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New Switchyard Park: It’s Large, Has Lots of Stuff & It’s Eco-Friendly
Officially opened in November, Switchyard Park is the city’s largest park—more than 65 acres. The facilities include an amphitheater, 11,000-square-foot event pavilion, skate park,…
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Volunteers in Medicine Now Able to Serve More People
Bloomington residents may notice changes to Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) at the end of the year, but Executive Director Nancy Richman says the clinic’s…
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Salaam Has Found Its ‘Perfect Balance’
Although Salaam has been together a quarter of a century, founder Dena El Saffar says that only recently has the Middle Eastern quartet hit…
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You, Too, Can Be A Philanthropist: No Gift Too Small
Philanthropy is for everyone, and there’s no wrong way to donate to the Community Foundation of Bloomington and Monroe County, says President and CEO…
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It’s Time for Lotus! September 26 to 29
Lotus World Music & Arts Festival is back in Bloomington September 26 to 29 with fan favorites Movits! and Väsen. Other returning acts include…
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Scholarship Honoring Gayle Cook Lets Students Visit History Center
With a foot in the past and an eye on the future, the Monroe County History Center (MCHC) has established a scholarship fund for…
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More Grant Funds Means More High-Quality Child Care
Six Monroe County child care programs will receive funding to expand facilities, hire new educators, and implement educational curricula thanks to $247,858 in grants…
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Jewish Theatre Play Addresses Prejudice From Various Angles
Titled for the burgundy Doc Marten boots worn by its antagonist, the Jewish Theatre of Bloomington’s most recent production, Cherry Docs, tells the story…
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Volunteers in Medicine Offers Full Dental Care
The dental clinic at Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) sees about 100 patients each month. During those visits, dentists Steve Pritchard and Park Firebaugh and…