Potential Plans for the Future of the
Bartlett Public Library District Building
Throughout 2025, the library engaged our community through surveys and presentations to gather feedback on improvements and funding options the community supports to improve our aging facilities.
Based on the feedback we received, the community's top choice for addressing these needs is a $16.3 million renovation and expansion plan to the current library. The second choice was a new library for $32.5 million.
The Library Board of Trustees is considering placing a referendum on the November 3, 2026 ballot to seek funding approval from the community and will make the final decision on a potential referendum in August of 2026. In the meantime, the library is holding five more community engagement meetings this spring to share drawings and renderings of two potential projects one for additions/renovations to the current library and one for a new library and seek additional feedback from the public.
Upcoming Events
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Teen Space
Age Group:
Youth,
Elementary School,
Middle School,
Teens
Program Type:
Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:
Grades 4-12. Join us for a fun, local Mario Kart World tournament using the Library’s Nintendo Switch. Prizes will be awarded to top players.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
This program requires you to register.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
The Hub
Age Group:
Youth,
Elementary School,
Middle School
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Grades 2-6. Everyone is invited to play chess with us! Participants should know how the pieces move and the basics of the game.
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
This program requires you to register.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
West Conference Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Spend an evening coloring in art. Coloring pencils will be provided.
This event is in the "Teens" group
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Teen Space
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Crafts for anyone in grades 7-12. Available in the Teen Space while supplies last. You can check back during the month for additional kits.
Disclaimer(s)
ADA Accommodation
Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
Kindergarten
Program Type:
Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:
Ages 2-6 with caregiver. Join us for a welcoming storytime that follows a set routine to give our youngest patrons a predictable experience. We will listen to books, play games, practice fingerplays, and retell our last story using a felt board.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
ADA Accommodation
Any person needing an accommodation for a disability should contact the Administrative Office at adacoordinator@bartlettlibrary.org, (630) 837-2855, or in writing, not less than five working days prior to the event.
Registration Required
This program requires you to register.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Middle School" group
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Youth,
Elementary School,
Middle School
Program Type:
STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:
Grades 4-6. Come work on several projects involving craft sticks that the librarian challenges you to make!
Disclaimer(s)
Registration Required
This program requires you to register.
New & Noteworthy
BPLD's Little Free Pantry
This is self-service food pantry is free, anonymous, and accessible during library hours.
Bartlett Public Library Foundation Seeking New Directors
Join the Bartlett Public Library Foundation - Make a Lasting Impact!
The Bartlett Public Library is going fine free!
As of July 1, 2024, no overdue fines will be charged for materials that are checked out at the Bartlett Public Library District, with exceptions for special collections.
