Normal is located in central Illinois in McLean County just east of Bloomington near Evergreen Lake and Lake Bloomington. Most refer to the area as "Bloomington-Normal" in deference to their "twin city" status. The city is home to Illinois State University and Heartland Community College for those desiring to extend their educational experience beyond the high school level. Among the outstanding features of the University are the Planetarium and the Aquaculture Research Facility. In the sporting world, the Illinois Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame is located here. It honors the great moments, efforts, players, coaches and friends of basketball in the state. Golfers will enjoy the challenge of Ironwood Golf Course, University Golf Course and Royal Links Golf Course. The population estimate for July 1, 1998 was 44,221, an increase of 4,198 since 1990.
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04/18 Coming to The area
Dutch Days Festival Fulton IL May3-4 Arts and Crafts Vendors; Food and Concession Stands; Windmill Tours; Dutch Dancing and Costumes; Antique Tractor Display; Dutch Treasures Display; Heritage Canyon w/Early American Crafters; Hindeloopen Painting Demo and Sales; Stippling Display and Parade.
Lilac Time Art and Craft Fair Lombard IL May5 The Lilac Time Art and Craft Fair is held annually on St. Charles Road between Main and Elizabeth in downtown Lombard. All of the proceeds received from the craft booth rentals are donated to local charities. Features 140 craft exhibitors and 4000 attendees throughout the day.
Peoria Heights Art Fair Peoria Heights IL May11 A great weekend is planned; the show coincides with the Race for the Cure and the Illinois Art League members show at the Village Hall. A hospitality tent will be open throughout the Art Fair with coffee and donuts in the morning and water and fruit during the day .
West Chicago Blooming Fest West Chicago IL May18 The City of West Chicago presents another colorful Blooming Fest, an annual downtown garden festival. It combines the West Chicago Garden Club's popular plant sale, with a craft show, children's activities, music, food and fun. Downtown merchants and restaurants get into the act with special promotions, in-store specials and sidewalk sales.
Mayfest Chicago IL May17-19 Chicago Mayfest brings in three days of celebration - featuring; Chicago's BEST Bands, Festival Cuisine, pretzels, beer, and a broad spectrum of super cool entertainment...
Riverside Arts Weekend Riverside IL May18-19 The Riverside Arts Weekend is sure to please artists and patrons alike. Join us to celebrate two days of fabulous art in downtown Riverside, Illinois.
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