Good morning, Bloomington.

The Commission on the Status of Women will honor local female leaders during the 2026 Women’s Achievement Awards at the Women’s History Month Luncheon (Monroe Convention Center) on Wednesday, Mar.

25. Tickets cost $45 each or $425 for a table and are available until Mar. 17.

This weekend, Bloomington offers several events including a free board game swap Saturday at the Downtown library, a maple syrup workshop at RCA Community Park, a film screening and a 13th anniversary drag party at Back Door — Sunday features a free PBS preview at IU Cinema.

Baked! of Bloomington is planned to reopen in the next two or three weeks after repair work fixed damage from a burst pipe that closed the bakery last December.

The restoration, led by SERVPRO, also included plans to expand the menu to coffee and add a board game area.

Bloomington earned an A score from CDP for environmental transparency on Feb.

26, thanks to strong climate action and sustainable initiatives. The city noted its support for residents and businesses (details on the Climate Action Dashboard) as part of its effort toward net zero emissions by 2050.

Rep. Erin Houchin on Thursday highlighted $1.2 million federal funding for 10th Street safety improvements, including a HAWK crosswalk and wider sidewalks near IU, which IU leader Pamela Whitten said will reduce risk and improve movement for students.

Candidates representing EMPOWER and FORWARD debated their platforms for IUSG at IU's Memorial Union Frangipani Room on Wednesday evening ahead of the student government election.

Voting opens 10 a.m. March 2 and closes 10 p.m. March 4.

On Feb. 26, the Indiana Senate approved House amendments to a bill that, if accepted by the Bears, would build a new stadium in Hammond for the team; the proposal now heads to Gov. Braun for his signature.

Lawmakers say the project may create jobs & tourism in the region.

Former Hoosier cornerback D’Angelo Ponds is set to participate in the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium today and will run the 40-yard dash at Indiana’s Pro Day in Bloomington on April 1 — he impressed scouts with key plays during the playoff run.

Indiana football safety Louis Moore recounted his second stint with the Hoosiers at the NFL combine on Thursday.

He reflected on his journey with the team and offered insight into his future plans.

Indiana football player Riley Nowakowski praised former teammate Fernando Mendoza for his precise passing and strong arm during the NFL combine, sharing details about their time playing together.

Indiana softball newcomers are already impacting the season in Bloomington as transfers and freshmen add strength to the team; senior outfielder Ellie Goins excels with a high average while junior Brooke Mannon and pitchers Aubree Hooks and Ella Troutt show promise on the mound.

Indiana AD Scott Dolson will attend a White House roundtable on college sports on Friday, March 6.

He was invited along with other top administrators following IU football's national title win.

Indiana baseball will face Western Kentucky in a four-game series starting at 4 p.m. Friday at a local field (Bart Kaufman Field), as the team looks to build momentum with rising stars boosting its offense following a recent win.

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.

Brownstone Midwest Supper Club: Dr. Allon Friedman

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Lennie's Brewpub — Cost varies — Engage in vibrant conversation and enjoy a talk on the state of medicine.

Master’s Recital – Carl Ek, Clarinet

5 PM — Ford-Crawford Hall — Ticket purchase required — Experience an enchanting evening of live clarinet performance.

Junior Recital – Allison Sharp, Soprano

7 PM — Indiana University Jacobs School of Music — Ticketed entry — Experience the breathtaking performance of soprano Allison Sharp at this enchanting junior recital.

Hairbangers Ball Concert

9 PM - 12 AM — The Bluebird — Tickets available — Experience a thrilling night of rock classics with Hairbangers Ball.

Spring Break Bash: Booze Hounds & Friends

5:30-8:30 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $17 — Celebrate Spring Break with bluegrass tunes from Booze Hounds, The Lowlanders, and Father Kentucky.

Spring Equinox Market

12-6 p.m. — Switchyard Park — Check out 41 fantasy, pagan, and nature-based vendors along with food trucks at this vibrant market.