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Summer Reading 2025

Summer Reading 2025: Level Up At Your Library

All Day 6/1 - 7/31
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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.

VISUAL BALANCE: Creating Effective Layouts

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Tech Annex
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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.

GarageBand for iOS How-To: How to Import, Clip, Fade Intro & Outro, and Export

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Tech Annex
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Got an iPhone? Or iPad? Have audio you’d like to share, but wish to share a portion of it? Well, you’ll learn how to do that. Learn how to import it, clip it, fade its intro and outro, and then export it.

Canva Tips

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Tech Annex
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn awesome Canva tips including how to setup your design to print to our printers.

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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! 


 

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. 

Princess Hats & Shields Part 1

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Young Adult
Arts & Crafts, Food & Drink, Workshop
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Food & Drink, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a pointy princess hat and design your shield with a unique coat of arms.

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. 

Open Mic

3:00pm - 4:00pm
All Ages
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Tech Annex
Age Group: All Ages
Registration Required

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!

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. 

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.

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. 

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.

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. 

Scrunchie DIY last meeting

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

Children come and make an easy bow scrunchie with us. Ages 8 and up are welcomed to participate.  We will meet in the makerspace promptly at 6pm and it might last until 8pm. Please register online or call 708 388 1078 ext. 22.

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. 

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

Memory cafe

10:30am - 11:00am
Adults
Community Event
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. 

Copy of Copy of Tai-Chi Pain Relief - Gentle Movement Workshop

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Visit us for gentle movement which can provide pain relief for seniors and adults of all ages. 

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.

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. 

URC Robo Sumo Tournament

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children
STEM Learning
Upcoming
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!

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. 

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. 

Maker Challenge: DIY Sketchbook

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: During Maker Hours
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

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. 

Story time for children and craft

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

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. 

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.

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. 

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.

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. 

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. 

D.I.Y. Text Tote

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Young Adult
Workshop
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: One time in the Makerspace
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to design a tote bag using a vinyl cutter.

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. 

Maker Challenge: DIY Sketchbook

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: During Maker Hours
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

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. 

Blue Island Robbins Neighborhood Network's Resident Advisory Council

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Event
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Blue Island Robbins Neighborhood Network's Resident Advisory Council. 

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.

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. 

Intro to 3D Design with Tinkercad

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children
STEM Learning
Upcoming
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!

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.