Events listed for Thursday, Jan. 11
Bartholomew County
Bartholomew County Black and Black-Biracial Mini Conference — 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., Columbus Learning Center, 4555 Central Ave., Columbus. The free Mini Conference theme is “Empowering Parents and Caregivers: Navigating the Education Journey.” Afterwards, there will be a “Greet & Meet” networking opportunity that will provide free snacks and help replenish your student’s school supplies. Certified child care will be provided however, the child must be potty trained. Registration link: https://forms.gle/9YK4bn1ZTNfb7BTL8.
Library Babies — 10 to 10:30 and 10:30 to 11 a.m., Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime. Library Babies is geared toward children birth to 18 months and their caregivers. To register, call the children’s desk at 812-379-1288.
Friends Duplicate Bridge Game — 1 to 4:30 p.m., St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 2561 N. California St., Columbus. Information: 812-371-7242.
Tween Game Time — 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Stop by and join us for some laid-back fun as we play our way through our collection of board, card, and dice games. Game selection may vary.
Teen Thursgame — 3:30 to 5 p.m., Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Every Thursday after school, play games including Dungeon Party, Unstable Unicorns, Wizard Kittens, Disney Sorcerer’s Arena, Here to Slay and more.
Teen Dungeons and Dragons — 3:30 to 5 p.m., Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Complete a job for Queen Imreera Hethkantan and she will reward you handsomely. Create a level 5, fifth edition character prior to the game or use a pre-created character. This game is beginner-friendly. All materials provided. Registration required.
Columbus Park Board — 4 p.m., NexusPark, 2380 25th St., Columbus.
STEMnastics: Elephant’s Toothpaste — 5 to 6 p.m., Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Discover and engage in hands-on experiments, problem-solving activities, and foster your passion for STEM.
Jennings County
County Commissioners — 9 a.m., Government Center, 200 E. Brown St., Vernon.
Vernon Town Council — 7 p.m., Vernon Gym, 29 E. Washington St., Vernon.
