Kids and teens
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: 1’s-2’s Storytime, 10 a.m. Feb. 13, 19, 20; Just for Babies Story Times: 0-13 months, 11 a.m., Feb. 13, 20; Tween Thursgame: Grades 4-6, 3 p.m., Feb. 13, 20, 27; Thursgame, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 13, 20, 27; One-shot RPG for Teens: Masks, 3:45 p.m., Feb. 13; Full STEAM Ahead Grades K-6, 4 p.m., Feb. 13; Fri-DIY, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 14, 21, 28; Anti-Valentine’s Day Party for Teens, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 14; Tween Fandom Club: Minecraft, 4 p.m., Feb. 14; Preschool STEAM Ages 3-5, 10:30 a.m., Feb. 17; CodorDojo Chromebook Grades 2-12, 4 p.m., Feb. 17; CodorDojo-BYOD Grades 2-12, 4 p.m., Feb, 17; Sans Souci Storytime, 4 p.m., Feb. 17, 18; Teen Book Club: “Steelheart”, 4 p.m., Feb. 17; Starlit Storytime Jr. Ages 1-2, 6 p.m. Feb. 17; Starlit Storytime Ages 3-8, 7 p.m., Feb. 17; 3’s-5’s Storytime, 10 a.m., Feb. 18, 19; Taste-It Tuesday, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 18, 25; Teen How-To: Character Design, 4 p.m., Feb. 18; Maker Wednesday: Grades 4-6, 3 p.m. Feb. 19, 26; Watch-It Wednesday, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 19, 26; Hogwarts for Muggle for Teens: Butterbeer, 4 p.m., Feb. 19; Music & Movement Ages 3-8, 4 p.m., Feb. 19; Tween D&D: Call to Adventure Grades 4-6, 4 p.m., Feb. 19, 26; Hogwarts Prep School: Herbology Grades 4-6, 4 p.m., Feb. 20; Teen Dungeons & Dragons, 4 p.m., Feb. 20, 27; Toddler Track Ages 1-2, 10 a.m., Feb. 21; Eat Cheap for Teen: Chocolate Mug Cake, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 21; Artistic Friday Ages 7-12, 5 p.m., Feb. 21; Toddler Track Ages 1-2, 9 a.m., Feb. 22; Saturday Storytime Ages 1-5, 10:30 a.m., Feb. 22; Fan Club Grades K-5,1 p.m., Feb. 22; Homeschool Meetup All Ages, 10 a.m., Feb. 24; Teen Advisory Board, 4 p.m., Feb. 24; French Storytime Ages 11-18, 4:30 p.m., Feb. 25; French Storytime, Ages 0-10, 5 p.m.; Teen Café: Black History Month, 4 p.m., Feb. 26; Spanish Storytime Ages 0-5, 10:30 a.m., Feb. 28; Did You Know?, 2 p.m., Feb. 29. Register: mybcpl.org.
HOPE BRANCH LIBRARY, 635 Harrison St., Hope. Scheduled: Hogwarts for Muggles at Hope Branch Library: Butterbeer, 3 p.m., Feb. 18; Teen Steam, 3 p.m., Feb. 25.
FIRST FRIDAYS FOR FAMILIES: Bongo Boy Music School — “Jam as a Fam,” 6 p.m. March 6, The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus, free series that introduces young audiences to a wide variety of performing arts in a fun, informal setting the first Friday of each month December through April. Performances are free and open to everyone.
POP-UP STORYTIME AT WIC, 2 p.m. Feb. 14, 21, United Way Building, 1531 13th St., Columbus. The Bartholomew County Public Library hosts a pop-up storytime for those visiting the WIC office. Enjoy stories, puppets, songs, rhymes and receive a free book from the Book Express.
SENSORY FRIENDLY ‘SONIC THE HEDGEHOG,’ 10 a.m., Feb. 15, YES Cinema, 328 Jackson St., Columbus. A Sensory Friendly showing of SONIC THE HEDGEHOG. Theater lights will be dimmed and sound turned down slightly. Audience members may get up, walk around, and talk unless the safety of the audience is at issue. Some gluten-free and casein-free snacks will be available for purchase, in addition to regular concessions. Admission is $4 per person. For more information or to purchase tickets in advance, visit YES Cinema’s website (yescinema.org), Facebook page, or contact staff at (812) 378-0377.
TRY HOCKEY FOR FREE, 10:45 to 11:45 a.m., Feb. 22, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Kids ages 4-12 can Try Hockey for Free at Hamilton Community Center and Ice Arena. All gear is available for free. Register online at tryhockeyforfree.com and enter zip code 47201 to search. Make sure to get here 30 minutes early to get your gear.
COLLEGE GOAL SUNDAY, 2 to 4 p.m., Feb. 23, Poling Hall, Ivy Tech Community College, 4475 Central Ave., Columbus. This free program assists Indiana college-bound students in filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA must be filed by April 15 to be eligible for Indiana financial aid. In less than one afternoon at a College Goal Sunday event, students and their families receive free help and file the form online.
Music, live performances
2020 BROWN MUSIC COMPETITION, all day, Feb. 15, First Christian Church, 531 Fifth St., Columbus. High school instrumentalists and vocalists compete for Heritage Fund scholarship awards. Free and open to public.
YOUNG MUSICIANS CONCERT, 7 p.m., Feb. 15, St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, 1306 27th St. This annual event features talented young adults as well as college and high school level musicians from St. Bartholomew Parish. The concert is free, but donations are welcome to support the Music Ministry. The event is preceded by a fundraising dinner in the Parish Hall in support of Haiti projects.
SILEO QUARTET, 7:30 p.m., Feb. 15, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. The Sileo Quartet is an emerging young group of classically-trained musicians. Sileo studies under the Pacifica Quartet at the Jacobs School of Music.
WINTER CONCERT, 2 to 3 p.m. Feb. 16, The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus. Let the Columbus City Band help you shake off the winter blahs at our Winter Concert. Free, for more information, visit columbuscity band.org.
THE GRANNY CONNECTION FUNDRAISING CONCERT: A TRIBUTE TO JOHN DENVER, 7 p.m. Feb. 21, North Christian Church, 850 Tipton Lane, Columbus. BBQ dinner at 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. with the concert by singer, songwriter Chris Wilson starting at 7 p.m. The first half will be John Denver and the second part will include some of his own songs. Tickets are $35 in advance, $40 at the door, available at Viewpoint or grannyconnection.org.
WINTER WARM UP CONCERT, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Feb. 25, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Warm up with the music of The Islanders. Enjoy a happy, upbeat mix of Jimmy Buffett, Bob Marley, traditional island songs, and lots of pop hits performed around a strong island vibe.
JUDSON UNIVERSITY CHOIR, 7 p.m., Feb. 28, First Baptist Church Columbus, 3300 Fairlawn Drive, Columbus. The DeMoss Center for Worship in the Performing Arts presents the nationally and internationally renowned Judson University Choir. This concert is free and open to the public. A free will donation will be collected to offset the travel expenses.
WEDNESDAY OPEN MIC, 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesdays, Brown County Inn, 51 State Road 46 East, Nashville. Hosted by Rick Fettig and Jason Blankenship in the CornCrib Lounge. Food, drinks. Info: browncounty inn.com.
Talks, lectures, classes
REFERENDUM PROPOSAL INFORMATIONAL SESSION, 6 p.m. Feb. 20, Columbus North High School, 1400 25th St., Columbus. Superintendent Jim Roberts and Finance Director Chad Phillips will share information and answer questions about the referendum proposal. Other upcoming 6 p.m. sessions: Feb. 27, Rockcreek Elementary; March 24, Mt. Healthy Elementary; March 31, Central Middle School.
AARON SCHILLER GUEST LECTURE, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Feb. 13, The Republic Building, 333 Second St., Columbus. Join the Indiana University J. Irwin Miller Architecture Program for a lecture by guest architect Aaron Schiller. Free and open to the public. Named a top 50 practice for 2019 by The Architects Newspaper, Schiller Projects is an award winning design firm located in downtown Manhattan. Visit: http://schillerprojects.com/ for more information.
PIE BOOK STUDY, 1 to 3 p.m. Feb. 17, 24, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. The PIE (Partners in Education) book study is studying Jim DeFede’s book “The Day the World Came to Town” this month. Book is available at Viewpoint Books.
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 experiences with fellow veterans.
Sports, exercise, wellness
COMPETITIVE PICKLEBALL VALENTINE ROUND ROBIN, 6 to 9 p.m., Feb. 15, Tipton Lakes Athletic Club, 4000 W. Goeller Blvd. A round robin for Columbus Pickleball Club Members that is pickleball games with a twist. Anyone can win! If interested, email columbuspickleballclub @gmail.com.
RECREATIONAL PICKLEBALL VALENTINE ROUND ROBIN, noon to 4 p.m., Feb. 16, Foundation For Youth, 405 Hope Ave. A round robin for Columbus Pickleball Club Members that is pickleball games with a twist. Anyone can win! If interested, email columbuspickleballclub @gmail.com.
PICKLEBALL OPEN HOUSE, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Feb. 27, Tipton Lakes Athletic Club, 4000 W. Goeller Blvd., Columbus. Free to anyone who has never played before, instructors will be on hand to help assist all new players. Orientation sessions every 30 minutes. Wear comfortable clothes, appropriate shoes, and bring some water. Equipment will be provided or bring your own paddle. Also, several courts will also be designated for open play, $10 non-TLAC members, $5 TLAC members. All levels welcome. Call TLAC at 812-342-4495 or email ColumbusPickleballClub@gmail.com for more information or short videos to fast track your Pickleball knowledge and skills.
YOGA BASICS AT NOON, noon to 1 p.m. every Monday, 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. Bring your own mat.
CHAIR YOGA, noon to 1 p.m. every second Tuesday of the month, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Chair Yoga is a perfect practice to help you slowly develop balance and stability—while improving strength and flexibility. Postures are performed while seated and/or with the aid of a chair. One-hour free session led by Registered Yoga Teacher Sonia Aponte-Alberts. Bring a mat to ground the chair.
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: IN.COLUMBUS@us.artofliving.org.
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.
Miscellaneous
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: Fall in Love with Writing, 6 p.m., Feb. 13; Painting with Marilyn, 10 a.m., Feb. 15; A Visit with George Washington, 6 p.m., Feb, 17; Viewfinders Photography Club, 6:30 p.m., Feb. 17; “Harriet”, 6 p.m., Feb, 18; Advances in Dog Reproduction, 7 p.m., Feb, 19; Introduction to Photography, 6 p.m., Feb. 20; Freetown Village Singers, 2 p.m., Feb. 22; “Probably Magic” Jo Jewell Author Visit, 1:30 p.m., Feb. 23; Finding Amelia, 6:30 p.m., Feb. 24; Mind & Meditation, 6:30 p.m., Feb. 26. Register: mybcpl.org.
FAIRY TALES AND FANTASY FILM SERIES, 7:30 p.m., Feb. 14, 15, 22, Buskirk-Chumley Theatre, 114 E. Kirkwood Ave., Bloomington. Feb. 14- “Casablanca,” Feb. 15- “Love & Basketball,” and Feb. 22- “The Wiz.” All screenings are at 7:30 p.m. and tickets can be purchased at bctboxoffice.org, 812-323-3020, or the BCT Box Office & Downtown Visitors Center at 114 E. Kirkwood Ave.
“GODSPELL” MUSICAL DINNER THEATRE, 6 p.m. Feb. 14, 15, 21, 22, The Pines Evergreen Room, 4120 U.S. 31, Seymour. Plays performed by the Jackson County Community Theatre. Reservations required. Reservations at jcct.org or 812-358-5228.
NON-DINNER “GODSPELL” MATINEE, 2:30 p.m. Feb. 16, The Pines Evergreen Room, 4120 U.S. 31, Seymour. Reservations available but not required, available at jcct.org or 812-358-5228.
VALENTINE’S VOW RENEWAL FOR PUBLIC, Feb. 14, First United Methodist Church, 618 Eighth St., Columbus. An opportunity for couples to renew their marriage vows on Valentine’s Day. This is a free offering in the hopes that participants will donate to our Love-A-Child Preschool Scholarship fund. Ceremonies offered between 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5 to 6:30 p.m. RSVP to the church office at (812) 372-2851. The short ceremony will include a beautifully decorated chapel, a brief liturgy, repeating of vows, blessing of the rings, and a prayer. Anyone is welcome to attend.
FLUID FRIDAY: PAINT NIGHT, DATE NIGHT, 6 to 8 p.m., by Feb. 14, Southern Indiana Center for the Arts, 2001 N. Ewing St., Seymour. Join instructor Atalie Antcliff for an evening of fabulously fun fluid art: abstract acrylic pour painting. Participants will work together to create a multi canvas work of art- each canvas is 11” x 17”; the perfect size for home or office. This special class will include two professional gallery style canvases per pair, desserts, and beverages. No previous experience necessary. For more information or to register, call SICA at (812) 522-2ART, email info@soinart.com or find the event on Facebook and Eventbrite. Deadline to sign up is Feb. 13.
“PASTA, PASSION, AND MURDER”, 6 to 8 p.m., Feb. 14, Nashville United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 36 S. Jefferson St., Nashville. Chefs Jim Oliver and Jason Kirchhofer will serve a gourmet four-course surf and turf dinner. Unfortunately, the owner of the Italian restaurant where this is set will die a violent death. The suspects, actors from Brown County High School, will mingle with guests and drop clues about the identity of the killer. Everyone will learn whodunit over dessert. This fun event will support the NUMC Youth group’s trip to Mission Guatemala in March. The requested donation is $50 per person. Reservations can be made by calling the church office, 812-988-4666. Seating is limited.
CUPID SKATE, 7 to 9 p.m., Feb. 14, 15, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Join us for our annual Cupid Skate! Cost is $4.50 for adults, $4 for kids, and $2 for skate or scooter rental. Kids ages 4 and under are free.
TRIVIA NIGHT, 6:30 p.m., Feb. 15, Factory 12 Event Loft, 1235 Jackson St., Columbus. Bartholomew Consolidated School Foundation is kicking off 2020 in a big way with our annual Trivia Night. Enjoy an amazing night filled with fun, food and an open bar! Anyone interested in attending our first celebration can purchase tables or tickets at bcsfstars.org.
VALENTINE’S DANCE, 6:30 to 11 p.m., Feb. 15, the Knights of Columbus Council 1252, 118 E. Second St. Enjoy a night of food, drinks, music and Dancing. Heavy appetizers will be served beginning at 6:30 p.m. and Soul Express will play from 8 to 11 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person, or $10 if you don’t want food. Purchase tickets by stopping by the K of C after 4 p.m. This is an event that’s open to the public.
NON SHOW/ICE SHOW CLASS REGISTRATION, all day, Feb. 18, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive. Registration for Ice Show and Non Ice Show classes begins Feb. 18. Classes will run March 3 through the week of April 17. If you wish to register for the ice show you must have already pre-registered for your costume. For more information, call Hamilton Community Center and Ice Arena at 812-376-2686 or go to columbusparks andrec.com.
ALWAYS READY FOR CHOCOLATE, 6 to 8 p.m., Feb. 21, The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus. Stroll through the beautiful Commons tasting chocolate from vendors along with coffee, beer and wine. While you’re there take in The Arc of Bartholomew County’s Disability Awareness “Works of Art.” Tickets are available at Viewpoint Books, $20 for 8 servings or advanced $3 for single serving, $4 at the door. Tickets online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/always-ready-for-chocolate-2020-tickets-87631603485?aff=ebdssbdestsearch or visit https://www.thearcbc.org/
‘GLADYS IN WONDERLAND’, 7:30 p.m., Feb. 21, 22, 28, 29, The Harlequin Theater, The Fair Oaks Mall, Columbus. 89-year-old Gladys’ days of munching donuts and scouring the obituaries seem numbered when Death himself comes knocking on her door one morning. Ready to whisk her off into the great unknown, her cheerful grim reaper is startled by Gladys’ stubborn refusal to expire. Tickets are $15 advance, $20 at the door.
ADULTS READING YA BOOK CLUB, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Feb. 24, McAllister’s Deli, 2025 W. Jonathan Moore Pike. Read any YA fantasy novel you choose and come prepared to share what you read. Have your TBR list added to exponentially. Appetizers courtesy of the Friends of BCPL.
SIBLINGS ROCKIN’ AUTISM (SRA), 6 to 7:30 p.m., Feb. 24, Arc of Bartholomew County, 2060 Doctor’s Park Drive, Columbus. For information, follow us on Facebook or call 812-371-2529.
AMERICAN SEWING GUILD NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING, 9 to 11:30 a.m. first Saturday of the month, Mar. 7, Bartholomew County REMC, 1697 W. Deaver Road, Columbus. Each monthly meeting focuses on learning a new sewing or creative skill or group sewing on our philanthropic sewing projects. 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 marilyndesigned@aol.com.
BINGO, 6:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, VFW, 215 N. National Road. Open to the public.
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.
49 FRIDAYS, 8 to 9 a.m. Fridays, Lucabe Coffee Company, 310 Fourth St., Columbus. Join us each Friday for caffeinated conversation as we learn from entrepreneurs and innovators. Each session features a business founder discussing his or her entrepreneurial journey or information that is helpful to business startups.
COLUMBUS AREA RAILROAD CLUB OPEN HOUSE, with four operating layouts, from noon to 4 p.m. third Saturday of each month (Feb. 15) at the Johnson County Park headquarters building at Camp Atterbury. If you love trains, come to an open house to see a variety of model trains and layouts. Information: Greg Harter, 812-350-8636; columbusarearailroadclub.com; or info@columbusarearailroadclub.com.
Fundraisers, nonprofits
MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION, 6 to 8 p.m., Feb. 25, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 2651 California St., Columbus. A fun family event with profits and donations to Turning Point Domestic Violence Services. Please join us to enjoy an evening meal of Cajun food and pancakes with live jazz, face painting, and other fun activities. Tickets are $10 adult, $5 students, and $4 children under 12. Tickets may be purchased at the door or in advance by emailing or calling the church at stpauls columbusin@gmail.com or 812-372-7869.
Galleries, museums & exhibits
GALLERY 506, Columbus Indiana Visitors Center, 506 Fifth St., Columbus. The Balthazar Korab: Photographer of Architecture exhibit continues in Gallery 506,black and white historic photos of iconic Columbus architecture. Open Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed Sundays.
HOOSIER ARTIST GALLERY, 45 Jefferson St., Nashville; Winter hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily; Valentine worthy art is featured at Hoosier Artist Gallery in February. Jewelry artists Beth Parrock, Ruth Wert, Anabel Hopkins, and Sally Kinsey will display their original creations for this special Valentine month. Other small gifts include felted miniatures, mosaic pieces, painted gourds, pottery, and wood crafted items. Original paintings, torn paper collage, photography, stained glass, and furniture are also on exhibit.
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, Bartholomew County Historical Society, 524 Third St., Columbus; 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 bartholomewhistory.org.
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, Hartsville, 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, located at the Columbus Municipal Airport will be closed until March 3 for annual winter maintenance. Tours may still be scheduled by calling the museum at 812-372-4356. The museum preserves the history of the former Atterbury Army Air Field later named Bakalar Air Force Base. Visit the museum 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.
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 rbrooks12@ivytech.edu.
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.
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. Admire a wide variety of art from both talented patrons and the next generation of artists. Submit your own masterpiece or simply come see other’s creations. January and February Guild hours: by appointment Mondays through Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 12 to 4 p.m. Sundays.
411 GALLERY, 411 Sixth St., Columbus. Scheduled: 50/50, 12 to 4 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays, through Feb. 14, a Community Art Project brings together 50 community members to create a group show of small pieces, each with their own take on a common theme; COLLABORATION%5E3, noon to 4 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays, until Feb. 14, a group exhibition by Bob Anderson, Bobbie K Owens and Laurie Wright is the result when three personal aesthetics, three different media and three decades of friendship merge as collective works of art. Information: artsincolumbus.org/411.
THE REPUBLIC BUILDING GALLERY, 333 Second St., Columbus. The Indiana University J. Irwin Miller Architecture Program presents 10 X Relay. There will be a panel discussion with the artists during the reception beginning at 7 p.m. The exhibition will continue to Feb. 27.
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.
