Editor’s note: The following listings have been edited to reflect the cancellations due to concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.
Kids and teens
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled online: Family Trivia: Harry Potter via Zoom, 4 p.m., March 26; Outdoor Song and Rhyme Time on the Plaza, 12:30 p.m., March 30; Virtual Family Game Night: Charades via Zoom, 4 p.m., March 30; Captain Cash Grades 2-5, 3:30 p.m., April 6; Pizza Storytime, 10:30 a.m., April 6, 13, 20, 27; Music & Movement, 4 p.m., April 6;
JENNINGS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 2375 State Road 3N, North Vernon. Scheduled: Wild Things Storytime, 10 a.m., March 26, April 2; Friday Night Madness, 6 p.m., March 26; Book and Babies, 6 p.m., March 29; Wee One’s Dance Time, 6:30 p.m., March 29; Wild Things Storytime, 6 p.m., March 30; S.T.E.M Club, 7 p.m., March 30; Books and Babies, 10 a.m., March 31; Wee One’s Dance Time, 10:30 a.m., March 31; Let’s Get Artsy, 6 p.m., April 1; Tween Time, 6 p.m., April 1.
BUILDER’S GUILD-VIRTUAL PROGRAM, Join the Bartholomew County Public Library’s Builder’s Guild and participate in building challenges, exchange ideas, and share creations in the virtual headquarters. LEGOs, K’Nex, Minecraft, and all building materials and formats welcome. This is an ongoing program, so participate whenever you like. Email [email protected] to join or visit the kids page of the BCPL website for more information.
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE, March 15 to 27, Jennings County Public Library, 2375 State Road 3N, North Vernon. This is a free-will donation book sale.
4-H EASTER EGG HUNT, 6 p.m., March 31, Bartholomew County Fairgrounds, 750 W. County Road 200S, Columbus. Come join an all-ages Easter egg hunt at the community building located at the Bartholomew County 4-H Fairgrounds. The hunt will begin at 6 p.m. Organizers ask attendees to wear masks.
NO BUNNY LOVES YOU LIKE JESUS, 1 to 4 p.m., April 3, Healing Waters Ministries, 2330 Midway St., Columbus. Community Easter event with a special guest appearance. Bring the family, invite some friends, and come for a few hours of Easter fun. Bring your Easter basket for the egg hunt. Hotdogs will be served off the grill and prizes will be given throughout the afternoon.
Music
LOVE TRIANGLE, 7:30 p.m., March 27, Columbus North High School Auditorium, 1400 25th St., Columbus. A tragically romantic love triangle: Clara and Robert Schumann and Johannes Brahms. Following Robert’s untimely death, his wife Clara and Johannes remained close. Just how close remains unknown to this day. Hear passionate works by the men who loved her, along with Clara’s inspired piano music. Featuring Sean Chen on piano.
BACHPOURRI! SELECTED BACH WORKS FOR SOLO VIOLIN AND CELLO, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., March 28, Facebook live or Zoom. Join Columbus Symphony Orchestra for an afternoon of their favorite works by J.S. Bach. This potpourri will include Prelude from Suite 1 in G, Allemande from Suite 3 in C, and Courante from Suite 6 in D, among others. This event will be livestreamed on the orchestra’s Facebook page and on Zoom. Contact the orchestra at [email protected] for more information.
SMALL TOWN CITY CONCERT, 7:30 p.m., April 16, First United Methodist Church, 618 Eighth St., Columbus. First United Methodist Church will host an in-person and virtual Fridays@First concert featuring the duo Small Town City with two members of the a cappella group Straight No Chaser, Ryan Alhwardt and Mike Luginbill. To attend the concert in person, you must reserve your seat by emailing Kevin Butler at [email protected] beginning April 5. Attendance will be limited. The concert will be livestreamed on the church Facebook page. Information: 812-372-2851.
Talks, lectures, classes
NOURISH YOUR BONES AND JOINTS, 1 to 2 p.m., March 26, virtual or Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. Our bones and joints are truly our physical foundation, so keeping them strong is vital for an active life. Attend either virtually or in person at Mill Race Center. Register with Mill Race Center for in person by calling 812-376-9241 or through Eventbrite at https://bit.ly/3csNzcY, for the virtual format.
ELEVATE, 3 to 5 p.m., March 30, April 6, 13, 20, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. ELEVATE — Taking Your Relationship to the Next Level is an interactive couple’s education program that blends practical skills with an understanding of the heart-brain-behavior connection to enhance a healthy relationship. Together as a couple, you will initiate discussions, learn and practice several skills to maintain a healthy and stable relationship. No matter where you are in your relationship, the skills you’ll learn will have a lifelong impact. Cost is $10 per person to cover book fees. This class is for those of any age and any background who are willing to learn and have fun at the same time. Class size is limited and seating will enable physical distancing. For more information, call the Bartholomew County Extension Office at 812-379-1665 or email [email protected]
SINGLE AND PARENTING, 6:30 p.m., Feb. 23 to March 27, Community Church of Columbus, 522 Seventh St., Columbus. A 12-week support and connection group for single parents at any stage of parenting. Sessions are in person and childcare is provided. For further information/registration www.cccolumbus.org/events or call 812-348-6257.
VET-TO-VET DISCUSSION, 5:10 p.m., Mondays, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. Hour-long, facilitator-led group discussions with others who have served in the military. Attendees are able to share experiences with fellow veterans.
Sports, exercise, wellness
PUBLIC ICE SKATING, 1 to 2:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Times are 1 to 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday (adult only), and Thursday. Cost is $4 per person and $2 for skate rental. Skate aids (scooters) will not be available. Call 812-376-2686 for more information.
SWIMMING FOR EXERCISE, Foundation for Youth, 405 Hope Ave., Columbus. Lap swimming, water aerobics, and public swim are available seven days a week. You must pre-register for current swim sessions. Information: foundation foryouth.com.
Miscellaneous
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled online: Disability Awareness and Building an Inclusive Community via Zoom, 6 p.m., March 25; It Began With Bartholomew…and Tipton Too via Zoom, 10 a.m., March 27; Timberdoodles via Facebook/YouTube, 6 p.m., March 29; All Book’d Book Club via Zoom, 5:30 p.m., March 30; Get Lit! Book Discussion via Zoom, noon, March 31; Bartholomew County Cemeteries Tour, Part 4 via Facebook/YouTube, 4 p.m., March 31; Simplifying Heath via Zoom, 6 p.m., March 31; Powel Crosley Jr.’s Imprint on Southeast Indiana and Ohio via Facebook, 6 p.m., April 5; Why Smart People do Dumb Stuff with Money via Zoom, 6 p.m., April 6; Skill Builders via Zoom, 1:30 p.m., April 7; Nature’s Notebook Training via Zoom, 6 p.m., April 7; Indiana State Police Info and Q&A via Zoom, 6 p.m., April 8.
JENNINGS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 2375 N. State Road 3, North Vernon. Scheduled: Tea and a Book Book Club, 9 a.m., March 29;
GOLF OUTING FOR BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY, noon to 4 p.m., March 27, Otter Creek Golf Course, 11522 E. County Road 50N, Columbus. A 9-hole outing on the East nine with a cart and lunch to raise money for the Bartholomew County Humane Society — Andrew Krueger’s Senior Project on March 27 at 1 p.m. with lunch at noon. Cost is $50 per person with mulligans available for purchase. Cash or checks only. Sign Up by sending an email to [email protected]
FISH FRY, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., April 10, Flat Rock Fire Station, 2785 State Road 252, Flat Rock. Drive through only fish fry.
MONDAY NIGHT MAGIC, 5 to 9:30 p.m., April 19, Donner Center, 739 22nd St., Columbus. This event is for ages 14 and older with a cost of $5. Bring your playgroup and meet some new players at Monday Night Magic at Donner Center. Casual Magic: The Gathering play includes modern, pauper, standard and commander formats. There will also be pack giveaways.
ELKS LODGE BINGO, 6:30 p.m. Fridays and 12:30 p.m. Sundays, Elks 521 Lodge Bingo Hall, 4664 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus. Doors open at 5 p.m. on Fridays and 11 a.m. on Sundays. The first game is at 6:30 p.m. on Fridays and 12:30 p.m. on Sundays. Open to the public. Information: 812-379-4386.
VFW POST 1987 BINGO, 5 to 9:30 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays, VFW Post 1987, 215 National Road, Columbus. Doors open at 5 p.m. Open to the public.
BINGO, 2 to 6 p.m., Saturdays, VFW, 215 N. National Road, Columbus. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Open to the public.
COLUMBUS CHESS CLUB, 5 to 9 p.m., Thursdays, Lewellen Chapel, corner of Middle Road and Grissom Street, Columbus. Equipment is furnished. Open to chess players 18 and older. Information: 812-603-3893.
AMERICAN SEWING GUILD NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING, 9 to 11:30 a.m., first Saturday of the month, Sew Crazy, 5520 25th St., Columbus. Each monthly meeting focuses on learning a new sewing/creative skill or group sewing on a philanthropic project. Bring an interest in sewing and your latest project to show and tell. Sewing enthusiasts of all ages and skills are welcome. Contact [email protected] with questions.
Galleries, museums, exhibits
GALLERY 506, Columbus Indiana Visitors Center, 506 Fifth St., Columbus. Open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and closed on Sundays. The current special exhibit, courtesy of the Columbus Indiana Architectural Archives and Ball State University, explores Columbus’ seven national historic landmarks.
YELLOW TRAIL MUSEUM/VISITOR CENTER, west side of Hope Town Square at 644 Main St., Hope. The board recently announced the museum would be closed for the season until the first full week of April 2021. This also includes the “Sunday Socials,” which typically meet the first Sunday of each month. At this current time, if an individual or a small group wants to visit the building, contact the museum at 812-546-8020 or Susan Thayer Fye at 812-343-3798.
ATTERBURY-BAKALAR AIR MUSEUM, located at Columbus Municipal Airport, 4742 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus, is open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Special tours may be scheduled by calling 812-372-4356. The museum preserves the history of the former Atterbury Army Air Field which was later named Bakalar Air Force Base. Free admission. Visit the museum online at atterburybakalarairmuseum.org and on Facebook.
T.C. STEELE STATE HISTORIC SITE, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday. Due to COVID-19 and social distancing requirements, staff is offering special indoor tours — each with a maximum of 10 people — Wednesday through Sunday. These tours are included with site admission, but preregistration is recommended by calling 812-988-2785. Information: https://indiana museum.org/tcsteele.
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 are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and 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. Offering a wide variety of art from both talented patrons and the next generation of artists. Visits are by appointment Mondays through Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays.
THE REPUBLIC BUILDING GALLERY, 333 Second St., Columbus. The gallery is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
411 GALLERY, 411 Sixth St., Columbus. The gallery is open by appointment by sending an email to Susana Villegas at [email protected]. A virtual tour of the current exhibit “In-Depth” is also available online at https://bit.ly/2N195rk.
HOOSIER ARTIST GALLERY, 45 S. Jefferson St., Nashville. Hoosier Artist Gallery is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Masks are required. Information: hoosierartist.net.
BROWN COUNTY ART GALLERY, 1 Artist Drive, Nashville. Open daily Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and 12 to 5 p.m. on Sundays. Free admission and parking. COVID-19 protocols are in place, with masks required. A special exhibit now features the entire Indiana collection by Gustave Baumann. Paintings by more than 60 Indiana artists are also for sale. Information: 812-988-4609, [email protected], browncountyartgallery.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 5-18. Information: 812-372-7867.
KIDSCOMMONS, 309 Washington St., Columbus. Ongoing activities are all free with museum admission. Information: 812-378-3046.
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