healthy is in
By anthony saluto
For healthy alternatives to your routine lunch, Common Ground, a natural food grocery store in downtown Bloomington, offers sandwiches, side dishes and drinks. According to Don, a local downtowner, they have “the best sandwiches for lunch.”
Other sandwiches featured at Common Ground include the chick peas sandwich and the tofu egg salad sandwich, which are all “totally organic food”. A favorite of Don’s however is the avocado, tomato and sprout sandwich. “These things are fantastic,” says Don. This natural food store also has drinks and sides to complete your lunch. Don pairs his favorite sandwich with soy yogurt and a pomegranate blueberry juice.
Common Ground, located at 516 N. Main St, has a wide range of products other than organic food such as household cleaning products, nutritional supplements and books. They are dedicated to providing minimally-processed food with no preservatives or artificial coloring.
Editing, Jeni Nussbaum
downtown bloomington horse drawn carriage during special event. anthony saluto file photo
start new traditions
by jeni nussbaum
Trick or treating, horse drawn carriages, and festive window displays are all anticipated this holiday season in Downtown Bloomington. With Halloween nearing, the Downtown Bloomington Association has been busy planning their annual Trick or Treat event. Participating businesses in the area open their doors to costumed children and families. These businesses will be identified by colorful balloons as a friendly place to stop, explore and of course load up on candy. The event will be Friday, October 26 from 5-7 pm.
The “Once Upon A Time” winter festival is also approaching quickly and will be held Friday, November 30 and Saturday, December 1. The features this year will include horse drawn carriages, the Jaycees parade, St. Nicholas at the museum and live window vignettes. The “Once Upon A Holiday” winter festival has become an annual tradition for many local families and draws in thousands of visitors each year. The event is also a great way to get downtown businesses recognized with most offering special deals and discounts. The Downtown Bloomington Association is dedicated to drawing attention to the historic heart of the city. The Trick or Treat event and “Once Upon A Holiday” winter festival are sure to attract new and experienced visitors to the unique area and provide fun, entertainment and plenty of excitement
