Good morning, Bloomington.

Bob Odenkirk will appear at the Normal Theater on Thursday, April 2 for a preview screening of his new film Normal; in-person tickets will be available at the box office beginning at 4:30 p.m. with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and the screening starting at 6:30 p.m.

Normal has announced a series of projects celebrating Route 66’s 100th anniversary.

A 1950s-themed picnic will take place at One Normal Plaza on June 7 from noon to 4 and a grant will fund a new mural and logo at Sprague’s Super Service on Pine Street, city officials said.

Illinois State University President Aondover Tarhule joined seven peers in signing a letter backing a House committee-approved proposal to create an evidence-based funding formula for public universities.

The measure would boost funding by $135 million annually over 15 years (to ease tuition pressure) and now awaits a full House vote.

Keith Sweat & Ginuwine Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Grossinger Motors Arena — Tickets from $65 — Celebrate an evening of smooth R&B with legendary artists Keith Sweat and Ginuwine.

Rittz: Gr8tful Tour

8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Castle Theatre — Tickets required — Experience Rittz live with special guests Dropout Kings and 1Way Blaze.

Arrival From Sweden - The Music Of ABBA

7-10 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unforgettable music of ABBA with a captivating tribute performance that has delighted fans worldwide since 1995.

Bloomington Bison vs. Iowa Heartlanders

2-9 p.m. — Grossinger Motors Arena — Check out the thrilling hockey match as the Bloomington Bison face off against the Iowa Heartlanders live on FloHockey.

James McMurtry Live Performance

8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Castle Theatre — 18+ event — Experience storytelling through music with the acclaimed artist James McMurtry.