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Events in and around Blue Island
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Workforce development partnerships with our schools and businesses are critical to creating and sustaining long-term economic viability within our community.
This week, we salute Dwight D. Eisenhower High School and District 218 for continuing to provide students with Career and Technical Education curriculum that keeps homegrown talent local and supports our business community with well-trained and prepared job candidates.
It's something they've been doing for several decades. In fact, our own Dan Colyer participated in what was then the Diversified Occupations program, where he learned sign painting as a trade... and you likely know the rest of this story.
More than 50 years later, Colyer Signs continues to proudly serve Blue Island and our surrounding communities, their longevity due in part to the program that gave Dan his career start. From 1998 to 2000, Dan's youngest daughter Robbie participated in the DO program at Eisenhower, where she began her formal sign painting training, spending her mornings in class and her afternoons at Colyer Sign Company.
Thank you Dan, Robbie, and the Colyer Sign Company team, along with DDE faculty and staff for providing another excellent example of how career success is crafted in Blue Island.
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Chamber
Thank you for your Best of Blue Island Award nominations for 2019! The voting process will begin soon - stay tuned right here for all the details.
Progress In the Preserves
You are invited to come learn about and celebrate the impact Centennial Volunteers stewardship has on our forest preserves.
After measuring the biodiversity of nine river edge preserves, the significant changes brought about by volunteers are clear and the results are scientific, encouraging and amazing!
Light refreshments will be served. Hosted by Friends of the Chicago River.
When: Thursday, February 7, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Where: Blue Island Historical Society, 13018 Maple Ave.
Reading & recreation
Blue Island Public Library
January 24
3:00 p.m. - Open Maker Hours
7:00 p.m. - Seed Starting Workshop
January 25
3:00 p.m. - Open Maker Hours
6:00 p.m. - Creative Nonsene
January 29
11:30 a.m. - Computer Basics 3:00 p.m. - Open Maker Hours
5:00 p.m. - Youth Open Maker Hours
5:00 p.m. - Microsoft Word Clinic
7:00 p.m. - Protect Yourself Against Scams
January 30
10:00 a.m. -
Círculo de Conversación en Inglés/English Conversation Group
12:00 p.m. -
Clases de Crochet con Mirna
3:00 p.m. - Open Maker Hours
6:00 p.m. - Lola & The Giant VR Experience
Where:
2433 York St.
Blue Island Park District
John D. Rita Recreation Center
Winter Season - February 6
The Winter Season for Blue Island Park District Youth Basketball begins on February 6! Learn more at blueislandparks.org and register your child by visiting the office at Memorial Park Fieldhouse.
Where: Memorial Park, 12804 Highland Ave.
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Blue Island
On The Stage
Tonight is opening night for the cast and crew of Eisenhower High School's stage production of "To Gillian On Her 37th Birthday."
When: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, January 24-26, 7:00 p.m.
Where: DDE Performing Arts Center, 12700 Sacramento Ave.
Open Hours at the Albee House
On Friday afternoons, Blue Island Historical Society opens the doors to the Albee House and invites you to take a trip back in time. To help you stay on time and in the know all year long, BIHS produced a special calendar for 2019 with important events and meetings already filled in, and 12 months of beautiful historic photos and facts. Buy yours before they're gone by clicking here.
When: Fridays, 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Where: Blue Island Historical Society, 13018 Maple Ave.
Open Kitchen
There are some things in life that you can take a pass on, delightfully daydreaming about the unknown; the "what might have been." This month's Open Kitchen at Rock Island Public House is not one of those things. It's your last weekend to enjoy a heaping helping of Classic American Diner offerings prepared and served up (with love) by the Dohertys. Click here to view the menu.
When: Friday & Saturday, January 25-26, 4:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Where: Rock Island Public House, 13328 Olde Western Ave.
January Birthday Bash
Calling all January birthday gals and fellas - Double Play is hosting a birthday party especially for you and Double Play Saloon owner Tom Cheatle. Live music begins at 7:00 p.m.; shenanigans to follow.
When: Friday, January 25, 7:00 p.m. to close.
Where: Double Play Saloon, 13011 Western Ave.
Live: Tall Doug + Hi Ho + Johnny Hamlin
This Friday night, Blue Island Beer Company hosts the inaugural show for the Drunk In The Suburbs Tour, featuring Tall Doug of The Ridgelands, Hi Ho (Gillian McGhee of Turnspit), & Johnny Hamlin of Lights Over Bridgeport. Don't miss this action-packed night blown up to acoustic punk rock proportions, with your favorite BIBCo beer as your +1.
When: Friday, January 25, 7:00 p.m.
Where:
Blue Island Beer Company, 13357 Olde Western Ave.
Karaoke Fridays
This Friday night in Blue Island, unleash your inner rock star with B*A*Star Karaoke at Cuzin's! The fun begins at 8:00 p.m.,but arrive early and enjoy delicious food and drink specials.
When: Fridays, 8:00 p.m.
Where: Cuzin's, 2825 W. 127th St.
Yoga + Craft Beer
New year, new you, yoga's back with craft beer too! Yoga & Craft Beer return to Rock Island Public House, led by Blue Island's own Alex Lehman. $20 fee includes one hour of yoga, one craft beer, and the satisfaction of knowing the calories you just burned mean you can come back to the RIPH on Sunday for Brunch Invasion!
When: Saturday, January 26, 2:00 p.m.
Where: Rock Island Public House, 13328 Olde Western Ave.
White Album Outtakes
Professor Moptop discusses what was left off the Beatles Double White Album from 1968, followed by a performance of music from that era by Phil Angotti!
When: Saturday, January 26, 7:00 p.m.
Where: Blue Island Beer Company, 13357 Olde Western Ave.
Brunch Invasion
Oh boy this month's Brunch Invasion at the RIPH is legit Sylvester Stallone-style OVER THE TOP! Monte Cristo Pop Tart - Miss Saigon BLT - Tomato Bacon Jam Quiche - TV Dinner Style Chicken Fried Steak?! And that's just one half of the menu. Dohertys, you had us at "brunch." Browns and RIPH bartenders: You had us at "hello."
When: Sunday, January 27, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Where: Rock Island Public House, 13328 Olde Western Ave.
Do you have what it takes to be the best? Join Double Play Saloon for their annual Hockey Skills Challenge and put your slap shots and saucer passes to the test.
When: Sunday January 27, 2:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Where: Double Play Saloon, 13011 Western Ave.
Trivia Night
Are you smart? Do you like to get things as prizes? Or is your prize showing off just how smart you are to a room full of mostly friends and a few strangers? If you answered yes to any of the above, we'll see you Sunday night at Rock Island Public House for trivia with The Quiztory Department.
When: Sunday, January 27, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Where: Rock Island Public House, 13328 Olde Western Ave.
Craver Community Night: Blue Island Public Library
When: Tuesday, January 29, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Where: White Castle,12709 S. Western Ave.
Little League Registration
Just one Saturday left to register for Blue Island Little League Baseball. New players must bring birth certificate to sign up. The league is for children ages 4-12. For more information contact Jaime at 708-489-9572 or Rosie at 708-396-0708.
When: Saturday, February 2, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Where: Memorial Park, 12804 S. Highland Ave.
Love Is In The Air Late Night Shopping
Join Three Sisters Antique Mall for a night of champagne, chocolate, red, pink, and tons of fun! Enjoy discounts on items that are red or pink, and get expert assistance from the Three Sisters team on picking out the perfect gift for your sweetie.
When: Tuesday, February 12, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Where: Three Sisters Antique Mall, 13042 Western Ave.
Valentine's Weekend at Maple Tree Inn Bistro
Make your reservations now for Valentine's Weekend at Maple Tree Inn Bistro. Specialty Chef Selections all weekend long plus full bistro menu. Reservations strongly encouraged at
http://mapletreeinnrestaurant.com/.
When: February 14 & 15, doors open at 5:00 p.m.; February 16 & 17, doors at 3:00 p.m.
Where: Maple Tree Inn Bistro, 13000 S. Western Ave.
Beer & Chocolate Pairing
Chocolatier Jared Brown returns to Rock Island Public House for a special evening of chocolate and craft beer pairing. At $20 per person, this event is the perfect way to celebrate your love or lack there of!
When: Thursday, February 14, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Where: Rock Island Public House, 13328 Olde Western Ave.
A Fairytale Tea Party
Join Rapunzel and her friends for an enchanting afternoon filled with tea, treats, shopping, crafts, story time, singing, dancing, and more! This event is geared for children 12 and under.
When: Saturday, February 23, 1:00 p.m.
Where: Veterans Memorial Middle School, 12320 Greenwood Ave.
Tickets: $10 for adults, $5 for children. Email rzylman@district130.org or ncyson@district130.org for tickets.
Art, History & Literature
Lincoln-Davis Civil War Roundtable
February's speaker is
Lee White on "Bushwacking on a Grand Scale: Chickamauga."
Optional dinner buffet at 6:00 p.m., with program beginning at 7:00 p.m. Following the program, enjoy coffee, dessert, gifts, and raffles. All are invited!
When: Tuesday, February 19, 7:00 p.m.
Where: Country House Restaurant, 5400 W. 127th St., Alsip
Sleeping Beauty
Will the Princess Sleep for 100 years? Or can her true love save her with a Kiss? This Chicago Kids Company features colorful scenery and costumes, sing-along songs, and plenty of audience participation. Geared for children ages 2-10.
When: January 16 - February 22, 10:30 a.m. weekdays and 1:00 p.m. weekends
Where: Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111th St., Chicago
Tickets: For tickets call (773) 205-9600 or visit www.ChicagoKidsCompany.com.
Call For Artists
Kelly's Irish Saloon is seeking artists for their Spring Artisans Fair taking place April 28 from noon to 7:00 p.m. Interested artists should email portfolio examples/links to cara.ann.brumley@gmail.com. Spots are $15 and the deadline to apply is February 24, 2019.
When: February 24, 2019, artist application deadline. Saturday, April 28, 12:00 - 7:00 p.m., Spring Artisans Fair
Where: Kelly's Irish Saloon, 13312 Olde Western Ave.
Community
Craft Fair
Veteran's Memorial Middle School is hosting a Craft Fair on February 2 from 9:00 a.m - 3:00 p.m. This annual school fundraiser features an incredible line up of local vendors for all your favorite things. There may be a few vendor spots still available - contact Raeann Cantelo-Zylman on Facebook Messenger for more details.
When: Saturday, February 2, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Where: Veterans Memorial Middle School, 12320 Greenwood Ave.
Black Culture Nite
Join Neighborhood Watch Group #37 for Black Culture Nite 2019, taking place this year at the Calumet Township Community Center. There will be a meet and greet from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. followed by live entertainment.
Click here to view the event flyer for more details!
When: Friday, February 15, 6:00 p.m.
Where: Calumet Township Community Center, 12633 Ashland Ave., Calumet Park
Blue Cap News
Job Opening
Food Pantry
Blue Cap offers a Food Pantry serving Blue Island and Robbins residents who provide a valid ID or piece of mail proving residency. The Food Pantry is open on Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
When: Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Where: Blue Cap on Market Street at rear of building
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