Good morning, Bloomington.

Bloomington is hosting a busy week of summer events (including Strawberry Shortcake, a Monroe County garage sale, live concerts, a Pride dance and Bluegrass Fest) from June 11 to 15.

This weekend, the library will host Puzzles and Pizza, a Handmade Market will run on the square, and a local fishing event invites residents to join.

IU LAB Bio Start-up Center is partnering with NVIDIA Inception today to give local healthcare and biotech startups access to AI tools, technical training & network opportunities.

The initiative strengthens Indiana’s biotech innovation and boosts Bloomington’s role in turning research into real-world solutions.

Indiana University on Wednesday unveiled a permanent memorial sculpture honoring HIV/AIDS activist Ryan White at the Indiana Memorial Union in Bloomington (the bronze statue titled 'Keep Going' shows him as a teenager with a backpack) inviting visitors to leave notes of encouragement.

Sounds From the Black Hole will present a night of experimental music on Friday, June 19 at Walkover Record Shop in downtown Bloomington.

The all-ages event begins at 7 p.m. with a $10 suggested donation – no one will be turned away.

The EPA is proposing to roll back PFAS rules for drinking water and extend compliance deadlines, which may reduce water safety confidence in the region.

Indiana American Water finished installing a $6 million filtration system at its Charlestown plant, and public hearings on the changes are scheduled for July 7.

Tales of Ambergrove at Nexus Convergence

10 AM - 6 PM — Bloomington Convention Center — Free entry — Explore video games, TTRPGs, and unique vendors at this exciting game-themed convention.

Greg Mendez at The Bishop

9-11 p.m. — The Bishop — 18+ — Experience the poignant alt-pop sounds of Greg Mendez with tracks from his latest album, 'Beauty Land'.

Bill Monroe Bean Blossom Bluegrass Festival 2026

June 17-20 — Bill Monroe Music Park & Campground — Tickets sold separately — Experience top bluegrass performances with legendary artists and local talent.

Captured - Journey Tribute

Evening — The Bluebird — $10 — Enjoy an entertaining night with Captured, the ultimate Journey tribute band belting out classic hits.

Indiana University Summer String Academy

N/A — June 20 – July 18 — Indiana University Jacobs School of Music — Tuition required — Intensive training for young string musicians at a top music school.

Bloomington Contra Dance

7:30 – 9:30 p.m. — Harmony School — Sliding scale donation from $3 to $20 — Enjoy a community dance experience that promotes safety and inclusion.

Music Masterclass at Indiana University

Event Title — Time Range — Indiana University Jacobs School of Music — Cost — Enhance your musical skills in a collaborative and expert-led environment.

Indiana University Golf Tournament

Tee time — The Pfau Course — Check online for fees — Play 5,634 yards of challenging golf at a beautiful venue.

Mama Said String Band Live

Time TBA — The Bluebird — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience the grassroots sound of Mama Said String Band bringing their unique style to Bloomington.