Kids and teens
October and Beyond
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: Lego Club Ages 6-12, 3:30 or 4:14 p.m. Nov. 3; Coder Dojo Hope Branch, 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 4; Science is Fun! Grades 4-6, 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 4; Snowflake celebration, 2-3 p.m. Nov. 4; Tech review, 1-3 p.m. Nov. 5; DIY for Teens: Upcycling T-shirts, 3-5 p.m. Nov. 6; Full STEAM Ahead, grades 3-5, 4-5 p.m. Nov. 6; Jr. Milk and Cookies Storytime, ages 1-2, 6:30 p.m. Nov. 6; Milk & Cookies Storytime ages 3-8, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 6; 3’s to 5’s Storytime, 10 a.m. Nov. 7, 14, 21 and 11 a.m. Nov. 8, 15, 22; DIY for Teens: Upcycling T-shirts, 2:45 p.m. Nov. 7; Crazy 8’s Club Grades 3-5, 6:30 p.m. Nov. 7 and 4 p.m. Nov. 8, 14; Ones and Twos storytime, 10 a.m. Nov. 8, 9, 15, 16, 22; Teen Gaming Night at Hope Branch, 3:30-6 p.m. Nov. 8; Just for Babies Storytime, 11 a.m. Nov. 6, 16; Around the World Grades 3-6, 4 p.m. Nov. 9; Register for events at mybcpl.org under “events.” Information: 812-379-1255.
FREE FAMILY FUN TIME, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 5, kidscommons, 309 Washington St., Columbus. Free admission. One adult recommended for every five children. Explore three floors of hands-on learning and fun. Take a trip down the giant toilet, create a masterpiece in Kids-at-Art and stand inside a body bubble.
LITTLE CHEFS CHOCOLATE FACTORY, 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. Nov. 14, Donner Center, 739 Lindsey St., Columbus. Children ages 5 to 8 will make suckers, chocolate-covered marshmallows, pretzels and more. Cost: $16 per person. Spaces are limited. Pre-registration is required by Nov. 9 or until maximum enrollment has been met. To register, call 812-376-2680, stop by Donner Center or visit columbusparksandrec.com.
SKATE WITH SANTA, noon to 4 p.m. Nov. 25, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Make crafts and reindeer food. Cost is $7.50 and includes skate rental.
20th ANNUAL MOM & ME TEA, 1 p.m. Dec. 3, Donner Center, 739 22nd St., Columbus. Holiday party for mothers with daughters ages 3 to 8. Includes tea, punch, crafts, games and more. All children should wear their holiday best for a fashion show. Cost: $24 per mother/daughter pair; $12 for each additional child or adult. The registration deadline is Nov. 29 or until maximum enrollment has been met. Spaces are limited. To register, call 812-376-2680, stop by Donner Center or visit columbusparksandrec.com.
SANTA’S WORKSHOP, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Dec. 8, Donner Center, 739 22nd St., Columbus. Holiday show with hands-on Christmas crafts, games, prizes and snacks after the show. Cost: $1 per person. All children must be accompanied by an adult. No pre-registration required.
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, 300 Washington St., Columbus. The Jean Tinguely kinetic sculpture will be operating and local “experts” will answer questions and explain how the iconic piece of iron art works. 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].
CommUNITY YOGA, 9 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Drive, Columbus. Donation-based class appropriate for all levels. Information: 812-447-2585; facebook.com/bodhiblossomyoga.
YOGA OF 12-STEP RECOVERY, noon Mondays, Recovery Engagement Center, 1951 McKinley Ave., Columbus. Donation-based class. Information: 812-447-2585.
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.
TOTAL BRAIN HEALTH, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. Classes presented by Cynthia Green through the Summerville Fellowship at the Pitman Institute for Aging Well. Cost: $20; scholarships available upon request. Will not meet the week of Thanksgiving. To register: 812-376-9241.
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.
Music
October and Beyond
FRIDAYS@FIRST, First United Methodist Church Sanctuary, 618 Eighth St., Columbus. Scheduled: 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: “A Holiday Journey,” Dec. 3 at The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus; “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.
COLUMBUS BLUEGRASS JAMBOREE, 4 p.m. Nov. 4, Donner Center, 739 22nd St., Columbus. Jam begins at 4 p.m. — bring your instrument to join — and various groups will start playing at 5 p.m. The Jamboree will feature bluegrass and gospel by Common Ground, Liberty Hill, Cumberland Gap and Friends of Bluegrass. Donations will be accepted and snacks will be available for purchase. Information: 812-379-2408.
MUSIC OF THE VIETNAM WAR, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Nov. 6, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus; entertainer Dave Ehlert will sing “Sittin’ on the Dock of the Bay,” “Eve of Destruction,” “The Game of Love,” “Ballad of the Green Berets” and more popular songs from the Vietnam era. others. Visitors can also see a small display presented by the Heartfelt Honors Quilters group.
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.
LADIES FOR LIBERTY, 6 p.m. Nov. 16, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus, singing troupe dedicated to performing the Andrews Sisters style of music, through their own rendition of vocals, costumes, hairstyles and the spirit of patriotism reminiscent of the 1940s. Pick up free tickets at the library or at Mill Race Center.
MUSIC AT FIRST PRESBYTERIAN, 3 p.m. Dec. 3, First Presbyterian Church, Seventh and Franklin streets, Lessons & Carols service featuring traditional Christmas scripture, carols and anthems, sung by the church’s Adult Choir directed by Dianne Sprunger. Admission is free; an offering will be taken. Child care on request, call 812-372-3783.
CONCERTS AT BROWN COUNTY PLAYHOUSE, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Scheduled: 40 Years of College Beagles Tribute featuring music by the Beatles and the Eagles, 7:30 p.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, 1400 25th St., unless otherwise specified. Scheduled: “Stand and Shout” with cellist Leonardo Altino, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 11; “Home for the Holidays” with Marja Harmon, 3 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9; “All for Love,” with violinist 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
ROYAL-OFF-THE-SQUARE THEATRE, 121 W. Walnut St., Brownstown. Productions presented by Jackson County Community Theatre. Scheduled: “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].
THE MELCHIOR MARIONETTE THEATRE, west side of South Van Buren Street, Nashville. Scheduled: Showtimes for “Slightly Haunted Puppet Theatre” are 1 and 3 p.m. Oct. 27 through 29. Information: 800-849-4853.
BROWN COUNTY PLAYHOUSE, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Information and tickets: 812-988-6555 and browncountyplayhouse.org.
Misc.
October and Beyond
LINE DANCING LESSONS, 7 p.m. Nov. 10, Dec. 8, Pixy Theatre, 111 S. Walnut St., Edinburgh, $5, www.TheEdinburghPixy.com.
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: Creating a designer Christmas Tree, 6 p.m. Nov. 2; Winter Care for Houseplants, 6 p.m. Nov. 6; Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group, 4:30 p.m. Nov. 7; Meditation, 6:30 p.m. Nov. 7; Stethoscope Series: Controlling Your Blood Pressure Before it Controls You, 6:30 p.m. Nov. 7; CAMEO 6 p.m. Nov. 8; Avenue of the Architects, 6 p.m. Nov. 8; Bartholomew County Writers Group, 6 p.m. NOv. 9; Civil War Book Discussion Group, 7 p.m. Nov. 9; Register for events at mybcpl.org under “events.” Information: 812-379-1255.
MOVIE EVENTS AT BROWN COUNTY PLAYHOUSE, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Scheduled: “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.
50TH ANNUAL TURKEY SUPPER, 5 to 8 p.m. Nov. 3 and 4, Petersville United Methodist Church, 2781 N. County Road 500E, Columbus. The church will host a supper featuring baked turkey and dressing, gravy, noodles, green beans, cranberry relish/applesauce, rolls, drinks and desserts. Cost: $10 per adult; $5 for ages 5 to 12; free for those under 4. Carry-outs will be available in the annex on the northeast side of the church. Information: 812-546-4065; 812-603-8378; 812-372-3575.
TRY HOCKEY FOR FREE, 10:15 to 11:45 a.m. Nov. 4, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Free equipment to use. To register: tryhockeyforfree.com; enter zip code 47201.
WINE-A-REE, 1-6 p.m. Nov. 4, The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus, wine, beer and spirits tasting festival that benefits the Hoosier Trails Council of Boy Scouts of America, which serves Bartholomew, Jackson, Decatur and Jennings counties. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. New this year: VIP tasting from noon to 1 p.m. VIP tickets are $45 and are limited. Tickets available at Viewpoint Bookstore and the Visitors Center in Columbus, Jackson County Visitors Center and This Old Guitar Store in Seymour, Village Lights Bookstore in Madison, and Levenstein’s in Greensburg, as well as hoosiertrailsbsa.org. The event will include a silent auction. Information: 800-844-6809 or the Wine-A-Ree Facebook page.
HOOSIER PRO WRESTLING CHEER FUND BENEFIT, 7 p.m. Nov. 4, Bartholomew County 4-H Fairgrounds, 750 W. County Road 200S, Columbus. The 19-year anniversary show and Columbus Firemen’s Cheer Fund Toy Drive. See nine matches and bring a new toy or more to help the Firemen help kids in need at Christmas. Bell at 7:45 p.m., tickets, $13 for adults, kids 4 and under are free.
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.
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Nov. 4, Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 7850 W. Goeller Road, Columbus. Support several local artists and direct-sales vendors of pottery, jewelry, photography, baked goods, chocolates and more.
37th ANNUAL TWELVE DAMES OF CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Nov. 11, Bartholomew County Fairgrounds, 750 W. County Road 200S, Columbus, in Community Building. Register for door prizes.
THIRD ANNUAL HOOSIER TRAILS 5K RUN/WALK, 10 a.m. Nov. 11, Ceraland Park cross country course, 3989 S. County Road 525E, Columbus. Event is to promote physical fitness, high adventure and community awareness. Proceeds benefit the Hoosier Trails Council of Boy Scouts of America. Registration open from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. The public is welcome. Prizes awarded to the top three male and female finishers. Cost: $20 advance registration fee includes commemorative patch. Race day registration is $30. To register any pay in advance or for more information: hoosiertrails5k.org.
FOOD SECURITY: A GLOBAL PEACEMAKING WORK, 4 p.m. Nov. 11, First Presbyterian Church, 512 Seventh St., Columbus. Free lecture by former Senator Richard G. Lugar, president of the nonprofit organization The Lugar Center. Open to everyone. Information: 317-846-2091; [email protected].
18th ANNUAL WHITE CREEK BASKET BINGO, 5:30 p.m. Nov. 10, White Creek Lutheran School, 16270 S. County Road 300W, Columbus. Tickets are $25 at the door and will include 20 bingo games. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and bingo will start at 6:30 p.m. A raffle will be held for various prizes and refreshments will be served. Profits go towards the seventh- and eighth-grade field trip to Chicago. Information: 812-342-6832.
NATIONAL FAMILY WEEK EVENTS at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 719 Fifth St., and Columbus Skateland, 2660 N. Talley Road, Columbus. Scheduled: Columbus Families Got Talent, 7 p.m. Nov. 10, church gymnasium; Recognition Event, 7 p.m. Nov. 17, church chapel; Roller Skating Event with free admission by presenting a family picture, 1 and 7 p.m. Nov. 25, Columbus Skateland. Information: Judy Lifferth, 812-342-1552.
DEJA VU ART AND FINE CRAFT SHOW, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 11, The Commons, intersection of Third and Washington streets, Columbus. The show, held in celebration of America Recycles Day, features 70 artists who creatively re-purpose materials to create their work. Some of the arts and fine crafts include fiber arts, leatherwork, mosaic, sculpture, weaving and woodworking. Kidscommons staff members will provide free children’s art activities from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. Information: 812-376-2539; facebook.com/DejaVuArtAndFineCraftShow/.
20th ANNUAL HOLIDAY CREATIONS CRAFT SHOW & SALE, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 11, Donner Center, 739 22nd St., Columbus. Fee of $30 includes a booth with three 6-foot tables and chairs. Please indicate when registering what type of items you are selling and if you have electrical needs. No flea market or garage sale type items. Registration deadline is Nov. 8 or until maximum enrollment has been met. To register, call 812-376-2680, stop by Donner Center or visit columbusparksandrec.com. Admission to the public on Nov. 11 is free. Sponsored by the Columbus Parks and Recreation Department.
THE BABOUSHKA AND THE SNOW CHILD, presented by Fairy Tale Musical Theatre, 2:30 p.m. Nov. 12, The Pixy Theatre, 111 S. Walnut St. in Edinburgh. The original musical production for all ages examines the pain of loss for several characters and how they cope with seasons of grief before finding a healthy way to move forward. Admission consists of donations of any amount that go for the upkeep of the Pixy. Information: Cecile Beavin, 812-988-6854.
NATIVE AMERICAN CULTURAL PROGRAMS, 6:30 p.m. Nov. 13, 15, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Nov. 13: Naomi Last Horse, a Lakota speaker, will introduce the 2015 documentary film “Rising Voices” and answer questions after the showing. Nov. 15: “Legacy of the Navajo Code Talkers.” Navajo fine artist Teddy Draper Jr. will speak about the experiences of his father, Teddy Draper Sr., who worked as a World War II Navajo “code talker.”
PARENT DAUGHTER HAIR TIME WITH GRATEFUL DAD BRAIDS, 6:30 p.m. Nov. 14, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus, and 6:30 p.m. Nov. 16 at the Hope Branch, Greenwood-based Grateful Dad Braids will conduct sessions, limited to 15 girls and their dad, mom, grandparent, etc., and require registration at mybcpl.org under Events. Grateful Dad Braids offers easy-to-learn braiding classes to encourage relationship building between parents and their daughters.
AG-STRAVAGANZA, 6-8 p.m. Nov. 16, Bartholomew County Fairgrounds, Community Building, businesses from various ag industries, ag-based clubs and schools that offer an ag major will set up booths and talk to attendees about what they do and answer any questions people have for them. Senior project for Cassandra Claycamp.
COMMUNITY CAST-A-WAYS GARAGE SALE, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 18, Donner Center, 739 22nd St., Columbus. Booth space includes up to three 6-foot tables and chair. Cost: $27 per booth space. For ages 18 and older. Please indicate when registering if you need electric access. Set-up time is 7 to 8:45 a.m. the day of the sale. To register, call 812-376-2680, stop by Donner Center or visit columbusparksandrec.com.
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. Fox 59 TV reporter and Columbus native Kyle Inskeep will serve as master of ceremonies. Doors open at 5 p.m. and 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, free photo booth and more. 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 Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive. Cost: $15 per individual; $55 per adult team.
VICTORIAN SPLENDOR: HOLIDAYS AT THE HENRY BREEDING HOME, Dec. 1-3, Henry Breeding Home, guests will experience carolers on the lawn, music in the house, horse-drawn carriage rides, toys and other items belonging to the family, a display of crèches from the private collection of Mrs. Xenia Miller, holiday crafts activities for children, storytelling, Father Christmas and a display of model trains in the barn. Children ages 12 and under admitted free when accompanied by an adult 5-9 p.m. Dec. 1. Proceeds benefit youth programs presented by the Bartholomew County Historical Society. Tickets are $10 for BCHS members, $12 for adults and $5 for children 3-12. Children under 3 admitted free. Advance tickets are available at the History Center or at the event. Information: bartholomewhistory.org or 812-372-3541.
Galleries, museums & exhibits
EXHIBIT COLUMBUS temporary art and architecture installations at various Modernist structures around downtown and elsewhere, free through Nov. 26, organized by Landmark Columbus. Information and locations: landmarkcolumbus.org.
IN THE BEGINNING, art exhibit for Bob Burris’ work, Wellconnect, 237 Washington St. in Columbus, free.
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., Columbus. Featured: “Indiana Disasters” 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. 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. The Research Center is open from 10 a.m. to noon Mondays and Wednesdays and by appointment. 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. 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.
