February 2nd, 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 Annex Building
2434 W. Vermont Street
Blue Island, IL 60406
January 27th, 2012
Notice of City of Blue Island’s intent to apply for U.S.EPA Brownfields Multi-purpose Pilot Grant; Notice of a Public Meeting to discuss, accept and consider Public Comment on the Draft Grant Proposal; and Request for Public Comment on the Draft Grant Proposal.
The City of Blue Island intends to apply for a U.S.EPA Brownfields Multi-purpose Pilot Grant that is due on February 10, 2012. This proposal is associated with the assessment, cleanup planning and cleanup of hazardous substances at 2 parcels located at the SE corner of the Northeast Mixed-Use Commercial Park, the former landfill site at 119th St and Vincennes Ave. More Info
January 10th, 2012
District 218 will host its first All-District/All-Class reunion on Saturday, January 28 from 6 to 10 p.m. at 115 Bourbon Street in Merrionette Park.
The Friends of District 218, an educational foundation, will sponsor this event as a fund raiser supporting college scholarships for students and grants for teachers. The event includes dinner, an open bar, disk jockey, and raffles.
Through January 13, tickets cost $75 per couple or $40 per individual. After January 13 and at the door, tickets cost $50 per person. Tickets are available in the main offices of Eisenhower High School, 12700 S. Sacramento, Blue Island; Richards High School, 10601 S. Central Avenue, Oak Lawn; and, Shepard High School, 13049 S. Ridgeland Avenue, Palos Heights.
Tickets also are available at the Administrative Center, 10701 S. Kilpatrick or by calling 708-424-2000, ext. 2500 to order tickets. Checks should be made payable to ‘CHSD 218 Foundation.’
December 28th, 2011
Celebrate New Years Eve at the City of Blue Island Rock Around the Clock Celebration on the corner of Vermont Street and Western Avenue. The corner will be closed off to traffic at 11:30pm. Free party favors will be distributed and at the stroke of midnight the Fire Department will have the lighted ball drop and oversee the professional Fireworks display! Fun for the whole family! For more information call Mary Poulsen at 708-396-7035
December 22nd, 2011
A celebration of Blue Island history in three parts!
WHEN
Sunday, Jan 15th, 2012
WHERE
BIHS/Albee House
13018 Maple Avenue
Blue Island
Free will donation
($5 adults, $2 children)
Plan your day!
PART ONE, 11:00am-1:00pm
Welcome Tea (continental), Architecture in Blue Island presentation & extended Albee House tour by Mike Wolski
PART TWO, 2:00pm-5:00pm
History of Blue Island (with Children’s Ablee House tour!) by Mike Kaliski; Afternoon Tea (continental); and “Greetings from Portland” presentation by Jason Berry
PART THREE, 6:00pm, tickets required*
Rock Island Rail Road in Blue Island presentation by Jim Suhs and closing reception
ALL DAY EVENTS
• Children’s Scavenger Hunt
• Western Avenue Exhibits
• Raffles–including a framed “Doors of Blue Island” poster
• A special gift with each new BIHS membership registration
*TICKETS
Tickets are required for part three of the open house only. Email BIHS for a printable ticket today, events@blueislandhistoricalsociety.com; or starting Jan 9th, a limited number of free tickets will be available at the Blue Island Public Library main desk (2433 York Street).
MORE INFO
P: 708-371-8546
E: events@blueislandhistoricalsociety.com
www.blueislandhistoricalsociety.com
