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Stars Wars Green Screen Photoshoot

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
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Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Tech Annex
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
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. Take a photo in front of a green screen and choose a Star Wars themed background.

A weeklong calendar that describes each day's spirit week challenge

Summer Reading Spirit Week

All Day 5/25
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Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Reading Challenge, Movie
Event Details:

This year, Children's will be hosting a Spirit Week to get pumped for the Summer Reading Kickoff Foam Party on Saturday, May 31 from 1-3PM. Some events are all-ages, other are for Children only.

A weeklong calendar that describes each day's spirit week challenge

Summer Reading Spirit Week

All Day 5/26
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Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Reading Challenge, Movie
Event Details:

This year, Children's will be hosting a Spirit Week to get pumped for the Summer Reading Kickoff Foam Party on Saturday, May 31 from 1-3PM. Some events are all-ages, other are for Children only.

A weeklong calendar that describes each day's spirit week challenge

Summer Reading Spirit Week

All Day 5/27
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Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Reading Challenge, Movie
Event Details:

This year, Children's will be hosting a Spirit Week to get pumped for the Summer Reading Kickoff Foam Party on Saturday, May 31 from 1-3PM. Some events are all-ages, other are for Children only.

A weeklong calendar that describes each day's spirit week challenge

Summer Reading Spirit Week

All Day 5/28
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Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Reading Challenge, Movie
Event Details:

This year, Children's will be hosting a Spirit Week to get pumped for the Summer Reading Kickoff Foam Party on Saturday, May 31 from 1-3PM. Some events are all-ages, other are for Children only.

A weeklong calendar that describes each day's spirit week challenge

Summer Reading Spirit Week

All Day 5/29
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Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Reading Challenge, Movie
Event Details:

This year, Children's will be hosting a Spirit Week to get pumped for the Summer Reading Kickoff Foam Party on Saturday, May 31 from 1-3PM. Some events are all-ages, other are for Children only.

A weeklong calendar that describes each day's spirit week challenge

Summer Reading Spirit Week

All Day 5/30
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Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Reading Challenge, Movie
Event Details:

This year, Children's will be hosting a Spirit Week to get pumped for the Summer Reading Kickoff Foam Party on Saturday, May 31 from 1-3PM. Some events are all-ages, other are for Children only.

A weeklong calendar that describes each day's spirit week challenge

Summer Reading Spirit Week

All Day 5/31
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Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Reading Challenge, Movie
Event Details:

This year, Children's will be hosting a Spirit Week to get pumped for the Summer Reading Kickoff Foam Party on Saturday, May 31 from 1-3PM. Some events are all-ages, other are for Children only.

A weeklong calendar that describes each day's spirit week challenge

Summer Reading Spirit Week

All Day 6/1
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Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Event, Reading Challenge, Movie
Event Details:

This year, Children's will be hosting a Spirit Week to get pumped for the Summer Reading Kickoff Foam Party on Saturday, May 31 from 1-3PM. Some events are all-ages, other are for Children only.

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Level Up Scavenger Hunt

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
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Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Reading Challenge
Registration Required
Event Details:

Level up at Bipl! Find hidden treasures around the library—sign up on Beanstack or the Reference Desk.

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Voluntarios Creativos/Creative Volunteers CANCELLED

10:00am - 12:00pm
Eventos En Español, Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Program Type: 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

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.

 

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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. 

Lecciones de Inglés Gratis CLOSED REGISTRATION

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Eventos En Español
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Eventos En Español
Event Details:

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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. 

Cinco de Mayo Loteria

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults
Eventos En Español
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Eventos En Español
Event Details:

Viste tu ropa típica de Mexico y ven a celebrar 5 de mayo en la biblioteca jugando la loteria.  Si gustan traer una botana mexicana para compartir durante el juego de la loteria.  ¡Habra premio para el ganador!  ¡No faltes!

Open Makerspace Hours

3:00pm - 6:00pm
All Ages
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: During Maker Hours
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. 

ABE-LINC Programa de Acesso Digital

9:15am - 1:00pm
Eventos En Español
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Program Type: Eventos En Español
Event Details:

Los talleres de accesso digital son impartidos por navegadores digitales de la Universidad Estatal de Chicago.

Let's Make a Mother's Day Card!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Event Details:

Children please bring a picture of a loved one, could be mom or a personal picture to include in your card.  Or we will have print outs that you can use for this project.

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

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. 

Lecciones de Inglés Gratis CLOSED REGISTRATION

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Eventos En Español
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Eventos En Español
Event Details:

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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. 

Taller Flores para Mamá REGISTRATION CLOSED

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Eventos En Español
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Eventos En Español
Event Details:

Registrate para hacer flores de listón para regalar a mamá el Día de las Madres.  Limite a 12 personas

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. 

ABE-LINC Programa de Acesso Digital

9:15am - 1:00pm
Eventos En Español
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Program Type: Eventos En Español
Event Details:

Los talleres de accesso digital son impartidos por navegadores digitales de la Universidad Estatal de Chicago.

Scrapbooking Night

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children, All Ages
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Event Details:

Come and create memories from this past holiday. Parents and children are welcome to work on a scrapbook. You can bring the one from this past fall to continue making memories or start new. No registration required, 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. 

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

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. 

Lecciones de Inglés Gratis CLOSED REGISTRATION

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Eventos En Español
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Eventos En Español
Event Details:

Inscribete para las clases de inglés para aprender gramática, vocabulario, pronunciación y frases útiles en inglés.

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. 

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. 

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

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. 

Lecciones de Inglés Gratis CLOSED REGISTRATION

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Eventos En Español
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Eventos En Español
Event Details:

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