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VISITBLOOMINGTON.COM 3 CONTENTS

EDITORIALS THE BIG SCREENS 6

I'LL DRINK TO THAT 12

THE WATER'S JUST RIGHT 14

BUDDHISTS IN BLOOMINGTON 18

EAT YOUR VEGETABLES 22

BEHIND THE ART 26

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION 34

FESTIVALS & EVENTS 42

SHOPPING & SERVICES 46

OUTDOORS & RECREATION 50

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 56

FOOD & DRINK 64

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On the Cover: The IU Cinema is a beautifully restored theater offering film screenings in nearly every genre and from every decade. [Photo by Maximillian Tortoriello 18 Photography, maxtphoto.com] Make a Reservation 812.334.2353 • www.grantstinn.com

Looking To Get Away? Go beyond the average cookie cutter style and go for charm, sophistication, and luxury. It’s a one-of-a-kind stay located in the heart of Bloomington – only minutes from rich and vibrant store fronts, tasteful restaurants and unique, local cultural experiences. Come stay for the experience.

Visit Bloomington Guide Size: Full Pg (7.625x9.625) Cost: $3000 Runs: Jan-Dec 2016 Issues (Annual Publication) (Cinema is big in Bloomington, with copious venues to view film)

BY CHRIS LYNCH

Movies are an integral part of Bloomington’s arts scene, and the arts are part of what makes Bloomington what it is. Sure, there are movieplexes where you can take in the hottest new releases. But the city is also home to unique venues and festivals that offer a more personalized experience that you won’t find anywhere else.

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IU CINEMA

Having a top-notch research university in and conferences, including Intersectionality: Bloomington adds an extraordinary dimension IU Latina Film Festival and Conference, the to the movie-going experience. The university Seventh Annual New Trends in Contemporary created a new media school which combines Italian Cinema, and several two-day traditional journalism with a variety of other conferences supporting the new Center for types of communication forms, including Documentary Research and Practice at the filmmaking. The campus also refurbished an Media School at IU.” old theater to create one of the most beautiful cinemas in the Midwest. The IU Cinema hosts This year is also IU Cinema’s fifth anniversary. an open-to-the-public series of films each Asked about special events that are in year in which they screen everything from the works, Friesner singled out a personal historically significant films to Hollywood favorite: “One of the highlights of this year blockbusters, independent art movies, and will be the premiere of a new orchestral score contemporary international films. Associate commissioned from a student composer in the Director Brittany Friesner says, “Being on the Jacobs School of Music for the 1916 film The IU Bloomington campus affords us the ability Return of Draw Egan. The film will be screened to engage world-renowned scholars and with live musical accompaniment by a student filmmakers in our programming. Community orchestra as part of the inaugural Jon Vickers members and students alike have the Film Scoring Award.” opportunity to experience unparalleled access to some of the greatest thinkers and artists The IU Cinema will take a break in the summer of 2016 in the world through attending one of our for renovations, but will be back in action by late August. Jorgensen Guest Filmmaker Lectures or by participating in a post-film Q&A at IU Cinema.”

IU Cinema coordinates about half of its films with academic departments, student groups, and community organizations, and 2016 will prove to have many interesting collaborations. Friesner says, “We are very excited in 2016 to support numerous international film festivals THE IU CINEMA IS LOCATED IN THE HEART OF THE BEAUTIFUL IU CAMPUS. 7 SUNDAY NIGHT FILM SCREENINGS ARE HELD AT BEAR'S PLACE, A COZY BAR NEAR THE IU CAMPUS.

THE RYDER

Of course, film was part of the Bloomington culture well before the IU Cinema opened, with the Ryder Film Series bringing international and independent films to the area for more than 25 years. The series features mainly first-run films from around the world. Series founder Peter LoPilato explains, “Many of these are low- budget films, at least by Hollywood standards. But what they lack in financing they more than make up for in creativity, enthusiasm and vision.” This year the series will feature films BREATHE, FROM FRANCE, HAS WON AWARDS ON THE FESTIVAL from France, Germany, Russia, Mexico, Israel, CIRCUIT AND IS BEING SCREENED IN THE RYDER SERIES IN JANUARY. Norway, and Afghanistan.

The Ryder’s screenings are held at different locations around town. Films are screened primarily in the two IU Fine Arts theaters and in the Woodburn Hall theater on the IU campus. They also screen films on Sunday nights at Bear’s Place, and, on occasion, at the Buskirk- Chumley Theater.

Most of these locations are pretty conventional screening venues, but Bear’s Place – a restaurant and bar – stands out. LoPilato started the series at Bear’s, and he recalls that "HIGH DIVING GIRAFFES" IS PART OF THE CHILDREN'S INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL SPONSORED ANNUALLY BY THE RYDER. in the early days it was difficult to convince distributors that it was a viable venue. “When we first started programming foreign-language films, the distributors found it hard to believe that we were screening them in a bar. And in one or two cases, they were horrified at the very thought and initially would not work with us. They assumed that a bar audience would be inattentive, if not rowdy and out of control. Our audiences at Bear’s Place were anything but. Bear’s would sell more salads during movies than they would beer.” Luckily distributors caught on, and Bear’s continues to offer a one-of-a-kind movie-going experience. GEMMA BOVERY IS A CLEVER UPDATING 8 OF THE CLASSIC NOVEL BY FLAUBERT. [PHOTOS BY ZACH KOWALCZYK]

PRIDE FILM FESTIVAL

Since its founding in 2003, the PRIDE Film Festival has focused on presenting films that explore a variety of issues facing the queer community. According to director Sarah Perfetti, the event screens “films from all over the world that have queer characters and content, or are produced by queer filmmakers.” The movies include feature-length films as well as shorts, and although “the top three genres preferred by our audience are comedies, dramas, and documentaries,” Perfetti points out, “people also like animated and science fiction, so we

throw a few of those in too.” UNIQUE LIVE PERFORMANCES AND OTHER COMMUNITY PROJECTS HAVE TIME TO SHINE AT THE PRIDE FILM FESTIVAL. The PRIDE Film Festival sponsors live performances, lectures, and other public participation events alongside its screenings. Perfetti says that these events “express a wide range of viewpoints, feature many different personality types and situations, and advocate community-wide attitudes of awareness, acceptance, and appreciation of diversity.” This year’s festival, which will be held from January 28–30, will include a screening of a film geared toward youth that will also have a participatory educational component about advocating for and supporting young members of the queer community.

ATTENDEES AWAIT THE NEXT FILM IN THE BUSKIRK-CHUMLEY THEATER, BLOOMINGTON'S OLDEST CINEMA. 9 THE MIDDLE COAST FILM FESTIVAL PROMOTES FILMING IN BLOOMINGTON.

MIDDLE COAST

The Middle Coast Film Festival is a newer addition to Bloomington’s movie scene. Having just completed its second season, festival director Jessica Levandoski is already looking forward to season three in July 2016. “The mission of the Middle Coast Film Festival is super simple,” she says. “We want to create a destination international film festival right here in Bloomington that focuses on the interactive elements of the film industry. We want our filmmakers and our audiences to have access to one another in a laid-back environment. We have programming that rivals what is being THE RED CARPET EXPERIENCE. screened on the coasts and in bigger cities.” [PHOTO BY KYLIE CISNEY]

With the Middle Coast Film Festival, Levandoski doesn’t want to just introduce Bloomington to great films; she also seeks to introduce great filmmakers to Bloomington. All of the filmmakers – whether they’re just getting started or are headlining the event – are invited to introduce their films and participate in question-and-answer sessions with the audience. Levandoski says, “We bring in all the visiting filmmakers, actors, and producers and make sure they are shown a great time. In return, these filmmakers are enticed to shoot their next projects here in town, or spread the love to their colleagues.”

FILMMAKERS SHARE THEIR EXPERIENCES WITH THE AUDIENCE. 10 [PHOTO BY BENEDICT JONES] From fine art films to LEARN MORE Hollywood classics and IU CINEMA cinema.indiana.edu everything in between,

Bloomington offers some THE RYDER spectacular film viewing theryder.com opportunities in unique PRIDE FILM FESTIVAL theaters, including some bloomingtonpride.org places that aren’t theaters at all. So settle in and MIDDLE COAST FILM FESTIVAL enjoy the show. middlecoastfest.com

MOVIES IN THE PARK [PHOTO BY GREG JACOBS]

11 (Some of the best places for craft cocktails)

Where do the grown-ups drink in our college town? There’s a whole world beyond well drinks and pitchers of beer. Here are the best bars in Bloomington for fantastic cocktails.

BY ERICA SAGON

UPTOWN CAFÉ It’s hard to imagine Bloomington without this cocktail spot — it feels like such an icon, and yet, the bar side has only been around for five years. It was an expansion of the Uptown Café, the long-time Creole- and Cajun-inspired restaurant just off the square. This stately bar shakes and stirs classic cocktails plus specialty drinks thought up by the expert bar crew. If you have the chance, sit right at the bar and soak in this lively place.

WHAT TO ORDER: You can’t go wrong with the venerable House Sazerac. INSTAGRAM THIS: An enviable weekend brunch — a Bloody Mary, coffee, eggs benedict, and cinnamon roll coffee cake. SNACK ON: Artichoke and kalamata olive dip always hits the spot. the-uptown.com

CARDINAL SPIRITS Bloomington’s craft distillery makes premium, small-batch spirits like vodka, gin, rum, and botanical liqueurs in one room. In the next room over, it serves them in creative cocktails in a clean-lined, modern bar. Cocktails don’t get more local than this. A mile south of downtown, its spacious patio overlooking the B-Line walking and biking trail offers spectacular people watching.

WHAT TO ORDER: The smooth Café à l’Orange, made with Songbird Craft Coffee Liqueur and a misting of orange oil, will make you wonder where the outstanding combo of coffee and orange has been all your life. INSTAGRAM THIS: While taking a tour of the distillery, post pics of the giant copper still and barrels of bourbon. SNACK ON: A charcuterie plate, or carry in chorizo nachos from the taco truck stationed in the parking lot. cardinalspirits.com Russell loves that dogs are allowed on the Cardinal Spirits patio. Check out #BtownBeagle 12 on Instagram for more adventures. C3 This swanky take on a neighborhood bar is off the beaten path on the city’s southeast side, and seemingly worlds away from the bustle on Kirkwood. Its stylish cocktails combine craft spirits with fun ingredients that you probably wouldn’t go through the trouble to make at home. C3 isn’t overly fixated on whiskey like a lot of craft cocktail bars — refreshingly, it gives equal weight to all spirits.

WHAT TO ORDER: Scan the ever-changing menu for one-of- a-kind cocktails with house-infused ingredients — like roasted peanut-infused bourbon and tea-infused dry vermouth. INSTAGRAM THIS: Beer cocktails! Just as thoughtfully constructed as the rest of the menu. SNACK ON: Treat yourself to upscale snacks like ceviche and salt-and-pepper kale chips. c3bloomington.com

MALIBU GRILL If you’re an IU alum, you might remember Malibu as the fancy restaurant where you went with a date or with your parents when they were in town. It’s time for a revisit to this timeless restaurant and bar on the Square, whose cocktail menu has only grown more focused, sophisticated, and intriguing over the years — just like you. A handful of big TVs means you can catch the game, too.

WHAT TO ORDER: A well-made classic, like a Manhattan. INSTAGRAM THIS: The off-the-menu Deantini — Grey Goose vodka on the rocks with two bleu cheese-stuffed olives and a lemon twist — named after Dean Kleinschmidt, a Malibu regular for years and years, and a former head athletic trainer for Indiana University's football team. SNACK ON: The seared rare yellowfin tuna with Sriracha is the way to kick off happy hour. malibugrill.net

FARMBLOOMINGTON People go to FARM just off the Square for food that feels familiar, but executed with an intriguing twist; the same goes for its cocktails, too. Whether it’s a paloma, negroni, or mai tai, it’s surely got that FARM flourish that makes it unique. If after a drink or two you feel like a change of scenery, you won’t have to go far: The Root Cellar is a funky speakeasy in the basement.

WHAT TO ORDER: Something that gets you out of your comfort zone. Maybe a port-wine-and-rye cocktail or a shrub, which is a tart drinking vinegar sweetened with fruit. INSTAGRAM THIS: The bedpan collection hanging on the wall outside the restrooms. It’s no cocktail, but it’s the perfect “I was here” snapshot. SNACK ON: A giant bowl of legendary garlic fries with parmesan, chili flakes, and lemon zest. farm-bloomington.com 13 (Swimming holes just perfect for those hot summer months)

BY AUBREY DUNNUCK

From Memorial Day to Labor Day, we’re getting our feet (and knees, and stomachs, and shoulders) wet in Bloomington. Splashing around in the water is a summer tradition, and there are plenty of places to do just that. Stay close to town with a swim in one of several beautiful pools, or connect with nature at Monroe Lake and Lake Lemon. Whether you’re the type to cannonball straight into the deep end or wade in gradually, we’ve got a swimming spot for you.

14 BRYAN PARK POOL Talk about kid appeal – with three water slides and a shallow splash area for the tots, Bryan Park Pool is hard to beat. Luckily there’s a snack bar on site, because a hungry tummy might just be the only thing to tear your kids away from the fun. 1001 S. Henderson St.

MILLS POOL On a smaller scale than Bryan Park Pool, Mills IU OUTDOOR POOL Pool is also a great choice for families. There’s something for every age – a water slide for big kids, a zero-depth area for little ones, plus IU OUTDOOR POOL umbrellas and deck chairs for lounging parents. Looking to get your laps in? The IU Outdoor 1100 W. 14th St. Pool has 10 lanes dedicated to staying between the lines. There’s a shallow pool for kids, spring diving boards, and a multi-story diving platform that might just inspire a few dares. Are you brave enough to jump off the 10-meter platform? 1833 N. Fee Ln.

KARST FARM PARK SPLASH PAD

KARST FARM PARK If you’re looking to cool off but don’t need the full pool experience, head out to the Splash

Pad, located behind the soccer fields at Karst MONROE LAKE Farm Park. The fountains and sprinklers are a welcome respite from a long day of activities. There’s also a great playground next to the PAYNETOWN STATE water area. Best of all: it’s all free! RECREATION AREA 2450 S. Endwright Rd. (MONROE LAKE) Monroe Lake is the largest in Indiana, snaking its way through the southeast corner of the COUNSILMAN BILLINGSLEY county. Surrounded by thousands of acres of gorgeous forest, the lake is home to three AQUATIC CENTER beaches. First up is Paynetown Beach, situated While some of us may wish for 365 days of in the middle of a sunny peninsula and full of summer, four distinct seasons in Bloomington rustic charm. There are also lots of rentable means the outdoor pools have to close when boats to get you out onto the water, from the cool weather arrives. So if you’re itching kayaks to jet skis to double decker pontoon to jump in the pool and the weather isn’t boats. If you want to participate in some land- cooperating, try the state-of-the-art pool at based happenings, the activity center hosts IU’s Student Recreational Sports Center. Call programming throughout the year. or check for family swim hours on weekends. 4850 S. State Road 446 1601 Law Ln. 15 HARDIN RIDGE RECREATION AREA (MONROE LAKE) For a more secluded swimming spot, head south to the scenic Hardin Ridge Recreation Area, part of the Hoosier National Forest. The picturesque beach offers 300 feet of swimming real estate, plus a grassy shaded area that’s great for picnics. 6464 Hardin Ridge Rd. RIDDLE POINT PARK

FAIRFAX STATE RECREATION RIDDLE POINT PARK AREA (MONROE LAKE) (LAKE LEMON) Across the lake (or around it, if you’re driving) The beach at Riddle Point Park, part of the you’ll find the biggest beach of the bunch at Lake Lemon Conservancy District, is a lovely Fairfax State Recreation Area. Get your daily alternative to popular Monroe Lake. Plan dose of vitamin D on its sandy shores or rent the perfect day with a morning hike on the a boat from the Fourwinds Lakeside Inn and Tulip Trace Nature Trail, a picnic lunch, then Marina to spend the day cruising the lake. swimming and sunbathing at the beach. 9301 S. Fairfax Rd. 7599 N. Tunnel Rd.

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VISITBLOOMINGTON.COM 17 (Monasteries and monks that made their home in this college town)

BY ERICA SAGON

18 TIBETAN MONGOLIAN BUDDHIST CULTURAL CENTER

One of the best things about Bloomington is Both centers were established to preserve the diversity of people who come here, and Buddhism in Western culture and both are the reasons why. It might surprise visitors to rooted in the Yellow Hat sect of Tibetan know that two of the largest Buddhist centers Buddhism, but their practices veer from in the Midwest are right here in Bloomington. there — the two are not affiliated. Here’s Tucked away in heavy woods that act as a what to expect when visiting these buffer from the outside world, the spiritual Bloomington landmarks. centers are places where people can marvel or meditate, or both. These centers are part At the Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Cultural of the fabric that makes this community Center, a winding drive seems to offer so colorful, and offer visitors a unique and something new at every turn: monuments, unexpected experience. the temple, a prayer-wheel pavilion, a pond with lotus flowers, You don’t have to be and cottages for rent. a practicing Buddhist For visitors, we Set back on a heavily to explore these wooded 108 acres — just quiet and sacred just want them 10 acres of which are monasteries. Their developed — the center brightly colored to be able to see hosts individual visitors temples, altars looking for meditation with gilded Buddha something different. as well as large events, statues, and peaceful including a handful grounds are open to the public. Both centers of visits from the Dalai Lama (he even has a welcome visitors of all faiths who are looking private apartment at the Center for those visits). for a cultural experience or simply a few tranquil moments. The Center was founded in the 1970s by the late Thubten Jigme Norbu, the eldest brother The longstanding Tibetan Mongolian of the 14th Dalai Lama and a professor of Buddhist Cultural Center is on the southeast Tibetan Studies at Indiana University. Today, side of Bloomington, and the newer Gaden the Center’s director is Arjia Rinpoche, who KhachoeShing monastery is on Bloomington’s fled Tibet and wrote a memoir about it north side. Both monasteries have four called “Surviving the Dragon.” Rinpoche was resident monks who chant and pray daily recognized as a reincarnate lama when he was in the temples. two years old and he was tapped by the Dalai Lama to become the director in 2005. 19 The center promotes diversity and interfaith Also on the grounds are two tall, striking prayer, which is why a Bible and Koran are on monuments known as stupas, whose display in the temple, says Chenli Reije, the simplified shapes are said to represent Buddha. Center’s manager and nephew of the Center’s There’s also a structure that houses a prayer director. Yoga, meditation classes, and Sunday wheel — giving it a spin clockwise is the morning prayer are some of the ways the equivalent of saying hundreds of thousands Center engages the community. of prayers at once. There’s even a gift shop in the community building, which offers Tibetan Reije says he hopes that visitors enjoy seeing a items including necklaces, slippers, and books. different perspective at the Center. In addition to retreats and classes, the Center “In Buddhism, one of the main teachings is hosts celebrations for Buddha’s birthday in not having attachment. Life is impermanent,” the spring, the Dalai Lama’s birthday in the Reije says. “[People] usually look for guidance summer, and the Tibetan new year in late from Buddhist teachings to break their rituals winter or early spring. and look at the bigger picture. For visitors, we just want them Meanwhile, at Gaden to be able to KhachoeShing see something Coming here is a monastery, about different.” seven miles north spiritual destination. of downtown Past the temple, Bloomington, the visitors will find a temple features lotus pond, cottages nestled in the woods, and a grand, gilded 32-foot-tall statue, one of an outdoor teaching pavilion, which was used the largest anywhere outside of Tibet, by the Dalai Lama on his visits to the Center. says Jamyang Lama, a resident monk and The renovated cottages resemble traditional co-founder of the monastery. Mongolian yurts but with the comforts of home. They have air conditioning and heating, The temple may be new — it opened in fall electricity, plumbing, and kitchenettes, and 2014 — but the monastery was founded in go for around $100 a night. They’re often Bloomington in 1996 in a different location. Set rented out for spiritual retreats, but they also on 128 acres in the woods and at the end of fill up on busy weekends in Bloomington as an an unpaved road, Gaden KhachoeShing feels alternative to a hotel, Reije says. remote. A clearing gives way to a large three-

GADEN KHACHOESHING

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story building that houses the temple, living IF YOU GO space for the monks, and a large dining hall Both centers welcome visitors of all faiths. and kitchen used for retreats and celebrations. Gaden KhachoeShing asks that visitors call Annual events include the Tibetan New Year ahead; the Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist and Taste of Tibet, a feast of traditional foods Cultural Center is open daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., like momos (dumplings) and teas. and large groups should call ahead.

Many features of the temple were imported A few pointers on etiquette at the temples: from Nepal, Lama says, including the ornate Take off your shoes and place them in the doorknobs on the entrance and the three cubbies/racks provided before entering — gilded statues on the altar that represent past, shoes are removed to keep the spiritual space present, and future Buddhas. The space is clean and to symbolically leave negative made incredibly vibrant by colorful tapestries thoughts behind. Don’t touch statues, and paintings, brightened with natural light. tapestries, or paintings. It’s absolutely okay to take pictures, talk with the monks, and ask The temple is used daily by the resident questions. monks, but also for retreats, classes, and gatherings for visiting teachers from around “You don’t have to be a Buddhist to come here the world. “Coming here is a spiritual and talk to one of our monks,” says Reije, “We destination,” Jamyang Lama says. “It is a are everyday people.” place where people can be contemplative and ultimately inspired to become a Buddha.”

The center welcomes people of all faiths to talk with monks and students, or simply to practice Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Cultural Center silence, he says. “Some just want to come here 3655 Snoddy Road to gain some peace in their mind,” Lama says. Bloomington, IN 47401 “We are here for everyone.” 812-336-6807 • tmbcc.org The temple was built with eco-friendly features like LED lighting, low-flow faucets, and Gaden KhachoeShing rainwater harvesting. 2150 E. Dolan Road Bloomington, IN 47408 812-334-3456 • ganden.org

21 (Ten of Bloomington’s favorite vegetarian and vegan restaurants)

BY AUBREY DUNNUCK

If you’re a vegetarian visiting Bloomington, consider yourself lucky. From the plethora of earth-conscious restaurants surrounding the downtown square to the abundance of unique international restaurants on Fourth Street, a delicious, meat-free meal is easy to find and devour. And we’re not just vegetarian friendly; if you’re vegan or gluten-free, you’ll find more delectable options than you’d expect even from a progressive place like Bloomington. These locally owned and operated restaurants are just a few of our favorites.

22 THE OWLERY

THE OWLERY ANYETSANG’S LITTLE TIBET This meat-free restaurant on the Square stands Follow the colorful Tibetan Prayer flags to find out as much for its collection of owl kitsch as this Fourth Street gem. Share some Tibetan for its all-vegetarian comfort food. You must dumplings, or momos, with half Tsel, stuffed try the Canadian classic, Poutine. Crispy fries with cabbage and carrots and half Shogo, smothered in hot gravy and melted cheese filled with mashed potatoes and onions. curds (vegan or dairy), need we say more? Lunch specials are a great deal – they include a theowleryrestaurant.com small salad with an addictive ginger dressing, followed by the ultra-creamy coconut red curry. anyetsangs.com

KING DOUGH

FALAFELS KING DOUGH The namesake Falafel is excellent – fresh and A new – and very welcome – addition to the plenty crisp. Order it in a sandwich with some downtown square, King Dough brings Napoli- of the best fries in Bloomington or as an entrée style pizza to Bloomington. You can’t go wrong with roasted asparagus and mashed potatoes. with a classic Margherita pie, topped with On the healthier side, the Tel Aviv Salad is a tomato sauce, mozzarella, extra virgin olive rainbow of cucumber, tomatoes, olives, and oil, and basil. The crust stands on its own, feta. Use the halo of pita chips to scoop up a beautifully charred and chewy, making it easy little bit of everything. to skip the cheese and go with a vegan pie. falafelsonline.com facebook.com/kingdoughpizza

VISITBLOOMINGTON.COM 23 RAINBOW BAKERY [INBLOOM PHOTOGRAPHY]

SAMIRA RAINBOW BAKERY You can’t find Afghan cuisine everywhere, Walking into Rainbow Bakery might feel like but you can find it in Bloomington at Samira. you’ve entered a retro 1960s bakery, until you Here, every meal starts with a complimentary notice the vegan and gluten-free goodies appetizer of garlicky grilled eggplant and like Fauxstess cupcakes and caramel almond carrots, so good that you might want to order crunch donuts. The delightful baked goods a whole plate. Meatless highlights include are so beautiful that it’s almost impossible the vegetarian Aushak and Manto dumplings to choose just one. Everything is vegan, and the Badenjan, silky baked eggplant with plenty of gluten-free options, too. topped with tomato sauce and spiced yogurt. rainbowbakery.net samirarestaurant.com

MY THAI CAFÉ

MY THAI CAFÉ LAUGHING PLANET There are several good Thai options in Located right in the heart of downtown, Bloomington, and My Thai Café is one of the Laughing Planet is a great place to chill with best. Start with the spring rolls, packed with a fresh and casual meal on the patio. A good fresh herbs like mint and cilantro. Follow up vegetarian meal is all about balance, and the with an order of Drunken Man Fried Rice, full Laughing Planet gets it just right with their of garlic and basil, or the Tofu Pad Prig Khing, healthy Classic Burrito, Veggie Chili, and a rich coconut-less curry paste flavored with Highway to Kale salad. Plus, you can replace kaffir lime leaves. the meat in any dish with tofu or seitan. mythaicafeusa.com thelaughingplanetcafe.com

24 RUNCIBLE SPOON FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY From the mismatched coffee mugs to the koi A little of this, a little of that: the best way fish in the bathtub, brunch at the Runcible to experience a Food Truck Friday is to try Spoon is truly a taste of Bloomington. There everything! Have a tamale from The Tamale are pancakes of course, made even more Cart, maybe roasted red pepper or creamy delectable with a handful of blueberries, if you sweet potato and goat cheese. Wash it down please. Or go for the savory Veggie Bennie: with a fizzy gourmet pop from Bea’s Soda Bar. two poached eggs with spinach, tomato, Then hit up Lochwood Kitchen for a vegan and plenty of creamy hollandaise. Go carb option, like a Grits Cake topped with green crazy with a side of seasoned home fries. apple mint salsa. And you can’t leave without a runciblespoonrestaurant.com frozen treat from the host of Food Truck Friday, The Chocolate Moose!

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25 (Meet the people who build, paint, print, and create in Bloomington)

BY ERICA SAGON [PHOTOS BY ANDREW GRODNER]

Bloomington’s art scene is bursting sticking around to do what they with talent and energy in every love most. Artists themselves medium you can think of. It’s describe their home base as a community where you’ll find overflowing with inspiration, everything from engaging public character, and camaraderie. art to edgy pieces from local artists hanging on the walls of restaurants “Bloomington is an amazingly and bars. Several eclectic galleries supportive community for creating and pop-up events that dot the city’s art and making a career as a working walkable downtown give artists a artist,” says Bloomington fiber artist place to showcase their work and a Martina Celerin. “Art is valued in this place for locals and visitors to take community, and people who create it all in. art are appreciated and respected for their contribution to our society.” The scene is made even more dynamic From emerging artists to established by the people who flow in and out of ones, here’s a look at a few of the Indiana University’s top-notch arts people who make the city’s scene programs — many of whom end up so remarkable.

"FRUIT PLATTER" BY MARTINA CELERIN 26 Living and photographing here for 25 years, Finger has certainly found a muse in Bloomington, but not in the polished way that you might expect. His large, striking black-and-white prints capture forgotten industrial architecture and related debris encountered by poking around landmarks like the Woolery Stone Mill and Johnson’s Creamery. He seeks out ragged rubble, abandoned mechanical equipment, and peeling paint. “I’m sort of trespassing in a very benign way a lot,” Finger says of finding his subjects. “I’ll start looking closely at something that you’d normally walk past and not notice.” Finger has an old-school approach with a modern spin. He takes photos with a large-format film camera and develops MICHAEL FINGER the 4-by-5-inch negatives in a darkroom, then scans the negatives and tinkers with the digital files in Photoshop. The goal is to get the image as sharp and detailed fine art photographer as possible, he says. More than 20 of his prints documenting the once-abandoned michaelfingerphotography.squarespace.com Johnson’s Creamery site now hang in the renovated building downtown.

For her vibrant take on patterns in nature, Busey sometimes zooms way in — say, vessels and veins of plant parts — and sometimes she zooms way out, taking a bird’s-eye views of fields and streams. Each of her mesmerizing linocut prints is created using a single linoleum block which is carved away in stages. At each stage, ink is rolled onto the block and then printed on paper, meaning a piece has six to 10 meticulously planned layers of ink. “I am constantly surprised when a new color layer completely changes the effect of the image,” Busey says. “And because I use both transparent and opaque inks, I am always creating unexpected new colors that I could not have imagined myself.” The one color she won’t use? Black. “I am ELIZABETH BUSEY always trying to create some kind of depth in my work, and I find that black flattens the work. Instead I use purples for the printmaker darkest parts of the prints.”

elizabethbusey.com 27 Etienne’s pieces aren’t traditional landscape art — he depicts surreal and abstract places, after all — but you get the strange sense that each one is a snapshot of a larger world that he knows well. Etienne, who earned his bachelor of fine arts at Indiana University, says his work is guided by mystery, exploration, and discovery. “Video games had a huge influence on me when I was a kid,” Etienne says. “It was my first and most impactful introduction to imaginary worlds. I was enthralled by the bright colors and mysterious other-worldly settings. I think to this day it was the biggest influence on my desire to create my own worlds.” Etienne says the video games can be DREW ETIENNE seen in his use of vivid colors, obsessive exactness, and complex shapes made out of simple polygons. And, perhaps painter a nod to growing up in the Appalachian region and hiking, his paintings often splice digital elements like geometric drewetienne.com structures into lush forests and valleys.

Celerin’s 3D tapestries almost always elicit a closer look — she manipulates her medium, yarn, in such a fascinating way that you can’t help but be curious about how she does it. Her intricate, beautifully textured nature scenes are a medley of techniques including crochet, weaving, needle felting, and embroidery. She might use as many as 50 different yarns to create a seemingly simple blue sky, and the scenes often incorporate found objects like stones, twigs, feathers, and everyday items. “They are primarily reused and recycled materials, but it goes beyond that. Many of the materials that I incorporate into the piece have a history or story of their own,” she says. Celerin has cut a miniature pair of pants from an old pair of her son’s jeans; created the inside MARTINA CELERIN of a tree trunk with a piece of her father-in-law’s old army blanket; and yanked the wires from spiral notebooks fiber artist and wrapped them with threads to replicate tree branches. martinacelerin.com

28 Carley works in two entirely different mediums and scales — shaping metal into sculptures and glass into small beads for jewelry — and yet they’re more connected than one would think. Nature is the common thread for Carley. Colors, motifs, and forms in her surroundings drive her creative output. Take, for example, her abstract sculpture of a sandhill crane she saw perform a mournful dance after losing its partner. Or, her necklace that captures the dusty rose hues of coneflowers that have begun to turn. Both metal and glass are transformative, she says, a fact that echoes her own story as an artist. Carley worked for many years as a painter and art professor. After recovering from an illness that forced her to learn to walk all over again, she felt compelled to do something much MICHAL ANN CARLEY more physical. At her Luna Song Design studio, Carley fires up her forge, heating metal until it is red hot and workable, then metal fabricator and glass-jewelry maker hammers it into shape. “You see the marks, the traces of all that lunasongdesign.com heat, in the work,” Carley says. “There’s no illusion. It’s all there.”

Glancing at Hambly’s quilts, you might assume they’re made of cloth. But Hambly takes the traditional craft of quilting and gives it a contemporary twist by using Japanese paper that has been screen- printed by hand, often with nature-inspired patterns. Her process is much like traditional quilting — she even uses a sewing machine, a portable Singer. Straight, perfect stitches are a hallmark of her work, which is not an easy feat. Paper is much less forgiving than cloth, and a misplaced stitch is irreparable. “The stitching is like a meditative process because it has to be exactly right,” says Hambly, who earned her master of fine arts at Indiana University. Hambly encourages people to observe MARY HAMBLY her work in two ways: from far away, to take in her original patterns and the piece as a whole, and then up close to see the paper artist stitches, patterns, and textures. “I think the paper quilts are so satisfying to me because I enjoy the amount of detail that is maryhamblyart.blogspot.com involved,” she says. 29 11TH ST 11TH ST

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IU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BLOOMINGTON ENTERTAINMENT VISITOR The IU Alumni Association activates & ARTS DISTRICT IU’s powerful global network of nearly BEAD is Bloomington’s premier arts INFORMATION 600,000 IU graduates. If you’re visiting and entertainment destination located ...... IU, stop by IUAA headquarters at in the heart of downtown. Explore the the Virgil T. DeVault Alumni Center, work of artists indoors and out at our BLOOMINGTON located just across from Assembly Hall. galleries and public art spaces. Take in VISITORS CENTER Returning to Bloomington to celebrate a show at one of our theaters and live The Visitors Center is your official a milestone? Reserve an event space music venues. Choose from more than travel information source for in the DeVault Alumni Center. Virgil T. 90 downtown dining options and 100 everything from personalized DeVault Alumni Center; 1000 E. 17th St.; shopping opportunities. Stroll walking restaurant recommendations to day 812-855-4822; alumni.indiana.edu trails or picnic at one of our three parks. trip suggestions. The friendly, expert Make a weekend of it at a downtown staff is on hand to provide driving hotel or a lifetime of it at one of our IU VISITOR directions, maps, and information downtown residential neighborhoods. on all the interesting things to see, INFORMATION CENTER BEAD is a designated Indiana Cultural This is the official front door of Indiana do, and experience in and around the District by the State of Indiana and an University, located just outside the Bloomington area. Don’t forget to economic development project of the Sample Gates. Pick up a campus map, browse through the Btown Store for City of Bloomington. 812-349-3534; arrange a tour, and get all your IU- unique Bloomington souvenirs and visitbead.com related questions answered. locally-made items. 530 E. Kirkwood Ave., Suite 104; 2855 N. Walnut St.; 812-334-8900 BLOOMINGTON/MONROE 812-856-GOIU (4648); or 800-800-0037; visitbloomington.com COUNTY CONVENTION CENTER indiana.edu/~iuvis The Bloomington/Monroe County Convention Center in downtown DOWNTOWN VISITORS Bloomington offers 24,000 square feet CENTER & BCT BOX OFFICE of meeting space with 10 spacious, The Downtown Visitors Center provides private meeting rooms and banquet information on current events and KEY SITES & facilities. Centered in the heart of activities, particularly those in the Bloomington’s Historic District and downtown area and the Bloomington DISTRICTS ...... Bloomington Entertainment and Arts Entertainment & Arts District. The BCT District, the Convention Center is only Box Office offers ticketing for many local steps away from all that downtown events. Conveniently located just off the BLOOMINGTON CITY HALL Bloomington has to offer. Conveniently courthouse square, this is your one-stop Formerly the home of the Showers connected to the Courtyard by Marriott shop for information in the downtown Brothers Furniture factory, this historic hotel. Originally built in 1923, the area. 114 E. Kirkwood Ave.; building now serves as Bloomington’s building was referred to as Ford Corner. 812-323-3020; bctboxoffice.com City Hall. The lobby often showcases The Convention Center still has the local artwork. The covered parking area, charm of the past with many modern known as Showers Common, doubles updates. 302 S. College Ave.; as the home of numerous local festivals 812-336-3681; and events. 401 N. Morton St.; bloomingtonconvention.com 812-349-3400; bloomington.in.gov

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DOWNTOWN BLOOMINGTON, INC. GENERAL Downtown Bloomington, Inc. is dedicated to the promotion and support INFORMATION of Bloomington’s vibrant downtown ...... area, where shopping, restaurants, and history are the key ingredients. DBI is a BLOOMINGTON ECONOMIC certified Main Street Community, which DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION is a program of the National Trust for BEDC is the catalyst for retention, Historic Preservation. 812-336-3681; development, and attraction of quality downtownbloomington.com jobs in Bloomington/Monroe County. INDIANAPOLIS BEDC focuses on connecting talent, employers, organizations, and startups MONROE COUNTY COURTHOUSE through strategic partnerships and Located in the center of the downtown BLOOMINGTON economic development assistance square, this majestic 1907 limestone programs, and by hosting the 46 building is typical of early Monroe Bloomington Life Sciences and County architecture. This beautiful Bloomington Technology Partnerships, facility was renovated in 2012 to initiatives that foster the growth of highlight and enhance many of the these industries. original design elements of the building. 1720 N. Kinser Pike, Suite 001; It serves as the home of Monroe County 812-335-7346; comparebloomington.us Government. Self-guided tours are 69 available at the entrance. 100 W. 5th St.; GETTING HERE co.monroe.in.us POPULATION DEMOGRAPHICS Bloomington is located in the (ESTIMATED) Monroe County is home to just over heart of the Midwest, in one of SELF-GUIDED WALKING TOURS 141,000 people. Nearly 82,000 of them the region’s most picturesque More than a dozen self-guided tours reside within the City of Bloomington, are available to help you explore the areas. Just 45 minutes south including 42,000 IU students during the area. Discover the secrets of the county of Indianapolis, two hours school year. Nearby Ellettsville boasts courthouse, explore Hoagy Carmichael’s from Louisville, and four hours over 6,500 residents. The median age of favorite hangouts, or stroll through the the county’s residents is 28.1 years and from Chicago, Bloomington is Vinegar Hill Limestone Historic District the population is highly educated with conveniently located within a among homes that once belonged almost 43% having a bachelor degree day’s drive of over half of the to limestone carvers and IU faculty. or higher. U.S. population, making it a Available at the Monroe County History convenient place to visit. Center and the Bloomington Three major roads provide Visitors Center. PARKING easy access: Indiana State Road Several lots and garages are located throughout the city and spaces are 37 runs north-south providing available for a nominal fee. Metered a direct route to Indianapolis in parking is available throughout the the north, I-69 provides access downtown area. Visitor parking is from southwestern Indiana, available in select lots on the IU campus, and Indiana State Road 46 and daily IU parking passes can be runs east-west across the purchased at the Bloomington Visitors Center, which are valid in all lots. entire state. No matter where Look for signs to direct you or see the you’re coming from, you’ll find transportation page on Bloomington easily accessible. visitbloomington.com for details.

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LIQUOR LAWS The minimum drinking age in Indiana is 21. Alcohol may be sold in licensed establishments from 9 am to 3 am, Monday through Saturday, and from 11 am to 3 am on Sunday. Indiana law prohibits the sale of packaged liquor on Sundays unless purchased directly from a local winery or brewery. Open containers are not allowed in vehicles at any time.

SMOKING ORDINANCE The city’s smoking ordinance prohibits smoking in all public spaces, including restaurants, bars, and outdoor seating areas. The ordinance is designed to protect the public health and welfare of the community and its visitors from the hazards induced by breathing secondhand smoke. For more information, visit smokefreebloomington.org.

TRANSPORTATION ......

Local Bus Services: BLOOMINGTON TRANSIT Bloomington’s public transportation system provides several convenient bus routes to take you throughout the city of Bloomington. Cash fares are one dollar per person. The main bus terminal is located at the corner of Walnut and Third Streets. 812-336-7433; bloomingtontransit.com

IU CAMPUS BUS Indiana University’s Campus Bus Service provides free transportation around the IU campus. 812-855-8384; iubus.indiana.edu

37 Local Taxi Services: E2 TAXI 812-961-TAXI (8294); e2taxi.com

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UBER IVY TECH CAMPUS uber.com EDUCATION NEIGHBORING Regional Bus Service: Bloomington and Monroe County boast GO EXPRESS TRAVEL several high-quality public education TOWNS IN Weekday service to downtown Indy facilities as well as several private for just $10. Daily shuttle service to schools. For a complete list of schools, MONROE and from the Indianapolis Airport and contact the school corporations or the COUNTY weekend service to the Chicago area, Bloomington Visitors Center. Contact the Bloomington Visitors plus charter bus and sedan service...... Center at 800-800-0037 for driving 3200 Venture Blvd.; 812-332-6004; directions or more information on these goexpresstravel.com and other nearby communities. MONROE COUNTY ...... COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION 315 E. North Dr.; 812-330-7700; TOWN OF ELLETTSVILLE MOVING TO mccsc.edu Just seven miles west of Bloomington, Ellettsville is known for a hometown BLOOMINGTON? atmosphere and as a center of the ...... RICHLAND-BEAN BLOSSOM local limestone industry. There you’ll COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORP. find unique restaurants and shopping, 600 S. Edgewood Dr., Ellettsville; and special events including the CHOOSING A HOME 812-876-7100; rbbcsc.k12.in.us Each neighborhood has its own distinct Indiana Limestone Symposium each personality, friendly faces, and local June, the Monroe County Fall Festival flavor. Check out the local Board of INDIANA UNIVERSITY in September, and the Hilly Hundred Realtors website at homefinder.org for ADMISSIONS OFFICE Bicycle Tour in October. Chamber of Commerce; current home listings. 300 N. Jordan Ave.; 812-855-0661 812-876-6611; ellettsvillechamber.org or 812-855-4848; admissions.indiana.edu BLOOMINGTON NEWCOMERS CLUB HARRODSBURG Founded to give new residents an IVY TECH Just 12 miles south of Bloomington, near Monroe Lake, is the town of opportunity to meet others who are COMMUNITY COLLEGE Harrodsburg. First established in 1837, also new to town, the Newcomers 200 Daniels Way; 812-332-1559; this small town is host to the Heritage Club encourages members to learn ivytech.edu/bloomington more about the area through meetings Days Festival in late October. and a variety of interest groups. bloomingtonnewcomers.org STINESVILLE STINESVILLE Incorporated in 1855, this quaint 46 small town is 11 miles northwest of CFC PROPERTIES 37 Diverse and outstanding Bloomington. It was once at the center ELLETTSVILLE apartment communities throughout of a thriving Indiana limestone industry, evidence of which can still be seen as the Bloomington area. 45 320 W. 8th St., Suite 200; 812-332-0053; you drive along the curvy country roads cfcproperties.com around town. Plan a visit during the Stone Quarry Festival in late September. BLOOMINGTON 48 46 STERLING REAL ESTATE Sterling RE offers experience, SMITHVILLE 45 446 professionalism, and dedication 37 Also in the southern part of the county to helping you find housing in is the town of Smithville. This little town SMITHVILLE is close to Monroe Lake, and a great Bloomington. INTERSTATE 509 E. Hillside Dr., Suite 101; 69 stopping point on the way to Fairfax 812-333-1966; trishsterling.com SRA, especially on Saturdays in warmer months when they have their weekly HARRODSBURG farmers’ market.

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Try Ivy Tech while you’re a student at IUB. Ivy Tech Community College offers more than 200 courses that transfer to IU Visit for more new art, Bloomington, and more than 1,700 IU more often than any other students take courses at Ivy Tech. downtown gallery space. ivytech.edu/guest 122 S. Walnut Street M-F (9-7) Sat (9-5) ivytech.edu/waldron

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This is a community of big ideas, and many of those ideas manifest themselves BLOOMINGTON COMMUNITY into big events. From January through December, you can laugh, dance, FARMERS’ MARKET become inspired, and mostly just have a good time with friends and family. Fresh, healthy farm products for sale by local growers and farmers. Every Here’s a little sample of what’s happening, just to get you started. Log on to Saturday morning, April-November; visitbloomington.com or call 800-800-0037 for a more complete listing of Showers Common; upcoming events. bloomington.in.gov/farmersmarket

DOWNTOWN FIRST FRIDAYS LOCAL ARTISTS SHOWCASE ART & SOUL JURIED ART SHOW Special receptions, open houses, More than 65 artists display their Juried art show featuring works inspired and deals. First Friday of each month; works in one location. February 20; by the spirit of Bloomington. downtown Bloomington Bloomington Convention Center; April 2-30; The Venue Fine Arts & Gifts; magbloom.com thevenuebloomington.com EAGLE WATCH WEEKEND Learn about the majestic eagle through INDIANA HERITAGE QUILT SHOW BLOOMINGTON CRAFT education and sightings. Annual event with over 200 quilts on BEER FESTIVAL January 29-31; Fourwinds Lakeside Inn display, workshops, and community Sample craft brews from around Indiana & Marina; eaglesatlakemonroe.com exhibits. March 3-5; Bloomington and the Midwest. April 9; Woolery Mill; Convention Center; ihqs.org brewersofindianaguild.com PRIDE FILM FESTIVAL PRIDE is Bloomington’s cinematic BLOOMINGTON COMMUNITY FARMERS' MARKET celebration of LGBTQ arts and culture. January 28-30; Buskirk-Chumley Theater; bloomingtonpride.org

GALLERY WALK Gallery Walks are festive evenings of new fine arts exhibits open to the public. First Friday of every month; downtown art galleries (see arts and entertainment section for locations); gallerywalkbloomington.com

RAAS ROYALTY National dance competition showcasing a vibrant, West-Indian style of dance. March 4-5; IU Auditorium; raasroyalty.com

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HOOSIER HALF MARATHON Half marathon and 5K through campus and Bloomington, benefitting charitable organizations. April 9; IU Alumni Center (Headquarters); hoosierhalf.com

LITTLE 500 WEEKEND An IU tradition and highly competitive bicycle race between student groups. April 15-16; IU Armstrong Stadium; iusf.indiana.edu

SMITHVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET Produce and products sold directly by local growers and producers. Every Saturday morning; May-September; Smithville Park Shelter House, Smithville INDIANA LIMESTONE SYMPOSIUM BLOOMINGTON BLUES & BOOGIE Limestone sculpting courses led by WOOGIE PIANO FESTIVAL HARRODSBURG HERITAGE expert instructors. Beginners welcome! Performances by some of the best DAYS FESTIVAL June 5-25; Bybee Stone, Ellettsville; pianists in the country. August 14; Enjoy food, music, and community limestonesymposium.org Ivy Tech John Waldron Arts Center, at this two-day festival. May 20-21; craigbrenner.com Harrodsburg Community Center, Harrodsburg; USA INTERNATIONAL HARP harrodsburgheritagedays.org COMPETITION HILLBILLY HAIKU AMERICANA Triannual competition featuring the MUSIC SERIES best young harpists from around the Upland’s annual Americana Music LIMESTONE MONTH world. June 8-18; IU Jacobs School of Festival at the Brew Pub on 11th St. Late Special events and programs to Music; usaihc.org Summer; Upland Brewing Company; celebrate the local limestone industry. uplandbeer.com The month of June; multiple venues in Monroe and Lawrence counties; ARTS FAIR ON THE SQUARE limestonemonth.com Featuring a variety of art including BLOOMINGTON PRIDE painting, photography, jewelry, and SUMMERFEST more. June 18; downtown square; LIMESTONE COMEDY FESTIVAL Free all-ages festival celebrating our artsfair.org sparkling LGBTQ community. A three-day festival featuring nationally Late August; Fourth St. & College Ave.; known headliners and up-and-coming bloomingtonpride.org comedians. June 2-4; multiple venues in TASTE OF BLOOMINGTON downtown Bloomington; Over 40 restaurants to sample, plus limestonefest.com live music and kids’ activities. 4TH STREET FESTIVAL OF THE June 18; Showers Common; ARTS & CRAFTS tasteofbloomington.com BLOOMINGTON OPEN A show of nationally and regionally recognized visual artists in downtown STUDIO TOURS Bloomington. September 3-4; Fourth & A weekend tour of over 40 local FOURTH OF JULY PARADE Grant Streets; 4thstreet.org visual artists’ workspaces. June 4-5; Enjoy this classic parade of floats, Studios and art spaces throughout trucks, and characters. Bloomington and Monroe County; July 4; downtown square; BLOOMINGTON GARLICFEST & bloomingtonopenstudiostour.com downtownbloomington.com COMMUNITY ART FAIR Local artists, live music, kid zone, IU SUMMER THEATRE MONROE COUNTY FAIR plus food and beer. September 3-4; The summer theatre featuring Livestock, midway rides, races, Waldron, Hill and Buskirk Park; professionals working alongside IU pageants, crafts, and fair food. bloomingtongarlicfestival.com Theatre students. June-August; IU Lee July 23-30; Monroe County Fairgrounds; Norvelle Theatre and Drama Center; monroecountyfairgrounds.net SOUTH CENTRAL INDIANA theatre.indiana.edu KIWANIS BALLOON FESTIVAL MIDDLE COAST FILM FESTIVAL Family-friendly event with hot-air IU SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL Interactive film festival screening balloons, live music, and more! Enjoy a variety of performances all features, short films, webisodes, and September 9-11; Monroe County summer long from IU faculty and guest music videos. July 29-31; Buskirk- Fairgrounds; indianaballoonfest.com artists. June-August; IU Jacobs School Chumley Theater; middlecoastfest.com of Music; music.indiana.edu/summer MONROE COUNTY FALL FESTIVAL Parade, music, craft vendors, food, and kids’ activities. September 15-17; Marci Jane Lewis Park, Ellettsville; monroecountyfallfestival.org 43

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CATCH THE EXCITEMENT OF NCAA ATHLETICS ALL YEAR LONG! TICKETS AND SCHEDULES AT IUHOOSIERS.COM CANOPY OF LIGHTS HARVEST WINE FESTIVAL Wine, music, food trucks, and more. Late September; 7508 N. Woodall Rd., at Creekbend Vineyard; oliverwinery.com/harvestwinefestival

LOTUS WORLD MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL Music from around the world, visual arts, and more. September 15-18; multiple downtown venues; IU HOMECOMING CANOPY OF LIGHTS lotusfest.org Homecoming is the perfect time to Celebrate the season as Santa reconnect with friends and rediscover turns on the twinkle lights! STINESVILLE STONE IU. October 14-16; multiple venues; November 25; downtown square; alumni.indiana.edu QUARRY FESTIVAL downtownbloomington.com Music, craft vendors, food, and family- friendly activities. September 22-24; BLOOMINGTON HANDMADE HOLIDAY MARKET Stinesville, IN MARKET Local farm products, artwork by local Juried arts and crafts show featuring a artists, reindeer, and live music. GREAT GLASS PUMPKIN PATCH variety of contemporary artisans. November 26; City Hall; Pick a handmade blown-glass November 12; Bloomington bloomington.in.gov/holidaymarket pumpkin from this magical pumpkin Convention Center; bloomingtonhandmademarket.com patch. October 15; courthouse lawn; CARDINAL STAGE COMPANY’S bloomingtoncreativeglasscenter.org HOLIDAY SHOW ARTISAN GUILDS OF Enjoy a family-friendly musical HILLY HUNDRED BICYCLE TOUR BLOOMINGTON HOLIDAY SHOW production over the holiday break. 100-mile bicycle tour through the An artisan show featuring local artists in December 20-January 3; Buskirk- beautiful, hilly landscape of the area. glass, clay, and fiber media. Chumley Theater; cardinalstage.com October 21-23; throughout the area; November 4-5; Bloomington ...... hillyhundred.org Convention Center; Check visitbloomington.com for facebook.com/artisanguilds up-to-date information on festivals & events.

IU FAMILY The Indiana University Alumni Association welcomes you home to Bloomington! Visit us at the Virgil T. DeVault Alumni Center, located across from Assembly Hall. Or, if you’re returning to celebrate a milestone, event space is available in our beautiful facility.

IU was my home. I spent a decade here. My time in Bloomington made me the person I am today. Coming back to campus now with my kids – they feel the “ love that IU’s given back to me.” SHONTRAI IRVING, BA’97, MA/JD’03 ATTORNEY / FOSTER PARENT / IUAA MEMBER ALUMNI.IU.EDU

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RELISH

Everyone likes a good souvenir, but your friends will be positively ecstatic when CACTUS FLOWER you bring home a gift from these locally-owned shops. And no one would blame Contemporary, trendy fashion and you if you picked up a little something for yourself too. accessories along with a curated vintage selection. 322 W. Kirkwood Ave., Suite 101; ANGLES CAFÉ GIFT SHOP BTOWN STORE 812-333-8279; Unique objects d’art such as home Locally made items plus unique cactusflowerclothing.com décor, jewelry, accessories, and Bloomington and IU-related souvenirs. educational items. Inside the IU Art Inside the Bloomington Visitors Center; Museum; 1133 E. 7th St.; 812-855-4337; 2855 N. Walnut St.; 812-334-8900 GATHER :HANDMADE artmuseum.indiana.edu SHOPPE & CO: Modern handmade gifts & items in BLOOMINGFOODS MARKET & DELI downtown Bloomington, featuring BLOOMINGTON ANTIQUE MALL Local co-op with healthy, high-quality, contemporary handmade art and craft. The historic Bloomington Antique sustainable, and environmentally sound 101 W. Kirkwood Ave., Suite 112; Mall in downtown Bloomington. products. 3220 E. 3rd St., 812-336-5400; 812-785-1480; gathershoppe.com Reuse, Repurpose, Recycle! 316 W. 6th St., 812-333-7312; 311 W. 7th St.; 812-323-7676; 614 E. 2nd St., 812-822-0235; bloomingtonantiquemall.com Ivy Tech - 200 Daniels Way, GOODS FOR COOKS 812-822-0143; bloomingfoods.coop Thousands of kitchen and food items from local to global. 115 N. College Ave.; 812-339-2200; goodsforcooks.com

THE GREEN NURSERY Specializing in healthy, eco-friendly products for babies, toddlers, and their parents. 101 W. Kirkwood Ave., Suite 107; 812-339-5090; thegreennursery.com

JL WATERS - ADVENTURE OUTFITTERS Outfitting adventurers with gear from Patagonia, The North Face, Mountain Hardware, and others. 109 N. College Ave.; 812-334-1845; jlwaters.com

O’CHILD BOUTIQUE Specializing in high-quality, hard-to-find children's apparel and JL WATERS gifts newborn to age eight. 101 W. Kirkwood Ave., Suite 108; 812-334-9005; ochildboutique.com 46 VISITBLOOMINGTON.COM PIACÉ BOUTIQUE WILLOW AND ROSE BOUTIQUE WALNUT PARK & Modern, affordable, and fashion- Comfortable and stylish clothing for WALNUT STATION forward women’s clothing, jewelry, and women of all ages. Walnut St. and accessories boutique. 101 W. Kirkwood Ave., Suite 124; Country Club Rd. 120 E. Kirkwood Ave.; 812-287-8739; 812-330-3527; pbclothing.com willowandroseboutique.com WHITEHALL PLAZA & WHITEHALL CROSSING REBECCA AND ME 3rd St. and Highway 37 Clothing, accessories, greeting cards, YARNS UNLIMITED mixology of HOME: BODY: and SOUL. Featuring BloomingYarns, local 333 S. Lincoln St.; 812-334-7878 and exclusive, and other fine yarns and supplies. 115 S. Walnut St., Suite A; 812-334-2464; RELISH yarnsunlimited.com SERVICES Contemporary furniture, lighting, and ...... art objects as well as women’s apparel. 204 N. Morton St.; 812-333-2773; INBLOOM PHOTOGRAPHY relishbloomington.com Inbloom Photography offers modern SHOPPING wedding photography and family SEAVIEW OUTFITTERS CENTERS portrait sessions. 812-296-8695; Patagonia, Vineyard Vines, Kuhl, Oakley, ...... Ray Ban, Yeti, GoPro, & more. inbloomphoto.com 114 N. Walnut St.; 812-387-8564; seaviewoutfitters.com COLLEGE MALL & EASTLAND PLAZA THE TAILORED FIT 3rd St. and College Mall Rd. Because we know one size fits no one! TEXTILLERY WEAVERS 512 W. 4th St.; 812-323-2665; Textillery overstock and discontinued thetailoredfit.com hand-woven throws - woven here FOUNTAIN SQUARE MALL in Bloomington. Unique-to-Bloomington, offering a 1300 N. Loesch Rd.; one-of-a-kind shopping experience. 812-334-1555 or 800-223-7673; 101 W. Kirkwood Ave.; textillery.com 812-332-0053; fountainsquaremall.com

Celebrating ten years of offering unique objets d’art

anglesIU Art Museum CAFE & GIFT SHOP 1133 E. 7th St. artmuseum.iu.edu Open seven days a week GRIFFY LAKE NATURE PRESERVE

OUTDOORS & RECREATION

The rolling hills, dense tree canopy, and limestone outcroppings are fundamental parts of the culture of this community. Dreams blossom among the FORESTS & towering tulip trees and spirits are rejuvenated on the waters of Monroe Lake. WILDERNESS But life is about balance: it’s not all meditations in nature, it’s also action. Bike the trails, take a few swings on the golf course, or cheer for the Hoosiers during a AREAS home game (a participatory activity, to be sure)......

BEANBLOSSOM BOTTOMS A bottomland hardwood forest with LAKES MARINAS & unusual species; great for bird watching...... Accessible from Bottom Rd. & Woodall Rd.; BOAT RENTALS 812-336-5382; nature.org/indiana ...... GRIFFY LAKE NATURE PRESERVE CEDAR BLUFF 109-acre lake and over 10 miles of natural GRIFFY LAKE BOATHOUSE Rent canoes, kayaks, and rowboats. NATURE PRESERVE trail. No swimming. Non-motorized boats Challenging terrain and scenic views make or electric trolling motors only. Ramp available for privately owned non- motorized boats. No swimming. it a Hoosier favorite. Just off Ketcham Rd.; 3300 N. Headley Rd.; 812-349-3732; 317-951-8818; nature.org/indiana bloomington.in.gov/griffylake 3300 N. Headley Rd.; 812-349-3732; bloomington.in.gov/griffylake CHARLES C. DEAM LAKE LEMON WILDERNESS AREA 1,650-acre lake with marina, boat ramp, PARADISE BOAT RENTAL The boat you need to complete your 13,000-acre protected wilderness area for and swimming beach. 10 miles east of camping and hiking in solitude. Accessible Bloomington on State Rd. 45 North, family “staycation.” At Fourwinds Lakeside Inn & Marina; 800-824-BOAT(2628); from State Rd. 446; 812-275-5987; 7599 N. Tunnel Rd.; 812-334-0233; www.fs.fed.us/r9/hoosier lakelemon.org fourwindslakeside.com

HOOSIER NATIONAL FOREST MONROE LAKE LAKE MONROE BOAT RENTAL Pontoons/slides, ski boats, jet skis, 202,000 acres with miles of trails for 10,750-acre lake with boating, swimming, hiking, biking, camping, and more. hiking, camping, hunting, and fishing, plus fishing boats, canoes, kayaks, and SUPs. Paynetown State Recreation Area; Access from State Rd. 446; 812-275-5987; programs and special events. www.fs.usda.gov/hoosier Monroe Lake Office: 4850 S. State Rd. 446; 812-837-9909; lakemonroeboatrental.com 812-837-9546; Paynetown Activity Center & Naturalist’s MONROE LAKE Office: 812-837-9967; in.gov/dnr/parklake/2954.htm facebook.com/monroelake

50 LEONARD SPRINGS NATURE PARK 95.5-acre park with caves (no admission), springs, wetland, and one-mile loop trail. 4685 S. Leonard Springs Rd.; 812-349-3700

MORGAN-MONROE STATE FOREST 24,000-acre forest with camping, hunting, and three lakes for fishing. WAPEHANI MOUNTAIN BIKE PARK 6220 Forest Rd.; 765-342-4026; in.gov/dnr

YELLOWWOOD BIRDING HUNTING STATE FOREST ...... & FISHING Features a 133-acre lake, fishing, hiking, For specific information on areas that camping, and hunting. MUSCATATUCK NATIONAL are available to the public for hunting 772 Yellowwood Lake Rd.; WILDLIFE REFUGE 812-988-7945; in.gov/dnr and fishing in the Bloomington area, The restle unit is a 78-acre refuge with please contact the Bloomington great bird watching. Accessible from Bottom Rd. & Woodall Rd.; 812-522-4352; Visitors Center at 800-800-0037. fws.gov/refuge/muscatatuck For current state regulations on hunting and fishing, see the Indiana Department of Natural Resources STILLWATER-NORTH FORK WATERFOWL RESTING AREA website at in.gov/dnr. Great bird watching in Monroe Lake area...... Just east of Bloomington off State Rd. 46; 812-349-2800; in.gov/dnr

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CAMPGROUNDS TOURS & PARKS & ...... OUTFITTERS RECREATION ...... JELLYSTONE PARK DEPARTMENTS AT LAKE MONROE ...... A family-oriented resort with RV camping, BLUESPRING CAVERNS PARK cabins, water zone, pools, and activities. Explore the heart of our natural underground world by boat. CITY OF BLOOMINGTON 9396 S. Strain Ridge Rd.; 812-824-3322; Offering a wide variety of parks, recreation lakemonroejellystone.com 1459 Blue Spring Caverns Rd.; 812-279-9471; bluespringcaverns.com facilities, trails, and programs. Call for a complete schedule. HARDIN RIDGE STATE Offices: 401 N. Morton St., Suite 250; RECREATION AREA INDIGO BIRDING TOURS 812-349-3700; bloomington.in.gov/parks Boat ramp, RV and primitive camping, Customized tours to the beautiful natural hiking, beach, and shower facilities. areas in south-central Indiana. 812-679-8978; indigobirding.com MONROE COUNTY 6464 Hardin Ridge Rd.; 812-837-9453; Providing several parks, trails, and unique recreation.gov recreation facilities. IU OUTDOOR ADVENTURES Offices: 501 N. Morton St., Suite 100; HOOSIER NATIONAL FOREST IUOA is Indiana’s comprehensive outdoor 812-349-2800; mcparksandrec.org Primitive camping throughout the forest, equipment outfitter and trip provider. plus limited RV camping. Accessible from 1900 E. Tenth St., State Rd. 446; 812-275-5987; Eigenmann Hall, Room 020; www.fs.usda.gov/hoosier 812-855-2231; imu.indiana.edu/iuoa

LAKE MONROE VILLAGE NATURAL BLOOMINGTON RV hookups, cabins, and resort amenities Sharing Southern Indiana’s natural beauty for the whole family. 8107 S. Fairfax Rd.; through image, prose, and ecotourism. 812-824-CAMP(2267); 812-929-2430; naturalbloomington.com lakemonroevillage.com

PAYNETOWN STATE RECREATION AREA Boat ramp, RV and primitive camping, hiking, beach, marina, and shower facilities. 4850 State Rd. 446; 812-837-9490 or 812-837-9546; indiana.reserveworld.com

52 ASSEMBLY HALL BIKING & WALKING TRAILS ......

B-LINE TRAIL 3.1-mile paved trail through downtown Bloomington; no motorized vehicles. Downtown Bloomington; 812-349-3700; bloomington.in.gov/parks

BLOOMINGTON RAIL TRAIL 2-mile gravel trail with multiple trailheads; no motorized vehicles. Trailheads at W. Country Club Rd. and Church Ln.; 812-349-3700; bloomington.in.gov/parks

CLEAR CREEK TRAIL 2.4-mile paved trail with multiple trailheads; no motorized vehicles. Trailhead at W. Country Club Rd.; 812-349-3700; bloomington.in.gov/parks

WAPEHANI MOUNTAIN BIKE PARK Nearly 10 miles of trails. Sign the waiver before riding. 2800 W. Wapehani Rd.; 812-349-3736; bloomington.in.gov/parks

SPORTS & RECREATION ......

IU Sports Facilities: INDIANA UNIVERSITY ATHLETICS The best athletic competitions in central Indiana. Check the calendar or website for current schedules. 866-IU-SPORTS (487-7678); IUHoosiers.com

ASSEMBLY HALL & COOK HALL Headquarters for the men’s and women’s basketball teams year round. 1001 E. 17th St.

BILL ARMSTRONG STADIUM Home of Indiana soccer and the famous Little 500 bike race. 1606 N. Fee Ln.

HAUGH TRACK & FIELD COMPLEX One of the country’s finest outdoor track and field facilities. 1606 N. Fee Ln.

MEMORIAL STADIUM The home of IU Football and birthplace for Indiana traditions. 1001 E. 17th St.

53 STUDENT RECREATIONAL TWIN LAKES SPORTS CENTER RECREATION CENTER Strength and cardio areas, Olympic pool, Sports, recreation, and fitness facility for multiple courts, track, and group exercise members and day users. spaces. Guest passes available. 1700 W. Bloomfield Rd.; 812-349-3720; 1601 Law Ln.; 812-855-7772; bloomington.in.gov/TLRC iurecsports.org UPPER CASCADES SKATE PARK TENNIS CENTER Concrete ramps, rails, and other terrain for Indoor tennis membership facility serving use by skateboards and in-line skaters. students, faculty, and staff. 2602 N. Kinser Pike, south of Cascades 1833 N. Fee Ln., North of Assembly Hall; Golf Course; 812-349-3712; 812-855-5750; bloomington.in.gov/parks indiana.edu/~tnscntr

WILDERMUTH INTRAMURAL CENTER GOLF Strength and cardio areas, Olympic pool, multiple courts, track, and group exercise ...... spaces. Guest passes available. 1025 E. 7th St.; 812-855-5222; CASCADES GOLF COURSE iurecsports.org A 27-hole course that’s fun, fair, and fast to play. 3550 N. Kinser Pike; 812-349-3764; bloomington.in.gov/cascades Community Recreation Facilities: FRANK SOUTHERN ICE ARENA Open October through March with public EAGLE POINTE GOLF RESORT skating daily. Admission charged. Combining food, family, friends, and fun. CASCADES GOLF COURSE 2100 S. Henderson St.; 812-349-3741; Play. Dine. Stay. 2250 E. Pointe Rd.; bloomington.in.gov/parks 812-824-4040; eaglepointe.com

CLEAR CREEK TRAIL

54 INDIANA UNIVERSITY JELLYSTONE PARK AT GOLF COURSE LAKE MONROE Challenging 18-hole course for all levels. New water zone with slides and sprays, Open to the public year round. plus swimming pools. 1350 45/46 Bypass; 812-855-7543; 9396 S. Strain Ridge Rd.; 812-824-3322; golfiu.com lakemonroejellystone.com

TAYLORS’ PAR 3 KARST FARM PARK SPLASH PAD Our family-owned course welcomes all Zero-depth water features that are fun ages and skill levels. 4975 N. State Rd. 37 for the entire family. Free! Business; 812-330-8611; taylorspar3.com 2450 S. Endwright Rd.; 812-349-2800; mcparksandrec.org

SWIMMING & MILLS POOL Activity pool for small children, water WATER PARKS basketball, and waterslide...... 1100 W. 14th St.;812-349-3741; bloomington.in.gov/parks BRYAN PARK POOL Pool and waterslides open Memorial Day SWIMMING BEACHES through Labor Day. See lake listings for directions 1020 S. Woodlawn Ave.; 812-349-3780; Monroe Lake: Paynetown SRA, Fairfax SRA bloomington.in.gov/parks and Hardin Ridge Recreation Area Lake Lemon: Riddle Point Park IU OUTDOOR POOL Ten-lane, Olympic-size pool, separate diving well, instructional pool. 1833 N. Fee Ln.; 812-855-9584; indiana.edu/~iuop KARST FARM PARK SPLASH PAD

55 BUSKIRK-CHUMLEY THEATER [MICHAEL LAFLEUR PHOTOGRAPHY]

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Some people like quiet museums filled with artifacts and high-end art. Some HOAGY CARMICHAEL ROOM people like dancing in the aisles at concerts. Some people like laughing along The room displays highlights from with a hundred other people at the theater. All of these people like Bloomington, the archives’ extensive Carmichael collection. Archives of Traditional Music, because there are opportunities to do all of these things and more, every night Morrison Hall, Room 006; 812-855-4679; of the week. dlib.indiana.edu/collections/hoagy HILLTOP GARDEN & MUSEUMS & NATURE CENTER INDIANA GEOLOGICAL Tour the demonstration gardens for SURVEY (IGS) HISTORIC SITES inspiration. 2367 E. 10th St.; Self-guided tours of Indiana’s leading ...... 812-855-8808; indiana.edu/~hilltop geologic research facility are available. 611 N. Walnut Grove Ave.; BLACK FILM CENTER/ARCHIVE 812-855-7636; igs.indiana.edu Since 1981, dedicated to preserving HINKLE-GARTON FARMSTEAD COMMUNITY HISTORIC SITE and promoting black film traditions. IU ARCHIVES Appointments preferred. Wells Library, Buildings, grounds, gardens, museum; The largest source on the history and Room 044; 812-855-6041; 11 acres of history and community. culture of IU. Inside the Herman B Wells indiana.edu/~bfca 2920 E. 10th St.; 812-336-0909; bloomingtonrestorations.org Library, Room E460; 812-855-1127; libraries.iub.edu/archives FARMER HOUSE MUSEUM Historical museum seeking to preserve and interpret family life in Monroe County. 529 N. College Ave.; 812-336-5597; farmerhousemuseum.wix.com/homepage

GLENN A. BLACK LABORATORY OF ARCHAEOLOGY Discovering and celebrating the people of Indiana’s past. 423 N. Fess St.; 812-855-9544; gbl.indiana.edu

GRUNWALD GALLERY OF ART Presenting contemporary art by student, faculty, and professional artists. Studio Art Department; Henry Radford Hope School of Fine Art; 1201 E. 7th St.; 812-855-8490; indiana.edu/~grunwald

WONDERLAB 56 VISITBLOOMINGTON.COM INDIANA UNIVERSITY ART MUSEUM Art from across the ages, for all ages, at the IU Art Museum. 1133 E. 7th St.; 812-855-5445; artmuseum.iu.edu

THE KINSEY INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH IN SEX, GENDER, AND REPRODUCTION Visit the gallery to see exhibitions showcasing a unique collection! Morrison Hall, 1165 E. 3rd St., Room 313; 812-855-7686; kinseyinstitute.org

LILLY LIBRARY IU’s world-class rare books, manuscripts, and special WYLIE HOUSE collections library. 1200 E. 7th St.; 812-855-2452; indiana.edu/~liblilly MONROE COUNTY WONDERLAB HISTORY CENTER Award-winning science fun, gift shop, Local history museum and research and garden. Also available for private MATHERS MUSEUM library “where the past and present events. 308 W. 4th St.; OF WORLD CULTURES meet.” 202 E. 6th St.; 812-337-1337; wonderlab.org Family-friendly exhibits and programs 812-332-2517; monroehistory.org from around the world. WYLIE HOUSE MUSEUM 416 N. Indiana Ave.; Historic 1835 home of the first 812-855-MUSE (6873); ROSE HILL CEMETERY president of Indiana University. mathers.indiana.edu The historic Rose Hill Cemetery was 307 E. 2nd St.; 812-855-6224; established around 1820. libraries.indiana.edu/wylie-house-museum 930 W. 4th St.; 812-349-3498; bloomington.in.gov/parks ART • SCIENCE • HISTORY • SEX

IU ART MUSEUM MONROE CO. HISTORY CENTER WYLIE HOUSE MUSEUM MATHERS MUSEUM BLOOMINGTON MUSEUMS WE HAVE WHAT INTERESTS YOU.

GLENN BLACK LABORATORY THE KINSEY INSTITUTE IU ARCHIVES GRUNWALD GALLERY OF ART Some museums For more information about these & other museums in Tag your have specialty photos with gift shops! Bloomington please go to visitbloomington.com/museums #btownmuseums

57 ART. MUSIC. FOOD. BLOOMINGTON.

visitbead.com

Bloomington’s Premier Theater Company Offering live performances in the heart of downtown Bloomington.

Tickets & Info cardinalstage.org 813.336.9300

58 BUDDHIST MONASTERIES CULTURAL Buddhist monasteries with many religious, cultural, and educational RESOURCES programs. Visitors welcome! ...... Dagom Gaden Tensung Ling Monastery: 102 Clubhouse Dr. (next to ASIAN CULTURE CENTER Lower Cascades Park); 812-339-0857; The Asian Culture Center is a place dgtlmonastery.org where you can study, get involved, and Gaden KhachoeShing Monastery: find support. 807 E. 10th St.; 2150 E. Dolan Rd.; 812-334-3456; 812-856-5361; indiana.edu/~acc ganden.org

EL CENTRO COMUNAL LATINO GLBT STUDENT (LATINO COMMUNITY CENTER) SUPPORT SERVICES Providing resources and an accessible Providing information and support on a NEAL-MARSHALL BLACK CULTURE CENTER and safe place for all Latinos. 303 host of GLBT issues. 705 E. 7th St.; E. Kirkwood Ave., Room 200, in the 812-855-4252; glbt.indiana.edu Monroe County Library; 812-355-7513; elcentrocomunal.com NEAL-MARSHALL BLACK HELENE G. SIMON HILLEL CENTER CULTURE CENTER Center for Jewish life and “home away Connecting IU to black culture and FIRST NATIONS EDUCATION from home” for IU students. supporting recruitment and retention of & CULTURAL CENTER 730 E. Third St.; 812-336-3824; black students. 275 N. Jordan Ave.; Building community, academic iuhillel.org 812-855-9271; nmbcc.indiana.edu achievement, and cultural preservation. All backgrounds welcome! Weatherly LA CASA LATINO Hall, 712 E. 8th St., Room 203; CULTURAL CENTER TIBETAN MONGOLIAN BUDDHIST 812-855-4814; indiana.edu/~fnecc Provides academic, personal, and CULTURAL CENTER cultural support through services Visitors are welcome to tour the and programs. grounds and join in Buddhist teachings. 715 E. 7th St.; 812-855-0174; 3655 S. Snoddy Rd.; 812-336-6807; indiana.edu/~lacasa tmbcc.org

Every time you come to the theatre, you enter another world...

THEATRE

New and Classic Plays, Contemporary Dance, and Musicals straight from the Broadway stage. theatre.indiana.edu 59 IVY TECH JOHN WALDRON ARTS CENTER

IVY TECH JOHN WALDRON ART GALLERIES ARTS CENTER PERFORMANCE ...... Five contemporary art galleries in a historic Beaux Arts setting. New art ART ...... BLOOMINGTON/MONROE every month. 122 S. Walnut St.; COUNTY CONVENTION CENTER 812-330-4400; ivytech.edu/waldron This exciting gallery space features the AFRICAN AMERICAN work of artists from Monroe County. ARTS INSTITUTE PICTURA GALLERY Preserving African American culture 302 S. College Ave.; 812-336-3681; A fine art photography gallery selling through artistic expression. bloomingtonconvention.com works from contemporary artists. Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center, 122 W. 6th St.; 812-336-0000; 275 N. Jordan Ave., Suite 310; picturagallery.com BLUELINE CREATIVE 812-855-9501; indiana.edu/~aaai CO-OP & GALLERY Showcase for artistic pieces by new and ROYALE HAIR PARLOR BLOOMINGTON established artists from Bloomington An alternative gallery space for local PLAYWRIGHTS PROJECT and around the world. and regional artists. 116 W. 6th St.; The only professional theatre in Indiana 212 W. 4th St.; 812-589-7377; 812-360-1860; royalehairparlor.com bluelinestyle.com dedicated to new plays. 107 W. 9th St.; 812-334-1188; newplays.org THE VAULT BY HAND GALLERY AT GALLERY MORTGAGE BUSKIRK-CHUMLEY THEATER Showcasing local and regional fine art Showing only local artists. Supporting Enjoy theatre, music, film, and dance in and crafts for over 35 years. only local charity. 121 E. 6th St.; a historic theater. 114 E. Kirkwood Ave.; 101 W. Kirkwood Ave., Suite 109; 812-334-9700; gallerymortgage.com 812-334-3255; byhandgallery.com 812-323-3020; buskirkchumley.org

THE VENUE FINE ARTS & GIFTS CARDINAL STAGE COMPANY GALLERY406 Bringing you the best in local and South Central Indiana’s premier live Be transformed by traditional to national fine art and gifts. theatre company. 900 S. Walnut St. contemporary photography and fine 114 S. Grant St.; 812-339-4200; Info: 812-336-7110; art. Online shopping available. thevenuebloomington.com 116 W. 6th St., Suite 110; 812-333-0536; Tickets: 812-336-9300; gallery406.com cardinalstage.org

60 “WHAT YOU SEE HERE YOU CAN’T SEE ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE WORLD.” - Bloom Magazine Ten downtown galleries invite you to stroll our Downtown Gallery Walk all year! Mark your calen- dars for the First Friday of every month, when galleries will host special exhibits, serve refresh- ments, and have extended hours, from 5-8 pm.

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61 THE COMEDY ATTIC IU THEATRE You can't prove we aren't the best Classic and contemporary theatre TOURS comedy club ever. 123 S. Walnut St.; productions featuring student actors ...... 812-336-5233; comedyattic.com and designers. Lee Norvelle Theatre and Drama Center, 275 N. Jordan Ave.; BLOOMINGTOURS 812-855-5382; theatre.indiana.edu IU AUDITORIUM This great town, then and now. Bloomington’s venue for world- Guided walks and more. Downtown class artists, entertainers, Broadway IVY TECH JOHN WALDRON Bloomington; 812-340-2501; performances, and more. ARTS CENTER bloomingtours.com 1211 E. 7th St.; 812-855-1103; Two black box theaters featuring iuauditorium.com traditional performances and BLOOMINGTON INSIDERS experimental works. Tour Bloomington. It’s comedy, history, 122 S. Walnut St.; 812-330-4400; mystery, and accidentally educational. IU CINEMA ivytech.edu/waldron For reservations; 812-322-2211; World-class cinema with arthouse misguideme.com repertory and guest filmmaker programming. 1213 E. 7th St.; SUMMER PERFORMING 812-855-CINE; cinema.indiana.edu ARTS SERIES Enjoy Bloomington’s finest talent brought to you by the Bloomington IU JACOBS SCHOOL OF MUSIC Parks and Recreation Department! Concerts, ballets, and operas by one of The series runs from May through the nation’s best music schools. September (weather permitting). Call Musical Arts Center: 101 N. Jordan Ave.; the Community Events Hotline for Simon Music Center: 200 N. Jordan Ave.; current schedules and updates at 812-855-9846; music.indiana.edu 812-349-3754. Tuesday Lunch Concerts: Peoples Park, 501 E. Kirkwood Ave.; Friday Concerts in the Park: Waldron, Hill & Buskirk Park, 331 S. Washington St.; Sunday Concerts in the Park: Bryan Park, 1100 S. Woodlawn Ave. bloomington.in.gov/parks

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FOOD & DRINK

There’s probably no better representation of the diversity of the Bloomington community than the culinary scene. Pizza BLOOMINGTON INDEPENDENT joints sit next to locally sourced fine dining restaurants. RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION (BIRA) Thai cuisine mingles comfortably with American comfort Representing over 50 independent restaurants foods. And you can wash it all down with a locally made throughout the Bloomington area. beer, wine, or spirit. So while there are national chains, bloomingtonindependents.com the real flavors of Bloomington are served up at the local restaurants. Keep in mind, some restaurants come and go almost as quickly as the IU students, so be sure to check UPLAND BREWING BTOWN DINER Traditional diner with some visitbloomington.com or contact the restaurant directly COMPANY Enjoy handcrafted ales, lagers flair. Open 24 hours. for updates. and sours, and from-scratch 211 N. Walnut St.; food at our brewpub. 812-822-0300; CARDINAL SPIRITS Sour Brewery & Brewpub: btowndiner.com BEER, WINE, Craft distillery, cocktail bar, 350 W. 11th St.; and event space off the Upland Brewery & Beer Bar: & SPIRITS 4060 Profile Pkwy; BUB’S BURGERS AND B-Line. 922 S. Morton St.; ICE CREAM ...... 812-202-6789; 812-336-BEER (2337); Locally owned. Providing www.cardinalspirits.com uplandbeer.com quality food, burgers, and ice BLOOMINGTON BREWING cream. 480 N. Morton St.; COMPANY (BBC) FUNCTION BREWING 812-331-2827; Southern Indiana’s first Good people and great beer bubsburgersandicecream.com brewpub, dedicated to with ever-changing unique brewing award-winning, flavors. 108 E. 6th St.; AMERICAN unfiltered, hand-crafted ales. 812-676-1000; ...... BUFFALOUIE’S 1795 E. 10th St.; functionbrewing.com Historic four-level building, 812-331-BEER; BBQ TRAIN plus big screens. Wings, burgers, salads, etc. bloomingtonbrew.com Award-winning BBQ, OLIVER WINERY 114 S. Indiana Ave.; homemade sides, and more. Indiana’s largest winery and 812-333-3030; Catering available year-round. BUTLER WINERY top-rated wine destination. buffalouies.com Locally grown & hand-crafted. Tastings daily. 901 N. Smith Rd.; Experience the best of 8024 N. State Rd. 37; 812-219-7731; bbqtrain.com Indiana wine. 812-876-5800; THE BUTCHER'S oliverwinery.com Vineyard: 6200 E. Robinson BOBBY’S COLORADO SMOKEHOUSE Rd.; 812-332-6660; STEAK HOUSE Hot slow-smoked meats, In-Town Tasting Room: THE TAP sides, and desserts. An American restaurant for 1022 N. College Ave.; Great beer, good food, live 115 S. SR 46 Bypass, Ste. D; every occasion! 812-339-7233; music, sports, and much 812-650-1043; 1635 N. College Ave.; butlerwinery.com more. 101 N. College Ave.; bloomingtonmeat.com 812-332-7552; 812-287-8579; bobbysbloomington.com thetapbeerbar.com

64 C3 FEAST BAKERY CAFÈ C3 is a local small-plate bistro Quality organic baked goods, with hand-crafted cocktails. lunch, and dinner. Plus 1505 S. Piazza Dr.; Sunday brunch! 812-287-8027; 581 E. Hillside Dr.; c3bloomington.com 812-822-0222; feastcateringonline.com CARSON’S BBQ Smoked BBQ pork, beef, and FINCH’S BRASSERIE chicken, plus traditional sides. Find joy in the simple 5555 W. SR 46; 812-876-8227; pleasure of eating and carsonsbbq.com drinking well. 514 E. Kirkwood Ave.; 812-333-2700; CHAPMAN’S finchsbrasserie.com RESTAURANT BAR & BANQUET CENTER Open Wed-Sun, incredibly GRAZIE ITALIANO fresh and flavorful cuisine for Bloomington’s favorite Italian lunch, dinner, and Sunday restaurant. 106 W. 6th St.; brunch. 4506 E. 3rd St.; 812-323-0303; 812-337-9999; grazieitaliano.com chapmansrestaurant.com HINKLE’S HAMBURGERS CLOVERLEAF FAMILY No frills, classic quality RESTAURANT burgers, and lunch. Breakfast all day and 206 S. Adams St.; homecooked meals. 812-339-3335 4023 W. 3rd St.; 812-334-1077; 325 E. Winslow Rd.; IRISH LION 812-650-1017; Beautifully restored 1882 theleafbloomington.com restaurant and pub, with fresh oysters and American and COACHES Irish specialties. Celebrate everyday 212 W. Kirkwood Ave.; competition with our 812-336-9076; irishlion.com A fresh salad bar in every store! appetizers, salads, sandwiches, and entrees. LENNIE’S RESTAURANT 245 N. College Ave.; A local favorite and home to 812-339-3537; coachesiu.com the Bloomington Brewing Company Brewpub, featuring COZY TABLE an award-winning, eclectic Pancake house, breakfast menu. 1795 E. 10th St.; served all day. 2500 W. 3rd St.; 812-323-2112; 812-339-5900; lenniesgourmetpizza.com

DAT’S CAJUN MALIBU GRILL RESTAURANT One of Bloomington’s Cajun Creole food. most popular downtown 211 S. Grant St.; restaurants. 812-339-3090; 106 N. Walnut St.; datsongrant.com 812-332-4334; malibugrill.net

FAIRFAX INN NAUGHTY DOG One of the oldest restaurants Premium beef hot dogs with by Lake Monroe serving a variety of toppings! unpretentious food. 3860 W. 3rd St.; 8660 Fairfax Rd.; 812-330-6888; 812-824-8552; naughtydoghotdogs.com thefairfaxinn.com NO COAST RESERVE FARM BLOOMINGTON Fresh seafood, raw oysters, Using local ingredients with local seasonal ingredients, 3220 E. 3rd • 614 E. 2nd • 316 W. 6th • Ivy Tech global flavors to create real craft beer, and fine wines. food. 108 E. Kirkwood Ave.; 105 N. College Ave.; www.bloomingfoods.coop 812-323-0002; 812-822-1341; farm-bloomington.com nocoastreserve.com THE VILLAGE DELI OPIE TAYLOR’S SCOTTY’S BREWHOUSE TRADEWINDS Award-winning sandwiches BLOOMINGTON Inside Fourwinds Lakeside Inn and outstanding service. All ages welcome. 30 craft Upscale dining with a 110 N. Walnut St.; beers. 20 TVs. Great food! lakeside view serving up 812-333-7287; 302 N. Walnut St.; house-made BBQ and some opietaylors.com 812-333-5151; fish.9301 S. Fairfax Rd.; scottysbrewhouse.com 812-824-2628; THE OWLERY fourwindslakeside.com VEGETARIAN SMOKIN’ JACK’S RESTAURANT RIB SHACK TRUFFLES RESTAURANT Offers high-quality, Specializes in down-home, & 56 DEGREES BAR vegetarian food at southern-style barbeque. Home to Bloomington’s finest affordable prices. 505 W. 17th St.; 812-332-7427; cuisine, great wines and 118 W. 6th St.; 812-333-7344; smokinjacksribshack.com excellent martinis. theowleryrestaurant.com 1131 S. College Mall Rd.; SWEETGRASS 812-330-1111 SCENIC VIEW American cuisine reinvented. Restaurant, bar, outdoor 405 W. Patterson Dr.; TUDOR ROOM patio, live music, lodging, 812-333-1043; Inside IMU overlooking Lake Monroe. sweetgrassbloomington.com Casual dining in an elegant 4600 S. SR 446; setting, an IU tradition. 812-837-9496; 900 E. 7th St.; 812-855-9866; scenicviewbloomington.com TALONS RESTAURANT at Eagle Pointe Golf Resort imu.indiana.edu Casual American fare. UPTOWN CAFE Breakfast, brunch, lunch, SCHOLARS INN Famous for our nightly dinner TUSCANY’S BISTRO dinner, craft beer, fine wine, GOURMET CAFÉ & specials and buffets. Inside Holiday Inn and cocktails. 2250 E. Pointe Rd.; WINE BAR Array of classic American and 102 E. Kirkwood Ave.; 812-824-4040; Great food, great setting, Italian cuisine for breakfast 812-339-0900; eaglepointe.com uniquely Bloomington! and dinner. the-uptown.com 717 N. College Ave.; 1710 N. Kinser Pike; 812-332-1892; 812-334-3252 scholarsinn.com

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66 THE VILLAGE DELI ASUKA JAPANESE CHINA BUFFET Famous breakfast served all INTER- RESTAURANT Cheap food, buffet style, day; lunch and dinner daily. Hibachi grill with authentic authentic Chinese. 409 E. Kirkwood Ave.; NATIONAL Japanese food and sushi. 2616 E. 3rd St.; 812-339-3388 812-336-2303; villagedeli.biz ...... 318 S. College Mall Rd.; 812-333-8325 AMRIT INDIA CHINA STAR VILLAGE INN Family-owned, offering RESTAURANT RESTAURANT regional specialties, spicy, BANGKOK THAI CUISINE Great food, great prices, Classic diner favorites. mild curries, and more. Traditional Thai food created great service. 311 E. Temperance St., 124 N. Walnut St.; by owner/chef. Family owned 4641 W. Richland Plaza Dr., Ellettsville; 812-876-2121; 812-650-3812; and operated. Ellettsville; 812-876-5778 villageinnrestaurant.net amritindiarestaurant.com 2920 E. Covenanter Dr.; 812-333-7477 WEE WILLIE'S CHINA WOK Locally owned for 30 years. ANATOLIA Great Chinese take-out food. Best known for breakfast! Delicious dishes of BEST TASTE 4013 S. Old SR 37; 4618 W. Richland Plaza; Mediterranean and Turkish Authentic Chinese 812-824-8848 Ellettsville; 812-876-1106; cuisine. 405 E. 4th St.; cuisine right in downtown weewilliesbloomington.com 812-334-2991; Bloomington. 109 W. 4th St.; 812-822-1737 CHOW BAR restaurantanatolia.com Best mix of good food, WIND JAMMER GRILL quality service, and pleasant Inside Fourwinds Lakeside Inn ANYETSANG’S LITTLE CASA BRAVA atmosphere. Casual dining overlooking TIBET RESTAURANT Great-tasting, authentic 216 S. Indiana Ave.; Mexican cuisine from fresh 812-336-3888 Lake Monroe. Delicious Tibetan/Thai/Indian cuisine. ingredients every day. burgers, sandwiches, salads, 415 E. 4th St.; 812-331-0122; 3482 W. 3rd St.; and made-to-order pizzas. anyetsangs.com 812-339-1453; COCO TARO 9301 S. Fairfax Rd.; Serving traditional Chinese 812-824-2628; 410 S. College Mall Rd.; 812-339-2777 ice desserts, bubble tea, and fourwindslakeside.com Asian desserts. 210 S. Grant. St.; 812-287-8251

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67 DO ASIAN EL RANCHERO FUSION CUISINE Mexcian restaurant with full Great Korean and Japanese bar, welcomes large parties. cuisine, good service, great 3615 W. SR 46; 812-876-9900; time. 404 E. 4th St.; 2100 Liberty Dr.; 812-822-2329 812-333-7470 ESAN THAI RESTAURANT DOMO STEAK & SUSHI Authentic Thai cuisine and Guaranteed quality Japanese domestic beer located in food and reliable customer downtown Bloomington. service. 106 S. Franklin Rd.; 221 E. Kirkwood Ave.; 812-332-7700 812-333-8424; esanthairest.com DRAGON CHINESE RESTAURANT FALAFELS MIDDLE Best Chinese food in EASTERN GRILL Bloomington. 3261 W. 3rd St.; Bringing unique Middle 812-332-6610 Eastern food from Jerusalem to Bloomington. 430 E. Kirkwood Ave.; DRAGON EXPRESS 812-355-3555; ANATOLIA Good food, good prices. falafelsonline.com Come stop in to Dragon Express.1400 E. 3rd St.; DEANGELOS DELICIOUS THAI KITCHEN 812-331-7030 FORTUNE COOKIE Italian food at its best. Authentic Thai cuisine. Chinese food with a 2620 E. 3rd St.; 812-961-0008; 519 S. Walnut St.; contemporary atmosphere deangelosbloomington.com 812-349-3248; THE DYNASTY and bubble tea. deliciousthaibtown.com Authentic Chinese and 1809 E. 10th St.; Szechuan cuisine. 812-822-2828; 113 S. Grant St.; fortunecookiesbloomington.net 812-333-8899

68 VISITBLOOMINGTON.COM GOLDEN CHINA INDIA GARDEN JUANNITA’S LA CHARREADA Authentic Asian lunch and Excellent food, in large Authentic, tasty Fantastically tasty real dinner buffet with quick portions, for great prices! Mexican cuisine. Mexican food and drinks. takeout. 2478 S. Walnut St; 416 E. 4th St.; 812-331-8844; 620 W. Kirkwood Ave.; 1720 N. Walnut St.; 812-335-9688; bloomingtonindianfood.com 812-339-2340; 812-332-2343; goldenchinabloomington.com juannitas.com JANKO’S LITTLE ZAGREB LA TORRE GOURMET GARDEN Home of the best steaks in JUDY’S KITCHEN Family owned and operated Authentic chinese food and Bloomington. 223 W. 6th St.; Authentic Chinese cuisine establishment serving fresh great service. 300 E. 3rd St.; 812-332-0694; made by experienced Chinese homemade mexican food. 812-349-1346 littlezagreb.com and Taiwanese cooks. 1155 S. College Mall Rd.; 2892 E. 3rd St; 812-332-8888; 812-336-5339; judyskitchenbtown.com latorremexicanfood.com GREAT TASTE BUFFET JAPONEE Authentic Asian Japanese restaurant Chinese buffet. specializing in sushi and sake. KIKU SUSHI LE PETIT CAFÈ 3616 W. 3rd St.; 812-323-1108 320 N. Walnut St.; All-you-can-eat sushi with French cuisine with a home 812-330-5310; modern décor. setting. 308 W. 6th St.; iujaponee.com 895 S. College Mall Rd.; 812-334-9747; lpc1977.com GREAT WALL 812-339-8076 RESTAURANT Good food, good prices. JAPONEE EXPRESS LOS CHACHOS Come stop in at the Great Japanese and Korean dishes, KING GYROS Authentic Mexican food, Wall. 2038 N. Walnut St.; plus delicious sushi, close The best BBQ ribs and gyros. great margaritas, and outdoor 812-323-8778 to campus. 2000 S. Walnut St.; seating. 4747 W. SR 46; 530 E. Kirkwood Ave.; 812-334-4144 812-876-8447; 812-333-7380; loschachosmexican.com HOUSE OF HUNAN japoneeexpress.com Authentic Asian cuisine. KOREA RESTAURANT 1000 N. Walnut Authentic Korean cuisine. LOTUS GARDEN St.; 812-334-1531; 409 E. 4th St.; 812-339-2735 The most authentic Chinese bloomingtonhouseofhunan.com food in town. 110 S. Washington St.; 812-822-0298

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70 LUCKY EXPRESS RED SUSHI BAR Best authentic Chinese food Traditional Chinese food and Some of the best CAFES & in Bloomington! 307 E. 3rd St.; friendly service. Japanese food and sushi in 812-333-5262 1402 N. Walnut St.; Bloomington! DELIS 812-727-7074 2522 E. 10th St.; ...... 812-331-7688; MAMA’S RESTAURANT BAPU TEAHOUSE Korean food with a specialty RED CHOPSTICKS Smoothies, bubble teas, Korean barbeque. Offering Japanese food, SUSHI HARU and juice bar. 2630 E. 10th St.; 812-333-8071 sushi, and sashimi. Traditional and specialty sushi 1789 E. 10th St.; 1420 E. 3rd St.; 812-331-6898; plus Japanese cuisine. baputeahouse.my-free.website redchopsticksin.com 309 E. 3rd St.; 812-369-4952 MANDALAY RESTAURANT BLOOMINGFOODS Authentic Bermese cuisine RESTAURANT AMI SZECHUAN GARDEN MARKET & DELI with a variety of noodles and Japanese cuisine and sushi. Traditional Szechuan cuisine Local food sourcing to give specialty pho noodles. 1500 E. 3rd St.; 812-339-7868 in a lovely downtown customers the best products 413 E. 4th St.; 812-339-7334; location. 254 N. Walnut St.; available. 3220 E. 3rd St.; mymandalayrestaurant.com 812-287-8907 812-336-5400; RUSH HOUR STATION 316 W. 6th St.; 812-333-7312; Asian-style sandwiches, 614 E. 2nd St.; 812-822-0235; MEI WEI dumplings, fusion burritos, TASTE OF CHINA Ivy Tech - 200 Daniels Way; Traditional Chinese and curry, and more. Authentic Chinese cuisine. 812-822-0143; Taiwanese cuisine. 421 E. 3rd St.; 812-323-7874; 711 W. 17th St.; 812-650-1088 bloomingfoods.coop 113 S. Grant St.; 812-333-8899 rushhourstation.com TASTE OF INDIA BLOOMINGTON BAGEL MR. HIBACHI SAKE BAR Family-owned restaurant with COMPANY Chinese, Japanese, and Authentic Japanese cuisine, lunch buffet. 316 E. 4th St.; Bloomington’s first on-site, Americanized buffet. sushi, and sake bar. 812-333-1399; made-from-scratch 4400 E. 3rd St.; 304 N. Walnut St.; tasteofindiabtown.com bagel bakery. 812-339-6288; 812-333-2295; 113 N. Dunn St.; mrhibachibuffet.com iujaponee.com THE 3 AMIGOS 812-333-4653; Authentic Mexican cuisine, 238 N. Morton St.; family-friendly atmosphere. MY THAI CAFÈ SAMIRA RESTAURANT 812-349-4653; 601 N. College Ave.; AUTHENTIC THAI Home of fine Afghani cuisine. 913 S. College Mall Rd.; 812-300-0067 812-339-4653; RESTAURANT 100 W. 6th St.; 812-331-3761; bbcbagel.com Serving an excellent variety of samirasrestaurant.com delicious dishes. THE TROJAN HORSE 3316 W. 3rd St.; 812-333-2234; SIAM HOUSE Greek specialties and BLOOMINGTON 402 E. 4th St.; 812-333-3993; American favorites made Voted Best Ethnic Restaurant, SANDWICH COMPANY mythaicafeusa.com fresh daily. serving the finest Thai Using premium meats, 100 E. Kirkwood Ave.; cuisine. 430 E. 4th St.; cheeses, and breads; awarded 812-332-1101; NOODLE TOWN 812-331-1233; best customer service. thetrojanhorse.com 118 E. Kirkwood Ave.; Chinese cuisine with specialty siamhousebloomington.com 812-330-9611; Hong Kong style noodles. bloomingtonsandwich.com 318 S. College Mall Rd.; SOBAN TOPO’S 403 812-333-2888 Serving a fresh Greek Authentic Korean cuisine. and mediterranean 1811 E. 10th St.; BUTCH’S inspired menu. OASIS 812-333-1004; iujaponee.com GRILLACATESSEN AND 403 N. Walnut St.; EATZERIA Traditional Chinese food at its 812-676-8676; topos403.com best. 2652 E. 10th St.; Pizza, sandwiches, and salads SOFRA CAFÉ 812-339-3999; with the freshest, highest- Traditional and authentic oasischinesefood.com TURKUAZ CAFÈ quality ingredients. Turkish home cooking Offers appetizers, pides, 120 E. 7th St.; 812-822-0210; and bakery. kebabs and fresh-baked to-go eatbutch.com 340 S. Walnut St., Suite 4; ORIENTAL wraps. 301 E. 3rd St.; 812-332-9983 INTERNATIONAL 812-333-7908 MARKET CITY BAKERY This is as good as it gets. Offering international STIR FRY 88 Z & C TERIYAKI 1318 E. 3rd St.; 812-323-9904 meals and snacks within a Authentic Asian cuisine convenience store. located in College Mall. & SUSHI 408 E. 4th St.; 812-333-1396 2894 E. 3rd St.; 812-339-6211 Sushi and more. CRUMBLE CAFÉ & BAKERY 430 E. Kirkwood Ave.; Locally roasted specialty 812-323-8999 PEACH GARDEN coffees, teas, and pastries. SUNNY PALACE 1567 S. Piazza Dr.; Authentic Chinese cuisine for Authentic Asian cuisine. 812-334-9044; the whole family. 1143 S. College Mall Rd.; crumblecoffee.com 536 S. College Ave.; 812-334-1334; 812-332-3437; sunnypalacebloomington.com peachgardeniu.com

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DAGWOOD’S KOPI CROSSTOWN RUNCIBLE SPOON TOTO’S UNCLE CAFE DELI SUB SHOP COFFEE SHOP A Bloomington tradition, Coffee shop offering Dagwood’s serves the best Coffee, pastries, espresso, serving breakfast, lunch, and breakfast, lunch, and dessert. quality sandwiches at the tea. 1809 E. 10th St.; dinner since 1976. 3297 E. Covenanter Dr.; best possible price. 812-330-2149 412 E. 6th St.; 812-334-3997; 812-287-8018 116 S. Indiana Ave.; runciblespoonrestaurant.com 812-333-3000; dagwoodsandwiches.com LAUGHING PLANET CAFE UEL ZING Menu items include veggie SCHOLARS INN Locally roasted cold-brew burgers, salads, and burritos; BAKEHOUSE coffee, iced or hot. DARN GOOD SOUP open for lunch and dinner. Great food, great setting, 725 W. Kirkwood Ave.; An ever-changing selection 322 E. Kirkwood Ave.; uniquely Bloomington! 812-369-4116; of soups. 107 N. College Ave.; 812-323-2233; 125 N. College Ave.; uelzing.com 812-335-3533; thelaughingplanetcafe.com 812-331-6029; darngoodsoup.com 3002 E. 3rd St.; 812-323-7070; POURHOUSE CAFÈ scholarsinn.com FEAST MARKET Locally roasted coffee from AND CELLAR all over the world. PIZZA Offering gourmet 314 E. Kirkwood Ave.; SOMA COFFEEHOUSE ...... sandwiches, wine, cheese, 812-339-7000; AND JUICE BAR coffee bar, and baked goods. thepourhousecafe.com Specializes in coffees, teas, AVER’S PIZZA 407 W. Patterson Dr.; handcrafted espresso drinks, The finest, most flavorful, 812-287-8615; and all-fruit smoothies and gourmet pizzas and feastcateringonline.com RAINBOW BAKERY juices. 322 E. Kirkwood Ave.; breadsticks. Bloomington’s first all-vegan 812-331-2770; 2905 E. Covenanter Dr.; bakery! 201 S. Rogers St.; 1400 E. 3rd St.; 812-333-7334; 812-331-5555; HARRODSBURG FOOD 812-822-3741; iheartsoma.com 1837 N. Kinser Pike; CENTRE rainbowbakery.net 812-339-6555; Quick stop, dine in and go. 317 E. Winslow Rd.; 9200 S. Old SR 37; STEFANO’S ICE CAFÈ REVOLUTION BIKE 812-323-8333; 812-824-9099 Delicious coffees, pastries, averspizza.com AND BEAN salads, sandwiches, and Providing quality bicycle paninis for lunch. HOPSCOTCH COFFEE servicing and a great cup of 101 W. Kirkwood Ave.; BALDY’S In-house roasting and full coffee! 401 E. 10th St.; 812-331-0575; PIZZERIA/SCOOPS espresso bar right on the 812-336-0241; fountainsquaremall.com/ Hot pizza delivery and hand- B-Line. 235 W. Dodds St.; revolutionbikeandbean.com store/stefanos-ice-cafe dipped ice cream parlor! 812-369-4500; 5440 S. Old SR 37; hopscotchcoffee.com 812-824-3555; STINESVILLE baldyspizza.com MERCANTILE Charming café with great food and great prices. 8205 W. Main St.; 812-876-6203 72 BUCCETO’S SMILING MOTHER BEAR’S PIZZA TEETH PIZZA & PASTA Local pizzeria also offering Pizza and pasta with salads, pastas, subs, wings, personality! Unique pizzas, and more. 1428 E. 3rd St.; gluten-free options, and 812-332-4495; reasonable prices! motherbearspizza.com 115 S. SR 46 Bypass, Suite B; 812-331-1234; 350 Liberty Dr.; 812-323-0123; PIZZA PANTRY buccetos.com Freshly made pizzas, using the finest ingredients. 5700 W. SR 46; 812-876-2279 CAFE PIZZARIA Bloomington’s first pizzeria with pizza, stromboli, and PIZZA X hot submarines. Bloomington's pizza delivery 405 E. Kirkwood Ave.; hero since 1982. Give us a call 812-332-2111; or order online. cafepizzaria.com 1791 E. 10th St.; 812-339-7737 877 S. College Mall Rd.; 812-355-5000; KING DOUGH PIZZA 4621 W. Richland Plaza; CAFE PIZZARIA Gourmet pizza made with 812-876-4443; local ingredients in a fire 2443 S. Walnut St. Pike; 812-332-8500; oven. 108 W. 6th St.; SWING-IN PIZZA TRAILHEAD PIZZERIA 812-287-8931; 1610 W. 3rd St.; 812-332-2522; The best regular-old-pizza Distinctive specialty pizzas, facebook.com/kingdoughpizza pizzaxbloomington.com around. 301 W. 17th St.; everything homemade. 812-330-0000; 4303 S. SR 446; 812-837-9101; MONROE COUNTY PIZZA ROCKIT’S FAMOUS PIZZA swinginpizzabloomington.com trailheadpizzeriabloomington.com Dine in, pick up, delivery, Famous for pizza! locally owned and operated. 222 N. Walnut St.; 3151 W. 3rd St.; 812-331-2345; 812-336-7625; monroecountypizza.com rockitspizza.com

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73 THE BISHOP EAGLE POINTE BAR KILROY’S BARS & PUBS Craft beers, spirits, and great AND GRILL Bloomington’s favorite bar– ...... music. 123 S. Walnut St.; Offers a comprehensive food great food, great drinks, and 812-333-4700; and drink menu to satisfy daily specials. ALLEY BAR thebishopbar.com your appetite. Dunnkirk: 430 E. Kirkwood Watch a game, hang with 2250 E. Pointe Rd.; Ave., 812-822-1483; 812-824-4040; Kirkwood: 502 E. Kirkwood friends, or make new ones! BLUEBIRD NIGHTCLUB 210 W. Kirkwood Ave.; eaglepointe.com Ave., 812-339-3006; A historic music venue Sports: 319 N. Walnut St., 812-336-2216; booking high-caliber talent alleybarindiana.com 812-333-6006; in Bloomington. HIGHLAND LOUNGE kilroys-bloomington.com 216 N. Walnut St.; Welcome race fans! Beer, ATLAS BAR 812-336-3984; thebluebird.ws liquor, and carry out. Tasty beer, top-shelf liquor, 1933 S. Curry Pike; NICK’S ENGLISH HUT 812-336-0826 A Bloomington tradition and great bartenders to THE CABIN serve you. since 1927, with great food, Entertainment, great food, drink, and fun. 209 S. College Ave.; lots of bargains. HOOSIER BAR 812-334-4435 423 E. Kirkwood Ave.; 4015 S. SR 446; 812-323-9654 AND GRILL 812-332-4040 Specializes in a homestyle THE BACK DOOR atmosphere where families BRAD’S BAR & GRILL and friends gather. NIGHT MOVES We’re here, we’re queer, let’s A family restaurant that offers 4645 W. Richland Plaza, Bloomington’s only dance! 207 S. College Ave.; delicious daily and lunch Ellettsville; 812-935-6333; gentlemen’s club. 812-333-3123; specials. 5555 W. SR 46; backdoorbloomington.com hoosierbarandgrill.com 1730 S. Walnut St.; Ellettsville; 812-876-7750; 812-335-1850; bradsbarandgrill.com nightmovesbloomington.com BEAR’S PLACE KENNY’S TAVERN Home of good food, good A great place to watch a CRAZY HORSE game with friends. OFFICE LOUNGE music, and frosty libations. Bar and grill with full menu 1316 E. 3rd St.; 812-339-3460; 602 W. Vine St., Ellettsville; Bar and liquor store. and specializing in craft bearsplacebar.com 812-876-2266 3900 E. 3rd St.; 812-332-0911 beers and whiskeys. 214 W. Kirkwood Ave.; 812-336-8877; crazyhorseindiana.com THE PLAYER’S PUB Live music every night - real FOOD food in every dish. 424 S. Walnut St.; TRUCKS 812-334-2080; & CARTS theplayerspub.com (SEASONAL) PORTHOLE INN Check each website for Steaks, catfish, chicken, BBQ. daily locations. Free bands Friday-Saturday...... Lake Lemon. 8939 E. Shore Dr.; 812-339-1856; portholeinn.com BARISGO COFFEE Fresh brewed coffee, espresso drinks, hot QUAFF ON! BLOOMINGTON chocolate, and pastries. A different kind of taproom, 844-737-5246; focused on a complete barisgocoffee.com experience. 116 N. Grant St.; 812-335-1821; quaffonbloomington.com BEA’S SODA BAR Mobile retro soda fountain serving hand-crafted natural ROOT CELLAR sodas, sweets, snacks. Bloomington’s subterranean facebook.com/beas.soda.bar watering hole. 108 E. Kirkwood Ave.; 812-323-0002; BIG CHEEZE farm-bloomington.com Grilled cheese using only the best ingredients from the best people. SERENDIPITY 812-322-5234; MARTINI BAR bigcheezetruck.com A happy accident, a unique experience - this is Serendipity. 201 S. College Ave.; CARSON’S BBQ 812-330-6688; Food truck founded out of serendipitymartini.com love for friends, family, food. 812-876-8227; carsonsbbq.com STEVE’S PLACE Pool and pub, billiards, beer, and cocktails. GERRICK’S BBQ 2510 W. 3rd St.; 812-325-7115 Enjoy a variety of smoked meats from THE BBQ guy. 812-360-4084; TALKERS TAP ROOM gerrickthebbqguy.com Westside pub with craft beer and a quiet and friendly atmosphere. GIMMIE SUM MOE 3876 W. 3rd St.; 812-822-2027; Chicago-style street food. talkerstaproom.com Sausage, beef, dogs, tacos, bacon jam. 219-707-3455; facebook.com/gimmiesummoe UPSTAIRS PUB Great drinks, darts, pool, sports, and good people. GRAVY TRAIN 430 E. Kirkwood Ave.; Biscuits and gravy plus a 812-333-3003; whole lot more. upstairspub.com 317-439-3903; facebook.com/gravytrainbtown

VIDEO SALOON Bar with a relaxed atmoshpere GREAT WHITE and live music. SMOKE BBQ 105 W. 7th St.; 812-333-0064 2014 People’s Choice Award- Winning BBQ. IU Athletics choice BBQ. YOGI’S GRILL & BAR 812-272-3146; Premier sport bar and facebook.com/GWSBBQ restaurant on campus. Pub menu featuring local breweries. 519 E. 10th St.; 812-323-9644; yogis.com GYPSY MOON NOWHERE MANDREW’S Creating globally inspired Hot dogs, walking tacos, street food using local drinks. 574-292-0166; ingredients when possible. facebook.com/nowheremandrews facebook.com/gypsymoon.truck RASTA POPS THE GYRO TRUCK Locally made, gourmet artisan Greek, barbeque, ice pops with a Brazillian sandwiches, and subs. influence. 812-369-1352; 812-219-6611; facebook.com/thegyrotruck facebook.com/rastapopsicepops

JUANCHO’S MUNCHIES THE TAMALE CART Authentic Venezuelan cuisine. Homemade Mexican street Including tasty gyros, tacos, food classics with the and assorted fritters. freshest ingredients available. 812-391-2919; thetamalecart.com facebook.com/JuanchosMunchies THUNDER HOG BBQ LA POBLANA Award-winning BBQ. Two-time Traditional Puebla, Mexican Bloomington Chamber BBQ recipes on wheels. Tacos, Grand Champion! burritos, tortas, soup. facebook.com/thunderhogbbq 812-318-2733; lapoblana.us

LOCHWOOD KITCHEN Local, plant-based cookery inspired by world cuisine. THE TAMALE CART thelochwoodkitchen.com

76 CHOCOLATE MOOSE ICE CREAM & Serving our world-famous homemade ice cream since DESSERTS 1933. 401 S. Walnut St.; ...... 812-333-0475; moosebtown.com BAKED OF BLOOMINGTON CRESENT DONUT SHOP Pick your dough and fixin’s 24-hour donuts for your THE CHOCOLATE MOOSE and make great cookies! convenience. 313 E. 3rd St.; 812-336-2253; 231 S. Adams St.; JIFFY TREET SUGAR DADDY’S bakedofbloomington.com 812-339-7771 Frozen dessert specialists. SWEET SHOP 223 S. Pete Ellis Dr.; A café restaurant along 812-339-9981; BLONDIES with custom-order cakes, HARTZELL’S 4727 W. SR 46; 812-876-7770 desserts, and delivery. COOKIES, INC. ICE CREAM 5340 Old SR 37 South ; Over 20 different varieties Homemade artisan ice cream 812-824-2253; of freshly baked cookies and JOAN’S CARAMELS and frozen yogurt in the heart sugardaddyscakesandcatering.com brownies. 2954 E. 3rd St.; of downtown. Homemade caramels made 812-333-2710; 107 N. Dunn St.; fresh in a variety of flavors. blondiescookies.com 812-332-3502; hartzellsic.com 5340 S. Old SR 37, Suite D; TRIGOS BAKERY 812-320-5638; Serving fresh baked joanscaramels.com traditional Mexican pastries. BLU BOY CHOCOLATE INGA’S POPCORN 310 Muller Parkway; CAFÈ AND CAKERY Gourmet Popcorn made with 812-339-6797 Stunning savory chocolates, the finest ingredients. SQUARE DONUTS event cakes, pastries, and 1503 Atwater Ave.; Light & fluffy donuts made more. 112 E. Kirkwood Ave.; 812-334-7707; with 40+ years of baking UNDERGROUND 812-334-8460; ingaspopcorn.com expertise. 531 N. Walnut St.; CUPCAKE CO. & CAFÈ bluboychocolatestore.com 812-337-0100; Serves soups, sandwiches 3866 W. 3rd St.; 812-333-2799; and out-of-this-world squaredonuts.com gourmet cupcakes! 3631 W. SR 46; 812-935-5253; undergroundcupcakes.com

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77 DENNY’S RESTAURANT NATIONAL 2160 N. Walnut St. CHAINS ...... DOMINO’S PIZZA 527 N. Walnut St. APPLEBEE’S 2620 S. Walnut St. 2800 E. 3rd St. FAZOLI’S ARBY’S 315 S. College Mall Rd. 3300 W. 3rd St. 535 S. Walnut St. FIVE GUYS BURGERS 2713 E. 3rd St. AND FRIES 3601 W. SR 46 1199 S. College Mall Rd.

AUNTIE ANNE’S GANDOLFO’S DELI PRETZELS 3304 W. 3rd St. 2994 E. 3rd St. GOLDEN CORRAL BOB EVANS 116 S. Franklin Rd. 3233 Whitehall Pike HARDEE’S BROTHER’S 3301 W. 3rd St. BAR & GRILL 215 N. Walnut St. HONEYBAKED BRUSTER’S ICE CREAM HAM & CAFÈ 4531 E. 3rd St. 3368 W. 3rd St.

BUFFALO WILD WINGS HU HOT 1350 W. Bloomfield Rd. MONGOLIAN GRILL 2550 E. 3rd St. BURGER KING 2800 E. Buick Cadillac Blvd. JIMMY JOHN’S 2498 S. Walnut St. 1827 E. 10th St. 3750 W. 3rd St. 2636 E. 3rd St. 430 E. Kirkwood Ave. CHEDDAR’S CASUAL CAFÈ JOSIE’S SELF-SERVE 126 S. Franklin Rd. YOGURT 4635 W. Richland Plaza CHICAGO PIZZA 5621 W. SR 46 KFC 3700 W. 3rd St. 2901 E. 3rd St. CHICK-FIL-A 2856 E. 3rd St. 3020 E. 3rd St. LITTLE CAESARS 1320 E. 10th St. 3175 W. 3rd St. 2504 E. 3rd St. CHILI’S GRILL & BAR 2811 E. 3rd St. LONG JOHN SILVER’S 3811 W. 3rd St. 5560 W. SR 46 CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL 2894 E. 3rd St. LONGHORN 420 E. Kirkwood Ave. STEAKHOUSE 721 S. College Mall Rd. CRACKER BARREL 380 N. Jacob Dr. LUCA’S PIZZA DI ROMA Inside College Mall, 2878 E. 3rd St DAIRY QUEEN UPLAND BREWERY 2423 S. Walnut St. 78 MCALISTER’S DELI RED LOBSTER 2510 E. 3rd St. 2617 E. 3rd St.

MCDONALD’S RED MANGO YOGURT 2300 N. Walnut St. 1793 E. 10th St. 2819 E. 3rd St. 2910 W. 3rd St. 1919 S. Walnut St. ROLY POLY 4499 W. SR 46 1616 W. 3rd St.

MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL SONIC DRIVE-IN 115 E. SR 46 Bypass 2020 S. Walnut St.

NOODLES & COMPANY STARBUCKS COFFEE 517 E. Kirkwood Ave. 115 S. SR 46 Bypass 2560 E. 3rd St. 1921 S. Walnut St. 110 S. Indiana Ave. 284 N. Jacob Dr. O’CHARLEY’S 360 N. Jacob Dr. STEAK ‘N SHAKE 300 S. College Mall Rd. OLIVE GARDEN 1919 N. College Ave. 320 N. Jacob Dr. 2101 Liberty Dr.

ORANGE LEAF YOGURT SUBWAY 2550 E. 3rd St. 907 S. College Mall Rd. 4623 Richland Plaza 1839 Kinser Pike OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE 3480 W. 3rd St. 3201 W. 3rd St. 200 N. Walnut St. 319 E. Winslow Rd. PANERA BREAD 1799 E. 10th St. 322 S. College Mall Rd. 1350 W. Bloomfield Rd. 2886 E. 3rd St. 401 S. Woodlawn Ave. PAPA JOHN’S PIZZA 4001 Old SR 37 2486 S. Walnut St. 3313 W. SR 45 (Inside 5221 W. SR 46 Walmart) 415 N. Walnut St. TACO BELL PAPA MURPHY’S PIZZA 2400 S. Walnut St. 4017 S. Old SR 37 3702 W. 3rd St. 3295 W. 3rd St. 3001 E. 3rd St. 309 N. Walnut St. 3811 W. SR 46 PENN STATION 256 N. Jacob Dr. 212 S. Indiana Ave. TEXAS ROADHOUSE 110 Franklin Rd. PIZZA HUT 250 S. Pete Ellis Dr. WENDY’S 110 E. Winslow Rd. 221 W. 2nd St. 125 S. Franklin Rd. 608 S. College Mall Rd. 4001 S. Walnut St. 3285 N. Jacob Dr. POTBELLY SANDWICH SHOP 517 E. Kirkwood Ave. WHICH WICH SANDWICHES 422 E. Kirkwood Ave. QDOBA MEXICAN GRILL 116 S. Indiana Ave. WHITE CASTLE 3233 W. Jacob Dr. RALLY’S HAMBURGERS 550 S. Walnut St. SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT

HOTELS & ACCOMMODATIONS

If you need to stay overnight in Bloomington (and you should, even if it’s just so you can have breakfast at one of the amazing restaurants here), you can find the right type of lodging option to fit your style and your budget. From familiar brands to unique bed and breakfasts, you’ll find comfortable accommodations in every region of the city. And if you need help figuring it all out, call the Bloomington Visitors Center to get recommendations and availability updates at 800-800-0037.

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Number of PriceRooms RangeComplimentaryJacuzzi/HotPool-Indoor Breakfast TubPool-OutdoorFitness Conf/MeetingCenterSuites AvailableFree Rooms Wi-FiRestaurantLounge on PetSite FriendlyHandicap Accessible America’s Best Value Inn 1722 N. Walnut St. 80 $ americasbestvalueinn.com (812) 339-1919 Candlewood Suites 1935 S. Basswood Dr. 84 $$-$$$ candlewoodsuites.com (800) 465-4329 Cascades Inn 2601 N. Walnut St. 100 $-$$ cascadesinnbloomington.com (812) 369-4310

Comfort Inn 1700 N. Kinser Pike 66 $$-$$$ choicehotels.com/im275 (812) 650-0010

Courtyard by Marriott 310 S. College Ave. 117 $$-$$$ courtyard.com/bmgcy (812) 335-8000 Days Inn 200 E. Matlock Rd. 49 $-$$ daysinn.com (812) 336-0905 Economy Inn 4805 S. Old State Rd. 37 20 $-$$ economyinnofbloomington.com (812) 824-8311 Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott 120 Fairfield Dr. 105 $$-$$$ marriott.com/bmgfi (812) 331-1122 Fourwinds Lakeside Inn & Marina 9301 S. Fairfax Rd. 118 $$-$$$ fourwindslakeside.com (812) 824-BOAT (2628) Hampton Inn 2100 N. Walnut St. 129 $$-$$$ bloomingtonhamptoninn.com (812) 334-2100 Hilton Garden Inn 245 N. College Ave. 168 $$-$$$ bloomingtonin.stayhgi.com (812) 331-1335 Holiday Inn 1710 N. Kinser Pike 118 $$-$$$ holidayinn.com/bloomingtonin (812) 334-3252 Holiday Inn Express & Suites 117 S. Franklin Rd. 102 $$-$$$ hiexpress.com (812) 334-8800 Homewood Suites by Hilton 1399 Liberty Dr. 82 $$-$$$ bloomington.homewoodsuites.com (812) 323-0500 Hyatt Place 217 W. Kirkwood Ave. 172 $$-$$$ bloomington.place.hyatt.com (812) 339-5950 Indiana Memorial Union Biddle Hotel 900 E. 7th St. 189 $$-$$$ & Conference Center imu.indiana.edu (812) 856-6381 Motel 6 1800 N. Walnut St. 107 $-$$ motel6.com (812) 332-0820 Quality Inn 1100 W. Rappel Dr. 47 $-$$$ choicehotels.com/ires/hotel/IN120 (812) 323-2222 SpringHill Suites by Marriott 501 N. College Ave. 158 $$-$$$ marriott.com/bmgsh (812) 337-7772 Super 8 1751 N. Stonelake Dr. 61 $-$$ super8.com (812) 323-8000 TownePlace Suites by Marriott 105 S. Franklin Rd. 84 $$-$$$ marriott.com/bmgts (812) 334-1234 Travelodge 2615 E. 3rd St. 58 $-$$ travelodge.com (812) 339-6191

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CABINS & GUESTHOUSES

Occupancy Jacuzzi/HotPool-OutdoorFree Tub Wi-FiConveniencePet FriendlyRecreational Store/Dining Amenities Antler Log Cabins East of Bloomington sleeps antlerlogcabins.com (812) 339-6547 up to 6 Back to Nature Cabins 1275 N. Sewell Rd. sleeps backtonaturecabins.com (812) 335-1091 up to 12 Bowman House 315 N. Park St. sleeps (812) 334-0094 up to 4

Cedar Bend Log Cabin Near Lake Lemon on sleeps cedarbendcabin.com Highway 45 (812) 988-6429 up to 6 Chanterelle Chalet Between Bloomington & sleeps browncountylogcabins.com Nashville (812) 988-6429 up to 6 Cherry Lake Lodge Morgan-Monroe State Forest sleeps in.gov/dnr (765) 342-4026 up to 6 Eagle Pointe Golf Resort 2250 E. Pointe Rd. sleeps eaglepointe.com (812) 824-4040 up to 16 Elm House 7022 N. Shilo Rd. sleeps vrbo.com/452786 (812) 340-0513 up to 6 A Five Star Cabin Close to Monroe Lake sleeps browncountylogcabins.com (812) 988-6429 up to 8 Hoosier House 1623 Arlington Rd. sleeps hoosierhouseiu.com (812) 345-1091 up to 8 Hoot Owl Rentals 5110 N. Brummetts Creek sleeps hootowlrentals.com Rd. (716) 320-0695 up to 6 Jellystone Park Lake Monroe 9396 S. Strain Ridge Rd. sleeps lakemonroejellystone.com (812) 824-3322 up to 6 Lake Lemon Guest Houses On the shores of Lake sleeps lakelemonguesthouses.com Lemon (812) 322-2436 up to 28 Lake Monroe Village 8107 S. Fairfax Rd. sleeps lakemonroevillage.com (812) 824-2267 up to 6 Lemon Ridge Cabins Located near Lake Lemon sleeps lemonridgecabins.com up to 8 Lost Man's Lane Cabin Getty's Creek Rd. sleeps browncountylogcabins.com (812) 988-6429 up to 6 Once Upon a Cottage Between Bloomington & sleeps browncountylogcabins.com Nashville (812) 988-6429 up to 4 Red Rabbit Inn Near Lake Lemon sleeps redrabbitinn.com (812) 330-1216 up to 4 Scenic View Lodge 4600 S. State Rd. 446 sleeps scenicviewlodge.com (812) 340-4731 up to 16 Stephens Creek Cabin Between Bloomington & sleeps browncountylogcabins.com Nashville (812) 988-6429 up to 6 Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist 3655 S. Snoddy Rd. sleeps Cultural Center tibetancc.com (812) 336-6807 up to 3

*Prices and amenities vary greatly by property

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Occupancy Jacuzzi/HotPool-OutdoorFree Tub Wi-FiConveniencePet FriendlyRecreational Store/Dining Amenities Baker Place Guest House 115 S. Walnut St. sleeps baker-place.com (812) 345-1091 up to 8 Century Suites 300 St. Rd. 446 sleeps centurysuites.com (812) 336-7777 up to 8 Garrison Chapel Inn Garrison Chapel Rd. sleeps airbnb.com Off Hwy 48 up to 2 The Mercury by Olympus Properties 212 N. Morton St. sleeps olympusproperties.com (812) 334-8200 up to 4 The Penthouse at Deer Park Manor 1501 E. Hillside Dr. sleeps deerparkevents.com (812) 32-EVENT up to 6 Suites at 118 118 N. Walnut St. sleeps suitesat118.com (812) 552-2118 up to 10 Summerhouse 4501 E. 3rd St. sleeps renaissancerentals.com/summerhouse (812) 332-2141 up to 4

*Prices and amenities vary greatly by property

INNS & BED & BREAKFASTS

Number ofPrice Rooms RangeComplimentaryIn-RoomSpa Jacuzzion BreakfastSuites SiteFree Available Wi-FiPet FriendlyHandicap Accessible Fairview Bed & Breakfast 319 N. Fairview Rd. 1 $$-$$$ fairviewbednbreakfast.com (812) 339-1209 Grant Street Inn 310 N. Grant St. 40 $$-$$$ grantstreetinn.com (812) 334-2353 Isabel's Bed & Breakfast 420 N. Oak St. 2 $ isabelsbandb.com (812) 345-9764 Persimmon Inn 412 W. 4th St. 4 $-$$$ persimmoninn.com (812) 318-1280 Showers Inn 430 N. Washington St. 12 $$-$$$ showersinn.com (812) 334-9000 Southern Comfort Bed & Breakfast 6056 E. State Road 46 4 $-$$ southerncomfortbandb.com (812) 339-4344 Walnut Street Inn 130 N. Walnut St. 5 $-$$ thewalnutstreetinn.com (812) 345-6118 Wampler House Bed, Breakfast & Spa 4905 S. Rogers St. 8 $$-$$$ wamplerhouse.com (812) 824-2446

$ $125 or less $$ $126-$175 $$$ $176 & up

84 Where comforts of home are not luxuries, but necessities.

Be at home.

Featuring all-suite accommodations this Homewood Suites hotel brings you all the comforts of home. All of our suites include a full kitchen, hot full breakfast daily, evening social Monday - Thursday, business center and high-speed internet access to keep you comfortable and connected. For relaxation, plunge into the indoor poo and spa or burn some calories in our fitness center. Satisfy your sweet tooth with a stop in our hotel Suite Shop.

At Homewood you can have it all, and for less.

Homewood Suites By Hilton 1399 Liberty Dr. Bloomington, IN 47403 www.bloomington.homewoodsuites.com (812) 323-0500

FRIENDSHIPS that NEVER FADE

Whether they start as classmates or lab partners, the people you meet at IU will be the ones you rely on forever. They’ll give you the support you need to succeed. And together you’ll leave prepared for whatever comes next.

Learn more at go.iu.edu/friendships. the heart o f Indiana university Located on Indiana University’s campus, the Indiana Memorial Union Biddle Hotel & Conference Center upholds the spirit and tradition of IU. Let us make your visit memorable with our finely appointed guest rooms and Hoosier Charm. Our guests have convenient access to their favorite Starbucks® coffee, upscale dining options from the Tudor Room, and specialty treats from Sugar&Spice.

For reservations (800) 209-8145 - (812) 856-6381 - imu.indiana.edu/hotel 900 East 7th Street Bloomington, Indiana 47405 VISITBLOOMINGTON.COM 2016 VISITORS GUIDE & MAP GUIDE VISITORS 2016

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