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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
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Playing Slots at the Riverboat Casino
Full disclosure: gambling is not usually my thing. I'm not usually a risk taker. With that being said, I was drawn to the Riverboat...
Apr 21, 2021
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Casey's Garden Shop
We just went out and bought our Christmas tree! If you’re still looking to purchase a tree, check out Casey's Garden Shop. Their customer...
Dec 2, 2020
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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
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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 19, 2019
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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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McLean County Museum of History
Although hard to miss in historic downtown Bloomington, the McLean County Museum of History can often be passed over by locals. The...
Jan 29, 2019
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Christmas Shopping in Uptown Normal
One of my simple pleasures during the holiday season is strolling through Uptown Normal with warm beverage and checking out all of the...
Dec 11, 2018
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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
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Jaycee's Christmas Parade
This was an event that was way outside of my comfort zone, but when I commit to a to-do list, I COMMIT. I may have been the only adult...
Dec 8, 2018
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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
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Real Evergreen Tree Farm
There is nothing I love more than a freshly cut Christmas tree. The smell of a real tree in your house during the holidays is unmatched....
Nov 27, 2018
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