Kids and teens
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: 1’s & 2’s Storytime, 10 a.m., March 12, 25; Just for Babies Storytime, 0-13 months, 11 a.m., March 12, 26; Tween Thursgame: Grades 4-6, 3 p.m., March 12. 26; Thursgame, 3:30 p.m., March 12, 19; Teen Dungeons & Dragons, 4 p.m., March 12; Fri-DIY, 3:30 p.m., March 13, 20; Spring Celebration Grades K-6, 3:30 p.m., March 13; Teen STEAM: 3D Print Club, 4 p.m., March 13; Tween Fandom Club: Pokemon (Grades 4-6), 4 p.m., March 13; Reading Time with Lottie Ages 5-12, 10 a.m., March 16, 19; Homeschool Meetup, 10 a.m., March 16; Lucky Read-In, 1 p.m., March 17; Spring Break Storytime Ages 3-8, 10 a.m., March 18; Spring Break Pokemon Party and Marathon, 1 p.m., March 18; Watch-It Wednesday, 3:30 p.m., March 18; Super Smash Bros. Tournament, 1 p.m., March 19; Preschool STEAM Ages 3-5, 10:30 a.m., March 23; Starlit Storytime Jr. Ages 1-2, 6 p.m., March 23; Starlit Storytime Ages 3-8, 7 p.m., March 23; 3’s to 5’s Storytime, 10 a.m., March 24; Teen How-To: Sew a Button, 4 p.m., March 24; French Storytime Ages 11-18, 4:30 p.m., March 24; French Storytime Ages 0-10, 5 p.m., March 24; 3’s to 5’s Storytime, 11 a.m., March 25; Maker Wednesday Grades 4-6, 3 p.m., March 25; Tween D&D: Call to Adventure GRades 4-6, 4 p.m., March 25; Reading Time with Lottie Ages 5-12, 3:45 p.m., March 30. Register: mybcpl.org.
HOPE BRANCH LIBRARY, 635 Harrison St., Hope. Scheduled: Teen DIY: Painting Bookends, 3 p.m., March 24.
FIRST FRIDAYS FOR FAMILIES: “Jam as a Fam,” 6 to 7 p.m., April 3, 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.
“FREE” FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT, 7 to 9 p.m., March 13, East Columbus United Methodist Church, 2439 Indiana Ave., Columbus. Family Fellowship is showing the moving “Overcomer." From the makers of "Facing the Giants" and "War Room," this is positive entertainment that changes lives, inspires hearts, and lifts the spirit. Movie begins at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary.
“SUFFRAGETTE,” 6 to 7 p.m., March 16, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. 2015 PG-13 film tells the story of a working class laundress in 19th century London who joins the fight for women’s suffrage. Stars Carey Mulligan and Meryl Streep.
LEARN TO PLAY HOCKEY, 4:15 to 5:15 p.m., March 21, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Kids ages 4-12 interested in the sport of hockey can join us to learn. This event requires no experience and is $5 per child. Free equipment is available to use. This is a drop-in event, so no need to register. If you have questions, call Hamilton Community Center and Ice Arena at 812-376-2686.
Music, live performances
IRISH MUSIC, 6 to 7 p.m., March 19, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day two days late by enjoying the music of Emily Ann & Kelly Thompson. Emily Ann plays the fiddle, sings, and clogs and her husband Kelly joins her on guitar, vocals, and percussion. They play a variety of music from fast, high-energy jigs and reels to captivating airs and songs.
FRANK AND ALLIE LEE, 7 p.m., March 21, The Harlequin Theater, Fair Oaks Mall, 2380 25th St., Columbus. Frank and Allie Lee present songs and tunes from the rural Southern, spanning bluegrass, old time, country blues, and spirituals. Tickets are $15 advanced, $20 at the door.
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: browncountyinn.com.
COLUMBUS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus. Scheduled: “Tragedy and Triumph,” 3:30 p.m., April 19; “Takes New and Old, Near and Far,” 3:30 p.m., June 7. Tickets are $10 in advance at csoindiana.org or $15 at the door for adults; $5 in advance and $10 at the door for students and senior citizens; 12 and younger are free. Information at csoindiana.org.
Talks, lectures, classes
REFERENDUM PROPOSAL INFORMATIONAL SESSION, 6 p.m., March 24, Mt. Healthy Elementary School; March 31, Central Middle School. Superintendent Jim Roberts and Finance Director Chad Phillips will share information and answer questions about the referendum proposal.
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
BLOOD DRIVE, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., March 14, St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, 1306 27th St., Columbus. Heroes of all blood types, especially type O, are urgently needed to provide hope and help for patients. Make an appointment now by visiting RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
SPRING OPEN INDOOR PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., March 21 and 22, Tipton Lakes Athletic Club, 4000 W. Goeller Blvd. Men’s, Women’s & Mixed Doubles with skill levels 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5+. Ten indoor courts. Light snacks to be provided to players. Registration is $35 plus $5 per event includes a T-shirt. Register at pickleballtournaments.com/tournamentinfo.pl?tid=4046. For more, email Mike Burt at [email protected].
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: Cleo’s Seed Share, 5 p.m., March 12; Bartholomew County Writer’s Group, 6 p.m., March 12; Viewfinder Photography Club, 6:30 p.m., March 16; New Adult: Manga/Anime Club (ages 18-25), 7 p.m., March 16; Show-and-Tell with Antiques, Fine Art and Collectibles, 6 p.m., March 17; Food for Your Dog, 7 p.m., March 18; American Sign Language Meet-Up, 10 a.m., March 19; Reuse & Grow: Upcycled Seed Starting, 6 p.m., March 19; Civil War Book Discussion Group, 7 p.m., March 19; Understanding and Using Financial Statements, 5:30 p.m., March 23; Landscaping for Birds, 6 p.m., March 24; Indianapolis Opera: Tails of Cats and Mice, 6 p.m., March 30. Register: mybcpl.org.
HOPE BRANCH LIBRARY, 635 Harrison St., Hope. Scheduled: Book Discussion of “In Harm’s Way” by Doug Stanton, 1 p.m., March 19.
ANNUAL HAM AND BEAN SUPPER, 4 to 7 p.m., March 13, Old Union United Church of Christ, 12703 N. County Road 50W, Edinburgh. Menu: Ham and beans, corn muffins, cole slaw, desserts.
EUCHRE TOURNAMENT & SOUP SUPPER, 4:30 to 9 p.m., March 14, Senior Citizens Center (old fire station), 6807 North Union St., Freetown. The Pershing Township Lions Club’s Soup Supper and Euchre Tournament’s menu includes chili, bean soup, spaghetti, hot dogs and homemade desserts. Serving for the meal will begin at 4:30 p.m. and the tournament will begin at 6 p.m. Cost is $5 for the meal and $5 to participate in the tournament. The event is open to the public and all proceeds benefit the Lions Club charity projects. For more information, call 812-528-1507.
SHAMROCK SKATE, 1 to 3 p.m., March 17, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Cost is $4.50 for adults, $4 for kids, and $2 for skate or scooter rental. Kids ages 4 and under are free. Wear green and get free skate rental!
SHAMROCK PAINTING PARTY, 1 to 3 p.m., March 17, America and Roby Anderson Community Center, 421 McClure St., Columbus. We will be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with painting rocks and eating lots of green food! This is a free event, for all ages.
PAINT AND SKATE, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., March 18, Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus. Come skating and paint a canvas of Baby Yoda! Cost is $25 per participant. Ages 6 to 10 will paint from 9 to 10 a.m. and skate from 10 to 10:45 a.m. Ages 11 to 15 will paint from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and skate with the others from 10 to 10:45 a.m.
STORM SPOTTER TRAINING, 6 to 8 p.m., March 18, Columbus Learning Center, 4555 Central Ave., Columbus. This free training will include interpretation of cloud structures and radar images associated with severe weather. A full schedule is at weather.gov/ind/spotter_talks. There is no need to register for this free training. For questions, call Bartholomew County Emergency Management at 812-379-1680.
NATIONAL CONGRESS OF OLD WEST SHOOTISTS NATIONAL CONVENTION, March 20, 21, 22, The Seasons Lodge and Convention Center, 560 State Road 46, Nashville. The National Congress of Old West Shootists (NCOWS) is having a National Convention, 1 to 5 p.m., March 20, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., March 21, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., March 22. There will be seminars covering various topics of the Old West, also vendors selling period items and clothing. Visit NCOWS.com for more information.
SIBLINGS ROCKIN’ AUTISM, 6 to 7:30 p.m., March 23, Arc of Bartholomew County, 2060 Doctor’s Park Drive, Columbus. For information, follow us on Facebook or call 812-371-2529.
STRENGTHENING FAMILIES, 5:30 to 8 p.m., March 24, Purdue Extension – Bartholomew County, 783 S. Marr Road, Columbus. A free series to help parents and youth ages 10-14 who sometimes struggle to understand each other. Seven weekly sessions include free family meal, games and activities, family graduation gift, interaction with other parents, engaging activities for youth, and free child care for younger siblings. Sessions will be held on March 24th and 31st, April 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, and May 5th, beginning at 5:30 with a family meal and wrap up at 8 p.m. Call the Extension Office at 812-379-1665 by Monday, March 16th. Space is limited.
SOUTH CENTRAL INDIANA CHRISTIAN MEN’S FELLOWSHIP, 6:30 to 8 p.m., March 24, East Columbus Christian Church, 3170 Indiana Ave., Columbus. A meal of pulled pork BBQ, slaw, baked beans, chips, desserts, and drinks will be from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. The program lead by Brian Ebersold of Flat Rock Christian Church will follow at 7:15 p.m.
BIKE CO-OP OPEN HOUSE, 6 to 8 p.m., March 27, United Way Building, 1531 13th St., Columbus. There will be live music, snacks and bikes. We want you to come check out what’s new at the Bike Co-op, meet our new staff, find out about our upcoming events and how you can get involved.
SPRINGAPALOOZA CRAFT AND VENDOR EVENT, noon to 4 p.m., March 29, Bartholomew County Fairgrounds, 750 W. County Road 200S, Columbus. Craft artisans and vendors with hourly basket drawings, a $5 meal in the kitchen, and a bake sale, free admission and parking.
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.
AMERICAN SEWING GUILD NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING, 9 to 11:30 a.m. first Saturday of the month, April 4, 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 marilyn [email protected].
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].
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.
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 Columbus Municipal Airport, 4742 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus, is 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. Free admission. Visit the museum online 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. 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 Perry Kulper Drawings. Continues through March 31. The gallery is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
411 GALLERY, 411 Sixth St., Columbus. In Notes from a Lookout Tower, Jennifer Riley and Tony Ingrisano present their conceptually related but individual artworks. An exhibition reception is April 2 from 5 to 7 p.m. The exhibition runs from March 6 to May 1. The gallery is open Thursday and Friday from 12 to 4 p.m.
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.
