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Summer Reading 2025

Summer Reading 2025: Level Up At Your Library

All Day 6/1 - 7/31
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Age Group: Adults, Young Adult, Children, All Ages
Program Type: Reading Challenge
Event Details:

Sign yourself up through the Beanstack App, or sign up in person with a librarian. This year expect lots of games and gaming-themed activities to accompany the traditional book-logging. We like this year’s theme, and we’re going all-in.

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UNO Tournament

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Think you have what it takes to be a UNO Master? Come by for our UNO Tournament and win a prize! 

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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. 

DIY Sun Visor Decorating Craft

3:00pm–3:30pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

DIY Sun Visor Decorating Craft! Wednesday: August 6, 2025, 3pm - 3:30pm. Registration online, space is limited.

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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. 

Design Your Own Back-to-School Pencil Pouch

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's almost time for Back to School, so stop by and design your own pencil pouch exactly how you'd like it! Pouch and art materials provided. Please register to participate in this free event, walk-ins will be accepted space permitting.

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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. 

cancelled Let's savor a refreshing smoothie! Vamos a refrescarnos con un smoothie!

11:00am–12:00pm
Children
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

we apologize for the inconve

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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. 

Scratch Coding: Animate a Story

4:00pm–6:00pm
Children
STEM Learning
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Tech Annex
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Use block coding to bring stories to life on screen.

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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. 

Joyful Painting/Pintando Alegre

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Paint alsongside a video tutorial! For children ages 6+ Registration Required! 

¡Pinta junto con un video tutorial! Para niños mayores de 6 años. ¡Requiere registro! 

Anime Club

10:30am–11:30am
Children
Movie
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Watch some new anime and meet new friends! We will be watching a different anime during each session! For ages 8-13, and no registration required! 


 

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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. 

Parent Meet & Greet/Reunion de Padres

10:30am–11:30am
Adults, Children
Arts & Crafts, Food & Drink, Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Food & Drink, Other
Event Details:

Socialize with other Parents in the Community! There will be coffee & tea available along with a small pastry! 

¡Socialice con otros padres de la comunidad! ¡Habrá café y té disponibles junto con un pequeño pastelito!

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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. 

Illinois Junior Chefs/Chefs Jóvenes de Illinois

12:00pm–2:00pm
Children
Food & Drink, Workshop
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Food & Drink, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champagne Extension will be hosting a four-day workshop in the Makerspace for children ages 9-12 ONLY. English and Spanish-speakers are both welcome to attend.

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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. 

Sculpting for Kids

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ms. Jamie for basic sculpting using Crayola Air Dry Clay. Each child will be given the same amount of clay to create whatever sculpture they want & basic carving Play-Doh tools.

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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. 

cancelled Scrunchie DIY last meeting

6:00pm–8:00pm
Children
Cancelled
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

We apologize for the inconvenience, thank you for understa

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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. 

Illinois Junior Chefs/Chefs Jóvenes de Illinois

12:00pm–2:00pm
Children
Food & Drink, Workshop
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Food & Drink, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champagne Extension will be hosting a four-day workshop in the Makerspace for children ages 9-12 ONLY. English and Spanish-speakers are both welcome to attend.

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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. 

URC Robo Sumo Tournament

2:00pm–4:00pm
Children
STEM Learning
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Tech Annex
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Compete in a live robot sumo battle using the URC Gladiator kit. Trophies for the top 4!

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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. 

cancelled Story time for children and craft

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
Cancelled
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

 

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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. 

Kid's Movie Night

6:00pm–8:00pm
Children
Movie
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a free showing of the hilarious Looney Toons movie The Day the Earth Blew Up (rated PG). One snack per child, first come, first serve. Drop in only!

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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. 

Illinois Junior Chefs/Chefs Jóvenes de Illinois

12:00pm–2:00pm
Children
Food & Drink, Workshop
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Food & Drink, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champagne Extension will be hosting a four-day workshop in the Makerspace for children ages 9-12 ONLY. English and Spanish-speakers are both welcome to attend.

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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. 

Summer-Time Book Marker Craft

3:00pm–3:30pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Summer-Time Book Marker Craft!  Registration online, space is limited. Ages 4 to 12 years old.

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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. 

Illinois Junior Chefs/Chefs Jóvenes de Illinois

12:00pm–2:00pm
Children
Food & Drink, Workshop
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Food & Drink, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champagne Extension will be hosting a four-day workshop in the Makerspace for children ages 9-12 ONLY. English and Spanish-speakers are both welcome to attend.

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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. 

Intro to 3D Design with Tinkercad

2:00pm–4:00pm
Children
STEM Learning
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Tech Annex
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn 3D modeling and make a design to be printed!

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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. 

Toddler Time: Handprint Fingerpainting

11:00am–12:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Friends four and under & their grownups are welcome to join us at 11AM for an intentional arts & crafts event. Create a keepsake to hang on your wall and treasure as the years pass.

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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. 

Outside Chalk Art/Pintar Afuera Con Tiza

10:00am–11:00am
Children, All Ages
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Chalk up the sidewalk in front of the Library! No registration required! Weather Permitting!

¡Pinta la banqueta con tiza! No requiere registro! Si el tiempo lo permite!

 

 

 


 

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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. 

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:

Join us for a storytime especially for babies and toddlers with Ms. Lisa. Drop in only. 

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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. 

UNO Tournament

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Think you have what it takes to be a UNO Master? Come by for our UNO Tournament and win a prize! 


 

Chalk Sketch Art On Canvas Craft

1:30pm–2:30pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Chalk Sketch Art On Canvas Craft! Registration online, space is limited (Must Be On Time). Ages 5 to 12 years old.
 

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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.