Kids and teens
October and Beyond
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: What is Your Dream? Grades K-5, 4 p.m. Oct. 13; American Girl Club, 2 p.m. Oct. 14, for ages 6-12; Teen Book Club: Creepy/Mystery/Thriller, 4 p.m. Oct. 16; Teen Gaming, 6 p.m. Oct. 16; Hogwarts for Muggles for Teens: Potions, 2:45 p.m. Oct. 17; Teen STEAM, 3 p.m. Oct. 17; Coder Dojo Python, 3:30 p.m. Oct. 18; Eat Cheap for Teens: Caramel Apple Taquitos, 3:45 p.m. Oct. 18; Reading Time with Lottie, 3:45 p.m. Oct. 20, for ages 5-12; Coder Dojo at Hope, 10 a.m. Oct. 21; Teen STEAM at Hope, 3 p.m. Oct. 24; Keyboarding: Grades 1-6, 3:45 p.m. Oct. 24; After School Movie for Teens, 3:30 p.m. Oct. 26; Reading Time with Lottie, 3:45 p.m. Oct. 27, for ages 5-12; Murder Mystery Party for Teens, 5 p.m. Oct. 30. Register for events at mybcpl.org under “events.” Information: 812-379-1255.
FLIP & DIP, 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 13, Columbus Gymnastics Center, 405 Hope, Ave. Fall break activity for ages 14 and younger. “Flip” in the Columbus Gymnastics Center from 1 to 2 p.m. and then “dip” in the Foundation for Youth pool. Cost: $6.00 per child. Parent supervision is required. Be sure to bring your swimsuit and a towel. Pre-registration required by Oct. 12. To register, stop by Columbus Gymnastics Center, call 812-376-2545 or visit columbusparksandrec.com.
ANNUAL FRIENDLY FOREST, 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 27 and 28, Jackson Township Fire Department, 4831 Helmsburg Road, Nashville. Come in costume and enjoy free candy bags, hot chocolate and popcorn for the kiddies. Snacks, coffee and pumpkins will also be available for purchase. Open weather-permitting; call the station for updates. Admission: $1 per child; adults free with child. Information: 812-988-6201.
SKATE WITH SANTA, noon to 4 p.m. Nov. 25, Hamilton Center Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive. Come out for a jolly good time with Santa! Make crafts and reindeer food and have loads of fun. Cost is $7.50 and includes skate rental.
Ongoing
KIDSCOMMONS, 309 Washington St., Columbus. Ongoing activities, all free with museum admission: Little Explorers, 11 a.m. Thursdays and 1:30 p.m. Fridays; Art Time, 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays; Wacky Science, 3:30 p.m. Thursdays. Information: 812-378-3046.
CHAOTIC TUESDAY, 5 to 6:30 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month, around Chaos I at The Commons. The Jean Tinguely kinetic sculpture will be operating and local “experts” will answer questions and explain how the iconic piece of iron art works. Chaotic Tuesday is free and open to the public. Information: Columbus Area Arts Council, 812-376-2539.
FOUNDATION FOR YOUTH BOYS & GIRLS CLUB, 405 Hope Ave., Columbus. The Boys & Girls Club is open to children ages 5 through 18. Information: 812-372-7867.
FABULOUS FIRST FRIDAYS WITH MISS POLLY, 12:15 p.m. the first Friday of each month. Viewpoint Books, 548 Washington St., Columbus. Information: 812-376-0778.
COLUMBUS CHESS CLUB, 5 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. Most games are 10 minutes in length; equipment is furnished. Open to chess players 18 and older. Information: 812-603-3893.
COLUMBUS GOLDEN K KIWANIS, 10 to 11 a.m. Mondays, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. Always an interesting and informative program. All are welcome. Information: 812-342-6944.
COLUMBUS AREA RAILROAD CLUB OPEN HOUSE, with four operating layouts running, noon to 4 p.m. the third Saturday of the month at the Johnson County Park headquarters building at Camp Atterbury. Information: Greg Harter, 812-350-8636; columbusarearailroadclub.com; or [email protected].
STEAM AFTER DARK REGISTRATION, kidscommons, 309 Washington St., Columbus. Three-hour event from 5 to 8 p.m. on Oct. 20, Nov. 17 and Dec. 15 introducing children to STEAM concepts through hands-on activities and experiments. A pizza dinner will be provided each night. For ages 3 to 12. Cost: $14 for members; $18 for non-members. Register the Tuesday before each event by calling 812-378-3046 or stopping by the museum. Payment is due at time of registration.
Music
October and Beyond
THE LLOYD WOOD SHOW, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Oct. 14, Mike’s Dance Barn, 2277 State Road 46 West, Nashville. Doors open at 5 p.m. with dinner to start at 5:30 p.m. Show time is from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Food will be served. Cost: $12 for dinner; $12 for show.
CONCERTS AT HARLEQUIN THEATRE, FairOaks Mall. Scheduled: The Graveyard Stompers, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 21. Cash bar available. Tickets: $15 in advance at the mall office from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and at Viewpoint Books. Tickets at the door: $20. Student tickets: $10. Information and reservations: 812-343-4597.
REFORMATION ORGAN CONCERT with John Allegar, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 20, St. Paul Lutheran Church, 6045 E. State St. south of Columbus. Free. Music inspired by the German Reformation, with works by Bach, Cherwein, Buxtehude, Seigart, Mendelssohn, Luther and Lovelace. Allegar is organist/assistant director of music at Second Presbyterian Church, Indianapolis. He received the doctor of musical arts degree in organ Performance from Eastman School of Music and a masters degree from Yale University.
‘FRIDAYS@FIRST, First United Methodist Church Sanctuary, 618 Eighth St., Columbus. Scheduled: Movie Sing-A-Long, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 20; Jim Gill, 7 p.m. Nov. 3; Amanda Sesler, 7 p.m. Nov. 17; Community Carol Sing, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 1. Doors open 30 minutes before each presentation.
COLUMBUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA SEASON (all times at 3:30 p.m.). Scheduled: “Bon Voyage,” featuring Skylark Horn Quartet, Oct. 22, Bartholomew County Public Library Plaza, 536 Fifth St. Also scheduled: “A Holiday Journey,” Dec. 3 at The Commons, 300 Washington St; “Hometown Talent,” Feb. 18 at The Commons; “Appalachian Homecoming,” April 8 at The Commons; “Expeditions, Adventures and Odysseys,” June 10 at The Commons. Tickets: Adults $10 in advance, $15 at the door; Senior Citizens and Students 12-18 $5 in advance, $10 at the door; children under 12 with an always free. Information: csoindiana.org/tickets/
LITTLE HOPE OPRY OF WILLOW LEAVES, 326 Jackson St., Hope. Traditional and classic country music by the Willow Leaves House Band and special guests, 7 to 10 p.m. the first Saturday of November and December. Food available for purchase, family atmosphere, no smoking or alcohol allowed. Admission: $10. Scheduled special guests are The McGuires, Nov. 4, and Andy & Hank, Dec. 2. Information and reservations: [email protected] and 812-546-0640.
CONCERTS AT BROWN COUNTY PLAYHOUSE, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Scheduled: “The Birth of Rock ‘n’ Roll,” favorites of the 50s and 60s with Ross Martinie Eiler and full band, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 19 and 26, and 2 and 7:30 p.m. Oct. 27, $20.50 and $19.50; “Heart & Soul,” the best of Motown, rock ‘n’ roll and soul, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 20, $20.50 and $19.50; “Respect: The Women of Rock ‘n’ Soul,” 7:30 p.m. Oct. 13, 21 and 28, $20.50 and $19.50; and 40 Years of College Beagles Tribute featuring music by the Beatles and the Eagles, 7:30p.m. Nov. 4, $17.50 and $16.50. Information and tickets: 812-988-6555 and browncountyplayhouse.org.
COLUMBUS INDIANA PHILHARMONIC 2017-18 SEASON, “LISTEN.” All concerts at 7:30 p.m. at Columbus North High School’s Erne Auditorium unless otherwise specified. Scheduled: “Celebrating the Reformation: 500th Anniversary,” Oct. 28, with a massed choir including the Philharmonic Chorus and area church choirs performing “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God”; “Stand and Shout” with cellist Leonardo Altino; “Home for the Holidays” with Marja Harmon, 3 and 7:30 p.m.; “All for Love,” with violinst Ariel Horowitz and soprano Cathy Rund, Feb. 3; “Da-Da-Da-Duuummm,” Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, April 7; “Sean Chen Plays Brahms,” April 28; annual patriotic concert “Salute!” 7 p.m. May 25, on the grounds of the Bartholomew County Veterans Memorial. Tickets and information: 812-376-2638; online at thecip.org; and in person at 315 Franklin St., Columbus.
Theater
WILLOW LEAVES, 326 Jackson St., Hope. Scheduled: The comedy “Southern Hospitality,” 6 p.m. Oct. 13 and 14 and 1 p.m. Oct. 15. Dinner and show: $25. Show only: $15. Actors Studio of Hope. Reservations available. For information, tickets and reservations, call 812-546-0640.
ROYAL-OFF-THE-SQUARE THEATRE, 121 W. Walnut St., Brownstown. Productions presented by Jackson County Community Theatre. Scheduled: “Baskerville,” Oct. 13, 14, 15, 20 and 21; “Babes in Toyland,” Dec. 1, 2, 3, 8, 9 and 10; “Almost, Maine,” dinner theater at The Pines in Seymour, Feb. 16, 17, 18, 23 and 24; “All My Sons,” April 27 and 28 and May 4 and 5, 2018. Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Tickets, $12 adults and $10 students and seniors, available online at jcct.org. Information: 812-358-5228 and [email protected].
BROWN COUNTY PLAYHOUSE, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Information and tickets: 812-988-6555 and browncountyplayhouse.org.
Misc.
October and Beyond
THE HAUNTING, Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 28, Shireman Homestead, 7060 W. County Road 200N. Main scare times, not suitable for young children, are 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. and tickets are $12 each. Child-friendly hours are 5 to 6 p.m. and tickets are $5 each. Information: shiremanhomestead.com.
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: Be a Change Maker, 6 p.m. Oct. 12; Bartholomew County Writers Group, 6 p.m. Oct. 12; Decorative Painting, 10 a.m. Oct. 14; Sugar is Sweet, But Not for Your Feet, 6 p.m. Oct. 16; Change Agent, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 17; Andrews Strings Studio Recital, 6 p.m. Oct. 18; The Bible and Essential Oils at Mill Race Center, 10 a.m. Oct. 19; Caroline Scott Harrison: A Victorian Change Maker and Progressive First Lady, 1 p.m. Oct. 19; Hope Book Discussion, “Station 11,” 1 p.m. Oct. 19; Winter Wellness and Essential Oils, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 19; Columbus Symphony on the Plaza, 3:30 p.m. Oct. 22; Author Skype Session: Laurie Ann Thompson, 6 p.m. Oct. 23; Computer Basics at the America and Roby Anderson Community Center, 6 p.m. Oct. 26; Zoo’Opolis and Change Maker Kathleen Bowen, 6 p.m. Oct. 26, for all ages; Murder in Waynesville, 1 p.m. Oct. 28; Fall-o-Ween Fest, 6 p.m. Oct. 30; Art House in the Red Room, “Suspiria,” 6 p.m., Oct. 31. Register for events at mybcpl.org under “events.” Information: 812-379-1255.
FIREMAN’S CHEER FUND DAY, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 13, kidscommons, 309 Washington St., Columbus. Bring a new toy to kidscommons for the fireman’s cheer fund and pay half price admission, just $3.50 per person. The discount is good for up to four people per each new toy. Firefighters will greet families from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Support local families and discover your local children’s museum.
GHOULS AND GOBLETS, 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Oct. 13, Main Street, Seymour. Five Indiana wineries and breweris will be downtown set up in local businesses for locals to come taste what they have to offer. After tasting, participants can stroll down the street to hear a local haunted tale. Groups can move at their own pace with stories being offered every half hour in each location. Tickets: $10 in advance; $15 the night of the event. To purchase tickets: seymourmainstreet.org.
TRICK OR TREAT TALES, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Oct. 13, Donner Center, 739 22nd St., Columbus. Join us for an evening of not-so-scary Halloween tales and stories! Crafts, games and snacks will be included. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Cost: $1.00 per person. No pre-registration required.
FLINTWOOD WESLEYAN CHURCH HOMEMADE CHICKEN AND NODDLE DINNER, 4 to 7 p.m. Oct. 14 at the church, 5300 E. 25th St., Columbus. Price: Adults, $8; children 10 and younger, $5. Information and tickets: 812- 371-8770. Those purchasing tickets in advance will have a chance to win a special door prize drawing.
ETHNIC EXPO international festival, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Oct. 13 and 14, corner of Washington and Second streets, Columbus. Ethnic food booths, entertainment, international bazaar. Parade along Washington Street at 11 a.m. Oct. 14.
14TH ANNUAL KIWANIS INCREDIBLE DUCK SPLASH, noon to 2 p.m. Oct. 14, Round Lake, Mill Race Park. Free events include a bounce house, coupons for a Dilly Bar from the downtown Dairy Queen, Walgreen’s blood pressure checks and freebies, Indy Admirals Remote Control Boats and photo opportunities with some of your favorite Star Wars characters. All “adopted” ducks will be turned loose into Round Lake to compete for over $12,000 in cash and prizes, some even dropped from a helicopter courtesy of Columbus Helicopter. One lucky duck will have 10 chances to win a new car from Chevrolet of Columbus or $50,000. Remote control “Duckinator boats” will randomly select ducks to determine the winners. A free Don Miller Magic Show will begin at 1 p.m. while the winners are being determined. Winners will be announced at approximately 2 p.m. Ducks are available for purchase from any local Kiwanis member, at Midwest Computer Solutions and from any participating “Duck Buddy” youth organization listed on the website: kducks.com. All proceeds benefit local youth organizations.
HARPER VALLEY PUMPKIN PATCH DAYS, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 14 and 15, Armand’s Harper Valley Farms, 13094 S. County Road 600W, Westport. Pick among eight acres of pumpkins in scenic Harper Valley. There will also be face painting, refreshments, farm animals to see and a small sunflower maze for the kids. Information: 812-591-3416; IndianaPumpkinPatch.com.
DEEPOTSAV 2017: INDIAN FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Oct. 15, The Commons, 306 Washington St., Columbus. Enjoy a unique cultural Diwali experience with family and friends. For information and tickets, visit columbusganesh.com or facebook.com/events/141464369790804.
BROWN COUNTY ART ALLIANCE CINEFEST: THREE OUTRAGEOUS WOMEN, noon to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 15, The Seasons Conference Center, 560 State Road 46, Nashville. The event features films and a presentation about three women who influenced early 20th century culture, especially modern art. Films: “Art Addict” about New York’s Peggy Guggenheim; and “Awakening in Taos” about Mable Dodge Luhan. There will be a presentation on Brown County character Onya La Tour. The $25 ticket includes lunch and snacks. Information and registration: 812-340-8781; artalliacebrowncounty.org/cinefest.
DIWALI cultural celebration of the festival celebrating the victory of light over darkness and good over evil, 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 15, The Commons, 300 Washington St. in Columbus. Arts performances and music, craft activities such as lantern-making and candle-holder creation for both children and adults, art exhibition open to all artists, light lunch and snacks, and more. Admission: $12 and $15. Children 10 and younger admitted free.
ARTS VILLAGE CINEFEST, noon to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 15, Seasons Lodge and Conference Center, 560 State Road 46E, Nashville. The program opens with a luncheon and will feature films and presentations on Peggy Guggenheim, Onya LaTour and Mabel Dodge Luhan. Admission: $25, which includes the deli buffet and snacks. A cash bar will also be available. For reservations: artalliancebrowncounty.org/cinefest. Information: Anabel Hopkins, 812-340-8781.
FISH FRY, 4 to 7 p.m. Oct. 15, St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church and Preschool, 11750 W. County Road 930S, Waymansville. Sponsored by the Adult Fellowship.
EASTERN STAR BEAN DINNER, 4 to 7 p.m. Oct. 21, St. John’s Masonic Lodge, 4131 Rocky Ford Road, Columbus. Dinner will include ham ‘n’ bean soup, cornbread, coleslaw, drink and dessert for $6. Children ages 12 and younger are $3. Eat in or take it to got. Vegetarian soup will be available.
ANNUAL COLUMBUS EASTERN STAR BEAN DINNER, 4 to 7 p.m. Oct. 21, St. John’s Masonic Lodge, 4131 Rocky Ford Road, Columbus. The dinner will include ham ‘n bean soup, cornbread, coleslaw, drink and dessert for $6. Children 12 and under are $3. Vegetarian soup will be available. Choose to eat in or carry out.
UNCOMMON CAUSE: DESIGNING THE FUTURE, 7 to 11 p.m. Oct. 21., Columbus Learning Center, 4555 Central Ave., Columbus. The Columbus Area Arts Council is excited to announce this year’s annual fundraiser filled with interactive art and cultural experiences. Attire is casual-cocktail. Lounge seating will be provided throughout the building. Guests will enjoy creative eats and a cash bar, plus live and silent auctions featuring art excursions, design-centered experiences and one-of-a-kind artworks by artists connected to Columbus. Co-chairs Rick Johnson, Alice Johnson, Josh Ratliff and Brooke Hawkins will lead the fundraiser. Tickets: eventbrite.com/e/uncommon-cause-designing-the-future-tickets-36867695269. Information: artsincolumbus.org/designingthefuture.
GREAT GIRLS, WONDERFUL WOMEN LUNCHEON, noon to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 24, Foundation for Youth, 405 Hope Ave., Columbus. This event gives the Wonderful Women of our community the opportunity to support and inspire some of our Great Girls. Each table includes six Wonderful Women and two Great Girls. Tickets are $75 each and include a meal catered by Artisan Foodworks and keynote address by Indiana Basketball Hall of Famer Maria Stack. Nicole Pence will emcee the event. To purchase tickets: 812-348-4558 ext. 207; foundationforyouth.com. Corporate table sponsorships are available.
A TASTE OF COLUMBUS, 4 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 26, The Commons, 306 Washington St., Columbus. Savor the Taste of Columbus, featuring food and beverage samplings from 30 local restaurants. No person under 21 will be admitted. Ticket purchase required. Current Vendors include: 240 Sweet Artisan Foodworks, Ashlynn Leigh Cakes, Bear Wallow Distillery, Bob Evans, Catering by Karr, Chick-fil-A, Columbus Bar, Culligan of Columbus, DAGS Deli, Dancing Goat Coffee, Donut Central, First Class Catering, Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, Johnny Carino’s, McDonalds, Lucabe Coffee Co., Oh Sweetie, Otter Creek Bar and Grill, Power House Brewing, Subway Sandwiches, The Savory Swine, White Castle, Yo MaMa Frozen Yogurt & More and Zaharako’s. Presented by the Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce. For tickets, stop by Viewpoint Books or the Columbus Area Visitors Center or visit columbusareachamber.com. Information: 812-379-4457.
SKATE AND SCARE, 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 28, Hamilton Ice Center Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive. Come have a S’boo’tacular time and enjoy a haunted maze on the small ice, public skating on the large ice and candy. Cost is $7 and includes skate rental.
MOVIE EVENTS AT BROWN COUNTY PLAYHOUSE, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Scheduled: “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” 11 p.m. Oct. 28, $10; and “Sleepless in Seattle,” 4 and 7 p.m. Dec. 31. Information and tickets: 812-988-6555 and browncountyplayhouse.org.
COMEDIAN HEYWOOD BANKS, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 3, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Tickets, $27.50, available at 812-988-6555 and browncountyplayhouse.org. Also scheduled, Greg Hahn, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 18, $25.50.
HARLEM WIZARDS BASKETBALL SHOW, 2 to 4 p.m. Nov. 5, Columbus North High School, 1400 25th St. Bartholomew Consolidated School Foundation presents the Harlem Wizards with special guest coach, Tamika Catchings, former MVP for WNBA Indiana Fever. The event will feature tricks, music, dunks, comedy, dancing, audience participation and autograph session! Tickets available online at: harlemwizards.thundertix.com/events/109317.
COMEDY SHOW TO BENEFIT REINS TO RECOVERY Therapeutic Riding Center, 7:30 to 9 p.m. Nov. 10, Celebrations in Seymour, 357 Tanger Blvd., Suite 101. Headlining Jeff Bodart with Robert Hay-Smith and T.J. Wharry. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets $20 apiece or $30 per couple. Tickets sold at the door. Must be 21 to enter. Beer and wine available for purchase. Information: Kristye Lewis, 812-521-0901.
ARTS FOR AIDS fundraiser in conjunction with World AIDS Day featuring The Kenyetta Dance Company presenting “The Skin We’re In” and the Asante Actors of Indianapolis. Doors open at 5 p.m., program at 6 p.m., Nov. 30, The Commons, 300 Washington St. in Columbus. Food by Le Petit Caraibes, cash bar, free photo booth, African Bazaar by Global Gifts, silent auction. The program supports health programming in southern Indiana and 5 HIV-AIDS programs — four in Africa and one in Haiti.
3 ON 3 HOCKEY TOURNAMENT, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 24, Hamilton Center Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive. Hamilton Community Center invites you, your teammates and your families to enjoy the experience at this year’s 3 on 3 pondless hockey tournament. We aim for quality hockey and lots of fun. Cost: $15 per individual; $55 per adult team.
FARM-TO-FIFTH TOURS, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily through Dec. 30, Bear Wallow Distillery, 4484 Old State Road 46E, Nashville. See the process of turning locally grown grains into Indiana handcrafted whiskey and learn the history of whiskey making and moonshining in Brown County. Tours offered daily at the top of each hour. Cost: $6 per person, includes samples.
Galleries, museums & exhibits
IN THE BEGINNING, art exhibit for Bob Burris’ work, Wellconnect, 237 Washington St. in Columbus, free. Opening reception will be 5 to 6:30 p.m. Oct. 6.
BONSAI SHOW, noon to 6 p.m. Oct. 14 and noon to 4 p.m. Oct. 15, Art on the Square Gallary, 114 Washington St., Greensburg. Exhibit is free and open to the public. Information: Judy Glore, 812-663-3424.
AVENUE OF ARCHITECTS, during business hours through Nov. 16 at Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Explore the architecture of Fifth Street in this photography exhibit of works by Hadley Fruits, Balthazar Korab and Adam Reynolds.
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 524 Third St. Featured: “Indiana Disasters” Oct. 5 through Nov. 8. Exhibits are part of the Indiana Historical Society’s Traveling Exhibit Program. Information: 812-372-3549.
HEALTHY COMMUNITIES BREAST FEEDING COALITION 2017 ART EXHIBIT, WellConnect, 237 Washington St., Columbus. Highlighting the work of local photographer Angela Jackson. Free.
506 GALLERY, COLUMBUS VISITORS CENTER, corner of Fifth and Franklin streets, Columbus. On display through early November: Vintage Charley Harper prints, including serigraphs, lithographs, Ford Times prints and rare collectibles from the collection of Larry Smith and Circle City Frames. Visitors Center hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, noon to 5 p.m. Sundays (closed Sundays in December, January, February and March). Information: 812-378-2622.
ATTERBURY-BAKALAR AIR MUSEUM, at Columbus Municipal Airport, 4770 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. Closed Sundays and Mondays. Special tours may be scheduled by calling 812-372-4356. The museum preserves the history of the former Atterbury Army Air Field, later named Bakalar Air Force Base. Museum displays include a World War II-era air base barracks building section showing barracks living at the former air base and a World War II Army Air Corps operating rotating beacon and tower and more. Visit the museum online at atterburybakalarairmuseum.org and on Facebook.
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY HISTORY CENTER, 524 Third St., Columbus. Information: 812-372-3541 or bartholomewhistory.org.
THE COMMONS GALLERY, second floor, 300 Washington St., Columbus. Free and open to the public during normal operating hours at The Commons. Information: cmadart.org or columbus [email protected].
IVY TECH GALLERY OF FINE ART & DESIGN, 4475 Central Ave., Columbus. Gallery hours: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Fridays. Information: 812-374-5139 or [email protected].
WELLCONNECT, 237 Washington St., Columbus. Gallery hours: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Information: 812-247-0502.
TRE BICCHIERI, 425 Washington St., Columbus. Artwork by nine local artists including Gail Plattner, Jeff Jackson, Stephen Whittaker, John Strickland, Susie Gregory, Rebecca Campbell, Cathy Schooler and Robert Baker. All artwork is for sale. Hours: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 9 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 5 to 10 p.m. Saturdays.
TRI-STATE ARTISANS, 422 Washington St., Columbus. 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. Wednesdays through Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays. Information: tsartisans.com.
YELLOW TRAIL MUSEUM, on the west side of Hope Town Square at 644 Main St., Hope. 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. The Research Center is open from 10 a.m. to noon Mondays and Wednesdays and by appointment. This area concentrates on genealogy, but has information for general historical research, too. The museum visitor information center hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays, with extended hours during special events in town. Appointments to visit other times can be arranged by calling 812-546-8020 or 812-371-7969.
FREEMAN ARMY AIR FIELD MUSEUM, 1035 A. Ave., Freeman Field, Seymour, across from the airport hangars. Open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays, excepting holidays, and by appointment throughout the week. Exhibits include recovered artifacts from the base’s time as a foreign aircraft evaluation center, including buried parts of German, British and other planes; a fully restored World War II-era fire truck; artifacts honoring those who trained at the Field, including the Tuskegee Airmen and WAFS/WACS. New exhibits include an edged weapons display. Groups (school, service, home school, corporate and other) are welcome; both historic museum buildings are accessible to the handicapped. Information and appointments: 812-522-2031 and freemanarmyairfield museum.org.
BROWN COUNTY ART GUILD, 48 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Information: 812-988-6185 or browncountyartguild.org.
HOOSIER ARTIST GALLERY, 45 S. Jefferson St., Nashville. Information: 269-375-3234.
B3 GALLERY, 125 S. Van Buren St., Nashville, on the second floor of the Artist Colony Shops. Information: 812-988-6675.
BROWN COUNTY ART GALLERY, Artist Drive and Main Street, Nashville. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Information: browncountyartgallery.org or 812-988-4609.
JENNINGS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM, 335 Brown St., Vernon. Information: 812-346-8989 and jenningscounty.org.
