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This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
Young Adult
Reading Challenge
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
Mar-May
2025
Blooming Book Bingo
All Day 3/22 - 5/31
Reading Challenge
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Room:
Online or App
Age Group:
Young Adult
Program Type:
Reading Challenge
Event Details:
Spring into a new book this season and play bingo. Read and log books to win prizes. Ages 10-25 Sign up on Beanstack or at the Reference Desk.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Eventos En Español,
Technology Class
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
28
2025
Fri
ABELINC Programa de Acesso Digital
9:15am - 1:15pm
Eventos En Español,
Technology Class
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Eventos En Español,
Technology Class
Event Details:
Los talleres de accesso digital son impartidos por navegadores digitales de la Universidad Estatal de Chicago.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Arts & Crafts,
Storytime
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
24
2025
Mon
Bilingual Storytime & Craft/Hora de Cuentos y Arte
10:30am - 11:30am
Arts & Crafts,
Storytime
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Room:
Childern'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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Eventos En Español,
Workshop
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
25
2025
Tue
Cocinando Recetas Saludables- Makerspace
10:00am - 12:00pm
Eventos En Español,
Workshop
Open
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Eventos En Español,
Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
Maria Guzman de Illinois Extension Universidad de Urbana-Champaign nos mostrará los pasos e ingredientes para preparar una receta saludable para su familia. Registración requerida.
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This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
Young Adult
Teen Volunteer Opportunity
Open
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
Mar
26
2025
Wed
S.H.S. (Shelf Help Squad)
10:00am - 6:00pm
Teen Volunteer Opportunity
Open
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Room:
Young Adult/Teen Area
Age Group:
Young Adult
Program Type:
Teen Volunteer Opportunity
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Come and choose a task to work on, like organizing shelves or prep for teen programs on Wednesdays in the Spring.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Adults,
All Ages
Eventos En Español
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
27
2025
Thu
Zumba Fiesta
10:00am - 11:00am
Eventos En Español
Open
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Eventos En Español
Required
Seats Remaining:
15
Event Details:
¡Unete a la fiesta de Zumba de bajo impacto! Esta clase es ideal para todas las edades. Bailaremos con ritmo latino, bachata, merengue, cumbia, banda y mucho más. ¡No te lo pierdas! Registración requerida.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
27
2025
Thu
Story time 10:30am
10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Room:
Childern's Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
PARENTS COME AND READ A SHORT STORY AND MAKE A SMALL CRAFT. NO REGISTRATION IS REQUIERED, WE WILL MEET IN THE CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
All Ages
Arts & Crafts
Open
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
28
2025
Fri
Puzzle & Frame
10:00am - 12:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Open
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Room:
Conference Room
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining:
8
Event Details:
Come build a puzzle, seal it and then frame it! Geared towards getting Parents to know each other! ¡Ven a construir un rompecabezas, séllalo y luego enmárcalo!¡Orientado a que los padres se conozcan!
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.
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11 am |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
28
2025
Fri
Spring Techwise Technology Course for Older Adults
11:00am - 12:30pm
Technology Class
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Technology Class
Event Details:
A technology course dedicated to older adults. This class will cover basic computer skills such as using email, Microsoft Word, and social media. Those who complete the course will receive a free device.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Arts & Crafts,
Eventos En Español
Open
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
29
2025
Sat
An Hour of Beauty for Girls Ages 6+
11:00am - 12:00pm
Arts & Crafts,
Eventos En Español
Open
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Eventos En Español
Required
Seats Remaining:
7
Event Details:
Parents you are invited to bring your 6 year and older girls for an hour of kid friendly make up and nail polish. A little mini spa, we will have all the necessary essentials for 7 participants.
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.
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12 pm |
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1 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Arts & Crafts
Open
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
25
2025
Tue
DIY Spring Wreath
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Open
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining:
20
Event Details:
Join us in the Makerspace as we celebrate saying goodbye to winter by making a springtime wreath. Please register to participate in this free event as space is limited.
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
26
2025
Wed
STEAM Free Build
1:00pm - 2:30pm
STEM Learning
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
STEM Learning
Event Details:
We will set up magnet builders, tiny Legos, and chunky Legos in the Makerspace. Calm, quiet music will be playing. Drop-in only.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
23
2025
Sun
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.
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3 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Health & Wellness
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
25
2025
Tue
Peaceful Time/Tiempo De Paz
3:00pm - 4:15pm
Health & Wellness
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Come by afterschool for a place to relax and unwind! We will have soft music, coloring, fidget toys, and just overall a very calming environment! No registration required! For ages 10+
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 "Young Adult" group.
Young Adult
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
Mar
25
2025
Tue
Maker Challenge: Painted Pepper Pots
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Room:
During Maker Hours
Age Group:
Young Adult
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Come paint a ceramic pot. Pepper seeds and soil included.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
All Ages
Arts & Crafts,
Eventos En Español,
Workshop
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
25
2025
Tue
Open Makerspace Hours
3:00pm - 5:00pm
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.
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This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
Young Adult
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
Mar
26
2025
Wed
Maker Challenge: Painted Pepper Pots
3:00pm - 6:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Room:
During Maker Hours
Age Group:
Young Adult
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Come paint a ceramic pot. Pepper seeds and soil included.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
All Ages
Arts & Crafts,
Eventos En Español,
Workshop
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
26
2025
Wed
Open Makerspace Hours
3:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
All Ages
Arts & Crafts,
Eventos En Español,
Workshop
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
27
2025
Thu
Open Makerspace Hours
3:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
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4 pm |
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Mar
26
2025
Wed
Junk Journal Night
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Make your own Junk Journal. All materials will be provided. No registration is required for this event.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Children,
All Ages
Workshop
Open
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
27
2025
Thu
Learning & Practicing Cursive
Open
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
All Ages
Program Type:
Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining:
25
Event Details:
Join us as we learn, practice, and celebrate cursive handwriting! Thursdays in spring (check calendar for specific dates) at 4:30PM we will be learning and practicing how to write in cursive. Ms.
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.
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5 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
Adults,
Young Adult
Arts & Crafts,
Workshop
Open
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
Mar
27
2025
Thu
Artist's Academy: Writing Workshop
5:45pm - 6:45pm
Arts & Crafts,
Workshop
Open
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults,
Young Adult
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining:
20
Event Details:
Visit the library for a Writer's Workshop. Learn about prose, plot, and characterization. Registration required; limit 20.
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6 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Arts & Crafts,
Eventos En Español
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
24
2025
Mon
Let's Make a Themed Necklace
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Arts & Crafts,
Eventos En Español
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Eventos En Español
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
We will have a mini glass jar for you to choose a theme and make a necklace. Children 6 years and older are welcomed to participate. Please register online or if you need help please call us at the Children's Desk (708-388-1078x22).
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Arts & Crafts,
Storytime
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
26
2025
Wed
Safari Storytime
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Arts & Crafts,
Storytime
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining:
15
Event Details:
Join is in Children's as we go wild for animals! Taking place on the last Wednesday of March, April, and May at 6PM, each Safari storytime will focus on a different animal.
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
27
2025
Thu
Color & Sip / Colorear y Jugo
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Blue Island Public Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Come and Color to your heart's content! Juice will be provided! No registration required! ¡Ven y colorea! ¡Se proporcionará jugo! ¡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.
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