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Kid's Summer Pen Pal Program

All Day 6/1 - 7/31
Children's Area at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Children

Fill out a registration form in-person with Ms. Jamie to participate in the Kid's Summer Pen Pal Program!

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Fill out a registration form in-person with Ms. Jamie to participate in the Kid's Summer Pen Pal Program!

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

Habitat for Humanity Informational Session

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
All Ages

Visit to learn about the Dupage and Chicago South Suburbs Habitat for Humanity and the work they do in our communities. Please register.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Visit to learn about the Dupage and Chicago South Suburbs Habitat for Humanity and the work they do in our communities. Please register.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Leaf & Latte Lovers

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Community Event, Food & Drink
Age Group:
Young Adult, All Ages

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. 

Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Young Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Community Event, Food & Drink
Registration Required
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

Summer Reading Smash Tournament

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Community Event, Reading Challenge
Age Group:
Children

Celebrate the end of Summer Reading 2025 with a Super Smash Bros tournament! 

Requirements:

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Event, Reading Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate the end of Summer Reading 2025 with a Super Smash Bros tournament! 

Requirements:

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

Summer Reading Party at the Lyric Theater

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Community Event, Food & Drink, Movie
Age Group:
Children

If your child finishes their 500 minutes of summer reading (that's 9 minutes per day!), then in addition to a Summer Reading tote bag, comic book of choice, free White Sox tickets, Thunderbolts tickets, free pizza coupons from Beggars and Nonnas,

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Event, Food & Drink, Movie
Event Details:

If your child finishes their 500 minutes of summer reading (that's 9 minutes per day!), then in addition to a Summer Reading tote bag, comic book of choice, free White Sox tickets, Thunderbolts tickets, free pizza coupons from Beggars and Nonnas,

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

Memory cafe

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy coffee, tea, & snacks, while playing games & sharpening memory skills. This program does not require registration. 

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Enjoy coffee, tea, & snacks, while playing games & sharpening memory skills. This program does not require registration. 

Blue Island Robbins Neighborhood Network's Resident Advisory Council

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Community Event

Blue Island Robbins Neighborhood Network's Resident Advisory Council. 

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Blue Island Robbins Neighborhood Network's Resident Advisory Council. 

This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Leaf & Latte Lovers

Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
One time in the Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Community Event, Food & Drink
Age Group:
Young Adult, All Ages

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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: One time in the Makerspace
Age Group: Young Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Community Event, Food & Drink
Registration Required
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

Party in the Park

Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
The Park at York and Western
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Children

Say goodbye to summer & hello to fall with our third annual Party in the Park! Join us for a free event with bounce houses, a petting zoo, and more! Hosted as a collaboration between the Park District and the Library.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Park at York and Western
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Say goodbye to summer & hello to fall with our third annual Party in the Park! Join us for a free event with bounce houses, a petting zoo, and more! Hosted as a collaboration between the Park District and the Library.

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. 

Autumn Bingo

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Community Event

Play Bingo & win fall-themed prizes. No registration required. 

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Play Bingo & win fall-themed prizes. No registration required. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Pumpkin Patch

Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
All Ages

Visit the library and pick out a perfect pumpkin from our "patch".   Paint your pumpkin, take an instant photo in front of our autumn themed backdrop, and enjoy tasty seasonal snacks. Registration is required. 

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Visit the library and pick out a perfect pumpkin from our "patch".   Paint your pumpkin, take an instant photo in front of our autumn themed backdrop, and enjoy tasty seasonal snacks. Registration is required. 

This event is in the "Children" group

All About Bird Migration with the Forest Preserve

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Area at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Community Event, STEM Learning
Age Group:
Children

Join Mr. Nate of the Cook County Forest Preserve as he discusses local birds, as well as why they migrate, where they go, and how they find their way! Please register to participate, but drop-ins are welcome. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Event, STEM Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Mr. Nate of the Cook County Forest Preserve as he discusses local birds, as well as why they migrate, where they go, and how they find their way! Please register to participate, but drop-ins are welcome. 

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

Kids Autumn Art Contest

09/17/2025 @ 9:00am to 10/15/2025 @ 5:00pm
Children's Area at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Other
Age Group:
Children

Join us for our third annual Kids Autumn Art Contest. This year, there will be three prizes awarded: one for grades 6-8, one for grades 3-5, and one for grades second and under.

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

Join us for our third annual Kids Autumn Art Contest. This year, there will be three prizes awarded: one for grades 6-8, one for grades 3-5, and one for grades second and under.

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. 

­Taller de Piñatas

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Community Event

Te invitamos a particpar en un Taller de Piñatas para adultos, aprenderás paso a paso cómo hacer una piñata.  Ideal para quienes quieren probar algo nuevo, liberar estrés y llevarse a casa una obra hecha con tus propias manos.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Program Type: Community Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Te invitamos a particpar en un Taller de Piñatas para adultos, aprenderás paso a paso cómo hacer una piñata.  Ideal para quienes quieren probar algo nuevo, liberar estrés y llevarse a casa una obra hecha con tus propias manos.

This event is in the "Children" group

Toddler Time: Playdate at the Park

Friday, September 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Children

Join Ms. Jamie at Memorial Park to meet your neighbors and play with new friends! Register to participate, walk-ins welcome!

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ms. Jamie at Memorial Park to meet your neighbors and play with new friends! Register to participate, walk-ins welcome!

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: Playdate at the Park

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Community Event
Age Group:
Children

Join Ms. Jamie at Memorial Park to meet your neighbors and play with new friends! Register to participate, walk-ins welcome!

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ms. Jamie at Memorial Park to meet your neighbors and play with new friends! Register to participate, walk-ins welcome!

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. 

­Taller de Piñatas

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Makerspace at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Community Event

Te invitamos a particpar en un Taller de Piñatas para adultos, aprenderás paso a paso cómo hacer una piñata.  Ideal para quienes quieren probar algo nuevo, liberar estrés y llevarse a casa una obra hecha con tus propias manos.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Program Type: Community Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Te invitamos a particpar en un Taller de Piñatas para adultos, aprenderás paso a paso cómo hacer una piñata.  Ideal para quienes quieren probar algo nuevo, liberar estrés y llevarse a casa una obra hecha con tus propias manos.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Bingo Cafe

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Community Event, Food & Drink
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy an array of tasty coffee & snacks while playing bingo and winning fun prizes. No registration required. 

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Event, Food & Drink
Event Details:

Enjoy an array of tasty coffee & snacks while playing bingo and winning fun prizes. No registration required. 

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!

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 "Children" group

Local Animals Prepare for Winter with the Forest Preserve

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Area at Blue Island Public Library
Program Type:
Community Event, STEM Learning
Age Group:
Children

Join us in Children's as Mr. Nate of the Forest Preserves of Cook County does a see-and-feel presentation about how local animals get ready for winter! Please register to participate, but walk-ins are welcome. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Event, STEM Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in Children's as Mr. Nate of the Forest Preserves of Cook County does a see-and-feel presentation about how local animals get ready for winter! Please register to participate, but walk-ins are welcome. 

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.