Events

It can be boring for Teddy to stay home all the time. That’s why kids are invited to bring their favorite teddies or stuffed animals to a Teddy Bear Tea Party, to be held at the Bartholomew County Public Library Jan. 17 as part of its Saturday Storytime series.

There’s a new place in town to view community-created art, but just where it’s located may be surprising to some.

“Bittersweet” is the perfect word to describe the end of local poet Skye Nicholson’s Open Mic Poetry & Prose series, coming to a close with Epilogue: Open Mic Poetry & Prose on Thursday.

Columbus’ long-running Bluegrass Jamboree is heading into 2026 with an open jam session and Hoosier bands on Saturday. As Jack Combest, founding member of Lincoln Central Neighborhood Family Center and one of the minds behind the jamboree, puts it, it’s plain and simple music and fun for everyone.

Need a break from the stress of the new year? Nationally touring comedian Mark Chalifoux has you covered.

Returning favorites, internationally touring musicians and much more are all aspects to look forward to with Jazz at Helen’s upcoming spring season.

Just like Harry Chapin’s song “Circle,” it’s all coming full circle for local musician Dale Sechrest.

Christmas may be over, but Winter Break’s still going strong. For parents looking for fun things to do together or to get their kids out of the house, there’s plenty of family-friendly activities to be found.

EDINBURGH — Fans of John Denver’s music are in for a great time at Edinburgh’s Pixy Theatre this Saturday.

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbus and the Tree of Knowledge Community Coven will be hosting their annual interfaith Winter Solstice celebration Friday night from 5 to 7 p.m. at 7850 W Goeller Blvd. This all ages event is open to the wider community and people of all faiths.