Today
in Bloomington
Sunday, April 19th, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents can now cast votes in the Best of B‑Town Community’s Choice Awards, where local businesses are honored. Wheelock Heating and Cooling is recognized for its customer service and home comfort (nominations opened in February and voting continues through April). The Herald-Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jacobs School of Music held a 90-minute concert at Auer Hall Friday to honor Myron Bloom on what would have been his 100th birthday + his former students, family and staff celebrated his lasting legacy as a renowned horn player and educator. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ IU Cinema hosted the Montage Film Festival Friday night, showing 12 student films and drawing about 50 local attendees. Winners such as Cascade and Kansas were recognized by a panel including IU alumni — and submissions will open in early spring for next year. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Molly Tuttle played a short set at Landlocked Music to celebrate Record Store Day and tease her show at the Bluebird tonight. She played three songs (Highway Knows, Goodbye Little Miss Sunshine, and San Joaquin). The B Square Bulletin
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington pet owners should plan travel carefully as airlines charge between $95 and $150 for small pets and fees rise for larger animals while rideshares and trains add extra costs (checking policies ahead of booking can save money). The Herald-Times
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington’s redevelopment commission will consider a public offering for the 2-acre College Square site set at a $7.59 million minimum price on Monday, Apr. 20 (the Monroe County capital improvement board requested a 30-day pause to negotiate a land swap for a convention center host hotel proposal). The B Square Bulletin
- ➤ The B Square released a report detailing property transfers in Monroe County from Mar. 14 to Apr. 14 using Beacon data, noting numerous completed sales. Updates are provided each Sunday to keep residents informed about local real estate activity. The B Square Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana baseball lost 8-4 to Abilene Christian on Saturday at Bart Kaufman Field in Bloomington as the Hoosiers struggled with walks and errors after a strong start. They will finish the series today at noon. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana women’s tennis lost matches to UCLA and USC this weekend and ended the season with 14 wins and 11 losses in all play and 4 wins and 9 losses in Big Ten play + the team will compete in the tournament in Columbus from April 23 to 26. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana women's golf tied for sixth at the Buckeye Invitational in Columbus after posting a 47 over par total following a strong start and later struggles. The team will next compete in the Big Ten Championships at Oakmont Golf Club from April 21 to 26. Indiana Daily Student
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Fourth Annual Celebration of Math and Music
7-9 p.m. — Maxwell Hall — Free entry — Enjoy an insightful evening of mathematical concepts intertwined with musical performances by expert musicians.
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Informatics Capstone Fair 2026
1-4 p.m. — Franklin Hall — Free entry — Discover innovative solutions as over 50 senior informatics teams showcase their capstone projects.
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The Museum in Question: An Inside Look at Two New IU Exhibitions
1-4:30 p.m. — Eskenazi Museum of Art — Pre-registration required — Explore two new exhibitions with curators while enjoying a historical campus tour.
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God's Gracious Girls Revival Night
6-9 p.m. — Fine Arts Building | Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design — Free entry — Experience a powerful night of prayer and worship that renews hearts and restores faith.
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Saving Ava Premiere
7-10 p.m. — Buskirk-Chumley Theater — Check for ticket info — Experience a thrilling adventure of friendship and self-discovery in a story of six teenagers on a cross-country quest.
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Bloomington Comedy Showcase
8 p.m. — The Comedy Attic — Enjoy a night of laughter with both seasoned comedians and fresh talent testing their material.
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Free Feline Friday
12-5 p.m. — Bloomington Animal Shelter — Free adoption — Find your next feline friend at this monthly event dedicated to pet welfare.
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Maris Live Performance
7 PM — The Bluebird — Ticket prices not specified — Experience the playful sounds of rising star Maris, a unique pop singer-songwriter.
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Benjamin Tod Concert
7 PM — The Bluebird — Ticket info not provided — Experience the heartfelt country melodies of Benjamin Tod and his wife Ashley Mae after the retirement of Lost Dog Street Band.
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MotionArts Dance Academy Spring Gala 2026
2-3:30 p.m. — Buskirk-Chumley Theater — E-tickets available — Celebrate a spectacular semester of dance with vibrant performances from ballet, contemporary, jazz, and company dancers.
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