
Always Ready for Chocolate will return on Feb. 8 from 1 to 5 p.m. at The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus, with lots of desserts and treats from local businesses.
Kids and teens
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: Teen Film Series: Thrills and Chills, 3:30 p.m., Jan. 22, 29; Library Babies, 10 a.m., 10:35 a.m., Jan. 23, 30, Feb. 6; Teen Game Day, 10 a.m., Jan. 23, 30, Feb. 6; Tween Game Time, 3:30 p.m., Jan. 23, 30, Feb. 6; Sing and Play with Allie Jean, 10 a.m., Jan. 22; Playdate at the Library, 11:15 a.m., Jan. 22; Kids’ Ukulele Class, 4:35 p.m., Jan. 22; Tween Cozy Canvases and Candy, 6 p.m., Jan. 23; Teen Art Studio: Collage, 3:30 p.m., Jan. 24; Teen Design Workshop, 3:30 p.m., Jan. 24; Teen Volunteer Group, 4 p.m., Jan. 27; Toddler Time, 9:15 a.m., 10 a.m., Jan. 28, Feb. 4; Teen “Wicked” Listening Party, 3:30 p.m., Jan. 28; Girls Who Code, 6 p.m., Jan. 28; Teen Board Game: Villainous, 3:30 p.m., Jan. 30; Teen Art Studio: Watercolor, 3:30 p.m., Jan. 31; Teen Listening Party: Black History Month, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 3; Homeschool Hangout, 11 a.m., Feb. 4; Preschool Storytime, 11 a.m., Feb. 4; Teen STEAM: 3D Printing 101, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 4; Preschool Art Studio: Black History Month, 11:15 a.m., Feb. 5; Teen Film Series: Black History Month, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 5; Kids’ Art Studio, 4 p.m., Feb. 5; Builders’ Guild, 4 p.m., Feb. 5; Preschool Dance Class with Megan, 10 a.m., Feb. 6. Information: mybcpl.org/events.
Sports, exercise, wellness
WINTER WARPATH, 9 a.m., Jan. 25, Noblitt Park, 17th Street and Lawton Avenue, Columbus. Organized by the Northstars Run Club, the race includes a 1.5K, 3K and 5K. Information: northstarsrun.wordpress.com/race-events/.
DISC GOLF PUTTING LEAGUE, 6 to 8 p.m., Thursdays, through Feb. 27, NexusPark, 2380 25th St., Columbus. Drop in on Thursday evenings during January and February for three rounds of putting practice and friendly competition. Participants can come to any or all of the putting nights, and prizes will be awarded to top scorers. The league is divided into two four-week sessions and scores will be tracked through the sessions. Bring five of your favorite putters, or if you are a beginner, you are welcome to use loaner discs provided by the club. Drop-in is available, but registering in advance is highly encouraged. Information and registration: columbusparksandrec.com/recreation/youth-recreation/.
OPEN SKATES, Fridays, 7 to 9 p.m.; Saturdays, 2 to 4 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1 to 2:30 p.m.; Wednesdays, 1 to 2:30 p.m. (adults only), Hamilton Community Center and Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus.
FREE LINE DANCE CLASSES, 6 to 7 p.m., Wednesdays, 1:30 to 3 p.m., Thursdays, First United Methodist Church, 618 Eighth St., Columbus. Classes are free, but a $3 donation for missions is appreciated. Contact the church at 812-372-2851 for more information.
BLACKWELL PARK STORYWALK, Blackwell Park, 1550 Whitney Court, Columbus. Enjoy some fresh air while strolling the Bartholomew County Public Library’s StoryWalk. 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.
Fundraisers
KIDSCOMMONS CARNIVALE CLUE, 7 to 11 p.m., Feb. 7, The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus. Tickets include clue-themed activities, great food, a signature drink, cash bar, dancing and entertainment, and live and silent auctions. For ages 21-and-over only. Tickets are $85 per person. Registration and information: www.kidscommons.org or 812-378-3046.
ALWAYS READY FOR CHOCOLATE, 1 to 4 p.m., Feb. 8, The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus. Support the Arc of Bartholomew County by sampling delicious desserts and treats from local bakeries, restaurants and organizations. Includes live entertainment, an art show featuring art by individuals with disabilities, and information from local service providers and resources. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for children. Family admission tickets are $55. Tickets and information: thearcbc.networkforgood.com/events/79150-always-ready-for-chocolate-2025.
D’VINE WINE AND BEER FESTIVAL, 1 to 5 p.m., Feb. 1, The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus. Includes unlimited tasting from local favorites, specialty vendors, live entertainment by Circle City Steel, a photo booth, charcuterie board spread and a silent auction. Regular tickets are $30 per person, $50 per pair, and VIP tickets are $50 per person, $75 per pair. For ages 21-and-over only. Tickets and information: givebutter.com/dvinewineandbeer2025.
Lectures
PROGRESSIVE PRESERVATION TALKS SCHOOLS EDITION: RICHARDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Jan. 30, Columbus Visitors Center, 506 Fifth St., Columbus. This Progressive Preservation Talk with Glenda Winders will feature information about the historic Richards Elementary School, which was designed by Edward Larrabee Barnes and completed in 1965. In a public discussion, Winders, a Columbus-based writer, will share her work researching the school and archives. The event is free and open to the public. Registration and information: landmarkcolumbusfoundation.org/.
Miscellaneous
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: Reading with Friends, 9:30 a.m., Jan. 22; Notes on Modern Irrationality, 2 p.m., Jan. 23; Lights Up, Sound Down Movie, 10 a.m., Jan. 24; Adults Reading YA Book Club: First Book in a Series, 6 p.m., Jan. 27; Family Storytime, 6 p.m., Jan. 27, Feb. 3; Flow Yoga, noon, Jan. 27, Feb. 3; Chair Yoga, 1 p.m., Jan. 28, Feb. 4; An Inside Look at Working with a Literary Agent, 1 p.m., Jan. 28; All Book’d Book Club, 5:30 p.m., Jan. 28; Music with Valerie, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 31; Adult Game Night, 6 p.m., Feb. 3; Black History Trivia Night, 6 p.m., Feb. 4; Skill Builders: Valentine Craft, 1:30 p.m., Feb. 5; Hope Family Craft, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 5; Ebony & Ivy: Race, Slavery Author Presentation, 5:30 p.m., Feb. 5; Sierra Club, 6 p.m., Feb. 5. Information: mybcpl.org/events.
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. Friday and 11 a.m. 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 6:30 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: 801-856-4812.
COLUMBUS AREA RAILROAD CLUB, open house noon to 4 p.m., Feb. 15. Trains will be running on layouts in four scales — HO, N, O, and On30. Meeting at 7 p.m., Jan. 24. The club is located at the Johnson County Park headquarters building adjacent to Camp Atterbury. Information: Greg Harter, 812-350-8636, or on Facebook at Columbus Area Railroad Club.
GRACE’S TABLE FREE MEAL, 5 p.m., Feb. 9 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.
THE TABLE, 6 p.m., Feb. 13 and the second Thursday of each month, Petersville United Methodist Church, 2781 N. County Road 500E, Columbus. There will be a free meal and a time of sharing, discussion and prayers.
AMERICAN SEWING GUILD, 9 to 11 a.m., Feb. 1 and the first Saturday of each month. Neighborhood group welcomes sewing enthusiasts of all skill levels and walks of life, meets 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, email Marilyn at marilyndesigned@aol.com for meeting location.
COLUMBUS STAR QUILTERS, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Feb. 13, First Baptist Church, 3300 Fairlawn Drive, Columbus. After a short business meeting, Kathryn Walmsley will present a truck show of her wool applique creations. This presentation will warm your hearts and dazzle your eyes. Information: 812-342-4287.
EVENING STAR QUILT GUILD, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Feb. 10, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. Anna Carmon will be hosting “Love Is in the Air,” a discussion/presentation of members’ favorite quilting accessories, fabrics and quilting paraphernalia . Additional topics will include an announcement about their “Sleep in your own Bed Retreat” and The Heritage Show in Bloomington. Join the Guild for a heart warming meeting!
FRIENDS DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB, 1 to 4:30 p.m. every Thursday, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 2561 N. California St., Columbus. Bridge club open to the public.
PROPELLER LEGO CLUB, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Mondays, Jan. 27, Feb. 3, 10, Columbus Propeller, 4760 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus. Come join Propeller’s ever-growing Lego Club. The club is free and open for all ages.
MUSIC MAKERSPACE, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Wednesdays, Jan. 22, 29, Feb. 5, Columbus Propeller, 4760 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus. Music Makerspace is a place where people can come looking for others to play music with. People interested in getting back into playing or picking up an instrument are welcome.
PROPELLER CRAFT CLUB MEET UP, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Jan. 28, Feb. 4, 11 Columbus Propeller, 4760 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus. The Propeller Craft Club is looking for creative and non-creative individuals who want to gather and work on different projects. All are welcome to join.
Workshops
WELDING WORKSHOP, 9 to 11 a.m., Jan. 25, Columbus Propeller, 4760 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus. Learn the basics of welding, tour Propeller’s metal shop, and get hands-on experience with welding equipment under the guidance of an instructor. For $100, attendees will receive two hours of welding time. Registration and information: members.columbuspropeller.com/events/25-jan-2025-welding-workshop.
STAINED GLASS WORKSHOP, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Jan. 25, Columbus Propeller, 4760 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus. This hands-on class offers limited seats, providing personalized guidance as you craft a stunning stained glass piece. Perfect for beginners and those with some experience. $110 will include stained glass training and materials. You will be creating a sun catcher that will be yours to take home at the end of the workshop. Registration and information: members.columbuspropeller.com/events/28-dec-2024-stained-glass-workshop-level-1-2-3.
POURED PAINT ART WORKSHOP, noon to 1:30 p.m., Feb. 1, Columbus Propeller, 4760 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus. Attendees will learn techniques to pour and move paint, creating unique and vibrant pieces of art on an 8×8 canvas. All materials will be provided. Cost is $25 per person. Registration and information: members.columbuspropeller.com/events/1-feb-2025-poured-paint-art-holiday-workshop.
EPOXY POUR CUTTING BOARD WORKSHOP, 6 to 7 p.m., Feb. 4, 8, Columbus Propeller, 4760 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus. Led by Black Dog Boards, this two-day workshop will guide participants through creating a cutting board using epoxy resin. Cost is $125 per person. Registration and information: members.columbuspropeller.com/events/4-feb-2025-epoxy-pour-cutting-board.
CANDLE MAKING WORKSHOP, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Feb. 7, Columbus Propeller, 4760 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus. Participants can create their own unique candles in this workshop led by Panthera Candleworks. Refreshments and wine are included. Cost is $35 to $60 per person. Registration and information: members.columbuspropeller.com/events/7-feb-2025-candle-making-workshop.
STAINED GLASS WORKSHOP, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Feb. 8, Columbus Propeller, 4760 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus. Design and assemble a stained glass piece to be featured in a custom light box. Perfect for beginners and experienced crafters. Cost is $125. Registration and information: members.columbuspropeller.com/events/8-feb-2025-stained-glass-workshop-light-box.
Galleries, museums, exhibits
INSPIRED BY BOTANICALS EXHIBITION, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, though Jan. 31, Perceptions Yoga, 139 E. State Road 3, Vernon. The first exhibition of the year will feature botanical-themed works from mother-daughter duo Debbie and Carin Hurt. An opening reception will be from noon to 2 p.m. on Jan. 4. For more information about the exhibit or to inquire about specific pieces, contact Karen Chilman at karenchilman@perceptionsyoga.org.
ANNUAL PATRON AND YOUNG ARTIST EXHIBITION, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Jan. 26 through Feb. 22, Brown County Art Guild, 48 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. This annual exhibition and art contest features emerging talent in the community. An artist reception will be from 2 to 4 p.m. on Feb. 22, with awards at 3 p.m.
GUILD ARTIST EXHIBITION, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., through Feb. 28, Brown County Art Guild, 48 S. Van Buren St., Nashville.
JUBILEE COLLECTION III SPECIAL EXHIBITION, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., through Feb. 28, Brown County Art Guild, 48 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. This third exhibition features a talented grouping of Guild artists.
THE GAMES PEOPLE PLAY EXHIBIT, Stillframes Art and Design, Art in Focus Gallery, 4780 Progress Drive, Columbus. Featuring the artwork of Bobbie K. Owens, with additional works from Robert Anderson, Robert Pulley, Kimberly Free, Linda Peterson and Laurie Wright, the exhibit showcases pieces crafted from vintage game boards. Open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Information: 812-372-0762, banderson@stillframes.com.
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 524 Third St., Columbus. BCHS hosts two permanent exhibits that share the history and heritage of Bartholomew County. 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/VISITORS CENTER/RESEARCH CENTER, west side of Hope Town Square, 644 Main St., Hope. The Museum and Research Center are closed for the winter season until April but are available by appointment. Contact the museum at 812-546-8020.
ATTERBURY-BAKALAR AIR MUSEUM, at Columbus Municipal Airport, 4742 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus, will be closed through March 5 for winter upgrades. Pending availability, special tours, library access, and media center programs may still be scheduled during the closed months by calling 812-372-4356. Follow the museum 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, 134 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. Guild artist exhibition and sale is all-new artwork and a refurbished gallery space. Open Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. Information: 812-988-6185 or browncountyartguild.org.
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 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. 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, brncagal@att.net, browncountyartgallery.org.
CHARLENE MARSH STUDIO & GALLERY, 4013 Lanam Ridge Road, Nashville, 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, 11 a.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.




