Recreation Rendezvous

Flights of Fancy is Back!

Less than 10 days until Flights of Fancy takes over Switchyard Park. Want to know more about our kite and bubble party on Saturday, May 16? The newest episode of Recreation Rendezvous has you covered. We talked with Community Events Coordinator Bill Ream about what to expect, from kites dancing over the concert lawn to bubbles filling the afternoon. Flights of Fancy is free and takes place Saturday, May 16 from 1–4 p.m. at Switchyard Park, 1601 S. Rogers St. A limited number of kites and kite kits will be available for purchase, or you can bring your own kite to fly. Listen to the episode, then come out and join us.

Holiday Special with Leslie Brinson

In this special episode of Recreation Rendezvous, we sit down with Leslie Brinson, Recreation Services Division Director, to talk about our upcoming holiday-themed events.

Behind the Scenes of Our Pools

In this episode of Recreation Rendezvous, we sit down with Chris Hamric, our Aquatics Manager, to talk about the true costs of maintenance, how tax dollars support operations, and the challenges of keeping facilities maintained.

Guided Meditation: Grounding in Switchyard Park

Take a moment to pause and reconnect with yourself in the heart of Bloomington. In this guided meditation, narrator Glen Hall leads you through a calming practice of grounding, recorded at Switchyard Park. This session is designed to help you slow down, center your thoughts, and find a sense of balance in nature.

Guided Breathing: Meditation

In this Recreation Rendezvous episode, Caleb Poer leads a gentle breathing meditation designed to help you reset and recenter. You’ll be guided through a few simple but powerful techniques. Whether you’re in motion or at rest, this is your reminder to come back to your breath.