Bloom Archives
Tag: James Kellar
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Parkinson’s Disease Patients Defy Stereotype—to Dance!
BY KELLY KENDALL After teaching a special dance class for just a few short weeks to people with Parkinson’s disease, Roberta Wong already has…
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Anne Sterling: Humane Society Midwest Director
BY JEREMY SHERE Last July, police broke up a dog-fighting ring in Gary, Indiana, arresting four people and rescuing more than 20 dogs. The…
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Oranges, Limes, Bananas, and Figs Can Grow Year-Round in Bloomington
BY MOYA ANDREWS Even on cold midwinter mornings, Phyllis Schwitzer can “pluck an orange” from her tree for breakfast, because that tree and a…
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Leo Cook: Jack of All Trades
BY ELISABETH ANDREWS Things Leo Cook can do: mix an award-winning cocktail, play the electric washboard, make 50 varieties of Rice Krispies treats, and…
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Superfood: A Healthy Cereal Now Based in Bloomington
BY MARY JO SPIEGEL Vigilant Eats is more than the name of Doug Siegel’s company—it’s his food philosophy. Headquartered in Siegel’s Bloomington home, Vigilant…
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The Nest: A Last Resort for Down-and-Out Dogs
BY MAGGIE MORTON Rizza shivered in an outdoor wire pen at an animal shelter. The elderly dachshund had no hair; she stank and had…
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The New Philanthropists: Regular Folks Making an Impact
BY ADAM KENT-ISAAC When people hear the word “philanthropist,” many think of wealthy individuals like Bill Cook, who give thousands or millions to not-for-profit…
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Yogi’s Grill & Bar: More Beers & a Cicerone!
BY ADAM KENT-ISAAC With 55 separate taps pouring 47 different brands, Yogi’s Grill & Bar claims the distinction of one of the largest beer…
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VIPaws: Bringing People and Pets Together for the Benefit of All
BY JESSICA SCHOFIELD The adage “A dog is a man’s best friend” can be said not only for men but for women and children,…