“Shop” listings
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Third Sunday Market
Plan to spend several hours browsing through the antique furniture, sports memorabilia, folk art, jewelry, glassware and other flea market finds at this sprawling indoor/outdoor market with more than 450 dealers from 17 states. (08/2011)
At the Interstate Center 2301 W Market St, Bloomington
217-202-2847
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Le Scent Studio
In addition to stocking top-of-the-line perfumes and colognes in his Europeaninspired shop, perfumer Brad Kalavitinos is known for tracking down hard-to-find fragrances for you, even if they’ve been unavailable at other stores for years. Open weekends only. (03/2011)
201 1/2 North St, Ste A, Normal
309- 454-3366
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FABULOUS AFFAIRS
Offerings at this hip, little shop include colorful reusable sandwich bags, jewelry, specialty hand lotion, baby blankets, stationery and personalized invitations for weddings and other special occasions. (01/2011)
110 E Beaufort St, Normal
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HOBBYLAND
A downtown Bloomington mainstay for 56 years, this shop is a model-lover’s dream. Whether you’re into slot cars, trains, trucks, planes, rockets or boats, you’ll likely find the kit, paint, tool or part you need for hours of hobbytime fun. (11/2010)
616 N Main St, Bloomington
309-828-1442
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NEIGHBORHOOD THRIFT STORE
Second-hand shopping is reinvented at this expansive, yet cozy shop. There’s no digging to find the gently used treasures here, including jewelry, teacups, toys, vintage posters, furniture, kitchen tools and books. (09/2010)
406 N Main St, Bloomington
309-827-2500
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UPTOWN GIFTS AND ACCESSORIES
With wares like designer purses, picture frames, fashion flip-flops and even paper made from recycled elephant dung, this shop has a fun, irreverent gift for just about any recipient. (07/2010)
114 D North St, Normal
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THE GINGERBREAD HOUSE
For 33 years, this house-cum-store has offered educational toys for infants through pre-teens. A recently added “adoption” center next door lets girls choose their favorite recycled doll with all the accessories. (03/2010)
603 S Hannah St, Bloomington
309-827-8811
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MAIN GALLERY 404, INC.
Opened in 2008, this downtown fine art gallery features the works of more than 30 local artists. Selections include paintings, photographs, sculptures, jewelry, pottery, glass, wood and mixed media. (12/2009)
404 N Main St, Bloomington
309-828-9500
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Mary Ann Ford
Old bottles take on new life as unique glassware and sculptures at this company run by young local artists. A tour of the warehouse gives you a peek at works-in-progress. (03/2009)
402 S Madison St, Bloomington
No phone
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BEER NUTS PLANT & COMPANY STORE
Love Beer Nuts? Wonder how they're made? Visit the company store and take a video tour of the plant. Make sure to check out the countless varieties of nuts, barware, gift baskets and gear on hand. (02/2009)
103 N Robinson St, Bloomington
309-827-8580
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CHASIN' RAINBOWS
This specialty shop stocks everything you need to make a cozy home, from Heritage Lace products to Yankee Candles to Wind & Willow gourmet seasonings. Even better, it offers nationwide shipping. (01/2009)
1540 E College Ave, Normal
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HOLIDAY TREASURES EXHIBITION AND SALE
Wrap up your holiday shopping with jewelry, ceramics, paintings, photography and sculpture from nearly 100 artists at this annual arts fundraiser. (12/2008)
At the McLean County Arts Center, 601 N East St, Bloomington
309-829-0011
www.mcac.org
