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Blooming Book Bingo

All Day 3/22 - 5/31
Young Adult
Reading Challenge
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Online or App
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Reading Challenge
Event Details:

Spring into a new book this season and play bingo. Read and log books to win prizes. Ages 10-25

Sign up on Beanstack or at the Reference Desk.

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. 

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Purpose of Meeting

Discussion of timeline and construction requirements for Roof Replacement project.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Scrapbooking Night rescheduled April 28

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children, All Ages
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Children'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

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Children'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.

Voluntarios Creativos/Creative Volunteers

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
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 "Children" group.

Peaceful Time/Tiempo De Paz

3:00pm - 4:15pm
Children
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 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

3:00pm - 5:00pm
All Ages
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 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

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts, STEM Learning
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Tech Annex
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
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 CLOSED REGISTRATION

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Eventos En Español
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Eventos En Español
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)

10:00am - 6:00pm
Young Adult
Teen Volunteer Opportunity
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Young Adult/Teen Area
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Teen Volunteer Opportunity
Registration 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 "All Ages" group.

Open Makerspace Hours

3:00pm - 6:00pm
All Ages
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 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

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Children'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

6:00pm - 8:45pm
Children
Other
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

3:00pm - 6:00pm
All Ages
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 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

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, All Ages
Workshop
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us as we learn, practice, and celebrate cursive handwriting! Thursdays in spring (check calendar for specific dates) at 4PM we will be learning and practicing how to write in cursive. Ms. Jamie will lead the event and provide all materials.

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

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Young Adult
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Children
Arts & Crafts, Movie
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

ABE-LINC Programa de Acesso Digital

9:15am - 1:15pm
Adults
Eventos En Español
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Eventos En Español
Event Details:

Los talleres de accesso digital son impartidos por navegadores digitales de la Universidad Estatal de Chicago.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spring Techwise Technology Course for Older Adults

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adults
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.

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Purpose of Meeting

We are looking to inform the public about the rise of cancer and how they can prevent it. We have a partnership with the National Cancer Institute and wants to let the public know about the importance of the study and cancer prevention.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Learn about the home buying process, meet unique professionals, and learn how to qualify for help on a down payment! A workshop with GLCU Foundation for Financial Empowerment. Please register at this link: 

 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Let's Celebrate Spring Equinox

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
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. 

Easter Sunday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Blue Island Public Library