This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Summer Reading 2025: Level Up At Your Library All Day 6/1 - 7/31 Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Reading Challenge Age Group: Adults, Young Adult, Children, All Ages Sign yourself up through the Beanstack App, or sign up in person with a librarian. This year expect lots of games and gaming-themed activities to accompany the traditional book-logging. We like this year’s theme, and we’re going all-in. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jun-Jul 2025 Summer Reading 2025: Level Up At Your Library All Day 6/1 - 7/31 Reading Challenge Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Age Group: Adults, Young Adult, Children, All Ages Program Type: Reading Challenge Event Details: Sign yourself up through the Beanstack App, or sign up in person with a librarian. This year expect lots of games and gaming-themed activities to accompany the traditional book-logging. We like this year’s theme, and we’re going all-in.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Adult Art Contest All Day 6/1 - 8/1 Online / Remote at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Submit entries with your name and phone number to the reference desk from June 1st-August 1st. Only 2d art will be accepted. Entries will be displayed for voting. Grand Prize: $100 Blicks Art Supply Gift Card. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun-Aug 1 2025 Adult Art Contest All Day 6/1 - 8/1 Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Online / Remote Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Submit entries with your name and phone number to the reference desk from June 1st-August 1st. Only 2d art will be accepted. Entries will be displayed for voting. Grand Prize: $100 Blicks Art Supply Gift Card.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Learn Google Sheets Basics Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Tech Annex at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Technology Class Age Group: Adults Learn the basics of Google Sheets in this 4-part course for adults. Create, format, and organize data with confidence—no experience needed! Limited space-Registration Required. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 4 2025 Wed Learn Google Sheets Basics 7:00pm - 8:00pm Technology Class Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Class Registration Required Event Details: Learn the basics of Google Sheets in this 4-part course for adults. Create, format, and organize data with confidence—no experience needed! Limited space-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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Pride Month Film Nights Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Movie Age Group: Adults Visit us for our Pride Month Film Nights. Watch an LGBTQ themed movie. Enjoy popcorn and refreshments. No registration required. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 4 2025 Wed Pride Month Film Nights 7:00pm - 8:30pm Movie Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movie Event Details: Visit us for our Pride Month Film Nights. Watch an LGBTQ themed movie. Enjoy popcorn and refreshments. No registration required.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Summer Bingo Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Age Group: Adults Visit us for Bingo and win Summer-themed prizes! No registration required. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 5 2025 Thu Summer Bingo 10:30am - 11:30am Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Event Details: Visit us for Bingo and win Summer-themed prizes! No registration required.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Cybercafe Thursday, June 5, 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. Jun 5 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. Intro to Sewing Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Age Group: Adults An introductory sewing workshop for adults. Registration required; limit 7. Full View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 5 2025 Thu Intro to Sewing 6:00pm - 6:30pm Full Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Adults Registration Required Event Details: An introductory sewing workshop for adults. Registration required; limit 7.
This event is in the "Adults" group. VISUAL BALANCE: Creating Effective Layouts Monday, June 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Tech Annex at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts 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. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 9 2025 Mon VISUAL BALANCE: Creating Effective Layouts 6:00pm - 8:00pm Arts & Crafts Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts 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. 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. Voluntarios Creativos/Creative Volunteers Tuesday, June 10, 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. Jun 10 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 "Adults" group. Memory cafe Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Community Event Age Group: Adults Enjoy coffee, tea, & snacks, while playing games & sharpening memory skills. This program does not require registration. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 10 2025 Tue Memory cafe 10:30am - 11:00am Community Event Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Event Event Details: Enjoy coffee, tea, & snacks, while playing games & sharpening memory skills. This program does not require registration.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Tai-Chi Pain Relief - Gentle Movement Workshop Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Age Group: Adults Visit us for gentle movement which can provide pain relief for seniors and adults of all ages. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 10 2025 Tue Tai-Chi Pain Relief - Gentle Movement Workshop 11:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Event Details: Visit us for gentle movement which can provide pain relief for seniors and adults of all ages.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Friends of the Library Meeting Tuesday, June 10, 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. Jun 10 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 "Adults" group. Learn Google Sheets Basics Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Tech Annex at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Technology Class Age Group: Adults Learn the basics of Google Sheets in this 4-part course for adults. Create, format, and organize data with confidence—no experience needed! Limited space-Registration Required. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 11 2025 Wed Learn Google Sheets Basics 7:00pm - 8:00pm Technology Class Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Class Event Details: Learn the basics of Google Sheets in this 4-part course for adults. Create, format, and organize data with confidence—no experience needed! Limited space-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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Pride Month Film Nights Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Movie Age Group: Adults Visit us for our Pride Month Film Nights. Watch an LGBTQ themed movie. Enjoy popcorn and refreshments. No registration required. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 11 2025 Wed Pride Month Film Nights 7:00pm - 8:30pm Movie Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movie Event Details: Visit us for our Pride Month Film Nights. Watch an LGBTQ themed movie. Enjoy popcorn and refreshments. No registration required.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Summer Bingo Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Age Group: Adults Visit us for Bingo and win Summer-themed prizes! No registration required. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 12 2025 Thu Summer Bingo 10:30am - 11:30am Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Event Details: Visit us for Bingo and win Summer-themed prizes! No registration required.
This event is in the "Adults" group. GarageBand for iOS How-To: How to Import, Clip, Fade Intro & Outro, and Export Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Tech Annex at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Technology Class Age Group: Adults Got an iPhone? Or iPad? Have audio you’d like to share, but wish to share a portion of it? Well, you’ll learn how to do that. Learn how to import it, clip it, fade its intro and outro, and then export it. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 16 2025 Mon GarageBand for iOS How-To: How to Import, Clip, Fade Intro & Outro, and Export 6:00pm - 8:00pm Technology Class Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Class Registration Required Event Details: Got an iPhone? Or iPad? Have audio you’d like to share, but wish to share a portion of it? Well, you’ll learn how to do that. Learn how to import it, clip it, fade its intro and outro, and then export it. 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. Celebrate Juneteenth with Midwest Underground Railroad Network Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Community Event Age Group: Adults Learn about the work of the Midwest Underground Railroad Network, uncovering the history of the Underground Railroad in the region. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 16 2025 Mon Celebrate Juneteenth with Midwest Underground Railroad Network 6:30pm - 8:00pm Community Event Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Event Event Details: Learn about the work of the Midwest Underground Railroad Network, uncovering the history of the Underground Railroad in the region.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Voluntarios Creativos/Creative Volunteers Tuesday, June 17, 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. Jun 17 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 "Adults" group. Memory cafe Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Community Event Age Group: Adults Enjoy coffee, tea, & snacks, while playing games & sharpening memory skills. This program does not require registration. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 17 2025 Tue Memory cafe 10:30am - 11:00am Community Event Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Event Event Details: Enjoy coffee, tea, & snacks, while playing games & sharpening memory skills. This program does not require registration.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Canva Tips Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Tech Annex at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Technology Class Age Group: Adults Learn awesome Canva tips including how to setup your design to print to our printers. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 17 2025 Tue Canva Tips 6:00pm - 8:00pm Technology Class Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Class Registration Required Event Details: Learn awesome Canva tips including how to setup your design to print to our printers. 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. Learn Google Sheets Basics Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Tech Annex at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Technology Class Age Group: Adults Learn the basics of Google Sheets in this 4-part course for adults. Create, format, and organize data with confidence—no experience needed! Limited space-Registration Required. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 18 2025 Wed Learn Google Sheets Basics 7:00pm - 8:00pm Technology Class Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Class Event Details: Learn the basics of Google Sheets in this 4-part course for adults. Create, format, and organize data with confidence—no experience needed! Limited space-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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Soul Food & Film: Family Movie and Dinner Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Food & Drink, Movie Age Group: Adults, Young Adult, Children, All Ages Celebrate Juneteenth with a showing of the film "Soul" and dinner from a local soul food restaurant. Families are welcome. This event is NOT suggested for individuals with food allergies. Registration required; limit 20. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jun 18 2025 Wed Soul Food & Film: Family Movie and Dinner 7:00pm - 8:30pm Food & Drink, Movie Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Young Adult, Children, All Ages Program Type: Food & Drink, Movie Event Details: Celebrate Juneteenth with a showing of the film "Soul" and dinner from a local soul food restaurant. Families are welcome. This event is NOT suggested for individuals with food allergies. Registration required; limit 20.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Cyber Security Friday, June 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Tech Annex at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Technology Class Age Group: Adults Learn how to protect yourself online and how to avoid being a victim of an online scam. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 20 2025 Fri Cyber Security 11:00am - 12:00pm Technology Class Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Class Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to protect yourself online and how to avoid being a victim of an online scam. 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. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Creating a Video Game From Start to Finish Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults, Young Adult Visit us for a presentation from video game developer of Young Horses. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Jun 21 2025 Sat Creating a Video Game From Start to Finish 12:30pm - 1:30pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Adults, Young Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Visit us for a presentation from video game developer of Young Horses.
