Kids and teens
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: 1’s and 2’s Storytime, 10 a.m. April 18, 24, 25; Just for Babies Story time: 0-13 months, 11 a.m. April 18, 25; Hogwarts Prep School Grades 4-6, 4 p.m. April 18; Music and Movement, Pre-K-2, 4 p.m. April 18; Teen Dungeons and Dragons, 5 p.m. April 18; Tween Advisory Board Grades 4-6, 4 p.m. April 19; Teen Service Hour Day Ages 12 and up, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., April 20; STEAM Special: Earth Day Party Grades K-6, 4 p.m. April 22; Teen STEAM: Earth Day, 4 pm. April 22; Milk & Cookies Junior Storytime Ages 1-2, 6 p.m. April 22; Milk & Cookies Storytime Ages 3-8, 7 p.m. April 22; 3’s to 5’s Storytime, 10 a.m. April 23, 24; Peep Wars for Teens, 3:30 p.m. April 23; CoderDojo (Raspberry Pi) Grades 7-12, 4:30 p.m. April 23; CoderDojo BYOD Grades 2-12, 4:30 p.m. April 23; French Storytime Ages 11-18, 4:30 p.m. April 23; CoderDojo Grades 2-12, 4:30 p.m. April 23; French Storytime Ages 1-10, 5 p.m. April 23; Teen Cafe: Flowers and Painting, 4 p.m. April 24; littleBits Lab Grades K-3, 3:30 p.m. April 25; One-shot RPGs for Teens: Masks, 3:30 p.m. April 25; Build a Better Reader Ages 4-7, 5:30 p.m. April 25; Spanish Storytime Ages 0-5, 10:30 a.m. April 26; littleBits Lab Grades 4-6, 3:30 p.m. April 26; CryptoClub Grades 3 and up, 3:45 p.m. April 26; Blaze and the Monster Machines Storytime Ages 3-6, 4 p.m. April 26; American Girl Club Ages 6-12, 3 p.m. April 27; Preschool STEAM Ages 3-5, 10:30 a.m. April 29; Reading Time with Lottie Ages 5-12, 3:45 p.m. April 29; TAB: Teen Advisory Board, 4 p.m. April 30; Tween Gaming Grades 4-6, 4 p.m. April 30; Teen Steam at Hope Branch, 7 p.m. April 30. Register for events at mybcpl.org under “events.” Information: 812-379-1255.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF COLUMBUS EASTER EGG HUNT, 10 a.m. April 20, First Baptist Church, 3300 Fairlawn Drive, Columbus. All are welcome. Visitors can enjoy free donuts, milk, juice, and coffee, as well as Easter crafts. The church will present an interactive Easter story. The egg hunt will include a golden egg for each children’s age group through sixth grade. Kids should bring their own baskets.
FREE EASTER EGG HUNT, 10 a.m. April 20, Asbury United Methodist Church, 1751 27th St., Columbus. The event will feature the Easter story, a free goodie bag for each child, as well as cookies and beverages. The egg hunt is for children 1 year old through age 12. There will be one special prize egg hidden for each of four age groups. This is a free event. Bring your own basket to collect eggs.
EASTER EGG HUNT, noon to 1:30 p.m. April 20, Parkside Baptist Church, 1780 Rocky Ford Road, Columbus. There will be crafts, a snack, door prizes, an Easter egg hunt, and the Easter story. Everyone is welcome. Information: 812-372-5889 or parksidebaptist.com.
CHAOTIC TUESDAY AT THE COMMONS, 5 p.m. April 23, The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus. Make a bouncy frog on a lily pad with library staff and watch Chaos run its course.
FESTIVAL OF THE YOUNG CHILD, 10 a.m. to noon, April 27, Donner Center, 739 22nd St., Columbus. Join Columbus Parks and Recreation Department, Children Inc., Child Care Answers and the Council for Youth Development to celebrate the 42nd Annual Festival of the Young Child. A variety of local agencies and organizations will have booths that feature activities for kids up to the age of 8. Information about their programs and services will also be available. The event is free. For more information: 812-376-2680 or 812-379-2319.
YOUNG EAGLES FLIGHTS, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 11, Columbus Municipal Airport, 4770 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus. Free airplane rides for kids 8 through 17. Call airport administration office 812-376-2519 week-days to pre-register. Parental approval required. Sponsored by EAA Chapter 729. Additional information available at youngeagles.org.
Music, live performances
THIRD SATURDAY: MUSIC AND FOOD, 7 p.m. April 20, Willow Leaves Theatre, 326 Jackson St., Hope. The third Saturday of each month, Willow Leaves offers live music and all the fried fish and fried chicken you can eat. Call 812-546-0640 for reservations and/or more information.
AN EVENING WITH LEO KOTTKE, 7:30 p.m. April 20, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Innovative, Grammy-nominated acoustic guitar legend returns to Playhouse. Beer, wine, mixed drinks sold in auditorium. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; first come, first serve seating. No intermission. Information, tickets: browncountyplay house.org.
TCHAIKOVSKY & BEETHOVEN 7 WITH SUSIE PARK, 7:30 p.m. April 20, Columbus North High School, 1400 25th St., Columbus. Young Australian-born violinist, Susie Park, known worldwide for her searing, emotive range and dynamic stage presence, joins the Columbus Indiana Philharmonic for Tchaikovsky’s spirited Violin Concerto. The Philharmonic concludes the season with Beethoven’s joyous Seventh Symphony. Tickets, information: thecip.org or 812-376-2638.
FRIDAYS @ FIRST, First United Methodist Church, 618 Eighth St., Columbus. Scheduled: 7 p.m., April 26, Ralph & Nancy Schumann Memorial Piano Concert — Vijay Venkatesh; 7 p.m. May 31, David K. Lamb, organ. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Free and open to the public.
2019 ICE SHOW — KALEIDOSCOPE OF COLORS, April 26-28, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. The Lincoln Center Skate Club’s presentation of the 2019 Spring Ice Show, “Kaleidoscope of Colors” features a cast of local skaters and professional performers. The performance showcases high-flying jumps, dizzying spins and fantastic costumes, all under the glow of a light show. Show times: 7 p.m. April 26; 3 and 7 p.m. April 27; 2 p.m. April 28. Tickets: $8 at eventslogbook.com, or lcsccolumbus.org.
“FARCE OF NATURE,” April 26-28, May 3-5, Willow Leaves Theatre, 326 Jackson St., Hope. Funny play about the Reel Em Inn, finest little fishing lodge in the Ozarks. Doors open 5:30 p.m. with dinner at 6 p.m. and play at 7 p.m. for Friday and Saturday shows. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. with dinner at 1 p.m. and the play at 2 p.m. for Sunday shows. Call 812-546-0640 for reservations. Tickets are $26 and include salad bar, dinner, dessert and play.
BARNEY FIFE FULLY LOADED, 7:30-9:30 p.m. April 26, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Back from Branson after their sellout show at the Playhouse in 2016. Hilarious trip to Mayberry led by Barney and Otis as emcees. This talented comedy duo perform lots of other impersonations, songs and dance, weaving together a “variety show” for all ages. Beer, wine and mixed drinks sold in the auditorium. Information, tickets: browncountyplayhouse.org.
"SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN," 7:30 p.m. May 3-4, 10-11, TBA May 12, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Comedy musical transports the audience back to 1938, where they play the part of the congregation at the Saturday Night Gospel. Hilarious characters and situations, plus over two dozen bluegrass-based songs. Beer, wine, mixed drinks sold in the auditorium. Info, tickets: browncountyplayhouse.org.
BACK IN THE DAY CLASSIC ROCK CONCERT, 7:30 p.m. May 18, Brown County, Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Multi-media rock show featuring hits from the ’70s and ’80s. Based out of Columbus, the band performs classic rock hits with video projections created for each song. The band’s song list includes over 50 titles from artists such as Boston, Styx, Eagles, Foreigner, Journey and Fleetwood Mac. Beer, wine and mixed drinks sold in the auditorium. Silent auction benefits Brown County veterans in honor of Armed Forces Day. Info, tickets: browncountyplayhouse.org.
WEDNESDAY OPEN MIC, 7 to 10 p.m. Brown County Inn, 51 State Road 46 East, Nashville. Hosted by local musicians David Sisson and Jason Blankenship in the CornCrib Lounge. Food, drinks. Live music from singers, songwriters and performers.
Films
“BREAKTHROUGH,” 6 to 8 p.m. April 18, YES Cinema, 328 Jackson St., Columbus. New film, rated PG. Stars Crissy Metz, Josh Lucas, Topher Grace. Tickets $6 in advance; 812-348-6257 or [email protected]. Sponsored by Community Church of Columbus.
“A WALTON EASTER,” 6 p.m. April 18, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. In this 1969 film, John-Boy and his wife Janet travel from New York City to Walton’s Mountain for John and Olivia’s 40th wedding anniversary.
MOVIE MATINEE: “GREEN BOOK,’’ 2 p.m. April 20, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Winner of five Academy Awards, including Best Picture of the Year, “Green Book” is set in 1962. It is loosely based on the true story of classical and jazz pianist Don Shirley and his travels in the South with his driver Tony Vallelonga. The "Green Book," first published in 1937, listed establishments that welcomed blacks. Rated PG-13.
"MARY POPPINS RETURNS," 6 p.m. April 29, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. The nanny returns to give an assist to the grown-up Banks children. Cast includes Emily Blunt and Lin-Manuel Miranda and features appearances by Angela Lansbury and Dick Van Dyke. Rated PG.
Talks, lectures, classes
GUEST LECTURE: PETER RICH, 6:30 p.m. April 18, former Republic Building, 333 Second St., Columbus, for a guest lecture featuring architect Peter Rich. To find out more about his practice visit peterrich architects.co.za/.
GENERAL GRANT: THE MAN BEHIND THE UNIFORM, 6:30 p.m. April 23, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Pleasantly pass the evening with nationally known living historian Curt Fields, who last visited in 2016. The presentation is in first person and the general tells us of his life, of himself, and how he came to be that person who gazes at us from old photographs.
CHILDREN’S AUTHOR VISIT WITH MARGARET READ MACDONALD, 10 a.m. April 30, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Margaret Read MacDonald travels the world sharing folktales and is the author of over 66 books on folklore and storytelling topics. She will share her audience participation folktales from many cultures.
VET-TO-VET DISCUSSION, 5:10 p.m., Mondays, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. Hour-long, facilitator-led group discussion with others who have served in the military. Attendees able to share problems with fellow veterans who may also be having a similar experience.
Sports, exercise, wellness
SUN SALUTATION YOGA, 4 p.m., April 19, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Bring the family for these two yoga sessions. Take advantage of some of the health benefits from this 10-position yoga program. Bring your own mat.
EARTH DAY: TAKE A HIKE, 3:30 p.m. April 22, Tangeman Woods and Outdoor Lab, 9441 W. Old Nashville Road. Join the Bartholomew County Soil and Water Conservation District in celebrating Earth Day by taking a hike. First 20 hikers receive an Earth Day Tote filled with supplies. Information: Jennifer Whiteside at 812-378-1280 extension 3, or [email protected].
SECRETS TO MEDITATION, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, North Christian Church, 850 Tipton Lane, Columbus. Learn the “Bellows Breath” to boost your energy, calm your mind and reduce stress. Experience a unique guided meditation. Get an introduction to the Art of Living Happiness Program, a flagship course that dives deep into the power of breath and stress management techniques. Information and RSVP: [email protected].
YOGA BASICS AT NOON, noon to 1 p.m. third Wednesday of every month, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Explore the practice of yoga, its philosophy and benefits with yoga teacher Jenn Willhite, who will cover foundational poses, linking movement with breath, breathwork and keys to establishing a dedicated yoga practice during one-hour sessions held on the third Wednesday of each month. Bring your own mat.
YOGA OF 12-STEP RECOVERY, classes at Recovery Engagement Center, 1951 McKinley Ave., Columbus. Donation-based class. Information: 812-447-2585.
SWIMMING FOR EXERCISE, 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day, Foundation for Youth, 405 Hope Ave., Columbus. Lap swimming, water aerobics, public swim available seven days a week. Information: foundationfor youth.com.
Seasonal
FRIENDS OF THE BROWN COUNTY LIBRARY PLANT SALE, 2-6 p.m. April 26 and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 27, Brown County Public Library, 205 N. Locust Lane, Nashville. Choose from a large selection of beautiful perennials, native plants, and surprises from Brown County gardeners and area nurseries. Proceeds support the Brown County Public Library and the Ravine Project.
56th ANNUAL MODEL A FORD SWAP MEET, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 28, Bartholomew County Fairgrounds, 750 W. County Road 200S, Columbus. Model A Ford parts for sale. Admission $3. Breakfast and lunch available. Model “A” Ford cars on display. For more information 812-371-6628, [email protected] or modelacolumbus.com.
DIESEL PRIDE TRUCK SHOW, May 3-5, Ceraland Park, 3989 S. County Road 525E, Columbus. Benefit for autism awareness; camping with large cars; May 3, check-in and driver registration; May 4-5, open to the public, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday. Food, family and fun for everyone. Trucker light show, vendors, campfires, music, camping, fishing. Join in for the Sunday Convoy. Owners: [email protected]s/2019-diesel-pride-truck-show/ Pre-registered entries receive a free tractor wash on Friday.
HOPE CIVIL WAR DAYS, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 4-5, Hope Town Square, State Road 9, Hope. The Hope Area Chamber of Commerce, Main Street of Hope and the Yellow Trail Museum invite you to step back into time to the American Civil War. Join a fun-filled weekend. Members from local reenactment groups, a historic walking tour of the Moravian Cemetery, speakers, and a various activities throughout the weekend are all planned. This event is free and open to the public.
BARTHOLOMEW SPRING CRAFT AND VENDOR SHOW, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., May 4-5, Bartholomew County Fairgrounds, 750 W. County Road 200S, Columbus. Variety of vendors and crafters set up in the Community Building and the Pavilion. There will be food vendors, bounce houses, and more vendors set up outside. This is a free event.
HOPE-CLIFFORD-HAUSER ALUMNI BANQUET, 6-10 p.m. May 18, Hauser High School, 9273 State Road 9, Hope. Registration starts at 6 p.m. with the dinner starting around 7 p.m. Make reservations to Karen Mize. Reservations may be made at [email protected] or at 812-657-2882, or mail: Karen Mize, 431 Scott St., Hope, IN 47246. The cost of the evening is $22 per person; reservations due by May 13.
Miscellaneous
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: American Sign Language Meet-Up, 10 a.m. April 18; Book Discussion at Hope, 1 p.m. April 18; Digital Drop-in/Computer Basics at the America and Roby Anderson Center, 5 p.m. April 18; Be Heart Smart, 6 p.m. April 22, 29; Game Afternoon, 1-3 p.m. April 27; Remix: Up-cycled T-shirt necklaces, 2 p.m. April 27; Adults Reading YA Book Club: “Throne of Glass,” 6 p.m. April 29; Quilling for Mother’s Day, 6 p.m. April 30. Register for events at mybcpl.org under “events.” Information: 812-379-1255.
AMERICAN SEWING GUILD NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING, 9-11 a.m. May 4, Bartholomew County REMC, 1697 W. Deaver Road, Columbus. Each monthly meeting focuses on learning a new sewing or creative skill, or group sewing on our philanthropic sewing projects. Bring your interest in sewing, your latest project to show and tell, and your own beverage and snack. Sewing enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels are welcome. If you have questions contact Marilyn at [email protected].
BINGO, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. Open to the public.
COLUMBUS AREA RAILROAD CLUB OPEN HOUSE, with four operating layouts, noon to 4 p.m. third Saturday of each month (April 20) except in September at the Johnson County Park headquarters building at Camp Atterbury. Information: Greg Harter, 812-350-8636; columbusarearail roadclub.com; or [email protected].
Galleries, museums & exhibits
MEET THE ARTIST AND PUBLIC TALK WITH DELANO DUNN, 5:30 p.m. April 30, Columbus Visitors Center, Fifth and Franklin streets, Columbus. Delano Dunn was born in Los Angeles, California. Through painting, mixed media and collage, Dunn explores questions of racial identity and perception through various contexts, ranging from the personal to the political and drawing from his experience growing up in south-central Los Angeles. Stop by the gallery for our special extended hours from noon to 5 p.m. before coming to the Columbus Area Visitors Center for a light bite and drink as you get to know the artist. For more info on the artist, visit delanodunn.com/.
SHANNON MALANOSKI PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT, regular hours through spring, Hotel Indigo, 400 Brown St., Columbus. Free exhibit featuring works of Shannon Malanoski.
JIM OSMAN SCULPTURE EXHIBITION, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, Indiana University J. Irwin Miller Architecture Program, 333 Second St., Columbus. The exhibition runs through May 3.
MEET THE ARTIST AND PUBLIC TALK WITH SAMUEL LEVI JONES, 5:30-7 p.m. April 18, Columbus Visitors Center, Fifth and Franklin streets, Columbus. Join the Columbus Area Arts Council to meet with Indianapolis-based artist, Samuel Levi Jones. A talk will follow. Samuel Levi Jones was born and raised in Marion. Trained as a photographer and multidisciplinary artist, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in communication studies from Taylor University and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Herron School of Art and Design in 2009. For more info on the artist, visit samuellevijones.com/.
CATHY WILLIAMS: “ABSTRAKS & AMBIGUITIES,” Through May 3, Columbus Learning Center, 4555 Central Ave., Columbus. Williams is a mixed-media expressionist who weaves eccentric stories within portraiture and abstractive figurative works. The exhibit may be viewed 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Admission is free. Information: Chris Beach, 812-314-8507.
“GALLERY 411, winter hours, noon to 4 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 411 Sixth St., Columbus. 411 is a community arts gallery and cultural space for exhibitions, events and collaborations with Columbus’ arts and cultural organizations. Learn more at artsincolumbus.org/411.”
GALLERY 506, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday through April, inside Columbus Visitors Center, 506 Fifth St. Current show is XSM: Xenia Simons Miller, a modernist patron of art and architecture.
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 each month. All are welcome to have coffee and join in discussions about various topics from the 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 atterburybakalarair museum.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: 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: browncountyartgallery.org or 812-988-4609.
JENNINGS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM, 335 Brown St., Vernon. Information: 812-346-8989 and jenningscounty.org.
Fundraisers, nonprofits
ANNUAL SMORGASBORD, 4:30-7:30 p.m. May 2-3, First United Methodist Church, 618 Eighth St., Columbus. Annual fundraiser dinner great home cooked food, entertainment, and country store items for sale. Tickets in advance by calling the church office 812-372-2851, or purchased at the Ark or Viewpoint books. $12 adults, $5 children 5 to 10 years, 4 and under free. Tickets at the door will be more. All proceeds go towards local and international missions.
FAMILY SERVICE GOLF SCRAMBLE, all day, May 16, Otter Creek Golf Course, 11522 E. County Road 50N, Columbus. Awards for first and second place teams, longest drive and closest to the pin (men and women) will be presented after play. Corporate team entries will be accepted either alone or in conjunction with other partnerships. Cost is $125 per person, $650 per corporate team. For sponsorship info details or registration, call 812-314-2953 or email [email protected]. Check under “Our Events” at familyservicebc.org.
FISH FRY, 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 18, Flintwood Wesleyan Church, 5300 25th St., Columbus. Event includes a free-will offering and rummage sale (starts at 9 a.m.) and silent auction. All proceeds will go to our "Building Hope" Fund that enables Flintwood to make necessary facility repairs and improvements in order to continue serving the Columbus community.
Ongoing
GAME AFTERNOON, 1-5 p.m. fourth Saturday of each month, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Bring your games to share/teach and/or use the library games. Come and go as you please. All ages welcome. Set for the fourth Saturday of each month Game Afternoon takes place in the lower level of the library.
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 each 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.
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.
