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Thursday, March 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of March.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Bloomington is set to enjoy a vibrant weekend with activities including a Pet Expo, a Gallery Walk, a dance party celebrating Lady Gaga's new album, and other community events as spring arrives.  The Herald-Times

CULTURE NEWS

  • The IU Latin Jazz Ensemble's performance at the Buskirk-Chumley Theatre, celebrating Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, turned into an interactive and communal dance event, with audience members actively participating in dance.  Indiana Daily Student

EDUCATION NEWS

  • IU students Riah Washington and Hannah Shepherd serve as Depop Student Ambassadors, promoting sustainability and gaining marketing experience through hosting campus events and networking.  Indiana Daily Student
  • IU's Interfraternity Council and Panhellenic Association have halted all social events until March 24 to address health and safety concerns after recent incidents involving member fraternities and sororities.  Indiana Daily Student

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Bloomington launches the Cool Corridors project with CanopyBloomington, planting 100 trees to combat heat and improve air quality.  The Bloomingtonian

SPORTS NEWS

  • Bloomington South High School, led by Vincent Moutardier's impressive shooting, secured a 70-49 victory over Bloomington North in a high school basketball sectional opener, highlighting a consistent performance reminiscent of their 2021 postseason success.  The Herald-Times
  • Indiana men's basketball surrenders a lead in the last two minutes to lose 73-64 against Oregon, continuing a pattern of narrow losses.  Indiana Daily Student
  • Indiana's baseball team experienced a disappointing 13-11 loss to Northern Kentucky, highlighting persistent inconsistencies with both pitching and hitting.  Indiana Daily Student

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 3/7/25

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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.

    Sat, 3/8/25

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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.

    Sun, 3/9/25

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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.

    Tue, 3/11/25

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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.

    Wed, 3/12/25

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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.

    Sun, 3/16/25

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  • Paul Cauthen Live at The Bluebird

    Paul Cauthen, known for his powerful music and messages of forgiveness, will perform songs from his latest collection 'Have Mercy' at The Bluebird in Bloomington.

    Tue, 3/18/25

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  • Guided Tour of Islamic Texts

    3-4:30 p.m. | The Lilly Library | Free entry | Explore rare Islamic manuscripts with expert guidance from Michael Krautkraemer.

    Mon, 3/24/25

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  • Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents: New Orleans Songbook

    Experience an enchanting jazz concert featuring the New Orleans Songbook at the Indiana University Auditorium.

    Wed, 3/26/25

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  • Sam Barber's Restless Mind Tour

    8-9:30 p.m. | The Bluebird | Cost information TBA | Experience one of country music's rising stars on his nationwide debut tour.

    Fri, 3/28/25

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