Good morning, South Bend.

The South Bend Chapter Indiana Black Expo will host its annual Back to School Backpack Drive-Thru Rally on Aug.

9 at the Greater St. John Missionary Baptist Church, offering free backpacks, school supplies and parent resource bags from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.—fun activities like tug of war, Double Dutch, face painting and snacks will follow from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. while the City of South Bend Linden Avenue Farmer’s Market operates at the MLK Dream Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

From today until August 10, local venues host concerts that range from blues and folk to rock and metal.

In South Bend, Don Savoie will perform at Seitz Park on August 8 — the Osceola Music Festival runs from August 8 to 10 at Fern Hunsberger Park.

Last Sunday Robinson Community Learning Center hosted a senior prom at Morris Inn Ballroom where over 50 seniors aged 65 and up enjoyed food made with diabetes friendly ingredients, a photo booth, and dancing—Morris Inn Executive Chef Calvin Metts along with South Bend and Notre Dame police were present—and a king and queen were crowned.

South Bend is hosting a series of community meals through Aug.

10 as part of Summer Restaurant Weeks, with local venues offering specials for brunch, dinner and late-night bites. The events include a burger night on Aug. 7 at Galien American Legion Post 344, a fish fry on Aug. 8, a wine walk downtown on Aug. 13 and a corn and sausage roast on Aug. 16 with advance tickets available.

Kimarie Wright was sentenced to 10 years behind bars today after a jury found her guilty of voluntary manslaughter in the shooting death of Kaylynn Davidson in downtown South Bend in May 2022—Davidson was the mother of 5-year-old Kyler Jackson.

The South Bend Police Athletic League athletes returned home Sunday after competing at the AAU Junior Olympic Games in the Lone Star State—families lined the streets outside SBPD headquarters to welcome them back as the young competitors plan to return next year.

The Four Winds Invitational ended Sunday at South Bend Country Club when golfer Leah John earned her first professional win and proceeds went to Beacon Children's Hospital—this fifth-year event has helped launch LPGA stars like Lilia Vu and Gabriella Ruffels.

The tournament set a high standard for future qualifiers on the LPGA Tour.

Les Miserables

2:00-3:30 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Become a Season Member today for access to 2024-25 Broadway In South Bend shows — Experience Boublil and Schönberg's timeless musical about love, sacrifice, and redemption.

African American Arts & Culture Pavilion

5-9 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Free entry — Celebrate Black creativity and culture through diverse artistic expressions at this annual pavilion.

Running Wild: 5K Trail Run & 3K Fun Walk

8:30-10:30 a.m. — St. Patrick's County Park — Varies, see RunSignup for details — Annual FUNd-raising run and walk supporting St. Joseph County Parks with a pet-friendly nature scavenger hunt.

Open House at 3410 Addison Street

6-8 p.m. — 3410 Addison Street — Free entry — Explore this beautifully maintained one-story home with modern updates and a lovely backyard.

South Bend Cubs Baseball Night

7:05-8:35 p.m. — Four Winds Field at Coveleski Stadium — $5 tickets — Experience an evening of baseball cheering on the South Bend Cubs with friends and family.

Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show

6-9 p.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton South Bend at Notre Dame — Tickets starting at $69.95 — Enjoy a hilarious murder mystery dinner while solving a thrilling crime.

Marshall County Blueberry Festival

12-9 p.m. — Centennial Park — Fun for all ages — Celebrate blueberries with rides, games, crafts, and plenty of delicious blueberry treats.

Yart Arts and Music Festival

9 p.m. — Keria Trail, South Bend, IN — $30 for 1 day, $50 for weekend — Experience a unique arts and music festival set deep in the woods.

Grateful Dead Night with The Happy Campers Band

6-10 p.m. — Four Winds Field at Coveleski Stadium — Details subject to change — Enjoy a night of groovy Grateful Dead jams under the stars.