Calling all radical homemakers! This is a group for folks in the Bloomington-Normal area who are either practicing or aspiring radical homemakers. The term "radical homemaker" was coined by Shannon Hayes, author of Radical Homemakers: Reclaiming Domesticity from a Consumer Culture, and it applies to anyone who is trying to reduce their consumption/consumerism and increase their domestic productivity and community engagement. This group is meant to connect people in the community who are interest …

A NEW local face-to-face group where writers meet to critique, encourage, and inspire each other to continue and improve their craft. The main focus of this group is prose writing, including creative fiction and non-fiction, including short stories, flash fiction, novels, novellas, essays, biographies, and other works.

Many Paths CUUPs is the Bloomington/Normal group of the Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans. We hold ritual on the 8 Sabbats of the year as well as holding study circles and some fun crafting get togethers. No need to be any specific path to come to ritual or study circle - ALL of good intent are welcome! Our Mission Statement reads: The purpose of Many Paths CUUPS is to educate and demystify Earth-based Spiritual traditions by holding public rituals throughout the year that are open to al …

Come meet other local families and their young children for a chance to make new friends and to get out of the house. We do a variety of playdates that include, private homes, parks, arts and crafts and holiday parties. All parents are welcome!

Are you looking to meet friendly local moms to share experiences, get advice and most importantly have fun? You've come to the right place! Totally Tots offers many fun play dates and social events for you and your child(ren) newborn - 6 yrs., including local parks, museums, zoos, farms, home play dates, crafts, and mom’s night out. We welcome all stay at home moms and dads, part time, and full time working moms and dads who are looking for playgroups and social activities in Joliet, Shorewood, …

Hello Mommies, I am starting a local playgroup for the Joliet, Shorewood, Plainfield and surrounding areas. This group is for stay at home and working moms who are expecting or have children under 5.  I have a 2 month old and an almost 4 year old.  Obviously older siblings are always welcome to the events, I will just be planning most of them while my oldest is in school.   I had a successful group a few years ago before having to step down to go back to work after my oldest went to preschool. N …

This group is for anyone interested in home-brewing beer, mead, wine, sake, cider, etc. All skill levels are welcome. I am a novice in home-brewing but would love to meet people who share the same interest and passion for beer! Hope to meet up with the beer enthusiasts of central and eastern Illinois and perhaps try some of your recipes.