This event is in the "All Ages" group Aug 28 2025 Thu Open Makerspace Hours 3:00pm–6:00pm All Ages Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop This event is in the "All Ages" group Aug 28 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 This event is in the "All Ages" group Aug 28 2025 Thu Leaf & Latte Lovers 4:00pm–5:00pm Young Adult, All Ages Community Event, Food & Drink Open Registration Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Aug 28 2025 Thu Leaf & Latte Lovers 4:00pm–5:00pm Community Event, Food & Drink Open 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 Aug 28 2025 Thu Rewind TV Night 6:00pm–8:00pm Children Movie This event is in the "Children" group Aug 28 2025 Thu Rewind TV Night 6:00pm–8:00pm Movie Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: 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.
This event is in the "Children" group Aug 28 2025 Thu S'more Time at the Library 7:30pm–8:00pm Children Food & Drink Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Aug 28 2025 Thu S'more Time at the Library 7:30pm–8:00pm Food & Drink Open Library Branch: Outside Library Entrance Age Group: Children Program Type: Food & Drink Registration Required Event Details: Join us for our third annual S'more Time at the Library! Get to know your neighbors around the fire and meet new friends over a s'more. (two per person max) Please register if you plan to attend so we may have enough to go around. 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 Aug 29 2025 Fri Toddler Time: Fun with Bluey 11:00am–12:00pm Children Arts & Crafts, Storytime Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Aug 29 2025 Fri Toddler Time: Fun with Bluey 11:00am–12:00pm Arts & Crafts, Storytime Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Friends four and under are welcome to join us for a Bluey-themed Toddler Time! We will have a Bluey storytime followed by a simple Bluey craft. Please register to participate in this free 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 "Children" group Aug 30 2025 Sat Party in the Park 12:00pm–3:00pm Children Community Event Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Aug 30 2025 Sat Party in the Park 12:00pm–3:00pm Community Event Open 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 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.
Sep 1 2025 Mon Labor Day *Closed* All Day Closing Sep 1 2025 Mon Closing Labor Day *Closed* All Day Branches: Blue Island Public Library
This event is in the "Children" group Sep 2 2025 Tue Surprise Craft Take & Make All Day Children Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Children" group Sep 2 2025 Tue Surprise Craft Take & Make All Day Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: This is a passive event. Come pick up a bag (surprise crafts inside), take it home, and do the crafts. One per child, no holds, first come first serve. 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 Sep-Oct 2025 Cryptid Cache Challenge All Day 9/2–10/31 Young Adult Reading Challenge Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group Sep-Oct 2025 Cryptid Cache Challenge All Day 9/2–10/31 Reading Challenge Upcoming Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Online or App Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Reading Challenge Registration Required Event Details: Find the cryptids hiding among the stacks and log books to win prizes. Register on Beanstack, visit the reference desk (free sticker!), or on the events calendar. 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 Sep 2 2025 Tue Tuesday Morning Story-Time For Babies & Toddlers 10:00am–10:30am Children Storytime This event is in the "Children" group Sep 2 2025 Tue Tuesday Morning Story-Time For Babies & Toddlers 10:00am–10:30am Storytime Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime
This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 2 2025 Tue Voluntarios Creativos/Creative Volunteers 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Other This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 2 2025 Tue Voluntarios Creativos/Creative Volunteers 10:00am–12:00pm Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Other Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Other 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 Sep 2 2025 Tue Open Makerspace Hours 3:00pm–5:00pm All Ages Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 2 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 Sep 2 2025 Tue Blue Island Bookworms – “James” 7:00pm–9:00pm Adults Book Club This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 2 2025 Tue Blue Island Bookworms – “James” 7:00pm–9:00pm Book Club Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Join the Friends of the Blue Island Public Library for lively discussion of current titles.The title discussed on Sept. 2 will be James by Percival Everett.
Sep 3 2025 Wed Autumn Bingo 10:30am–11:30am Community Event Sep 3 2025 Wed Autumn Bingo 10:30am–11:30am Community Event 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 Sep 3 2025 Wed Open Makerspace Hours 3:00pm–6:00pm All Ages Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 3 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 Sep 3 2025 Wed DIY Kite Decorating Craft 3:30pm–4:00pm Children Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Children" group Sep 3 2025 Wed DIY Kite Decorating Craft 3:30pm–4:00pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area 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 "All Ages" group Sep 4 2025 Thu Open Makerspace Hours 3:00pm–6:00pm All Ages Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 4 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 "Adults" group Sep 4 2025 Thu Cybercafe 4:00pm–5:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 4 2025 Thu Cybercafe 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: Adults Event Details: First Thursday of every month from 4-5pm in the Tech Annex. Consult with skilled staff regarding tech questions. Call ahead for details about what we are able to assist you with. No registration required at this time.
This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 5 2025 Fri Laser Engraving 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 5 2025 Fri Laser Engraving 3:00pm–4:00pm Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: Adults Registration Required Event Details: Inscribe different materials using the library's laser engraver.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 6 2025 Sat Pumpkin Patch 1:00pm–2:30pm All Ages Community Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 6 2025 Sat Pumpkin Patch 1:00pm–2:30pm Community Event Full Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Community Event Registration Required 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 Sep 8 2025 Mon Bilingual Storytime & Craft/Hora de Cuentos y Arte 10:30am–11:30am Children Arts & Crafts, Storytime This event is in the "Children" group Sep 8 2025 Mon Bilingual Storytime & Craft/Hora de Cuentos y Arte 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: 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 Sep 8 2025 Mon VISUAL BALANCE: Creating Effective Layouts 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Workshop Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 8 2025 Mon VISUAL BALANCE: Creating Effective Layouts 6:00pm–8:00pm Workshop Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: Adults Program Type: Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to create visually balanced images (photos, flyers, posters, etc.). Using principles of design you’ll create effective layouts. | Ages 12+ | In-Person / Zoom Meeting..../// Zoom Meeting ID: 520 509 0829 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 Sep 9 2025 Tue Tuesday Morning Story-Time For Babies & Toddlers 10:00am–10:30am Children Storytime This event is in the "Children" group Sep 9 2025 Tue Tuesday Morning Story-Time For Babies & Toddlers 10:00am–10:30am Storytime Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime
This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 9 2025 Tue Voluntarios Creativos/Creative Volunteers 10:00am–12:00pm Adults Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Other This event is in the "Adults" group Sep 9 2025 Tue Voluntarios Creativos/Creative Volunteers 10:00am–12:00pm Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Other Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Other 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
