JULY 20

 

Movie Matinee: ‘Shall We Dance’

Thursday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Normal Public Library, 206 W. College

Free

Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers comedy about an ocean voyage. For more information, call (309) 433-3495.

 

Franklin Park Concert and Ice Cream Social

Thursday, 6-8 p.m.

Corner of Walnut and McLean, Bloomington

Free concert

Bring your own seating to enjoy the ice cream social (begins at 6 p.m.) and the music (7-8 p.m.). For more information, call (309) 434-2260.

 

JULY 21

 

Disney Dance at the YWCA

Friday, 5 p.m.

YWCA McLean County Gym, 1201 N. Hershey Rd., Bloomington

$20 for family of 4 (2 adults; 2 children), $10 for extra guest

All members of the family can dress as their favorite Disney character and participate in guided dances and other activities. For more information, call (309) 662-7826.

 

Bloomington Bobcats Baseball Game

Friday, 6-9:30 p.m.

O’Neil Pool, 1515 W. Chestnut

Free

For more information, visit bloomingtonbobcats.com.

 

Good Guys Concert on the Lawn

Friday, 6-9 p.m.

Castle Gardens, 1280 P. J. Keller Hwy., Lexington

$15

The group Stone & Snow will provide soulful Indie Rock music. Bring a picnic but no beverages. Beverages must be purchased on site. For more information, call (309) 826-6916.

 

Country Idol Contest with 107.7 & 92.1 The Bull

Friday, 6-11 p.m.

Mackinaw Valley Vineyard, 33633 State Rte. 9

$10; kids 12 & under free

Gretchen Wirtz will be the Master of Ceremonies for the evening and there will be 3 judges to determine the winning contestants. For more information, call (309) 359-9463.

 

JULY 21-22

 

Art Show: The Incurable Romantic

Friday & Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Joe McCauley Art Gallery, Heartland Community College, 1500 W. Raab Rd., Normal

Free

Artist Michele Peterson combines drawn and painted elements in her still life, landscape and figurative paintings. For more information, call (309) 268-8599.

 

JULY 22

 

Farmers’ Market

Saturday, 7:30 a.m.

200 N. Main St., Bloomington

Free

In addition to the usual market offerings, there will be live music, cooking demos and a Kids’ Zone. For more information, call (309) 829-9599.

 

Zoo Olympics

Saturday, noon-3 p.m.

Miller Park Zoo, 1020 S. Morris, Bloomington

Free with Zoo admission

Compete with other Zoo guests in Zookeeper themed contests. For more information, call (309) 434-2250.

 

Board Game Day at the Library

Saturday, 1-4 p.m.

Normal Public Library, 206 W. College Ave.

Free

Drop in any time to check out a wide variety of board games suitable for everyone from beginners to advanced tabletop gamers. For more information, call (309) 452-1757.

 

Children’s Concert

Saturday, 2:30 p.m.

Presser Hall, IWU, 1210 Parks St., Bloomington

Free

Children will create their own percussion instruments and help make music with the performers on stage. Hosted by the Illinois Chamber Music Festival. For more information, call (309) 556-3547.

 

Bluegrass & Brass on the Grass

Saturday, 4-6 p.m.

Broadview Mansion, 1301 S. Fell Ave., Normal

Free

The event features music by the Twin Cities Brass Quarter from 4-4:45 and New Legacy Music from 5-6. There also will be tours of the Mansion and Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt will be available. For more information, call (309) 452-6710.

 

Medici Craft Beer & Jazz Street Fair

Saturday, 4-10 p.m.

11 Uptown Circle, Normal

$5

Over 45 craft beers will be available for sampling. In addition there will be jazz music on the stage. Children’s Discovery Museum benefits. For more information, call (309) 454-9557.

 

10th Annual Sing for Wishes

Saturday, 6-9 p.m.

Gill Street Sports Bar & Restaurant, 3002 Gill St., Bloomington

$5 cover charge

The McLean Area Regional Council of Make-A-Wish Illinois will be hosting the event. For more information, call (309) 242-1588.

 

CornBelters Carly Patterson Night

Saturday, 6:35-9:35 p.m.

The Corn Crib, 1000 W. Raab Rd., Normal

$12

The 2004 Olympic Gold Medalist Carly Patterson will throw out the first pitch and will be available for autographs and pictures. The opposing team will be the Thunderbolts. For more information, call (309) 454-2255.

 

Ebenezer UMC Ice Cream Social in McLean

Saturday, 4-7 p.m.

Ebenezer United Methodist Church, 1971 E. 550 North Rd., McLean

Free will offering

Menu includes sandwiches, chips, drinks, homemade pies and cake and homemade ice cream. For more information, call (309) 874-2304.

 

Bubblegum Jack Reunion at the Vineyard

Saturday, 7-11 p.m.

Mackinaw Valley Vineyard, 33633 State Rt.. 9

$5 cover; reserved deck seating $5 extra

Enjoy the fun and music of Bubblegum Jack. For more information, call (309) 359-9463.

 

JULY 22-23

 

Saturday & Sunday, 8 a.m.-noon

Hancock Stadium, Main Street, Normal

$25 per person

Easterseals fundraiser teams walker with a local child who works with Easterseals to overcome challenges. For more information, call (309) 663-8275.

 

JULY 23

 

Movies in the Park in Downs

Sunday, 7 p.m.

Dooley Park Pavilion, 1 Dooley Park Way

Free

Bring your own seating to enjoy the movie ‘Finding Nemo’ on the big screen. Movie begins at dusk. Free popcorn and cotton candy. For more information, visit villageofdowns.org.

 

JULY 26

 

Downs Village Market

Wednesday, 4-6 p.m.

103 W. Franklin St.

Free

For more information, call (309) 378-4396.

–McLean County Events–