Good morning, Bloomington.

This weekend includes an Easter egg hunt at the Southeast Y at 10 a.m., the Music Tech Playground at IU Innovates from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., a Heated Rivalry dance party Friday night, Michael Longfellow stand-up shows at the Comedy Attic, and a trinket swap Sunday at Cat's Closet.

Baked! at 115 N. Washington St. reopened on Saturday, March 14 after closing on Dec.

23, 2025 because of water damage; the shop now offers iced coffee (sourced from Brown County Coffee) and has improved its layout for ordering custom cookies.

Bloomington and Alluinn Development purchased land today at the corner of Rogers and 10th for a four-story, 170-room boutique hotel in the Trades District — construction will begin this summer once permits are approved, adding key meeting space and hospitality for local innovation.

Mama Duke's Hawaiian Barbeque is expanding its presence in Bloomington with a food truck available Wednesday and Thursday and upcoming participation in the Community Farmers' Market every other weekend starting Saturday, April 4 (located at 401 N.

Morton St), while its College Mall location remains open.

The Black Film Center + Archive and University Collections at McCalla opened ‘By Their Own Hands: The Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame’ on Sept.

5, honoring film legends with a wall of 42 handprints and memorabilia. The exhibit runs through May 31 at the Herman B Wells Library ground floor.

Indiana University's Earth and Atmospheric Sciences department launched a weekly weather balloon program to improve forecasts and train students, starting February.

The initiative is part of a national collaboration among 20 schools with the National Weather Service and will continue as funding permits (a new research opportunity).

MCCSC approved selling the former Herald-Times building at a March 24 meeting.

The district will post a notice within 30 days and hire a broker to sell the property, used for storage and bus parking near High School South — a move driven by soaring renovation costs.

Welding work on the convention center expansion was underway at the 3rd Street and Walnut Street site on March 25 (Dave Askins reported) as part of the public project to update local event spaces.

Indiana football will hold its spring game on April 23 at 8 p.m. at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington; fans will get a first-look at the 2026 roster featuring returning starters, freshmen, and transfers.

Practice begins Thursday, and Pro Day on April 1 is reserved for select players.

Indiana football opens spring practice today in Bloomington as the reigning national champions begin team drills.

Head coach Curt Cignetti will guide returning veterans and new transfers to bolster fundamentals for a competitive season.

Indiana baseball lost 5-4 on Tuesday night at Bart Kaufman Field after leaving bases loaded in a key inning against Indiana State.

The Hoosiers hold a 10-14 record and will travel to Nebraska Friday for a three-game series against No. 24 Nebraska.

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.

Doctoral Recital by Min Ji Kim, Violin

8:30 p.m. — Indiana University Jacobs School of Music — Ticket required — Experience the magic of a breathtaking performance by violinist Min Ji Kim.

Johnny Socko Live Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Bluebird — Cost info TBD — Dance to the ska-funk rhythms of Johnny Socko, a beloved local band from Bloomington.