Monthly Archives: January 2011

Be Prepared: Winter Storm Approaching

AS MAJOR WINTER STORM APPROACHES, FEMA URGES RESIDENTS TO BE PREPARED Storm Could Impact 100 Million Americans; Families Should Visit Ready.gov for Tips on how to Prepare WASHINGTON – With a major winter storm approaching the Midwest today and expected to impact many states throughout the week, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is urging all residents in the areas …

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Valentine Tea

The Blue Island Historical Society invites you to bring your valentine to enjoy tea, sweets, and good company celebrating the season. Please wear red. WHEN Saturday, Feb. 5, 2011 2:00 p.m. WHERE Blue Island Historical Society/Albee House 13018 Maple Ave. Blue Island, IL 60406 COST $15 per person, suggested donation RESERVATIONS REQUIRED Make reservations at Blue Island Public Library (2433 …

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Marketing Kit RFP

The City of Blue Island, a Preserve America community, has been awarded funds to develop a multi-functional Marketing Kit.  If you wish to submit a proposal, click  to view the Request for Proposal.

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Remember Martin Luther King Jr.

The Blue Island Public Library and other sponsors are commemorating Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Sunday, January 16, 2011 with a 3:00 pm event at Advocate United Church of Christ, 2440 York St in Blue Island (across from Blue Island Library). Oba William King is the featured speaker.  King is an actor and recipient the Illinois Arts Council Fellowship …

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Eisenhower NHS Book Drive

The City of Blue Island Senior Office is an official drop site for the Eisenhower NHS Book Drive. The National Honor Society chapter from Eisenhower will collect new and used books for kids in grades K – 3.  The City of Blue Island will be accepting books from now until February 28th.  The Senior Office is located on the first …

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