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There are so many things going on at Bloomingdale Public Library this month! |
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Our Winter Reading Program
ends February 5 -
there's still time to log your reading!
See our website for full details at
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Join us on Facebook Live for a themed piano show for the whole family!
The video stream will be posted on the library’s Facebook Page shortly
before each show starts at 7:00 p.m.
You can request songs via the comments section, so make sure to come with a few ideas!
February shows are Thursdays, February 4 & 18, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
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Our next meeting is Wednesday, February 17, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Expand your genealogy search from home with Ancestry Library, a research tool for genealogy and local history. Through it you can examine census data, the American Genealogical Biographical Index, and more. While typically only for in-library use, this service is available for home use for Bloomingdale Public Library Cardholders through March 31, 2021.
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February Virtual Programming
in Adult Services
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Local author and historian William Hazelgrove is back to promote newest book, the very first biography of Sally Rand. She would pave the way for every sex symbol to follow from Marilyn Monroe to Lady Gaga, but in the end she would die penniless and in debt.
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In celebration of Chinese New Year (Feb. 12, 2021), art historian Jeff Mishur discusses the famed terracotta figures discovered in the tomb complex of China’s first emperor.
Hosted by art historian, Jeff Mishur. Mishur is the owner of Art Excursions, a business providing lectures, private guiding, small group tours and travel consulting.
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Johnny Carson took over The Tonight Show and stole the evening air waves with his brilliant comedic timing and flair. Get a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most iconic shows and legendary careers in television history with a collection of memorable clips and hilarious anecdotes sure to delight audience members of all ages.
Presented by retired teacher Steven Frenzel, of Marquee Film Talks.
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Tuesday, February 23 | All day on YouTube
Learn how to make stylish décor for St. Patrick’s Day! For this craft you will need a small canvas, a vinyl sticker in the shape of a shamrock, colorful acrylic paints, brushes, and either black or white paint to cover your vinyl design, that when peeled off reveals brilliant colors behind a black or white background.
The first 20 people to email Kristina Giovanni at kgiovanni@mybpl.org will receive a bag of supplies to make one craft, available February 23.
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Virtual Art Class: Drop Caps
Tuesday, February 23
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Join us on Zoom to learn about the decorative elements of drop caps and design your own with artist Lindsay Budzynski. Supplies needed: paper, pencils/erasers, ruler. Tracing paper, markers, or colored pencils optional. Computer, tablet, or phone is required to attend via Zoom.
Registration required to receive the Zoom meeting link.
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Join other parents, high school and middle school students, and professionals to learn about issues facing today’s youth. The Glenbard Parent Series engages top experts, parents and school staff to become proactive and informed in pursuit of the mutual goal to strengthen our communities. Programs are free and open to the public.
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eNews Update:
The Bloomingdale Public Library now has 5 monthly eNewsletters and 1
bi-monthly eNewsletter - you may subscribe to just the ones that interest you!
We will be publishing monthly newsletters focused on the following areas:
- General Interest / Library Information (BPL Bulletin)
- Adult Services (The Shelf Life)
- Youth Services (Kids' Corner)
- Teen Programs (Teen Territory)
- Computer Classes (Tech Talk)
- Digital Almanac - bi-monthly (BPL Almanac)
Click the link below to update your subscription or add a new email address.
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We hope to see you at our Library Events!
See our online calendar for a full list of activities.
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