Kids and teens
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: Library Babies, 10 and 10:30 a.m., June 8, 15, 22; Clifty Park Storytime, 1 p.m., June 8, 15, 22; Teen HORSE Competition, 2 p.m., June 8; Tween Game Time, 3:30 p.m., June 8, 15,22; Creek Stomp, 6 p.m., June 8; Chalk the Plaza!, 10 a.m., June 9; Teen Microwave S’mores, 4 p.m., June 9; Kids’ Art Studio, 11 a.m., June 10; Teen Pride Month Walking Book Club, 1 p.m., June 10; Mondays at Mill Race Storytime, 10 a.m., June 12; Pokemon Club, 10 a.m., June 12, 4 p.m., June 20; Teen STEAM: 3D Printing Pens, 2 p.m., June 12; Starlite Storytime, 6 p.m., June 12; Storytime, 9:15 and 10 a.m., June 13, 20; Teen Touch the Earth Hike, 10 a.m., June 13; Storytime at The Commons, 11 a.m., June 13, 20; Guided Hike at Tangeman Woods, 2 p.m., June 13; Teen STEAM: Nature’s Notebook, 2 p.m., June 13; Teen Ukulele Lessons with Allie Jean, 4 p.m., June 13; Teen Watch-It Wednesday, 3:30 p.m., June 14, 21; Sing & Play with Allie Jean, 10:30 a.m., June 15; Teen Pokemon Go Meetup, 3:30 p.m., June 15; Stuffed Animal Campout, 11 a.m., June 16; Woods on Wheels Interactive Exhibit, 11:30 a.m., June 16; Handprint Tree Craft, 1 p.m., June 16; Stitch Camp, 3:30 p.m., June 16; Teen Doggo Meetup, 4 p.m., June 16; Saturday Storytime, 11 a.m., June 17; Juneteenth Jubilee, 11 a.m., June 17; Teen Touch-an-Instrument, 3 p.m., June 20; Family Storytime at Historical Society, 11 a.m., June 21; kidscommon: “What is Sound?”, 3 p.m., June 21, 11 a.m., June 22; Poolside Storytime, 4 p.m., June 21; Teen Games at the Park, 2 p.m., June 22; Teen Life-Size Game: Clue, 3:30 p.m., June 22; Clifty Creek Park Nature Adventure, 6 p.m., June 22; Irwin Gardens Storytime, 11 a.m., June 23; Teen One-Shot RPG: Dread, 3:30 p.m., June 23; The Great Brickish Makeoff, 10 a.m., June 24; The Great Brickish Makeoff Quickbuild, 10:20 a.m., June 24.
TEEN WALK-IN WEDNESDAYS, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesdays through Aug. 2, Turning Point Community Services Building, 729 Washington St., Columbus. The Prevention Team at Turning Point invites teens grades 7-12 to have lunch this summer on Walk-In Wednesdays! Teens can join us every Wednesday this summer to eat, hang out, and have fun on the Prevention Resource Floor. Walk-In Wednesdays are free.
Music
COTTONPATCH ON THE PLAZA, 6 to 7 p.m., June 9, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Join us for a concert by Cottonpatch. Hear a mix of Americana, roots, and bluegrass. Bring your own chairs, bring a picnic, and enjoy your time on the plaza.
FRIDAYS@FIRST, 7 to 9 p.m., June 9, First United Methodist Church, 618 Eighth St., Columbus. Join us for an exciting performance of the story of “The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe” by the CAST teen drama team from Peachtree Christian Church in Atlanta. This is a family-friendly event, so invite your family and neighbors! Admission is free; donations are encouraged.
SOUTHERN INDIANA TAIKO ON THE PLAZA, 6 to 7 p.m., June 23, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Join us for a concert by Southern Indiana Takio. Watch an exciting and engaging performance by Indiana’s only all-female taiko drumming group. Bring your chairs, bring your dinner and accepted beverages, and have a lovely evening on the plaza. This event can also be viewed live at facebook.com/mybcpl.
Sports, exercise, wellness
25TH ANNUAL FIRECRACKER 5K RUN & WALK, 8 a.m., June 24, with registration from 7 to 7:55 a.m. and awards at 9:15 a.m., 4225 Vickers Drive, Columbus. A timed event with awards presented for overall male and female runners and walkers and the top two finishers in various age groups. Entry fee is $25 by June 12, which includes a guaranteed shirt, and $30 after June 12 (shirt not guaranteed). Sponsored by Columbus Running Club, White River Running and Storage Express. For more information or to register, visit runcolumbus.org/events-1.
LEARN TO PLAY HOCKEY, 4:15 to 5:15 p.m., most Saturdays through Oct. 7, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. A noncompetitive environment in which children ages 4 to 10 can learn the basic skills of hockey without distractions that are often associated with an overemphasis on winning. Free equipment is available to use. Cost is $5 per child. Arrive 30 minutes early to get fitted for equipment.
GIRLS DROP-IN HOCKEY, 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. Mondays through Oct. 9, Hamilton Community Center and Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Are you a girl interested in hockey? Drop in to learn the fundamentals and basic skills of the sport in a girls-only environment. Visit cbusinparks.com/HockeyPrograms to register or for more information.
SUMMER SKATING CLASSES, through July 27, Hamilton Community Center and Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Classes include Snowplow Sam 1 & 2 (ages 4-6) for beginning skaters, Basic 1-6 (ages 4-12): a progressive level of fundamental ice skating skills, Novice Class (ages 4-12), Adult/Teen Class (ages 13+): fundamental ice skating skills, Hockey Basics (ages 4-12) for basic skating and hockey skills. Class times: Snowplow Sam 1 — Tuesday & Thursday at 4 p.m.; Snowplow Sam 2 — Tuesday and Thursday at 4:30 p.m.; Basic 1 — Tuesday at 4 p.m. or Thursday at 5 p.m.; Basic 2 — Tuesday at 4 p.m. or Thursday at 5 p.m.; Basic 3 — Tuesday at 4 p.m. or Thursday at 4:45 p.m.; Basic 4 — Tuesday or Thursday at 4:45 p.m.; Basic 5 — Tuesday or Thursday at 4:45 p.m.; Basic 6 — Tuesday or Thursday at 4:45 p.m.; Novice — Thursday at 4 p.m.; Adult/Teen — Tuesday at 4:45 p.m.; Hockey Basics — Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. Visit cbusinparks.com/YouthSkating to register.
BLACKWELL PARK STORYWALK, Blackwell Park, 1550 Whitney Court, Columbus. Enjoy some fresh air while strolling the Bartholomew County Public Library’s StoryWalk. Together with the Columbus Parks and Recreation Department, the library is excited to feature “Bear Come Along” by Richard T. Morris in June. The StoryWalk is located along the People Trail near the Pollinator Park in Blackwell Park.
SWIMMING FOR EXERCISE, Foundation for Youth, 405 Hope Ave., Columbus. Lap swimming, water aerobics and public swim are available. You must preregister for current swim sessions. Information: foundationforyouth.com.
Miscellaneous
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: Adult Game Night, 6 p.m., June 12; Chair Yoga, 1 p.m., June 13, 20; Trivia Night at Swine and Dine, 6 p.m., June 13; Skill Builders, 1:30 p.m., June 14; Read a Little Aloud, Noon, June 15; An American in Provence, 2 p.m., June 15; Music with Valerie, 10:30 a.m., June 16; Woods on Wheels Interactive Exhibit, 11:30 a.m., June 16; Juneteenth Jubilee, 11 a.m., June 17; Small Business Book Club, 1 p.m., June 22; Adult Craft Night, 6 p.m., June 22; Sandi’s Closet, 10 a.m., June 23; The Great Brickish Makeoff, 10 a.m., June 24; The Great Brickish Makeoff Quickbuild, 10:20 a.m., June 24.
COLUMBUS FARMERS MARKET, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Saturdays, through Sept. 16, behind City Hall, 123 Washington Street. Food, crafts, gifts, entertainment and more. More information: columbusfarmersmarket.org.
MEMORIAL SWIM MEET, 8 to 10 a.m., June 17, Columbus North High School, 1400 25th St., Columbus. Memorial swim meet in honor of Chick Newell. The meet is open to anyone who would like to participate or spectate. The goal of the meet is to honor Chick Newell’s life as a coach as well as raise funds and awareness for Pancreatic Cancer research. Register at runsignup.com/Race/IN/Columbus/TheChickClassic or donate at secure.pancan.org/site/TR/DIY/DIYTeamraisers?team_id=43704&pg=team&fr_id=2722
HOOSIER EGG FEST, noon to 3 p.m., June 17, Thompson Furniture, 2440 Central Ave., Columbus. Join the “Start the Grill, Stop the Violence” Hoosier Egg Fest for an afternoon of fun and delicious, all-you-can-eat foods prepared on the Big Green Egg as 25 teams compete to win the best dish. VIP special entry at 11 a.m. Adults $20, children ages 5-12 $10, and VIP $40. Tickets are available at Thompson Furniture, Turning Point, and online at www.turningpointdv.org/start-the-grill. Proceeds directly benefit Turning Point.
LIVING LAUDATO SI, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., June 19, greenhouse, St. Bartholomew Church, 1306 27th St., Columbus. A discussion on how to incorporate native plants and pollinators successfully in your garden, avoid invasive species and use good landscaping practices. Speakers will be Kim Rayburn of Rayburn Landscaping and Eric Riddle of Friends of Pollinators. Bring your lunch, drinks and dessert will be provided.
CAMP ATTERBURY COMMUNITY DAY CELEBRATION, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., June 24, Camp Atterbury, Schoolhouse Road Gate on Old Hospital Road, E. County Road 800S, Edinburgh. Camp Atterbury is celebrating its more than 80 years as a military facility. The day will feature tours of the facility (including the chance to watch live-fire, weapons, and repelling demonstrations), food vendors, displays, and fun for kids of all ages. A 5K run/walk/ruck will begin at 8 a.m. The link to sign up for the race can be found on the Camp Atterbury Facebook page. The Camp Atterbury Museum will be open all day for visitors who want to learn about the history of the facility. Join us for a day of celebration and fun!
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 Friday and 11 a.m. on Sunday. The first game is at 6:30 p.m. on Friday and 12:30 p.m. on Sunday. Open to the public. Information: 812-379-4386.
VFW POST 1987 BINGO, 215 N. National Road, Columbus, Mondays and Wednesdays from 5 to 9:30 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.), and the second Saturday of each month from 2 to 6 p.m. (doors open at noon). Open to the public.
AMERICAN LEGION BINGO & KARAOKE, American Legion Post 25, 2515 25th St., Columbus. Bingo is on Tuesdays starting at 6 p.m. Karaoke is on Wednesdays starting at 6 p.m.
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 16 and older. Information: 812-603-3893.
COLUMBUS AREA RAILROAD CLUB OPEN HOUSE, noon to 4 p.m., the June 17 and the third Saturday of each month. Trains will be operating layouts in four scales — HO, N, O, and On30. The club is located at the Johnson County Park headquarters building adjacent to Camp Atterbury. Information: Greg Harter, 812-350-8636, columbusarearailroadclub.com, or on Facebook at Columbus Area Railroad Club.
GRACE’S TABLE FREE MEAL, 5 p.m., June 11 and the second Sunday of each month, East Columbus United Methodist Church, 2439 Indiana Ave., Columbus. Free meal in the youth center as well as music and storytelling. Enter the church parking lot on Indiana Avenue.
AMERICAN SEWING GUILD, 9 to 11 a.m., July 1 and the first Saturday of each month. The American Sewing Guild is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to people who believe sewing is a rewarding and creative activity. Our neighborhood group welcomes sewing enthusiasts of all skill levels and walks of life. We meet monthly to learn new sewing skills, network with others who share an interest in sewing and participate in community sewing projects. If you are interested in attending, please email Marilyn at [email protected] for meeting location.
COLUMBUS STAR QUILT GUILD, 9:30 a.m. to noon, July 6 and the first Thursday of each month, First Baptist Church Columbus, 3300 Fairlawn Drive, Columbus. Each gathering consists of a short business meeting, followed by a quilting lesson/program, along with show-and-tell of finished projects. Members participate in various service projects. New and experienced quilters are invited to attend. Membership dues are $15 per year. For additional information, visit starquiltersofcolumbus.weebly.com.
EVENING STAR QUILT GUILD, 5:30 to 7 p.m., June 13 and the second Tuesday of each month, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. The Evening Star Quilt Guild is a group of women who enjoy creating traditional and modern art quilts while learning new methods. For more information, check out the website: starquiltersofcolumbus.weebly.com.
Galleries, museums, exhibits
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 524 Third St., Columbus. The museum is open Tuesday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. BCHS hosts two permanent exhibits that share the history and heritage of Bartholomew County. Learn about our county through interactive, hands-on exhibits that include a map table, notable people, county timeline, Then and Now, Did You Know, early industrialists and videos of Reeves steam engines. The historical society also hosts rotating exhibits throughout the year featuring items from their extensive collection. Admission is free, with a donation suggested. Information: 812-372-3541, bartholomewhistory.org.
GALLERY 506, Columbus Indiana Visitors Center, 506 Fifth St., Columbus. Open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
YELLOW TRAIL MUSEUM/VISITOR CENTER/RESEARCH CENTER, west side of Hope Town Square, 644 Main St., Hope. The museum is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 5 p.m. and Saturdays noon to 4 p.m., or by appointment. The Research Center is open Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or by appointment. Contact the museum at 812-546-8020. Follow Facebook page “Yellow Trail Museum/Hope Visitors Center” for updated information.
ATTERBURY-BAKALAR AIR MUSEUM, located at Columbus Municipal Airport, 4742 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus, is open Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are accepted to help with ongoing costs of operation. 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., Wednesday through Sunday, 4220 T.C. Steele Road, Nashville. Staff is offering special indoor tours — each with a limited number of people. Tours are included with site admission, but preregistration is recommended by calling 812-988-2785. Information: indianamuseum.org/tcsteele.
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. Museum hours are Wednesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment. Information: 812-346-8989, jenningscounty.org.
BROWN COUNTY ART GUILD, 48 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., 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. 411 is a community arts gallery and cultural space for exhibitions, events and collaborations with Columbus arts and cultural organizations. The galley is open Thursday and Friday from noon to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn more about the current exhibition and artists at artsincolumbus.org/411.
HOOSIER ARTIST GALLERY, 45 S. Jefferson St., Nashville. Hoosier Artist Gallery is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Information: hoosierartist.com.
BROWN COUNTY ART GALLERY, 1 Artist Drive, Nashville. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Information: 812-988-4609, [email protected], browncountyartgallery.org.
CHARLENE MARSH STUDIO & GALLERY, 4013 Lanam Ridge Road, Nashville. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Mondays, noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. For more information, please call the studio/gallery at 812-988-4497 or visit charlenemarshstudio.com.
Ongoing
FABULOUS FIRST FRIDAYS WITH MISS POLLY, 12:15 p.m., July 7 and 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.
