Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of June.
Good morning, Bloomington.
The Ellettsville High School Class of 2000 will hold its 25-year reunion on June 28 at 6 p.m. at Phat Daddy’s BBQ and Twisted Tap on Indiana 46 in Ellettsville—tickets cost $25 per person and each member may bring one adult guest.
The Edgewood High School Class of 2000 will celebrate its 25-year reunion on Saturday, June 28 at 6 p.m. at Phat Daddy’s BBQ and Twisted Tap in Ellettsville — each member may bring one adult guest and tickets cost $25 when purchased in advance.
On Saturday, June 7, children set up 98 registered lemonade stands around Bloomington as part of Monroe County’s Lemonade Day — with IU hosting its Granfalloon festival concurrently.
Many young entrepreneurs offered creative lemonade flavors and treats — donating part of their earnings to local charities.
The Indiana University Arts and Humanities Council hosted its annual Granfalloon festival honoring Kurt Vonnegut last week—photographer Juliette Kniola documented events that featured Andy Mendoza Beasley's new cat’s cradle tattoo by Jason Profant, a handmade market on the courthouse lawn, a keynote by Lynda Barry, a poetry slam, and a sculpture display at the Cook Center.
Visitors to Beanblossom Bottoms Nature Preserve saw new upgrades on June 6 that included an educational kiosk, benches at the trailhead, an improved access trail and better parking.
Sycamore Land Trust, headquartered in Bloomington, funded the project with a Duke Energy Foundation donation and is using the work to protect wetlands—reducing flooding risks and helping wildlife thrive.
Residents and business owners affected by the May 16 tornadoes in Monroe County are now eligible for low-interest disaster loans from the SBA.
The agency opened a Disaster Loan Outreach Center at Ivy Tech—open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—with applications for physical damage loans due by July 29 and the center closing at 3 p.m. on June 18.
Summer Prospect Camp
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Bill Armstrong Stadium — Check the event page for pricing details — A dedicated soccer camp for female athletes looking to enhance their skills.
Southern Junior Masters Golf Tournament
Sunday – Monday — The Pfau Course — Registration required — A premier tournament showcasing Indiana's top junior golfers competing in stroke play.
Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp
June 17-19 — Twin Lakes Recreation Center — $97 for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills with high-intensity drills and character building.
Frank Solo Performance
7-9 p.m. — The Vault Pub — Check local listings for entry fee — Enjoy an evening of solo music in a cozy pub setting.
Rainbow Birders Nature Walk
4-5 p.m. — RCA Community Park Playground — Registration required — Discover native plants and their impact on Indiana's wildlife in a hands-on nature walk.
CAMP SESSION 3
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM — Counsilman Billingsley Aquatic Center — Age Range 3-18 — Dive into a week of water sports fun at this co-ed camp in Bloomington.
PMP Certification Classroom Training
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. — Regus — Early bird rates available — Enhance your project management skills with 32 hours of interactive training and expert guidance.
Tate Sherman Quartet Performance
5 p.m. — The Vault Pub — Free entry — Experience an evening of jazz with the Tate Sherman Quartet featuring talented musicians.
BubbleFest 2025
10 AM – 5 PM — WonderLab Science Museum — Free with Museum Admission — Dive into the science of bubbles with hands-on activities and demonstrations for all ages.
Mick Foley: 40 Years of Foley!
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Comedy Attic — Ticket Prices Vary — Experience the legendary Mick Foley as he shares stories from his iconic wrestling career, concluding with a Q&A session.
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