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Maker Challenge: Painted Pepper Pots

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
During Maker Hours at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult
Event Details:

Come paint a ceramic pot. Pepper seeds and soil included.

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: During Maker Hours
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come paint a ceramic pot. Pepper seeds and soil included.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Open Makerspace Hours

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!Kids under 12 must be with an adult. 

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 Recording
Blue 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

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
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...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Maker Challenge: Painted Pepper Pots

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
During Maker Hours at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult
Event Details:

Come paint a ceramic pot. Pepper seeds and soil included.

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: During Maker Hours
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come paint a ceramic pot. Pepper seeds and soil included.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Open Makerspace Hours

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!Kids under 12 must be with an adult.

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 Recording
Blue 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.

Scratch Art Bookmarks For Kids

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Childern's Area at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Design your own bookmarks with Scratch Art.

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Childern's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Design your own bookmarks with Scratch Art.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Build a Vacuum Chamber!

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tech Annex at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM Learning
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us in the Tech Annex to learn about vacuum pressure and build your own mini vacuum chamber you get to keep! 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Tech Annex
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join us in the Tech Annex to learn about vacuum pressure and build your own mini vacuum chamber you get to keep! 

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

Library Photography, Videos, and Recording
Blue 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

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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
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.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

Library Photography, Videos, and Recording
Blue 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.

Canva Tips

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Tech Annex at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Tech Annex
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Open Makerspace Hours

Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!Kids under 12 must be with an adult.

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 Recording
Blue 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
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
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 Recording
Blue 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...

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 Recording
Blue 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
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 Recording
Blue 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
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 Recording
Blue 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.

Maker Challenge: Painted Pepper Pots

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
During Maker Hours at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult
Event Details:

Come paint a ceramic pot. Pepper seeds and soil included.

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: During Maker Hours
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come paint a ceramic pot. Pepper seeds and soil included.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Open Makerspace Hours

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!Kids under 12 must be with an adult. 

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 Recording
Blue 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.

Maker Challenge: Painted Pepper Pots

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
During Maker Hours at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Young Adult
Event Details:

Come paint a ceramic pot. Pepper seeds and soil included.

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: During Maker Hours
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come paint a ceramic pot. Pepper seeds and soil included.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Open Makerspace Hours

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!Kids under 12 must be with an adult.

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 Recording
Blue 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. 

Junk Journal Night

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make your own Junk Journal. All materials will be provided. No registration is required for this event. 

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make your own Junk Journal. All materials will be provided. No registration is required for this event. 

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
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 Recording
Blue 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, March 27, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!Kids under 12 must be with an adult.

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 Recording
Blue 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.

Artist's Academy: Writing Workshop

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Young Adult
Event Details:

Visit the library for a Writer's Workshop. Learn about prose, plot, and characterization. Registration required; limit 20. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Visit the library for a Writer's Workshop. Learn about prose, plot, and characterization. Registration required; limit 20. 

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!

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 Recording
Blue 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.