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Upcoming Events in Bloomington Illinois


January

Free In Home Wine Tasting - Schedule a free in-home wine tasting that offers you and your friends the opportunity to try exclusive, reasonably priced wines from around the world! I provide everything from the wine to the glasses for your home or office party. Your event will be both fun and informative for you and your wine-loving guests. It's a great chance stock up on wine for the season or shop for presents - we have terrific wine accessories and a Wine of the Month Club that makes a perfect gift. Just pick a date and contact me to schedule your free wine tasting!

Address: Your Home/Office , Bloomington, Illinois
Ph: 309-310-4453 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: winetastingwithvanessa@gmail.com
Web: www.myttv.com/vanessa13467
Fee: Free

March

2 Internal Beauty - Celebrate Internal Beauty with the USA Ballet Youth Ensemble on March 20th at 7:00pm. Being performed is The Mind, a neo-classical piece that delves into our inner most thoughts and feelings. The 'girl' is being danced by Tatiana Masi, the 'past' by Breanne D'Costa, and the 'future' by Elizabeth Orwig. The Mind was originally created for the USA Ballet Company in 2002.

The second piece of the evening is Colors which was created on the Youth Ensemble by Artistic Director, Michelle Holmes-Bello. Separate we are all beautiful, but together we are breath-taking.

Address: Westbrook Auditorium, Illinois Wesleyan University , Bloomington, Illinois
Ph: 309.665.0300 (Always call and confirm events)
Fax: 309.665.0021
Email: drb@usaballet.org
Web: usaballet.org
Fee: $10 reserved seating

October

8 - 5 Bloomington Farmers Market - With 3,000 people expected to visit the market per week it is sure to be another success. There will be many farmers attending with produce form the entire state of Illinois. 6:45am to 11:00am, Downtown Bloomington (every Saturday through October).

Ph: (309) 829-9599 (Always call and confirm events)
Fee: Free.

November

26 Trinity Lutheran Holly Days Holiday Extravaganza! - Join us for a fun day out for the family with door prizes, shopping from local craftors and home party vendors, fun for kids, music, food, mini massages and much, much more!

Address: Trinity Lutheran School. 1102 West Hamilton, Bloomington. , Bloomington, Illinois
Web: www.trinluth.org
Fee: Free

14 - 16 The Baby Fold Festival of Trees - The Baby Fold's Festival of Trees is a long-standing community tradition that has been providing critical funding to local children’s programs for 28 years. Your support through the purchase of beautifully decorated trees, wreaths, or holiday décor in our silent auction helps families and children in need. The Baby Fold's programs are necessary to the health, well-being, and future of our community's youth. The funds raised by The Festival of Trees help create a better future for 1200 children every year. Thank you for your support.

You are invited to kick-off the holiday season and experience all the wonderful things the Festival of Tress has to offer. Come enjoy the sights with the spectacular Christmas trees, gingerbread houses, and Christmas attractions for festival-goers of all ages!

The 2021 Festival of Trees will be a holiday marketplace offering both virtual and safe in-person options. The Baby Fold's mobile auction website will allow you to browse, bid, and purchase auction items on your mobile device from the safety and convenience of your home. See website for details.

Thursday - Saturday, Curbside pickup Sunday

Address: Interstate Center, 1106 Interstate Drive , Bloomington, Illinois
Ph: 309-451-7205 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.thebabyfold.org/festivaloftrees
Directions and Attractions Highway: I-55 or I-74 to Exit 160 West. A few miles on the right. Interesection: I-55 or I-74 to Exit 160 West. A few miles on the right.

December

24 Historic Holiday Mansion Tours - Visit five gorgeous historic mansions - all exceptionally decorated for the holidays in their own style and time period. Each Mansion has its own unique story to tell. Discover the hidden secrets in these Bloomington-Normal Historic Mansions!

Ph: (309) 828-1084 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: suzie@visitbn.org
Web: www.visitbn.org

9 - 12 State Farm Holiday Classic - One of the largest co-ed high school holiday basketball tournaments in the nation showcases great talent and unbelievable basketball in Bloomington-Normal. "The Best Basketball This Side of March!"

Ph: (800) 433-8226 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.theclassic.org

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Prarie Aviation Museum

Highlights the History of Aviation from the Wright Brothers to Illinois Astronauts. View or take a ride in the restored legendary DC-3 that has assumed a place of honor as one of only seven aircraft listed on the National Register of Historic Places

Bloomington, IL Aviation

David Davis Mansion

This 19th Century mansion was the home of United States Supreme Court Justice, David Davis, mentor to Abraham Lincoln. The mansion, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was built in 1872. Several annual Festivals include the Glorious Garden Walk and Mr. Lincoln's Birthday.

Bloomington, IL Historic Homes

Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts

Built in 1922 to house the original American Passion Play, the landmark former Scottish Rite Temple is the centerpiece of downtown Bloomington's new Cultural District. The Performing Arts Center, with a 1200 seat theatre and 1000

Bloomington, IL Performing Arts Centers

Miller Park Pavilion

This unique landmark was restored in 1977. The Korean/ Vietnam War Memorial was dedicated in May of 1988

Bloomington, IL Memorials


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