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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Images from Around the World
Now - Nov. 16, 2010 , 9 am
Honors Program Photo Exhibit is a display titled "Images from Around the World: A Photographic Collection of Honors Students' International Experiences"
Open to the public....More Info
Cost: Free Event Type: Other
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Milner Library -- Main Floor
201 N. School St.
Normal, IL 61761
309.438.3481
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NOWHERE by Schuyler Maehl
Now - Dec. 2, 2010
University Galleries of Illinois State University is pleased to announce the opening of two solo exhibitions: an installation by Schuyler Maehl in Galleries 2.5 and 3, and the premier showing of Rudy Pozzattis recent lithographs in Gallery 2, from October 26th through December 2, 2010.
Permeating the...More Info
Event Type: Family Friendly
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University Galleries of Illinois State University Center for the Visual Arts
Center for the Visual Arts, Room 110
Normal, IL 61761
309.438.5487
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The Twelve Labors of Hercules by Rudy Pozzatti
Now - Dec. 2, 2010
University Galleries of Illinois State University is pleased to announce the opening of two solo exhibitions: an installation by Schuyler Maehl in Galleries 2.5 and 3, and the premier showing of Rudy Pozzattis recent lithographs in Gallery 2, from October 26th through December 2, 2010.
On view in Gal...More Info
Event Type: Family Friendly
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University Galleries of Illinois State University
Center for the Visual Arts, Room 110
Normal, IL 61761
3094542801
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Dracula
Now - Nov. 13, 2010 , 7:30 & 2:30 pm
Adapted from the novel by Bram Stoker, this stage adaptation served as the basis for the 1931 classic horror film starring Bela Lugosi. Visit www.communityplayers.org for exact show times and ticket prices....More Info
Cost: $12/$10/$8/$5 Event Type: Performing Arts
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Community Players Theatre
201 Robinhood Lane
Bloomington, IL 61701
309/663-2121
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The Blessings of the Table
Now - Nov. 14, 2010 , Wed-Sun: 9am-4pm
Sarah Davis brought the traditional Thanksgiving celebration to Bloomington, and the Mansion tour features the bountiful foods, family celebrations and charitable customs which were popular during her New England childhood.
Free; donations welcome.
(Closed Veterans Day)
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Cost: Donation Event Type: Family Friendly
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David Davis Mansion
1000 Monroe Drive
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.828.1084
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A Sixty-Year Odyssey in Bookbinding and Conservation
Now - Nov. 11, 2010 , 7 pm
Don Etherington will present "A Sixty-Year Odyssey in Bookbinding and Conservation"
This is the third in a series of three Book Arts presentations.
Open to the public.
Sponsored by: The Friends of Milner Library...More Info
Cost: Free Event Type: Other
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Bone Student Center -- Circus Room
100 N. University St.
Normal, IL 61761
309.438.3481
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CATS
Now - Nov. 11, 2010 , 7:00 pm
Based on T.S. Eliots Old Possums Book of Practical Cats, and with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, CATS won seven 1983 Tony Awards including Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical, Best Lighting and Best Costumes. It at one point was the longest running show on Broadway and in Londons West End. Over 8.25 million people h...More Info
Cost: ALL SEATS: $49, $47, $41 Event Type: Performing Arts
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Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
600 North East Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.434.2787
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Lunch & Learn: Perspectives on the Vietnam War:
Now - Nov. 11, 2010 , 12:10pm -12:40pm
Lunch & Learn at the McLean County Museum of History
Ross Kennedy, Ph.D presents Perspectives on the Vietnam War: The discussion will deal with how the U.S. became involved in the Vietnam War and how McLean County responded. Kennedy is Associate Professor of History at Illinois State University, specializing in U....More Info
Cost: Free Event Type: Family Friendly
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McLean County Museum of History
200 North Main Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
1.309.827.0428
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Playful Learners II-Tiny Turkeys
Now - Nov. 11, 2010 , 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
For ages 24 to 36 months
Are you looking for a way to play and learn with your young child? If so, then Playful Learners III is just for you! Each class is designed specifically for you and your child to learn and play together.
Children will make placemats, create colorful turkeys, and design leaf art. Childr...More Info
Cost: $7 Museum members/$11 non-members 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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Weekly Square Dance Lessons
Now - Nov. 11, 2010 , 7:00-9:00 PM
Weekly square dance lessons on Thursday evenings hosted by Twin City Twirlers.
Adults and children age 10 and older with an adult are welcome.
Please call 309.827.3190 for more information.
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Cost: $4 per person per night Event Type: Recreation
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YWCA
1201 N. Hershey
Bloomington, IL 61704
309.827.3190
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The Baby Fold's Festival of Trees
Now - Nov. 14, 2010
The U.S. Cellular Coliseum is going green this November. The Bloomington facility will officially host The Baby Folds 17th annual Festival of Trees from November 11-14, 2010.
The Festival of Trees, a premiere holiday event in Bloomington-Normal, is coming to the US Cellular Coliseum for the first time. Come o...More Info
Event Type: Festival
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US Cellular Coliseum
101 S Madison Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
309-434-2919
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We Need a Little MORE Christmas
Now - Jan. 2, 2011 , Thursday, Friday, Saturday evening, Sunday Brunch
We Need a Little MORE Christmas!
An all-new edition of our hilarious holiday review!
Our multi-talented crew of musical merry-makers are back for another spectacular holiday outing that will have you tapping your feet, slapping your thighs, and maybe even joining in on stage in the middle of the action! With ter...More Info
Cost: $33-$37 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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