Good morning, Bloomington.

Bloomington’s Volunteer Network offers local events today.

Nominations for the 2026 Be More Awards are due March 31, bird feeder cleaning is scheduled at Bloomington Hardware on April 18, and Shakespeare in the Park auditions will take place at Monroe County Public Library (303 E. Kirkwood Ave.) on March 28–29.

Folklore and Ethnomusicology Student Association will host a ghost walk through campus landmarks including Dunn Cemetery (known for its lady in black legend and haunted auditorium) to share IU’s 200-year history.

The event costs about $3 and offers a close look at local folklore.

The Indiana Daily Student spotlighted IU campus landmarks — such as Eagleson Avenue renamed in 2022 and Wylie House now a museum — that honor figures like Atwater, Hamilton and Showalter who built the school's rich legacy.

IU Bloomington's residence halls close May 10 at 10 a.m. and students must clear belongings by then, prompting many to choose month-to-month storage units to manage summer break gaps, study abroad terms, roommate changes or summer internships.

Bloomington Street Department crews patched 553 potholes during the week ending March 20 and remain busy today on roads weakened by freeze-thaw cycles + city officials reported 1,824 repairs in 2026 with West Kirkwood and South Rogers slated for summer repaving.

Bloomington police launched a voluntary Blue Envelope Program that gives free blue envelopes and window clings to help drivers with autism alert first responders during stops.

The program lets drivers store key documents in an accessible spot + participation is confidential and does not prevent citations.

A Bloomington developer is planning 17 new homes at Baxter Village on the far east side at 4415 E- Moores Pike, with construction starting in May.

Homebuyers can choose customizable layouts, universal design features, and options that range from $500,000 to $580,000.

On Monday, Indiana softball took a 7-0 lead at Andy Mohr Field but gave way to a pitching collapse that allowed No. 17 Oregon to rally for a 24-12 loss, dropping the team to a 25-7 record; the squad will face a two-game set against Detroit Mercy on Friday and Saturday.

Ashlinn James, named Kentucky Miss Basketball in Lexington, joins Indiana’s highly ranked women’s basketball recruiting class (including GiGi Battle, Addison Nyemchek, and Zoe Jackson) after leading Louisville Assumption High School to a regional championship while averaging 14.9 points and 4.5 rebounds.

After a 14-2 loss to Minnesota on Sunday, Indiana baseball will host Indiana State today at 6 p.m. (at Bart Kaufman Field) in Bloomington.

The team looks to rebound on a three-game winning streak and maintain its 20-15 all-time record against the Sycamores.

Twin Talk // Fractured Performance

6-9 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $13.60 — Experience an evening of innovative jazz from local talents Kyle Quass, Brendan Keller-Tuberg, and Julian Douglas.

GRB Benefit Featuring Tipa Tipo and Amy O

5-8 p.m. — The Orbit Room — Check local listings for ticket prices — Enjoy a night of music benefiting the community with local artists Tipa Tipo and Amy O.

Natalie Boeyink and IU JazzGirls Day Mentors Recital

7 p.m. — Ford-Crawford Hall — Reserve your seat now — Experience a breathtaking recital featuring Natalie Boeyink and talented IU JazzGirls Day mentors.

Master’s Recital featuring Nina Royston

3 PM — Ford-Crawford Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of live performing arts in a breathtaking recital by soprano Nina Royston.

Master’s Recital featuring Reagan Martin, Soprano

5 p.m. — Indiana University Jacobs School of Music — Tickets required — Experience the magic of a breathtaking recital performed by a talented soprano.

Mike Doughty Solo Tour

8-11 p.m. — The Bishop Bar — 18+ event — Experience stripped-down performances from the iconic voice of alternative music.

Senior Recital Featuring Connor Shimbashi on Tuba

1 p.m. — Indiana University Jacobs School of Music — Tickets required — Experience the magic of live performance with Connor Shimbashi's tuba recital.

Senior Recital – Eowyn Bakke, Horn

7 p.m. — Indiana University Jacobs School of Music — Ticket Purchase Required — Experience the enchanting sounds of Eowyn Bakke's horn recital in a breathtaking performance.

Live @ The Orbit Room Featuring Garden Cinema

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $13.60 — Enjoy a night of eclectic performances with Producing a Kind Generation and Garden Cinema.

A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of vibrant hip-hop at this electrifying concert.