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09/13/26 @ 1:00pm - 09/13/26 @ 5:00pm 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. 

09/15/26 @ 12:30pm - 09/15/26 @ 9:00pm 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. 

09/16/26 @ 1:00pm - 09/16/26 @ 9:00pm 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. 

09/17/26 @ 12:00pm - 09/17/26 @ 5:30pm 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. 

09/18/26 @ 9:00am - 09/18/26 @ 5:00pm 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. 

09/19/26 @ 1:00pm - 09/19/26 @ 5:00pm 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. 

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

Learn practical and inexpensive ways to protect your computer against data loss, virus infection, and online scams. Software solutions, backup techniques, and safe Internet behavior will all be discussed.

12/01/26 @ 6:45pm - 12/01/26 @ 8:45pm Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Stop by the library for this fun open house! We begin at 6:45 p.m. outdoors when our special guest arrives to light our holiday trees for the season. We then move inside for entertainment, crafts, snacks, and more!

Tentative Schedule and Activities:

6:45 p.m. Outdoor Tree Lighting

7:00-7:30 p.m. Entertainment in Meeting Rooms A/B

7:45-8:45 p.m. Pianist in Meeting Rooms A/B

7:00-8:45 p.m. Harpist in Adult Services

7:00-8:45 p.m. Holiday Sing-Along Program in Meeting Room C

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Photos with Santa

Refreshments

Free gift (while supplies last, one per adult in attendance)

Children's craft in the BPL Makerspace

Strolling carolers

Face painter

Juggler

Co-Sponsored by the Village of Bloomingdale. Special thanks to the Bloomingdale Police Department, Fire Department, and Public Works!

11/10/26 @ 6:30pm - 11/10/26 @ 8:00pm Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 11/10/2026 @ 7:00pm

Beneath the Elegance: Unmasking the Resilience of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis

Look beyond the enchanting beauty and seemingly flawless facade of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and you'll discover a woman who weathered the storms of profound tragedy. Chief among these trials was the heart-wrenching assassination of her husband, President John F. Kennedy.

Step into the world of the iconic Jackie Kennedy, brilliantly portrayed by historical presenter, Michelle Gibbons. Jackie herself will guide you through the pages of her life, revealing the depth of her love and unwavering devotion to John F. Kennedy and their cherished children. She'll offer insights into her life both before and after John, while also sharing the ever-evolving world of fashion during her time, among many other facets of her captivating journey.

Join us in uncovering the layers of resilience that defined Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, a woman who stood strong in the face of adversity and left an indelible mark on history.

11/23/26 @ 6:30pm - 11/23/26 @ 8:45pm Room A Bloomingdale Public Library bingo night 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.)

09/10/26 @ 3:30pm - 09/10/26 @ 5:00pm Conference Room Bloomingdale Public Library

10/05/26 @ 7:00pm - 10/05/26 @ 8:00pm Virtual Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 08/25/2026 @ 7:00pm

Explore this robust graphics application that combines the functionality of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.  Free with a Canva account, it is a popular solution to the retiring Microsoft Publisher that can also edit PDFs.

10/15/26 @ 7:00pm - 10/15/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 10/15/2026 @ 7:00pm

Do you have old photos, either printed or slides? Old movies on Super8, VHS, DVD, or other formats? Learn how to convert them all to digital files at the library for free!

10/19/26 @ 7:00pm - 10/19/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 10/19/2026 @ 7:00pm

Learn the basic concepts for creating and using spreadsheets. Formatting, designing, and sorting spreadsheets will be discussed along with the first steps towards creating formulas and using functions

10/26/26 @ 7:00pm - 10/26/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 10/26/2026 @ 7:00pm

After a thorough examination of basic formula design, take the next step into more advanced spreadsheets by learning about charts, linking between multiple worksheets, and complex functions like VLookup. 

10/28/26 @ 2:00pm - 10/28/26 @ 3:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 10/28/2026 @ 2:00pm

A friendly introduction to computer topics aimed at senior citizens. Lots of guided hands on practice and time for questions. In this session we’ll be learning about smart phones. Students are welcome to work on their own devices while the instructor demonstrates with both an iPhone and Android. 

10/29/26 @ 7:00pm - 10/29/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 10/29/2026 @ 7:00pm

In this class we look at how to use the tools within Microsoft Word to overcome the retirement of Microsoft Publisher.  We will cover the basics of arranging graphics and text to make flyers, cards, and pamphlets. 

11/02/26 @ 7:00pm - 11/02/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 11/02/2026 @ 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. Learn the basics of using the software to create and edit your own designs.

11/05/26 @ 7:00pm - 11/05/26 @ 8:30pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 12/31/1969 @ 6:00pm Registration end: 11/05/2026 @ 7:00pm

From optimizing battery life to enhancing privacy, settings adjustments can help make the most out of your iPhone. Discover appearance customization, app permissions, accessibility features, and more.

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

Smartwatches like the Apple Watch give us computers on our wrists! Discover how they can help you meet your fitness goals, keep track of important events, and even replace your phone for common tasks.