A Fourth of July tradition returns to Blue Island, bringing families, friends, and neighbors together to celebrate our nation’s independence. The parade will run south from Prairie Street to Grove Street, through the heart of our historic Uptown business district beginning at noon – but the fun doesn’t stop there! The festivities continue later at our Waterfall Park, with a …
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With extreme heat in our area this week, we would like to encourage you to utilize cooling centers within the community. Below are some temporary cooling locations, and the hours they’ll be open during the extreme heat predicted for Tuesday, August 22 thru Thursday, August 24: 1. THE MEADOWS GOLF CLUB, 2802 123RD STREET | Open 10 a.m. – 8 …
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Celebrate Blue Island’s rich labor history – including our city’s role in the historic Pullman Strike of 1894 – at our Labor Day Weekend Fireworks display! The fun starts at 4 p.m. with food, drinks, music, and more at the intersection of Fulton Street and Irving Avenue, with a fireworks finale you won’t want to miss. When: Saturday, September 2 …
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On Sunday, August 13, from 9 a.m. thru 2 p.m., the following parking restrictions will be in effect for the procession following mass at St. Donatus Church: • St. Donatus Church at the intersection of Union and Winchester. • Winchester north to Oak. • Oak east to Lincoln. • Lincoln south to York. • York west to Division. • Division …
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Declutter and make some extra cash, or shop bargains in every part of town during the City of Blue Island’s City-Wide Community Garage Sale! When: August 4, 5, & 6 – 8 a.m. thru 3 p.m. Where: All around Blue Island! Please visit the City Clerk’s office to register to sell: 13051 Greenwood Ave.
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