We're kicking off the new year with First Friday on January 2, 2026 from 5-8 p.m. in Downtown Bloomington IL. 🎉
💌 For the fifth year, downtown Bloomington businesses and local artists are coming together to support Midwest Food Bank’s Disaster Relief efforts through Cards of Hope. As part of Downtown Bloomington First Friday, community members are invited to create handmade cards that will be included in disaster relief food boxes distributed to families in need throughout the year. These cards offer words of hope, encouragement, and care during difficult times. ❤️
Participating Businesses:
Angel Ambrose Fine Art Studio 💌
Art Vortex Studio 💌
Beluga Press Art Gallery (Sat. 1/3 💌)
(💌 Bobzbay Books on Sat. 1/3 💌)
Eaton Studio Gallery
Inside Out Accessible Art 💌
Joann Goetzigner Studio & Gallery 💌
Red Raccoon Games
Main Gallery 404
The Bistro
Threshold to Hope 💌
... and more!
Can’t attend?
Make cards at home and drop them off at Inside Out Accessible Art
📍 200 W. Monroe St., Bloomington
🕑 By January 31 at 2 PM
📧 Questions? Contact IOAA:
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📞 309-824-5844
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https://illinoisroute66.org/event/downtown-bloomington-january-2026-first-friday-cards-of-hope/
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