Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of June.
Good morning, South Bend.
Nuway Construction is hosting its 5th annual charity golf outing at Maplecrest Country Club today, benefitting startup Moxie — a nonprofit that empowers local entrepreneurs and students.
Local strawberry season is in full swing at Ziegler’s U-Pick Strawberries in St. Joseph County, where 10 acres of herbicide-free berries are ready for picking through next week.
Visitors can fill a five to six pound box for $19 (farm hours are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily).
Downtown South Bend is set to host a free Kids' Night Out block party on Friday, June 5 from 5 to 9 p.m. along South Michigan Street; families will enjoy live music, food, face painting, and a summer reading program kickoff at the public library.
Hey Annie played classic rock Monday night at Battell Park as the Mishawaka Summer Concert Series kicked off for the season.
Two hundred people attended free events and enjoyed local vendors — dogs roaming the park and summer vibes.
Fridays by the Fountain returns to Jon R.
Hunt Plaza for a 13-week summer run beginning Friday, June 5 from 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. — the series will offer a mix of music styles and free food from local food trucks.
Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library launched a free Summer Reading Challenge Monday that runs through Aug.
3 for all ages with a library card. A kickoff party will be held Saturday, June 6 at the downtown library (10 a.m. to noon).
South Bend school board members approved new principal and assistant principal assignments at a May 27 meeting; the changes will take effect in July.
The board made these leadership shifts to better support student success.
Students will explore watercolor painting in an eight-week summer class at Howard Park Event Center, taught by local art expert Cheryl Brezinski.
The course covers basic techniques such as shading and brush control for creative projects.
Marian High School held its commencement on May 29 at The Lerner Theatre in Elkhart, while Saint Joseph High School held its ceremony on May 31 at Notre Dame's Purcell Pavilion (in South Bend).
South Bend’s federally funded Sun Meals program is offering free breakfast and lunch to any child under 18 at Paramount School of Excellence this week until July 2.
Breakfast runs from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. and lunch from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. to support families facing food insecurity.
Beacon Health celebrates 10 years as a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network while bringing Mayo Clinic expertise to patients across Northern Indiana and Southwest Michigan.
Since joining in 2016, providers have completed over 3,100 e-consults and nearly 2,900 hours of consulting support (including on-site education).
Senior Connor Tidwell made the final out — sealing New Prairie's 12 to 2 win — in the IHSAA 3A sectional championship over Culver Academies.
The game showcased a strong team effort throughout the contest.
On June 2, Penn softball secured its 12th consecutive regional title with an 11 to 2 win over Elkhart, led by Carson Petty & Charlie Swiger, while Glenn earned its first-ever regional title with a 1 to 0 win over Tippecanoe Valley.
Voting for the May 25-June 2 poll is open until Saturday, June 6 at 11:59 p.m. ET, featuring 33 nominees + 19 schools in four sports.
The next poll covers June 3 through June 8 and will be published Tuesday, June 9.
The Amazing Amico Bros World Tour Live
8-10 p.m. — The Drop Comedy Club — $20-25 — Experience an outrageous night of chaotic comedy and live music with Zac and Crack Amico.
Mosaic Lamp Workshop in South Bend
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel South Bend — All materials provided — Craft your own beautiful Turkish mosaic lamp in this beginner-friendly workshop.
Beetlejuice Musical
2-5 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience the hilariously spooky tale of Lydia Deetz and the ghost-with-the-most in this Broadway musical adaptation.
Notre Dame Co-Ed Youth Basketball Camp
9 a.m.-Noon — Joyce Center — Registration required — Learn basketball skills and compete with peers at this engaging youth camp.
Midwest Twilight Imperium Championship
9:00 a.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel South Bend — Entry fee varies — Compete against players nationwide in an epic Twilight Imperium tournament.
Point Guard University Basketball Camp - South Bend
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Mishawaka Fieldhouse — $200 — A 4-day youth basketball camp focused on skill development and competition.
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