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Monday, April 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington residents can join a week of Earth Day events from April 16 through May 10 that include free workshops, cleanups, and tree plantings. The events at venues such as Eigenmann Hall and Switchyard Park offer hands-on activities and community celebrations—registration and waivers are required for some. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ The City of Bloomington will open Hopewell Commons on April 23 at 332 W. University St. with festivities starting at 3:30 p.m.—a formal ceremony begins at 4:15 p.m. with local leaders, live music, food trucks, and community games, and attendees may use accessible parking and an electric shuttle for overflow parking. The Bloomingtonian
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington's first Psychedelic Fest called 'Mind Unveiled' will take place on April 19 at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater (114 E. Kirkwood Ave) and offer film screenings, Q&As, and interactive activities like sound healing and ecstatic dance without any drugs present. The Indiana Psychedelic Society, started in April 2024, hopes to educate the community on healing with natural psychedelics and work toward their decriminalization. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Fashion design students hosted their annual show on April 10 at Alumni Hall at the Indiana Memorial Union in Bloomington—audiences cheered as models displayed creative collections with bright colors. Indiana Daily Student
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Area protests under the 50501 movement are planned for April 19 in Monroe, Brown and Owen counties – with events at courthouse squares – and some protesters will join a convoy to Indianapolis after the Spencer rally. A separate protest will be held on April 15 at the Monroe County Courthouse at 10 a.m. during U.S. Sen. Todd Young’s Bloomington visit. The Herald-Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The new Damien Center facility is nearing completion and will offer expanded HIV services by early June. Local artists Tiffany Black and Qahar Behzad designed the mural 'Community is Life'—and dozens of volunteers are helping to paint it as a tribute to the community served. WTHR
- ➤ With measles cases spreading in Indiana, the Monroe County Health Department will hold a mobile vaccine clinic on April 21 from noon to 6 p.m. at the Ellettsville branch of the Monroe County Public Library—Meeting Room B at 600 W. Temperance St for residents who are unvaccinated or need a second dose to protect against measles, mumps and rubella. The Herald-Times
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Brad Taylor, known as the Bearded Baker, made sourdough bread and dough treats at his home on March 27—he stretched and folded the dough—using a process that highlights his unique baking style. The Herald-Times
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana men's basketball coach Darian DeVries said he is urgently rebuilding the team after losing seven scholarship players—he has already begun recruiting new talent to build a strong culture that will restore the program's success. DeVries said he will use firm standards to guide his recruiting as he works quickly to fill the roster. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Bloomington area boys golfers are returning to the courses this week as they prepare for sectional play. Competitions will be held from June 2 to June 9 and coaches from teams including Bloomington South, Bloomington North, Edgewood, Eastern Greene, and Owen Valley are confident key players will lead their teams forward. The Herald-Times
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The Music of John Denver featuring Aaron Grubb
7-9:30 p.m. — The Avenue On College — Tickets available — Experience a joyful evening of John Denver's classics with a sing-along atmosphere.
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Hank Ruff Live Performance
Time TBA — The Bluebird — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the rising star Hank Ruff as he performs tracks from his hit EP 'Hellbender'.
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Upcycle Craft Workshop
— Time not specified — Indiana Memorial Union — Free entry — A creative workshop where you can transform old materials into stylish crafts while promoting sustainability.
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PMP Certification Training in Bloomington, IN
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Regus, Bloomington, IN — Early Bird pricing available — Comprehensive 4-day classroom training for PMP certification with interactive sessions and resources.
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Gabriel Rutledge Live Comedy Show
7-11 p.m. — The Comedy Attic — Tickets available — Experience the witty, fast-paced humor of past comedy competition winner Gabriel Rutledge.
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40th Annual Spring Wildflower Foray
10 AM – 5 PM — T.C. Steele State Historic Site — Free entry — Explore the beauty of blooms and nature on guided hikes and educational programs.
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MCCSC Family Fun Run 2025
9-10 a.m. — Grandview Elementary School — Registration fees apply — Enjoy a morning of health and fun with mile and 5k runs for families.
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Private African Art Tour
12:30 – 2:00 PM — Eskenazi Museum of Art — Admission required — Explore the depth of African artistic heritage with a personal guide through unique exhibits.
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Mamalarky Live in Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Bishop Bar — 18+ entry — Experience the tender, intricate indie rock of Mamalarky with their unique blend of humor and heartfelt lyrics.
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The Kickback 101: Projection Listening Party
7:30-11:30 p.m. — IU Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center — $10 for students, $20 for non-students — Celebrate the end of the semester with live performances and fresh eats at Troy Thomas' album launch.
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