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Welcome to Indiana University, home of the Hoosiers! Whether you’re here to visit, starting your college career or a Bloomington local, I’m happy you’re here, and I hope you enjoy your time.
IU’s campus is not only known for its beautiful landscape and limestone, but also for its furry friends — squirrels — and the history it holds, from former athletes and presidents to a tree that’s more than 200 years old. Additionally, the city o ers entertainment from Broadway shows
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at the IU Auditorium to comedy at the Comedy Attic downtown.
Reporters, photographers and designers from the Indiana Daily Student — IU’s editorially independent student newspaper — composed this publication to help you navigate your time here for fall 2024. You can read about what IU’s known for and more throughout this publication.
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Whether you are an alum, student, townie or visitor, IU is a beautiful place, and we hope you can relish all it o ers.
ank you for picking up this guide, and we hope you have a memorable time here!
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COLUMN: How to spend a day at IU-Bloomington
By Vincent Winkler viwink@iu.edu | @vinceisonline
Home to sprawling hills and picturesque landscapes, IU–Bloomington, IU’s flagship campus, is cradled in the heart of one of Indiana’s most beautiful areas. The city of Bloomington, where nearly 80,000 people live, has all the amenities a vibrant college town could offer. If you get the opportunity to spend a day exploring the institution, there are several experiences you won’t want to pass up — although you’ll need more than a day to truly experience everything the campus has to offer.
Plan on arriving early around breakfast time. Before making your way inside the campus proper, start the morning with a meal at Village Deli. This local favorite is known for its amazing food and colossal pancakes. There are options for even the pickiest of eaters, and you will be sure to start your day off right.
After breakfast, enter IU’s beautiful campus and head toward the Visitor Information Center located in the Indiana Memorial Union. Here, you’ll be able to organize future visits, learn everything about the historic university and get info on the key sites to see. I’d suggest a campus walking tour so you can see just how small and homely the enormous university feels. On top of all the luxurious campus amenities you’ll see, be sure to journey to the Sample Gates, the Old Crescent and the Rose Well House for a look into the school’s historic background.
Next, take a walk to the arboretum, a scenic rest stop that halts the bustling hum of a normal day on campus. Here you can visit a pond, lie on the plush
lawn and take a restful detour. During the school year, you can stop here for a peaceful place to catch up on homework or just take in the weather of the day.
Then you should check out the Lilly Library and Eskenazi Museum of Art. The Lilly Library is home to rare books and manuscripts, and right around the corner, the Eskenazi Museum of Art contains work from famous artists including Pablo Picasso, Claude Monet and Jackson Pollock. Admission is free to everyone, so don’t miss out on these experiences.
Later in the day, consider getting a late lunch at Mother Bear’s Pizza, one of the best pizza spots in the city. Founded in March 1973 by Ray McConn and Bruce Storm, the spot became instantly popular and even earned the title of “Best Pizza in Indiana” by USA Today.
Dunn Meadow is a good spot for a post-lunch walk. This large open space is home to many activities and events and is a historic spot for student demonstrations. This is the prime spot for a mix of leisure and action — a landscape for activities of all kinds. When it’s not bustling with students, it’s a great spot for a walk or a wind-down.
If it’s a game day, end the tour with a visit to Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, the famed venue for IU basketball and other university experiences. Even if there is no Hoosiers game to watch, a walk around the facility will allow you to see the grandeur of the sports world that Bloomington is home to.
This guide will help you plan your one-day trip to one of the best campuses in the country. After you hit these spots, you’ll want to see the rest of everything IUB has to offer.
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A drawing of Mr. Hoosier Pride appears on page 1 of “Indiana Football 1979.”
Mr. Hoosier Pride was designed by Clint Moody and was IU’s mascot for one season.
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The IU bison mascot poses with the Student Athletic Board for a yearbook picture in 1966. This version of the bison mascot made its first appearance at the Nov. 20, 1965 IU vs. Purdue football game, and it appears this was the only time the costume was ever used during a game.
COLUMN: It’s time for IU to get a mascot
By Danny William dw85@iu.edu | @deepwizardry_
If you attend any sporting events at IU-Bloomington, you’ll find a curious lack of a certain collegiate athletics trapping: the mascot. While most teams have their own foam-headed anthropomorphic animals hopping around on their sideline, the Hoosiers are empty-handed on this front.
And that’s probably for one simple reason: what the heck even is a Hoosier? How does one represent such an abstract concept as “resident of Indiana” in a single costume?
That hasn’t stopped people from trying over the years. IU has cycled through a handful of mascots through the decades, most only lasting for a few years.
The most iconic of these failed mascot attempts is the bison, inspired by the Indiana state seal. However, issues with the hot, furry costume inspired frustration, not hope for Hoosier athletes. The first costume lacked arm holes, and the second was missing eyeholes, meaning the poor bison had to be led around with a rope by cheerleaders. The costume was ultimately retired after only four years.
My personal favorite failed mascot is Mr. Hoosier Pride, a comical tough-guy in a pinstripe jacket and a crimson cowboy hat. Yes, okay, maybe he looks incredibly lame, but that’s what I love about him. He only lasted one season at IU. Rest in peace, buddy. They didn’t understand you.
IU has had many other proposed mascots, including a bulldog owned by Theta Chi, a captured gray eagle and a Hoo-Hoo-Hoosier Owl, but nothing
has ever stuck. There hasn’t been a serious search for a new mascot since the 1980s.
It’s time to turn this losing streak into a winning streak. Frankly, we need a mascot now.
The argument that “Hoosier” is too esoteric is stifling our creativity. Mascots have been made of much weirder things. Just look at my personal favorite mascot, Otto the Orange from the Syracuse Orange. The name of the team is a color! And they still have a lovable and iconic mascot.
Our biggest rival, Purdue, has a huge head start in the mascot game. It has a similar dilemma to IU: what the heck is a Boilermaker? I don’t know either, but the university managed to make a mascot out of it. So why can’t we? Why are we letting Purdue have the last laugh here and stare us down through Pete’s cold, dead eyes every rivalry game?
Even more embarrassingly for the Bloomington campus, every single other IU campus has an official mascot, from Roman centurions to British soldiers to wolves and hawks. IU-Indianapolis has three! Three, I say! And the home campus can’t think of one.
I propose that Bloomington start immediately searching for their new icon. Why not bring back the bison? Or search for a new animal, like the iconic Bloomington squirrel or the Indiana-approved cardinal? Or revive my beloved Mr. Hoosier Pride? You could even give him a devilish IU trident to poke Purdue Pete with. Please?
I’m not holding out much hope, though. At this point, it’s more traditional to not have a mascot. Maybe, just maybe, we’ll have our own foam-andfur mascot trampling on the turf and the courts. But probably not any time soon.
COLUMN: Podcasts to listen to if you want to get to know IU, Bloomington and Indiana
Learn more about IU by listening to these four podcasts.
By Vincent Winkler viwink@iu.edu | @vinceisonline
IU-Bloomington is in a vibrant city full of culture, art and diverse activities. Whether you’re a history nut, outdoorsman or night-lifer, the famous college town has a little something for everyone to enjoy.
If you’re just starting at IU or simply someone new to the area and want to get to know your surroundings, here are some podcasts you must listen to. Podcasts on the subject are a great way to learn about the city — you can even drive around or visit the locations you hear as you listen to them.
Hosted by IU alumni, Media School professor and journalist James Shanahan, as well as Executive Director of Content Strategy Janae Cummings, “Through the Gates” is the official podcast of IU. It explores various facets of campus life, academic achievements and community engagements. Each episode features inter-
views with faculty, students and alumni, providing insights into the vibrant community at IU. This is a great place to start if you’re looking for a view into the world of student life at the university. You can listen to the podcast through the Media School’s collection or on SoundCloud.
A more niche podcast, “Earth Eats,” produced by WFIU Public Radio, focuses on food and sustainability. This podcast explores local food systems, farm-to-table practices and recipes that reflect the agricultural richness of Indiana. Kayte Young, host and producer of “Earth Eats,” found her love for growing, cooking, foraging and preserving fresh food upon moving to Bloomington in 2007. With a background in construction, architecture, nutrition education and writing, her passion for the subject is evident in the podcast. Young lives in Bloomington’s McDoel Gardens neighborhood, where she tends to a colony of bees
and a thriving garden. Listen to the podcast on NPR’s website or on Apple Podcasts.
If you want to focus more on the historical aspects of IU, dive into the world of “Talking Hoosier History.” Hosted by historians from the Indiana Historical Bureau, this podcast uncovers fascinating stories about the state’s past, including pivotal moments and notable figures that have shaped Indiana’s identity.
For over a century, the Indiana Historical Bureau has connected people with Indiana’s history through publications, historical markers and now, podcasts. “Talking Hoosier History” is their storytelling podcast, delving into the diverse narratives of Indiana’s past. Featuring guests like former Indiana Poet Laureate Shari Wagner and Marion County Historian Steve Barnett, episodes cover a range of topics such as African American history, women’s history, science and poetry — all of which offer a
fresh perspective on the state’s rich cultural heritage. You can listen to THH wherever you get your podcasts.
The last mention is for the sports fanatics and, if you’re new to Bloomington, you’ll want to become a Hoosiers fan if you aren’t already. IU sports have some of the most dedicated fan bases in the country, and there’s nothing more hype than seeing the teams in action. “Hoosier Hysterics” is a podcast that covers everything about IU athletics. From game highlights to interviews with coaches and players, this podcast captures the passion and pride associated with Hoosier sports culture. The podcast also features discussions and critiques about the current state of IU sports programs, making it a mustlisten for fans who live and breathe cream and crimson or those looking to get insight into the passionate world of your new favorite collegiate sports team. Give it a listen wherever you get your podcasts.
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History of IU’s favorite furry friends
By Mia Hilkowitz
mhilkowi@iu.edu | @MiaHilkowitz
Did you know that Bloomington’s city code officially protects IU’s squirrels? Here are some fun facts about the history and modern presence of IU’s squirrels.
According to an article published in the IU Bicentennial Magazine in August 2018, the most common squirrels on IU’s campus are fox squirrels. However, these species are not native to southern Indiana. Rather, these species of squirrels are native to Northwest Indiana.
So how did the squirrels get to Bloomington? In 1903, IU’s former Grounds Superintendent Eugene Kerr brought a shipment of fox squirrels and gray squirrels to Bloomington.
Ater bringing the non-native squirrels to IU, Kerr wanted to release the animals on campus but was worried students would torment them. So, he worked with the Bloomington City Council to
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pass an ordinance to protect the squirrels. The ordinance stated that any person that tries to “kill, injure, molest, annoy, pursue with or without dog, or chase, or to hunt with or without a gun, or throw at with a club, stone, or other missile” would be charged with disorderly conduct and fined between $5-25. While the city code has been updated to protect all animals from abuse or neglect, you should still be nice to the animals when you pass them on campus!
Many students share their appreciation for IU’s famous squirrels by following the “Squirrels at IU” Instagram account (@squirrels_at_iu), which has more than 17,000 followers. Followers can send the account pictures and videos of squirrels from across campus to post on the account. The account also occasionally posts personality profiles of different squirrels on campus, which share each squirrel’s “territory” and physical characteristics.
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A squirrel is pictured July 1, 2024, on IU-Bloomington’s campus. Fox squirrels were imported to campus in 1903.
What does the IU administration do?
Learn about IU’s Board of Trustees, president and provost and what their jobs entail.
By Jack Forrest jhforres@iu.edu | @byjackforrest
IU-Bloomington is set to add a chancellor position to its administration. The as-ofyet undetermined leader will join a myriad of other officials who oversee how the university functions.
Here’s a breakdown of the university’s administrative leaders.
Board of Trustees
The IU Board of Trustees is
the university’s governing body. It is comprised of nine members. Three members are elected by IU alumni to three-year terms. The other six, including one student trustee, are appointed by the Indiana governor. Five of the six serve threeyear terms, and the student trustee serves a two-year term.
The board also has six officers who oversee the business of the Board of Trustees. Two of the officers must be members of the board, and the other four do not need to be. They are elected
to two-year terms every oddnumbered year.
Because IU is a public university, the board is governed by Indiana Code, meaning the trustees’ eligibility, bylaws and responsibilities are determined by state law.
In July, Senate Bill 202 took effect in Indiana, increasing legislative oversight on higher education. It requires university boards of trustees to implement policies prohibiting faculty members from receiving tenure or promotions if they were
deemed unlikely to foster free inquiry and expression or unlikely to offer students learning material from a variety of standpoints.
Some of the board’s powers include setting tuition and fees, determining codes of conduct for faculty, staff and students, and hiring faculty.
The board appoints a number of committees each year, each with a trustee chair and university liaison. Current committees include the Academic Affairs Committee, Student Re-
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IU President Pamela Whitten walks to the stage during commencement May 4, 2024 at Memorial Hall in Bloomington. Whitten serves as the first female and 19th president of Indiana University.
lations Committee and Finance and Audit Committee.
The trustees have four scheduled meetings per year. Each meeting lasts two days and is open to the public. At these meetings, the trustees hear from committees, university officials and students and vote on policies and resolutions. At the board’s summer meeting, it approves the budget for the upcoming fiscal year.
The board can also hold executive sessions, which are not open to the public, under certain circumstances.
To learn more about the current trustees, read the Indiana Daily Student’s stories about the 2023-24 board and the newest alumni-elected trustee, Jill Maurer Burnett, who was elected June 28.
President
The IU president is the chief officer of all the university’s seven campuses and two regional centers. They ensure the university follows the board’s policies and accomplishes its objectives.
The president also informs the board and Indiana Higher Education Commission of new plans and developments; rec-
ommends policies and decisions to the board; and represents the university at major functions and in relations with government and private agencies.
All campus-specific leadership, whom are the chancellors, report directly to the president. Additionally, several other administrators advise the president as cabinet members. To learn more about the 2023-24 cabinet members, read the IDS’ breakdown of who’s who.
Pamela Whitten is the current IU president. She is the first female president of the univer sity and has served since July 2021.
The president is hired by the Board of Trustees. The board must consult with co-chairs of the University Faculty Council “about the best way to involve representatives of the faculty” early in the search.
Provost
The provost serves as the chief academic officer for IUBloomington. This includes overseeing all academic pro grams, research and policies on campus. Every other IU campus is overseen by a chancellor who reports to the president.
Vice provosts, who oversee specific priorities, report to the provost. Some of these positions include Vice Provost of Diversity and Inclusion, Vice Provost of Student Life and Vice Provosts of Undergraduate and Graduate Affairs.
University deans and campus administrative unit leaders also report to the provost.
Rahul Shrivastav is the current Provost and Executive Vice President for IUB. He began his position in February 2022.
The Board of Trustees must
president and campus faculty council conduct the search.
In June, the Board of Trustees approved the re-establishment of an IUB chancellor, a position that hasn’t existed since 2006. The new chancellor, who has yet to be determined, will oversee the Office of the Provost and report to Whitten, taking many of the responsibilities currently held by the provost and president.
A search committee including Whitten and the Bloomington Faculty Council will recom-
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IU Provost Rahul Shrivastav addresses the crowd during the graduate commencement ceremony May 6, 2022, at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. The provost is the chief academic officer for IU-Bloomington.
A look into IU’s over 200 years of history
By Mia Hilkowitz mhilkowi@iu.edu | @miahilkowitz
In the more than 200 years since its founding in 1820, IU has accumulated many historical artifacts. From the books that fill the Lilly Library to the limestone buildings themselves, take a look into IU’s history.
IU’s oldest tree, a burr oak tree, is more than 200 years old — older than the university — and sits at the east end of Dunn Meadow in front of the Indiana Memorial Union. The tree is
of IU’s old campus in 1883.
The oldest buildings on campus are Wylie Hall and Owen Hall, which are part of IU’s Old Crescent. The two buildings, which stand out since they are constructed from red brick rather than IU’s signature limestone, were built in 1884. While IU was founded more than 60 years before these buildings’ construction, a fire in 1883 destroyed much of IU’s campus. So, when Wylie and Owen halls were built, they assumed the position of IU’s oldest buildings.
outside Memorial Stadium of George Taliaferro. Taliaferro was a three-time All-American football player who helped his team go undefeated in the 1945 Big Ten Championship. Taliaferro was also the first African American drafted by a National Football League team, the Chicago Bears, in 1949.
IU’s Lilly Library is home to many notable historic literary items, holding more than 8.5 million manuscripts and 450,000 books. Additionally, the library displays one of the old-
printed before 1456. The library also holds the letter George Washington wrote to accept the presidency of the U.S. and Thomas Jefferson’s personal copy of the Bill of Rights.
Visitors may also see a small cemetery when walking by the IMU. Dunn Cemetery is where the family members of the Dunn and Brewster families — two families who settled on the land that would be IU’s campus — are laid to rest. The IU Board of Trustees purchased 20 acres of land from the Dunn and Brews-
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The statue of George Taliaferro holds a football Nov. 1, 2019, in front of Memorial Stadium. Taliaferro was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1981 and is one of the many statues of IU legends located on campus.
1 Wylie Hall is seen circa 1889. Wylie Hall is located on the historic Old Crescent and is one of the oldest buildings on campus. IU ARCHIVES
2 The Lilly Library stands covered in snow Nov. 12, 2019 in the Fine Arts Plaza. The Lilly Library is home to hundreds of thousands of books and millions of manuscripts. IDS FILE PHOTO
3 The sun shines on headstones Oct. 20, 2019 at Dunn Cemetery. The cemetery is located next to the Indiana Memorial Union and houses the remains of the Dunn and Brewster families, who settled on the land that would become IU.
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Eskenazi Museum of Art to welcome 3 new exhibitions this fall semester
From Roman history to John Mellencamp, IU visitors can explore lots of topics at the museum.
By Sarayu Gannamani saganna@iu.edu
The Sidney and Lois Eske nazi Museum of Art has three upcoming exhibitions this fall that showcase art ranging from abstract paintings to pieces from Roman history.
A look into Roman history
The first exhibition is “Por traits of Septimius Severus and Julia Domna: An Exploration of Roman Imperial Identity and Power.” Visitors can find the ex hibit in the Ancient Asian and Islamic Art Gallery on the sec ond floor of the Eskenazi Mu seum.
The exhibit will be open from Aug. 3, 2024 to March 30, 2025.
This exhibit will display significant coins from Roman history and marble portraits of Septimus Severus and Julia Domna. Severus was the founder of the Severan dynasty and a Roman emperor, and Domna was his wife. Their portraits were purchased by Thomas T. Solley in 1975 for the IU Art Museum, which was renamed as the Eskenazi Museum of Art in 2019.
traits, which is available in the Herman B Wells Library.
Abstract art
The exhibit will explore politics, family lineage and image building during the reign of Septimus Severus (193–211 C.E.). It delves into a concept that people often ponder about: one’s image and how they are perceived by others. History lovers and visitors can also pick up “Imperial Colors: The Roman Portrait Busts of Septimius Severus and Julia Domna,” a book written on these two por-
The next exhibition, “Amplitude: Terry Winters Prints Since 2000 from the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation,” will open in the Rhonda and Anthony Moravec Gallery, Center for Prints, Drawings and Photographs on the third floor of the museum.
The exhibit will be open from Aug. 9 to Dec. 15.
Terry Winters is an acclaimed American painter who integrates elements of mathematical systems, architecture
and nature into abstract art and has been crafting prints for over 40 years.
“You come away with the sense that although these are abstract, he’s really engaging with the world around him,” Danielle Johnson, the director of curatorial affairs at the museum, said.
Honoring John Mellencamp
The last exhibition is especially exciting for rock music lovers, as it explores a different artistic side to the famous American singer-songwriter, John Mellencamp. Visitors can find “Crossroads: The Paintings of John Mellencamp” in the
Featured Exhibitions Gallery, Henry Radford Hope Wing, on the museum’s first floor.
The exhibit will be open from Sept. 5 to Dec. 15.
It is a celebration of John Mellencamp's long-term residency in Bloomington. It gives a chance for students, residents and faculty to see a rich collection of his oil portraits and multimedia pieces. He began painting in the 1980s and was influenced by the works of Otto Dix and Max Beckmann. His pieces flow with the same harmony and rhythm that is seen in his music and capture the essence of the country he calls home, America.
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The Indiana Arc sculpture is pictured July 1, 2024, outside the Eskenazi Museum in Bloomington. The museum will welcome three new exhibitions in fall 2024.
1 Works of art are showcased in "Imagine Art" at the Eskenazi Museum of Art. "Direct Contact: Cameraless Photography Now” opened at the Eskenazi Museum of Art as a temporary exhibit Feb. 16, 2023.
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2 Works of art are showcased in the "European and American Art: Modern and Contemporary" gallery at the Eskenazi Museum of Art in September 2023. This permanent gallery houses approximately 5,000 artworks.
Ancient art pieces are pictured Feb. 6, 2024, in the Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Museum of Art in Bloomington. The museum showcases over 45,000 pieces ranging from Greek pottery to works by Pablo Picasso and Claude Monet.
4 Emilio Sanchez’s painting “New York Skies at Night” is pictured Aug. 30, 2023, at the Eskenazi Museum of Art. It was displayed as part of a watercolor exhibition.
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A sign for the IU Auditorum is pictured July 1, 2024, in front of the auditorium in Bloomington. The fall 2024 season kicks off with the annual Block Party on Aug. 24, featuring singer/songwriter d4vd.
COLUMN: 5 IU Auditorium shows to watch this fall
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Dennis James poses in front of the IU Auditorium in 1974. James has performed at the auditorium for over 50 years, hosting an annual Halloween show in which he accompanies a silent movie on the organ.
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Dennis James emerges from the smoke prior to his annual organ performance Oct. 29, 2009, at the IU Auditorium. It was his 40th year performing his Halloween show.
By Pehal Aashish Kothari pehkoth@iu.edu
Visiting a college town like Bloomington can sometimes get boring, especially for someone from a big city. With a limited number of activities you can engage in during your minimal free time due to school work, it’s as important as studying for a final exam to find something perfect to do to relax and unwind. The IU Auditorium is the answer you’ve been looking for.
My spring semester at IU was when I went to my first show at the auditorium and became a frequent visitor. Here are five shows that you must catch during the upcoming fall semester.
“Les Misérables"
This Tony Award-winning,
globally acclaimed musical is a show that you should watch during the fall semester. Set in France during the French Revolution, Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s musical criticizes how society treats members of the lower social classes. Following the life of Jean Valjean, an ex-convict, this world-renowned musical sheds light on the social injustice that prevails in our society. This musical will run from Sept. 24-29, so make sure you make some time to watch this unmissable musical! The ticket prices start at $29; however, with student discounts, you can get the tickets for $24.
“Dennis James Hosts Halloween"
Dennis James is Bloomington’s very own musical master-
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mind. He will return to IU for his annual Halloween performance, which this year, will celebrate Edgar Allan Poe, in both silent films and a radio drama. This longawaited event will begin with a short film titled “Edgar Allen Poe,” intentionally misspelled, which shows how Poe was inspired to write his famous poem “The Raven,” and tried to sell it to support his sick wife. Following this film will be a reenactment of an episode from "Inner Sanctum" performed by live actors, including students from IU’s department of Theatre, Drama and Contemporary Dance. The glorious night will end with a silent film. This show will run for one night only, Oct. 27, so be sure to get your tickets before they’re sold out. The ticket prices start at $15; however, with student discounts, you can get the tickets for $14.
“Dr. Suess’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas"
This holiday classic is definitely a must watch. Featuring the hit songs “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas,” in this musical the Grinch discovers there’s more to Christmas than he bargained for. This heart-warming musical is the perfect way to bring in the holidays and indulge yourself in the world of music, love and laughter. The New York Times calls the show “100 times better than any bedtime story!” and it will run Nov. 2. The ticket prices start at $28; however, with student discounts, you can get the tickets for $24.
“Ain’t Too
Proud - The Life
and Times of the Temptations "
“Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations” is an electrifying Broadway musical that follows the Temptations’ journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Nominated for 12 Tony Awards and the winner of the
2019 Tony Award for Best Choreography, this is a story about brotherhood, family, loyalty and betrayal during a decade of civil unrest in the U.S. This show will run from Nov. 19-20. The ticket prices start at $28; however, with student discounts, you can get the tickets for $21.
Straight No Chaser
the a cappella group Straight No Chaser has emerged as a phe nomenon with a massive fanbase and a long list of accomplish ments. These local legends return to where it all started as IU’s own a-cappella sensation. Straight No Chaser will perform on the IU Auditorium stage as part of their nationwide "Top Shelf Tour." Pop hits, holiday favorites and plenty of laughs along the way, the night of their sensational performance will have it all! The show will run on Dec. 17. The ticket prices start at $43; however, with student dis counts, you can get the tickets for $29.
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The cast of “Hairspray” is seen performing “You Can’t Stop the Beat.” “Hairspray” was performed Feb. 6-7, 2024, at the IU Auditorium and is among many classic Broadway musicals to have passed through.
Looking at the list of shows that are lined up for the semester, I for one am super excited to be back and indulge myself in these epic performances. Apart from these shows, there are a lot more that’ll be playing throughout the semester. Information on those shows can be found on the IU Auditorium website.
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Peach Pit performs to a sold-out crowd March 6, 2024, in the Indiana University Auditorium in Bloomington. The auditorium hosts a variety of popular musical acts and shows during the school year.
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Straight No Chaser sings in front of the IU Auditorium during Culture Fest in 2000. The a capella group was formed at IU in the mid-’90s.
Straight No Chaser performs at the IU Auditorium in December 2012. Straight No Chaser is composed of nine IU alumni and returns to the auditorium each December to perform; the group will perform at the auditorium again Dec. 17, 2024.
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All about John Mellencamp
Mellencamp released his first album in 1976.
By Jasmin Williams jasjwill@iu.edu
In the city of Bloomington, you might often hear the name “John Mellencamp,” a prominent figure in American rock music and an advocate for small towns. You might hear people talking about some of his hits like “Cherry Bomb,” “Rain On The Scarecrow,” “Pink Houses” and many more.
Mellencamp is an American musician, singer and songwriter. He was born Oct. 7, 1951, in Seymour, Indiana, one hour away from Bloomington. At a young age, he quickly fell in love with music, and his professional music career began in 1976 when MCA Records released his first album, “Chestnut Street Incident.” After continuing to release a few albums through 1979, he obtained his first hit
with “I Need a Lover.” Mellencamp quickly became recognized for his storytelling abilities and his commitment to addressing societal issues through song.
Mellencamp’s musical style consists of rock and folk while using straightforward narrative lyrics to tell his story. His songs are often about his midwestern roots, emphasizing his small town values. He uses emotional depth with his voice to create passionate emotions the audience can feel. His songs portray the life of working class citizens and the American experience and often address societal issues such as economic hardship, personal and relationship reflections and social advocacy.
Over time, Mellencamp became an accredited artist, winning various awards, including a Grammy and the Americana
Lifetime Achievement Award. He was also inducted into both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008 and the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2018.
David Masciotra, an author, lecturer and journalist, interviewed and wrote a book about Mellencamp called “Mellencamp: American Troubadour.”
In an interview with the Indiana Daily Student, Masciotra called the book an artistic biography, where he tries to tell the story of Mellencamp’s life through his work and artistry.
“I became a fan of John Mellencamp’s music when I was 13 years old,” Masciotra said. “I fell in love with the record ‘American Fool.’ It served as a doorway into rock ‘n’ roll, protest music, artistic culture and various sectors of the arts.”
The book was a result of his lifelong passion for Mellen-
camp’s music. After readers finish the book, Masciotra wants them to look at Mellencamp as an artist. He believes Mellencamp’s music often depicts universal human experiences about life in America.
“As I got older, because I grew up in a small town in Illinois, I began to recognize myself and many of the people I knew and loved in the stories that he told in his music,” Masciotra said.
While interviewing Mellencamp, Masciotra learned that although the artist adopts a rather tragic view of life, it’s not as depressing as it sounds. Rather than trying to shy away from topics that make many people sad and uncomfortable — like losing a loved one or social injustice — Mellencamp searches for ways to explore and shine a light on them with his music and visual art. Masciotra said
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John Mellencamp performs during Farm Aid 30 on Sept. 19, 2015, at the FirstMerit Bank Pavilion in Chicago. Mellencamp is an American musician, singer and songwriter.
the moments of joy Mellencamp expresses in his music become much more vivid because they are juxtaposed with all these tragic dimensions of the human and American experience.
“Researching his life and music for the book reinforced my impression of him as an artistic singer-songwriter and painter of authenticity,” Masciotra said.
Throughout his career, Mellencamp has continued to advocate small town values and has expressed his love for the Bloomington community. Currently, Mellencamp resides in Bloomington with his family and has shown a great appreciation for IU. On March 3, 2023, Mellencamp partnered up with IU to present the Indiana University Mellencamp Symposium, which provided a deeper understanding of the cultural and social impact of his life’s
work. At the event, university leaders announced that Mellencamp would donate archives of his life and work to IU.
Mellencamp is also the cofounder of Farm Aid, a nonprofit organization started to raise awareness about family farms in the United States. Mellencamp has remained a prominent performer for Farm Aid concerts, which bring musicians and activists together to raise money for families in need. Through his music, you can see his dedication to the organization and raising awareness about agricultural issues across the U.S.
“One of my favorite quotes from Mellencamp is ‘when writing songs he just looks out his window and just tells the truth about what he sees, whether it’s good or bad,’” Masciotra said. “And that continually was reinforced the more that I learned about him.”
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Seymour, Indiana native John Mellencamp and IU President Pamela Whitten pose for a photo together March 3, 2023, at the IU Mellencamp Symposium inside Franklin Hall. Whitten annouced that Mellencamp will donate an archived collection of his work to IU.
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John Mellencamp performs the first show of his “Live and In Person 2023” tour Feb. 5, 2023, in the IU Auditorium. Mellencamp lives in Bloomington.
Bloomington
By Miranda Miller mm163@iu.edu
While there are plenty of travel guides and biographical books about Bloomington, there happen to be quite a few novels and fiction books based in this Midwestern college town. If you're looking for engaging reads that feature Bloomington as the primary setting, here are five books you may want to check out.
Karen Kingsbury
Karen Kingsbury is a New York Times bestselling and beloved Christian author from Fairfax, Virginia. She has written over 60 books, and there are eight movies made based on her books. Out of the many books Kingsbury has published, she has five different major book series all based in Bloomington. These series include the “Redemption” series, the “Firstborn” series, the “Sunrise" series, the “Above the Line" series and the “Bailey Flanigan" series. Each series includes between four and five books
all surrounding the Baxter family. Within each series, the family is faced with life-changing decisions that impact their faith in Christianity and their family dynamic. Each series forces the Baxters to confront tragedies, past mistakes and relationship issues.
With around 400 pages per book, each series is a quick read that will keep you invested. These books can be purchased on Kingsbury’s website and on Amazon.
“Temptation University” by Mark A. Roeder
Mark A. Roeder is an author from southern Indiana who has published novels, short stories and nonfiction books. His storylines follow queer youth and their experiences living in southern Indiana. Roeder’s book “Temptation University,” published in 2011, follows Brendan, who is beginning his college football career at IU. While he is off at college, his relationship with his boyfriend, Casper, is strained when he finds himself attracted to the quarterback of the IU football team, Gabrial. When
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Gabrial begins to express interest in Brendan, he must decide whether to stay in his relationship with Casper or pursue something new with Gabrial.
“Temptation University” has 316 pages and is a thrilling LGBTQ+ romance novel that will keep you on your toes. is book can be purchased on Amazon and at Barnes and Noble as an eBook.
“The Inner Circle" by T.C. Boyle
American novelist T.C. Boyle is from Peekskill, New York and has established himself as a prominent ction author since the publication of his debut novel, “Water Music,” in 1981.
“ e Inner Circle” is a historical ction novel published in 2004 that centers around the life of Dr. Alfred Kinsey, the pioneering sexologist who conducted groundbreaking research on human sexuality, and his time at IU. e story is told from the perspective of John Milk, who becomes a part of Kinsey’s inner circle of researchers, and explores the complex ethical implications of Kinsey’s research. Milk narrates Kinsey’s work and the lengths to which he and his team will go to gather data, including participating in sexual activities themselves to document the full range of human sexual expression.
While this book is historical ction, it is important to note that it is misleading and contains many inaccuracies. e Kinsey Institute has transparently detailed their research on its website, highlighting that researchers never participated in sexual activities, experiments were never carried out on children and Kinsey himself did not condone child-adult sexual contact.
With 433 pages, Boyle strategically weaves historical facts with ction to create a story that educates on the importance of Kinsey’s research. “ e Inner
Circle” can be purchased on Amazon and from Penguin Random House.
“We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves” by Karen Joy Fowler
Karen Joy Fowler is a science ction and fantasy novelist from Bloomington. Fowler has been on e New York Times bestsellers list and has awards including a World Fantasy Award, the 2014 Man Booker Prize and the 2022 Booker Prize.
Fowler’s “We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves,” published in 2013, is about Rosemary, a student at U.C. Davis, who re ects on her life in Indiana. Her family lived with a bonobo, a species of primate, named Fern who disappeared one day. Rosemary’s brother, Lowell, runs away in search of Fern. In the present day, Rosemary discovers that her university holds a secret tied to her past.
“We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves” has 310 pages of coming-of-age tales alongside nail-biting suspense. is book can be purchased on Amazon and at Target.
“Dreams of Rock Stardom Unfulfilled” by F.W. Ho mann
A professor of library and information science, F.W. Ho mann has written more than 50 books and has won the Choice Magazine Best Academic Books award.
“Dreams of Rock Stardom Unful lled” was published in 2016, is 154 pages and shares a story about a Bloomington-based rock band, e Space Cadets. As they work toward fame and fortune, they realize that choosing to sign a deal with a record company can set an artist back, rather than help them. is book can be purchased on Amazon.
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5 places in Bloomington that rep cream and crimson
By Miranda Miller mm163@iu.edu
Bloomington takes its school spirit seriously, with plenty of places to shop for IU merchandise or see IU memorabilia. While some of these places may not go all out with their IU decorations, here are five places to visit in Bloomington that rep the cream and crimson.
Nick’s English Hut
Nick's English Hut is an iconic bar and restaurant decorated with cream and crimson, located on Kirkwood Avenue and just a short walk from IU’s campus. Since its opening in 1971, Nick's has been a gathering place for
IU students, faculty and alumni to celebrate Hoosier pride and cheer on the school's sports teams. The walls of Nick's are covered in IU memorabilia, from vintage jerseys and pennants to autographed basketballs and photos of past championship teams. On game days, the bar is packed with passionate Indiana fans decked out in their cream and crimson, playing “Sink the Biz,” a drinking game that involves a small cup and a bucket of beer, eating wings and pizza and chanting fight songs as they watch the Hoosiers compete. For generations of Hoosiers, a trip to Nick's has been a rite of passage, a place to make memories and keep the IU pride alive.
BuffaLouie’s
The love for the cream and crimson never stops at Buffalouie's. Located on Indiana Avenue, BuffaLouie’s is the spot for a Louies Dozen of 15 wings. Established in the 1980s, BuffaLouie's has long been a hub for passionate Hoosier fans to gather and show their support for IU's storied athletic programs. The interior of Buffalouie's is adorned with IU memorabilia, from vintage signs and flags to autographed photos of legendary Hoosier coaches and players. On game days, the restaurant transforms into a sea of cream and crimson, as students, alumni and locals pack the tables and booths to cheer on the Indiana
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An IU lamp hangs from the ceiling July 8, 2019, in BuffaLouie’s. Stained glass lamps are one of the many IU-affiliated decorations inside the restaurant.
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A light shines on an IU spirit flag July 8, 2019, in BuffaLouie’s. The restaurant is decorated with IU memorabilia.
teams. For many in the IU community, a visit to BuffaLouie's is a must-do for good food and a place to immerse oneself in the rich history and unparalleled school spirit that define the IU experience.
The Porch
Need a place to stay while visiting Bloomington for an IU sporting event? Located on 17th Street, just steps from Memorial Stadium and Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, The Porch is the perfect accommodation for passionate IU fans. With its iconic candy-striped exterior, The Porch is available for rent through Airbnb during football and basketball seasons, providing easy access to all the gameday action. The rent is $475 per night; however, this does not include additional costs, such as the cleaning fee and the Airbnb service fee. Situated directly across from the Hoosiers' legendary athletic venues and right next to the vibrant tailgating fields, The Porch allows guests to immerse themselves in the electric game day atmosphere that defines the IU experience. Whether you're catching a thrilling gridiron battle or an electrifying hardwood showdown, staying at The Porch ensures you won't miss a moment of the Hoosier spirit and tradition.
The Bishop
Established in 2009, The Bishop, located in a bold cream and crimson Knights of Columbus building on Walnut Street, has become a beloved hub for live music and entertainment, with a special affinity for IU's vibrant campus culture. As one of the premier music venues serving the Bloomington community, The Bishop has cultivated a reputation for showcasing both up-and-coming artists and treasured local acts that resonate deeply with the IU student body
and alumni. On any given night, you're likely to find the venue packed with Hoosier fans gathering to support their favorite performers.
Buskirk-Chumley Theater
The historic Buskirk-Chumley Theater stands as a beacon of IU pride and artistic expression in downtown Bloomington on Kirkwood Avenue. Originally constructed in 1922 as the Indiana Theater, this beautifully restored venue has long been a hub for the IU community to experience live music, theater, dance and other cultural events. The theater's exterior is adorned with cream and crimson, creating an atmosphere that celebrates IU's rich heritage. Throughout the academic year, the Buskirk-Chumley hosts a variety of IU-affiliated performances, from student theater productions to concerts by acclaimed musical acts with ties to the university. Whether attending a thought-provoking lecture or simply admiring the theater's striking architecture, visitors to the Buskirk-Chumley are immersed in the vibrant culture and unwavering Hoosier pride
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A symbol of IU decorates the entryway of Nick's English Hut June 8, 2024. The restaurant contains different IU-affiliated items, such as football jerseys and posters.
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Buskirk-Chumley Theater is pictured Feb. 20, 2024. Buskirk-Chumley hosts
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IU clothing hangs as decoration July 8, 2019, in BuffaLouie’s. Old clothing items associated with IU sports decorate the walls of the restaurant.
IU through the years
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1965 Students gather around a cut-out of IU Chancellor Herman B Wells dressed as Santa Claus while the real Santa Wells looks on. Wells served as president from 1938 to 1962 and as chancellor from 1962 to 2000.
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2006 Dancers as snowflakes surround the Snow King and Queen in a 2006 performance of “The Nutcracker.” The ballet is an annual tradition at IU.
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1943 Student air cadets listen to an instructor in Bloomington in 1943. The male student population at IU decreased dramatically during World War II from 3,580 in 1940 to 830 in 1944.
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2018 Homecoming court members sophomore Andres Ayala, senior Maggie Hopkins, senior Olivia Malone and senior Angela Perez wave to the crowd during the Homecoming parade Oct. 12, 2018 on Woodlawn Avenue. Homecoming 2024 will take place Oct. 18-19.
2007 Members of the Filipino
Association perform
a celebratory dance, April 7, 2007, at the IU Auditorium. The performance was part of the Asian American Associations’s 14th annual Taste of
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1959 Graduates get their picture taken in front of the Student Building in the Old Crescent area of campus.
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2023 Senior forward Mackenzie Holmes kisses the Big Ten regular season trophy Feb. 19, 2023. Indiana defeated Purdue 83-60 to win the title at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington.
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Student
Binasuan,
Asia.
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1968 Students attend a dance in 1968. Dances of all kinds— casual, formal and costume—were popular events on campus.
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1973 Students play a game of cards in their dorm in 1973. IU freshmen are required to live in a dorm during their first year on campus.
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2013 Graduate student Jake Williams, playing the part of the Witch, casts a spell in “Hansel and Gretel.” The opera was performed as part of the IU Opera and Ballet Theater’s 65th season.
What was Hess v. Indiana?
Hess v. Indiana was a landmark First Amendment Supreme Court case that originated at IU-Bloomington.
By Danny William dw85@iu.edu | @deepwizardry_
On IU’s campus, students have been involved in social movements and demonstrations for decades. One of the most impactful results of the IU student body’s use of expressive activity is Hess v. Indiana, a 1973 U.S. Supreme Court decision which helped affirm the First Amendment rights of demonstrators across the country.
During an anti-Vietnam War protest on IU-Bloomington’s campus in 1970, the local sheriff and deputies began dispersing protesters from a street that they had blocked. As they passed, the police heard IU undergraduate student Gregory Hess shout that protesters would take the street back again, using an expletive to convey his message. He was then arrested and tried in court for violating Indiana’s disorderly conduct statute. Hess appealed the decision to the U.S. Supreme Court.
In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court ultimately ruled that Hess’ speech was protected. Since he did not address a particular person or group and his words were not intended to produce immediate disorder, the court determined his arrest was unjust.
“Even if, under other circumstances, this language could be regarded as a personal insult, the evidence is undisputed that Hess’ statement was not directed to any person or group in particular,” the decision read.
This case was one of the first to test the 1969 Brandenburg v. Ohio decision, which established a rule about imminent
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IU student Gregory Hess is arrested May 13, 1970, outside of Bryan Hall. He was arrested and tried for violating Indiana’s disorderly conduct statute. Hess appealed his conviction to the U.S. Supreme Court. That 1973 Supreme Court decision, Hess v. Indiana, helped affirm the First Amendment rights of demonstrators across the country. There is a historical marker in the ground floor reading room of the Jerome Hall Law Library in the Maurer School of Law to commemorate the case.
lawless action due to speech. Since Hess’ speech was not meant to and unlikely to immediately produce lawless action, it was allowed under the First Amendment.
This case is an important step in First Amendment protections in public demonstrations. Even if law enforcement find a statement personally offensive, they are not allowed to arrest and convict people without just cause.
Some legal scholars also looked to the ruling in Hess v. In-
diana to interpret arrests resulting from the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection attempt on the U.S. Capitol. Scholars also had differing opinions on how then-President Donald Trump’s rally speech before the insurrection would fall within these guidelines.
Kevin Francis O’Neill from Cleveland Marshall College of Law said the words would not be protected since “he did so for a specific unlawful purpose: to interrupt the counting of electoral votes.” On the other
hand, Clay Calvert of the University of Florida said Trump’s rally speech could be protected since he “never explicitly called for violence during his rally, never used a command.”
Though some may see interpretations of Hess as positive or negative, there is no doubt of its impact on the United States. These rights, protected due to the court’s ruling, have helped demonstrators across the country express themselves, and IU was right in the middle of it.
Local author spotlight: poet Hiromi Yoshida
Yoshida’s newest release, “Green Roses Bloom for Icarus,” is set for October.
By Grace Romine gmromine@iu.edu
A bene t to anyone’s time in Bloomington is the opportunity to immerse oneself in the diverse, eclectic arts and culture the city has to o er. at experience includes learning more about the city’s musicians, lmmakers, artists and, of course, writers and poets, including Hiromi Yoshida.
A writer, poet, editor and member of the Writers Guild at Bloomington, Yoshida has been contributing to the local creative community for nearly three decades. Sharing her experiences from growing up in both Asia and the United States, her poetry also touches on her expertise in gender and cultural icons.
Yoshida was born in Tokyo, Japan, and after living for a short time in New York City during her childhood, she moved back to Tokyo where she attended the International School of the Sacred Heart from fourth
grade through high school. e International School of the Sacred Heart is under the direction of the religious order of the Sacred Heart and, since 1908, has prepared young women to be global citizens “in the everchanging world.”
She went on to attend Sophia University of Japan, where she studied literature. She transferred to Fordham University where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree and, soon after, a master’s degree in English. Yoshida came to Bloomington for a doctoral degree in English, which she began in 1995 and became a candidate for in 2008. She then transferred to the IU Department of Library and Information Sciences, where she earned a master’s of library science in 2011 and a specialization in rare books and manuscripts librarianship in 2015.
Yoshida previously worked for the university and the Monroe County Public Library but has worked as an independent writer and editor for nearly 10
years. She has now published several poetry chapbooks, including “Icarus Burning” in 2020, “Epicanthus” in 2021 and “Icarus Superstar” in 2023. She also published her book, “Icarus Redux,” in 2021, which is slightly longer than the other chapbooks in the Icarus series.
“My greatest inspiration would be everyday events,” Yoshida said. “ at could be political events, like what I read in the news, or a personal experience that strikes me.”
Yoshida will release another book in the Icarus series, “Green Roses Bloom for Icarus,” which will come out in October. e new publication will include re ections on her childhood spent in New York City, poems about the Asian-American experience, cultural icons, including Icarus and Sylvia Plath, ironic feminist re-writes of fairy tales and modern life in America, concluding with the poem “COVID America.”
“I want my writing to make a di erence in the world,” Yoshi-
da said. “To elevate consciousness and to get readers to be thinking about the value of life and see beyond what’s in our everyday lives, looking for the signi cance.”
In the Bloomington community, Yoshida is the coordinator for the Last Sunday Poetry Reading Series, a monthly event held at Morganstern Books for poets to read their work aloud, and the secretary for the Writers Guild at Bloomington. She also works as an instructor at the Indiana Writers Center in Indianapolis, which provides workshops, classes and support to writers at all levels of expertise.
Yoshida has also had workpublished in several di erent journals, including the Asian American Literary Review, Indiana Voice Journal and the Plath Pro les.
Yoshida’s newest book, “Green Roses Bloom for Icarus,” will be released in October and is available now for pre-order for $18 on Amazon.
COLUMN: What did former IU athletes do after graduating?
By Pehal Aashish Kothari pehkoth@iu.edu
Indiana University is a part of the Big Ten Conference, and it comes as no surprise that sports are a big deal at IU. From the Little 500 to IU’s basketball season, every sporting event at IU is celebrated and long awaited. Some of the greats from different sports studied at IU. Take a look at five of them and see where they are now.
Dennis Adama, high jump
Dennis Adama was a three time Big Ten indoor and outdoor high jump champion from 1972-1974. A four-year letterwinner for the Hoosiers, Adama still holds the outdoor school record (2.21 meters) and fourth best indoor jump (2.18 meters) in the school’s history. He ended his collegiate career with a third place finish at the 1974 NCAA indoor meet and a second place finish at the outdoor meet. He currently lives in Michigan with his wife and four children.
He is the owner, president and CEO of Compliance Systems, a company that makes computer software for the financial industry.
Eric Anderson, basketball
Eric Anderson is one of only four players in IU program history to score more than 1,700 points and is still considered one of the most prolific frontcourt players in IU men’s basketball history. He was awarded the Big Ten Freshman of the Year Honors in 1989 and was named the Most Outstanding Player of the West Regional during IU’s 1992 Final Four run. He completed his IU career with 1,715 points and 825 rebounds.
After his career at IU, he played two seasons in the NBA with the New York Knicks. He spent the remainder of his career playing in Europe and with the Fort Wayne Fury of the Continental Basketball Association and then retired in 1998. Anderson died on Dec. 9, 2018, in Carmel, Indiana at the age of 48.
Danielle Carruthers, hurdles
Danielle Carruthers helped lead the Hoosiers to three Big Ten championships during her time at IU. She was a Big Ten champion in the 60 meters and 100 meters hurdles in 2002. She ranks third in IU’s history for career points scored by a female at the NCAA Championships with 41 points.
After her career at IU, she went on to represent the United States at the 2011 World Championships in Athletics. She finished fourth at the 2006 World Indoor Championships and seventh at the 2006 World Athletics Final.
Tom Abernethy, basketball
Tom Abernethy was a starting forward on the 1976 undefeated national champion men’s basketball team and a member of four Big Ten teams. During his senior year at IU, he became the focal point of IU’s team and averaged 10 points and 5.3 rebounds per game.
After his college career at IU,
he went on to play in the NBA with the Los Angeles Lakers for two years and then another two seasons with the Golden State Warriors. He ended his basketball career in Italy, after which he worked in commercial real estate. Abernethy created the Indiana Basketball Academy in 1995, which provides skills training for young players.
Lesley Bush, diving
Lesley Bush is a worldrenowned diver and Olympic champion. She was the last American woman to win an Olympic gold medal on the 10-meter tower and has won every major championship available to a female, like the 1967 Pan American Games in Winnipeg and the 1967 Tokyo Summer Universiade. She has won five Amateur Athletic Union National Championships and received the Lawrence J. Johnson Award for outstanding diver in 1967.
Now retired from her diving career, Bush is a science teacher in West Windsor, New Jersey.
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Indiana track and field hurdles are lined up on the track at the Harry Gladstein Fieldhouse. Indiana alumna Danielle Carruthers helped the Hoosiers win three Big Ten championships.
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Indiana’s swim and dive meet against the University of Evansville on Jan. 28, 2022, at the Counsilman Billingsley Aquatic Center. Indiana alumna Lesley Bush has received many awards and accolades for her successful career in diving.
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The front of Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall is seen at sunset May 9, 2024, in Bloomington. Indiana alumni Eric Anderson and Tom Abernethy are among many Hoosier players to represent an NBA team.
Spend an evening at The Comedy Attic
By Grace Romine gmromine@iu.edu
If you take a walk downtown, through a door under the memorable red awning at the corner of Fourth and Walnut streets, you will find yourself at the most well-known source of laughter in Bloomington: The Comedy Attic.
For more than 15 years, co-owners Jared and Dayna Thompson have not only provided weekly open mic nights for local, budding talent but have brought nationally recognized acts to Bloomington, helping the city earn its fourth place ranking on Livability’s 2018 “7 Unexpected Places with Great Comedy Scenes” list.
In 2008, Jared quit his job with Insight Cable, where he
worked as a regional sales manager. He wanted to open a comedy club downtown. Despite the city’s relatively small size in comparison to other comedy capitals in the U.S. — Austin, New York City or Boston — Jared told Bloom Magazine in 2018 that Bloomington’s sophisticated and college-aged audiences meant the city had the potential for a comedy club’s success. With the help of others in town, including Brad Wilhelm, who now boasts more than three decades of experience in the local comedy scene, that success became possible.
With only enough seats for an intimate audience of 164 members, The Comedy Attic has booked national acts including Stewart Huff, Doug Benson, Marc Maron, Maria
Bamford, John Mulaney, Amy Schumer and Hannibal Burress, and some of these performers have taken to the Bloomington stage more than once.
The Comedy Attic makes comedy at any level in Bloomington accessible, with student tickets as low as $16 and general admission at $20. Unless otherwise noted, audience members must only be 17 years of age to enter. The Comedy Attic has a two-item minimum policy, meaning guests must purchase two items from its menu of almost 100 food or drink items while attending a show — with choices ranging from fried pickles to churros. Otherwise, audience members will be billed an amount equal to the two most inexpensive items on the menu.
According to the Comedy Attic’s website, the two-item policy is standard for comedy venues and is what allows them to bring nationally recognized comedians to Bloomington.
Before the end of the year, the Bloomington comedy club will welcome Emmy-nominated and Writers Guild of America award winning comedy writer Laurie Kilmartin, as well as Ron Funches, known for his work in “New Girl,” “Bob’s Burgers” and “Black-ish,” among many other appearances.
The Comedy Attic hosts open mic nights at 8 p.m. Thursdays and professional shows at 7 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Tickets are available for purchase both online and at the club’s door, located at 123 S. Walnut St.
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The Comedy Attic is located at 123 S. Walnut St. The Comedy Attic has welcomed comedians from all across the country and offers open mic nights to those who are interested in stand-up.
LOCAL EVENTS
SEPT. 1-28
PUNK @ THE OLD LIBRARY
Monroe County History Center
10 a.m.
Featuring bands, artwork, venues and labels from the 70s-2000s. visitbloomington.com
SEPT. 1-OCT. 27
LIVE MUSIC AT BUTLER WINERY
Butler Winery
2 p.m. every Sunday visitbloomington.com
SEPT. 1
IU MEN’S SOCCER VS YALE
Bill Armstrong Stadium
For specific day and time go to: iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 1
FOURTH STREET FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS AND CRAFTS
4th Street
Meet local and global artists, enjoy art pieces and dine on 4th street. visitbloomington.com
SEPT. 2
IU VOLLEYBALL VS UC-DAVIS
Wilkinson Hall
For specific day and time go to: iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 2
IU FIELD HOCKEY VS MAINE
Deborah Tobias Field 1 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 3-24
TUESDAY FARMER’S MARKET
Switchyard Park 4 p.m. every Tuesday. visitbloomington.com
SEPT. 5-29
WIPEOUT
Ted Jones Playhouse 7 p.m.
Comedy about friendship, grief and the unpredictable tides of life. visitbloomington.com
SEPT. 5-8
FIVE WOMEN WEARING THE SAME DRESS
Waldron Auditorium
2:30 and 7:30 p.m.
Comedy about five bridesmaids coming together after a long time. visitbloomington.com
SEPT. 5
IU WOMEN’S SOCCER VS EVANSVILLE
Bill Armstrong Stadium 8 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 6-7
AN EVENING WITH RON FUNCHES
The Comedy Attic 7 and 9:30 p.m.
Accompished stand-up comedian, actor and writer seen on notable shows like The Goldbergs. comedyattic.com
SEPT. 6-OCT. 25
BLOOMINGTON FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS
Switchyard Park 11 a.m.
Enjoy live music and local food. visitbloomington.com
SEPT. 6
IU FOOTBALL VS WESTERN ILLINOIS
Memorial Stadium
For specific day and time go to: iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 6
PURPLE RAIN
Buskirk-Chumley Theater 7 p.m. buskirkchumley.org
SEPT. 7-OCT. 26.
BLOOMINGTON COMMUNITY FARMERS MARKET
Showers Common 8 a.m. on Saturdays visitbloomington.com
SEPT. 8
IU WOMEN’S SOCCER VS LAWRENCE
Bill Armstrong Stadium
1 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 8
SWIFTY FEST
Buskirk-Chumley Theater
3 p.m. buskirkchumley.org
SEPT. 9
IU MEN’S SOCCER VS DAYTON
Bill Armstrong Stadium
For specific day and time go to: iuhoosiers.com
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SEPT. 12
IU WOMEN’S SOCCER VS OHIO STATE
Bill Armstrong Stadium
7 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 12
UNITED WAY BLUE JEAN BALL
BENEFIT CONCERT
Whippoorwill Hill
5 p.m.
Live music, BBQ, ice cream and a silent auction for a good cause. visitbloomington.com
SEPT. 13-14
INDIANA INVITATIONAL
Wilkinson Hall
For specific days and times, go to: iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 13-SEPT. 14
ZAINAB JOHNSON’S BLOOMINGTON DEBUT!
The Comedy Attic
7 and 9:15 p.m.
Stand-up comedian, actress and writer seen on Amazon’s, UPLOAD. comedyattic.com
SEPT. 13
ROD TUFF CURLS AND THE BENCH PRESS
Bluebird Nightclub thebluebird.ws
SEPT. 13
BUT I’M A CHEERLEADER
Buskirk-Chumley Theater
6:30 p.m. buskirkchumley.org
SEPT. 14
BLOOMINGTON PRIDEFEST
Kirkwood Ave
2 p.m.
11th annual celebration of LGBTQ+ lives and the fight for liberation. visitbloomington.com
SEPT. 15
SWEEPING PROMISES
The Bishop Bar 8 p.m. thebishopbar.com
SEPT. 17
COMMON GROUND
Buskirk-Chumley Theater
7 p.m.
Uplifiting story of the pioneers of the “Regenerative Movement” buskirkchumley.org
SEPT. 19
IU WOMEN’S SOCCER VS UCLA
Bill Armstrong Stadium
7 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 19
KOLBY COOPER
Bluebird Nightclub
8 p.m. thebluebird.ws
SEPT. 20
IU MEN’S SOCCER VS MARYLAND
Bill Armstrong Stadium
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 20-21
OKTOBERFEST WITH HEARTWORK BREWING AND CHEF’S TABLE CATERING Heartwork Brewing Noon
Two days of German food, steins, biernstachelen and more. visitbloomington.com
SEPT. 21
IU FOOTBALL VS CHARLOTTE
Memorial Stadium
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 21
HENRY CHO
Buskirk-Chumley
7 p.m.
Recent Grand Ole Opry inductee and stand-up comedian. buskirkchumley.org
SEPT. 22
IU WOMEN’S SOCCER VS USC
Bill Armstrong Stadium Noon iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 22
IU FIELD HOCKEY VS NORTHWESTERN
Deborah Tobias Field Noon iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 22
HAWKTAIL & VASEN
FAR Contemporary Center
6 p.m.
Instrumental accoustic group perform all-original music. buskirkchumley.org
SEPT. 24-29
LES MISERABLES
IU Auditorium
Varying showtimes iuauditorium.com
SEPT. 27-28
KIWANIS INDIANA BALLOON FEST
Lawrence County Fairgrounds 4 p.m. buskirkchumley.org
SEPT. 27
NATE SMITH
Bluebird Nightclub 8 p.m. thebluebird.ws
SEPT. 27
AMPED AT IU: THE JIM ISRAY GUITAR COLLECTION
University Collections at McCalla 4 p.m.
Reflect on the last 70 years of music with iconic instruments events.iu.edu
SEPT. 28
IU FOOTBALL VS MARYLAND Memorial Stadium iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 28
THE HAIRBAND EXPERIENCE
Buskirk-Chumley Theater
Three act homage to Def Leppard, Poison and Bon Jovi. buskirkchumley.org
SEPT. 28
MALI VELASQUEZ & BLOOMSDAY
The Bishop Bar thebishopbar.com
OCT. 3-6
31ST ANNUAL LOTUS WORLD MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL
Downtown Bloomington Indiana’s annual celebration of world music, arts and culture. visitbloomington.com
OCT. 4
IU VOLLEYBALL VS MICHIGAN STATE
Wilkinson Hall
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 4
IU MEN’S SOCCER VS NORTHWESTERN
Bill Armstrong Stadium
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 4
IU FIELD HOCKEY VS MARYLAND
Deborah Tobias Field 1 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 5
HOOSIERS OUTRUN CANCER
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall 7:30 a.m.
5k walk/run through IU campus. visitbloomington.com
OCT. 6
IU VOLLEYBALL VS OHIO STATE
Wilkinson Hall
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 6
IU FIELD HOCKEY VS RUTGERS
Deborah Tobias Field Noon iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 8
IU MEN’S SOCCER VS KENTUCKY
Bill Armstrong Stadium
For specific days and times, go to: iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 10
IU WOMEN’S SOCCER VS PURDUE
Bill Armstrong Stadium 7 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
IDS FILE PHOTO
BUSKIRK-CHUMLEY THEATER
OCT. 11
IU MENS SOCCER VS PENN STATE
Bill Armstrong Stadium
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 11
BENJAMIN TOD & LOST DOG STREET BAND
Bluebird Nightclub
8 p.m. thebluebird.ws
OCT. 12
BUFFET’S MARGARITAVILLE
Buskirk-Chumley
7:30 p.m.
Celebration of iconic music of Jimmy Buffet. buskirkchumley.org
OCT. 12
15TH ANNUAL GREAT GLASS PUMPKIN PATCH
Monroe County Courthouse 10 a.m.
Make a blown glass pumpkin! visitbloomington.com
OCT. 12
MAKEVENTION
Switchyard Park 10 a.m.
Celebration of the maker spirit. visitbloomington.com
OCT. 13
IU VOLLEYBALL VS PENN STATE
Wilkinson Hall
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 13
IU WOMEN’S SOCCER VS WISCONSIN
Bill Armstrong Stadium 1 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 17-22
40TH ANNUAL HHFB COMMUNITY BOOK FAIR
Monroe County Fairgrounds 9 a.m. visitbloomington.com
OCT. 17
IU WOMEN’S SOCCER VS ILLINOIS
Bill Armstrong Stadium 7 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 17
ELLA LANGLEY
Bluebird Nightclub 7 p.m. thebluebird.ws
OCT. 17
DENNIS JAMES HOSTS
HALLOWEEN
IU Auditorium
7:30 p.m.
Pairing of IU Auditorium’s pipeorgan with a classic silent film. iuauditorium.com
OCT. 18
IU MEN’S SOCCER VS MICHIGAN STATE
Bill Armstrong Stadium
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 19
IU FOOTBALL VS NEBRASKA
Memorial Stadium
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 19
AFTERHOURS: BREWS & BOOS
WonderLab Museum 7 p.m.
Dig into science of life and death. visitbloomington.com
OCT. 22
ALLEGRA KREIGER & GREG MENDEZ
The Bishop Bar 9 p.m. thebishopbar.com
OCT. 24
IU VOLLEYBALL VS WISCONSIN
Wilkinson Hall
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 25-NOV. 10
THE TRUE STORY OF THE THREE LITTLE PIGS
Waldron Auditorium 6 p.m. visitbloomington.com
OCT. 25
SPOOKY BEATS AND THEATER TREATS
Buskirk-Chumley Theater 5 p.m.
Live music, Halloween movies and treats! buskirkchumley.org
OCT. 25
DOWNTOWN TRICK OR TREAT
Gather: handmade shoppe & Co. 5 p.m.
Downtown Bloomington Trick or Treat walk. visitbloomington.com
OCT. 26
IU FOOTBALL VS WASHINGTON
Memorial Stadium
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 26
DANIEL NUNNELEE JUNE BABY FALLS TOUR
The Bishop Bar 9 p.m.
thebishopbar.com
OCT. 27
IU VOLLEYBALL VS NORTHWESTERN
Wilkinson Hall
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 29
IU MEN’S SOCCER VS NORTHWESTERN
Bill Armstrong Stadium
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 1-2
ARTISAN GUILDS OF BLOOMINGTON HOLIDAY SHOW
Monroe Convention Center
Over 70 artists unite under one roof with demonstrations and art. visitbloomington.com
NOV. 1
IU MEN’S SOCCER VS TRINE
Bill Armstrong Stadium
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 1
IU FIELD HOCKEY VS MICHIGAN STATE
Deborah Tobias Field 3 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 2
DANIEL DONATO’S COSMIC COUNTRY
Bluebird Nightclub 8 p.m. thebluebird.ws
NOV. 2
DR. SEUSS’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS
IU Auditorium 2 and 7 p.m. iuauditorium.com
NOV. 6
IU MEN’S BASKETBALL VS SIUEDWARDSVILLE
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 8-9
GIANMARCO SORESI- THE LEANING IN TOUR!
The Comedy Attic 7 and 9:15 p.m.
New York based stand-up comedian, actor and creator. thecomedyattic.com
NOV. 8
IU VOLLEYBALL VS PURDUE
Wilkinson Hall
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
IDS FILE PHOTO
BLOOMINGTON FARMER’S MARKET
NOV. 8
MICHAEL FERNSTEIN IN BECAUSE OF YOU: MY TRIBUTE TO TONY BENNETT
IU Auditorium
8 p.m.
Grammy-nominated musician with Carnegie Hall Ensemble. iuauditorium.com
NOV. 9.
IU FOOTBALL VS MICHIGAN
Memorial Stadium
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 9
IU VOLLEYBALL VS USC Wilkinson Hall
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 10
IU MEN’S BASKETBALL VS EASTERN ILLINOIS
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 15-16
THE INCREDBILE RHYS NICHOLSON!
The Comedy Attic Multi-award winning stand-up, writer, actor and collager. iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 16-17
BLOOMINGTON HANDMADE MARKET-HOLIDAY 2024
Monroe Convention Center 10 a.m.
100+ vendors, concessions, kid booths and Santa! visitbloomington.com
NOV. 16
IU MEN’S BASKETBALL VS SOUTH CAROLINA
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 16
BLIND BOYS OF ALABAMA
Buskirk-Chumley Theater
Living legends of gospel music. buskirkchumley.org
NOV. 19-20
AIN’T TOO PROUD- THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS
IU Auditorium
7:30 p.m.
The story of The Temptations from Detroit to the Rock and Roll HOF. iuauditorium.com
NOV. 21
IU MEN’S BASKETBALL VS UNC-GREENSBORO
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 22
IU VOLLEYBALL VS UCLA
Wilkinson Hall
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 22
THE REVEREND PEYTON’S BIG DAMN BAND
Buskirk-Chumley Theater
7:30 p.m.
A rock musical for everyone who’s asked the question, “What If…?” seeconstellation.org
NOV. 27
IU VOLLEYBALL VS MICHIGAN
Wilkinson Hall
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 28
B-TOWN TURKEY TROT
Switchyard Park
8:30 a.m.
5K run/walk on Thanksgiving morning. visitbloomington.com
NOV. 29-DEC. 29
DRIVE THRU CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SHOW!
Monroe County Fairgrounds Friday-Sunday
Spectacular display of twinkling light concluding in Santa’s Village. visitbloomington.com
NOV. 29
CANOPY OF LIGHTS
Courthouse Square 5:30 p.m.
Sparkling holiday tradition. visitbloomington.com
NOV. 30
IU FOOTBALL VS PURDUE
Memorial Stadium
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
DEC. 3
IU MEN’S BASKETBALL VS SAM HOUSTON STATE
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
DEC. 6-7
GEOFFREY ARMUS’ COMEDY ATTIC DEBUT!
The Comedy Attic visitbloomington.com
DEC. 6
IU MEN’S BASKETBALL VS MIAMI (OH)
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
DEC. 7
CHIMES OF CHRISTMMAS
IU Auditorium 2 and 7:30 p.m. Commemorative holiday concert. iuauditorium.com
DEC. 12-29
THE WIZARD OF OZ
Buskirk-Chumley Theater 7 p.m. buskirkchumley.org
DEC. 17
STRAIGHT NO CHASER
IU Auditorium
7:30 p.m.
Local legends return to where it all started for some holiday acapella. iuauditorium.org
DEC. 21
IU MEN’S BASKETBALL VS UTCHATTANOOGA
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall
For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
DEC. 28
IU MEN’S BASKETBALL VS WINTHROP
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall For specific days and times go to: iuhoosiers.com
JAN. 21-22
CLUE
IU Auditorium
7:30 p.m.
A comedy based on the 1985 movie and the classic board game. iuauditorium.com
JAN. 27-28
COME FROM AWAY
IU Auditorium
7:30 p.m. iuauditorium.com
JAN. 30-FEB. 16
MISERY
Waldron Auditorium
7 p.m. visitbloomington.com
FEB. 4-5
HADESTOWN
IU Auditorium
7:30 p.m. iuauditorium.com
FEB. 21
KODO
IU Auditorium
8 p.m.
Japanese taiko drum group. iuauditorium.com
IDS FILE PHOTO
FOWLER PUMPKIN PATCH
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 Fresh
Delightful bubble tea, snacks and desserts. 530 E. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 104 812-287-8139
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
Cafe Pizzaria
Serving up Bloomington’s finest pizza for almost 60 years. 405 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-332-2111
Casa Brava
Fresh authentic meican dishes 3482 W. Third St. 812-339-1453
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
Chicken Salad Chick 115 Ind. 46 Bypass Suite K 930-213-2442
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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COURTESY PHOTO CASA BRAVA
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
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
5560 State Rd. 46 Ellettsville 812-650-5099
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
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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INDIA GARDEN
Insomnia Cookies
A beloved cookie chain with late night hours.
430 E. Kirkwood Ave. 463-999-1817
Irish Lion Restaurant and Pub
Authentic Irish food and drink. 212 W. Kirkwood Ave. 812-336-9076
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
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
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 LA CHARREADA
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 1022 N. College Ave. 812-339-7233
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
Hoosier Putt Hole
Mini golf 4747 IN-46 Suite A 812-935-7888
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. 812-332-7288
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 812-323-8000
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
Axecalibur Axe Throwing and GellyBall. 3604 W. Third St. 812-822-1157 axecaliburs.com
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. 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. 812-336-0000 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
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 1 812-334-9700 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
Volta Glass Studio
Operating glass studio allowing guests to view the creation of unique borosilicate pieces.
405 W. Sixth St. Suite D-3 812-330-4191 voltaglassstudio.com
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TAILORED THRIFTS
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 812-645-1838
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. 812-590-8564
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. 812-323-1300
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 812-894-4300
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. 812-227-6245
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. bonnefetegifts.com
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
ONE DAY PERMITS
To purchase your permit, you will need to provide your name, address and phone number, along with your vehicle description/ color. Permits can be obtained at the Henderson Parking Garage, the Indiana Memorial Union Hotel Desk and the Residential Hall Center Desks. Visitors with a disabled license plate, state disabled placard/hang tag or an Indiana Disabled American Veteran plate may obtain a visitor-disabled permit from 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
Campus parking meters must be paid from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday through Friday. Parking meters are free from Friday at 10 p.m. until Monday at 7 a.m.
FREE PARKING
Town and Gown Lots
Enforcement in these three lots ceases at 5 p.m. and does not resume until 7 a.m., Monday through Friday. These lots are not enforced on Saturday and Sunday.
Von Lee Parking Lot (Lot # 404)
Lot on the corner of Fourth and Dunn Streets (Lot # 412)
Lot on the corner of Sixth and Dunn Streets (Lot # 402)
The weekend parking rule- CH and ST zones
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.
Parking Garages
Parking is free in the parking garages 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.
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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
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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. 812-855-7998 operaballet.indiana.edu
