Events

Black History Month Events

Black Culture Nite This Free event will highlight the life of Maya Angelo (1928-2014) Documentary by Historian Dr. Kelly Harris. The evening includes music, entertainment, refreshments and a door prize drawing. Friday, February 20th at the City Hall East Annex, 2434 Vermont Street from 7:00-9:00pm and is hosted by Neighborhood Watch Group #37. In celebration of Black History Month, popular …

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Calumet Area Wildlife – Coyotes in the South Suburbs

Come to the Blue Island Public Library, 2433 York Stree, on Tuesday, February 3rd at 7:00pm to hear a coyote expert talk about what Chicago’s top predator is doing in the south suburbs. This is the first of a four-part series on Calumet Wildlife that the Library is hosting.

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Calumet Heritage Partnership

Did you know Blue Island is part of the Calumet Heritage area which extends from Blue Island to the Indiana Dunes? The City of Blue Island plays an important role in the Calumet Heritage Partnership (CHP), which is a diverse, bi-state partnership of environmental, cultural and historical organizations and individuals, libraries, educational institutions, municipalities, and governmental agencies. Each partner is …

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Valentines Sweetheart Centerpiece!

Create your own Valentine Sweetheart centerpiece on Wednesday, February 4th, 2015 at 6:30pm at the Meadows Golf Club, 2802 123rd Street. The price will be $35.00 includes supplies needed to create the Valentine centerpiece, along with a drink and munchies. Of course, there is no extra charge for the commandery and fun that you will experience Reservations are needed. For …

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