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Sunday, June 1st, 2025
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Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ R Studio, a new creative production space for videographers, photographers, and content creators, will open on Monday, June 2nd at 12 p.m. (815 Lincoln Way West in South Bend) with a ribbon cutting led by Mayor Mueller and community tours, food, and music offered. ABC 57
- ➤ South Bend will host the 42nd annual Studebaker Swap Meet and Car Show on Friday, June 6 at the St. Joseph County Fairground at 5117 S. Ironwood Drive starting at 8 a.m. and ending at 5 p.m. with the event returning on Saturday from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. when car show judging is held at 11 a.m.—Indoor and outdoor vendors will sell cars, car parts, and memorabilia while the first 100 cars receive a dash plaque and three trophies in each class, and admission is $5 with free entry for children under 16. ABC 57
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The public is invited to attend a dedication ceremony on Friday, June 6 for a new Indiana state historical marker honoring Studebaker Corporation and Nancy Lea Jones Pfahler at 635 S. Lafayette Blvd. in South Bend at 4 p.m. Parking is available on nearby side streets and an adjacent lot—sponsored by Studebaker National Museum, the William G. Pomeroy Foundation, and Kevin and Sue Smith, this marker is the 25th placed in St. Joseph County. ABC 57
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Darden Elementary 3rd graders won South Bend’s Human Rights Commission poster contest for the second consecutive year and celebrated with a pizza party on Friday—their artwork on building bridges reflecting lessons learned in class was used to decorate luncheon tables and earned the school a trophy. WSBT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The fifth annual School City of Mishawaka Mental Health Day event took place at Central Park and aimed to raise awareness of mental wellness while connecting residents with local crisis resources—organizers say the event began after the pandemic to help lessen the stigma around getting support. WSBT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Penn girls tennis team won a 3-2 semi-state match on May 31 at Homestead High School in Fort Wayne—advancing to a state quarterfinal on Friday, June 6 at North Central High School. Meanwhile, Saint Joseph girls tennis lost 5-0 to Brebeuf Jesuit in the semi-state final and ended their season with a 19-2 record after capturing a regional crown. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ The Indiana Pacers clinched a spot in the NBA Finals by winning their series 125 to 108 on Saturday night — Tyrese Haliburton led with 21 points, 13 assists and 6 rebounds, and the team will face the Oklahoma City Thunder on June 5 at 8:30 p.m. on ABC. ABC 57
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Pizza and Paint: A Mental Health Awareness Gathering
5-7 p.m. — St. Joseph County Public Library Community Learning Center — Free entry — Enjoy a creative painting session paired with delicious pizza while raising mental health awareness.
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The Big Run 5K
7-8:30 p.m. — Central Park — Free entry — Celebrate Global Running Day with a 5K and support community initiatives.
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Lowbrow Sideshow 2025
11 a.m. – 7 p.m. — Brett Gordon's Towing and Repair — $8 Pre-Sale, $10 Door — Celebrate local art, music, and custom vehicles at this vibrant annual festival.
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South Bend Women’s Small Group
6:45-7:30 a.m. — South Bend, Indiana — Contact for details — Engage with the community in a supportive women's group setting.
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Watercolor Painting Class for Beginners
10 AM – 12 PM — Howard Park, Farmer Room — $5/class, $30/session — Learn the basics of watercolor painting with an enthusiastic instructor focused on technique and creativity.
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Ben Folds Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Tickets range from $78 to $176 — Experience the musical stylings of Ben Folds in an intimate concert setting.
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South Bend Royal Princess Ball
12:00 – 3:30 PM — Holiday Inn Mishawaka — Ticket required — Experience a magical day of princess-themed fun with character meet and greets, performances, and games.
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South Bend Women’s Small Group
6:45-7:30 a.m. — South Bend, Indiana — Contact for details — Connect with local women in a supportive and hybrid group setting.
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Elkhart Jazz Festival Featuring Diana Krall
8 AM – 5 PM — The Lerner Theatre — Individual tickets from $34 — Experience a weekend of captivating jazz performances with headliner Diana Krall kicking off the festival.
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Midwest Twilight Imperium Championship
9 AM – 10 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel South Bend — Free parking — Compete for galactic glory in the highly anticipated second annual Twilight Imperium tournament.
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