Events

Game Night

Thursday, April 7th Stop by the Blue Island Public Library and bring in the board game of your choice or try out one of the many selections available at the Library! Snacks will be provided so invite your friends for an evening of fun.  

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7th Annual Arts Extravaganza

Saturday, April 9th This wonderful event showcases the very talented students of our High School District 218. This year, it’s being held right in our own back yard at Eisenhower High School! Grab a friend and plan to attend. The evening’s events include live dance, theatrical and musical performances; a showing of electronic visual media; displays of fine and industrial …

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Paint and Sip

Friday, April 1st Sip a glass of wine. Paint a pretty picture. Come to the Blue Island Public Library at 6:30 pm this Friday for this fun event. $35 includes wine, snacks and materials. Space is limited to 25, so sign up soon! 10% off for current members of the Friends of the Library. Proceeds go to fund Library projects. …

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Bowling for Honor

Saturday, April 2nd Operation Honor is hosting a Cosmic Bowl event (Eagles Hall Bowling Alley, 2427 Grove St) on Saturday, April 2nd from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm to raise funds for the Operation: Honor-Blue Island event to be held August 27th at Memorial Park. Additionally, they raise money for care packages for personnel serving overseas and training of service …

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City of Blue Island opens newly renovated Recreation and Community Center

UPDATE: To register for programs at the John D. Rita Recreation Center, visit: https://www.blueisland.org/john-d-rita-recreation-center/ Thank you to everyone who attended the re-opening of the Recreation Center and dedication to former Mayor John D. Rita and Alderman Carlee Jackson. Mayor Vargas joined area state representatives, family of two former community leaders and local residents to reopen the Recreation and Community Center after …

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