Kids and teens
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: 1’2 and 2’s Storytime 10 a.m. Oct. 11, 17, 18, 24; Just for Babies Story Times: 0-13 Months, 11 a.m. Oct. 11, 18; Let’s Get Craftin’ Ages 3-4, 9 a.m. Oct. 13, 20; Let’s Get Craftin’ Ages 5-7, 10 a.m. Oct. 13, 20; 3’s to 5’s Storytime, 10 a.m. Oct. 16, 23; Crazy 8’s Club Grades K-2, 4 p.m. Oct. 17, 24; Crazy 8’s Grades 3-5, 4 p.m. Oct. 11, 18; Reading Time with Lottie Ages 5-12, 3:45 p.m. Oct. 15, 22; Milk & Cookies Junior Storytime Ages 1-2, 6 p.m. Oct. 15, 22; Milk & Cookies Storytime Ages 3-8, 6 p.m. Oct. 15, 22; Teen Book Club: Steampunk, 4 p.m. Oct. 15; Teen Gaming, 6 p.m. Oct. 15; Teen STEAM at Hope, 2:45 p.m. Oct. 16; Put a Monster on It for Teens, 3 p.m. Oct. 16; Full STEAM Ahead Grades K-2, 4:30 p.m. Oct. 16; Full STEAM Ahead Grades 3-6, 5:30 p.m. Oct. 16; Hogwarts for Muggles – Lumos! 3:30 p.m. Oct. 17; Teen Dungeons and Dragons, 5 p.m. Oct. 18; Toddler Time at Hope, 10 a.m. Oct. 19; Eat for Cheap for Teens: Apple Cider Floats, 3:30 p.m. Oct. 19; Teen Service Hour Day, noon to 2 p.m. Oct. 20; Preschool STEAM, 10:30 a.m. Oct. 22; Coder Dojo Grades 2-8 4:30 p.m. and Oct. 23 Coder Dojo Grades 7-12, 4:30 p.m. Oct. 23. Register for events at mybcpl.org under “events.” Information: 812-379-1255.
FRANKENCRAYON DRIVE, through Oct. 31, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Part of the Community Book Read. Collecting unwanted crayons. Bring them to the library and put them in the special Frankencrayon container in the Children’s Department. They will be recycled and made into new crayons by the Crayon Initiative.
FALL TINKERGARTEN COURSE, 10:30 a.m. Oct. 14, 17, 21, 24, Mill Race Park, 50 Carl Miske Drive, Columbus. Visit tinkergarten.com/classes/all/47203 to find the right class. Outdoor, play-based, education for children 18 months to 8 years old.
FALL BREAK PUBLIC SESSION, 1-3 p.m. through Oct. 12, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Scheduled: Oct. 8 – Crazy Hair Day: Have crazy hair, receive free skate rental; Oct. 9 – Cosmic Skate; Oct. 10 – Sports Day: Wear favorite sports attire, receive free skate rental; Oct. 11 – ’80s Skate: Wear best ’80s garb, receive free skate rental; Oct. 12- Pajama Skate: Wear favorite warm PJs, receive free skate rental. Admission $4 for kids, $4.50 for adults; $2 for skate rental. Information: 812-376-2686.
FLIP AND DIP, 1-3 p.m. Oct. 12, Columbus Gymnastics Center, 405 Hope Ave., Columbus. "Flip” in the Columbus Gymnastics Center, then “dip” in the Foundation for Youth pool. Program is for ages 14 and under. Parent supervision is required. Bring your suit and towel for the pool. Cost is $10 per child. No refunds. To register: Visit Columbus Gymnastics Center/Foundation for Youth at 405 Hope Ave. weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.; by phone at 812-376-2545 with Visa or MasterCard during business hours; or online at columbusparksandrec.com.
PRINCESS TEA, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Oct. 11, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Come dressed as your favorite Disney princess, have tea and cookies, make your own crown, and skate with our very own Hamilton Center princess. For ages 4-12. Cost $15 per princess. Limit of 15. Register online at columbusparksandrec.com or call 812-376-2686.
FRANK EINSTEIN MONSTER MASH-UP AND PARTS PARTY GRADES 3-6, 3:30 p.m. Oct. 12, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Celebrate our children’s community book read, "Frank Einstein!" Share favorite part of the book, use “parts” (old toys and craft supplies) to create monsters and robots. Pick up a free copy of the book while supplies last. Register at mybcpl.org under Events.
TRICK OR TREAT TALES, 6:30-8 p.m. Oct. 12, Donner Center, 739 22nd St., Columbus. An evening of not-so-scary Halloween tales and songs. After the show we’ll make a craft or two, play a game, win some prizes. Snacks will also be served. All children must be accompanied by an adult. No pre-registration required. Pay admission fee of $1 per person at the door.
GIRLS ONLY: TRY HOCKEY FOR FREE, 10:45 a.m. Oct. 13, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. For girls ages 4-12. Free equipment available. No registration required. Arrive 30 minutes early to get geared up. Information: 812-376-2686.
FRANK N. SCRIBBLE BOTTS, 4-5 p.m. Oct. 19, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Create a Scribble Bot that makes art. Ties into Community Book Read of "Frankenstein," and children’s book selections "Frankencrayon" and "Frank Einstein and the Antimatter Motor."
HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST, 2-4 p.m. Oct. 28, Donner Center, 739 22nd St., Columbus. Children ages up to 12 are invited to show off their Halloween creativity in costumes. Numbers for judging will be passed out beginning at 1:30 p.m. The contest for ages up to 5 will begin at 2 p.m. A contest for ages 6-12 will begin at approximately 3 p.m. All participants will receive a ribbon and a treat bag. First- through third-place prizes will be awarded in a variety of categories in each age group. A “Best in Contest” winner will also be chosen for each age group. Crafts will be available from 2 to 3:30 p.m. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Music, live performances
‘THE HALLELUJAH GIRLS,’ 7 p.m. Oct. 12-13; 2 p.m. Oct. 14, Willow Leaves Theatre, 326 Jackson St., Hope. Actors Studio of Hope and Willow Leaves present play about feisty women from Georgia who decide to shake up their lives. Doors open 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6; play at 7. Sundays doors open 12:30 p.m., dinner at 1, play at 2. Tickets $25 per person; includes salad bar, dinner, dessert and play. Reservations: 812-546-0640.
JENN CRISTY AND ERIC BROWN, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Oct. 11, 18, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Spotlighting the ’60s and ’70s featuring Jenn Cristy and Eric Brown and their full band.
‘THE BIRTH OF ROCK N’ ROLL,’ 7:30 p.m. Oct. 12, 19, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, Ray Charles, Johnny Cash, Little Richard, Jerry Lee Lewis and Buddy Holly are represented in the powerhouse cast of Birth of Rock.
DYLAN: THE TIMES ARE STILL A CHANGIN,’ 7:30 p.m. Oct. 13, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Michael Schulbaum brings Dylan’s legacy to the stage in this concert.
FRIDAYS@ FIRST, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 618 Eighth St., Columbus. Scheduled: Oct. 19, Arkady Orlovsky, Cello and Tamara Orlovsky, Piano; Nov. 30, 7:30 p.m., Celebrate the Season — First United Methodist Church Music Ministry; Dec. 14, The Burchfield Brothers with vocalist, Mark Murphy.
DINNER WITH LIVE MUSIC, 6 to 9 p.m., Oct. 20, Willow Leaves Theatre, 326 Jackson St., Hope. Beginning 6 p.m. all-you-can-eat fried fish and chicken dinner with salad, potato, drink and dessert. Live music at 7. Tickets: $25. Reservations: 812-546-0640.
COMMUNITY BAND CONCERT, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 20, Nashville United Methodist Church, 36 S. Jefferson St., Nashville. A night of music, including concert and dance band arrangements. Fundraising event; donations accepted. No tickets necessary. Conducted by director Shawn Bentz.
DURUFLE’S REQUIEM AND ENIGMA VARIATIONS, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 20, First Christian Church, 531 Fifth St., Columbus. Duruflé’s "Requiem" performed featuring Philharmonic Chorus in First Christian Church with the organ joining the orchestra. Elgar’s "Enigma Variations" is romp through musical depictions of Elgar’s friends. Tickets $20 to $45. Information: 812-376-2638; thecip.org.
WORKING CLASS HEROES, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 20, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. This concert includes many of the great rockers who gave a voice to those shared working class values like Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, John Mellencamp, Creedence Clearwater Revival and Bob Seger.
ANDREWS STRINGS STUDIO RECITAL-STUDENTS OF LAURA ANDREWS, 6 p.m. Oct. 24, Red Room in Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Public invited to violin recital performed by The Andrews Strings Studio, comprised of 20 students from ages 10 to 18. Incorporates two chamber groups and each student performing his/her own solo.
NIGHT OWL HALLOWEEN CONCERT AND LIVE DVD RECORDING, 7-9:30 p.m. Oct. 26, The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus. Night Owl Country Band hosting Halloween live DVD recording of album "Here To Somewhere." General admission tickets $10 at nightowlcb.com, or reserve table of eight for $75 by calling 812-375-4330. Food for sale by Special Dogs and More. Adult beverages for sale by Riverfront Taproom.
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN MUSIC SERIES, 3 p.m. Oct. 28, First Presbyterian Church, Seventh and Franklin streets, Columbus. The Butler University Chorale, under direction of Columbus’ Eric Stark, singing a pre-China tour program. Free; offering taken. Information: 812-372-3783.
COLUMBUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 2018-19 SEASON, 3:30 p.m., various dates, The Commons, 300 Washington St. unless otherwise listed. Scheduled through 2018: Oct. 21, "Poise, Passion and Power;" Dec. 2, "A CSO Holiday (free admission); tickets: $5 to $40; www.csoindiana.org.
WEDNESDAY OPEN MIC, 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesdays, Brown County Inn, 51 State Road 46 East, Nashville. Hosted by local musicians David Sisson and Jason Blankenship in the CornCrib Lounge. Food and drinks, with live music from singers, songwriters and performers.
Seasonal
TRICK-OR-TREAT TALES, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 12, Donner Center, 739 22nd St., Columbus. Evening of not-so-scary Halloween tales and songs. After show make a craft, play a game, win prizes. Snacks served. Children must be accompanied by adult. No pre-registration required. Cost $1 per person at door.
LOG CABIN DAY, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 13, Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge, 3 miles east of Seymour on U.S. 50. Featuring pioneer crafts, demonstrations, storytelling, live music, and free ham and bean cooked over an open fire. Information: 812-216-0270.
BROWN COUNTY HANDMADE MARKET, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 13, Parkview Church of the Nazarene (and annex), 1750 State Road 46 East, Nashville. More than 80 indoor and outdoor booths with artisans selling one-of-a-kind handmade and up-cycled creations, plus food booths, a silent auction, a photo booth and free kids activities. Details: bchandmademarket.com or facebook.com/bchandmademarket.
FALL ACTIVITIES, 7 ip.m. Oct. 20, 21, Whipker’s Market, 5190 S. U.S. 31, Columbus. Hayrides to the pumpkin patch, children’s corn maze, Farmer Alan pumpkin, and pony rides. Plus a free children’s play area.
REEVES FESTIVAL: POWERING THE PAST, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Oct. 27, Henry Breeding Farm, 13730 W. County Road 100N, Edinburgh. Experience Bartholomew County history while enjoying a day in country. Barbecue pork and chicken with traditional side dishes; wine and beer; home tours; activities for adults and children. Music by Banister Family Bluegrass Band. Tickets $10 for BCHS members, $12 for adults and $5 for children 3-12. Children under 3 free. Buy advance tickets at History Center; or buy ticket at event. Information: bartholomewhistory.org or call 812-372-3541.
DEEPOTSAV 2018, noon to 3 p.m. Oct. 28, The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus. Diwali, the Indian festival of lights. It’s all about celebration with music, art, food, splendid decor — the complete Diwali experience. Tickets: columbusganesh.com; facebook.com/events/278893796054992/.
FLINTWOOD OUTDOOR MARKET, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. first Saturday of each month through October, Flintwood Wesleyan Church, 5300 25th St., Columbus. Information: flintwood.org.
Talks, lectures
DEALING WITH DIFFICULT SITUATIONS: A MODERN BUDDHIST PERSPECTIVE, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 11, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Session leader Tom Mitchell, a Modern Buddhist teacher from Kadampa Meditation Center Bloomington, presents a practical series of ways to transform adversity that can be applied by everyone, whether Buddhist or not.
AFRICAN PENGUIN, 11 a.m. Oct. 13, Bartholomew County Public Library Hope branch, 635 Harrison St.; 2 p.m. Oct. 13, Columbus branch, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Meet an African Penguin from Newport Aquarium. Aquarium staff brings animal artifacts, discusses everything penguin. Limited to 100 at main library. Tickets available at the children’s desk beginning at 1:30.
HUMAN LIBRARY, 1-5 p.m. Oct. 20, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Reserve a 20- to 30- minute dialog session with a "human book." Learn about their experiences and life stories. The Human Library is a place where real people are on loan to readers, where difficult questions are expected appreciated and answered.
MANUFACTURING COLLEGE AND CAREER EXPO, 5:30-8 p.m., Oct. 22, Faurecia Clean Mobility, Building 2, 950 W. County Road 450S, Columbus. Area parents, educators, and students in Grades 7-9 invited in support of National Manufacturing Month. Free food, prizes and tour facilities to learn what modern manufacturing is like; what local manufacturers make, jobs available; skills and educational/vocational paths necessary.
MONSTER MASH: THE SCIENCE BEHIND MONSTER LEGENDS, 6 p.m. Oct. 22, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Zombies, vampires, werewolves, demons, Frankenstein: what are the origins of these monsters? Presentation by professor William Sullivan from Indiana University School of Medicine as he discusses the science behind some of the legends.
TALES FROM THE CRYPT: BODY SNATCHING, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 25, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Director of the Indiana Medical History Museum, Sarah Halter, will talk the history of anatomical education and body snatching in Indiana and the scandals, public outcries and court cases that finally led to change.
A VISIT WITH MARY SHELLEY, 4 p.m. Oct. 27, Willow Leaves, 326 Jackson Street, Hope. Adrienne Provenzano portrays Mary Shelly. One-woman event is opportunity to meet Mary Shelley, author of "Frankenstein."
VET-TO-VET DISCUSSION, 5:10 p.m., Mondays in September and October, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. An hour-long, facilitator-led group discussion with others who have served in the military. Attendees will be able to share problems with fellow veterans who may also be having a similar experience.
Sports, exercise
BROWN COUNTY EPIC MOUNTAIN BIKE FESTIVAL, all day, Oct. 12, Brown County State Park, 1810 State Road 46 East, Nashville. Experience array of cycling-inspired events, resources. Features camping, demonstrations, food trucks, beer garden, group rides, games, raffles, live music, a post-ride barbecue. Proceeds benefit Hoosier Mountain Bike Association. Information: browncounty.com/calendar/event/2017-brown-county-epic-mtb-festival.
SKATE AND SCARE, 7-9 p.m. Oct. 27, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Haunted maze on the small ice, public skating on the large ice, crafts, candy. Cost $7; includes skate rental.
Fundraisers, non-profits
TEEN AND TWEEN BOOK SALE, through October, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. In the on-going Book Sale Area -Teen & Tween for Halloween – buy one book get two free. Open during library hours.
15th ANNUAL KIWANIS INCREDIBLE DUCK SPLASH, noon, Oct. 13, Mill Race Park, 50 Carl Miske Drive, Columbus. Kiwanis clubs in Columbus provide free entertainment for kids. Main event: release of thousands of rubber ducks at 12:30 p.m. into Round Lake. Sponsored ducks "compete" for cash, prizes. Winners announced at 2 p.m. Ducks available for adoption from any local Kiwanis member, at Midwest Computer Solutions, from any participating “Duck Buddy” youth organization listed at kducks.com. One duck costs $5. Proceeds benefit local youth organizations, community service projects conducted by local Kiwanis clubs.
COLUMBUS AREA DOWN SYNDROME SUPPORT GROUP BUDDY WALK, noon to 3 p.m., Oct. 13, Donner Park, 22nd Street, Columbus. Proceeds support advocacy efforts of National Down Syndrome Society, The Arc of Bartholomew County. Funds raised support Bartholomew, Brown & Jennings Special Olympics, the Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation’s annual transition conference for individuals with disabilities pursuing post-secondary training or employment opportunities. Funds from Buddy Walk used to fund social, recreational activities for individuals with Down Syndrome and their families. Registration 10:30 a.m.; walk at noon. Food, entertainment follow.
FALL CHARITY BOOK SALE, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 14, Nashville United Methodist Church, 36 S. Jefferson St., Nashville. Many hundreds of books, 100 percent donated; 30 percent hardcover; sorted, not picked over, no buyer restrictions; 50 cents-$2; vintage, lots of children’s and teens, adult fiction and non-fiction, most in good-to-new condition credit cards accepted.
FIFTH ANNUAL FRIENDSHIP WHEELS FAMILY BIKE RIDE, 1-4 p.m. Oct. 20, Columbus Fire Station No. 2, 2376 Arnold St., Columbus. Three-mile trail around Blackwell Park leaving Columbus Fire Station 1; starts 1 p.m. Benefit for Columbus Firemen’s Cheer Fund. Cost: $6 per person. Register: signmeup.com event Friendship Wheels.
ST. PETER EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH AND PRESCHOOL FISH FRY, 4-7 p.m. Oct. 21, St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church, 11750 W. County Road 930S, Waymansville. All are welcome.
GREAT GIRLS, WONDERFUL WOMEN LUNCHEON, noon to 1:30 p.m., Oct. 23, Foundation For Youth, 405 Hope Ave., Columbus. Opportunity for connection and mentorship. Tickets include a three-course meal prepared by Artisan Foodworks. Keynote address from Elaine Wagner. Proceeds benefit Foundation For Youth General Scholarship Fund. Information: foundationforyouth.com/calendar/view_event/177.
Miscellaneous
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: Book Discussion: ‘Frankenstein,’ 10 a.m. Oct. 11, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 15; Bartholomew County Writers Group, 6 p.m. Oct. 11; Purl Jam, 10 a.m. Oct. 13; Columbus Viewfinders Photography Club, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 15; American Sign Language Meet-ups, 10 a.m. Oct.18; ‘Your Money, Your Marriage,’ 6:30 p.m. Oct. 17; Hope Book Discussion, 1 p.m. Oct. 18;Computer Basics at the America and Roby Anderson Community Center, 6 p.m. Oct. 18; Decorative painting, 10 a.m. Sept. 20; "Frankenstein" Book Discussion at University Library of Columubs, 11 a.m. Oct. 22. Register for events at mybcpl.org under “events.”
TECH HELP AT MILL RACE CENTER, 4-6 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays through Oct. 24, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. Columbus North Senior Logan Lay will be holding tech help sessions. Each class will begin with a 30-minute session concepts and technologies, including smartphones, laptops, Facebook, email, internet safety, and basic computer troubleshooting. No appointment is necessary.
COLUMBUS AREA RAILROAD CLUB OPEN HOUSE, with four operating layouts, noon to 4 p.m. third Saturday of the month except in September at the Johnson County Park headquarters building at Camp Atterbury. Information: Greg Harter, 812-350-8636; columbusarea railroadclub.com; or info@columbusarea railroadclub.com.
Films, theater
‘ABBOTT AND COSTELLO MEET FRANKENSTEIN,’ 6 p.m. Oct. 16, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. 1948 comedy was selected for preservation in the National Film Registry. The film is No. 56 on list of the American Film Institute’s 100 Funniest American Movies.
COLUMBUS YES FILM FESTIVAL, all day, Oct. 25-28, Yes Cinema, 328 Jackson St., Columbus. Features over 20 narratives, documentaries and shorts. Films domestic, foreign. Admission $35 for a weekend pass or $7 per film. Information: yesfilmfestival.com, 812-379-1630 or by visiting the Facebook page for YES Film Festival.
IUPUC TENNESSEE WILLIAMS FILM SERIES, 3 p.m. multiple dates, YES Cinema, 328 Jackson St., Columbus. Schedule: Oct. 29, “Summer and Smoke” (starring Laurence Harvey and Geraldine Page tells the story of a young reserved girl who falls for a doctor who lives on the wild side); Nov. 19, “Baby Doll.” Free; open to the public. Information: iupuc.edu/williamsfilmseries.
Food
Chili fest, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 13, North Salem United Methodist Church, 7718 State Road 46 East, Nashville. Chili fest, music will benefit local missions and will include include live music, crafts, homemade pies, desserts and chili. Music will include gospel, country, bluegrass, folk and Appalachian mountain music with the Brown County Dulcimer Group. All proceeds will go to local missions.
FRANKENFOODS, 6 p.m. Oct. 18, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Join Chef Alexa from Artisan Foodworks for a family friendly Frankenfood demonstration of how to make gourmet Halloween foods. Enjoy samples of dishes like sausage octopus and meatball eyes.
SOUP AND SIDES DINNER, 6 p.m. Oct. 19, Old Union United Church of Christ, 12703 N. County Road 50W, Edinburgh. Five homemade soups plus side dishes and desserts will be served. Free-will offering accepted.
A TASTE OF COLUMBUS, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Oct. 25, The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus. Savor the Taste of Columbus, featuring food and beverage samplings from around 30 local restaurants, caterers and distilleries. This is a 21 and over event. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Tickets can be purchased at the Chamber, the Visitors Center, Viewpoint Books and online at columbusareachamber.com
Galleries, museums & exhibits
BACK ROADS OF BROWN COUNTY STUDIO TOUR, 10 a.m. through Oct. 31, Brown County Convention & Visitors Bureau Office, 10 N. Van Buren St., Nashville. Visit artists at working studios every day in October. Meet artists, watch them work, explore their studios, and buy a wide variety of handmade work directly from the artists. Download the free map or pick one up at the Visitors Center in Nashville. Some studio hours vary and are listed on the map. Information: browncounty.com/calendar/event/back-roads-of-brown-county-studio-tour.
COLOR STUDY, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Nov. 2, Columbus Learning Center, 4555 Central Ave., Suite 2100. Works by Kathryn Armstrong, Bobbie K. Owens, Daren Redman, Casey Roberts, Laurie Wright and Lauren Zoll.
BOBBIE K OWENS EXHIBIT, through Nov. 24, Community Arts Gallery & Cultural Space, 411 6th St, Columbus. Dealing with themes of correspondence, travel, and aviation, "Return to Sender" includes playful mixed media works on paper and a site-specific installation featuring miniature airplanes. The artist reception is free and open to everyone. Light bites and drinks will be served.
ARTIST-LED WORKSHOP: GLASSBLOWING WITH LISA PELO, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 20, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 21, area of Washington and Fourth streets, Columbus. Lisa Pelo, artist and owner of Hot Blown Glass, brings her working studio back to downtown Columbus. Sign up for an hour-long time slot to work with Lisa and her assistants. Create a glass pumpkin (Saturday) or an Indiana-shaped glass paperweight (Sunday) on your own after a brief tutorial. Information: artsincolumbus.org.
IU MILLER M. ARCH FACULTY + STAFF EXHIBITION SPOTLIGHT: JENNIFER RILEY AND STEVEN BAKER "FLOOR TO WALL," 1 to 5 p.m. through Oct. 21, IU J. Irwin Miller Architecture Program, 333 Second St., Columbus.
AVENUE OF THE ARCHITECTS, regular library business hours, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. An exhibit of photographs and illustrations about Columbus’ Fifth Street.
WINDOW TO COLUMBUS, Heritage Fund courtyard, 538 Franklin St., Columbus. Small, ongoing exhibit about innovation and design in Columbus.
YELLOW TRAIL MUSEUM DISCUSSION GROUP, 2 p.m. first Sunday of the month. All are welcome to have coffee and join in discussions about various topics from community’s past, including stories about growing up in our community of Hope, Hartsvillle, Clifford or St. Louis Crossing. Free. Questions: 812-371-7969.
YELLOW TRAIL MUSEUM/VISITOR CENTER, west side of Hope Town Square at 644 Main St., Hope. Research center is open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays and by appointment. The museum/visitor information center hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays with extended hours during special events. The museum includes thousands of items donated by members of the community to tell the story of Hope’s heritage. Information: 812-546-8020 or 812-371-7969.
IN THE BEGINNING, free art exhibit for Bob Burris’ work, WellConnect, 237 Washington St. in Columbus.
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.
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].
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.
BROWN COUNTY ART GUILD, 48 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Information: 812-988-6185 or browncounty artguild.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: browncounty artgallery.org or 812-988-4609.
JENNINGS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM, 335 Brown St., Vernon. Information: 812-346-8989 and jenningscounty.org.
Ongoing
COLUMBUS CHESS CLUB, 5 to 9 p.m. Thursdays, Lewellen Chapel, corner of Middle Road and Grissom Street, Columbus. Most games are 10 minutes in length; equipment is furnished. Open to chess players 18 and older. Information: 812-603-3893.
FABULOUS FIRST FRIDAYS WITH MISS POLLY, 12:15 p.m. the first Friday of the month. Viewpoint Books, 548 Washington St., Columbus. Information: 812-376-0778.
FOUNDATION FOR YOUTH BOYS & GIRLS CLUB, 405 Hope Ave., Columbus. The Boys & Girls Club is open to children ages 5 to 18. Information: 812-372-7867.
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.
YOGA OF 12-STEP RECOVERY, noon Mondays, Recovery Engagement Center, 1951 McKinley Ave., Columbus. Donation-based class. Information: 812-447-2585.
ZOO’OPOLIS EXOTIC PETTING WORLD, 12696 W. County Road 50S, Columbus. Visit all habitats and learn about pets, feed and take pictures with more than 100 animals representing more than 40 different species and the reptile kingdom, including foxes, raccoons, timber wolves, prairie dogs, wallabies and more. Reservations required. Choose from two sessions: 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. or 2:30-5 p.m. Text to make your reservation 812-764-4980. Learn more on Facebook under Zoo’Opolis Exotic Petting World.
