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Hacienda Leon
There are a lot of Mexican restaurants in the area, and we will likely recommend all of them for one reason or another. With that being...
Jun 3, 2021


Cornbelters Game
One of our favorite things to do in the spring and summer is head to the Corn Crib for a Cornbelters game. In recent years, they have...
May 27, 2021


Painting Pottery at Artful Designs
Artful Designs is one of the recommendations that spans back YEARS for me. I can guarantee that this activity is kid-friendly because...
May 26, 2021


Medici
One of the best places to go for a nice dinner is none other than Medici in Uptown Normal. The inside of this restaurant is so cool that...
May 15, 2021


Strolling White Oak Park
If you're looking for a taste of the outdoors, look no further than White Oak Park. With a paved one mile track around the lake, this is...
Apr 17, 2021


Kuchie's on the Water
When you think of vacation, you probably don't think of Peoria. However, Kuchie's gives you the complete feel of being somewhere...
Mar 20, 2021


Blono Pizza Co. and the Golf Learning Center
As someone who has been golfing since high school, I was extremely excited when Blono Pizza Company took over the restaurant space...
Mar 18, 2021


The Proving Ground
This just might be your new hobby! Part of the reason 'adventure' is in our name is because we enjoy trying new things, including...
Mar 11, 2021


Crafted
We finally tried the hottest new spot - Crafted! One of us ordered an iced coffee with sugar-free cookie dough/almond milk and the other...
Mar 7, 2021


Lil Beaver
If there's one thing we love it's the fact that Lil Beaver decided to improve their entire building, including adding a kitchen. Before...
Jan 30, 2021


Ancho and Agave
Ancho and Agave is, in our opinion, the most beautiful taco joint in town. We love weird flavor combinations and this place allows you to...
Jul 31, 2020


Kayak Rentals at Moraine View
It’s a beautiful day out so why not spend it outside?? Over the weekend we headed to Moraine View just outside town to do some kayaking....
Jun 9, 2020


Bowling at Pheasant Lanes
Bowling is an oldie but a goodie! I always forget how much fun bowling is until I get there and start playing. I'm also lucky if a break...
Mar 18, 2019


Basketball Game at Redbird Arena
One of our most recommended activities for anyone in winter is an ISU basketball game at Redbird Arena. Regardless of your team loyalty,...
Feb 7, 2019


Hockey at Grossinger Motors Arena
As a townie, I have been a fan of watching hockey at the newly named Grossinger Motors Arena since high school. They have played in a...
Dec 9, 2018


Bloomington Ice Center
Formerly known as the Pepsi Ice Center, the Bloomington Ice Center is the go-to place for all activities on ice year round! A common...
Dec 5, 2018


Haunted Trail
One of the things I most look forward to during spooky season is the Haunted Trail! This 1/4 mile walk down the Constitution Trail is fun...
Oct 26, 2018


A Day at Tanner's Orchard
One of the highlights of central Illinois autumn is an annual visit to Tanner's Orchard in Speer, IL. Although somewhat of a trek, there...
Oct 23, 2018


Rader Family Farms
It is safe to say we are blessed to have Rader Family Farms in the 309. If you are anything like us, you thrive in the cool, fall air....
Sep 27, 2018


Live Music at Six Strings Club
If you are a country music fan, one of the few places in the area that you can see a live show is Six Strings. With tailgates for seats,...
Aug 28, 2017
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