Business

Día de los Muertos

Día de los Muertos When: November 2, 4-9 p.m. Where: Intersection of Western Avenue and High Street Join City of Blue Island officials, School District 218, your friends and neighbors to celebrate Day of the Dead with a remembrance altar, music, dancing, food, and shopping Residents are invited to drop off copies of photos of their loved ones at the …

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COMMUNITY UPDATE FROM MAYOR BILOTTO REGARDING RAVEN’S PLACE / THE VAULT

Last week, in response to a troubling shooting incident that took place outside Raven’s Place in September, the City Liquor Commission held a hearing to consider punitive actions. After hearing all the evidence, I have made the decision to revoke the liquor licenses for Raven’s Place and The Vault. This is not a decision I make lightly. As a Mayor, …

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Day of the Dead Celebration 2021

Join City of Blue Island officials, your friends and neighbors and celebrate Day of the Dead with a Remembrance Altar, Music, Food, and Shopping. Residents are invited to drop off copies of photos of their loved ones at the City Clerk’s Office before November 2. Photos may not be returned so please submit copies only – no originals. Those interested …

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BOO! Island Scarecrow Decorating

scarecrow decorating

Celebrate fall and help decorate Boo! Island for the season by signing up your business, club, or organization to decorate a scarecrow to display in front of your business or at the Park at York & Western. This event is free and sign up is limited. Download the form below and return to the Clerk’s Office or send by email …

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Illinois Moves to “Bridge Phase” Effective May 14

Gov. Pritzker Announces Illinois to Enter Bridge Phase of Reopening Plan on May 14th CHICAGO – As Illinois continues to outpace national vaccination rates and COVID-19 trends across the state stabilize following recent upticks, Governor Pritzker announced the entire state will move into the Bridge Phase of the Restore Illinois reopening plan beginning Friday, May 14th. The Bridge Phase will …

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