Click here to view 2021 Art of Chocolate ticket options, online auction & event details!
The Art of Chocolate is LIFEDesigns‘ signature fundraising event and silent auction every year, and takes place during our community wide Month of Chocolate. This year, our event will be on Zoom and show a variety of videos and live entertainment that focuses on LIFEDesigns and the clients we serve.
In order to keep everyone safe, our virtual event gives the opportunity for the community to come together, to learn about LIFEDesigns, and to raise the necessary funds to support our programs.
2021 Month of Chocolate Full Event Schedule
We Paint…Carnival
The Vault at Gallery Mortgage
(Gallery Hours) Monday – Friday: 9AM – 5PM
Virtual Chocolate Tasting Event
Virtual Event via Zoom
February 6th – 4:00 pm, February 12th – 7:00 pm, and February 27th – 7:00 pm
As a part of Month of Chocolate 2021, we are putting on our very first Chocolate Tasting Event! Attendees will receive a chocolate tasting kit that will include 6 chocolates from around the world, including one chocolate from Bloomington Chocolate Company. This event will be held over zoom and lead by a host, Alex Coniaris, who will lead you through a formal chocolate tasting while sharing fun facts about each one of the chocolates. Click here to purchase your tickets and for more on the event.
Cost: $10 per chocolate tasting kit
After Dark: Chocolate
WonderLab Museum
6:00 PM
This year the event will be open to adults 18+ and will be held virtually. Join us on Saturday February 13 from 7-9 PM for some delicious science! Learn from scientists and chocolatiers about chocolate, candy making, and all things sweet. Stay warm with some cocoa as you enjoy presentations, hands-on activities, and demonstrations.
The Sweet Life
Osmon Chiropractic Center
10:00 AM – 2 PM
Art of Chocolate
LIFEDesigns, Inc.
6:00 PM
Cocoa Couture Fashion Show
Down Syndrome Family Connection (DSFC)
6:00 PM
Month of Chocolate Sponsorship Opportunities
The Month of Chocolate looks a little different this year. Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, we plan to move all main activities to virtual activities. This will allow our clients, staff, and community to participate in the events safely. We are currently accepting sponsorships at all levels.
Click here to view the 2021 MOC Sponsor Agreement & Benefits Form.
2021 Art of Chocolate Auction Donation Form
If you are interested in any of the sponsorships and wish to be part of our event, please email Stephanie Shelton at sshelton@lifedesignsinc.org. We hope you’ll consider this new adventure with us!
Sponsorship forms must by returned by January 2, 2021. Sponsorship payment requested by February 1, 2021.



Month of Chocolate History
Bloomington has been celebrating the Month of Chocolate since 1997, each year and each event unique. Local businesses host chocolate themed events that celebrate a love of chocolate that goes back to ancient times! Each year, there are over 10 events with a different themes. Not only does this festival taste amazing, but it also offers an opportunity to raise funds to support various causes in the community. Don’t forget to get your Chocolate Passport stamped at each event you attend! Bloomington Chocolate Company will award you with a FREE box of Truffles if you turn in your stamped passport at their store in the “Olive Leaf” by College Mall.
3 Stamps = 4 piece box of truffles
5 Stamps = 9 piece box of truffles
Thank You 2021 Month of Chocolate Sponsors!
Chocolate Lover
Chocolate Fan
Chocolate Taster
Chocolate Partner
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