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MUSIC, PATRIOTISM, FIREWORKS AND ‘STRANGER THINGS’

July 4, 2019

— A television tradition for 39 years, "A Capitol Fourth" (8 p.m., PBS, TV-G, check local listings) presents music and fireworks from the grounds of the U.S. Capitol Building. John Stamos hosts a cast of performers that includes singer/songwriter Carole King.

Look for a 50th anniversary salute to "Sesame Street," and, of course, a celebration of our country’s 243rd birthday.

— Somewhat north of the Potomac, Derek Hough and Ciara host "Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular" (8 p.m., NBC, TV-PG) featuring an enormous pyrotechnic display and musical performances by Luke Bryan, Khalid, Maren Morris, Brad Paisley and others.

— Long a staple on CBS, the live broadcast of the "Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular" (8 p.m., TV-G) can be found on Bloomberg.

— For those who celebrate their country’s birthday with country music, the "Let Freedom Sing Concert" (10 p.m., CMT, TV-PG) comes live from downtown Nashville. Brett Eldredge and Cody Alan host.

— Among the many TV marathons airing today, WGN offers viewers two solid days of "JAG" (9 a.m., TV-PG) repeats. The marathon announces the debut of the military legal procedural on the WGN lineup on weekdays at 4 p.m.

As network series go, "JAG" falls into the category of the one that got away. It originally aired on NBC, but that network canceled it after the 1995-6 season. CBS picked it up, and it ran there for an additional nine years, spinning into syndication and appearing in 90 countries. Its most lasting legacy is its spin-off, "NCIS," which long ranked as the most-watched drama on network TV.

— A combination of 1980s nostalgia, adolescent hijinks and scary monsters, "Stranger Things" enters its third mind-bending season on Netflix.

Even if you’ve watched both seasons, there’s a lot to remember. I highly recommend the 15-minute Youtube recap, created by Netflix and starring several members of the cast.

While season three promises much strangeness, the greatest uncertainty is how we will react to cast favorites as they progress deeper into their teenage years. It’s a rare series that remains popular when cute adolescent characters morph before our eyes. It’s a TV tradition that dates back at least to "Leave It to Beaver" and affected "Malcolm in the Middle" in its later seasons. "Modern Family" lingered on well beyond its kids’ adorable phases.

— We hold these truths to be self-evident, that not all reality programming is created equal. "Dr. Pimple Popper: Red, White & Ewww, Part 2" (8 p.m., TLC) asks viewers to declare their independence from the unsightly.

TONIGHT’S OTHER HIGHLIGHTS

— Alessandra Ambrosio guest-judges on "MasterChef" (8 p.m., Fox, r, TV-14).

— Miniature golf and maximum distraction on "Holey Moley" (8 p.m. ABC, r, TV-PG).

— Three helpings of "Planet Earth: Yellowstone" (8 p.m., 9 p.m. and 10 p.m., BBC America, r, TV-G).

— Hallmark commemorates the holiday with a "4th of July Wedding Movie Countdown" (8 p.m., TV-G).

— Siblings wield spatulas on "Family Food Fight" (9 p.m., ABC, r, TV-PG).

— Dean Cain hosts "The Top 10 Greatest Animal Movies of All Time" (9 p.m., CW, r, TV-PG)

— A thief among thieves has his life stolen on "Elementary" (10 p.m., CBS, TV-PG).

— A former thief returns to her seaside home town on the pilot episode of "Reef Break" (10 p.m., ABC, r, TV-PG).

CULT CHOICE

Director Wes Anderson ("Fantastic Mr. Fox") returns to stop-motion animation in the 2018 fantasy "Isle of Dogs" (8:25 HBO Family).

SERIES NOTES

On two helpings of "The Big Bang Theory" (CBS, r, TV-PG), lessons of youth (8 p.m.), paintball (9 p.m.) … A brat’s brain tastes spoiled on "iZombie" (8 p.m., CW, r, TV-14) … A bully looms on "Young Sheldon" (8:30 p.m., CBS, r, TV-PG).

Dax Shepard hosts "Spin the Wheel" (9 p.m., Fox, r, TV-PG) … Gambling woes on "Mom" (9:30 p.m., CBS, r, TV-14).

LATE NIGHT

"The Daily Show With Trevor Noah" (11 p.m., Comedy Central) presents "The Beast of Special" … Martin Short appears on "Conan" (11 p.m., TBS, r) … Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Tommy Vietor and BTS are booked on "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" (11:35 p.m., CBS, r) … Jimmy Fallon welcomes Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin, Noah Schnapp, Sadie Sink, Ramy Youssef and Ivan Orkin on "The Tonight Show" (11:35 p.m., NBC, r) … Seth Rogen, Mike Tyson and Iggy Azalea appear on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" (11:35 p.m., ABC).

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Andrew Rannells and Carla Lalli Music visit "Late Night With Seth Meyers" (12:35 a.m., NBC, r) … Laura Dern, Alfonso Cuaron and Beck appear on "The Late Late Show With James Corden" (12:35 a.m., CBS, r).

Feature Focus: Brian’s picks

Staff Reports

July 4, 2019

Ceraland Park leaders might as well change the facility’s name to Patriotism Park on a days such as today when they offer enough holiday happenings to make our Founding Fathers smile. There will be food vendors, a bounce house, children’s crafts, games and inflatables, aquatic activities, cornhole, kickball, a bike parade, movies, a concert from the Night Owl Country Band and, of course, fireworks finishing off the proceedings with a bang. Gate entry $2 per person for ages 4 and older (and free to annual pass holders). Information: ceraland.org/july-4th-schedule.html.

You can get find your summer fun by steering yourself to the free Hope Summer Cruise-In from 6 to 8. Friday on the historic Hope Town Square, 644 Main St. All makes, models and years of vehicles are welcome at the gathering, according to organizers. Live music and more is scheduled. Information: 812-546-0423.

If you’re crazy about critters with a heart for their well-being, then Utopia Wildlife Rehabilitators’ First Saturdays at Utopia free event at 1 p.m. Saturday (weather permitting) can be a great way to learn plenty up close and personal — and this presentation a solid pick for youngsters in your clan, and includes a property tour. Organizers suggest that visitors offer a donation during their visit to the facility at 18300 E. County Rd 200N near Hope. Information: 812-546-6318 or utopiawildlife.org

Brian Blair is a Republic reporter. He can be reached at 379-5672 or bblair@therepublic.com.

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Go! Guide – July 4

July 4, 2019

Kids and teens

BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: Lego Club Ages 6-12, 3:30 p.m. July 5; Preschool STEAM Ages 3-5, 10:30 a.m. July 8; Art Smart for Teens: Pressed Plants & Flowers, 4 p.m. July 8; From Scratch for Teens: Banana Pudding, 4 p.m. July 9; Full STEAM Ahead, Grades 4-6, 5:30 p.m. July 9; Star Stories Grades K-6, noon, July 10; One-shot RPG for Teens: Monster of the Week, Grades 4-6, 4 p.m., July 11; Space Party Grades 3-8, 4 p.m. July 11; Teen STEAM: 3D Print Club, 4 p.m. July 12; Dawn of the Space Age for Ages 5 and older, 10 a.m. July 13, at Columbus East High School Planetarium, 230 S. Marr Road; Light Saber Academy Ages 6-12, 3 p.m. July 13; Sans Souci Storytime, 4 p.m. July 15, 16; Snack and Chat for Teens: Book Edition, 4 p.m. July 15; Teen Games, 6 p.m. July 15; Teen DIY at Hope: Galaxy Tote Bag, 4 p.m. July 16; CoderDojo — Grades 2-12, 4:30 p.m. July 16; CoderDojo — Grades 2-12, 4:30 p.m. July 16; CoderDojo — Grades 7-12, 4:30 p.m. July 16; CoderDojo Grades 2-12, 4:30 p.m. July 16. Register for events at mybcpl.org under “events.” Information: 812-379-1255.

LEARN TO PLAY HOCKEY, 4:15 p.m. Saturdays, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Cost is $5 for ages 4-12. Free equipment is available to use. This is a drop-in event so no need to register. Make sure to get here at least 30 minutes early if you need equipment. For information, contact Hamilton Community Center and Ice Arena at 812-376-2686.

FREE TINKERGARTEN BABIES TRIAL, 10 a.m. July 6, Mill Race Park, 50 Carl Miske Drive, Columbus. Families are welcome to drop in any time during the 60-minute trial class window, and stay as long as they like. Tinkergarten Babies classes are designed for children ages 6 to 18 months. Registration and information: tinkergarten.com/classes/.

FREE TINKERGARTEN TRIAL, 11:30 a.m. July 6, Mill Race Park, 50 Carl Miske Drive, Columbus. At Tinkergarten, families meet outdoors to connect and learn through play. In this free trial class, Tinkergarten leader Breanna Fields will facilitate an expert-designed play scenario, allowing children of various ages and needs to explore, problem solve, communicate, collaborate, and create together. Information and registration: tinkergarten.com/classes/.

PEEWEE DROP-IN SKILLS SESSION, 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Aug. 1, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. For pee-wee level hockey players only. Cost is $10. No need to pre-register, just pay before you play. Information: 812-376-2686.

BANTAM/HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY DROP-IN SKATING SESSIONS, 8:45 p.m. Thursdays through Aug. 1, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Cost is $10 and open to Bantam and High School level hockey players only. No need to pre-register, just drop in. Information: 812-376-2686.

BACK TO SCHOOL SKATE, 1-3 p.m. Aug. 2, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Send the summer off right with an afternoon of free skating. This event is free and open to the public. We will be collecting school supplies which will be donated to the Bartholomew County School Supply Assistance Program.

Music, live performances

COMEDY AND MUSIC MILITARY BENEFIT, 7 p.m. July 5, Pixy Theatre, 111 S. Walnut St., Edinburgh. Happy Place Comedy and The Doc Swivel Band host a benefit to support the troops. All are welcome and invited for a fun night of entertainment. Cost is $10 per person; half price with military identification. Info: theedinburghpixy.com.

THE SUMMER OF ‘69: MUSIC FROM THE WOODSTOCK ERA, 7:30 p.m. July 6, 12, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Reliving the music from 1969 and celebrating the 50th anniversary of Woodstock. Dress in your best Woodstock-era clothing. Doors open 7 p.m., showtime 7:30 p.m. Concessions available. Tickets, information: browncountyplayhouse.org.

JCB NEIGHBORFEST, 6-8:30 p.m. July 11 downtown Columbus, area of Washington and Fourth streets. All ages welcome to listen, dance, have fun. Bigger is Better Band performs. Upcoming dates: Aug. 1, The Jackson Way; Sept. 5, Tic Tac Flow, a quartet. Information: artsincolumbus.org.

DONNER PARK VARIETY SHOWS, 7-9 p.m. July 20, Aug. 10, Sept. 28, Donner Park shelter house, Columbus. July 20 lineup: Andy Sauer, master of ceremonies; Scottish bagpipe band; Jack Davis, harmonica; Charlie Moore singing Johnny Cash songs; Dale Sechrest, Arnold and Madi Ellison, Malaki Cea performing with vocals, guitars, banjo and piano. Free admission. Rain or shine.

BORN IN THE USA, 7:30 p.m. July 13, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Eric Brown & The L Street Band capture the essence of Springsteen’’s iconic sound in a way that pays homage to the legend’s early rise from New Jersey working class hero to international superstar. Tickets, information: browncountyplayhouse.org.

WEDNESDAY OPEN MIC, 7 to 10 p.m. Brown County Inn, 51 State Road 46 East, Nashville. Hosted by local musicians David Sisson and Jason Blankenship in the CornCrib Lounge. Food, drinks. Live music from singers, songwriters and performers.

Films, theater

CLASSIC SCIENCE FICTION: ‘WHEN WORLDS COLLIDE,’ 6 p.m. July 11, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Film historian and collector Eric Grayson provides background on the 1951 science fiction film “When Worlds Collide.” Grayson uses real movie film using a real movie projector.

CELEBRATE NASA’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF APOLLO 11’S MOON LANDING-MAIN AND HOPE, 4 p.m. July 15, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Join us for a live webcast event to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Mission. This live webcast, brought to you by the American Museum of Natural History, features a guided recreation of the Apollo 11 voyage — the space flight that landed the first two astronauts on the moon.

Talks, lectures, classes

HOW BIG IS THE UNIVERSE? 6 p.m. July 15, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Presenter Paul Walorski uses easily understandable models and pictures, instead of just big numbers, to help illustrate the relative sizes and distances to the moon, sun, planets, stars and galaxies. All ages are welcome, so bring your kids and their questions. Walorski is a Cummins retiree and former adjunct professor at IUPUC, teaching introductory physics and astronomy classes for 27 years.

APOLLO 11: ONE GREAT LEAP, A SERIES OF FIRSTS, 6 p.m. July 16, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Marking the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing on July 20, 1969, hear astronaut Neil Armstrong recount the lead up to the first moon landing as well as the other “series of firsts,” associated with that historic mission including the first color TV transmission from Earth and the first time a customs report was filled out from another planet! Armstrong is portrayed by Terry Lynch who has over 20 years’ experience as a professional actor. Recommended for grades 5 and up.

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 problems with fellow veterans who may also be having a similar experience.

Sports, exercise, wellness

KATIE McBURNETT 5K/10K, 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. July 27, Mill Race Park, 50 Carl Miske Drive, Columbus. Fifth annual Katie McBurnett 5K/10K. Register online at katiemcburnett.racewire.com before July 5 to receive a T-shirt. Race starts at 8 a.m., check-in starts at 7 a.m.

ADULT HOCKEY LEAGUE, 7:15-10 p.m. Mondays, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Adult Hockey League runs through Aug. 12. Cost is $145. This league is for intermediate to advanced skill level players. Register at the front office or online at columbusparks andrec.com.

COLUMBUS INDIANA ULTIMATE FRISBEE, 5:45 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, Mill Race Park, 50 Carl Miske Drive, Columbus. Play starts at about 6 p.m. and continues until dusk at Mill Race Park — at Festival Field (to the left when viewed from the hill). Cleats are helpful, but are not required. Bring a white shirt, a colored shirt and water. Gray shirts are not recommended.

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.

YOGA BASICS AT NOON, noon to 1 p.m. third Wednesday of every month, 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 held on the third Wednesday of each month. Bring your own mat.

YOGA OF 12-STEP RECOVERY, classes at Recovery Engagement Center, 1951 McKinley Ave., Columbus. Donation-based class. Information: 812-447-2585.

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: foundation foryouth.com.

Seasonal

HOPE SUMMER CRUISE-INS, July 5, Aug. 2, Sept. 6. Car enthusiasts can park cars off the east side of the town square. All models and years welcome. Bands perform 6-8 p.m. Events and attractions throughout the summer include a baby contest, baking contest, coloring contest, cornhole tournament, ice cream floats, food, craft and produce vendors, and more. Info: 812-546-0423.

COLUMBUS SALVATION ARMY CAR SHOW, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 20, Sandy Hook United Methodist Church, 1640 Taylor Road, Columbus. Registration begins at 9 a.m., cars will be judged by participants. Registration costs are $15 day of show and $12.50 before. T-shirts, food and door prize will be available for sale.

CAR AND TRUCK SHOW, 7 p.m. July 20, Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 3300 N. State Road 3, North Vernon. Fifty trophies awarded; breakfast of biscuits and gravy; lunch of sandwiches and homemade pies available for purchase. Sign-in 8 a.m. to noon; entry fee is $15 rain or shine. Information: Dutch, 812-592-4968, or Janet, 812-592-4967.

SUMMER BLOCK PARTY, 6-9 p.m. July 27, Community Downtown, 522 Seventh St., Columbus. Free summer block event that features live music from local bands Bartholomew and Here Together. Free food and children’s activities also available. All ages welcome

COLUMBUS FARMERS MARKET, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays, Cummins parking lot between Lindsey and Brown streets. Join us for fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs, baked goods, ready to eat foods, arts and crafts, and live music. Bike valet provided by the Bicycle Co-op. SNAP Double Bucks program and Farmers Market Nutrition Program (senior and WIC vouchers) accepted.

COLUMBUS CITY SUMMER FARMERS MARKET, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. through Sept. 21, FairOaks Mall parking lot on 25th Street. Fresh vegetables, fruit, herbs, eggs, honey, sauces, plants, baked goods, local art and pulled pork sandwiches. Plenty of parking. Bikes, wheelchairs, and walkers have easy access to the market.

Miscellaneous

BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled:Craft Night: Space Themes, 6 p.m. July 9; American Sign Language Meet-up, 10 a.m. July 11; Bartholomew County Writers Group, 6 p.m. July 11; Pen It! Publications Meet and Greet, 10 a.m. July 13; Share a memory; Scanathon in the Digital Underground, 2 p.m. July 13; Columbus Viewfinders Photography Club, 6:30 p.m. July 15. Register for events at mybcpl.org under “events.” Information: 812-379-1255.

AMERICAN SEWING GUILD NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING, 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. July 6, Aug. 3, Bartholomew County REMC, 1697 W. Deaver Road, Columbus. Group meets monthly on the first Saturday of every month. 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, your latest project to show and tell, and your own beverage and snack. Sewing enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Bring your favorite sewing tool to January’s meeting. Questions: contact Marilyn at marilyndesigned@aol.com.

AMERICAN SEWING GUILD FAIR EXHIBIT, 6-8 p.m. July 8, Bartholomew County Fairgrounds, 750 W. County Road 200S, Columbus. Members will be on hand to talk about the group’s activities; sew Christmas stockings for military service members; and share their love of sewing. Many of the members have entries in the fair which will be on exhibit as well. Anyone interested in sewing should stop by to explore what the Guild has to offer.

COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1959 60TH REUNION, times vary, all day July 26-27. Locations: Hopkins Farm, July 26; Hilton Garden Inn, July 27.

BINGO, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. Open to the public.

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.

COLUMBUS AREA RAILROAD CLUB OPEN HOUSE, with four operating layouts, noon to 4 p.m. third Saturday of each month (July 20) except in September at the Johnson County Park headquarters building at Camp Atterbury. Information: Greg Harter, 812-350-8636; columbusarea rail roadclub.com; or info@columbus arearailroadclub.com.

Galleries, museums & exhibits

SUNDAY SOCIAL, 2-4 p.m. July 7, Yellow Trail Museum, 644 Main St., Hope. Second in a series of Sunday Socials about Hartsville College and the town of Hartsville. The public is invited to the museum to discuss or just listen to information about the town. Everyone is invited to share in this afternoon discussion about the past. At this event, Michael Cartwright from the University of Indianapolis will present much of his research from the past several years about Hartsville College. Others are encouraged to bring along pictures or newspaper clippings to share. Information: 812-546-8020.

JERRY CLIFTON: INTARSIA WOOD ART EXHIBIT, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through July 23, B3 Gallery, 61 W. Main St., upstairs, Nashville. Artist’s reception will be held 4-7 p.m. June 28 at the gallery. Intarsia is a technique that uses varied shapes, sizes and species of wood to create a mosaic-like picture. Clifton relies on the natural variation of wood to create his pieces without stains. Finished works can include hundreds of pieces of wood and take 60 or more hours to complete.

(IN)PLACE EXHIBITION, noon to 4 p.m. through Aug. 9 Thursday through Saturday, (Closed July 4-6), Gallery 411, 411 Sixth St., Columbus. Exhibit featuring local artists Rachel Kavathe, Christine Sullivan and Michele Pollock. (IN)place is a poetic exploration of the natural environment by three local visual artists, each with her own approach to material and subject matter. The work and ideas on view are united by the language of observation and an interest in the shared experiences with nature that connect us all. Learn more at artsincolumbus.org/411.

SHANNON MALANOSKI PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT, regular hours through spring, Hotel Indigo, 400 Brown St., Columbus. Free exhibit featuring works of Shannon Malanoski.

GALLERY 506, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, inside Columbus Visitors Center, 506 Fifth St.

AVENUE OF THE ARCHITECTS, regular library business hours, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. An exhibit of photographs and illustrations about Columbus’ Fifth Street.

WINDOW TO COLUMBUS, Heritage Fund courtyard, 538 Franklin St., Columbus. Small, ongoing exhibit about innovation and design in Columbus.

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, Hartsvillle, 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.

IN THE BEGINNING, free art exhibit for Bob Burris’ work, WellConnect, 237 Washington St. in Columbus.

ATTERBURY-BAKALAR AIR MUSEUM, at Columbus Municipal Airport, 4770 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. Closed Sundays and Mondays. Special tours may be scheduled by calling 812-372-4356. The museum preserves the history of the former Atterbury Army Air Field, later named Bakalar Air Force Base. Visit the museum online at atterburybakalarairmuseum.org and on Facebook.

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.

TRE BICCHIERI, 425 Washington St., Columbus. Artwork by nine local artists including Gail Plattner, Jeff Jackson, Stephen Whittaker, John Strickland, Susie Gregory, Rebecca Campbell, Cathy Schooler and Robert Baker. All artwork is for sale. Hours: 5 to 9 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 5 to 10 p.m. Saturdays.

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.

BROWN COUNTY ART GUILD, 48 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Information: 812-988-6185 or browncountyartguild.org.

HOOSIER ARTIST GALLERY, 45 S. Jefferson St., Nashville. Information: 269-375-3234.

B3 GALLERY, 125 S. Van Buren St., Nashville, second floor of the Artist Colony Shops. Information: 812-988-6675.

BROWN COUNTY ART GALLERY, Artist Drive and Main Street, Nashville. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Information: browncountyartgallery.org or 812-988-4609.

JENNINGS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM, 335 Brown St., Vernon. Information: 812-346-8989 and jenningscounty.org.

Fundraisers, nonprofits

STATE STREET COMMUNITY WORSHIP CENTER CLOTHING GIVEAWAY AND FISH FRY, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 6, State Street Community Worship Center, 104 S. State St., North Vernon. Clothing giveaway, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; giant tenderloin, chicken tenders and fish fry, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. There will be indoor dining as well as carry-out. Information: Pastor Mike Biggs 812-767-0466.

BOOK SALE, open during regular library hours, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Visit the Friends of the Library ongoing book sales at the Main and Hope Branch Library. Great bargains for all ages. Proceeds to the Friends who in turn support library events, programs and art and craft supplies.

Ongoing

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.

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.

ZOO’OPOLIS EXOTIC PETTING WORLD, 12696 W. County Road 50S, Columbus. Visit all habitats and learn about pets, feed and take pictures with more than 100 animals representing more than 40 different species and the reptile kingdom, including foxes, raccoons, timber wolves, prairie dogs, wallabies and more. Reservations required. Choose from two sessions: 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. or 2:30-5 p.m. Text to make your reservation 812-764-4980. Learn more on Facebook under Zoo’Opolis Exotic Petting World.

Mayor Lienhoop gets second term

Mark Webber

July 4, 2019

While the November election is still months away, incumbent Columbus Mayor Jim Lienhoop is unopposed and will receive a second term. Likewise, clerk-treasurer Luann Welmer, who is also unopposed, will receive a third term that begins in January.

Republican, Democrat and Libertarian party leaders had until noon Wednesday to fill vacancies on the Nov. 5 municipal election ballot.

When that deadline arrived, no additional names had been submitted, Bartholomew County Chief Deputy Clerk Dustin Renner said.

However, voters in Columbus will have more ballot choices this November than they’ve seen in a number of years.

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Every candidate running for Columbus City Council is facing competition. That includes five that represent specific districts, as well as two who were elected at-large, Bartholomew County Elections Supervisor Shari Lentz said.

“Both parties have done a great job in recruiting strong council candidates, and deserve to be commended,” Lentz said.

Lentz said she’s hopeful there will be enough interest among Columbus residents in the fall election that voter turnout exceeds the disappointing 14% from the May primary.

While Republicans have dominated state and county elections in Bartholomew County since 2010, two Democrats won close victories during the 2015 municipal election.

Elaine Wagner narrowly defeated Republican Ryan Brand to win her first term as District 2 council member, while her fellow Democrat, Tom Dell, received enough votes to edge out GOP member Kenny Whipker to win one of the at-large seats.

Bartholomew County Democratic chairman Bob Hyatt said repeatedly he did not anticipate finding an opponent to run against Lienhoop.

“Generally, Democrats are satisfied with his job performance,” Hyatt said during a December 2018 interview.

Candidates have until noon July 15 to voluntarily withdraw from the municipal election ballot.

The deadline to register to vote in the Nov. 5 municipal general election is Oct. 7.

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District 1

Dascal Bunch (R)*

Jerone B. Wood (D)

Michael Kinder (I)

District 2

Jim Hartsook (R)

Elaine Wagner (D)*

District 3

David Bush (R)*

Katea Ravega (D)

District 4

Frank Miller (R)*

Michael Schoumacher (D)

District 5

Tim Shuffett (R)*

Ross Thomas (D)

At-Large (Choose two)

Laurie Booher (R)*

Josh Burnett (R)

Tom Dell (D)*

Grace Kestler (D)

* indicates incumbent

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Fireworks dazzle crowd as Columbus celebrates the 4th

Brian Blair

July 4, 2019

20190705cr QMIX fireworks 26 — Firework go off during the annual QMIX musical fireworks celebration in Columbus, Ind., Wednesday, July 3, 2019. Mike Wolanin | The Republic

Columbus became a literal boomtown late Wednesday behind the creativity of local rocketman David Maschino, representing Iowa-based J&M Displays Inc.

He lit the fuse for the anniversary extravaganza billed as Columbus Regional Health and Cummins Present QMIX Musical Fireworks 30: “Traditions of Freedom” at the Columbus Municipal Airport.

Greensburg resident Ray Bebout explained why he and his family huddled under umbrellas amid a thunderstorm three hours earlier near the family festivities and food booths on the grounds of Ivy Tech Community College.

Could he be considered somewhat kaboom crazy?

“Oh, I’m a pyromaniac,” he said with a chuckle.

There was plenty of fire in the sky, to say nothing of rocketing rainbows, for the 23-minute show synchronized to pop-rock music clips compiled by Brittany Gray, operations manager and morning host for QMIX 107.3 FM radio, and Dave Wineland, QMIX production director.

Thomas Sheckles, 7, wears American flags on his head during the annual QMIX musical fireworks celebration in Columbus, Ind., Wednesday, July 3, 2019. Mike Wolanin | The Republic

People gather in front of Willow Crossing for the annual QMIX musical fireworks celebration in Columbus, Ind., Wednesday, July 3, 2019. Mike Wolanin | The Republic

For more on this story, see Friday’s Republic. And check out more photos at therepublic.com.

Columbus couple funds new center

Brian Blair

July 4, 2019

The new 4,600-square-foot $2.6 million Singing Winds Visitor Center at the T.C. Steele State Historic Site in Nashville has recently won accolades in online mentions. Columbus residents and longtime art and arts supporters Bob and Barb Stevens made the facility possible through their financial support that was coupled with matching support from state funds.

Festive sounds set: 4-H fair acts set for varied entertainment

Brian Blair

July 4, 2019

Kendall Yeaton will perform at the Bartholomew County 4-H Fair July 11.

At an event such as the Bartholomew County 4-H Fair, singer and guitarist Mike Wilson understands his band Ferguson Road must aim for a moving experience.

Literally. Because most of his crowd will be on the move from one spot to another amid everything from the midway to food booths.

But he knows one surefire way to bring a strolling crowd to an astonished halt: have his sister Melissa Rager croon the Janis Joplin classic “Me and Bobby McGee.”

“That is definitely one that has made a few people stop right in their tracks,” Wilson said. “Our hope, though, is that people are willing to sit for maybe a song or two and just enjoy it.”

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The trio playing rock to country to blues hopes to gain its share of listeners as part of the fair’s free entertainment slated Friday through July 12 at the fairgrounds on County Road 200 South near Garden City. Ferguson Road, something of a local fair regular, is slated to appear from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Friday at the Farm Bureau Building.

The free event’s entertainment schedule features everything from clogging to Celtic tunes, from magic to the rhythm of a drum circle.

“The crowd you might attract is definitely an unknown,” Wilson said. “And that in itself can make this exciting.”

The Columbus City Band has been a fair staple almost as long as cotton candy and lemon shake-ups. Director Steve McGrew, who loves the exposure that fairs in Bartholomew and Jackson counties give his group, has planned a music set geared toward a pops concert with a few marches thrown in for good measure.

So he has planned a medley of everything from Henry Mancini works to John Phillips Sousa marches for the group’s July 8 performance at the David Boll Theatre. For the younger set, a collage of Walt Disney Pictures’ soundtrack tunes such as “When You Wish Upon a Star” from the flick “Pinocchio” will be featured.

Adding to the varied mix will be a song “Ticondoroga,” which is Leroy Anderson’s only march.

And given that the ensemble will be playing just days after the July Fourth holiday, it seems ideal that the concert closer will be the flag-waving favorite “The Stars and Stripes Forever.” McGrew finds great fun in the festive fair atmosphere.

“It’s a real kick,” he said.

Local singer-songwriter Kendall Yeaton will have dad Mark Yeaton join him for a show July 11 at the David Boll Theatre. The song selection is expected to range from the sounds of former Seymour-based pop-rock group The Elms to Christian pop group Need To Breathe to late rocker Tom Petty. He also will include some original material in a 90-minute set.

“We always try to make the (performance) day at the fair a family event,” Kendall Yeaton said, adding that his wife and two young children will enjoy the event well before his concert.

He understands his presentation needs a broad scope to appeal to a wide-ranging audience.

“So we’ll try to cover at least a couple different decades,” he said.

And wait for the milling crowd to stop, look and listen.

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At the Farm Bureau building:

bartholomewcountyfair.com/entertainment-2/farm-bureau

At the David Boll Theatre:

bartholomewcountyfair.com/entertainment-2/free-entertainment-2/

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Bigger Is Better band brings brassy funk to Neighborfest

Brian Blair

July 4, 2019

Samuel Meza takes a selfie with Tara Tremaine, singer with Bigger is Better Band, as his sons Noah J. Meza and Silas C. Meza watch the band during BBQ, Blues and Brews, Saturday, June 22, 2019. Carla Clark | For The Republic

Dallas Miller has a message for those who might have caught his Bigger Is Better Band’s performance at the recent BBQ Blues & Brew in downtown Columbus.

They were just getting warmed up.

“We’re gonna crank it up a notch,” the bassist/vocalist said of the overall energy while speaking from Indianapolis where the group is based.

The ensemble, which got some in the crowd up and dancing to tunes such as “Uptown Funk,” promises to bring plenty of exuberance to the Columbus Area Arts Council’s next JCB Neighborfest free street concert July 11 in front of The Commons at 300 Washington St. The series is a joint effort with Fun On Fourth, which coordinates food and drinks for purchase.

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Miller guarantees he and his bandmates will make the event Fun on Washington. For proof, check out the group’s groove on its video of the classic rock tune “Mustang Sally” on its Facebook page. Or you might catch a Youtube clip of the band’s version of Sly and the Family Stone’s hit “Dance to the Music.”

But if you want to see the brass section dance a bit to the music, you’ll have to see the video for the Katrina and the Waves’ song “Walking On Sunshine.”

“You know what?” Miller asked. “I think the secret of our band is that we’re all great friends. People tell us, ‘You look like you’re having a great time up there.’”

Indeed they are, with Miller and his mates all music veterans now in their 60s and relishing tunes from the 1960s to today. Back in the 1980s, group members toured with Indianapolis-area artists ranging from Carl Storie to Henry Lee Summer and performed on Q-95 album projects full of polished artists.

Lead singer Tara Trumaine, at 21, gives the group a more modern, contemporary edge.

“She’s kind of like the nice hood ornament on an old beater (car),” Miller said with a chuckle.

Those who’ve heard her soulful pipes might consider listening to her performance something a spiritual experience, given the fact that she’s a church pop-rock worship leader. But the band is built on the divine principle of humility.

“We’re all past the point of wanting to be rock stars or the next Rolling Stones,” Miller said. “We just love to play, and want people to have a great time.”

He acknowledged that a bassist’s musical underpinning can be key to the band’s often-bluesy sound.

“But, if people hear a mistake,” he said with a laugh, “I always blame the drummer.”

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What: The Columbus Area Arts Council’s JCB Neighborfest street concert presented with Fun on Fourth.

When: 6 to 8:30 p.m. July 11.

Where: In front of The Commons at 300 Washington St. in downtown Columbus.

Admission: Free, with food and drinks available for purchase.

Information: artsincolumbus.org

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Two arrested on drug-related charges in I-65 traffic stop

Julie McClure

July 4, 2019

CROTHERSVILLE — Indiana State Police arrested a North Vernon man and a passenger in his car on I-65 near Crothersville Wednesday on drug-related charges.

The traffic stop occurred at 1 p.m. Wednesday when Trooper Randel Miller stopped a white 1991 Chevrolet truck in the northbound I-65 lanes near the 36-mile-marker in southern Jackson County for a traffic infraction, said Sgt. Stephen Wheeles, Indiana State Police spokesmen.

During the course of the traffic stop, Miller became suspicious of criminal activity. He deployed his drug detection K-9 Jinx, who alerted to the odor of drugs coming from the vehicle, Wheeles said.

During a search of the vehicle, troopers located approximately 28 grams of suspected methamphetamine in the vehicle.

Miller arrested the driver of the vehicle, Ryan C. Plessinger, 33, North Vernon, and his passenger Rose Z. Victorino, 57, Crothersville, on preliminary felony charges of dealing in methamphetamine and possession of methamphetamine, Wheeles said.

After being transported to the Jackson County Jail, Victorino was found to be in possession of approximately 40 additional grams of suspected methamphetamine that was concealed on her person, Wheeles said.

Plessinger and Victorino are being held in the Jackson County Jail pending their initial appearances in the Jackson Circuit Court.

Miller was assisted by additional troopers with the Indiana State Police-Versailles All Crimes Policing Unit.

Dozens turn out for free hot dogs, hep A vaccines

Andy East

July 3, 2019

People wait in line for a free hot dog and hepatitis A vaccine on the plaza outside the Bartholomew County Public Library in Columbus, Ind., Tuesday, July 2, 2019. Mike Wolanin | The Republic

Hot dogs and hepatitis A vaccines were on the menu at the Bartholomew County Public Library on Tuesday as state health officials continued their ongoing efforts throughout the county to combat an outbreak.

Approximately 45 people lined up in 84-degree heat in the library’s plaza awaiting the hot dogs and vaccines about 15 minutes after the clinic opened at 11 a.m. The line of people stretched out across the plaza, nearly reaching Fifth Street.

State health officials said 100 hepatitis A vaccines were administered at the library from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Approximately 160 hot dogs were available, said Mildred Elkins, a Bartholomew County health official who had recruited a couple members of her church, Westside Community Church, to grill the hot dogs.

Tuesday’s vaccination clinic was the latest in a series of clinics locally hosted by state and county health officials, who are grappling to contain a major outbreak of hepatitis A in the state.

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Hepatitis A is a highly contagious, vaccine-preventable viral liver infection that can cause loss of appetite, nausea, tiredness, fever, stomach pain, brown-colored urine and light-colored stools.

The virus spreads when a person unknowingly ingests the virus from objects, food or drinks contaminated with infected fecal matter. This often happens when an infected person fails to wash his or her hands adequately after using the bathroom or engages in behaviors that increase the risk of infection, the health department said.

On Friday, state health officials vaccinated 67 people at Love Chapel Food Pantry, located at 311 Center St. in Columbus, said Amanda Organist, director of nursing at the Bartholomew County Health Department. On June 24, another 24 people were vaccinated at the food pantry, state health officials said.

A total of 3,214 hepatitis A vaccines have been administered in Bartholomew County since Nov. 1, 2017, according to state health records.

Bartholomew County and state health officials will team up to hold three days of clinics July 9-11 at the Bartholomew County 4-H Fair.

As of Monday, there have been 1,667 confirmed cases of hepatitis A in Indiana — including 41 in Bartholomew County, according to data from the Indiana State Department of Health. Bartholomew County health officials have investigated 60 potential cases of the disease in the county, Organist said.

Typically, Indiana sees around 20 cases per year, according to the Indiana State Department of Health, while Bartholomew County typically has one to two cases per year, health officials said.

The outbreak has killed four people in Indiana and resulted in 908 hospitalizations across the state since Nov. 1, 2017, according to state figures. No deaths linked to hepatitis A have been reported in Bartholomew County.

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July 9: 5 to 9 p.m. at the Bartholomew County 4-H Fair, 750 W. County Road 200S, at the Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Department tent.

July 10: Noon to 9 p.m. at the Bartholomew County 4-H Fair, 750 W. County Road 200S, at the Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Department tent.

July 11: 5 to 9 p.m. at the Bartholomew County 4-H Fair, 750 W. County Road 200S, at the Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Department tent.

Call the Bartholomew County Health Department at 812-379-1555, option 1, for more information.

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