Bloom Archives
Author: Sophie Bird
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The Schwartzmans of BuffaLouie’s: A Community-Minded Couple
As partners in love, parenting, and business, Ed and Jaimie Schwartzman share almost everything—including their sense of gratitude. “We always say, ‘God bless our…
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STEM to Them Mobile Lab Brings Technology to Schools
A robotics laboratory and makerspace on wheels will be pulling up outside elementary schools across Monroe County starting next fall as part of the…
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Jigsaw Puzzles Acquire New Popularity During Pandemic
Like toilet paper and hand sanitizer, jigsaw puzzles sold out during the pandemic’s early days, and, according to Margaret Taylor, owner of The Book…
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Planning a Getaway? Stuff to Take Your Stuff In
With summer here and COVID-19 vaccinations plentiful, many Bloomingtonians are planning a return to familiar activities in a (hopefully) post-pandemic world. And that includes…
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Black Authors Speak! Showcase Returns
On Saturday, July 17, local Black authors of all ages will present their work on the lawn of the Monroe County History Center as…
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‘Spirit of Indiana’: A New Campus Sculpture
From meticulous gardens to architectural gems, Indiana University is known for its picturesque campus. Outdoor statues and sculptures help accentuate that beauty, but IU…
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Monroe County’s Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Application Now Open
The Community Foundation of Bloomington and Monroe County (CFBMC) has opened its application for the 2022 Monroe County Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program.
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Citizen Scientist: Make Your Yard Wildlife-Friendly And Earn a Habitat Certificate
Linda Pride Thompson started with a ho-hum lawn, some maple trees, and pines—a near- blank slate when it comes to attracting wildlife.
