2015 Visitor Guide
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2015 Visitor Guide
2 0 1 5 O F F I C I A L V I S I TO R G U I D E BLOOMINGTON-NORMAL ILLINOIS Be e N chanted Our charming communities invite you to take a look inside for all that our area has to offer! what’s BLOOMINGTON-NORMAL AREA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU Welcome to Bloomington-Normal! Our visitor guide provides you with all the resources that are essential for you to have a memorable experience while you are visiting Bloomington-Normal and McLean County. This guide introduces our unique attractions, outstanding hotels, major events and community info. This year’s guide features a very special visitor, one of our Illinois ambassadors 3201 CIRA Drive, Suite 201 Bloomington, Illinois 61704 309.665.0033 • 800.433.8226 Fax: 309.661.0743 VisitBN.org VISITBN 2015 Official Visitor Guide FOLLOW US FOR THE LATEST NEWS & EVENTS IN AND AROUND BN FACEBOOK.COM/VisitBN TWITTER.COM/VisitBN YOUTUBE.COM/user/bnacvb PINTEREST.COM/VisitBN INSTAGRAM.COM/Visit_BN for tourism, Mini Abe. Mini Abe sightings will be highlighted throughout the guide and we hope you will have fun visiting his favorite places to dine, sightsee and behave mischievously. We are proud to be a stop on the Looking for Lincoln Heritage Trail and the iconic Route 66. The Children’s Discovery Museum, the David Davis Mansion and the McLean County Museum of History are just a few of our many attractions. Enjoy premier entertainment with the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts, the U.S. Cellular Coliseum or events on the campuses of Illinois State University and Illinois Wesleyan University. We are proud to be the headquarters for State Farm Insurance, Mitsubishi Motors North America, Country Financial and the renowned Beer Nuts. Our diversity in business, education and celebrated hospitality continues to make Bloomington-Normal a remarkable place to live and visit. Whether you are here for business or pleasure, we hope you enjoy your visit and return often. Best Regards, Crystal Howard Director Bloomington-Normal Area Convention and Visitors Bureau The Bloomington-Normal Area Visitor Guide is published annually by the Bloomington-Normal Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (BNACVB) and is distributed locally and nationally throughout the calendar year. For advertising information, questions or comments about the Visitor Guide, please contact our office. The BNACVB has made every attempt to verify the information contained in this guide, and assumes no liability for incorrect or outdated information. The Bureau is a publicly funded organization and does not evaluate restaurants, attractions or events listed in this guide. The BNACVB implements a Hotel Standards program to provide hotel quality assurance for area visitors. All information herein is based on materials submitted directly from the organization or business entity or through telephone surveys. Any admission fees or rates quoted in this publication are effective through December 31, 2015. Graphic Designer Rachael Behrens Tari Renner Mayor of Bloomington Chris Koos Mayor of Normal Crystal Howard Director, BNACVB © 2014 BNACVB. All Rights Reserved. | December 2014—35K 2 6 10 16 22 Coffee Houses Fast Food Italian & Pizza Mexican Subs & Delis Steakhouses Bars & Nightlife Arts & Theatre Be in the Lime Light Art Galleries Theatre Entertainment Cinemas Museums & History History is Here Museums Historic Landmarks Sports & Play Keep Calm and Play Golf Golf Recreation & Sport Health Clubs Outdoors Homegrown and Handmade Agritourism Nature Area Wineries Parks & Recreation Aquatic Centers Parks & Camp Grounds Eat & Drink Eat Good, Feel Good American Asian, Indian & Mediterranean Bakeries & Treats Barbecue 32 36 42 48 55 Shopping Eat, Sleep, Shop Uptown & Downtown Malls Shopping Plazas Antiques BN Events Accommodations CVB Featured Hotels Hotels Bed & Breakfasts About BN Area Education Community Info Transportation Maps Uptown Normal Downtown Bloomington ISU & IWU BN Area Map 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 1 Be Be iN the Lime Light e N tertained Be dazzled by one of the unforgettable performances at the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts or Braden Auditorium at Illinois State University. The arts and theatre scene in BloomingtonNormal is inspiring, creative and cutting edge. The original American Passion Play is one of the oldest in the United States! Enjoy a performance of Shakespeare under the stars in the outdoor amphitheater at Ewing Cultural Center. Don’t forget to stop in one of our local artist galleries featuring original work or enjoy an exhibit at the McLean County Arts Center. Arts & Theatre T H E I L L I N O I S S TAT E U N I V E R S I T Y S C H O O L O F T H E AT R E & DA N C E P R E S E N T S M U LT I P L E S H O W S E AC H Y E A R AT T H E I R C E N T E R F O R P E R F O R M I N G A R T S . 2 AMERICAN PASSION PLAY ILLINOIS SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL Now in its 92nd season - which runs March 21 - April 11, 2015 This festival exemplifies a long-established tradition of – the American Passion Play is one of the oldest continuously professional theatre devoted to performing the plays of William performed passion plays in the United States. This biblically Shakespeare and new work written in the spirit of Shakespeare. accurate performance takes the audience on a spiritual The festival has been named one of the ten best theatre festivals journey to Palestine in 30 A.D., where they travel with the anywhere by National Geographic. In addition to the mainstage living Christ, meet His Apostles and follow His ministry from show, theatre-goers can also enjoy behind the scene tours, live jazz the Sermon on the Mount to His resurrection and ascension. music, nightly Green Shows and ice cream socials with the cast The play features beautiful scenery, pipe organ music and live and crew. Spend a pleasant summer’s evening on the grassy lawn animals. of the Festival grounds with a picnic basket, bottle of wine and great friends before the show. 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 3 Prairie Fire Theatre Galaxy 14 Cinema I W U We s t b r o o k A u d i t o r i u m Timeless Presentations/Spirits of Bloomington H i s t o r i c a l No r m a l T h e a t e r 2 Ames Plaza West Bloomington, IL 61701 IWU.edu/Theatre \ 309.556.3232 P.O. Box 964 Normal, IL 61761 PrairieFireTheatre.org \ 309.824.3047 1210 North Park Street Bloomington, IL 61701 IWU.edu/Music \ 309.556.3061 TimelessPresentations.com \ 309.846.4306 ENTERTAINMENT Midwest Institute of Opera Mini Abe Sighting ART GALLERIES Castle Theatre Miller Park Outdoor Summer Theater CINEMAS 1020 South Morris Avenue Bloomington, IL 61701 BPARD.org \ 309.434.2260 209 East Washington Street Bloomington, IL 61701 TheCastleTheatre.com \ 309.820.0352 Capen Auditorium Illinois State University–Edwards Hall Normal, IL 61790 UPB.IllinoisState.edu \ 309.438.8814 M e r w i n & Wa k e l e y G a l l e r i e s Illinois Wesleyan University 6 Ames Plaza West Bloomington, IL 61702 IWU.edu/Art/Galleries \ 309.556.3822 209 West North Street Normal, IL 61761 NormalTheater.com \ 309.454.9722 National Register of Historic Places Located in Uptown Normal, the Normal Theater originally opened in 1937 and was the first movie theater in Bloomington-Normal built specifically for sound films. An Art Deco showplace with streamline design, the Normal Theater has been completely restored to its original condition. It now operates as a film center, showing classic, independent and world cinema films on the big screen. Palace 10 Cinema to the community. The 3,500-seat auditorium has been home to Broadway musicals, pop and country stars, touring variety shows, comedians and more. 415 Detroit Drive Bloomington, IL 61704 Carmike.com \ 309.661.2452 Eaton Studio & Gallery Timothy Kent Gallery & Framing Community Players Theatre 411 North Center Street Bloomington, IL 61701 EatonStudioGallery.com \ 309.828.1575 214 West Jefferson Street Bloomington, IL 61701 TimothyKentGallery.com \ 309.828.0611 201 Robinhood Lane Bloomington, IL 61701 CommunityPlayers.org \ 309.663.2121 201 McKnight Street Normal, IL 61761 StarplexCinemas.com \ 309.454.1373 Harold Gregor Studio University Galleries Conklin’s Barn II Dinner Theatre 313 North Main Street Bloomington, IL 61701 RheaEdge.com \ 309.829.2373 311 1\2 North Main Street Bloomington, IL 61701 HGregor.com \ 309.829.3951 Inside Out Accessible Art Gallery and Cooperative 318 North Main Street Bloomington, IL 61701 InsideOutArtCoop.org \ 309.820.0174 Illinois State University 110 Center for the Visual Arts Normal, IL 61790 FineArts.IllinoisState.edu/Galleries 309.438.5487 THEATRE American Passion Play 1451 Timberline Road Goodfield, IL 61742 Barn2.com \ 309.965.2545 Connie Link Amphitheatre 621 South Linden Street Normal, IL 61761 NormalParks.org \ 309.454.9540 Inside Out Accessible Art supports local visual arts by providing a sales gallery for over twenty artists and promoting the work of all interested local artists and galleries. IOAA’s family friendly gallery is open everyday but Sunday. 600 North East Street Bloomington, IL 61701 AmericanPassionPlay.org 309.829.3903 • 800.354.9640 Heartland Theatre Company McLean County Arts Center Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts ISU Center for the Performing Arts 600 North East Street Bloomington, IL 61701 ArtsBlooming.org 309.434.2777 • 866.686.9541 400 West Beaufort Street Normal, IL 61761 FineArts.IllinoisState.edu \ 309.438.2535 Braden Auditorium Ewing Cultural Center 48 Sunset Road Bloomington, IL 61701 TheFestival.org \ 309.438.8974 601 North East Street Bloomington, IL 61701 MCAC.org \ 309.829.0011 The McLean County Arts Center encourages and promotes the appreciation, study, cultivation, development, and practice of the arts in McLean County. The Center offers art classes, artist lectures, art workshops for children and adults, art exhibitions and a gift gallery. Indicates tours are available 100 North University Street Normal, IL 61761 BoneStudentCenter.IllinoisState.edu 309.438.5444 (box office) Located inside Illinois State University’s Bone Student Center, Braden Auditorium serves as the hub of student life at ISU and a landmark resource 1110 Douglas Street Normal, IL 61761 HeartlandTheatre.org \ 309.452.8709 Illinois Shakespeare Festival Illinois Symphony Orchestra 1702 Eastland Drive, Suite 206 Bloomington, IL 61704 ILSymphony.org 309.662.9840 • 309.434.2777 (box office) Starplex Cinemas LOVE’S LABOUR’S LOST by William Shakespeare RICHARD II by William Shakespeare The Q Brother’s Q GENTS by GQ and JAQ A Hip-hop adaptation of The Two Gentlemen of Verona LOVE’S LABOUR’S WON by Scott Kaiser A World Premier 2015 ILLINOIS SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL SE ASON July through August For tickets, call (309) 438-2535 or visit theFestival.org Ewing Cultural Center 48 Sunset Rd. Bloomington, Illinois ACTOR: NEIL MOELLER PHOTO: PETER GUITHER Beluga Press Studio 4 U.S. Cellular Coliseum ISU Center for the Performing Arts 400 West Beaufort Street Normal, IL 61761 MidwestInstituteOfOpera.org 309.438.2472 • 309.438.2535 (box office) 1111 Wylie Drive Bloomington, IL 61705 Wehrenberg.com \ 309.828.8081 A R T S & T H E AT R E IWU McPherson Theatre March 21–April 11, 2015 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 5 Be HISTORY is here... i N nspired Preserve the past and observe the present! BloomingtonNormal is filled with culturally significant history. The scope of museums and history in BN is richly diverse. Get your kicks on historic Route 66 at our new visitor center in the McLean County Museum of History or enjoy amazing hands on fun at the Children’s Discovery Museum. The Town of Normal will be celebrating 150 years in 2015 with activities running March - September, you can visit Normal.org for more details! The elegant 36 room David Davis Mansion offers tours and insight on the history of Abraham Lincoln. Also, if you are interested in aviation, stop by our Prairie Aviation Museum which highlights a Bell Sea Cobra and a Huey Helicopter. Museums & History Experience ILLINOIS E X H I B I T S T H AT R O TAT E E V E R Y S E A S O N . 6 Normal and the City of Bloomington. Running about 2,400 miles from Chicago to Santa Monica, California, Route 66 has become an American and international icon and pilgrimage. Our new Cruisin’ with Lincoln on 66 Visitor Center includes one wing dedicated to Route 66 and one wing dedicated to Abraham Lincoln with THE MCLEAN COUNTY MUSEUM OF H I S T O R Y F E AT U R E S AWA R D W I N N I N G The internationally recognized highway runs through both the Town of in B l loomington-Norma cohesiveness in décor. Interactive exhibits, video monitors, a gift shop, a children’s play area and visitor information are all available in the center. The new museum will be opening in 2015. 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 7 Children’s Discovery Museum 101 East Beaufort Street Normal, IL 61761 ChildrensDiscoveryMuseum.net 309.433.3444 © Photo by Joe Horine The David Davis Mansion 1000 Monroe Drive, Bloomington, IL 309-828-1084 daviddavismansion.org Normal’s Children’s Discovery Museum is three stories of amazing hands-on fun. Families can experience the thrill of hydropower in the Water Works exhibit! Power a city in the You’ve Got the Power Energy Challenge exhibit. Explore Healthy Kids-Healthy Future, featuring the Fresh Market and Healthy Pizza Café. For the artistic, Arts Ink features puppetry, the Imagination Theatre, a gigantic Paint Wall, and Art Studio. Visitors will enjoy climbing the two-story Luckey Climber and will want to experience an array of free science activities offered daily in the Museum’s Innovation Station. Explore, imagine, create and play at the Children’s Discovery Museum! Empire Township Historical Museum 405 East Center Street Le Roy, IL 61752 EmpireTownshipMuseum.com 309.468.8409 Funk Prairie Home and Gem & Mineral Museum 10875 Prairie Home Lane Shirley, IL 61772 FunkPrairieHomeMuseum.com 309.827.6792 G &W S c o u t M u s e u m 19053 Woodland Trail Bloomington, IL 61705 309.663.4259 TICKETS START AT ONLY $6! G&W Scout Museum is a privately funded museum of 1300 square feet featuring the following Scouts: Boys, Girls, Air, Sea, Campfire, and Lone Scouts. Visitors will find patches, drums, knives, clocks and numerous other new and aged Scouting memorabilia, as well as uniforms on mannequins. McLean County Museum of History 200 North Main Street Bloomington, IL 61701 MCHistory.org \ 309.827.0428 National Register of Historic Places The McLean County Museum of History contains permanent and rotating exhibits that explore the history of Central Illinois. The Museum traces its roots back to 1892, the year the McLean County Historical Society was founded. Today, the McLean County Museum of History features several exhibit galleries, over 18,000 objects in its collections, a library of nearly 10,000 volumes and over 1,500 linear feet of archives. The museum also offers many handson activities for children, educational programs and annual events including the Evergreen Cemetery Discovery Walk and Christmas at the Courthouse. McLean Depot Train Shop 200 East Dixie Road McLean, IL 61754 McLeanDepot.com \ 309.244.5900 The McLean Depot is currently a model railroad shop with a collection of railroad artifacts on display. HISTORIC LANDMARKS David Davis Mansion 1000 Monroe Drive Bloomington, IL 61701 DavidDavisMansion.org \ 309.828.1084 National Register of Historic Places This elegant, 36 room estate of Judge David Davis was completed in 1872 and is a model of mid-Victorian style and taste with Italianate and Second Empire architectural features. Davis, friend and mentor to Abraham Lincoln, served as a United States Supreme Court Justice and was a key contributor during Lincoln’s bid for the 1860 Presidential nomination. His Bloomington home, which remained in the Davis family for three succeeding generations, provided a focal point for the social, cultural and political life of the community. The estate offers tours for both groups and individuals. A self-guided exhibit, “Prologue to Presidency”, chronicles Lincoln’s and Davis’s journey from circuit riding lawyers to President and Supreme Court Justice. Sarah’s Garden, a restored 1872 cutting garden, is open upon request. Ewing Cultural Center 48 Sunset Road Bloomington, IL 61701 EwingManor.IllinoisState.edu 309.829.6333 L i n c o l n ’ s B l o o m i n g t o n - No r m a l Audio Tour 200 North Main Street Bloomington, IL 61701 MCHistory.org \ 309.827.0428 M a t t h e w T. S c o t t H o m e 227 North First Avenue Chenoa, IL 61726 ChenoaIL.org \ 815.945.4555 National Register of Historic Places Stevenson Graves at Evergreen Memorial Cemetery 302 East Miller Street Bloomington, IL 61701 Evergreen-Cemetery.com \ 309.827.6950 Trotter Fountain at Withers Park 204 East Washington Street Bloomington, IL 61701 309.242.3412 Mini Abe g Sighting MUSEUMS & HISTORY MUSEUMS Museum of History M i l l e r P a r k P a v i l i o n & Wa r Memorial 1020 South Morris Avenue Bloomington, IL 61701 BPARD.org \ 309.434.2260 Patton Log Cabin Lexington Park District Lexington, IL 61753 PattonCabin.yolasite.com \ 309.365.8779 National Register of Historic Places Mt. Hope Community Hall & History Museum Morgan and Clinton Streets McLean, IL 61754 309.275.4390 P r a i r i e Av i a t i o n M u s e u m 2929 East Empire Street Bloomington, IL 61704 PrairieAviationMuseum.org \ 309.663.7632 Rike House Museum 406 North Chestnut Street Le Roy, IL 61752 309.962.7141 Simpkins Military History Museum 605 East Cole Street Heyworth, IL 61745 SimpkinsMuseum.com \ 309.473.3989 309-454-BALL (2255) WWW.NORMALBASEBALL.COM Indicates tours are available 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 9 e N ergized S P O R T S & P L AY Be Bloomington Normal Area Golf Courses Tee it up in BloomingtonNormal! Boasting several superb 18-hole public courses, BN has options for both the recreational and competitive golfer. Our courses’ quality and affordability provide a standard unmatched in other areas of Illinois and the Midwest. Located just a couple of hours from Chicago, St. Louis and Indianapolis, BN is the perfect destination for a golf getaway! Bloomington-Normal’s courses include designs by Arnold Palmer and D.A Weibring, and also host a number of events each year including the COUNTRY Youth Classic, one of the nation’s premier youth golf tournaments. Whether you are playing for the first time or you are a repeat visitor, BN’s courses offer golf connoisseurs the best in Midwestern golf! KEEP CALM AND PLAY GOLF Country Youth Classic The mission of the COUNTRY Youth Classic is to provide a competitive, professionallyconducted youth golf tournament, and to generate tourism to the Bloomington-Normal area. Since 2002, the CYC has strived to provide a positive, competitive environment for junior golfers, ages 3 through 22, from across the country to around the world. The tournament includes 8 divisions for boys and girls and 3 special needs divisions, with awards presented to the top ten golfers in each division. In 2013, the COUNTRY Youth Classic won the “Outstanding Locally Sports & Play Created Event” award from the National Association of Sports Commissions. A 20 member committee with the assistance of 5 public golf courses continue to make the CYC a successful T H E S TAT E - O F -T H E A R T, M U LT I - P U R P O S E annual event. The 2015 event will take CO R N C R I B I S H O M E TO T H E N O R M A L place on June 29-July 1. Please visit C O R N B E LT E R S A N D H E A R T L A N D H AW K S . 10 CountryYouthClassic.com for more information. 11 Co GOLF COURSES & LEARNING CENTER THE DEN AT FOX CREEK , 3002 Fox Creek Road, Bloomington, IL 61704 TheDenGC.com \ 309.434.2300 the at FOX CREEK An Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course les 18 72 6926 • • • This Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course features generous bentgrass fairways and smooth undulating greens. With plenty of risk/reward opportunities and four sets of tees to choose from, you’re assured a fun and challenging round of golf. A large practice area is available both before your round and to improve your game. HAZY HILLS GOLF COURSE , 25256 North 1350 East Road, Hudson, IL 61748 Hazy Hills Ho Pr o D r Shop C a iv i /C se r t n g lub Ya Re Ra R rd e nt ag Pa a l n g e ntal e r ur HazyHillsGolf.com \ 309.726.9200 9 35 2900 • • 18 70 5539 • • The nine-hole course at the Hazy Hills Golf Course in Hudson was designed by Ben Gildersleeve. The design of the holes, rolling terrain and pond give this course character and charm. HIGHLAND PARK GOLF COURSE , 1613 South Main Street, Bloomington, IL 61701 HighlandParkGC.com \ 309.434.2200 This parkland style golf course offers bentgrass fairways lined by beautiful, mature trees. The hilly terrain of the course coupled with a beautiful, meandering creek creates a very scenic golf course and ensures an enjoyable round of golf. INDIAN SPRINGS GOLF CLUB , 37180 Comanche Drive, Saybrook, IL 61770 INDIAN SPRINGS 1 8 GolfAtIndianSprings.net \ 309.475.4111 7 5 9 36 3180 SPORTS & PLAY • • • 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. This course features a challenging, tree-lined layout with two sets of tees. The practice facilities include an oversized putting green with a side bunker and a full length driving range. Outings, playdays and banquets are welcome but require scheduling in advance. IRONWOOD GOLF COURSE , 1901 North Towanda Avenue, Normal, IL 61761 GolfIronwood.org \ 309.454.9620 18 72 7100 • • • 9 29 1590 • • • 18 72 6745 • • • Champion Fields at Maxwell Park The Corn Crib The Den at Fox Creek Hancock Stadium at ISU Pepsi Ice Center Shirk Center at IWU U.S. Cellular Coliseum Weibring Golf Club at ISU Designed by highly regarded golf course designer Roger Packard, the Ironwood Golf Course meanders through the Ironwood residential subdivision. Course features include a grass tee driving range, large practice putting green, practice bunker and instruction for golfers of all ages at the Golf Academy at Ironwood. THE LINKS AT IRELAND GROVE , 3807 Ballybunion Road, Bloomington, IL 61704 TheLinksAtIrelandGrove.com \ 309.661.8040 In addition to the nine-hole course, The Links at Ireland Grove offers a range with weather protected hitting bays, over an acre of target greens, several bunkers, two fairways, nearly two acres of natural grass hitting area and rental clubs. PRAIRIE VISTA GOLF COURSE , 502 West Hamilton Road, Bloomington, IL 61704 PrairieVistaGC.com \ 309.434.2217 2 This player-friendly course, designed by Roger Packard, features bentgrass tees, greens, fairways and four sets of tees to choose from. The course blends playability and challenge in a manner to create an enjoyable golf experience. Other course amenities include a large practice putting green, large practice chipping green and a grass driving range. WEIBRING GOLF CLUB AT ISU , 800 West Gregory Street, Normal, IL 61790 ISUGolf.com \ 309.438.8065 18 71 6915 • • 4 Weibring Golf Club features 18 rebuilt greens and two practice greens, bentgrass tees and fairways, Bunker Guard erosion control and tour-quality Best Sand. This course accommodates approximately 28,000 rounds per year and hosts more than 100 tournaments and outings. THE GOLF LEARNING CENTER , 1304 Cross Creek Drive, Normal, IL 61761 AllSeasonsGLC.com \ 309.829.4653 Named one of Golf Range Magazine’s Top 100 Ranges in America, the center offers both indoor and outdoor facilities, a full flight driving range, 35 heated hitting bays and two heated teaching bays. Lessons and a Full Swing Indoor Golf Simulator are available. • • 3 6 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 13 AMF Circle Lanes Bowling 1225 Holiday Drive Bloomington, IL 61704 AMF.com \ 309.663.7402 Challenger Learning Center Heartland Community College 1500 West Raab Road Normal, IL 61761 ChallengerLearningCenter.com 309.268.8700 Champion Fields at Maxwell Park Corner of Parkside Road and Gregory Street Normal, IL 61761 NormalParks.org \ 309.454.9540 Champion Fields is a 10 diamond softball/baseball complex considered to be one of the best in the Midwest. Since the facility was completed in 2000 it has played host to eight ASA National Youth Fastpitch Tournaments, numerous state tournaments and countless weekend tournaments throughout the spring, summer and fall. Champion Fields is the proud host of the 2015 ASA/USA Girl’s 10 A National Fastpitch Championship July 26 – August 2. Chuck’s Caddy Club Miniature Golf at Miller Park 1020 South Morris Avenue Bloomington, IL 61701 BPARD.org 309.434.2260 Community Soccer Fields Corner of Ireland Grove & Towanda Barnes Bloomington, IL 61704 309.451.GOAL D a r n a l l ’ s G u n Wo r k s & R a n g e s Pepsi Ice Center U.S. Cellular Coliseum 101 South Madison Street Bloomington, IL 61701 USCellularColiseum.com \ 309.434.2843 11 Currency Drive Bloomington, IL 61704 GoldsGym.com \ 309.661.GOLD Game Time Gym II Pheasant Lanes Family Fun Center The U.S. Cellular Coliseum in Downtown Bloomington is a premier venue for downstate entertainment and family recreation. The Coliseum hosts a variety of sporting events, concerts, ice shows, family shows, conferences and much more. It is also home to the Bloomington EDGE of the Championship Professional Indoor Football League, the Bloomington Flex basketball team and the Bloomington Thunder of the United States Hockey League. The Coliseum boasts over 180,000 square feet of space with a fixed seating capacity of 2,900-8,000 for any event type. Gold’s Gym Express 6125 East 1175 North Road Bloomington, IL 61705 Darnalls.com \ 309.379.4331 404 Olympia Drive Bloomington, IL 61704 GameTimeGym.com \ 309.662.9520 Grady’s Family Fun Park 1501 Morrissey Drive Bloomington, IL 61701 GradysFunPark.com \ 309.662.3332 Illinois Coaches Association Golf Hall of Fame Prairie Vista Golf Course 502 West Hamilton Road Bloomington, IL 61704 ICACoach.org \ 309.434.2217 ISU Bowling & Billiards Center 400 West Locust Street Normal, IL 61790 BoneStudentCenter.IllinoisState.edu/ Bowling-Billiards \ 309.438.2555 ISU Planetarium ISU Felmley Hall of Science Normal, IL 61790 PHY.ILSTU.edu/~trw/Planet.html 309.438.8756 McLean County Fairgrounds 1106 Interstate Drive Bloomington, IL 61705 McLeanCountyFair.org \ 309.663.6497 201 South Roosevelt Street Bloomington, IL 61701 PepsiIceCenter.com \ 309.434.2737 804 North Hershey Road Bloomington, IL 61704 PheasantLanes.net \ 309.663.8556 Ride The Nine 503 North Prospect Road Bloomington, IL 61704 RideTheNine.com \ 309.662.1009 Sudden Impact Paintball 7290 East 550 North Road McLean, IL 61754 SIPaintball.net \ 309.874.3338 Synergy Flight Center 2823 East Empire Street Bloomington, IL 61704 SynergyFBO.net \ 309.828.4448 Upper Limits Indoor Climbing Gym 1304 West Washington Street Bloomington, IL 61701 UpperLimits.com \ 309.829.8255 U r b a n Wa r f a r e I n d o o r Paintball 14088 Prairie Commercial Park Unit 5 Bloomington, IL 61704 PaintballUrbanWarfare.com \ 309.261.2596 HEALTH CLUBS C r o s s F i t B l o o m i n g t o n - No r m a l Gold’s Gym 1503 East College Avenue Normal, IL 61761 GoldsExpress.com \ 309.451.GOLD S P O R T S & P L AY RECREATION & SPORT LA Fitness 2103 North Veterans Parkway Bloomington, IL 61704 LAFitness.com \ 309.319.9040 T h e Wo r k o u t C o m p a n y 419 North Kays Drive Normal, IL 61761 TheWorkoutCompany.org \ 309.454.2582 Mini Abe Sighting The Corn Crib 401 Bronco Drive Bloomington, IL 61704 CrossFitBloomingtonNormal.com 309.662.5678 Four Seasons Health Club 904 Four Seasons Road Bloomington, IL 61701 4Seasons-Club.com \ 309.663.2022 2401 Airport Road Bloomington, IL 61704 4Seasons-Club.com \ 309.661.8611 McLean County Pony Fields at the Shira Baseball Complex 3707 Ireland Grove Road Bloomington, IL 61704 McPonyBaseball.com \ 309.662.7669 The Corn Crib 1000 West Raab Road Normal, IL 61761 NormalBaseball.com \ 309.454.BALL The state-of-the-art, multi-purpose Corn Crib is the newest sports facility in Bloomington-Normal and is home to both the Normal CornBelters of the independent Frontier League and Heartland Community College athletic teams. The stadium can hold approximately 7,000 fans with just over 4,000 fixed seats and plenty of lawn seating. The Corn Crib’s amenities include an adaptable SprintTurf playing surface, kid zone, 11 luxury suites, picnic area and team store. The Corn Crib hosts baseball, softball and soccer games, concerts, charitable fundraisers, scout sleepovers and other off-season events. 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 15 Be Explore the great outdoors! BloomingtonNormal offers many ways to stay active. Enjoy a bicycle ride or walk on the Constitution Trail, i N vigorated hiking or canoeing at Evergreen Lake or a Bloomington-Normal is rich in agritourism! Downtown Bloomington and Uptown Normal are proud to host seasonal Farmers’ Markets throughout the year. Epiphany Farms, one of the area’s most unique dining experiences, gives tours along with hands on education of the farm to fork process. They provide the advantage of enjoying locally grown farm products served at their restaurants in Bloomington. Agritourism is also Outdoors O U R FA R M E R S ’ M A R K E T S I N D O W N T O W N 16 unique activity like water sliding at Anderson Park & Aquatic Center Center. represented at White Oak Vineyards. Here they educate visitors on the process of making wine followed by a personalized tasting experience. Rader Family Farms represents recreation and event agritourism in our area. They use their farm land for B LO O M I N GTO N A N D U P TOW N N O R M A L O F F E R festivals, corn mazes, children’s activities and hay rides. All of L O C A L P R O D U C E , A R T WA L K S , A N D VA R I O U S F E S T I V I T I E S . these events draw in thousands of visitors annually. 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 17 PARKS & RECREATION Barn Quilt Heritage Trail Bloomington Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department McLeanCountyBarnQuilts.com 115 East Washington Street Bloomington, IL 61701 BPARD.org \ 309.434.2260 Downtown Bloomington Farmers’ Market & Artists’ Alley The Bloomington Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department is composed of five divisions working jointly to accomplish its’ mission of maintaining and enhancing the quality of life for all citizens of Bloomington by providing park, recreation and leisure opportunities. The Department maintains over 1,100 acres of land including 44 park sites, three golf courses, two aquatic facilities and an ice rink. The Department also offers programs, classes and facilities for all ages. Parks are open from 6:00AM to 10:00PM, alcoholic beverages are prohibited and pets must be leashed. Downtown Bloomington DowntownBloomington.org \ 309.829.9599 Epiphany Farms Hospitality Group 220 East Front Street Bloomington, IL 61701 EpiphanyFarms.com \ 309.828.2323 Funks Grove Pure Maple Sirup 5257 Old Route 66 Shirley, IL 61772 FunksMapleSirup.com \ 309.874.3360 Rader Family Farms 1238 Ropp Road Normal, IL 61761 309.275.8765 Constitution Trail ConstitutionTrail.org 309.454.9540 •309.434.2260 R o p p Je r s e y C h e e s e F a r m 2676 Ropp Road Normal, IL 61761 RoppCheese.com \ 309.452.3641 Twin Groves Wind Farm 13682 North 2900 East Road Ellsworth, IL 61737 EDPR.com \ 309.724.8278 U p t o w n No r m a l T r a i l s i d e Farmers’ Market Uptown Normal UptownNormal.com \ 309.454.9557 NATURE Ecology Action Center 202 West College Avenue Normal, IL 61761 EcologyActionCenter.org \ 309.454.3169 Evergreen Lake at Comlara County Park 13001 Recreation Area Drive Hudson, IL 61748 McLeanCountyIL.gov/Parks 309.434.6770 Genevieve Green Gardens 48 Sunset Road Bloomington, IL 61701 EwingManor.IllinoisState.edu 309.829.6333 Grand Village of the Kickapoo Park 750 North 3100 East Road Le Roy, IL 61752 GrandVillage.net \ 309.261.3043 18 Indicates tours are available Lake Bloomington 25515 Waterside Way Hudson, IL 61748 CityBlm.org \ 309.434.2161 Miller Park Zoo 1020 South Morris Avenue Bloomington, IL 61701 MillerParkZoo.org \ 309.434.2250 Miller Park Zoo offers many exhibits and zookeeper interaction opportunities the whole family will enjoy. Zoo inhabitants include a Sumatran Tiger, river otters, Galapagos Tortoise, Snow Leopard, sun bear, reindeer, red pandas, lemurs, Bald Eagles, Harbor Seals, and Red Wolves. The Zoo features many large indoor and outdoor exhibits such as the Tropical American Rainforest, ZooLab, Katthoefer Animal Building, Wallaby WalkAbout, Children’s Zoo and Animals of Asia. The Miller Park Zoo offers educational classes, special events, group programs and daily feedings to the river otters, tiger, leopards, gibbons and bear. AREA WINERIES White Oak Vineyards, Inc. 8621 East 2100 North Road Carlock, IL 61725 WhiteOakVineyardsInc.com \ 309.376.3027 Alto Vineyards 4210 North Duncan Road Champaign, IL 61822 AltoVineyards.net \ 217.356.4784 Indian Creek Vineyard 9669 Vineyard Road Toulon, IL 61483 IndianCreekVineyard.com \ 309.286.5302 Kickapoo Creek Winery 6605 North Smith Road Edwards, IL 61528 KickapooCreekWinery.com \ 309.495.9463 M a c k i n a w Va l l e y V i n e y a r d S u g a r G r o v e Na t u r e C e n t e r 4532 North 725 East Road McLean, IL 61754 SugarGroveNatureCenter.org \ 309.874.2174 33633 IL Route 9 Mackinaw, IL 61755 MackinawValleyVineyard.com 309.359.9463 Timber Pointe Outdoor Center Willett’s Winery & Cellar 20 Timber Pointe Lane Hudson, IL 61748 CI.EasterSeals.com \ 309.365.8021 105 East Market Street Manito, IL 61546 WillettsWinery.com \ 309.968.7070 The Constitution Trail is a joint venture between the City of Bloomington and the Town of Normal, and is one of Central Illinois’ most unique attractions. Approximately 37 miles of trail exist within both communities for walking, hiking, jogging, biking and cross country skiing. Trash receptacles, picnic tables, water fountains, shelters, portable toilets and benches are available at various locations along the trail. The trail is open daily from one hour before sunrise to one hour after sunset, and all forms of motorized vehicles are prohibited. The White House Millennium Council has designated the Constitution Trail as a Millennium Trail. OUTDOORS AGRITOURISM Department is to provide citizens and visitors with a clean, safe, well-managed, fiscally sound and environmentally pleasant community. Parks are open from 6:00AM to 11:00PM, alcoholic beverages are prohibited and dogs must be leashed. AQUATIC CENTERS Anderson Park & Aquatic Center 100 South Maple Street Normal, IL 61761 Normal.org \ 309.454.9550 This 13-acre park includes the Anderson Aquatic Center, an outdoor water park containing three pools, diving board, two thrilling water slides, spray toys and a small slide for younger patrons. The facility is open to the public from early June to mid-August. Fairview Park & Family Aquatic Center 800 North Main Street Normal, IL 61761 NormalParks.org \ 309.454.9555 This 45-acre park includes the recently renovated Fairview Family Aquatic Center, one of the best aquatic facilities in Central Illinois. The aquatic center features four pool areas, five slides, spray toy area and a zero depth activity pool. The facility is open to the public from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. No r m a l P a r k s & R e c r e a t i o n Department 100 East Phoenix Avenue Normal, IL 61761 NormalParks.org \ 309.454.9540 The Normal Parks and Recreation Department offers 17 parks encompassing over 400 acres of land, an 18 hole golf course, historical movie theater, Community Activity Center, two outdoor pools, two dog parks, a 10-field softball complex, the Children’s Discovery Museum and 15 miles of the Constitution Trail. This department also provides a well-rounded selection of programs and classes for youth, adults and special populations, as well as special events. The mission of the Normal Parks and Recreation Mini Abe Sighting Twin Groves Wind Farm 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 19 CAMP GROUNDS PA R K S PARKS & CAMP GROUNDS ay gr R Pi cn Ca V F F i r o u T r a c Ar i s h i La mpi iend P o nd il ng ol ke ng ly s ea AIRPORT PARK, 3010 Winchester Drive, Bloomington ALTON DEPOT PARK, 101 South Western Avenue, Bloomington ANGLER’S LAKE NATURE PRESERVE, 1017 South Mercer Street, Bloomington ATWOOD WAYSIDE, 303 North Robinson Street, Bloomington BITTNER PARK, 3807 Rave Road, Bloomington BROOKRIDGE PARK, 2904 Ireland Grove Road, Bloomington BUCK-MANN PARK, 116 Weldon Street, Bloomington CARDEN PARK, 1300 East Raab Road, Normal CLEARWATER PARK, 2716 Clearwater Drive, Bloomington EAGLE CREST PARK, 2506 Chesapeake Lane, Bloomington EAST DETENTION BASIN, 200 Park Drag Lane, Normal EMERSON PARK, 717 Bell Street, Bloomington EVERGREEN PARK, 1205 Forrest Street, Bloomington EWING PARK 1, 1420 Towanda Avenue, Bloomington EWING PARK 2 , 1001 Ethell Parkway, Bloomington EWING PARK 3 , 901 Jersey Avenue, Bloomington FELL PARK , 309 East Willow Street, Normal FELL AVENUE PARK , 1301 Fell Avenue, Bloomington FORREST PARK , 1813 Springfield Road, Bloomington FRANKLIN PARK , 302 East Chestnut Street, Bloomington FRANSEN NATURE AREA , 1110 East Raab Road, Normal FRIENDSHIP PARK , 719 West Jefferson Street, Bloomington GAELIC PARK , 3102 Cave Creek Road, Bloomington HIDDEN CREEK NATURE AREA , Sycamore Street, Normal HOLIDAY PARK , 800 South McGregor Street, Bloomington IRONWOOD PARK , North Linden Street, Normal MARIE LITTA PARK , 317 South Gridley Street, Bloomington MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. PARK , 204 North Towanda Avenue, Normal MAXWELL PARK , Parkside Road and Gregory Street, Normal M C GRAW PARK , 3202 Cornelius Drive, Bloomington MILLER PARK , 1020 South Morris Avenue, Bloomington NORTHPOINT SCHOOL PARK , 2602 East College Avenue, Bloomington OAKLAND SCHOOL PARK , 1605 East Oakland Avenue, Bloomington O’NEIL PARK , 1515 West Chestnut Street, Bloomington ONE NORMAL PLAZA , 1110 Douglas Avenue, Normal P.J. IRVIN PARK , 1601 McKay Drive, Bloomington PEPPERIDGE PARK , 2502 Fox Creek Road, Bloomington ROLLINGBROOK PARK , 1002 South Hershey Road, Bloomington ROSA PARKS COMMONS , Linden Street and Raab Road, Normal SAVANNAH GREEN PARK , 1010 Bull Street, Normal SHEPARD PARK , 750 North Hershey Road, Normal STEVENSON SCHOOL PARK , 2106 Arrowhead Drive, Bloomington SUBURBAN EAST PARK , 3011 Lisa Drive, Bloomington SUNNYSIDE PARK , 407 East Erickson Avenue, Bloomington TIPTON PARK NORTH , 2201 Stone Mountain Boulevard, Bloomington TIPTON PARK SOUTH , 2401 G.E. Road, Bloomington UNDERWOOD PARK , 200 Jersey Avenue, Normal WHITE OAK PARK , 1514 North Cottage Avenue, Bloomington WITHERS PARK , 204 East Washington Street, Bloomington COMLARA PARK , 13001 Recreation Area Drive, Hudson • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • KAMP KOMFORT , 21408 North 600 East Road, Carlock 309.376.4411 • MORAINE VIEW STATE PARK , 27374 Moraine View Park Road, Le Roy NR.Illinois.gov \309.724.8032 • • • McLeanCountyIL.gov/Parks \309.434.6770 20 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • OUTDOORS Pl • 4 6 7 5 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • OUTDOORS • • • • • • • • • • • • 9 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 7 Barn Quilt Heritage Trail Constitution Trail Fell Park Genevieve Green Gardens Lake Evergreen Mackinaw Valley Vineyard Miller Park Zoo Sugar Grove Nature Center Uptown Normal Trailside Farmers’ Market 3 • • • • • • • • • • • • • 8 6 1 2 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 21 Eat Good, Feel Good Be Whether you are looking for i N dulged a unique place to dine with • BN • friends, family or colleagues, CT! F U N FA Normal gtonBloomin e to over m is ho 200nts! restaura you are sure to find it in one of Bloomington-Normal’s more than 200 restaurants. Feast on signature items such as fresh Italian bread at Avanti’s Italian Globally I N S P I R E D Cuisine Restaurant or the steaks at Alexander’s Steak House. Also, check out one of our local diners, dives, and drive-in’s. New this year, Epiphany Farms CHEF KEN MYSZKA CHEF STU HUMMEL Enterprise will entice you with their locally grown farm products. Don’t forget to try a delectable cheesecake from That’s so Sweet As stated by the local chefs of Epiphany Farms Enterprise, their two restaurants are or a scrumptious cupcake from committed to supporting, growing, and showcasing a thriving local food culture. “We Sugar Mama Bakery or Sweet serve as an anchor for a network of local food producers by increasing community Temptations. awareness of locally sourced ingredients, increasing interest in the culinary traditions of the Midwest, and providing a positive model for responsible stewardship of the land that nourishes us. Our “Farm to Fork” concept represents a concern for every step of the process linking the meal to the land that produced it. “Farm to Fork” means keeping money in the local Eat & Drink T H E L O C A L LY O W N E D E P I P H A N Y FA R M S R E S TA U R A N T G U A R A N T E E S E V E R Y G U E S T A U N I Q U E FA R M T O F O R K D I N I N G E X P E R I E N C E . 22 economy and using only what the community can provide. “Farm to Fork” signifies attention to excellence: from the farmer raising the crops to the family sitting down in our dining room to share a meal together. At Epiphany Farms Restaurant and Anju Above, we hope to educate the local community about ethical, sustainable farming practices, grow the local food culture, and generate lively, active discussion of where our food comes from. We hope to celebrate our local food traditions as a part of an increasingly global community. Most of all, we strive to serve as a role model and an inspiration for the future of farming, food, and family.” 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 23 Rhythm Café Wild Berries At Medici they appreciate the importance of details in both their food and decor. The restaurant features delicious entrées, the largest selection of domestic microbrews in Bloomington-Normal, an outdoor patio and a 30-foot Mulberry tree in the atrium. Rosie’s Pub Windy City Wieners Merry Ann’s Diner 1305 South Mercer Avenue, Bloomington 309.664.0808 120 North Street, Normal 309.452.6334 100 South Fell Avenue, Normal 309.452.1100 Michael’s Restaurant 110 West Washington Street, Bloomington 309.820.1330 No o d l e s & C o m p a n y 609 South Main Street, Normal 309.454.3900 305 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.661.6300 Ozark House AMERICAN Aleta Jane’s Café 803 Morrissey Drive, Bloomington 309.829.0936 Applebee’s Bar & Grill 502 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.663.2134 Big Daddy's Dawgs 120 Krispy Kreme Drive, Bloomington 309.662.3300 Bob Evans 801 IAA Drive, Bloomington 309.663.5131 2115 West Market Street, Bloomington 309.829.5595 Buffalo Wild Wings 3220 East Empire Street, Bloomington 309.661.8027 CJ’s Restaurant & Catering 2901 East Empire Street, Bloomington 309.663.4444 Cracker Barrel 502 Brock Drive, Bloomington 309.829.3155 Denny’s 701 South Eldorado Road, Bloomington 309.663.5251 1615 North Main Street, Normal 309.452.7446 24 Destihl 318 South Towanda Avenue, Normal 309.862.2337 220 East Front Street, Bloomington 309.828.2323 F o r t Je s s e C a f é 1531 Fort Jesse Road, Normal 309.454.7223 Garden of Paradise 1412 East Empire Street, Bloomington 309.828.8080 The Garlic Press Market Café 106 West North Street, Normal 309.452.0987 The Garlic Press Market Café offers a diverse and changing menu, which features seasonal, locally grown and organic ingredients. Gill Street Sports Bar & Restaurant 3002 Gill Street, Bloomington 309.661.6387 Hooters 409 North Hershey Road, Bloomington 309.663.4668 IHOP 2109 East Empire Street, Bloomington 309.662.8895 201 Broadway Street, Normal 309.862.9000 Je t S t r e a m B u r g e r B a r 3201 CIRA Drive, Bloomington 309.740.0692 J. Gumbo's 706 South Main Street, Normal 309.451.0800 Keller’s Iron Skillet & Catering 609 Hannah Street, Bloomington 309.828.3533 Kep’s Country Kitchen Shannon’s Five Star ASIAN, INDIAN & MEDITERRANEAN 810 East Grove Street, Bloomington 309.829.6841 Smashburger 1401 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.808.4672 Steak ‘n Shake 1802 South Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.661.9204 714 South Eldorado Road, Bloomington 309.663.9405 Anju Above 220 East Front Street, Bloomington 309.828.8704 Bayou Express Eastland Mall, Bloomington 309.662.6555 B i n g ’ s Wo k 1001 Wylie Drive, Bloomington 309.828.2222 1540 East College Avenue, Normal 309.888.9028 325 South Veterans Parkway, Normal 309.454.2899 Bona Fide Thai Cuisine Super JJ Fish & Chicken Red Lobster 106 East Beaufort Street, Normal 309.452.2900 116 West Washington Street, Bloomington 309.200.8164 Park View Inn 414 North Main Street, Bloomington 309.828.1300 115 South Veterans Parkway, Normal 309.452.1000 Schooners 614 West Raab Road, Normal 309.451.3721 Reality Bites Je s s e ’ s G r i l l e a t M a r r i o t t 106 East Front Street, Bloomington 309.827.7019 704 McGregor Street, Bloomington 309.827.3900 1003 South Morris Avenue, Bloomington 309.827.4280 Epiphany Farms Restaurant 304 North Main Street, Normal 309.451.1114 1510 West Market Street, Bloomington 309.820.7600 Swingers Grille 1304 Cross Creek Drive, Normal 309.829.5777 The Tavern at Parke Regency 1413 Leslie Drive, Bloomington 309.662.4300 T. G . I . F r i d a y ’ s 9 Brickyard Drive, Bloomington 309.662.2231 Times Past Inn 1216 Towanda Avenue, Bloomington 309.828.8312 Uncle Tom’s Pancake House E AT & D R I N K Medici 1500 East Empire Street, Bloomington 309.664.6272 China Star 2402 East Oakland Avenue, Bloomington 309.663.4580 616 West Raab Road, Normal 309.451.1888 Ching's Chinese Restaurant 1101 North Main Street, Normal 309.451.1999 Ephesus Restaurant 1406 East Empire Street, Bloomington 309.585.0514 F i r s t Wo k 1415 North Main Street, Bloomington 309.821.0039 Flat Top Grill 307 South Veterans Parkway, Normal 309.454.1300 1700 Fredrick Lane, Normal 309.862.3614 506 IAA Drive, Bloomington 309.664.2260 Legends Sports Bar & Grill 712 South Eldorado Road, Bloomington 309.661.8800 Meatheads Burgers & Fries 305 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.661.8866 701 South Main Street, Normal 309.451.3535 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 25 Orient Gourmet The Chocolatier Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Longhorn Smokehouse The Grand Café Panda Express Cocomero 615 North Main Street, Bloomington 309.828.0324 312 South Veterans Parkway, Normal 309.451.1269 Market Street Bakery PT's BBQ T h e G r e a t Wa l l Puran Indian Restaurant 1520 East College Avenue, Normal 309.454.7218 1704 Eastland Drive, Bloomington 309.663.0885 H o t Wo k E x p r e s s Rangoli 401 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.663.5300 716 South Eldorado Road, Bloomington 309.808.0263 Imperial Buffet Red Sun 111 West Monroe Street, Bloomington 309.821.9797 2103 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.661.1868 1950 East College Avenue, Normal 309.454.4848 2205 East Oakland Avenue, Bloomington 309.661.7885 Kobe Japanese BBQ The Rock Restaurant Eastland Mall, Bloomington 309.664.7700 Kobe Hibachi Steakhouse & Sushi Bar 401 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.663.1300 Lucky Garden 706 South Eldorado Road, Bloomington 309.663.1333 Mandarin Garden House 106 Mall Drive, Normal 309.454.1118 Mayuri Indian Restaurant 1407 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.663.2226 203 West North Street, Normal 309.451.4976 The Rock Restaurant’s goal is to serve the best gyros, Mediterranean and American food with the best service in town! Experience a proud history of quality food at The Rock. Super Gyros 115 Susan Drive, Normal 309.452.4046 1709 South Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.661.0834 Thai House 805 Morrissey Drive, Bloomington 309.828.2600 Zorbas Restaurant 603 Dale Street, Normal 309.452.1449 BAKERIES & TREATS Baskin-Robbins/Dunkin’ Donuts 2306 East Oakland Avenue, Bloomington 309.662.2622 BEER NUTS, Inc. 103 North Robinson Street, Bloomington 800.BEERNUTS • 309.827.8580 Eastland Mall, Bloomington 309.662.1919 Carl’s Ice Cream 601 West Locust Street, Bloomington 309.828.7732 1700 West College Avenue, Normal 309.454.7732 CherryBerry Self-Serve Yo g u r t B a r 503 South Main Street, Normal 309.808.4448 26 3 Finance Drive, Bloomington 309.821.0277 100 South Fell Avenue, Normal 309.808.2571 Cold Stone Creamery 301 South Veterans Parkway, Normal 309.807.2945 Cookies by Design 1520 East College Avenue, Normal 309.452.8439 Denny’s Doughnuts / Bagelman’s 1107 South Main Street, Bloomington 309.827.0459 Dunkin’ Donuts 1603 North Main Street, Normal 309.451.0200 Emack & Bolio’s 107 East Beaufort Street, Normal 309.454.9375 Emack & Bolio's is a funky shop with a focus on excellent ice cream treats, rock & roll and lots of fun. Fannie May Eastland Mall, Bloomington 309.663.0585 Gene’s Ice Cream 1019 South Main Street, Bloomington 309.829.6022 Great Har vest Bread Company 1704 Eastland Drive, Bloomington 309.662.8500 Grove Street Bakery 812 East Grove Street, Bloomington 309.827.0270 Insomnia Cookies 117 East Beaufort Street, Normal 877.632.6654 It's Poppin' Gourmet Popcorn 1520 East College Avenue, Normal 309.268.4030 114 East Beaufort Street, Normal 309.888.9393 Janet’s Cakes & Catering 504 Guido Circle, Bloomington 309.664.0684 Kelly’s Bakery & Café 113 North Center Street, Bloomington 309.820.1200 201 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.664.7400 1401 West Market Street, Bloomington 309.829.7200 Mrs. Fields Cookies 5 Currency Drive, Bloomington 309.661.0433 606 North Clinton Street, Bloomington 309.557.1999 Eastland Mall, Bloomington 309.663.8231 COFFEE HOUSES Orange Leaf 1701 East Empire Street, Bloomington 309.662.1506 115 Krispy Kreme Drive, Bloomington 309.661.4299 Pretzel Maker Eastland Mall, Bloomington 309.662.5232 Pretzel Twister Eastland Mall, Bloomington 309.664.5522 Quencher Smoothies Eastland Mall, Bloomington 309.661.0690 Smoothie King 2205 East Oakland Avenue, Bloomington 309.662.0865 1608 Northbrook Drive, Normal 309.862.1575 2109 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.585.2568 E AT & D R I N K Golden Dragon B a r n e s & No b l e C a f é Bevande Coffee Shop 1209 Towanda Avenue, Bloomington 309.661.1119 Caffeina’s Café & Dessert Bar 201 Broadway Street, Normal 309.862.9000 The Coffee Depot 104 West Front Street, Bloomington 309.828.3376 The Coffee Grindery 320 North Main Street, Bloomington 309.807.5378 Coffee Hound 407 North Main Street, Bloomington 309.827.7575 205 West North Street, Normal 309.454.7575 Sugar Mama Bakery 405 North Main Street, Bloomington 309.473.8231 116 West North Street, Normal 309.473.8231 Mini Abe Sighting That’s So Sweet Sweet Temptations Cupcakes 2303 East Washington Street, Bloomington 309.212.2637 That's So Sweet 429 West Main Street, Lexington 309.490.1016 102 West North Street, Normal 309.808.4504 Tiers Designer Cakes 115 Susan Drive, Normal 309.454.5500 BARBECUE Bandana’s Bar-B-Q 502 IAA Drive, Bloomington 309.662.7427 Famous Dave’s 1603 Morrissey Drive, Bloomington 309.664.0044 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 27 Arby’s 114 East Beaufort Street, Normal 309.452.6774 1240 East Empire Street, Bloomington 309.829.2041 Fusion Brew 1808 West Market Street, Bloomington 309.829.6214 503 South Main Street, Normal 309.454.9300 G l o r i a Je a n ’ s G o u r m e t C o f f e e Eastland Mall, Bloomington 309.662.2550 610 West Raab Road, Normal 309.454.5501 Burger King 1601 Clearwater Avenue, Bloomington 309.662.8315 1609 Northbrook Drive, Normal 309.808.1328 101 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.662.9950 307 South Veterans Parkway, Normal 309.454.2915 1701 South Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.663.4042 FAST FOOD A &W / L o n g Jo h n S l i v e r s 2501 East Oakland Avenue, Bloomington 309.663.1823 3302 East Empire• Bloomington, Illinois (309) 662-4436 Avantisnormal.com 407 South Main Street • Normal, Illinois (309) 452-4436 Domino’s Pizza 1807 West Market Street, Bloomington 309.827.3527 1122 South Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.556.0044 Dairy Queen T a c o Jo h n ’ s 1528 East College Avenue, Normal 309.454.5850 1718 South Main Street, Bloomington 309.827.6432 302 Greenbriar Drive, Normal 309.808.2130 1702 West Market Street, Bloomington 309.827.0590 1525 South Main Street, Bloomington 309.828.4336 We n d y ’ s 1600 East College Avenue, Normal 309.452.0200 1522 West Market Street, Bloomington 309.829.3826 1735 Bradford Lane, Normal 309.888.4101 1523 East College Avenue, Normal 309.454.5420 ITALIAN & PIZZA 2702 East Oakland Avenue, Bloomington 309.662.3023 407 South Main Street, Normal 309.452.4436 KFC 501 Prospect Road, Bloomington 309.662.4613 1706 West Market Street, Bloomington 309.829.8932 McDonald’s 525 Brock Drive, Bloomington 309.829.8613 2410 South Main Street, Bloomington 309.828.1616 2507 East Oakland Avenue, Bloomington 309.662.3114 1535 East College Avenue, Normal 309.454.4141 28 511 Chancellor Drive, Bloomington 309.662.0100 1527 East College Avenue, Normal 309.454.7576 1610 East Empire Street, Bloomington 309.663.8450 Order Online! Caffé Italia Ristorante 901 North Hershey Road, Bloomington 309.662.7070 Culver’s Hardee’s/Red Burrito Avantisbloomington.com 2005 East Empire Street, Bloomington 309.662.6547 1501 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.661.8322 D'agostino's Pizza and Pub Eastland Mall, Bloomington 309.662.2214 With 2 locations to serve you! 1803 West Market Street, Bloomington 309.829.7988 Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano Taco Bell 1617 North Main Street, Normal 309.451.8844 Great Steak & Potato Co. TM Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen 610 West Chestnut Street, Bloomington 309.829.1025 Chuck E. Cheese’s 411 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.662.4446 Home of the Famous Gondola 3102 East Empire Street, Bloomington 309.661.2004 Beningo’s Restaurant Sonic 1801 South Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.662.5285 Starbucks Coffee 1607 North Main Street, Normal 309.862.2277 804 South Main Street, Normal 309.452.4023 Av a n t i ’ s I t a l i a n R e s t a u r a n t 3302 East Empire Street, Bloomington 309.662.4436 Avanti’s Italian Restaurant was established in Normal in 1971 and is known for their home style pasta, pizza, salads and sandwiches. Avanti’s trademark however, is fresh Italian bread prepared and baked in the restaurant kitchen. Avanti’s has long been an institution for Illinois State University students and faculty, and the restaurant frequently welcomes second generation guests and staff members. The staff and management are experienced professionals who understand how to prepare and serve steaming hot, delicious Italian meals and fresh bread in a clean, comfortable atmosphere. Avanti’s Italian Restaurant provides a very rare combination of homelike surroundings and high quality food. E AT & D R I N K The Coffee House & Deli 1701 East Empire Street, Bloomington 309.664.2982 608 North Main Street, Bloomington 309.665.3247 2205 East Oakland Avenue, Bloomington 309.665.0505 305 West Beaufort Street, Normal 309.454.5111 D . P. D o u g h 121 East Beaufort Street, Normal 309.888.9663 D.P. Dough is located in the heart of Uptown Normal and specializes in calzones, the pizza alternative. Fazoli’s 215 Greenbriar Drive, Normal 309.452.7700 Firehouse Pizza 107 East Beaufort Street, Normal 309.808.1597 Grady’s Pizza 1501 Morrissey Drive, Bloomington 309.662.3333 Jo e ’ s P u b 3907 General Electric Road, Bloomington 309.808.0744 Jo e ’ s S t a t i o n H o u s e P i z z a P u b 305 South Veterans Parkway, Normal 309.452.5637 La Gondola 509 South Main Street, Bloomington 309.828.4141 1501 East Vernon Avenue, Bloomington 309.664.6363 Little Caesars 2210 North Cottage Avenue, Bloomington 309.821.1111 2507 Oakland Avenue, Bloomington 309.661.0808 Lucca Grill 116 East Market Street, Bloomington 309.828.7521 Marco's Pizza 604 East Locust Street, Bloomington 309.820.6600 Monical’s Pizza 718 South Eldorado Road, Bloomington 309.662.8502 2103 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.662.6933 1219 South Main Street, Normal 309.454.7999 Olive Garden 1701 East Empire Street, Bloomington 309.663.7375 Papa John’s 602 Kingsley Street, Normal 309.454.7272 1407 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.662.4422 Papa Murphy’s Take n’ Bake 1531 East College Avenue, Normal 309.452.7575 2402 East Oakland Avenue, Bloomington 309.662.9000 Pizza Hut 1917 South Main Street, Bloomington 309.827.4646 1700 Parkway Plaza Drive, Normal 309.888.4990 706 South Main Street, Normal 309.454.2491 Pizza Ranch 1211 Holiday Drive, Bloomington 309.820.9777 Rosati’s Pizza 203 North Prospect Road, Bloomington 309.661.6575 1720 Bradford Lane, Normal 309.888.4949 Stolfa’s Pizza 1002 North Linden Street, Bloomington 309.828.2328 Tobin’s Pizza 1513 North Main Street, Bloomington 309.828.0410 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 29 SUBS & DELIS Chili’s Bar & Grill Jason's Deli 2107 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.663.8060 Chipotle Mexican Grill 701 South Main Street, Normal 309.862.0309 305 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.661.7850 Dos Primos 1804 South Hershey Road, Bloomington 309.585.2072 El Toro Mexican Restaurant 3805 Ballybunion Road, Bloomington 309.661.2500 Eric’s Restaurant 903 West Wood Street, Bloomington 309.828.5588 Fiesta Ranchera 1500 East Empire Street, Bloomington 309.663.1615 2103 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.665.0170 1041 JC Parkway, Bloomington 309.820.7320 Herradura 909 North Hershey Road, Bloomington 309.662.3961 La Bamba 129 East Beaufort Street, Normal 309.452.2243 La Carniceria Mexicana 1416 South Main Street, Bloomington 309.827.8904 Los Potrillos J i m m y Jo h n ’ s G o u r m e t Sandwiches 2301 East Washington Street, Bloomington 309.664.6800 203 West Market Street, Bloomington 309.828.3300 Jimmy John's sandwiches feature freshly baked bread, meat and veggies sliced in-house every day, Hellmann's mayo, Grey Poupon, real olive oil and red wine vinegar. Panera Bread Company 208 North Greenbriar Drive, Normal 309.454.8666 1401 South Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.662.0336 Potbelly Sandwich Shop 609 South Main Street, Normal 309.862.4850 101 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.662.9299 Schlotzsky’s Deli 508 IAA Drive, Bloomington 309.663.6364 Subway 2310 East Oakland Avenue, Bloomington 309.663.0029 1005 North Main Street, Bloomington 309.829.2466 1503 East College Avenue, Normal 309.454.7300 Baxters 3212 East Empire Street, Bloomington 309.662.1114 Jim’s Steakhouse 2307 East Washington Street, Bloomington 309.663.4142 Logan’s Roadhouse 313 South Veterans Parkway, Normal 309.452.7100 Lone Star Steakhouse 903 IAA Drive, Bloomington 309.663.7827 Outback Steakhouse 1409 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.663.0455 Tony Roma's 1901 Jumer Drive, Bloomington 309.662.2525 A. Renée 306 North Center Street, Bloomington 309.827.3524 A&P Tap 721 West Chestnut Street, Bloomington 309.828.5581 The Bistro 316 North Main Street, Bloomington 309.829.2278 Bonker’s Place 1507 South Main Street, Bloomington 309.827.5822 Brewe-ha's 102 South Linden Street, Normal 309.452.7393 Brass Elephant Lounge 10 Brickyard Drive, Bloomington 309.664.6446 C II East Lounge 102 South East Street, Bloomington 309.828.0431 Chasers 110 West Washington Street, Bloomington 309.820.1330 Cheeks Bar & Grill 1206 Towanda Avenue, Bloomington 309.829.3655 Copper Top Lounge 1107 West Locust Street, Bloomington 309.828.9932 Daddios Main Street Bar & Grill Digger's Mugshots Drifters Pub Mugsy’s Pub Elroy’s Mulligans Fat Jack’s Pub II Jesse’s Grille Lounge Shooter’s Lounge Kegler’s Pub Six Strings Club Killarney’s Irish Pub Six Strings offers drink specials, dance classes, karaoke and is Central Illinois' premier venue for live country entertainment! 527 North Main Street, Bloomington 309.828.4434 230 East Front Street, Bloomington 309.829.3757 612 North Main Street, Bloomington 309.829.1920 102 West Washington Street, Bloomington 309.828.0142 511 North Main Street, Bloomington 309.821.9222 201 Broadway Street, Normal 309.862.9000 804 North Hershey Road, Bloomington 309.663.8556 523 North Main Street, Bloomington 309.828.1186 Lunker’s 104 South Linden Street, Normal 309.451.3474 Maggie Miley’s 126 East Beaufort Street, Normal 309.807.4301 Maggie Miley’s is committed to providing great food, a perfect pour and outstanding service. Relax and enjoy the taste of Ireland! 517 North Main Street, Bloomington 309.820.9241 107 West Front Street, Bloomington 309.829.2337 1310 North Main Street, Bloomington 309.827.2628 531 North Main Street, Bloomington 309.827.7796 102 North Linden Street, Normal 309.452.0699 503 North Prospect Road, Bloomington 309.662.1009 525 North Center Street, Bloomington 309.829.9977 Stave Wine Bar & Market 111 West North Street, Normal 309.319.2139 Treehouse Lounge 2060 Ireland Grove Road, Bloomington 309.662.5231 Windjammer Lounge 2303 Stern Drive, Bloomington 309.663.2233 Winner’s Lounge 801 South Main Street, Bloomington 309.828.2238 Ya n k e e D o o d l e 1407 Morrissey Drive, Bloomington 309.662.8332 Eastland Mall, Bloomington 309.662.5173 1420 Airport Road, Bloomington 309.664.3900 Taqueria El Porton 109 West Jefferson Street, Bloomington 309.820.1800 1704 Eastland Drive, Bloomington 309.663.9500 115 Krispy Kreme Drive, Bloomington 309.319.9600 BARS & NIGHTLIFE 1602 Glasson Street, Bloomington 309.662.4239 1505 North Veterans Parkway, Bloomington 309.661.0747 Ve r a c r u z Zoup! Alexander’s Steakhouse 1601 South Main Street, Bloomington 309.820.7827 901 North Main Street, Bloomington 309.820.1625 3201 CIRA Drive, Bloomington 309.740.0692 305 South Main Street, Normal 309.451.1800 Moe’s Southwest Grill Q'doba Tailwinds Bar & Bistro STEAKHOUSES 1905 West Market Street, Bloomington 309.828.9927 2401 East Empire Street, Bloomington 309.662.6637 11 Uptown Circle, Normal 309.268.9800 207 West North Street, Normal 309.452.8200 201 Landmark Drive, Normal 309.862.0824 1730 Bradford Lane, Normal 309.862.6637 30 321 South Veterans Parkway, Normal 309.451.1564 1715 North Bradford Lane, Normal 309.454.1024 E AT & D R I N K MEXICAN 1519 East College Avenue, Normal 309.454.5600 300 North Greenbriar Drive, Normal 309.888.9500 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 31 Be e N amored DOWNTOWN BLOOMINGTON With its masterful blend of historic architecture, contemporary shops and residences, the Downtown Bloomington square invites visitors to explore! A short walk in any direction will lead guests to points of discovery. A day Downtown should include some pampering at one of the spas, a delicious meal, a visit to an art gallery or museum, some first-class entertainment and, if you can keep on going, a visit to one of the lively night spots. There is something for everyone! W I T H I T S W I D E VA R I E T Y O F S T O R E S A N D DINING OPTIONS, EASTLAND MALL OFFERS A N E XC I T I N G S H O P P I N G A DV E N T U R E . 32 EAT SLEEP Visitors will have no problem finding an imported bottle of wine, one-of-a-kind work of art, rare book, priceless antique or the best cup of coffee they’ve ever had. Shopping UPTOWN NORMAL The Downtown Bloomington Association is proud to serve the downtown community by providing activities such as the nationally recognized Farmers’ Market, as well as a variety of exciting events that occur on the First Friday evening of every month. Those events include winter’s Tour de Chocolat’, spring’s Tour de Metro and Area Artist Showcase, autumn’s Around the Corner Art Walk and winter’s Once Upon a Holiday weekend, featuring Live Holiday Window Vignettes. Plan YOUR down time today! Now is the time to visit Uptown Normal! It is easy to spend an entire day discovering the district’s three-story Children’s Discovery Museum and Discover More! Store, Historic Normal Theater, Marriott Hotel & Conference Center, first-class restaurants and thriving nightlife. Visitors should also be sure to check out the area’s specialty retailers including The Pod— an eclectic specialty art and gift boutique—and Apricot Lane, which carries the latest celebrity-inspired fashions. Shop Our malls, unique boutiques, Uptown Normal and Downtown Bloomington offer shopping options, ease and affordability! Whether it’s a high end designer, a locally made product or that special antique you are searching for, Bloomington-Normal offers a variety of shops for your retail pleasure. Plenty of parking and the roundabout makes visiting Uptown Normal by car a breeze. Uptown Normal is also easily accessible by bicycle via BloomingtonNormal's multipurpose Constitution Trail, or by train thanks to Normal's brand new multimodal transportation center, Uptown Station. Uptown Normal is a place for everyone. Residents and visitors alike will find plenty to enjoy in Uptown, and there is always something new to experience in the district. Seasonal events like the Sweet Corn Blues Festival and the Sugar Creek Arts Festival—one of the region’s largest juried art shows—draw thousands of visitors to the area each spring and summer. Uptown Normal invites you to visit old favorites and discover new ones today! 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 33 UPTOWN & DOWNTOWN Downtown Bloomington Association Constitution Trail Centre 1720 Bradford Lane Normal, IL 61761 Major Tenants: Schnucks, Dollar Tree 106 West Monroe Street Bloomington, IL 61701 DowntownBloomington.org \ 309.829.9599 Eastland Commons See page 61 for a detailed map of Downtown Bloomington Major Tenants: Men’s Wearhouse, Cub Foods, Party City, AT&T U p t o w n No r m a l No r t h Ve t e r a n s & C o l l e g e Uptown Normal Renewal Office 108 East Beaufort Street Normal, IL 61761 UptownNormal.com \ 309.454.9557 See page 59 for a detailed map of Uptown Normal 401 North Veterans Parkway Bloomington, IL 61704 1700 East College Avenue Normal, IL 61761 Major Tenants: Office Depot, Bed Bath & Beyond, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Petco, The Fresh Market, Michaels The Parkway MALLS Eastland Mall 1615 East Empire Street Bloomington, IL 61701 IShopEastlandMall.com \ 309.663.5361 Eastland Mall is a family-friendly indoor mall sure to please everyone with a wide variety of stores, activities, food and entertainment. Visitors will find great shopping at stores like Bergner’s, JCPenney, Kohl’s, Macy’s, Old Navy, Sears, Ulta and much more. The food court features Kobe Japanese, Quencher Smoothies, Subway and more. Other specialty snack shops include BEER NUTS and Gloria Jean’s Coffee. The Shoppes at College Hills 314 North Towanda Avenue Normal, IL 61761 TheShoppesAtCollegeHills.com 309.862.3761 SHOPPING PLAZAS Bloomington Commons 1701 East Empire Street Bloomington, IL 61701 2103 North Veterans Parkway Bloomington, IL 61704 Major Tenants: TJ Maxx, Best Buy, Jewel-Osco Shoppes at Corporate Commons 1 Krispy Kreme Drive Bloomington, IL 61704 Major Tenants: Complete Nutrition, Starbucks, Krispy Kreme Wa l m a r t 300 North Greenbriar Drive Normal, IL 61761 309.451.1100 2225 West Market Street Bloomington, IL 61705 309.828.5646 ANTIQUES Alley Kats Arts and Antiques 401 South Center Street Bloomington, IL 61701 AlleyKatsAntiques.com \ 309.820.0777 Wednesday–Saturday 10:00AM–5:00PM Sunday 12:00PM–4:00PM Bloomington-Normal Major Tenants: Schnucks, Toys “R” Us, Barnes & Noble, Chuck E. Cheese’s, Olive Garden Asahel Gridley Antique Shop 215–219 East Front Street Bloomington, IL 61701 GridleyAntiques.com \ 309.829.9615 Friday–Saturday 11:00AM–5:00PM The Bronze Giraffe Antiques 432 Wylie Drive Normal, IL 61761 309.452.7594 Tuesday–Saturday 10:00AM–5:00PM Sunday 12:00PM–5:00PM Cydney’s Antiques 905 South Eldorado Road Bloomington, IL 61704 CydneysAntiques.com \ 309.662.4213 Tuesday–Friday 11:00AM–5:00PM Saturday 11:00AM–4:00PM M & M Sales 2024 Warehouse Road Normal, IL 61761 309.838.2822 Saturday 8:00AM–4:00PM Sunday 10:00AM–2:00PM other times by appointment only. Find your unique antique with a price that’s right! The friendly staff at M & M Sales invites you to browse their variety of treasures. Odd Things Antique Shoppe 417 South Clinton Street McLean, IL 61754 309.825.9484 Located at he Shoppes at College ills An Illinois tradition since 1929 A A I CIRC S S RIN S O S Normal to Chicago • Normal to St. Louis April 17–18, 2015 7 p.m. evening shows 1 p.m. Saturday matinee Redbird Arena at Illinois State University in Normal, Illinois Gamma Phi Circus Summer Camps June and July 2015 For ages 3 to 93! Basic and Advanced Camps Circus skills and performance instruction Ages 7 and up CircusTots and CircusLings Introducing circus arts to young learners Ages 3 to 8 More information at GammaPhiCircus.IllinoisState.edu (309) 438-2690 GammaPhiCircus@IllinoisState.edu /Circus.IllinoisState FIRST CLASS HOSPITALITY WITH A NEWLY RENOVATED TWIST! ampton nn Suites Bloomington- ormal • Complimentary Breakfast • Complimentary • i- i obby Suite Shop • n oor ool Spa itness Center • State-of-the-art Meeting Rooms (available for up to 70 people) Check out our virtual tour online at .ivtlive. om hampton bloomingtonil @GammaPhiCircus Tuesday–Friday 1:00PM–5:00PM Saturday 9:00AM–5:00PM Sunday 12:00PM–5:00PM O l d Wa r e h o u s e A n t i q u e s 1-800-USA-Rail Amtrak.com Stay at the Americas Best Value Inn in Normal for the Best Value on the Road! 400 South Madison Street Bloomington, IL 61701 309.828.0782 Tuesday–Sunday 10:00AM–5:00PM Redbird Antique Mall 100 East Cemetery Avenue Chenoa, IL 61726 815.945.5000 We’ve Got You Covered Tuesday–Saturday 10:00AM–6:00PM Sunday 1:00PM–6:00PM Retrofit Culture 401 South Center Street Bloomington, IL 61701 RetrofitCulture.com \ 309.826.5676 Wednesday-Thurday 11:00AM–6:00PM Friday-Sunday 10:00AM–5:00PM Bloomington-Normal 320 South o an a ve. ormal l 7 ph: 309.452.8900 • fx 309.452.8933 1-800-hampton www.hamptoninnnormal.com email: bminl hampton suites 34 FIVE ROUND TRIPS DAILY hilton. om ® • Spacious guestrooms • Free continental breakfast • Business center • Indoor pool • Meeting space • Pets welcome (nominal charge) 6 Traders Circle, I-55 Exit 165A For reservations call 309-454-4070 or visit ABVINormal.com • AmericasBestValueInn.com January 2015 - December 2015 FAIRS \ FESTIVALS \ ARTS \ EVENTS \ PARTIES \\\ January \\\ Jan-Dec F1RST FR1DAYS Downtown Bloomington DowntownBloomington.org 309.829.9599 7 LINCOLN’S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION 2-3 Uptown Normal UptownNormal.com 309.454.9556 Towanda, IL TowandaIL.org \ 309.728.2811 ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE 21, 28, 29 & April 4, 11 AMERICAN PASSION PLAY Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts AmericanPassionPlay.org 800.354.9640 David Davis Mansion DavidDavisMansion.org 309.828.1084 21-24 ISU Redbird Arena IHSA.org \ 309.663.6377 6-8 30-31 IHSA COMPETITIVE DANCE STATE FINALS U.S. Cellular Coliseum IHSA.org \ 309.663.6377 31-Feb 1 TOP OF CLASS ANTIQUES SHOW ISU Bone Student Center Communication.IllinoisState. edu/Antiques \ 309.438.2872 \\\ February IHSA GIRLS CLASS 3A & 4A BASKETBALL STATE FINALS \\\ 6-7 IHSA COMPETITIVE CHEERLEADING STATE FINALS U.S. Cellular Coliseum IHSA.org \ 309.663.6377 28 TH ANNUAL BLOOMINGTON-NORMAL AREA HOME SHOW U.S. Cellular Coliseum BNHomeBuilders.com 309.663.6612 7 MILLER PARK ZOO STAMPEDE Miller Park Zoo MillerParkZoo.org \ 309.434.2243 7 PUBLIC MAPLE SIRUP EXPERIENCE TOURS Sugar Grove Nature Center SugarGroveNatureCenter.org 309.874.2174 13-14 HANDS ALL AROUND QUILT GUILD ANNUAL QUILT SHOW Central Catholic http://HAAQG.Tripod.com/ QuiltShow.htm \ 800.433.8226 \\\ April \\\ 11 ILLINOIS SUSTAINABLE LIVING & WELLNESS EXPO Illinois Wesleyan University ISLWE.org \ 309.454.3169 20 4 TH OF JULY FIREWORKS ILLINOIS HIGH SCHOOL SHRINE GAME IWU Tucci Stadium ILShrineGame.com 217.781.2400 20-21 19 TH ANNUAL GLORIOUS GARDEN FESTIVAL David Davis Mansion DavidDavisMansion.org 309.828.1084 May-Nov THIRD SUNDAY MARKET McLean County Fairgrounds ThirdSundayMarket.com 217.202.2847 SUGAR CREEK ARTS FESTIVAL Uptown Normal MCAC.org \ 309.829.0011 11 12 TH ANNUAL MIDWEST NATIONALS WRESTLING TOURNAMENT Various McLean County Sites BarnKeepers.org 309.475.6951 CULTURAL FESTIVAL ISU Brown Ballroom CulturalFest.com 309.242.4049 21-22 BRÜEGALA Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts Bruegala.com \ 309.434.2777 17-19 STANFORD GOOD OLD DAYS FESTIVAL 22-23 HEYWORTH HEYDAYS Downtown Heyworth Heyworth-IL.gov/HeyDays 309.473.2811 Stanford, IL StanfordIL.org \ 309.242.9231 Uptown Normal UptownNormal.com 309.454.9760 \\\ June \\\ 6 TRI-SHARK TRIATHLON CLASSIC Comlara County Park / Tri-Shark.org 309.827.2272 7 24TH ANNUAL CHAMPAGNE BRITISH CAR SHOW David Davis Mansion DavidDavisMansion.org 309.828.1084 12-14 SPECIAL OLYMPICS ILLINOIS STATE SUMMER GAMES Illinois State University SOILL.org \ 309.888.2551 13 19-20 ILLINOIS WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY FAMILY WEEKEND Illinois Wesleyan University IWU.edu/StudentAffairs 309.556.3850 Downtown Bloomington BlmCrit.com \ 618.920.6865 SWEET CORN BLUES FESTIVAL 17-19 27 GREAT AMERICAN BACKYARD CAMPOUT LINCOLN’S FESTIVAL IN BLOOMINGTON Children’s Discovery Museum ChildrensDiscoveryMuseum.net 309.433.3444 Downtown Bloomington MCHistory.org 309.827.0428 27 IBCA BOYS ALL-STAR BASKETBALL GAME IWU Shirk Center IBCAIllinois.org \ 815.452.2903 29-July 1 \\\ MCLEAN COUNTY BARN KEEPERS 10TH ANNUAL BARN TOUR 22 28-31 SPRING BLOOM ARTS FESTIVAL May \\\ 11-12 16 BLOOMINGTON JAYCEE CRITERIUM Illinois State University GammaPhiCircus.IllinoisState.edu 309.438.2690 \\\ Fairview Park Normal.org \ 309.454.2444 September \\\ 12 McLean County Fairgrounds CornbeltKennelClub.org Bloomington-Normal golf courses CountryYouthClassic.com 800.433.8226 McLean County Fairgrounds MCAC.org \ 309.829.0011 ISU Redbird Arena & IWU Shirk Center SOILL.org \ 309.888.2551 4 \\\ Danvers Village Park DanversDays.org 309.531.4442 IWU Shirk Center MidwestNationalsWrestling.com 800.433.8226 86TH ANNUAL GAMMA PHI CIRCUS Illinois State University HeartsAtHome.org 309.828.MOMS SPECIAL OLYMPICS STATE BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT IWU Shirk Center IBCAIllinois.org 815.452.2903 COUNTRY YOUTH CLASSIC GOLF TOURNAMENT 18 DANVERS DAYS IBCA GIRLS ALL-STAR BASKETBALL GAME 17-18 HEARTS AT HOME NATIONAL CONFERENCE 13-15 36 27-28 14-16 20 HEART OF ILLINOIS DOG SHOW CLUSTER March \\\ McLean County Fairgrounds IllinoisFishAndFeather.com 309.452.9646 ILLINOIS FISH & FEATHER EXPO Illinois Wesleyan University IWU.edu/Commencement 309.556.1000 Illinois State University Commencement.IllinoisState.edu 309.438.2836 ISU Redbird Arena IHSA.org \ 309.663.6377 6-7 ILLINOIS WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY GRADUATION ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY GRADUATION IHSA GIRLS CLASS 1A & 2A BASKETBALL STATE FINALS 23-25 3 8-9 27-28 \\\ RED CARPET CORRIDOR FESTIVAL MAJOR ANNUAL EVENTS BN events 14 July \\\ July-Aug ILLINOIS SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL Ewing Cultural Center TheFestival.org \ 309.438.2535 4 15TH ANNUAL GLT SUMMER CONCERT PANTAGRAPH CELEBRATE AMERICA CONCERT Downtown Bloomington WGLT.org \ 309.438.8910 Miller Park Bandstand CityBlm.org \ 309.434.2260 \\\ August 25-26 IESA GIRLS SOFTBALL STATE FINALS Champion Fields at Maxwell Park IESA.org \ 309.829.0114 26 \\\ WORLDWIDE DAY OF PLAY Various BN sites ChildrensDiscoveryMuseum.net 309.433.3444 1 ANTIQUE AUTO EXHIBITION David Davis Mansion DavidDavisMansion.org 309.828.1084 5-9 MCLEAN COUNTY FAIR McLean County Fairgrounds McLeanCountyFair.org 309.663.6497 \\\ 23 32 ANNUAL THUNDERBIRD RENDEZVOUS CAR SHOW ND Hampton Inn & Suites 309.530.2848 25-29 76 TH ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL Kiwanis Park in LeRoy, IL 309.962-9279 29 HUMMINGBIRD FESTIVAL & POLLINATION CELEBRATION Sugar Grove Nature Center SugarGroveNatureCenter.org 309.874.2174 October \\\ 2-4 ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY FAMILY WEEKEND Illinois State University FamilyWeekend.IllinoisState.edu 309.438.5951 3-4 & 10-11 EVERGREEN CEMETERY DISCOVERY WALK Evergreen Memorial Cemetery MCHistory.org \ 309.827.0428 ILLINOIS WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY HOMECOMING Illinois Wesleyan University TitanPride.org \ 309.556.3251 16-17 IHSA BOYS GOLF STATE FINALS \\\ November \\\ 4-5 David Davis Mansion DavidDavisMansion.org 309.828.1084 Downtown Bloomington DowntownBloomington.org 309.829.9599 THANKSGIVING AT CLOVER LAWN 6 17 David Davis Mansion DavidDavisMansion.org 309.828.1084 Parkside Junior High & Maxwell Park IESA.org \ 309.829.0114 December \\\ 4-21 Bloomington-Normal Golf Courses IHSA.org \ 309.633.6377 IESA CROSS COUNTRY STATE FINALS \\\ ONCE UPON A HOLIDAY 15 ANNUAL AROUND THE CORNER ART WALK 8-9 Illinois State University IllinoisStateHomecoming.com 309.438.2586 13-14 24 ISU Redbird Arena IHSA.org \ 309.663.6377 Sugar Grove Nature Center SugarGroveNatureCenter.org 309.874.2174 21 THANKSGIVING FARMERS’ MARKET 28-31 3 1 NOON YEAR’S EVE Normal to Downtown Bloomington BNJaycees.org \ 309.319.6107 AUTUMN CELEBRATION David Davis, Broadview and Mystery Mansions DavidDavisMansion.org 309.828.1084 31 UPTOWN HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE IHSA GIRLS VOLLEYBALL STATE FINALS CHRISTMAS AT THE MANSIONS TOUR Normal Community High School, Normal West High School, IWU Shirk Center and U.S. Cellular Coliseum TheClassic.org \ 800.433.8226 5 ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY HOMECOMING 12 STATE FARM HOLIDAY CLASSIC BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT TH Uptown Normal UptownNormal.com 309.454.9556 19-25 MAJOR ANNUAL EVENTS 10 JAYCEES CHRISTMAS PARADE Children’s Discovery Museum ChildrensDiscoveryMuseum.net 309.433.3444 MAJOR ANNUAL EVENTS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 5 CHRISTMAS AT THE COURTHOUSE McLean County Museum of History MCHistory.org \ 309.827.0428 Bloomington Jaycee Criterium Christmas at the Mansions Tour COUNTRY Youth Classic Cultural Festival Gammi Phi Circus at ISU Illinois Shakespeare Festival Sugar Creek Arts Festival U.S. Cellular Coliseum DowntownBloomington.org 309.829.9599 26 36 TH ANNUAL TURKEY TROT RUN Miller Park CityBlm.org \ 309.434.2260 29 UPTOWN NORMAL TREAT FEAST Uptown Normal UptownNormal.com 309.454.9556 30 DOWNTOWN BLOOMINGTON TRICK OR TREAT Downtown Bloomington DowntownBloomington.org 309.829.9599 27–Dec. 31 CHRISTMAS AT CLOVER LAWN David Davis Mansion DavidDavisMansion.org 309.828.1084 7 4 5 29–Dec. 21 WEIHNACHTEN AT THE VINEYARD White Oak Vineyards WhiteOakVineyardsInc.com 309.376.3027 Oct. 30–Nov. 21 BLESSINGS OF THE TABLE David Davis Mansion DavidDavisMansion.org 309.828.1084 30-31 2 IHSA CLASS 1A BOYS SOCCER STATE FINALS The Corn Crib IHSA.org \ 309.663.6377 38 6 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 39 A Truly Exceptional Experience Your Suite Success ® We are committed to your success. 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EASTLAND SUITES HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER , 1801 Eastland Drive, Bloomington, IL 61704 EastlandSuites.com \309.662.0000 • • Conveniently located one block off of Veterans Parkway near restaurant and shopping options, guests start their mornings with a complimentary hot breakfast and unwind in the evenings with a complimentary cocktail hour. Enjoy spacious suites with full kitchens, Wi-Fi, picnic areas with gas grills and more! HAMPTON INN & SUITES , 320 South Towanda Avenue, Normal, IL 61761 HamptonInnNormal.com \309.452.8900 •800.HAMPTON Located in Normal’s Shoppes at College Hills right off Veterans Parkway. The great location, coupled with complimentary hot breakfast buffet, Wi-Fi, indoor pool and fitness center make for a great stay at the award-winning hotel. HOLIDAY INN HOTEL & SUITES , 3202 East Empire Street, Bloomington, IL 61704 HolidayInn.com/BloomingtonIL \309.662.4700 •800.HOLIDAY This contemporary, award-winning hotel features an indoor pool, game room and on-site laundry services. Flat panel HDTVs, iPod docking station clock radios, microwaves and refrigerators are available in each luxurious guest room. The adjoining Baxters offers a casual dining experience serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES , 1715 Parkway Plaza, Normal, IL 61761 HIExpress.com \309.862.1600 •800.HOLIDAY Located just off of Veterans Parkway and within minutes of popular restaurants, shopping, business offices, and local universities. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast and free wireless Internet access. Relaxing accommodations, convenient amenities and friendly service. HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS WEST , 1031 Wylie Drive, Bloomington, IL 61705 HIExpress.com \309.820.9990 •800.HOLIDAY Accommodations Come stay at the Holiday Inn Express West and enjoy premium amenities that include a heated indoor pool, whirlpool spa, complimentary hot breakfast, free Wi-Fi, Simply Smart bedding and 24-hour fitness and business centers. The hotel offers great room deals and provides quiet in a busy city. MARRIOTT HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER , 201 Broadway Avenue, Normal, IL 61761 MarriottNormal.com \309.862.9000 •800.627.7468 T H E D O U B L E T R E E B Y H I LT O N E N J OY S W E L C O M I N G T H E I R G U E S T S W I T H A WA R M C H O C O L AT E C H I P C O O K I E . 42 725 22823000 • • • • • Surrounded by the area’s finest shopping, dining and entertainment. The hotel features upscale guest rooms for a perfect night’s rest, Caffeina’s Marketplace Café, Jesse’s Grille, and Jesse’s Lounge. This hotel is the only AAA Four Diamond Property between Chicago and St. Louis! 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 43 Ho te HOTELS M ee tin l S Gue gS st ta nd pa Ro ce ar ds oms ft 2 AMERICA’S BEST VALUE INN Re Ho st Sh F a u Po Wi - i t n e P ur ol Fi ss ets ant ttle 100 600 • • • 604 1/2 IAA Drive Bloomington, IL 61701 BaymontInns.com 309.662.2800 • 877.BAYMONT CANDLEWOOD SUITES HOTEL 1601 Jumer Drive Bloomington, IL 61704 BloomingtonChateau.com 309.662.2020 • 800.690.4006 COMFORT SUITES WEST 103 480 • • • • • 110 500 • • • 923 Maple Hill Road Bloomington, IL 61705 CountryInns.com 309.828.7177 • 800.596.2375 DAYS INN L E ROY Sh F a u Po Wi - i t n e P ur ol Fi ss ets ant ttle • • • 1805 South Veterans Parkway Bloomington, IL 61701 ExtendedStayAmerica.com 309.662.8533 • 800.EXTSTAY 180 9000 68 400 HOTELS te M ee tin l S Gue gS st ta nd pa Ro ce ar ds oms ft 2 FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES 76 Re Ho st Sh F a u Po Wi - i t n e P ur ol Fi ss ets ant ttle • • • 41 • • HAMPTON INN WEST • • • • • • • • • 101 • • M ee tin l S Gue gS st ta nd pa Ro ce ar ds oms ft 2 73 73 3000 LA QUINTA INN • • • 1 Lyon Court Bloomington, IL 61701 HotelBloomington.com 309.829.8111 • 800-337-0202 85 3000 • • • • • • 97 • • • 97 • • 108 1100 • • • • 70 11500 • • • 89 83 2100 505 Brock Drive Bloomington, IL 61701 LQ.com 309.828.6000 • 800.SLEEPLQ MOTEL 6 HAWTHORN SUITES & CONFERENCE CENTER Re st Sh F a u Po Wi - i t n e P ur ol Fi ss ets ant ttle 705 South Persimmons Court Le Roy, IL 61752 HIExpress.com 309.962.4439 • 800.HOLIDAY 906 Maple Hill Road Bloomington, IL 61705 HamptonInn.com 309.829.3700 • 800.HAMPTON HOTELS te HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS LE ROY 1014 Wylie Drive Bloomington, IL 61705 Marriott.com/BMIFB 309.827.8000 • 800.228.2800 EXTENDED STAY AMERICA • • 1600 North Main Street Normal, IL 61761 Motel6.com 309.452.0422 • 800.4.MOTEL6 MOTEL 6 202 Landmark Drive Normal, IL 61761 Motel6.com 309.454.6600 • 800.4.MOTEL6 PARKE REGENCY HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER • • 1413 Leslie Drive Bloomington, IL 61704 ParkeRegency.com 309.662.4300 82 63 625 • • • 2403 East Empire Street Bloomington, IL 61704 CountryInns.com 309.662.3100 • 800.596.2375 COUNTRY INN AND SUITES WEST 86 Ho st 1 Demma Drive Le Roy, IL 61752 DaysInn.com 309.962.4700 • 800.225.3297 908 Maple Hill Road Bloomington, IL 61705 ComfortSuites.com 309.834.4700 • 800.4.CHOICE COUNTRY INN & SUITES AIRPORT Re 1707 West Market Street Bloomington, IL 61701 DaysInn.com 309.829.6292 • 800.225.3297 203 Susan Drive Normal, IL 61761 CandlewoodSuites.com 309.862.4100 877.CANDLEWOOD CHATEAU HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER M ee tin l S Gue gS st ta nd pa Ro ce ar ds oms ft 2 DAYS INN 6 Traders Circle Normal, IL 61701 AmericasBestValueInn.com 309.454.4070 •800.315.2378 BAYMONT INN & SUITES HOTELS te • • • • • QUALITY INN & SUITES EAST • • • • 1803 East Empire Street Bloomington, IL 61704 QualityInn.com 309.662.7100 • 800.4.CHOICE QUALITY INN & SUITES WEST 401 Brock Drive Bloomington, IL 61701 QualityInn.com 309.829.7602 • 800.4.CHOICE • • • Ho te HOTELS M ee tin l S Gue gS st ta nd pa Ro ce ar ds oms ft 2 RAMADA LIMITED & SUITES Re Sh F a u Po Wi - i t n e P ur ol Fi ss ets ant ttle 100 600 • • M ee tin l S Gue gS st ta nd pa Ro BREAKFASTS ards oms ce ft 2 Ho st • BED & te BURR HOUSE Re st Sh F a u Po Wi - i t n e P ur ol Fi ss ets ant ttle 6 • 7 • • 210 East Chestnut Street Bloomington, IL 61701 BurrHouse.com 309.828.7686 • 800.449.4182 919 Maple Hill Road Bloomington, IL 61705 Ramada.com 309.828.0900 • 800.2.RAMADA Burr House RED ROOF INN 94 • • 1905 West Market Street Bloomington, IL 61701 RedRoof.com 309.827.5333 • 800.RED.ROOF VROOMAN MANSION 3 701 East Taylor Street Bloomington, IL 61701 VroomanMansion.com 309.828.8816 • 877.346.6488 9 RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT 100 550 • • • • 2 2160 Ireland Grove Road Bloomington, IL 61701 Marriott.com 309.661.9822 ACCOMMODATIONS SUPER 8 BLOOMINGTON 818 IAA Drive Bloomington, IL 61701 Super8.com 309.663.2388 • 800.800.8000 SUPER 8 CHENOA 505 Hoselton Drive Chenoa, IL 61726 Super8.com 815.945.5900 • 800.800.8000 SUPER 8 MCLEAN 500 East South Street McLean, IL 61754 Super8.com 309.847.2366 • 800.800.8000 SUPER 8 NORMAL 60 • • 5 6 38 • • 41 • • • 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Comfort Suites Courtyard by Marriott DoubleTree by Hilton Eastland Suites Hotel & Conference Center Hampton Inn & Suites Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Holiday Inn Express West Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marriott Hotel & Conference Center 1 52 • • 2 Traders Circle Normal, IL 61761 Super 8.com 309.454.5858 • 800.800.8000 46 7 8 4 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 47 ABOUT BN AREA EDUCATION Be iN formed UNIVERSITIES Illinois State University 100 North University Street Normal, IL 61790 IllinoisState.edu \ 309.438.2111 Founded in 1857, Illinois State University is the state’s first public university, and is one of the Midwest’s oldest institutions of higher education. It is a co-educational, residential university with an emphasis on the undergraduate program, offering more than 188 fields of undergraduate study across 34 academic departments. The Graduate School coordinates 39 master’s programs in addition to two specialist and nine doctoral programs. The 350-acre campus includes more than 60 major buildings with stateof-the-art technology. Watterson Towers is one of the area’s most unique structures, as this residence hall is the tallest building between Chicago and St. Louis. Other major facilities include a Center for the Performing Arts, a 360-acre farm, Bone Student Center and Braden Auditorium, a University Planetarium, Redbird Arena and Hancock Stadium. ISU is a vital part of the Bloomington-Normal community. Illinois State University is also the home of Redbird athletics. I l l i n o i s We s l e y a n U n i v e r s i t y 1312 Park Street Bloomington, IL 61701 IWU.edu \ 309.556.1000 About BN B LO O M I N GTO N - N O R M A L I S H O M E T O S TAT E FA R M I N S U R A N C E , O U R L A R G E S T E M P L OY E R . 48 Illinois Wesleyan University, founded in 1850, is a highly selective, residential liberal arts university with an enrollment of approximately 2,000 students. The University consists of the College of Liberal Arts, with 17 academic departments including the business division with accounting, business, international business and financial services; the College of Fine Arts includes professional Schools of Art, Music and Theatre and the School of Nursing. The beautiful 80-acre campus is a mix of traditional and modern facilities. The newest addition, State Farm Hall, contains the latest in teaching technology and was built to LEED specifications. It also uses an efficient geothermal system to heat and cool the building. Other recent additions include The Gates at Wesleyan, apartmentstyle housing for upperclass students, the Minor Myers Jr. Welcome Center, a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building, and the Shirk Center for Athletics and Recreation, regarded as one of the finest athletic facilities in the country. Illinois Wesleyan University, which ranks 17th among all Division I, II and III colleges and universities in producing the most Academic All-Americans, is also home to the Titans, men’s and women’s athletic teams. COLLEGES Hairmasters Institute of Cosmetology, Inc. 506 South McClun Street Bloomington, IL 61701 Hair-Masters.com \ 309.828.1884 Heartland Community College 1500 West Raab Road Normal, IL 61761 Heartland.edu \ 309.268.8000 L i n c o l n C o l l e g e No r m a l 715 West Raab Road Normal, IL 61761 LincolnCollege.edu/Normal \ 309.452.0500 HIGH SCHOOLS Bloomington High School 1202 East Locust Street Bloomington, IL 61701 BHS87.org \ 309.828.5201 Central Catholic High School 1201 Airport Road Bloomington, IL 61704 BlmCCHS.org \ 309.661.7000 No r m a l C o m m u n i t y High School 3900 East Raab Road Normal, IL 61761 Unit5.org/NCHS \ 309.557.4401 No r m a l C o m m u n i t y We s t High School 501 North Parkside Road Normal, IL 61761 Unit5.org/NCWHS \ 309.557.4402 University High School 500 West Gregory Street Normal, IL 61761 UHigh.ILSTU.edu \ 309.438.8346 K–12 OFFICES Midwest College of Cosmetology District 87 Schools 755 West Raab Road Normal, IL 61761 MCC.LincolnCollege.edu \ 309.451.1373 300 East Monroe Street Bloomington, IL 61701 District87.org \ 309.827.6031 Paul Mitchell The School Unit 5 Schools 1503 East College Avenue Normal, IL 61761 Normal.PaulMitchell.edu \ 309.862.3400 1809 West Hovey Avenue Normal, IL 61761 Unit5.org \ 309.557.4000 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 49 The Bloomington-Normal area has several major employers that provide a stable base of employment for the community. Their demand for services, products, and commodities impact other businesses in BloomingtonNormal. The top 20 employers are listed below. C o m p a n y Na m e Employees State Farm Insurance Companies Illinois State University COUNTRY Financial Unit 5 Schools Mitsubishi Motors North America Tek Systems OSF St. Joseph Medical Center McLean County Advocate BroMenn Medical Center City of Bloomington Afni, Inc. District 87 Schools Heritage Enterprises Illinois Wesleyan University Nestle USA GROWMARK, Inc. Bridgestone/Firestone Off-Road Tire Co. Town of Normal Heartland Community College The Baby Fold 14,765 3,289 1,949 1,576 1,251 1,131 1,012 812 791 765 705 703 525 471 450 446 435 371 308 277 The above information is from the BloomingtonNormal Economic Development Council’s 2014 Demographic Profile. IMPORTANT NUMBERS McLean County Emergency Response 911 Bloomington Police Department 309.820.8888 McLean County Sheriff’s Department 309.888.5034 No r m a l P o l i c e D e p a r t m e n t 309.454.9535 GOVERNMENT OFFICES City Of Bloomington 109 East Olive Street Bloomington, IL 61701 CityBlm.org \ 309.434.2509 Economic Development Council 200 West College Avenue, Suite 402, Normal, IL 61761 BNBiz.org \ 309.452.8437 McLean County 115 East Washington, Bloomington, IL 61701 McLeanCountyIL.gov \ 309.888.5110 McLean County Chamber of Commerce 2203 East Empire Street, Suite B, Bloomington, IL 61704 McLeanCoChamber.org \ 309.829.6344 T o w n O f No r m a l 11 Uptown Circle Normal, IL 61761 Normal.org \ 309.454.2444 MEDICAL CARE Advocate Bromenn Medical Center 1304 Franklin Avenue Normal, IL 61761 AdvocateHealth.com/Bromenn 309.454.1400 Advocate Medical Group Urgent Care + Occupational Medicine 3024 East Empire Street Bloomington, IL 61704 AMGDoctors.com \ 309.454.4411 OSF Medical Group College Av e n u e 1701 East College Avenue Bloomington, IL 61701 OSFMedicalGroup.org \ 309.664.3000 O S F S t . Jo s e p h M e d i c a l C e n t e r The Bloomington-Normal Area Convention & Visitors Bureau represents 20 communities outside of BN throughout McLean County. Arrowsmith 309.727.1150 Bellflower 309.722.3392 Carlock 309.365.2501 Chenoa 815.945.7619 \ ChenoaIL.org Colfax 309.723.3261 \ ColfaxIllinois.com Cooksville 309.725.3294 Danvers 309.963.4928 \ VillageOfDanvers.org 2200 East Washington Street Bloomington, IL 61701 OSFStJoseph.org \ 309.662.3311 Downs O S F S t . Jo s e p h P r o m p t C a r e 309.724.8412 1001 Mitsubishi Motorway Bloomington, IL 61705 OSFStJoseph.org \ 309.828.0806 1505 Eastland Drive Bloomington, IL 61701 OSFStJoseph.org \ 309.663.2100 2200 Fort Jesse Road #100 Normal, IL 61761 OSFStJoseph.org \ 309.661.6280 LIBRARIES Bloomington Public Library 205 East Olive Street Bloomington, IL 61702 BloomingtonLibrary.org \ 309.828.6091 Normal Public Library 206 West College Avenue Normal, IL 61761 NormalPL.org \ 309.452.1757 POPULATION Bloomington 77,733 No r m a l 53,837 McLean County 172,281 50 BN COMMUNITIES 309.378.3221 \ VillageOfDowns.org Ellsworth Gridley 309.747.2000 Heyworth 309.473.2811 \ Heyworth-IL.gov Hudson 309.726.1070 \ HudsonIL.org Le Roy 309.962.3031 \ LeRoy.org Lexington 309.365.3331 \ LexingtonIllinois.org McLean 309.874.2102 \ McLean-IL.com Saybrook 309.475.3161 Stanford 309.379.2251 \ StanfordIL.org Towanda 309.728.2811 \ TowandaIL.org ABOUT BN COMMUNITY INFO TOP 20 MAJOR EMPLOYERS TRANSPORTATION Central Illinois Regional Airport 3201 CIRA Drive Bloomington, IL 61704 CIRA.com \ 309.663.7383 Located off Veterans Parkway on Route 9, the Central Illinois Regional Airport has everything visitors need and more in an airport. In addition to air service to every corner of the globe, CIRA offers free parking, year-round shuttle service, five car rental agencies inside the terminal, a gift shop and two convenient dining options. In addition, conference rooms and a VIP lounge cater to busy business travelers. AllegiantAir.com \ 702.505.8888 Flights to Orlando-Sanford & Tampa-St. Pete Flights to Chicago & Dallas-Ft. Worth Delta Connection Delta.com \ 800.221.1212 Daily Flights to Atlanta, Detroit & Minneapolis-St. Paul Image Air Aaron’s Party Bus & Limousine AaronsLimo.net \ 309.662.6220 B l o o m i n g t o n No r m a l L i m o u s i n e and Shuttle Service AUTO RENTAL BloomingtonNormalLimousineAndShuttle.com 309.828.3091 Av i s R e n t - A - C a r Bob’s Blue Nite Limo Avis.com \ 309.664.0781 Budget Budget.com \ 309.661.8029 Enterprise Enterprise.com 309.661.8500 • 309.664.0100 Hertz Rent-A-Car Hertz.com \ 309.663.5201 Na t i o n a l C a r R e n t a l & A l a m o Car Rental Allegiant Air AA.com \ 800.433.7300 LIMOUSINE 2933 East Empire Street Bloomington, IL 61704 309.663.2303 AIRLINE American Eagle AIR CHARTER NationalCar.com • Alamo.com 309.663.7353 BUS Burlington Trailways 309.828.4907 Cassano Limousine CassanoLimo.com \ 309.369.2655 Elegant Limousine ElegantLimoAndBus.com \ 309.888.4900 Midstate Limo MidstateLimo.com \ 309.820.1965 TAXI Checker Cab BloomingtonChecker.com \ 309.828.0123 Red Top Cab 309.827.9707 BurlingtonTrailways.com \ 800.992.4618 TRAIN Connect Transit Uptown Station Connect-Transit.com \ 309.828.9833 Greyhound Bus Lines Greyhound.com \ 800.231.2222 Illinois Central School Bus Illinois-Central.com \ 309.828.4373 Peoria Charter Coach PeoriaCharter.com \ 800.448.0572 Mini Central IL Regional Airport Abe Sighting iew overloo in the th tee o at ronwood ol Course 11 Uptown Circle Normal, IL 61761 Normal.org \ 309.454.2444 Uptown Station is a brand new multimodal transportation center creating a centralized hub for the community’s rail, bus, automobile, and pedestrian facilities. The station’s upper floors house the Town of Normal’s City Hall and Council Chambers, and the first floor contains access to the transportation providers and Bloomington-Normal’s first Subway Café. Parking in the Uptown Station deck is free for the first hour, free after 6:00pm and free on Sundays. Parking is $1 per hour at all other times. The Uptown Station deck also offers complimentary Electric Vehicle charging. Amtrak 11 Uptown Circle Normal, IL 61761 Amtrak.com \ 800.872.7245 Bloomington-Normal Amtrak is the second busiest in Illinois behind Chicago. More than 200,000 passengers each year travel to and from Bloomington-Normal using one of ten daily trains. 52 The Town of Normal Parks & Recreation Department... Fairview Fam il Anderson Aquatic Center Children’s Discovery Museum Connie in Am hitheatre Constitution Trail Fairview Family Aquatic Center ronwood ol Course ormal Theater ormal Theater y Aquatic Cen ter m Children’s Discovery Museu Constitution Trail hoeni www ormal ar s or 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 53 • • • • 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 15 16 17 Manchester Hall L Y STREET E. MULBERRY W. MULBERRY SSTREET W Hewett Hall 6 20 College College Ave. Ave ParkingAve. Deck P College Parking Deck K Vrooman Center 3 1 2 18 1 J Science Laboratory Building Honors Program 21 BROADWAY D Julian Hall S. FELL AVENUE SCHOOL STREET R I 12 9 23 p Uptown Crossing 13 2 4 5 Trail West Parking Lot 28 16 30 10 21 26 17 Future Uptown pme Development 7 23 8 Future U Uptown v Development Hovey Hall 24 E. 2 12 3 3 11 18 22 11 32 25 2 5 Y ST DEWEY 5 1 k Parkinson i Lot Parking 2 1 PA IN RK S ON ST RE ET 8 35 S. LINDEN STREET Cit y Hall Annexx Parking Lot 11 D 19 Uptown Stat ion p & City Hall 2 Stevenson Hall 13 31 7 20 t Hyatt Place Hotel Maaarrio Marriott ott Hotel Hotel & Conference Center n Williams Hall R 14 6 14 1 E ST 9 7 Future Uptown Developmen Watterson Dining Center Old Union 19 RT 1 34 24 22 27 F B Uptown Uptown Circlee Circl O UF EA T EE 1 OA K S T R E E T 3 4 15 10 15 29 STREET R NORTH NORTH STREET E G 16 Trai l East Ea Parking g Lot 6 H N. LINDEN STREET 17 UE E AVENU O E. COLLEG AVENUE LL W. COLLEGE CONSTITUTION BLVD. Felmley Hall Watterson Towers 33 2 Center for the Performing Arts 1 Cit Cit y Hall Ha Annex An E. PHOENIX AVENUE X AVENUE W. PHOENIX Beaufort St. Parking Deck C Police Departmentt School St. Parking Garage B BE W. F AU OR T ST RE 4 ET IRVING STREET IRVING ST STREET A 1 2 3 4 PPA ARRK KIIN NG G GOVERNMENT 5 6 7 8 CCO ON NSSTTIITTU UTTIIO ON N TTRRAAI L IL IIN NFFO ORRM MA ATTIIO ON N 9 10 11 IISSU U CCAAM MPPUUSS BBOOUUNNDDAARRYY DINING SHOPPING / SERVICES TR ANSPORTATION ENTERTAINMENT DISTANCE D e s ign : w w w .c k-dg.c o m M ap I llu s tr atio n : T o m Pr in tin g: w w w .bo pi.c o m Revised 10/14 By: AmPride Comm DISTANCE 17 HOTELS / LODGING 200 Meters 54 16 15 NORTH 14 NORTH 13 200 Meters 12 LANDMARKS 800.433.8226 \ VisitBN.org 55 12 56 Restaurants & Cafés 8 Arts & Entertainment Services MARKET Nightlife Saturdays May–Oct. U.S. Post Office MONROE 35 71 19 42 MULBERRY 49 DOUGLAS 8 38 17 70 11 16 17 7 27 18 18 39 3 17 29 21 22 MARKET P 74 61 22 2nd Presbyterian Church COMMUNITY 51 11 21 8 9 14 47 McLean County Museum of History 5 9 67 54 63 26 9 P 15 34 20 18 10 8 17 13 9 7 69 33 12 9 13 66 65 15 2 5 3 2 59 30 3 23 35 7 16 37 25 P 4 McLean Co. Law & Justice Center *Hourly parking on weekdays GROVE 3 29 32 28 Illinois House - 1st Floor First Midwest Securities, Inc. Capen, Frank, Proctor & Bowles, 1 A Caring Touch (ACT) Inc Progressive Insurance 2 A Dash of Splash Illinois House - 2nd Floor 3 Birthright for Pregnancy Help James G. Walker, Ltd & Sulaski & 4 Bodyworks Therapeutic Massage Webb, CPAs 5 Brucker Law Illinois House - 3rd Floor 6 Bryant Miller Salon Childcare Resource & Referral 7 Center for Healing and Wellness Network 8 Char Huff’s Property Shoppe Illinois Surpreme Court Reporter 9 Commerce Bank Illinois House - 4th Floor 10 The Copy Shop Ancel, Glink, Diamond, Bush, 11 D. Paul Jefferson, CPA Dicianni & Krafthefer, PC 12 Dodd’s Law Office Hartweg, Turner, Wood & DeVary, 13 Dorris Law Office PC 14 Downtown Bloomington Assoc. Jonathan Fraser-Lindsey & Jo 15 DUI Countermeasures Inc. Stephen Major, LCSW 16 Edward Jones Investments Illinois House - 5th Floor Financial Advisor - David Stokes Big Pow Enterprises, Inc. 17 Elegant Limousine DUI Solutions & Treatment Alter18 Exquisite Body Piercing & Tattoos natives, Inc. 19 Fox & Hounds Hair Studio and Hair Club for Men & Women, LLC Day Spa at the Monroe Centre Illinois House - 6th Floor 20 Francois Associates Architects Law Offices of Michael A. Powell, LLC LLC 21 Frank Hoffman Attorney Martin Graphics & Printing, Inc. 22 Frontier Communitcations Thielen, Foley & Mirdo, LLC 23 girl Friday spa & boutique 29 Indigo City Salon 24 Habitat for Humanity 25 He Clicks, She Clicks Photography 30 IPI Wealth Management, Inc. Jeff Secord 26 Heartland Bank 31 Iron & Ink Custom Tattoo & 27 Heritage Plaza Goldfine & Bowles Corp Attorney Supplies 32 James D. Bass Lawyer Office Heritage Enterprises, Inc. 33 Johnson Law Group Livingston Barger Law Firm 34 Johnathan A. Backman Law Office Striegel, Knoblock & Co. 2 1 EAST 19 City Hall & Library SERVICES 11 32 24 64 46 FRONT U.S. Cellular Coliseum P 44 41 FRONT 6 10 WASHINGTON WASHINGTON Pepsi Ice Center Weekdays: Free 4-hour parking in public decks (unless noted) Free 90-minute street parking (unless noted) 1 2 7 19 JEFFERSON 37 60 5 15 Weekends and evenings: Free parking on streets and in all decks. 27 16 20 24 52 30 28 1 5 20 36 13 4 10 JEFFERSON 1 Bloomington Public Library 2 City Hall 3 Government Center 4 McLean County Health Department 5 McLean County Museum of History 6 Pepsi Ice Center McLean Co. Arts Center 12 12 11 50 13 15 38 10 14 56 40 4 12 55 36 6 14 13 23 28 11 6 26 22 72 6 18 8 16 48 14 5 34 25 10 1 45 1 4 P 5 Farmer’s Market 3 43 31 Community BCPA PRAIRIE 1 Behind the Glass Fine Art Gallery and Studio 2 Beluga Press Studio 3 Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts 4 The Castle Theatre 5 cometogetherstudios 6 Eaton Studio and Gallery 7 Gregor Gallery 8 Grey Dove Gallery 9 Holl-e-Hock Designs Inc. 10 Inside Out: Accessible Art Cooperative 11 Main Gallery 404 12 McLean County Arts Center 13 Merlot And A Masterpiece 14 Metals & Woods 15 Mike Smedley Photography 16 Monroe Building Studios Angel Ambrose Fine Art Studio Darin Dawdy Art Studio Jeff Little Studio Joann Goetzinger Studio 17 Simpson & Wilken Studio 18 Ted’s Raceway 19 U.S. Cellular Coliseum 20 USA Ballet & Repertoire Dance Supply 21 Wild Style Design Company 22 Wings Studio 58 73 3 41 57 68 7 EAST ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 14 Retail MAIN 1 A.Renee 2 Anju Above/Epiphany Farms 3 Coffee Hound 4 D’Agostino’s Pizza 5 Downtown Chess Café 6 Golden Dragon Restaurant 7 Grand Café 8 Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches 9 Kelly’s Bakery and Café 10 LaBamba 11 Lucca Grill 12 Main Street Grill 13 Michael’s Restaurant / Chasers 14 Reality Bites 15 Rosie’s 16 Subway 17 Sugar Mama Bakery 18 Windy City Wieners MULBERRY CENTER RESTAURANTS AND CAFES N MADISON 1 A8 Kelley Jordan 2 A. Gridley Antiques 3 Alley Kats Art & Antiques 4 Beck’s Family Florist 5 Bedtime Boutique 6 Bill’s Key & Lock Shop 7 Bobzbay 8 Burpo’s Boutique 9 Business Furniture LLC 10 Churchill’s Formal Wear 11 Common Ground Grocery 12 Crazy About Scrubs 13 Crossroads Handcrafts 14 CVS Pharmacy 15 Duckygirl’s Resale 16 East Street Hardware 17 Frontier Retail Store 18 GiGi Bottega 19 Gryfalia’s Aerie 20 Guitar Remedies, Inc. 21 Hobbyland 22 Johnston’s Skating and Hockey Pro Shop 23 Koldaire Equipment 24 Kramer’s Drapery & Fabric Outlet 25 Mary Lynn’s Yarn Garden 26 ModKid 27 MusiCenteR 28 Neighborhood Thrift Store 29 Old Warehouse Antiques 30 Pars Rug Gallery 31 Penelope’s 32 Retrofit Culture 33 Smoker’s Den 34 Specs Around Town 35 Squeaky Clean Soaps 36 Stained Glass Designs 37 Timothy Kent Gallery & Framing 38 Wilson’s Cycle 31 62 6 53 47 21 6 2 4 33 2 EAST RETAIL 35 Kanoski Bresney Attorneys OLIVE 36 Koth & Gregory Law Firm 37 The Launch Pad 38 Lewis, Yockey & Brown Inc. 39 Madeline Fare 40 Main Street Yoga Studio 41 Marco Muerto’s Barber Parlour 42 Mavidea Technology Group 43 McLean County Center for Human Services 44 Meltdown Creative Works 45 Mid City Salon Spa 46 Mike McElvain Lawyer Office 47 Mueller, Reece & Hinch, LLC 48 Ogar & Miller 49 Old House Society Salvage Whs. 50 Osborn & DeLong 51 The Pantagraph 52 Pantagraph Printing 53 Paul’s Upholstery 54 PNC Bank 55 Pratt & Pratt P.C. Attorney at Law 56 Professional Associates of Illinois 57 Rapscallion Tattoos 58 Recycling Furniture for Families 59 Ronda Glenn Law Office 60 Schwulst & Roseberry Attorney 61 Second Presbyterian Church 62 Smokin’ Aces Tattoo 63 State Farm Downtown Fire Building and Home Office 64 Studio 234 Hair Salon 65 Sue Strang Realty Randall B. Ehlers Law Office Keith Davis Law Office 66 TEC e CIG 67 TEK Systems 68 Telecourier Communications Building: Connoisseur Media Bob-FM 97.9, 96.7 I-Rock, Hits 100.7 69 Thompson & Weintraub Attorneys at Law 70 Top Notch Event Planning 71 Vicki Tilton, LLC Permanent Cosmetic Technician 72 Vogel’s Tailor Shop 73 Word Faith Christian Center Church 74 World Finance Corporation NIGHTLIFE 1 The Bistro 2 BlueLine Nightclub 3 CII East 4 Daddios 5 Diggers Again 6 Drifters 7 Elroy’s 8 Fat Jack’s 9 Jazz Upfront 10 Killarney’s Irish Pub 11 Maguire’s Pub 12 Mugshots 13 Mulligans 14 Six Strings 57 B LO O M I N G TO N - N O R M A L A R E A M A P to Rockford 6 13 24 20 1 WOOD ST 15 SIX POINTS RD 18 TOWANDA BARNES RD AIRPORT RD HERSHEY RD 33 8 14 12 EASTLAND DR 3 13 1 OAK LAN D AVE OAKLAND AVE 5 33 2 IRELAND GROVE RD VETERANS PKW Y MAIN ST M 8 16 4 17 37 39 36 to Springfield & St. Louis 1 to Decatur 2 3 12 19 29 34 22 12 OR RI SS EY DR A3 C4 C3 B5 B5 B5 C2 C5 C2 B5 C2 E4 D4 C5 D4 C2 B4 C2 C2 C6 B5 E4 C2 C2 B3 A3 B4 C6 C5 C2 C2 C2 D4 C4 A5 E2 A3 D3 GOLF COURSES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. The Den at Fox Creek Golf Learning Center Hazy Hills Golf Course Highland Park Golf Course Indian Springs Golf Club Ironwood Golf Course The Links at Ireland Grove Prairie Vista Golf Course Weibring Golf Club at ISU E1 C2 A2 D3 C6 A4 E6 E3 B3 COMMUNITY 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. • • • • Advocate BroMenn Medical Center Bloomington City Hall Bloomington-Normal Area CVB Bloomington Public Library COUNTRY Financial Home Office Economic Development Council McLean County Chamber of Commerce Mitsubishi Motors North America Normal City Hall Normal Public Library OSF St. Joseph Medical Center State Farm Home Office C3 D3 D3 D3 C4 B3 C5 B1 B3 B3 C4 D4, E4 Eastland Mall Downtown Bloomington The Shoppes at College Hills Uptown Normal C4 D3 B4 B3 1. Anderson Park & Aquatic Center 2. BEER NUTS, Inc. 3. Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts 4. Braden Auditorium 5. Castle Theatre 6. Challenger Learning Center 7. Children’s Discovery Museum 8. Community Players Theatre 9. Conklin’s Barn II Dinner Theatre 10. David Davis Mansion 11. Ecology Action Center 12. Empire Township Historical Museum 13. Evergreen Lake at Comlara County Park 14. Ewing Cultural Center & Genevieve Green Gardens 15. Fairview Park & Family Aquatic Center 16. Funks Grove Pure Maple Sirup 17. Funks Prairie Home & Gem & Mineral Museum 18. Grady’s Family Fun Park 19. Grand Village of the Kickapoo Park 20. Historic Route 66 Memory Lane 21. ISU Farm 22. ISU Planetarium 23. Lake Bloomington 24. Matthew T. Scott Home 25. McLean County Arts Center 26. McLean County Museum of History 27. Miller Park Pavilion & War Memorial 28. Miller Park Zoo 29. Moraine View State Park 30. Normal Theater 31. Patton Log Cabin 32. Pepsi Ice Center 33. Prairie Aviation Museum 34. Rike House Museum 35. Rader Family Farm 36. Ropp Jersey Cheese Farm 37. Simpkins Military History Museum 38. Stevenson Graves at Evergreen Memorial Cemetery 39. Sugar Grove Nature Center 40. Synergy Flight Center 41. Timber Pointe Outdoor Center 42. Twin Groves Wind Farm 43. Upper Limits Rock Climbing 44. White Oak Vineyards, Inc. 5 6 B4 D3 C3 B3 D3 A2 B3 C4 A1 C3 B3 E3 A2 C4 B3 E2 E2 D4 E3 A5 A5 B3 A3 A5 C3 C3 D3 D3 E3 B3 A5 D3 C5 E4 A1 B1 E3 D3 E2 C5 A2 C6 D2 A1 EVENT COMPLEXES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Champion Fields Community Soccer Fields The Corn Crib Extra Innings Game Time Gym II McLean County Fairgrounds McLean County Pony Fields at the Shira Baseball Complex 8. U.S. Cellular Coliseum B2 D6 A3 E3 D6 C1 E6 D3 AREA EDUCATION 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Bloomington High School Central Catholic High School Heartland Community College Illinois State University Illinois Wesleyan University Lincoln College–Normal Normal Community High School Normal West High School University High School C4 C6 A2 B3 C3 A3 A6 B2 B3 TRANSPORTATION 1. Central Illinois Regional Airport 2. Uptown Station/Amtrak to Champaign & Indianapolis 4 5 ATTRACTIONS Americas Best Value Inn Baymont Inn & Suites Burr House Bed & Breakfast Candlewood Suites Hotel The Chateau Hotel & Conference Center Comfort Suites East Comfort Suites West Country Inn & Suites Airport Country Inn & Suites West Courtyard by Marriott Days Inn Days Inn LeRoy DoubleTree by Hilton Eastland Suites Hotel & Conference Center Extended Stay America Fairfield Inn & Suites Hampton Inn & Suites Hampton Inn West Hawthorn Suites & Conference Center Holiday Inn & Suites Holiday Inn Express & Suites Holiday Inn Express LeRoy Holiday Inn Express West La Quinta Inn Marriott Hotel & Conference Center Motel 6 Motel 6 Parke Regency Hotel & Conference Center Quality Inn & Suites East Quality Inn & Suites West Ramada Limited & Suites Red Roof Inn Bloomington Residence Inn by Marriott Super 8 Bloomington Super 8 Chenoa Super 8 McLean Super 8 Normal Vrooman Mansion Bed & Breakfast SHOPPING ABRAHAM RD HAMILTON RD HAMILTON RD 1 7 7 FOX CREE K RD E 42 EMPIRE ST 11 DR LAFAYE TTE ST 4 DR A RK DR LAND M LINCO LN ST 7 40 EY MORRIS AVE 38 ISS S 27 20 OAKLAND AVE RR 28 2 TOWANDA BARNES RD D 2 28 STREID DR AN CENTER ST KL ALEXANDER RD OA 38 CLEARWATER AVE WASHINGTON ST MO RABBIT HILL RD 2 E AV 5 4 32 10 GENERAL ELECTRIC RD PRO SPEC T RD 26 8 25 COLLEGE AVE JUMER DR 29 R Y D N 5 2 ENC FRONT ST OLIVE ST 1 LOCUS T ST CLINTON ST MONROE ST 43 14 R EG WASHI NGTON ST JERSEY AVE EMPIRE ST 3 FORT JESSE RD 5 34 DA FELL AVE MAIN ST ST 4 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 17 8 EAST ST M A RK ET VERNON AVE EMERSON ST 3 MADISO N ST 24 27 21 COLLEGE HILLS PHOENIX AVE DR 30 11 10 FA IRWAY 32 LEE ST 9 SHEPARD RD HERSHEY RD 2 66 SHOPPES AT AV E T 9 ST E W AN UNIVER SITY ST A OR 1 7 BE UF 30 CENT ER ST MLK DR SEMINARY AVE D K R 31 E 25 1 OA 7 18 19 W 22 10 UT 6 RD SSE 6 MULBERRY ST 5 23 16 KINGSLEY ST MAPLE HILL RD WYLIE DR 6 2 ITE C HOVEY AVE WH INTERSTATE DR COLLEGE AVE ADELA IDE ST COTTAGE AVE COLLEGE AVE 11 JE RT LD RO TO RD 4 DAVIS AVE AK 9 ROBINSON ST O 4 FO BUNN ST TE 9 GREGORY ST 8 D O 15 PARKSIDE RD HI 1 SHELBO URNE DR GRANDVIE W DR ROPP RD W MITSUBIS HI MOTORWAY MAIN ST 35 SUSAN 26 7 RAAB RD VETERANS PKWY 6 8 21 37 3 TOWANDA AVE RAAB RD LINDE N ST 3 31 35 ARCA DIA DR 6 SCHOO L ST 3 A B to Chicago 23 AIRPORT RD 41 36 9 EAS T ST 44 MERCER AVE to Peoria ACCOMMODATIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 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