Welcome to Bloomington’s Local Business Hub — your go-to resource for discovering independent businesses, community-rooted services, and creative entrepreneurs across Bloomington and Monroe County.
From homegrown shops and skilled tradespeople to wellness providers, artists, and nonprofits, this directory is built to spotlight the people and places that make Bloomington thrive.
The Fields, which opened in Spring of 1997, offers Bloomington a new lifestyle experience providing unparalleled apartment homes on an exciting 58 acres of grounds, replete with resort-style pool, extensive gardens, and two on-site lakes. A unique combination of inspired design, fine craftsmanship and concerted effort all contributed to make the project possible. The Clubhouse Barn covers 20,000 square feet of floor space, with a 24-foot ceiling. It was constructed soon after World War II by Bloomington business baron Ralph Rogers, who owned, among other businesses, the Rogers Building Company. On this family-run farm, he raised prize cattle, paying a record setting $35,000 for the famous bull, Baca Duke XXXIII, in 1953; as one of the original residents of The Fields, his portrait, (Baca Duke’s that is) has been placed in a position of honor on the entry wall.
At Harbinger’s Grove, we provide customers with a wide selection of new age accessories at the most affordable prices. We carry an extensive inventory. Whether you need something to meditate or defeat any unwanted energies, you will find it at our store. Remember, we also have all the accessories you need to begin your practice in the craft. And don’t forget, our homemade sugar scrubs also make perfect gifts for that special someone.
Daft Designworks is a portrait and graphic design studio located in Jacks Defeat Creek Mall Ellettsville. Daft Designworks photography is unlike any you have ever seen, it is edgy, fashion forward, vibrant, filled with texture, and reflects pride in individualism. Daft Designworks specializes in Senior Portraiture that is affordable, always unique, and never boring, I guarantee that you will love your portraits, and actually have a great time. And you will look A M A Z I N G !!! WARNING ! YOUR FRIENDS MAY BE DISAPPOINTED WITH THEIR SENIOR PORTRAITS ONCE THEY HAVE SEEN YOURS FROM DAFT DESIGNWORKS.
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Rocky’s father Fred Rice, was a very talented pizza operator and set extremely high standards for pizza quality in the Bloomington, Indiana area for over 40 years.
H2H is Bloomington’s biggest garage sale, made up of donations from IU students who have moved. All proceeds benefit local charities. Sale takes place at The Warehouse, 1525 S Rogers St. August 20, 8am-3pm. $10 admission before 9:30 (free after 9:30). CASH ONLY! See h2h.indiana.edu for more info.
"We begin with local ingredients. We offer locally-grown produce, eggs and fruit; locally-raised elk, bison and Angus, herbs and garnishes grown and harvested in our own garden, and even locally-produced maple syrup. We then place these raw materials into the hands of our talented chefs. We match the finished product with fine wines from near and far. The result: an experience that cannot be duplicated anywhere."
When you support a local business, you’re doing more than making a purchase — you’re fueling our local economy, creating jobs, and investing in a more connected, resilient community. Whether you’re hiring a contractor, picking out a handmade gift, or looking for a new favorite yoga studio, it all starts here.
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