Kids and teens
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: 1’s and 2’s Storytime, 10 a.m. Nov. 21; Just for Babies Storytime: 0-13 months, 11 a.m. Nov. 21; Teen Dungeons and Dragons, 4 p.m. Nov. 21; Build a Better Reader, ages 4-7, 5:30 p.m. Nov. 21; Spanish Storytime Ages 0-5, 10:30 a.m. Nov. 22; A Very ‘Frozen’ Storytime, 4 p.m. Nov. 22; Hogwarts for Muggles for Teens, 4 p.m. Nov. 22; Saturday Storytime Ages 1-5, 10:30 a.m. Nov. 23; American Girl Club Ages 6-12, 3 p.m. Nov. 23; Art Smart for Teens, 4 p.m. Nov. 25; French Storytime ages 11-18, 4:30 p.m. Nov. 26; French Storytime Ages 0-10, 5 p.m. Nov. 26; Super Smash Bros for Teens, 1 p.m. Nov. 27. Register: mybcpl.org.
SKATE WITH SANTA, noon to 4 p.m. Nov. 30, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Skate with Santa, make reindeer food and have loads of fun! Cost is $7.50 per person including skate rental.
WHOVILLE SKATE, 2-4 p.m. Dec. 21, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Skate with the Grinch and have a magical time in Whoville! Cost is $4.50 for adults, $4 for kids, and $2 for skate and scooter rental. Kids ages 4 and under are free.
Music, live performances
FINGERSTYLE GUITARIST KADE PUCKETT, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 22, The Harlequin Theatre (inside FairOaks mall), 2380 25th St. in Columbus. Tickets $15 in advance at Viewpoint Books in downtown Columbus or online at brownpapertickets.com. $20 at the door. Cash bar available. Information and reservations: 812-343-4597.
BOB ZANY COMEDY SHOW, 7 p.m. Nov. 22, Pixy Theatre, 111 S. Walnut St., Edinburgh; local comedians Jan Tatlock and Dave Cross of Happy Place Comedy are bringing comedian Bob Zany to the Pixy; a regular on the “Bob and Tom” show with the Zany Reports and Fix the Joke, he has appeared on over a thousand national television shows from the “Tonight Show” to a 17-year stint appearing and co-hosting the Jerry Lewis telethon. Doors open at 6 p.m., and the show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 and $20 for VIP; 812-344-7593
SONGS OF THE VIETNAM WAR, 2 p.m. Nov. 23, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus; event is a combination of musical genres and features live performance along with the playing of a few 45s.
COLUMBUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: ‘WINTER IS COMING!’ 3:30 p.m. Nov. 24, The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus; annual holiday concert with a twist, featuring special guests Phil Palermo (violin) and the Jennings County High School Orchestra members performing the suite from the hit TV series “Game of Thrones,” and “Winter” from Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons,” in addition to works by Beethoven, Balmages and holiday favorites. This concert is free and open to the public.
COLUMBUS CITY BAND SONGS OF THE SEASON AND CHRISTMAS CLASSICS CONCERT, 2 p.m. Dec. 1, The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus. Kick off December with a program packed with holiday favorites, and maybe some new tunes. Admission is free. Info: columbus cityband.org.
FRIDAYS @ FIRST, First United Methodist Church, 618 Eighth St., Columbus. Future performances: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 6, “Celebrate the Season” with FUMC Chancel Choir, Chancel Ringers, CEHS “Center Stage.” Info: fumccolumbus.org/fridaysfirst/.
WEDNESDAY OPEN MIC, 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesdays, Brown County Inn, 51 State Road 46 East, Nashville. Hosted by local musicians David Sisson and Jason Blankenship in the CornCrib Lounge. Food, drinks. Live music from singers, songwriters and performers. Info: browncountyinn.com.
Theater, Films
‘BENDING THE ARC,’ 7 p.m. Dec. 5, Columbus Learning Center, 4555 Central Ave., Columbus. In honor of World AIDS Day on Dec. 1, ARTS For AIDS is showing the movie of the life and work of Dr. Paul Farmer, which continues beyond his book, “Mountains Beyond Mountains.” The film covers the struggles of people with AIDS in the developing world of Haiti. Enjoy Afro-centric music, an African bazaar, refreshments, and a cash bar.
Talks, lectures, classes
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
TURKEY TROT, 9-11 a.m. Nov. 26, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park, Drive, Columbus. Join for the annual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk on Thanksgiving morning! Free event. Donations will be accepted for the Chuck Wilt Youth Scholarship Fund.
3-ON-3 HOCKEY TOURNAMENT, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 29, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Hamilton Community Center and Ice Arena invites you, teammates and families to enjoy the experience at this years 3-on-3 pond-less hockey tournament. Cost is $15 per youth, $55 per adult team.
BALLROOM DANCE, 7-10 p.m. Dec. 14, The Commons, 300 Block of Washington Street, Columbus; tickets and inquiries may be directed to [email protected]; tickets are also available at the door. Admission is $25/person.
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: foundationforyouth .com.
Seasonal
HOLIDAY WREATH CLASS, 10 a.m. to noon, Nov. 21, 1 to 3 p.m. Nov. 23, Henry Breeding Farm, 13730 W., County Road 100N, Edinburgh; wreath-making classes hosted by the Bartholomew County Historical Society and South Central Indiana Master Gardener Association; participants will go home with a wreath made from natural greens and get hands-on support making the wreath and a bow. All supplies are provided, including fresh greens and ribbon. Hot Apple cider and cookies will be served. Cost: $20 per adult for Bartholomew County Historical Society members and SCIMGA Members, $25 per adult for Non-BCHS members or non-Master Gardener Members. Register: Call BCHS at 812-372-3541.
CHRISTMAS MARKET, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 23, First Baptist Church, 3300 Fairlawn Drive, Columbus. Second annual Christmas Market highlighting art works and crafts in various media including glass, wood, watercolors, fabric, and many more created by local artists and craftsmen. Food will be provided.
THANKSGIVING DINNER, noon to 3 p.m. Nov. 23, America and Roby Anderson Community Center, 421 McClure St., Columbus; all are welcome to eat at the annual Thanksgiving Dinner; no reservations required.
THE SEASONS HOLIDAY ART AND CRAFT SHOW, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 29, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 30, Seasons Lodge and Conference Center, 560 E State Road 46, Nashville; juried show with nearly 40 fine artists and fine crafters, breakfast, brunch, or lunch is available at the show; admission and parking are both free
HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA ALL VENDOR EVENT, from crafts to authors to businesses. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 30-Dec. 1, Bartholomew County 4-H Fairgrounds, County Road 200W in Garden City. Organizers still accepting vendors. Free to the public. Information: Debi, 812-371-4128.
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS PARADE, 6-9 p.m. Dec. 7, downtown Columbus, area of Washington and Fourth streets. The 29th annual Festival of Lights Parade features up to 100 floats, animal units and walking groups created by local corporations, businesses and community groups. Two-hour parade winds around the core of downtown. As darkness falls, the streets of downtown Columbus light up with thousands of twinkling lights. Ends with Thommasson, Thommasson, Long & Gutherie QMIX 107.3 Musical Holiday Fireworks.
CHRISTMAS BALLROOM DANCE, 7-10 p.m. Dec. 15, The Commons, 300 Block of Washington St., Columbus; tickets and inquiries may be directed to [email protected]; tickets are also available at the door. Admission is $25/person.
FALL-WINTER FARMERS MARKET, 10 a.m. Saturdays through Dec. 21, parking lot at 14th Street and Central Avenue. Farmers and vendors selling local beef, cold brew coffee, produce, meat, eggs, dairy, baked goods, organic produce, honey, chicken, pork and more.
Miscellaneous
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: ‘Online Resources at Your Public Library,’ 10 a.m. Nov. 21 at Mill Race Center; Civil War Book Discussion Group, 7 p.m. Nov. 22; Art for AIDS Book Discussion: ‘Mountains Beyond Mountains,’ 10 a.m. Nov. 23; Dementia Friendly Training, 2 p.m. Nov. 25; ‘Physics Explained,’ 6 p.m. Nov. 25; Christmas Quilling, 6 p.m. Nov. 26. Register for events at mybcpl.org under “events.” Information: 812-379-1255.
PURDUE EXTENSION SHOWCASE, 4-6:30 p.m. Nov. 21, Purdue Extension, 783 S. Marr Road, Columbus, see what the Purdue Extension Offices have to offer the community during the annual Purdue Extension Showcase. Interactive displays, demonstrations and light snacks will be available. All are welcome.
AMERICAN SEWING GUILD NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING, 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. first Saturday of the month, Dec. 7, Bartholomew County REMC, 1697 W. Deaver Road, Columbus. 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].
NORTH CHRISTIAN CHURCH ART AUCTION, ongoing, 850 Tipton Lane in Columbus. Online art auction featuring oil paintings of 17 Columbus landmarks created by internationally-known artist Weiming Zhao. View, bid on the paintings at auctionsandrealestate.com. The paintings are being exhibited at North Christian Church and may be seen on Mondays and Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. To come at a different time, contact Nancy Hoover at [email protected].
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.
COLUMBUS AREA RAILROAD CLUB OPEN HOUSE, with four operating layouts, the third Saturday of each month at the Johnson County Park headquarters building at Camp Atterbury. Information: Greg Harter, 812-350-8636; columbus arearailroadclub.com; or [email protected].
Fundraisers, nonprofits
29TH ANNUAL COOKIE WALK, 9 a.m. to noon, Nov. 23, First United Methodist Church, 618 Eighth St., Columbus. Create your own box of decorated and specialty cookies sold by the pound, and add peanut brittle, fudge, candy, divinity, and more, including vegan and allergy friendly. All proceeds go to support local, state, and international missions.
UNIVERSAL MARKET, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 7, Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 7850 W. Goeller Road, Columbus. Universal Holiday Market features high quality/home-made items from artisans, non-profit organizations, and several different faith traditions. There will also be home-made breakfast treats and a delicious soup and dessert lunch. Another attraction of the event is the Children’s Emporium where youngsters can shop for adults and friends at very low cost. No admission fee, and everyone will find something to enjoy! Hours are 9 am- 3pm. Information at 812-342-6230.
CHRISTMAS CARDS FOR CAMP ATTERBURY USO, through November, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Donate blank Christmas cards which we will take to the Camp Atterbury USO in early December to be available to soldiers stationed there. Drop your cards at the main library or at the Hope Branch Library.
HEROES TREE, through November, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Make ornament in honor of a veteran and place it on one of our Heroes Trees located at our main entrance and Children’s Department.
Galleries, museums & exhibits
CHRISTMAS OF YESTERYEAR, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Nov. 22, Yellow Trail Museum, 644 Main St., Hope. Travel back in time to experience the Christmas season. Stop by the museum for cookie decorating and to purchase some delicious items from our bake sale. Enjoy carolers on the square and a live Nativity. Don’t forget to stop by for a visit with Santa.
MEET ARTIST GABRIEL LEHMAN, 4-7 p.m. Nov. 30, B3 Gallery, 61 W. Main St., upstairs, Nashville; Lehman is an Indiana artisan and Brown County resident. He paints in an illustrative surrealist style, creating work that is playful, fun and filled with color. During the holiday open house he will be painting in the gallery and visitors can meet him and learn more about his work.
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; 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 bartholomew history.org
GALLERY 506: Balthazar Korab: Photographer of Architecture, through Dec. 31, 506 Fifth St. at the Columbus Area Visitors Center in downtown Columbus. Information: 378-2622.
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.
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.
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 and indianamuseum.org/ t-c-steele-state- historic-site.
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. Info: 812-988-6185, 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, jenningscounty.org.
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.
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.
