 Songwriter and producer, Marcus Miller. Courtesy of Firelight Films. WTIU Public Television will host a preview screening of Stanley Nelson and Nicole London’s new film We Want the Funk! at the IU Cinema (1213 E. 7th St., Bloomington, Ind.) on Sunday, April 6 at 1 p.m. The event is free but ticketed. Tickets are available through the IU Cinema’s website at cinema.indiana.edu or in person at the IU Auditorium Box Office (1211 E. 7th St., Bloomington, Ind.).
We Want the Funk! traces funk music’s African and gospel roots, from James Brown to Parliament-Funkadelic and beyond. A syncopated and star-studded voyage through the journey of funk music, the film delves into the genre’s influence on contemporary music, fashion, and freedom of expression as well as its role in the rise of hip-hop.
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The evening cohort is for licensed practical nurses, paramedics, military medics, and medical assistants who seek to transition to a career as a registered nurse Ivy Tech Community College Bloomington is accepting applications for the evening Transition to ASN/RN program, set to begin with the fall semester on August 25, 2025. The transition program helps licensed practical nurses, paramedics, medical assistants (CMA-AAMA), and military medics train for careers as registered nurses.
This is the first evening nursing program offered at Ivy Tech statewide and was launched by the Bloomington campus to train more nurses and address the critical shortage in Indiana. Indiana is projected to face a shortage of 14,000 nurses by 2030—an 18.6% deficit—leaving hospitals and clinics across the state in crisis. Cancer Support Community South Central Indiana (CSC) is proud to announce the upcoming Strength in Community Luncheon, a heartfelt fundraising event dedicated to honoring the resilience and strength of our community amid the challenges posed by cancer.
Scheduled for Wednesday, April 16 at 11:45am – 12:45 pm, the luncheon will take place at Switchyard Park Pavilion, located at 1601 S. Rogers Street, Bloomington, IN 47403. Guests are kindly asked to enter the parking lot off South Rogers by The Warehouse. The Strength in Community Luncheon welcomes everyone, free of charge, offering a unique opportunity to unite and learn more about the essential resources and services provided by Cancer Support Community South Central Indiana to individuals and families affected by cancer - including patients, survivors, caregivers, friends, and loved ones. On stage April 25 – May 11 at the Waldron AuditoriumIn a town full of squares, one dot makes a difference! This spring, Constellation Stage & Screen is presenting the world premiere of Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical with puppets. Constellation is working directly with writer and two-time Emmy nominee Douglas Lyons (Chicken and Biscuits, Table 17, Fraggle Rock) and puppet maker Matthew Lish (Sesame Street at Jim Henson’s Creature Shop) to bring this story to life in a new way. Running April 25 - May 11 at the Waldron Auditorium, this Constellation for Kids show is a fun-filled story of friendship, acceptance, and celebrating what makes you unique!
The musical follows 8-year-old Lily Polkadot who just moved to the small, “Squares Only” town of Rockaway. As the first Polkadot in an all Square school, Lily faces an almost impossible task of gaining acceptance from her peers. Lily’s quest seems hopeless until she meets Sky, a shy Square boy whose curiosity for her polkadot skin blooms into an unexpected friendship. Inspired by the events of The Little Rock 9, Polkadots serves as a colorful history lesson that reminds us that our individual differences are what make us cool.  Members of IU Health and Beacon, Inc. gathered in Bloomington in February, to commemorate a $650,000 grant focused on helping this organization in their mission of helping those experiencing extreme poverty, particularly hunger and homelessness.
The grant from IU Health will be given to Beacon, Inc. over two years for building renovations, including permanent supportive housing, an emergency overnight shelter and resource center with co-located services from other community partners for individuals with substance use disorder and severe mental illness in Monroe County. “The work that we do in the hospital is important, but it's a small part of what our folks in the community need,” said IU Health South Region President Denzil Ross. “We're happy that we could provide support for Beacon’s great work in the community and their growth.”  Members of IU Health and Pantry 279 gathered in Bloomington in February, to commemorate a $250,000 grant focused on helping this organization in their mission to help those in need.
The grant from IU Health will be given to Pantry 279 over three years to purchase equipment to increase services and variety of foods for patrons in Monroe and nearby counties during food delivery and pick up. “We were very excited to partner with Pantry 279, and support them as they expanded the great work already being done, to a grander scale and audience,” said IU Health South Region President Denzil Ross. “Thank you for all you do to help those experiencing food insecurity, as well as your work in providing clothing and other resources to our communities.” The City of Bloomington announced that Mayor Kerry Thomson will deliver the 2025 State of the City Address on Thursday, April 3, at the Waldron Arts Center (122 S Walnut St). The event is free and open to the public, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and the presentation beginning at 6 p.m. A reception will follow, offering residents the opportunity to engage with city leadership, neighbors, and community partners.
The State of the City is an annual address that provides an update on Bloomington’s progress, priorities, and vision for the future. This year’s event will highlight key initiatives, including the city's approach to housing, economic development, public safety, transparency and engagement, infrastructure, and long-term financial strategies. Mayor Thomson will recap the past year’s progress and present a vision for Bloomington’s continued growth, sustainability, and inclusivity. Bloom, a value-based Medicare enrollment platform operator, is making a bold move to expand its footprint in the Trades District, Bloomington’s growing innovation hub. Bloom executed a 5-year lease at The Forge, Bloomington’s newest Class A office building, as the site of its new Network Operations Center (NOC). Bloom’s NOC will bring cutting-edge AI development and operational monitoring to the heart of the Trades District.
"Bloom is excited to deepen our commitment to Bloomington and position ourselves at the forefront of innovation," said Kevin Todd, Chief of Staff at Bloom. "The Trades District offers not just office space, but a strategic advantage—access to top-tier talent, Indiana University researchers, a culture of collaboration, and a home in the city’s most exciting business district." Founded in 2007, Bloom has grown from a local startup to a national powerhouse in Medicare insurance solutions. The new NOC at The Forge will serve as a hub for technology development, regulatory engagement, and investor relations, bringing even more high-profile business activity to the city. Bloom joins Bloomington-based tech companies Folia and ViVum AI as initial Forge tenants. The Forge is quickly becoming the go-to destination for businesses seeking top-tier talent, collaboration opportunities, and a front-row seat to the region’s thriving tech ecosystem. Bloomington Opens Applications for 2025 Downtown Outreach Grants to Support Opioid Crisis Response3/17/2025 The City of Bloomington is accepting applications for the 2025 Downtown Outreach (DTO) grants, funded through Opioid Restricted Settlement Funding. These grants support local nonprofit organizations providing services to individuals affected by opioid addiction, including those in treatment and recovery.
Between 2012 and 2016, 58 counties in Indiana reported opioid prescription rates exceeding 100 prescriptions per 100 residents. In response to the opioid crisis, the State of Indiana has partnered with local governments to allocate funds for initiatives that support prevention, treatment, and recovery efforts. Bloomington is using these funds to assist organizations that provide direct services to those impacted by opioid addiction. The City’s Community and Family Resources Department (CFRD) manages the DTO grant program, which distributed $323,534 in 2024 to nonprofit organizations, including Amethyst House, Beacon, Inc., Centerstone, Community Kitchen of Monroe County, Change for Sober Living, HealthNet, Hotels for Homeless, Monroe County Humane Association, New Hope for Families, New Leaf New Life, Sojourn House, and Wheeler Mission. Applications for the 2025 grant cycle are available at bton.in/DTO and must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Friday, April 11, 2025. Grant recipients will be announced by Monday, May 5, 2025. |
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