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Alex Cameron extends his arms toward the audience after his performance Nov. 12 at The Bishop. Originally from Sydney, Australia, he released his album "Miami Memory, in September.

Australian singer Alex Cameron headlines at the Bishop

Nov 13, 2019 12:56 pm

Comic Emily Panic and singer Holiday Sidewinder opened for Cameron.

Grammy-nominated Tambuco Percussion Ensemble to perform in Auer Hall

Nov 12, 2019 6:00 pm

The ensemble includes musicians Raúl Tudón, Ricardo Gallardo, Alfredo Bringas and Miguel González with featured pianist Ana Gabriela Fernández.

IU’s Office of the Bicentennial is taking IU’s history on the road with its interactive exhibit on the "Big Red Bus."

Hoosier history on wheels: IU Bicentennial's 'Big Red Bus' to travel, celebrate IU history

Nov 12, 2019 5:36 pm

The traveling exhibit aims to highlight IU's affect on the state.

Then-senior Tommy Butler, left, punches his fist towards his opponent during a practice spar in November 2016 at B-Town Boxing. B-Town Boxing will organize an event next week with former world champion boxer Lamon Brewster.

Former world champion boxer Lamon Brewster to visit B-Town Boxing

Nov 12, 2019 5:27 pm

This is the second world champion to come to B-Town Boxing.

The Grunwald Gallery of Art is welcoming a new exhibit entitled “Ongoing Matter” to run from Dec. 3-14. The exhibit is a multi-platform collection of posters encouraging political engagement.

Grunwald Gallery of Art to feature new political engagement exhibit

Nov 11, 2019 4:51 pm

“Ongoing Matter” is a collection of posters encouraging citizens to participate in democracy.

Members of the Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition protest Nov. 10 on Jordan Avenue. The members protested on behalf of Jacobs School of Music students and performers.

Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition stands in silence for Jacobs students

Nov 11, 2019 12:52 pm

Jacobs students protested a lack of opportunities and adequate pay.

Members of the African American Dance Company pose at the end of a performance Nov. 9 at the IU Auditorium. The dance was part of Potpourri of the Arts and was choreographed by Stafford C. Berry Jr.

Potpourri of the Arts celebrates 45th anniversary of the African American Arts Institute

Nov 10, 2019 1:55 pm

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Bootsy Collins led the event Saturday evening.

Artist Jean Elise displays her work Nov. 9 at the Bloomington Handmade Market. The Bloomington Handmade Market is an indie craft show for emerging artists and crafters.

Bloomington Handmade Market attracts over 4,000 visitors

Nov 10, 2019 1:29 pm

The market has showcased local artists since 2009.

A member of the Haitian band Boukman Eksperyans performs Nov. 7 in the IU Auditorium during the First Thursday festival. The festival was moved indoors due to weather.

Visitors still able to celebrate First Thursday festivities despite cold temperatures

Nov 8, 2019 8:34 am

The festival was moved inside due to cold weather.

IU students, Bloomington residents and guests attend the Ekenazi reopening Nov. 7 at the Eskenazi Museum of Art. The museum reopened after undergoing renovations.

Eskenazi Museum of Art reopens after three years of renovations

Nov 8, 2019 8:29 am

The renovation cost $30 million.

Bloomington Graduate Hotel to commission a mural

Nov 7, 2019 7:21 pm

The mural installation is by contemporary artist Nina Chanel Abney.

Gregory Alan Isakov performs with his band Nov. 6 at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater. Isakov is known for often answering the question, “What kind of music do you play?” with, “Sad songs about space.”

Gregory Alan Isakov performs at Buskirk-Chumley

Nov 7, 2019 10:52 am

Isakov is touring in support of his 2018 album "Evening Machines."

Dr. Imani Perry talks Nov. 4 at a black music panel in the Simon Music Library. Perry is a professor at Princeton University.

Lecturer Imani Perry shares insight into black musical tradition

Nov 5, 2019 5:49 pm

The song "Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing" is the focus of Perry's new book.

The Asian Culture Center is located on 10th Street. Students can make bao at 4 p.m. Nov. 8 as part of the culture center’s “Make Friends, Make Bao” event.

Asian Culture Center invites freshmen to make bao, meet new people

Nov 5, 2019 5:49 pm

Bao is a signature Chinese dish that comes in different variations.

Folk music fills Bear’s Place this week with songwriter showcase

Nov 5, 2019 9:57 am

The event takes place from 8-10pm Nov. 5 at Bear’s Place.

Director of Creative Services Mariah Keller leads a tour Nov. 4 during a press event at the Eskenazi Museum of Art. The museum will be reopen Nov. 7.

Eskenazi Museum’s $30 million renovation focuses on guest experience

Nov 4, 2019 10:18 pm

IU’s educational museum welcomes all members of the Bloomington community.

The front doors stand open to visitors Nov. 3 at the Middle Way House. The house will be raising funds for itself while also celebrating The Beatles’ “Abbey Road” album.

Middle Way House to raise funds and celebrate 'Abbey Road'

Nov 3, 2019 4:19 pm

All proceeds will go toward the Middle Way House's services.

Senior Brittany Copeland gets her face painted Oct. 30 at La Casa Latino Culture Center.

La Casa celebrates its biggest night of the year

Oct 31, 2019 7:40 pm

Día de los Muertos was celebrated by IU students Oct. 30.

Mark Stryker, arts reporter and critic for the Detroit Free Press, explains the importance of reading during a talk Oct. 29 in Franklin Hall. He recently published the book, “Jazz from Detroit,” and has covered the arts for several news publications.

Author and IU alumnus Mark Stryker talks jazz and music reporting

Oct 30, 2019 10:08 pm

The author's most recent book is entitled "Jazz from Detroit."

A sign displaying the message, "welcome home!" hangs Oct. 21 from the side of the Eskenazi Museum of Art. The museum will reopen Nov. 7.

Bloomington gears up for reopening of Eskenazi Museum of Art

Oct 30, 2019 1:28 pm

The newly renovated museum will be reopening Nov. 7 with festivities running Nov. 7-10.

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