Good morning, Bloomington.

Bloomington and Indiana University will host Asianfest on March 27, 2025 to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

The free event includes an outdoor fair on Kirkwood Avenue from 5 to 7 p.m.—cultural performances follow at Buskirk-Chumley Theater from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Students learned basic hand stitching at a sewing lesson held Tuesday in the Frangipani Room at IU Union Board.

Sophomores led the class (teaching blanket, back, and running stitches as well as how to sew a button) with kits provided by Bloomington Fine Art Supply.

IU President Pamela Whitten announced that David Reingold will serve as the new Chancellor for Bloomington starting June 2, 2025—Reingold, a former IU faculty member from 1997 to 2015, will oversee finance, administration, community engagement, enrollment, student life and campus research.

Bloomington Mayor Kerry Thomson said she will ask the Indiana Supreme Court to review the city’s constitutional case on annexation after a lower court ruling stopped plans in five areas—she plans to file the petition in early April to clarify local powers over urban growth.

Mayor Kerry Thomson said Bloomington will petition the Indiana Supreme Court in early April after state actions voided annexation contracts that limited the city’s ability to expand.

The mayor said the petition will clarify local governments’ rights to manage growth so that all who use city services help pay for them — a matter that may affect every community in Indiana.

Bloomington’s city council halted plans to start changes to the unified development ordinance after a 4—4 vote at Wednesday’s meeting.

Councilmembers had set proposals addressing sustainability, housing density and parking requirements in motion but will now rework the ideas before taking any new steps.

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.

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.

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.

Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents: New Orleans Songbook

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

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.

DINO Trail Run – Paynetown

9 AM — Dunn Meadow — Registration Fee — Experience the rugged terrain and beautiful views of the Pate Hollow Trail in a challenging 15k run.

USC at Indiana Baseball Game

12-4 p.m. — Bart Kaufman Field — Watch live baseball action — Catch USC taking on Indiana in an exciting college matchup.

ZZ Top Concert

7:30-11 p.m. — Brown County Music Center — Ticketed event — Experience legendary rock blues infused with humor and high-energy performances from the iconic ZZ Top.

Straight No Chaser: Top Shelf Tour

7:30 PM - 11:59 PM | Indiana University Auditorium | Check local listings for ticket prices | Enjoy an evening of captivating a cappella harmonies with Straight No Chaser.

Hoosier Collegiate Invitational

2-5 p.m. — Bart Kaufman Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling matchup between Indiana Hoosiers and Michigan State Spartans live.