McLean County Events
Chronicle Media Staff — July 18, 2017JULY 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.
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