The annual award celebrates individuals for their gifts and service to Ivy Tech, changing the lives of students and the community Ivy Tech Community College Bloomington has named Bill C. Brown its 2024 Benefactor of the Year. Brown is one of 19 individuals across the state, selected by Ivy Tech Foundation, that has considerably impacted Ivy Tech communities and students.
“Bill has been a longtime friend and ambassador of Ivy Tech,” Heidi Schulz, executive director of development at Ivy Tech Bloomington said. “He believes in our mission and our work and has committed to Ivy Tech’s success in myriad ways. He absolutely personifies philanthropy.” In addition to Brown’s service and contributions to the college, he supports Ivy Tech Bloomington with two endowed scholarships in his late wife’s name:
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 The Bloomington Marketing Professionals group will meet Thursday, October 24 at 4:00 at Comprehensive Financial Consultants, 674 South College Avenue.
The October topic is Crisis Management, with a presentation led by Marsha Lovejoy, Senior Manager, Global Public Relations with Cook Medical. The presentation will last ~45 minutes, and there will be time for Q&A and networking afterward. There is no cost to attend. To RSVP, please use this link - https://forms.gle/vTNGgBJoRnfdtgRy9 The Bloomington Marketing Professionals group is a monthly gathering of locals in various professionals working in communications, development, media, client relations and other areas related to marketing. There is no membership fee and anyone is welcome to attend. For more information contact Jim Inman - [email protected] - or join the BMP LinkedIn group - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14344177/ City of Bloomington’s King Commission Seeks Nominees for Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Award9/30/2024 The City of Bloomington Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration Commission is currently accepting nominations for the 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Award. The award honors individuals, businesses, or advocacy groups that have made significant contributions to race relations, justice, and human rights. It will be presented at the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration in January.
Nominations must be made online by November 30, 2024 at tinyurl.com/2025-legacy-nominations. Eligible nominees should be residents of Monroe County or local organizations with a minimum of one year of service. They must demonstrate tangible efforts toward improving community conditions and advancing race relations, racial justice, or human rights. The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration Commission works to celebrate Dr. King's legacy by promoting diversity and advocating for justice and racial harmony within the Bloomington community. In addition to the Legacy Award, the Commission sponsors the “Day ON! Not a Day Off” volunteer initiative, the “40 Days of Peace” pledge, and the community-wide King Birthday Celebration. Year-round, the Commission also supports programs advancing racial justice and equal opportunity. Bloomington Parks and Recreation needs creative builders, inventors, and engineers to build mechanical devices for the annual Bloomington Pumpkin Launch competition at the Monroe County Fairgrounds, 5700 W. Airport Rd., on Oct. 26.
There is no cost to enter the Pumpkin Launch competition, but launch devices must be registered by Oct. 18. Launching devices must be built or made by the launch teams, and must be mechanical in nature; no fuel, compressed air, electricity, explosives or other chemical components, or any other fluids including but not limited to oil, water, and hydraulic fluid. Launch devices may be operated by teams of no more than six people. There are three launch device divisions: Youth (ages 16 yrs. and younger); Student (high school or college students); and Adult.
The Hawaiian Hoosier Snack Shop is proud to announce the launch of the Live Aloha Keiki Club, an initiative that teaches local keiki (Hawaiian word for Children) to live their lives with the Aloha Spirit and the value of community, family, and giving back—all with a touch of fun!
Founded by Stacie Marotta, The Hawaiian Hoosier’s mission is to bring a sense of togetherness to Ellettsville through unique Hawaiian-inspired snacks and community-focused events. The Live Aloha Keiki Club was created to invest in the local youth, offering them fun, engaging ways to give back to their community. The program is designed not only for community service but also for fostering family bonding and creativity. “Our goal with the Live Aloha Keiki Club is to instill strong family values and show our local children that giving back can be fun and meaningful,” said Marotta. “We want to help families spend quality time together while teaching kids the importance of kindness, community, and service.” The award is the highest honor given to recognize Ivy Tech alumni Ivy Tech Community College Bloomington named Cynthia (Cindy) Herrington, DNP, FNP, NE-BC, OCN, Vice President, Chief Nursing Officer, and Interim Vice President of Professional Services for IU Health South Central Region, its 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient. It is the highest honor given to recognize Ivy Tech alumni. Herrington is one of 19 alumni from across the state to be honored with the award.
“Cindy is a true example of Ivy Tech's mission to provide workforce ready opportunities and prepare graduates to impact their communities and professions,” Heidi Schulz, Executive Director of Development at Ivy Tech Bloomington said. “She has been instrumental in facilitating strong partnerships within the community to mentor, grow, and retain nurses in our local healthcare system." Herrington works with teams across the south central Indiana region to uphold healthcare standards and operational management while keeping the focus on patient-centered care. She has served the IU Health organization for over three decades in a wide range of acute care operations across several specialties. On Aug. 4, 2024, the City of Bloomington, along with volunteer residents, completed a heat mapping campaign administered by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and CAPA Strategies. Volunteers placed heat sensors on their cars and drove along five predetermined routes throughout the city at 6 a.m., 3 p.m., and 7 p.m. More than 27,000 temperature and humidity data points were collected and sent to CAPA Strategies for analysis and modeling.
The results from the campaign are available on the City of Bloomington’s Sustainability website. Residents are invited to read CAPA Strategies’ summary report, which provides key highlights from the study and details the methodologies used to create the map. An interactive website has also been created, allowing residents to view each data point collected and explore the hottest and coolest areas across the city. Bloomington was among 13 cities across the globe that mapped the hottest neighborhoods in their communities. Identifying these areas, called urban heat islands, helps Bloomington take action to reduce the health impacts of extreme heat and provide cooling relief for those living in the hottest areas, according to City staff. Urban heat islands are areas characterized by fewer trees and more pavement that absorbs heat, making them significantly hotter than rural areas. Bloomington’s heat mapping campaign revealed a more than 12-degree difference between the hottest and coolest parts of the city during the afternoon route. Death awaits ... October 8. Click for a sneak peek into the Oct/Nov issue of Bloom Magazine.9/27/2024 The new issue of Bloom Magazine arrives the week of October 8, with a cover story that you'll be dying to read: The Nuts and Bolts of Death, What to Know Before You Go. Plus, you'll see a 12-page retrospective of captivating portraits from the archives of Bloom and get great gift-giving ideas from local businesses in the annual Holiday Giving Guide.   Halloween with the Horses is a family-friendly event hosted by PALS on October 26th from 5-7 PM! This Halloween celebration features a variety of fun activities for everyone, including trick-or-treating on our sensory trail, costumed horses, food trucks, and more!
Sponsored by Stanger Excavating, this event is the perfect way to celebrate Halloween while supporting PALS’ mission to improve lives through the therapeutic power of horses. Mark your calendars and join us for a fun day at Halloween with the Horses! For more details, visit our website: https://palstherapy.org/halloween-with-the-horses/ *$7 per person in advance or $10 at the door (3 & under are free)! |
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