Kids and teens
November and Beyond
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: after-school movie, 3:30 p.m., Nov. 30; Crazy 8’s Club Grades 3-5, 6:30 p.m. Dec. 5, 12; DIY for Teens: Cookie & Ornament Decorating, 3-5 p.m. Dec. 4 Reading Time with Lottie Ages 5-12 3:45 p.m. Dec. 4, 18; Teens Supporting Teens 6:30 p.m. Dec. 4, 11; Jr. Milk & Cookies Storytime Ages 1-2, 6:30 p.m. Dec. 4, 11, 18; Milk & Cookies Storytime Ages 3-8, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4, 11, 18; 3’s–5’s Storytime, 10 a.m. Dec. 5, 12, 19; DIY for Teens at Hope: Cookie & Ornament Decorating, 2:45-4 p.m. Dec. 5; French Storytime Ages 0-5, 4 p.m., Dec. 5, 19; French Storytime Ages 5 and up, 4:30 p.m. Dec. 5, 19; Puppet Making Workshop Grades 2-6, 6:30 p.m. Dec. 5, 12, 19; 1’s & 2’s Storytime, 10 a.m. Dec. 6, 13, 20; 3’s – 5’s Storytime, 11 a.m. Dec. 6, 13, 20; Coder Dojo Classic Ages 7-17, 4-5 p.m. Dec. 6; Holidays Around the World Grades K-2, 4 p.m. Dec. 6, 20; 1’s & 2’s Storytime, 10 a.m. Dec. 7, 14, 21; Just For Babies Storytime 0-13 months, 11 a.m. Dec. 7, 14, 21; 12 Days of Stories Ages 2-6, 1 p.m., Dec. 7-8, 11-15, 18-22; Holidays Around the World Grades 3-6, 4 p.m., Dec. 7, 14, 21; Full STEAM Ahead Grades K-2, 6:30 p.m. Dec. 7, 14, 21. Register for events at mybcpl.org under “events.” Information: 812-379-1255.
FALL FESTIVAL OF EXOTIC ANIMALS, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 2:30-5:30 p.m. Nov. 30, Zoo’Opolis Exotic Petting Zoo, 12696 W. County Road 50S, Columbus. Visitors can interact with more than 35 species. Facility open year-round Thursdays through Sundays (closed Mondays and Tuesdays). Information: 812-764-4980; zoo-opolisexoticpettingworld.com.
COOKIES WITH SANTA, 5-7 p.m. Dec. 1, Mainsource Bank, 1130 E. Tipton St., Seymour; and 5-7 p.m. Dec. 8, Mainsource Bank Brownstown, 1051 W. Spring St., Brownstown. Donate toys to help community children. Toys will be donated to Sertoma of Jackson County.
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. Children should wear their holiday best for a fashion show. Cost: $24 per mother/daughter pair; $12 for each additional child or adult. 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.
WHOVILLE SKATE, 1-3 p.m. Dec. 22, Hamilton Center Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Skate with The Grinch in Whoville. Cost: $4.50 for adults; $4 for kids. Free for kids 4 and under. There is a $2 skate/skooter rental. Information: 812-376-2686.
HOLIDAY AT THE FARM, 7:30-9:30 p.m. through Dec. 23, Shireman Homestead, 7060 W. County Road 200N, Columbus. Santa will be visiting Shireman Homestead every Friday and Saturday through Dec. 23. Admission: $7. Information: shiremanhomestead.com.
PRINCESS TEA, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 28, Hamilton Center Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Dress as your favorite Disney princess, have tea and cookies, make a crown and skate with the Hamilton Center princess. Cost: $15 per princess, ages 4 to 12.
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.
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, noon to 4 p.m. 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. From 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 5 and 15 introducing children to STEAM concepts with activities and experiments. Pizza provided. 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 due at registration.
TOTAL BRAIN HEALTH, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. Classes by Cynthia Green through Summerville Fellowship at the Pitman Institute for Aging Well. Cost: $20; scholarships available. 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 process of turning locally-grown grains into Indiana handcrafted whiskey. Learn history of whiskey making and moonshining in Brown County. Cost: $6 per person, includes samples.
GET WalkIN, daily through Dec. 4. Email-based walking program offered through Purdue Extension in Bartholomew. Participants can sign-up, walk on their own and receive e-mailed support. Any resident of the county 18 years and older may enroll. Information: 812-379-1665; extension.purdue.edu/bartholomew. To register: eventbrite.com/e/get-walkin-tickets-37227024031.
Music
November and Beyond
FRIDAYS@FIRST, First United Methodist Church Sanctuary, 618 Eighth St., Columbus. Scheduled: Community Carol Sing, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 1. Doors open 30 minutes before each presentation.
LITTLE HOPE OPRY OF WILLOW LEAVES, 326 Jackson St., Hope, 7 to 10 p.m. Dec. 2. Traditional and classic country music by the Willow Leaves House Band and special guests. Food available. No smoking or alcohol allowed. Admission: $10. Special guests Andy & Hank, Dec. 2. Information, reservations: [email protected] and 812-546-0640.
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 adult always free. Information: csoindiana.org/tickets.
MUSIC AT FIRST PRESBYTERIAN, 3 p.m. Dec. 3, First Presbyterian Church, Seventh and Franklin streets. Lessons and Carols service featuring traditional Christmas scripture, carols and anthems, sung by the church’s adult choir. Admission free; an offering will be taken. Child care on request, call 812-372-3783.
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: “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.
COLUMBUS CITY BAND: “Sounds of the Season” and “Christmas Classics” 2 p.m. Dec 10 at Central Christian Church in Seymour; “Winter Concert”: 2 p.m. Feb. 25 at The Commons; “Spring Concert”: 2 p.m. April 29, The Commons.
QMIX CHRISTMAS MUSICAL FIREWORKS SHOW, 7:15 p.m. Dec. 2., Second and Washington Streets, downtown Columbus. Follows the Festival of Lights Parade. Show features choreographed-to-Christmas music fireworks. Free hot chocolate and cookies. Children can pose for free pictures with Santa following the parade and fireworks. Easterling Entertainment will twist balloons.
STRINGS CLASS CONCERT, 6:30 p.m., Dec. 4, Columbus North High School, 1400 25th St. Philharmonic Strings Class Concert featuring the PYO and Philharmonic Strings Classes at CSA Fodrea, CSA Lincoln, Clifty Creek, Mt. Healthy, Parkside, Richards, Rockcreek, Schmitt, Smith, Southside and Taylorsville schools.
WINTER’S GLOW CONCERT, 7 p.m. Dec. 8, Westside Community Church, 124 Tipton Lakes Blvd., Columbus. Get into the spirit of the season with an evening of holiday music from the Columbus Indiana Children’s Choir, featuring percussionist Kesley Reis. Cost: $5. Performing choirs: Concert, Descant, Prep. Tickets: 317-940-9640 or icchoir.org/winters-glow.
ROCKIN’ CHRISTMAS IN NASHVILLE, 8:30-11:30 p.m., Dec. 9, Brown County Inn, 51 State Road 46 East, Nashville. Features the Dan Kirk band.
Theater
EDINBURGH PIXY THEATRE, 111 S. Walnut St., Edinburgh. Upcoming events: 7 p.m. Dec. 1, “Happy Christmas with Granny”; Night Owl Country Band, 7 p.m. Dec. 2; 7-8:30 p.m. Dec. 8, Line Dancing Lessons, $5 fee; 7 p.m., Dec. 9, Mason’s Eagle Scout dinner (third floor). Most shows at 7 p.m. Most ticket prices are $10, excluding special events. Information: TheEdinburghPixy.com, 812-526-6513.
ROYAL-OFF-THE-SQUARE THEATRE, 121 W. Walnut St., Brownstown. Productions presented by Jackson County Community Theatre. Scheduled: “Babes in Toyland,” Dec. 1-3, 8-10; “Almost, Maine,” dinner theater at The Pines in Seymour, Feb. 16-18, 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.
‘BELIEVE’: A BROWN COUNTY CHRISTMAS TRADITION 2017, through Dec. 23, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Music includes Christmas songs, Broadway classics plus comedy including a finale with Santa Claus. Children 10 and under free with paid adult. Information and tickets: 812-988-6555 and browncountyplayhouse.org.
‘LOVING VINCENT,’ 7-9 p.m. through Dec. 3, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Depicted in oil-painted animation. Young man comes to the last hometown of painter Vincent van Gogh to deliver artist’s final letter and ends up investigating his final days there. Rated PG-13. Info: browncountyplayhouse.org.
‘HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS,’ 1-3 p.m. Dec. 2, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Part of the Brown County Community Foundation “Stuff-A-Stocking” event. Info: browncountyplayhouse.org.
‘A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS’, 7 p.m. Dec. 8 and 2 p.m. Dec. 9, Columbus East High School, 230 S. Marr Road. Adapted from the television special and featuring more than 100 children from across the community. Tickets: $7. For information, contact Sharon Andrews at 812-350-5026 or [email protected].
“THIS WONDERFUL LIFE,” 6 p.m. Dec. 8-9 and 15-16, 1 p.m. Dec. 10 and 17, Willow Leaves of Hope, 326 Jackson St., Hope, tickets: $25 (includes dinner and show). Reservations: 812-546-0640.
“IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: THE RADIO PLAY,” 1940s-era comic drama, 7 p.m. Dec. 15-16 and 22-23 and 3 p.m. Dec. 17 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 24, The Harlequin Theatre, inside FairOaks Mall, 2380 25th St. in Columbus. Tickets, available at brownpapertickets.com, Viewpoint Books, the mall office and at the venue: $15 in advance and $20 at the door for adults and $10 for students at the door. Cash bar available. Information: 812-343-4597 or theharlequintheatre.com.
DANCE INDIANA HOLIDAY DANCE, 7-10 p.m. Dec. 9, the Commons, 300 Washington St. Columbus, with the Starlighters Big Band, tickets are $25 per person or $10 person just to listen to the band, cash bar, snacks. Tickets sold at the door. Information: [email protected].
RICH HILL’S WORLD OF MAGIC, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 27, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. An all-ages, family-friendly show featuring juggling, balancing and illusion. Tickets, $19.50-$22.50; browncountyplayhouse.org; 812-988-6555
Misc.
November and Beyond
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: Researching the War of 1812, 6 p.m. Nov. 30; French Film Series – “Les Choristes,” 4 p.m. Dec. 1; Tech Review, 1-3:30 p.m. Dec. 3; Yuletide Sing-Along, 6 p.m. Dec. 4; Weave an Angel, 10 am. Dec. 2 – supply fee $9; Classic Movie Matinee, “Holiday Affair,” 1 p.m. Dec. 2; Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group, 4:30-6 p.m. Dec. 5; Meditation, 6:30 p.m. Dec. 5; Dickens of a Christmas, 6:30 p.m Dec. 5; Book Discussion Group: “The Elegance of the Hedgehog,” by Muriel Barbery, 6:30 p.m. Dec. 7; Celebrating the Holidays When You Don’t Feel Like Celebrating, 6:30 p.m. Dec. 7. Register for events at mybcpl.org under “events.” Information: 812-379-1255.
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. Nov. 30, program starts at 6, at The Commons, 300 Washington St. in Columbus. Program supports health programming in southern Indiana and 5 HIV-AIDS programs — four in Africa and one in Haiti. Tickets: Available at artsforaids.com. Adults $25, students $12, children under 11 free with adult ticket purchase.
EXTENSION SHOWCASE, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Nov. 30, Bartholomew County Fairgrounds, 750 W. County Road 200S. Learn about Purdue Extension and its work. Those 18 years or older may vote for Extension board members. Outstanding Service to Extension Award presented at 6.
40TH ANNUAL BROWN COUNTY CHILDREN’S AUCTION, 6 to 11:30 p.m. Dec. 1, Out of the Ordinary Restaurant & Bar, 61 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Featuring donated art, crafts, antiques, donated items from local merchants, gift certificates for local restaurants, hotels and outside organizations. All proceeds used to purchase clothing for local children in need. Donations may be dropped off at Out of The Ordinary or at PNC Bank. Cash donations can be made at any of the local banks in Nashville. For item pick-up or questions: 812-320-2601.
VICTORIAN SPLENDOR: HOLIDAYS AT THE HENRY BREEDING HOME, Dec. 1-3, Henry Breeding Home, 13730 N. County Road 100W, Edinburgh. 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.
LIVING NATIVITY, 6-8:30 p.m., Dec. 1, St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, 11750 W. County Road 930S, Waymansville. Free refreshments will be served in the parish hall. All are welcome.
DRIVE-THRU LIVING NATIVITY, 6:30 p.m. Dec. 1, 3, Bible Church of Columbus, 3010 E. 10th St., Columbus. Guests will be able to drive through 10 scenes which depict the story of Jesus, with a primary focus on the Christmas story; event features a live cast and live animals.
YELLOW TRAIL MUSEUM CHRISTMAS HOMES TOUR, 6-9 p.m. Dec. 1, Yellow Trail Museum, 644 Main St., Hope. Self-guided tour to five decorated homes and a business in Hope area, and a snack stop at the museum. Tickets available at the Yellow Trail starting at 5 p.m. Tickets $10. Information: 812-371-7969 or 812-546-8020.
BREAKFAST WITH THE ANGELS, 9 to 10:30 a.m. Dec. 2, First Baptist Church of Columbus, 3300 Fairlawn Drive. Free. Crafts, cookie decorating, photo booth, candy cane hunt and interactive telling of the story of Jesus’ birth.
HOLIDAY FUN RUN, 7:30 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. race begins, Dec. 2, Foundation For Youth, 405 Hope Ave., Columbus. The timed run/walk will begin at Foundation for Youth and head along Central Avenue to City Hall before returning to FFY. Registration: $20-$25 at foundationforyouth.com/programs/fitness.
UNIVERSAL HOLIDAY MARKET, starts at 9 a.m. Dec. 2, Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 7850 W. Goeller Road, Columbus. Market featuring homemade items made by church members and friends from other religious faiths and non-profit organizations, selling items that benefit causes and various types of art.
COLUMBUS CITY FARMERS MARKET, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dec. 2 to March 31, Fair Oaks Mall, 2380 25th St., Columbus. Fresh produce and meat; artisan breads, sweets, jellies, herbs, spices; Christmas greenery, flowers and plants. Visit with local authors.
HUMANE SOCIETY BAKE AND GIFT SALE, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dec. 2, FairOaks Mall, 2380 25th St., Columbus. Near Carson’s. Baked goods and gifts for people and pets. Donations accepted for medical needs for shelter animals.
HOOSIER PRO WRESTLING AND FIREMEN’S CHEER FUND TOY DRIVE 2, 8-10:30 p.m., Dec. 2, Bartholomew County Fairgrounds, 750 W. County Road 200S, Columbus. HPW Wrestling presents seven matches with four titles on the line. Firemen’s Cheer Fund Toy Drive continues; fans are asked to bring new or gently used toys to help kids at Christmas. Tickets $12; kids 4 and under free.
PET PHOTO NIGHT, 6 p.m. Dec. 3, FairOaks Mall, 2380 25th St., Columbus, to benefit Bartholomew County Humane Society. Dog or cat owners can get tickets at the FairOaks Mall office or The Bartholomew County Humane Society, 4115 E. County Road 200S. For a $10 donation to the Bartholomew County Humane Society, pet owners will receive a 5 x 7 digital photo.
HUMANE SOCIETY CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE FOR THE ANIMALS, 1:30 p.m. Dec. 10, Bartholomew County Humane Society Shelter, 4415 E. County Road 200S, Columbus. Public Christmas celebration with a blessing of animals at 2 p.m. by Father Clem Davis. Harpist Erzsebet Gaal will provide music entertainment. Refreshments will be available. Information: bartholomewhumane.org.
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY BEEKEEPERS MEETING, 6:30 p.m. Dec. 20, The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus. A meeting for local beekeepers, and others who are interested in bees and beekeeping.
LEARN TO PLAY HOCKEY, 3:15 p.m. Dec. 26-29, Hamilton Center Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Cost: $5 per person ages 4 to 12. Free equipment is available to use. Registration not required.
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.
Galleries, museums & exhibits
WINTER IN THE UPLANDS, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 2, Brown County Art Gallery, 1 Artists Drive, Nashville. Winter market featuring art, wine tasting, holiday shopping with Indiana Uplands Wine Trail’s nine wineries.
GUGLIELMO BOTTER EXHIBIT: ‘THE VIEW FROM TREVISO, DRAWINGS OF COLUMBUS, INDIANA,’ through 2017, Gallery 506, Columbus Visitors Center, 506 Fifth St. Series of pen-and-ink drawings created following Botter’s two previous visits to Columbus, during which he sketched and photographed a variety of community landmarks, and many of the Exhibit Columbus installations. Information: [email protected], 812-378-2622.
IN THE BEGINNING, free art exhibit for Bob Burris’ work, WellConnect, 237 Washington St. in Columbus.
HEALTHY COMMUNITIES BREAST FEEDING COALITION 2017 ART EXHIBIT, WellConnect, 237 Washington St., Columbus. Highlighting the work of local photographer Angela Jackson. Free.
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 of 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 heritage. The Research Center open 10 a.m. to noon Mondays and Wednesdays and by appointment. The museum visitor information center hours 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. For appointments to visit other times, call 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 are welcome. 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, 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.
