WELCOME TO IU!
Dear Bloomington visitor, Welcome to IU, and welcome to Bloomington! In the pages ahead, you’ll hear from writers for the Indiana Daily Student — IU’s premier student newspaper — about the coolest things about this campus of ours.
But as Editor-in-Chief of the IDS, I wanted to call dibs and offer my own two cents before you dive into this publication. We focus on things to do on campus in the pages ahead, but before you start, I wanted to lay out a few of my best pieces of advice for visitors looking for something to do off campus.
Get on Kirkwood
It’s no easy task to suggest just one thing to do on Kirkwood Avenue, the main road going through downtown and connecting to campus. So, I won’t. Just take a walk down the street and stop wherever catches your eye!
Kirkwood has all the charm of a small-town main street and all the amenities of a city twice its size. From the library to the old-timey Fountain Square mall to upscale and affordable dining options alike, it’s worth checking out Kirkwood without having any idea what you plan to do there beforehand.
Get off Kirkwood
Once you’ve had your fill of downtown, I urge you to explore in different directions. In my three-and-a-half years in Bloomington, I only just recently decided to venture further south than Switchyard Park. It was equal parts embarrassing and eye-opening to see what I’ve been missing all this time. There are so many hidden gems to the south, north, east and even on campus that you’ll miss out on if you grow too attached to the familiarity of downtown.
Visit Griffy Lake Nature Preserve
Griffy Lake feels like far too
beautiful a place to find in a three-mile radius of the center of a city the size of Bloomington. And yet, there it is. It’s a quiet and gorgeous getaway from the city, and it’s within walking distance from any part of campus if need be. Swimming is prohibited, but you should be able to keep yourself entertained hiking through the more than 1,000 acres of forest full of fauna.
Enjoy your time in Bloomington! We have a truly beautiful campus, and we’re so happy to share it with you.
Sincerely,
Jonathan Frey Editor-in-Chief, Indiana
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Kirkwood Avenue is seen on Oct. 26, 2021, in Bloomington. Kirkwood is home to several restaurants and stores for visitors to explore.
Facts about the iconic Sample Gates
The Sample Gates carry a deep history of Indiana’s culture and what IU represents.
By Nicole Blevins neblevin@iu.edu | @nblevins01
Sample Gates, one of IU’s most iconic landmarks, is more than just an entrance to campus. The gates carry a deep history of Indiana’s culture and what IU represents. Listed below are some of the most important and less-familiar facts about Sample Gates that every visitor should know.
• Edson W. Sample funded the gates in the mid-1980s and named them in honor of his parents, Louise Waite Sample and Kimsey Ownbey Sample Sr.
• Sample graduated with a Master of Science degree in 1971 and worked on campus in the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid for nearly 30 years.
• In the 1960s, Sample helped found the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators, which now serves nearly 3,000 institutions.
• The gates are built of Indiana limestone, paying homage to the state’s limestone industry.
• The two pillars that make up the gates were built to resemble the original build-
ings that stood at the oldest part of IU’s current campus, known as the Old Cresent. The buildings were constructed between 1884 and 1908.
• The gates also serve as a connection between IU’s campus and downtown Bloomington with the bustling Kirkwood Avenue across the street. Kirkwood is populated with shops, restaurants and entertainment venues.
• The Sample Gates are one of the most photographed IU structures.
• The gates have served as a backdrop for pep rallys, pro-
tests, vigils and demonstrations for students.
• Some undergraduate students believe the superstition that they should not walk through the open part of the gates until they have obtained their degree or else they will face bad luck.
• Some seniors celebrate their graduation by taking photos in IU regalia, tossing their caps or popping champagne at the gates.
• Sample Gates are briefly featured in Avicii’s “The Nights” music video and during Season 2 Episode 9 in Netflix’s “Firefly Lane.”
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The Sample Gates are pictured August 15, 2025. The Sample Gates are one of the most iconic symbols of IU.
IMU through the years
For more than 90 years, the Indiana Memorial Union has been a hub of activity at the heart of IU’s campus.
2000 The Indiana Memorial Union is nearly 500,000 square feet, making it one of the world’s largest student unions. It is home to a hotel, book store, lounges, restaurants, performance spaces and more. For more information, visit imu.indiana.edu.
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Pastry chef Charles Miller poses
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1958 Students bowl in the IMU. The bowling alley is located on the mezzanine level at the west end of the building.
1958 LEFT IU President Herman B Wells dressed as Santa Claus throws candy to students in the IMU’s Alumni Hall.
2023 RIGHT Students study in the IMU’s South Lounge.
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1932 The Indiana Daily Student covered the IMU’s dedication in 1932.
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2004 Buffet lunch is served in the Tudor Room located on the IMU’s first floor. The gothic-style Tudor Room is decorated with elegant tapestries.
IU campus honors late Hoosiers’ legacies
Many of IU’s campus buildings have stories behind their names
By Marnie Sara news@idsnews.com
Indiana University students spend countless hours learn ing, living and exercising in the various buildings on campus. It is easy to forget, though, about the stories behind the places on campus that honor the trailblaz ing Hoosiers that came before us.
Ernie Pyle Hall
Ernie Pyle came to IU in 1919 and started his journalism career at IU in 1922. He served as news editor and editor-in-chief at the Indiana Daily Student.
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Pyle is remembered for his World War II articles that offered an inside look at the military for citizens all around the nation.
Ernie Pyle Hall served as home base for the IU department of journalism for over 40 years. Although the School of Journalism has been reorganized and moved to a new location on campus, Ernie Pyle Hall continues to serve as a welcome center and houses the Walter Center for Career Achievement.
Wells Quad
If you are lucky enough, you may spend your first year on campus in one of the newly-renovated student residence halls. In 2017, IU transformed two academic buildings into one dorm and gave the new building the name Wells Quad.
Wells Quad is dedicated to Agnes E. Wells, an alumna who served as IU Dean of Women in the late 1910s. Wells was focused on improving the experience of women on campus by creat-
Former IU student and Pulitzer Prizewinning World War II correspondent Ernie Pyle (right) stands with Admiral Oliver O. Kessing (left) in 1945. Pyle studied economics at IU before leaving a semester before graduation to accept a reporting job.
ing an uplifting environment. In 1925, with the help of Wells’ leadership and dedication, IU created its first dorm devoted to female students.
Bill Garrett Fieldhouse
Whether you want to play pickup basketball, engage in a tennis match or swim laps in the pool, Bill Garrett Fieldhouse is the place to do it.
This sports facility honors a former Indiana basketball player who arrived on campus in 1947. Bill Garrett was not only the first Black basketball player at IU, but also the first to compete in the Big Ten.
During his time in Bloomington, he led the team in scoring and rebounding. He was also named IU’s most valuable player and was crowned an AllAmerican, a prestigious honor. With the help of his courage and talent, Garrett opened a door for Black athletes across the nation.
Eskenazi’s upcoming art exhibitions
By Lily Saylor saylorl@iu.edu
If you’re visiting IU this fall, the Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Museum of Art is the perfect spot to spend an afternoon. The mu seum, located at 1133 E. 7th St., features three floors full of histor ical and cultural artwork. Along with their permanent collections, this free museum also holds ex hibitions dedicated to present ing a concentrated body of work. These are some of the upcoming exhibitions to check out this fall.
Jan. 24, 2024 – Oct. 5, 2025: “Walid Raad: Sweet Talk: Com missions”
This 11-minute film centers around Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, and its residents after the Lebanese Civil War. The vid eo, created by Beirut- and New York-based artist Walid Raad, de picts the efforts to rebuild the city post-war. The film is on display in the Time-based Media Gallery on the third floor of the museum.
Sept. 4, 2025 – Dec. 14, 2025: “Remembrance and Renewal: American Artists and the Holo caust, 1940-1970”
This exhibition, comprised of approximately 60 works of art from collections nationwide, will be the first to examine how the Holocaust impacted midcentury American art development. The exhibition will be held in the Henry Radford Hope Wing, found on the first floor of the museum.
Sept. 20, 2025 – Feb. 15, 2026: “Radius: Helen Frankenthaler Prints in Context”
This exhibition celebrates the Abstract Expressionist movement and highlights Frankenthaler, an influential painter and printmaker of the mid-twentieth
century. As well as work by Frankenthaler, the exhibition also displays work by other artists from the Abstract Expressionist movement, including Lee Krasner, Robert Motherwell and Jackson Pollock. It will be held in the Rhonda and Anthony Moravec Gallery on the third floor of the museum.
Oct. 18, 2025: “Of Men and Gods and Mud”
The 18-minute short film by
Lebanese artist Ali Cherri details the work of local brickmakers in Northern Sudan and explores myths that say mankind was fashioned from mud. The 2022 film, which premiered at the 59th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia, was awarded the Silver Lion for a Promising Young Participant in the International Exhibition. The video will be available to watch in the Time-based Media Gallery on
the third floor of the museum. The Eskenazi Museum of Art is open on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and weekends from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. The museum also features a café and gift shop that is open on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and weekends from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more information about the museum or any upcoming exhibitions, refer to the museum’s website or call 812-855-5445.
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The Indiana Arc sculpture is pictured July 1, 2024, outside the Eskenazi Museum of Art in Bloomington. The museum will welcome four new exhibitions this fall.
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1. A copy of the second printing of Nicolaus Copernicus’ “On the Revolutions of the Heavenly Spheres” is pictured August 15, 2025 in IU’s Lilly Library. The library also has a first edition of the important book.
2. Curator Erin Chiparo holds the Oscar that John Ford received for the 1940 film “The Grapes of Wrath” August 15, 2025. The Lilly Library has a total of five of Ford’s Oscars.
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3. Curator Erin Chiparo displays a miniature book August 15, 2025 at IU’s Lilly Library. The library currently holds around 16,000 miniatures.
Secrets of the Lilly Library
By Sydney Weber syaweber@iu.edu
What does an approximately 80-pound version of John James Audubon’s “The Birds of America” have in common with a copy of the Marvel comic in which Spider-Man appeared for the first time? Simple. Both can be found in the Lilly Library, the home of IU’s special collections and rare books.
The IDS sat down with Erin Chiparo, the Silver-Norman Curator of Dermatology, General Medicine and Science at the Lilly Library.
This conversation has been edited for conciseness and clarity.
IDS: Can you give me a brief rundown of what the Lilly Library is?
Erin Chiparo: The Lilly Library is the rare books, special collections and manuscripts library here on IU’s campus. The library opened in 1960; it was originally built to house the collection of J.K. Lilly Junior, who was a member of the Lilly family. He was the president of Eli Lilly Company.
When the library originally opened, it housed the special collections that IU already owned, along with about 20,000
books and 18,000 pieces of manuscript that came from Mr. Lilly. Today, we have about 500,000 rare books, and that number continues to rise, and about 8.5 million pieces of manuscript. We’re (a) very large collection of this kind, and certainly one of the more prominent special collections libraries in the US.
IDS: What are some of the most rare or famous items in the collection?
Chiparo: We get asked this a lot, and it can be really hard to try to narrow it down to just a few objects. We do have an original printing of the Dunlap Broadside, so, the Declaration of Independence. We have the letter that George Washington wrote accepting the office of the presidency. We probably have the finest collection of historical Latin American materials outside of Latin America, including lots of one-of-a-kind objects or sole survivors.
We have manuscripts of Edgar Allan Poe, including two locks of his hair. We have the only printing left of the original “Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes”. We’re very strong in lots of other areas, including children’s books, miniature books, science and medicine,
Bibles, medieval books. It’s really just a collection of collections and something that could interest just about anybody. There’s a Gutenberg Bible.
Lots of libraries like this one, they will ask for letters of recommendation or research proposals in order (for visitors) to even be permitted to come inside sometimes, but we are definitely on the other end of that spectrum. We’re very pro-access. You don’t need to be affiliated with IU to use the collections.
The only thing that we ask is that they make an appointment in advance so that we know what they want to look at.
You don’t need to even be doing research to come look at things. If you think something is interesting, that’s a perfectly good reason to come and visit.
IDS: What sorts of research do people do with these items?
Chiparo: Lots of biographical research. One thing that really draws people from all over the place are our literary papers. These would be like the correspondence, photographs, drafts of authors. Sylvia Plath, Kurt Vonnegut Jr., the Kenyan author Ngügĩ. We get people coming to see those kinds of things. And in those cases, maybe no one has
spotted something yet in those kinds of collections.
IDS: Aside from two locks of Edgar Allan Poe’s hair, what are some of the more unusual items in the Lilly Library?
Chiparo: We do have quite a few objects that we refer to as realia. These would be things that are not made from paper; they’re physical objects. The hair is included in that. We have five Oscar statuettes, all of which were won by John Ford.
The other day, I was talking with an archivist who was processing a collection, and he opened a box and there were a bunch of bugs inside — not alive bugs, but bugs that this poet had collected and put in order — and so you’ll get to see these sort of windows into people’s lives this way.
Another really cool and unusual thing that’s currently on exhibition is a manuscript that the novelist Ngügĩ wrote while he was falsely imprisoned, and he wrote it on sheets of toilet tissue that he was being issued in prison. These kinds of, like, really important cultural objects that are very ephemeral, it is our privilege to be able to care for them and make sure that other people get to see them and learn from them.
The Kinsey Institute Library and Collections
By Nicole Blevins neblevin@iu.edu | @nblevins01
Dr. Alfred Kinsey founded the Kinsey Institute at Indiana University in 1947, formerly known as the Institute for Sex Research until 1981. It has since become one of the leading institutions for research in sexuality, gender and reproduction. The institute comprises three branches: research, education and collections.
Materials from Dr. Kinsey’s 1938 “Marriage and Family” course at IU were among the first contributions to the institute’s wide-ranging collection. Kinsey collected books and ar-
ticles related to all facets of sex to widen his own knowledge and understanding of the existing research.
Rebecca Fasman, curator for the Kinsey Institute, said the collection now has about 110,000 items in the artifact and photography collection and about 600,000 items in the library and archives.
Most of the items are from the past 2,000 years of human history, but a few items date back tens of thousands of years. The items in the collections span from the recently donated Bloomington Area Birth Services archive to what is thought to be the oldest pil-
low in existence from China.
In January, historic research was donated to the Kinsey Institute from sex therapist Dr. Ruth Westheimer, anthropologist Dr. Helen Fisher and feminist historian Dr. Judith Allen, all of whom passed during the summer of 2024. Their research now lies among the research and materials of Dr. Kinsey, William Masters and Virginia Johnson, and artists’ work of Henri Matisse, Robert Mapplethorpe, George Platt Lynes and Cynthia Plaster Caster, among many others. Masters and Johnson pioneered the study of human sexual response and treatment
of sexual dysfunction, and Lynes produced photographs of gay writers and artists in the 1940s.
The Kinsey Institute collections are available for qualified researchers, including IU faculty and students, who are above the age of 18 and have demonstrated research needs related to human sexuality, gender and reproduction. Contact the institute in advance to confirm admittance.
The Kinsey Institute Research Symposium: Sex and Aging will be hosted in Alumni Hall and Solarium at the Indiana Memorial Union Oct. 4 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Lindley Hall is seen Jan. 13, 2025, in Bloomington. The Kinsey Institute, housed in Lindley Hall, was established in 1947.
Who was Herman B Wells?
By Sean Gilley spgilley@iu.edu
Herman B Wells was the 11th president and first chan cellor of Indiana University, but he was more than that. Wells served the university, its faculty and its students in many differ ent capacities to transform a once small and locally-focused college into a nationally-ranked and accredited institution.
Born on June 7, 1902, Wells was very active in his high school, where he was voted “Funniest” and “Best AllAround Boy.” He served as the treasurer for his high school’s yearbook, wrote for the school newspaper and took part in theater productions and various fundraisers.
Then-IU President Herman B Wells wears his graduation gown June 10, 1957. The 11th president and the first chancellor of the school, Wells transformed a small-town school into one of the most well-known institutions in the country.
Wells initially attended the University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign before transferring to Indiana University Bloomington after his freshman year. He then went on to receive his bachelor’s degree in commerce in 1924 and, later, a master’s degree in economics, also from IU.
He began teaching economics at IU in 1930, until then-IU president William Lowe Bryan appointed Wells as dean of what would become the Kelley School of Business. Wells was Bryan’s protégé and would later succeed him as the university’s president in 1937 following Bryan’s unexpected departure.
It was under Wells’ presidency that the university expanded and prospered. Through his lobbying efforts in Congress and Indiana’s State Legislature, as well as his fundraising campaigns among alumni and local business, he was able to
undertake what he considered the “greatest single period of expansion” in the history of the university, according to his autobiography.
Wells led the development of 15 new buildings, attracted a large cohort of new faculty and budding scholars, broadened university arts and science programs and developed the university’s international study programs. Following the end of World War II, Wells, also fought to end segregation, to advance academic and intellectual freedom and to protect the environment on and around campus.
After his retirement as president in 1962, Wells was appointed to the specially-created position of chancellor. He held this position — overseeing special projects, fundraising and advising the university — until his death in 2000. Although he is no longer with us, the fruits of his labor will continue to bloom long into the future.
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Campus through the seasons
IU is known for its lush scenery. It’s ranked among the most beautiful college campuses in the country. Here’s a sneak peek at the seasons throughout the year around the Sample Gates.
A student makes her way down a snow-covered path between the Old Crescent and Sample Gates. Average high temperatures during the winter months are in the upper 30s and lows are in the 20s, but they go lower — and can feel much lower with a wind chill.
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SUMMER IU’s Landscape Services maintains an ever-changing array of flowers and plants throughout campus. Summer in Bloomington can be hot and humid with average highs in the 80s. Average lows are in the 60s.
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SPRING A group of graduates pose in their caps in May of 2019 outside Bryan Hall. The group met their freshman year in the Kelley Living Learning Center. During March, April and May, high temperatures can range from the 50s to the 70s.
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FALL Students walk by the Sample Gates. There are more than 12,000 trees on the IU campus that create a beautiful backdrop in the fall. Temperatures can vary substantially during the autumn months from highs in the 60s-70s and lows in the 40s-50s.
Little 500 through the decades
For more than 70 years, IU’s world-famous cycling race has been a key part of the IU experience.
1951 LEFT Howdy Wilcox poses with his family during the Little 500 qualifications. Wilcox, a former director of Indiana University Foundation, founded the race in 1951 to raise money for scholarships. Wilcox’s father won the Indianapolis 500 in 1919 and that race served as an inspiration. Today, money raised by the cycling race supports the Students Helping Students campaign which benefits student-selected campus initiatives.
1979 RIGHT Bikers race around the track at 10th Street Stadium. This location, next to the Wells Library, is now the site of the Arboretum. Since 1981, the Little 500 has been held at Bill Armstrong Stadium.
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1978 LEFT “Breaking Away” was filmed in Bloomington in 1978. It won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. A team of cyclists subsequently named themselves the Cutters, after the film ‘s fictional team. 1989 RIGHT Beyond Control team members Melissa Munkwitz and Catherine LaCrosse hug after their team won the women’s Little 500 race.
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2018 The Cutters celebrate their victory after the 2018 men’s Little 500. The team, named for the protagonists in the movie “Breaking Away,” are the winningest team in the race’s history with 15 victories since their debut in 1984.
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1994 Cyclists “pack up” near the lead rider as they approach the second turn in the beginning of the 1994 men’s Little 500 race. Sigma Chi ultimately won the contest. The women’s and men’s races take place each year in April. The men’s race is 200 laps, the women’s race is 100.
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2025 Cyclists crash during the fourth lap of the women’s Little 500 on April 25, 2025, at Bill Armstrong Stadium. The first women’s race was in 1988; before that, women competed in a tricycle race called the Mini 500.
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The story behind IU’s Cox Arboretum
By Lily Saylor saylorl@iu.edu
If you are taking a stroll across campus and see a towering structure ringing melodic bells, then you have found the Cox Arboretum. The arboretum spans 11 acres of IU and serves as a campus green space. While thousands of students walk through the arboretum daily, the meaning behind the space may not be as known by the public. Here’s everything you need to know about the history of the Cox Arboretum.
The Cox Arboretum
An arboretum is defined as a botanical garden devoted to trees. The Cox Arboretum is home to trees and plants, both native and exotic. The space also features the Cox Pavilion located on the northwest side of
the arboretum, which is a great spot for visitors to enjoy the fall weather. The arboretum also includes the Metz Grand Carillon, a towering musical instrument.
Jesse H. and Beulah Chanley Cox
The Cox Arboretum was dedicated and named in honor of Jesse H. and Beulah Chanley Cox in 1996. The couple met in high school, and, during the Great Depression, Jesse worked multiple jobs to eventually afford his enrollment at IU in 1939 and to marry Beulah.
Jesse earned his business degree in 1942 and founded J.H. Cox Manufacturing Co., a business that supplied venetian blinds to major retailers. Jesse and Beulah expanded their business ventures into farming and commercial real estate and used their financial successes to
generously give back to IU.
The couple gifted IU $92 million in 1997, which is still the largest gift the university has ever received from an individual. That gift later established the Cox Scholars Program, a program that rewards money to IU students that have shown financial need. The scholarship program includes six specific scholarships, all with their own eligibility requirements, and will celebrate its 20th anniversary this year.
The Metz Grand Carillon
At 128-feet-tall, the Arthur R. Metz Bicentennial Grand Carillon is easy to spot. A carillon is a mechanical keyboard instrument that produces sound through cast bronze bells. Essentially, the instrument is a bell piano in a tower. There are seven carillons in Indiana, with the
Grand Carillon located in the arboretum being the largest.
IU students enrolled in the carillon studio can play the instrument, with music ranging from classical arrangements to modern pop songs.
Original Memorial Stadium
The original Memorial Stadium was opened in 1925 and used until 1960, when the current Memorial Stadium was built. In 1971, it was renamed Tenth Street Stadium and was demolished in 1982 in order to construct the Cox Arboretum. The stadium was also featured in the 1979 film “Breaking Away.”
The film starred Dennis Christopher, Daniel Stern, Jackie Earl Haley and Dennis Quaid, and centered around the Little 500, IU’s iconic annual bike race. The movie is available to rent on Amazon Prime Video.
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The Metz Bicentennial Grand Carillon is pictured August 15, 2025. IU students can take a class in which they ring the carillon bells.
Old brass spittoon, old oaken bucket
By Dalton James jamesdm@iu.edu | @DaltonMJames
Each fall when Indiana football competes on the field, it is playing for more than just victories.
In two matchups each season, the Hoosiers are playing for a trophy and bragging rights in two historic rivalries.
Old Brass Spittoon
When Indiana and Michigan State match up on the gridiron late in the fall, the Old Brass Spittoon is on the line.
The spittoon was initiated by Michigan State’s junior and senior classes and the student council. It was then accepted by the Indiana Student Senate.
The 1950 contest between the two squads marked the first time the spittoon was awarded to the winner of the game. The spittoon originally came from one of Michigan’s earliest trading posts and is widely believed to be nearly 200 years old.
Since 1950, the Spartans lead the series 50-16-1. However, the
Hoosiers reclaimed the spittoon in their historic 2024 season with a dominant 47-10 victory over Michigan State on Nov. 2, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, Michigan.
Old Oaken Bucket
Not only are in-state bragging rights at stake between Indiana and Purdue, but so too is the Old Oaken Bucket.
Indiana and Purdue have been playing football against each other since 1891. In 1925, the Indiana and Purdue Alumni Clubs of Chicago met to “discuss the possibility of undertaking a
worthy joint enterprise on behalf of the two schools,” according to Indiana football’s game notes.
Indiana’s Dr. Clarence Jones proposed creating a trophy that would be awarded to the winner of the annual football matchup. Then, J. Frank Lindsey, who graduated from Indiana in 1913 and was elected chairman of the joint committee, chose Dr. Jones and Purdue’s Russel Gray to recommend a “suitable trophy.”
At one of the following meetings, the committee recommended “an old oaken bucket as the most typical Hoosier form of trophy, that the bucket should
be taken from some well in Indiana and that a chain to be made of bronze block ‘I’ and ‘P’ letter should be provided for the bucket.”
The committee also stated the winner of the annual matchup would possess the Old Oaken Bucket until the contest the following year, as the victor should also attach their school’s block letter to the bail with the score engraved on it.
Purdue Fritz Ernst and Indiana’s Wiley J. Huddle were tasked with finding the bucket, which they located between Kent and Hanover in southern Indiana on the old Bruner Farm, which is a region settled by the Bruner family in the 1840s. Therefore, the bucket is around 180 years old.
Since 1925, Purdue leads the Old Oaken Bucket series 63-333. Even more so than they did against Michigan State, the Hoosiers walloped the Boilermakers 66-0 in the latest matchup Nov. 30, 2024, at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington to reclaim the trophy for the first time since 2019.
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Redshirt senior defensive lineman CJ West (left) and sixth-year senior center Mike Katic (right) hold the Old Oaken Bucket after defeating Purdue on Nov. 30, 2024, at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington. The bucket has been passed between IU and Purdue since 1925.
Scenes from IU’s greenhouse
A papyrus plant takes root in a murky, swamp-like habitat. The greenhouse is open to the public from 7:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Monday through Friday most weeks of the year.
Tall trees and vines reach to the top of IU’s biology greenhouse. It contains nearly 800 di erent plant species.
A ower commonly known as the calico ower buds from a vine low to the greenhouse oor. The greenhouse has several rooms controlled for di erent climates; the calico grows in the temperate forest chamber.
The greenhouse room displaying desert ora is shown. The greenhouse was built in 1955 along with Jordan Hall, now known as the biology building.
A cacao pod ripens on one of the greenhouse’s chocolate trees. The greenhouse hosts species of ora originating from all over the world, including some which are extinct in the wild.
The titular bulbs of the bulbophyllum phalaenopsis rest against the rope holding them in place. B. phalaenopsis and many other plants housed in the greenhouse give o unappetizing smells, especially in the warmer rooms.
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Savor the flavor
A visitor’s guide to campus dining
By Ursula Stickelmaier ustickel@iu.edu
If you’re visiting IU, you probably already have a checklist of everything you want to do during your trip. Popular things may include seeing Sample Gates, checking out the student in your life’s’ class route or maybe going to a football game this fall. While all these things can make a great visit, nothing brings the campus experience to life quite like eating there. With lots of dining options available to visitors, here is a guide to eating at IU.
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The IMU is a great place for a meal. With 10 dining options, visitors have their choice of many cuisines — including Pan-Asianstyle street food to a classic salad bar. If you’re looking for sit-down restaurants, the best two options are the Tudor Room, located on the first floor, or The Vault Pub, which is at the Lobby Level with access from the Main Level or Patio.
The Tudor Room was built in 1959 as part of the $9.1 million Biddle Hotel & Conference Center, a wing added to the IMU in 1960 which offers hotel accommodations and conference spaces for university visitors and guests. Drawing inspiration from Tudor England, the Tudor Room is a fine dining experience with a buffet twist for those looking to have a nice meal with their student. Reservations can be made online on the IMU Tudor Room website but are not required. Customers can also get vouchers to park in the pay lots at a discounted rate. Pricing for the Tudor Room varies depending
on age group. Though closed on Saturdays, the restaurant is open weekdays for lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and for brunch on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
If you’re looking for coffee during your visit to IU, the IMU offers both a Starbucks, found on the First Floor, and Sugar & Spice Bakery, an IU classic that can be located on the Main Level. Starbucks takes Dining Dollars for students looking to get a quick drink, and cash or card. Visitors can also order ahead using the Starbucks app. The Sugar and Spice Bakery has been a campus favorite for over 50 years. Serving La Colombe coffee, along with various teas, smoothies and boba tea, Sugar and Spice Bakery can be ordered at the counter or ahead through Grubhub. If you’re looking to bring home your favorite treats from the bakery, or make a custom order, that can be done online through the IMU Sugar and Spice Bakery website.
The IMU also offers dining options for you to take on-the-go or sit down and enjoy in the various IMU dining areas. All allow you to pay at the counter using a card or use Dinging Dollars or Meal Exchanges if your student has a meal plan, with several also having an order ahead option through Grubhub. While the menus at these restaurants primarily remain unchanged, The Globe, which brings Bloomington restaraunts and food trucks to campus, changes its menu depending on the day and meal being served. Visitors can find a breakdown of their menu schedule for the IMU location, and its locations at the Bookmarket and Eigenmann Cafe, on the IU Dining website.
All primarily located on the Main Level of the IMU, these dining options have enough variety to make sure everyone in your party can get something they enjoy.
All You Care to Eat locations
If you’re looking to enjoy a meal as an IU student would, look no further than the various All You Care to Eat locations found around campus. The AYCE locations can be separated between dining hall and eateries, with dining halls having lots of variety with up to 10 “mini restaurants” in one location. Though they have fewer options, the eateries are still a great place to check out and can be found at the Collins Living Learning Center and Goodbody Hall. AYCE locations are exactly how they sound, providing a space for both students and visitors to enjoy all the food they want with the cost of one meal swipe or payment, a price which varies depending on the time of day and meal.
The dining hall options can be found at Forest Quadrangle, McNutt Quadrangle and Joseph A. Wright Quadrangle. Newly reopened, Wright Quad Dining Hall features many similar options to the dining halls around campus,
including an allergen free zone for those with specific food requirements.
Campus Cafes and the Bookmarket
Various cafes can also be found around popular spots on campus, such as the Luzetta and Del Newkirk Café which can be found at the Eskenazi Art Museum. All options accept dining dollars along with credit cards. Recently remodeled, the Bookmarket is also a great dining option for visitors to check out. Like the IMU food court area, the Bookmarket at Herman B Wells Library will offer plenty of food options, including a Kings Hawaiian chicken shop and Blenz Bowls smoothies and bowls. The pay options will work similarly as well with visitors able to pay at the counter using their credit or debit card.
Dining at Read Residence Hall will also reopen this fall. Though the classic dining hall closed March 15 for a remodel and restructuring of its food services, in its place a Starbucks and Poke by Sushi King will open. Like other dining options around campus, the Read locations for both restaurants will accept credit or debit cards.
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A student grabs lunch inside Forest Dining Hall on Oct. 9, 2024, in Bloomington. This year, the dining hall offers 10 micro restaurants.
Meet Martha the Mop Lady
By Jack Forrest jhforres@iu.edu | @byjackforrest
How often does a custodian command the attention of thousands of fans?
During the IU basketball season at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, it’s nearly every week. “Martha the Mop Lady” is the name ascribed to opera singer Martha Webster, who portrayed the character in an Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance commercial played in the 1970s and ‘80s.
e commercial was almost instantly iconic. Martha, sporting a white out t accented by a red bonnet and apron, mops the hallowed oors of Assembly Hall. A cacophony of kazoo sounds plays IU’s ght song, “Indiana, Our Indiana,” as Mar-
tha whistles along. Eventually, she begins to belt out the words:
“Never daunted, we cannot falter, in the battle, we’re tried and true!”
e ad aired before IU basketball games on local television channel WTTV-4. But as the Bob Knight-led Hoosiers grew a national audience, CBS began airing IU games across the country, and the ad stopped playing. After more than 20 years o the air, IU and Indiana Farm Bureau brought back the ad in 2010 — this time, on the screens at Assembly Hall. It’s become a staple of the Hoosiers’ pregame ritual for all men’s and women’s games, with fans clapping along to Martha’s performance of the ght song.
But Martha’s impact extends beyond the commercial. After
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initially declaring for the NBA draft in 2022, IU men’s basketball big man Trayce JacksonDavis announced he’d return to IU for his senior year with an edit set to the audio from the ad. In 2023, Jacobs School of Music opera singer Maggie Kinabrew portrayed Martha in a live rendition of the commercial in Assembly Hall. Another singer dressed as Martha led fans in song at a women’s basketball game in November 2024; that same month, IU also licensed out Martha-branded merchandise.
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Martha the Mop Lady is photographed February 16, 1980. Opera singer Martha Webster played a cleaning woman (sometimes referred to as “Martha the Mop Lady”) for Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance television commercials from 1978-1988.
Fans can now purchase o cial Martha mugs, shirts and more. So, the next time you clap along to “Indiana, Our Indiana” at a game, remember the story of the janitor who became a symbol of Indiana basketball.
Spot these 8 sculptures on campus
By Theo Hawkins sohawkin@iu.edu
Hoagy Carmichael
Location: near the IU Auditorium
Famed jazz composer, pianist and singer Hoagy Carmichael grew up in Bloomington and attended the IU School of Law. It was at IU that he composed “Stardust,” which, along with his other pieces “Georgia on My Mind,” “ e Nearness of You,” and “Heart and Soul,” became one of the most-recorded American songs ever written. is sculpture was completed in 2008 and was Michael McAuley’s rst IU campus installation.
Elinor Ostrom
Location: behind Woodburn Hall is joyous statue is the second of Michael McAuley’s works on the Bloomington campus, designed in 2020. It honors Elinor Ostrom, a long-time IU professor who became the rst woman to win a Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in 2009 for her groundbreaking study of shared governance.
George Taliaferro
Location: outside the Memorial Stadium North End Zone facility
Playing for IU football in 1945-1948 — a three-time All-American and the star of a historic undefeated 1945 team — was just the start for George Taliaferro. He went on to become the rst Black player drafted into the NFL, where he spent seven seasons. In 1972, after earning his master’s degree, teaching and becoming dean of students at other institutions, Taliaferro returned to IU for another two decades, serving as special assistant to the president and dean of the School of Social Work. Taliaferro died in 2018, and this statue was done by Brian Hanlon and unveiled in 2019.
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John Mellencamp
Location: near the IU Auditorium is sculpture of singer-songwriter and Bloomington resident John Mellencamp was created by Michael McAuley and unveiled in October 2024. Mellencamp was born in Seymour, Indiana, in 1951 and rose to fame in the 1980s with such hits as “Hurts So Good” and “Jack and Diane.” In 2024, Mellencamp donated a collection of his own work and items including his paintings and multimedia artworks, photos and instruments and partnered with the Eskenazi Museum of Art to display a collection of his visual art from 1991 and onward.
Alfred C. Kinsey
Location: east of Lindley Hall is sculpture of biologist and sex researcher Alfred C. Kinsey was installed on campus in 2022 in commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the Kinsey Institute for Sex Research, where he conducted groundbreaking research on human sexuality. His team is best known for having collected over 18,000 sex histories and publishing “Sexual Behavior in the Human Male” and “Sexual Behavior in the Human Female,” both still landmarks in the eld. e sculpture is surrounded by irises, in honor of Kinsey’s love for gardening; he is said to have cultivated over 200 varieties of irises at home. e statue was designed by IU lecturer Melanie Cooper Pennington.
Ernie Pyle
Location: in front of Franklin Hall
Tuck Langland designed this bronze statue of Ernie Pyle, dedicated in 2014 with the creation of the IU Media School. Pyle was a Pulitzer Prize-winning World War II correspondent, known for his ability to connect with his subjects and honest depictions of the war, who was killed in 1945 while reporting.
Herman B Wells
Location: near the Rose Well House is statue of IU’s beloved former president and chancellor Herman B Wells was built on commission by Tuck Langland in 2000. Wells served the school as president from 1938 until he retired from the position and was appointed IU’s rst chancellor in 1962, a job he maintained until his death in 2000. It’s IU tradition to shake Wells’ hand for good luck.
“The Space Between: Adam and Eve”
Location: Dunn’s Woods, near Kirkwood Hall
Jean-Paul Darriau was an internationally recognized sculptor and an Associate Professor of Sculpture at IU between 1961 and 1996. In 1965, he cast these two statues of Adam and Eve. is pair was restored in 2012 after a storm left Adam with a dent in his head in 2011.
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IU through the years
For decades, the IU campus has offered a vibrant atmosphere for students and visitors alike. Here is a quick look at college life in Bloomington over time.
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1900 Members of the University Orchestra pose for a portrait. Second from right, front, is Frank Aydelotte who would become president of Swarthmore College.
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2019 Students visit the Eskenazi Museum of Art. The museum was designed by renowned architect I.M. Pei and its collection contains about 47,000 objects.
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1967 Before cell phones, students shared landline phones situated in phone boxes in the wall between dorm rooms.
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2023 Ginaia Black performs as Juliette during the “Romeo et Juliette” dress rehearsal Nov. 7, 2023, at the Musical Arts Center.
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2005 Fireworks burst overhead while the pep band plays during an IU homecoming rally at the Sample Gates. The 2025 homecoming parade is scheduled for Oct. 17 with a football game on Oct. 18 against Michigan State.
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1945 All-American and IU football legend George Taliaferro led the Hoosiers to their only undefeated Big Ten Conference championship during his rookie year in 1945.
2013 Students perform a line dance before the end of the IU Dance Marathon Nov. 17, 2013, at the Indoor Tennis Center. The annual charity event raised $2,622,123.21 for Riley Hospital for Children in 2013.
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1996 Members of the African American Dance Company perform a piece choreographed by director Iris Rosa called “Spiritual Suite.” The company was founded in 1974.
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1976 Duke Wesley Sapp plays records for listeners at the WIUS station. Today, the student-run radio station on campus is WIUX, which is located in the Media School in Franklin Hall.
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1948 Marjorie Jean Smith holds a copy of “Sexual Behavior in the Human Male” by IU researcher Alfred Kinsey. Smith served as editor of IU’s Indiana Daily Student newspaper.
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For decades, dances — formal and informal — were popular with students. According to the 1968 Arbutus yearbook, “It was all so groovy, even those who were improvising along the way ... ”
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Students pose in front of the Student Building. The iconic clock tower has been a favorite backdrop for photos over the years.
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2004 Senior Ned Grabavoy displays the College Cup Champion trophy with head coach Jerry Yeagley and teammates. The Hoosiers have won eight national championships: 1982, 1983, 1988, 1998, 1999, 2003, 2004 and 2012.
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IU Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology
By Lily Saylor saylorl@iu.edu
If you are visiting IU and want to get lost in history, look no further than the IU Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology. Located at 416 N. Indiana Ave., the museum houses over five million objects of cultural heritage and archaeological significance. The IUMAA’s development and external communications manager, Camden Hill, said the museum has plenty to offer, from free community events to a wide variety of collections and exhibitions.
“We are the principal caretaker of global cultural heritage for IU and our exhibitions really try to tell the human stories behind our objects,” Hill said.
Currently on display is “City on the River,” an exhibition
which tells the story of Angel Mounds, a significant Mississippian site. The exhibition is a culmination of years of collaboration with the Angel Mounds Exhibition Advisory Council, a group made up of living Indigenous descendant communities.
At the end of October, the museum is presenting “The Journey of Women.” The exhibition centers around Yemeni jewelry and the role it played in Yemeni women’s lives.
“The jewelry is absolutely beautiful,” Hill said. “And I think anyone interested in history or interested in jewelry would really enjoy coming to see that.”
Hill said that the IUMAA is careful not to think of its pieces as theirs, rather, the museum staff are the caretakers of the pieces, with the responsibility and privilege to steward them.
“We want to be connected with the community that created these objects and make sure that there is always a dialogue in that we are respecting those communities and what they would wish for those objects,” he said. “I think that is one of our values that kind of sets us apart. Other museums are moving in this direction, but we are trying to be on the forefront of that as much as we can.”
As well as exhibitions, the facility also hosts free community events that have been a hit for both students and families in the Bloomington community. Past events included a Valentines Day-themed “Love at the Museum” event and a South Asian-themed “Night at the Museum” with Bollywood dancing.
This year, Hill said the mu-
seum is continuing that event series with fall festivals to celebrate a variety of cultures. The free events will be held every second Thursday of the month from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. While the museum will celebrate Halloween this fall, Hill emphasized the importance of branching out and showcasing diversity, as well.
“We’re trying to shift the focus towards bringing everyone to the table, not just everything being Halloween, or so American-centric all the time,” he said.
The IUMAA is closed Sunday and Monday, open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. as well as Saturdays from 12 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
For more information about upcoming events or exhibitions, visit the IUMAA’s website.
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The IU Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology is seen Jan. 14, 2023, at 416 N. Indiana Ave. The museum hosted its grand opening community celebration in October 2024 and houses more than 5 million artifacts.
The history of IU’s Showalter Fountain
By Natalia Nelson nelsonnb@iu.edu | @natalianelsonn
The first time a fish was stolen from the Showalter Fountain was the last time IU basketball won an NCAA tournament in 1987.
Since then, the smallest of the five fish statues that surround the sculpture of Venus in the heart of the Fine Arts Plaza has been stolen and replaced multiple times. The fish was swiped once more when former men’s basketball head coach Bob Knight was fired in 2000, replaced with a replica fish in 2009. It was nabbed again in 2010, an impressive feat considering the sculpture weighs over 300 pounds.
The replica fish was recovered in 2013, but the original bronze statue has never been
found. Campus legend offers the fish will be returned when IU men’s basketball wins a championship title again, while others say the Hoosiers won’t win unless the original is returned.
Occasionally, the fish have been removed from the statue by the university ahead of certain events to prevent further theft or damage.
The 15-foot fountain was designed by former IU professor Robert Laurent and funded by Grace Showalter, a graduate of IU and member of the IU Foundation, in memory of her late husband, Ralph W. Showalter. A rendition of the birth of Venus, the bronze statue depicts the Ro-
man goddess of love and beauty as she emerges from a clamshell, surrounded by five fish, four of which are original from when the fountain was first erected.
The Showalter Fountain was completed in 1961 and is a centerpiece of culture and history at IU — it’s tradition for students to swim in the fountain at least once before graduation. The landmark also serves as a backdrop for student protests, demonstrations and vigils.
In former president Herman B Wells’ dedication address, he said the statue was a testimony to IU’s commitment to the arts. Now the plaza, at the intersection of the Eskenazi Museum of Art, the art school and the IU Auditorium, hosts IU’s First Thursdays festivals, which highlight local artists and vendors.
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Showalter Fountain is pictured August 15, 2025. The fountain features a statue of Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, circled by fish.
How IU Cinema brings film to life
By Arnaav Anand arnanand@iu.edu
At IU Cinema, the process of screening a film begins long before the audience enters the theater. With a 34-foot screen, four projectors and 21 speakers, the art house venue is equipped to deliver a state-of-the-art viewing experience, but getting to that point takes careful planning and technical precision.
The Indiana Daily Student spoke with IU Cinema Director Alicia Kozma to get an in-depth perspective on how a movie is developed at the cinema.
Projecting on digital
It starts with coordination between the cinema and the film’s distributor. Once a film is selected, the cinema works directly with the distributor, who sends across a digital cinema package. The DCP is essentially
an external hard drive containing various files — most importantly, the film itself. It may also include bonus content, trailers and other additional materials if requested.
“We aim to receive these DCPs about six weeks in advance of the scheduled screening,” Kozma said. “Although four weeks is our minimum threshold.”
Once the DCP arrives, it is ingested and copied into the digital projector’s server. The server is responsible for storing and managing every piece of content that appears on screen. At this stage, the technical team checks to ensure the files are intact and functioning correctly. To unlock and play the encrypted film content, the team uses a unique digital code called the key delivery message from the distributor.
With the key in place, it’s time to initiate quality control. This
includes a thorough check of the entire film, ensuring it looks and sounds the way it should. The cinema employees harness the film through an integrated cinema media processor chip called Barco Alchemy, which reads the content from the DCP. They additionally verify the availability of accessibility features like captions. The cinema also makes sure its closed-caption devices work properly with the content.
About three weeks before the screening, the film is scheduled for another round of QC and testing.
“Our digital projector operates much like Spotify or Apple Music,” Kozma said. “We maintain a playlist to organize everything shown on screen.”
This playlist, built using a software called Doremi, helps to control dynamic elements such as moving the curtains and adjusting the lights. Pre-show
materials such as emergency exit slides, promotional content and trailers are assembled as needed. The film and any bonus material are added after the preshow lineup.
Sound testing is one of the first steps in QC. Because every film has its own unique audio levels, projectionists identify the quietest and loudest moments to ensure volume remains consistent.
“This isn’t automated by the way,” Kozma said. “It’s all done manually by ear.”
Since the number of people in the room affects the way sound travels, the volume is adjusted closer to the screening day based on the audience size to create a balanced audio experience.
Then the cinema conducts two rounds of testing in the weeks before the screening. On the day of the event, a third and final check
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Director of Cinema Technology B. Elena Grassia mounts a lens on the twin Kinoton projector on March 25, 2022, at the IU Cinema. The Kinoton FP 38 E-S is a dual gauge projector capable of projecting both 35mm and 16mm film.
is performed. As the film starts playing, the projectionists monitor the picture and sound from the booth, while other staff members listen from inside the auditorium.
“If the crowd is larger than expected, small real-time adjustments to the volume might be made,” Kozma said. “These changes are subtle and go unnoticed by most, but they help create the best possible experience.”
Projecting on film
When the cinema screens on film instead of digital, the process is much more hands-on. The film typically arrives as one to eight physical reels, depending on the runtime, and is carefully inspected before screenings. Technicians have inspection benches with film runners at both ends. Using a magnifying loop and a light table, the technicians crank each reel manually, checking for shrinkage, dirt, damage and any previous repairs.
“We won’t proceed until we know the print is safe for both the film and the projector,” Kozma said.
Film prints are expected at least eight weeks ahead of time because they’re bulky, fragile and must be shipped with care.
Film screenings also require different equipment than digital ones. While digital content can be inspected through software, the celluloid-based reels need to be physically reviewed frame by frame. Once inspected, the reels are assembled in the correct order.
The cinema boasts twin Kinoton 16mm and 35mm changeover film projectors for seamless reel changes. While one projector runs, the subsequent reel is prepped on the other.
“We’re always one reel ahead,” Kozma said. “As soon as
one reel ends, the next one be gins without delay.”
Sound for film works differ ently than digital, so the em ployees test it twice to get it right. Even with a film print, the employees can still create a digi tal playlist for pre-show content and automation, meaning both digital and analog systems work in tandem.
Unlike digital screenings, which can be fine-tuned re motely — sometimes even us ing an iPad — film projection ists must be physically present in the booth to make manual corrections. For instance, if the film slips out of frame alignment during projection, the operator must adjust it by hand.
Student projectionist Ebenezer Eferobor checks a film at the projectionist portal station on March 25, 2022, at the IU Cinema. The station allows the projectionist to configure playback and volume settings and automations like lighting and curtain movement while overlooking the screen through a window.
“These changes are often so subtle that audiences won’t notice,” Kozma said. “But a trained eye catches them immediately.”
Captions are harder to manage. Older celluloid prints lack open captions because the technology simply didn’t exist when they were made. Whether closed-caption options are available depends on whether the film was remastered. Kozma said accessibility remains a challenge.
“Even though we’re required to provide accessible screenings, distributors are not obligated to supply accessible versions,” she said. “So, sometimes, even when we want to offer captions, they just don’t exist for certain titles.”
For celluloid film, inspecting the reels alone takes five to seven hours, and the full preparation process — inspection, assembly and testing — can take anywhere from 10 to 15 hours in total.
Once the screening ends,
the employees rewind the reels, prepare an inspection report, detailing any issues or repairs, and repack the film into heavy metal containers to return to the distributor.
“Preparing a film to be screened at IU Cinema — whether digitally or on celluloid — is a very detailed and specialized process,” Kozma said. “From the seats in the Cinema it looks like movie magic when it’s really the dedicated labor and talent of the Cinema team.”
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Cinema Technology Specialist Seth Mutchler discusses an event with two student projectionists on March 25, 2022, at the IU Cinema. Student Projectionists work under the direct supervision of the Technology Manager and operate as part of a team to present digital cinema screenings.
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Podcasts to listen to if you want to get to know IU, Bloomington and
By Vincent Winkler viwink@iu.edu | @vinceisonline
IU-Bloomington is in a vibrant city full of culture, art and diverse activities. Whether you’re a history nut, outdoorsman or night-lifer, the famous college town has a little something for everyone to enjoy.
If you’re just starting at IU or simply someone new to the area and want to get to know your surroundings, here are some podcasts you must listen to. Podcasts on the subject are a great way to learn about the city — you can even drive around or visit the locations you hear as you listen to them.
Hosted by IU alumni, Media School professor and journalist James Shanahan, as well as Executive Director of Content Strategy Janae Cummings, “Through the Gates” is the official podcast of IU. It explores various facets of campus life, academic achievements and community engagements. Each
episode features interviews with faculty, students and alumni, providing insights into the vibrant community at IU. This is a great place to start if you’re looking for a view into the world of student life at the university. You can listen to the podcast through the Media School’s collection or on SoundCloud.
A more niche podcast, “Earth Eats,” produced by WFIU Public Radio, focuses on food and sustainability. This podcast explores local food systems, farm-to-table practices and recipes that reflect the agricultural richness of Indiana. Kayte Young, host and producer of “Earth Eats,” found her love for growing, cooking, foraging and preserving fresh food upon moving to Bloomington in 2007. With a background in construction, architecture, nutrition education and writing, her passion for the subject is evident in the podcast. Young lives in Bloomington’s McDoel Gardens neighborhood, where she tends to a colony of bees and
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a thriving garden. Listen to the podcast on NPR’s website or on Apple Podcasts.
If you want to focus more on the historical aspects of IU, dive into the world of “Talking Hoosier History.” Hosted by historians from the Indiana Historical Bureau, this podcast uncovers fascinating stories about the state’s past, including pivotal moments and notable figures that have shaped Indiana’s identity.
For over a century, the Indiana Historical Bureau has connected people with Indiana’s history through publications, historical markers and now, podcasts. “Talking Hoosier History” is their storytelling podcast, delving into the diverse narratives of Indiana’s past. Featuring guests like former Indiana Poet Laureate Shari Wagner and Marion County Historian Steve Barnett, episodes cover a range of topics such as African American history, women’s history, science and poetry — all
of which offer a fresh perspective on the state’s rich cultural heritage. You can listen to THH wherever you get your podcasts.
The last mention is for the sports fanatics and, if you’re new to Bloomington, you’ll want to become a Hoosiers fan if you aren’t already. IU sports have some of the most dedicated fan bases in the country, and there’s nothing more hype than seeing the teams in action. “Hoosier Hysterics” is a podcast that covers everything about IU athletics. From game highlights to interviews with coaches and players, this podcast captures the passion and pride associated with Hoosier sports culture. The podcast also features discussions and critiques about the current state of IU sports programs, making it a must-listen for fans who live and breathe cream and crimson or those looking to get insight into the passionate world of your new favorite collegiate sports team. Give it a listen wherever you get your podcasts.
Stargazing on campus at the Kirkwood Observatory
By Sydney Weber syaweber@iu.edu
e Kirkwood Observatory pops up from amongst the trees of Dunn’s Woods near Sample Gates. is is an unexpected location for a telescope, since being in the middle of the city of Bloomington means there’s light pollution blocking some of the view.
e observatory hasn’t always been so centrally located, however. Photos from the Astronomy Department’s website show that in 1906, a few years after its construction in 1900, the observatory stood in a clearing, apart from what is now IU’s campus.
ough no longer used for scienti c research, the observatory still hosts outreach events to engage the community with the universe.
Wednesday nights between March and November — when classes are in session and the sky is clear — the observatory hosts open nights when the public can come and see the telescope. e full schedule is available on the Astronomy
Department’s website.
Approximately three times a month, the observatory also o ers Solar Saturdays from 1-3 p.m. During that time, visitors can see mirror projections of the sun, including sunspots and the Sun’s chromosphere.
e IDS spoke with Sarah Popp, the Astronomy Department’s outreach coordinator, to learn more about the observatory’s past and present.
is conversation has been edited for conciseness and clarity.
IDS: What is your role with the Kirkwood Observatory?
Sarah Popp: I organize all of our community outreach events, including our Kirkwood Observatory open house nights.
IDS: Can you tell me about those?
Popp: Kirkwood is our observatory on campus. We have a 12-inch refracting telescope in the observatory. We don’t use Kirkwood for scienti c research anymore, but it’s a really great telescope for outreach and education.
e observatory is open to the public every Wednesday night from spring break to
anksgiving, weather permitting, of course. And for those open house nights, anyone can come show up; it’s totally free. We will give a little tour of the observatory and some background information and then take people up to the telescope to look at whatever cool astronomical thing we’re looking at that night.
IDS: What are some of the things that people see on the tour?
Popp: We have a lot of informational displays up about the history of the observatory on campus and how it’s been used on campus. We have the solar telescope, which we won’t have open while we’re doing the open house night, because those are at night, and so we can’t look at the sun. But we also do Solar Saturdays when people can come and look at the sun using the solar telescope. And then we’ll take people up to the actual telescope in the dome; it’s the original telescope from 1900.
IDS: What research has been done in the past at the observatory?
Popp: Some of the things that
the observatory has been used for, I believe it’s been used for studying asteroids and measuring their orbits. en it was used for studying binary stars.
(In terms of the) history of the observatory, Kirkwood was built in 1900 and started operating in 1901. It’s named after Daniel Kirkwood, who was actually a professor of mathematics here at IU. He is the same person that Kirkwood Avenue is named for.
He was known for measuring the orbits of asteroids. He noticed gaps in the distribution of asteroids in the asteroid belt, and he was able to gure out why those gaps were happening, and now they’re known as Kirkwood gaps.
He also did some research on Saturn’s rings and found the same type of thing happening. Kirkwood himself never actually used the Kirkwood Observatory. It was completed about six years after his death.
You don’t have to drive to Bloomington’s outskirts to see the stars well; just come visit the Kirkwood Observatory on a Wednesday night.
bands alike live from the vineyard. visitbloomington.com
SEPT. 1-DEC. 29
TRIVIA NIGHT W/ BLOOMINGTON PUB QUIZ
Various locations 8:30 p.m.
Trivia every monday night. 21+ wfhb.org
SEPT. 2
FOOD TRUCK TUESDAY AT THE TRADES DISTRICT
617 N Madison St.
Every Tuesday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Trucks serving meals and drinks. visitbloomington.com
SEPT. 2 & 16
TUESDAY TUNES AT HOPEWELL COMMONS
Hopewell Commons
4:30 p.m.
Live artists and bands the first and third Tuesdays of September. iuhoosiers.com
Education Library
History and culture lecture series. For specific day and time go to: events.iu.edu
SEPT. 3
IU MEN’S SOCCER VS SAINT LOUIS
Bill Armstrong Stadium 8 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 4
IU WOMEN’S SOCCER VS XAVIER
Bill Armstrong Stadium 8 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 4
PEOPLE’S PARK CONCERT SERIES
People’s Park 4:30 p.m.
Live music every other Thursday in September. visitbloomington.com
(SING-ALONG VERSION)
Bryan Park 8:15 p.m.
Start time is estimated, movie begins at dusk. guides.idsnews.com
SEPT. 5
IU WOMENS VOLLEYBALL VS WESTERN MICHIGAN Wilkinson Hall 7 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 5-OCT. 24
BLOOMINGTON FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS
Switchyard Park 11 a.m.
Enjoy live music and local food. visitbloomington.com
SEPT. 6
IU FOOTBALL VS KENNESAW STATE Memorial Stadium Noon iuhoosiers.com
NEXT TO NORMAL
Waldron Arts Center
Local performance of the Tony winning rock musical. For specific days and times, go to: visitbloomington.com
SEPT. 6-OCT. 26. BLOOMINGTON COMMUNITY FARMERS MARKET
Showers Common 8 a.m. every Saturday Booths from local vendors. visitbloomington.com
SEPT. 7
IU FIELD HOCKEY VS. LOUISVILLE
Deborah Tobias Field Noon iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 7
IU WOMEN’S SOCCER VS OHIO
Bill Armstrong Stadium
1 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 9
JOHN MORELAND
Buskirk-Chumley Theater
7 p.m.
Musical performance by a folk-rock singer-songwriter. buskirkchumley.org
SEPT. 12
IU FOOTBALL VS INDIANA STATE
Memorial Stadium
6:30 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 12
IU FIELD HOCKEY VS LOCK HAVEN
Deborah Tobias Field
1 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 12-SEPT. 21
“ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND”
Constellation Playhouse
Family fun play adaptation of “Through the Looking Glass” and “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland”. For specific days and times go to: seeconstellation.org
SEPT. 13
HAIRBANGERS BALL
Bluebird Nightclub
9 p.m.
80’s hair metal cover band. thebluebird.ws
SEPT. 13
MAINSTAGE IN CONCERT - DIE WALKURE
Musical Arts Center
7:30 p.m.
Opera. operaballet.indiana.edu
SEPT. 14
NAMIWALKS GREATER BLOOMINGTON AREA
Switchyard Park Noon
1.78-mile walk through the park to raise awareness for mental health. L wfhb.org
SEPT. 16
ALL-INDUSTRY CAREER AND INTERNSHIP FAIR
IU Memorial Union
For specific times go to: event.iu.edu
SEPT. 18
SHIP WREK
The Bluebird Nightclub
9 p.m.
Hip-Hop/Rap and Dance/Electronic performance. thebluebird.ws
SEPT. 19
MICHAEL PALASCAK
Buskirk-Chumley Theater
7 p.m.
Comedy performance. buskirkchumley.org
SEPT. 19
IU FIELD HOCKEY VS IOWA
Deborah Tobias Field
3 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 20
IU FOOTBALL VS ILLINOIS
Memorial Stadium
For specific days and times, go to: iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 20
IU FAMILY WEEKEND TAILGATE
IU Athletics Tailgate Area
Annual tradition for families with games, food, and performances
For specific days and times go to: events.iu.edu
SEPT. 20
LA FIESTA DEL OTONO
Switchyard Park Pavilion Noon
Annual celebration of Hispanic and Latino culture, with activities for the whole family. visitbloomington.com
SEPT. 20
WITCH FEST
Courthouse Lawn Noon
Live music, artists, handmade crafts, and astrological readings. visitbloomington.com
SEPT. 21
IT’S COMPLICATED | ADDITIONAL FILMS AND GUESTS
IU Cinema
4 p.m.
Film presented by the Kinsey Institue’s Sex and Aging Symposium. events.iu.edu
SEPT. 25
IU WOMENS SOCCER VS WASHINGTON
Bill Armstrong Stadium
8 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 25-28
32ND ANNUAL LOTUS WORLD MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL
Downtown Bloomington
Indiana’s annual celebration of world music, arts and culture. visitbloomington.com
For specific day and time go to: buskirkchumley.org
SEPT. 27
WOMENS VOLLEYBALL VS WASHINGTON Wilkinson Hall
7 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 27
IU FOOTBALL VS IOWA Memorial Stadium
For specific days and times, go to: iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 27
CREAM & CRIMSON CLASSIC IMU Alumni Hall
7 p.m.
Annual collegiate ballroom dance competition led by the IU Ballroom Dance Club with dancers from the Big Ten. events.iu.edu
SEPT. 27- OCT. 4
THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO
Musical Arts Center
Opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart from the Jacobs School of Music.
For specific day and time go to: operaballet.indiana.edu
SEPT. 28
IU WOMENS SOCCER VS OREGON
Bill Armstrong Stadium 1 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
SEPT. 30
BRENT WALLARAB JAZZ ENSEMBLE 8 p.m.
Musical Arts Center events.iu.edu
OCT. 3-4
BOOK OF MORMON
IU Auditorium
8 p.m. iuauditorium.com
OCT. 3
FRIDAY NIGHT FRIGHTS: DEMONS/DÈMONI
IU Cinema 10 p.m.
Horror movie showing. events.iu.edu
OCT. 4
IU FIELD HOCKEY VS UC DAVIS
Deborah Tobias Field 3 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 4
HOOSIERS OUTRUN CANCER
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall 10:00 a.m. 5k walk/run through IU campus. visitbloomington.com
OCT. 6
TOM WALSH JAZZ ENSEMBLE
Musical Arts Center
8 p.m.
Jacobs School of Music Ensemble directed by professorTom Walsh. events.iu.edu
IDS FILE PHOTO
BLOOMINGTON PRIDEFEST
OCT. 9
IU WOMEN’S SOCCER VS NORTHWESTERN
Bill Armstrong Stadium
7:30 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 9
FRED ARMISEN: COMEDY FOR MUSCIANS BUT EVERYONE IS WELCOME
Buskirk-Chumley
7:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. buskirkchumley.org
OCT. 10
IU MEN’S SOCCER VS OHIO STATE
Bill Armstrong Stadium
7:30 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 10-12
HILLY HUNDRED BICYCLE TOUR
Ellettsville, IN
Through the Rolling Hills of South Central Indiana
For specific days and times, go to: visitbloomington.com
OCT. 11
STEVE GONSALVES LIVE A LIFE WITH GHOSTS Buskirk-Chumley
7:00 p.m.
An evening of hauntings and true tales of the paranormal. buskirkchumley.org
OCT. 11
BLOOMINGTON MUSIC EXPO
Switchyard Park
10 a.m.
Explore 50+ tables filled with a selection of thousands of music items. ftrvinyl.com
OCT. 11
16TH ANNUAL GREAT GLASS PUMPKIN PATCH
Monroe County Courthouse 10 a.m.
Make a blown glass pumpkin! visitbloomington.com
OCT. 13
NATALIE BOEYINK JAZZ ENSEMBLE Buskirk-Chumley 7:30 p.m. buskirkchumley.org
OCT. 14
THE TRAGEDY OF HAMLET, PRINCE OF DENMARK
IU Auditorium
7:30 p.m. iuauditorium.com
OCT. 16
IU WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL VS PURDUE
Gainbridge Fieldhouse 7 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 16
DENNIS JAMES HOSTS HALLOWEEN
IU Auditorium 7:30 p.m. iuauditorium.com
OCT. 16-21
41ST ANNUAL HHFB COMMUNITY BOOK FAIR Monroe County Fairgrounds 9 a.m. hhfoodbank.org
OCT. 17
HALLOWEEN (1978) Buskirk-Chumley 7:00 p.m. buskirkchumley.org
OCT. 17
IU MEN’S SOCCER VS HANOVER COLLEGE
Bill Armstrong Stadium 7 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 17-18
L’ENFANT ET LES SORTILÈGES
IU Musical Arts Center
7:30 p.m.
This one-act fantasy explores the imagination of childhood. operaballet.indiana.edu
OCT. 18
IU FOOTBALL VS MICHIGAN STATE Memorial Stadium
For the specific time go to: iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 19
IU WOMEN’S SOCCER VS PENN STATE
Bill Armstrong Stadium 1 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 19
IU WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL VS OHIO STATE Wilkinson Hall Noon iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 20
JAZZ@BCT - LATIN JAZZ ENSMEBLE Buskirk-Chumley 7:30 p.m. buskirkchumley.org
OCT. 21
IU MEN’S SOCCER VS WISCONSIN
Bill Armstrong Stadium 7 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 24
IU VOLLEYBALL VS MINNESOTA Wilkinson Hall 6 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 24
DISNEY’S MOANA LIVE-TO-FILM CONCERT
IU Auditorium 7:30 p.m. iuauditorium.com
OCT. 24
TOM SEGURA: COME TOGETHER
IU Auditorium 6 p.m. iuauditorium.com
OCT. 24
AN EVENING WITH JOHN GREEN
Buskirk-Chumley Theater 7 p.m.
Bloomington Book Festival with John Green and in conversation with Michael Koryta. buskirkchumley.org
OCT. 25
IU FOOTBALL VS UCLA Memorial Stadium
For the specific time go to: iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 26
IU WOMEN’S SOCCER VS NORTHWESTERN Wilkinson Hall 1 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 26
IU WOMEN’S SOCCER VS IOWA
Bill Armstrong Stadium 2 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
OCT. 26
JUNIOR BROWN
Bluebird Nightclub 8 p.m. thebluebird.ws
OCT. 26
DANIEL DONATO’S COSMIC COUNTRY
Bluebird Nightclub 8 p.m. thebluebird.ws
OCT. 30
HAUNTED MANSION (2023) Buskirk-Chumley 7:00 p.m. buskirkchumley.org
OCT. 31
DOWNTOWN TRICK OR TREAT Courthouse Square 5:30 p.m. visitbloomington.com
NOV. 1
THE CASTELLOWS
Bluebird Nightclub 8 p.m. thebluebird.ws
NOV. 1-2
ARTISAN GUILDS OF BLOOMINGTON HOLIDAY SHOW
Monroe Convention Center
Over 70 artists unite under one roof with demonstrations and art. visitbloomington.com
IDS FILE PHOTO
IU MEN’S SOCCER
NOV. 2
TWITTY AND LYNN: A SALUTE TO CONWAY & LORETTA
Buskirk-Chumley
3:00 p.m. buskirkchumley.org
NOV. 5
IU MEN’S BASKETBALL VS ALABAMA A&M
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall
For the specific time go to: iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 6
JOHN MORGAN
Bluebird Nightclub
8 p.m. thebluebird.ws
NOV. 7
IU MEN’S SOCCER VS RUTGERS
Bill Armstrong Stadium
For the specific time go to: iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 7
IU WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL VS IOWA
Wilkinson Hall
For the specific time go to: iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 7-8
JACOBS LIVE AT THE MOVIES
IU Auditorium
7:30 p.m.
A magical night of cinema featuring The Wizard of Oz. iuauditorium.com
NOV. 8-9
BLOOMINGTON HANDMADE
MARKET-HOLIDAY 2025 Monroe Convention Center
10 a.m.
100+ vendors, concessions, kid booths and Santa! visitbloomington.com
NOV. 8-9, 14-15
LA BOHÈME
IU Musical Arts Center
3 p.m., 5 p.m., and 7:30 p.m.
Based on Henri Murger’s 1851 novel Scenes de la vie de Bohème. operaballet.indiana.edu
NOV. 10
IU MEN’S BASKETBALL VS MILWAKEE
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall
For the specific time go to: iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 10
JOSHUA REDMAN
Buskirk-Chumley
7:00 p.m. buskirkchumley.org
NOV. 14
IU WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL VS OREGON
Wilkinson Hall
7 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 14
BOB SCHNEIDER & RHETT
MILLER
Buskirk-Chumley
7:00 p.m. buskirkchumley.org
NOV. 15
IU FOOTBALL VS WISCONSIN
Memorial Stadium
For the specific time go to: iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 16
IU WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL VS MARYLAND
Wilkinson Hall Noon iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 16
IU MEN’S BASKETBALL VS INCARNATE WORD
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall
For the specific time go to: iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 20
IU MEN’S BASKETBALL VS LINDENWOOD
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall For the specific time go to: iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 20
IU WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL VS RUTGERS
Wilkinson Hall
6 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 22
IU VOLLEYBALL VS NEBRASKA
Wilkinson Hall
6 p.m. iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 23
NICK SHOULDERS
Bluebird Nightclub
8 p.m. thebluebird.ws
NOV. 25
IU MEN’S BASKETBALL VS KANSAS STATE
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall
For the specific time go to: iuhoosiers.com
NOV. 27
B-TOWN TURKEY TROT
Switchyard Park
8:30 a.m.
5K run/walk on Thanksgiving morning. visitbloomington.com
NOV. 28
CANOPY OF LIGHTS
Courthouse Square 5:30 p.m.
Sparkling holiday tradition. visitbloomington.com
NOV. 29
IU MEN’S BASKETBALL VS BETHUNE-COOKMAN
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall For the specific time go to: iuhoosiers.com
DEC. 5-7, 12-13
THE NUTCRACKER
IU Musical Arts Center
2 & 7:30 p.m.
Reimagined version of this classic ballet, telling the story from the perspective of curious young Marie operaballet.indiana.edu
DEC. 6
HOLIDAY CHIMES
IU Auditorium 2 & 7:30 p.m.
Commemorative holiday concert. iuauditorium.com
DEC. 9
MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER
CHRISTMAS
IU Auditorium
7:30 p.m.
America’s favorite holiday tradition for 40 years! iuauditorium.org
DEC. 11
STRAIGHT NO CHASER
IU Auditorium
7:30 p.m.
Local legends return to where it all started for some holiday acapella. iuauditorium.org
DEC. 11-JAN. 4
A CHRISTMAS STORY THE MUSICAL
Waldron Auditorium 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. iuauditorium.org
DEC. 13
JON MCLAUGHLIN & FRIENDS: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Buskirk-Chumley
7:00 p.m. buskirkchumley.org
DEC. 20
IU MEN’S BASKETBALL VS CHICAGO STATE
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall For the specific time go to: iuhoosiers.com
DEC. 22
IU MEN’S BASKETBALL VS SIENA
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall For the specific time go to: iuhoosiers.com
IDS FILE PHOTO SINGING HOOSIERS “CHIMES OF CHRISTMAS”
DINING
3 Amigos Taqueria
Authentic Mexican food with friendly service.
340 S. Patterson Drive 812-369-4192
601 N College Avenue 812-822-1754
Ami
A Japanese restaurant beloved by students. 1500 E. Third St. 812-339-7868
Americano
Monroe county’s only drive-thru coffee shop. 5492 W. State Rd. 46
Amrit India Restaurant
Authentic Indian cuisine including curries and vegertarian options.
124 N. Walnut St. 812-650-3812
Anyetsang’s Little Tibet
Authentic Tibetan and international cuisine.
415 E. Fourth St. 812-331-0122
Applebee’s
Casual bar and grill chain with classic American dishes.
2800 E. Third St. 812-336-9147
Asuka Japanese
Steakhouse & Sushi
Authentic Japanese food and sushi.
2632 E. Third St. 812-333-8325
Aver’s Gourmet Pizza
Local pizzeria founded in 1995. 317 E. Winslow Rd. 812-323-8333
1837 N. Kinser Pike 812-339-6555
Azzip Pizza
Personalized fast, casual pizzeria. 2894 E. Third St. 812-336-2755
Baked! Of Bloomington Offering 20,000+ kinds of cookies, milk and more.
115 N. Washington St. 812-336-2253
Bangkok Thai Cuisine
A wide array of Asian cuisine with vegetarian menu options. 2920 E. Covenater Drive 812-333-7477
Bapu TeaHouse
Cozy cafe with a wide variety of bubble teas and snack options. 530 E Kirkwood Ave Unit 104 812-287-8139
BJ’s Restuarant and Brewhouse
Family-friendly chain with an extensive list of house brews. 411 S. College Mall Rd. 812-650-0740
Blooming Thai
Family recipe Asian fusion options.
405 E. Fourth St. 812-369-4229
Bloomingfoods
Market & Deli
Local. Organic. Fresh. 3220 E. Third St. 812-336-5400
316 W. Sixth St. 812-333-7312
Bloomington Bagel Co.
On-site, made-from-scratch bagel bakery. 113 N. Dunn St. 812-333-4653
913 S. College Mall Rd. 812-339-4653
238 N. Morton St. 812-349-4653
Bob Evan’s
Casual American chain known for family-style meals.
3233 W. Third St. 812-334-2515
Brightside Cafe
Gluten free spot for breakfast, lunch, coffee, and sweet treats. 101 W Kirkwood Ave. Suite 021 812-676-3596
Brothers Bar and Grill
Modernized throwback to the old Midwestern corner tavern. 215 N. Walnut St. 812-331-1000
BRU Burger Bar
Chain serving shakes, appetizers, and classic American burgers. 229 S. Grant St. Suite 1 812-776-6060
Bruster’s Real Ice Cream
Fresh ice cream everyday. 4531 E. Third St. 812-331-8979
Bub’s Burgers and Ice Cream
Home of the Big Ugly Burger. 480 N. Morton St. 812-331-2827
Bucceto’s Pizza and Pasta Italian dishes with personality. 115 S. State Rd. 46 812-331-1234
350 S. Liberty Drive 812-323-0123
Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar
More than a dozen sauces to choose from. 1350 W. Bloomfield Rd. 812-339-2900
BuffaLouie’s at the Gables Classic wings, subs and salads. 114 S. Indiana Ave. 812-333-3030
C3
Inventive, evolving presentations of cocktails and courses. 1505 S. Piazza Drive 812-287-8027
Cabin Restaurant & Lounge
Dinner style food and a wide selection of craft beers. 4015 S. State Rd. 446 812-214-4324
Cafe Bali
Asian food, desserts and bubble tea. 210 S. Grant St. 812-414-5566
Raising Canes
Fried chicken and fries. 422 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-590-4115
Casa Brava Fresh authentic Mexican dishes and magraitas serving Bloomington for over 20 years. 3482 W. Third St. 812-339-1453
The Caffeinated Cook Relaxed cafe serving cones, sandwiches and sips. 206 N. Sale St. Ellettsville 812-345-3623
Che Bello A Bloomington spin on classic Italian fare. 106 W. Sixth St. 812-964-4035
Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen America’s #1 Casual Dining Restaurant. 126 S. Franklin Rd. 812-822-1628
Chef’s Table Praised for delicious cheesesteaks, hot dogs, desserts, and more.
3860 W. Third St. 812-287-8016
Chicago’s Pizza Fresh homemade pizza, breadsticks and sandwiches. 5621 W. State Rd. 46 812-876-6816
Chili’s Grill and Bar Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare. 2811 E. Third St. 812-334-0535
Chocolate Moose
Creamy ice cream and shakes, burgers, hot dogs and more. 405 S. Walnut St. 812-333-0475
Chow Bar
Offers a wide variety of Chinese dishes for all to enjoy.
216 S. Indiana Ave. 812-336-3888
Chubbie’s Burritos Build your own burritos, bowls and salads with a variety of fresh and authentic ingredients.
118 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-650-3520
COURTESY PHOTO BLOOMING THAI
COURTESY PHOTO BAPU TEAHOUSE
Cloverleaf Family Restaurant
Hearty breakfast at a family-owned restaurant. 4023 W. Third St. 812-334-1077
325 E. Winslow Rd. 812-650-1017
Coaches Bar and Grill
Great food and service with IU’s cream and crimson spirit. 245 N. College Ave. 812-339-3537
Cozy Table Restaurant
Local diner and pancake house. 2500 W. Third St. 812-339-5900
Crazy Horse
Great food in a comfortable pub atmosphere. 214 W. Kirkwood Ave. 812-336-8877
Cresent Donut Shop
A plethora of donuts to choose. 231 S. Adams St. 812-339-7771
Crumbl Cookies
Creative, decadent, constantly rotating cookie flavors. 1155 S. College Mall Rd. Suite B 812-668-7779
Crumble Coffee and Bakery Coffee and pastry shop.
532 N. College Ave. 812-287-8056
1567 S. Piazza Drive 812-334-9044
316 S. Swain Ave. 812-822-1679
Cup and Kettle
Hand-crafted loose-leaf tea, tea blending and education.
208 N. Walnut St. Suite 100 812-287-7978
Dagwood’s Deli-Sub Shop Named the “City’s Best Sandwiches (and Biggest!).” 116 S. Indiana Ave. 812-333-3000
Dats
Classic Cajun dining.
408 E. Fourth St. 812-339-3090
DaVinci
Fresh Italian specialties, pizza and pasta.
250 S. Washington St. 812-822-1887
Dave’s Hot Chicken
East Hollywood’s late-night hot chicken.
316 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-668-7860
DeAngelo’s New York style pizzas, calzones, salads and pastas. 2620 E. Third St. 812-961-0008
Do Restaurant
Asian-fusion specialities and lively atmosphere.
404 E. Fourth St. 812-333-7470
Domino’s Worldwide leader in pizza delivery. 908 N. Walnut St. 812-334-3030
2620 S. Walnut St. 812-335-7777
2504 E. Third St. 812-650-7033
Domo Steak & Sushi
Great sushi, flavorful hibachi, excellent service.
106 S. Franklin Rd. 812-332-7700
Dragon Standard Chinese dishes with delivery and takeout options. 3261 W. Third St. 812-332-6610
Dragon Express
A variety of Cantonese, Hunan, Peking, and Szechuan dishes. 1400 E. Third St. 812-331-7030
El Ranchero
Authentic Mexican cuisine and a wide variety of cocktails. 2100 Liberty Drive 812-822-2329
110 E. Winslow Rd. 812-822-1302
3615 State Rd. 46 812-876-9900
Everbowl
Acai bowls, smoothies and more. 518 E Kirkwood Ave 812-668-2429
The Elm
Homey, modern environment that caters to all reasons for dining out.
614 E. Second St. 812-407-4339
FARMbloomington
Delicious recipes using local foods with global flavors. 108 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-323-0002
Fat Dan’s Chicago-style deli.
221 E. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 1 812-287-7944
Feast Market & Cellar Fresh, local and seasonal menu.
407 W. Patterson Drive 812-287-8615
Feta Kitchen & Cafe
Fresh Mediterranean cuisine, coffees and baked goods.
600 E. Hillside Drive 812-336-3382
Five Guys Burgers and Fries
Famous burgers and fries. 1199 S. College Mall Rd. 812-558-2448
425 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-650-7379
Gables Bagels
Bona fide New York-style bagels. 421 E. Third St. Suite 10 812-325-2120
Greek’s Pizzeria
Franchise located near IU’s football and basketball stadiums known for quality pizza, breadsticks and more. 1425 N. Dunn St. 812-822-0222
Hartzell’s Ice Cream
Local, homemade ice cream. 107 N. Dunn St. 812-332-3502
Hinkle’s Hamburgers
Best burgers and shakes since 1933.
206 S. Adams St. 812-339-3335
Hive
Top-notch comfort food. 2608 E. Tenth St. 812-287-7405
Homie Hot Pot and Sushi Quality ingredients for the best taste, smell and presentation.
306 N. Walnut St. 812-650-1171
Hoosier Bar & Grill
Famous for breaded tenderloin and friendly service. 4645 W. Richland Plaza Drive 812-935-6333
Hoosier Hank’s Late-night comfort food, specifically pizza and macaroni. 1285 S. College Mall Rd. 812-331-5555
Hoosier Seoulmate Korean Restaurant
Both Korean specialties and experimental combinations with the Hoosier in mind. 1614 W. Third St. 812-668-2059
Hopscotch Coffee
Locally roasted coffee. 212 N. Madison St. 812-320-3309
Hopscotch Coffee and Kitchen
Casual break and lunch dining just steps away from a cozy cafe. 235 W. Dodds St. 812-369-4500
IMU Tudor Room
Casual dining in an elegant setting.
900 E. Seventh St. 812-855-1620
InBloom Juicery
Juice and smoothie bar. 116 E. Third St. Suite 101 812-518-2322
India Garden
Authentic Indian cuisine. 420 E. Fourth St. 812-331-8844
The Inkwell Bakery & Cafe Scratch-made baked goods, breakfast, lunch and coffee. 105 N. College Ave. 812-822-2925
401 S. Woodlawn Ave. 812-287-8354
Insomnia Cookies
A beloved cookie chain with late night hours. 430 E. Kirkwood Ave. 463-999-1817
Janko’s Little Zagreb Tender, thick steaks and a wide selection of wine and beer. 223 W. Sixth St. 812-332-0694
Jersey Mike’s Subs Melty cheesteak and chilled sandwich possibilities. 2618 E. 10th St. 812-822-1027
Jiffy Treet
Homemade ice cream at its finest.
223 S. Pete Ellis Drive Suite 3A 812-339-9981
4727 W. State Rd. 46 812-876-7770
COURTESEY PHOTO DA VINCI
Jimmy John’s
Subs so fast you’ll freak.
1827 E. 10th St. 812-333-2102
2636 E. Third St. 812-333-4100
430 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-332-9265
Judy’s Kitchen
Traditional Taiwanese and Catonese dishes.
2892 E. Third St. (College Mall) 812-332-8888
K-bap
Casual Korean Fusion Restaurant where dogs are welcome.
340 S. Walnut St. 812-369-4224
Kimu Asian Restaurant
Traditional Burmese specialties and other Asian eats.
413 E. Fourth St. 812-339-7334
King Gyros Restaurant Mediterranean style gyros, falafels, hummus and BBQ.
2000 S. Walnut St. 812-334-4144
Kirkwood Sweet Shop
Handmade pastries, chocolates, and ice cream, along with delicious espresso drinks. 112 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-334-8460
Korea Restaurant
Classic Korean dishes and friendly service.
409 E. Fourth St. 812-339-2735
Kung Fu Tea
Chain with a wide variety of speciality bubble teas and other beverages.
387 W 3rd St. 812-822-1290
La Charreada
Authentic Mexican food and great margaritas.
La Una Cantina
Mexican restaurant with an eclectic flare.
254 N. Walnut St. 812-287-7458
La Bonita
Authentic Mexican Food. 1709 N. College Ave. 812-668-3984
Lennie’s Brew Pub / Bloomington Brewing Co.
Local brews with gourmet pizza, sandwiches and pub fare. 514 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-323-2112
Lincoln Square Pancake House
Central Indiana’s family-style breakfast. 2160 N. Walnut St. 812-668-7492
LongHorn Steakhouse Western beef, ribs, chops and more. 721 S. College Mall Rd. 812-334-1600
Lotus Garden
Chinese Restaurant offering delivery and dine-in of speacility dishes and comfort foods. (812) 369-4555
110 S. Washington St.
Malibu Grill
A casual California-style eatery. 106 N. Walnut St. 812-332-4334
MAJÉ Sushi
Fresh sushi at reasonable prices. 601 N. College Ave. Suite 5 812-332-7722
McAlister’s Deli
Hearty-sized deli fare, served with a side of Southern charm. 2510 E. Third St. 812-333-4800
Metal Works Brewing Company
A new brewery with a variety of in-house beers.
Mother Bear’s Pizza
Consistently voted “Best Pizza in Bloomington”. 1428 E. Third St. 812-332-4495
2980 W. Whitehall Crossing Blvd. 812-287-7366
My Thai Cafe & Sushi Bar Excellent variety of authentic Thai dishes including stir-fries, curries, and sushi.
3316 W. Third St. 812-333-2234
402 E. Fourth St. 812-333-3993
Mr. Hibachi Buffet
Healthy all-you-can-eat Chinese dishes with a hibachi grill. 4400 E. Third St. 812-339-6288
Mr. Pot Hot Pot
Unqiue Chinese dining expierence. 2550 E. Third St. 812-287-8232
Mura Sushi & Korean Restaurant
Spectacular sushi and other Korean dishes located conveniently near campus. 1793 E. 10th St. 812-369-4448
Nick’s English Hut Pizza, strombolis, burgers and Sink the Biz fries. 423 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-332-4040
Noodles and Company Fast and casual dining with pasta from around the world. 517 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-323-1400
2560 E. Third St. 812-558-0080
O’Charley’s
Southern eats including steak and brunch choices. 360 N. Jacob Drive 812-333-6687
Olive Garden
Speciality Italian dining with soups, salads, and breadsticks. 320 N. Jacob Drive 812-333-1350
Orbit Room
Speciality hot dogs, bar snacks, drinks, and live muisc. 107 N. College Ave. Suite 001 812-369-4130
Osteria Rago
Naples-inspired authentic Italian restaurant. 419 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-822-0694
Outback Steakhouse
High-quality food and service with generous portions. 3201 W. Third St. 812-330-1018
Papa John’s Pizza
Better Ingredients. Better Pizza. Papa John’s.
415 N. Walnut St. 812-336-7272
2486 S. Walnut St. 812-353-7272
Parlor Doughnuts
Intriguing donut offerings and wonderful coffee.
322 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-650-3641
Patti Jo’s
Carry-out comfort food and specialty coffees you can take straight to your couch. 725 W Kirkwood Ave 812-318-2118
Peach Garden
Chinese Restaurant 536 S. College Ave. 812-332-3437
Penn Station East Coast Subs Grilled East Coast-style submarine sandwiches. 256 N. Jacob Drive 812-331-7300
Piccoli Dolci
Cafe with authentic sweet and savory Italian food.
223 Pete Ellis Dr., Suite 27 812-391-4562
Pili’s Party Tacos
Mexican stationary food truck selling tacos and other bites. 109 S. Walnut St. 812-219-0539
Pizza X
Fast delivery, great pizza. 1791 E. 10th St. 812-339-7737
1610 W. Third St. 812-332-2522
2443 S. Walnut St. Pike 812-332-8500
877 S. College Mall Road 812-355-5000
4621 W. Richland Plaza Drive 812-876-4443
312 E. Third St. 812-900-4648
2361 W Rappel Ave 812-822-1562
Poindexter Coffee
Fun offerings for breakfast, lunch and caffeine.
210 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-994-0500
PopKorn Kernels With a Twist Artisan popcorn flavors and mixtures.
122 S. College Ave. 812-318-3945
Potbelly Sandwich Shop
Chicago-style toasted subs. 517 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-334-9846
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Red Restaurant
Traditional Chinese with a focus on Szechuan-style spices. 1402 N. Walnut St. 812-650-3807
Rainbow Bakery
Bloomington’s first all-vegan bakery serving sweets and locally brewed coffee.
201 S. Rogers St. 812-822-3741
Red Lobster
Fresh fish, live lobster. 2617 E. Third St. 812-332-9712
Red Robin
Gourmet burgers and boozy shakes, with other American comfort fare.
2846 E. Third St. 812-727-3884
Riviera Maya
An Indiana-based favorite brings delicious Mexican dishes and drinks, as well as live music, to Bloomington.
116 S. Franklin Rd. 812-822-3535
Rita’s Italian Ice and Frozen Custard
Sweet treat chain from Philadelphia area.
430 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-964-4053
Rockits Famous Pizza
Late night New-York style pizza served by the slice. 222 N. Walnut St. 812-336-7625
Roly Poly Rolled Sandwhiches
Quick stop for sandwhiches, wraps, salads and more. 1616 W 3rd St. (812) 822-1422
Runcible Spoon Cafe and Restaurant
Quality breakfast and coffee, with vegetarian options. 412 E. Sixth St. 812-334-3997
Rush Hour Station
Asian fusion café that focuses on Vietnamese-inspired soups and sandwiches. 421 E. Third St. 812-323-7874
Rush Bowls
All-natural blended fruit smoothie and acai bowls. 1421 N. Dunn St. 812-269-1670
Sakura 15
Sushi and hibachi restaurant.
895 S. College Mall Rd. 812-339-8076
Samira
The home of Afghani cuisine.
100 W. Sixth St. 812-331-3761
Scenic View Restaurant
Fine dining and cocktails with a great view of Lake Monroe. 4600 S. State Rd. 446 812-837-9496
Serendipity Martini Bar
Upscale martini bar and small plate restaurant. 201 S. College Ave. 314-520-1285
Siam House
Speciality Thai cuisine. 430 E. Fourth St. 812-331-1233
Smoothie King
Smoothies and blended drinks.
921 S College Mall Rd 812-668-2761
SmokeWorks
Memphis-Style barbecue joint with bourbon, whiskey and moonshine.
121 N. College Ave. 812-287-8190
Smokin’ Jacks Rib Shack
Specializes in down-home southern-style barbeque. 505 W. 17th St. 812-332-7427
Social Cantina
A taco and tequila joint. 125 N. College Ave. 812-287-8199
Soma Coffeehouse
Fair trade, organic coffee with no corporate aftertaste. 322 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-331-2770
1400 E. Third St. 812-333-7334
581 E. Hillside Drive Suite 104 812- 668-2086
Southern Stone Cuisine of the South. 405 W. Patterson Drive 812-822-3623
Square Donuts
Always fresh and light donuts.
1280 N. College Ave. Suite 1 812-337-0100
3866 W. Third St. 812-333-2799
917 S. College Mall Rd. 812-668-2749
531 N Walnut St. 812-337-0100
Sunny Poke & Tea
Bowls, noodle soup, milk tea and more.
1420 E. Third St. 812-822-0777
Sushi Bar
Sushi and Japanese cuisine. 2522 E. 10th St. 812-331-7688
Sweetgreen
Organic salads and bowls with an array of topping options. 210 E Kirkwood Ave 930-203-1347
Taste of India
Authentic Northern India cuisine. 316 E. Fourth St. 812-333-1399
Texas Roadhouse
Steaks, ribs and legendary rolls. 110 S. Franklin Rd. 812-323-1000
The Tap Casual pub with draft beers, cocktails, quick eats, and live music.
101 N College Ave 812-287-8579
Trailhead Pizzeria
Made-from-scratch gourmet pizzas, sandwiches, salads and desserts.
4303 S. State Rd. 446 812-837-9101
Trojan Horse Greek specialties and American favorites since 1978. 100 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-332-1101
Truffles Fine Cuisine & 56
Degrees Bar Martini and wine bar with a fine dining menu. 1131 S. College Mall Rd. 812-330-1111
Turkuaz Café
Turkish cuisine. 301 E. Third St. 800-709-7191
Uno Mas Taco Truck
Food truck offering a variety of northern Mexican dishes. 2600 S Walnut St 812-272-9543
Upland Brewing Company
Local brews and unique twists on traditional recipes. 350 W. 11th St. 812-364-2337
Uptown Café
Cajun-Creole style meals with bold flavors. 102 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-339-0900
Verona Coffee House
New space for speciality drinks and pastries. 3105 S. Sare Rd. 812-676-6358
The Village Deli
A weekend breakfast tradition for Bloomington residents. 409 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-336-2303
Viva Mas Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
Experience Mexican food and drinks in a fun, colorful atmosphere. 2550 E. Third St. 812-287-8783
Wings Xtreme Wings, sides, appetizers, and combo meals fit for a Hoosier. 2620 E. 10th St. 812-333-9464
Wingstop
Wings tossed in delicious fiery sauces along with fun sides. 927 S College Mall Rd. 812-489-7277
Yatagarasu
Modern Japanese ramen bar inspired by Izakaya restaurants. 430 E. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 6 812-650-3374
Yogi’s Bar & Grill
Vibrant local bar & grill. 302 N. Walnut St. 812-822-3591
Z & C Teriyaki and Sushi
Speedy sushi and Asian cuisine. 430 E. Kirkwood Ave. Suite F 812-323-8999
Zero Degrees
Refreshing bubble tea and shaved ice. 1285 S. College Mall Rd. 812-650-1005
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BARS, BREWERIES, WINERIES & CLUBS
The Alley Bar
210 W. Kirkwood Ave. 812-336-2216
Atlas Ballroom
209 S. College Ave. 812-334-4435
The Back Door
207 S. College Ave. 812-333-3123
Big Woods Bloomington 116 N. Grant St. 812-625-3493
The Bishop Bar
123 S. Walnut St. 812- 333-4700
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse
411 S. College Mall Rd. 812-650-0740
Blockhouse Bar
205 S. College Ave. 317-753-2947
The Bluebird
216 N. Walnut St. 812-336-3984
Brothers Bar and Grill
215 N. Walnut St. 812-331-1000
Butler Winery
6200 E. Robinson Rd. 812-332-6660
C3 Bar
1505 S. Piazza Drive 812-287-8027
Cardinal Spirits
922 S. Morton St. 812-202-6789
The Cade
217 N. Walnut St. 812-287-7181
Coaches Sports Bar & Grill
245 N. College Ave. 812-339-3537
The Comedy Attic
123 S. Walnut St. 812-336-5233
Crazy Horse 214 W. Kirkwood Ave. 812-336-8877
Creekbend Vineyard
7508 N. Woodall Rd. 812-876-5800
The Dunkirk Library 430 E Kirkwood Ave. Suite 18 812-606-2449
The Root Cellar Lounge 108 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-323-0002
Friendly Beasts Cider Company
222 W. Second St. 812-641-5553
Heartwork Brewing 1703 N. College Ave. 812-668-2765
Hoosier Bar & Grill 4645 W. Richland Plaza 812-935-6333
Hoppy Wobbles Pub 3876 W. Third St. 812-287-7770
Kilroy’s on Kirkwood 502 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-339-3006
Kilroy’s Sports Bar 319 N. Walnut St. 812-333-6006
Lennie’s Brewpub/ Bloomington Brewing Co. 514 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-323-2112
Nick’s English Hut 423 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-332-4040
Night Moves 3160 S. Walnut St. 812-335-1850
Office Lounge 3900 E. Third St. 812-332-0911
Oliver Winery 200 E. Winery Rd. 812-876-5800
The Orbit Room 107 N. College Ave. 812-369-4130
Serendipity Martini Bar 201 S. College Ave. 314-520-1285
Sleeper's Bar 2601 N. Walnut St. 812-822-7234
The Sinkhole Craft Beer Bar 313 E. Winslow Rd. 812-668-0934
The Tap 101 N. College Ave. 812-287-8579
Truffles Fine Cuisine & 56
Degrees Bar 1131 S. College Mall Rd. 812-330-1111
The Upstairs Pub
430 E. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 18 812-333-3003
Upland Brewing Co. 350 W. 11th St. 812-364-2337
Video Saloon 105 W. Seventh St. 812-333-0064
Yogi’s Bar & Grill
302 N. Walnut St. 812-822-3591
FAMILY FUN
Bryan Park Pool, baseball fields, playgrounds, basketball and tennis courts. 1001 S. Henderson St. 812-349-3700
Classic Lanes
Bowling alley 1421 N. Willis Drive 812-332-6689
Get Out Bloomington
Escape room with immersive and interactive mystery-solving. 101 W. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 113 812-214-1497
Griffy Lake Nature Preserve
Includes hiking trails, a lake for fishing, and kayak rentals. 3400 N. Headley Rd. 812-349-3732
Frank Southern Ice Arena
Daily general admission ice skating (Opens October 2025). 2100 S. Henderson St. 812-349-3740
Hoosier Escape House
Escape room with immersive and interactive mystery-solving. 933 N. Walnut St. 812-822-0639
Hoosier Heights
Indoor rock climbing facility. 1008 S. Rogers St. 812-824-6414
Karst Farm Park
Includes four playgrounds, a splash pad, a dog park, and picnic tables. 2450 S. Endwright Rd. 812-349-2800
LaserLite
Offering group events or a night out with family and friends. 4505 E. Third St. 812-337-0456
Pottery House
Great for pottery painting, clay classes, parties and events. Suite 17 & 13, 223 S Pete Ellis Dr (812) 650-2884
Switchyard Park
Includes playground, rock walls, and a splashpad in warm weather. 1601 S. Rogers St. 812-349-3400
The Starlite Drive-In Drive-in movie theater. 7640 S. Old State Rd. 37 812-824-2277
Urban Air Trampoline Park Offering weekly events and parties. 3603 IN-46 812-727-8309
Western Skateland Roller skating venue offering familyfriendly fun and private events. 930 W. 17th St. 812-327-4474
WonderLab Museum
Hands-on exhibits and programs that stimulate curiosity. 308 W. Fourth St. 812-337-1337
HOTELS
Candlewood Suites 1935 S. Basswood Drive 812-330-1900
Cascades Inn 2601 N. Walnut St. 812-369-4310
Century Suites 300 State Hwy 446 812-336-7777
Comfort Inn 1700 N. Kinser Pike 812-822-3190
Courtyard by Marriott 310 S. College Ave. 812-335-8000
Economy Inn
4805 S. Old State Rd. 37 812-824-8311
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott 120 S. Fairfield Drive 812-331-1122
Fourwinds Lakeside Inn 9301 S. Fairfax Rd. 812-824-2628
Graduate Bloomington 210 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-994-0500
Grant Street Inn 310 N. Grant St. 812-334-2353
Hampton Inn 2100 N. Walnut St. 812-334-2100
Hilton Garden Inn 245 N. College Ave. 812-331-1335
Holiday Inn Express & Suites 117 S. Franklin Rd. 812-334-8800
Holiday Inn 1710 N. Kinser Pike 812-334-3252
Home2 Suites by Hilton 1410 N. Walnut St. 812-668-5999
Hyatt Place 217 W. Kirkwood Ave. 812-339-5950
Indiana Memorial Union Biddle Hotel & Conference Center
900 E. Seventh St. 812-856-6381
La Quinta Inn & Suites 3380 W. Runkle Way 812-287-6731
Quality Inn
1100 W. Rappel Ave. 812-269-1019
Showers Inn
430 N. Washington St. 812-334-9000
SpringHill Suites by Marriott 501 N. College Ave. 812-337-7772
Super 8 Motel 1751 N. Stonelake Drive 812-671-0854
Travelodge by Wyndham Bloomington 2615 E. Third St. 812-727-6959
The Beaumont House 9030 W. State Rd. 48 812-876-3900
TownePlace Suites by Marriott 105 S. Franklin Rd. 812-334-1234
Wampler House Bed & Breakfast
4905 S. Rogers St. 812-727-4330
ATTRACTIONS
Lower Cascades Park
Offers a variety of outdoor activities. 2851 N. Old State Rd. 37 812-349-3700 bloomington.in.gov/lower-cascades
812-336-0909 bloomingtonrestorations.org
Kinsey Institute
Informs about critical issues in sex, gender and reproduction. Lindley Hall, 150 S. Woodlawn Ave. 812-855-7686 kinseyinstitute.org
Lake Monroe
Home to camping, boating, fishing, hiking, hunting, swimming. 4850 S. State Rd. 446 812-837-9546 in.gov/dnr/parklake/2954.htm
Lilly Library
IU's principal rare books, manuscripts and special collections library. Guided tours every Friday. 1200 E. Seventh St. 812-855-2452 libraries.indiana.edu/lilly-library
Monroe County History Center
Exhibits and special programs about Bloomington’s heritage. 202 E. Sixth St. 812-332-2517 monroehistory.org
Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Cultural Center
Educational and spiritual programs relating to the Tibetan and Mongolian cultures. Weekly tours. 3655 S. Snoddy Rd. 812-336-6807 tmbcc.org
Wylie House Museum
Home of Indiana University’s first president, Andrew Wylie, and his family, built in 1835. 307 E. Second St. 812-855-6224 libraries.indiana.edu/wylie-housemuseum
ART GALLERIES
Argentum Jewelry
Fine contemporary jewelry from
205 N. College Ave. Suite 100 argentum-jewelry.com
Venue space, artist studios and other creative resources. fb.com/artisanalley812
More than 100 local artisans’ pottery, woodwork and more.
101 W. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 109 Fountain Square Mall
Art gallery, museum and studio of Jennifer Mujezinovic 120 E. Kirkwood Ave. fb.com/clashartgallery
Cook Center for Public Arts and Humanities
Displays exhibits, shows and more. 750 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-856-1169 go.iu.edu/cookcenter
Eskenazi Museum of Art A center of "cultural crossroads." 1133 E. Seventh St. 812-855-5445 artmuseum.iu.edu
Fourth and Rogers Center for Contemporary Arts Home of the Pictura Gallery of contemporary photography as well as screenings and workshops. 202 S. Rogers St. 812-336-0000 thefar.org
Gallery B
In Bloomingfoods Near West store, this gem hosts a variety of artwork for the community.
316 W. 16th St. 812-333-7312 bloomingfoods.coop/galleryb
Gallery SCG
Be transformed by traditional to contemporary photography and other types of art.
101 W. Kirkwood Avenue, Suite 112 Bloomington, IN 47404 812-333-0536 spectrumcreativegroup.com/gallery
Grunwald Gallery of Art Home to works by professional and student artists with a variety of contemporary genres. 1201 E. Seventh St. 812-855-8490 eskenazi.indiana.edu/exhibitions/ grunwald-gallery
The I Fell Building
Experience working artists’ studios, gallery exhibits, small businesses and a bakery.
415 W. Fourth St. 812-361-6719 ifellbloomington.wordpress.com
John Waldron Arts Center
Featuring a variety of local artists in several mediums.
122 S. Walnut St. 812-336-9300 seeconstellation.org/venues/waldron
Juniper Art Gallery
Finest regional midwestern artwork. 615 W. Kirkwood Ave 812-822-1663 juniperartgallery.com
Lotus Firebay
Hosts exhibits that align with the Lotus Education & Arts Foundation's passion for learning about and sharing various cultures. 105 S. Rogers St. 812-336-6599 lotusfest.org
MADE
Provides classes and events for Bloomington community.
222 W. Second St. 812-370-0278 made.artisanalley.com
Monroe Convention Center
Exceptional art collection of varied artwork by local artists. 302 S. College Ave. 812-336-3681 monroeconvention.com
Not Just Rugs Gallery of Native American Art
Featuring one-of-a-kind, handmade Native American items. 1117 N. College Ave. Suite D 812-332-6434 notjustrugs.com
Spectrum Creative Group
Stunning prints, decor and more available for sale.
101 W. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 112 812-333-0536 spectrumcreativegroup.com
The Vault at Gallery Mortgage
Featuring and supporting works of only local artisits.
121 E. Sixth St. Suite 1 812-334-9700 visitbloomington.com/listing/thevault-at-gallery-mortgage/160/
The Venue Fine Art & Gifts
Featuring a variety of works including painting, jewelry, prints, pottery and more.
114 S. Grant St. 812-339-4200 thevenuebloomington.com
COURTESY
HOUSING
Abodes, Inc.
940 S. Clarizz Blvd. Suite 25 812-333-3333
The Arbors Apartments 1501-1533 Arbors Ln. 812-609-8151
Atlas on 17th 1439 N. Telluride St. 812-645-2070
The Avenue on College 455 N. College Ave. 812-331-8500
Brawley Property Management
608 N. Dunn St. 844-254-7368
Cedarview Management/Tenth & College
601 N. College Ave. Suite 1 812-339-8777
Current at Latimer Square 351 S. Kingston Drive 812-579-4253
Chickering Rentals
214 N. Rogers St. 812-360-1975
Covenanter Hill Neighborhood District
3101 E. Covenanter Drive 812-323-8021
Deer Park Management 1501 E. Hillside Drive 812-333-9355
The Dillon
525 S. Patterson Drive 812-727-7015
Elkins Apartments
940 N. Walnut St. 812-339-2859
Evolve Bloomington 1425 N. Dunn St. 812-413-2681
The Fields 1333 S. Fenbrook Ln. 844-311-8857
Granite Student Living
401 E. Fourth St. 812-727-7000
Horn Properties
509 E. Cottage Grove Ave. 812-333-4748
Housing and Neighboorhood Development
401 N. Morton St. 812-349-3420
Hunter Bloomington Properties
1200 S. Rolling Ridge Way 812-558-0800
IU Residential Programs & Services
801 N. Eagleson Ave. 812-855-1764
The League Bloomington 524 N. College Ave. 571-447-6118
Mackie Properties LLC 1800 W. 17th St. 812-287-8036
The Monroe 1150 S. Clarizz Blvd. 812-323-1300
Olympus Properties LLC 2620 N. Walnut St. 812-334-8200
The Park on Morton 710 N. Morton St. 812-506-8273
The Quarry 986 S. Copper Beech Way Apt. I 812-558-0800
The Quarters 1521 Isaac Drive 844-455-0536
Railway Manor 913 N. College Ave. 812-558-0800
Relato Bloomington 2851 E. Longview Ave. 812-200-5991
Renaissance Rentals 3115 S Sare Rd. Suite 102B 812-330-1123
Reserve on Third
500 S. Park Ridge Rd. 765-703-5298
The Rive Bloomington 1820 N. Walnut St. 812-505-3874
Sarge Rentals 2623 N. Walnut St. Suite A 812-330-1501
The Standard at Bloomington 250 E. 14th St. 866-535-6393
State On Campus 2036 N. Walnut St. 812-645-1456
The Stratum at Indiana 3131 E. Goodnight Way 812-333-9868
Student Legal Services 310 N. Park Ave. 812-855-7867
Varsity Properties 2029 N. Dunn St. 812-334-0333
The Village at Muller Park 500 S. Muller Pkwy. 930-966-2509
Woodbridge Apartments 3401 John Hinkle Pl. 812-269-7620
Urban Station Apartments
403 S. Walnut St. 812-594-6062
SPECIALTY SHOPS & SERVICES
Alumni Hall 124 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-322-4081
Atwater Eye Care Center 744 E. Third St. 812-855-8436
The Briar & The Burley Tobacco Shop
101 W. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 100 812-332-3300
Bicycle Garage Inc. 507 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-339-3457
BioLife Plasma Services 1565 Liberty Drive 812-334-1405
Bikesmiths 112 S. College Ave. 812-339-9970
Bloomington Salt Cave 115 N. Madison St. Suite B1 812-339-2805
Bonne Fete 112 W. Sixth St. 812-369-9735
Cherry Canary Vintage Clothing 214 W. Fourth St. 812-272-5470
The Common Room 223 S. Pete Ellis Dr. 812-333-4263
Ellie Mae's Boutique 101 W. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 116 812-339-8084
FreeThink Apparel and Promos 720 S. Morton St. 812-336-0700
The Game Preserve 2894 E. Third St. Suite 108 812-332-6602
Game World 901 S. College Mall Rd. 812-335-2223
3289 W. Third St. 812-335-6666
Gather 116 N. Walnut St. 812-287-8046
Greetings Apparel and keepsakes 429 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-332-2737
IU Credit Union Multiple locations 812-855-7823
Landlocked Music 115 S. Walnut St. 812-339-2574
Little Italy Market 421 E. Third St. Suite 2 812-287-7143
Lola Rue & Co 114 N. Walnut St. 812-323-7010
May's Greenhouse LLC 6280 S. Old State Rd. 37 812-824-8630
Minton Body Shop 3210 Venture Blvd. 812-339-9714
My Sister's Closet of Monroe County 414 S. College Ave. 812-333-7710
O'Child Children's Boutique 101 W. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 108 812-334-9005
The Olive Leaf and Bloomington Chocolate Company 2534 E. Third St. 812-323-3073
Pitaya 417 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-331-1140
Revolution Bike & Bean 401 E. Tenth St. 812-336-0241
Royale Hair Parlor 500 S. Morton St. 812-360-1860
Russian Recording 1021 S. Walnut St. 812-327-7039
Stansifer Radio Co. 1805 S. Walnut St. 812-336-6339
Tracks on Kirkwood 415 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-822-3120
Tailored Thrifts 129 N. Washigton St. 812-650-3942
Tivoli Fashions 101 W. Kirkwood Ave. Suite 106 812-339-6239
Vintage Phoenix 114 E. Sixth St. 812-333-2930
V's Barbershop 923 S. College Mall Rd. 812-332-4897
IU Parking Information
PARKING REGULATIONS
VISITOR PERMITS
Visitor permits may be purchased in person at the Parking Operations office (EM-P, EM-S, CH, ST, or Disabled permits), or at other locations on campus where permits are sold. The IMU Biddle Hotel sells EM-P permits.
To purchase a permit, you will need to provide your name, address, phone number, and vehicle make, model, and license plate information. Cash, checks, and credit cards are accepted. For current pricing, contact Parking Operations.
PARKING GARAGES
Atwater Garage
Located on Faculty Drive between Third Street and Atwater Avenue.
East Garage
Located at the corner of Eagleson Avenue between Third Street and Seventh Street.
Forrest Avenue Garage
Located on Eleventh Street, between Forrest Avenue and Walnut Grove Street.
Fee Lane Garage
Located at the corner of Eleventh Street and Fee Lane.
Henderson Garage
Located on Fess Avenue between Atwater Avenue and Third Street.
An EM-P-permit-only entrance and exit is also located on the Henderson Avenue side (west side) of the garage.
Poplars Garage
Located on Sixth Street between Grant and Dunn streets.
METERS
Parking in metered spaces is free from 10 p.m. on Friday through 7 a.m. on Monday, unless otherwise posted.
FREE PARKING
Town and Gown Lots
These lots are free to anyone on weekday evenings after 5 p.m. and over the weekend. Enforcement begins at 7 a.m. Monday–Friday.
Lot #404: Von Lee
Lot #412: corner of Fourth and Dunn streets
Lot #402: corner of Sixth and Dunn streets
The weekend parking rule- CH and ST zones
Other than home game days, any vehicle may park in any CH or ST zone, 5 p.m. Friday until 11 p.m. Sunday, with or without a current parking permit unless posted otherwise.
Lots near the athletic facilities are restricted on home game days during football and basketball seasons.
Parking Garages
Unless otherwise posted, parking is free in the garages beginning at 6 p.m. on Friday and all day Saturday and Sunday.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions or concerns, please contact IU Parking Operations at 812-855-9848, askpark@iu.edu or visit the Henderson Parking Garage at 310 S. Fess Ave.
EMERGENCY CONTACTS
Bloomington Fire Dept.
300 E. Fourth St. 812-332-9763
Bloomington Police Dept. 220 E. Third St. 812-339-4477
IU Police Dept. 1469 E. 17th St. 812-855-4111
Monroe County Sheriff
301 N. College Ave. 812-349-2780 monroecountysheriffsoffice.us
MEDICAL
IU Health
Bloomington Hospital
2651 E. Discovery Pkwy. 812-353-5252 iuhealth.org
IU Health Center
600 N. Eagleson Ave. 812-855-4011 healthcenter.indiana.edu
IU Health Urgent Care
326 S. Woodscrest Drive 812-353-6888 iuhealth.org
IU Optometry 800 Atwater Ave. 812-855-4447 optometry.iu.edu
Monroe Hospital
4011 S. Monroe Medical Park Blvd. 812-825-1111 monroehospital.com
VISITOR INFO
Bloomington Visitors Center 2855 N. Walnut St. 812-334-8900 visitbloomington.com
Community Events Hotline 812-349-3754
IU Athletics 812-855-4006 iuhoosiers.com
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall 1001 E. 17th St. 812-855-4848
IU Directory directory.iu.edu
IU Visitor Information Center 900 E. Seventh St. 812-856-GOIU (4648) visitorcenter.indiana.edu
Monroe County Public Library 303 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-349-3050 mcpl.info
TRANSPORTATION
Bloomington Parking Enforcement 206 S. Walnut St. 812-349-3436 bloomington.in.gov/parking
Bloomington Transit 130 W. Grimes Ln. 812-336-7433 bloomingtontransit.com
Catch-A-Ride susan@catcharide.com catcharide.com
Go Express Travel 3200 Venture Blvd. 800-589-6004 goexpresstravel.com
IU Campus Bus Service 120 W. Grimes Ln. 812-855-8384 iubus.indiana.edu
IU Ride 812-855-SAFE (7233) iuride.indiana.edu
Lyft lyft.com/rider/cities/bloomingtonin
Red Tire Taxi 812-269-2690 redtiretaxi.com Uber uber.com/cities/bloomington
UNIVERSITY CONTACTS
IU Credit Union 812-855-7823 OR 1-888-855-6928 iucu.org
IU Disability Services Eigenmann Hall, Suite 001 1900 E. 10th St. 812-855-7578 studentlife.indiana.edu
IU Office of Admissions 940 E. Seventh St. 812-855-0661 admissions.indiana.edu
IU Dean of Students Office Indiana Memorial Union M088 900 E. Seventh St. 812-855-8187 studentlife.indiana.edu
IU Office of the President Bryan Hall 200 107 S. Indiana Ave. 812-855-4613 president.iu.edu
IU Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President Bryan Hall 100 107 S. Indiana Ave. 812-855-9011 provost.indiana.edu
IU Public Safety and Institutional Assurance 2427 E. Second St. 812-855-2004 protect.iu.edu
IU Student Recreational Sports Center 1601 E. Law Ln. 812-855-7772 recsports.indiana.edu
IU School of Informatics, Computing, Engineering 700 N. Woodlawn Ave. 812-856-5754 luddy.indiana.edu
IU School of Public Health 1025 E. 7th St. Suite 111 812-855-1561 publichealth.indiana.edu
IU Student Central 408 N. Union St. 812-855-6500 studentcentral.indiana.edu
ARTS
Buskirk-Chumley Theater 114 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-323-3020 buskirkchumley.org
Constellation Stage & Screen 122 S Walnut St. 812-336-9300 seeconstellation.org
IU Auditorium 1211 E. Seventh St. 812-855-1103 iuauditorium.com
IU Cinema 1213 E. Seventh St. 812-856-CINE (2463) cinema.indiana.edu
IU Eskenazi Museum of Art 1133 E. Seventh St. 812- 855-5445 artmuseum.indiana.edu
IU Jacobs School of Music Opera and Ballet Theater 101 N. Eagleson Ave. 812-855-7433 operaballet.indiana.edu
Mobile Banking makes it easier than ever for you to manage your account on the go!
IU Credit Union members enjoy:
• Full-Service Branch at 17th & Dunn
• Online Banking & Bill Pay
• Mobile Banking* with Mobile Deposit
• Online Loan Applications
• Free Checking
• Nationwide ATM Network
• And so much more!
Open your account at any branch or online:
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Mariachi Herencia de México: La Nueva Generación Tour • Dennis James Hosts Hall
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Cirque Kalabanté: Afrique en Cirque • Silkroad Ensemble with Rhiannon Gidde
Mariachi Herencia de México: La Nueva Generación Tour • Dennis James Hosts Halloween
The Philadelphia Orchestra • Jacobs Live at the Movies: The Wizard of Oz
Cirque Kalabanté: Afrique en Cirque • Silkroad Ensemble with Rhiannon Giddens
The Philadelphia Orchestra • Jacobs Live at the Movies: The Wizard of Oz
The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark • Moana Live-to-Film Concert
The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark • Moana Live-to-Film Concert
The Singing Hoosiers Present Holiday Chimes
The Singing Hoosiers Present Holiday Chimes
