Help move Bloomington forward and celebrate the possibilities of the new Community Health and Wellness Center during this free event at Creekside Community Center. 

• Live music 4:30 - 6 p.m. from The Tuxedo Band, the Twin Cities' longest-running cover band of classic and contemporary rock, pop and country music.
• Buy dinner from the California Dip & Eat food truck.
• Frozen treats from the Icicle Tricycle.
• Games and activities in the park next to Creekside.
• Learn more about the new center’s possible programs, services and amenities. 
• Get flu shots and helpful information and resources from the Bloomington Public Health Mobile Health Hub.
  • Flu shots available until 5:30 p.m.  
  • Bring your insurance card if you have one. No one will be turned away for not having insurance. 
• Mindful weaving activity from artist Katie Ross.

For more information about the Community Health and Wellness Center project, visit bloomingtonforward.org/chwc. 

Questions?  Email forward@bloomingtonmn.gov.

Learn various aspects of the sport of archery during this fun, family-focused program, including: 

• Equipment
• Safety
• History
• Shooting techniques

Youth and adults alike will enjoy this fall program on Tuesdays in October at the beautiful Marsh Lake Archery Range. Friendly competition is encouraged!

• Dates and Times: 
  • October 1, 6 - 7:30 p.m. 
  • October 8, 6 - 7:30 p.m.
  • October 15, 5:30 - 7 p.m.
  • October 22, 5 - 6:30 p.m.
  • October 29, 5 - 6:30 p.m.
• Fee: $5 per participant per session
• Registration: Sign up at blm.mn/webtrac. 
  • Maximum 10 participants per session.
  • Sessions are identical.
  • Participants must be at least 8 years old by session date. 
• Equipment: Provided. Participants will be using compound bows.  
• Parking: Limited on-site parking. Additional parking available at Marsh Lake Playfields.

Take a walk with the BSO! 

This concert will show our appreciation and thanks for nature’s bounty with two well-known and beloved works that celebrate the outdoors. 

• Envision the rolling hills and fields of the harvest with music from the ballet repertoire through American composer Aaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring. 
• Settle in for another view of the beauty of nature in all its peace and ferocity with the legendary “Pastoral” Symphony by Ludwig van Beethoven. 
  • In his Sixth Symphony in F Major, Beethoven explores good feelings, calm, and the outright fear of a mighty storm in the five movements that make up this expression of love for the outdoors that sustained his soul during some of his darkest personal moments.

Returning patrons please note the start time is 2 p.m. 

• Adult $19 | Senior $16 | Student Free | Premium Seats $25

Presented as part of the Bloomington Center for the Arts Performance Series. 

Join Angelica Cantanti Youth Choirs (ACYC) for an afternoon of choral pop tunes! 

The young singers in grades 2 - 12 will perform favorite Broadway, movie and pop tunes at the Annual Fundraiser Concert & Silent Auction event to support the Angelica Cantanti Youth Choirs and honor long time director Rita Docter. 

Come hear the beautiful voices of young people and support the legacy of this outstanding youth choir program in its 44th year. 

This event features all five Angelica Choir Ensembles: Con Brio, Cantabile, Concert Choir, Treble Singers and Cantanti Singers at both concerts.

• Date: February 23, 2025
• Time:
  • Silent Auction bidding opens at 1 p.m. and continues between concerts in the lobby.
  • Concerts start at 2 and 4 p.m. Both shows are identical.
• Location: Schneider Theater at Bloomington Center for the Arts
• Guest Host: Actress Greta Grosch
• Tickets: $41.97 for all ages and seat locations (all fees included)
  • Buy Tickets

Additional concert details available on the ACYC website. 

Presented as part of the Bloomington Center for the Arts Performance Series. 

Enjoy a FREE all-levels yoga class at scenic Bush Lake Beach!

Led by Judy Coughlin, a certified yoga instructor and personal trainer with over 20 years of experience, the sessions will incorporate:

• Hatha and Vinyasa flow styles
• Centering and breathwork
• Restorative poses 

Yoga helps you reduce stress, gain strength, and improve balance and flexibility. Many modifications will be offered for participants of all levels. Please bring your own mat. 

• When: Saturdays, September 7, 14, 21 and 28. 10 - 11 a.m. 
• Where: Grass area north of Bush Lake Beach.
• Who: All are welcome. No registration required. 
• Fee: Free.

Give blood. Save lives.

• 1 donation can potentially save up to 3 lives.
• Every 2 seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood. 
• A single car accident victim can require as many as 100 pints of blood.
• The blood type most often requested by hospitals is type O.

Choose your donation time

Advance registration is required for this event. 

Ways to register

1. Go to the event registration page.
2. Find the drive you are looking for, organized by date, and click "See Times." 
3. Click "Give Blood" next to your chosen time slot.
4. Sign-in or create an account to finish scheduling your appointment.

2. Use the free American Red Cross Blood Donor App

3. Call 1-800-RED-CROSS

What to do before, during and after your donation

• Get a good night's sleep before the day you are donating.
• Eat a healthy meal before your donation.
• Drink an extra 16 oz. of water or nonalcoholic fluids before the donation.
• Remember to bring your donor card, driver's license or two other forms of ID to your donation appointment.

​For more tips, visit the American Red Cross blood donation page.

Safety Precautions

Please DO NOT come to the blood drive if you have symptoms of illness or are not feeling well.

The Red Cross and the City are taking several precautions to help ensure a safe environment for donors, volunteers and Red Cross staff. 

These precautions include:

• Blood drive will be by appointment only; no walk-ins will be allowed.
• Blood donors and Red Cross staff and volunteers will be asked to enter and leave from the east entrance of the building, near Rehearsal Hall.
• All Red Cross staff participate in standard health assessments prior to each blood drive. 
• Masks are welcome, but not required at Bloomington Civic Plaza.
• All donors will be temperature-screened before entering the blood drive.
• Blood donors will be asked to use hand sanitizer before and during the donation process.
• Staff wear gloves throughout the donation process, changing gloves between every donor.
• Donor beds will be sanitized between every donor.
• Social distancing practices will be maintained between donors including donor beds, as well as waiting and refreshment areas.

Questions about donating?

Do you want to learn more about what's happening in your own backyard? Are you interested in growing your business and connecting with your local community?

Join our new bi-monthly Business Connections meetings, coming to a city near you!

Every other month, we will gather as a community to connect, learn and grow from one another. Representatives from Bloomington city leadership, schools, businesses, nonprofit organizations and the Chamber will share upcoming events, initiatives and opportunities for every size business. 

This event is free and open to the public. We hope to see you there!

Typically held on the last Wednesday of every other month, 8-9:30 a.m.

Hosted by 

Minneapolis Regional Chamber and
Nine Mile Brewing Company

Do you want to learn more about what's happening in your own backyard? Are you interested in growing your business and connecting with your local community?

Join our new bi-monthly Business Connections meetings, coming to a city near you!

Every other month, we will gather as a community to connect, learn and grow from one another. Representatives from Bloomington city leadership, schools, businesses, nonprofit organizations and the Chamber will share upcoming events, initiatives and opportunities for every size business. 

This event is free and open to the public. We hope to see you there!

Typically held on the last Wednesday of every other month, 8-9:30 a.m.

Hosted by 

Minneapolis Regional Chamber and
Nine Mile Brewing Company

Visit the City's online agenda management system to view the agenda and minutes for this meeting as they become available.

The City of Bloomington is partnering with Launch Minnesota to host Walk in Wednesdays for Startups and Small Businesses. 

Ahmed Mohidin

Hosted by Ahmed Mohidin from Sigma Consulting and Training, these monthly open house sessions spotlight the wealth of startup resources available in communities throughout MN and help entrepreneurs connect with experts in their area.

The event is free and no registration is necessary.

About Sigma Consulting and Training

Sigma Consulting and Training is a consultancy and training provider specializing in advising and guiding general small businesses and BIPOC-owned small businesses and entrepreneurs. Their team of experienced consultants offer various services, including business planning, financial management, marketing strategy, certifications in local and federal minority procurement, and government contracting. Sigma recognizes the unique challenges small businesses encounter in communities of color, and they work closely with their clients to identify opportunities for growth and improvement. With their customized solutions and individualized approach, they assist small businesses in achieving their objectives and thriving in today's highly competitive market.

Services that Sigma Consulting and Training provides:

• Business planning and assessment
• Strategic planning
• Financial management and financial management software
• Certification for disadvantaged businesses
• Business research assistance
• Small business advising and counseling 
• Mentoring 
• Business formation guide  
• Business retention services
• Access to capital and loan preparation services
• Industry business networking 
• DEB, TG and SBA 8(a) Certification 
• SAM Application 
• Government contracting assistance