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Scrapbooking Night

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Childern's Area at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Age Group:
Children, All Ages
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 s...

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Childern'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 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.

Tuesday Morning Story-Time For Babies & Toddlers

Tuesday, April 15, 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.

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 "Children" group.

Peaceful Time/Tiempo De Paz

Tuesday, April 15, 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...

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 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: Dried Flower Bouquet

Tuesday, April 15, 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
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 15, 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 "Children" group.

Draw with Electricity

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tech Annex at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM Learning
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Learn about simple electrical circuits and draw your own electrical circuits with conductive ink. You will also get to take home your own Circuit Scribe kit! 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Tech Annex
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM Learning
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn about simple electrical circuits and draw your own electrical circuits with conductive ink. You will also get to take home your own Circuit Scribe kit! 

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.

Lecciones de Inglés Gratis

Wednesday, April 16, 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
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 16, 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
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 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: Dried Flower Bouquet

Wednesday, April 16, 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
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 16, 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.

Birdfeeder Design Craft For Kids

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Childern's Area at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Let's decorate some birdfeeders for the birds.

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

Let's decorate some birdfeeders for the birds.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Kid's Movie Night

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:45pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

On the third Wednesday of the month, drop by the Makerspace for a free showing of a family/children's movie. Drop in only, snacks provided while supplies last, one-per-child.

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

On the third Wednesday of the month, drop by the Makerspace for a free showing of a family/children's movie. Drop in only, snacks provided while supplies last, one-per-child.

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, April 17, 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Learning & Practicing Cursive

Thursday, April 17, 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
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 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.

Fandom Photocards

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Young Adult
Event Details:

Create your own photo cards featuring your beloved artists.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Create your own photo cards featuring your beloved artists.

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.

Miles Morales Spideybration

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Movie
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate the groundbreaking and iconic animated masterpiece, Across the Spiderverse. Participants will design their own 3d-printed Nike Jordan 1 with paint or paint ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate the groundbreaking and iconic animated masterpiece, Across the Spiderverse.

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.

Spring Techwise Technology Course for Older Adults

Friday, April 18, 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...

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 "Children" group.

Let's Celebrate Spring Equinox

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children come and celebrate this 2025 spring equinox by making a mini terrarium. Children 6 years and up are welcomed they must be accompanied by an adult. Please register online i...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Children come and celebrate this 2025 spring equinox by making a mini terrarium. Children 6 years and up are welcomed they must be accompanied by 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.

Bilingual Storytime & Craft/Hora de Cuentos y Arte

Monday, April 21, 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.

Painting with Foil: Dinosaurs

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us in Children's as we paint prehistoric scenes using foil. Please register to participate in this free event.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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 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.

Paint and Sip

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Come and join us for an hour of painting while sipping  an apple juice. Children 5 years and up are welcomed with an adult. Registration is required, please use this website t...

Open
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:

Come and join us for an hour of painting while sipping  an apple juice. Children 5 years and up are welcomed 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.

Plantas de Interior

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Eventos En Español
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Maria Guzman de Illinois Extension Universidad de Urbana-Champaign nos hablará de las mejores especies de plantas de interior de la casa en el Dia de la Tierra.  ¿Que plantas ...

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

Maria Guzman de Illinois Extension Universidad de Urbana-Champaign nos hablará de las mejores especies de plantas de interior de la casa en el Dia de la Tierra.  ¿Que plantas son resistentes, bonitas y faciles para cuidar?

This event is in the "Children" group.

Peaceful Time/Tiempo De Paz

Tuesday, April 22, 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...

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 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: Dried Flower Bouquet

Tuesday, April 22, 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
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.