Annual Events

May

Free Comic Book Day
May 4, 2024



Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at the library! Create super crafts and pick up some free comics (3 per person, while supplies last)! Thank you to Keith's Komix (528 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL 60193) for the support!

June

Summer Reading Program
Read, Renew, Repeat! - June 3 through July 27

  • Monday, June 3: Registration Begins
  • Saturday, July 27: Last Day to Check in Titles

Summer Concert Series
June 14, 2024 (12-1 pm): Strung Out



Strung Out is Chicago’s ultimate 70’s musical experience.

They’ve dug through the incredible treasure trove of classic 70’s music that other bands overlook and found the greatest songs that are as diverse as the decade itself! Rock, soul, funk and fantastic one-hit wonders that are instantly recognizable have made them a favorite for audiences of all ages.

Summer Concerts are held in front of the library in the Dominic Froio Memorial Garden (with limited shade). Folding chairs will be provided, but for maximum comfort you are welcome to bring your own chair and/or hand-held shade umbrella. Popcorn, water, and ice cream will be available for purchase from the Friends of the Library, along with some fun give-aways.

  • popcorn 50¢
  • ice cream 50¢
  • water 25¢

Please bring small bills and quarters; we cannot provide change for $10 or over.

Attend all 3 Summer Concerts and get your Grand Prize entry sheet stamped at each one to be entered into the Grand Prize drawing after the final concert in August.

Enzo's Sports Bar & Wood-Fire Pizza
- $50 gift card
Face Reflections
- $100 gift card with spa product goodie bag
Anyways Pub
- (2) $50 gift cards (two prizes, $50 each)
Sporty's Restaurant & Catering
- $25 gift card

Thank you to these companies for their generous donations!

Summer Concerts are held rain or shine - concerts will move indoors for inclement weather.
Concerts are co-sponsored by the Village of Bloomingdale.

July

Summer Concert Series
July 12, 2024 (12-1 pm): The Beatelles



Meet The Beatelles! Experience the timeless music of The Beatles performed with harmonious perfection by four powerhouse female vocalists. Backed by musicians with years of Beatle tribute experience, this female fronted, multimedia production, brings a fresh and entertaining twist to a familiar and endearing songbook that spans from 'Love Me Do' to 'Let It Be'.

Summer Concerts are held in front of the library in the Dominic Froio Memorial Garden (with limited shade). Folding chairs will be provided, but for maximum comfort you are welcome to bring your own chair and/or hand-held shade umbrella. Popcorn, water, and ice cream will be available for purchase from the Friends of the Library, along with some fun give-aways.

  • popcorn 50¢
  • ice cream 50¢
  • water 25¢

Please bring small bills and quarters; we cannot provide change for $10 or over.

Attend all 3 Summer Concerts and get your Grand Prize entry sheet stamped at each one to be entered into the Grand Prize drawing after the final concert in August.

Enzo's Sports Bar & Wood-Fire Pizza
- $50 gift card
Face Reflections
- $100 gift card with spa product goodie bag
Anyways Pub
- (2) $50 gift cards (two prizes, $50 each)
Sporty's Restaurant & Catering
- $25 gift card

Thank you to these companies for their generous donations!

Summer Concerts are held rain or shine - concerts will move indoors for inclement weather.
Concerts are co-sponsored by the Village of Bloomingdale.

August

Ice Cream Social
Thursday, August 1, 2024 (5:30-8:30 p.m.) Celebrate the end of summer reading with ice cream novelty treats!


Join us in the BPL parking lot for:

  • ice cream $1.50 each (with tickets purchased at event)
  • popcorn 50¢ each (with tickets purchased at event)
  • iced coffee $1 each (with tickets purchased at event)
    • no bills over $20 accepted for library refreshment tickets
  • Milo's Lemonade - giving free samples
  • live DJ entertainment (David "DJ X2" Leith)
  • free carnival rides
  • free games
  • free face painting
  • free balloon artists
  • kids' play area

More details to come as plans are finalized.


Summer Concert Series
August 9, 2024 (12-1): Zydeco VooDoo




Zydeco Voodoo plays a fun mix of New Orleans style music and Zydeco, as well as popular rock, blues, and our original tunes in an upbeat style you may hear down on Bourbon street.
The music gets you dancing, singing along and having a good time. We encourage children and adults to come up on stage and participate by dancing or playing our percussion instruments.

Summer Concerts are held in front of the library in the Dominic Froio Memorial Garden (with limited shade). Folding chairs will be provided, but for maximum comfort you are welcome to bring your own chair and/or hand-held shade umbrella. Popcorn, water, and ice cream will be available for purchase from the Friends of the Library, along with some fun give-aways.

  • popcorn 50¢
  • ice cream 50¢
  • water 25¢

Please bring small bills and quarters; we cannot provide change for $10 or over.

Attend all 3 Summer Concerts and get your Grand Prize entry sheet stamped at each one to be entered into the Grand Prize drawing after the final concert in August.

Enzo's Sports Bar & Wood-Fire Pizza
- $50 gift card
Face Reflections
- $100 gift card with spa product goodie bag
Anyways Pub
- (2) $50 gift cards (two prizes, $50 each)
Sporty's Restaurant & Catering
- $25 gift card

Thank you to these companies for their generous donations!

Summer Concerts are held rain or shine - concerts will move indoors for inclement weather.
Concerts are co-sponsored by the Village of Bloomingdale.

October

BOOmingdale Halloween Event
Saturday, October 19
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Village Complex Lots (Police & Fire Departments and Park District)
details to be announced

November

Snowman Crossing (Community Decorated Trees) - November 27 through December 2

All community groups and organizations in Bloomingdale are invited to decorate a tree that will be displayed throughout the month of December on the library grounds. For more information, please call Jamie Schingoethe in the Business Office at (630) 924-2721 or email at jschingoethe@mybpl.org.

December

Annual Holiday Open House
Tuesday, December 3
6:45 - 8:45 p.m.

Winter Reading Program
date to be announced

Breakfast and Brunch with Santa
Saturday, December 14
Ticket sale dates to be announced closer to event



Please note: BPL staff does their best to secure groups and vendors for each of our Annual Events. However, entertainment/vendors are subject to change based on availability or last minute changes. We will do our best to communicate these changes in advance, but that is not always possible. Thank you for your understanding.