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Author P. Djèlí Clark stops at Morgenstern Books in Bloomington on book tour

By Sofía Rodríguez · Monday, Oct. 20,2025 5:38 p.m.

Clark visited Bloomington for a conversation with Matthew Woods about his book “Ring Shout.”

COLUMN: Canceled shows still worth a watch

By Sophie Albert · Monday, Oct. 20,2025 4:27 p.m.

These four shows got cut short, but still make amazing watches.

Annual Witch Faire brings local vendors, costumes and candy to Bloomington

By Violet Kingsbury · Monday, Oct. 20,2025 11:53 a.m.

The Witch Faire featured a costume contest, trick-or-treating and several witchy handmade goods.

COLUMN: 7 pop songs to add to your Halloween playlist

By Steven Leatherwood · Monday, Oct. 20,2025 11:03 a.m.

Upgrade your Halloween playlists with artists from Olivia Rodrigo to Lady Gaga.

Local live music this week: from jazz to country

By Stella Klaus · Sunday, Oct. 19,2025 6:06 p.m.

Free, all-age shows this week make live music accessible for everyone.

COLUMN: Dennis James haunts IU with Halloween organ playing

By Sophie Albert · Friday, Oct. 17,2025 6 p.m.

“Dennis James Hosts Halloween” featured a radio drama and silent film and organ performance.

COLUMN: Where to find the best bison merchandise in Bloomington

By Hayden Kay · Friday, Oct. 17,2025 1:47 p.m.

IU apparel stores have many new items featuring the recently-reinstated mascot.

Welcome home! Here’s new food and fun in Bloomington

By Sydney Weber · Friday, Oct. 17,2025 11:11 a.m.

New restaurants and entertainment venues in Bloomington can provide some extra fun Homecoming Weekend.

Returning festival brings blues and boogies back to Bloomington

By Stella Klaus · Friday, Oct. 17,2025 11 a.m.

The festival gives young musicians an opportunity to learn about new music.

Campus goes loco for hoco: 2025 Homecoming week arts events

By Lexi Bunting · Friday, Oct. 17,2025 10:20 a.m.

IU Bloomington’s 2025 Homecoming week celebrates culture, creativity and Hoosier pride.

Natalie Boeyink Jazz Ensemble celebrates Indigenous composers through jazz concert

By Samuel Cherchian · Thursday, Oct. 16,2025 3:26 p.m.

The ensemble honored Indigenous Peoples Day with pieces written by composers of Indigenous heritage.

‘L’Enfant et les Sortilèges’ opera brings childhood whimsy to Musical Arts Center

By Abby Whited · Thursday, Oct. 16,2025 9:46 a.m.

The opera will open at the Musical Arts Center on Friday.

Dance production of ‘Hamlet’ provides artistic take on a classic play

By Sophie Albert · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2025 1:50 p.m.

The performance unveiled the tragic tale through movement, light and shadow.

Bloomington Out of the Darkness Walk to raise awareness for suicide prevention

By Lily Saylor · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2025 12:09 p.m.

The free walk will take place Sunday at Switchyard Park.

Dogs light up the night for 'Howl at the Moon’

By Emily Shannon · Monday, Oct. 13,2025 3:11 p.m.

Canines and their companions gathered for a night walk and received free glow sticks.

COLUMN: ‘Maintenance Required’ shifts the rom-com genre into high gear

By Ursula Stickelmaier · Monday, Oct. 13,2025 2:50 p.m.

Sparks fly in Amazon’s latest rom-com, “Maintenance Required,” leading to a surprisingly fun film.

PHOTOS: Behind the scenes of the Great Glass Pumpkin Patch

By Trinity Mackenzie · Monday, Oct. 13,2025 10:12 a.m.

Bloomington creative glass center workers and volunteers prepare for the event year-round.

BDMC: How a student community builds new bands and inspires musicians

By Stella Klaus · Monday, Oct. 13,2025 9 a.m.

Bloomington Delta Music Club offers a space for musicians to find like-minded people.

Local music to check out this week in Bloomington: A busy week of bar shows

By Stella Klaus · Sunday, Oct. 12,2025 4:52 p.m.

Local live music happening around town Oct. 13-19.

‘Hamlet’ production brings Shakespeare to IU through dance

By Sophie Albert · Saturday, Oct. 11,2025 12:29 p.m.

The dance work will provide a fresh and accessible iteration of the classic play.

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