Good morning, Bloomington.

Target will host a car seat trade-in event from April 27 to May 10 for Bloomington residents to trade in any car seat and receive a 20% Target Circle bonus to buy a new seat or select baby gear — the bonus, which can be used twice, applies to both in-store and online purchases through May 24 — though it excludes some brands such as Wonderfold and Doona.

The University Collections at IU opened an exhibit on April 11 in the McCalla School that shows original comic art, props, and costumes by Marvel artist Mike Zeck.

The exhibit runs through February 2026 and is open Tuesday—Thursday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for visitors to learn about his work.

The Southern Indiana Wind Ensemble will perform its spring concert (Friends, Remembrances, and Jollity) on May 5 at the Bloomington High School North auditorium with showtime at 7 p.m. (Free and open to the public), and conductor Stephen Pratt will lead a program that features works by Gershwin, Holst and Elgar plus two premieres by emerging composers.

An IU coalition including People’s 2030 Platform and the IU AAUP held a protest at Franklin Hall on Thursday to support academic freedom and free speech.

About 50 protesters set up tables with flyers and posters, listened to speakers, and marched to Dunn Meadow—demanding better protection for faculty.

The Indiana Senate passed Bill 1144 on April 15, eliminating judgeships in eleven mostly rural counties—Monroe, Greene, and Owen among them—to save the state up to $2.75M in future fiscal years.

The bill now returns to the House for review and possible adjustments.

Assistant professor Michelle Del Rio helps local communities find and reduce lead in water and dust.

She works with schools and households to run blood-lead screening and technical studies to spot high risk—efforts that may lower lead poisoning among children.

During spring practice at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington, coach Curt Cignetti said the Indiana football team’s talent shined in a live scrimmage that ended 31—23.

He noted that he will review film before fall camp to fine tune performance as both new and returning players contributed.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Wonderland CCS Prom 2025

7-11 p.m. — Indiana Memorial Union Building — Refunds available up to 7 days before event — A magical celebration of joy, friendship, and the wonder of God's creation.

Meditation Mondays: Sound Bath Experience

7-8 p.m. — Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center Library — Cost unknown — Immerse yourself in a relaxing meditative sound bath experience.

Taylor Hollingsworth Live

6-9 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $11.33 — Enjoy an evening of folk music with Taylor Hollingsworth and opening act The Hammer & The Hatchet.