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The Hideout
I am the first to admit that these 'energy teas' had be extremely suspicious. I thought they sounded like an energy drink which has never...
Apr 23, 2021


The Original Pinsaria
Whether you're new to town or you've been here for awhile, it's obvious that Bloomington-Normal has a lot of restaurants to choose from....
Apr 12, 2021


The Spot
Real talk... I was up until 2am working on a group project. With 2 weeks left of grad school and internship, I have a million things to...
Apr 7, 2021


Bloomington Farmer's Market
We had an awesome time at the Bloomington Farmer's Market over the weekend! We grabbed this apple cider butter from Silver Stag Farm and...
Aug 22, 2020


Fusion Brew
Fusion Brew is a place that holds a special place in my heart. I've been going to this place since it was basically located in a parking...
Jun 29, 2020


Carl's Ice Cream
An absolute staple for summer is ice cream and there are few places up to the high standards of Carl's! The Normal location is the go-to...
Jun 25, 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 10, 2020


Bike Riding and Hiking at Dawson Lake
I am a sucker for some good smelling nature with views, and that's exactly what Dawson Lake is. If you have a way to get your bike there,...
May 22, 2020


Red Raccoon Games
If there's a simple joy that we all discovered during quarantine, it was board games and puzzles. I have personally always loved both of...
May 18, 2020


Coffee Hound
One of the absolute highlights of Bloomington-Normal is the fact that we have three Coffee Hound locations. Serving locally roasted craft...
May 7, 2020


Kite Flying at Maxwell Park
In high school, I discovered that flying kites could actually be really fun. However, your experience is highly dependent on a few...
May 24, 2019


Fort Jesse Cafe
If you've never been to Fort Jesse Cafe, you may not believe the hype. This is one of the most beloved spots in the 309 and for good...
Apr 4, 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
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