September 15 – October 15 marks our nation’s celebration of Hispanic Heritage month. In Blue Island, the celebration coincides with the 35th Anniversary of the History of the Mexican-American Worker Mural – a piece of art that played a critical role in our nation’s protection of freedom of expression. The mural was repainted, with the help of the original artists …
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Saturday, September 8 at 2pm Gas Works Grounds Intersection of James & Ann Streets Blue Island, IL In just their second season, the Blue Island Brewmasters have acquired quite a following. The vintage base ball (as it was in 1858, two words) team takes the field for their final home game on Saturday, September 8 at 2:00 p.m. at the …
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Blue Island Historical Society presents the 32nd Annual Blue Island House Walk. Explore the architecture, history, and stories that make our city and its homes so special. Discounted pre-sale tickets are available now at blueislandhistoricalsociety.com.
Read More »On Monday, March 20 the City of Blue Island reopened the Chatham Street Bridge, and with it bringing the Cal-Sag Trail to Blue Island! The bridge has sat closed since 2010, but has long since been planned to serve as the “buckle” of the Cal-Sag Trail system. Congrats to all that played a role in restoring this bridge to our …
Read More »Blue Island’s Neighborhood Watch Group #37 is having their 16th Annual Black Culture Night in the Blue Island East Annex, 2434 Vermont St, on Friday, February 17th. Dr. Mary Clark Bruce, Ph.D. from Governors State University is the honored Guest Speaker. Dr. Bruce is working on a documentary on Harlem Renaissance leader and jazz poet Langston Hughes. Honoring the 50th …
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