or smart TVs

06/10/26 @ 6:30pm - 06/10/26 @ 8:30pm Room A Bloomingdale Public Library

Community Group

06/11/26 @ 7:00pm - 06/11/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 06/11/2026 @ 7:00pm

This summer, build confidence with your mobile device through hands-on learning. Learn how to download and manage apps, organize your home screen, customize settings, access and organize photos, enjoy your music, and seamlessly synchronize your phone with other devices—along with many other practical skills to enhance your everyday digital experience.

06/15/26 @ 7:00pm - 06/15/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 06/15/2026 @ 7:00pm

WhatsApp is a popular free messaging platform for staying connected with friends and family and requires only a Google or Apple account to download. Learn how to create an account and to message and call people.

06/18/26 @ 7:00pm - 06/18/26 @ 8:30pm Room A Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 06/18/2026 @ 7:00pm

Cricut Design Space is a free, cloud-based application for working with the Cricut Maker, a machine featured in our Makerspace that can create designs out of paper, vinyl, fabric, and more. This class will teach you the basics of using the software to create and edit your own designs. Note: No equipment or supplies needed.

06/22/26 @ 7:00pm - 06/22/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 06/22/2026 @ 7:00pm

Learn the basics of taking and editing photos and movies with Android and iPhones. Learn to use free editing products to prepare photos and movies for sharing. Different phones offer a wide range of camera features, so we will focus on more generally available tools rather than some of the higher end options.

06/25/26 @ 7:00pm - 06/25/26 @ 8:30pm Room A Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 06/25/2026 @ 7:00pm

A smartphone is a computer in your pocket, but the Apple Watch gives you a computer on your wrist! It can help you meet fitness goals, keep track of important events, and even replace your phone for common tasks

07/06/26 @ 7:00pm - 07/06/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 07/06/2026 @ 7:00pm

Learn how Microsoft’s cloud computing product works, both from a licensing perspective and day-to-day use, while becoming familiar with the advantages and disadvantages of working with OneDrive, SharePoint, and the online versions of classic Office programs like Word and Excel. We will also dive into some of the more obscure office programs for those interested in Teams, Forms, Power Automate, and more.

07/09/26 @ 7:00pm - 07/09/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 07/09/2026 @ 7:00pm

Dive into the possibilities of generative AI this summer. Learn the basics of working with powerful, free AI tools to refine your writing, transform text into natural-sounding speech, design simple infographics, and convert audio into clear, usable text. *This class description was written with an AI tool!

07/13/26 @ 7:00pm - 07/13/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 07/13/2026 @ 7:00pm

Explore entertainment options beyond paying for cable. Discuss how to connect your TV or other devices to streaming services, what options are out there to replace or improve on current service, and how to determine what’s right for you.

07/16/26 @ 7:00pm - 07/16/26 @ 8:30pm Room A Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 07/16/2026 @ 7:00pm

Comfortable with Tinkercad? You might be ready to take your skills to the next level with Blender, a free, robust 3D modelling suite.

05/17/26 @ 2:30pm - 05/17/26 @ 4:00pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library

Our drop in Chess Club meets on Sundays during the school year to have fun and keep in practice for the summer interlibrary tournament. Kids and teens are welcome to stop by and play some games!

 

06/04/26 @ 7:00pm - 06/04/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 06/04/2026 @ 7:00pm

Looking for entertainment while driving, walking outside, or working around the house? Consider some of the free digital resources provided by the library. Learn how to get audiobooks on your phone, eBooks for your devices, and stream TV, music, or movies on phones, computers, or smart TVs

06/11/26 @ 3:00pm - 06/11/26 @ 4:00pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 06/11/2026 @ 3:00pm

Learn computer programming in a fun, easy, environment. Kids grades 4-8 will use Scratch to make animations, backgrounds, sounds, and a playable game in just a couple sessions. Whether you’ve never programmed before or already know some basics, you’re welcome to join in! Students are encouraged to attend all three sessions, but videos will be posted on YouTube for students who miss a class.

06/11/26 @ 7:00pm - 06/11/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 06/11/2026 @ 7:00pm

This summer, build confidence with your mobile device through hands-on learning. Learn how to download and manage apps, organize your home screen, customize settings, access and organize photos, enjoy your music, and seamlessly synchronize your phone with other devices—along with many other practical skills to enhance your everyday digital experience.

06/15/26 @ 7:00pm - 06/15/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 06/15/2026 @ 7:00pm

WhatsApp is a popular free messaging platform for staying connected with friends and family and requires only a Google or Apple account to download. Learn how to create an account and to message and call people.

06/16/26 @ 2:00pm - 06/16/26 @ 3:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 06/16/2026 @ 2:00pm

Learn to find what you’re looking for online and be safe while you do it. From a basic Google search to getting directions or learning to read through online discussions, all forms of Internet searching will be discussed in depth along with security concerns and basic safety tips.

06/18/26 @ 3:00pm - 06/18/26 @ 4:00pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 06/18/2026 @ 3:00pm

Learn computer programming in a fun, easy, environment. Kids grades 4-8 will use Scratch to make animations, backgrounds, sounds, and a playable game in just a couple sessions. Whether you’ve never programmed before or already know some basics, you’re welcome to join in! Students are encouraged to attend all three sessions, but videos will be posted on YouTube for students who miss a class. 

06/18/26 @ 7:00pm - 06/18/26 @ 8:30pm Room A Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 06/18/2026 @ 7:00pm

Cricut Design Space is a free, cloud-based application for working with the Cricut Maker, a machine featured in our Makerspace that can create designs out of paper, vinyl, fabric, and more. This class will teach you the basics of using the software to create and edit your own designs. Note: No equipment or supplies needed.

06/22/26 @ 7:00pm - 06/22/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 06/22/2026 @ 7:00pm