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This event is in the "Children" group Surprise Craft Take & Make All Day Children's Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children This is a passive event. Come pick up a bag (surprise crafts inside), take it home, and do the crafts. One per child, no holds, first come first serve. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Sep 2 2025 Tue Surprise Craft Take & Make All Day Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: This is a passive event. Come pick up a bag (surprise crafts inside), take it home, and do the crafts. One per child, no holds, first come first serve. Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "Children" group Tuesday Morning Story-Time For Babies & Toddlers Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Children's Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Children View Details This event is in the "Children" group Sep 2 2025 Tue Tuesday Morning Story-Time For Babies & Toddlers 10:00am–10:30am Storytime Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime
This event is in the "Adults" group Voluntarios Creativos/Creative Volunteers Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Other Age Group: Adults Los participantes a este grupo de creatividad y voluntariado comparten sus ideas y creatividad y prestan sus servicios a los eventos de la biblioteca. Para más información llame a 708-388-1078 Ext 18 View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 2 2025 Tue Voluntarios Creativos/Creative Volunteers 10:00am–12:00pm Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Other Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Other Event Details: Los participantes a este grupo de creatividad y voluntariado comparten sus ideas y creatividad y prestan sus servicios a los eventos de la biblioteca. Para más información llame a 708-388-1078 Ext 18
This event is in the "All Ages" group Open Makerspace Hours Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop Age Group: All Ages Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!Kids under 12 must be with an adult. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 2 2025 Tue Open Makerspace Hours 3:00pm–5:00pm Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop Event Details: Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!Kids under 12 must be with an adult. Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "Adults" group Blue Island Bookworms – “James” Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm Conference Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Book Club Age Group: Adults Join the Friends of the Blue Island Public Library for lively discussion of current titles.The title discussed on Sept. 2 will be James by Percival Everett. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 2 2025 Tue Blue Island Bookworms – “James” 7:00pm–9:00pm Book Club Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Join the Friends of the Blue Island Public Library for lively discussion of current titles.The title discussed on Sept. 2 will be James by Percival Everett.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group Cryptid Cache Challenge All Day Online or App at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Reading Challenge Age Group: Young Adult Find the cryptids hiding among the stacks and log books to win prizes. Register on Beanstack, visit the reference desk (free sticker!), or on the events calendar. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group Sep 3 2025 Wed Cryptid Cache Challenge All Day Reading Challenge Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Online or App Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Reading Challenge Registration Required Event Details: Find the cryptids hiding among the stacks and log books to win prizes. Register on Beanstack, visit the reference desk (free sticker!), or on the events calendar. Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
Autumn Bingo Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Community Event Play Bingo & win fall-themed prizes. No registration required. View Details Sep 3 2025 Wed Autumn Bingo 10:30am–11:30am Community Event Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Program Type: Community Event Event Details: Play Bingo & win fall-themed prizes. No registration required.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Open Makerspace Hours Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop Age Group: All Ages Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!Kids under 12 must be with an adult. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 3 2025 Wed Open Makerspace Hours 3:00pm–6:00pm Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop Event Details: Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!Kids under 12 must be with an adult. Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "Children" group DIY Kite Decorating Craft Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm Children's Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children View Details This event is in the "Children" group Sep 3 2025 Wed DIY Kite Decorating Craft 3:30pm–4:00pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Open Makerspace Hours Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop Age Group: All Ages Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!Kids under 12 must be with an adult. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 4 2025 Thu Open Makerspace Hours 3:00pm–6:00pm Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop Event Details: Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!Kids under 12 must be with an adult. Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "Adults" group Cybercafe Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Tech Annex at Blue Island Public Library Age Group: Adults First Thursday of every month from 4-5pm in the Tech Annex. Consult with skilled staff regarding tech questions. Call ahead for details about what we are able to assist you with. No registration required at this time. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 4 2025 Thu Cybercafe 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: Adults Event Details: First Thursday of every month from 4-5pm in the Tech Annex. Consult with skilled staff regarding tech questions. Call ahead for details about what we are able to assist you with. No registration required at this time.
This event is in the "Adults" group Laser Engraving Friday, September 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Tech Annex at Blue Island Public Library Age Group: Adults Inscribe different materials using the library's laser engraver. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 5 2025 Fri Laser Engraving 3:00pm–4:00pm Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: Adults Registration Required Event Details: Inscribe different materials using the library's laser engraver.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Pumpkin Patch Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Community Event Age Group: All Ages Visit the library and pick out a perfect pumpkin from our "patch". Paint your pumpkin, take an instant photo in front of our autumn themed backdrop, and enjoy tasty seasonal snacks. Registration is required. Full View Details Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 6 2025 Sat Pumpkin Patch 1:00pm–2:30pm Community Event Full Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Community Event Registration Required Event Details: Visit the library and pick out a perfect pumpkin from our "patch". Paint your pumpkin, take an instant photo in front of our autumn themed backdrop, and enjoy tasty seasonal snacks. Registration is required.
This event is in the "Children" group Bilingual Storytime & Craft/Hora de Cuentos y Arte Monday, September 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am Children's Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Age Group: Children Come by for a Bilingual Storytime and then a craft! No registration required! ¡Ven a disfrutar de una hora de cuentos bilingüe y luego de una manualidad! ¡No es necesario registrarse! View Details This event is in the "Children" group Sep 8 2025 Mon Bilingual Storytime & Craft/Hora de Cuentos y Arte 10:30am–11:30am Arts & Crafts, Storytime Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Event Details: Come by for a Bilingual Storytime and then a craft! No registration required! ¡Ven a disfrutar de una hora de cuentos bilingüe y luego de una manualidad! ¡No es necesario registrarse! Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "Adults" group VISUAL BALANCE: Creating Effective Layouts Monday, September 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Tech Annex at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Workshop Age Group: Adults Learn how to create visually balanced images (photos, flyers, posters, etc.). Using principles of design you’ll create effective layouts. | Ages 12+ | In-Person / Zoom Meeting..../// Zoom Meeting ID: 520 509 0829 Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 8 2025 Mon VISUAL BALANCE: Creating Effective Layouts 6:00pm–8:00pm Workshop Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: Adults Program Type: Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to create visually balanced images (photos, flyers, posters, etc.). Using principles of design you’ll create effective layouts. | Ages 12+ | In-Person / Zoom Meeting..../// Zoom Meeting ID: 520 509 0829 Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "Children" group Tuesday Morning Story-Time For Babies & Toddlers Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Children's Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Children View Details This event is in the "Children" group Sep 9 2025 Tue Tuesday Morning Story-Time For Babies & Toddlers 10:00am–10:30am Storytime Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime
This event is in the "Adults" group Voluntarios Creativos/Creative Volunteers Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Other Age Group: Adults Los participantes a este grupo de creatividad y voluntariado comparten sus ideas y creatividad y prestan sus servicios a los eventos de la biblioteca. Para más información llame a 708-388-1078 Ext 18 View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 9 2025 Tue Voluntarios Creativos/Creative Volunteers 10:00am–12:00pm Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Other Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Other Event Details: Los participantes a este grupo de creatividad y voluntariado comparten sus ideas y creatividad y prestan sus servicios a los eventos de la biblioteca. Para más información llame a 708-388-1078 Ext 18
This event is in the "All Ages" group Open Makerspace Hours Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop Age Group: All Ages Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!Kids under 12 must be with an adult. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 9 2025 Tue Open Makerspace Hours 3:00pm–5:00pm Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop Event Details: Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!Kids under 12 must be with an adult. Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "Children" group All About Bird Migration with the Forest Preserve Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Children's Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Community Event, STEM Learning Age Group: Children Join Mr. Nate of the Cook County Forest Preserve as he discusses local birds, as well as why they migrate, where they go, and how they find their way! Please register to participate, but drop-ins are welcome. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Sep 9 2025 Tue All About Bird Migration with the Forest Preserve 4:30pm–5:30pm Community Event, STEM Learning Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Event, STEM Learning Registration Required Event Details: Join Mr. Nate of the Cook County Forest Preserve as he discusses local birds, as well as why they migrate, where they go, and how they find their way! Please register to participate, but drop-ins are welcome. Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "Adults" group Friends of the Library Meeting Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Conference Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Board Meeting Age Group: Adults Regular Meeting of the Friends of the Blue Island Library View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 9 2025 Tue Friends of the Library Meeting 5:00pm–6:00pm Board Meeting Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Board Meeting Event Details: Regular Meeting of the Friends of the Blue Island Library
This event is in the "All Ages" group Open Makerspace Hours Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop Age Group: All Ages Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!Kids under 12 must be with an adult. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 10 2025 Wed Open Makerspace Hours 3:00pm–6:00pm Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop Event Details: Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!Kids under 12 must be with an adult. Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "Children" group Sewing Dog Pillows Craft Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm Children's Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children View Details This event is in the "Children" group Sep 10 2025 Wed Sewing Dog Pillows Craft 3:30pm–4:00pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Learn Photo Editing Basics with Affinity Photo Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Tech Annex at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Technology Class, Workshop Age Group: All Ages Learn basic photo editing with Affinity Photo in our workshop! A powerful, Photoshop alternative for stunning photo editing and design. Suitable for ages 15 and up. Registration Required. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 10 2025 Wed Learn Photo Editing Basics with Affinity Photo 5:00pm–6:00pm Technology Class, Workshop Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Technology Class, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Learn basic photo editing with Affinity Photo in our workshop! A powerful, Photoshop alternative for stunning photo editing and design. Suitable for ages 15 and up. Registration Required. Disclaimer(s) Photography and Video Policy Library Photography, Videos, and RecordingBlue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.
