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Friday, February 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jack Kilby organizes a monthly 'Record Show & Tell' in Bloomington, fostering a community of music enthusiasts regardless of their own vinyl collections. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Bloomington's Black Market event, celebrating Black History Month, will feature over 30 local organizations and entrepreneurs offering ideas, products, and artistry, also commemorating the original market destroyed in 1968. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Rhett Skateboarding, the only independent skateboard shop in Bloomington, Indiana, announced its closure at the end of March after nearly 14 years, marking a significant change for the local skateboarding community. The Bloomingtonian
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Jacobs School of Music hosted 'A Celebration of African American and African Diasporic Song' featuring performances of spirituals and compositions by African American composers in honor of Black History Month. Indiana Daily Student
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Bloomington/Monroe County Human Rights Commission is inviting K-6 students to join their 2025 Youth Art & Essay Contest on the theme of diversity's strength in the community, with submissions due by March 12, 2025. City of Bloomington
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Miguel Tedrow, a junior at Bloomington North, credits wrestling and the mentorship of head coach Roy Bruce for providing a significant, positive impact on his life amidst personal challenges. The Herald-Times
- ➤ The Indiana women's basketball team's recent 70-67 loss to Michigan underscores their precarious position on the NCAA Tournament bubble, intensifying the importance of their final games. The Herald-Times
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Bloomington Indiana Creative Scavenger Hunt
A fun and engaging scavenger hunt that takes participants through curated locations in Bloomington, featuring creative tasks and challenges, suitable for individuals, families, and groups.
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Kodo Drummers: A Taiko Experience
The Kodo Drummers bring their powerful Taiko drumming performance to Bloomington, showcasing a blend of traditional and world music through athletic and energetic displays.
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Purdue Boilermakers vs Indiana Hoosiers Basketball Game
The Purdue Boilermakers will face the Indiana Hoosiers in a NCAA Men's Basketball game at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall.
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Jordan Tice of Hawktail: Bloomington Roots Acoustic Concert
Jordan Tice, acclaimed guitarist and songwriter, performs an intimate acoustic concert with an all-star ensemble, featuring a mix of original songs and covers.
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Indiana Heritage Quilt Show 2025
The Indiana Heritage Quilt Show offers three days of quilting workshops and features a cash award contest for quilt entries, showcasing the work of several renowned instructors and a featured textile artist.
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Indiana Heritage Quilt Show and Workshops
The Indiana Heritage Quilt Show features workshops led by renowned instructors and showcases innovative textile art, along with cash awards for quilt entries.
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Heartsaver First Aid, AED, and CPR Course for Adults, Children, and Infants
This American Heart Association-certified course provides essential training in First Aid, AED, and CPR for all age groups.
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Lotus Blossoms Performance by Larry & Joe
Larry & Joe, a duo blending Venezuelan and Appalachian folk music, will perform at the John Waldron Arts Center in Bloomington after their popular appearance at the 2023 Lotus Festival.
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Folias Duo Performance at Indiana University Jacobs School of Music
Folias Duo will present a classical music concert at the prestigious Indiana University Jacobs School of Music.
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Indiana Hoosiers vs. Ohio State Buckeyes Baseball Game
The Indiana Hoosiers will compete against the Ohio State Buckeyes in a live baseball matchup at Bart Kaufman Field.
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