Kids and teens
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: Poolside Storytime at Ceraland Park, 2 p.m. June 27; Reading Time with Lottie Ages 5-12, 11 a.m. June 27; Teen Dungeons and Dragons, 5 p.m. June 27; Build a Better Reader Ages 4-7, 5:30 p.m. June 27; Astronaut Training Grades K-6, 12:30-4 p.m. June 28; Crypto club Grades 3 and up, 4 p.m. June 28; Storytime with Pete the Cat Ages 3-6, 4 p.m. June 28; Please Clap! Grades 4-6, 2 p.m. June 29; Teen Games at Hope, 4 p.m. July 1; Storytime with Dakota, 1:30 p.m. July 2; CoderDojo — Grades 2-12, 4:30 p.m. July 2; CoderDojo — Grades 7-12, 4:30 p.m. July 2; CoderDojo Grades 2-12, 4:30 p.m. July 2; Monster of the Week, Grades 4-6, 3 p.m., July 10; Milk and Cookies Storytime Ages 3-8, 7 p.m. July 8; 3’s to 5’s Storytime, 10 a.m. July 9, 10; 1’s and 2’s Storytime, 10 a.m. July 10, 11. Register for events at mybcpl.org under “events.” Information: 812-379-1255.
LEARN TO PLAY HOCKEY, 4:15 p.m. Saturdays, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Cost is $5 for ages 4-12. Free equipment is available to use. This is a drop-in event so no need to register. Make sure to get here at least 30 minutes early if you need equipment. For information, contact Hamilton Community Center and Ice Arena at 812-376-2686.
FREE TINKERGARTEN BABIES TRIAL, 10 a.m. June 29, July 6, Mill Race Park, 50 Carl Miske Drive, Columbus. Families are welcome to drop in any time during the 60-minute trial class window, and stay as long as they like. Tinkergarten Babies classes are designed for children ages 6 to 18 months. Registration and information: tinkergarten.com/classes/.
FREE TINKERGARTEN TRIAL, 11:30 a.m. June 29, July 6, Mill Race Park, 50 Carl Miske Drive, Columbus. At Tinkergarten, families meet outdoors to connect and learn through play. In this free trial class, Tinkergarten leader Breanna Fields will facilitate an expert-designed play scenario, allowing children of various ages and needs to explore, problem solve, communicate, collaborate, and create together. Information and registration: tinkergarten.com/classes/.
PEEWEE DROP-IN SKILLS SESSION, 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Aug. 1, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. For pee-wee level hockey players only. Cost is $10. No need to pre-register, just pay before you play. Information: 812-376-2686.
BANTAM/HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY DROP-IN SKATING SESSIONS, 8:45 p.m. Thursdays through Aug. 1, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Cost is $10 and open to Bantam and High School level hockey players only. No need to pre-register, just drop in. Information: 812-376-2686.
Music, live performances
JCB NEIGHBORFEST, 6-8:30 p.m. July 11 downtown Columbus, area of Washington and Fourth streets. All ages welcome to listen, dance, have fun. Bigger is Better Band performs. Upcoming dates: Aug. 1, The Jackson Way; Sept. 5, Tic Tac Flow, a quartet. Information: artsincolumbus.org.
DONNER PARK VARIETY SHOWS, 7-9 p.m. July 20, Aug. 10, Sept. 28, Donner Park shelter house, Columbus. July 20 lineup: Andy Sauer, master of ceremonies; Scottish bagpipe band; Jack Davis, harmonica; Charlie Moore singing Johnny Cash songs; Dale Sechrest, Arnold and Madi Ellison, Malaki Cea performing with vocals, guitars, banjo and piano. Free admission. Rain or shine.
ROCKETS AND ROCK N ROLL CONCERT ON THE PLAZA, 6 p.m. June 28, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Return to a time when man’s desire to leave the safety of earth and explore the limits of the universe became a reality. Celebrate the era of the moon race with hits from the ‘60s with The Reunion Band.
THE THOMAS BROTHERS, 7:30 p.m. June 28, 29, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Audiences enjoy music of the ‘50s, ‘60s, the best of Broadway, country, gospel, including favorites by The Righteous Brothers, The Eagles, Bobby Darin, Michael Buble and Elvis to name a few. Tickets, information: browncountyplay house.org.
BORN IN THE USA, 7:30 p.m. July 13, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Eric Brown & The L Street Band capture the essence of Springsteen’’s iconic sound in a way that pays homage to the legend’s early rise from New Jersey working class hero to international superstar. Tickets, information: 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, theater
‘SKIN DEEP’ DINNER THEATRE PRODUCTION, 6 p.m. June 27, 29 and 1 p.m. June 23 and 30, Willow Leaves Theatre, 326 Jackson St., Hope. Warm-hearted comedy about love during middle age. Maureen Mulligan, a large, wise-cracking lonely heart gets set up on a blind date by her attractive married sister, who is hooked on cosmetic surgery. What’s in store for both of them in the romance department? Tickets available at 812-546-0640.
CLASSIC SCIENCE FICTION: ‘THE THING FROM ANOTHER WORLD,’ 6 p.m. July 1, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Black and white 1951 science fiction film. Stars include Margaret Sheridan and James Arness.
Talks, lectures, classes
HOOSIER HARVEST HOME FOOD PRESERVATION SERIES, 6-9 p.m. dates through June 27. Food preservers of all skill levels can learn research-based food preservation techniques for freezing foods for high quality and safety. For more information and to register, call 812-379-1665. The cost is $10 per person and covers all food, equipment and materials. Information: facebook.com/Purdue-Extension– Bartholomew-County. Scheduled: June 27, “Jams and Jellies.”
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
KATIE MCBURNETT 5K/10K, 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. July 27, Mill Race Park, 50 Carl Miske Drive, Columbus. Fifth annual Katie McBurnett 5K/10K. Register online at katiemcburnett.racewire.com before July 5 to receive a t-shirt. Race starts at 8 a.m., check-in starts at 7 a.m.
ADULT HOCKEY LEAGUE, 7:15-10 p.m. Mondays, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Adult Hockey League runs through Aug. 12. Cost is $145. This league is for intermediate to advanced skill level players. Register at the front office or online at columbusparks andrec.com.
COLUMBUS INDIANA ULTIMATE FRISBEE, 5:45 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, Mill Race Park, 50 Carl Miske Drive, Columbus. Play starts at about 6 p.m. and continues until dusk at Mill Race Park — at Festival Field (to the left when viewed from the hill). Cleats are helpful, but are not required. Bring a white shirt, a colored shirt and water. Gray shirts are not recommended.
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: foundation foryouth.com.
Seasonal
OLD FASHIONED INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION, 5-10:30 p.m. June 28, Hope Town Square, State Road 9, Hope. Activities begin with a decorated bike/trike/stroller parade for kids and ending after dark with fireworks. During the evening there will be free old-fashioned crafts, games and contests for kids that will include such things as watermelon seed spitting. There will also be a cake walk, a fish fry, an apple pie-baking contest, fruit crisps, homemade ice cream and a few other food booths. The Banister Family Band will provide entertainment. Bring your own lawn chairs for seating for the music and the fireworks. Information: 812-546-8020 or 812-371-7969.
PETALS AND PAGES: A CELEBRATION OF FLOWERS & LITERATURE, 1-5 p.m. June 29, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Mudlarks and Flower Lane, both affiliated with the Garden Club of Indiana and the National Garden Club, invite you to their show featuring horticulture, floral designs, and educational exhibits. Judging by accredited flower show judges. Gallery talk by the judges at 2:30 p.m.
RITE III SERVICE AND GRAND OUTDOORS BBQ POTLUCK PARTY, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., June 30, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 2651 California St., Columbus. All are welcome and invited to the church’s Rite III service, a relaxed and contemporary service. This is a kid-friendly event. Visitors can pet puppies and baby bunnies and visit child playrooms. A barbecue potluck featuring music and fellowship will follow. Free with a covered dish item.
KETO POTLUCK PICNIC, 1-4 p.m. June 30, Mill Race Park, 50 Carl Miske Drive, Columbus. First-ever Columbus Keto Potluck Picnic. Bring your favorite keto dish to share and a recipe to swap. Chef Alexa will be grilling complimentary meats. Condiments, plates, utensils, drinks, some side dishes and desserts, and meats will be provided. Bring your blankets, chairs, friends, and family. Door prizes provided by sponsors. Gift bags will be given while supplies last. Get free tickets at eventbrite.com/e/keto-potluck-picnic-tickets-62272274048.
TRADITIONS OF FREEDOM, 5:30 p.m. until after 10 p.m. July 3, Columbus Municipal Airport, 4770 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus. Indiana Blood Center will be host a blood drive 5-9 p.m. EMERGE Wrestling will host Fireworks and Fisticuffs 2 at 6 p.m., including a 30-man Red, White and Bruise Battle Royal. The QMIX Musical Fireworks show with a special throwback soundtrack will be ready to launch at 10 p.m. Bring blankets and chairs.
HOPE SUMMER CRUISE-INS, July 5, Aug. 2, Sept. 6. Car enthusiasts can park cars off the east side of the town square. All models and years welcome. Bands perform 6-8 p.m. Events and attractions throughout the summer include a baby contest, baking contest, coloring contest, cornhole tournament, ice cream floats, food, craft and produce vendors, and more. Info: 812-546-0423.
COLUMBUS SALVATION ARMY CAR SHOW, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 20, Sandy Hook United Methodist Church, 1640 Taylor Road, Columbus. Registration begins at 9 a.m., cars will be judged by participants. Registration costs are $15 day of show and $12.50 before. T-shirts, food and door prize will be available for sale.
CAR AND TRUCK SHOW, 7 p.m. July 20, Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 3300 N. State Road 3, North Vernon. Fifty trophies awarded; breakfast of biscuits and gravy; lunch of sandwiches and homemade pies available for purchase. Sign-in 8 a.m. to noon; entry fee is $15 rain or shine. Information: Dutch, 812-592-4968, or Janet, 812-592-4967.
SUMMER BLOCK PARTY, 6-9 p.m. July 27, Community Downtown, 522 Seventh St., Columbus. Free summer block event that features live music from local bands Bartholomew and Here Together. Free food and children’s activities also available. All ages welcome
COLUMBUS FARMERS MARKET, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays, Cummins parking lot between Lindsey and Brown streets. Join us for fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs, baked goods, ready to eat foods, arts and crafts, and live music. Bike valet provided by the Bicycle Co-op. SNAP Double Bucks program and Farmers Market Nutrition Program (senior and WIC vouchers) accepted.
COLUMBUS CITY SUMMER FARMERS MARKET, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. through Sept. 21, FairOaks Mall parking lot on 25th Street. Fresh vegetables, fruit, herbs, eggs, honey, sauces, plants, baked goods, local art and pulled pork sandwiches. Plenty of parking. Bikes, wheelchairs, and walkers have easy access to the market.
Miscellaneous
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: Game-Day Thursday, 12:15 p.m. June 27; American Sign Language Meet-up, 10 a.m. June 27; Hepatitis A Vaccination Clinic on the Plaza, 11 a.m. July 2. Register for events at mybcpl.org under “events.” Information: 812-379-1255.
AMERICAN SEWING GUILD NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING, 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. July 6, Bartholomew County REMC, 1697 W. Deaver Road, Columbus. Group meets monthly on the first Saturday of every month. 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. Bring your favorite sewing tool to January’s meeting. Questions: contact Marilyn at [email protected].
AMERICAN SEWING GUILD FAIR EXHIBIT, 6-8 p.m. July 8, Bartholomew County Fairgrounds, 750 W. County Road 200S, Columbus. Members will be on hand to talk about the group’s activities; sew Christmas stockings for military service members; and share their love of sewing. Many of the members have entries in the fair which will be on exhibit as well. Anyone interested in sewing should stop by to explore what the Guild has to offer.
COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1959 60TH REUNION, times vary, all day July 26-27. Locations: Hopkins Farm, July 26; Hilton Garden Inn, July 27.
BINGO, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. Open to the public.
ELKS LODGE BINGO, 6:30 p.m. Fridays, 12:30 p.m. Sundays, Elks 521 Lodge Bingo Hall, 4664 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus. Information: 812-379-4386.
COLUMBUS AREA RAILROAD CLUB OPEN HOUSE, with four operating layouts, noon to 4 p.m. third Saturday of each month (July 20) except in September at the Johnson County Park headquarters building at Camp Atterbury. Information: Greg Harter, 812-350-8636; columbusarea rail roadclub.com; or info@columbus arearailroadclub.com.
Galleries, museums & exhibits
JERRY CLIFTON: INTARSIA WOOD ART EXHIBIT, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through July 23, B3 Gallery, 61 W. Main St., upstairs, Nashville. Artist’s reception will be held 4-7 p.m. June 28 at the gallery. Intarsia is a technique that uses varied shapes, sizes and species of wood to create a mosaic-like picture. Clifton relies on the natural variation of wood to create his pieces without stains. Finished works can include hundreds of pieces of wood and take 60 or more hours to complete.
(IN)PLACE EXHIBITION, noon to 4 p.m. June 27-Aug. 9 Thursday through Saturday, (Closed July 4-6), Artist Reception, 5 p.m., June 27, Gallery 411, 411 Sixth St., Columbus. Exhibit featuring local artists Rachel Kavathe, Christine Sullivan and Michele Pollock. (IN)place is a poetic exploration of the natural environment by three local visual artists, each with her own approach to material and subject matter. The work and ideas on view are united by the language of observation and an interest in the shared experiences with nature that connect us all. Learn more at artsincolumbus.org/411.
ACRYLICS WITH ALANA JUDAH, 4-7 p.m. June 28, B3 Gallery, 61 W. Main St., upstairs, Nashville. Alana Judah is an emerging artist from Orleans, Indiana. She paints in acrylics and draws inspiration from the beauty that surrounds her, painting mainly landscapes and animals. She will be painting in the gallery and talking about her work during the Fourth Friday Art Walk, as part of a reception for four of our artists.
POTTERY DEMONSTRATION WITH CARL DEGRAAF, 4-7 p.m., June 28, B3 Gallery, 61 W. Main St., upstairs, Nashville. Indiana Artisan Carl deGraaf will be demonstrating mug and tumbler making and surface decoration during the Brown County Art Walk. He has been making pottery for over 30 years, and uses a variety of techniques to create his work.
SUNDAY SOCIAL, 2-4 p.m. July 7, Yellow Trail Museum, 644 Main St., Hope. Second in a series of Sunday Socials about Hartsville College and the town of Hartsville. The public is invited to the museum to discuss or just listen to information about the town. Everyone is invited to share in this afternoon discussion about the past. At this event, Michael Cartwright from the University of Indianapolis will present much of his research from the past several years about Hartsville College. Others are encouraged to bring along pictures or newspaper clippings to share. Information: 812-546-8020.
SHANNON MALANOSKI PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT, regular hours through spring, Hotel Indigo, 400 Brown St., Columbus. Free exhibit featuring works of Shannon Malanoski.
GALLERY 506, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, inside Columbus Visitors Center, 506 Fifth St.
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 SUNDAY SOCIALS, 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 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: 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 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.
Fundraisers, nonprofits
ALEX’S LEMONADE STAND FOUNDATION FOR CHILDHOOD CANCER, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., June 28, MTC Meridian Title Corporation, 723 Third St., Columbus. Lemonade, hot dogs, chips. All donations raised will go to Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer. Donations and information: alexslemonade.org.
MUSIC BENEFIT, 6:30-8:30 p.m. June 29, Hope Town Square, State Road 9, Hope. Benefit for Steve Pumphrey. Music by Ron Bridgewater. Free will donation for pie and ice cream. Pies donated by Ahlemeyer Bakery and ice cream donated by New Bethel. Event hosted by Bear Creek Baptist Church. All donations go directly to medical expenses.
BOOK SALE, open during regular library hours, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Visit the Friends of the Library ongoing book sales at the Main and Hope Branch Library. Great bargains for all ages. Proceeds to the Friends who in turn support library events, programs and art and craft supplies.
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 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.
