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Chamber
Fireworks Festival
Join us as we celebrate our community and our country at the Blue Island Fireworks Festival! Bring your friends and family and enjoy music, food, and shopping before watching a dazzling fireworks display over the waterfall and Cal-Sag at dusk. Free parking and free admission!
When: Friday, June 28, 5:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Where: Waterfall Park, Fulton & Chatham Streets
All Blue
Community Health Fair
Get a head start on the school year at Access Blue Island Family Health Center Summer Community Health Fair! Complete school physicals for the upcoming school year and spend quality time with your family while you enjoy food, entertainment and school supply giveaways. This is a free event.
When: Saturday, June 15, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Where: Access Community Health, 13000 Maple Ave.
Plant Sale Fundraiser
PCIL Annual Meeting
Join Progress Center for Independent Living at their 31st Annual Meeting, and hear the latest news on advocacy, housing, volunteer opportunities, as well as renew your membership and cast your vote to elect new members on PCIL's board of directors.
When: Saturday, June 22, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. (program begins at 1:00 p.m.)
Where: Calumet Township Community Center, 12633 S. Ashland Ave., Calumet Park
RSVP: Call
Clark Craig at 708-209-1500. *For the comfort of attendees, please do not wear any scented products.*
Reading & recreation
Blue Island Public Library
June 17
3:00 p.m. - Oculus Rift Teen Hour
June 18
6:00 p.m. - Songwriters Circle Weekly Meetup
6:30 p.m. - Home Buyer Seminar
June 20
3:00 p.m. - 3D Printing For Adults
Where:
2433 York St.
Cardinal Football Camp
Learn skills, drills, and fundamentals from the Cardinal Football Coaches and Players! All levels of experience are welcome! Participants will be tested in NFL combine drills such as the 40-yard dash, shuttle run, and more!
Freshman Football
Dates: June 24-27, 2:00-5:00 p.m., July 1-3, 9:00-11:00 a.m.
Grade: Incoming Freshmen
Abilities: All skill levels
Fee: Free
Youth Football
Dates: June 25-26 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. June 27 2:00-5:00 p.m.
Grade: K-8th grade
Abilities: All skill levels
Fee: Free
Blue Island Park District
Pool Passes
Get your Summer 2019 Pool Pass for Memorial Park Pool and stay cool all summer long.
When: Passes on sale now!
Where: Memorial Park, 12804 Highland Ave.
Weekend Fun
June 15:
(ending in Blue Island with a festival at 2:00 p.m.), Yard Sale On The Hill
June 28: Fireworks Festival at the Waterfall Park (fest begins at 5:00 p.m. with fireworks at dusk)
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Blue Island
Open Hours at the Albee House
Blue Island Historical Society invites you to Open Hours at the Albee House. Visit and learn learn more about area history, view historic artifacts and photos, and don't forget your merch money - proceeds from your purchase support Blue Island Historical Society's ongoing education and preservation initiatives.
When: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Where: Blue Island Historical Society, 13018 Maple Ave.
American Legion Flag Day Ceremony
Happy Flag Day! Display Old Glory with pride today and every day. If you have old, worn, dirty or tattered flags, please bring them to their annual flag retirement ceremony.
When: Friday, June 14, 11:00 a.m.
Where: Memorial Park, 12804 S. Highland Ave.
Friday Grill at D'Masti
Prepare your taste buds - D'Masti's famous Friday Grill returns tomorrow, serving up your summer favorites, hot and fresh from the grill.
When: Fridays beginning June 7, 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Where: D'Masti To Go Sandwich & Gourmet Food Shop, 11915 Western Ave.
Open Kitchen
The kitchen will be hopping this Friday night at Rock Island Public House with heaping helpings of the Dohertys' delicious "Tenders for Benders" Open Kitchen menu.
When: Friday, June 14, 4:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Where: Rock Island Public House, 13328 Olde Western Ave.
Live: Brian Carmona Band
Brian Carmona is a Brooklyn-born guitarist/songwriter who delivers his own brand of blues rock with Latin, R&B and funk influences. Not to be outdone, Natural Law serves their own delicious combination of culinary influences, so be sure to bring your appetite.
When: Friday, June 14, 8:00 p.m.
Where: Natural Law Cocktail Club & Eatery, 13404 Olde Western Ave.
Karaoke Fridays
This Friday night in Blue Island, unleash your inner rock star with B*A*Star Karaoke at Cuzin's and remember to bring your appetite.
When: Friday, June 14, 9:00 p.m.
Where: Cuzin's, 2825 W. 127th St.
Pancake Breakfast & Bake Sale
Support community efforts to build a Blue Island Fire Museum and Education Center (and a permanent home for Old Bess!) and get all-you-can-eat pancakes and more for just $6. Children ages 4 and under are free.
When: Saturday, June 8, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Where: Fire Station 1, 2450 Vermont St.
Yard Sale On The Hill
It's baaaaack! This Saturday, shop from more than 30 garage sales in Blue Island's charming and historic "Silk Stocking" district. Participating homes feature signs and balloons. Blue Island Insider Bonus: Be sure to pick up a map of the sale at your first stop on Saturday and enjoy easy-breezy navigation the rest of the day.
When: Saturday, June 15, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Where: Blue Island between 127th & Vermont and Western Ave & Highland
Drivin' The Dixie
For the first time ever, the route for Drivin' the Dixie has been reversed! This year's drive will begin in Momence and end in Blue Island, featuring a vintage base ball game between the Blue Island Brewmasters and the Deep River Grinders, food, drinks, and a raffle drawing for participants of Drivin' the Dixie. The festivities in Blue Island begin at 2 p.m. at the intersection of James & Ann streets near First Lutheran Church and Council Oak Montessori School.
When: Saturday, June 15, registration begins in Momence at 8:00 a.m.
Where: Momence Farm Museum, 122 N. Dixie Highway, MomenceRegister: Register in advance and save at drivinthedixie.com.
Vintage Base Ball
Brewmasters Vintage Base Ball Huzzah! Cheer on Blue Island's own vintage base ball team, the Brewmasters, at their first home match of the summer. This family-friendly entertainment will be on display for Drivin' The Dixie participants, who will be driving South to North for the first time in the event's 18 year history. Tip for the "cranks," as fans were known back in 1858: pack your blankets and lawn chairs for the best experience.
When: Saturday June 15, 2:00 p.m.
Where: Gas Works Grounds, James & Ann Street
"Dixie" Open Kitchen & Ping Pong
"If You Be My Dixie Chicken, I'll Be Your Tennessee Lamb!!" Kick off those driving shoes, and don your finest eatin' and drinkin' pants to enjoy a host of specials in honor of the 18th Annual Drivin' The Dixie. Plus, there's a ping pong tourney happening on the RIPH's amazing patio. Winner-winner-Chicken Tender Dinner!
When: Saturday, June 15, 4:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Where: Rock Island Public House, 13312 Olde Western Ave.
"Dixie" Late Night Shopping
Dixie Drivers and fest guests are invited to stop by Three Sisters Antique Mall for a special late night shopping night complete with refreshments, fun, and deals, deals, deals.
When: Saturday, June 15, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Where: Three Sisters Antique Mall, 13042 Western Ave.
Father's Day Brunch Invasion
Celebrate Dad by giving him all of his favorite things - good food, tasty cocktails and craft beer, and QT with his favorite child. Rock Island Public House invites you to a special Father's Day Brunch curated by Butter *Upon* Bacon - click here for the menu. Reservations are being accepted, and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Christmas Without Cancer.
When: Sunday, June 16, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Where: Rock Island Public House, 13312 Olde Western Ave.
Sunday Punch & Seafood Boils
Back for another Sunday Most Fun Day are Sunday Punch & Seafood Boils at Maple Tree Inn Bistro. We can smell what Chef Er-rock is cooking... shrimp, andouille sausage, snow crab, frog legs, and mussels, with corn and potatoes tossed in garlic butter... you choose a size and heat level or build your own custom boil. Pair it with Emily's rotating line up of delicious summer punches, just $6.
When: Sundays, doors open at 3:00 p.m.
Where: Maple Tree Inn Bistro, 13000 S. Western Ave.
Live: David's Bazaar
Celebrate Father's Day at Cuzin's with $12 domestic buckets plus songs about dads and other cool dudes provided by David's Bazaar.
When: Sunday, June 16, 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Where: Cuzin's, 2825 127th St.
Live: Sean & John
Stop by O'Connell's Pub Time on Sunday evening and head out to their beautiful beer garden for live music with acoustic duo Sean & John.
When: Sunday, June 16, 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Where: O'Connell's Pub Time, 12924 Western Ave.
Farmer's Market
Blue Island's Monday Farmer's Market is back! Enjoy shopping and eating with Zeldenrust Farms, Pollo Locuas, Tupperware, Blue Island Park District, District 130, and more.
When: Mondays, 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Where: York & Western
Cruise The Island
The weather's getting warmer and the days are longer, and that means it's time to wax your ride, load it up with friends and family, and head over to Korbakes for Cruise Night every Monday beginning May 6.
When: Mondays, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Where: Korbakes Wine & Liquors, 12747 Western Ave.
Enrollment Coffee at COMS
Council Oak Montessori School invites families to attend one of their summer Enrollment Coffee sessions. The events give parents and students the opportunity to learn more about the school and staff, as well as meet currently enrolled students and their parents. You must have an appointment to attend - c
all 708-926-9720.
When: Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m.
Where: Council Oak Montessori School, 2521 Grove St.
Personal Assistant Orientation
Progress Center for Independent Living is hosting Personal Assistant Orientation - for more information, cal
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Rhychell Barneso PA Advocate, at 708-689-1381. This phone number will connect to an interpreter who will assist you in communicating with Rhychell who is deaf/hard of hearing.
When: Wednesday, June 19, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Where: Blue Island Public Library, 2433 York St.
Entertainment
Comedy Night
It's an Open Mic Comedy Night at Front Row hosted by pros at Team Us Comedy. There are 20 spots available at 5 minutes each - show begins at 8:45 p.m. sharp!
When: Saturday, June 22, 8:45 p.m.
Where: Front Row, 13312 Olde Western Ave.
Art, History & Literature
Lincoln-Davis Civil War Roundtable
June's speaker is
Lance Herdegen on "Union Soldiers in the Civil War."
Optional dinner buffet ($10) at 6:00 p.m., with program ($5) beginning at 7:00 p.m. Following the program, enjoy coffee, dessert, gifts, and raffles. All are invited!
When: Tuesday, June 18, 7:00 p.m.
Where: Country House Restaurant, 5400 W. 127th St., Alsip
Live Music Mondays
When: Mondays, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. June 3 - August 12, 2019.
Where: Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111
th
St., Chicago
Community
Blessing of the Waters
Blessing of the Waters This year marks the 13th annual Blessing of the Waters, an interfaith day of prayer to heal and renew the environment. Music and drumming along with blessings, prayers, and exciting announcements related to the waterfall park and Cal-Sag waterway.
When: Sunday, June 23, 3:00 p.m.
Where: SEPA Station #3, MWRD Waterfall park at Fulton & Chatham Streets
Blue Cap Food Pantry Information
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
Food Pantry Collection Boxes
Collection boxes for Blue Cap's Food Pantry can be found at the Blue Island Library, 2433 York St., First Midwest Bank, 12015 S. Western Ave., Council Oak Montessori School, 2521 Grove St., John D. Rita Rec Center, 2805 141st St., and Access Family Health, 13000 Maple Ave., Blue Island, IL 60406.
They accept non-perishable food, toothpaste, deodorant, soap, shampoo/conditioner, shaving cream, disposable razors, toilet paper, tissue, laundry detergent, dish soap, multi-purpose cleaners, disinfectant wipes, and baby diapers and wipes.
Guildhaus Fundraiser
For more than 30 years, Guildhaus in Blue Island has helped those recovering from drug and alcohol addiction -- and now they need our help to keep fighting the good fight. Learn more and donate online at
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