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Stars Wars Green Screen Photoshoot

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Open

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

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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.

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

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Level Up Scavenger Hunt

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:00pm

Open

Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library

Age Group: Young Adult

Program Type: Reading Challenge

Registration Required

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

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6 am		This event is in the "Children" group. Story time for children and craft 6:00am - 7:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children Event Details:
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10 am		This event is in the "Adults" group. Voluntarios Creativos/Creative Volunteers 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Other This event is in the "Adults" group. 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 This event is in the "Adults" group. Memory cafe 10:30am - 11:00am Adults Community Event This event is in the "Adults" group. 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.
11 am		This event is in the "Adults" group. Copy of Copy of Tai-Chi Pain Relief - Gentle Movement Workshop 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Event Details: Visit us for gentle movement which can provide pain relief for seniors and adults of all ages.			This event is in the "Children" group. Toddler Time: Handprint Fingerpainting 11:00am - 12:00pm Children Arts & Crafts Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Friends four and under & their grownups are welcome to join us at 11AM for an intentional arts & crafts event. Create a keepsake to hang on your wall and treasure as the years pass. 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.
12 pm	This event is in the "Children" group. Illinois Junior Chefs/Chefs Jóvenes de Illinois 12:00pm - 2:00pm Children Food & Drink, Workshop Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Food & Drink, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: The University of Illinois Urbana-Champagne Extension will be hosting a four-day workshop in the Makerspace for children ages 9-12 ONLY. English and Spanish-speakers are both welcome to attend. 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. Illinois Junior Chefs/Chefs Jóvenes de Illinois 12:00pm - 2:00pm Children Food & Drink, Workshop Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Food & Drink, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: The University of Illinois Urbana-Champagne Extension will be hosting a four-day workshop in the Makerspace for children ages 9-12 ONLY. English and Spanish-speakers are both welcome to attend. 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. Illinois Junior Chefs/Chefs Jóvenes de Illinois 12:00pm - 2:00pm Children Food & Drink, Workshop Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Food & Drink, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: The University of Illinois Urbana-Champagne Extension will be hosting a four-day workshop in the Makerspace for children ages 9-12 ONLY. English and Spanish-speakers are both welcome to attend. 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. Illinois Junior Chefs/Chefs Jóvenes de Illinois 12:00pm - 2:00pm Children Food & Drink, Workshop Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Food & Drink, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: The University of Illinois Urbana-Champagne Extension will be hosting a four-day workshop in the Makerspace for children ages 9-12 ONLY. English and Spanish-speakers are both welcome to attend. 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.
1 pm						This event is in the "All Ages" group. Back to School Photoshoot 1:30pm - 3:30pm All Ages Other This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Tech Annex Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Other Event Details: Join us in the Tech Annex to get a free back to school photo taken. Registration required-Limited 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.
2 pm					This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Princess Hats & Shields Part 2 2:00pm - 4:30pm Young Adult Arts & Crafts, Food & Drink, Workshop Open Registration Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Food & Drink, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Make a pointy princess hat and design your shield with a unique coat of arms. 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.
3 pm	This event is in the "Children" group. Sculpting for Kids 3:30pm - 4:30pm Children Arts & Crafts, Workshop Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Join Ms. Jamie for basic sculpting using Crayola Air Dry Clay. Each child will be given the same amount of clay to create whatever sculpture they want & basic carving Play-Doh tools. 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 - 5:00pm All Ages Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop This event is in the "All Ages" group. 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. Summer-Time Book Marker Craft 3:00pm - 3:30pm Children Arts & Crafts Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. Upcoming Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Summer-Time Book Marker Craft! Registration online, space is limited. Ages 4 to 12 years old. 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 This event is in the "All Ages" group. 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 "Young Adult" group. D.I.Y. Text Tote 3:30pm - 5:30pm Young Adult Workshop Open Registration Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: One time in the Makerspace Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Workshop Registration Required Event Details: Learn to design a tote bag using a vinyl cutter. 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 This event is in the "All Ages" group. 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.
4 pm		This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Maker Challenge: DIY Sketchbook 4:00pm - 5:00pm Young Adult Arts & Crafts Open Registration Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: During Maker Hours Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts 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 "Young Adult" group. Maker Challenge: DIY Sketchbook 4:00pm - 5:00pm Young Adult Arts & Crafts Open Registration Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Open Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: During Maker Hours Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts 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.
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6 pm	This event is in the "Children" group. Scrunchie DIY last meeting 6:00pm - 8:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Children Event Details: Children come and make an easy bow scrunchie with us. Ages 8 and up are welcomed to participate. We will meet in the makerspace promptly at 6pm and it might last until 8pm. Please register online or call 708 388 1078 ext. 22. 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. A Wizard's Guide to Defensive Baking: Cooking Course 6:00pm - 7:30pm Young Adult Food & Drink Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Upcoming Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Young Adult Program Type: Food & Drink Registration Required Event Details: “Wizard’s Guide to Defensive Baking” T. Kingfisher, Bloody Beet Sourdough

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