This event is in the "Children" group Ghostly Soap Carving for Kids Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Let's try to carve a ghost out of a bar of soap! Please register to participate, walk-ins will be welcome if space permits. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Oct 22 2025 Wed Ghostly Soap Carving for Kids 6:00pm–7:00pm Arts & Crafts Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Let's try to carve a ghost out of a bar of soap! Please register to participate, walk-ins will be welcome if space permits. 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 Adult Karaoke Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Community Event Age Group: Adults Come and enjoy karaoke! Sing your favorite songs. No registration required! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 23 2025 Thu Adult Karaoke 10:00am–11:00am Community Event Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Event Event Details: Come and enjoy karaoke! Sing your favorite songs. No registration required!
This event is in the "All Ages" group Open Makerspace Hours Thursday, October 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. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Oct 23 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 "Young Adult" group 3D Modeling Basics - TinkerCad Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Tech Annex at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: STEM Learning, Workshop Age Group: Young Adult Join our Tinkercad workshop to learn 3D modeling basics! Explore easy tools for designing and printing 3D objects. Perfect for beginners, no prior experience needed. Registration Required. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group Oct 23 2025 Thu 3D Modeling Basics - TinkerCad 4:00pm–5:00pm STEM Learning, Workshop Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: STEM Learning, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Join our Tinkercad workshop to learn 3D modeling basics! Explore easy tools for designing and printing 3D objects. Perfect for beginners, no prior experience needed. 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 "Children" group Pokémon Club Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Food & Drink, Movie Age Group: Children Join us for a craft and a snack while we watch Pikachu's Vacation. Please register to participate, walk-ins will be accepted if space permits. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Oct 23 2025 Thu Pokémon Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Arts & Crafts, Food & Drink, Movie Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Food & Drink, Movie Event Details: Join us for a craft and a snack while we watch Pikachu's Vacation. Please register to participate, walk-ins will be accepted if space permits. 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.
ABE-LINC Programa de Acesso Digital Friday, October 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Eventos En Español Aprendizaje sobre el uso básico de computadoras y más.*De 12-2PM, ex-alumnos clases de computación de uno-a-uno.*From 12-2 PM former students one-on-one computer clases. Open Register Now Registration Required Oct 24 2025 Fri ABE-LINC Programa de Acesso Digital 10:00am–12:00pm Eventos En Español Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Program Type: Eventos En Español Registration Required Event Details: Aprendizaje sobre el uso básico de computadoras y más.*De 12-2PM, ex-alumnos clases de computación de uno-a-uno.*From 12-2 PM former students one-on-one computer clases.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group D.I.Y. Fandom Hour (Rescheduled to Friday, 10/24) Friday, October 24, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Young Adult Create K-pop fandom items like beaded bracelets, photocards, and more! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group Oct 24 2025 Fri D.I.Y. Fandom Hour (Rescheduled to Friday, 10/24) 3:30pm–4:30pm Arts & Crafts Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Create K-pop fandom items like beaded bracelets, photocards, and more! 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, October 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Other Age Group: Children Kids in attendance will vote on the game to play on the Nintendo Switch, rotating turns if necessary. This is a drop in only event. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Oct 26 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: Kids in attendance will vote on the game to play on the Nintendo Switch, rotating turns if necessary. This is a drop in only 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 "Adults" group Copy of Techwise Fall Session Monday, October 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Technology Class Age Group: Adults An introductory computer course for seniors. To inquire if there are available spots, please call (708) 388 - 1078 extension 30. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 27 2025 Mon Copy of Techwise Fall Session 11:00am–12:30pm Technology Class Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Class Event Details: An introductory computer course for seniors. To inquire if there are available spots, please call (708) 388 - 1078 extension 30.
This event is in the "Children" group Kid's Movie Night: the Book of Life Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Food & Drink, Movie Age Group: Children Come watch the Book of Life! This is a free event, drop in only, snacks are provided one per child. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Oct 27 2025 Mon Kid's Movie Night: the Book of Life 6:00pm–8:00pm Food & Drink, Movie Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Food & Drink, Movie Event Details: Come watch the Book of Life! This is a free event, drop in only, snacks are provided 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.
Voluntarios Creativos/Creative Volunteers Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Eventos En Español 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 Open Register Now Registration Required Oct 28 2025 Tue Voluntarios Creativos/Creative Volunteers 10:00am–12:00pm Eventos En Español Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Program Type: Eventos En Español Registration Required 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 "All Ages" group Open Makerspace Hours Tuesday, October 28, 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. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Oct 28 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 "Children" group Eric Carle Storytime & Craft/Hora de Cuento Y Arte Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Age Group: Children Come by for a special Eric Carle Storytime where we will read a variety of his books and then create our own "Eric Carle" Inspired Collages! No registration required! View Details This event is in the "Children" group Oct 28 2025 Tue Eric Carle Storytime & Craft/Hora de Cuento Y Arte 6:00pm–7:30pm Arts & Crafts, Storytime Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Event Details: Come by for a special Eric Carle Storytime where we will read a variety of his books and then create our own "Eric Carle" Inspired Collages! No 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.
Clases de Inglés para Principiantes - English Classes for Beginners Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Eventos En Español Clase de inglés para principiantes. Aprenderemos gramática, vocabulario, pronuniciación y frases de la vida diaria. View Details Oct 29 2025 Wed Clases de Inglés para Principiantes - English Classes for Beginners 10:00am–12:00pm Eventos En Español Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Program Type: Eventos En Español Event Details: Clase de inglés para principiantes. Aprenderemos gramática, vocabulario, pronuniciación y frases de la vida diaria.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Open Makerspace Hours Wednesday, October 29, 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. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Oct 29 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 Halloween Storytime & Craft Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Age Group: Children Join Ms. Jamie for a Halloween-themed story time & craft event. We will read 3-4 picture books, and then make a Halloween-themed craft. Please register to participate, walk-ins welcome space permitting. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Oct 29 2025 Wed Halloween Storytime & Craft 6:00pm–7:00pm Arts & Crafts, Storytime Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Join Ms. Jamie for a Halloween-themed story time & craft event. We will read 3-4 picture books, and then make a Halloween-themed craft. Please register to participate, walk-ins welcome space permitting. 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.
Taller de Día de Muertos: Arte y Recuerdos Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Eventos En Español Haremos una pieza artesanal para el Día de Muertos Open Register Now Registration Required Oct 30 2025 Thu Taller de Día de Muertos: Arte y Recuerdos 11:00am–1:00pm Eventos En Español Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Program Type: Eventos En Español Registration Required Event Details: Haremos una pieza artesanal para el Día de Muertos
This event is in the "All Ages" group Open Makerspace Hours Thursday, October 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. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Oct 30 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 Halloween Greeting Card Decorating Craft Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children View Details This event is in the "Children" group Oct 30 2025 Thu Halloween Greeting Card Decorating Craft 3:30pm–4:00pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts 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 Scary Campfire Story Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm Outside Library Entrance Program Type: Storytime, Other Age Group: Children Ms. Jamie will be reading short stories from Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (these can be frightening so use discretion with your children) around the campfire. After reading a couple stories, each child can roast a marshmallow. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Oct 30 2025 Thu Scary Campfire Story 7:00pm–7:30pm Storytime, Other Open Library Branch: Outside Library Entrance Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime, Other Registration Required Event Details: Ms. Jamie will be reading short stories from Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (these can be frightening so use discretion with your children) around the campfire. After reading a couple stories, each child can roast a marshmallow. 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.
ABE-LINC Programa de Acesso Digital Friday, October 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Eventos En Español Aprendizaje sobre el uso básico de computadoras y más.*De 12-2PM, ex-alumnos clases de computación de uno-a-uno.*From 12-2 PM former students one-on-one computer clases. Open Register Now Registration Required Oct 31 2025 Fri ABE-LINC Programa de Acesso Digital 10:00am–12:00pm Eventos En Español Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Program Type: Eventos En Español Registration Required Event Details: Aprendizaje sobre el uso básico de computadoras y más.*De 12-2PM, ex-alumnos clases de computación de uno-a-uno.*From 12-2 PM former students one-on-one computer clases.
This event is in the "Children" group Halloween Bilingual Storytime & Craft Friday, October 31, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am Children's Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Age Group: Children Join Ms. Myriam for a Special Spooky Bilingual Storytime & Craft! No registration required! ¡Acompaña a la Srta. Myriam para una hora especial de cuentos y manualidades bilingües de Halloween! ¡No es necesario registrarse! View Details This event is in the "Children" group Oct 31 2025 Fri Halloween Bilingual Storytime & Craft 10:30am–11:30am Arts & Crafts, Storytime Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Event Details: Join Ms. Myriam for a Special Spooky Bilingual Storytime & Craft! No registration required! ¡Acompaña a la Srta. Myriam para una hora especial de cuentos y manualidades bilingües de Halloween! ¡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 Toddler Time: Costume Party Friday, October 31, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Other Age Group: Children Come in costume, listen to Halloween music, practice trick-or-treating, and play with new friends! This event is for four and under ONLY. Please register to participate! Walk-ins welcome space permitting. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Oct 31 2025 Fri Toddler Time: Costume Party 1:30pm–2:30pm Other Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Other Registration Required Event Details: Come in costume, listen to Halloween music, practice trick-or-treating, and play with new friends! This event is for four and under ONLY. Please register to participate! Walk-ins welcome space permitting. 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 Spooky Photobooth & A Movie Friday, October 31, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Movie Age Group: Young Adult Show off your costumes, take photo booth pictures, and stay to watch a spooky PG-13 movie. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group Oct 31 2025 Fri Spooky Photobooth & A Movie 2:00pm–4:30pm Movie Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Movie Registration Required Event Details: Show off your costumes, take photo booth pictures, and stay to watch a spooky PG-13 movie. 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.
