Events listed for Thursday, Jan. 8
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.
Newborn Safety Class — 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., Bartholomew County Health Department, 2625 Foxpointe Drive, Columbus. The Bartholomew County Health Department (BCHD) invites all expecting parents, new parents, and caregivers to a comprehensive Newborn Safety Class, designed to equip families with essential knowledge and practical skills in newborn care and safety. To register, call 812-379-1555 option 1.
Columbus Star Quilters — 9:30 a.m., First Baptist Church, 3300 Fairlawn Drive, Columbus. Anne Delano will be presenting a trunk show and lecture on the History of Utilitarian Aprons. A short business meeting will precede the presentation.
Library Babies — 10 to 10:25 a.m., 10:35 to 11 a.m. amd 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.
Preschool Dance Class with Megan — 10 to 10:30 a.m., Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Children ages 2 to 5 are invited to dance with local dance teacher Megan. Caregivers will stay in the room with their dancers. Register on the library website.
Homeschool Hangout — 11 a.m. to noon, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Come hang out at the library, make some friends and learn something new. This month, celebrate winter and snow with the classic “The Snowy Day.” Register on the library website.
Tween Game Time — 3:30 to 5 p.m., Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Stop by after school and join library staff for some laid-back fun as you play your way through the library’s collection of board, card and dice games. Game selection may vary.
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.
Epilogue: Open Mic Poetry & Prose — 5 to 7 p.m., Gramz Bakery and Café, 909 Washington St., Columbus. Join Bartholomew County Public Library staff for a special celebration of Open Mic Poetry & Prose. The event will bring together past featured poets, longtime participants, and new voices for an evening honoring the creativity and community that has grown from this gathering.
Trivia Night at Hog Molly — 6:30 p.m., Hog Molly Brewing Co., 1405 Hutchins Ave., Columbus. Join Hog Molly staff for General Knowledge Trivia. Open to all ages and skill sets. Free to play with prizes for the winning team.
Perinatal Support Group — 6:30 to 8 p.m., Family Service Inc., 1531 13th St., Columbus. Join the Perinatal Moms Support Group (Pregnant & Post Partum) hosted by Jobeth and Cathy. The group is free. For more information, contact lteague@familyservicebc.org.
