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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
The Hub
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Event Details:
Join us to discuss Saving Simon: How a Rescue Donkey taught me the meaning of Compassion by Jon Katz. Copies are available for checkout at the Adult Services Desk.
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 "Preschool" group
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Story Room
Age Group:
Preschool
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
Join Mrs. Michelle and listen to stories, move to music, and end with a variety of fun activities that focus on emergent literacy skills. While the activities are geared to the preschool age group, older and younger siblings are welcome.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Reading & Writing
Event Details:
Join us to discuss The Mystery of Mrs. Christie by Marie Benedict. Copies will be available for checkout at the Adult Services desk.
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 "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 "Youth" group
Library Branch:
Bartlett Public Library District
Room:
Youth Services Department
Age Group:
Youth
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Visit the Youth Services Department to pick up a bird nest craft you can make at home. Crafts will be available while supplies last.
This event is in the "Youth" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Kindergarten" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
Bartlett Nature Center Storytime
3:00pm–4:00pm
Youth,
Preschool,
Kindergarten,
Elementary School
Storytime
Library Branch:
Off Site
Age Group:
Youth,
Preschool,
Kindergarten,
Elementary School
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
For ages 5-10 with accompanying adult. Attend this special library storytime at the Bartlett Nature Center! Enjoy a nature-themed storytime followed by a short hike led by Nature Center staff.
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.
Registration Required
This program requires you to register.
New & Noteworthy
National Library Week Passport Adventure
Celebrate National Library Week with a journey through the library to collect stamps for your passport and earn a prize!
Tax Day Coffee!
Reward yourself for a job well done with coffee and treats courtesy of the Friends of the Bartlett Library!
BPLD's Little Free Pantry
This is self-service food pantry is free, anonymous, and accessible during library hours.
