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CAMPUS VISITOR’S GUIDE | SPRING/SUMMER 2025

Take a campus tour

Sample Gates

Start at the iconic entryway to campus. The gates, installed in 1987, are made of Indiana limestone and modeled after the gothic-style buildings in the Old Crescent.

Indiana Memorial Union

The IMU is one of the largest student unions in the world, and it’s the perfect place to enjoy antique architecture and grab a snack or drink.

Cox Arboretum

Enjoy a moment in the sun as you walk through the Cox Arboretum. If you’re lucky, you might hear a song playing from the Metz Bicentennial Grand Carillon, which was relocated to the arboretum in 2020 for IU’s 200th anniversary.

Fine Arts Plaza

Walk through the art museum and Lilly Library to see famous paintings and rare books. Theater lovers can catch a show at the IU Auditorium or watch a movie at the IU Cinema.

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Dunn’s Woods

Enjoy a peaceful conclusion to your tour with a stroll through Dunn’s Woods. Look out for deer, squirrels and birds as you make your way back to Sample Gates.

Why ‘bring back the bison?’

By Natalia Nelson nelsonnb@iu.edu | @natalianelsonn

Despite having over 200 years to develop a brand and marketing, Indiana University lacks in one area — it has no mascot.

It’s not for a lack of trying. During the 1900s, IU tested out a slew of mascots, from an owl to a raccoon to dogs, but none ever stuck. Finally, in 1965, IU’s student senate unanimously voted for the bison to represent IU.

The push for the bison was founded on Indiana’s history. They were once native to In-

diana but were hunted close to extinction. Now, only about 100 live in a protected prairie in northwestern Indiana. A bison is also pictured at the bottom of the state seal.

IU ran into trouble figuring out how to put a bison on the field. The initial idea was to purchase a live bison, but feeding, housing and training one would pose too many problems, and the U.S. Department of the Interior, which conserves endangered species, public land and national parks, eventually shut the plan down.

Instead, a bison costume was purchased by the Student Athletic Board. The design left much to be desired — the bison costume’s lateral eyes, lack of arms and hunched posture made it difficult for whoever was in the costume to move on their own, let alone perform tricks or gimmicks to entertain the crowd. Instead, they were led around the field by a rope.

The bison mascot only lasted until 1969, but the push to bring it back has resurfaced 55 years later. Late last year IU’s Student Government voted to pass a bill

that would reinstate the bison as IU’s official mascot. The move came after a poll on their Instagram story found that nearly three-quarters of respondents favored bringing it back.

The bill stated that the bison had sporadically reappeared at IU events and that reinstating it would “enhance the sense of pride and unity among students, faculty, alumni and other supporters of IU athletics”.

But until the university makes an official move, the fate of the furry bovine will remain in limbo.

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The Little 500 Bison rides around Bill Armstrong Stadium during pre-race ceremonies April 19, 2024, in Bloomington. The Bison first appeared as an IU mascot in 1965.

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What is a Hoosier?

By Meghana Rachamadugu megracha@iu.edu | @nutmeginbloom

Some words of advice to anyone enrolling or visiting Indiana University: “B-town” is what we a ectionally call the local area, Bloomington; grabbing a meal on Kirkwood Avenue or Fourth Street really isn’t that far from your dorm, so don’t pay Grubhub extra and just make the trip — it’s worth it; and of course, everyone in Indiana goes by the nickname, “Hoosier.”

It’s basically the equivalent of Washington’s “Washingtonians,” Michigan’s “Michiganders” and New York’s “New Yorkers.” It’s just what everyone living in the state is referred to. Maybe you already knew that, but back when I was a freshman out-of-state, I spent a good week wondering what the heck people were referring to and if I should be concerned.

ere’s no cause for alarm, but the lore behind the “Hoosier” title is extensive as it is fascinating. ere’s no conrmed origin story, but here

are some of my favorites: e term “Hoosier,” referring to Indiana residents, appeared in print as early as 1832. e nickname became more popular the next year when Indiana resident, John Finley, wrote his poem, “ e Hoosiers’ Nest.” Locals adopted the term with pride, although there is speculation whether the term always had a positive connotation.

ere’s another story about the orgin of “Hoosier”. It’s about a contractor named Samuel Hoosier who tended to hire locally rather than in other states like Kentucky to construct the Louisville and Portland Canal along the Chia River. ese workers from Indiana were called “Hoosier’s men” and that shortened to “Hoosiers.” e kicker: the canal records showed no record of anyone named “Hoosier” or something similar.

ere are several other theories about the origin of “Hoosier,” but just remember the history is rich, and it’s a great thing to be a Hoosier.

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The history behind IU’s Sample Gates

By Eva Remijan-Toba eremijan@iu.edu

While the IU community is made up of people from all walks of life, there is one thing that almost everyone has in common: a photo in front of the iconic Sample Gates. As one of the most recognizable structures on campus, they serve as an entrance into the oldest part of IU, known as the Old Crescent.

However, it wasn’t too long ago that they made their debut

on campus.

Although IU was founded in 1820, the gates weren’t built until decades later. Plans to construct an entrance on East Kirkwood Avenue began as early as 1883, but it took over 100 years to get the ball rolling due to disagreements on aesthetics and finances.

This was until the former Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid, Edson Sample, approached the then- IU President John Ryan with a sizeable donation. Sample, an IU

alumnus, spent almost 30 years working in the scholarship office after retiring in 1990. As he approached retirement, he told the Herald Times he wanted to give back to the university in appreciation for all it had given him.

The Gothic-inspired arches were built to resemble the Old Crescent buildings constructed between 1884 and 1908. Made with Indiana limestone, they showcase the state’s renowned limestone industry.

In the summer of 1987, the

Sample Gates were officially introduced to IU’s campus. During the dedication ceremony, Edson Sample said his donation was in honor of his parents, Louise Waite Sample and Kimsey Ownbey Sample Sr.

Today, the iconic landmark has become the backdrop for protests, vigils, graduation photos and more. As the gateway to IU’s vast 1,860acre campus, the two towering pillars and arches are a definite must-see attraction for any visitor.

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Sample Gates are pictured Feb. 13, 2025, on campus in Bloomington. The gates were built in 1987.

IU-affiliated Nobel Prize winners: what did they research?

By Andrew Miller ami3@iu.edu | @andrew_mmiller

IU’s status as a premier research institution over many decades has racked up several Nobel Prize winners, both faculty and alumni. Here are seven university-affiliated prize winners:

Philip H. Dybvig

Philip Dybvig is the latest IU alum to get a Nobel Prize — receiving the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences in 2022. He graduated from IU with a degree in mathematics and physics in 1976.

Some don’t consider the memorial prize, established by Sweden’s central bank, as a “true” Nobel Prize because it wasn’t in Alfred Nobel’s will. Regardless, Dybvig got the prize for his research on banks and financial crises.

Elinor Ostrom

Elinor Ostrom got her Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences in 2009 for research analyzing economic governance. Ostrom was the first woman to receive the prize and was a faculty member at IU for nearly 50 years.

She founded the Ostrom Workshop with her husband in 1973, an organization that still exists to this day. You can find her statue on a bench outside the south end of Woodburn Hall.

Renato Dulbecco

Renato Dulbecco is an Italian American virologist who came to Bloomington after World War II and studied bac-

teriophages – small viruses that infect bacteria.

He later received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1975 for research on viruses that can cause cancer when infecting animals’ cells.

Salvador Edward Luria

Salvador Luria was an Italian American microbiologist who shared his lab with Dulbecco in Bloomington after fleeing World War II. He received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1969 for discoveries relating to virus replication and their genetic structures.

Johannes Hans Daniel Jensen

Johannes Hans Daniel Jensen was a German American

nuclear physicist who worked on the German nuclear energy project in World War II.

He was a visiting professor at IU for one year in the 1950s. He received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1963 for research on the structure of atoms.

James Watson

James Watson is arguably the most famous IU-related Nobel laureate, for his discovery of DNA’s structure. He was Luria’s first graduate student and completed his Ph.D. at IU in 1950.

He received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1962. He continued research in the field. He later had a lengthy history of racist and sexist comments, not based in science.

Hermann Muller

Hermann Muller received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1946 for his research in Xrays, discovering that X-ray irradiation can induce gene mutations.

Right before receiving the award, he joined IU as a professor in Zoology.

Elinor Ostrom

Philip H. Dybvig

Salvador Edward Luria

Johannes Hans Daniel Jensen

Renato Dulbecco

Unravelling IU’s legendary folklore

By Arnaav Anand arnanand@iu.edu

Students have walked IU’s campus for over 200 years, leaving behind stories passed down through generations. From whispered legends to strange traditions that defy explanation, IU’s folklore is woven into the fabric of student experiences.

Some tales are rooted in history, while others take on a life of their own, shaped by the bizarre imaginations of those who care to share them.

Wells Library sinking

According to campus lore, the architect who designed Herman B Wells Library in 1969 made a critical miscalculation — he forgot to account for the weight of the books. As a result, the library has been slowly sinking a few inches into the ground ever since. Of course, the story doesn’t hold up to scrutiny. e 12-story library was built atop a solid 94-foot bed of limestone, a foundation that isn’t about to give way under any number of books it can hold.

Still, the legend persists — maybe it’s the sheer absurdity of the idea, or perhaps it’s because every student, at some point, has felt the overwhelming weight of knowledge pressing down on them.

The

IU Birdman

During spring 1966, students reported hearing a nightly birdlike call echoing through McNutt Quadrangle. No one knew his identity, but allegedly, at exactly 10:30 p.m. each night, his strange cry would pierce the air, starting as a slow pitch and rising into a hysterical shrieking laugh.

e sound quickly became a

campus sensation, drawing students to the McNutt and Foster Quadrangle parking lots just to hear it. Some even recorded the eerie call for local radio broadcasts. However, not everyone found the Birdman amusing. Dormitory and university ocials saw him as a disturbance and launched e orts to catch him in the act. When word of this plan spread, students banded together to protect him from being discovered. His legend grew, culminating in an infamous pantry raid where his call became a rallying signal for the chaos. Eventually, the administration caught him, and the Birdman’s reign came to an end.

The Hatchet Man

Editor’s note: is story includes mention of violence.

e chilling tale of the Hatchet Man begins with a premonition by clairvoyant Jean Dickson, who predicted that someone would escape from a mental health hospital and kill one female student from Indiana’s top three universities. When news spread that a dangerous man had indeed broken out of a hospital near Bloomington, fear gripped the campus.

its way toward her door. en came the scratching. Gentle at rst, then more frantic. Frozen with fear, she pulled the covers over her head and lay still, too terri ed to respond.

Eventually, the noise faded, and she spent the rest of the night wide awake. e next morning, she cautiously unlocked her door, only to stumble back in horror. Lying in front of her room was her friend from the ground oor, her ngernails worn down to the bone from desperately clawing at the door. A hatchet was buried deep in her back.

The Rose Well House

Nestled in the heart of IU’s Old Crescent, the Rose Well House is more than just a picturesque landmark. It’s the setting of one of the most enduring romantic legends on campus. Built in 1908 over a cistern that once supplied water to the campus, the small limestone pavilion has long been a gathering place for students.

of midnight. Whether students believe in the magic or just enjoy the tradition, the Rose Well House remains a cherished symbol of IU’s romantic folklore for couples seeking a moment of history, and maybe just a little superstition, under its stone archways.

The Stolen Fish of Showalter Fountain

Few campus landmarks are as beloved, or as frequently tampered with, as Showalter Fountain. Depicting the “Birth of Venus” surrounded by ve bronze sh, the fountain has been at the center of IU traditions and pranks for decades.

As of today, four of these sh are original, but one of them is a replica. After IU’s historic 1987 men’s basketball national championship win, one of the sh disappeared, never to be seen again. While the replica was installed in 2009, legends surrounding the original still persist. Some say it will only be returned when IU wins another banner while others believe the team won’t win again until the sh is brought back.

e legend follows two students who had received special permission to stay in their dorm at the empty McNutt Quadrangle over anksgiving break.

It is said that eodore F. Rose, who funded its construction, modelled the shape of the eight-sided well house on his Beta eta Pi fraternity pin. For generations, the Rose Well House has been tied to love and commitment and while it served

When former head coach Bob Knight was red in 2000, students gathered at the fountain in protest and carried one of the sh all the way to the foot-

permission to stay in their dorm at the empty McNutt Quadrangle over anksgiving break. ey became uneasy after hearing about the escaped man over

as a favored spot for marriage proposals and weddings, a new tradition took hold.

knock so they could recognize

ey became uneasy after hearing about the escaped man over the radio and devised a secret knock so they could recognize each other.

As the evening wore on, one of the girls, who was studying alone in her third- oor room,

As the evening wore on, one of the girls, who was studying alone in her third- oor room, heard a strange sound echoing through the empty halls — a dragging, thumping noise moving up the stairs, slowly making

Legend has it that if you share a kiss with your signi cant other inside the well house at the stroke of midnight, your love will last forever. e kiss only counts if it lasts the duration of the full twelve strokes

of the sh all the way to the football stadium. In 2013, two more sh were nearly stolen just after graduation. Whether a prank, a curse or just a campus mystery, the missing sh remains one of IU’s most famous

IU’s most relaxing campus spots

By Eva Remijan-Toba eremijan@iu.edu

IU is known for its stunning architecture, scenic green spaces and vibrant student life. But amid the rush of classes and exams, sometimes you just need a moment to decompress. Whether you’re looking for a quiet study break, a peaceful outdoor retreat or a cozy spot to relax with friends, here are the best places on campus to take a breather.

Wellness House

IU’s new Wellness House welcomes students to unwind and recharge. e center o ers a variety of drop-in rooms, including a quiet room for stress relief, a replace room for cozy lounging, a meditation space for re ection and a collaboration space for creativity and socialization. e space is open from noon to 8 p.m. Monday through Wednesday and noon to 5 p.m. ursday and Friday at 625 N. Eagleson Ave.

Eskenazi Museum of Art

If you’re in need of a mental escape, the Eskenazi Museum of Art o ers a refreshing dose of creativity and inspiration. With its diverse art collections, quiet galleries and calming ambiance, it’s a great place to step away from academic stress. After exploring the exhibits, stop by the museum café to enjoy a cup of co ee or a light snack. e museum is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday at 1133 E. 7th St.

Indiana

Memorial Union e Indiana Memorial Union

is a campus hub, but the South Lounge o ers a surprisingly quiet retreat. With its cozy replace, comfortable seating and warm lighting, it’s a great place to relax between classes or catch up on reading. Plus, if you need a quick snack or co ee, the IMU Starbucks is right next door and the food court is just a oor below. For recreational fun, stop by the IMU Bowling and Billiards center open from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through ursday, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, noon to 11 p.m. Saturday and noon to 10 p.m. Sunday.

Stewart’s Hideaway

If you’re looking for a serene spot to clear your mind, nd a bench at Stewart’s Hideaway. Dedicated to Milt and Judi Stewart, the quaint seating area is located in the middle of Dunn’s Woods near the Maurer School of Law. At the entrance of the hideaway, a plaque reads, “May this special place always provide opportunity for respite, re ection, and rejuvenation,” making it the perfect spot for a break. While it’s most enjoyable when the surrounding trees have leaves, the hidden gem is peaceful year-round.

Campus River

Take a stroll along the Campus River that winds through IU’s campus, running from Indiana Avenue to Woodlawn Avenue. e gentle ow of the water and the shade of towering trees create the perfect setting for relaxation. Bring a blanket and settle in on the grass with a good book or set up a hammock between two trees across from Dunn Meadow to sway peacefully while enjoying the fresh air.

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Indiana looks to replicate historic season

By Dalton James jamesdm@iu.edu | @DaltonMJames

Indiana football struggled for much of its 2023 season, which followed a pair of seasons in which it won just six total games. So, just a day after the Hoosiers nished their 2023 regular season at 3-9, head coach Tom Allen was red.

Indiana athletic director Scott Dolson then began a national search for the program’s 30th head coach. Less than a week later, on Nov. 30, 2023, Dolson announced the hiring of Curt Cignetti from James Madison University.

Immediately upon his arrival at Indiana, Cignetti had unwavering con dence in his ability to turn the dormant program, which led the Football Bowl Subdivision in most losses with

713 at the time, around.

“We’re going to change the culture, the mindset, the expectation level and improve the brand of Indiana Hoosier football,” Cignetti said during his introductory press conference Dec. 1, 2023. “ ere will be no self-imposed limitations on what we can accomplish. It will be a day-by-day process that is hinged on being focused on the present moment and improving as much daily as possible to put yourself in the best position tomorrow.”

From his six seasons at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, two at Elon University and six at JMU, Cignetti explained he has a proven process that works in turning schools around. He planned on turning Indiana, a program Dolson dubbed a “sleeping giant,” around.

Cignetti entered his rst season in Bloomington without a losing season in his 14 years as a head coach. Less than a month after being introduced, he was asked how he sells his vision during recruiting. He responded with, “It’s pretty simple. I win. Google me.”

Cignetti and the Hoosiers wasted no time in getting into the win column. Indiana defeated Florida International University in its season opener before drubbing Western Illinois University by 74 points in Week 2. en, in the Hoosiers’ rst real test of the season, they dominated UCLA at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California, by 29 points.

Indiana followed its 3-0 start with seven consecutive wins, including triumphs over Washington and Michigan –– the two

squads that played in the national championship game during the previous season.

Cignetti’s rst loss at the helm of the Hoosiers came to Ohio State, but his squad responded the next week with a 66-0 victory over Purdue to reclaim the Old Oaken Bucket for the rst time since 2019.

Indiana earned its rst-ever College Football Playo berth since it was created ahead of the 2014 season. Despite trailing by 24 points late in the fourth quarter of their CFP First Round matchup with the University of Notre Dame, the Hoosiers pulled within 10 points before ultimately falling 27-17 to end their season with an 11-2 record –– the best in program history.

Cignetti won six National Coach of the Year awards, including being named e

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Sixth-year senior quarterback Kurtis Rourke slides down next to a Nebraska defender Oct. 19, 2024, at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington. Head coach Curt Cignetti’s rst season at IU ended with an 11-2 record.

Associated Press Coach of the Year. He reinvigorated the fan base as they sold out Memorial Stadium for the Hoosiers’ final four home games.

Now, ahead of the 2025 sea son, Cignetti has brought in the 18th-best transfer portal class, according to 247Sports. The class is headlined by former University of California, Berke ley transfer Fernando Mendoza, who is slated to succeed Kur tis Rourke at quarterback for the Hoosiers. Mendoza, whose younger brother Alberto is also a quarterback at Indiana, is a redshirt junior with two seasons of eligibility left.

In total, Indiana landed 20 players out of the transfer por tal, including two sixth-year seniors who previously trans ferred away from Indiana after the 2023 season: safety Louis Moore and offensive lineman Khalil Benson.

Indiana is slated to host its annual Spring Game at noon April 19, giving fans a look at the 2025 squad. The Hoosiers will then begin their regular season Aug. 30 against Old Dominion University at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington as they look to build upon a record-setting 2024 season.

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Redshirt junior defensive lineman Mikail Kamara fights through blockers against Maryland on Sept. 28, 2024, at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington. The Hoosiers ended the season with an 11-2 record.

The hidden gems on IU’s campus

By Andrew Miller ami3@iu.edu | @andrew_mmiller

IU has a long and storied history with all sorts of nooks and crannies hiding history and hidden gems. All you need to do to find them is just take some solid time in your first year and explore, preferably with some friends.

Here are some of my favorites from nearly three years of experience:

Hilltop Garden and Nature Center

All the way on the northeast end of campus lies the Hilltop Garden and Nature Center, an amazing area not many people know about. You can volunteer

at the center and learn about gardening through various courses available for registration on its website.

Most importantly, however, is the once-a-year phenomenon that is Bug Fest. This typically happens in late summer into early fall and features a variety of bug related activities and insects of all kinds. Good for people of all ages.

Maxwell Hall Courtyard

This is a tiny but super cute one right by the Indiana Memorial Union in Maxwell Hall. If you walk along the east side of the building, you’ll see an arch leading into a tiny garden. Inside are some areas to sit, a small pebble fountain and

It’s a cool place to chill if you ever need a spot in the middle of campus for that.

Kirkwood Observatory

Anyone who’s ever been in Dunn’s Woods has likely seen the Kirkwood Observatory’s pearl dome hiding behind some trees. It hosts free public viewings every Wednesday when classes are in session between March and November –which I highly recommend.

It’s named after IU mathematics professor and astronomer Daniel Kirkwood (if you’ve ever wondered who Kirkwood Avenue is named after, it’s this legend.) The observatory also has a solar telescope, which al-

lows you to see sunspots and solar flares, also super cool.

Conrad Prebys Amphitheater

When I was a freshman goofing off with my friends late at night on IU’s campus, we’d frequent the Conrad Prebys Amphitheater right next to the Bryan House for various shenanigans. It’s not really hidden, I just think it’s underutilized. If you liked “Dead Poet’s Society” this is kind of analogous to the cave. It was stupid then as it is stupid now, but my friend and I performing part of the “Hymn to Hermes” in front of random people at around 1:30 a.m. one night is one of those college memories I won’t forget.

some greenery.

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Volunteers tie bags of soil and assemble growing trays Jan. 20, 2020, at the Hilltop Garden and Nature Center in Bloomington. The center has hosted classes and volunteer events for students and residents interested in learning about gardening.

Why is limestone important to Bloomington?

By Ethan Roberts ethrobe@iu.edu | @usaEthanRoberts

Indiana’s rst commercial limestone quarry opened in 1827. Now, Indiana University hosts an annual Limestone Fest. But why is this rock so important to the Indiana Uplands area?

According to Smithsonian Magazine, the 35-mile stretch of limestone between Bedford and Bloomington has aided in the reconstruction of several historical buildings, including many of the buildings a ected by the Great Chicago Fire in the 1890s and the Pentagon in the early 2000s after the 9/11 attacks.

Indiana limestone also aided in the construction of the Empire State Building in New York and the National Cathedral and parts of the Lincoln and Je erson memorials in Washington, D.C.

Limestone became the solution to reconstruction because of its ame-resistance. According to the Natural Stone Institute, limestone

has the highest R-value, the measured ability to resist heat ow, of the most common stone types used in building construction.

According to an IU press release, it is estimated that 50% to 75% of all limestone buildings in North America are made of Indiana limestone, including several buildings on IU’s campus such as Ballantine, Kirkwood, and Wylie Halls.

In 2007, Visit Bloomington and the Lawrence County Tourism Commission recognized the month of June as “Limestone Month.” In June, there are tours, exhibitions and other festivities to celebrate the Indiana state rock.

In June 2022, the Indiana Geological and Water Survey, a geological research organization associated with IU, hosted the inaugural Limestone Fest on IU’s campus.

Bedford, a city 18-miles south of Bloomington that shares much of Bloomington’s limestone inventory, is the limestone capital of the world.

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Limestone is seen Jan. 17, 2025, on Indiana University Bloomington’s campus. Many buildings on campus were built out of limestone.

A fan’s guide to the Little 500

By Parker Rodgers parkrodg@iu.edu

Every year, men’s and women’s cycling teams at IU compete in the Little 500. The men’s race consists of 200 laps (50 miles) and the women’s race 100 laps (25 miles). Only the quickest men’s and women’s teams can claim the title as Little 500 champions, hoist the Borg-Warner trophy and have their names cemented into history.

Rules to know

Pits: Each team chooses a pit along the track’s circumference. This is determined by each team’s qualification position. Each pit is 16 feet long, and no teams can exchange in that area. Only six people are allowed in the pit during the race.

Exchanges: Each team must complete exchanges throughout the race. An exchange counts when teams switch riders with one or two bikes.

During the exchange, the outgoing rider is not allowed to touch the incoming bike until it has reached the front line of each team’s designated pit area. Each exchange also must be completed within an area of 32 feet.

The women are required to complete a minimum of five exchanges while the men must complete at least 10 exchanges.

Line-up: The lineup is how riders are lined up for the pace lap.

Penalties: If a team is in violation of the rules, they’ll be penalized for at least two seconds. The team’s time must be spent in the penalty box, which is near the start line.

Teams must serve the penalty within 10 laps of it being announced.

Safety zone: The safety zone is in the infield, 10 feet from the in-

side line of the track. This area between the line and the track may only have authorized people in it.

Entering the infield: Entering the infield is known as the cement gutter around the inside of the track. Riders are not to ride on it unless a team is forced onto the gutter and into the infield.

Any attempt of a team trying to improve its position by riding through the infield will be assessed a penalty.

Officials

IUSF Little 500 race director: Oversees all cycling activities.

Chief Steward: They decide all questions relating to the conduct of the race. They have the power to disqualify any rider or team from further competition in the race for unsportsmanlike conduct. They also have the power to assess penalties throughout the race as needed. The chief stewards’ decisions are final.

Judges: There are 17 judges stationed throughout the track. The judges’ job is to report irregu-

larities to the Chief Steward.

Chief Observers: There are three chief observers stationed in observation towers. The observers’ main duty is to aid the Chief Steward with enforcing rules.

Starter: They are responsible for giving out flag signals to riders.

Safety Officials: They are responsible for making sure every rider is safe during the race.

Terms to know

Bike: The Indiana University Student Foundation gives each team two bikes for the race. Teams that fail to comply with the rules or make illegal changes to the bikes will receive a penalty. Teams may only be issued a third bike if both bikes are damaged beyond repair.

Flags: The race is controlled using official flags that have different meanings based on the color:

Green: Starting signal

Black: Ride on outside of track

Red: Stop, the race is halted

Yellow: Ride with caution and maintain position

Blue with orange stripe: Bicycle attempting to pass

White: You are starting your last lap

Checkered black and white: You have completed the race Teams that fail to observe flags will receive penalties.

Pole: The team that begins the race in first place.

Borg-Warner Trophy: The name of the trophy presented to the winners of the Little 500. It is a replica of the Indianapolis 500 trophy.

Drafting: When a rider conserves energy by riding behind another rider, which benefits the rider from reduced wind resistance.

Green Jersey: The team that qualifies at the pole gets to wear the green jersey.

Yellow Jersey: Last year’s winning team for both the men’s and women’s teams get to wear the yellow jersey.

White Jersey: Teams that win the spring series get to wear the white jersey.

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Black Key Bulls rider junior Will Wagner is lifted up in the air after the conclusion of the men’s Little 500 Race April 20, 2024, at Bill Armstrong Stadium in Bloomington. Black Key Bulls won the last year’s men’s Little 500 race.

COLUMN: ‘Breaking Away’ isn’t your average sports movie

By Ursula Stickelmaier ustickel@iu.edu

Since its release in 1979, “Breaking Away,” directed by Peter Yates, has been known as the one and only Little 500 movie. While Yates’ lm is about the IU bicycle race, I would say it’s also about honoring Bloomington more than people might think. e movie is centered around four boys from Bloomington, Indiana: Dave (portrayed by Dennis Christopher), Mike (Dennis Quaid), Cyril (Daniel Stern) and Moocher (Jackie Earle Haley). While each of the boys have some of their own individual storylines, the main character in the lm is de nitely Dave. It’s established pretty early on that he is viewed as an outsider by Bloomington residents. e bicycle obsessed teen has dreams of racing with the Italians and he doesn’t really t in. is dream causes a divide between Dave and his parents. Evelyn (Barbara Barrie) and Ray (Paul Dooley) don’t understand their son, and while Evelyn tries to share Dave’s interests, Ray mostly resorts to anger, resulting in a wider rift between him and

Dave.

e relationship between Dave and his parents was one of the most compelling parts of the lm to me. While the “parents that don’t understand their child” trope is one of the more common dynamics seen in coming-ofage lms, “Breaking Away” goes about it in a great way. It’s not just a series of scenes where Ray yells at Dave, you get to see where Ray is coming from and see how Dave handles the lack of support from his own father.

e two do have a happy outcome by the end of the movie but it’s also not this perfect moment where Ray just magically understands his son. By the end of the movie, they still have room to grow in their relationship which allows for something beautifully realistic.

At its core, “Breaking Away” is a love letter to Bloomington and the people that live there. e movie primarily highlights the town and while IU plays a big role in it, the lm is not all about the university that Bloomington is often recognized with.

Dave and his friends, known as the team, “Cutters,” which re-

fers to the Bloomington townies who cut limestone in the local quarries, are looked down upon by the rich, privileged students at IU. is is where the Little 500 race plays a big part in the movie. ough there are other teams competing, it becomes very obvious to the viewer that the real race is between the Cutters and a group of IU students led by one of the lm's antagonists, Rod (Hart Bochner).

e Little 500, which began in 1951, had been going on for nearly 30 years when Yates’ lm came out. During these biking portions you really get a sense of

the dedication Dave has to the sport. It’s not just him as an individual though, during the actual race you see a great portrayal of the teamwork that goes into the Little 500 Race as well. It feels like you’re getting a behind the scenes look of the biking world. is underdog story is one you can really get wrapped up in. You want to root for these guys. You want to see them succeed. And even though it’s been nearly 50 years since its release, “Breaking Away” continues to do a great job at showing the beauty and community that Bloomington has to o er.

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A scene from “Breaking Away” is pictured. The lm follows the Cutters team as it competes in IU’s Little 500 race.

A fan’s guide to Indiana Athletics

By Mateo Fuentes-Rohwer matfuent@iu.edu | @mateo_frohwer

With 24 varsity sports and countless amount of club ones, Indiana University has a team for all different types of fans. Here’s a rundown of the marquee sports at IU:

Football

With first-year Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti at the helm, Indiana football reached double digit wins for the first time in its history. Their 11-1 regular season record guided

the Hoosiers to a third-place finish in the Big Ten and a spot in the College Football Playoff.

Ahead of Cignetti’s second season, Indiana will host its spring game April 19. The Hoosiers welcomed the No. 18 ranked transfer portal class in the nation for the 2025 season.

Men’s basketball

Indiana men’s basketball has five national championships in its history, the fifth most in the nation. Even without much recent success, albeit trips to the NCAA Tournament

in 2022 and 2023, the Hoosiers are a program often in the national spotlight.

Just off Interstate 69 sits Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, one of the iconic venues in college basketball. The arena seats 17,222 people at its full capacity, with both the men’s and women’s teams playing their games there.

Women’s basketball

While not touting the same level of history as its counterpart, Indiana women’s basketball has produced plenty of

successful seasons in recent memory under head coach Teri Moren.

In the 2022-23 season, the Hoosiers finished atop the Big Ten for only the second time in their history, earning a 28-4 record overall and 16-2 in the conference. The next season, Indiana reached the Sweet Sixteen for only the third time ever.

Men’s soccer

Indiana men’s soccer is one of the university’s most prestigious programs. The Hoosiers have won eight national cham-

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Junior wide receiver Elijah Sarratt celebrates a touchdown against Michigan on Nov. 9, 2024, at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington. Indiana has 24 varsity sports teams.

pionships, the second most in all of men’s college soccer.

With head coach Todd Yeagley, Indiana nished a successful 2024 campaign, winning a share of the Big Ten title for the second consecutive year. e Hoosiers also reached the NCAA Tournament for the 38th straight year and the Sweet Sixteen for the 10th straight time.

Women’s soccer

Only a season removed from making the NCAA Tournament for the rst time since 2013, Indiana women’s soccer managed only one Big Ten win. In the o season, head coach Erwin Bennekom announced his resignation and later joined Florida State University as an assistant coach.

On Feb. 11, Indiana announced the hiring of Josh Rife for the vacancy. Rife played two

seasons for the men’s program in 2000-01, and he coached Ball State University the past six seasons.

Men’s and women’s swimming and diving

Full of past and present Olympians, Indiana men’s and women’s swimming and diving have touted some of the elite athletes in the sport, including nine-time gold medalist Mark Spitz.

In the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, former Hoosier swimmers Lilly King and Blake Pieroni earned their sixth and fourth Olympic medals, respectively. Current Hoosier swimmer Anna Peplowski secured a silver medal in a relay event.

At the 2024 NCAA Men’s Swimming and Diving Championships, the men’s squad clinched its fth top ve nish

in the previous six seasons. e women’s side weren’t far behind, nishing seventh in the nation.

Baseball

Following its best season in program history in 2013, one in which it reached the College World Series, Indiana baseball has made it to the NCAA Tournament seven times. e Hoosiers have made the tournament in back-to-back years and look to make that streak three consecutive years in 2025.

Softball

While su ering from a regular season Big Ten title drought dating back to 1994, Indiana softball has produced recent success. In the previous two seasons, the Hoosiers have reached the NCAA Tournament, marking only the eighth

and ninth times the program has done so.

Last season, Indiana reached the Big Ten Tournament title game for the second straight season. Although it failed to record a win in the NCAA Tournament, the achievement marked the Hoosiers’ rst time securing consecutive tournament appearances since 1985-86.

IU also elds volleyball, eld hockey and cross country in the fall. Its winter sports include wrestling and water polo, while its spring sports consist of track and eld, men’s and women’s golf, men’s and women’s tennis and women’s rowing.

Even with its club sports, Indiana nds success. In 2024, the Hockey at IU club team won the American Collegiate Hockey Association National Championship.

Meet Martha the Mop Lady:

By Jack Forrest jhforres@iu.edu | @byjackforrest

How often does a custodian command the attention of thousands of fans?

During the IU basketball

season at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, it’s nearly every week. “Martha the Mop Lady” is the name ascribed to opera singer Martha Webster, who portrayed the character in an Indiana Farm Bureau Insur-

Assembly Hall. A cacophony of kazoo sounds plays IU’s fight song, “Indiana, Our Indiana,” as Martha whistles along. Eventually, she begins to belt out the words:

“Never daunted, we cannot falter, in the battle, we’re tried and true!”

The ad aired before IU basketball games on local television channel WTTV4. But as the Bob Knight-led Hoosiers grew a national audience, CBS began airing IU games across the country, and the ad stopped playing. After more than 20 years off the air, IU and Indiana Farm Bureau brought back the ad in 2010 — this time, on the screens at Assembly Hall. It’s become a staple of the Hoosiers’ pregame ritual for all men’s and women’s games, with fans clapping along to Martha’s performance of the fight song.

ance commercial played in the 1970s and ‘80s.

The commercial was almost instantly iconic. Martha, sporting a white outfit accented by a red bonnet and apron, mops the hallowed floors of

But Martha’s impact extends beyond the commercial. After initially declaring for the NBA draft in 2022, IU men’s basketball big man Trayce Jackson-Davis announced he’d return to IU for his senior year with an edit set to the audio from the ad. In 2023, Jacobs School of Music opera singer Maggie Kinabrew portrayed Martha in a live rendition of the commercial in Assembly Hall. Another singer dressed as Martha led fans in song at a women’s basketball game in November last year. Most recently, IU agreed to license out Martha-branded merchandise in November. Fans can now purchase official Martha mugs, shirts and more.

So, the next time you clap along to “Indiana, Our Indiana” at a game, remember the story of the janitor who became a symbol of Indiana basketball.

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Martha the Mop Lady is photographed February 16, 1980. Opera singer Martha Webster played a cleaning woman (sometimes referred to as “Martha the Mop Lady”) for Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance television commercials from 1978-1988.

Inside the origins: Old Brass Spittoon, Old Oaken Bucket

By Dalton James jamesdm@iu.edu | @DaltonMJames

Each fall when Indiana football competes on the field, it is playing for more than just victories.

In two matchups each season, the Hoosiers are playing for a trophy and bragging rights in two historic rivalries.

Old Brass Spittoon

When Indiana and Michigan State match up on the gridiron late in the fall, the Old Brass Spittoon is on the line.

The spittoon was initiated by Michigan State’s junior and senior classes and the student council. It was then accepted by the Indiana Student Senate.

The 1950 contest between the two squads marked the first time the spittoon was awarded to the winner of the game. The

spittoon originally came from one of Michigan’s earliest trading posts and is widely believed to be nearly 200 years old.

Since 1950, the Spartans lead the series 50-16-1. However, the Hoosiers reclaimed the spittoon in their historic 2024 season with a dominant 47-10 victory over Michigan State on Nov. 2, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, Michigan.

Old Oaken Bucket

Not only are in-state bragging rights at stake between Indiana and Purdue, but so too is the Old Oaken Bucket.

Indiana and Purdue have been playing football against each other since 1891. In 1925, the Indiana and Purdue Alumni Clubs of Chicago met to “discuss the possibility of undertaking a worthy joint en-

terprise on behalf of the two schools,” according to Indiana football’s game notes.

Indiana’s Dr. Clarence Jones proposed creating a trophy that would be awarded to the winner of the annual football matchup. Then, J. Frank Lindsey, who graduated from Indiana in 1913 and was elected chairman of the joint committee, chose Dr. Jones and Purdue’s Russel Gray to recommend a “suitable trophy.”

At one of the following meetings, the committee recommended “an old oaken bucket as the most typical Hoosier form of trophy, that the bucket should be taken from some well in Indiana and that a chain to be made of bronze block ‘I’ and ‘P’ letter should be provided for the bucket.”

The committee also stated the winner of the annual

matchup would possess the Old Oaken Bucket until the contest the following year, as the victor should also attach their school’s block letter to the bail with the score engraved on it.

Purdue Fritz Ernst and Indiana’s Wiley J. Huddle were tasked with finding the bucket, which they located between Kent and Hanover in southern Indiana on the old Bruner Farm, which is a region settled by the Bruner family in the 1840s. Therefore, the bucket is around 180 years old.

Since 1925, Purdue leads the Old Oaken Bucket series 63-33-3. Even more so than they did against Michigan State, the Hoosiers walloped the Boilermakers 66-0 in the latest matchup Nov. 30, 2024, at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington to reclaim the trophy for the first time since 2019.

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Indiana football players hold the Old Oaken Bucket after the game against Purdue on Nov. 30, 2024, at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington. The bucket was first introduced in 1925.

A Walk Through IU History

In the 205th year of Indiana University, take a look at moments from the last 100 years

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1925 William Earl Keisker as Ben Hur (left) and Leo William Shumaker as Julius Caesar (right) are pictured on chariots at the All-University Cirkus’ Chariot Race on June 9, 1925, on Jordan Field. The race was part of commencement week.

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1975

The Indiana women’s field hockey team plays in a game against Taylor University in 1975. Women’s field hockey was cut from the IU athletics program in the 1980s, but returned in 1995.

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1985

Indiana women’s basketball guard Linda Cunningham dribbles the ball during a game against Michigan State University in 1985. Cunningham was an All-Big Ten candidate and started in 81 of her 86 collegiate career games.

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1985

An ad for a performance of The Temptations and The Supremes at the IU Auditorium is pictured in the October 1985 edition of Ryder Magazine. The auditorium has long hosted wellknown and beloved performers.

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1975 Indiana men’s basketball coach Bob Knight and basketball team member Scott May are pictured on the sidelines during a NCAA tournament game against the University of Texas at El Paso on March 15, 1975, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Indiana ultimately won the championship.

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1985 Computers, projectors and printers are pictured in the Union Access Center on October 14, 1985, inside the Indiana Memorial Union. The Access Center no longer exists, but the Memorial Union is still home to computers, printers and tech support within the Student Technology Center.

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A singer performs with IU Soul Revue in 1995. IU Soul Revue is an R&B, pop, soul and contemporary Black music ensemble founded in 1971 that performs at venues around the country and has opened for performers including James Brown and Bootsy Collins.

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Students perform the opera “Nixon in China” on Feb. 17, 1995, at the Musical Arts Center. “Nixon in China” is a three-act opera based on U.S. President Richard Nixon’s trip to China in 1972 to meet with Mao Zedong, which premiered in 1987.

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The Dodds House team holds up a bicycle after winning the Little 500 race on April 17, 2005, at Bill Armstrong Stadium. Founded in 1951, the Little 500 is the largest collegiate bike race in the country and was featured in the 1979 movie “Breaking Away.”

2005 Two students study together March 25, 2005, at the Herman B Wells library. The library opened in 1969 and was named the Herman B Wells library in June 2005.

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2015 Cara Hansvick and her partner, Andrew Copeland, rehearse for IU Opera & Ballet Theater’s “The Nutcracker” ballet in November 2015. The Ballet Department performs “The Nutcracker” every winter.

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2015 Performers play Chinese traditional fan dance during the Chinese Spring Festival Gala Feb. 20, 2015, at the IU Auditorium. IU Chinese Students and Scholars Association held the event to celebrate Lunar New Year.

Statues of IU

By Sydney Weber syaweber@iu.edu

IU Bloomington has sculptures and statues all over campus, many crafted by IU professors and artists. These works of art commemorate researchers, athletes and musicians and often have some surprising backstories.

Here are some of the best stories behind iconic campus art.

Herman B Wells by Harold ‘Tuck’ Langland

Perhaps the most famous statue on IU’s campus is that of former president and chancellor Herman B Wells. Fun fact, the B in his name doesn’t stand for anything, according to Wells’ obituary in the New York Times in 2000. His parents couldn’t agree on a middle name that

started with ‘B’, the tradition on his mother’s side of the family. Wells’ statue sits on a bench in the Old Crescent, near the Rose Well House. It’s tradition that if students shake Wells’ hand, it will bring them good luck on their final exams.

According to a 2010 Indiana Daily Student story, sculptor Harold “Tuck” Langland, an alum of the University of Min nesota, carved “University of Minnesota — Go Gophers” on the underside of the brim of Wells’ hat.

‘Search of Universal Life’, or ‘SOUL’ by William Snapp

William Snapp’s statue of a man reaching towards the sky stands in the Commemorative Garden of the Indiana Memorial Union.

“SOUL” was donated to the university in 1989 and stolen

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The Hoagy Carmichael statue at IU Bloomington is pictured. Statues and sculptures celebrating IU and Bloomington can be found around IU’s campus.

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The bronze statue of former IU President and Chancellor Herman B Wells is pictured Oct. 17, 2024, on campus in Bloomington. Wells served as president of the university from 1938 to 1962.

(for the first time) circa 1995, according to a 2002 IDS story. It was found in a utility tunnel.

The statue was stolen again in 2002 and discovered in the woods nearly a year later, the IDS reported in 2003. It hasn’t been reported missing since.

‘Hoagy Carmichael Landmark Sculpture’ by Michael McAuley

Near the IU Auditorium sits a bronze sculpture of Hoagy Carmichael, a Bloomington jazz pianist and composer who is best known for his song “Stardust.” A 2008 IU news article described many of Carmichael’s compositions as “American jazz standards” and recounted that he won an Oscar in 1952 for his song “In the Cool, Cool, Cool of the Evening.” Sculptor and Bloomington native Michael McAuley depicted Carmichael seated at a piano with one hand resting on its top. Students often

place a flower in that hand or on the brim of Carmichael’s hat.

George Taliaferro by Brian Hanlon

An IU Athletics story from 2019 described George Taliaferro as “one of the most important and influential individuals in the history of Indiana University.”

Taliaferro was an accomplished football player and the first Black man to be drafted into the NFL. Taliaferro and Wells played a significant part in the desegregation of Bloomington in the 1940s, according to the 2019 story.

His statue stands on the north side of Memorial Stadium, at the George Taliaferro Plaza.

‘Peau Rouge Indiana’ by Alexander Calder

American sculptor Alexan-

der Calder, famous for his mobiles and monumental works, created this abstract art piece in 1970 specifically for the Musical Arts Center of the Jacobs School of Music, according to Visit Bloomington.

The Herald-Times reported in 2018 that when “Peau Rouge Indiana” needed to be repainted in 1980, the primer was too similar in color to the gold of rival school Purdue. IU president John Ryan sent for the Calder Foundation’s red paint via plane, to make sure that the sculpture wasn’t painted gold when IU faced off against Purdue for the Old Oaken Bucket.

Elinor Ostrom by Michael McAuley

Elinor Ostrom was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize in Economics, and her statue sits in the Ostrom Commons behind Woodburn Hall, invit-

ing passerby to stop for a while. Sculptor McAuley said that the statue was meant to reflect Ostrom’s vivacious character in a 2020 IU news story.

“Harlan” by Amy Brier, Mike Donham and Accent Limestone

Outside of the Psychology Building, there is a giant limestone sculpture of a brain, and his name is Harlan.

Artist Amy Brier, carver Mike Donham and Accent Limestone worked together to create the largest anatomically correct sculpture of a brain in the world, according to the Department of Psychology and Brain Sciences. Harlan owes his name to the Harlan Family Foundation, who underwrote the project.

Harlan is often lit up at night, and on Nov. 5, 2024, Harlan sported a sign reading “I voted.” Good job, Harlan.

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IU is known for its beautiful campus with iconic landmarks like Sample Gates, the Indiana Memorial Union and the Rose Well House. However, if you step off campus, you will see that the city of Bloomington has even more to explore.

Here are things to do on your next Bloomington outing.

Try a local food truck at Switchyard Park

With a dog park, pickleball courts, fitness stations and more, a sunny afternoon spent at Switchyard Park is a must. The 65-acre park at 1601 S. Rogers St. regularly hosts community events like the Bloomington Winter Farmers’ Market and drop-in fitness classes.

From April to October every Friday, Switchyard hosts Food

trucks, live music and entertainment such as balloon artists and body painters. Food trucks include cheesesteaks from Slop Shop, ice cream from The Chocolate Moose, tacos from Una Mas and more.

Sip coffee and study at Bloomington Farmstop Collective

The Bloomington Farmstop Collective is a farmers’ market and café owned by more than 60 local farms that is perfect for anyone wanting to eat clean and support local farms. The market offers a wide variety of fresh produce, meat and dairy products as well as sauces, nut butters and desserts. They even sell organic dog treats for your furry friends.

There is also a café with freshly made pastries, soups and beverages. After ordering a refreshing iced matcha or soothing herbal tea, there is plenty of

some work or catch up with friends.

The Bloomington Farmstop Collective is located at 902 W. Kirkwood Ave. and is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Catch a movie at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater

Built in 1922, the BuskirkChumley Theater at 114 E. Kirkwood Ave. is one of Bloomington’s many iconic locations. Not only does the theater play movies, it also hosts concerts, ballets, comedy shows and more.

The theater offers concession stands with popcorn and candy as well as alcoholic beverages from Upland Brewing Company and Cardinal Spirits.

Hike at Griffy Lake Nature Preserve

Griffy Lake Nature Preserve offers a 109-acre lake and

1,200-acre nature preserve, just minutes from IU’s campus. The expansive lake is ideal for fishing and boating. kayaks, canoes, paddleboards and rowboats can be rented from the Griffy Lake Boathouse. Swimming is not permitted at Griffy Lake.

If you’re not one for water, the nature preserve also has 10 hiking trails ranging from easy to rugged for more experienced hikers.

Dine at Amrit India

Bloomington is home to a wide variety of international cuisine. Amrit India on 124 N. Walnut St. is just one of the over 75 international restaurants in the city. The familyowned restaurant boasts an extensive menu of authentic Indian dishes, including biryani, chicken tikka masala and much more.

The Indiana Memorial Union has seen IU in the best and worst of times

By Marissa Meador marnmead@iu.edu

e Indiana Memorial Union, arguably the heart of IU student life, was itself created by a student seeking to solve a crisis of division.

In 1909, IU student John Whittenberger came up with the idea for the IMU to bridge the gap between fraternities and non-a liated groups and freshmen and sophomores, whose squabbles were sometimes becoming physical. With the help of then-IU president William Lowe Bryan, Whittenberger’s idea was realized in December 1909, and he became the union’s rst president.

Since then, the building has hosted concerts, dances and served as the country’s longestrunning college lm series. Step inside the union today and you’ll see students grabbing a slice of pizza or a co ee, bowling after class or participating in activities programmed by the Union Board, the IMU’s 18-student governing body.

e IMU was rst located in the Student Building before it moved to its spot at the center of campus, nudged between

Dunn Meadow and Beck Chapel, in 1932.

ough the IMU was created to bring students together, the union was male-only until students voted during the 19521953 school year to approve a revised constitution that would allow women, according to archives of the Herald-Times.

e union’s programming and features have also changed throughout di erent eras. In the 1940s, the IMU held free movies for soldiers and Friday night dances. In 1960, it added

the Biddle Hotel and Conference Center, which now boasts 189 guest rooms and more than 50,000 square feet of meeting space. In the 1970s, it hosted Bob Dylan, held a bluegrass festival and organized discotheques, according to H-T archives. In 2021, the Union Board organized a Charli XCX concert as new students were welcomed to campus.

e IMU has been the backdrop for countless protests in Dunn Meadow, including last April’s pro-Palestinian encamp-

ment. As IU attempted to disperse the group, Indiana State Police o cers set up a sniper ri e at the top of the IMU. Now over a century old, the IMU has weathered the best and worst times in IU’s history. Today the 500,000 square foot building holds around 17,000 events per year and is almost always buzzing with student chatter or keyboard clacking. IMU upcoming events can be found online at imu.indiana. edu/activities-services/events/ index.html.

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Celebrate IU at these local Hoosier staples

By Nicole Blevins neblevin@iu.edu

Indiana University is well known for its stunning campus and highly ranked schools, but most importantly, for the passion and excitement of Hoosier Nation fans. Thinking about heading to an athletic event or watching a game at a local restaurant? Maybe you want a comfortable sweatshirt to wear on a lazy Sunday? Visit these five places around Bloomington to watch a game, find IU gear and enjoy classic Bloomington pizza.

The Indiana Shop

Before making your way to the function, you must dress in your best Cream and Crimson. The Indiana Shop, with locations on Kirkwood Avenue and East Third Street, has a selection for everyone. The store offers IU memorabilia, gifts and the notorious candy stripe pants. Whether you are shopping for yourself or a friend, you are sure to find your next game day fit.

Indiana University Bookstore

Located inside the Indiana Memorial Union, the Indiana University Bookstore is another great spot to find the perfect Hoosier apparel. The store sells clothing, hats, accessories, gifts and decor. It also offers textbooks, school supplies, electronics and tech accessories. While you’re here, explore the campus in true Hoosier spirit!

Nick’s English Hut

A staple of IU since 1927, the iconic Nick’s English Hut on Kirkwood Avenue is the perfect place to eat after a campus tour or to watch an IU game. The

menu features burgers, pizzas, chicken and their famous “Biz” fries. If you are part of the 21+ crowd, you can play “Sink the Biz” upstairs in the Hoosier Room. Consider making a reservation if you are stopping by during a busy weekend.

BuffaLouie’s at The Gables

Another hallmark of Bloomington, BuffaLouie’s is a musttry if you are in the mood for wings. The interior is heavily decorated with Indiana memorabilia and other sports relics, providing a great atmosphere for game day. Sitting parallel to IU’s campus on Indiana Avenue since 1987, the wing joint is an excellent place to hang for a game day, snack break or dinner with friends!

Mother Bear’s Pizza

Originally an extension

of their first business, Bear’s Place, owners Ray McConn and Bruce Strom opened Mother Bear’s Pizza in 1973 on East Third Street. It was named “the best pizza in Bloomington” by the IDS in 1979 and has been featured in several top publications, like

People Magazine and USA Today, per its website. With two locations — on campus and on the west side — Mother Bear’s serves up gourmet pizzas and other Italian dishes. Here is a tip: bring a Sharpie to sign your name on the table, chair or wall!

LAUREN MCKINNEY | IDS People walk into Nick’s English Hut on Feb. 14, 2025, in Bloomington. The restaurant opened in 1927.

LAUREN MCKINNEY | IDS People walk past the Indiana Shop on Feb. 14, 2025, in Bloomington. The store offered a variety of different IU apparel.

News through the eyes of IU students

By Deshna Venkatachalam devenkat@iu.edu

IU is a community home to over 68,000 degree-seeking undergraduate students and over 20,000 graduate students. Many student media outlets offer information on the latest news in and around IU so students and staff can keep up with the growing campus. These media programs also offer hands-on experience in different areas of media, including reporting, editing, photography, design, broadcast, advertising and more.

Indiana Daily Student

The IDS is an editorially independent student organization that produces multimedia news components, including reporting, social media, photography, video, design, podcasts and advertising. For the spring 2025 semester, a weekly paper is published every Thursday online along with seven print editions this semester. The website is also

updated daily with stories ranging from breaking news, sports, opinion, campus life and more written and edited by students.

WIUX

WIUX is a student-run radio station that broadcasts shows right to your radio or online at 99.1 FM WIUX-LP Bloomington and B-Side internet radio. They are on-air 24 hours a day, seven days a week with music, local news coverage, sports and podcasts. Along with the radio, there are articles that can be found on its website. WIUX also hosts events like battle of the bands and local shows that are often advertised on its Instagram @ wiuxfm.

Indiana University Student Television

IUSTV is a student-run television station created in 2002. Like other student media organizations, IUSTV offers a range of multimedia components, its main one being broadcasting.

The YouTube channel covers everything from news to sports. It also uploads stories on its website about what is going on in and around IU. It can be found on Instagram and other social media @iustv.

SEASON Magazine

SEASON is a fashion and culture publication in IU. Printed once per semester, this publication covers local and national fashion trends on the page and online. In addition to the magazine, SEASON updates its website with articles, uploads YouTube videos and has a podcast called “What’s in SEASON?” It can be found on Instagram and other social media @sznmagazine.

Big Ten Network Student U

Big Ten Network Student U is IU’s very own sports television production. It allows students to create productions for IU sporting events. It produces more than 1,700 live events each year

streamed on Big Ten Plus. A TV schedule for all Big Ten schools, including IU, can be found online.

The Hoosier Newtwork

In 2018, four students founded The Hoosier Network, a student media organization focused on all things IU sports. They offer different media components such as articles and podcasts. Its website is updated daily with stories written by students. The Hoosier Network also has a series of podcasts that can be found on its website or on Spotify. It can be found on Instagram @thehoosiernetwork.

Arbutus Yearbook

The Arbutus is an annual publication that has been running since 1894. This serves as a wrap up of news, campus events and student stories each year. Students can order their IU yearbooks on the Arbutus website. It can also be found on Instagram @iuarbutusyearbook.

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Franklin Hall is seen Jan. 25, 2022, on East Kirkwood Avenue. The Media School is home to several student media organizations.

LOCAL EVENTS

MAR. 1-APR. 28

LINDA MEYER-WRIGHT, 19462023, IN RETROSPECT

Bloomington Watercolor Society and Cancer Support Community

4 p.m.

Opening reception for the artwork of Linda Meyer-Wright. visitbloomington.com

MAR. 1

KEVIN JAMES THORTON

Buskirk Chumley Theater

7 p.m.

Comedy featuring Bloomington’s Mat Alano-Martin. buskirkchumley.org

MAR. 1

DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM

IU Auditorium

8 p.m.

Ballet performance. iuauditorium.com

MAR. 1

LUCAS ZELNICK

The Comedy Attic

7 & 9:30 p.m.

Stand up comedian from New York City. comedyattic.com

MAR. 2

BLOOMINGTON BACH

CANTATA PROJECT

St. Thomas Lutheran Church 2:30 p.m.

Performing J.S. Bach’s cantatas in performances modeled on his own. visitbloomington.com

MAR. 3

JAZZ @ BCT- LATIN JAZZ

ENSEMBLE

Buskirk-Chumley Theatre

7 p.m.

Best of Afro-Caribbean dance music and Latin Jazz. buskirkchumley.org

MAR. 4

IU BASEBALL VS NORTHERN KENTUCKY

Bart Kaufman Field 4 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 4

ZAPOTEC AESTHETICS: THE HEART OF AN INDIGENOUS COMMUNITY

Indiana Museum of Archaology and Anthropology Noon

Presentation exploring materials of Zapotec community. visitbloomington.com

MAR. 5-12

WEDNESDAY BLOOMINGTON SHOWCASE!

The Comedy Attic 8 p.m. weekly

Featuring professional comedians from midwest’s best comedy scene. thecomedyattic.com

MAR. 6-8

32ND ANNUAL INDIANA HERITAGE QUILT SHOW

Monroe Convention Center 9 a.m.

Workshops and an opportunity to win a prize for best quilt. visitbloomington.com

MAR. 6

CHRIS TRANI

The Comedy Attic 7 p.m.

High energy comic from Chicago. comedyattic.com

MAR. 7-8

THE JOKERS OF MAGIC

John Waldron Arts Center America’s #1 comedy magic show. 7 p.m. visitbloomington.com

MAR. 7-8

PATTON OSWALT: EFFERVESCENT!

The Comedy Attic 7 & 9:30 p.m. Award-winning comedian. thecomedyattic.com

MAR. 7

IU SOFTBALL VS IU INDY

Andy Mohr Field 3:30 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 7

IU SOFTBALL VS BOWLING GREEN

Andy Mohr Field 6 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 8

IU MEN’S BASKETBALL VS OHIO STATE

Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall 3:45 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 8

THE LEGENDARY LIFE OF TOM PETTY

Buskirk-Chumley Theater

7 p.m.

Featuring Clayton Bellamy. buskirkchumley.org

IDS FILE PHOTO

BLUEBIRD NIGHTCLUB

MAR. 8

IU SOFTBALL VS WESTERN MICHIGAN

Andy Mohr Field

2:30 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 8

IU SOFTBALL VS UIC

Andy Mohr Field

5 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 9

SPRING EQUINOX TERRARIUM WORKSHOP

oak.

2 p.m.

Fun and educational terrariummaking workshop. visitbloomington.com

MAR. 9

9MILLION

The Bishop Bar 8 p.m. thebishopbar.com

MAR. 9

IU SOFTBALL VS BOWLING GREEN

Andy Mohr Field

3 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 9

AMERICAN VOICES FOR ALL TIMES

Buskirk-Chumley Theater

5 p.m.

Tour of American musical landscape with the BSO. buskirkchumley.org

MAR. 11

MELT

Bluebird Nightclub

8 p.m. thebluebird.ws

MAR. 11

LOTUS BLOSSOMS

PERFORMANCE: LARRY & JOE

Waldron Arts Center

6:30 p.m.

Musical performance. visitbloomington.com

MAR. 11

IU SOFTBALL VS BUTLER

Andy Mohr Field

5:30 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 12

IU SOFTBALL VS SOUTHERN INDIANA

Andy Mohr Field

4 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 12

CINCINNATI SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Buskirk-Chumley Theater

8 p.m.

Orchestral performance. iuauditorium.com

MAR. 14-23

AND THEN THERE WERE NONE

Waldron Rose Firebay

7 p.m.

Varying showtimes. visitbloomington.com

MAR. 14

IU WOMEN’S TENNIS VS MARYLAND

IU Tennis Center

3 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 14

HYRYDER- GRATEFUL DEAD TRIBUTE

Bluebird Nightclub 9 p.m. thebluebird.ws

MAR. 14-16

IU BASEBALL VS OHIO STATE

Bart Kaufman Field

6 p.m. 2 p.m. 1 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 14 ON THE LASH

Buskirk-Chumley Theater

7:30 p.m.

New takes on classic Irish songs for St. Patrick’s Day. buskirkchumley.org

MAR. 14

IU MEN’S TENNIS VS NORTHWESTERN

IU Tennis Center

6 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 14

WESTHEAD W/ TOMBSTONE

POETRY & OLDSTAR

The Bishop Bar

9 p.m. thebishopbar.com

MAR. 15-16

IU SOFTBALL VS IOWA

Andy Mohr Field

6 p.m. & 1 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 16

IU WOMEN’S TENNIS VS RUTGERS

IU Tennis Center

3 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 16

IU MEN’S TENNIS VS ILLINOIS

IU Tennis Center

2 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 16

IU MEN’S TENNIS VS SOUTHERN INDIANA

IU Tennis Center

6 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 18-20

WILD ANIMALS SPRING BREAK

WonderLab Museum

11 a.m.

Showcase of animals and their adaptations. visitbloomington.com

MAR. 18

PAUL CAUTHEN

Bluebird Nightclub

8 p.m. thebluebird.ws

MAR. 18

IU BASEBALL VS EVANSVILLE

Bart Kaufman Field

6 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 20-30

THE 39 STEPS

John Waldron Arts Center

7 p.m.

Fast-paced comedic thriller. visitbloomington.com

MAR. 20

AN EVENING WITH JUSTIN FURSTENFELD

Buskirk-Chumley Theater

7 p.m.

Comedy performance of his oneman show ‘An Open Book’. buskirkchumley.org

MAR. 21-23

IU SOFTBALL VS PENN STATE

Andy Mohr Field

6 p.m. 2 p.m. 12 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 21

GIMME GIMME DISCO

Bluebird Nightclub

8 p.m.

Disco dance party. thebluebird.ws

MAR. 22-23

IU MEN’S TENNIS VS MICHIGAN STATE

IU Tennis Center Noon iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 22

THUNDERSTRUCK- AC/DC TRIBUTE

Bluebird Nightclub

9 p.m. thebluebird.ws

MAR. 23

COLLLIN RAYE- HOOSIER COUNTRY JAM

Buskirk-Chumley Theater 6 p.m. buskirkchumley.org

IDS FILE PHOTO

MEN’S LITTLE 500

MAR. 23

BEGINNING BONSAI WORKSHOP

oak.

11:30 a.m.

The basics of Bonsai with specialist Kawa No Oka Bonsai. visitbloomington.com

MAR. 25

IU BASEBALL VS BELLARMINE

Bart Kaufman Field

5 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 26

JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER PRESENTS: NEW ORLEANS SONGBOOK

IU Auditorium

7:30 p.m.

Bringing thr soul of New Orleans and Mardi Gras to Bloomington. iuauditorium.com

MAR. 27-30

SPRING SPROUT FOOD SYSTEMS SERIES

People’s Cooperative Market

9 a.m.

Natural dying, food demos and seed swaps. visitbloomington.com

MAR. 27

BAYKER BLANKENSHIP

Bluebird Nightclub

8 p.m. thebluebird.ws

MAR. 28-30

IU BASEBALL VS USC

Bart Kaufman Field

6 p.m. 2 p.m. Noon iuhoosiers.com

MAR. 28

LIVE WITH JAKE SHANE

IU Auditorium

8 p.m.

Digital entertainer, comedian and podcast host. iuauditorium.com

MAR. 29

LITTLE 500 QUALIFICATIONS

Bill Armstrong Stadium

8 a.m. iusf.indiana.edu

APR. 1-2

DEAR EVAN HANSEN

IU Auditorium

7:30 p.m. iuauditorium.com

APR. 3

IU FIRST THURSDAYS FESTIVAL

Fine Arts Plaza

4 p.m.

Extravaganza of best art, scholarship and creativity. visitbloomington.com

APR. 4-6

IU BASEBALL VS MICHIGAN STATE

Bart Kaufman Field

6 p.m. 2 p.m. 1 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

APR. 4

ANOTHER ROUND’S SPRING CONCERT

Buskirk-Chumley Theater

8 p.m.

IU’s premier all-men a capella. buskirkchumley.org

APR. 5

IU WOMEN’S WATERPOLO VS SJSU

Counsilman-Billingsley Aquatics Center

Noon iuhoosiers.com

APR. 5

BLOOMINGTON MUSIC EXPO

Switchyard Park Pavilion

10 a.m.

Day-long celebration of music. visitbloomington.com

APR. 5

LADIES FIRST A CAPELLA SPRING SHOWCASE

Buskirk-Chumley Theater

8 p.m.

IU’s all-women a capella. buskirkchumley.org

APR. 6-7

IU SOFTBALL VS MARYLAND

Andy Mohr Field

1 p.m. & 2 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

APR. 10

SALMA ZAKY

The Comedy Attic 7 p.m.

Stand-up comedian and writer based in New York City. thecomedyattic.com

APR. 11

IU MEN’S TENNIS VS OREGON

IU Tennis Center

5 p.m. iuhoosers.com

APR. 12-13

THE POP PRODUCTION

The Mill

7:30 p.m.

One of a kind performance by Bloomington artists. visitbloomington.com

APR. 12

11TH ANNUAL

BLOOMINGTON CRAFT BEER SPRING FEST

Woolery Mill

2 p.m.

Sampling of over 100 beers plus cider, craft cocktails and alt beverages. visitbloomington.com

APR. 12

HOOSIER HALF MARATHON AND 5K

Ivy Tech

8 a.m.

visitbloomington.com

APR. 13

16TH ANNUAL TRASHION SHOW

Buskirk-Chumley Theater

7 p.m.

Fashion runway show. buskirkchumley.org

APR. 14

AN EVENING WITH DAVID SEDARIS

IU Auditorium 7:30 p.m.

Best-selling author and NPR contributor. iuauditorium.com

APR. 14

SAM BALSUCCI WITH JULIA ZIVIC

The Bishop Bar 8 p.m. thebishopbar.com

APR. 16

PENELOPE ROAD

The Bishop Bar 9 p.m. thebishopbar.com

APR. 17

REBEL WITH A CLAUSE

Buskirk-Chumley Theater

6:30 p.m.

A new documentary comedy. buskirkchumley.org

APR. 18

IU WOMEN’S TENNIS VS ILLINOIS

IU Tennis Center

4 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

APR. 18

IU BASEBALL VS MARYLAND

Bart Kaufman Field

6 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

APR. 19

IU FOOTBALL SPRING GAME

Memorial Stadium Noon iuhoosiers.com

APR.22

HAYES CARLL & CORB LUND

Buskirk-Chumley Theater

7 p.m.

Powerhouse songwriters trading country tunes and telling stories. buskirkchumley.org

APR. 24

SIERRA HULL

Bluebird Nightclub

8 p.m. thebluebird.ws

IDS FILE PHOTO

MONROE COUNTY FAIR

APR. 24

GABRIEL RUTLEDGE

The Comedy Attic

7 p.m.

Quick thinking, fast talking, hard working. thecomedyattic.com

APR. 25

37TH ANNUAL WOMEN’S LITTLE 500

Bill Armstrong Stadium 4 p.m. iusf.indiana.com

APR. 26

74TH ANNUAL MEN’S LITTLE 500

Bill Armstrong Stadium 2 p.m. iusf.indiana.com

APR. 26-27

IU SOFTBALL VS OREGON

Andy Mohr Field 1 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

APR. 30

PLANETARY FUTURES W/ JONATHAN ALEXANDER

The Bishop Bar

6:30 p.m.

Free public lecture series. thebishopbar.com

MAY 2

NATURE SOUNDS: STUMP THUMPING

Sherwood Oaks Park

6 p.m.

Concert and nature talk. visitbloomington.com

MAY 3

BELT OUT LOUD! Buskirk-Chumley Theater

7 p.m.

Featuring Clayton Anderson buskirkchumley.org

MAY 3

AFRICAN CHORAL ENSEMBLE SPRING CONCERT

Ruth N. Halls Theatre

7:30 p.m.

African American choral music. visitbloomington.com

MAY 6

THE BRIDGE CITY SINNERS

Bluebird Nightclub

8 p.m.

thebluebird.ws

MAY 9

BILL HAYES INVITATIONAL

Robert C. Haugh Complex

All day iuhoosiers.com

MAY 9-11

IU BASEBALL VS PURDUE

Bart Kaufman Field

3 p.m. 2 p.m. 4 p.m. iuhoosiers.com

MAY 9

IU SPRING GRADUATE COMMENCEMENT

Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall 6 p.m. commencement.iu.edu

MAY 10

IU SPRING UNDERGRADUATE COMMENCEMENT

Indiana University Memorial Stadium 8 p.m. commencement.iu.edu

MAY 10

MONROE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS VENDOR MARKET

Monroe County Fairgrounds

9 a.m.

Third annual vendor market. monroecountyfairgrounds.in

MAY 11

FAST AND SLOW- VOCES NOVAE

Unitarian Universalist Church of Bloomington 5 p.m. Chamber choir. visitbloomington.com

MAY 12

BRUCE COCKBURN

Buskirk-Chumley Theater 7 p.m.

Nashville songwriter and musician. buskirkchumley.org

MAY 14-24

13TH USA INTERNATIONAL HARP COMPETITION

Jacobs School of Music

Varying times visitbloomington.com

MAY 14-17

COSMIC SONGWRITER FESTIVAL 2025

The Orbit Room, The Bluebird, Buskirk Chumley and Blockhouse Bar

7 p.m.

Four nights of musical performances. visitbloomington.com

MAY 18

BSO PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE

Buskirk-Chumley Theater

5 p.m.

55th anniversary concert. buskirkchumley.org

MAY 29-31

LIMESTONE COMEDY FESTIVAL

Various venues

Varying times.

Annual 3 day comedy festival. visitbloomington.com

JUNE 5-29

THE KING’S WIFE

Waldron Auditorium

7 p.m.

Musical performance. visitbloomington.com

JUNE 7

LEMONADE DAY

Monroe County

All day event. Teaching kids the power of entreprenuership. visitbloomington.com

JUNE 9-13

GRANFALLOON: A KURT VONNEGUT CONVERGENCE

Varying locations

Varying times.

Annual festival of arts, music and scholarship. visitbloomington.com

JUNE 22

TAROT WORKSHOP WITH SCOTT KELLOGG

oak.

2 p.m.

Deep dive into symbolism and intuition. visitbloomington.com

JUNE 30-JULY 6

MONROE COUNTY FAIR

Monroe County Fairgrounds

Varying times.

4-H projects, rides and more. visitbloomington.com

JULY 12

MAMMA MIA! (2008): SINGALONG

Waldron Auditorium

7:30 p.m. visitbloomington.com

JULY 20

“ELVIS: IN PERSON”

Buskirk-Chumley Theater

7 p.m.

Elvis tribute show. buskirkchumley.org

JULY 26

6TH ANNUAL HOT DAYS OF SUMMER BBQ CONTEST

Fairfax State Recreation Area

11 a.m.

Friendly barbeque competition. visitbloomington.com

DINING

3 Amigos Taqueria

Authentic Mexican food with friendly service.

340 S. Patterson Drive 812-369-4192

Ami

A Japanese restaurant beloved by students. 1500 E. Third St. 812-339-7868

Americano Monroe county’s only drive-thru coffee shop. 5492 W. State Rd. 46

Amrit India Restaurant

Authentic Indian cuisine. 124 N. Walnut St. 812-650-3812

Anyetsang’s Little Tibet Authentic Tibetan and international cuisine. 415 E. Fourth St. 812-331-0122

Applebee’s American dining chain. 2800 E. Third St. 812-336-9147

Asuka Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Authentic Japanese food and sushi.

2632 E. Third St. 812-333-8325

Aver’s Gourmet Pizza

Local pizzeria founded in 1995. 317 E. Winslow Rd. 812-323-8333

1837 N. Kinser Pike 812-339-6555

Azzip Pizza

Personalized fast, casual pizzeria. 2894 E. Third St. 812-336-2755

Baked! Of Bloomington Offering 20,000+ kinds of cookies, milk and more. 115 N. Washington St. 812-336-2253

Bangkok Thai Cuisine

A wide array of Asian cuisine with vegetarian menu options. 2920 E. Covenater Drive 812-333-7477

Bapu TeaHouse

Walk-up bubble tea kiosk fitting for stopping to and from campus.

1789 E. Tenth St. 765-414-3084

Bedräk Cafe

Breakfast foods and juicery. 409 S. Walnut St. 812-650-1110

BJ’s Restuarant and Brewhouse

Family-friendly chain with an extensive list of house brews. 411 S. College Mall Rd. 812-650-0740

Blooming Thai Family recipe Asian fusion options. 405 E. Fourth St. 812-369-4229

Bloomingfoods Market & Deli

Local. Organic. Fresh. 3220 E. Third St. 812-336-5400

316 W. Sixth St. 812-333-7312

Bloomington Bagel Co. On-site, made-from-scratch bagel bakery. 113 N. Dunn St. 812-333-4653

913 S. College Mall Road 812-339-4653

238 N. Morton St. 812-349-4653

BLU Boy Chocolate Café and Cakery European-styled desserts, chocolates and pastries. 112 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-334-8460

Bob Evan’s Casual American chain known for family-style meals and a country vibe. 3233 W. Third St. 812-334-2515

Brothers Bar and Grill

Modernized throwback to the old Midwestern corner tavern. 215 N. Walnut St. 812-331-1000

Bruster’s Real Ice Cream Fresh ice cream everyday. 4531 E. Third St. 812-331-8979

Bub’s Burgers and Ice Cream Home of the Big Ugly Burger. 480 N. Morton St. 812-331-2827

Bucceto’s Smiling Teeth Pizza and pasta with personality. 115 S. State Rd. 46 812-331-1234

350 S. Liberty Drive 812-323-0123

Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar More than a dozen sauces to choose from. 1350 W. Bloomfield Rd. 812-339-2900

BuffaLouie’s at the Gables Classic wings, subs and salads. 114 S. Indiana Ave. 812-333-3030

C3

Inventive, evolving presentations of cocktails and courses. 1505 S. Piazza Drive 812-287-8027

Cabin Restaurant & Lounge Dinner style food and a wide selection of craft beers. 4015 S. State Rd. 446 812-323-9654

Cafe Bali

Asian food, desserts and bubble tea. 210 S. Grant St. 812-287-8251

Raising Canes

Fried chicken and fries. 422 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-590-4115

Casa Brava

Fresh authentic meican dishes 3482 W. Third St. 812-339-1453

Coffee Beanery

Coffee and sweets

228 S Grant St. 812-345-3623

The Caffeinated Cook Scones, sandwiches and sips. 206 N. Sale St. Ellettsville 812-345-3623

Che Bello A Bloomington spin on classic Italian fare. 106 W. Sixth St. 812-323-0303

Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen America’s #1 Casual Dining Restaurant. 126 S. Franklin Road 812-822-1628

Chef’s Table Praised for delicious cheesesteaks, hot dogs, desserts, and more.

3860 W. Third St. 812-287-8016

Chicago’s Pizza Fresh homemade pizza, breadsticks and sandwiches. 5621 W. State Rd. 46 812-876-6816

Chili’s Grill and Bar

Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare 2811 E. Third St. (812) 334-0535

Chocolate Moose

Creamy ice cream and shakes, burgers, hot dogs and more. 405 S. Walnut St. 812-333-0475

900 E. Seventh St. 812-855-8810

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GOODFELLAS PIZZERIA

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HOPSCOTCH COFFEE

Chow Bar

Offers a wide variety of Chinese dishes for all to enjoy.

216 S. Indiana Ave. 812-336-3888

Chubbie’s Burritos

Build your own burritos, bowls and salads. 118 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-650-3520

Cloverleaf Family Restaurant

Hearty breakfast at a family-owned restaurant. 4023 W. Third St. 812-334-1077

Clover Leaf South Restaurant

325 E. Winslow Rd. 812-650-1017

Coaches Bar and Grill

Great food and service with IU’s cream and crimson spirit. 245 N. College Ave. 812-339-3537

Cozy Table Restaurant

Local diner and pancake house. 2500 W. Third St. 812-339-5900

Crazy Horse

Great food in a comfortable pub atmosphere.

214 W. Kirkwood Ave. 812-336-8877

Cresent Donut Shops

A plethora of donuts to choose. 231 S. Adams St. 812-339-7771

Crumbl Cookies

Creative, decadent, constantly rotating cookie flavors. 1155 S. College Mall Rd. Suite B 812-668-7779

Crumble Coffee and Bakery Coffee and pastry shop. 532 N. College Ave. 812-287-8056

1567 S. Piazza Drive 812-334-9044

316 S. Swain Ave. 812-822-1679

Cup and Kettle

Hand-crafted loose-leaf tea, tea blending and education. 208 N. Walnut St. Suite 100 812-287-7978

Dagwood’s Deli-Sub Shop Named the “City’s Best Sandwiches (and Biggest!).” 116 S. Indiana Ave. 812-333-3000

Dats

Classic Cajun dining. 408 E. Fourth St. 812-339-3090

DaVinci

Fresh Italian specialties, pizza and pasta.

250 S. Washington St. 812-822-1887

Dave’s Hot Chicken East Hollywood’s late-night hot chicken.

316 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-668-7860

DeAngelo’s New York style pizzas, calzones, salads and pastas. 2620 E. Third St. 812-961-0008

Do Restaurant

Asian-fusion specialities and lively atmosphere.

404 E. Fourth St. 812-333-7470

Domino’s Worldwide leader in pizza delivery. 908 N. Walnut St. 812-334-3030

2620 S. Walnut St. 812-335-7777

2504 E. Third St. 812-650-7033

Domo Steak & Sushi

Great sushi, flavorful hibachi, excellent service.

106 S. Franklin Rd. 812-332-7700

Dragon Standard Chinese dishes

3261 W. Third St. 812-332-6610

Dragon Express Chinese and Asian cuisine. 1400 E. Third St. 812-331-7030

El Ranchero Authentic Mexican cuisine. 2100 Liberty Drive 812-822-2329

110 E. Winslow Rd. 812-822-1302

3615 State Rd. 46 812-876-9900

Everbowl

Acai bowls, smoothies and more 518 E Kirkwood Ave 812-668-2429

The Elm

Homey, modern environment that caters to all reasons for dining out. 614 E. Second St. 812-407-4339

FARMbloomington Delicious recipes using local foods with global flavors.

108 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-323-0002

Fat Dan’s

Chicago-style deli.

221 E. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 1 812-287-7944

Feast Market & Cellar

Fresh, local and seasonal menu that features brunch, lunch and dinner.

407 W. Patterson Drive 812-287-8615

Feta Kitchen & Cafe

Fresh Mediterranean cuisine, specialty coffee, smoothies and baked goods.

600 E. Hillside Drive 812-336-3382

Five Guys Burgers and Fries

Famous burgers and fries. 1199 S. College Mall Rd. 812-558-2448

425 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-650-7379

Gables Bagels

Bona fide New York-style bagels. 421 E. Third St. #10 812-325-2120

Greek’s Pizzeria

Franchise located near IU’s football and basketball stadiums known for quality pizza, breadsticks and more. 1425 N. Dunn St. 812-822-0222

Hartzell’s Ice Cream

Local, homemade ice cream. 107 N. Dunn St. 812-332-3502

Hinkle’s Hamburgers

Best burgers and shakes since 1933.

206 S. Adams St. 812-339-3335

Hive

Top-notch comfort food. 2608 E. Tenth St. 812-287-7405

Homie Hot Pot and Sushi

Quality ingredients for the best taste, smell and presentation. 306 N. Walnut St. 812-650-1171

Hoosier Bar & Grill

Famous for breaded tenderloin and friendly service. 4645 W. Richland Plaza Drive 812-935-6333

Hoosier Hank’s

Late-night comfort food, specifically pizza and macaroni. 1285 S. College Mall Rd. 812-331-5555

1285 N. College Ave. 812-330-0000

Hoosier Seoulmate Korean Restaurant

Both Korean specialties and experimental combinations with the Hoosier in mind. 1614 W. Third St. 812-668-2059

Hopscotch Coffee

Locally roasted, small batch coffee.

235 W. Dodds St. #2 812-369-4500

212 N. Madison St. 812-287-7767

Hopscotch Coffee and Kitchen

Brand new breakfast, lunch ideas right next to the coffee shop! 235 W. Dodds St. #1 812-369-4500

IMU Tudor Room

Casual dining in an elegant setting. 900 E. Seventh St. 812-855-1620

InBloom Juicery Juice and smoothie bar. 116 E. Third St. Suite 101 812-518-2322

India Garden

Authentic Indian cuisine. 424 E. Fourth St. 812-331-8844

The Inkwell Scratch-made baked goods, breakfast, lunch and coffee. 105 N. College Ave. 812-822-2925

401 S. Woodlawn Ave. 812-287-8354

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LA UNA CANTINA

Insomnia Cookies

A beloved cookie chain with late night hours.

430 E. Kirkwood Ave. 463-999-1817

Janko’s Little Zagreb

Tender, thick steaks and a wide selection of wine and beer.

223 W. Sixth St. 812-332-0694

Jersey Mike’s Subs

Melty cheesteak and chilled sandwich possibilities. 2618 E. 10th St. 812-822-1027

Jiffy Treet

Homemade ice cream at its finest.

223 S. Pete Ellis Drive Suite 3A 812-339-9981

4727 W. State Rd. 46 812-876-7770

Jimmy John’s

Subs so fast you’ll freak. 1827 E. 10th St. 812-333-2102

2636 E. Third St. 812-333-4100

430 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-332-9265

Juannita’s Restaurant

Real reflection of Mexican heritage.

620 W. Kirkwood Ave. 812-339-2340

Judy’s Kitchen

Traditional Taiwanese and Catonese dishes.

2892 E. Third St. (College Mall) 812-332-8888

K-bap

Korean Fusion Restaurant 340 S. Walnut St. 812-369-4224

Kimu Asian Restaurant Traditional Burmese specialties 413 E. Fourth St. 812-339-7334

King Gyros Restaurant Mediterranean style gyros, falafels, hummus and BBQ. 2000 S. Walnut St. 812-334-4144

Korea Restaurant

Classic Korean dishes and friendly service.

409 E. Fourth St. 812-339-2735

La Charreada

Authentic Mexican food and great margaritas. 1720 N. Walnut St. 812-332-2343

La Una Cantina

Mexican restaurant with an eclectic flare. 254 N. Walnut St. 812-287-7458

La Bonita

Authentic Mexican Food 1709 N. College Ave. 812-668-3984

Lan Ramen & Aqua Tea

Blended drinks, savory noodles and more.

250 S. Washington St. Suite 1 812-369-9986

Lennie’s Brew Pub / Bloomington Brewing Co.

Local brews with gourmet pizza, sandwiches and pub fare. 514 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-323-2112

Lincoln Square Pancake House Central Indiana’s family-style breakfast.

2160 N. Walnut St. 812-668-7492

LongHorn Steakhouse Western beef, ribs, chops and more. 721 S. College Mall Rd. 812-334-1600

Lotus Garden

Chinese Restaurant (812) 369-4555 110 S. Washington St.

Malibu Grill

A casual California-style eatery. 106 N. Walnut St. 812-332-4334

MAJÉ Sushi

Fresh sushi at reasonable prices. 601 N. College Ave. #5 812-332-7722

McAlister’s Deli Hearty-sized deli fare, served with a side of Southern charm. 2510 E. Third St. 812-333-4800

Metal Works Brewing Company

A new brewery with a variety of in-house beers. 108 E. Sixth St. 812-964-4045

Mother Bear’s Pizza Consistently voted “Best Pizza in Bloomington”. 1428 E. Third St. 812-332-4495

2980 W. Whitehall Crossing Blvd. 812-287-7366

My Thai Cafe & Sushi Bar Excellent variety of authentic Thai dishes. 3316 W. Third St. 812-333-2234

My Thai Downtown Quality Thai food. 402 E. Fourth St. 812-333-3993

Mr. Hibachi Buffet

Healthy Japanese barbeque. 4400 E. Third St. 812-339-6288

Mr. Pot Hot Pot Japanese-style barbeque. 2550 E. Third St. 812-287-8232

Mura Sushi & Korean Restaurant Spectacular sushi located conveniently near campus. 1793 E. 10th St. 812-369-4448

Nick’s English Hut Pizza, strombolis, burgers and Sink the Biz fries. 423 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-332-4040

Noodles and Company Pasta from around the world. 517 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-323-1400

2560 E. Third St. 812-558-0080

O’Charley’s Steak, grill and brunch choices. 360 N. Jacob Drive 812-333-6687

Olive Garden

Speciality Italian dining. 320 N. Jacob Drive 812-333-1350

Orbit Room

Speciality hot dogs and bar snacks. 107 N. College Ave. Suite 001 812-369-4130

Osteria Rago

Naples-inspired authentic Italian restaurant. 419 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-822-0694

Outback Steakhouse

High-quality food and service with generous portions. 3201 W. Third St. 812-330-1018

The Owlery Vegetarian food at affordable prices. 118 W. Sixth St. 812-333-7344

Papa John’s Pizza

Better Ingredients. Better Pizza. Papa John’s.

415 N. Walnut St. 812-336-7272

2486 S. Walnut St. 812-353-7272

Parlor Doughnuts

Intriguing doughnut offerings and wonderful coffee. 322 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-650-3641

Peach Garden

Chinese Restaurant

536 S. College Ave. 812-332-3437

Penn Station East Coast Subs Grilled East Coast-style submarine sandwiches. 256 N. Jacob Drive 812-331-7300

Pili’s Party Tacos

Mexican stationary food truck 109 S. Walnut St. 812-219-0539

Pizza X

Fast delivery, great pizza. 1791 E. 10th St. 812-339-7737

1610 W. Third St. 812-332-2522

2443 S. Walnut St. Pike 812-332-8500

877 S. College Mall Road 812-355-5000

4621 W. Richland Plaza Drive 812-876-4443

312 E. Third St. 812-900-4648

2361 W Rappel Ave 812-822-1562

Poindexter Coffee

Fun offerings for breakfast, lunch and caffeine.

210 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-994-0500

PopKorn Kernels With a Twist Artisan popcorn flavors and mixtures.

122 S. College Ave. 812-318-3945

Potbelly Sandwich Shop

Chicago-style toasted subs. 517 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-334-9846

Red Restaurant

Traditional Chinese with a focus on Szechuan-style spices. 1402 N. Walnut St. 812-650-3807

Rainbow Bakery

Bloomington’s first all-vegan bakery.

201 S. Rogers St. 812-822-3741

Red Lobster

Fresh fish, live lobster. 2617 E. Third St. 812-332-9712

Red Robin

Gourmet burgers and boozy shakes, with other American comfort fare.

2846 E. Third St. 812-727-3884

Riviera Maya

An Indiana-based favorite brings delicious Mexican dishes and drinks, as well as live music, to Bloomington.

116 S. Franklin Rd. 812-822-3535

Rita’s Italian Ice and Frozen Custard Sweet treat chain from Philadelphia area. 430 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-964-4053

Rockits Famous Pizza

Late night pizza by the slice. 222 N. Walnut St. 812-336-7625

Runcible Spoon Cafe and Restaurant

Quality breakfast and coffee, with vegetarian options.

412 E. Sixth St. 812-334-3997

Rush Hour Station

Asian fusion café that focuses on Vietnamese-inspired soups and sandwiches.

421 E. Third St. 812-323-7874

Rush Bowls

All-natural blended fruit smoothie and acai bowls. 1421 N. Dunn St. 812-269-1670

Sakura 15 Sushi and hibachi restaurant. 895 S. College Mall Rd. 812-339-8076

Samira

The home of Afghani cuisine. 100 W. Sixth St. 812-331-3761

Scenic View Restaurant

Fine dining with a great view.

4600 S. State Rd. 446 812-837-9496

Serendipity Martini Bar

Martini bar and restaurant. 201 S. College Ave. 314-520-1285

Siam House

Speciality Thai cuisine. 430 E. Fourth St. 812-331-1233

Smoothie King Smoothies and more. 430 E. Fourth St. 812-668-2761

SmokeWorks

Memphis-Style barbecue joint with bourbon, whiskey and moonshine.

121 N. College Ave. 812-287-8190

Smokin’ Jacks Rib Shack

Specializes in down-home southern-style barbeque. 505 W. 17th St. 812-332-7427

Social Cantina

A taco and tequila joint. 125 N. College Ave. 812-287-8199

Soma Coffeehouse Fair trade, organic coffee with no corporate aftertaste. 322 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-331-2770

1400 E. Third St. 812-333-7334

581 E. Hillside Drive Suite 104 812- 668-2086

Southern Stone Cuisine of the South. 405 W. Patterson Drive 812-822-3623

Square Donuts

Always fresh and light donuts. 1280 N. College Ave. Suite 1 812-337-0100

3866 W. Third St. 812-333-2799

917 S. College Mall Rd. 812-668-2749

531 N Walnut St 812-337-0100

Sunny Poke & Tea Bowls, noodle soup, milk tea and more. 1420 E. Third St. 812-822-0777

Sushi Bar

Sushi and Japanese cuisine. 2522 E. 10th St. 812-331-7688

Taste of India

Authentic Northern India cuisine. 316 E. Fourth St. 812-333-1399

Texas Roadhouse

Steaks, ribs and legendary rolls. 110 S. Franklin Rd. 812-323-1000

Toto’s Uncle Café Coffee, tea and Korean café. 3297 E. Covenanter Drive 812-287-8018

Trailhead Pizzeria

Made-from-scratch gourmet pizzas, sandwiches, salads and desserts. 4303 S. State Rd. 446 812-837-9101

Trojan Horse

Greek specialties and American favorites since 1978. 100 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-332-1101

Truffles Fine Cuisine & 56 Degrees Bar Martini and wine bar with a fine dining menu. 1131 S. College Mall Rd. 812-330-1111

Turkuaz Café Turkish cuisine. 301 E. Third St. 800-709-7191

Upland Brewing Company Local brews and unique twists on traditional recipes. 350 W. 11th St. 812-364-2337

Uptown Café

Cajun-Creole style meals with bold flavors. 102 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-339-0900

Verona Coffee House Customers are raving about this new space for speciality drinks and pastries. 3105 S. Sare Rd. 812-676-6358

The Village Deli A weekend breakfast tradition for Bloomington residents. 409 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-336-2303

Viva Mas Mexican Restaurant & Cantina Experience Mexican food and drinks in a fun, colorful atmosphere. 2550 E. Third St. 812-287-8783

Wings Xtreme Wings and more. 2620 E. 10th St. 812-333-9464

Wingstop Wings and more. 927 S College Mall Rd. 812-489-7277

Yatagarasu

Modern Japanese ramen bar. 430 E. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 6 812-650-3374

Yogi’s Bar & Grill

Vibrant local bar & grill. 302 N. Walnut St. 812-822-3591

Z & C Teriyaki and Sushi

Speedy sushi and Asian cuisine. 430 E. Kirkwood Ave. Suite F 812-323-8999

Zero Degrees

Refreshing bubble tea and shaved ice.

1285 S. College Mall Rd. 812-650-1005

COURTESEY PHOTO

OSTERIA RAGO

BARS, BREWERIES, WINERIES & CLUBS

The Alley Bar

210 W. Kirkwood Ave. 812-336-2216

Atlas Ballroom 209 S. College Ave. 812-334-4435

The Back Door 207 S. College Ave. 812-333-3123

Big Woods Bloomington 116 N. Grant St. 812-625-3493

The Bishop Bar 123 S. Walnut St.

BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse 411 S. College Mall Rd. 812-650-0740

Blockhouse Bar

205 S. College Ave. 317-753-2947

The Bluebird 216 N. Walnut St. 812-336-3984

Brothers Bar and Grill 215 N. Walnut St. 812-331-1000

Butler Winery

6200 E. Robinson Rd. 812-332-6660

C3 Bar

1505 S. Piazza Drive 812-287-8027

Cardinal Spirits

922 S. Morton St. 812-202-6789

The Cade 217 N. Walnut St. 812-287-7181

Coaches Sports Bar & Grill 245 N. College Ave. 812-339-3537

The Comedy Attic 123 S. Walnut St. 812-336-5233

Crazy Horse

214 W. Kirkwood Ave. 812-336-8877

Creekbend Vineyard 7508 N. Woodall Rd. 812-876-5800

The Dunkirk Library 430 E Kirkwood Ave. Suite 18 812-606-2449

The Root Cellar Lounge

108 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-323-0002

Friendly Beasts Cider Company 222 W. Second St. 812-641-5553

Heartwork Brewing 1703 N. College Ave. 812-668-2765

Hoosier Bar & Grill 4645 W. Richland Plaza 812-935-6333

Hoppy Wobbles Pub 3876 W. Third St. 812-822-2027

Kilroy’s on Kirkwood 502 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-339-3006

Kilroy’s Sports Bar 319 N. Walnut St. 812-333-6006

Lennie’s Brewpub/ Bloomington Brewing Co. 514 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-323-2112

Nick’s English Hut 423 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-332-4040

Night Moves 3160 S. Walnut St. 812-335-1850

Office Lounge 3900 E. Third St. 812-332-0911

Oliver Winery 200 E. Winery Rd. 812-876-5800

The Orbit Room 107 N. College Ave. 812-369-4130

Serendipity Martini Bar 201 S. College Ave. 314-520-1285

Sleeper's Bar 2601 N. Walnut St. 812-822-7234

The Sinkhole Craft Beer Bar 313 E. Winslow Rd. 812-668-0934

The Tap 101 N. College Ave. 812-287-8579

Truffles Fine Cuisine & 56 Degrees Bar 1131 S. College Mall Rd. 812-330-1111

The Upstairs Pub 430 E. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 18 812-333-3003

Upland Brewing Co 350 W. 11th St. 812-364-2337

Video Saloon 105 W. Seventh St. 812-333-0064

Yogi’s Bar & Grill

302 N. Walnut St. 812-822-3591

FAMILY FUN

Bryan Park

Pool, baseball fields, playgrounds, basketball and tennis courts 1001 S. Henderson St. 812-349-3700

Classic Lanes

Bowling alley 1421 N. Willis Drive 812-332-6689

Get Out Bloomington

Escape room with immersive and interactive mystery-solving 101 W. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 113 812-214-1497

Griffy Lake Nature Preserve

Includes hiking trails, a lake for fishing, and kayak rentals 3595 N. Headley Rd. 812-349-3732

Frank Southern Ice Arena

Daily general admission ice skating (Opens October 2024) 2100 S. Henderson St. 812-349-3740

Hoosier Escape House

Escape room with immersive and interactive mystery-solving 933 N. Walnut St. 812-822-0639

Hoosier Heights

Indoor rock climbing facility 1008 S. Rogers St. 812-824-6414

Karst Farm Park

Includes four playgrounds, a splash pad, a dog park, and picnic tables 2450 S. Endwright Rd. 812-349-2800

LaserLite

Offering group events or a night out with family and friends 4505 E. Third St. 812-337-0456

Switchyard Park

Includes playground, rock walls, and a splashpad in warm weather 1601 S. Rogers St. 812-349-3400

The Starlite Drive-In Drive-in movie theater 7640 S. Old State Rd. 37 812-824-2277

Urban Air Trampoline Park

Offering weekly events and parties 3603 IN-46 812-727-8309

Western Skateland

Roller skating venue offering familyfriendly fun and private events 930 W. 17th St. 812-327-4474

WonderLab Museum Hands-on exhibits and programs that stimulate curiosity 308 W. Fourth St. 812-337-1337

HOTELS

Candlewood Suites 1935 S. Basswood Drive 812-330-1900

Cascades Inn 2601 N. Walnut St. 812-369-4310

Century Suites 300 State Hwy 446 812-336-7777

Comfort Inn 1700 N. Kinser Pike 812-650-0010

Courtyard by Marriott 310 S. College Ave. 812-335-8000

Economy Inn 4805 S. Old State Rd. 37 812-824-8311

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott 120 S. Fairfield Drive 812-331-1122

Fourwinds Lakeside Inn 9301 S. Fairfax Rd. 812-824-2628

Graduate Bloomington 210 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-994-0500

Grant Street Inn 310 N. Grant St. 812-334-2353

Hampton Inn 2100 N. Walnut St. 812-334-2100

Hilton Garden Inn 245 N. College Ave. 812-331-1335

Holiday Inn Express & Suites 117 S. Franklin Rd. 812-334-8800

Holiday Inn 1710 N. Kinser Pike 812-334-3252

Home2 Suites by Hilton 1410 N. Walnut St. 812-668-5999

Homewood Suites by Hilton 1399 Liberty Drive 812-323-0500

Hyatt Place 217 W. Kirkwood Ave. 812-339-5950

Indiana Memorial Union Biddle Hotel & Conference Center 900 E. Seventh St. 812-856-6381

La Quinta Inn & Suites 3380 W. Runkle Way 812-287-6731

Quality Inn 1100 W. Rappel Ave. 812-323-2222

Showers Inn

430 N. Washington St. 812-334-9000

SpringHill Suites by Marriott 501 N. College Ave. 812-337-7772

Super 8 Motel 1751 N. Stonelake Drive 812-671-0854

Travelodge by Wyndham Bloomington 2615 E. Third St. 812-727-6959

The Beaumont House 9030 W. State Rd. 48 812-876-3900

TownePlace Suites by Marriott 105 S. Franklin Rd. 812-334-1234

Wampler House Bed & Breakfast 4905 S. Rogers St. 812-727-4330

ATTRACTIONS

Lower Cascades Park

Offers a wide variety of outdoor activities. 2851 N. Old State Rd. 37 812-349-3700 bloomington.in.gov/lower-cascades

Hinkle-Garton Farmstead

Hosts exhibits and classes. 2920 E. Tenth St. 812-336-0909 bloomingtonrestorations.org

Kinsey Institute

Informs about critical issues in sex, gender and reproduction. Lindley Hall, 150 S. Woodlawn Ave. 812-855-7686 kinseyinstitute.org

Lake Monroe

Home to camping, boating, fishing, hiking, hunting, swimming. 4850 S. State Rd. 446 812-837-9546 in.gov/dnr/parklake/2954.htm

Lilly Library

IU's principal rare books, manuscripts and special collections library. Guided tours every Friday. 1200 E. Seventh St. 812-855-2452 libraries.indiana.edu/lilly-library

Monroe County History Center

Exhibits and special programs about Bloomington’s heritage. 202 E. Sixth St. 812-332-2517 monroehistory.org

Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Cultural Center

Educational and spiritual programs relating to the Tibetan and Mongolian cultures. Weekly tours. 3655 S. Snoddy Rd. 812-336-6807 tmbcc.org

Wylie House Museum

Home of Indiana University’s first president, Andrew Wylie, and his family, built in 1835. 307 E. Second St. 812-855-6224 libraries.indiana.edu/wylie-housemuseum

ART GALLERIES

Argentum Jewelry

Fine contemporary jewelry from across the globe.

205 N. College Ave. Suite 100 812-336-3100 argentum-jewelry.com

Artisan Alley

Venue space, artist studios and other creative resources.

222 W. Second St. 812-370-0278 fb.com/artisanalley812

By Hand Gallery

More than 100 local artisans’ pottery, woodwork and more. 101 W. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 109 Fountain Square Mall 812-334-3255 byhandgallery.com

Clash Gallery

Art gallery, museum and studio of Jennifer Mujezinovic 120 E. Kirkwood Ave. fb.com/clashartgallery

Cook Center for Public Arts and Humanities

Displays exhibits, shows and more.

750 E. Kirkwood Ave. (812) 856-1169 go.iu.edu/cookcenter

Dimensions Gallery

Artisan Alley space that houses featured artists, aiming to provide access to art in Bloomington. 222 W. Second St. 812-370-0278 fb.com/dimensionsgallery812

Eskenazi Museum of Art

A center of "cultural crossroads." 1133 E. Seventh St. 812-855-5445 artmuseum.iu.edu

Fourth and Rogers Center for Contemporary Arts Home of the Pictura Gallery of contemporary photography as well as screenings and workshops.

202 S. Rogers St. 812-336-0006 thefar.org

Gallery B

In Bloomingfoods Near West store, this gem hosts a variety of artwork for the community.

316 W. 16th St. 812-333-7312 bloomingfoods.coop/galleryb

Gallery SCG

Be transformed by traditional to contemporary photography and other types of art.

101 W. Kirkwood Avenue, Suite 112 Bloomington, IN 47404 812-3300536 https://www.spectrumcreativegroup. com/gallery

Grunwald Gallery of Art

Home to works by professional and student artists with a variety of contemporary genres.

1201 E. Seventh St. 812-855-8490 eskenazi.indiana.edu/exhibitions/ grunwald-gallery

The I Fell Building

Experience working artists’ studios, gallery exhibits, small businesses and a bakery.

415 W. Fourth St. 812-361-6719 ifellbloomington.wordpress.com

John Waldron Arts Center

Featuring a variety of local artists in several mediums.

122 S. Walnut St. 812-336-9300 seeconstellation.org/venues/waldron

Juniper Art Gallery

Finest regional midwestern artwork 615 W. Kirkwood Ave 812-822-1663 juniperartgallery.com

Lotus Firebay

Hosts exhibits that align with the Lotus Education & Arts Foundation's passion for learning about and sharing various cultures. 105 S. Rogers St. 812-336-6599 lotusfest.org

MADE

Provides classes and events for Bloomington community.

213 S. Rogers St. Suite 6 812-370-0278 made.artisanalley.com

Monroe Convention Center

Exceptional art collection of varied artwork by local artists.

302 S. College Ave. 812-336-3681 monroeconvention.com

Not Just Rugs Gallery of Native American Art

Featuring one-of-a-kind, handmade Native American items. 1117 N. College Ave. Suite D 812-332-6434 notjustrugs.com

Spectrum Creative Group

Stunning prints, decor and more available for sale.

101 W. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 112 812-333-0536 spectrumcreativegroup.com

The Vault at Gallery Mortgage

Featuring and supporting works of only local artisits.

121 E. Sixth St. Suite 1 812-333-0536 gallerywalkbloomington.com

The Venue Fine Art & Gifts

Featuring a variety of works including painting, jewelry, prints, pottery and more.

114 S. Grant St. 812-339-4200 thevenuebloomington.com

COURTESY PHOTO

SWITCHYARD PARK

HOUSING

Abodes, Inc.

940 S. Clarizz Blvd. Suite 25 812-333-3333

The Arbors Apartments 1533 Arbors Ln. 812-609-9151

Atlas on 17th 1439 N. Telluride St. 812-645-2070

The Avenue on College 455 N. College Ave. 812-590-8622

Brawley Property Management

608 N. Dunn St. 844-254-7368

Cedarview Management/Tenth & College

601 N. College Ave. Suite 1 812-339-8777

Current at Latimer Square 351 S. Kingston Drive 812-579-4253

Chickering Rentals

214 N. Rogers St. 812-360-1975

Covenanter Hill Neighborhood District

3101 E. Covenanter Drive 812-323-8021

Deer Park Management 1501 E. Hillside Drive 812-333-9355

The Dillon

525 S. Patterson Drive 812-727-7015

Elkins Apartments

940 N. Walnut St. 812-339-2859

Evolve Bloomington 1425 N. Dunn St. 812-413-2681

The Fields 1333 S. Fenbrook Ln. 844-311-8857

Granite Student Living

401 E. Fourth St. 812-727-7000

Horn Properties

509 E. Cottage Grove Ave. 812-333-4748

Housing and Neighboorhood Development

401 N. Morton St. 812-349-3420

Hunter Bloomington Properties 1051 S. Adams St. 812-558-0800

IU Residential Programs & Services

801 N. Eagleson Ave. 812-855-1764

Jamar Property Management 120 W Seventh St. Suite 204 812-330-8655

The League Bloomington 524 N. College Ave. 571-447-6118

Mackie Properties LLC 1800 W. 17th St. 812-287-8036

The Monroe 1150 S. Clarizz Blvd. 812-590-8568

Olympus Properties LLC 2620 N. Walnut St. 812-334-8200

The Park on Morton 710 N. Morton St. 812-506-8188

The Quarry 986 S. Copper Beech Way Apt. I 812-558-0800

The Quarters 1521 Isaac Drive 812-506-8136

Railway Manor 913 N. College Ave. 812-558-0800

Relato Bloomington 913 E. Longview Ave. 812-200-5991

Renaissance Rentals 3115 S Sare Rd. Suite 102B 812-333-2280

Reserve on Third 500 S. Park Ridge Rd. 765-703-5298

The Rive Bloomington 1820 N. Walnut St. 812-505-3874

Sarge Rentals 2623 N. Walnut St. Suite A 812-330-1501

The Standard at Bloomington 250 E. 14th St. 866-535-6393

State On Campus 2036 N. Walnut St. 812-645-1456

The Stratum at Indiana 3131 E. Goodnight Way 812-333-9868

Student Legal Services 310 N. Park Ave. 812-855-7867

Varsity Properties 2029 N. Dunn St. 812-334-0333

The Village at Muller Park 500 S. Muller Pkwy. 930-966-2509

Woodbridge Apartments 3401 John Hinkle Pl. 812-269-7620

Urban Station Apartments 403 S. Walnut St. 812-594-6062

SPECIALTY SHOPS & SERVICES

Alumni Hall 124 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-332-4081

Atwater Eye Care Center 744 E. Third St. 812-855-8436

The Briar & The Burley Tobacco Shop 101 W. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 100 812-332-3300

Bicycle Garage Inc. 507 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-339-3457

BioLife Plasma Services 1565 Liberty Drive 812-334-1405

Bikesmiths 112 S. College Ave. 812-339-9970

Bloomington Salt Cave 115 N. Madison St. Suite B1 812-339-2805

Bonne Fete 112 W. Sixth St. 812-369-9735

Cherry Canary Vintage Clothing 214 W. Fourth St. 812-272-5470

The Common Room 223 S. Pete Ellis Dr. 812-333-4263

Ellie Mae's Boutique 101 W. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 116 812-339-8084

FreeThink Apparel and Promos 720 S. Morton St. 812-336-0700

The Game Preserve 2894 E. Third St. Suite 108 812-332-6602

Game World

901 S. College Mall Road 812-335-2223

3289 W. Third St. 812-335-6666

Gather 116 N. Walnut St. 812-287-8046

Greetings Apparel and keepsakes 429 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-332-2737

IU Credit Union Multiple locations 812-855-7823

Landlocked Music 115 S. Walnut St. 812-339-2574

Little Italy Market 421 E. Third St. Suite 2 812-287-7143

Lola Rue & Co 114 N. Walnut St. 812-323-7010

May's Greenhouse LLC 6280 S. Old State Rd. 37 812-824-8630

Minton Body Shop 3210 Venture Blvd. 812-339-9714

My Sister's Closet of Monroe County 414 S. College Ave. 812-333-7710

O'Child Children's Boutique 101 W. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 108 812-334-9005

The Olive Leaf and Bloomington Chocolate Company 2534 E. Third St. 812-323-3073

Pitaya 417 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-331-1140

Revolution Bike & Bean 401 E. Tenth St. 812-336-0241

Royale Hair Parlor 500 S. Morton St. 812-360-1860

Russian Recording 1021 S. Walnut St. 812-323-8777

Stansifer Radio Co. 1805 S. Walnut St. 812-336-6339

Tracks on Kirkwood 415 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-332-3576

Tailored Thrifts 129 N. Washigton St. 812-650-3942

Tivoli Fashions 101 W. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 106 812-339-6239

Vintage Phoenix 114 E. Sixth St. 812-333-2930

V's Barbershop 923 S. College Mall Rd. 812-332-4897

IU Parking Information

PARKING

REGULATIONS

VISITOR PERMITS

Visitor permits may be purchased in person at the Parking Operations office (EM-P, EM-S, CH, ST, or Disabled permits), or at other locations on campus where permits are sold. The IMU Biddle Hotel sells EM-P permits.

To purchase a permit, you will need to provide your name, address, phone number, and vehicle make, model, and license plate information. Cash, checks, and credit cards are accepted. For current pricing, contact Parking Operations.

PARKING GARAGES

Atwater Garage

Located on Faculty Drive between Third Street and Atwater Avenue.

Fee Lane Garage

Located at the corner of 11th Street and Fee Lane.

East Garage

Located at the corner of Eagleson Avenue between Third Street and Seventh Street.

Forrest Avenue Garage

Located on Eleventh Street, between Forrest Avenue and Walnut Grove Street.

Fee Lane Garage

Located at the corner of Eleventh Street and Fee Lane.

Henderson Garage

Located on Fess Avenue between Atwater Avenue and Third Street.

An EM-P-permit-only entrance and exit is also located on the Henderson Avenue side (west side) of the garage.

Poplars Garage

Located on Sixth Street between Grant and Dunn streets.

METERS

Parking in metered spaces is free from 10 p.m. on Friday through 7 a.m. on Monday, unless otherwise posted.

FREE PARKING

Town and Gown Lots

These lots are free to anyone on weekday evenings after 5 p.m. and over the weekend. Enforcement begins at 7 a.m. Monday–Friday.

Lot #404: Von Lee

Lot #412: corner of Fourth and Dunn streets

Lot #402: corner of Sixth and Dunn streets

The weekend parking rule- CH and ST zones

Other than home game days, any vehicle may park in any CH or ST zone, 5 p.m. Friday until 11 p.m. Sunday, with or without a current parking permit unless posted otherwise.

Lots near the athletic facilities are restricted on home game days during football and basketball seasons.

Parking Garages

Unless otherwise posted, parking is free in the garages beginning at 6 p.m. on Friday and all day Saturday and Sunday.

CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions or concerns, please contact IU Parking Operations at 812-855-9848, askpark@iu.edu or visit the Henderson Parking Garage at 310 S. Fess Ave.

EMERGENCY CONTACTS

Bloomington Fire Dept.

300 E. Fourth St. 812-332-9763

Bloomington Police Dept. 220 E. Third St. 812-339-4477

IU Police Dept. 1469 E. 17th St. 812-855-4111

Monroe County Sheriff 301 N. College Ave. 812-349-2780 monroecountysheriffsoffice.us

MEDICAL

IU Health

Bloomington Hospital 2651 E. Discovery Pkwy. 812-353-5252 iuhealth.org

IU Health Center 600 N. Eagleson Ave. 812-855-4011 healthcenter.indiana.edu

IU Health Urgent Care 326 S. Woodscrest Drive 812-353-6888 iuhealth.org

IU Optometry 800 Atwater Ave. 812-855-4447 optometry.iu.edu

Monroe Hospital 4011 S. Monroe Medical Park Blvd. 812-825-1111 monroehospital.com

VISITOR INFO

Bloomington Visitors Center 2855 N. Walnut St. 812-334-8900 visitbloomington.com

Community Events Hotline 812-349-3754

IU Athletics 812-855-4006 iuhoosiers.com

Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall 1001 E. 17th St. 812-855-4848

IU Directory directory.iu.edu

IU Visitor Information Center 900 E. Seventh St. 812-856-GOIU (4648) visitorcenter.indiana.edu

Monroe County Public Library 303 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-349-3050 mcpl.info

TRANSPORTATION

Bloomington Parking Enforcement 206 S. Walnut St. 812-349-3436 bloomington.in.gov/parking

Bloomington Transit 130 W. Grimes Ln. 812-336-7433 bloomingtontransit.com

Catch-A-Ride susan@catcharide.com catcharide.com

Go Express Travel 3200 Venture Blvd. 800-589-6004 goexpresstravel.com

IU Campus Bus Service 120 W. Grimes Ln. 812-855-8384 iubus.indiana.edu

IU Ride 812-855-SAFE (7233) iuride.indiana.edu

Lyft lyft.com/rider/cities/bloomingtonin

Red Tire Taxi 812-269-2690 redtiretaxi.com

Uber uber.com/cities/bloomington

UNIVERSITY CONTACTS

IU Credit Union 812-855-7823 OR 1-888-855-6928 iucu.org

IU Disability Services Eigenmann Hall #001 1900 E. 10th St. 812-855-7578 studentlife.indiana.edu

IU Office of Admissions 940 E. Seventh St. 812-855-0661 admissions.indiana.edu

IU Dean of Students Office Indiana Memorial Union M088 900 E. Seventh St. 812-855-8187 studentlife.indiana.edu

IU Office of the President Bryan Hall 200 107 S. Indiana Ave. 812-855-4613 president.iu.edu

IU Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President Bryan Hall 100 107 S. Indiana Ave. 812-855-9011 provost.indiana.edu

IU Public Safety and Institutional Assurance 2427 E. Second St. 812-855-2004 protect.iu.edu

IU Student Recreational Sports Center 1601 E. Law Ln. 812-855-7772 recsports.indiana.edu

IU School of Informatics, Computing, Engineering 700 N. Woodlawn Ave. 812-856-5754 luddy.indiana.edu

IU School of Public Health 1025 E. 7th St. Suite 111 812-855-1561 publichealth.indiana.edu

IU Student Central 408 N. Union St. 812-855-6500 studentcentral.indiana.edu

ARTS

Buskirk-Chumley Theater 114 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-323-3020 buskirkchumley.org

IU Auditorium 1211 E. Seventh St. 812-855-1103 iuauditorium.com

IU Cinema 1213 E. Seventh St. 812-856-CINE (2463) cinema.indiana.edu

IU Eskenazi Museum of Art 1133 E. Seventh St. 812- 855-5445 artmuseum.indiana.edu

IU Jacobs School of Music Opera and Ballet Theater 101 N. Eagleson Ave. 812-855-7433 operaballet.indiana.edu

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IU Credit Union members enjoy:

• Full-Service Branch at 17th & Dunn

• Online Banking & Bill Pay

• Mobile Banking* with Mobile Deposit

• Online Loan Applications

• Free Checking

• Nationwide ATM & Shared Branch Network

• And so much more!