Come Blow Your Horn
Now - Feb. 26, 2012
Come Blow Your Horn
By Neil Simon
Another classic comedy from the King of Broadway!
January 12 to February 26, 2012
Seven Weeks Only!
Featuring Bob Lane Jr. and Mary Simon...More Info
Event Type: Performing Arts
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Conklin's Barn II Dinner Theatre
Box 310 Conklin Court
Goodfield, IL 61742
309.965.2545
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Picture This: Picturing Community One Lens at a Time
Now - Feb. 28, 2012
Illinois State Universitys Milner Library and University Galleries are hosting an exhibition of photographic works titled "Picture This: Picturing Community One Lens at a Time."
Milner Library will display 18 of the "Picture This" photographs and will also host an iPad digital exhibit allowing visitors to view 2,00...More Info
Cost: FREE Event Type: Family Friendly
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Milner Library, Illinois State University
201 N. School St.
Normal, IL 61761
309.438.3451
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Family Movie Night
Now - Feb. 29, 2012 , 10am-Midnight
Any day in February is rent one get one free. Coupons for this are available in stores. Bring the family and make it a movie night....More Info
Event Type: Family Friendly
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All Bloomington Family Video Locations
1601 S Main
Bloomington, IL 61704
309-827-2713
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Mauritius
Now - Mar. 4, 2012
Mauritius
by Theresa Rebeck
FEBRUARY 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25, 26 MARCH 1, 2, 3, 4 - 2012
"Betrayal and treason and poor behavior. A lot of poor behavior, is how Theresa Rebeck has described her play MAURITIUS. At first glance, the play is about valuable stamps, unscrupulous collectors and two half-sisters w...More Info
Event Type: Performing Arts
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Heartland Theatre
1110 Douglas Street
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 452-8709
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Passion Play by Sarah Ruhl
Now - Feb. 25, 2012
Passion Play by Sarah Ruhl
directed by Brandon Ray
February 17 - 25, Center for the Performing Arts.
New Yorker critic John Lahr describedPassion Play as "a backstage story about the rehearsal and the staging of the medieval mystery plays in Elizabeth Is England, Hitlers Germany, and Reagans America. In all thr...More Info
Event Type: Performing Arts
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ISU Center for the Performing Arts
Corner of School & Beaufort Streets
Normal, IL 61790
309.438.2535
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Ladies Night Out
Feb. 22, 2012 - Feb. 22, 2012 , 6-9pm
Every Wednesday night through March 21st, visit the White Oak Vineyard for Ladies Night Out!
Ladies, you derserve a nice, quiet (?) and relaxing night out and what better way than to bring a friend or two out to the winery. You're welcome to brings snacks, as always. We'll keep the lights on for you until 9 pm!...More Info
Event Type: Other
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White Oak Vineyards, Inc.
8621 East 2100 North Road
Carlock, IL 61725
309.376.3027
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Playful Learners III: Sesame Street
Feb. 23, 2012 - Feb. 23, 2012 , 6-7p.m.
Are you looking for a way to play and learn with your young child? If so, then Playful Learners is just for you! Each class is designed specifically for you and your child to learn and play together. Each one-hour class begins with group time, where children and adult partners play and interact with each other, sing an...More Info
Cost: $8 member/$12 non-member/$4 additional adult 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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Cloud 9
Feb. 23, 2012 - Mar. 3, 2012
Cloud 9 by Caryl Churchill
directed by Jeremy Garrett
February 23 - March 3, Westhoff Theatre.
This two-act play, set in nineteenth-century British colonial Africa and then in London in the late 1970s, challenges notions of gender and sexuality by casting them in the light of oppressive Victorian values. Critic Fr...More Info
Event Type: Performing Arts
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ISU Westhoff Theatre
W. Beaufort Street
Normal, IL 61790
309.438.2535
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Challenger Learning Center FunnyRaiser Comedy Night
Feb. 24, 2012 - Feb. 24, 2012 , 6:00 - 9:00 pm
The Heartland Community College Foundation and Challenger Learning Center are pleased to announce the 4th annual FunnyRaiser February 24, 2012 at Heartland Community Colleges Normal campus. The CLC FunnyRaiser is a night of comedy featuring local guest comedians, appetizers, a cash bar, silent auction items and the p...More Info
Cost: $20 in advance; $25 at the door Event Type: Performing Arts
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Heartland Community College Cafe
1500 W Raab Rd
Normal, IL 61761
309-268-8701
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Ice Rock Open Skate
Feb. 24, 2012 - Feb. 24, 2012 , 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Rock it on the ice all night with the top rock bands of all time! Wear a rock band t-shirt and get $1.00 off admission.
For more information, please call 309.434.2737 or visit the website. ...More Info
Event Type: Family Friendly
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Pepsi Ice Center
201 South Roosevelt Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.434.2737
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Playful Learners III: Sesame Street
Feb. 24, 2012 - Feb. 24, 2012 , 10:30-11:30a.m.
Are you looking for a way to play and learn with your young child? If so, then Playful Learners is just for you! Each class is designed specifically for you and your child to learn and play together. Each one-hour class begins with group time, where children and adult partners play and interact with each other, sing an...More Info
Cost: $8 member/$12 non-member/$4 additional adult 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 III: Sesame Street
Feb. 24, 2012 - Feb. 24, 2012 , 9-10a.m.
Are you looking for a way to play and learn with your young child? If so, then Playful Learners is just for you! Each class is designed specifically for you and your child to learn and play together. Each one-hour class begins with group time, where children and adult partners play and interact with each other, sing an...More Info
Cost: $8 member/$12 non-member/$4 additional adult 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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Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Class 1A & 2A Girls Basketball State Finals
Feb. 24, 2012 - Feb. 25, 2012
The states top high school girls Class 1A and 2A basketball teams will compete for top honors at the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Girls Basketball State Finals on February 24-25, 2012 at Illinois State Universitys Redbird Arena.
Tournament organizers are anticipating more than 20,000 fans to attend the...More Info
Event Type: Sports
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ISU Redbird Arena
Normal, IL
(309) 663-6377
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Author Showcase
Feb. 25, 2012 - Feb. 25, 2012 , 1 PM to 5 PM
The Author Showcase Book & Vendor Fair features dozens of authors from across the state of Illinois and beyond as well as vendors.
This free event also features activities for the kids, including face painting by the Zoo lady, and live story telling.
The Author Showcase is presented by the McLean County Urban ...More Info
Cost: FREE Event Type: Family Friendly
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Illinois State University Brown Ball Room
100 N. University St
Normal, IL 61710
309 242-4049
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Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Dual Team Wrestling State Finals
Feb. 25, 2012 - Feb. 25, 2012
The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Dual Team Wrestling State Finals will take place February 25, 2012 at the U.S. Cellular Coliseum. The top 24 wrestling teams from across the state will travel to Bloomington-Normal to compete for the state title with eight in each class.
Tickets for the IHSA Dual Team W...More Info
Cost: $7 per session Event Type: Sports
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U.S. Cellular Coliseum
101 South Madison
Bloomington, IL 61701
(309) 663-6377
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The Klezmatics
Feb. 25, 2012 - Feb. 25, 2012 , 7:30 P.M.
The only klezmer band to win a Grammy Award, The Klezmatics use the traditional Eastern European style of Jewish roots music to build the wildest creations. With musical virtuosity and unstoppable energy, The Klezmatics blend world rhythms, jazz, rock and roll, and anything else they can get their hand on into their in...More Info
Cost: Varies Event Type: Performing Arts
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Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
600 N. East St.
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.434.2777
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Sunday Market Antiques
Feb. 26, 2012 - Feb. 26, 2012 , 8am-4pm
100 Quality Dealers
Americana-Furniture-Folk Art-Jewelry-Advertising-Textiles-Glassware
13 & under FREE!!
Free Parking!
Follow us on Facebook: 3rd Sunday Market...More Info
Cost: $6 Event Type: Family Friendly
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Interstate Center - West Expo
2301 W. Market Street
Bloomington, IL 61702
217-202-2847
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Agape Counseling - Couples Workshop
Feb. 26, 2012 - Jul. 22, 2012 , 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Couples Workshops -
2/26/12 - Fighting Fair
3/18/12 - Codependency
4/15/12 - Communication
5/6/12 - Premarital
6/24/12 - Love Languages
7/22/12 - Blended Families
$25 per couple - Please contact our office for more information and to register 309-663-2229...More Info
Cost: $25 per couple Event Type: Family Friendly
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Agape Counseling
211 N. Veterans Parkway Suite 1
Bloomington, IL 61704
309-663-2229
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Community Dinner at Michael's Restaurant
Feb. 27, 2012 - Feb. 27, 2012 , 7pm
Join the club!
Take part in Maximized Living with your community!
Join us for a free community dinner:
Monday, February 27th
7:00pm
At Michael's Restuarant
110 W Washington | Bloomington, IL 61701
Enjoy complimentary food and beverages, while learning new ways to maximize your implementation of the 5 Essen...More Info
Cost: Free, Call to RSVP seating is limited Event Type: Family Friendly
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Michael's Restaurant
110 W Washington
Bloomington, IL 61761
309-808-1123
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Hip Hip Hooray, It's Leap Day!
Feb. 29, 2012 - Feb. 29, 2012 , 4:00p-10:00p
February 29th happens once every four years. Celebrate your extra day this year by coming in to Upper Limits!
Free Day Passes Wednesday, February 29th from 4p-10p.
Offer cant be combined with other offers. Rental gear extra. Call for more information. Everybody climbing must have a waiver on file.
...More Info
Cost: FREE DAY PASSES Event Type: Recreation
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Upper Limits Climbing Gym
1304 W. Washington St.
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.829.8255
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Hootenanny in the Courtroom
Feb. 29, 2012 - Feb. 29, 2012 , 7:00 pm
February 29, 2012 7p.m.
Join us for an evening of singing songs or bring your guitar, mandolin, banjo, fiddle and play along.
Held in the historic Gov. Fifer Courtroom, this event is free and open to public participation. ...More Info
Cost: FREE Event Type: Performing Arts
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Fifer Courtroom at McLean County Museum of History
200 North Main Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.827.0428
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Ladies Night Out
Feb. 29, 2012 - Feb. 29, 2012 , 6-9pm
Every Wednesday night through March 21st, visit the White Oak Vineyard for Ladies Night Out!
Ladies, you derserve a nice, quiet (?) and relaxing night out and what better way than to bring a friend or two out to the winery. You're welcome to brings snacks, as always. We'll keep the lights on for you until 9 pm!...More Info
Event Type: Other
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White Oak Vineyards, Inc.
8621 East 2100 North Road
Carlock, IL 61725
309.376.3027
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Bloomington Blaze Home Game vs. Quad Cities
Mar. 1, 2012 - Mar. 1, 2012 , 7:05 PM
...More Info
Cost: Single game tickets range from $9.00- $18.00 Event Type: Family Friendly
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U.S. Cellular Coliseum
101 S. Madison St.
Bloomington, IL 61701
(309) 434-2980
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Pitter Patter Play and Learn at the CDM: Neighborhood Friends
Mar. 1, 2012 - Mar. 1, 2012 , 6-7p.m.
Lets learn about our community helpers! We will read Curious GeorgeNeighborhood Friends by H.A. Rey, play with play dough to pretend like we are bakers, dig for dinosaur bones like a scientist, build with blocks like a construction worker, and plant seeds like a farmer!
For families with children 4 and under. Mult...More Info
Cost: $6 per child Museum members/$10 per child non-members/$4 additional adults 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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Blithe Spirit
Mar. 1, 2012 - Mar. 17, 2012
3/1 Pay-What-You-Can Night 7:30
3/2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17 at 7:30
3/4, 11 at 2:30
From the comic imagination of Noel Coward comes this theatrical classic. Charles Condomine is researching his next book so he invites an eccentric medium called Madame Arcati to conduct a seance. It backfires when she conjurs up t...More Info
Cost: $12 Adult; $10 Seniors/Student; $5 Child Event Type: Performing Arts
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Community Players Theater
201 Robinhood Lane
Bloomington, IL 61701
309-663-2121
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The Foreigner
Mar. 1, 2012 - Apr. 7, 2012
The Foreigner
By Larry Shue
An outrageous comedy with a heart of gold!
March 1 to April 7, 2012 - Six Weeks Only!
Starring Bob Lane Jr....More Info
Event Type: Performing Arts
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Conklin's Barn II Dinner Theatre
Box 310 Conklin Court
Goodfield, IL 61742
309.965.2545
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Bloomington Blaze Home Game vs. Tulsa
Mar. 2, 2012 - Mar. 2, 2012 , 7:05 PM
...More Info
Cost: Single game tickets range from $9.00- $18.00 Event Type: Family Friendly
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U.S. Cellular Coliseum
101 S. Madison St.
Bloomington, IL 61701
(309) 434-2980
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March F1RST FR1DAY: Spring Staycation
Mar. 2, 2012 - Mar. 2, 2012 , 5-8 pm
Not going on Spring Break this year? Take a part in our downtown Spring Staycation! Chances to win door prizes and a grand prize with participation....More Info
Cost: FREE Event Type: Festival
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Downtown Bloomington
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.829.9599
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Seusstacular
Mar. 2, 2012 - Mar. 2, 2012 , 6-8p.m.
Join the Childrens Discovery Museum as we celebrate Read Across America and Dr. Seuss birthday! Come have a wacky good time and create lots of themed crafts like Truffela trees and striped hats. Be sure to check out the And to Think I Saw it on Beaufort Street room and the One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish...More Info
Cost: $2 members/$8 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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Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Class 3A & 4A Girls Basketball State Finals
Mar. 2, 2012 - Mar. 3, 2012
The state's top high school girls Class 3A and 4A basketball teams will compete for top honors at the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Girls Basketball State Finals on March 2-3, 2012 at Illinois State Universitys Redbird Arena.
Tournament organizers are anticipating more than 20,000 fans to attend the gam...More Info
Event Type: Sports
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ISU Redbird Arena
Normal, IL
(309) 663-6377
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Home, Lawn and Garden Day
Mar. 3, 2012 - Mar. 3, 2012 , 8:00am - 3:00pm
The University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners from McLean County invite you to join them at the 2012 Home, Lawn and Garden Day.
These volunteers have chosen "10 Years and Still Growing" as their theme in celebration of this event's 10 year anniversary. In keeping with that theme, Shane Cultra will deliver t...More Info
Cost: $40 Event Type: Other
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Central Catholic High School
1201 Airport Road
Bloomington, IL 61704
309-663-8306
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Zoo Stampede
Mar. 3, 2012 - Mar. 3, 2012 , 9:30 am
Miller Park Zoological Society (MPZS) is gearing up for its 15th annual Miller Park Zoo Stampede. This 5k run, 3k walk, and ¼ mile fun run (for children 10 and under), is the first on the Lake Run Club (LRC) circuit for the year, and a favorite for Zoo and running enthusiasts.
The 5k winds through Miller Park and...More Info
Cost: $20 Event Type: Sports
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Miller Park
1020 S Morris Ave
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.434.2243
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Central Illinois Drive
Mar. 4, 2012 - Mar. 4, 2012 , 3:05 pm
Come out to the U.S. Cellular Coliseum for a Central Illinois Drive home game! The team plays in the Premiere Basketball League and single-game tickets are on sale now!...More Info
Cost: $10 General Admission Event Type: Sports
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U.S. Cellular Coliseum
101 South Madison Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.434.2843
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85th Annual McLean County Amateur Art Competition/Exhibition
Mar. 4, 2012 - Apr. 21, 2012 , March 4, 2pm
Amatuer Art Exhibition and Awards Ceremony ...More Info
Cost: Free Event Type: Other
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McClean County Arts Center
601 N East Street
Bloomington , IL 61701
309.829.0011
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A Night with LaTasha N. Nevada Diggs!
Mar. 5, 2012 - Mar. 5, 2012 , 7:30pm
Writer, vocalist, and sound artist, LaTasha N. Nevada Diggs is the author of three chapbooks which include Ichi-Ban and Ni-Ban (MOH Press), Manuel is destroying my bathroom (Belladonna Press), and the album, Televisíon. Her work has been published in numerous venues including Rattapallax, Black Renaissance Noir,Mandor...More Info
Cost: $5.00 Event Type: Performing Arts
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TheatresCool
403 N. Main Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
708-751-0401
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Lab Show (T.B.A.)
Mar. 6, 2012 - Mar. 8, 2012 , 8:00 pm
T.B.A.
Directed by Dr. Christopher Connelly
March 6-8 at 8:00 p.m....More Info
Event Type: Performing Arts
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IWU E. Melba Kirkpatrick Laboratory Theatre
1210 N. Park Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
(309) 556-3232
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Ladies Night Out
Mar. 7, 2012 - Mar. 7, 2012 , 6-9pm
Every Wednesday night through March 21st, visit the White Oak Vineyard for Ladies Night Out!
Ladies, you derserve a nice, quiet (?) and relaxing night out and what better way than to bring a friend or two out to the winery. You're welcome to brings snacks, as always. We'll keep the lights on for you until 9 pm!...More Info
Event Type: Other
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White Oak Vineyards, Inc.
8621 East 2100 North Road
Carlock, IL 61725
309.376.3027
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Playful Learners I: Cat in the Hat!
Mar. 8, 2012 - Mar. 8, 2012 , 6-7p.m.
Are you looking for a way to play and learn with your young child? If so, then Playful Learners is just for you! Each class is designed specifically for you and your child to learn and play together.
Each one-hour class begins with group time, where children and adult partners play and interact with each other, sing...More Info
Cost: $6 members/$10 non-members/$4 additional adults 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 I: Cat in the Hat!
Mar. 9, 2012 - Mar. 9, 2012 , 10:30-11:30a.m.
Are you looking for a way to play and learn with your young child? If so, then Playful Learners is just for you! Each class is designed specifically for you and your child to learn and play together.
Each one-hour class begins with group time, where children and adult partners play and interact with each other, sing...More Info
Cost: $6 members/$10 non-members/$4 additional adults 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 I: Cat in the Hat!
Mar. 9, 2012 - Mar. 9, 2012 , 9-10a.m.
Are you looking for a way to play and learn with your young child? If so, then Playful Learners is just for you! Each class is designed specifically for you and your child to learn and play together.
Each one-hour class begins with group time, where children and adult partners play and interact with each other, sing...More Info
Cost: $6 members/$10 non-members/$4 additional adults 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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Home Show 2012
Mar. 9, 2012 - Mar. 11, 2012
Friday, March 9, 2012 - 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 10, 2012 - 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 11, 2012 - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m....More Info
Event Type: Family Friendly
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U.S. Cellular Coliseum
101 S. Madison Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
(309) 663-6612
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Little Houses-Constance Leigh Estep
Mar. 9, 2012 - Apr. 21, 2012
IWU faculty mixed media collage in shape of mantle clocks
Artist Reception April 6th, 5pm-7pm ...More Info
Cost: Free Event Type: Other
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McClean County Arts Center
601 N East Street
Bloomington , IL 61701
309.829.0011
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American Passion Play
Mar. 10, 2012 - Mar. 10, 2012 , 2:00 pm
Now in its 89th season, the American Passion Play is one of the oldest continuously performed passion plays in the United States. This biblically accurate performance takes the audience on a spiritual journey to Palestine, 30 AD where they travel with the living Christ, meet his Apostles and follow his ministry from t...More Info
Cost: $20 Event Type: Performing Arts
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Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
600 North East Street
Bloomington, IL 61704
(800) 354-9640
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Annual Auction and Chili Dinner
Mar. 10, 2012 - Mar. 10, 2012 , 4pm - 7pm
Annual event with live and silent auction to raise funds for Home Sweet Home Mission, Safe Harbor, Missions at West Twin Grove and various other church programs.
Serving Chili, Vegetable Soup, Hot Dogs, fresh veggies, and desserts.
Raffle prizes include 50" Flat Screen TV, iPad 2, Stihl ShopVac, and $500 VISA...More Info
Cost: Free will offering Event Type: Family Friendly
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Interstate Center West Expo
2301 W Market St
Bloomington, IL 61705
309-963-4138
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Dress Up Movie at the Normal Theater
Mar. 10, 2012 - Mar. 10, 2012 , 1:00 pm
Dress Up Movies will move indoors to the Normal Theater for the Fall/Winter/Spring months.
Each month there will be a movie shown at 1 p.m. with the doors opening at 12:30 p.m.
Movie goers are encouraged to dress up or bring an item that relates to the featured movie. Children 10 and under will receive somethin...More Info
Cost: FREE Event Type: Family Friendly
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Normal Theater
209 North Street
Normal, IL 61761
309.454.6540
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Maple Sirup Traditions in McLean County
Mar. 10, 2012 - Mar. 10, 2012 , 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Maple Sirup Traditions in McLean County Saturday, March 10, 2012 1:00-4:00 p.m. at the Sugar Grove Nature Center, Funks Grove. The workshop will feature a short talk by Mike Funk, current owner and operator of Funks Grove Pure Maple Sirup.
Join us for a fun and educational afternoon and learn about one of the olde...More Info
Cost: $7 Event Type: Family Friendly
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Sugar Grove Nature Center, Funks Grove
4532 North 725 East Road
McLean, IL 61754
309.827.0428
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Racketeers on Rt. 66 Murder Mystery & Dinner
Mar. 10, 2012 - Mar. 10, 2012 , 6:30p-9:00p
Join Timeless Presentations Racketeers on Rt. 66 for an interactive murder dinner theatre. Dress as your favorite gangster or moll and join the fun! As you solve who-done-it? in this wacky and wild production!...More Info
Cost: $45 includes dinner/show/winetasting Event Type: Other
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Mackinaw Valley Vineyard
33633 IL. Rt 9
Mackinaw, IL 61755
309 645 5054
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Celtic Tenors
Mar. 11, 2012 - Mar. 11, 2012 , 3:00 P.M.
The Celtic Tenors have established themselves as the most successful classical crossover artists to emerge from Ireland. Mixing classical, folk, Irish, and pop the Tenors' live show is an experience overflowing with vitality and variety from start to finish. With charm and wit these three amazing voices combine for an ...More Info
Cost: Varies Event Type: Performing Arts
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Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
600 N. East St.
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.434.2777
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Bloomington Blaze Home Game vs. Rio Grande Valley
Mar. 14, 2012 - Mar. 14, 2012 , 7:05 PM
...More Info
Cost: Single game tickets range from $9.00- $18.00 Event Type: Family Friendly
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U.S. Cellular Coliseum
101 S. Madison St.
Bloomington, IL 61701
(309) 434-2980
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Ladies Night Out
Mar. 14, 2012 - Mar. 14, 2012 , 6-9pm
Every Wednesday night through March 21st, visit the White Oak Vineyard for Ladies Night Out!
Ladies, you derserve a nice, quiet (?) and relaxing night out and what better way than to bring a friend or two out to the winery. You're welcome to brings snacks, as always. We'll keep the lights on for you until 9 pm!...More Info
Event Type: Other
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White Oak Vineyards, Inc.
8621 East 2100 North Road
Carlock, IL 61725
309.376.3027
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Carrie Newcomer
Mar. 15, 2012 - Mar. 15, 2012 , 7:30 P.M.
A Bloomington favorite, Carrie Newcomer has garnered critical acclaim from the media (Rolling Stone, USA Today) and shared the stage with Alison Krauss, Bonnie Raitt, Roseanne Cash, and Mary Chapin Carpenter. Nickel Creek's recording of her song "I Should've Known Better" went to gold. Her distinctive voice fits the de...More Info
Cost: $25 Event Type: Performing Arts
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Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
600 N. East St.
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.434.2777
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Playful Learners II: Cat in the Hat!
Mar. 15, 2012 - Mar. 15, 2012 , 6-7p.m.
Are you looking for a way to play and learn with your young child? If so, then Playful Learners is just for you! Each class is designed specifically for you and your child to learn and play together.
Each one-hour class begins with group time, where children and adult partners play and interact with each other, sing...More Info
Cost: $7 members/$11 non-members/$4 additional adults 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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Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Debate State Finals
Mar. 15, 2012 - Mar. 17, 2012
...More Info
Event Type: Sports
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Illinois Wesleyan University
Bloomington, IL
(309) 663-6377
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Bloomington Blaze Home Game vs. Missouri
Mar. 16, 2012 - Mar. 16, 2012 , 7:05 PM
...More Info
Cost: Single game tickets range from $9.00- $18.00 Event Type: Family Friendly
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U.S. Cellular Coliseum
101 S. Madison St.
Bloomington, IL 61701
(309) 434-2980
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Justin Bieber Night Open Skate
Mar. 16, 2012 - Mar. 16, 2012 , 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Back by popular demand! Justin Bieber was last year's busiest open skate session so he's back! All Bieber hair styles get $1.00 off admission.
For more information, please call 309.434.2737 or visit the website. ...More Info
Event Type: Family Friendly
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Pepsi Ice Center
201 South Roosevelt Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.434.2737
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Playful Learners II: Cat in the Hat!
Mar. 16, 2012 - Mar. 16, 2012 , 9-10a.m.
Are you looking for a way to play and learn with your young child? If so, then Playful Learners is just for you! Each class is designed specifically for you and your child to learn and play together.
Each one-hour class begins with group time, where children and adult partners play and interact with each other, sing...More Info
Cost: $7 members/$11 non-members/$4 additional adults 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: Cat in the Hat!
Mar. 16, 2012 - Mar. 16, 2012 , 10:30-11:30a.m.
Are you looking for a way to play and learn with your young child? If so, then Playful Learners is just for you! Each class is designed specifically for you and your child to learn and play together.
Each one-hour class begins with group time, where children and adult partners play and interact with each other, sing...More Info
Cost: $7 members/$11 non-members/$4 additional adults 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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Hearts at Home 2012 National Conference
Mar. 16, 2012 - Mar. 17, 2012
Gathering with thousands of moms, Hearts at Home main sessions are high energy opportunities to laugh and learn. Through drama, music, and speakers who understand the real challenges of motherhood, you'll find your vision refreshed, your heart full, and your perspective transformed.
Join us Friday evening for qualit...More Info
Event Type: Other
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Illinois State University Bone Student Center
100 North University Street
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 828-MOMS
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Special Olympics Illinois State Basketball Tournament
Mar. 16, 2012 - Mar. 18, 2012
Team competition and Individual Skills competition will be offered at the 2012 Special Olympics Illinois Basketball Tournament.
Senior Male and High School teams must have qualified through District play.
Female and Junior teams must play 3 games before the State Basketball Tournament.
Individual Skills compe...More Info
Event Type: Sports
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ISU Horton Fieldhouse & IWU Shirk Center
Bloomington-Normal, IL
309-888-2551
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American Passion Play
Mar. 17, 2012 - Mar. 17, 2012 , 2:00 pm
Now in its 89th season, the American Passion Play is one of the oldest continuously performed passion plays in the United States. This biblically accurate performance takes the audience on a spiritual journey to Palestine, 30 AD where they travel with the living Christ, meet his Apostles and follow his ministry from t...More Info
Cost: $20 Event Type: Performing Arts
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Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
600 North East Street
Bloomington, IL 61704
(800) 354-9640
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Bloomington Blaze Home Game vs. Dayton
Mar. 17, 2012 - Mar. 17, 2012 , 7:05 PM
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Cost: Single game tickets range from $9.00- $18.00 Event Type: Family Friendly
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U.S. Cellular Coliseum
101 S. Madison St.
Bloomington, IL 61701
(309) 434-2980
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Central Illinois Drive
Mar. 17, 2012 - Mar. 17, 2012 , 1:05 pm
Come out to the U.S. Cellular Coliseum for a Central Illinois Drive home game! The team plays in the Premiere Basketball League and single-game tickets are on sale now!...More Info
Cost: $10 General Admission Event Type: Sports
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U.S. Cellular Coliseum
101 South Madison Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.434.2843
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Early Explorers: Agriculture
Mar. 17, 2012 - Mar. 17, 2012 , 10-11:30a.m.
Lets learn about the job of a farmer! We will plant vegetable seeds, learn how to make butter and more!
Ages 4-5 years old. Be a big kid and join us for exciting hands-on learning and exploration. Each drop-off class lasts 90 minutes and features various literature, art, science, and music and movement activities. ...More Info
Cost: $9 Museum members/$13 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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Food, Drink and History
Mar. 17, 2012 - Mar. 17, 2012 , 9am to 5pm
Explore the world "behind the stairs" as you experience life in the Davis Mansion from the Irish servants point of view. Enjoy a public presentation by Rob Dirks, author of "The Way We Ate"...More Info
Cost: free/donation requested Event Type: Family Friendly
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David Davis Mansion
1000 Monroe Dr
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.828.1084
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Indoor Winter Market
Mar. 17, 2012 - Mar. 17, 2012 , 10 am - 12 pm
The Downtown Bloomington Farmers' Market and the McLean County Museum of History are hosting a FIRST EVER Indoor Winter Market! The Indoor Winter Market will occur every third Saturday from December to April on the following dates: 12/17, 1/21, 2/18, 3/17, and 4/21. Meats, eggs, and produce will be available in the ...More Info
Cost: FREE Event Type: Family Friendly
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McLean County Museum of History
200 N. Main St.
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.829.9599
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Ewing Manor Tour
Mar. 21, 2012 - Mar. 21, 2012 , 9 am - 3 pm
Volunteer docents will lead guests on a tour of Ewing Manor, sharing history of the building and facts of community leader Hazle Buck Ewing. Tours will take approximately one hour. Stairs are required to enter the Manor and the tour involves flights of stairs to and from three levels. All parking is at St. John's Lu...More Info
Cost: Contributions Event Type: Family Friendly
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Ewing Cultural Center
48 Sunset Road
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.829.6333
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Ladies Night Out
Mar. 21, 2012 - Mar. 21, 2012 , 6-9pm
Every Wednesday night through March 28th, visit the White Oak Vineyard for Ladies Night Out!
Ladies, you derserve a nice, quiet (?) and relaxing night out and what better way than to bring a friend or two out to the winery. You're welcome to brings snacks, as always. We'll keep the lights on for you until 9 pm!...More Info
Event Type: Other
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White Oak Vineyards, Inc.
8621 East 2100 North Road
Carlock, IL 61725
309.376.3027
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ISU Men's Basketball vs. Wichita State
Mar. 22, 2012 - Mar. 22, 2012
...More Info
Event Type: Sports
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Redbird Arena
702 W. College Ave
Normal, IL 61761
309.438.8000
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Playful Learners III: Cat in the Hat!
Mar. 22, 2012 - Mar. 22, 2012 , 6-7p.m.
Are you looking for a way to play and learn with your young child? If so, then Playful Learners is just for you! Each class is designed specifically for you and your child to learn and play together.
Each one-hour class begins with group time, where children and adult partners play and interact with each other, sing...More Info
Cost: $8 members/$12 non-members/$4 additional adults 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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You Know I Can't Hear You When the Water's Running
Mar. 22, 2012 - Mar. 25, 2012
Four slice-of-life one act plays by the writer Robert Anderson. Included in this group are "The Shock of Recognition," "The Footsteps of Doves," "I'll Be Home for Christmas" and "I'm Herbert."
7:30 3/22-24; 2:30 3/25...More Info
Cost: $10 all ages Event Type: Performing Arts
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Community Players Theater
201 Robinhood Lane
Bloomington, IL 61701
309-663-2121
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Central Illinois Drive
Mar. 23, 2012 - Mar. 23, 2012 , 7:05 pm
Come out to the U.S. Cellular Coliseum for a Central Illinois Drive home game! The team plays in the Premiere Basketball League and single-game tickets are on sale now!...More Info
Cost: $10 General Admission Event Type: Sports
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U.S. Cellular Coliseum
101 South Madison Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.434.2843
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ISU Baseball vs. MacMurray
Mar. 23, 2012 - Mar. 23, 2012
...More Info
Event Type: Sports
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Duffy Bass Field at ISU Athletics Complex
Corner of Adelaide St and Gregory St
Normal, IL 61761
309.438.8000
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Playful Learners III: Cat in the Hat!
Mar. 23, 2012 - Mar. 23, 2012 , 10:30-11:30a.m.
Are you looking for a way to play and learn with your young child? If so, then Playful Learners is just for you! Each class is designed specifically for you and your child to learn and play together.
Each one-hour class begins with group time, where children and adult partners play and interact with each other, sing...More Info
Cost: $8 members/$12 non-members/$4 additional adults 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 III: Cat in the Hat!
Mar. 23, 2012 - Mar. 23, 2012 , 9-10a.m.
Are you looking for a way to play and learn with your young child? If so, then Playful Learners is just for you! Each class is designed specifically for you and your child to learn and play together.
Each one-hour class begins with group time, where children and adult partners play and interact with each other, sing...More Info
Cost: $8 members/$12 non-members/$4 additional adults 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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Women's Basketball vs. Wichita State
Mar. 23, 2012 - Mar. 23, 2012
...More Info
Event Type: Sports
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Redbird Arena
702 W. College Ave
Normal, IL 61761
309-438-8000
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Biblical Imagination Conference/Concert with Michael Card
Mar. 23, 2012 - Mar. 25, 2012 , March 23: 7pm- 9pm; March 24: 8:30am - 4:30pm: March 25: 7:00pm
Note: Pricing after February 23: Conference (which includes concert): $58; Concert - $18.
Description:
Biblical Imagination Series to be held at Christ Church in Normal, March 23-25.
Christ Church (PCA) in Normal, Illinois will welcome singer-songwriter, author and Bible teacher Michael Card as he brings the B...More Info
Cost: Conference (which includes concert) - Early Bird pricing until February 23: $48; Concert $13 Event Type: Other
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Christ Church
1301 North Linden
Normal , IL 61761
(309.452.5438)
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American Passion Play
Mar. 24, 2012 - Mar. 24, 2012 , 2:00 pm
Now in its 89th season, the American Passion Play is one of the oldest continuously performed passion plays in the United States. This biblically accurate performance takes the audience on a spiritual journey to Palestine, 30 AD where they travel with the living Christ, meet his Apostles and follow his ministry from t...More Info
Cost: $20 Event Type: Performing Arts
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Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
600 North East Street
Bloomington, IL 61704
(800) 354-9640
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Bunny's Birthday Party
Mar. 24, 2012 - Mar. 24, 2012 , 1-3pm
Bunny is having a birthday party and you're invited. There will be up close animal encounter with Bunny and other Zoo friends, crafts and birthday treats.
For more information, please call 309.434.2250 or visit the website.
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Event Type: Family Friendly
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Miller Park Zoo
1020 South Morris Avenue
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.434.2250
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Central Illinois Drive
Mar. 24, 2012 - Mar. 24, 2012 , 1:05 pm
Come out to the U.S. Cellular Coliseum for a Central Illinois Drive home game! The team plays in the Premiere Basketball League and single-game tickets are on sale now!...More Info
Cost: $10 General Admission Event Type: Sports
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U.S. Cellular Coliseum
101 South Madison Street
Bloomington, IL 61701
309.434.2843
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American Passion Play
Mar. 25, 2012 - Mar. 25, 2012 , 2:00 pm
Now in its 89th season, the American Passion Play is one of the oldest continuously performed passion plays in the United States. This biblically accurate performance takes the audience on a spiritual journey to Palestine, 30 AD where they travel with the living Christ, meet his Apostles and follow his ministry from t...More Info
Cost: $20 Event Type: Performing Arts
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Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
600 North East Street
Bloomington, IL 61704
(800) 354-9640
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ISU Baseball vs. Webster
Mar. 25, 2012 - Mar. 25, 2012
...More Info
Event Type: Sports
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Duffy Bass Field at ISU Athletics Complex
Corner of Adelaide St and Gregory St
Normal, IL 61761
309.438.8000
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ISU Women's Basketball vs. Missouri State
Mar. 26, 2012 - Mar. 26, 2012
...More Info
Event Type: Sports
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Redbird Arena
702 W. College Ave
Normal, IL 61761
309-438-8000
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Spring Break Adventures K-1st; Young Scientists
Mar. 26, 2012 - Mar. 26, 2012 , 9:00 am-12:00 pm or 1:00-4:00 pm
Science is all around us and anyone can be a scientist. At this program students will work as real scientists, observing the world around them and exploring scienfific principles at work in their daily lives through hands-on activities....More Info
Cost: $30/student Event Type: Family Friendly
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Heartland Community College Astroth Community Education Center
1500 W Raab Rd
Normal, IL 61761
309-268-8701
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ISU Baseball vs. Illinois
Mar. 27, 2012 - Mar. 27, 2012
...More Info
Event Type: Sports
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Duffy Bass Field at ISU Athletics Complex
Corner of Adelaide St and Gregory St
Normal, IL 61761
309.438.8000
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Spring Break Adventures 2nd-3rd; I Know What We're Gonna Do
Mar. 27, 2012 - Mar. 27, 2012 , 9:00 am-12:00 pm or 1:00-4:00 pm
Phineas and Ferb aren't the only ones who can invent really cool things. Come to the CLC to find out more about engineering and simple machines as we marvel at some of the greatest engineering accomplishments of all time....More Info
Cost: $30/student Event Type: Family Friendly
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Heartland Community College Astroth Community Education Center
1500 W Raab Rd
Normal, IL 61761
309-268-8701
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Ladies Night Out
Mar. 28, 2012 - Mar. 28, 2012 , 6-9pm
Every Wednesday night through March 28th, visit the White Oak Vineyard for Ladies Night Out!
Ladies, you derserve a nice, quiet (?) and relaxing night out and what better way than to bring a friend or two out to the winery. You're welcome to brings snacks, as always. We'll keep the lights on for you until 9 pm!...More Info
Event Type: Other
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White Oak Vineyards, Inc.
8621 East 2100 North Road
Carlock, IL 61725
309.376.3027
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Spring Break Adventures 4th-6th; Animals in Space
Mar. 28, 2012 - Mar. 28, 2012 , 9:00 am-12:00 pm or 1:00-4:00 pm
Do you like animals? Would you like a job in animal science? Spend some time learning how animals are studied on Earth and in space. We will learn how scientists study animals and students will train rats to work on an agility course....More Info
Cost: $30/student Event Type: Family Friendly
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Heartland Community College Astroth Community Education Center
1500 W Raab Rd
Normal, IL 61761
309-268-8701
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Picnic
Mar. 29, 2012 - Apr. 7, 2012
Picnic by William Inge
directed by Lori Adams
March 29 - April 7, Centennial West 207 Studio Theater.
Inge won the 1953 Pulitzer Prize for this story of a "jerkwater" Kansas town where the Labor Day picnic provides the locals with a chance to kick up their heels and gives a bad-boy drifter the opportunity to stir ...More Info
Event Type: Performing Arts
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Centennial West 207 Studio Theater
Normal, IL 61790
309.438.2535
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Gavin DeGraw LIVE
Mar. 30, 2012 - Mar. 30, 2012 , 7:30 pm
Singer, songwriter and musician Gavin DeGraw will perform at Illinois State University for the University Program Boards spring concert at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 30, in Braden Auditorium of the Bone Student Center.
DeGraw, known for his success with his debut album, Chariot, and his follow-up self-titled album,...More Info
Event Type: Performing Arts
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ISU Braden Auditorium
Normal, IL 61790
(309) 438-8814
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Rendezvous With a Comet-dy
Mar. 30, 2012 - Mar. 30, 2012 , 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Think space travel is always a serious affair? No way! Join us for the Fun side of space travel as we laugh our was across the galaxy just in time for April Fools' Day....More Info
Cost: $20/person (includes pizza) Event Type: Family Friendly
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Heartland Community College Astroth Community Education Center
1500 W Raab Rd
Normal, IL 61761
309-268-8701
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La Boheme
Mar. 30, 2012 - Apr. 7, 2012
La Boheme by Giacomo Puccini
directed by Connie de Veer
March 30 - April 7, Center for the Performing Arts.
This 1896 opera in four acts explores the bohemian milieu of Paris in the 1840s, the love between the sickly seamstress Mimi and the poet Rodolfo, and the timeless question faced by artists everywhere shou...More Info
Event Type: Performing Arts
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ISU Center for the Performing Arts
Corner of School & Beaufort Streets
Normal, IL 61790
309.438.2535
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American Passion Play
Mar. 31, 2012 - Mar. 31, 2012 , 2:00 pm
Now in its 89th season, the American Passion Play is one of the oldest continuously performed passion plays in the United States. This biblically accurate performance takes the audience on a spiritual journey to Palestine, 30 AD where they travel with the living Christ, meet his Apostles and follow his ministry from t...More Info
Cost: $20 Event Type: Performing Arts
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Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
600 North East Street
Bloomington, IL 61704
(800) 354-9640
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Multicultural Leadership Program Graduation Dinner Celebration
Mar. 31, 2012 - Mar. 31, 2012 , 6 p.m.
Paul Rusesabagina, the real-life hero of the Oscar nominated film Hotel Rwanda, will speak at the Multicultural Leadership Program Class of 2012 graduation March 31. Tickets for the Graduation Dinner Celebration are available to the public and may be purchased at www.bn-mclp.org....More Info
Cost: $50 Event Type: Other
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DoubleTree Conference Center
10 Brickyard Drive
Bloomington, IL 61701
308-438-3417
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