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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.

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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. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Craft Club Wednesday

4:00pm–4:30pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Help us clean out our backlog of extra crafts! Come join us for a random craft on Wednesdays at 4. Take one with you to make at home (if we have extras)! Ages 6+, drop in only.

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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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Gouache Painting Course

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

Learn the basics of painting with Gouache! Receive a small travel pallet of paints and watercolor supplies to continue making art at home! Registration required; limit 15. 

Jabones Artesanales Navideños

10:00am–12:00pm
Eventos En Español
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Program Type: Eventos En Español
Registration Required
Event Details:

¿Buscas un regalo original y hecho con tus propias manos?  ¡Ven a la bibliotea y crea jabones navideños únicos, aromáticos y llenos de encanto!  Registración requerida para el taller de adultos.

This event is in the "Children" group

Thursday Afternoon Storytime for Babies & Toddlers

1:00pm–1:30pm
Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Drop in for a baby storytime on Thursday afternoons!

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

Winter Pokémon Puzzle Blitz

6:00pm–7:30pm
Children
Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Work as a team to put together a winter-themed Pokémon puzzle that Ms. Jamie will hang in the Children's Department after! This is a drop in event for ages 7+!

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

Picture Book Homeschool Reading Club

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Early elementary-age homeschoolers (and emerging readers) are welcome to join Ms. Jamie for a special storytime & activity just for homeschool kids! Each day will have a theme for the books and activity.

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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. 

ABE-LINC Programa de Acesso Digital

10:00am–4:00pm
Eventos En Español
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
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 "Adults" group

Database Deep Dive

11:30am–12:15pm
Adults
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Want to learn more about the databases available to Blue Island Library patrons? Visit for informative sessions about these digital resources. Learn about Libby, Kanopy, Novelist, and more! Registration is not required. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Homeschool Reading Club

12:30pm–2:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Book Club
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Homeschool Reading Club is a monthly meetup for elementary and middle grade children who are homeschooling. It will occur from 12:30PM - 2PM on the second Friday of October & November, and the first Friday of December; 2026 da

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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. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

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
Event Details:

Share music with your peers in this relaxed atmosphere.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Book signing with author J D Roman

3:30pm–4:30pm
Young Adult, All Ages
Book Signing
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Young Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Book Signing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Author of The HUE: Red Part One

JD Roman will be visiting the library for a book signing!

The first 5 people to will receive a copy of the book!

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

Lights Parade Party with Santa

1:00pm–4:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Library Tradition
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Library Tradition
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we get psyched for the annual Lights Parade Party! Santa will be taking photos from 1:30PM-3PM. There will also be crafts and activities for families to enjoy after they take their photo with Santa.

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

Friends of the Library Holiday Open House

5:30pm–7:00pm
All Ages
Community Event
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Young Adult/Teen Area
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Join the Friends of the Library for our annual Holiday Open House with hot chocolate and cookies following the parade.

This event is in the "Children" group

Bilingual Storytime & Craft/Hora de Cuentos y Arte

10:30am–11:30am
Children
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 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

Gift Creation Station

3:30pm–5:00pm
All Ages
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Not sure what to gift loved ones this Holiday season? Come to our Gift Creation Station! Make several personalized gifts, including: notebooks, photo keychains, coin purses, slime toys, tote-bags, and more!

This event is in the "Adults" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Tech Annex
Age Group: Adults
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 |
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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

Spanish Club/Club de Español

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
Eventos En Español
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Eventos En Español
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come hang out, make friends, and explore the Spanish language and culture through music, movies, shows, games, art, and other fun activities! This is a fun and relaxed space for everyone, whether you're fluent or just starting out.

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 Storytime 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:

Drop by for a baby storytime with Ms. Jamie!

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
Eventos En Español
Open
Registration Required
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

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 "Adults" group

Winter Garland

3:30pm–4:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come and craft a winter garland! All materials will be provided. Registration required; limit 15. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Canva Tips

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Workshop
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Tech Annex
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn awesome Canva tips including how to setup your design to print to our printers and “How to Create Image Reflection in Canva | Easy Reflections!” Register Now!
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/// Zoom Meeting ID: 520 509 0829

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.