Kids and teens
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: 1’s-2’s Storytime, 10 a.m. Feb. 20; Just for Babies Story Times: 0-13 months, 11 a.m., Feb. 20; Tween Thursgame: Grades 4-6, 3 p.m., Feb. 20, 27; Thursgame, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 20, 27, Mar. 5; 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 Teens: Chocolate Mug Cake, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 21; Fri-DIY, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 21, 28, Mar. 6; TWEEN Advisory Board: Winter Party Grades 4-6, 4 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; Taste-It Tuesday, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 25; French Storytime Ages 11-18, 4:30 p.m., Feb. 25; French Storytime, Ages 0-10, 5 p.m., Feb. 25; Maker Wednesday: Grades 4-6, 3 p.m., Feb. 26; Watch-It Wednesday, 3:30 p.m., Feb. 26, Mar. 4; Tween D&D: Call to Adventure Grades 4-6, 4 p.m., Feb. 26; 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; Board game for Learning Disabilities, 1:30 p.m., Mar. 1; Music Monday, 3:15 p.m., Mar. 2; Snack+Chat: Mystery Fiction Edition, 4 p.m., Mar. 2; Gardening Tuesday, 3:15 p.m., Mar. 3; Manga/Anime Club, 4 p.m., Mar. 4; One-shot RPG: Dread, 3:45 p.m., Mar. 5. Register: mybcpl.org.
HOPE BRANCH LIBRARY, 635 Harrison St., Hope. Scheduled: Teen Steam, 3 p.m., Feb. 25; Teen Hogwarts for Muggles at Hope: House Buttons, 3 p.m., Mar. 3.
FIRST FRIDAYS FOR FAMILIES: “Jam as a Fam,” 6 to 7 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 through April. Performances are free and open to everyone. Come jam with Bongo Boy Music School as they shake, rattle and roll, playing drums and percussion and singing along to lots of fun songs! This creative 45-minute program is designed for young families with children ages 6 months to 4 years of age, but all ages are welcome! Children are able to engage with parents, grandparents and other kiddos while they explore rhythm, music and movement.
POP-UP STORYTIME AT WIC, 2 p.m. Feb. 21, United Way Building, 1531 13th St., Columbus. The BCPL 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.
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. 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.
THE PEANUT BUTTER FALCON, 6 to 7 p.m., Mar. 5, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. 2019 PG-13 film tells the story of a young man with Down syndrome and his escape from a residential nursing home in hopes of attending a professional wrestling school.
Music, live performances
A ROAD TO FREEDOM, 6 p.m., Feb. 20, North American House, 3375 N Linen Road, Vernon. This 45-minute play is for any age group interested in learning about the Underground Railroad in the East Indiana Network, which included Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky. The play is free to the public. For more information about the historical society and festivals/events, visit jenningscounty.org.
THE GRANNY CONNECTION FUNDRAISING CONCERT: A TRIBUTE TO JOHN DENVER, 5:30 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 songs and the second part will include 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.
NOT YOUR NORMAL ORGAN CONCERT, 6 to 7 p.m., March 1, First Christian Church, 531 Fifth St., Columbus. To benefit the restoration of the pipe organ and clock tower at First Christian Church, a national historic landmark. Fun for all ages! Advance tickets are $10/adults and $2/children (12 & under). Day of tickets will be $15/adults and $5/children (12 & under). Purchase tickets at fccoc.org or the church office. Additional information available at fccoc.org and Facebook @lisalohmeyermusic
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.
PIE BOOK STUDY, 1 to 3 p.m. Feb. 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.
FREE LEGAL AID CLINIC, 3 to 5 p.m., Feb. 24, United Way Building, 1531 13th St., Columbus. A free legal clinic for the Bartholomew County community members at the Legal Aid Office, United Way Building.
BE: CONSPIRING FOR JUSTICE, 6 to 8 p.m., Feb. 29, First Presbyterian Church, Seventh and Franklin Streets, Columbus. This workshop will be an interactive primer on Christian activism for social justice, focusing especially on anti-racism. It will draw on the wisdom of Christian theology and the advice of life-long activists to identify how we can be part of the struggle for justice. Child care is available. A light meal will be served. This is a free community event welcoming people of all faith backgrounds.
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
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. Orientation sessions every 30 minutes. Wear comfortable clothes, appropriate shoes, and bring some water. Equipment will be provided or bring your own paddle. Several courts will also be designated for open play, $10 non-members, $5 TLAC members. All levels welcome. Call TLAC at 812-342-4495 or email [email protected] for more information or short videos to fast track your Pickleball knowledge and skills.
BEGINNER PICKLEBALL CLINIC FOR ADULTS, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Mar. 1, 8, Tipton Lakes Athletic Club, 4000 W Goeller Blvd, Columbus. **PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Limit 16 participants per clinic.** Registration deadline Feb. 29, 5 p.m. To register or for more information, email [email protected]. Pickleball is a low impact activity fun for all ages. Wear comfortable clothing, proper footwear, and bring your own water. Equipment will be provided or bring your own paddle. It is a 2-wk clinic, 2 hrs. each for a total of $35/person. Pay the instructor in cash or check on the first day. Participants must attend each lesson, since the subsequent week will build upon the previous lesson. *There is a separate $10 non-member or $5 member fee each visit at TLAC. Please pay at the TLAC front desk before attending the clinic each week.* Follow Columbus Pickleball Club on Facebook.
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. 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 at [email protected].
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: 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; Women at Indiana University, 6 p.m., Mar. 3; Great Genealogy Starts, 6 p.m., Mar. 3; Skill Builders, 1 p.m., Mar. 4; "SEED: The Untold Story," 6:30 p.m., Mar. 4; Drawing as Seeing, 9:30 a.m., Mar. 5; American Sign Language Meet-Up, 10 a.m., Mar. 5. Register: mybcpl.org.
FAIRY TALES AND FANTASY FILM SERIES, 7:30 p.m., Feb. 22, Buskirk-Chumley Theatre, 114 E. Kirkwood Ave., Bloomington. Feb. 22- “The Wiz.” All screenings at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at bctboxoffice.org, 812-323-3020, or the BCT Box Office & Downtown Visitors Center.
“GODSPELL” MUSICAL DINNER THEATRE, 6 p.m. Feb. 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.
ALWAYS READY FOR CHOCOLATE, 6 to 8 p.m., Feb. 21, The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus. Stroll through the beautiful Commons tasting chocolate along with coffee, beer and wine. While you’re there take in The Arc of Bartholomew County’s Disability Awareness “Works of Art.” Tickets 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, Columbus. 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.
ROBOT REVEAL, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Feb. 24, GalacTech Headquarters, Reeves Building, 675 Reeves Way. FIRST Robotics Team 4926 GalacTech will be hosting an open house to showcase the work they have done this year as a part of FIRST Robotics Competition. Park in the Reeves Building parking lot and walk along Seventh Street to enter through GalacTech Headquarters double doors with team logo in the window.
SOUTH CENTRAL INDIANA CHRISTIAN MEN’S FELLOWSHIP, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Feb. 25, Jonesville Christian Church, 609 S. Commerce Drive, Columbus. A meal of fried chicken with all the trimmings, desserts, and drinks will be from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. The program lead by Steve Gommel, retired from Driftwood Christian Church, will follow at 7:15 p.m.
SELF-IMAGE PRESENTATION, 7 to 8 p.m., Feb. 26, Westside Community Church, 124 Tipton Lakes Blvd., Columbus. Naomee Myers is giving her Senior Project Presentation on positive self image. There would be a free will donation that 100% of the proceeds will go to ANAD for those suffering from eating disorders.
AMERICAN SEWING GUILD NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING, 9 to 11:30 a.m. first Saturday of the month, March 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 [email protected].
BINGO, 6:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, VFW, 215 N. National Road, Columbus. 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. 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 (March 21) 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 [email protected].
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. 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 calling the church at 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 art is featured at Hoosier Artist Gallery in Feb. 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 at 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 [email protected].
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 at tsartisans.com.
JENNINGS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM, 335 Brown St., Vernon. Information at 812-346-8989 or 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.
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.
