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Bloomington’s Cardinal Spirits will release its oldest 10-year-old whiskey on Nov.

21 at 4 p.m. at 922 S. Morton St + the craft distillery also earned three USA Today 10Best awards for its canned cocktails, craft vodka, and craft rum, while Millie McGee’s Gosport Diner prepares for an upcoming feature by America’s Best Restaurants.

The Bloomington Book Festival held its second edition from Friday to Sunday at venues including The Dimension Mill, Morgenstern Books and Café, and the Buskirk-Chumley Theater.

Organizers closed Madison Street—opening space for local bookshops and food trucks while a sold-out event with John Green and panels on book publishing added to the festival's diverse programming.

Childs Elementary, The Project School and Seven Oaks have been ranked in U.S. News & World Report’s Best K-8 Schools in Indiana for 2026 with Childs earning No. 9 among elementary schools—The Project School and Seven Oaks ranked first and fourth among middle schools.

The Project School and Seven Oaks are charter schools offering tuition-free education, while Childs is a traditional public school with 446 students.

On Tuesday afternoon, IU School of Public Health held its second annual poverty simulation at Indiana Memorial Union in partnership with Circles Indianapolis and South Central Indiana Area Health Education Center—around 20 students moved through four rounds simulating a week in the life of low-income families making tight financial decisions.

Indiana University scientists achieved a breakthrough in understanding neutrinos using data from the NOvA experiment and Japan’s T2K project—this joint study measured rare particle changes that may explain why the universe is mostly made of matter.

The work involved advanced detectors and international cooperation and sets the stage for further research.

IU Public Safety urged residents to stay safe this Halloween season by driving slowly, walking in well-lit areas, and using ride services instead of drinking and driving—officials also recommended using electronic candles and visible costumes to prevent fires and accidents.

IU provides free mental health care for students through Counseling and Psychological Services with crisis support and up to eight therapy sessions per semester—students can call 812-855-5711 while Bloomington residents may also use the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or visit Centerstone Bloomington’s Stride Crisis Center for help.

A new guide features Indiana-inspired Halloween costume ideas that will help Bloomington residents craft last-minute looks—ranging from figures like John Dillinger and Abraham Lincoln to pop culture icons such as Kylo Ren and Garfield—using simple DIY methods.

The Indiana women’s basketball team lost nine players after last season and now has a new roster with five returning members, two freshmen and six transfers—senior guard Shay Ciezki remains the only returning starter.

Reporters predict the team will face challenges and will start season play against Lipscomb on November 4th at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall—testing the revamped lineup in a new season.

Indiana men’s basketball starts its new season with head coach Darian DeVries assembling a team of 10 transfers and three freshmen to build a fresh roster.

IDS reporters predict strong individual performances and key games against Kentucky, Michigan and Louisville that could pave the way for an NCAA Tournament push—emphasizing the team’s potential for growth.

Bloomington native Will Klein became a World Series hero by pitching the final four innings without allowing a run in an 18-inning marathon game as the Dodgers beat the Blue Jays 6-5—he was the last pitcher added to the postseason roster.

Indiana women’s basketball defeated Missouri S&T 100 to 32 on Monday night, marking a rare 100-point performance with a margin more than triple their opponent’s score—freshman guard Nevaeh Caffey played 23 minutes and scored 9 points while forward Zania Socka-Nguemen grabbed 9 rebounds, underscoring the team’s aggressive play before the regular season.

The Castellows Live Performance

6:00 – 8:30 p.m. — The Bluebird — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening filled with gospel and bluegrass melodies from The Castellows, a rising local music group.

Twitty and Lynn: A Tribute to Conway and Loretta

3-4:30 p.m. — Buskirk-Chumley Theater — Tickets required — Experience a heartfelt tribute as the grandchildren of Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn bring their grandparents' legendary country music to life.

IFS Informed EMDR Training

Nov 5-6 — IU Maurer School of Law — Registration required — A two-day training featuring EMDR through IFS lens with supervised practice exercises.

Darlin' Brando Concert Series

6-9 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $11.33 — Experience a night of live honky tonk music featuring Rikki Jean, Darlin' Brando, and West Fork Revival.

Jacobs Live at the Movies: The Wizard of Oz

2:00-3:30 p.m. — Indiana University Auditorium — Tickets required — Experience the timeless classic 'The Wizard of Oz' with live orchestral accompaniment from talented IU musicians.

Life Science Industry Workshop and Poster Session

11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. — Indiana Memorial Union — Free entry — Engage in learning and networking within the life sciences industry.

Vibration of Light Festival

6-9 p.m. — Switchyard Park — Cost info N/A — Experience a magical evening of cacao and sound healing for heart and spirit nourishment.

Incarnate Word Cardinals vs. Indiana Hoosiers Men's Basketball

3:30 AM - 7:00 PM — Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall — Check for ticket pricing — Witness the Incarnate Word Cardinals take on the Indiana Hoosiers in a thrilling basketball matchup.

Butler Bulldogs vs. Indiana Hoosiers Women's Basketball

2-8:30 p.m. — Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall — Lowest price guaranteed — Catch an exciting women's basketball showdown with Butler and Indiana.

Stand-Up Comedy with Alex Falcone

7-8:30 p.m. — The Comedy Attic — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Alex Falcone, known for his appearances on Portlandia and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.