Good morning, Bloomington.

Heidi Mariam Fitzgerald served as the featured artist at the Lotus World Music & Arts Festival where she led a hands-on workshop in Indian woodblock printing on bandanas outside the Monroe County Public Library.

She will expand her fashion studio with a two-day event on Oct. 3 and Oct. 4 at 212 S. Rogers St.—inviting visitors to try on custom clothing.

Indiana University paused its decades-old language immersion program for high schoolers because of declining enrollment with no set timeline for a restart—alumni and instructors are urging the school to reinstate it to preserve valuable international ties and student growth.

Former participants credited the program with boosting their independence, and advocates worry that any long delay may weaken important connections abroad.

Tandem Postpartum House opened in July and now offers postpartum doula care, support groups, and sliding fee services to help new parents recover and bond.

The center provides a free room stocked with donated supplies — ensuring families get both mental and physical care.

Monroe County saw new property transfers reported by The B Square using Beacon data from Aug.

29 to Sept. 25, 2025—many sales near the IU campus have similar amounts and officials will check if these reflect individual deals.

Indiana volleyball beat Washington at home Saturday night by seven points across three sets and moved to 2 to 0 in conference play and 11 to 1 overall.

Coach Steve Aird said his team did not play as well as expected—Jaidyn Jager and Ella Boersema stepped up to secure the win before they play USC on Oct. 3.

Indiana football moved up to No. 9 in the US LBM Coaches Poll after winning 20—15 over Iowa at Kinnick Stadium Saturday—snapping a four-game losing streak in the series.

The Hoosiers will face No. 2 Oregon at Autzen Stadium in two weeks.

On Sunday, Indiana women’s soccer battled to a 3–3 draw with Oregon at Bill Armstrong Stadium — sophomore Maggie Ledwith scored first and fresh substitute Jenna Chatterton sparked a comeback that sealed their unbeaten home record, while senior Olivia Rush tied the game late; the team will face Purdue on Oct. 3.

The IHSAA released the girls soccer postseason draw, setting local teams’ games for Oct.

7, Oct. 9, and Oct. 11 + teams from Bloomington, Bedford and Martinsville are placed in Class 3A, 2A and 1A brackets. The new schedule outlines matchups and game times as teams prepare to compete for regional titles.

S. Carey Live Concert

8-10 p.m. — The Bishop Bar — Ticketed event — Experience the soothing sounds of S. Carey in an intimate Bloomington venue.

Paint the Town Pink

2-8 p.m. — Switchyard Park — Free entry — Celebrate breast cancer awareness with a month-long community initiative featuring local support services and activities.

Bloomington IN Wool & Fiber Festival

Fri 9 a.m. – Sat 4 p.m. — Monroe County Fairgrounds — Free entry — Celebrate creativity with vendors showcasing wool and fiber arts at this delightful festival.

Hoosiers Outrun Cancer 5K

5K Run/Walk — Assembly Hall, Bloomington, IN — Registration fees vary — Participate in one of Indiana's oldest and largest runs to support cancer programs.

Developing Capable Young People Training Program

10 PM — Renwick Village Center Holding — Openings available — Program aimed at empowering parents and professionals to positively influence youth in the community.

Southern Culture on the Skids Concert

8:00–11:30 PM — The Bishop Bar — 18+ event — Experience a legendary band with their unique blend of rock, surf, and country for a foot-stomping night.

Orbit #7: Mama Said String Band and Ditch Tea Steepers

5:30-8:30 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $17 — Enjoy an evening of grassroots tunes from Mama Said String Band and Ditch Tea Steepers.

Orbit's 7th Anniversary Celebration

6:30-10:30 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $17 — Celebrate Orbit's 7th anniversary with great live performances from local favorites.

Marian Knights vs. Indiana Hoosiers Basketball Exhibition

1-4 p.m. — Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling collegiate basketball as Marian Knights face off against the Hoosiers.

ORBIT#7: Live Music Showcase

6-9 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $17 — Celebrate the Orbit 7 Year Anniversary with live performances from Amy O, Jessica Risker, and Lacey Guthrie.