The Blue Island Library, 2433 York Street, invites you to enjoy the music of local vocalist Oscar Castañeda, Olivia’s folkloric dancing, and colorful art displays. ****Una Celebración de Herencia y Cultura Hispana La Biblioteca te invita a disfrutar de la música del vocalista local Oscar Castañeda, el baile folklórico de Olivia, las coloridas exibiciones de arte y nuestro invitado especial …
Read More »Celebrate the Blue Island Fire Department 135th Anniversary!
Labor Day
Blue Island Selected as a Star Community!
The STAR Community Rating System (STAR) is the nation’s first framework and certification program for local sustainability, built by and for local governments and the communities they serve. STAR provides a road map to help cities and counties evaluate and improve economic, environmental and social performance measures to become healthier and stronger! The fall 2014 Leadership STAR Communities are: Blue …
Read More »Community Seed Exchange
Community Seed Exchange Learn more about seeds and seed saving at the first Blue Island Community Seed Swap. Join a gathering of people who are sharing seeds. Experts, novices and the curious are welcome to share and take seeds. Seeds may be grown locally, donated by seed companies, excess bought seeds, or seeds brought from another region. Fruit, vegetable, herb …
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