Good morning, Mishawaka.

From June 29 to July 5 the local area hosts a vibrant lineup of events including film screenings at Vickers Theatre, a historical talk at the county museum, live car shows at resorts and art exhibits at community venues.

Check guides for detailed times and locations.

South Bend Museum of Art received a $1M capacity-building grant from the Lilly Endowment to boost its collection, technology and development efforts + improve its fundraising + support community surveys ahead of its 80th anniversary celebration next year.

Indiana law does not set an age for leaving children home alone, so parents decide based on safety and maturity (therapists say kids around 12 may be ready, though each child is different).

Shadow is a 7-year-old dog from the South Bend Animal Resource Center who is finishing heartworm treatment and is now looking for a loving home.

She gets along with children, dogs, and cats, and adoption applications are now being accepted.

Voting is open until Wednesday, July 1 at 11:59 p.m. ET on the South Bend Tribune Girls Athlete of the Year fan poll featuring 24 nominees from local schools.

The staff pick will be revealed on Thursday, July 2.

AIA Northern Indiana July Program

11:30 a.m. — Chicory Cafe Mishawaka — Complimentary lunch — Explore the benefits of cast stone in architectural design at this informative program.

Jeff Dunham Live Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $83 — Experience a night of laughter with the comedic genius Jeff Dunham and his beloved puppets.