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Sunday, December 8th, 2024

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Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The South Bend Venues Parks and Arts Department is hosting a live-action Hungry, Hungry Hippos game on ice at Howard Park on Dec. 19, welcoming teams to compete for the most balls collected.  ABC 57
  • Eddy Street Commons is hosting their annual Holiday Happenings with activities and promotions, benefiting the Food Bank of Northern Indiana.  WSBT

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A fire at Maxi's Food & Spirits Barn in South Bend was caused by spontaneous combustion in towel hampers, prompting cleanup efforts.  WSBT

CULTURE NEWS

  • The 'Traditions and Progress' exhibit at The History Museum in South Bend highlights the cultural heritage and contributions of Italian Americans in Northern Indiana until May 4.  South Bend Tribune
  • Merrimans' Playhouse features vocalists Olivia Van Goor and Reuben Stump in a holiday jazz performance on December 14th.  South Bend Tribune

SPORTS NEWS

  • Notre Dame football celebrated a standout regular season by awarding its top performers, with Riley Leonard being named Most Valuable Player, at their Echoes Awards dinner.  South Bend Tribune
  • Notre Dame men's basketball team secured a crucial 69-64 victory over Syracuse, marking a confident comeback after a five-game losing streak and the absence of leading scorer Markus Burton due to injury.  South Bend Tribune
  • Notre Dame Men's Basketball Coach Micah Shrewsberry discusses his vision and goals for the team's season in a one-on-one interview with ABC57.  ABC 57
  • Tony Simeone discuses the prospects of Notre Dame's basketball and football teams, including their potential College Football Playoff position.  ABC 57

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • The Prophecy Show: Holiday Rock Music Inspired by Trans-Siberian Orchestra

    The Prophecy Show presents an extravagant Christmas musical production featuring classically trained musicians performing iconic holiday rock music with elaborate costumes and effects.

    Tue, 12/10/24

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  • Home for the Holidays Concert

    Experience South Bend’s cherished holiday tradition with two performances featuring the Symphony, holiday carols, and soprano Anne Slovin.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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  • South Bend Women’s Weekly Small Group Meeting

    The South Bend Women’s chapter conducts weekly small group meetings for community connection and support.

    Tue, 12/17/24

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  • Candlelight: Holiday Special Concert

    This festive concert features a live string quartet performing timeless holiday music in a beautifully candlelit venue.

    Wed, 12/18/24

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  • Candlelight Christmas Concert at South Bend Scottish Rite

    The Candlelight Christmas Concert offers a festive and intimate holiday experience in a beautifully decorated venue, with tickets selling quickly.

    Thu, 12/19/24

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  • Annual Holiday Screening of Die Hard

    Art House will host its annual holiday screening of the movie 'Die Hard' at the Goshen Theater.

    Fri, 12/20/24

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  • A Magical Cirque Christmas: A Holiday Variety Show

    This enchanting holiday variety show features impressive performances by world-class entertainers set to beloved holiday music, ideal for enjoyment by the entire family.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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  • Christmas at Loretto

    The South Bend Chamber Singers present their annual Christmas at Loretto concert on Sunday, December 22 at 7:30 p.m. at the Church of Loretto on the Saint Mary's College campus. This popular event features gorgeous new choral music for the season along with exciting new arrangements of favorite carols. Nancy Menk conducts, with Kevin Vaughn, organist. Tickets available at the door or in advance at https://www.saintmarys.edu/events or by calling 574-284-4626.

    Sun, 12/22/24

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  • The Happy Campers Live Performance at Bare Hands Brewery

    The Happy Campers, a Grateful Dead and jam band cover project, will perform live at Bare Hands Brewery in Granger, Indiana.

    Mon, 12/23/24

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