Calendar

12/11/25 @ 5:00pm - 12/11/25 @ 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

12/12/25 @ 10:30am - 12/12/25 @ 11:00am Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Storytime Sessions are back at Bloomingdale Public Library. Children of all ages can join us for a storytime.  The Youth Services department provides age-appropriate interactive fun with stories, sign language, music and more. 

Family Storytime is for all ages with caregiver.

12/13/25 @ 12:00pm - 12/13/25 @ 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

12/17/25 @ 10:00am - 12/17/25 @ 11:30am Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Every Wednesday, meet and chat with other parents and caregivers while your child socializes and explores with hands-on toys. Weekly drop-in event for ages 0-24 months.

Out of consideration for baby safety and to encourage child/caregiver bonding, older siblings cannot be accommodated in this program. 

12/18/25 @ 5:00pm - 12/18/25 @ 8:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Limited Hours in December - MAKERSPACE CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Be sure to visit the Makerspace by Saturday, December 13 to get in your last minute holiday crafts and gifts! The Makerspace will be closed for the holiday starting Thursday, December 18 and will reopen for Bloomingdale cardholders on Saturday, January 3, 2026.

12/20/25 @ 12:00pm - 12/20/25 @ 4:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Limited Hours in December - MAKERSPACE CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Be sure to visit the Makerspace by Saturday, December 13 to get in your last minute holiday crafts and gifts! The Makerspace will be closed for the holiday starting Thursday, December 18 and will reopen for Bloomingdale cardholders on Saturday, January 3, 2026.

12/25/25 @ 5:00pm - 12/25/25 @ 8:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Limited Hours in December - MAKERSPACE CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Be sure to visit the Makerspace by Saturday, December 13 to get in your last minute holiday crafts and gifts! The Makerspace will be closed for the holiday starting Thursday, December 18 and will reopen for Bloomingdale cardholders on Saturday, January 3, 2026.

12/27/25 @ 12:00pm - 12/27/25 @ 4:00pm Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Limited Hours in December - MAKERSPACE CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Be sure to visit the Makerspace by Saturday, December 13 to get in your last minute holiday crafts and gifts! The Makerspace will be closed for the holiday starting Thursday, December 18 and will reopen for Bloomingdale cardholders on Saturday, January 3, 2026.

01/07/26 @ 10:00am - 01/07/26 @ 11:30am Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Every Wednesday, meet and chat with other parents and caregivers while your child socializes and explores with hands-on toys. Weekly drop-in event for ages 0-24 months.

Out of consideration for baby safety and to encourage child/caregiver bonding, older siblings cannot be accommodated in this program. 

01/05/26 @ 1:30pm - 01/05/26 @ 2:00pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Storytime Sessions are back at Bloomingdale Public Library. Children of all ages can join us for a storytime.  The Youth Services department provides age-appropriate interactive fun with stories, sign language, music and more.

Preschool storytime is for children 3-5 with or without caregivers. 

01/08/26 @ 10:30am - 01/08/26 @ 11:00am Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Storytime Sessions are back at Bloomingdale Public Library. Children of all ages can join us for a storytime.  The Youth Services department provides age-appropriate interactive fun with stories, sign language, music and more. 

Toddler Time is for children ages 2-3 with caregiver. 

01/09/26 @ 10:30am - 01/09/26 @ 11:00am Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Storytime Sessions are back at Bloomingdale Public Library. Children of all ages can join us for a storytime.  The Youth Services department provides age-appropriate interactive fun with stories, sign language, music and more. 

Family Storytime is for all ages with caregiver.

01/12/26 @ 1:30pm - 01/12/26 @ 2:00pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Storytime Sessions are back at Bloomingdale Public Library. Children of all ages can join us for a storytime.  The Youth Services department provides age-appropriate interactive fun with stories, sign language, music and more.

Preschool storytime is for children 3-5 with or without caregivers. 

01/14/26 @ 10:00am - 01/14/26 @ 11:30am Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Every Wednesday, meet and chat with other parents and caregivers while your child socializes and explores with hands-on toys. Weekly drop-in event for ages 0-24 months.

Out of consideration for baby safety and to encourage child/caregiver bonding, older siblings cannot be accommodated in this program. 

01/15/26 @ 10:30am - 01/15/26 @ 11:00am Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Storytime Sessions are back at Bloomingdale Public Library. Children of all ages can join us for a storytime.  The Youth Services department provides age-appropriate interactive fun with stories, sign language, music and more. 

Toddler Time is for children ages 2-3 with caregiver. 

01/16/26 @ 10:30am - 01/16/26 @ 11:00am Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Storytime Sessions are back at Bloomingdale Public Library. Children of all ages can join us for a storytime.  The Youth Services department provides age-appropriate interactive fun with stories, sign language, music and more. 

Family Storytime is for all ages with caregiver.

01/19/26 @ 1:30pm - 01/19/26 @ 2:00pm Room C/Makerspace Bloomingdale Public Library

Storytime Sessions are back at Bloomingdale Public Library. Children of all ages can join us for a storytime.  The Youth Services department provides age-appropriate interactive fun with stories, sign language, music and more.

Preschool storytime is for children 3-5 with or without caregivers. 

01/21/26 @ 10:00am - 01/21/26 @ 11:30am Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Every Wednesday, meet and chat with other parents and caregivers while your child socializes and explores with hands-on toys. Weekly drop-in event for ages 0-24 months.

Out of consideration for baby safety and to encourage child/caregiver bonding, older siblings cannot be accommodated in this program. 

01/22/26 @ 10:30am - 01/22/26 @ 11:00am Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Storytime Sessions are back at Bloomingdale Public Library. Children of all ages can join us for a storytime.  The Youth Services department provides age-appropriate interactive fun with stories, sign language, music and more. 

Toddler Time is for children ages 2-3 with caregiver. 

01/23/26 @ 10:30am - 01/23/26 @ 11:00am Room A/B Bloomingdale Public Library

Storytime Sessions are back at Bloomingdale Public Library. Children of all ages can join us for a storytime.  The Youth Services department provides age-appropriate interactive fun with stories, sign language, music and more. 

Family Storytime is for all ages with caregiver.