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Open Makerspace Hours

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 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.

 

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

Create a Comic Strip/Crea un Cómic Pequeño

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Age Group:
Children

Write and draw your very own short comic strip by creating characters, stories, adventures, and more! Don’t forget to bring your creativity! Registration required.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Registration Required
Event Details:

Write and draw your very own short comic strip by creating characters, stories, adventures, and more! Don’t forget to bring your creativity! Registration required.

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. 

English Group Conversation: Coffee Time

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Eventos En Español

¿Te gustaría mejorar tu inglés en un ambiente relajado mientras tomamos café?  ¡Únete a nuestras conversaciones!" No se requiere registración.  Ven en tu tiempo libre.

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Program Type: Eventos En Español
Event Details:

¿Te gustaría mejorar tu inglés en un ambiente relajado mientras tomamos café?  ¡Únete a nuestras conversaciones!" No se requiere registración.  Ven en tu tiempo libre.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Open Makerspace Hours

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 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.

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. 

Clase de Tejido Crochet

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Eventos En Español

¿Te gustarría aprender una nueva habilidad creativa y relajante?  ¡Únete a nuestras clases de tejido en un ambiente amigable y relajado.  Esta clase es para principiantes e intermedios.   Registración requerida.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Program Type: Eventos En Español
Registration Required
Event Details:

¿Te gustarría aprender una nueva habilidad creativa y relajante?  ¡Únete a nuestras clases de tejido en un ambiente amigable y relajado.  Esta clase es para principiantes e intermedios.   Registración requerida.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Open Makerspace Hours

Thursday, January 29, 2026 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.

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

Groundhog Puppet Craft/Manualidad de Marioneta de Marmota

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Age Group:
Children

Join us to learn about Groundhog Day and make your own groundhog puppet! Will it see its shadow? Come find out! Registration is required.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to learn about Groundhog Day and make your own groundhog puppet! Will it see its shadow? Come find out! Registration is required.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Open Makerspace Hours

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 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.

 

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

Bingo Night in Spanish/Noche de Lotería

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Eventos En Español
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a special kid-friendly version of Lotería, the classic Mexican bingo game. Learn some Spanish, make new friends, and enjoy a night full of fun and laughter. Everyone is welcome, whether fluent or just curious.

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Eventos En Español
Event Details:

Join us for a special kid-friendly version of Lotería, the classic Mexican bingo game. Learn some Spanish, make new friends, and enjoy a night full of fun and laughter. Everyone is welcome, whether fluent or just curious.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Open Makerspace Hours

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 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.

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. 

Clase de Tejido Crochet

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Eventos En Español

¿Te gustarría aprender una nueva habilidad creativa y relajante?  ¡Únete a nuestras clases de tejido en un ambiente amigable y relajado.  Esta clase es para principiantes e intermedios.   Registración requerida.

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Program Type: Eventos En Español
Event Details:

¿Te gustarría aprender una nueva habilidad creativa y relajante?  ¡Únete a nuestras clases de tejido en un ambiente amigable y relajado.  Esta clase es para principiantes e intermedios.   Registración requerida.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Open Makerspace Hours

Thursday, February 5, 2026 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.

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

Spanish Club/Club de Español

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Eventos En Español
Age Group:
Children

Come hang out, make friends, and explore the Spanish language and culture through music, movies, shows, games, art, and other fun activities! This is a fun and relaxed space for everyone, whether you're fluent or just starting out.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Eventos En Español
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come hang out, make friends, and explore the Spanish language and culture through music, movies, shows, games, art, and other fun activities! This is a fun and relaxed space for everyone, whether you're fluent or just starting out.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Open Makerspace Hours

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 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.

 

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

Valentine's Day Paint & Sip/Arte y Jugo por San Valentín

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a sweet and creative Valentine's Day craft! With Valentine's Day around the corner, it's the perfect chance to paint a special masterpiece for a friend, family member, or even just for yourself. Juice and all supplies provided.

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Event Details:

Join us for a sweet and creative Valentine's Day craft! With Valentine's Day around the corner, it's the perfect chance to paint a special masterpiece for a friend, family member, or even just for yourself. Juice and all supplies provided.

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

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 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.

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. 

Clase de Tejido Crochet

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Eventos En Español

¿Te gustarría aprender una nueva habilidad creativa y relajante?  ¡Únete a nuestras clases de tejido en un ambiente amigable y relajado.  Esta clase es para principiantes e intermedios.   Registración requerida.

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Program Type: Eventos En Español
Event Details:

¿Te gustarría aprender una nueva habilidad creativa y relajante?  ¡Únete a nuestras clases de tejido en un ambiente amigable y relajado.  Esta clase es para principiantes e intermedios.   Registración requerida.

Globos con Amor - Taller de San Valentín

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Eventos En Español

Aprende a crear un hermoso arreglo con globos para sorprender a esa persona especial.  No necesitas experiencia, solo ganas de crear con el corazón.  Cupo limitado.  Registración requerida

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Program Type: Eventos En Español
Event Details:

Aprende a crear un hermoso arreglo con globos para sorprender a esa persona especial.  No necesitas experiencia, solo ganas de crear con el corazón.  Cupo limitado.  Registración requerida

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Open Makerspace Hours

Thursday, February 12, 2026 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.

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: Hearts and Crafts Fingerpaint/Manualidad con Corazones y Pintura

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Age Group:
Children

Explore Valentine’s Day and colors through fingerpainting fun! For ages 4 and under! Registration required.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore Valentine’s Day and colors through fingerpainting fun! For ages 4 and under! Registration required.

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

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 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.

 

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 "All Ages" group

Open Makerspace Hours

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 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.

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. 

Clase de Tejido Crochet

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Eventos En Español

¿Te gustarría aprender una nueva habilidad creativa y relajante?  ¡Únete a nuestras clases de tejido en un ambiente amigable y relajado.  Esta clase es para principiantes e intermedios.   Registración requerida.

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Program Type: Eventos En Español
Event Details:

¿Te gustarría aprender una nueva habilidad creativa y relajante?  ¡Únete a nuestras clases de tejido en un ambiente amigable y relajado.  Esta clase es para principiantes e intermedios.   Registración requerida.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Open Makerspace Hours

Thursday, February 19, 2026 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.

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.