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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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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5th Annual "Hats Off to You" Open Skate Night
Now - Nov. 12, 2010 , 8:00-9:30pm
$1.00 off admission (not combinable with other offers) when you wear any hat! Ptizes for best, most unusual, largest, smallest, most colorful and most creative hat!! Come join the fun- this is one of our biggest events of the year! Sponsored by B-104....More Info
Cost: $5.00/ $2.00 Skate Rental Event Type: Family Friendly
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Pepsi Ice Center
201 S. Roosevelt Ave.
Bloomington, IL, IL 61701
309.434.2737
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Playful Learners II-Tiny Turkeys
Now - Nov. 12, 2010 , 10:30 to 11:30 a.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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Playful Learners II-Tiny Turkeys
Now - Nov. 12, 2010 , 9:00 to 10:00 a.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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IHSA Girls Volleyball State Finals
Now - Nov. 13, 2010
The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Girls Volleyball State Finals will be held November 12-13, 2010 at Illinois State Universitys Redbird Arena. This years event will continue to follow the four-class system, with four teams in each class.
On Friday, November 12, the tournament begins with a Class 1A ma...More Info
Cost: $8 per session or all-session passes are available for $32 Event Type: Sports
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Redbird Arena
College Ave & Main St.
Normal, IL 61761
309.663.6377
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Orchesis Intercity Dance Company Fall Concert
Now - Nov. 13, 2010 , 7pm
Bloomington-Normal's Orchesis Intercity Dance Company will be hosting it's 2010 student-choreographed fall concert. Over 10 original "autobiography" themed dance works will be premiered. Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for students and senior citizens, and can be purchased at the door or from any Orchesis dancer. The con...More Info
Cost: $8 adults, $5 students & senior citizens Event Type: Performing Arts
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ISU Bone Student Center - Braden Auditorium
Ste 146, 100 N University St
Normal, IL 61761
(309.438.2850)
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