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Vivum AI, a trailblazer in evolutionary AI technology, is taking the next step in its growth journey by moving to The Forge, Bloomington’s new 22,000-square-foot, sustainably designed Class-A office building in the heart of the Trades District. The company, currently based at The Mill, will transition into a larger, custom-designed space in April 2025 to support its scaling operations while remaining part of Bloomington’s vibrant innovation ecosystem.
Vivum AI’s mission is to use evolutionary AI to power a new generation of autonomous systems across all domains. Its explainable AI models dynamically adapt to new complexities, resist model drift, and bridge the gap between virtual success and real-world performance. Inspired by nature’s resilience, Vivum AI’s solutions continuously learn, transcending conventional AI limitations. The company has achieved key milestones, including partnerships with NSWC Crane and the U.S. Air Force. Vivum AI’s is actively scaling, having closed its seed round and preparing for a Series A round in 2025.
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The City of Bloomington Office of the City Clerk is accepting applications to fill vacant positions on the Commission on the Status of Women and Commission on the Status of Children and Youth.
The Commission on the Status of Women explores women's issues and concerns, celebrates women's accomplishments, and promotes solutions to the problems and challenges faced by women. The Commission's purpose is to assure that women and men have equal opportunity to function fully and optimally as citizens of Bloomington, as equal participants in the economy, in politics and government, in education, in social development, in the system of justice, and in all other facets of life. To these ends the Commission identifies needs, resources, and gaps in resources for women; monitors federal, state, and local policies and their impact on women; stimulates and encourages legislation, issues publications, and does all it can to help improve opportunities for women in the community. The membership on the commission shall be representatives of diverse educational, employment, economic business and community service elements of the community. In order to serve on the commission, applicants MUST be residents of the city. Preference for appointments shall be given to persons with experience working for women’s issues, knowledge of legislative and policy making processes, and direct knowledge and concerns of the total community be adequately represented on the commission; membership of the commission may include both women and men.  “And Then There Were None” will be
March 14, 15, 21, 22 at 7:30pm March 16, 20 at 2:00pm John Waldron Rose Firebay Tickets on sale January 27th!
The City of Bloomington’s Planning and Transportation Department has been named a runner-up in the Transportation Research Board’s (TRB) 18th Annual Communicating Concepts with the Public Competition. This prestigious recognition highlights the department’s innovative and inclusive approach to engaging the community through the Safe Streets for All (SS4A) initiative and the successful “Safety Week” communication blitz held in April 2024.
Safety Week was designed to energize the public around Bloomington’s SS4A initiative, which aims to improve roadway safety for all users while addressing historical inequities in public engagement. Over 2,000 residents participated in the weeklong series of events, which included:
 Constellation Stage & Screen is thrilled to be bringing back two interactive film screening experiences this February: The Room (2003) and Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971) Taste-Along. Immerse yourself in these one-of-a-kind events, packed with fun, laughter, and…SPOONS! Learn more about each screening event below!
The Room (2003) “Oh Hai, Bloomington!” The once-in-a-generation CAMP CLASSIC, The Room (2003), returns to Constellation on February 21 at 7:00pm in the Waldron Auditorium. Now in its 6th year, this annual tradition promises to be a night of laughs and absurdity. Featuring a bonkers plot, endlessly quotable lines, bizarre acting, and some of the most “intense” football action in movie history, The Room is a masterpiece of WTF cinema that demands to be seen with a large group. Before the screening begins, Constellation is hosting a short pre-show event, including a quote off and a few other movie related activities. Spoon bags are also available as $3 add-on purchase (in advance or in the lobby before the show) to be used for priceless moments of audience interaction. The Room has screened for decades at rep theaters across the country, becoming one of the biggest cult films of all time. Come see what the fuss is all about… Or are you a little chicken? Cheep-chip-chip-Cheep-Cheep! Garnish Catering has two announcements to make going into February -
First, we have a brand new rewards program available through our new point-of-sale system, Toast! We are excited to be extending these new rewards to our loyal customers and encourage everyone to sign-up at the link below: https://www.toasttab.com/garnish-catering-3116-n-canterbury-ct/rewardsSignup Secondly, we are now offering gift cards, which are perfect for newlyweds-to-be, food lovers, party planners and corporate gifting! These gift cards are: Delivered instantly, our eGift Cards are sure to delight! Available for any amount between $5-$500! Have no expiration date—redeem anytime for our premium catering services. Buy a gift card at the link below: https://www.toasttab.com/garnish-catering-3116-n-canterbury-ct/giftcards The City of Bloomington’s Commission on the Status of Black Males (CSBM) is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Outstanding Black Leaders of Tomorrow Award. This prestigious award honors two exceptional African American individuals—one male-identifying and one female-identifying—across two categories: high school students and adults aged 30 or younger.
The awards will be presented at the annual Black History Month Gala Celebration in February, highlighting the achievements of those who have made a positive, meaningful impact in the Bloomington community through leadership, academics, and community involvement. Constellation Stage & Screen, in collaboration with Indiana University and the At First Sight New Play Festival, is thrilled to invite theater professionals and organizational partners to Industry Night, a dynamic evening of connection, creativity, and celebration. This special event takes place on Wednesday, January 29th, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM, at the John Waldron Arts Center, located at 122 S Walnut St, Bloomington, IN.
Raise the Curtain on Regional Talent This event is designed to bring together the vibrant theater community in a relaxed and engaging setting. Featuring complimentary refreshments and exclusive performances, Industry Night offers a unique opportunity to connect with fellow artists, producers, and creatives shaping the regional arts landscape.  The City of Bloomington Department of Housing and Neighborhood Development (HAND) invites residents to apply for City funding to improve their neighborhoods. Applications for funding through three types of neighborhood grants described below are now available for the 2025 application cycle.
Neighborhood Improvement Grant The Neighborhood Improvement Grant empowers neighborhood groups to address their specific concerns and special needs by funding resident-driven projects with a broad neighborhood-wide benefit. In 2025, the City expects to award approximately $30,000 in grant funding. Common projects include:
 Regional Opportunity Initiatives (ROI) is pleased to announce the addition of Stefan Welsh to lead its new multi-layered microelectronics (ME) initiative. Welsh began his role on January 13 as the Program Director for Rural Indiana Workforce Development for Microelectronics initiative.
ROI was awarded a contract late last year through the Department of Defense (DoD)’s Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment (IBAS) program. ROI’s ME initiative supports the goals of the National Imperative for Industrial Skills (NIIS) initiative to promote the prestige of manufacturing and industrial careers, accelerate training development pipelines, and elevate U.S. manufacturing to world-leading status. “This initiative underscores ROI’s unwavering commitment to delivering innovative, regionally relevant, and demand-driven strategies to the Indiana Uplands that address the evolving needs of our workforce and key industry clusters,” said ROI President and CEO Tina Peterson. “By aligning education, training, and economic development with the specific demands of our region, we are equipping businesses and communities with the tools needed to thrive in a competitive landscape. This new initiative, and the addition of Stefan to our team, not only reinforces our dedication to fostering opportunity and prosperity but also positions the Indiana Uplands to drive innovative solutions to fuel regional and statewide growth.” |
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