City of Blue Island Discover Blue Island, The Historic Heart of Chicago Southland

Find some time to relax this holiday with a cup of tea and friendship! Following the tea, there will be the annual cookie exchange. To participate, bring two dozen cookies… and go home with an entire tray! Make your reservations now! WHERE Blue Island Historical Society at the Albee House 13018 Maple Avenue Blue Island, IL 60406 WHEN Saturday, December ... Read More »

The City of Blue Island wishes a Happy Thanksgiving to all of our residents and visitors. As a reminder, City Hall will be closed on Thursday but will be open on Friday. Don’t forget to shop some of our local merchants on “Black Friday” – there’s so much to offer right here in our home town!         ... Read More »

The Blue Island Public Library, along with the Blue Island Historical Society, presents three big Burnham events in November to celebrate the centennial of the 1909 Plan of Chicago. November 5 we “Meet Dan Burnham” as we’re introduced to the people and events that shaped the Windy City and transformed it from the “Wild Onion” into the “City of Big ... Read More »

Alderman Mark Patoska is a leading a new initiative of the City of Blue Island: the Arts & Culture Committee.  Ald. Patoska is still accepting applications to become a founding member of this important group, which is sure to have a lasting impact on Blue Island’s cultural landscape. Click Here to Download the Application for the Arts & Culture Committee! Read More »

The Blue Island Historic Preservation Commission, along with the Blue Island Historical Society and The Forum, celebrated this year’s Cavalcade of Pride winners on Saturday, September 19, at a banquet held at Memorial Park Field House.  This event offers an opportunity for Blue Islanders from every ward to be recognized for the wonderful efforts you make to keep our community strong and beautiful.  ... Read More »