Thursday, October 31st, 2024

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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Monroe county council has allocated $167,000 in social services grants to 42 projects, with the largest award of $9,730 going to a collaborative CPR training initiative. The B Square Bulletin
- ➤ Bloomington offers diverse Halloween festivities including trick or treating, games at the Ferguson International Center, a movie night at IU Cinema, and various community events for students and residents. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ The Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market, celebrating its 50th anniversary, has published a study recommending improvements in vendor diversity, customer engagement, and accessibility, based on feedback and a recent evaluation. The Bloomingtonian
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Constellation Stage and Screen presents 'The True Story of the Three Little Pigs!' as a musical where the audience decides the Big Bad Wolf's fate, blending humor and interaction into family entertainment. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ IU's 'Reefer Madness' musical, a satire on the 1936 propaganda film, impresses with high energy performances and complex choreography. Indiana Daily Student
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Monroe County Council approved a $103 million budget for 2025, including a 3.2% cost-of-living adjustment for employees, a new climate employee position, and $167,000 in community service grants to 42 organizations. Indiana Daily Student
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana women's basketball junior guard Yarden Garzon has been named to the Cheryl Miller Award preseason watchlist for the second year in a row, recognizing her as a top small forward in NCAA Division I. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ The Indiana men's soccer team clinched a share of their 19th Big Ten regular season title after a strong performance and unbeaten streak in their last eight matches. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana University's basketball team enters the season with high expectations and a talented roster, aiming for conference success and a deep NCAA tournament run under coach Mike Woodson. The Herald-Times
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Gallery Walk - First Friday Art Showcase
Experience an exciting evening of art as 14 downtown galleries display special exhibits and offer refreshments for art lovers and the community.
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Artisan Guilds of Bloomington Holiday Art Show - Day 2
Experience a vibrant celebration of local artistry featuring clay, fiber, and glass works from regional artists at Bloomington's largest holiday art show.
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Concert Orchestra Featuring Jeffery Meyer
Experience a captivating orchestral performance led by conductor Jeffery Meyer, known for his dedication to contemporary music and innovative collaborations.
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Oxyopia Vision Science Seminar: Exploring Myopia
Learn about the epidemiology, histology, clinics, and potential etiology of myopia in a seminar led by Jost Jonas, PhD.
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2024-25 Indiana Hoosiers Basketball Season Package – Includes Tickets for All Home Games
Experience the excitement of the entire 2024-25 Indiana Hoosiers basketball season with a ticket package that grants access to all regular season home games at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall.
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Understanding Conflict Styles and Communication for Resolution
Learn about various conflict styles and effective communication strategies to manage conflicts constructively.
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Harvard Crimson vs. Indiana Hoosiers Women's Basketball Game
Experience an exciting college basketball matchup as the Harvard Crimson take on the Indiana Hoosiers at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall.
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Gianmarco Soresi - The Leaning In Tour at The Comedy Attic
Experience an evening of sharp societal observations and energetic comedy from acclaimed stand-up comedian Gianmarco Soresi.
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Olive Klug Solo Performance
Experience a unique musical journey with Olive Klug, a rising singer-songwriter blending Americana, folk-punk, and personal storytelling.
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Exploring the Jewish Mikvah Ritual in Bloomington
Experience an engaging introduction to the mikvah ritual through meditation, storytelling, and text study in a welcoming space for women and nonbinary individuals.
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