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Performing Arts Series 2010: Call to Sponsors
"It's one of the things I LOVE about this town."
"One of the finest programs available!"
"This is one of the things I love about Bloomington! And am most proud of."
"PAS events are wonderful! The parks are at their best during the PAS events- I love them!"
"A wonderful part of this community!"
-evaluations from the 2009 Performing Arts Series
In 2009, over 10,000 people visted our parks to see Bloomington's finest musicians and movies. Only through the generous patronage of local businesses and organizations is the City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department able to provide FREE concerts and movies to the community. Sponsorship of the Performing Arts Series supports local performers and the community and provides excellent business exposure.
Become a part of the Perfoming Arts Series' 26-year history of providing free concerts, movies, and theatrical performances for the people of Bloomington! Call 349-3725 to find out more about sponsoring a concert of movie at one of Bloomington's beautiful city parks next summer.
Performing Arts Series 2010: Logo Design Contest
Parks and Recreation and the Bloomington Entertainment and Arts District are calling all artists to develop a logo for the Performing Arts Series. The series is designed to provide quality entertainment for the residents of the City of Bloomington, as well as providing a venue for local artists to showcase their talents. The series encompasses several types of entertainment including musical, theatrical, and cinematic, and takes place in a variety of City parks. The logo design should reflect that variety, and incorporate the City of Bloomington logo as well. The chosen artist will receive an honorarium and may have his or her logo used to promote the Performing Arts Series.
Submission Requirements: The contest is open to residents of Monroe County. Artists may submit as many entries as they like and must complete and entry form for each. The Parks and Recreation Department reserves teh right to extend all deadlines associated with this contest to ensure that a sufficient number of entries are received. Each design must lend iteself to many different formats, including publications and signage. It must reproduce well in different sizes and when printed in black and white. All submitted designs must be original work of the artist. By submitting the entry, the artist agrees that the City of Bloomington will become the rightful owner of the image and any likeness of the image and may alter and reproduce the image at its discretion. The design chosen as teh contest winner may not necessarily be used as the official Performing Arts Series logo, or may be chosen in whole of in part as the official Performing Arts Series logo.
Specifications: Electronic entries should be made in high-resolution JPG, EPS, or PNG, Illustrator EPS preferred. Print submissions should be no larger than 8.5'' x 11''.
Deadline: March 26, 2010
Email to levertk@bloomington.in.gov or deliver on CD or in print form with a completed entry form to:
PAS Logo Design Competition
Attention: Kristy LeVert
Parks and Recreation Department
401 N. Morton, Ste. 250
Bloomington, IN 47404
More information, along with rules, regulations and the entry form are available online at http://www.bloomington.in.gov/parks. For more information, contact Kristy LeVert at 349-3725.
A Fair of the Arts Call to Artists
2010 Season
2010 A Fair of the Arts Vendor/Exhibitor Application (PDF 502.43 KB)
The City of Bloomington parks and Recreation Department invites local artists to apply for participate in A Fair of the Arts, a juried arts and fine crafts fair held at Showers Plaza, an outdoor festival site adjacent to City Hall.
A Fair of the Arts is held the second Saturday of the month during the market season: May 8, June 12, July 10, August 14, September 11 and October 9. Accepted local and regional Artists will display, demonstrate and sell their arts on the brick plaza.
Contact Kristy LeVert at 349-3725 for more information regarding product guidelines, criteria for selecting artists, or to receive an application. There is a non-refundable $10 application fee.
To receive full consideration, applications must be received by February 12 at 5 p.m.
Seusspicious Behavior
Saturday, March 6 from 1-4 p.m.
Monroe County Public Library, 303 E. Kirkwood Ave.
FREE for all ages!
Come celebrate and eat some cake! You better hurry or you'll be late!
Visit the Monroe County Public Library for a Read Across America birthday celebration for Dr. Seuss. Come any time between 1-4 p.m. to see a Seusstacular live performance by Bloomington High School North students, make Seusspicious crafts and play Seussrific games!
Co-sponsored by the Monroe County Public Library
Egg Scramble
The 12th annual Nighttime Egg Hunt for Adults
Friday, March 26 at 9 p.m. sharp!
Bryan Park, Woodlawn side.
For ages 21 yrs. and up.
Cost: $8 per person. (Code: 46503-A) Register by March 24 at 5 p.m.
Mr. Bunny is working the night shift, so grab a basket or bag and a flashlight! Each one of 3,000 plastic eggs is filled with a prize or piece of candy. Grand prizes are hidden in special eggs throughout the course. A limited number of spaces are available and pre-registration is required.
Hoosier Hustle
An Urban Adventure Challenge
Saturday, April 17
8 a.m. at the Banneker Community Center
For ages 18 yrs. and up
Cost: $105 for team of three before Friday, April 2; late registration is $135 per team.
Do you like The Amazing Race? Do you like Survivor? Do you feel you can put your mind and body thorugh different challenges? Create a team of three and participate in the fourth annual Hoosier Hustle. You and your team will have an unforgettable day trekking around Bloomington exploring new places, learning new skills, and most importantly, getting a lot of exercise! Teams are faced with challenges that may include cycling, swimming, building, counting, creating, and much more!
Download and complete the Hoosier Hustle registration form before the April 12 deadline! (PDF 221.83 KB) Each team member must fill out a team member health form!
Registration is limited to the first 35 teams, so register early to reserve a space. Submit your team registration and entry fee on or before Friday, April 2 for an early registration fee of $105 per team. Registrations received after April 9 are $135 per team. Deadline to register is Monday, April 12 at 5 p.m. Register in person at the Bloomington Parks and Recreation main office, located at 401 N. Morton St. Suite 250 inside City Hall. You can also mail your completed registration and health forms to: Bill Ream, Bloomington Parks and Recreation, 401 N. Morton St. Ste. 250, Bloomington, IN 47404.
Questions about the Hoosier Hustle? Contact Bill Ream at 349-3748.
Spotlight News in Parks & Recreation Community Events
City, Ivy Tech Present Free Children's Expo February 13 | |
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Children's Expo is 1-4 p.m. at Ivy Tech Community College, with free health screenings for preschoolers and free immunizations, including H1N1, for children under 18. |
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