Kids and teens
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: Thursgame, 3:30 p.m., Feb, 6, 13, 20; 1’s-2’s Storytime, 10 a.m. Feb. 6, 12, 13, 19, 20; Miss Ferry the Toothferry Storytime Ages 1-2, 10 a.m., Feb. 7; Miss Ferry the Toothferry Storytime Ages 3-5, 11 a.m., Feb. 7; Fri-DIY, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 7, 14; Lego Club Ages 6-12, 4 p.m., Feb. 7; Teen STEAM-3D Print Club, 4 p.m., Feb. 7; Mystery Brick Lego Challenge Grades K-6, 2 p.m., Feb. 8; American Girl Club Ages 6-12, 3 p.m., Feb. 8; Meme Monday, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 10; Starlit Storytime Jr. Ages 1-2, 6 p.m. Feb. 10. 17; Starlit Storytime Ages 3-8, 7 p.m., Feb. 10, 17; Art Smart for Teens: Very Small Painting, 4 p.m., Feb. 10; Teen Gaming, 6 p.m., Feb. 10; 3’s-5’s Storytime, 10 a.m., Feb. 11, 12, 17, 19; Taste-It Tuesday, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 11, 18, 25; French Storytime Ages 11-18, 4:30 p.m., Feb. 11; French Storytime Ages 0-10, 5 p.m., Feb. 11; Maker Wednesday: Grades 4-6, 3 p.m. Feb. 12, 19; Watch-It Wednesday, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 12, 19; Teen STEAM: Love Beats, 4 p.m., Feb. 12; Just for Babies Story Times: 0-13 months, 11 a.m., Feb. 6, 13, 20; Tween Thursgame: Grades 4-6, 3 p.m., Feb. 6, 13, 20; One-shot RPG for Teens: Masks, 3:45 p.m., Feb. 13; Full STEAM Ahead Grades K-6, 4 p.m., Feb. 13; Anti-Valentine’s Day Party for Teens, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 14; Tween Fandom Club: Minecraft, 4 p.m., Feb. 14; Preschool STEAM Ages 3-5, 10:30 a.m., Feb. 17; CodorDojo Chromebook Grades 2-12, 4 p.m., Feb. 17; CodorDojo-BYOD Grades 2-12, 4 p.m., Feb, 17; Sans Souci Storytime, 4 p.m., Feb. 17, 18; Teen Book Club: "Steelheart", 4 p.m., Feb. 17; Teen How-To: Character Design, 4 p.m., Feb. 18; Hogwarts for Muggle for Teens: Butterbeer, 4 p.m., Feb. 19; Music & Movement Ages 3-8, 4 p.m., Feb. 19; Tween D&D: Call to Adventure Grades 4-6, 4 p.m., Feb, 19; Hogwarts Prep School: Herbology Grades 4-6, 4 p.m., Feb, 20; Teen Dungeons & Dragons, 4 p.m., Feb. 20. Register: mybcpl.org.
HOPE BRANCH LIBRARY, 635 Harrison St., Hope. Scheduled: Teen Gaming at Hope Branch Library, 3 p.m., Feb. 11; Hogwarts for Muggles at Hope Branch Library: Butterbeer, 3 p.m., Feb. 18.
FIRST FRIDAYS FOR FAMILIES: CHARMING PRINCES, 6 p.m. Feb. 7, The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus, free series that introduces young audiences to a wide variety of performing arts in a fun, informal setting the first Friday of each month December through April. Performances are free and open to everyone. The Mill Race Theatre Company presents Charming Princes. Cinderella lived the dream: she donned a gown of starlight, waltzed with the prince and stole a (somewhat wet and slimy) kiss. So what if Charming couldn’t take a hint if it smacked him with a 6-inch stiletto? He was a prince, and that’s what Cinderella had wished for…right? Fortunately, Fairy Godmother extraordinaire Lilynimble Merryweather is on hand to sort out stale dreams and unwanted wishes, even if it means resorting to charming a prince or two. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with the show starting at 6 p.m.
POP-UP STORYTIME AT WIC, 2 p.m. Feb. 14, United Way Building, 1531 13th St., Columbus. The Bartholomew County Public Library hosts a pop-up storytime for those visiting the WIC office. Enjoy stories, puppets, songs, rhymes and receive a free book from the Book Express.
SONIC THE HEDGEHOG, 10 a.m., Feb. 15, YES Cinema, 328 Jackson St., Columbus. A Sensory Friendly showing of SONIC THE HEDGEHOG. Theater lights will be dimmed and sound turned down slightly. Audience members may get up, walk around, and talk unless the safety of the audience is at issue. Some gluten-free and casein-free snacks will be available for purchase, in addition to regular concessions. Admission is $4 per person.
Music, live performances
SAM BUSH, 8 p.m. Feb. 6, Buskirk-Chumley Theatre, 114 E. Kirkwood Ave., Bloomington. Sam Bush is considered an originator of progressive bluegrass music. His performances are annual highlights of the festival circuit, with his perennial appearances at the town’s famed bluegrass fest earning him the title of “King of Telluride.”
BLOOMINGTON MUSIC EXPO, 5 p.m., Feb 7 to 8, Monroe Convention Center, 302 S. College Ave., Bloomington. The expo is a family-friendly celebration of music anchored by Bloomington’s only public vinyl fair.
BLOOMINGTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, 7 p.m., Feb. 8, Buskirk-Chumley Theater, 114 E. Kirkwood Ave., Bloomington. A musical journey through Spain, Latin America, and the U.S. Featuring a diverse collection of works that draw on a wide range of musical and cultural traditions, the concert includes pieces by female, Latino, and African American composers. Tickets are $17 advance, $20 day of concert for orchestra, $12 advance, $15 day of concert for balcony, $8 advance, $10 day of concert for a student with ID, and 18 and under are free with a ticket. Tickets are available at the Buskirk-Chumley box office or online at bctboxoffice.org.
COSTAKI ECONOMOPOULUS , 7:30 p.m. Feb. 8, The Harlequin Theater, Fair Oaks Mall, 2380 25th St., Columbus. Comedian Constantinos Christos Vassilis "Costaki" Economopoulos covers several topics in his act, but focuses mainly on political comedy. He is a regular guest on the The Bob & Tom Show, most notably with his former weekly broadcasts of a spot dubbed "The Economonologue." Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door.
BRETT YOUNG: THE CHAPTERS TOUR, 8 to 10:30 p.m., Feb. 8, Brown County Music Center, 200 Maple Leaf Boulevard, Nashville. Cost: $35 to $350. For more information: browncountymusiccenter.com/ or call 812-988-5323.
RICHARD MARX: AN EVENING OF ACOUSTIC LOVE SONGS, 7:30 to 10 p.m., Feb. 12, Brown County Music Center, 200 Maple Leaf Boulevard, Nashville. Cost: $47. For more information, browncountymusiccenter.com/ or call 812-988-5323.
2020 BROWN MUSIC COMPETITION, all day, Feb. 15, First Christian Church, 531 Fifth St., Columbus. High school instrumentalists and vocalists compete for Heritage Fund scholarship awards. Free and open to public.
YOUNG MUSICIANS CONCERT, 7 p.m., Feb. 15, St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, 1306 27th St. This annual event features talented young adults as well as college and high school level musicians from St. Bartholomew Parish. The concert is free, but donations are welcome to support the Music Ministry. The event is preceded by a fundraising dinner in the Parish Hall in support of Haiti projects.
SILEO QUARTET, 7:30 p.m., Feb. 15, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. The Sileo Quartet is an emerging young group of classically trained musicians. Sileo currently studies under the Pacifica Quartet at the Jacobs School of Music.
WINTER CONCERT, 2 to 3 p.m. Feb. 16, The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus. Let the City Band help you shake off the winter blahs at our Winter Concert. Free, for more information, visit columbuscityband.org.
GRANNY FUNDRAISING CONCERT: A TRIBUTE TO JOHN DENVER, 7 p.m. Feb. 21, North Christian Church, 850 Tipton Lane, Columbus. BBQ dinner at 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. with the concert by singer, songwriter Chris Wilson starting at 7 p.m. The first half will be John Denver and the second part will include some of his own songs. Tickets are $35 in advance, $40 at the door, available at Viewpoint or grannyconnection.org.
WEDNESDAY OPEN MIC, 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesdays, Brown County Inn, 51 State Road 46 East, Nashville. Hosted by Rick Fettig and Jason Blankenship in the CornCrib Lounge. Food, drinks. Info: browncountyinn.com.
Talks, lectures, classes
PIE BOOK STUDY, 1 to 3 p.m. Feb. 10, 17, 24, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. The PIE (Partners in Education) book study is studying Jim DeFede’s book "The Day the World Came to Town" this month. Book is available at Viewpoint Books.
REFERENDUM PROPOSAL INFORMATIONAL SESSION, 6 p.m. Feb. 6, Taylorsville Elementary, 9711 Walnut St., Taylorville. Superintendent Jim Roberts and Finance Director Chad Phillips will share information and answer questions about the referendum proposal. Other upcoming sessions: Feb. 20, Columbus North High School; Feb. 27, Rockcreek Elementary; March 24, Mt. Healthy Elementary; March 31, Central Middle School.
AARON SCHILLER GUEST LECTURE, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Feb. 13, The Republic Building, 333 Second St., Columbus. Join the Indiana University J. Irwin Miller Architecture Program for a lecture by guest architect Aaron Schiller. Free and open to the public. Named a top 50 practice for 2019 by The Architects Newspaper, Schiller Projects is an award winning design firm located in downtown Manhattan. Visit: http://schillerprojects.com/ for more information.
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 experiences with fellow veterans.
Sports, exercise, wellness
COMPETITIVE PICKLEBALL VALENTINE ROUND ROBIN, 6 to 9 p.m., Feb. 15, Tipton Lakes Athletic Club, 4000 W Goeller Blvd. A round robin for Columbus Pickleball Club Members that is pickleball games with a twist. Anyone can win! If interested, email columbuspickleballclub @gmail.com.
RECREATIONAL PICKLEBALL VALENTINE ROUND ROBIN, noon to 4 p.m., Feb. 16, Foundation For Youth, 405 Hope Ave. A round robin for Columbus Pickleball Club Members that is pickleball games with a twist. Anyone can win! If interested, email columbuspickleballclub @gmail.com.
YOGA BASICS AT NOON, noon to 1 p.m. every Monday, 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 every Monday of each month. Bring your own mat.
CHAIR YOGA, noon to 1 p.m. every second Tuesday of the month, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Chair Yoga is a perfect practice to help you slowly develop balance and stability—while improving strength and flexibility. Postures are performed while seated and/or with the aid of a chair. One-hour free session led by Registered Yoga Teacher Sonia Aponte-Alberts and held on the second Tuesday of the month. Bring a mat to ground the chair.
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].
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: foundationforyouth.com.
Miscellaneous
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: Drawing as Seeing, 9:30 a.m. Feb. 6; Reflexology, 6 p.m., Feb. 6; Animal Care & Pest Control, 6 p.m., Feb. 10; Plant Based Diet, 6 p.m., Feb. 10; Craft Night: Cookie Decorating, 6 p.m., Feb. 11; Pruning Basics, 6 p.m., Feb. 11; Inspire Series #4-Three Types of LOVE, 6 p.m., Feb. 12; Fall in Love with Writing, 6 p.m., Feb. 13; Painting with Marilyn, 10 a.m., Feb. 15; A Visit with George Washington, 6 p.m., Feb, 17; Viewfinders Photography Club, 6:30 p.m., Feb. 17; "Harriet", 6 p.m., Feb, 18; Advances in Dog Reproduction, 7 p.m., Feb, 19. Register: mybcpl.org.
FAIRY TALES AND FANTASY FILM SERIES, 7:30 p.m., Feb. 7, 9, 14, 15, 22, Buskirk-Chumley Theatre, 114 E. Kirkwood Ave., Bloomington. The Buskirk-Chumley Theater (BCT) is pleased to invite a little magic into the cold winter months through the Fairy Tales and Fantasy Film Series. Feb. 7-"The Princess Bride," Feb. 9-"The Dark Crystal," Feb. 14-"Casablanca," Feb. 15-"Love & Basketball," and Feb. 22-"The Wiz." All screenings are at 7:30 p.m. and tickets can be purchased at bctboxoffice.org, 812-323-3020, or the BCT Box Office & Downtown Visitors Center at 114 E. Kirkwood Ave.
ADOPTION EVENT AND BAKE SALE, noon to 4 p.m., Feb. 8, Petco, 1337 N. National Road, Columbus. Visit with the kitties and grab a sweet treat to support The Litter Box Kitty Rescue organization.
ANNUAL HAM AND TURKEY DINNER, 4 to 7 p.m., Feb. 9, Zion Lutheran Church, 1501 Gaiser Drive, Seymour. Zion Lutheran Church will hold its Annual Ham and Turkey Dinner with all the trimmings. A freewill offering will be taken. Proceeds will go to mission projects. Carry-out will be available. Call the church office with questions at 812-522-1089.
YELLOW TRAIL MUSEUM ANNUAL DINNER MEETING, 6 to 8 p.m., Feb. 11, Willow Leaves Theatre, 326 Jackson St., Hope. The Yellow Trail Museum will host its Annual Museum Dinner/meeting, beginning with dinner at 6 p.m., followed by a short program by Deb Slone about the Women’s Suffrage Movement which began 100 years ago this year. There will be a brief business meeting. New museum memberships will be accepted that evening and participants may volunteer for committees. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 812-371-7969 by Feb. 6th.
"GODSPELL" MUSICAL DINNER THEATRE, 6 p.m. Feb. 14, 15, 21, 22, The Pines Evergreen Room, 4120 U.S. 31, Seymour. Plays performed by the Jackson County Community Theatre. Reservations required. Reservations at jcct.org or 812-358-5228.
NON-DINNER "GODSPELL" MATINEE, 2:30 p.m. Feb. 16, The Pines Evergreen Room, 4120 U.S. 31, Seymour. Reservations available but not required. Reservations at jcct.org or 812-358-5228.
CUPID SKATE, 7 to 9 p.m., Feb. 14, 15, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Join us for our annual Cupid Skate! Cost is $4.50 for adults, $4 for kids, and $2 for skate or scooter rental. Kids ages 4 and under are free.
WINTERBLISS WELLNESS RETREAT, All day, Feb. 14-16, Abe Martin Lodge, Brown County State Park, Nashville. WinterBliss is an 2.5-day retreat dedicated to renewal, restoration, and winter dreaming in the Brown County State Park. Registration fee ($99 to $169) covers the entire workshop curriculum. Food and optional lodging are extra. Time to enjoy an unforgettable weekend of warmth, community, self-discovery, and celebration! For more information, visit facebook.com/winterblisswellnessretreat, call 317-501-9000, or email [email protected]
VALENTINE’S VOW RENEWAL FOR PUBLIC, Feb. 14, First United Methodist Church, 618 Eighth St., Columbus. Church will host an opportunity for couples to renew their marriage vows on Valentine’s Day. This is a free offering in the hopes that participants will donate to our Love-A-Child Preschool Scholarship fund. Ceremonies offered between 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5 to 6:30 p.m. RSVP to the church office at (812) 372-2851. The short ceremony will include a beautifully decorated chapel, a brief liturgy, repeating of vows, blessing of the rings, and a prayer. Anyone is welcome to attend!
FLUID FRIDAY: PAINT NIGHT, DATE NIGHT, 6 to 8 p.m., by Feb. 14, Southern Indiana Center for the Arts, 2001 N. Ewing St., Seymour. Join instructor Atalie Antcliff for an evening of fabulously fun fluid art: abstract acrylic pour painting. Participants will work together to create a multi canvas work of art- each canvas is 11″ x 17″; the perfect size for home or office. This special class will include two professional gallery style canvases per pair, desserts, and beverages. No previous experience necessary. For more information or to register, call SICA at (812) 522-2ART, email [email protected] or find the event on Facebook and Eventbrite. Deadline to sign up is February 13.
VALENTINE’S DATE NIGHT, 6:30 to 9 p.m., Feb. 14, Chateau de Pique Winery, 6361 N County Rd 760 E, Seymour. Enjoy a romantic evening for two with wine, cheese and live music in a memorable setting. It’s $20 per couple and includes two glasses of wine, cheese and a special release bottle of wine.
VALENTINE’S DAY AT FEAR FAIR, 8 to 11 p.m., Feb. 14, 15, Freeman Municipal Airport, 800 A Ave E, Seymour. A twist on your Valentine’s Day celebration! Make your Valentine’s heart flutter in a different way this year with the "Roses Are Dead" Fear Fair Haunted House. This event is perfect for groups as well! Order tickets to "Roses Are Dead" at https://fearfair.com/tickets
HARD TRUTH FORMAL, 6:30 to 11:30 p.m., Feb. 14, Hard Truth Hills, 418 Old State Road 46, Nashville. This 21-and-older event is prom for grown-ups — formal attire, snacks, music, photo booth, and plenty of Hard Truth spirits. A King and Queen of Hearts will even be crowned! Partygoers can reserve a spot at our special pre-formal dinner featuring a three-course, prix-fixe menu with select beer and cocktail pairings. Dinner reservations are limited, so, buy them up fast! Once you’ve snagged your tickets, reserve those limousines, order your corsages and boutonnières, and get those dancing shoes ready! Dance, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Dinner, reservations available from 6:30 p.m. Dance only, $15 per person. Dinner and dance, $70 per person.
VALENTINE’S DANCE, 6:30 to 11 p.m., Feb. 15, the Knights of Columbus Council 1252, 118 E. Second St. Enjoy a night of food, drinks, music and Dancing. Heavy appetizers will be served beginning at 6:30 p.m. and Soul Express will play from 8 to 11 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person, or $10 if you don’t want food. Purchase tickets by stopping by the K of C after 4 p.m. This is an event that’s open to the public.
VALENTINE’S DINNER AT STORY INN, 7 to 10 p.m., Feb. 15, Story Inn Bed & Breakfast, 6404 State Road 135 South, Nashville. Share a special dinner with your special someone, complete with gourmet food and perfectly paired cocktails. All attendees must be 21 or over. Ticket sales end Friday, February 14 at 7 p.m. Gratuity Service for 1 – $10; Dinner Ticket (must be 21+) – $65.39.
NON SHOW/ICE SHOW CLASS REGISTRATION, all day, Feb. 18, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive. Registration for Ice Show and Non Ice Show classes begins Feb. 18. Classes will run March 3 through the week of April 17. If you wish to register for the ice show you must have already pre-registered for your costume. For more information please call Hamilton Community Center and Ice Arena at 812-376-2686 or go to columbusparksandrec.com.
AMERICAN SEWING GUILD NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING, 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. first Saturday of the month, Mar. 7, 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 and your latest project to show and tell. Sewing enthusiasts of all ages and skills are welcome. If you have questions, contact Marilyn at [email protected].
BINGO, 6:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, VFW, 215 N. National Road. Open to the public.
BINGO, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. Open to the public.
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.
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.
49 FRIDAYS, 8 to 9 a.m. Fridays, Lucabe Coffee Company, 310 Fourth St., Columbus. Join us each Friday for caffeinated conversation as we learn from entrepreneurs and innovators. Each session features a business founder discussing his or her entrepreneurial journey or information that is helpful to business startups.
BROWN COUNTY SIPPIN’ TRIP, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., each Saturday of the month, Brown County Visitors Center, 211 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Sample some of Brown County’s best beverages as you tour and taste at multiple distilleries, wineries, and breweries. The tour begins and ends at the Brown County Visitors Center. A packed lunch and shuttle-bus transportation is provided. Cost $55.
COLUMBUS AREA RAILROAD CLUB OPEN HOUSE, with four operating layouts, from noon to 4 p.m. third Saturday of each month (Feb. 15) at the Johnson County Park headquarters building at Camp Atterbury. If you love trains, come to an open house to see a variety of model trains and layouts. Information: Greg Harter, 812-350-8636; columbusarearailroadclub.com; or info@columbusarea railroadclub.com.
Fundraisers, nonprofits
PARKINSON’S JAZZ FUNDRAISER, 6 to 10 a.m., Feb. 7, Seymour’s Chateau de Pique Winery, 6361 N. County Road 760E, Seymour. Recording artists Johnny Martel and Franklin Indiana’s John Strickland Duo with opening act Ang Trio. Light food included. Tickets $23; buy online at eventbrite.com. Net proceeds to National Parkinson’s research.
BOY SCOUT TROOP 588 PANCAKE BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER, 7:30 to 10:30 a.m., Feb. 8, Flintwood Wesleyan Church, 5300 E 25th St., Columbus. Pancake breakfast, a silent auction, and rummage sale.
LOVE IS… VALENTINE’S BANQUET FUNDRAISER, 7 p.m., Feb. 8, Pewter Hall, 850 W Sweet St., Brownstown. You and your Valentine can help continue a local tradition and festival through the Love Is… Valentine’s Fundraiser. The event includes dinner, drinks, music, dancing, a silent auction and more. Tickets available online, from committee members, at the Jackson County Visitor Center, Family Drug and People’s Bank.
Galleries, museums & exhibits
HOOSIER ARTIST GALLERY, 45 Jefferson St., Nashville; Winter hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily; Valentine worthy art is featured at Hoosier Artist Gallery in February. Jewelry artists Beth Parrock, Ruth Wert, Anabel Hopkins, and Sally Kinsey will display their original creations for this special Valentine month. Other small gifts include felted miniatures, mosaic pieces, painted gourds, pottery, and wood crafted items. Original paintings, torn paper collage, photography, stained glass, and furniture are also on exhibit.
INDIANA THROUGH THE SEASONS, ongoing, B3 Gallery, 61 W. Main St., upstairs, Nashville; special showing of work by Bloomington photographer Gary Morrison.
SHARING THE HISTORY AND HERITAGE OF BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, Bartholomew County Historical Society, 524 Third St., Columbus; exhibit, designed by RedBox of Chicago, includes a detailed timeline with items from the BCHS collection, a hands-on map table that features maps dating back to the early 1800s, a Notable People wall and a Then and Now/Did you know carousel full of fun facts. Group tours for guests of all ages are available upon request; information 812-372-3541 or bartholomewhistory.org.
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, Hartsville, 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.
ATTERBURY-BAKALAR AIR MUSEUM, located at the Columbus Municipal Airport will be closed until March 3 for annual winter maintenance. Tours may still be scheduled by calling the museum at 812-372-4356. The museum preserves the history of the former Atterbury Army Air Field later named Bakalar Air Force Base. Visit the museum at atterburybakalarairmuseum.org, and on Facebook.
T.C. STEELE STATE HISTORIC SITE, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday. Guided building tours are every hour at quarter past the hour from 10:15 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., 4220 T.C. Steele Road, Nashville. Explore the new Singing Winds Visitor Center, encounter art in the locations where Steele originally painted it, find art activities and games for all ages in the outdoor studio and enjoy guided tours of the Steeles’ home and Large Studio. Information: 812-988-2785.
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].
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.
JENNINGS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM, 335 Brown St., Vernon. Information: 812-346-8989, jenningscounty.org.
BROWN COUNTY ART GUILD ANNUAL PATRON & YOUTH EXHIBITS, Brown County Art Guild, 48 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Admire a wide variety of art from both talented patrons and the next generation of artists. Submit your own masterpiece or simply come see other’s creations. January and February Guild hours: by appointment Mondays through Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 12 to 4 p.m. Sundays.
411 GALLERY, 411 Sixth St., Columbus. Scheduled: 50/50, 12 to 4 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays, through Feb. 14, a Community Art Project brings together 50 community members to create a group show of small pieces, each with their own take on a common theme; COLLABORATION%5E3, noon to 4 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays, until Feb. 14, a group exhibition by Bob Anderson, Bobbie K Owens and Laurie Wright is the result when three personal aesthetics, three different media and three decades of friendship merge as collective works of art. Information: artsincolumbus.org/411.
THE REPUBLIC BUILDING GALLERY, 333 Second St., Columbus. The Indiana University J. Irwin Miller Architecture Program presents 10 X Relay. There will be a panel discussion with the artists during the reception beginning at 7 p.m. The exhibition will continue to Feb. 27.
Ongoing
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.
