Bloom Archives
Author: Sophie Bird
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June/July 2020
Editor’s Message: Staying Upbeat in a Pandemic It’s not easy to stay upbeat in a pandemic. But when the news gets me down, I…
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Celebrating the People of Bloomington: A Retrospective
The city has changed a lot in the years since Bloom began. The university has grown, there are more and bigger buildings, more retirees,…
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Guest Column: The Work We’re Called to Do Now
Bloomington’s identity is bound up in our local organizations, in the rich array of nonprofit agencies, and in our small and locally owned businesses.
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Editor’s Message: Staying Upbeat in a Pandemic
It’s not easy to stay upbeat in a pandemic. But when the news gets me down, I keep my spirits up by focusing on…
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Bloomington Community Orchard Still Growing 10 Years Later
The Bloomington Community Orchard still grows fruit, resilience, and community 10 years after a partnership between the City of Bloomington and a group of…
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Loren Wood Builders Celebrates 10 Years in Bloomington
Loren Wood Builders is celebrating ten years in Bloomington, and owner Loren Wood says the company has its values to thank for its longevity.
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Local Artists Turn to Creativity During COVID-19 Pandemic
Bloom would like to see art created during the pandemic. We invite you, artist or not, to share with us some of what you’ve…
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David Howard: Renaissance Man on the Move
To use a juggling metaphor, David Howard is a guy who keeps a lot of plates spinning. His latest project is Alley Works, a…
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Business Team-Building Occurring in the Kitchen
While team-building exercises may conjure up images of “trust falls” gone bad, the Bloomington Cooking School (BCS) has something a little more appetizing.