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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

TTRPG Group

5:00pm - 8:45pm
Adults, Young Adult
Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Young Adult
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The public library is the natural habitat of Table-Top Role-Playing Games and gaming, and BIPL is long overdue to host a group of its own.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

TTRPG Group

5:00pm - 8:45pm
Adults, Young Adult
Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Young Adult
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The public library is the natural habitat of Table-Top Role-Playing Games and gaming, and BIPL is long overdue to host a group of its own.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Bingo

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us for Bingo and win fun prizes! No registration required. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Online / Remote
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Get an inside look at the space industry with Illinois’ own Coralie Adam. She’ll be joined in conversation by Renae Kerrigan, Curator of Science and Director of the Dome Planetarium at Peoria Riverfront Museum.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Chess Puzzles

3:00pm - 4:00pm
All Ages
Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Tech Annex
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

We'll be studying the game of the chess and solving some puzzles together.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Kid's Movie Night

6:00pm - 8:45pm
Children
Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

On the third Wednesday of the month, drop by the Makerspace for a free showing of a family/children's movie. Drop in only, snacks provided while supplies last, one-per-child.

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.

Free Spring Family Photos with Kodak Chris

11:00am - 4:00pm
Children
Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Come as you are or in your Sunday best for FREE Spring Family Photos courtesy of professional photographer the Kodak Chris. Please claim a sign up here:

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.

Videogame Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children
Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us once a month for Videogame Club! We set up the Switch and play all together - sometimes, depending on the number of kids, we have to take turns (which is great practice at sharing and patience!) Drop in only.

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.

Videogame Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children
Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us once a month for Videogame Club! We set up the Switch and play all together - sometimes, depending on the number of kids, we have to take turns (which is great practice at sharing and patience!) Drop in only.

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.

Bingo

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us for Bingo and win fun prizes! No registration required. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Easter Photoshoot

12:30pm - 2:30pm
All Ages
Other
Registration
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Tech Annex
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Stop by the Tech Annex for a FREE Easter themed picture! 

Make sure to select a time slot HERE. 

Registration is 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. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Kid's Movie Night

6:00pm - 8:45pm
Children
Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

On the third Wednesday of the month, drop by the Makerspace for a free showing of a family/children's movie. Drop in only, snacks provided while supplies last, one-per-child.

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.
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us for lots of Fun!

Games, crafts, music, face painting and much more!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Toddler Time: Fun with Friends

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Children
Other
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join us for Toddler Time: Fun with Friends! This event is for friends under four ONLY. 

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.

Stars Wars Photoshoot

1:30pm - 3:30pm
All Ages
Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Tech Annex
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us in the Tech Annex on May 4th for a Star Wars photo shoot. Come dressed in your Star Wars Cosplay and take a picture. 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. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Videogame Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children
Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us once a month for Videogame Club! We set up the Switch and play all together - sometimes, depending on the number of kids, we have to take turns (which is great practice at sharing and patience!) Drop in only.

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.

Bingo

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us for Bingo and win fun prizes! No registration required. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Toddler Time: Fun with Friends

11:00am - 12:30pm
Children
Other
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join us for Toddler Time: Fun with Friends! This event is for friends under four ONLY. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Kid's Movie Night

6:00pm - 8:45pm
Children
Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

On the third Wednesday of the month, drop by the Makerspace for a free showing of a family/children's movie. Drop in only, snacks provided while supplies last, one-per-child.

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.

Toddler Time: Fun with Friends

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Children
Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Ms. Jamie will baby-safe the Meeting Room and set up toys, books, puzzles, music, and balloons, as well as provide seats for Grown Ups. Meet new friends right in the neighborhood and practice socializing in a safe public space.

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.