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in Bloomington
Monday, April 20th, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington and AccessAbleUSA today launched guides for 20 spots that detail accessibility features such as entrances, routes and restrooms to help locals find businesses, cultural venues and essential services that suit diverse needs. The Herald-Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Magdalena Bay will perform at IU Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday during Little 500 week with local band Six Foot Blonde opening. Tickets cost between $44 and $74 and IU students receive a discount with valid ID. Indiana Daily Student
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Monroe County offers Tire Amnesty Day on May 16 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the county fairgrounds for residents to dispose of old tires at no cost (up to eight per vehicle), helping reduce illegal dumping and promote safe disposal. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Earth Day on April 18, 2026 at Switchyard Park in Bloomington brought community groups together to promote environmental practices. Local organizations, including Art Remains Creative ReUse Center (formerly on Sixth Street) and Electrify Indiana, featured interactive activities, food trucks, and vendors in a free public event from noon to 3:30 p.m. Indiana Daily Student
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana men's golf battled rain and wind at The Pfau Course on Saturday and Sunday in the Hoosier Collegiate, finishing 55-over-par and 12th overall. Coach Mike Mayer said the team will improve before the Big Ten Championships starting May 1 in North Plains, Oregon. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Freshman Aubree Hooks pitched in Iowa City as Indiana softball won a 2-1 series against Iowa, improving her record to 9-2 & lowering her ERA to 2.32. The team will return to Andy Mohr Field at 5 p.m. Wednesday to face Valparaiso. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana track and field split the team into three groups this weekend, winning eight events at meets in North Carolina, Florida, and Terre Haute, and will now prepare for the Jesse Owens Invitational in Columbus on May 1-2. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana softball won a 2-1 series against Iowa after a Friday game was canceled for severe weather — forcing a Saturday doubleheader and Sunday's rubber match. The team will host Valparaiso on Wednesday at 5 p.m. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Sophomore outfielder Caleb Koskie hit a go-ahead single to give Indiana a 5-4 win over Abilene Christian Sunday at Bart Kaufman Field and tied a 21-game hit streak record; he will attempt to extend it to 22 in Tuesday’s game in Muncie while coach Jeff Mercer praised his mental adjustments. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana women's basketball added former Iowa State guard Kenzie Hare on Sunday, joining other transfers and freshmen to fill roster gaps after an 18-14 season. The Hoosiers also secured Nebraska forward Jessica Petrie to boost their lineup for the upcoming season (more details expected). Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ After a 4 to 3 win on Saturday clinched their fourth straight playoff berth, the Indy Fuel will face the Fort Wayne Komets in their first meeting since 1991 with Game 1 set for Friday, April 24 at 7:35 p.m. in Fort Wayne. WTHR
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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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