Bloom Archives
Home & Family
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‘Little Lost Monkey’: Stone Belt Artist Illustrates Children’s Book About Foster-to-Adoption Journey
‘Little Lost Monkey’ addresses issues of parental loss, foster care, and adoption through the eyes of Chipper, a monkey who embarks on a journey…
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InBloom: Hardy Hibiscus Add Tropical Touch to Midwestern Gardens
At this time of year, in some local gardens, you may notice and admire large blooms in pink, white, and maroon that lend a…
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Photographer Pays Tribute to Veterans by Volunteering with Indy Honor Flight
The message Mark Kidd received in 2014 was clear: “You can’t not do this.” The message was from the head of Indy Honor Flight,…
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Toy & Comic Book Lovers Can Be Superheroes to Kids with Autism
“If it’s geeky and nerdy, we’ll have it,” says Billy Cooper, founder and promoter of the Indiana Toy and Comic Expo (ITCE), which will…
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For Parents in Crisis, Safe Families for Children Offers Short-Term Alternative to Foster Care
Sometimes parents need help with their children for a few days or a few weeks. They may be temporarily experiencing homelessness or another crisis…
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Bluestone Tree: Artists at Work (VIDEO)
“There’s an art to performing tree work,” says Jerad Oren, co-owner of Bluestone Tree. “We provide homeowners and businesses with the best tree care…
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InBloom: Local Growers Make Choosing Natives Easy
More and more home gardeners are choosing to grow native plants, not only because they add a variety of shapes and textural interest but…
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Rhino’s Youth Radio: Giving Teens a Voice
Rhino’s Youth Center, a division of Harmony Education Center, is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Almost as old as the center itself is…
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Nick Powell: Hardscape Expert Who Builds ‘Dry’ Stone Walls
Nick Powell always knew he wanted to work outdoors, so it was a good fit when he chose landscaping as a career. But it…