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Christmas Light Parade Thank You!

Many people enjoyed the Annual City of Blue Island Christmas Light Parade held on December 6th. The Parade would not have been possible without the participation of the following businesses and organizations. A huge thanks to: – Blue Island Arts Alliance – Carollers – thanks to Becky Denny for coordinating. https://www.facebook.com/BlueIslandArtsAlliance – Blue Island Bicycle – Decorated Bikes – Jane …

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Electric Bill Assistance

Until December 25, 2014, ComEd CARE programs offer a range of financial assistance to help eligible customers pay their electric bills. As part of CARE, ComEd is offering to help senior citizens with past-due balances. We understand that it’s sometimes hard to make ends meet and want to help this holiday season CARE Senior Giving Flyer

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Yard Waste Notice

ATTENTION RESIDENTS, YARD WASTE PICK UP WITH ALLIED WASTE ENDED ON 11/30. ANY REMAINING LEAVES OR YARD DEBRIS THAT YOU WISH TO HAVE PICKED UP NEEDS TO BE PLACED IN A CAN OR ANY TYPE OF BAG, AND A CALL SHOULD BE PLACED TO PUBLIC WORKS AT (709) 597-8604.

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Remember our Wounded Soldiers at Christmas

On Sunday, December 7th at 4:00pm, St. Joseph/St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church, 2453 Oak Street (at Greenwood), Holiday Party and Gift Drive for Hospitalized and Homeless Veterans. “We invite you to share your Christmas joy with our wounded soldiers and homeless veterans at our Potluck party. Please bring holiday gifts and survival gear to our annual Christmas party at the church. …

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Create Your Own Wreath!

Create your own holiday wreath with the help of Flowers by Cathe’. The $35 cost includes all materials for your wreath, one liquid refreshment and snacks. Wednesday, December 10th 6:30pm The Meadows Golf Club, 2802 W. 123rd Street Call Betty Harmeyer to make your reservation at 708-385-1994 or email Betty at bharmeyer@cityofblueisland.org Reservation needed.

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