Jul 9, 10:30 AM to Jul 10, 12:30 AM
S.H.S. (Shelf Help Squad) Teen Volunteer Training
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Earn 2 hours of volunteer work. Learn how to organize and put away books and materials.
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Storytimes near BLUE ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
Storytimes and kids' library events near BLUE ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY from the public library calendar.
BLUE ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
2433 YORK STREET, BLUE ISLAND, IL 60406
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11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Chair Yoga for Seniors
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Over the age of 55 and looking for a gentle way to get some peace and physical movement into your routine? Come to the library for a four-week chair yoga practice with certified instructor, Stephanie, from the Center for Self Actualization! All you'll need is comfortable clothing, a water bottle (if you want to), and an open mind. This class size is limited so registration is required. You can do so by clicking the button below. Please note that by registering, you are committing to the full four weeks of the chair yoga series. Namaste!
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Verano Creativo: Diseña tu Bolsa de Playa
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Prepárate para el verano diseñando tu propia bolsa de algodón con un toque único y personal. En este taller para adultos, podrás decorar bolsas utilzando pintura, plantillas y diferentes accesorios para crear un diseño original que refleje tu estilo. Registrate ya!
1:00 PM to 1:45 PM
Chalk Play Date / Jugando con Gis
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Meet up in front of the library and create a masterpiece outside using colorful chalk! No registration required. All ages welcome! Meet up in front of the library! ¡Nos vemos en frente de la biblioteca y crea una obra usando gis de colores! No se requiere registro. ¡Todas las edades son bienvenidas! ¡Nos vemos enfrente de la biblioteca!
4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Open Makerspace Hours
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials! Kids under 12 must be with an adult.
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Bracelets for your BESTIE/Pulseras para tus AMIGUIS
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Make friendship bracelets for your besties! No registration required! Haz Pulseras de Amistad para tus Amigos/as! No requiere registro!
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Zumba -Viernes de Ritmo y Sol
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Ven a disfrutar de la clase de Zumba llena de ritmo, alegría y energía veranal. Música, movimiento y buena onda para activar el cuerpo y levantar el ánimo. Traé ropa cómoda, agua y muchas ganas de bailar. Es necesario registrarse.
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Bilingual Storytime & Craft/Hora de Cuentos y Arte
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Drop by to read stories in English and Spanish and make a themed craft. No registration needed! Pasa a leer cuentos en inglés y español y despues hacer una manualidad. ¡No se requiere registro!
2:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Lego Free Build
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Join us for calm music and tons of Legos and other kinds of builders (magnet, etc.). Drop in only. OTHER DATES: Tuesday, June 6 from 12:30PM - 2:30PM Thursday, August 6 from 11AM - 1PM
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Yoga Playdate at Hart Park
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Join us at Hart Park for basic yoga and mindfulness exercises. After, children and families are welcome to play at the park. Event ends at 12PM noon. Ages 4-9 only, please register to participate.
11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Computer Basics with Techwise
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Come learn the very basics of computers in a supportive environment! Techwise is a six week computer learning series for older adults taught by an instructor from Pathlights every Tuesday from 10am-11:30am beginning July 6th. Please keep in mind that when you register for this class, you are committing to the full 6 weeks of the course, this is not a drop in class. Space is limited so give our reference desk a call or stop by in person where we will gladly register you!
11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Outside Chalk Art/Arte Afuera con Tiza
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Chalk up the sidewalk in front of the Library! No registration required! Weather Permitting! ¡Pinta la banqueta con tiza! No requiere registro! Si el tiempo lo permite!
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Lotería Night
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Come by for a kid-friendly version of Lotería. Learn some Spanish (or English!) and make new friends. Everyone is welcome, whether fluent or just curious. No registration required. Participation is first come, first served until all playing cards are gone. ¡Ven para jugar una versión para niños de Lotería. Aprende palabras en español (o ingles) y has nuevos amigos. Todos son bienvenidos, ya sean hablantes o no. No se requiere registro. La participación será por orden de llegada hasta que no haya tarjetas de juego.
11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Tuesday Morning Storytime for Babies & Toddlers
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Join us Tuesday mornings during the summer for a baby and toddler storytime! This event is drop-in only.
12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
Videogame Club
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Join us in the Children's Department for Videogame Club! This drop-in event is the second and last Tuesdays in June and July from 11AM to 12:30PM. If there are more kids than controllers, we will make teams or take turns.
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Open Makerspace Hours
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials! Kids under 12 must be with an adult.
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Make a Maraca/Haz una Maraca
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Come and make a maraca! No registration required! Haz una Maraca! No requiere registro!
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Caterpillar Counting / Contando con Orugas
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Using a caterpillar craft, we will practice counting forward and backward from 1 to 10! Children can take the craft home to continue practicing. Registration is required. Note to parents: We will be using scissors, so a parent or guardian must stay with the child during the activity. Usando una manualidad de una oruga, ¡practicaremos contar hacia adelante y hacia atrás del 1 al 10! Los niños podrán llevarse la manualidad a casa para seguir practicando. Se requiere registro. Nota para los padres: Usaremos tijeras, asi que un padre o mayor deberá quedarse con el niño durante la actividad.
3:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Little Sprouts Storytime
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Join us this summer for a weekly picture book storytime opportunity on Wednesday afternoons from 2PM - 2:30PM! This event is drop-in only.
4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Open Makerspace Hours
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials! Kids under 12 must be with an adult.
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Glider Challenge
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday Craft Club
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Join us in the Children's Department for a different craft each Wednesday from 4PM until 4:30PM. Best for ages 5+, drop-in only UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED! WILL NOT MEET: Last Wednesday of each month (6/24, 7/29, & 8/26). July 8, July 22, and August 19 will be surprise crafts! Specific dates and craft projects: Pinwheel Designing Craft - June 3, 2026: 4pm - 4:30pm Garden Stepping Stone Painting Craft - June 10, 2026: 4pm - 4:30pm PLEASE REGISTER, SPACE IS LIMITED! Flower Pot Scratch Art Craft - June 17, 2026: 4pm - 4:30pm Flower Poke Art Bouquet Craft - July 1, 2026: 4pm - 4:30pm Hand Puppet Making Craft - July 15, 2026: 4pm - 4:30pm Family Flower Bouquet Craft - August 5, 2026: 4pm - 4:30pm Butterfly Sun Catchers Craft - August 12, 2026: 4pm - 4:30pm
7:30 PM to 8:45 PM
Pre-teen Craft Night: DIY Beaded Sunglasses
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Come by for a DIY Beaded Sunglasses program for our Pre-teens! For ages 9-13 only! Registration required!
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Blue Island Library Board of Trustees meeting
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Regular Meeting of Blue Island Public Library Board of Trustees
Jul 16, 10:30 AM to Jul 17, 12:30 AM
S.H.S. (Shelf Help Squad) Teen Volunteer Training
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Earn 2 hours of volunteer work. Learn how to organize and put away books and materials.
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Corte de pelo Básico: Aprende lo Esencial
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
En este taller se enseñará técnicas simples de corte de cabello que las personas pueden hacer en casa, como: Flequillos, emparejado de puntas y corte básico.
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Chair Yoga for Seniors
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Over the age of 55 and looking for a gentle way to get some peace and physical movement into your routine? Come to the library for a four-week chair yoga practice with certified instructor, Stephanie, from the Center for Self Actualization! All you'll need is comfortable clothing, a water bottle (if you want to), and an open mind. This class size is limited so registration is required. You can do so by clicking the button below. Please note that by registering, you are committing to the full four weeks of the chair yoga series. Namaste!
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Toddler Time: Splashpad Playdate
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Join Ms. Jamie at the Memorial Park Splash Pad to socialize with other families and enjoy the water! Child must be prepared to get wet, sunscreen recommended. Ages 1-4 ONLY, please register to participate!
4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Open Makerspace Hours
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials! Kids under 12 must be with an adult.
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Build a Lego Flower
2433 York St, Blue Island, IL, 60406, US
Ages 6+ only. DROP IN ONLY! While supplies last.