Events listed for Thursday, Nov. 20
TOPS (Take Pounds Off Sensibly) — 9:15 to 11 a.m., Rios De Agua Viva, 51 N. Brooks St., Columbus. Weigh in: 9:15 to 9:45 a.m. Meeting: 10 to 11 a.m. For information, contact Jan Spears at 812-603-5107.
Library Babies — 10 to 10:30 a.m., 10:35 to 11 a.m. and 11:05 to 11:30 a.m., Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime. Register on the library website.
Dementia Friends Information Sessions — 10 to 11 a.m. and 2 to 3 p.m., The Sanctuary Church, 3939 Central Ave., Columbus. Thrive Alliance will be offering an information session for anyone interested in learning how to become a Dementia Friend and what they can do to make our community more dementia friendly. Dementia Champion Jane Ferril of Thrive Alliance will lead two Dementia Friends information sessions. There is no charge, but space is limited. RSVP to jferril@thrive-alliance.org or 812-372-6918 Ext. 2402.
“Make a Fresh Greens Holiday Wreath” Wreath-Making Class — 10 a.m. to noon, Henry Breeding Farm, 13730 N. County Road 100W, Edinburgh. In collaboration with the South Central Indiana Master Gardener Association, the Bartholomew County Historical Society will host two wreath-making classes. All supplies will be provided, and hot cider and cookies will be served. All proceeds will benefit the both organizations. Cost is $40 for members and $5 for non-members. Space is limited to 35 people. To register, call the historical society at 812-372-3541.
Drop-In Holiday Ornament Creation Station — 1 to 6 p.m., Columbus Propeller, 4760 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus. Support Propeller’s workshops and youth programs with a donation and decorate a personalized ornament. A $10 donation is suggested. Registration and information: members.columbuspropeller.com/events/20-nov-2025-drop-in-holiday-ornament-creation-station.
Poetry Reading with Dan Denton — 2 to 3 p.m., Columbus Learning Center, 4555 Central Ave., Columbus. Poet and novelist Dan Denton from Toledo, Ohio, will be giving a poetry reading, talking about his books, and will have a Q&A session. Free food will be available. All are welcome. Hosted by the IU Columbus Feminism Club.
Teen Game Day — 3:30 to 5 p.m., Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Learn to play new games and enjoy older ones in this afterschool games club. Play an assortment of board games and card games, and enjoy games on the new gaming PCs and arcade machine. Register on the library website.
Teen Game Day: Super Smash Bros Tournament — 3:30 to 5 p.m., Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Compete in a casual Super Smash Bros tournament. The winner will receive a prize. Register on the library website.
“Reflection of Winter Holly” Basket-Making Class — 5 to 9 p.m., NexusPark, 2380 25th St., Columbus. Students will weave their basket with winter green reed supported by a natural oak handle, then fill the basket with a provided gathering of lifelike variegated holly and berries. For adults from beginners to experienced weavers. For all basket classes, students should bring a flat blade screwdriver, scissors, a large towel and a spray bottle for water. Classes are taught by Pat Carothers. Cost is $48. Tickets and information: 812-376-2680.
Pre-K Family Night — 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Bartholomew County Pre-K students and their families are invited to a pajama party at the library hosted by BCSC Pre-K. Visit the Bookmobile and BCPL Express, complete a scavenger hunt in the library, and meet very special guest Llama Llama in his red pajamas. Snacks, stories and stickers will be provided.
Puddle Pour Reverse Dip Poinsettia Painting Artist Workshop — 6 to 8 p.m., T.S. Artisans, 422 Washington St., Columbus. Join artist Leighton Bittinger as he helps you create a poinsettia using the Puddle Pour Reverse Dip Paint Technique. Cost is $49.87. Tickets and information: www.eventbrite.com.
