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Chamber
Business After Hours
When: October 23, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Where: Rock Island Public House, 13328 Olde Western Ave.
Lunch & Learn with guest Jim Garret, President & CEO of the Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau
When: November 15, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Where: City Limits, 13414 Olde Western Ave.
Chamber Member Special
Village View Publications is offering Chamber Members a 10% discount for new advertisers. Call Linda at 708-425-1910 or visit
www.vvnew.com.
Reading & recreation
Blue Island Public Library
October 10
6:00 p.m. - Bilingual Storytime for Little Ones
October 11
3:00 p.m. - Jell-O Cake
3:00 p.m. - Open Maker Hours
October 14
1:00 p.m. - Knitting & Crocheting Club
4:00 p.m. - Puppet Making Craft
6:00 p.m. - Creative Nonsense
October 15
11:00 a.m. - Social Engineering Attacks
3:00 p.m. - Open Maker Hours
6:00 p.m. - Poetry Night
6:00 p.m. - Songwriters Circle Weekly Meetup
October 16
3:00 p.m. - Oculus Hour: Job Simulator
3:00 p.m. - Open Maker Hours
3:30 p.m. - Comedy Improv for Kids with Mike Brown
6:00 p.m. - Kid Crafts
7:00 p.m. - Pumpkin Carving Like A Pro
October 17
11:00 a.m. - AlimentaciĆ³n y NutriciĆ³n
3:00 p.m. - Haunted House: Oculus Edition
3:00 p.m. - Open Maker Hours
6:00 p.m. - Bilingual Storytime for Little Ones
Where:
2433 York St.
Blue Island Park District
Welcome to BOO Island!
Join Blue Island Park District for tons of Halloween fun this October!
Monster Bingo
The scariest thing about Halloween might actually be the costume price. Make every penny count by taking advantage of BOO Island Park District's Halloween-themed events, like their costume-friendly Monster Bingo. Enjoy snacks, drinks and loads of great prizes.
When: October 18, 6:00 p.m.
Halloween Flashlight Egg Hunt
Maybe it's just the autumn leaves burning, but we'd like to think that smell is good ol' fashion energy burning, courtesy of Blue Island Park District's action-packed flashlight Halloween Hunt. Join Blue Island's bravest in a search for goodies hidden all around Memorial Park after dark. Participants are encouraged to come dressed in costume. Flashlight and bag are mandatory. Event will occur regardless of weather.
When: October 25, 7:00 p.m.
Trunk or Treat
Blue Island Park District'sTrunk or Treat is the best around! Creative participants dress up their trunks in spooky and imaginative ways and pass out candy and goodies to all the little monsters in a safe, supervised environment. If you're interested in decorating your trunk and passing out candy, you can find a registration form by clicking here:
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Blue Island
Wine & Design
Corona Realty Group invites you to enjoy some fun with wine and a little creative design tonight at their Blue Island office. This is a free client appreciation event but all are welcome!
When: Thursday, October 10, 6:30 p.m.
Where: Corona Realty Group, 13012 Western Ave.
School Supply Drive & Pack Event
Blue Island Robbins Neighborhood Network Residency Advisory Council is hosting their First Ever School Supply Drive & Pack Event. Many children have supplies to start the school year, but by October the erasers are gone, the glue sticks no longer stick, the scissors don't cut and who knows what happened to the number #2 pencils! BIRNN wants to collect school supplies and replenish the supplies that are lost, used or just won't work anymore. Supplies will be collected on October 11, and volunteers are needed for the packing event on October 12.
Click here for more information.
When: Friday, October 11 and Saturday, October 12
Where: John D. Rita Recreation Center, 2805 141st Street
Open Hours at the Albee House
Blue Island Historical Society invites you to Open Hours at the Albee House. Visit and 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.
Hip-Hop Night
It's Rock The Mic Hip-Hop night at Front Row on Friday evening. Enjoy live rap and hip-hop followed by open mic performances. All artists are welcome!
When: Friday, October 11, 9:00 p.m.
Where: Front Row, 13312 Olde Western Ave.
Live: Andy Mead
Join the fun staff of Natural Law and musical guest Andy Mead, who will be playing your favorite R&B, Oldies, Classic Rock, Country, Pop, 80s, and 90s covers along with hits from today and some special original compositions. Speaking of special, have you tried the pork slider special yet? Two pulled pork sliders plus fries for $6 - it's delicious and it's a huge meal!
When: Friday, October 11, 9:30 p.m.
Where: Natural Law, 13404 Olde Western Ave.
Indie Author Day
Celebrate Indie Author Day at the Blue Island Public Library! Learn about self-publishing and promoting your books and have the chance to network with other local authors. Event is open to adults and young adults, and lunch will be provided.
When: Saturday, October 12, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Where: Blue Island Public Library, 2433 York St.
Harvest High Tea
Families and friendships thrive on communication, of telling stories both old and new. This is a time to get together and learn more about each other, to offer a piece of advice, talk about those treasures you've been keeping, or that recipe you want to pass along. Enjoy these special times over a pot of warm tea in the delightful surroundings of the Blue Island Historical Society.
When: Saturday, October 12, 2:00 p.m.
Where: Blue Island Historical Society, 13018 Maple Ave.
One Year Anniversary Party
Front Row Olde Western is celebrating their one year anniversary this Saturday night with a $20 all-you-can drink and eat party complete with live music and the US vs Tonga rugby match screened live!
When: Saturday, October 12, 6:00 p.m
Where: Front Row, 13312 Olde Western Ave.
Live: Maps & Atlases - The Life And Times - Julius Ryan
HOLY AWESOME LIVE MUSIC, BLUE ISLAND! It's true! Maps & Atlases will be playing live at the Beer Co. Saturday night, joined by this Chamber Director's favorite group, The Life And Times. Not to mention a fantastically magical performance by Julius Ryan. It's almost too good to believe! Pair this perfect musical line up with one of the newest brews from Blue Island Beer Company: South Side Social.
When: Saturday, October 12, 7:00 p.m.
Where: Blue Island Beer Company, 13357 Olde Western Ave.
Entertainment
Double Play 2.0 Turns 5
Double Play 2.0 is celebrating 5 wonderful years! Join them to toast their success with an evening of drink and food specials and live music courtesy of Johnny and Coax.
When: Saturday, October 12, 7:00 p.m.
Where: Double Play Saloon, 13011 Olde Western Ave.
Pumpkin Carving Station
It's a Bring Your Own Pumpkin (BYOP) Carving Palooza at Midway Storage! You bring your own gourd and Midway will take care of the rest with all the supplies you need to create the perfect Jack-O-Lantern, plus, they take care of the mess! Children must be supervised by an adult at all times.
When: Sunday, October 20, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Where: Midway Storage, 2341 W. 135th Ave.
Concerts at the Castle Series: Sons of the Never Wrong
The Concerts at the Castle Series is a collection of live musical performances to benefit the restoration of Givins Castle. October's featured performance is by Sons of the Never Wrong, known for their three part harmonies and "literate, witty folk music." Wine, cheese, and other refreshments provided. There is a suggested $30 donation at the door.
When: Saturday, October 26, doors at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Givins Castle, 10244 S. Longwood Dr., Chicago
Blue Cap 31st Annual Auction
One of Blue Cap's largest fundraisers of the year is their annual auction, and it just so happens to be one of the funnest events of the year too! Enjoy a delicious dinner while you have fun bidding on live and silent auction items including a Vacation Getaway valued at $2500, an elegant evening out in Chicago in a Classic Packard Limo, jewelry, sports tickets, and more! RSVP at blue-cap.org.
When: Saturday, November 8, 2019, 6:30 p.m.
Where: DoubleTree Hotel, 5000 W. 127th St., Alsip
Art, History & Literature
Historic Pullman House Tours
This weekend marks the 46th Annual Pullman House Tours.
The tours feature a glimpse into private homes in the Historic Pullman District of Chicago. A cross-section of different housing types including executive homes, skilled craftsman homes and workers cottages will be featured allowing visitors to see how these privately owned homes have been renovated and restored by the owners.
Blue Island Bonus: The tours being at the Pullman National Monument facility, which currently houses the Calumet Voices Exhibition, and host of awesome Blue Island historic artifacts!
When: Saturday, October 12 and Sunday, October 13, 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Where: 11141 S. Cottage Grove Ave., Chicago
Lincoln-Davis Civil War Roundtable
October's Roundtable features Steve Davis presenting "A Long and Bloody Task: The Atlanta Campaign."
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, October 19, 7:00 p.m.
Where: Country House Restaurant, 5400 W. 127th St., Alsip
City Hall History & Tour
Learn about the history of City Hall with a presentation from Blue Island historian Ken Jellema, followed by a tour of the buildings that make up the complex today. The presentation will be held in City Hall's East Annex (2434 Vermont St), with the tour beginning shortly after. A suggested donation of $10 will be collected at the door, with all proceeds to benefit the Blue Island Historical Society.
When: Thursday, October 24, 7:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall East Annex, 2434 Vermont St.
Community
Fall Tree Planting
Fall in love with Blue Island's efforts to restore the city's tree canopy with a fall tree planting near Hart Park. The effort begins at 9:00 a.m., and around 20 trees will be planted around the 4th and 5th wards. You can sign up to help plant
by clicking here. Or, if you'd like to donate to the Tree Planting Campaign, visit
www.gofundme.com/BItrees.
When: Thursday, October 24, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Hart Park, 124th & Western
Legislative Training
Progress Cente
r for Independent Living invites you to attend a 10 week training series on advocacy for disability issues. Learn about the legislative process, how a bill becomes a law, how to communicate with elected officials, and how to become a self-advocate.
When: Tuesdays, October 8 - December 10, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Where: Progress Center for Independent Living, 12940 S. Western Ave., 3rd Floor
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.
Medicare Consultations
Progress Center for Independent Living is pleased to offer complimentary Medicare Consultations by appointment at their offices in Blue Island and Forest Park.
Click here to learn more.
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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