Kids and teens
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled:1’s & 2’s Storytime, 10 a.m. July 25; Just for Babies Storytime: 0-13 months, 11 a.m. July 25; Reading Time with Lottie: Ages 5-12, 11 a.m. July 25, 29; Teen Dungeons and Dragons, 4 p.m. July 25; Build a Better Reader Ages 4-7 5:30 p.m. July 25; Life-Size Games IN SPACE Grades 4-6, 1 p.m. July 26; Life-Size Games for Teens IN SPACE, 2:30 p.m. July 26; Storytime with Llama Llama Ages 3-6, 4 p.m. July 26; American Girl club Age 6-12, 3 p.m. July 27; Doctor Trek Wars Intergalactic Space Dance Party for Teens, 6 p.m. July 29; Rockin’ Storytime with Mr. Dave, 10 a.m. July 30; Teen STEAM at Hope: Egg Drop, 4 p.m. July 30; Monster of the Week, Grades 4-6, 4 p.m., July 31; You’re a Wizard Harry! For Teens, 6 p.m. July 31. 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.
COLIN G. MATTHEWS: THE VIOLIN MAN ON THE PLAZA, 6 p.m. July 26, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Enjoy the sounds of Colin G. Matthews as he plays popular music from the 1940s to the present. This is music not commonly performed on the violin. Rain location: Red Room.
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.
BACK TO SCHOOL SKATE, 1 to 3 p.m. Aug. 2, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Send the summer off right with an afternoon of free skating. This event is free. Organizers will be collecting school supplies, which will be donated to the Bartholomew County School Supply Assistance Program.
FOUNDATION FOR YOUTH FUN FEST, 10 a.m. Aug. 3, Foundation For Youth, 405 Hope Ave., Columbus. A family style carnival day at FFY. Games, food and fun. Admission is free, but many games will require tickets, which may be purchased for $1 each or 20 for $10. Hope Avenue will be opened for carnival games, food, community booths, cornhole, basketball, firetrucks provided by Columbus Fire Department and more. Go to foundationforyouth.com or call 812-348-4558, extension 207, for more information.
HOOSIER PRO WRESTLING: ‘SUMMER BLAST,’ 7:45-10:15 p.m. Aug. 3, Bartholomew County Fairgrounds, 750 W. County Road 200S, Columbus. Seven big pro-wrestling matches with all your favorite HPW stars, concessions, T-shirts, wrestling merchandise. Tickets $12, but kids 4 and under free.
Music, live performances
EIGHTH ANNUAL INDIANA STATE FINGERSTYLE COMPETITION, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 27, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. More than 20 talented competitors vie for nationally recognized title and trophy, a custom-made $5,000 guitar. Beer, wine, mixed drinks, sandwiches, snacks sold in auditorium. Also for sale separately: evening concert of winners/special guests 7:30 p.m. is $24.50, or VIP for $34.50.
JCB NEIGHBORFEST, 6-8 p.m. Aug. 1, downtown Columbus, area of Washington and Fourth streets. All ages are welcome to listen, dance and have fun. Scheduled: Aug. 1, The Jackson Way performing hits from across the decades; Sept. 5: Tic Tac Flow, four friends playing folk rock, hip hop and everything in between. For more info visit artsincolumbus.org.
BUSTOCK FREE MUSIC FESTIVAL, 6 p.m. Aug. 2 to 3, Chateau de Pique Brewery & Winery, in Seymour. Free live music, beer and wine tasting, food trucks, and beer and wine for purchase. Free Chateau de Pique beer and wine Tasting 6 to 8 p.m. in the barn and on the patio, with live music at 6:30 p.m.; Gage Mull performs Aug. 2, Franny Hall performs Aug. 3. Scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Aug. 2: The Indiana Boys and Those Darn Torpedoes (Tom Petty tribute band). Scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Aug. 3: These Fine Gentlemen and Glamerica (1980s rocking tribute band). Overnight camping available. Information: 812-522-9296. For complete details, go online at wjaa.net.
DONNER PARK VARIETY SHOWS, 7-9 p.m. Aug. 10, Sept. 28, Donner Park shelter house, Columbus. Free admission. Rain or shine.
GERSHWIN & FRIENDS: A BROADWAY SONGBOOK CABARET, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 2, 3, 9, 10, 11, 2 p.m. Aug. 4, 11, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Witty and clever walk through the greatest music from Tin Pan Alley to the early days of Broadway features classic songs from George & Ira Gershwin as well as their friends and colleagues including Cole Porter, Harold Arlen, Jerome Kern, Hoagy Carmichael, Rogers & Hart, Kay Swift and more. Doors open a half-hour before showtime. Concessions available.
LUNCH & LAUGHTER, noon Aug. 14, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. A lunch production by Reader’s Theater. Lunch by provided with ticket. Cost $5 member/$10 non-members. Register by Aug. 12.
PREMIERE OF ‘RING OF FIRE,’ 5:30 p.m. Aug. 16, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Annual fundraiser and special premiere of “Ring of Fire,” a musical about the “man in black,” Johnny Cash. Pre-show festivities include karaoke, casual dinner, cash bar and silent auction. You are encouraged to wear black. In celebration of our 70th year, tickets are $70 per person. Order online or call the box office by Aug. 10. Doors open 5:30 p.m., with the performance 7:30 p.m.
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.
Talks, lectures, classes
MRC CONNECT, 10 a.m. July 25, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. At 10 a.m., a guest from Indiana Landmarks will give the talk, “Landmarks of Justice: Preserving Indiana’s County Courthouses.” At 11 a.m., Todd Hostetler, CRH wellness manager, will deliver the talk, “Too old to exercise? Studies say no!”
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 katie mcburnett.racewire.com. 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: IN.COLUMBUS@us.artofliving.org.
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
HENRY MOORE’S BIRTHDAY PARTY, 6 p.m. July 27, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Moore, the sculptor of Large Arch, was born on July 30, 1898. Learn about Henry Moore and Large Arch with a pop-up exhibit with materials from the Columbus Indiana Architectural Archives. Local sculptor Bob Pulley will to lead an all-ages art activity. There will be music, activities and cake. Bring a picnic and enjoy the day.
SUMMER BLOCK PARTY, 6-9 p.m. July 27, Seventh Street between Lafayette and Franklin streets, Columbus. Sponsored by Community Downtown, a counseling and support program through Community Church of Columbus. Free summer block event that features live music from local bands Bartholomew, Here Together and SARX. Free burgers and brats, and children’s activities also available. All ages welcome.
HOPE SUMMER CRUISE-INS, 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 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: American Sign Language Meet-up, 10 a.m. July 25; Make and Take Sign Making, 6 p.m. July 29. Register for events at mybcpl.org under “events.” Information: 812-379-1255.
COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1959 60TH REUNION, times vary, all day July 26 to 27. Locations: Hopkins Farm, July 26; Hilton Garden Inn, July 27.
1979 COLUMBUS NORTH HIGH SCHOOL 40TH CLASS REUNION, 7-11 p.m. July 26, Garage Pub and Grill, 308 Fourth St., Columbus. Columbus North High School Tour at 11 a.m. July 27. Saturday night party at Kevin Silva’s House in Indianapolis — 7709 Hague Road, 46256.
AMERICAN SEWING GUILD NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING, 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Aug. 3, 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 a philanthropic sewing project. Bring your interest in sewing, your latest project to show and tell, and your own beverage and snack. This month, learn about binding a quilt by machine. This will be a hands-on session, so bring your machine, sewing supplies, and a simple practice quilt. There will be handouts for everyone. If you are not on the email list you may request a copy of the materials list by emailing Marilyn. Feel free to come and use the session as a demonstration time if you rather not participate in the hands-on portion. Sewing enthusiasts of all ages, skills welcome. Have questions or want a copy of materials needed for the session project contact Marilyn at marilyndesigned@aol.com.
STOCKOVER FAMILY REUNION, noon to 3 p.m. Aug. 18, White Creek United Methodist Church, 6730 West 930S, Columbus. Lunch at 12:30 p.m. Please bring a covered dish to share. Beverage and table service will be provided. If you have questions, please contact Gene or Connie at geneeber@msn.com or 513-245-1609.
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 (Aug. 17) except in September at the Johnson County Park headquarters building at Camp Atterbury. Information: Greg Harter, 812-350-8636; columbusarearail roadclub.com; or info@columbusare arailroadclub.com.
Galleries, museums & exhibits
CLEO TURNS 50 EXHIBIT OPENING, noon to 6 p.m., July 27, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. The Cleo Rogers Memorial Library, designed by architect I.M. Pei, opened to the public in 1969 and has served as the main branch of Bartholomew County Public Libraries for 50 years. The “Cleo Turns 50” exhibition will share community memories of this special building and celebrate the many ways it has shaped civic consciousness. Drop by to see the exhibit (before 6) and stick around for the Henry Moore birthday party.
‘FIRST SUNSET OF SUMMER,’ 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, through Aug. 10, Columbus Learning Center, 4555 Central Ave., exhibition of works by Bob Schwartzkopf and Bob Pulley. For information contact Chris Beach 812 314-8507 or chris@ educationcoalition.com
T.C. STEELE STATE HISTORIC SI TE, 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, where you can get up close with original Steele paintings. Plus, wander the beautiful grounds and gardens cultivated by T.C. Steele’s wife Selma during their time in Brown County. Information: 812-988-2785 and indianamuseum.org/t-c-steele-state-historic-site.
(IN)PLACE EXHIBITION, noon to 4 p.m. through Aug. 9 Thursday through Saturday, 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.
GALLERY 506, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 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 rbrooks12@ivytech.edu.
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
SING FOR THEIR SUPPER — LOVE CHAPEL BENEFIT, 7 p.m. July 27, First United Methodist Church, 618 Eighth St., Columbus. Featuring musicians from the Columbus community and surrounding area, the theme for this year’s event is “love.” The event is free and open to the public, but donations will be accepted and encouraged to help support the mission of Love Chapel. Some of the performers this year include: Jenny Heichelbech with her two sons, Sam and Eli; Ed Browne; Camilla Gehring; Cindy McMillin; Doug and Dianne Sprunger; Dan and Linda Mustard; Allison Kunkler; Tayler Seymour; and Kevin Butler. Information: 812-372-2851 or kbutler@fumccolumbus.org.
ANNUAL ARTS FUNDRAISER: UNCOMMON CAUSE, 7 p.m. Aug. 10, Harrison Lake Country Club, 588 N. Country Club Road, Columbus. An invitation to consider all your senses as you experience our vibrant and creative community. All are welcome you to join in to celebrate the mission to strengthen the community through arts and culture. For tickets and more info: artsincolumbus.org.
ANNUAL ARTS FUNDRAISER: UNCOMMON CAUSE, 7-11 p.m. Aug. 10, Harrison Lake Country Club, 588 N. Country Club Road, Columbus. This year’s Uncommon Cause theme is “Color Your Senses.” All are welcome to join in to celebrate the mission to strengthen the community through arts and culture. For tickets and more info, visit artsincolumbus.org/ucc.
VET TO VET BREAKFAST, 7-11 a.m., Aug. 11, ETC Building, West O&M Ave., North Vernon. Vet to Vet Breakfast is a monthly fundraiser. One of its aims is lowering suicide rates in southern Indiana. It is open to all southern Indiana veterans. Meetings take place every Thursday at the North Vernon ETC. The group shares knowledge and offers connections with fellow veterans.
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, 5718 Indiana Road 46W, Nashville. 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.
