2024
- 3 May2024 Disaster Preparedness Survey
- 19 AprilReminder: Permits Needed To Remove Trees
- 13 AprilRequest for Proposal (RFP): Train Station Fence
- 10 AprilNOW HIRING: Firefighters & Paramedics
- 27 MarchForestry Board Town Hall Meeting
- 20 MarchArbor Day Celebration
- 27 FebruaryCommunity Clean-up Day
- 5 FebruaryBridge Repairs Begin March 4, 2024
- 23 JanuaryHot Shot Shooting Contest
- 17 JanuaryBlack History Month Game Night and Jump Fest
- 17 JanuaryCity of Blue Island Hometown Heroes Program Returns In 2024
- 4 JanuaryJoin the Blue Island Forestry Board!
- 3 JanuaryEmergency Water Valve Repair – Union & Division
2023
- 21 DecemberFamily Game Day!
- 20 DecemberWarming Center Information
- 8 DecemberCommunity Parkway Pruning Day
- 27 NovemberSenior Water Rates
- 9 NovemberHousing Assistance Resources
- 3 NovemberLight Parade & Kringle Mart Sign Up 2023
- 12 OctoberDía de los Muertos
- 2 OctoberHydrant Flow Testing Begins October 2, 2023
- 20 SeptemberHome Run to Health Community Health Fair
- 23 AugustFlood Damage Disaster Assistance Available
- 23 AugustThe Fourth of July Parade Returns in 2024!
- 21 AugustCooling Centers in Blue Island
- 9 AugustLabor Day Weekend Fireworks
- 9 AugustParking Restrictions for Sunday, August 13, 2023
- 5 August2023 St. Donatus Feast & Carnival
- 28 JulyGarage Sale Map August 4-5-6, 2023
- 21 JulyRequest for Proposal (RFP): City Hall Exterior Building Renovation
- 12 JulyCity-Wide Community Garage Sale
- 1 JulyFireworks at the Falls Rescheduled for September 2, 2023
- 13 JuneJunior Golf at The Meadows
- 7 JuneBlue Island Tree Inventory Begins June 8
- 2 JuneJuneteenth Family & Friends Celebration Resource and Health Fair
- 26 MayCity Hall Closed Monday, May 29, 2023 For Memorial Day
- 24 MayFireworks at the Falls, 2023!
- 5 MayFlower Sale & Chalk the Walk
- 5 MayTGIF Picnics at York & Western!
- 1 May2023 City Vehicle Stickers
- 27 AprilCity of Blue Island awarded urban forestry funding
- 5 AprilRequest for Proposal (RFP): 2023 Alley Resurfacing
- 2 AprilVeteran Home Repair Program
- 24 MarchCelebrating Women’s History – 3rd Ward Alderman Nancy Rita
- 20 MarchCelebrating Women’s History – Employee Spotlight Jaila Cole-Clark
- 15 MarchCelebrating Women’s History – Employee Spotlight Amber Ulatowski
- 8 MarchCelebrating Women’s History – 6th Ward Alderman Candace Carr
- 2 MarchCelebrating Women’s History – Employee Spotlight Mitchell Soto-Rodriguez
- 24 FebruaryCelebrating Black History: Employee Spotlight Devonte Spivey
- 16 FebruaryCelebrating Black History: Employee Spotlight Undra Ware
- 15 FebruaryNew Bulk Waste Rules In Effect
- 9 FebruaryCelebrating Black History: Employee Spotlight Bob Jackson
- 6 FebruaryThink First Anger Management/Conflict Resolution Group Begins February 23
- 1 FebruaryAnnual Black History Celebration Scheduled For February 26, 2023
- 31 JanuaryCelebrating Black History: Employee Spotlight Benjatoris James
- 18 JanuaryBlue Island Forestry Board Town Hall Meeting January 26
- 5 JanuaryBlue Island Police Dispersing Hyundai Steering Wheel Locks; Kia Pedal Locks To Curb Auto Thefts
2022
- 27 December2023 Garbage, Recycling, & Yard Waste Collection Guidance
- 26 DecemberCity Hall Phone Service Maintenance
- 6 DecemberBlue Island Police Dispersing Steering Wheel Locks From Hyundai To Curb Auto Thefts
- 16 NovemberBlue Island’s Winter Wonderland
- 8 NovemberCity Hydrant Maintenance Notice From Public Works
- 7 NovemberNo City Council Meeting November 8
- 2 November1997 Emergency One Fire Truck For Sale
- 18 OctoberCOMMUNITY UPDATE FROM MAYOR BILOTTO REGARDING RAVEN’S PLACE / THE VAULT
- 13 OctoberCity of Blue Island Police Department awarded Illinois Department of Transportation traffic enforcement grant
- 12 OctoberApplication Deadline Extended: Free Home Repairs For Blue Island Residents
- 30 AugustStreet Resurfacing of More Than 50 City Blocks to Begin
- 24 AugustRequest for Proposal (RFP): Body-Worn Cameras
- 17 AugustRequest for Proposal (RFP): Asphalt Bid at Fire Station 2
- 13 JulyNational Night Out 2022
- 30 JuneAnimal Licenses
- 14 JuneBlue Island Farmers’ Market Moves To Friday
- 14 JuneCooling Centers in Blue Island
- 8 JuneNOW HIRING: Firefighters & Paramedics
- 26 MayBlue Cap is Hiring!
- 25 MayCity Hall Closed May 30, 2022
- 24 MayThe Meadows’ Jr. Golf Program
- 12 AprilCity Hall Closed Friday, March 15
- 11 AprilRequest for Proposal (RFP): Audit Services
- 30 MarchRequest for Proposal (RFP): Olde Western Streetscape
- 18 MarchRequest for Proposal (RFP): Landscaping Services
- 16 MarchNotice of Public Hearing on Annual Appropriation Ordinance: CITY OF BLUE ISLAND, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS
- 24 FebruaryBlue Island Community Clean-Up Day
- 19 FebruaryCity Hall & Rec Center Closed On Presidents Day
- 8 FebruaryRequest for Proposal (RFP): Accounting Services
- 2 FebruaryWeather Prompts Delays in Refuse Pick Up
- 31 JanuaryMayor Fred Bilotto Appoints David Haywood Jr as Fire Chief
- 28 JanuaryMayor Fred Bilotto Appoints Geoffery Farr as Police Chief
- 18 JanuaryAnnual Black History Celebration Scheduled For February 26, 2022
- 13 JanuaryCity Hall Closed For MLK Day
- 8 JanuaryCommunity & Resident Information: Snow Routes
- 7 JanuaryLow Income Household Water Assistance Program
2021
- 31 DecemberWinter Storm Watch Saturday January 1, 2022 to Sunday January 2, 2022
- 31 DecemberCity Hall Closed December 31, 2021
- 30 DecemberWater main break near Collins and Gregory
- 22 DecemberCity Hall Closed December 23-26, 2021
- 10 DecemberChristmas In Blue Island 2021 Recap
- 7 DecemberNew Year’s Eve in Blue Island
- 1 DecemberParking Lot & Street Closures – December 3-4, 2021
- 1 DecemberJohn D. Rita Recreation Center – December 2021 Schedule
- 23 NovemberCITY COUNCIL: November 23, 2021
- 22 NovemberCity Hall Closed For Thanksgiving
- 12 NovemberCOMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE: November 10, 2021
- 10 NovemberCITY COUNCIL: November 9, 2021
- 5 NovemberSeat Belt Enforcement from November 19 – 29
- 29 OctoberCITY COUNCIL: October 26, 2021
- 28 OctoberMayor Bilotto Thanks Our First Responders
- 25 OctoberWater main break near 120th Place and Irving
- 24 OctoberStatement from Mayor Bilotto Regarding Dixmoor’s Water Supply
- 20 OctoberCity street lighting gets LED upgrade
- 19 OctoberJohn D. Rita Recreation Center – November 2021 Schedule
- 18 OctoberWater main break near 126th and Irving
- 15 OctoberCOMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE: October 13, 2021
- 14 OctoberCITY COUNCIL: October 12, 2021
- 13 OctoberRenovation of Metra Vermont Street Station Begins This Fall
- 7 OctoberFirst Responders Day Celebration October 16
- 7 OctoberCity Hall Closed Monday, October 11
- 30 SeptemberClerk’s Office Extended Hours Effective October 16, 2021
- 29 SeptemberYard Waste/Fall Leaf Pick Up Reminder
- 29 SeptemberDay of the Dead Celebration 2021
- 29 SeptemberCITY COUNCIL: September 28, 2021
- 28 SeptemberWater main break near 140th Place and Francisco
- 28 SeptemberModerna and Pfizer Vaccine Clinic
- 27 SeptemberStreet Repairs In Motion Around Blue Island
- 14 September9/14/2021 City Council Meeting
- 9 SeptemberTemporary Road Closure at 127th and Lincoln St.
- 7 SeptemberBOO! Island Scarecrow Decorating
- 7 SeptemberParking Restrictions Announced Ahead of “Lightyears” Production In Blue Island
- 3 SeptemberCoronavirus Update: Mask Up & Get Vaccinated
- 3 SeptemberCITY COUNCIL: August 24, 2021
- 3 SeptemberCollins Street Rehabilitation & Resurfacing
- 30 AugustMetra Announces Adjusted Rock Island Schedule
- 30 AugustBuilding Department Closed For Training 1-3 PM Tuesday, August 31
- 23 AugustCook County Department of Public Health Mandates Indoor Mask Wearing
- 18 AugustUpcoming Mobile & Community Vaccination Sites August-September 2021
- 18 AugustAdditional Street Closures Announced For August 20, 2021
- 17 AugustREBID: REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR ROOFING SERVICES FOR BLUE ISLAND POLICE DEPARTMENT GARAGE AND BLUE ISLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT BUILDING
- 16 AugustCITY COUNCIL: August 10, 2021
- 13 AugustBlue Cap Is Hiring!
- 6 AugustParking Restrictions for Sunday, August 8, 2021
- 4 AugustNational Night Out 2021 Video Recap
- 3 AugustTemporary Street Closures & Parking Restrictions Beginning August 4, 2021
- 2 AugustFireworks at the Falls 2021
- 2 AugustCITY COUNCIL: July 27, 2021
- 2 August4-H Creative Art Fair at the John D. Rita Rec Center
- 22 JulyREQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR ROOFING SERVICES FOR BLUE ISLAND POLICE DEPARTMENT GARAGE AND BLUE ISLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT BUILDING
- 16 JulyNational Night Out 2021
- 16 JulyCITY COUNCIL: July 14, 2021
- 6 JulyRequest for Proposal (RFP) for Logo & City Seal Design and Style Guide Development
- 6 JulyRequest for Proposal (RFP) for Website Design & Implementation
- 25 JuneFireworks at the Falls Rescheduled: July 31, 2021
- 16 JuneCOVID-19 Update from Fire Chief Dan Reda (6/16/21)
- 15 JuneCITY COUNCIL: June 8, 2021
- 14 JuneBlue Island Farmers’ Market
- 10 JuneBroadway Street Detour: June 15, 2021
- 4 JuneBlue Cap Is Hiring!
- 4 JuneBIFD’s New Extrication Equipment From Gary Sinise Foundation
- 2 JuneFree COVID Vaccinations For Blue Island Residents
- 29 MayCity Sticker Sales Begin June 1
- 28 MayCITY COUNCIL: May 25, 2021
- 26 MayFireworks at the Falls – June 26, 2021
- 21 MayMemorial Day Ceremony Scheduled for May 31
- 14 MayInauguration 2021
- 12 MayCITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING: May 10, 2021
- 6 MayStatement About Blue Island’s Water – May 6, 2021
- 6 MayIllinois Moves to “Bridge Phase” Effective May 14
- 5 MayWalk-in COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic
- 28 AprilMetra Adding Weekday And Weekend Trains Beginning May 10
- 28 AprilCITY COUNCIL MEETING: April 27, 2021
- 27 AprilMobile COVID Vaccinations For Seniors & Individuals With Disabilities
- 26 AprilCook County Health Expanding Walk-In Vaccine Availability
- 23 AprilSpring Volunteer Opportunities
- 21 AprilFree Vaccinations – No Appointment Needed – April 21-24, 2021
- 21 AprilPublic Health and Safety Committee Meeting – April 20, 2021
- 16 AprilCommunity Development Committee Meeting – April 14, 2021
- 15 AprilFree COVID Vaccinations In Markham – No Appointment Necessary
- 14 AprilFire Department Gets New AutoPulse Equipment
- 14 AprilCITY COUNCIL: April 13, 2021
- 14 AprilMunicipal Services Committee Meeting – April 13, 2021
- 14 AprilIllinois Enters COVID Vaccination Phase 2
- 13 AprilEarth Day Recycling Event
- 7 AprilGary Sinise Visits With Fire Chief Dan Reda; Awards Grant For Extrication Equipment
- 5 AprilApplication Deadline Extended: Cook County Emergency Rental Assistance Program
- 1 AprilCOVID-19 Update from Fire Chief Dan Reda (4/1/21)
- 1 AprilCITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING: March 30, 2021
- 1 AprilCITY COUNCIL: March 23, 2021
- 31 MarchMarch is Severe Weather Preparedness Month
- 28 MarchCCDPH Vaccine Appointments available through the Library
- 27 MarchMitigation Order 2021-6 Further Eases Mitigation Measures in Suburban Cook County
- 23 MarchFinance Committee Meeting – March 22, 2021
- 18 MarchIllinois Announces A “Bridge” To Phase 5
- 17 MarchPublic Health and Safety Committee Meeting – March 16, 2021
2020
- 31 DecemberFair Transit is Launching on January 04, 2021
- 29 DecemberCreating Space for the Future – Building Demolition at 11955 Vincennes
- 28 DecemberVirtual NYE Celebration Scheduled For 11:00 p.m. On December 31
- 23 DecemberCOVID-19 Vaccine FAQs
- 23 DecemberCity Hall Closed December 24 & 25
- 22 DecemberBlue Island Receives $698k in CARES Act Funding to Offset COVID Costs; Upgrade Emergency Medical Services
- 21 DecemberCity of Blue Island Announces Employee Recognition
- 18 DecemberMetra Schedule Changes Effective January 11
- 16 DecemberCITY COUNCIL: December 15, 2020
- 16 DecemberPublic Health and Safety Committee Meeting – December 15, 2020
- 15 DecemberFinance Committee Meeting – December 14, 2020
- 12 DecemberStructural Tree Pruning Week of December 14, 2020
- 11 DecemberWestern Avenue Business District Schematic Design Summary
- 11 DecemberSmall Business Assistance from ComEd
- 10 DecemberWorth Township Emergency Food Distribution – December 10, 2020
- 9 DecemberCommunity Development Committee Meeting – December 9, 2020
- 9 DecemberJohn D. Rita Recreation Center Annual Holiday Event – December 11, 2020
- 9 DecemberCITY COUNCIL: December 8, 2020
- 9 DecemberMunicipal Services Committee Meeting – December 8, 2020
- 1 DecemberDecember 2020 Newsletter
- 25 NovemberCITY COUNCIL: November 24, 2020
- 25 NovemberFinance Committee Meeting – November 23, 2020
- 18 NovemberCITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING: November 18, 2020
- 18 NovemberCOVID-19 Update from Fire Chief Dan Reda (11/18/20)
- 18 NovemberCoronavirus Update: Tier 3 Resurgence Mitigations Announced
- 18 NovemberJudiciary Committee Meeting – November 17, 2020
- 18 NovemberPublic Health and Safety Committee Meeting – November 17, 2020
- 16 NovemberCook County Issues Stay-At-Home Advisory for Suburban Cook County Residents
- 13 NovemberRESTORE ILLINOIS PHASE 4 GUIDELINES – FAQ FOR BUSINESSES AND MITIGATION MEASURES FAQ
- 12 NovemberFall Leaf Collection Reminder
- 11 NovemberBlue Island Police Department Now Hiring: Desk Clerk
- 11 NovemberCITY COUNCIL: November 10, 2020
- 11 NovemberMunicipal Services Committee Meeting – November 10, 2020
- 11 NovemberCOVID-19 Update from Fire Chief Dan Reda (11/10/20)
- 10 NovemberCity Hall Closed November 11, 2020
- 10 NovemberFree COVID-19 Mobile Testing at Calumet Township Community Center
- 10 NovemberWorth Township Emergency Food Distribution – November 12, 2020
- 10 NovemberFinance Committee Meeting – November 9, 2020
- 6 NovemberMobile Flu Shot Clinic November 8-9
- 5 NovemberBlue Cap Auction Counting Down – Bidding Closes November 6
- 3 NovemberNovember 2020 Newsletter
- 30 OctoberBlue Island Police Department Is Hiring
- 29 OctoberCOVID-19 Update from Fire Chief Dan Reda (10/29/20)
- 27 OctoberCITY COUNCIL: October 27, 2020
- 27 OctoberBlue Island; Suburban Cook County Enter Tier 1 Mitigation Measures Beginning Tonight At Midnite
- 26 OctoberFinance Committee Meeting – October 26, 2020
- 26 OctoberPublic Health and Safety Committee Meeting – October 20, 2020
- 21 OctoberCOVID-19 Update from Fire Chief Dan Reda (10/21/20)
- 21 OctoberAmazon Is Hiring
- 20 OctoberFinance Committee Meeting – October 19, 2020
- 19 OctoberBlue Cap Auction Open For Online Bidding
- 14 OctoberOctober 2020 Newsletter
- 14 OctoberCommunity Development Committee Meeting – October 14, 2020
- 14 OctoberBlue Island Foregoing Official Trick-or-Treating Hours Due To COVID-19 Pandemic
- 14 OctoberIs It A Cold Or Flu Or COVID-19?
- 14 OctoberCITY COUNCIL: October 13, 2020
- 14 OctoberMunicipal Services Committee Meeting – October 13, 2020
- 14 OctoberUpcoming South Suburb Assessment and Appeals Seminar
- 13 OctoberPace 2021 Budget Public Hearing Schedule & Information
- 13 OctoberCity Council Meeting Accessible Via Zoom and YouTube Only: October 13, 2020
- 12 OctoberCity Hall Closed October 12
- 9 OctoberFinance Committee Meeting – October 5, 2020
- 6 OctoberWorth Township Food Distribution – October 15, 2020
- 4 OctoberBlue Island Fire Department reminds residents: “Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen!™
- 2 OctoberFire Prevention Week – Cooking & Kitchen Safety Tips
- 1 OctoberHalloween Guidance from IDPH
- 30 SeptemberSt. Benedict Raffle
- 30 SeptemberYour Census Response Is Crucial
- 29 SeptemberSmoke Detector Distribution
- 29 SeptemberSmoke Detector Distribution For Blue Island Households Scheduled For October 5
- 28 SeptemberBIPD Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program In Effect October 1 – October 16
- 28 SeptemberAerobics Returns To The Rec Center
- 28 SeptemberExpanded Customer Assistance From ComEd
- 24 SeptemberHalloween Guidance from the CDC
- 23 SeptemberBlue Island Public Library Resumes Regular Hours September 28
- 22 SeptemberCITY COUNCIL: September 22, 2020
- 21 SeptemberFinance Committee Meeting – September 21, 2020
- 21 SeptemberParking Lot Closure For Maintenance September 23-24
- 16 SeptemberJudiciary Committee Meeting – September 15, 2020
- 16 SeptemberPublic Health and Safety Committee Meeting – September 15, 2020
- 15 SeptemberHispanic Heritage Month
- 14 SeptemberFinance Committee Meeting – September 14, 2020
- 14 SeptemberBIPD Public Service Announcement: Use of Non-Highway Vehicles
- 10 SeptemberPatriot Day Observed
- 10 SeptemberCommunity Development Committee Meeting – September 9, 2020
- 10 SeptemberRegister To Vote Online
- 9 SeptemberCITY COUNCIL: September 8, 2020
- 9 SeptemberMunicipal Services Committee Meeting – September 8, 2020
- 9 SeptemberEmergency Food Distribution – September 10, 2020
- 9 SeptemberDistrict 6 Early Voting Sites
- 9 SeptemberProperty Tax Facebook Live event with Assessor Kaegi and Thornton Assessor Cassandra Holbert 9/9 at 6pm
- 8 SeptemberBlessing of the Waters Scheduled for September 20, 2020
- 8 SeptemberCOVID-19 Update from Fire Chief Dan Reda (9/8/20)
- 6 SeptemberLabor Day Observed
- 5 SeptemberSeptember 2020 Newsletter
- 3 SeptemberCOVID Community Wellness – Reporting Your Concerns
- 1 SeptemberFinance Committee Meeting – September 1, 2020
- 1 SeptemberBlue Island PD Announces Online Tool for Crash Reports
- 26 AugustCOVID-19 Update from Fire Chief Dan Reda (8/26/20)
- 26 AugustCITY COUNCIL: August 25, 2020
2019
- 27 DecemberChristmas in Blue Island
- 20 DecemberCITY COUNCIL: December 17, 2019
- 18 DecemberPublic Health & Safety Committee (12/17/19)
- 18 DecemberSpecial Meeting: Planning Commission & Zoning Board of Appeals (12/12/19)
- 18 DecemberHotrod Holiday Hoedown for Blue Cap
- 18 DecemberCommunity Development Committee (12/11/19)
- 18 DecemberCITY COUNCIL: December 10th, 2019
- 18 DecemberMunicipal Services Committee (12/10/19)
- 13 DecemberCommunity Resource Fair
- 11 DecemberBlue Island Light Parade 2019 (Full)
- 6 DecemberFINANCE COMMITTEE: December 2, 2019
- 6 DecemberNewsletter – December 2019
- 29 NovemberCITY COUNCIL: November 26th, 2019
- 29 NovemberCommunity Development Committee (11/20/19)
- 29 NovemberCannabis Public Hearing (11/20/19)
- 29 NovemberFinance Committee (11/18/19)
- 29 NovemberPublic Hearing: Preliminary Environmental Impacts Determination (11/12/19)
- 29 NovemberLunch & Learn: Chicago Southland CVB’s Jim Garrett
- 19 NovemberProperty Tax Appeal Session for Bremen Township
- 16 NovemberMunicipal Services Meeting – November 12, 2019
- 16 NovemberCity Council Meeting – November 12, 2019
- 13 NovemberFood, Clothing & Toy Drive at John D. Rita Rec Center
- 6 November$10 Cat Spay/Neuter Program Offered
- 6 NovemberNewsletter – November 2019
- 6 NovemberBlue Island Transit Improvements Ahead
- 3 NovemberFall Tree Planting 2019
- 28 OctoberFree Weatherization Upgrades For Residents – Do You Qualify?
- 21 OctoberVolunteers Needed For October 24 Tree Planting
- 14 OctoberCity Hall Closed October 14
- 7 October6th Annual BBQ on the Hill
- 7 OctoberCITY COUNCIL: September 30th, 2019 (Special Meeting)
- 7 OctoberCITY COUNCIL: September 24th, 2019
- 7 OctoberNewsletter – October 2019
- 4 OctoberHelp Support Bahamas Hurricane Relief Efforts
- 26 SeptemberTrunk Or Treat at John D. Rita Recreation Center
- 25 September8th Annual Romin’ The Island Car Party
- 25 SeptemberBlue Island Fire Department Responds To MetroSouth Closure – Video
- 25 SeptemberLandscaping Services RFP
- 23 SeptemberBlue Island Fire Department Responds To Closure of MetroSouth
- 17 SeptemberSchool Supply Drive & Pack Event
- 15 SeptemberSave Our Community Hospital Rally
- 15 SeptemberPublic Participation Form To Speak At September 17 HFSRB Meeting
- 11 SeptemberCity of Blue Island Files Formal HFSRB Complaint Against Quorum Health’s Closure Proceedings at MetroSouth
- 10 SeptemberBlue Island Police Department To Host Patriot Day Ceremony
- 6 SeptemberNewsletter – September 2019
- 5 SeptemberSEIU Hosts “Save Metro South” Rally
- 4 September35th Anniversary of The History of the Mexican-American Worker Mural
- 3 SeptemberCITY COUNCIL: August 27th, 2019
- 3 SeptemberThe Famous Food of St. Donatus Feast & Carnival
- 3 SeptemberCITY COUNCIL: August 13th, 2019
- 3 SeptemberLEP Notice From Metra
- 30 AugustCity of Blue Island Holds “Save Our Community Hospital” Rally September 14
- 30 AugustBIFD vs RFD Softball
- 27 AugustSEIU Hosts Metro South Rally on September 5
- 21 AugustCommunity Garden Harvest Soiree
- 20 AugustCafecito Comes To The Blue Island Public Libary
- 15 AugustNational Night Out 2019
- 15 AugustCook County Health Public Meeting
- 15 AugustCity of Blue Island Issues Formal Correspondence Opposing MetroSouth’s Request To Discontinue Services
- 15 AugustBlue Mass at St. Benedict
- 13 AugustTemplate Letter & Official Addresses – Write Them To Keep Our Hospital Open
- 12 AugustMental Health First Aid Training & Certification
- 12 AugustCook County Recorder Of Deeds Hosts Worth Township Event
- 9 AugustBlue Island ISO Fire Rating Improves
- 7 AugustNational Night Out 2019 in Pictures
- 2 AugustMini-Job Fair August 21
- 2 AugustCalumet Park Hosts “Moving Wall”
- 1 AugustMetroSouth Public Hearing (7/24/19)
- 1 AugustSt. Benedict Fest (2019)
- 1 AugustCITY COUNCIL: July 23rd, 2019
- 1 AugustCITY COUNCIL: July 16th, 2019 (Special Meeting)
- 1 AugustNewsletter – August 2019
- 24 JulyBack To School Book Bag Giveaway
- 22 JulyMetroSouth Summit
- 21 JulyMetroSouth Public Hearing Scheduled for July 24
- 19 JulyPace Is Hiring
- 17 JulyExcessive Heat Advisory
- 16 JulyBusiness Development District Grant Match Increased to 75%
- 15 JulyChatham Street At Canal Closed July 16-19
- 13 JulyFireworks at Waterfall Park (6/28/19)
- 13 JulyCITY COUNCIL: July 9th, 2019
- 13 JulyRecap: Blue Island Fireworks Festival 2019
- 12 JulyAmerican Legion Post 50 Blue Island Celebrates 100 Years
- 11 JulySave The Date! St. Benedict Fest is July 13, 2019
- 3 JulyBlue Island Fireworks Festival 2019
- 27 JuneCity Sticker Deadline Sunday
- 25 JuneCITY COUNCIL: June 25th, 2019
- 25 JuneWater & Paper Goods Collection for University Park
- 25 JuneOnline Petitions for MetroSouth
- 24 JuneVolunteer Opportunity – June 28, 2019
- 24 JuneMetroSouth Summit Scheduled For July 11, 2019
- 24 JuneRESCHEDULED: Cook County Public Health Meeting
- 18 JuneProperty Tax Appeal Opportunity
- 18 JuneInformation Session with Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi
- 13 JuneMetro South Summit Planned
- 6 JuneFireworks Festival Scheduled For June 28, 2019
- 22 MayMemorial Day Ceremony Scheduled for May 27
- 15 MayCop on a Rooftop is May 17
- 27 AprilWeather Advisory – April 27, 2019
- 8 AprilEaster Fun Planned at John D. Rita Recreation Center
2018
- 14 DecemberCity of Blue Island Is Hiring – Office Clerk
- 14 DecemberCity of Blue Island Is Hiring – Mechanic/Truck Driver
- 4 DecemberThe City of Blue Island Invites You To Celebrate The New Year!
- 20 NovemberSt Walter Pancake Breakfast
- 15 NovemberCelebrate The Holidays In Blue Island
- 13 November#GivingTuesday is November 27
- 7 NovemberSPAGHETTI DINNER AT FIRST EVANGELICAL CHURCH
- 7 NovemberVeterans Day Ceremony Scheduled
- 25 OctoberChili Supper at St. Philip Lutheran Church
- 3 OctoberHoliday Happenings at Blue Island’s Salvation Army
- 3 OctoberAn Angel’s Touch Fundraiser – October 6, 2018
- 3 OctoberAn Angel’s Touch Fundraiser 2018
- 18 SeptemberCal-Sag Trail Update
- 13 SeptemberDDE Dance Team Fundraiser
- 7 SeptemberTree Planting Volunteers Needed
- 28 AugustHappening at The Salvation Army in Blue Island
- 23 AugustBack-To-School Picnic & Bookbag Giveaway
- 14 AugustCSX Railroad to begin repair work on Broadway Crossing beginning August 20
- 14 AugustWest Nile Virus Alert
- 9 AugustBrewmasters Vintage Base Ball Home Game – September 8, 2018
- 9 August32nd Annual Blue Island House Walk
- 3 AugustJohn D. Rita Rec Center Schedule – August 2018
- 23 JulyNational Night Out 2018
- 20 JulyLongwood Drive Bumpouts
- 10 JulyBlue Cap presents Taste of Olde Western
- 2 JulyRepairing City Streets & Building Green Infrastructure
- 28 JuneCreating Space for the Future
- 25 June2017 Consumer Confidence Report
- 15 JuneBlue Island Fireworks Festival
- 15 JuneExcessive Heat Watch
- 13 JuneGet Involved
- 11 June12th Annual Blessing of the Waters
- 11 JuneThe City of Blue Island Continues Making Road Rehabilitation a Priority
- 15 MarchSMART 911
- 1 MarchOfficer Nicholas Babbitt new DARE Officer
- 12 February2015 Minutes
- 8 FebruaryPace Weather Advisory
- 8 FebruarySnow is on its way
- 8 FebruarySalvation Army Building Closed Friday February 9, 2018
- 12 January2014 finance agendas
- 9 JanuaryBlack Culture Nite
2017
- 18 DecemberHappy New Years
- 9 NovemberVeterans Day at the Blue Island Public Library
- 26 SeptemberSpecial Meeting #2 – Thursday, October 26, 7 P.M.
- 18 SeptemberBremen Township Property Tax Appeal Forum
- 5 SeptemberEmployment Opportunities at Blue Cap
- 22 AugustSafe MeetUp Spot
- 24 JulyNational Night Out 2017
- 24 JuneNew waste removal and recycling service provider
- 13 JuneRFP for sale of 12 used Municipal vehicles
- 25 MayCal-Sag Trail Public Information Meeting
- 1 MayBroadway St Resurfacing Begins
- 10 AprilEarth Day Seed Exchange
- 7 AprilRFP for Municipal Solid Waste, Recycling and Landscape Waste Collection Services
- 23 March2017 Election and Ward Map
- 22 MarchA Great Grand Opening Thanks!
- 18 MarchChatham Street Bridge Grand Opening
- 7 FebruaryCardinal Dance Team National Champs!
- 27 JanuaryBlack Culture Night 2017
2016
- 20 DecemberNYE Rock Around the Clock
- 25 November#shopsmall this Saturday and Find Blue!
- 22 NovemberThanksgiving Hours 2016
- 21 OctoberRFP for Municipal Finance Advisor
- 18 OctoberPrescription Drug Take Back
- 12 OctoberRFP for Graphics and Banners
- 12 SeptemberFinal Cruise Night on Olde Western
- 1 SeptemberVincennes Closed for Track Repair Sept. 7
- 1 SeptemberPace Park-n-Ride Closed for Weekend Maintenance
- 16 AugustRainReady Blue Island Community Meeting
- 29 JulyDivision Street Bridge GRAND Opening!
- 29 JulyTraffic Safety Checkpoint
- 29 JulyWWII Marine Returns Home
- 26 JulyNational Night Out 2016
- 25 JulyMobile Cooling Station in Blue Island
- 8 JulyWelcome Home D. Wade
- 5 JulyHome Buyer Expo Comes to Blue Island
- 28 JuneBlue Island Fireworks and People’s Parade 2016
- 6 JuneCruise Nights Kick Off for 2016
- 27 MaySouth Suburban Landlord Summit
- 19 MayBIPD Supports Special Olympics Illinois
- 20 AprilBlue Island Police Department Taking Back Unwanted Prescription Drugs
- 19 AprilChicago White Sox – City of Blue Island Outing
- 19 AprilBlue Island Tree Planting
- 19 AprilTo Your Credit
- 13 AprilWork begins on Cochran, Birdsall and Lewis
- 11 AprilTech Annex 10 year Anniversary Celebration
- 11 AprilBlue Island Library Luau
- 11 AprilHome Buyer’s Workshop
- 11 AprilApril 12th City Council
- 4 AprilFinance Committee Meeting
- 4 AprilGame Night
- 4 April7th Annual Arts Extravaganza
- 28 March123rd Place from Gregory to Vincennes
- 28 MarchPaint and Sip
- 28 MarchBowling for Honor
- 24 MarchCity of Blue Island opens newly renovated Recreation and Community Center
- 21 MarchMarch 22nd City Council
- 21 MarchHistory of the Cal-Sag Channel
- 21 MarchFlashlight Easter Egg Hunt
- 20 MarchCLC Easter Egg Hunt
- 8 MarchMarch 8th City Council
- 1 MarchBoy Scout Pancake Breakfast
- 1 MarchHome Buyers Workshop
- 1 MarchIrish Tea Party
- 22 FebruaryFebruary 23rd City Council
- 22 FebruaryArthur Dyke Benefit and Concert
- 17 FebruaryFebruary 9th City Council
- 8 FebruaryChocolate Festival
- 8 FebruaryAbe Lincoln and his Artifacts
- 8 FebruaryBlack Culture Nite
- 2 FebruaryWard Redistricting Committee – Final Draft
- 2 FebruaryWard Redistricting Meeting
- 1 FebruaryGame Night at the Library
- 1 FebruaryLadies Night at the Meadows
- 1 FebruaryVeterans Memorial Middle School Craft Show
- 28 JanuaryJanuary 26th City Council
- 19 JanuaryGreen Drinks
- 19 JanuaryBuffet, Bungalows and Blue Island
- 13 JanuaryPassport Parking in Blue Island
- 13 JanuaryPassport Parking FAQs
- 11 JanuarySusan G. Komen Presentation
- 11 JanuaryPancake Breakfast
- 4 JanuaryYA Game Night
2015
- 23 DecemberWard Redistricting Committee – First Draft
- 22 DecemberReduced Fees for Seniors
- 21 DecemberFamily Friendly Holiday Films
- 21 DecemberRock Around the Clock
- 14 DecemberChildren’s Christmas Craft Program
- 14 DecemberOperation Change Concert
- 14 DecemberHoliday Movies
- 8 DecemberWard Redistricting Committee – Public Hearing Schedule
- 7 DecemberChristmas Tree Decorating at the Library
- 7 DecemberChristmas Memories
- 7 DecemberChristmas Concert
- 7 DecemberChristmas Carol Sing Along
- 4 December2016 Clean Up Grant Notice
- 3 DecemberThorntons Redevelopment
- 1 DecemberPublic Notice of Ward Redistricting Committee – 1st Public Hearing
- 18 November$1.6 million grant awarded to City of Blue Island for Chatham Street Bridge
- 17 NovemberElf on the Shelf
- 17 NovemberChildren’s Thanksgiving Craft
- 15 NovemberCanning Your Harvest
- 9 NovemberVeteran’s Day Ceremony
- 9 NovemberLive on Stage!
- 9 NovemberFree Recording Sessions Friday
- 2 NovemberFish Food: How Water Quality Affects Anglers
- 2 NovemberMedicare Maze
- 2 NovemberWine and Paint
- 2 NovemberBlue Cap Auction
- 26 OctoberDay of the Dead Fiesta
- 26 OctoberMonster Bingo
- 26 OctoberMovie and Pizza Night
- 26 OctoberCulinary Feast
- 19 OctoberMonthly Recipe Swap
- 19 OctoberTo Your Credit Workshop
- 19 OctoberSt. Benedict Bake Sale
- 16 OctoberFall Road Construction
- 13 OctoberColor Me Stress Free
- 13 OctoberEisenhower High School celebrates President Eisenhower’s 125th Birthday
- 13 OctoberFall Harvest Tea
- 13 OctoberSeasonal Leaf Pick-Up
- 13 OctoberDivision Street Bridge Work Cam
- 5 OctoberThe Incredible Bats
- 5 OctoberConscious Foraging
- 1 OctoberFlooding in your Community Meeting
- 28 SeptemberFarmers Market
- 28 SeptemberHome Buyers Workshop
- 28 SeptemberWomens Wellness Fair
- 22 SeptemberNational Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
- 21 SeptemberBBQ on the Hill
- 21 SeptemberFall Flower and Plant Sale
- 14 SeptemberMonday Nights are Cruise Nights!
- 14 SeptemberRomin’ the Island
- 14 SeptemberAngel’s Touch Fund Raiser
- 14 SeptemberArchitectural Walk
- 9 SeptemberDivision Street Bridge Construction Update
- 8 SeptemberSeed Saving at the Library
- 8 SeptemberRose Walk for Blue Cap
- 8 SeptemberSt. Benedict Fest
- 3 SeptemberRebuilding Together Metro Chicago chooses Blue Island
- 3 SeptemberHeat Precautions
- 31 AugustWater, Water Everywhere
- 26 AugustProject Manager Position
- 24 AugustNative Americans in the Calumet Area
- 24 AugustOperation: Honor
- 19 AugustGreen Infrastructure Project– Road Closures
- 17 AugustPottery Boys Gallery Open House
- 17 AugustPickleball Kick Off
- 12 AugustRoad Construction
- 10 AugustAugust Newsletter
- 10 AugustTrivia Night: Music Edition
- 3 AugustDistrict 218 Health Fair
- 29 JulyNational Night Out
- 27 JulyJob Fair
- 27 JulyAccess Health Fair
- 27 JulyBethel Car and Bike show
- 21 JulyRFP: Blue Island Recreation Center Facility & Grounds Renovations
- 20 JulyFill the Boot Fundraiser
- 20 JulyTaste of Olde Western
- 20 JulyBlue Island’s July Newsletter
- 14 JulyOvernight Parking Ordinance
- 13 JulyPickleball League
- 13 JulySenior Lunch and Bingo
- 13 JulyConcert by the Lake & Art Fair
- 10 JulyUpcoming Events
- 9 JulyAdvertise Your Job Opportunities Here
- 7 JulyRoad Construction
- 6 JulyFamily Friendly Friday Summer Movies
- 29 JuneIndependence Day Weekend Events
- 29 JuneTech Annex Cadet Summer Boot Camp
- 29 JuneLive on Stage!
- 22 JuneMetroSouth presents Women’s Health
- 22 JuneJob Fair
- 22 JuneCar Wash at Eisenhower
- 19 JuneSpecial Events in Blue Island this Weekend
- 18 JuneUPDATED Construction Alert
- 17 JunePurchase Your Vehicle Sticker Online
- 15 JuneFlood Mitigation Project
- 15 JuneYard Sale on the Hill
- 15 JuneDrivin’ the Dixie
- 15 JuneHeal the River
- 9 JuneBlue Cap Fundraiser at the Meadows
- 9 JuneKid Community Day
2014
- 30 DecemberBlood Drive
- 29 DecemberChristmas Tree Pick Up
- 23 DecemberHoliday Roadside Safety Checks
- 23 DecemberCity Hall Holiday Hours
- 23 DecemberRock Around the Clock!
- 23 DecemberVeteran’s Thank BI Residents and Public Works!
- 12 DecemberBlue Island Christmas Tree
- 11 DecemberChristmas Party
- 8 DecemberGolfer on your Christmas List?
- 8 DecemberChristmas Light Parade Thank You!
- 5 DecemberElectric Bill Assistance
- 5 DecemberYard Waste Notice
- 4 DecemberElection Pre-Filing Notice
- 3 DecemberRemember our Wounded Soldiers at Christmas
- 3 DecemberCreate Your Own Wreath!
- 28 NovemberWinter Health Challenge
- 25 NovemberVolunteers Plant Winter Plants in Planters
- 25 NovemberNew Blue Island Firefighter
- 21 NovemberBlue Island Community Health Fair
- 21 NovemberCreative Nonsense Bake Sale
- 19 NovemberCereal for Angel’s Touch
- 17 NovemberSuburban Youth Symphony Concert
- 14 NovemberChristian Life Center to give away 100 Coats
- 13 NovemberRemember our Wounded Soldiers at Christmas
- 12 NovemberMarine JROTC Presents Colors at City Council
- 6 NovemberKickapoo Woods Needs Your Help
- 3 NovemberOak Street Health Ribbon Cutting
- 3 NovemberFire Prevention Week Poster Winners
- 3 NovemberFolgers Flag
- 28 OctoberI57/294 Interchange Dedication
- 24 OctoberVeterans’ Donation Drive
- 23 OctoberArts Alliance Variety Show
- 23 OctoberBlue Island Park District Halloween Flashlight Hunt
- 23 OctoberHalloween Dinner Dance
- 23 OctoberUrsula Bielski – Haunted Lincoln Park Zoo!
- 23 OctoberTree Canopy
- 21 OctoberHalloween Tick or Treat Hours
- 16 OctoberGreening of Blue Island
- 14 OctoberState Funding for Division Street Bridge
- 10 OctoberThe Many Loves of Dobie Gillis
- 9 OctoberHalloween Tea!
- 9 OctoberBlue Island Library presents Black Jack Logan
- 9 OctoberStray Dog Theatre Troupe Company presents AGNES of GOD
- 7 OctoberSt. Benedict’s Women’s Club Bake Sale
- 3 OctoberLadies Night Out
- 3 OctoberOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
- 3 OctoberRAILFAN Brochure
- 3 OctoberNational Domestic Violence Awareness Month
- 29 SeptemberRun for Your Life 1 Mile Walk/5K Run
- 25 SeptemberNational Alliance for Mental Illness Programs
- 24 SeptemberVeterans Parade
- 24 SeptemberAddress on Your Garage is Manditory
- 24 SeptemberThose Were the Days Radio Players
- 23 SeptemberArchitechtural Bicycle Tour
- 23 SeptemberDrug Take Back
- 23 SeptemberChili Lunch
- 23 SeptemberBBQ on the Hill
- 23 SeptemberThree New Firefighters
- 16 SeptemberGuns Vs. Hoses Softball Game
- 12 SeptemberBike ‘N Dine!
- 12 SeptemberMovie in the Park
- 12 SeptemberBostons ‘N Brews
- 12 SeptemberSt. Benedict Fest
- 12 SeptemberCommunity Garden Service Day and Potluck
- 11 September9/11, Never let us Forget
- 10 SeptemberI57-294 Interchange Opening Soon!
- 8 SeptemberSt. Benedict Feast
- 8 SeptemberSustainability Workshop
- 8 SeptemberA Celebration of Hispanic Heritage!
- 28 AugustCelebrate the Blue Island Fire Department 135th Anniversary!
- 26 AugustLabor Day
- 26 AugustBlue Island Selected as a Star Community!
- 26 AugustCommunity Seed Exchange
- 21 AugustFinal CRUISE NIGHT
- 19 AugustArchitectural Bike Tour
- 15 August119th Berm
- 15 AugustBack to School 9th Annual Car & Bike Show
- 14 AugustCharles and Corrine Martin 50th Wedding Anniversary
- 13 AugustFlossmoor Road Viaduct Closure
- 13 AugustTaste of Thornton Township!
- 8 AugustCelebration of Health
- 7 AugustHelp kids start the School Year Prepared
- 6 AugustTransform Blue Island through Groupon!
- 5 AugustWater, Water Everywhere!
- 5 August“Strange August Night” featuring Ursula Bielski and Her Friends
- 4 AugustCornerstone Studio/Art Exhibit
- 4 AugustCongratulations Rock Island Public House
- 31 JulyFinal TGIF Picnic!
- 30 JulyAward Winning Maple Tree Inn
- 29 JulyNational Night Out
- 29 JulyNational Minority Donor Awareness Week
- 25 JulyJuly 25th TGIF Picnic
- 25 JulyNicor National 811 Day
- 24 JulyDistrict 218 Back to School Health Fair
- 21 JulyBelieve In Blue Island
- 21 JulyCruise Night Reminder
- 16 JulyFire Chief Luety Retires
- 11 JulyAdult Protective Services Program
- 10 JulyWatch World Cup Soccer at the Meadows Golf Club!
- 27 JuneBelieve in Blue Island
2013
- 23 DecemberHappy Holidays!
- 23 DecemberRock Around the Clock New Year’s Eve Celebration
- 20 DecemberSnow Predicted – No Parking on Snow Routes!
- 16 DecemberCreate Your Own Fresh Centerpiece for Your Holiday Table!
- 13 DecemberThank you Folgers Flag & Decorating in Blue Island
- 12 DecemberBelieve in Blue Island Weekly Post
- 12 DecemberVISIT SANTA at the Blue Island Park District SANTA HOUSE
- 11 December
- 11 DecemberLearn the true meaning of Kwanzaa
- 10 DecemberBlue Island Christmas Parade…Cold but Cool!
- 4 DecemberPayroll and Human Resources Job Postings
- 27 NovemberSmall Business Saturday 2013
- 22 November5th Annual Community Health Fair
- 22 NovemberThank You to Taverez Family
- 21 NovemberBelieve in Blue Island
- 21 NovemberRibbon Cutting Event!
- 19 NovemberSouthside Gives Back to Tornado Victims
- 15 NovemberFire Department Poster Winners!
- 6 NovemberBlue Island has Talent 2
- 6 NovemberBlue Island Library Sponsored Events
- 5 November5th Annual Blue Island Veterans’ Day Parade
- 4 NovemberGirl’s Day Out
- 4 NovemberAmanda Benegas’ Entry Wins Scarecrow Competition!
- 1 NovemberBelieve in Blue Island
- 31 OctoberTrick or Treat Hours are 3-7pm! Be safe!
- 31 OctoberWaterfront Planning Public Meeting
- 22 OctoberThornton Township Energy Fair
- 21 OctoberUpcoming Track Improvements
- 18 OctoberBlue Island Awarded Illinois Coastal Grant
- 17 OctoberCommunity Meeting on Backyard Sustainability
- 16 OctoberFundraiser for Angel’s Touch
- 11 OctoberFinal Cruise Night for 2013
- 11 OctoberDia de los Muertos Walk
- 10 OctoberHalloween 2013
- 10 OctoberNational Prescription Drug Take Back: Oct. 26
- 10 OctoberVentra is Here, Pace Riders
- 10 OctoberCall for Part Time Police Officers
- 16 SeptemberRock Island Train – METRA Notice
- 16 SeptemberCruise Night Contunues!
- 12 SeptemberBlue Island Historical Society Architectural Walking Tour
- 11 SeptemberRun for Your Life 5K Run/1 Mile Walk!
- 10 SeptemberLocal Hiring Blitz
- 6 SeptemberBelieve in Blue Island
- 5 SeptemberVolunteers help give Blue Island a Makeover!
- 5 SeptemberBlue Island Mexican Dance Team at the State Fair
- 30 AugustBelieve in Blue Island
- 30 AugustCity Hall Closed on Labor Day
- 29 AugustThank You Great Lakes Bank!
- 29 AugustMetra Public Meetings
- 29 AugustMexican Independence Day Celebration
- 28 AugustRest in Peace
- 22 AugustHelp for Homeowners Events
- 19 AugustTools and Funding for Stormwater Management, Habitat Restoration and Waterfront Access in the Calumet Region
- 16 AugustCalifornia Gardens Community Gardens
- 6 AugustTemporary Planning and Research Associate Position
- 6 AugustDistrict 218 Back to School Health Fair
- 5 AugustRocky Clark bill signed into law at Eisenhower High School
- 2 AugustPolice Officer and Firefighter-EMT Exams
- 1 AugustFire Department Fundraiser
- 31 JulyNational Night Out against crime
- 26 JulyFire Department Fundraiser
- 19 JulyMichael L. Janko
- 16 JulyAdult College Success Fair
- 3 July4th of July Holiday
- 3 JulyJuly 4th Breakfast for Veterans and Military Personnel
- 3 July4th of July People's Parade
- 2 JulyFlood Damage? FEMA in Blue Island
- 7 JuneBlue Island Firefighters Local 3547 Fundraiser
- 31 MayThe Affordable Healthcare Act & You!
- 29 MayHeal the River
- 23 MayTGIF Picnic 2013 Schedule
- 23 MayCity Hall Closed Memorial Day
- 21 MaySpecial City Council Meeting
- 17 MayIllinois Fallen Heroes Traveling Memorial Wall in Blue Island
- 13 MayNew Mayor
- 30 AprilZoning Ordinance Update
- 26 AprilEarth Week Boy Scout Paper Drive
- 26 AprilSaturday University Begins April 13
- 22 AprilFlood Damage
- 19 AprilNews from PACE
- 10 AprilRequest for Qualifications: Environmental Consulting Services
- 4 AprilTake Charge of Your Health Free Workshop!
- 18 MarchGardener & Volunteer General Interest Meeting & Seed Starting Workshop (3/20)
- 8 MarchAsk This Old House
- 7 MarchSpecial Beer Tapping benefiting the Cal-Sag Trail!
- 4 March“Along the Chicago South Shore and South Bend Rail Line” Author Presentation and Q&A
- 21 FebruaryREVISED DATE for Take Action!
- 15 FebruaryWelcome Home!
- 15 FebruaryPresidents Day
- 30 JanuaryCook County School District Preschool Screenings
- 18 JanuaryCity Hall Closure
- 4 JanuaryBlue Island Historical Society Second Annual Open House
2012
- 21 DecemberMerry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
- 7 DecemberRock Around the Clock
- 1 November4th Annual Blue Island Community Health Fair
- 30 OctoberHappy Halloween
- 19 OctoberOPERATION: Thank a Vet!
- 17 OctoberHalloween with Ursula Bielski
- 15 OctoberREMINDER – Public Open Space Meeting
- 15 OctoberBlue Island, Blue Water Rain Gardens!
- 27 SeptemberOpen Space Public Meeting RESCHEDULED!
- 25 SeptemberPlan Commissioner Training Workshop
- 13 SeptemberBe a part of our Community Rain Garden!
- 4 SeptemberBlue Island Historical Society 28th House Walk Tour
- 16 AugustSpecial Council Meeting
- 1 AugustStreet Repairs
- 30 JulyVivamus eros elementum etiam leo eu dictum rutrum
- 30 JulyMaecenas mattis, tortor ut posuere aliquam
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- 30 JulyAt ferri officiis reprehendunt mea
- 30 JulyCu vel suas interpretaris no qui tantas
- 30 JulyLegere urbanitas nam an nusquam intellegam
- 18 JulyNational Night Out 2012
- 12 JulyArt at the Blue Island Public Library this Summer
- 10 JulyTour the Island
- 26 JuneI&M Canal Heritage Corridor Alliance Meeting
- 25 JuneCelebrate the Fourth of July at the Blue Island Public Library
- 21 JuneBlessing of the Water
- 18 JuneSoutheat Environmental Task Force Tours
- 18 JuneBlue Heart
- 14 JuneSummer Bash at the Lyric
- 6 JuneDrivin' the Dixie
- 27 AprilUptown-TOD Zoning District Hearing
- 23 AprilSafely Dispose of Your Expired Prescriptions
- 20 AprilBlue Island Historical Society Celebrates Preservation Week with Day of Blue Island
- 17 AprilPublic Comment on Comprehensive Plan
- 5 AprilComprehensive Plan Open House
- 15 MarchTraditional Egg Decorating
- 28 FebruarySt. Patrick Day Tea
- 22 FebruaryBlue Island Poised to Adopt Active Transportation Plan
- 2 FebruaryBlack Culture Night 2012
- 27 JanuaryNotice of Public Meeting & Intent to Apply for USEPA Pilot Grant
- 10 JanuaryDistrict 218 to Host All-Class Reunion
2011
- 28 DecemberRock Around the Clock
- 22 DecemberBlue Island Historical Society Open House
- 8 NovemberTest Of The Emergency Alert System – 11/9/11 at 1pm
- 8 NovemberCivil War Series: “Boy Soldiers of the Civil War”
- 1 NovemberRemembering Marshall Field’s
- 12 OctoberHalloween with Ursula Bielski
- 6 OctoberCommunity Gardens Expand
- 5 OctoberHalloween Tea
- 4 OctoberFood Day, Healthy Food Drive – Thru 10/24
- 4 October1st Annual Harvest Festival – 10/15
- 30 SeptemberEisenhower Football Wears Pink All October
- 15 SeptemberE-Waste Recycling Drive
- 6 September9-11-01 Anniversary Remembrance at MetroSouth (9/8)
- 23 AugustHistorical Architecture Walking Tour
- 9 AugustBike Rodeo & Workshop for Blue Island’s Active Transportation Plan (8/27)
- 9 AugustCalumet-Sag Trail Public Meeting
- 8 AugustBlue Island Garden Walk 2011 – Sunday, August 14
- 28 JulyCavalcade of Pride 2011
- 19 JulyRenovation, Repair, and Painting Course
- 11 JulyVolunteers Needed for local Ash Tree Inventory (7/23-24)
- 30 JuneCelebrate the 4th on the 2nd
- 21 JuneTemporary Closing of 127th for Metra Track Repair
- 16 JuneComcast Presents: ¡Viva Mexico! 2011 Concert Series
- 15 JunePublic Meetings for Comprehensive Plan
- 14 JuneBlue Island Bike Commutes!
- 10 JuneDrivin’ the Dixie
- 2 JuneBIHS Annual Membership Meeting & Women’s Club Plaque Dedication
- 31 MayCelebrate June “Leave No Child Inside Month”
- 24 MayAlliance for Healthy & Active Communities – June 23, 2011
- 13 MayHealthy Homes, Healthy Kids, Healthy You
- 6 MayD-Day Remembered: A Special Memorial Day Event
- 29 AprilNever Again: A Shoah Remembrance Event
- 21 AprilEaster Baskets
- 1 AprilBen Franklin Impersonator to visit BIHS!
- 1 AprilSpring Tea
- 25 MarchBrownfield Site Reuse RFP
- 23 MarchPrescription Drug Safety
- 1 MarchIrish Music & “South Side Irish Parade” Book Discussion
- 12 FebruaryFree Deconstruction Training for Contractors
- 12 FebruaryFree Green Job Training from Delta Institute & OAI
- 10 FebruaryBlue Island Honors Extraordinary Residents
- 31 JanuaryBe Prepared: Winter Storm Approaching
- 24 JanuaryValentine Tea
- 13 JanuaryMarketing Kit RFP
- 7 JanuaryRemember Martin Luther King Jr.
- 6 JanuaryEisenhower NHS Book Drive
- 3 JanuaryHappy New Year!
2010
- 8 DecemberRock Around the Clock
- 24 NovemberSmall Business Saturday: November 27
- 22 November12/4 Event: Keep Your Home – New Foreclosure Prevention Program
- 18 NovemberShop Local… Support Local
- 18 NovemberPop Up Uptown!
- 3 NovemberNovember Rowing Events Suspended for 2010
- 30 OctoberTrick or Treat Hours
- 26 OctoberBlue Island is On the Block
- 20 OctoberMovie Filming in Blue Island!
- 19 OctoberHalloween Spooktacular with Ghost Expert Ursula Bielski
- 15 OctoberCelebrate “The Heart of the Community”
- 13 OctoberHalloween Tea
- 6 October2nd Annual Community Health Fair: Oct. 9, 2010
- 5 OctoberChicago’s WLS Radio History & Book Signing with Scott Childers
- 5 OctoberMission POSSIBLE
- 30 September“To Sleep with Angels” Book Discussion with Author, John Kuenster
- 20 SeptemberHappy 175th Birthday, Blue Island!
- 19 SeptemberTurn in unused or expired medicine this Saturday, Sept. 25
- 1 SeptemberBlue Island Celebrates 175th Anniversary
- 30 AugustBlue Island Historical Society 27th House Walk Tour
- 20 AugustLight Up the River Cancelled
- 16 AugustIllinois First Congressional District Business Week 2010
- 12 AugustDistrict 218 Sponsors Back to School Health Fair
- 12 AugustNotice of 30-day Public Comment Period: Marshfield Ave PCB Cleanup
- 11 AugustPACE 397 Route Elimination
- 10 AugustIt’s Cavalcade Time
- 6 August“Get Capone” Book Signing and Discussion
- 30 JulyMorbi in sem quis dui placerat
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- 29 JulyTwo TGIFs to Go!
- 25 JuneBlue Island Fest 2010
- 18 JuneGet Your Motor Runnin’
- 14 JuneBlue Island Bikes to Work
- 11 JuneFay’s Point wins Green Ribbon Award from Friends of the Chicago River
- 10 JuneBe prepared Storm and Severe Weather Season
- 27 MayCommunity Express Loans for Small Business
- 20 MayAttention! Communities Around Little Calumet River
- 13 MayRecycle Your Electronics
- 10 MayForestry Board May Planting Schedule
- 4 MayGuns vs. Hoses Charity Game
- 19 AprilWDDE Survey
- 15 AprilProject Art Party
- 1 AprilBrian Carey Funeral Arrangements
- 25 MarchUrban Forestry Board Appointed
- 24 March2010 Census Mail Participation Data Now Available
- 17 MarchBlue Island Sponsors Veterans Expo
- 15 MarchU.S. Census Bureau Distributes Census Forms
- 10 March100% Compliance With Tobacco Enforcement Campaign
- 18 FebruaryCalumet-Sag Trail Featured
- 12 FebruaryCity Hall Closed in Observance of President’s Day 2010
- 5 FebruaryMetroSouth Medical Center Promote Healthy Hearts
- 26 JanuaryI-294/I-57 IDOT Update
- 15 JanuaryMartin Luther King Jr. Day
- 7 JanuaryThanks for Giving
- 7 JanuaryThe 2010 Census: Vital to Your Future
2009
- 28 DecemberRock Around the Clock New Year’s Eve Celebration!
- 4 DecemberHoliday Breakfast Tea & Cookie Exchange
- 25 NovemberHappy Thanksgiving to All
- 11 NovemberVeterans Day Parade
- 10 NovemberBlue Island Goes Big for Burnham!
- 9 NovemberSupport MetroSouth ~ sign the e-petition
- 5 NovemberRed Light Running Press Release
- 5 OctoberArts and Culture Committee
- 24 SeptemberCavalcade of Pride 2009 winners
- 23 SeptemberMGP Public Meeting Tonight
- 22 SeptemberHeimbach House = Driehaus Winner!
- 21 SeptemberABCA PUBLIC MEETING CANCELED
- 10 SeptemberBlue Island Architectural Walking Tour
- 3 SeptemberPUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD FOR ABCA NOW OPEN
- 25 AugustNOTICE OF 30-DAY PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
- 5 AugustDistrict 130 awarded 2008 Safe Routes to School Grant
- 26 MaySummer 2009 Events in Blue Island
- 8 MayBlue Island Awarded $200,000 Cleanup Grant for 119th St Project
- 13 AprilGet Involved & Earn $50 for Urban Evacuation Study
- 1 MarchRFP – Calumet-Sag Trail Corridor Development Plan
- 24 FebruaryRFP-Cultural Heritage Branding & Marketing Plan
- 18 FebruaryRegister your Pets!
- 9 FebruaryRequest For Proposals – 2008 Brownfields Assessment Grant
- 1 FebruaryVeterans Expo
- 20 JanuaryChamber Business of the Year Award Winners
- 14 January1/14 Plan Commission meeting cancelled
- 13 JanuaryJanuary is National Radon Action Month (Enero es Mes Nacional De Radon)
2008
- 31 October2009 USEPA Cleanup Grant
- 21 SeptemberBinational Health Week Mini Conference, October 14
- 10 SeptemberE-Recycling Event Announcement – Saturday, October 4, 2008
- 3 SeptemberBlue Island Garden Walk – Sunday, September 7th
- 30 MarchSouthland Regatta at Fay's Point
- 29 MarchBlue Island awarded $102,250 Preserve America Grant
- 26 MarchFree Ads on WDDE for Local Businesses
- 26 MarchBlue Island Farmers Market
- 24 MarchWestern Ave 2-Way Traffic Feasibility Study
- 23 MarchWestern Avenue Corridor Study RFP Finalists
- 22 MarchMetroSouth Medical Center Website
- 19 MarchHousing Policy Plan Project Kick-Off
- 18 MarchShop Blue Island
- 14 MarchConstruction Alerts
- 14 MarchHospital Agreement Reached!
- 9 MarchBlue Island Made Movies
- 8 MarchHousehold Hazardous Waste Disposal Day – 10/11/08
- 6 MarchBlue Island awarded 2 more USEPA Brownfields Assessment grants!
- 23 JanuaryRequest for Proposal (RFP) for Traffic Engineering Services
2007
- 11 SeptemberGreenest Region Compact