This event is in the "Young Adult" group Sep-Oct 2025 Cryptid Cache Challenge All Day 9/3–10/31 Young Adult Reading Challenge Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group Sep-Oct 2025 Cryptid Cache Challenge All Day 9/3–10/31 Reading Challenge Closed 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.
Oct 29 2025 Wed Clases de Inglés para Principiantes - English Classes for Beginners 10:00am–12:00pm Eventos En Español Oct 29 2025 Wed Clases de Inglés para Principiantes - English Classes for Beginners 10:00am–12:00pm Eventos En Español Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Program Type: Eventos En Español Event Details: Clase de inglés para principiantes. Aprenderemos gramática, vocabulario, pronuniciación y frases de la vida diaria.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Oct 29 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 Oct 29 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 Oct 29 2025 Wed Halloween Storytime & Craft 6:00pm–7:00pm Children Arts & Crafts, Storytime Full Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Oct 29 2025 Wed Halloween Storytime & Craft 6:00pm–7:00pm Arts & Crafts, Storytime Full Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Join Ms. Jamie for a Halloween-themed story time & craft event. We will read 3-4 picture books, and then make a Halloween-themed craft. Please register to participate, walk-ins welcome space permitting. 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.
Oct 30 2025 Thu Taller de Día de Muertos: Arte y Recuerdos REGISTRATION CLOSED/REGISTRACIÓN CERRADA 11:00am–1:00pm Eventos En Español Closed Registration Required Oct 30 2025 Thu Taller de Día de Muertos: Arte y Recuerdos REGISTRATION CLOSED/REGISTRACIÓN CERRADA 11:00am–1:00pm Eventos En Español Closed Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Program Type: Eventos En Español Registration Required Event Details: Haremos una pieza artesanal para el Día de Muertos
This event is in the "All Ages" group Oct 30 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 Oct 30 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 "Children" group Oct 30 2025 Thu Halloween Greeting Card Decorating Craft 3:30pm–4:00pm Children Arts & Crafts Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Oct 30 2025 Thu Halloween Greeting Card Decorating Craft 3:30pm–4:00pm Arts & Crafts Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required 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 Oct 30 2025 Thu 3D Modeling Basics - TinkerCad 4:00pm–5:00pm Young Adult STEM Learning, Workshop Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group Oct 30 2025 Thu 3D Modeling Basics - TinkerCad 4:00pm–5:00pm STEM Learning, Workshop Closed Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: STEM Learning, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Join our Tinkercad workshop to learn 3D modeling basics! Explore easy tools for designing and printing 3D objects. Perfect for beginners, no prior experience needed. Registration Required. 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 Oct 30 2025 Thu Aprende lo Básico de Computación 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Eventos En Español Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 30 2025 Thu Aprende lo Básico de Computación 7:00pm–8:00pm Eventos En Español Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: Adults Program Type: Eventos En Español Registration Required Event Details: Únete a nosotros cada Jueves de Octubre para aprender habilidades básicas de computación. 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 Oct 31 2025 Fri ABE-LINC Programa de Acesso Digital 10:00am–1:30pm Adults Eventos En Español This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 31 2025 Fri ABE-LINC Programa de Acesso Digital 10:00am–1:30pm Eventos En Español Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Adults Program Type: Eventos En Español Event Details: Aprendizaje sobre el uso básico de computadoras y más para principiantes.Learning basic computer usage and more for beginners.*De 12-2PM, ex-alumnos clases de computación de uno-a-uno.
This event is in the "Children" group Oct 31 2025 Fri Halloween Bilingual Storytime & Craft 10:30am–11:30am Children Arts & Crafts, Storytime This event is in the "Children" group Oct 31 2025 Fri Halloween Bilingual Storytime & Craft 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: Join Ms. Myriam for a Special Spooky Bilingual Storytime & Craft! No registration required! ¡Acompaña a la Srta. Myriam para una hora especial de cuentos y manualidades bilingües de Halloween! ¡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 "Children" group Oct 31 2025 Fri Toddler Time: Costume Party 1:30pm–2:30pm Children Other Full Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Oct 31 2025 Fri Toddler Time: Costume Party 1:30pm–2:30pm Other Full Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Other Registration Required Event Details: Come in costume, listen to Halloween music, practice trick-or-treating, and play with new friends! This event is for four and under ONLY. Please register to participate! Walk-ins welcome space permitting. 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 Oct 31 2025 Fri Spooky Photobooth & A Movie 2:00pm–4:30pm Young Adult Movie Open Registration Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group Oct 31 2025 Fri Spooky Photobooth & A Movie 2:00pm–4:30pm Movie Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Movie Registration Required Event Details: Show off your costumes, take photo booth pictures, and stay to watch a spooky PG-13 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 "Adults" group Nov 3 2025 Mon Autumn Bingo 10:30am–11:30am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 3 2025 Mon Autumn Bingo 10:30am–11:30am Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Event Details: Play Bingo & win fall-themed prizes. No registration required.
This event is in the "Children" group Nov 3 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 Nov 3 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 "Children" group Nov 4 2025 Tue Surprise Craft Take & Make All Day Children Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Children" group Nov 4 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 "Children" group Nov 4 2025 Tue Tuesday Morning Story-Time For Babies & Toddlers 10:00am–10:30am Children Storytime This event is in the "Children" group Nov 4 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 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.
Nov 4 2025 Tue Voluntarios Creativos/Creative Volunteers 10:00am–12:00pm Eventos En Español Open Registration Required Nov 4 2025 Tue Voluntarios Creativos/Creative Volunteers 10:00am–12:00pm Eventos En Español Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Program Type: Eventos En Español Registration Required 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 Nov 4 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 Nov 4 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 Nov 4 2025 Tue Blue Island Bookworms – “The Silent Patient” 7:00pm–9:00pm Adults Book Club This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 4 2025 Tue Blue Island Bookworms – “The Silent Patient” 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 Nov. 4 will be The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides.
Nov 5 2025 Wed Clases de Inglés para Principiantes - English Classes for Beginners 10:00am–12:00pm Eventos En Español Nov 5 2025 Wed Clases de Inglés para Principiantes - English Classes for Beginners 10:00am–12:00pm Eventos En Español Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Program Type: Eventos En Español Event Details: Clase de inglés para principiantes. Aprenderemos gramática, vocabulario, pronuniciación y frases de la vida diaria.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 5 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 Nov 5 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 Nov 5 2025 Wed Fall Wreath Decorating Craft 3:30pm–4:00pm Children Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Children" group Nov 5 2025 Wed Fall Wreath 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 "Children" group Nov 5 2025 Wed Mad Scientist: Rube Goldberg Machine 6:30pm–7:30pm Children STEM Learning Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Nov 5 2025 Wed Mad Scientist: Rube Goldberg Machine 6:30pm–7:30pm STEM Learning Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: STEM Learning Registration Required Event Details: Participants will work together as a team to build a Rube Goldberg Machine! Please sign up to participate, walk-ins will be accepted space permitting. 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.
