Bloomington residents are invited to a session on August 18 to discuss the city's 2026 budget, understand priority-based budgeting, and provide feedback in the City Council Chambers.

Bloomington is advancing on projects like the Bloomington Ice Garden renovation, Nine Mile Creek restoration, and a new community health and wellness center, funded by a sales tax.

The Bloomington Ice Garden is set to reopen for skating classes this fall after renovations, offering sessions for all ages and skill levels, including a new adult class.

Local talent will perform at Open Mic Night on Aug. 7 at Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater, with a backup indoor location at the ROC in case of bad weather.

Bloomington implemented a 25 mph speed limit to enhance road safety for all users, with restricted sign placement and no jurisdiction over Hennepin County roads.

Bloomington's 'Welcoming Wednesdays' offers free networking and resources for local business owners, including professional headshots on August 13, advised by business expert Hiromi Yokoi.

Recent updates from AASD and DSD introduce a new "Notice of Action" in the MnCHOICES app, Employment First dashboard data for 2024, and a "Culture of Safety Orientation" webinar.

Xfinity's Internet Essentials program provides affordable high-speed internet to eligible low-income households, targeting SNAP/EBT, Medicaid, and National School Lunch Program participants.

The Midweek Music & Market at Civic Plaza in Bloomington is wrapping up its season, with final events on August 6, 13, 20, and 27 featuring live music, food trucks, and a farmers market.

The Learning LinkUp event for Bloomington families offers educational resources, entertainment, and community services on August 23 at Valley View Elementary.

Online voting for Hatch Bloomington’s semifinalists is open until August 11, with the top three to compete in a live pitch on September 3. The event is supported by Stearns Bank and Bloomington Minnesota Travel and Tourism.

Bloomington hosts a Somali-language Healthy Living and Sustainability Fair at Oxboro Library to engage diverse communities in environmental and health education.

Bloomington has launched the Stop Food Waste Challenge, encouraging residents to adopt mindful food practices to reduce waste and save money, with tips on shopping, storage, and consumption at stopfoodwaste.ecochallenge.org.