Good morning, Bloomington.

Local volunteer opportunities are open through the Bloomington Volunteer Network, with ongoing 40 Days of Peace projects and a tax service shift at the Ellettsville site.

A volunteer role to help with the Boys & Girls Clubs donor luncheon is set for Feb. 13 at Lincoln Street Club.

Bloomington kicked off Black History Month celebrations on Feb.

7 at city hall with dance, poetry and choral performances, drawing 300+ community members. Upcoming events include a Black Market on Feb. 14, a poster contest on Feb. 21, and a gala at Woolery Mill on Feb. 28.

Indiana Newsroom will launch this fall at IU Media School using a $300K grant from the Community Foundation of Bloomington and Monroe County to expand local coverage on underreported issues and offer paid, hands-on training to up to 15 student reporters per semester — partnering with local news organizations.

Indiana University’s new Capital Campus in Washington (Dupont Circle) will expand student opportunities with classrooms, event spaces and on-site housing that reduce transit burdens and foster community.

The facility builds on over four decades of public affairs internships, offering a fresh hub that merges theory with practical experience.

Indiana University will launch the new Jacobs Dance department next school year by merging its ballet and contemporary dance programs — giving students a choice of degree tracks.

Current ballet and dance faculty will join, and theater and drama merger talks continue.

Former White House climate advisor Gina McCarthy and former EPA deputy Janet McCabe discussed local climate action during a talk at Indiana University on Feb.

5, stressing that mayors and community officials must lead on climate policy while federal efforts lag — a call for local leadership amid extreme weather.

Bloomington restored fluoride in its tap water using a temporary modular system after six years without consistent levels caused by erosion issues, according to a Monday announcement.

Officials acknowledged past reporting gaps and said they will hold annual public meetings on water quality.

Bloomington’s plan commission voted Monday night to recommend rezoning 6.3 acres for the Hopewell South PUD, which would support nearly 100 small, affordable homes and require enhanced accessibility oversight — the proposal will next be reviewed by city council.

Indiana men’s basketball player Lamar Wilkerson was named Big Ten Co-Player of the Week on Monday after scoring 58 points in two games last week for his team.

He shared the award with Iowa’s Bennett Stirtz as his play helped secure a close overtime win.

Bloomington readers can vote in the IU Health Herald-Times Athlete of the Week poll covering Feb.

2-7, featuring nominees from local schools including Bloomington South and Eastern Greene. The poll will close Thursday, Feb. 12 at noon.

Lamar Wilkerson scored 41 points to lead Indiana to a 92-74 win over Oregon at Assembly Hall on Monday night.

The Hoosiers turned a tight early game into a strong second half to secure their fourth win in five games.

Bloomington Polar Plunge

10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Indiana University Memorial Stadium — Check website for registration details — Take the plunge to support Special Olympics athletes in a thrilling and chilly challenge.

The World According to Sound

7-9 p.m. — Indiana Memorial Union — Free entry — Experience a unique sonic journey that transforms academic inquiry into immersive soundscapes.

American Pirates Album Release

8-10 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $11.33 — Experience a surreal night of music with American Pirates and enjoy Food and Folklore.

Oregon Ducks vs. Indiana Hoosiers Women's Basketball

1-3 p.m. — Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall — Affordable tickets available — Don't miss this exciting clash between the Ducks and Hoosiers in a thrilling women's basketball showdown.

Laid Back Country Picker Live

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $24.72 — Enjoy an evening of good music and a friendly atmosphere with Laid Back Country Picker and The Hammer and the Hatchet.

Sword II Live Concert

9:00 – 11:00 p.m. — The Bishop Bar — Tickets on sale now — Experience the thrilling live performance of Sword II in Bloomington for their first time ever.

Brass Band Concert with Nick Hinman

8 p.m. — Auer Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of a breathtaking orchestral performance led by conductor Nick Hinman.

feeble little horse Live Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Bishop Bar — Tickets available now — Experience the unique sounds of feeble little horse live in concert.

Shamrock Shuffle 5K

9 AM – 1 PM — Monroe County Fairgrounds — Registration fees apply — Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a festive 5K Run/Walk.

Bloomington Symphony Orchestra: Between Silence and Strauss

5-8 p.m. — Buskirk-Chumley Theater — Children FREE, Students $16, Adults $29 — Experience an evening of classical music featuring soloist Shawn Tairyu Head and award-winning performers.