Bloom Archives
Author: assistanteditor
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The ‘Reborn’ Uptown Café Old Favorites + Hip New Dishes
BY CHRISTINE BARBOUR Michael Cassady has caught his second wind. When Bloom last profiled the venerable Uptown Café five years ago, Cassady sounded like…
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Makevention 2015 (Photo Gallery)
The maker movement is alive in Bloomington. Saturday, August 29, saw the gathering of tinkers, inventors, artists, and other creators at the Bloomington/Monroe County…
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It’s Garlic Time Again On Labor Day Weekend
BY KELLY KENDALL Asian garlic noodles. Corn on the cob with garlic butter. Roasted garlic slathered on toasted sourdough with a dab of butter.…
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Bloomington PRIDE Summerfest 2015 (Photo Gallery)
The Bloomington LGBT community and allies came out to celebrate in the streets of the city on August 29. Rainbows were rampant at the…
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Kickball Is Catching On As Way to Make Connections
BY JESSE LOUDENBARGER Friendly competition gets the ball rolling for active people looking to make new connections in the Bloomington Adult Sports Club’s (ASC)…
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Lew Who? The Hoosier Who Wrote ‘Ben-Hur’ and Was a Civil War General
BY ELIZABETH ANDREWS There are two types of Lew Wallace fans, says WTIU Senior Producer and Director Ron Prickel: those who argue that the…
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Recipe of the Month: Green Bean and Friends Salad
Green Bean and Friends Salad Chef David Davenport Bloomington Cooking School 1/2 lb. orzo 1/2 lb. green beans 1/3 cup olive oil 3 tbs.…
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Glam Jewelry Is Back! It’s Just Not Big & Flashy
When it comes to jewelry trends, glamour is alive and well, says Brad Lawrence, owner of Gold Casters Fine Jewelry at 430 S. Washington…
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Craft Beer Scene Is Booming in Bloomington
BY GREG KITZMILLER When you feel like having a beer, grab a cold pint or bottle of a local brew. Every time you do,…