City of Blue Island Think Outside the Loop
On Monday, April 16 the City of Blue Island and the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) will be hosting an Public Open House at the City Hall East Annex from 4:30 to 7:30pm for the Blue Island Comprehensive Plan. The draft plan will be available for public review and comment. Exhibits on display at the open house will include …
Read More »Traditional Egg Decorating
The Blue Island Historical Society invites you and your family to a morning of traditional egg decorating on March 31st! Natural dyes, decoupage and blown eggs will be demonstrated and available to try. Bring a dozen hard boiled eggs to decorate. Tea and scones will be served. WHEN Saturday, March 31 10:00am-12:00pm LOCATION BIHS/Albee House 13018 Maple Avenue Blue Island, IL …
Read More »St. Patrick Day Tea
The Blue Island Historical Society invites you and your friends to come by for a fun afternoon full of tea and treats. Don’t forget to wear green! Our teas typically include several choices of teas, small sandwiches, desserts, a short presentation and raffles, all within our beautifully decorated historic home, the Albee House. WHEN Saturday, March 10 2:00pm-3:30pm LOCATION BIHS/Albee …
Read More »Blue Island Poised to Adopt Active Transportation Plan
The Active Transportation Alliance has drafted a plan for Blue Island to help guide the City as it develops an Active Transportation Network. This Plan will be presented by ATA on Tuesday, February 28 at City Council. Download the Draft of Blue Island’s Active Transportation Plan Here! [7.05 MB] Building on our groundbreaking, nationally recognized Complete Streets Ordinance, the highlights …
Read More »Black Culture Night 2012
Neighborhood Watch Group #37 hosts the Black Culture Night on Friday, February 17th at 7pm. This annual event is celebrating its 12th Anniversary recognizing Black History Month. Organized by Rachell Orozco and Alderman Nancy Thompson, expect a variety of speakers addressing the contributions of Black Americans. All are welcome… and welcome to bring guests! Saturday, February 17 7pm City Hall …
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