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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IWU Homecoming
Now - Oct. 10, 2010
The bulk of activities will take place 10/09/10.
Visit the website for more information. ...More Info
Event Type: Family Friendly
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Illinois Wesleyan University
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USED BOOK SALE - Friends of Bloomington Public Library
Now - Oct. 10, 2010 , October 7: Preview night for Friends Members only,
The Friends of the Bloomington Library host a book sale each February, June and October to raise funds for library programs. At a typical sale, 40,000-50,000 books are sorted into more than 40 categories and made available for purchase at extremely reduced prices. All book sales are held at the Crossroads Center (438 W...More Info
Cost: Free Admission Event Type: Other
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Crossroads Center
438 Wylie Drive
Normal, IL 61761
309 557 8991
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Boy Scout Merit Badge-Culture and Arts Workshop
Now - Oct. 9, 2010 , 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Educators at the Children's Discovery Museum are now official Boy Scout Merit Badge Counselors. The Culture and Arts Workshop combines Indian Lore and Art Merit Badges. Scouts will discover how local American Indian tribes once lived. We will examine artifacts and replicas of real tools and materials, play tradition...More Info
Cost: $40 per scout Event Type: Family Friendly
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Children's Discovery Museum
101 E. Beaufort St.
Normal, IL 61761
309-433-3448
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Danvers Ware House
Now - Oct. 9, 2010 , 9pm-11pm
NEW SITE THIS YEAR!!Live! Ghost Investigtion!
Step into history and a possible haunting! Visited only by a handful of our paranormal team members.
$20 each 18 & up over. Limited availability. paypal www.spiritsofbloomington.com...More Info
Cost: $20 18 & up only Event Type: Recreation
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Danvers Warehouse
201 E. Exchange Street
Danvers, IL 61732
309 846 4306
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Downtown Bloomington Farmers' Market
Now - Oct. 9, 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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Fall Festival at Miller Park
Now - Oct. 9, 2010 , 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Celebrate all the fun things fall has to offer. Hayrack rides, games, entertainment, face painting, balloons, demonstrations, contests and refreshments. ...More Info
Cost: free Event Type: Family Friendly
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Miller Park
1020 S. Morris Ave.
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.434.2260
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ISU Homecoming: Reggie Redbird Day
Now - Oct. 9, 2010 , 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Roll out the Red at the Children's Discovery Museum! Spread the Red in the Museum paintwall, meet ISU athletes along with Reggie Redbird, have your face painted and much more at this fun family event.
Date: Saturday, October 14
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Cost: Free with paid admission of $6...More Info
Cost: Free with paid admission of $6 per person ages 2 and above. Children under 16 must be Event Type: Family Friendly
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Children's Discovery Museum
101 E. Beaufort St.
Normal, IL 61761
309-433-3448
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Mission Impossible at The Den at Fox Creek
Now - Oct. 9, 2010 , 9:00am
Play The Den as hard as it can play. Back tees, the hardest pin placements, and ultra fast greens. This is a team event and a four person scramble. ...More Info
Cost: $50 per person Event Type: Recreation
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The Den at Fox Creek golf course
3002 Fox Creek Road
Bloomington, IL 61705
309.434.2300
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The Oak Ridge Boys LIVE
Now - Oct. 9, 2010 , 7:30 pm
The Oak Ridge Boys have one of the most distinctive and recognizable sounds in the music industry.
The four-part harmonies and upbeat songs of the Oak Ridge Boys have spawned dozens of Country hits, a Number One Pop smash and earned them multiple industry and fan accolades. Every time they step before an audience,...More Info
Cost: $52.50 and $38.50 Event Type: Performing Arts
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U.S. Cellular Coliseum
101 S. Madison Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.434.2843
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The Spencers: Theater of Illusion
Now - Oct. 9, 2010 , 7:30 pm
Not content to simply levitate, transform, or seemingly evaporate people and objects, the Spencers add a new art to illusion. Described as modern day Houdinis, this husband-wife duo delivers a big, high-tech stage show that combines drama, comedy, romance and suspense with elaborate stage illusions that include dazzl...More Info
Cost: $23.40 - $35.00 Event Type: Performing Arts
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Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
600 N. East St.
Bloomington , IL 67101
(309) 434-2777
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Evergreen Cemetery Discovery Walk
Now - Oct. 10, 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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