Events

Final Cruise Night for 2013

Join us on Monday, October 14 for the Columbus Day Holiday as we cap off a great Cruise Night season. Meet in Uptown Blue Island at Western Ave & York St at 5pm. We cruise to Olde Western at 6pm! Dine at one of our restaurants or sit back, enjoy the cars and tunes. Thanks to all for a successful …

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Dia de los Muertos Walk

In honor of all souls day, join us as we pay respect to the deceased on Dia de los Muertos on November 2nd. The inaugural Dia de los Muertos Walk will take place in the heart of Blue Island on Western Avenue. November 2nd also marks National Stomach Cancer Awareness Day. In honor of Nancy Arenas, a Blue Island Native …

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Halloween 2013

The City of Blue Island has approved the following Halloween Hours for 2013: Thursday, October 31st from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. We have events scheduled throughout October. Join us for a ghoulish good time! Friday, October 18 — 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Passion of Dracula Meet Uptown at the park for a THEATER HIKE performance of the …

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Blue Island Historical Society Architectural Walking Tour

Join us for a fun walk through our beloved city to learn about the buildings that make it great. Be sure to wear walking shoes. Refreshments will be served. WHEN
 Sunday, September 15, 2013, 1:00pm WHERE
 Masonic Temple 12757 Western Avenue Blue Island, IL 60406 Parking is available in the city lot just south of the building. TICKETS
 $10.00 each …

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Tools and Funding for Stormwater Management, Habitat Restoration and Waterfront Access in the Calumet Region

Blue Island is hosting a workshop organized by MPC on Tuesday, August 27: Tools and Funding for Stormwater Management, Habitat Restoration and Waterfront Access in the Calumet Region. Speakers include Christine Davis from IEPA and John Murray from MWRD.  From the invite: This workshop will present timely and useful information on funding programs such as the new Chi-Cal Rivers Fund …

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