This event is in the "Young Adult" group. S.H.S. (Shelf Help Squad) Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 6:00pm Young Adult/Teen Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Teen Volunteer Opportunity Age Group: Young Adult : Come and choose a task to work on, like organizing shelves or prep for teen programs on Wednesdays in the Spring. Open Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Apr 23 2025 Wed S.H.S. (Shelf Help Squad) 10:00am - 6:00pm Teen Volunteer Opportunity Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Young Adult/Teen Area Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Teen Volunteer Opportunity Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Come and choose a task to work on, like organizing shelves or prep for teen programs on Wednesdays in the Spring. 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 Wednesday, April 23, 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 23 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. Painting with Foil: Dinosaurs Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children : Join us in Children's as we paint prehistoric scenes using foil. Please register to participate in this free event. Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 23 2025 Wed Painting with Foil: Dinosaurs 6:00pm - 7:00pm Arts & Crafts Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 7 Event Details: Join us in Children's as we paint prehistoric scenes using 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 "All Ages" group. Open Makerspace Hours Thursday, April 24, 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 24 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Learning & Practicing Cursive Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children's Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Workshop Age Group: Children, All Ages : Join us as we learn, practice, and celebrate cursive handwriting! Thursdays in spring (check calendar for specific dates) at 4PM we will be learning and practicing how to write in cursive. Ms. Jamie will lead the event and provide all materials. Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 24 2025 Thu Learning & Practicing Cursive 4:00pm - 5:00pm Workshop Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Workshop Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Join us as we learn, practice, and celebrate cursive handwriting! Thursdays in spring (check calendar for specific dates) at 4PM we will be learning and practicing how to write in cursive. Ms. Jamie will lead the event and provide all materials. 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 "Young Adult" group. Decoden Photocard Keychain Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Young Adult : Indulge your sweet tooth and creative side! Craft a delicious photocard holder for your ult. Open Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Apr 24 2025 Thu Decoden Photocard Keychain 6:00pm - 8:00pm Arts & Crafts Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 9 Event Details: Indulge your sweet tooth and creative side! Craft a delicious photocard holder for your ult. 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 "Children" group. Parents Meet & Greet/Reunion de Padres Friday, April 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Food & Drink Age Group: Adults, Children : Socialize with other Parents in the Community! There will be coffee & tea available along with a small pastry! ¡Socialice con otros padres de la comunidad! ¡Habrá café y té disponibles junto con un pequeño pastelito! This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 25 2025 Fri Parents Meet & Greet/Reunion de Padres 10:00am - 11:30am Food & Drink Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, Children Program Type: Food & Drink Event Details: Socialize with other Parents in the Community! There will be coffee & tea available along with a small pastry! ¡Socialice con otros padres de la comunidad! ¡Habrá café y té disponibles junto con un pequeño pastelito! 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. Artist's Academy Series: Gouache Friday, April 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Age Group: Adults : Learn about different artistic mediums this Spring! April's topic is gouache - an opaque, water-based paint. Visit the library to learn and create. Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 25 2025 Fri Artist's Academy Series: Gouache 11:00am - 12:00pm Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Adults Required Seats Remaining: 5 Event Details: Learn about different artistic mediums this Spring! April's topic is gouache - an opaque, water-based paint. Visit the library to learn and create. 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. 14th Annual Children's Day Celebration/Día del Niño Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Other Age Group: Children : Join us for lots of Fun!Games, crafts, music, face painting and much more! This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 26 2025 Sat 14th Annual Children's Day Celebration/Día del Niño 12:00pm - 3:00pm Other Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Other Event Details: Join us for lots of Fun!Games, crafts, music, face painting and much more!
This event is in the "Adults" group. Techwise Second Spring Session Monday, April 28, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Age Group: Adults : This event is currently full. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Techwise Second Spring Session 11:00am - 12:30pm Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Adults Event Details: This event is currently full.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Copy of Scrapbooking Night rescheduled April 28 Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Children's Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español Age Group: Children, All Ages : Come and create memories from this past holiday. Parents and children are welcome to work on a scrapbook. You can bring the one from this past fall to continue making memories or start new. No registration required, drop in only. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Copy of Scrapbooking Night rescheduled April 28 6:30pm - 7:30pm Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español Event Details: Come and create memories from this past holiday. Parents and children are welcome to work on a scrapbook. You can bring the one from this past fall to continue making memories or start new. No registration required, 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 "Adults" group. Voluntarios Creativos/Creative Volunteers Tuesday, April 29, 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 This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 29 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 "Children" group. Peaceful Time/Tiempo De Paz Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:15pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Children : 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+ This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 29 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 "All Ages" group. Open Makerspace Hours Tuesday, April 29, 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 29 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. Lecciones de Inglés Gratis CLOSED REGISTRATION Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Eventos En Español Age Group: Adults : Inscribete para las clases de inglés para aprender gramática, vocabulario, pronunciación y frases útiles en inglés. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 30 2025 Wed Lecciones de Inglés Gratis CLOSED REGISTRATION 10:00am - 12:00pm Eventos En Español Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Eventos En Español Event Details: Inscribete para las clases de inglés para aprender gramática, vocabulario, pronunciación y frases útiles en inglés.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group. S.H.S. (Shelf Help Squad) Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 6:00pm Young Adult/Teen Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Teen Volunteer Opportunity Age Group: Young Adult : Come and choose a task to work on, like organizing shelves or prep for teen programs on Wednesdays in the Spring. Open Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Apr 30 2025 Wed S.H.S. (Shelf Help Squad) 10:00am - 6:00pm Teen Volunteer Opportunity Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Young Adult/Teen Area Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Teen Volunteer Opportunity Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Come and choose a task to work on, like organizing shelves or prep for teen programs on Wednesdays in the Spring. 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 Wednesday, April 30, 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 30 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. Safari Storytime Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Age Group: Children : 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. Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 30 2025 Wed Safari Storytime 6:00pm - 7:00pm Arts & Crafts, Storytime Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Required Seats Remaining: 13 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 "Adults" group. Cinco de Mayo Loteria Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Eventos En Español Age Group: Adults : Viste tu ropa típica de Mexico y ven a celebrar 5 de mayo en la biblioteca jugando la loteria. Si gustan traer una botana mexicana para compartir durante el juego de la loteria. ¡Habra premio para el ganador! ¡No faltes! This event is in the "Adults" group. May 1 2025 Thu Cinco de Mayo Loteria 10:00am - 11:30am Eventos En Español Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Eventos En Español Event Details: Viste tu ropa típica de Mexico y ven a celebrar 5 de mayo en la biblioteca jugando la loteria. Si gustan traer una botana mexicana para compartir durante el juego de la loteria. ¡Habra premio para el ganador! ¡No faltes!
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Open Makerspace Hours Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm During Maker Hours 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 1 2025 Thu Open Makerspace Hours 3:00pm - 6:00pm Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: During Maker Hours 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. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Cybercafe Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Tech Annex at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Technology Class Age Group: Adults, Young Adult : 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. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. May 1 2025 Thu Cybercafe 4:00pm - 5:00pm Technology Class Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: Adults, Young Adult Program Type: Technology Class Event Details: 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Learning & Practicing Cursive Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children's Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Workshop Age Group: Children, All Ages : Join us as we learn, practice, and celebrate cursive handwriting! Thursdays in spring (check calendar for specific dates) at 4PM we will be learning and practicing how to write in cursive. Ms. Jamie will lead the event and provide all materials. Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 1 2025 Thu Learning & Practicing Cursive 4:00pm - 5:00pm Workshop Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Workshop Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Join us as we learn, practice, and celebrate cursive handwriting! Thursdays in spring (check calendar for specific dates) at 4PM we will be learning and practicing how to write in cursive. Ms. Jamie will lead the event and provide all materials. 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. Build a Star Wars Mini LED Lightsaber Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM Learning Age Group: Children : "In a Library Makerspace Close by.. Young Jedi alongside Jedi Master Myriam come together to build their own lightsabers...... Registration Required! For ages 6-13! Waitlist Required This event is in the "Children" group. May 1 2025 Thu Build a Star Wars Mini LED Lightsaber 6:00pm - 7:15pm Arts & Crafts, STEM Learning Waitlist Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM Learning Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: "In a Library Makerspace Close by.. Young Jedi alongside Jedi Master Myriam come together to build their own lightsabers...... Registration Required! For ages 6-13! 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 Mic - May 2025 Friday, May 2, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Tech Annex at Blue Island Public Library Age Group: All Ages : Share music with your peers in this relaxed atmosphere. This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 2 2025 Fri Open Mic - May 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Share music with your peers in this relaxed atmosphere.
