Good morning, Mishawaka.

Unity Gardens is launching a free after school program where kids aged 8 to 16 plant herbs, seed trees and build bug hotels in a community garden in South Bend.

The schedule changes with the season—families should call to confirm times as kids learn both gardening and important life lessons.

The Starting Small Summit will return to Mishawaka on April 2 at the Everest-Rohrer Auditorium at Bethel University from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The fourth-year event will bring business leaders together and feature interviews with former Blockbuster and 7-11 CEO James W.

Keyes and founders Suze Dowling and Alex Douzet—sharing new business strategies—with a focus on boosting local entrepreneurship.

Carter Dixon, a juvenile suspect linked to three firearm incidents in South Bend in November and December, will face trial in an adult court for Criminal Recklessness, Dangerous Possession of a Firearm and Aggravated Battery with his bond set just under $125,000 — state prosecutors moved for his waiver from juvenile court.

Workers from Tianyu Arts and Culture have set up Chinese lantern displays at Potawatomi Zoo ahead of Zoo Luminate, which will run Wednesdays through Sundays from 6 to 10 p.m. starting March 19 until May 25—these vibrant displays feature oversized animals and plants from Asia, Africa and North America and may attract 60,000 visitors.

Danone voluntarily recalled over 75,000 32 oz bottles of International Delight coffee creamer, including Hazelnut and Cinnabon Classic Cinnamon Roll, after receiving complaints of spoilage and illness — the recall began on Feb.

21. Stores in 31 states, including Indiana, are told to discard the product, which has best-used-by dates in early July 2025.

Connect 574 Bowling Night

6:30-9 p.m. | Generations Adventureplex | Included with ticket | Compete in a fun-filled bowling night with challenges and team spirit!

Open House at 2644 Prescott Drive

1-3 p.m. — 2644 Prescott Drive — $257,900 — Explore this beautifully remodeled 3-bedroom Ranch with modern upgrades and enjoy a delightful open house experience.

Indiana Clash Basketball Tournament

April 5-6 — Mishawaka Fieldhouse — Registration required — Compete in an exciting tournament for 11th-4th boys' teams at a premier site.