State of the City 2025: Notable Neighbors
Local business entrepreneurship in Bloomington
Community impact of small businesses
Cultural and artistic contributions in Bloomington
Educational initiatives at Normandale Community College
Diverse representation in children's literature
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They have a really great program for children's literature, which is meant to encourage more diversity in children's literature.
ClawZone Park is a place for family and kids and everyone to come out to have fun and good time for entertainment.
People (4)
Jamie Schumacher Kalakaru-MavaArtist, authorMember of Bloomington's Creative Placemaking Commission and children's book author.
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Member of Bloomington's Creative Placemaking Commission and children's book author.
“I'm really lucky to get to serve on Bloomington's Creative Placemaking Commission.”
Speaking on her role in the local arts commission.
Riet Velthuisen van der BlijFounder and DirectorFounder of Continental Ballet Company for 35 years.
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Founder of Continental Ballet Company for 35 years.
“Bloomington is so lucky to have the Company.”
Reflecting on the importance of the ballet company.
Chris PetersonStaff memberWorks at Normandale Community College and organizes pop-up history museums.
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Works at Normandale Community College and organizes pop-up history museums.
“I wanted to give the students the opportunity to learn a little bit of history.”
Explaining the purpose of pop-up museum exhibits.
Andrew TanCo-ownerCo-owner of ClawZone Park, a new arcade business.
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Co-owner of ClawZone Park, a new arcade business.
“This was my dream from when I was a little to open an arcade place.”
Describing the motivation behind opening his first business.