Events

Author Cynthia Ogorek will be discussing her latest book, “Along the Chicago South Shore and South Bend Rail Line” of the Images of America series. From a world-class city through rolling agricultural acres, from steel mills through a national lakeshore, some 200 vintage photographs illustrate the unique view of the Calumet region that South Shore passengers have traditionally enjoyed, click …

Join us for the 4th Annual Blue Island Veterans Parade on Saturday, November 10th. The parade sets off at 11am from Hart Park at 123rd Street and travels south down Western Avenue to Union Street, heading west to Memorial Park for a celebration of our Veterans’ service with a military vehicle exhibit and classic car show! Saturday, November 10th, 2012 …

Just in time for the season, our favorite paranormal author, Ursula Bielski returns to Buy cialis online Blue Island Historical Society! Ursula will share Chicago ghost stories and answer your questions. All ages welcome. Tickets are available on a first come first serve basis. WHEN Thursday, Oct 25, 7:00pm LOCATION Blue Island Historical Society/Albee House 13018 Maple Avenue Blue Island, …

Blue Island is excited to host two “behind the scenes” tours of our community on July 21 and 22. Meet at Fay’s Point on Saturday, July 21 for a hike of the history-laden confluence of the Little Calumet River and the Cal-Sag Channel. Once home to American Indian tribes, Fay’s Point has been witness to the many transformations Blue Island …

Blue Heart: Call For Participation |  Ongoing This is an open call to make your own ‘Blue Heart’ artwork for an ongoing, community exhibit organized by 12840 Gallery. Guidelines and submission information can be found at www.12840Gallery.com. Blue Heart Workshop | June 23, 2012, 11:00am-3:00pm Create, collaborate, discuss, plan or experiment with materials for your Blue Heart artwork in this …