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Sunday, May 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington residents shared letters that express concerns over expanding school vouchers which may reduce public school funding—while also praising solar energy benefits and urging protection for USAID-linked IU programs—and offered thanks for the Islamic Center’s warm hospitality along with straightforward advice and criticism of a proposed peace plan. These letters reflect a broad range of local opinions on education, energy, and community relations. The Herald-Times
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On May 9, workers, owners, and supporters celebrated the reopening of Bloomington Speedway after a major renovation of the historic track that first opened in 1923. Local tenor Rusty Shields sang the national anthem and racer Ashton Thompson of Salem, who began racing at age six, was featured during the event. The B Square Bulletin
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Cosmic Songwriter Festival 2025
7 PM - 1 AM — Buskirk-Chumley Theater — Ticket information available — Experience a unique four-night event of original music as artists collaborate and share their stories.
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IU Founders and Funders Network Venture Summit 2025
12 AM - 12 AM — Indiana Memorial Union Bldg — $100 — Connect with innovators and investors within IU’s startup ecosystem at this exclusive venture summit.
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Rodney Crowell Concert
7-11 p.m. — Buskirk-Chumley Theater — Check for ticket info — Experience the music of a Grammy-winning country artist with decades of hits.
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Spring Prospect Camp
10 AM - 4 PM — Bill Armstrong Stadium — Registration required — An exclusive soccer camp for female athletes looking to develop their skills.
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Artisan Bread Workshop
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Muddy Fork Bakery — $95 per person — Learn the art of sourdough bread making in an intimate, hands-on workshop.
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Composition Forum at 13th USA International Harp Competition
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Ford-Crawford Hall — Free entry — Engage in a discussion of the winning piece and performances at the acclaimed harp competition.
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Stand-Up Comedy Workshop Graduation Show
8 p.m. — The Comedy Attic — Free entry — Watch fresh talent take the stage for their first comedy performance after a five-week workshop.
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Bloomington Comedy Night
9-11 p.m. — The Comedy Attic — $16 – $20 — Enjoy an evening filled with laughter at a local comedy venue.
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Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Holiday Inn Bloomington-University Area — Cost details not specified — Create a vibrant Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying Turkish treats.
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PMP Certification Classroom Training
9 AM – 5 PM — Regus, 3802 E 3rd St, Bloomington, IN — Contact for pricing — Immerse yourself in 32 hours of comprehensive project management training with money-back guarantee and e-learning access.
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