Good morning, Bloomington.

The Bloomington-Normal YMCA received the Praesidium Accreditation — a national recognition for its commitment to child safety and abuse prevention.

The Kiwanis Club of Bloomington is hosting its 15th annual Mother’s Day flower sale today at the Shoppes at College Hills to raise funds for Camp Limberlost—shoppers can choose from a variety of blooms and items until Saturday while the club thanks the community for its support.

Golden Ticket Cinemas Ale House will open this summer in the former Ovation Cinema Grill on the southeast side of Bloomington — the new theater will show movies and serve food in a renovated space.

Maggie Miley’s plans to build a new outdoor patio next to its building at 126 E.

Beaufort St using a vacant lot once used during the pandemic. The proposal will be reviewed at the Uptown Design Review Commission meeting at 4 p.m. on May 12 (Room 409) and if approved, the patio is expected to be completed by July 20.

Former members and family members of current attendees at Foundation Church in Normal reported spiritual abuse after they experienced strict demands for obedience that led to isolation and financial pressure — many claim that the church’s patriarchal leadership fostered a toxic environment that caused lasting emotional harm, though officials have not commented. The accounts focus on controlling behavior and a culture that discouraged questioning and independent thought.

Nora Brady from Heartland Community College was named NATYCAA Scholar-Athlete of the Year by the National Alliance of Two-Year College Athletic Administrators after winning a 5K cross country national championship and earning a 4.0 GPA—she will collect the award at the NACDA Conference in June in Orlando and then continue her studies at Illinois State University next year.

Illinois State women’s gymnastics coach Bob Conkling announced his retirement after a 20-year career that brought two Midwest Independent Conference championships in three years.

His official retirement will be on June 30 and he plans to lead occasional clinics in the future.

Bloomington Princesses at the Zoo

5-7 p.m. — Miller Park Zoo — $30 per guest — Experience an interactive evening with princesses and furry friends at the zoo.

The SteelDrivers in Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $28.50+ — Experience a unique blend of bluegrass soul from Grammy-nominated folk legends.

Dry Bar Comedy Live Show

7-10 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $21.00+ — Enjoy a night of clean comedy featuring popular comedians from the Dry Bar Comedy specials.

American Girl Doll Skate

12:30-2:00 p.m. — Bloomington Ice Center — Registration required — Bring your favorite doll or stuffed animal for skating fun with free treats and activity amenities.

Fleet Feet Bloomington Donut Run

9 AM – 1 PM — Fleet Feet Bloomington — Entry details not specified — Celebrate the store's anniversary with a fun run/walk for all ages featuring delicious donuts.

Heart of Illinois Cluster Dog Show

All day — McLean County Fairgrounds — Check website for ticket prices — Enjoy a weekend filled with canine competition and community fun.

Memorial Day Parade

9 AM - 12 PM — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — Free entry — Celebrate Memorial Day with a vibrant parade from Front Street to Miller Park Zoo.

Sixtiesmania

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $44.00+ — Experience a vibrant musical journey through the iconic hits of the '60s with an electrifying tribute band.

The Big Run

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Bloomington-Normal Spine Clinic — Free entry — Celebrate Global Running Day with a fun 3.1-mile run and good friends.

Tri-Shark Classic Triathlon and Duathlon

1-5 p.m. — Comlara Park — Registration required — Experience the premier Sprint Triathlon/Duathlon event in Bloomington-Normal with a flat, fast course.