This event is in the "Children" group. Kid's Movie Night Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:45pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Other Age Group: Children Event Details: On the third Wednesday of the month, drop by the Makerspace for a free showing of a family/children's movie. Drop in only, snacks provided while supplies last, one-per-child. This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 19 2025 Wed Kid's Movie Night 6:00pm - 8:45pm Other Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Other Event Details: On the third Wednesday of the month, drop by the Makerspace for a free showing of a family/children's movie. Drop in only, snacks provided while supplies last, one-per-child. 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Learning & Practicing Cursive Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Workshop Age Group: Children, All Ages Event Details: Join us as we learn, practice, and celebrate cursive handwriting! Thursdays in spring (check calendar for specific dates) at 4:30PM we will be learning and practicing how to write ... Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Mar 20 2025 Thu Learning & Practicing Cursive 4:30pm - 5:30pm Workshop Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Workshop Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Join us as we learn, practice, and celebrate cursive handwriting! Thursdays in spring (check calendar for specific dates) at 4:30PM we will be learning and practicing how to write in cursive. Ms. 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. Make a Bristle Bot/Haz un Bristle Bot Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: STEM Learning Age Group: Children Event Details: Come learn to build a bristle bot! For ages 7+! Ven aprender hacer un bristle bot! Para edades 7+! Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 20 2025 Thu Make a Bristle Bot/Haz un Bristle Bot 6:30pm - 7:30pm STEM Learning Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: STEM Learning Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Come learn to build a bristle bot! For ages 7+! Ven aprender hacer un bristle bot! Para edades 7+! 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. Toddler Time: Colors of Spring Friday, March 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Childern's Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Age Group: Children Event Details: Join us for Toddler Time: Colors of Spring in the Children's Department. We will start with a storytime about color, sing songs, and finish with a simple springtime craft. Alternat... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 21 2025 Fri Toddler Time: Colors of Spring 11:00am - 12:00pm Arts & Crafts, Storytime Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Childern's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Join us for Toddler Time: Colors of Spring in the Children's Department. We will start with a storytime about color, sing songs, and finish with a simple springtime craft. Alternate date/time: Friday, March 21st, 2025 at 11AM.
This event is in the "Children" group. Painting with Foil: Princesses Friday, March 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm Childern's Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Event Details: Join us in Children's as we paint Disney princesses with foil. Please register to participate in this free event. Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 21 2025 Fri Painting with Foil: Princesses 4:00pm - 4:30pm Arts & Crafts Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Childern's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Join us in Children's as we paint Disney princesses with foil. Please register to participate in this free event. 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. Free Spring Family Photos with Kodak Chris Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 4:00pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Other Age Group: Children Event Details: Come as you are or in your Sunday best for FREE Spring Family Photos courtesy of professional photographer the Kodak Chris. Please claim a sign up here:https://www.signupgenius.com... This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 22 2025 Sat Free Spring Family Photos with Kodak Chris 11:00am - 4:00pm Other Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Other Event Details: Come as you are or in your Sunday best for FREE Spring Family Photos courtesy of professional photographer the Kodak Chris. Please claim a sign up here: 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. Videogame Club Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Other Age Group: Children Event Details: Join us once a month for Videogame Club! We set up the Switch and play all together - sometimes, depending on the number of kids, we have to take turns (which is great practice at ... This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 23 2025 Sun Videogame Club 2:00pm - 4:00pm Other Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Other Event Details: Join us once a month for Videogame Club! We set up the Switch and play all together - sometimes, depending on the number of kids, we have to take turns (which is great practice at sharing and patience!) Drop in only. 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. Bilingual Storytime & Craft/Hora de Cuentos y Arte Monday, March 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am Childern's Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Age Group: Children 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 regi... This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 24 2025 Mon Bilingual Storytime & Craft/Hora de Cuentos y Arte 10:30am - 11:30am Arts & Crafts, Storytime Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Childern'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 "Children" group. Let's Make a Themed Necklace Monday, March 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español Age Group: Children Event Details: We will have a mini glass jar for you to choose a theme and make a necklace. Children 6 years and older are welcomed to participate. Please register online or if you need hel... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 24 2025 Mon Let's Make a Themed Necklace 6:30pm - 7:30pm Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: We will have a mini glass jar for you to choose a theme and make a necklace. Children 6 years and older are welcomed to participate. Please register online or if you need help please call us at the Children's Desk (708-388-1078x22). 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 Spring Wreath Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Event Details: Join us in the Makerspace as we celebrate saying goodbye to winter by making a springtime wreath. Please register to participate in this free event as space is limited. Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 25 2025 Tue DIY Spring Wreath 1:30pm - 3:00pm Arts & Crafts Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Join us in the Makerspace as we celebrate saying goodbye to winter by making a springtime wreath. Please register to participate in this free event as space is limited. 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. Peaceful Time/Tiempo De Paz Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:15pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Children Event Details: Come by afterschool for a place to relax and unwind! We will have soft music, coloring, fidget toys, and just overall a very calming environment! No registration required! For ages... This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 25 2025 Tue Peaceful Time/Tiempo De Paz 3:00pm - 4:15pm Health & Wellness Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Come by afterschool for a place to relax and unwind! We will have soft music, coloring, fidget toys, and just overall a very calming environment! No registration required! For ages 10+ 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. STEAM Free Build Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: STEM Learning Age Group: Children Event Details: We will set up magnet builders, tiny Legos, and chunky Legos in the Makerspace. Calm, quiet music will be playing. Drop-in only. This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 26 2025 Wed STEAM Free Build 1:00pm - 2:30pm STEM Learning Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: STEM Learning Event Details: We will set up magnet builders, tiny Legos, and chunky Legos in the Makerspace. Calm, quiet music will be playing. Drop-in only.
This event is in the "Children" group. Safari Storytime Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Age Group: Children Event Details: Join is in Children's as we go wild for animals! Taking place on the last Wednesday of March, April, and May at 6PM, each Safari storytime will focus on a different animal. We will... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 26 2025 Wed Safari Storytime 6:00pm - 7:00pm Arts & Crafts, Storytime Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Join is in Children's as we go wild for animals! Taking place on the last Wednesday of March, April, and May at 6PM, each Safari storytime will focus on a different animal. 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. Story time 10:30am Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am Childern's Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Children Event Details: PARENTS COME AND READ A SHORT STORY AND MAKE A SMALL CRAFT. NO REGISTRATION IS REQUIERED, WE WILL MEET IN THE CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT. This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 27 2025 Thu Story time 10:30am 10:30am - 11:30am Storytime Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Childern's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime Event Details: PARENTS COME AND READ A SHORT STORY AND MAKE A SMALL CRAFT. NO REGISTRATION IS REQUIERED, WE WILL MEET IN THE CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Learning & Practicing Cursive Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Workshop Age Group: Children, All Ages Event Details: Join us as we learn, practice, and celebrate cursive handwriting! Thursdays in spring (check calendar for specific dates) at 4:30PM we will be learning and practicing how to write ... Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Mar 27 2025 Thu Learning & Practicing Cursive 4:30pm - 5:30pm Workshop Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Workshop Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Join us as we learn, practice, and celebrate cursive handwriting! Thursdays in spring (check calendar for specific dates) at 4:30PM we will be learning and practicing how to write in cursive. Ms. 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. Color & Sip / Colorear y Jugo Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Event Details: Come and Color to your heart's content! Juice will be provided! No registration required!¡Ven y colorea! ¡Se proporcionará jugo! ¡No es necesario registrarse! This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 27 2025 Thu Color & Sip / Colorear y Jugo 6:00pm - 7:30pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Come and Color to your heart's content! Juice will be provided! No registration required!¡Ven y colorea! ¡Se proporcionará jugo! ¡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 "Children" group. An Hour of Beauty for Girls Ages 6+ Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español Age Group: Children Event Details: Parents you are invited to bring your 6 year and older girls for an hour of kid friendly make up and nail polish. A little mini spa, we will have all the necessary essentials for 7... Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 29 2025 Sat An Hour of Beauty for Girls Ages 6+ 11:00am - 12:00pm Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español Required Seats Remaining: 7 Event Details: Parents you are invited to bring your 6 year and older girls for an hour of kid friendly make up and nail polish. A little mini spa, we will have all the necessary essentials for 7 participants. 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, April 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Childern's Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Children Event Details: Story-Time for babies & toddlers every Tuesday @ 10:00AM. This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 1 2025 Tue Tuesday Morning Story-Time For Babies & Toddlers 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Childern's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Story-Time for babies & toddlers every Tuesday @ 10:00AM.
This event is in the "Children" group. Peaceful Time/Tiempo De Paz Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:15pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Children Event Details: Come by afterschool for a place to relax and unwind! We will have soft music, coloring, fidget toys, and just overall a very calming environment! No registration required! For ages... This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 1 2025 Tue Peaceful Time/Tiempo De Paz 3:00pm - 4:15pm Health & Wellness Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Come by afterschool for a place to relax and unwind! We will have soft music, coloring, fidget toys, and just overall a very calming environment! No registration required! For ages 10+ 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. 3D Printed Glider Challenge Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Tech Annex at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: STEM Learning Age Group: Children Event Details: We will be testing the gliding range of 3D printed gliders that you get to keep! You will learn about aerodynamic forces including lift, drag, weight, thrust, and flight, all while... Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 1 2025 Tue 3D Printed Glider Challenge 3:30pm - 4:30pm STEM Learning Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: Children Program Type: STEM Learning Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: We will be testing the gliding range of 3D printed gliders that you get to keep! You will learn about aerodynamic forces including lift, drag, weight, thrust, and flight, all while having fun! 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. Wooden Easter Bunny Craft For Kids Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Event Details: Decorate wooden Easter Bunnies for Kids ages 5 to 13 years old. This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 2 2025 Wed Wooden Easter Bunny Craft For Kids 4:00pm - 4:30pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Decorate wooden Easter Bunnies for Kids ages 5 to 13 years old.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Learning & Practicing Cursive Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Childern's Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Workshop Age Group: Children, All Ages Event Details: Join us as we learn, practice, and celebrate cursive handwriting! Thursdays in spring (check calendar for specific dates) at 4:30PM we will be learning and practicing how to write ... Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Learning & Practicing Cursive 4:30pm - 5:30pm Workshop Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Childern's Area Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Workshop Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Join us as we learn, practice, and celebrate cursive handwriting! Thursdays in spring (check calendar for specific dates) at 4:30PM we will be learning and practicing how to write in cursive. Ms. 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. Friendship Bracelets/Pulseras de Amistad Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Childern's Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Event Details: Make friendship bracelets for your besties! Haz Pulseras de Amistad para tus Amigos/as! This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu Friendship Bracelets/Pulseras de Amistad 6:30pm - 7:30pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Childern's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Make friendship bracelets for your besties! Haz Pulseras de Amistad para tus Amigos/as! 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. Videogame Club Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Other Age Group: Children Event Details: Join us once a month for Videogame Club! We set up the Switch and play all together - sometimes, depending on the number of kids, we have to take turns (which is great practice at ... This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 6 2025 Sun Videogame Club 2:00pm - 4:00pm Other Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Other Event Details: Join us once a month for Videogame Club! We set up the Switch and play all together - sometimes, depending on the number of kids, we have to take turns (which is great practice at sharing and patience!) Drop in only. 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.
