Good morning, Bloomington.

Bloomington Volunteer Network has shared several local opportunities that let community members help by volunteering at a free bike shop at 216 N.

Madison St.—where no previous experience is needed—and by serving as ushers for the upcoming show 'An Act of God,' which will take place from Dec. 18‑29. Additional volunteer roles include warehouse support at Hoosier Hills Food Bank and donation assistance for Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard, with contact details provided for sign-up.

Indiana University’s fresh production of The Nutcracker at the Jacobs School of Music, filmed live last year at the Musical Arts Center, will air nationally during the holiday season via WTIU Public Television—reaching 300 markets while tickets remain available for upcoming live performances in Bloomington. The collaboration between IU faculty and WTIU captures behind-the-scenes details and a full, immersive stage experience that highlights bold new choreography and live 4K performance.

Photos taken on December 2 showed snowfall covering Bloomington streets and the Indiana University campus—images capture the early winter scene that brought a quiet beauty to local areas.

The IU Board of Trustees will vote on governance changes, housing and dining rates for 2027, and a new post-tenure review process in meetings set for Thursday and Friday.

The board will hold private executive sessions on Thursday before opening a public session Friday at IU South Bend’s Student Activities Center.

Bloomington South's Kyle Hankins and Eastern Greene’s Levi Carmichael were named to the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame’s 2026 Silver Anniversary Team for their standout play during the 2000-01 season (recognizing their high school achievements).

The 18-member team will be honored at a banquet in Indianapolis on March 18.

Indiana football quarterback Fernando Mendoza said he is excited to face Ohio State safety Caleb Downs in the upcoming Big Ten title game.

He added that Downs, who earned unanimous first-team All-American honors last season, is expected to make a strong NFL run.

Indiana men's basketball will play Minnesota today at 7 p.m. at Williams Arena—Indiana enters its first Big Ten matchup of the season with a nine-game win streak over the Golden Gophers while Minnesota, led by coach Niko Medved, rebuilds its roster with transfers.

Bloomington North and South cancelled their gymnastics seasons because they could not hire a qualified coach, leaving Edgewood as the only local school offering the sport.

Edgewood has revised its schedule and will hold its season opener on Jan. 12 at Seymour while practicing from 7 to 9 p.m.

On Dec. 1, New Albany beat Bloomington South 75-57 in a game where top sophomore Noah Washington scored 28 points and freshman Karson Stoudemire added 17 points—coach JR Holmes said his team played scared as many players had only played JV.

Indiana women's basketball returned home after a 106-95 loss to Iowa State on Sunday — they will host Western Michigan at 6 p.m. today at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington.

The Indiana volleyball team finished the season 23-7 and clinched an NCAA Tournament spot for the first time in 15 years as five players earned All-Big Ten honors — including three named to the first team: senior outside hitter Candela Alonso-Corcelles, senior opposite hitter Avry Tatum, and freshman setter Teodora Kričković. The team will extend its record-breaking season when it hosts the University of Toledo at 5:30 p.m. Thursday inside Wilkinson Hall.

Joe Pug Live Concert

8 PM – 12 AM — The Bishop Bar — Ticket price unknown — Experience the soulful sounds of Joe Pug, a masterful singer-songwriter with heartfelt lyrics.

Nutcracker Behind-the-Scenes Tour

10:00 – 10:45 a.m. — Musical Arts Center — Limited to 30 guests per tour — Explore the set and costumes of The Nutcracker in a guided tour.

Candlelight Christmas Carols on Strings

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Woolery Mill — Ticketed event — Experience a magical evening of Christmas carols performed by a string quartet under candlelight.

Indiana Hoosiers vs. Siena Heights Saints

7 p.m. — Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall — Ticket prices vary — Catch a thrilling college basketball matchup as the Hoosiers take on the Saints.

Family New Year’s Eve Bash

4-9 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Bloomington — Ticket required — Celebrate early with games, food, and a festive family countdown to 2026!