Lincoln in Illinois
Now - Nov. 1, 2010
Photographic exhibit featuring pictures by Ron Schramm, Chicago photographer, of Lincoln sculptures in Illinois. Exhibit is located at the Museum in the first floor hallway....More Info
Event Type: Family Friendly
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McLean County Museum of History
200 North Main Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.827.0428
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Turbulent Time: Perspectives of the Vietnam War
Now - Aug. 6, 2011
A Turbulent Time: Perspectives of the Vietnam War explores the complex ways McLean County residents perceived and responded to this crucial 20th century event. How and why did the U. S. Government get involved in Vietnam? How did local citizens and those serving in Vietnam initially feel about the war? How did fee...More Info
Event Type: Family Friendly
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McLean County Museum of History
200 North Main Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.827.0428
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Come and Get It! The Way We Ate 1830-2008
Now - Jan. 29, 2012
Explore the eating habits, cooking equipment, methods and diverse food traditions of McLean residents since the early 1800s. Discover how dramatically our habits have changed over time. Investigate four kitchens, each representing a different era and illuminating how the kitchen has changed in the last 180 years. Us...More Info
Event Type: Family Friendly
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McLean County Museum of History
200 North Main Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.827.0428
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Network Christian Preview Worship
Now - Dec. 12, 2010 , 6:30-7:30 p.m.
We will be holding four monthly preview worship services on the second Sunday of the month from Sept. to Dec., 2010 in preparation of launching weekly services in January 2011....More Info
Cost: free Event Type: Family Friendly
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Benjamin Elementary School
6006 Ireland Grove
Bloomington, IL 61705
309.807.0046
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Not Now, Darling
Now - Nov. 7, 2010 , Thursday, Friday, Saturday evening, Sunday Brunch
Not Now, Darling
by Ray Cooney and John Chapman
The fur really flies in the outrageous farce!
The scene is the exclusive fur salon of Bodley and Crouch, where Crouch struggles to keep things going despite the energetic philandering of his partner. At the moment, Bodley is trying to secure the affections of his l...More Info
Cost: $31-$35 Event Type: Performing Arts
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Conklin's Barn II Dinner Theatre
Timberline Road
Goodfield, IL 61742
309-965-2545
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Rader Family Farms
Now - Oct. 31, 2010
Enjoy pumpkins, gourds, straw, fall decor, a corn Mmze, children's activities, U-
Pick Fields, farm animals, field trips, birthday parties and more at Rader Family Farms!
Rader Family Farms is open for the season from September 18 - October 31.
For location information please visit the website!...More Info
Cost: 2 & under FREE, $5/person weekdays, $7/person weekends Event Type: Family Friendly
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Rader Family Farms
1238 Ropp Road
Normal, IL 61761
309-452-3889
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Scouting Centennial Camporee
Now - Oct. 3, 2010
Weekend packed full of activities, entertainment, presentations, displays and shows celebrating the 100 years of Scouting in America. For scouts, scout families, scout alumni and the general public.
Visit the website or call 815.431.1999 for more information.
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Event Type: Family Friendly
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Comlara Park
13001 Recreation Area Dr.
Hudson, IL 61748
(815) 431-1999
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Annual Buddy Walk
Now - Oct. 2, 2010 , Registration @ 8:30am; Walk @ 10:00am
On Saturday, October 2, 2010, the Central Illinois Down Syndrome Organization (CIDSO) will host its annual BUDDY WALK event.
The BUDDY WALK is a non-competitive, one-mile walk from the Prairieland campus through the surrounding neighborhood and Caden Park.
BUDDY WALK particpants are urged to form a team - frien...More Info
Event Type: Family Friendly
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Prairieland Elementary School
1300 E. Raab Road
Normal, IL 61761
309.452.3264
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Autumnal Festival
Now - Oct. 2, 2010 , 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Come to our Autumnal Festival on Saturday, October 2, 2010 from 9am to 4pm!
The festival offers many opportunities for students, faculty, the community and the Center. It allows ISU horticulture and agriculture students to engage in alternative agriculture, and also provides opportunities to build relationships throug...More Info
Cost: FREE Event Type: Family Friendly
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ISU Horticultural Center
Off Raab Road
Normal, IL
309.438.3496
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Coin Show
Now - Oct. 2, 2010 , 9:00am-2:00pm
Multiple dealers buying and selling U.S. and foreign coins, paper money, gold and silver....More Info
Cost: Free Event Type: Family Friendly
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Mclean County Farm Bureau
402 Hershey Rd
Bloomington, IL 61702
309-532-3205
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Downtown Bloomington Farmers' Market
Now - Oct. 2, 2010 , 7:30am - Noon
The Downtown Bloomington Farmers' Market is now in its 13th season!
Located on the square surrounding the McLean County Museum of History, the market connects local residents with local foods, baked goods and art every Saturday morning, rain or shine.
Come down for the best produce, meats, cheeses, dog treats ...More Info
Cost: FREE Event Type: Family Friendly
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Downtown Bloomington
106 W. Monroe
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.829.9599
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Family Nature Exploration Day at the Sugar Grove Nature Center
Now - Oct. 2, 2010
Bring the family out for a day of fun at Sugar Grove Nature Center in Funks Grove!
Enjoy a guided hike at 11:00 a.m. and dont miss animal feeding time at 1:00 p.m. Spend time exploring the trails and playing in Imagination Grove. Stop inside the Nature Center to create a nature-inspired craft at any time throughou...More Info
Cost: FREE Event Type: Family Friendly
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Sugar Grove Nature Center
4532 N 725 East Road
McLean, IL 61754
309.874.2174
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Mid-City Hotel LIVE! Ghost Investigation and Workshop
Now - Oct. 2, 2010 , 8pm-11pm
Haunted Mid-City Hotel LIVE! Ghost Hunt and paranormal workshop.
Pre-Photography & Findings workshop included! $20 each 12-and up.
Please bring digital camera, laptop and universal memory card or stick for ultimate experience--not required--team will have available too!
Please note: 12-17, each paying 12-17...More Info
Cost: $20 Event Type: Recreation
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Mid-City Hotel
312 N. Main Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
309 846 4306
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Order of the Arrow Lodge Reunion
Now - Oct. 2, 2010 , 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
A reunion of Order of the Arrow alumni will be held in conjunction with the W. D. Boyce Councils Centennial Camporee on Oct. 2 at Comlara Park in Hudson, IL. Alumni of Wenasa Quenhotan Lodge #23 and its predecessors will have a chance to update their personal information, reconnect and become active in the Boy Scouts ...More Info
Cost: $10/person, $25/family Event Type: Other
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Comlara Park
13001 Recreation Area Dr.
Hudson, IL 61748
309-256-8895
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Village Wide Garage Sales
Now - Oct. 2, 2010 , 8:00am to 5:00pm
Twice a year the Village of Heyworth has "Village Wide Garage Sales". A map is provided with a listing of the garage sales throught the village that have signed up at village hall. The fall sale is 10/02/2010 from 8:00am to 5:00pm and the spring date will be 05/14/2010 from 8:00am to 5:00pm...More Info
Cost: n/a Event Type: Family Friendly
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Throughout the Village (maps available)
108 S Buchanan St
Heyworth, IL 61745
309.473.2811
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W.D.Boyce Council Centennial Camporee
Now - Oct. 2, 2010 , 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
The Centennial Camporee is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America! Youth of all ages and adults will enjoy boating, canoeing, climbing, archery, BB guns, tomahawk throwing, fishing, geocaching, static aircraft exhibits, a gigantic tug-of-war and Guitar Hero tournament, pl...More Info
Cost: $10/person, $25/family Event Type: Recreation
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Comlara Park
13001 Recreation Area Drive
Hudson, IL 61748
309 256-8895
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Evergreen Cemetery Discovery Walk
Now - Oct. 3, 2010 , Saturday and Sunday 11:00 a.m. and 2:p.m.
Evergreen Cemetery Discovery Walk 2010, Saturday and Sunday October 02 and 03, October 09 and 10.
Join the Museum of History, the Evergreen Cemetery and the Illinois Voices Theatre for this fascinating look into McLean County's past characters played by professional actors admist the trees and shadows of the beauti...More Info
Cost: $14 general $12 museum members $4 kids and students w/ ID Event Type: Family Friendly
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Evergreen Memorial Cemetery
302 E. Miller Street (3 blocks east of Gene's Ice-Cream)
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.827.0428
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State Farm Illinois Collegiate Softball Championship
Now - Oct. 3, 2010
The Sports Commission is once again partnering with the Illinois State Athletics and Normal Parks and Recreation to coordinate the State Farm Illinois Collegiate Softball Championship on October 2-3, 2010.
This event, owned by the Sports Commission, will take place at Champion Fields and will include 12 college so...More Info
Cost: Adult single-day admission is $12, youth and senior single-day admission is $8 Event Type: Sports
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Champion Fields
Gregory & Parkside
Normal, IL 61761
309.665.0033
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