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12/03/26 @ 5:00pm - 12/03/26 @ 8:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Bloomingdale Public Library (BPL) cardholders (ages 12-adult) are welcome to use the Makerspace during Open Use Hours. If you're a Bloomingdale resident who would like to use the Makerspace, you can apply for a library card at the Circulation Desk. Minors 17 years and younger need a parent/guardian present to apply for a library card.

BPL Makerspace Mission
For people interested in DIY, crafting, and making, the BPL Makerspace is a place where you can gather to work on projects while sharing ideas, equipment, and knowledge. We've designed a space suitable for learning, crafting, and collaborating.

Age Limits
The Makerspace is open to Bloomingdale Public Library cardholders ages 12-adult. Children 11 years and younger are allowed to use the Makerspace when supervised at all times by a BPL cardholder.

For more information on the Makerspace, available equipment, and reserving equipment, visit the Makerspace webpage - https://mybpl.org/makerspace

12/05/26 @ 12:00pm - 12/05/26 @ 4:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Bloomingdale Public Library (BPL) cardholders (ages 12-adult) are welcome to use the Makerspace during Open Use Hours. If you're a Bloomingdale resident who would like to use the Makerspace, you can apply for a library card at the Circulation Desk. Minors 17 years and younger need a parent/guardian present to apply for a library card.

BPL Makerspace Mission
For people interested in DIY, crafting, and making, the BPL Makerspace is a place where you can gather to work on projects while sharing ideas, equipment, and knowledge. We've designed a space suitable for learning, crafting, and collaborating.

Age Limits
The Makerspace is open to Bloomingdale Public Library cardholders ages 12-adult. Children 11 years and younger are allowed to use the Makerspace when supervised at all times by a BPL cardholder.

For more information on the Makerspace, available equipment, and reserving equipment, visit the Makerspace webpage - https://mybpl.org/makerspace

12/10/26 @ 5:00pm - 12/10/26 @ 8:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Bloomingdale Public Library (BPL) cardholders (ages 12-adult) are welcome to use the Makerspace during Open Use Hours. If you're a Bloomingdale resident who would like to use the Makerspace, you can apply for a library card at the Circulation Desk. Minors 17 years and younger need a parent/guardian present to apply for a library card.

BPL Makerspace Mission
For people interested in DIY, crafting, and making, the BPL Makerspace is a place where you can gather to work on projects while sharing ideas, equipment, and knowledge. We've designed a space suitable for learning, crafting, and collaborating.

Age Limits
The Makerspace is open to Bloomingdale Public Library cardholders ages 12-adult. Children 11 years and younger are allowed to use the Makerspace when supervised at all times by a BPL cardholder.

For more information on the Makerspace, available equipment, and reserving equipment, visit the Makerspace webpage - https://mybpl.org/makerspace

12/12/26 @ 12:00pm - 12/12/26 @ 4:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Bloomingdale Public Library (BPL) cardholders (ages 12-adult) are welcome to use the Makerspace during Open Use Hours. If you're a Bloomingdale resident who would like to use the Makerspace, you can apply for a library card at the Circulation Desk. Minors 17 years and younger need a parent/guardian present to apply for a library card.

BPL Makerspace Mission
For people interested in DIY, crafting, and making, the BPL Makerspace is a place where you can gather to work on projects while sharing ideas, equipment, and knowledge. We've designed a space suitable for learning, crafting, and collaborating.

Age Limits
The Makerspace is open to Bloomingdale Public Library cardholders ages 12-adult. Children 11 years and younger are allowed to use the Makerspace when supervised at all times by a BPL cardholder.

For more information on the Makerspace, available equipment, and reserving equipment, visit the Makerspace webpage - https://mybpl.org/makerspace

12/17/26 @ 5:00pm - 12/17/26 @ 8:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Bloomingdale Public Library (BPL) cardholders (ages 12-adult) are welcome to use the Makerspace during Open Use Hours. If you're a Bloomingdale resident who would like to use the Makerspace, you can apply for a library card at the Circulation Desk. Minors 17 years and younger need a parent/guardian present to apply for a library card.

BPL Makerspace Mission
For people interested in DIY, crafting, and making, the BPL Makerspace is a place where you can gather to work on projects while sharing ideas, equipment, and knowledge. We've designed a space suitable for learning, crafting, and collaborating.

Age Limits
The Makerspace is open to Bloomingdale Public Library cardholders ages 12-adult. Children 11 years and younger are allowed to use the Makerspace when supervised at all times by a BPL cardholder.

For more information on the Makerspace, available equipment, and reserving equipment, visit the Makerspace webpage - https://mybpl.org/makerspace

12/19/26 @ 12:00pm - 12/19/26 @ 4:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Limited Hours in December and January - MAKERSPACE CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Be sure to visit the Makerspace by Thursday, December 17 to get in your last minute holiday crafts and gifts! The Makerspace will be closed for the holidays starting Saturday, December 19 and will reopen for Bloomingdale cardholders on Thursday, January 7, 2027.

12/26/26 @ 12:00pm - 12/26/26 @ 4:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Limited Hours in December and January - MAKERSPACE CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Be sure to visit the Makerspace by Thursday, December 17 to get in your last minute holiday crafts and gifts! The Makerspace will be closed for the holidays starting Saturday, December 19 and will reopen for Bloomingdale cardholders on Thursday, January 7, 2027.

01/02/27 @ 12:00pm - 01/02/27 @ 4:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Limited Hours in December and January - MAKERSPACE CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Be sure to visit the Makerspace by Thursday, December 17 to get in your last minute holiday crafts and gifts! The Makerspace will be closed for the holidays starting Saturday, December 19 and will reopen for Bloomingdale cardholders on Thursday, January 7, 2027.

09/02/26 @ 2:00pm - 09/02/26 @ 5:00pm Room C Bloomingdale Public Library

09/02/26 @ 5:00pm - 09/02/26 @ 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. 

09/01/26 @ 3:30pm - 09/01/26 @ 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. 

09/02/26 @ 3:00pm - 09/02/26 @ 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. 

09/04/26 @ 9:00am - 09/04/26 @ 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. 

09/05/26 @ 10:30am - 09/05/26 @ 11:30am Room C Bloomingdale Public Library

Community Group

09/05/26 @ 12:00pm - 09/05/26 @ 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. 

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.