You're Invited to Our Ice Cream Social!

Thursday, August 5
5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.


Join us on Thursday, August 5, from 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. for our annual Ice Cream Social, sponsored by the Bloomingdale Public Library, the Friends of the Bloomingdale Public Library, and the Village of Bloomingdale. Activities at the outdoor social will include music, free face painting, games, and rides. Refreshments will be served. The winners of the Scare Up a Good Book! summer reading program will be announced at the Ice Cream Social. See you there!

Sunshine Serenades Presents the Surfers

Friday, August 13
Noon - 1:00 p.m.


Are you nostalic for some mellow music reminiscent of the Beach Boys? If so, you won't want to miss the last Sunshine Serenades concert on Friday, August 13 from noon to 1:00 p.m. in Founders Park Gazebo. Concerts will be held rain or shine! Refreshments will be available for purchase.

Adult Services Programs

Library Orientations

Saturday, August 7
10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.


If you are a new resident in Bloomingdale or would like to find out more about the library, attend our Library tour offered on the first Saturday of each month. Join a reference librarian as we give a short overview of all the library has to offer. We will show you where various items are located, and tell you about the services we offer, so you can get the most out of your library. We also offer library tours by appointment. Call the Reference Desk at (630) 924-2730 to schedule your tour.

The Organized Family

Tuesday, August 10

6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

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Professional organizer Beth Randall will provide organizing tips for families with busy, active, school-aged kids. She will discuss how to make organizing a family commitment, not just something Mom or Dad does! You will learn how to handle your children’s school papers, extra-curricular paperwork, and artwork. Beth will also offer suggestions on how to set up routines and schedules, and how to get kids to help with household chores.

English Conversation Group

Wednesday, August 11 and Wednesday, August 25
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

The English Conversation Group is co-sponsored by Literacy DuPage. This drop-in conversation group is designed to give adult English-as-a-second language learners practice speaking English in an informal, relaxed atmosphere. There is no registration required for this free program. Come meet others who are interested in improving their English language skills!

The English Conversation Group meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.

Seniors' Game Day

Thursday, August 12
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.


Join us for an afternoon of cards, board games and even video games especially for adults 55 and over! This monthly program is a great way to take a break from your day and meet others who share your interests. The Library provides the refreshments and a great selection of games to try. There is no registration needed for this free program. Bring your friends!

A Taste of Italy

Tuesday, August 17
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

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From the majestic Alps of northern Italy’s Aosta Valley, to the lovely vineyards of Sicily, Margot Justes and Susan Miura will take you on a photographic tour of Italy and share some of the foods that have made these regions famous. Each attendee will be given free food samples to enjoy and will leave with a packet of recipes from several regions of Italy. Space is limited.

Reducing Stress in Your Household

Wednesday, August 25

6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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Giesela Grumbach of the University of Illinois Extension will discuss common sources of stress, including personal finances, and how to manage them to lead a more balanced life.

Genealogy Club

Thursday, August 26
6:30 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.

Are you interested in networking with other genealogy buffs? Join the Genealogy Club! The Genealogy Club meets on the fourth Thursday of the month, except in November and December. Participants share search strategies and explore library resources with expert guidance from Leslie Drewitz from our Local History Room. Registration is not required, just stop on by!

Book Discussion Group News

Bloomingdale Mystery Mavens

A Nail Through the Heart by Tim Hallinan
Wednesday, July 28
7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Join fellow mystery fans for an illuminating discussion of mysteries at the Bloomingdale Mystery Mavens book group. The Mystery Mavens meet on the fourth Wednesday of every month except June, August, and December. Copies of book selections are available at the circulation desk one month before the discussion. Newcomers are always welcome!
Upcoming Titles

Historical Book Discussion Group

Best of Times: America in the Clinton Years by Haynes Johnson
Tuesday, August 3 at 10:00 a.m.

The historical book discussion group meets on the first Tuesday of each month. Copies of book selections are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the discussion. Newcomers are always welcome!
Upcoming Titles

Adult Book Discussion Group

Blame by Michelle Hunevan
Thursday, August 19 at 7:30 p.m.

The adult book discussion group meets on the third Thursday of each month, except in December. Copies of book selections are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the discussion. Newcomers are always welcome!
Upcoming Titles

Young Adult Programs

Second Thursday of the month - August 12
Fourth Thursday of the month - July 22, August 26, September 23
6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Experience gaming on our big screen! Show off your skills in Guitar Hero and Rock Band, fight against friends in Super Smash Bros. Brawl, race in Mario Kart Wii, or groove to DDR. Bring your friends and enjoy free food! Registration not necessary, just stop on by! While you're here, be sure to check out the Library's collection of console video games, which includes games for Playstation 2, Playstation 3, PSP, Xbox, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, Nintendo GameCube, and Nintendo DS. Find a full list of policies and video games here!

A Yu-gi-Oh! card tournament will be held at every first Teen Game Night of the month (the second Thursday). Tournaments are single duel, and no proxy cards are allowed during tournament play.

1st Thursday of the Month
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, August 4 (different night due to Library's Ice Cream Social)
September 2
October 7

Watch anime on the library’s big screen! Help plan new anime and manga events, suggest new anime to watch, bring in your decks to duel, and eat some great snacks. Registration not necessary!

Youth Services Programs

Beginning Genealogy for Kids (Ages 8-14)

Wednesday, Aug. 11, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Registration is required and begins on August 2 for Bloomingdale Residents. Registration for non-residents will begin on August 4.

Become a sleuth! Investigate your family's history! Learn the basics of tracing your family tree and start investigating who you really are.