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Normal Public Library
Outcasts United Book Discussion
Saturday, March 13
2:00
Normal Public Library
Community Room
Join Normal Public Library staff in their Community Room for a 2 p.m. book
discussion about Outcasts United: An American Town, A Refugee Team, and
One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference*, by Warren St. John.
Movie Series: Bend it Like Beckham
Saturday, March 20
1:30
Bloomington Public Library
Community Room
Join us in the Community Room for an airing of Bend it Like Beckham.
Movie Series: The Cup
Saturday, March 27
1:30
Bloomington Public Library
Community Room
Join us in the Community Room for the airing of The Cup (subtitled).
Conflicts and Refugees
Sunday, March 28
2:00
Normal Public Library
Community Room
Normal Community High School Social Studies teacher Kelly Keogh will give a
presentation about refugees and the conflicts they encounter both in their
homelands and as they attempt to assimilate into our culture.
Movie Series: Kicking It
Saturday, April 3
1:30
Normal Public Library
Community Room
Join us in the Community Room for the airing of Kicking It.
Outcasts United Book Discussion
Tuesday, April 6
6:30
Bloomington Public Library
Community Room
Join Normal Public Library staff in their Community Room for a 2 p.m. book
discussion about Outcasts United: An American Town, A Refugee Team, and
One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference, by Warren St. John.
Crossroads Global Handcrafts: Fair Trade at its Best
Thursday, April 8
7:00
Bloomington Public Library
Community Room
Learn about Fair Trade - an organized social movement and market-based
approach that aims to help producers in developing countries and promote
sustainability - while gaining insight into this gem of a chop that's
located in Downtown Bloomington. During the presentation, attendees will
also have an opportunity to interact with items from the shop.
Movie Series: War Dance
Saturday, April 10
1:30
Normal Public Library
Community Room
Join us in the Community Room for the airing of War Dance.
Author Presentation - Warren St. John Discusses Outcasts United
Monday, April 12
7:00
Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
Warren St. John author of Outcasts United: An American Town, A Refugee
Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference, will speak at the
Bloomington-Normal Marriott Hotel & Conference Center in Uptown Normal.
Soccer and the Developing World
Saturday, April 17
2:00
Normal Public Library
Community Room
In many developing countries where children have almost nothing, they still
have soccer. Even in the poorest villages it is common to see players
kicking balls fashioned from plastic bags and twine. Visiting Illinois
Wesleyan University professor Olukayode Ajayi will explore the relationship
between Africans and soccer and share his experiences on an all-African
soccer team in the Bloomington-Normal City Soccer League.
Folklorist Margaret Read MacDonald's Storytime
Thursday, April 29
Bloomington Public Library
Community Room
Join us for lively tales from world folklore presented by folklorist and
storyteller Dr. Margaret Read MacDonald. MacDonald's performances always
involve her audiences in lively interaction through song, chant, and
movement. She delights in discovering and sharing joyful folktales from the
world's many cultures, and she encourages her audiences to keep sharing
them. MacDonald's tellings are a delight for both young and old.
Journey to the Cross
Journey to the Cross
An Easter learning experience for our community
Smell, taste, touch, hear, see and experience Holy Week in new ways. Grab
your passport and travel through sites Jesus visited from Palm Sunday
through Easter. FREE admission!
Saturday, March 13, 2-5 pm
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church
1822 E. Lincoln St.
Bloomington, IL 61704
www.OurRedeemerLCMS.net
309-662-3935
CCHS Sound Of Music
Central Catholic High School proudly presents The Sound of Music. Shows
will be Friday March 12th and Saturday March 13th at 7pm in the CCHS
auditorium at 1201 Airport Rd in Bloomington. Tickets are $8 for adults and
$5 for students and senior citizens. Tickets can be reserved in advance by
filling out the general public ticket order form found on Central's website
(www.blmcchs.org). Order forms can also be picked up in the school's main
office. Ticket orders are due by Friday March 5th, after this date all
tickets must be purchased at the door the night of the show.
Downtown Bloomington Association
Friday, April 2
First Friday – Art Showcase 5-8p
Come experience Downtown’s evening of shopping, dining, art and general urban hipness… Just for April, discover the vast and thriving downtown art scene! Downtown businesses turn into art galleries to feature sculpture, paintings, sketches, and jewelry. More information about First Friday can be found at www.downtownbloomington.org.
Downtown Bloomington Association
Friday, May 7
First Friday 5-8p
Come experience Downtown’s evening of shopping, dining, art and general urban hipness… Get off work, grab your coolest friend, and come Downtown to see and be seen! More information about First Friday can be found at www.downtownbloomington.org.
Downtown Bloomington Association
Saturday, May 15
Downtown Bloomington Farmers’ Market Kick Off 7:30a - noon
Join us for the kickoff of the Downtown Farmers' Market 13th season! Located on the courthouse square in Downtown Bloomington, the market connects local residents with local foods, baked goods and art every Saturday morning through October 31, 7:30 am until noon. Come down for the best produce, meats, cheeses, dog treats and baked goods; enjoy a cup of coffee and a breakfast treat; listen to the music; and see why so many take part in this Saturday morning ritual. Free. For further information visit the Downtown Bloomington Association website, www.downtownbloomington.org
Downtown Bloomington Association
Friday, June 4 First Friday Celebrates the Tour de Metro 5-8p
Just for June, the Downtown Bloomington Association and Rotary Club welcome you to this special evening tour showcasing Downtown residences. Cost for the 8th annual Tour de Metro is $25. For tickets call 309 829-9599 or visit www.downtownbloomington.org. If you would like to feature your Downtown living space in the 2010 Tour de Metro, please contact Jennifer Mullinix with the Downtown Bloomington Association at jmullinix@downtownbloomington.org.
Downtown Bloomington Association
Friday, July 2 First Friday 5-8p
Come experience Downtown’s evening of shopping, dining, art and general urban hipness… Get off work, grab your coolest friend, and come Downtown to see and be seen! More information about First Friday can be found at www.downtownbloomington.org.
Downtown Bloomington Association
Friday, September 3 First Friday 5-8p
Come experience Downtown’s evening of shopping, dining, art and general urban hipness… Get off work, grab your coolest friend, and come Downtown to see and be seen! More information about First Friday can be found at www.downtownbloomington.org.
Downtown Bloomington Association
Friday, October 1 First Friday Introduces Bags and Brats! 5-8p
For the first time, the B-N Sunrise Rotary and the Downtown Bloomington Association come together to bring the popular Bags and Brats event to a First Friday! Come play in the bags tournament, eat some brats, and have a great time exploring Downtown businesses, restaurants and pubs! All Bags and Brats proceeds to benefit the Midwest Food Bank. More information can be found at www.downtownbloomington.org.
Downtown Bloomington Association
Friday, October 29 Downtown Bloomington Trick or Treat 5-7p
Give your costumes a Halloween warm-up with our special evening of trick-or-treating and family fun. Visit Downtown merchants for goodies for the kids and treats (savings) for you! Like any neighborhood trick-or-treat, dress up festive or scary, fun or funky and walk Downtown streets for delightful treats. Participating businesses will be open from 5-7p. More information about the Downtown Trick-or-Treat can be found at www.downtownbloomington.org.
