2017 July / August | Julio / Agosto

THIS YEAR’S SUMMER

Reading logs will be available at the

READING THEME IS ALL

Library starting Monday, June 5th.

ABOUT BEING CREATIVE AND

Return them by Saturday, July 29th

EXPLORING THE DIFFERENT WAYS WE USE DESIGN.

By Bart Heird - Own work, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0, https://www.flickr.com/photos/chicagobart/2540153110 “Jesse White Tumblers.”

READING BY DESIGN SUMMER READING PROGRAM

to be eligible for prizes! Stop in to get your reading logs AND tickets to see the Jesse White Tumblers on July 29th at 12PM at the Blue Island Salvation Army located at 2900 Burr Oak Ave. ALL AGES WELCOME!

“Reading By Design” by Emanuel Bramlett. Emanuel Bramlett is the Reading By Design T-Shirt Contest winner.

Free Summer Lunches at Your Library EVENT CODES / CÓDIGOS DE EVENTOS:

The library, in conjunction with the Greater Chicago Food Depository and as an extension of the School Lunch program, will be providing free lunches to individuals ages 18 and under on Tuesdays and Thursdays in July from 11-12:30PM. There is no ID, library card or residency restriction of any kind. All food must be consumed on site.

‘A’=adult / adulto, ‘C’=children / niños, ‘G’ all ages / todas las edades, ‘YA’ young adult, teen / adultos jóvenes, adolescentes

LIBRARY EVENTS / PROGRAMS Adult

Meghan White | [email protected] | 708.388.1078 x30 U N L E S S   O T H E R W I S E   I N D I C AT E D , E V E N T S   TA K E   P L A C E   I N   T H E   L O W E R   L E V E L   M E E T I N G   R O O M .

@ The Library All the Time

One on One Computer Help

Every day, By appointment only. Free One-onOne Computer Help Sessions can be personalized so you can learn at your own pace or focus on a certain task. Call 708.388.1078 x19.

Rules of the Road

Monday, July 10th, 1:30PM. A representative from the Secretary of State’s Office will be here to give a refresher course.

Three Ingredient Snacks

Tuesday, July 11th, 7PM. Looking for a quick and easy snack the whole family will enjoy? Join us to learn simple recipes that require only three ingredients.

DIY Marbled Paper

Tuesday, July 18th, 6:30PM. Learn to make unique designs and patterns using everyday household ingredients. Materials will be provided, but please register before July 14th!

Blue Island’s Architectural History

Tuesday, July 25th, 7PM. Led by a member of the Blue Island Historical Society! We will explore different styles that can be found in Blue Island and how the architecture has changed over time.

Young Adults

Every Wednesday, 6PM. Stop by with your computer questions. Bring your own computer or device or use a library laptop. No registration required.

Mason Jar Craft

Tuesday, August 1st, 6:30PM. We will be making mason jar wall decor that can be used as vases, welcome signs at the entrance of your home, or for storage. All materials will be provided, but space is limited. Please register before July 28th.

DIY Root Beer

Monday, August 7th, 5PM. Celebrate National Root Beer Float Day with us by learning how to make your own root beer. After the demonstration we will be serving up root beer floats for participants.

Taste Test Tuesday: Appetizers

Tuesday, August 8th, 7PM. Looking for some stellar small bites for your next party? Join us to sample a variety of sweet and savory appetizers while learning how to recreate these recipes at home.

DIY Bath Bombs

Tuesday, August 15th, 6PM. Learn how to make your own bath bomb! These fizzy creations can be made in a variety of colors and make relaxation time a blast. Registration is required.

Sewing Basics

Every Wednesday, August 23rd to October 11th, 10AM-12PM. In this program you will learn the parts and function of the sewing machine. You will learn basic stitches, sewing buttons and simple alterations. We will also make simple projects. Beginners are encourage to come to the first class to learn the functions of the sewing machine. List of required material: Sewing machine, sewing machine instruction book, tape measure, white or light gray thread and scissors. The instructor will inform you of what kind of fabric to bring. Space is limited to 6 people. Register soon!

Micah Rademacher | [email protected] | 708.388.1078 x31 U N L E S S   O T H E R W I S E   I N D I C AT E D , E V E N T S   TA K E   P L A C E   I N   T H E   L O W E R   L E V E L   M E E T I N G   R O O M .

@ The Library All the Time Creative Nonsense

Every Monday, 6-8PM. Teen Open Studio. With art supplies purchased through a grant from the Ezra Jack Keats

Sphero Maze

Drop-in Computer Help

July 5th, 6-8PM. Use Sphero, a robotic ball, to navigate a maze of your own design.

Foundation, we draw, write, paint, print, or other...creative nonsense.

how their mind is working, and hit the reset button.

Mindfulness Monday

Movie and a Pizza Night

I heart Chicago Teams: SportsStickers

all Chicago Team Fans: Make your own team stickers with our vinyl cutter.

First Monday of every month (7/3, 8/7). A number of mindfulness exercises and activities will be secreted about the library, encouraging any who wish to check into

Wednesday August 16th 5-7PM. Calling EVENT CODES / CÓDIGOS DE EVENTOS:

Last Thursday of every month (7/27, 8/31), 6-8PM. As the title suggests – come eat some pizza and watch a movie. Don’t forget to check out a book on your way out!

‘A’=adult / adulto, ‘C’=children / niños, ‘G’ all ages / todas las edades, ‘YA’ young adult, teen / adultos jóvenes, adolescentes

Children

Deborah Beasley | [email protected] | 708.388.1078 x22 U N L E S S   O T H E R W I S E   I N D I C AT E D , E V E N T S   TA K E   P L A C E   I N   T H E   L O W E R   L E V E L   M E E T I N G   R O O M .

An All Day Play

Make Your Own Ice Cream

Microsoft Word Help for Kids

Family Friendly Friday Movies

Every Monday through Friday in July, 9AM-4PM. Kids can play board games, puzzles, coloring crafts, Legos and more! Wednesdays, July 5th & 12th, 6-8PM AND Thursday, July 6th, 6-8PM. For kids in 4th to 8th Grade. 30 min one-on-one lessons. Registration is required.

T-Shirt Screen Printing

Tuesday, July 11th, 6- 7PM. Create a small design and learn how to apply it to a t-shirt. Maximum 10 kids. Registration is required.

All Ages

Wednesday, July 19th, 6-7PM. Learn a quick and fun way to make your own ice cream using science! Fridays, July 21st and 28th, 3PM. In the Meeting Room. All adults must be accompanied by a child. Please check the Library’s website calendar of events for movie listings.

Lap-sit Storytime

Mondays, July 24th and 31st, 10-11AM. School District 130’s “Family First” and

“Cradle to Classroom,” Miss Annie offers an hour of enriching songs, games and stories. For ages birth to 3.

Blue Island Children’s Book Club Discussion

Thursday, July 27th, 6-7PM. Kids are welcome to join us to discuss the book, “I survived the Joplin Tornado” by Lauren Tarshis. Did you like it? Love it? Hate it? Let’s talk about it! Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk. Snacks will be provided!

Meghan White | [email protected] | 708.388.1078 x30 U N L E S S   O T H E R W I S E   I N D I C AT E D , E V E N T S   TA K E   P L A C E   I N   T H E   L O W E R   L E V E L   M E E T I N G   R O O M .

@ The Library All the Time Songwriter’s Circle

First Tuesday of every month, 6-8PM. Ages 12+. At the Tech Annex. Summer Dates: July 11th, August 1st. A monthly gathering for anyone interested in songwriting: get to know other songwriters, discuss a variety of topics related to songwriting, and get hands-on experience crafting and critiquing songs.

Game Night

First Thursday of every month (7/6, 8/3), 6-8PM. What did we do before video games? Bring in the board game of your choice, or try out the ones from our collection. Bring a friend. Bring a group of friends. Snacks will be provided!!!

Design | “Logo design: Think simple,” and more!

Tuesday, July 11th, 6-8PM. Ages 12+. Returning back to

the Lynda.com course, “Graphic Design Tips & Tricks Weekly,” we’re going to cover: (1) Alignment: Your ruler’s good only for regular things, (2) Logo design: Think simple, (3) Your design needs a focal point: Dramatic photo anchors a strong makeover, (4) Chart your data with images, (5) Make a beautiful logo with off-the-shelf type. “Logo design: Think simple” and the other curricula to be shown, are a part of Lynda.com’s course “Graphic Design Tips & Tricks Weekly,” taught by John McWade of Before & After Magazine. Hope to see you. Register now!

M A K E R : Bottle Cutting

M A K E R : Wood Carving

M A K E R : Silicon Molds

Create Your Own Beat

FL Studio

Open Mic

July 13th, 5-6PM. As part of a series of demos, featuring the new makerspace, we will be demonstrating the safe use of the bottle cutter for any who might want to use it during open making hours in the future.

Wednesday, July 12th, 6-7PM. Learn how to create your own beat with our littleBits Electronics Synth Kit. Registration is required.

Perler Bead Crafts

July 24th, 5-6PM. Create classic works of art using plastic beads.

July 20th, 5-6PM. As part of a series of demos, featuring the new makerspace, we will be demonstrating the safe use of wood carving tools, including the variable speed rotary tool for any who might want to use it during open making hours in the future.

Wednesday, July 26th, 6-8PM. Learn the basics of working in DAW (Digital Audio Workstation).

August 10th, 5-6PM. As part of a series of demos, featuring the new makerspace, we will be demonstrating how to make silicon molds for soap making, epoxy resin, or candle making, for any who might want to attempt such creative endeavors during open making hours in the future.

Wednesday, August 9th, 6-8PM. All performers are welcome to perform! Registration is required.

Sphero Maze

Wednesday, August 2nd, 6-8PM. Use Sphero, a robotic ball, to follow a maze you design. Registration required.

EVENT CODES / CÓDIGOS DE EVENTOS:

‘A’=adult / adulto, ‘C’=children / niños, ‘G’ all ages / todas las edades, ‘YA’ young adult, teen / adultos jóvenes, adolescentes

En Español

Sonia Rodriguez | [email protected] | 708.388.1078 x18 U N L E S S   O T H E R W I S E   I N D I C AT E D , E V E N T S   TA K E   P L A C E   I N   T H E   L O W E R   L E V E L   M E E T I N G   R O O M .

@ La Biblioteca Todo el Tiempo Manualidades de Verano

Miércoles, 19 de Julio, 12-2PM. Arimida Olivares, experta en arte, guiará a los participantes a crear diferentes artesanías de verano utilizando recipientes reciclados, convirtiéndolos en una hermosa decoración para el hogar.

botones y hacer modificaciones simple en ropa. También haremos proyectos simples. Principiantes deberán asistir a la primera clase del 23 de Agosto. Lista de material requerido: Máquina de coser, libro de instrucción de la máquina, cinta métrica, hilo blanco o gris claro y tijeras. La instructora te informará de que tela traer. Inscripción requerida antes del 16 de Agosto. Espacio es limitado a 6 personas. Regístrate pronto!

Grupo de Conversación en Inglés

Los Miércoles, 14 de Junio al 16 de Agosto, 10-11:30AM. Ven a practicar tú inglés en un ambiente relajado e agradable. Se hablará un tema diferente cada semana. Regístrate cuando el grupo se reúna.

Fundamentos de Costura

Todos los Miércoles, 23 de Agosto al 11 de Octubre, 10AM-12PM. En este programa aprenderás las partes y función de la máquina de coser. Aprenderás a cocer puntadas básicas, coser

BROOKFIELD ZOO

BIPL Information 2433 York St., Blue Island, IL 60406 [email protected] blueislandlibrary.org 708.388.1078 Monday - Thursday : 9AM-9PM Friday & Saturday : 9AM-5PM

Scheduled Closing:

Independence Day Tuesday, July 4th, 2017

Social Media:

https://www.facebook.com/ BlueIslandPublicLibrary http://blue-island-ya.tumblr.com/ https://www.youtube.com/ BlueIslandLibrary

THANK YOU SPONSORS! MORTON ARBORETUM CHICAGO ARCHITECTURE FOUNDATION

Departments:

Director Colleen Waltman [email protected] Adult Reference Coordinator / Technical Services Oscar Arellano [email protected] Children’s Services Deborah Beasley [email protected] Circulation Dave Boras [email protected] Hispanic Outreach Sonia Rodriguez [email protected] Programming / Social Media Meghan White [email protected] Tech Annex / Blue Island History Museum [email protected] Young Adult Services Micah Rademacher [email protected] EVENT CODES / CÓDIGOS DE EVENTOS:

MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART BROOKFIELD ZOO ADLER PLANETARIUM MUSEUM CERNAN EARTH AND SPACE CENTER OLD TOWN SCHOOL OF FOLK MUSIC MCDONALDS BLUE ISLAND WHITE SOX PARK SANTA’S VILLAGE AZOOSMENT PARK SHEDD AQUARIUM DEMAR’S CAFÉ CHICAGO FIRE SOCCER CLUB WINDY CITY THUNDERBOLTS BASEBALL TEAM TGI FRIDAY RESTAURANT MUSEUM OF SCIENCE & INDUSTRY BEGGAR’S PIZZA

‘A’=adult / adulto, ‘C’=children / niños, ‘G’ all ages / todas las edades, ‘YA’ young adult, teen / adultos jóvenes, adolescentes