All remaining items are free.
Support the Library while eating local! Dine Out at designated locations and a percentage of your tab will go toward Friends of the Library fundraising for MCPL programs.(all month on Mondays)
Every Monday includes fun skating, cardio challenges, dance moves, skills lessons, a good stretch, and support from veteran roller derby skaters.
Activities are focused on advanced beginner to skilled skaters.
No money involved. Play euchre or another card game (cards provided by the Club) or bring any board game to play.
Doors at 6:30pm “Around the World in 4 Days” is a feature-length portrait of Bloomington’s Lotus World Music & Arts Festival by Lotus volunteer Merrill Hatlen, who began documenting LotusFest in 2000.
Using excerpts from performances in several venues, as well as behind the scenes footage and interviews, the film includes artists from across the globe. It received a documentary award at the Global Film and Music Festival in Great Falls, Virginia.
A weekly showcase of south-central Indiana’s eclectic music scene. The producer for Local Live can be reached at [email protected].
Hey smart people!! Trivia Nights are now your favorite thing to do on Mondays! We promise to keep the sports to a minimum!
Come out on Monday nights from 8:30-10pm for your chance off that brain power to win fabulous bar cash prizes!
Show a flyer from mcpl.info/friends for a 20% of your bill cost to be donated toward Friends of the Library fundraising for MCPL programs.
Dine at The Rusty Gator on April 1st, and 10% of all sales will go directly to Becky’s Place. Becky’s Place is designed to “provide shelter and create hope” for women and children who are experiencing homelessness and moving toward a life of self-sufficiency.
Read and discuss “The Unquiet Grave,” by Sharyn McCrumb.
Brian De Palma | 1981 | USA | R | DCP
While recording sound effects for a slasher flick, Jack Terry (John Travolta) stumbles upon a real-life horror: a car careening off a bridge and into a river. While he rescues Sally (Nancy Allen) from the car, the other passenger is already dead—a governor intending to run for president. As Jack does some investigating of his tapes, and starts a perilous romance with Sally, he enters a tangled web of conspiracy that might leave him dead.
Declared “one of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history” by The Washington Post, DEAR EVAN HANSEN is the first musical to take a groundbreaking look—from the point of view of both the parents and young people—at our complex, interconnected, and social media-filled lives.
Evan Hansen is a high school student who always feels like he’s on the outside looking in. Evan finally gets what so many of us are searching for—the chance to finally fit in. What follows is a poignant, funny, and powerful musical about how, even though it can be hard, we can find each other—and ourselves—along the way.
A group for those who have lost a spouse/partner. Open to the LGBTQ+ community and our allies. Contact [email protected] for more information.
Looking for a place to tinker, create, and explore? Bloominglabs invites you to our free Wednesday Night Public Hours from 7 PM to 10 PM!
* Check out our tools & equipment
* Meet fellow makers & hackers
* Work on projects & get inspired
Whether you’re a seasoned maker or just curious about what we do, everyone is welcome! Come see what Bloomington’s community makerspace is all about.
Visitors are free to bring a project to work on.
Declared “one of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history” by The Washington Post, DEAR EVAN HANSEN is the first musical to take a groundbreaking look—from the point of view of both the parents and young people—at our complex, interconnected, and social media-filled lives.
Evan Hansen is a high school student who always feels like he’s on the outside looking in. Evan finally gets what so many of us are searching for—the chance to finally fit in. What follows is a poignant, funny, and powerful musical about how, even though it can be hard, we can find each other—and ourselves—along the way.
Katha and Ryu have become allergic to their 21st-century lives. When they meet a charismatic man from a community of 1950s re-enactors, they decide to forsake cell phones and DoorDash for cigarettes and Tupperware parties. But after moving to this compulsively authentic world, Katha and Ryu are surprised by what their new neighbors – and they themselves – are willing to sacrifice for happiness.
Beginner lesson at 7pm
Artists for Climate Awareness is hosting a member show of climate art, “Distant Thunder,” Apr 3-29 at the Arts Alliance Center in Bloomington. This exhibition is part of Earth Month celebrations.
Artists for Climate Awareness is hosting a member show of climate art at the Arts Alliance Center in Bloomington, Indiana. The exhibition, named “Distant Thunder,” is displayed in a gallery exhibition from April 3 to 28 at the Arts Alliance Center in the College Mall during Mall hours except on Tuesday. Participating artists are from Indiana and beyond. This juried exhibition is part of Earth Month celebrations. It is intended to raise awareness about urgent climate and environmental issues through artistic expression and community engagement.
all ages
Jacobs School of Music Jazz Studies students will perform original compositions and classics from the Great American Songbook.
Don’t miss your chance to experience this magical, musical retelling of “Hansel and Gretel”! All ages.
Reimagining Opera for Kids is a Bloomington-based traveling children’s opera troupe that gives free children’s opera performances to kids and families throughout Monroe County and its surrounding counties. Their mission is to introduce children and youth to performing arts through free or accessibly-subsidized performance and curriculum guides, and to give musicians the opportunity to hone and share their performance skills through community engagement.
This program is in partnership with Reimagining Opera for Kids.
7-8pm host band
8-10pm open blues jam with backline provided.
Doors at 6pm All Ages
Matt Lundquist Presents:
Deep Country Dream
w/
Mitch Marsh on drums
Trevor Webb on bass
and Pete Doyle on telecaster / pedal steel
Free and discreet testing for HIV, Chlamydia, and Gonorrhea brought to you by the Monroe County Health-Board and Positive Link
Katha and Ryu have become allergic to their 21st-century lives. When they meet a charismatic man from a community of 1950s re-enactors, they decide to forsake cell phones and DoorDash for cigarettes and Tupperware parties. But after moving to this compulsively authentic world, Katha and Ryu are surprised by what their new neighbors – and they themselves – are willing to sacrifice for happiness.
all ages | Brought to you by Bloomington Pub Quiz.
New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Age 18 and up.
Join the IU School of Nursing for a FREE showing of the film ‘Food Insecure’ on April 4 from 3pm to 4:30 pm at the Health Sciences Building, 2631 East Discovery Parkway. ‘Food Insecure’ was created to spark conversation and a deeper understanding about the issues surrounding food insecurity. After the viewing, our panel will discuss how food insecurity affects the Bloomington community. Our focus will be on the systems that need to be changed, the issues that need to be addressed, our plans for the future, and ways in which you can help. We encourage you to join with us in examining these issues and how we can all work together toward effective action.
The Centurion refers to a fabled and exclusive credit card only available to a select few of the ultra wealthy. It’s also the title of Brian Ulrich’s newest photographic series, which examines the lure of exclusivity in the world of extreme luxury. Ulrich has photographed the American culture of commerce and consumption for over a decade. The Centurion turns to the country’s fascination with wealth and all its promises.
A cozy evening featuring incredible local talent, signature drinks, and delicious bites. From country tunes to acoustic gems, this series has something for everyone.
Katha and Ryu have become allergic to their 21st-century lives. When they meet a charismatic man from a community of 1950s re-enactors, they decide to forsake cell phones and DoorDash for cigarettes and Tupperware parties. But after moving to this compulsively authentic world, Katha and Ryu are surprised by what their new neighbors – and they themselves – are willing to sacrifice for happiness.
Doors at 7:30pm
Another Round is Indiana University’s premier all-male a cappella group. Established in 1996, Another Round has entertained audiences in Bloomington and beyond for over two decades. By pairing their rich harmonies with their signature sense of humor, Another Round puts their audiences in the middle of a truly unique entertainment experience. Their chemistry and showmanship leave you with a feeling of hometown charm unique to the group’s beloved Bloomington, Indiana. Join us for a night of music you will not forget!
You won’t want to miss the event of the Season! Just in time for our spring awakening Oriana and Verna have cordially invited you to experience the Regency Era like never before! This fantastic Drag Show features an amazing cast including:
~ Riley Poppyseed
~ Ginger Perón
~ Dyke Van Dick
~ Chiq Van Dyke
~ Margaret Lion Bellydance
~ Derek Von Zipper
and of course, the event planners themselves…
~Oriana Perón and Verna Vendetta!
Special VIP tickets are available for preferred seating, exclusive handmade gifts, and the love from our esteemed planners!
ALL tickets guarantee you a seat and access to our free, sober, snack stash!
Open to the public
The Lotus Blossoms World Bazaar is a multicultural arts and education event for kids, families, and community members.
Volunteers present arts, music, language, and international crafts that let attendees get their hands on the world with more than 30 vibrant, high-energy stations.
Market goers can expect to find a wide assortment of goods from the farm and field, including fruits and vegetables, eggs, meats and cheeses, honey, seasonal flowers, and annual and perennial plants. Food and beverage artisans provide a tasteful variety of satisfying breads, drinks, pastries, and savory dishes. This weekly gathering provides individuals the opportunity to connect with their community in meaningful ways while supporting small farmers and businesses.
Youth Day at the Market this Weekend!!
Young farmers, artists, growers and entrepreneurs 6-17 years old will get their own booth spaces on the Fernandez Plaza and some nestled along the periphery of BCFM vendors during this special day for youth at the Market. Youth keep all their profits as they experience a day of running their own stands. Their Market runs from 9 AM to 12:30 PM.
This week, Roger Kerr, Chief of the Bloomington Fire Department, will greet the public at the Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market from 10 AM to 12 PM.
His music provides an opportunity for him to share stories, as he state, “in a couple of hundred words and a few chords”. Most of his songs are autobiographical in nature.
The Bloomington Music Expo returns on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at the Switchyard Park Pavilion in Bloomington, Indiana. Come shop for new and pre-loved vinyl, CDs, tapes, posters, music memorabilia, and more! Food trucks on site! Show hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is $2. Door prize drawings at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Learn more at https://ftrvinyl.com/bloomington-music-expo/
Questions can be sent to Jeremy Bonfiglio at [email protected].
Love family history research? Join a group of fellow enthusiasts monthly. Everyone is welcome!
Katha and Ryu have become allergic to their 21st-century lives. When they meet a charismatic man from a community of 1950s re-enactors, they decide to forsake cell phones and DoorDash for cigarettes and Tupperware parties. But after moving to this compulsively authentic world, Katha and Ryu are surprised by what their new neighbors – and they themselves – are willing to sacrifice for happiness.
In this Howard Hawks classic, the manager of an airmail company in South America is planning for a perilous flight when he suddenly meets a traveling entertainer, who falls for him and tries to persuade him to stay behind. Featuring the talents of Cary Grant, Jean Arthur, Rita Hayworth, Richard Barthelmess, and Thomas Mitchell, Only Angels Have Wings received two Academy Award nominations for Best Visual Effects and Best Cinematography – Black & White (1940).
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