This event is in the "Children" group. Videogame Club Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Other Age Group: Children Event Details: Join us once a month for Videogame Club! We set up the Switch and play all together - sometimes, depending on the number of kids, we have to take turns (which is great practice at ... This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 6 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: Join us once a month for Videogame Club! We set up the Switch and play all together - sometimes, depending on the number of kids, we have to take turns (which is great practice at sharing and patience!) 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 "Children" group. Bilingual Storytime & Craft/Hora de Cuentos y Arte Monday, April 7, 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... This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Bilingual Storytime & Craft/Hora de Cuentos y Arte 10:30am - 11:30am Arts & Crafts, Storytime 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 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. Bingo Monday, April 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Other Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join us for Bingo and win fun prizes! No registration required. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Bingo 10:30am - 11:30am Other Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Other Event Details: Join us for Bingo and win fun prizes! No registration required.
This event is in the "Children" group. Tuesday Morning Story-Time For Babies & Toddlers Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Childern's Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Children Event Details: Story-Time for babies & toddlers every Tuesday @ 10:00AM. This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Tuesday Morning Story-Time For Babies & Toddlers 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Childern's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Story-Time for babies & toddlers every Tuesday @ 10:00AM.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Flores de Papel - Makerspace Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español Age Group: Adults Event Details: Taller de flores de papel para decorar tu fiesta. Registración requerida. Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Flores de Papel - Makerspace 10:00am - 12:00pm Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Taller de flores de papel para decorar tu fiesta. Registración requerida.
This event is in the "Children" group. Peaceful Time/Tiempo De Paz Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:15pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Children 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... This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 8 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 "Young Adult" group. Maker Challenge: Dried Flower Bouquet Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm During Maker Hours at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Young Adult Event Details: Create a bouquet from dried flowers. Open Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Maker Challenge: Dried Flower Bouquet 3:00pm - 5:00pm Arts & Crafts Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: During Maker Hours Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Create a bouquet from dried flowers.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Open Makerspace Hours Tuesday, April 8, 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 8 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 Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Eventos En Español Age Group: Adults Event Details: Inscribete para las clases de inglés para aprender gramática, vocabulario, pronunciación y frases útiles en inglés. Open Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 9 2025 Wed Lecciones de Inglés Gratis 10:00am - 12:00pm Eventos En Español Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Eventos En Español Required Seats Remaining: 15 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 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 6:00pm Young Adult/Teen Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Teen Volunteer Opportunity Age Group: Young Adult Event Details: 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 9 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 "Young Adult" group. Maker Challenge: Dried Flower Bouquet Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm During Maker Hours at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Young Adult Event Details: Create a bouquet from dried flowers. Open Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Apr 9 2025 Wed Maker Challenge: Dried Flower Bouquet 3:00pm - 6:00pm Arts & Crafts Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: During Maker Hours Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Create a bouquet from dried flowers.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Open Makerspace Hours Wednesday, April 9, 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 9 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. Spring Flower Pot Picture Frame Craft Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Event Details: Design your own Spring Flower Pot Picture Frame. Kids ages 4 to 13 years old. This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 9 2025 Wed Spring Flower Pot Picture Frame Craft 4:00pm - 4:30pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Design your own Spring Flower Pot Picture Frame. Kids ages 4 to 13 years old.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Unhinged Paint & Sip Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Event Details: Come and paint wooden signs decorated with memes and ridiculous jokes. You must be 18 or over to attend this event. Some signs may include mature language. Registration required; l... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 9 2025 Wed Unhinged Paint & Sip 6:00pm - 7:00pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Come and paint wooden signs decorated with memes and ridiculous jokes. You must be 18 or over to attend this event. Some signs may include mature language. Registration required; limit 15.
This event is in the "Children" group. Story time 10:30am Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am Childern's Area at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Children Event Details: PARENTS COME AND READ A SHORT STORY AND MAKE A SMALL CRAFT. NO REGISTRATION IS REQUIERED, WE WILL MEET IN THE CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT. This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 10 2025 Thu Story time 10:30am 10:30am - 11:30am Storytime Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Childern's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime Event Details: PARENTS COME AND READ A SHORT STORY AND MAKE A SMALL CRAFT. NO REGISTRATION IS REQUIERED, WE WILL MEET IN THE CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Open Makerspace Hours Thursday, April 10, 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 10 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 10, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Workshop Age Group: Children, All Ages Event Details: Join us as we learn, practice, and celebrate cursive handwriting! Thursdays in spring (check calendar for specific dates) at 4:30PM we will be learning and practicing how to write ... Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 10 2025 Thu Learning & Practicing Cursive 4:30pm - 5:30pm Workshop Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Workshop Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Join us as we learn, practice, and celebrate cursive handwriting! Thursdays in spring (check calendar for specific dates) at 4:30PM we will be learning and practicing how to write in cursive. Ms. 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Leaf & Latte Lovers Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Community Event, Food & Drink Age Group: Young Adult, All Ages Event Details: Join us for a plant swap. Bring your plant babies, cuttings, or seedlings, and leave with a new plant. Coffee, tea, and light snacks will be provided. Open Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 10 2025 Thu Leaf & Latte Lovers 6:00pm - 8:00pm Community Event, Food & Drink Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Young Adult, All Ages Program Type: Community Event, Food & Drink Required Seats Remaining: 30 Event Details: Join us for a plant swap. Bring your plant babies, cuttings, or seedlings, and leave with a new plant. Coffee, tea, and light snacks will be provided.
This event is in the "Children" group. Rewind TV Night Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Movie Age Group: Children Event Details: Come by for our Rewind TV Night Program! We will be watching TV shows from the 90s-2010s! Shows will be announced the week of event! No registration required! Snacks will be provid... This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 10 2025 Thu Rewind TV Night 6:30pm - 8:00pm Movie Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Movie Event Details: Come by for our Rewind TV Night Program! We will be watching TV shows from the 90s-2010s! Shows will be announced the week of event! No registration required! Snacks will be provided! 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. The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson Date & Time: Digital Program with Illinois Libraries Present Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Online / Remote at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Food & Drink Age Group: All Ages Event Details: To register for this program, click here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NojENUDSSiS7Bxc4Sifdzw#/registration Alexis Nikole Nelson is a forager and an outdoo... Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 10 2025 Thu The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson Date & Time: Digital Program with Illinois Libraries Present 7:00pm - 8:00pm Food & Drink Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Online / Remote Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Food & Drink Event Details: To register for this program, click here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NojENUDSSiS7Bxc4Sifdzw#/registration
This event is in the "Adults" group. Organize Your Job Search-Get Results! Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Conference Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Workshop Age Group: Adults Event Details: Get tips on an effective job search, targeting your resume, a sharp “elevator speech,” and interview coaching presented by Business and Career Services, Inc. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 10 2025 Thu Organize Your Job Search-Get Results! 7:00pm - 8:30pm Workshop Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Workshop Event Details: Get tips on an effective job search, targeting your resume, a sharp “elevator speech,” and interview coaching presented by Business and Career Services, Inc.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Spring Techwise Technology Course for Older Adults Friday, April 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Technology Class Age Group: Adults Event Details: A technology course dedicated to older adults. This class will cover basic computer skills such as using email, Microsoft Word, and social media. Those who complete the course will... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 11 2025 Fri Spring Techwise Technology Course for Older Adults 11:00am - 12:30pm Technology Class Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Adults Program Type: Technology Class Event Details: A technology course dedicated to older adults. This class will cover basic computer skills such as using email, Microsoft Word, and social media. Those who complete the course will receive a free device.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Easter Photoshoot Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm Tech Annex at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Other Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Stop by the Tech Annex for a FREE Easter themed picture! Make sure to select a time slot HERE. Registration is required. Required This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 12 2025 Sat Easter Photoshoot 12:30pm - 2:30pm Other Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Other Required Seats Remaining: 30 Event Details: Stop by the Tech Annex for a FREE Easter themed picture! Make sure to select a time slot HERE. Registration is 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.
Gentle Movement for Pain Management & Stress-Relief: Senior Tai-Chi Monday, April 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Presenter Brian Thompson will guide seniors through gentle movement exercises to relieve chronic pain and stress. All tai-chi exercises can be done from a seated position. No regis... Apr 14 2025 Mon Gentle Movement for Pain Management & Stress-Relief: Senior Tai-Chi 10:30am - 11:30am Health & Wellness Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Presenter Brian Thompson will guide seniors through gentle movement exercises to relieve chronic pain and stress. All tai-chi exercises can be done from a seated position. No registration required.
