Upcoming Events

Saturday, March 14

Shut The Flock Off Zine Making Night

Time: 3:30 - 5:30 pm

Location: Unitarian Universalist Church of Bloomington-Normal, 1613 E. Emerson St.

Details: We are folding wallet-sized ‘zines for distribution to area businesses and community organizations, illustrating the hazards and misuse of the Flock cameras that are all over our community. Come fold some paper with us and help make a difference in our fight against corporate surveillance!

Monday, March 16

Rally for Democracy

Time: 12 -1 pm

Location: in front of LaHood’s Office. Uptown Normal

Details: Join Uptown Activists Blo/No and Voices of Reason to have your voice heard.

Every Monday 12 - 1 pm

In front of Congressman Darin LaHood’s office - 108 E. Beaufort St, Normal Bring a sign or borrow one of ours and stand for democracy in a peaceful protest!

Wednesday, March 18

Women’s Fair 2026: Empower Every Stage

Time: 5 - 8 pm

Location: Bloomington Public Library

Details: Lots of vendors and community groups focused on women’s needs and interests in every stage of life. Sergeant Kiel Nowers of the Bloomington Police Department will be the featured speaker, presenting a psychological awareness-based session focused on empowering women with insight into evolving risks and improving safety.

Friday, March 20

Phone Call Fridays with the McLean County League of Women Voters

Time: Any Time

Location: Online

Details: Join the McLean County League of Women Voters on Phone Call Fridays — reaching out to legislators.

Phone Call Fridays is a weekly call to action to DEFEND OUR DEMOCRACY.

The League has done all the work for you — they have all the names, all the phone numbers, and suggested messages to use.

See the LWV page for details: Contact Your Lawmakers — League of Women Voters of Illinois

Wednesday, March 25

Public Safety and Community Relations Board Quarterly Meeting

Time: 6:00 pm

Location: Government Building in Bloomington, 4th Floor

Details: CARE FOR VICTIMS is a local community group that is working to improve the justice system experience for victims of crime. They need a HUGE citizen turnout to push for better police oversight and justice system accountability.

Contact: info@care4victims.org | www.CARE4Victims.org

Saturday, March 28

No Kings Protest

Time: 12 noon - 1 pm

Location: Downtown Bloomington, BCPA

Details: This is the big one! Between 3500 - 4000 democracy-loving people turned out for the last No Kings rally in Bloomington, and we expect even more folks to turn out for this one.

Lots of organizations will have materials to distribute and it’s a great opportunity to see all the things that are going on in McLean County to help and support residents. Mark your calendars now and plan to join us!