This event is in the "Children" group Jun-Jul 2025 Kid's Summer Pen Pal Program All Day 6/1–7/31 Children Community Event This event is in the "Children" group Jun-Jul 2025 Kid's Summer Pen Pal Program All Day 6/1–7/31 Community Event Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Event Event Details: Fill out a registration form in-person with Ms. Jamie to participate in the Kid's Summer Pen Pal Program! 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 "All Ages" group Jul 30 2025 Wed Habitat for Humanity Informational Session 6:00pm–7:00pm All Ages Community Event Open Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Jul 30 2025 Wed Habitat for Humanity Informational Session 6:00pm–7:00pm Community Event Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Community Event Registration Required Event Details: Visit to learn about the Dupage and Chicago South Suburbs Habitat for Humanity and the work they do in our communities. Please register.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jul 31 2025 Thu Leaf & Latte Lovers 6:00pm–7:00pm Young Adult, All Ages Community Event, Food & Drink Cancelled Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jul 31 2025 Thu Cancelled Leaf & Latte Lovers 6:00pm–7:00pm Community Event, Food & Drink Closed Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Young Adult, All Ages Program Type: Community Event, Food & Drink Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a plant swap. Bring your plant babies, cuttings, or seedlings, and leave with a new plant. Coffee, tea, and light snacks will be provided.
This event is in the "Children" group Aug 2 2025 Sat Summer Reading Smash Tournament 2:30pm–4:30pm Children Community Event, Reading Challenge Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Aug 2 2025 Sat Summer Reading Smash Tournament 2:30pm–4:30pm Community Event, Reading Challenge Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Event, Reading Challenge Registration Required Event Details: Celebrate the end of Summer Reading 2025 with a Super Smash Bros tournament! Requirements: 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 Aug 5 2025 Tue Summer Reading Party at the Lyric Theater 5:30pm–8:30pm Children Community Event, Food & Drink, Movie Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group Aug 5 2025 Tue Summer Reading Party at the Lyric Theater 5:30pm–8:30pm Community Event, Food & Drink, Movie Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Event, Food & Drink, Movie Event Details: If your child finishes their 500 minutes of summer reading (that's 9 minutes per day!), then in addition to a Summer Reading tote bag, comic book of choice, free White Sox tickets, Thunderbolts tickets, free pizza coupons from Beggars and Nonnas, 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 Aug 12 2025 Tue Memory cafe 10:30am–11:00am Adults Community Event This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 12 2025 Tue Memory cafe 10:30am–11:00am 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.
Aug 13 2025 Wed Blue Island Robbins Neighborhood Network's Resident Advisory Council 5:00pm–7:00pm Community Event Aug 13 2025 Wed 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.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Aug 28 2025 Thu Leaf & Latte Lovers 4:00pm–5:00pm Young Adult, All Ages Community Event, Food & Drink Open Registration Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Aug 28 2025 Thu Leaf & Latte Lovers 4:00pm–5:00pm Community Event, Food & Drink Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: One time in the Makerspace Age Group: Young Adult, All Ages Program Type: Community Event, Food & Drink Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a plant swap. Bring your plant babies, cuttings, or seedlings, and leave with a new plant. Coffee, tea, and light snacks will be provided.
This event is in the "Children" group Aug 30 2025 Sat Party in the Park 12:00pm–3:00pm Children Community Event Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Aug 30 2025 Sat Party in the Park 12:00pm–3:00pm Community Event Open Library Branch: The Park at York and Western Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Event Registration Required Event Details: Say goodbye to summer & hello to fall with our third annual Party in the Park! Join us for a free event with bounce houses, a petting zoo, and more! Hosted as a collaboration between the Park District and the Library. 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.
Sep 3 2025 Wed Autumn Bingo 10:30am–11:30am Community Event Sep 3 2025 Wed Autumn Bingo 10:30am–11:30am Community Event Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Program Type: Community Event Event Details: Play Bingo & win fall-themed prizes. No registration required.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 6 2025 Sat Pumpkin Patch 1:00pm–2:30pm All Ages Community Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Sep 6 2025 Sat Pumpkin Patch 1:00pm–2:30pm Community Event Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Community Event Event Details: Visit the library and pick out a perfect pumpkin from our "patch". Paint your pumpkin, take an instant photo in front of our autumn themed backdrop, and enjoy tasty seasonal snacks. Registration is required.
This event is in the "Children" group Sep 9 2025 Tue All About Bird Migration with the Forest Preserve 4:30pm–5:30pm Children Community Event, STEM Learning Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Sep 9 2025 Tue All About Bird Migration with the Forest Preserve 4:30pm–5:30pm Community Event, STEM Learning Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Event, STEM Learning Registration Required Event Details: Join Mr. Nate of the Cook County Forest Preserve as he discusses local birds, as well as why they migrate, where they go, and how they find their way! Please register to participate, but drop-ins are welcome. 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 Sep-Oct 2025 Kids Autumn Art Contest 09/17/2025 @ 9:00am–10/15/2025 @ 5:00pm Children Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Other This event is in the "Children" group Sep-Oct 2025 Kids Autumn Art Contest 09/17/2025 @ 9:00am–10/15/2025 @ 5:00pm Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Other Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Other Event Details: Join us for our third annual Kids Autumn Art Contest. This year, there will be three prizes awarded: one for grades 6-8, one for grades 3-5, and one for grades second and under. 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.
Sep 18 2025 Thu Taller de Piñatas 6:00pm–8:00pm Community Event Open Registration Required Sep 18 2025 Thu Taller de Piñatas 6:00pm–8:00pm Community Event Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Program Type: Community Event Registration Required Event Details: Te invitamos a particpar en un Taller de Piñatas para adultos, aprenderás paso a paso cómo hacer una piñata. Ideal para quienes quieren probar algo nuevo, liberar estrés y llevarse a casa una obra hecha con tus propias manos.
This event is in the "Children" group Sep 19 2025 Fri Toddler Time: Playdate at the Park 11:00am–12:00pm Children Community Event Open Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group Sep 19 2025 Fri Toddler Time: Playdate at the Park 11:00am–12:00pm Community Event Open Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Event Registration Required Event Details: Join Ms. Jamie at Memorial Park to meet your neighbors and play with new friends! Register to participate, walk-ins welcome! 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 Sep 20 2025 Sat Toddler Time: Playdate at the Park 11:00am–12:00pm Children Community Event Open Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group Sep 20 2025 Sat Toddler Time: Playdate at the Park 11:00am–12:00pm Community Event Open Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Event Registration Required Event Details: Join Ms. Jamie at Memorial Park to meet your neighbors and play with new friends! Register to participate, walk-ins welcome! 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.
Sep 25 2025 Thu Taller de Piñatas 6:00pm–8:00pm Community Event Open Registration Required Sep 25 2025 Thu Taller de Piñatas 6:00pm–8:00pm Community Event Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Program Type: Community Event Registration Required Event Details: Te invitamos a particpar en un Taller de Piñatas para adultos, aprenderás paso a paso cómo hacer una piñata. Ideal para quienes quieren probar algo nuevo, liberar estrés y llevarse a casa una obra hecha con tus propias manos.
This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 7 2025 Tue Bingo Cafe 10:30am–11:30am Adults Community Event, Food & Drink This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 7 2025 Tue Bingo Cafe 10:30am–11:30am Community Event, Food & Drink Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Event, Food & Drink Event Details: Enjoy an array of tasty coffee & snacks while playing bingo and winning fun prizes. No registration required.
This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 23 2025 Thu Adult Karaoke 10:00am–11:00am Adults Community Event This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 23 2025 Thu Adult Karaoke 10:00am–11:00am Community Event Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Community Event Event Details: Come and enjoy karaoke! Sing your favorite songs. No registration required!
This event is in the "Children" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Local Animals Prepare for Winter with the Forest Preserve 4:30pm–5:30pm Children Community Event, STEM Learning Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Local Animals Prepare for Winter with the Forest Preserve 4:30pm–5:30pm Community Event, STEM Learning Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Event, STEM Learning Registration Required Event Details: Join us in Children's as Mr. Nate of the Forest Preserves of Cook County does a see-and-feel presentation about how local animals get ready for winter! Please register to participate, but walk-ins are welcome. 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.
