Fitness
October
FRIENDSHIP WHEELS CHARITY BIKE RIDE, in conjunction with the Cheer Fund, 3 p.m. Oct. 17, Fire Station No. 2, 2376 Arnold St. Donations help purchase and deliver bikes to area children at Christmas. Riders may arrive from 2:30 to 2:45 p.m. and the ride will start promptly at 3 p.m. Please wear a helmet and bring a water bottle. Park at the fire station or at the Elk’s Club across the street from the fire station The 3-mile route follows the People Trail to Parkside School and back to the fire station. The 6-mile route follows the People Trail to Owen’s Bend Park and then back to the fire station. Restrooms, water, and support are available at halfway points on both routes. Information: 812-375-4808 and [email protected]. At least one adult must ride in each group. Registration fee is $6. You can donate or register and pay ahead of time online at signmeup.com. Click on: FIND AN EVENT and search FRIENDSHIP WHEELS, then click REGISTER ONLINE .
BIKE EAT ENJOY REPEAT RIDE (BEER Ride), Oct. 31, sponsored by Free Kittens Events and Leisure. Registration open from 10 to 10:31 a.m. at Power House Brewery/Columbus Bar, 322 Fourth St., with a pre-ride costume contest from 10:31 to 10:45 a.m. Ride also includes pizza at 450 North Brewery and family fun. Proceeds will support local scholarships. Registration information: bikeeatenjoyrepeat.weebly.com.
CLIMBING, MOUNTAIN BIKING AND HIKING, Muscatatuck Park, North Vernon. Rugged trails for hiking and biking, bouldering on natural stone cliffs at Vinegar Mill site (no climbing or bouldering on mill ruins). Trail maps available just inside Visitors Center door. Free. Information: 800-928-3667 or online at muscatatuckpark.com.
Kids
October
COMEDY CABARET ON STRINGS, 1 and 3 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 24; Sundays, Oct. 18 and 25; and Fridays, Oct. 16, 22, 23 and 25, Melchior Marionette Theatre, downtown Nashville. Twenty-minute variety show of trick marionettes. Admission: $5, children under 2 admitted free. Free popcorn. Information: 800-849-4853 and melchiormarionettes.com.
TRICK OR TREAT TALES, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Oct. 16, Donner Center, 739 22nd St. Not-so-scary Halloween show with songs, stories and music followed by games, crafts, prizes and a snack. All children must accompanied by an adult. Admission: $1 per person. Information: 812-376-2680 or columbusparksandrec.com.
HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST, 2 p.m. Oct. 25, Donner Center, 739 22nd St. Ages up to 6 years at 2 p.m. followed by ages 7-12 at approximately 3 p.m. Free crafts from 2 to 3:30 p.m. and treat bags for all participants. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Information: 812-376-2680 and columbusparksandrec.com.
FOUNDATION FOR YOUTH BOYS & GIRLS CLUB, 405 Hope Ave. The Boys & Girls Club is open to children ages 5 through 18. Information: 812-348-4558, ext. 202.
KIDSCOMMONS, 309 Washington St. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays. Weekly activities free with paid museum admission: Little Explorers at 11 a.m. Tuesdays and 1:30 p.m. Fridays; Art Time, 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays; Wacky Science, 3:30 p.m. Thursdays. Information: 812-378-3046.
FREE STORY TIME WITH POLLY VERBANIC, 10 a.m. the first, third and fifth (if there is one) Wednesdays of each month, Viewpoint Books, 548 Washington St. Information: 812-376-0778.
November
ACTIVE ARTISTS, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Nov. 5, Dec. 3, Feb. 4, March 3 and April 7, Columbus Gymnastics Center, 405 Hope Ave. Run and roll on the gymnastics floor and make a holiday craft or two during the family open gym session. Crafts are free. Open gym fee is $3 per child. Parental supervision/participation required. Information: 812-376-2680 or columbusparksandrec.com.
December
MOM & ME FOR TEA, 1 p.m. Dec. 6, Donner Center, 739 22nd St. For mothers with daughters ages 3 to 8. Lunch, punch, sweets, games, prizes and surprises. Cost: $22 per mother/daughter pair. Registration deadline Dec. 2 or until maximum enrollment has been met. Register at Donner Center from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; with credit card by calling 812-376-2680 during business hours; or online at columbusparksandrec.com.
SANTA’S WORKSHOP, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Dec. 11, Donner Center, 739 22nd St. Holiday show followed by Christmas crafts, games, snacks and prizes. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Cost: $1 at the door. Information: 812-376-2680.
Theater
October
“MURDER AT THE HOWARD JOHNSON’S,” 7:30 p.m. Oct. 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, and 24, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Tickets: $20.50/$18.50. Information: 812-988-6555 or browncountyplayhouse.org.
November
“DEARLY DEPARTED” DINNER THEATRE, Nov. 5, 7, 8, 20, 21 and 22, Simmons Winery, 8111 E. County Road 450N. Evening times: Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m., play at 7 p.m. Sunday matinee hours: Doors open at 1 p.m., dinner at 1:30 p.m., play at 2:30 p.m. Tickets: $25 per person, including dinner and the play. Reservations: 812-546-0091.
FAIRY TALE THEATRE, “RETURN OF THE GIANT KING” OR “DER ROSENWIND,” 2 p.m. Nov. 22, Edinburgh Pixy Theatre, 111 S. Walnut St., Edinburgh. Donations accepted. Information: 812-526-6513 or TheEdinburghPixy.com.
STAR QUEEN, 6:30 p.m. Nov. 29, Community Church of Columbus, 3850 N. Marr Road. Comic musical about the biblical book of Esther presented as a modern-day pageant. Original musical written by Tennessee musician John Thomas Oaks, a frequent performer in Columbus. The production currently is touring throughout the country. Free. 812-376-9478.
December
“THE CHRISTMAS STORY,” 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4, 5, 11 and 12 and 2:30 p.m. Dec. 6, Royal Off-the-Square Theatre, 121 W. Walnut St., Brownstown. Tickets: $10 adults, $8 seniors, students and children, available one month prior to the show at Family Drug in Brownstown, Bevers Family Pharmacy in Seymour, or by calling Family Drug at 812-358-4502. Information: 812-358-5228; [email protected]; or jcct.org.
Food and Drink
October
FISH FRY, 4 to 7 p.m. Oct. 18, St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, 11750 W. County Road 930S, Waymansville. Sponsored by the church’s Adult Fellowship.
“MISSION, MARKET AND MEAL” SOUP AND SALAD LUNCHEON, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 23, Asbury United Methodist Church, 1751 27th St. Soups, salads, and desserts offered at this fundraiser for Love Chapel and Feed My Starving Children. There will also be a neighborhood market and silent auction of interesting and unique items. Admission: $8 in advance, $10 at the door. Children under 5 admitted free. Information: 812-552-6023 and 812-372-4555.
ANNUAL COLUMBUS OES HAM AND BEAN DINNER, 4 to 7 p.m. Oct. 24, St. John’s Masonic Lodge, 4131 Rocky Ford Road. Ham and beans, cornbread, slaw, desserts and drinks. Ham sandwiches available on request. Admission: $7 adults, $3 children under 12.
25TH ANNUAL CHICKEN NOODLE DINNER, 4 to 7 p.m. Oct. 24, Hartsville United Methodist Church, 175 N. Jackson St., Hartsville. Proceeds will benefit Hope Food Bank and Love Chapel. Carry-out orders available. Seating available for those unable to climb stairs. Cost: $8 adults, $4 ages 5-12.
TASTE OF COLUMBUS, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 29, The Commons. Twenty-six local restaurants will offer local cuisine and drinks. Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 after Oct. 25. Ticket availability limited. Must be at least 21 to attend. Tickets available at columbusareachamber.com, Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce office at 500 Franklin St., Columbus Visitors Center at 506 Fifth St., and Viewpoint Books at 548 Washington St. Information: 812-379-4457.
68TH ANNUAL KIWANIS “PANCAKES TO EDUCATE” PANCAKE FEAST, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 30 and 7 a.m. to noon Oct. 31, Donner Center, 22nd and Sycamore streets. All-you-can-eat pancakes and sausage for $7 adults, $5 ages 12 and under. Proceeds will benefit the Kiwanis Scholarship Foundation.
November
ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH BORCHERS HARVEST DINNER AND BAZAAR, 4 to 7 p.m. Nov. 6, St. Paul Lutheran Church Borchers, 10792 N. County Road 210E, Seymour. Turkey dinner with all the trimmings, bazaar of homemade crafts, locally grown canned goods, homemade noodles, and a silent auction of themed gift baskets. Carry-out orders available. Information: stpaul-borchers.org and 812-522-7364.
SEVENTH ANNUAL WINE-A-REE WINE AND BEER TASTING, noon to 6 p.m. Nov. 21, The Commons, 300 Washington St. Tickets: $20 in advance at Viewpoint Books, Bevers Family Pharmacy in Seymour and Levenstein’s in Greensburg, or $25 at the door. Unlimited tastings of products by numerous wineries and breweries and a commemorative wine glass included. Food from Hangar 5 restaurant will be available for purchase. Proceeds benefit Hoosier Trails Council of Boy Scouts of American. Information: hoosiertrailsbsa.org.
Educational & support groups
October
“PUMPKINS ON SLATE” ONE STROKE PAINTING, 10 a.m. Oct. 17, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. For ages 13 and up. Fee of $25 covers all supplies. Registration required: 812-379-1266 and mybcpl.org.
COLUMBUS SOLAR SHOWCASE, 2 to 4 p.m. Oct. 18. The showcase, in conjunction with Energy Matters Community Coalition, will include two presentations on solar installation, the first at 2:30 p.m. and the second at 3:30 p.m., as well as a presentation on the Columbus Community Solar Initiative at 3 p.m., family-friendly activities, and displays of solar energy options. Meet at Clifty Creek Elementary School parking lot, 4625 E. County Road 50N, for directions and carpool to the home of Art Hopkins and Glorie Kulczyc. Information: 812-341-9575.
“A POSSIBLE DREAM: THE ANDREA FRIEDMAN STORY,” part of The Arc of Bartholomew County’s Scenes of Inclusion: A Disability Film Series, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 19, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Information: 812-379-1266 and mybcpl.org.
CRAFT NIGHT: TABLE TOP PUMPKINS, 6 p.m. Oct. 20, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Free but registration is required: 812-379-1266 and mybcpl.org.
“BE HEART SMART,” 2 to 3 p.m. Oct. 20 and 27, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St. Learn how to monitor your risk factors for heart disease and make simple changes in your daily routine to improve your heart health. Register by calling MRC at 812-376-9241.
“THE BOY FROM PLEEBO,” with Sylvester Youlo discussing his book about his traumatic childhood and his life in the U.S., 6:30 p.m. Oct. 20, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Information: 812-379-1266 and mybcpl.org.
DESPERATE HOUSEHOLDS CONFERENCE, 8 a.m. to noon Oct. 21 at Community Church of Columbus, 3850 N. Marr Road. Annual conference on drug and other substance issues and challenges — for members of the general public and professionals from counselors to nurses. Sponsored by the Bartholomew County Substance Abuse Council. Free. Keynote speaker is Koren Zailckas, author of the New York Times bestseller, “Smashed.” Registration: 812-348-6257.
“DINNER WITH DOPPELGANGERS – A TRUE STORY OF MADNESS AND RECOVERY,” with author Colleen Wells reading from her book, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 22, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Information: 812-379-1266 and mybcpl.org.
PROFESSOR STEVE’S SPOOKY SCIENCE SHOW, 4 p.m. Oct. 23, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. For all ages. Information: 812-379-1266 and mybcpl.org.
GENEALOGY DATABASES, 10 a.m. Oct. 24, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Information: 812-379-1266 and mybcpl.org.
“EXPLORING THE UNKNOWN,” professional paranormal investigations, 2 p.m. Oct. 24, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Information: 812-379-1266 and mybcpl.org.
KINESIOLOGY TAPE, with Dr. Kathleen Inman discussing how kinesiology tape works, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 28, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Information: 812-379-1266 and mybcpl.org.
ENROLLCOLUMBUS: AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE ACT, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 29, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Information presented by Columbus Regional Health on purchasing health insurance on the insurance marketplace. Information: 812-379-1266 and mybcpl.org.
“THE BENEFITS OF SPICING UP YOUR LIFE,” presented by staff from A Thyme for all Seasonings, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 29, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St.
November
COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH SCREENING, 8 to 10 a.m. Nov. 19, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St. Free screenings including cholesterol (fasting required), balance test, advanced directives, mental health screen, hearing test, blood pressure, height and weight, BMI, eye pressure, pharmacist consultation, dietician consultation and glucose test (fasting required). Information: 812-376-9241 and millracecenter.org.
CHRISTMAS OF YESTERYEAR, 5:30 to 9 p.m. Nov. 20, Hope Town Square. Shops open late, live nativity, arrival of Santa, carriage rides into Hope’s past with costumed characters, bake sale, cookie decorating and crafts at the Yellow Trail Museum, and strolling carolers.
December
“DANCING INTO THE HEART OF COMPASSION,” presented by Arts for AIDS, Dec. 1, The Commons, 300 Washington St., with hosts Jan Lucas-Grimm and Sopeade Lanlehin. In observance of World AIDS Day. Featuring the African American Dance Company of Indiana University, directed by Iris Rosa, performing a fusion of modern, jazz , African, and Latin American styles of dance, and African and Jamaican music provided by DJ Ras Max from Zimbabwe. In addition, Dr. Dexter Shurney, chief medical officer of Cummins Inc., will share global updates and information on HIV/AIDS challenges in southern Indiana. Doors will open at 5 p.m. for an evening filled with dance, food and drink, and shopping at a Global Bazaar. The program will be from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tickets available at Viewpoint Books, Eventbrite and at the door: $25 adults, $12 students, children 11 and under free with adult ticket purchase. Proceeds will benefit those whose lives have been affected by HIV/AIDS. Information: artsforaids.org.
Music
October
MUSIC AT THE HARLEQUIN THEATRE, inside FairOaks Mall, 2380 25th St. Scheduled: Guitarist Richard Gilewitz, 7 p.m. Oct. 16, $15 in advance, $20 at the door; Rhythm Future Quartet, 7 p.m. Nov. 12, $15 in advance, $20 at the door; “Sounds of Summer” Beach Boys Tribute, 7 p.m. Nov. 28 and 3 p.m. Nov. 29, $18. Cash bar available. Tickets available at Viewpoint Books, the mall office or Harlequin Box Office.Information and reservations: 812-343-4597 and theharlequin theatre.com.
“MUSICAL JOURNEY,” COLUMBUS INDIANA PHILHARMONIC’S 2015-16 SEASON. All concerts at 7:30 p.m. at Columbus North High School auditorium unless indicated otherwise. Scheduled: “Time for Three” string trio, Oct. 17; “Verdi Requiem,” Nov. 15; Christmas Concert, 3 and 7 p.m. Dec. 13, featuring Columbus Indiana Children’s Choir with the orchestra; Celebrating the Chinese New Year, with pianist Tianshu Wang performing the “Yellow River Concerto,” Feb. 6; “Music for Royalty,” featuring Columbus Indiana Children’s Choir with the orchestra, 7:30 p.m. April 2; “A Visit to Vienna,” April 30; “Salute!” 7 p.m. May 27, 2016 at the Bartholomew County Veterans Memorial, corner of Brown and Second streets. Information and tickets: thecip.org, [email protected] or 812-376-2638 ext. 1.
COLUMBUS CITY BAND 2015-16 SEASON. All concerts are Sundays at 2 p.m. at The Commons. Admission is free. Scheduled: Oct. 18, Dec. 6 (Holiday Concert), Feb. 14 and April 10. Concerts performed by more than 50 volunteer musicians from the community include show tunes, big band, military, concert and symphonic selections. Information: [email protected].
MUSIC AT THE PIXY THEATRE, 111 S. Walnut St., Edinburgh. Scheduled: Folk, acoustic and contemporary music by Bomar and Ritter, Oct. 17. Most shows start at 7 p.m. and most tickets are $10. Information: TheEdinburghPixy.com and 812-526-6513.
FRIDAYS@FIRST PRESENTS NEW VOICES OPERA perfoming its first musical theater revue, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 23, First United Methodist Church, 618 Eighth St. Doors open at 7 p.m. Singers from Indiana University will perform solos and ensemble numbers from favorites of the musical theater genre.Admission is free. Donations of $5-10 suggested. Information: newvoicesopera.com.
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN MUSIC SERIES. Programs are at 3 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, Seventh and Franklin streets. Offerings will be taken but admission is free. Scheduled: “Instant Classic” with Barbershop 4 singing quartet favorites, Oct. 25; oboist Sarah Hager, hometown artist, accompanied by Dianne Sprunger, Nov. 22; “Advent Organ Fest,” featuring six Columbus organists performing favorite Christmas music, Dec. 6; “Deconstructing Opera,” trombone, clarinet and piano excerpts from operas, Feb. 28; Chris Young, longtime Indiana University professor of organ, and his wife, violinist Brenda Young, day in April to be announced.
November
“SUNDAY AFTERNOON MATINEE MUSICALE,” featuring the Bloomington Trio of pianist Ilya Friedberg, violinst Eliot Heaton, and cellist Seung Ah Hong in a program of Haydn, Schumann and IU’s David Baker, 2:30 p.m. Nov. 1, First United Methodist Church, 618 Eighth St. Doors open at 2 p.m. Tickets: $10, available in advance at the church office and at the Columbus Indiana Philharmonic office, 315 Franklin St. Tickets will also be sold at the door. Sunday Afternoon Matinee Musicale is a new music series of concerts featuring intimate small music ensembles, a partnership between FUMC and the Philharmonic.
COLUMBUS BLUEGRASS JAMBOREE CONCERTS, Nov. 7, Donner Center, 22nd Street in Columbus. Open jam sessions at 4 p.m. Group performances at 5 p.m. Donations will be accepted.
10TH ANNUAL ST. BARTHOLOMEW CONCERT SERIES, St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, 1306 27th St. Scheduled: “East Meets West” with international opera singer soprano Mei Zhong, 7 p.m. Nov. 7; “An Anniversary Christmas Celebration,” featuring choral music, brass numbers, children’s voices and the St. Bartholomew Choir and singers from the community, 7 p.m. Dec. 19; “The Best of …” featuring the Minut Piano Duo of Mirabella and Bogdan Minut performing their favorite pieces, 7 p.m. Jan. 16. Information: Bogdan Minut, 812-379-9353 ext. 237 or [email protected].
“HONORING OUR HEROES,” a salute to veterans and USO Show, Nov. 8, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post, 215 N. National Road. Dinner at 12:30 p.m., show at 2 p.m. Tickets: $10 per person, $15 per couple, available at the post, 812-379-2791, or by calling Lori at 812-344-7422. If seating permits, tickets will also be sold at the door.
FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE AT MILL RACE CENTER, 7 to 10 p.m. Nov 13, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., featuring Whipstitch Sallies. Admission: $5 for MRC members, $10 for nonmembers. Cash bar and complimentary snacks. Information: 812-376-9241 and millracecenter.org.
CABARET AT THE COMMONS, featuring Broadway star Laura Osnes, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 18, The Commons, 300 Washington St. Tickets: $50, $30 and $15, available at thecip.org/tickets.
“THE JOURNEY BEGINS,” COLUMBUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA’S 2015-16 SEASON. All concerts at 3:30 p.m. at The Commons unless indicated otherwise. Scheduled: “O’er the Fields We Go,” Nov. 22; “The People You Meet Along the Way, Feb. 28; “Death & Transfiguration,” April 10, Columbus North High School; “Cleared for Launch!” 7:30 p.m. June 12, Mill Race Park Amphitheatre. Tickets: $10 adults, $5 senior citizens and children 12 and older, free admission for children under 12 with adults. Tickets may be purchased at the door or online at csoindiana.org/tickets.
Misc.
October
HEARTFELT HONORS QUILT DISPLAY, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 16, Community Church of Columbus, 3850 N. Marr Road. More than 100 quilts created by local quilters to thank and honor servicemen and women wounded and traumatized in Iraq or Afghanistan. Free. Handicapped accessible. Display will also be open during the 9 and 10:30 a.m. services Oct. 18. Information: cccolumbus.org and 812-376-9478.
“ART HOUSE IN THE RED ROOM FILM SERIES,” featuring “Onibaba,” set 14th Century Japan, 6 p.m. Oct. 15, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Information: 812-379-1266 and mybcpl.org.
DOG PARK OPEN HOUSE, 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 17, dog park located at the corner of Marr Road and Hollowell Street. Free. Proof of rabies vaccination required. Information: [email protected].
CLASSIC MOVIE SERIES, presented by YES Cinema and The Inn at Irwin Gardens, 608 Fifth St. Movies will begin between 8 and 9 p.m. with specific times to be determined before show days. Tickets: $12 adults, $5 children under 12, available at Lincoln-Central Neighborhood Family Center, YES Cinema and The Inn at Irwin Gardens. Concessions will be available for purchase as well as beer and wine. Scheduled: and “Dial M for Murder,” Oct. 23 (rain date Oct. 29). Information and to order tickets: 812-379-1630 or 812-376-3663.
CHESS AT MILL RACE CENTER, 5 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, most games run 10 minutes and equipment is furnished. Information: 812-603-3893.
COMEDIAN TOM MABE, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 23 and 24, The Harlequin Theatre, inside FairOaks Mall, 2380 25th St. Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Cash bar available. Tickets available at Viewpoint Books, the mall office or Harlequin Box Office. Information: 812-343-4597 and theharlequintheatre.com.Theater.
AN AFTERNOON FOR THE ARTS, an afternoon of live entertainment by Columbus Indiana Philharmonic String Quartet and dessert by Caryn Wiggins of Desserts Etc., 2 p.m. Oct. 23, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St. Cost: $5 for MRC members, $10 for non-members. Information: 812-376-9241.
YES COMEDY SHOWCASE, FEATURING NICK GRIFFIN, 8 p.m. Oct. 24, YES Cinema, 328 Jackson St. Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Also scheduled: Costaki Economopoulos, Nov. 21; Mike Armstrong (two shows) Dec. 31; Dan St. Paul, Jan. 30; and Ron Feingold, Feb. 27. Information: 812-379-1630.
BOY SCOUT TROOP 585 CRAFT SALE AND FLEA MARKET, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 24, Southwest Volunteer Fire Department, 8500 State Road 58S. Arts and crafts vendors, flea market and food. Information: 812-342-0639 and [email protected].
HOPE’S HAUNTED HALLOWS, 5 to 8 p.m. Oct. 24, Hope Town Square. Join Bartholomew County Historical Society for free Halloween family fun and activities including presentations of “The Wizard of Oz” by Stevens Puppets, mad-scientist demonstrations, historic fortune-telling games, a “cabinet of curiosities,” “Night at the Yellow Trail Museum” tours, and fall-themed games and crafts. Bring an empty bag for the trick-or-treating parade which will take place at 6 p.m. Food, including hot dogs, chili dogs, walking tacos, doughnuts and hot spiced cider, will be available for purchase with all proceeds benefitting the Historical Society’s educational programming. Information: bartholomewhistory.org.
SKATE ‘N’ SCARE, 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 25, Hamilton Center Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive. A night of games, prizes, a haunted maze from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., and spooky skaters. Admission: $7. Information: 812-376-2686 and columbusparksandrec.com.
CRAFT AND VENDOR FALL BAZAAR, presented as a senior project by Shelby Stamper, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 31, First Church of the Nazarene, 1245 McClure Road. Face painting, treats at every booth, concessions and food available for purchase. Proceeds will benefit the church’s youth group mission trip to Honduras.
WOLFCREEK VINTAGE, Nienaber Farm Market, 6970 State Road 46W. Hours: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 25. Featuring painted furniture, antiques, vintage items, home decor and more.
BROWN COUNTY SHRINE CLUB OLD-FASHIONED TRAP AND STILL BOARD SHOOT, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 31, 6088 State Road 46E, 1 mile east of Gnaw Bone and approximately 9 miles west of Columbus. All winners will receive a turkey and there will be a drawing for a Remington 1100 Classic Trap shotgun at the close of the shoot. Food will be available for purchase. Information: Jim Goodman, 812-200-3141.
November
MINGLE -N – JINGLE, 5:30 p.m. Nov. 5, Factory 12 Event Loft, 1235 Jackson St. Free admission. Food, dancing, music and vendors for holiday shopping. Information: 812-379-5655 and [email protected].
ULTIMATE HOME PARTY, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 7, St. Bartholomew Catholic School cafeteria, 1306 27th St. All your favorite direct-sales companies in one place for convenient holiday shopping. A bake sale will also be held. Interested vendors may contact Christie Hertle, 812-371-7009.
15TH ANNUAL HONORING VETERANS BANQUET, Nov. 7, Hilton Garden Inn north of Edinburgh Premium Outlets. Social hour at 5 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m. Program, “We Honor Veterans,” presented by speakers from Our Hospice of South Central Indiana, and presentation of Patriot Awards to individuals and organizations who have championed the cause of military veterans, reserve components and active duty troops. Checks for reservations should be mailed to Honoring Veterans Committee, P.O. Box 2171, Columbus, IN 47201-2171. Cost: $30 per person. Information: Gordon Lake, 812-372-1382 or [email protected].
VINTAGE SPIRITS: HISTORY AND HOOCH OF BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY, Nov. 7, the Henry Breeding Farm, 13730 N. County Road 100W. Join Bartholomew County Historical Society in exploring the historic role of alcohol in the development of the nation and find out why the average American once consumed over 40 gallons of intoxicating beverages per year. You’ll meet pioneers, Civil War soldiers, spiritualists, temperance ladies, bootleggers, and a fox-trotting couple from the 1940s while sampling period drinks and refreshments. Tours of this adults-only program begin at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 for BCHS members and $25 for non-members. For additional information or to make a reservation, 812-372-3541 or [email protected].
COMEDY SHOW, with headliner Jeff Bodart and opening acts Jeff Oskay and Robert Hay-Smith, to benefit Reins to Recovery Therapeutic Riding Center, 7:30 to 9 p.m. Nov 13, Celebrations Event Center, 357 Tanger Blvd. in Seymour. Tickets, $15 each or $25 per couple, will be sold at the door beginning at 7 p.m. Beer and wine will be available for purchase as well as light snacks. Must be 21 or older to attend. Information: Callie Johnson, 812-350-4864.
ABE MARTIN VILLAGE BAZAAR, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 14, Brown County History Center, 90 Gould St., Nashville. The first Abe Martin Village Bazaar will combine quality arts and crafts with a good old-fashioned bazaar offering a wide variety of craft items, gifts, antiques, food and surprises for sale. Information about becoming a vendor: Gloria Berryman, 812-988-4465 or [email protected].
HOLIDAY CREATIONS CRAFT SHOW AND SALE, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 14, Donner Center, 739 22nd St. Shop over 35 vendor booths featuring unique items. Concessions will be available for purchase. Information: 812-376-2680 and columbusparksandrec.com.
COMMUNITY CAST-A-WAYS GARAGE SALE, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Nov. 21 Donner Center, 739 22nd St. Booth space includes three 6-foot tables and chairs. Registration deadline is Nov. 18 or until maximum enrollment has been met. Register at Donner Center from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; with credit card by calling 812-376-2680 during business hours; or online at columbusparksandrec.com.
HOLIDAY AT THE FARM, 5 to 7 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays Nov. 27 through Dec. 20, plus Dec. 21, 22 and 23, Shireman Homestead, 7060 W. County Road 200N, Columbus. Visit with Santa, get a treat at the Treat House, take a wagon ride and more. Information: shiremanhomestead.com.
December
YELLOW TRAIL MUSEUM’S CHRISTMAS HOMES TOUR, 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 4. Self-guided tour of five homes decorated for the season. Yellow Trail Museum open with free refreshments and a place to rest. Tickets, $10, will go on sale during Christmas of Yesteryear Nov. 20. Later tickets will be available at Hope Area Visitors Center, Reflections and other Hope businesses. Information: 812-371-7969.
25TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS PARADE, 6 p.m. Dec. 5, through downtown Columbus. Featuring thousands of twinkling lights and up to 100 floats, animal units and walking groups created by local corporations, businesses and community groups. QMIX musical fireworks will follow the parade.
READERS THEATRE, LUNCH & LAUGHTER, noon, Dec. 9, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St. Cost: $7, including lunch. Enjoy lunch and entertainment from Mill Race Center’s Readers Theater. Reservations are required for lunch: 812-376-9241 [email protected].
“IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE” RADIO PLAY BY JOE LANDRY, 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays Dec. 11, 12, 18 and 19 and 3 p.m. Sundays Dec. 13 and 20, The Harlequin Theatre, 2380 25th St., inside FairOaks Mall. Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the door; children under 12 $10 at the door. Information: 812-343-4597 and theharlequintheatre.com.
Ongoing
IRWIN GARDENS PUBLIC HOURS, 2 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Sundays through Oct. 25, The Inn at Irwin Gardens, 608 Fifth St., Columbus. Free. The inn’s Edwardian-era grounds are modeled after ruins excavated at Pompeii and feature a formal herb garden, shade and sunken gardens, five water features and a bronze elephant from the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair. Information: irwingardens.com, 812-376-3663 and [email protected].
SEYMOUR MAIN STREET SIDEWALK SATURDAYS, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 17. Artists, food vendors, crafters and antique booths located in front of downtown businesses on North Chestnut Street and West Second Street. Downtown stores will also offer sidewalk sales and events and a “youth corner” will be set up at One Chamber Square for children eighth grade and younger to set up booths to sell food they have grown or made, crafts they have produced or lemonade. Vendors and youth corner participants must register by calling Soni Birch, 812-498-8991.
GREENSBURG FARMERS MARKET, 2 to 6 p.m. Fridays through Oct. 16, south side of Decatur County Courthouse, 150 Courthouse Square. Fresh produce, baked goods, plants, flowers, meat, herbs, maple syrup, eggs, etc. All items grown or produced by the vendors. Information: Main Street Greensburg, 812-222-0037.
Galleries, museums & exhibits
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY HISTORY CENTER, 524 Third St., Columbus. On display through Nov. 20, “Signed, Sealed, Delivered: Rural Free Delivery Comes to Hope,” featuring artifacts from Yellow Trail Museum in Hope. Information: 812-372-3541 or bartholomewhistory.org.
THE COMMONS, SECOND FLOOR, 300 Washington St. Free and open to the public during normal operating hours at The Commons. Information: [email protected].
INDIANA UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR ART + DESIGN, 310 Jackson St. Regular gallery hours are 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Exhibits are free and open to the public. Currently featured: “Columbus City Hall: Center for Civic Inspiration,” a showcase of architect Charles Bassett’s design intent and the public art program that made Columbus City Hall a center for civic inspiration. Information: 812-375-7550 or [email protected].
IVY TECH GALLERY OF FINE ART & DESIGN, 4475 Central Ave. Gallery hours: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Fridays. Information: 812-374-5139 or [email protected].
COLUMBUS LEARNING CENTER, 4555 Central Ave. Gallery hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Closed Sundays. Admission is free to the public. Information: 812-314-8507 and education coalition.com.
WELLCONNECT, 237 Washington St. Gallery hours: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. Information: 812-247-0502.
TRE BICCHIERI, 425 Washington St. Paintings by John Strickland of Franklin, Susie Gregory of Columbus and Patti Paris Owens of Franklin, photography by Joe Sanders of Columbus. Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday and 5 to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
TRI-STATE ARTISANS, 422 Washington St. Handmade retail gallery representing more than 60 local artisans. Unique gifts, fine art, art classes for youth and adults, youth art programs, art parties and home parties. Gallery hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays. Information: tsartisans.com.
HOTEL INDIGO GALLERY, 400 Brown St. Exhibits presented by Columbus Museum of Art & Design. Information: cmadart.org.
ART GUILD OF HOPE GALLERY, featuring fine art by guild members, 645 Harrison St., Hope. Gallery hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. seven days a week. General, membership and sponsorship information: 812-764-6417 and hopeartguild.com.
HAW CREEK HERITAGE CENTER, 111 Aiken St., Hope. Information: 812-372-3541 or [email protected].
YELLOW TRAIL MUSEUM, on the west side of Hope Town Square at 644 Main St. Thousands of items donated by members of the community to tell the story of Hope’s unique heritage. Military display, tools, housewares, clothing, pictures, doctor’s office, grocery items, hardware, barber shop, agriculture and Moravian history. Open Saturdays 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sundays 1 to 4 p.m., during special events in town and by appointment by calling 812-371-7969.
FREEMAN ARMY AIR FIELD MUSEUM, 1035 A Avenue, Freeman Field, Seymour, across from the airport hangars. Open from 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays except holidays, and by appointment through the week. Exhibits include recovered artifacts from the base’s time as a foreign aircraft evaluation center, including formerly buried parts of German, British and other planes, a fully restored World War II-era fire truck, artifacts honoring men and women who trained at the base and a newly opened exhibit on Tuskegee Airmen and WACS/WAFS. Information and appointments: 812-522-2031 or freemanfield.org.
HOOSIER ARTIST GALLERY, 45 S. Jefferson St., Nashville. Information: 269-375-3234.
B3 GALLERY, 125 S. Van Buren St., on the second floor of the Artist Colony Shops. Information: 812-988-6675.
