Go! Guide – Oct. 30

Kids and teens

BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: Library Babies, 10 a.m., 10:35 a.m., 11:05 a.m., Oct. 31, Nov. 7, 14; Teen Halloween Party, 3:30 p.m., Oct. 31; Teen Autumnal Scavenger Hunt, 3:30 p.m., Nov. 4; Toddler Time, 9:15 a.m., 10 a.m., Nov. 5, 12; Preschool Storytime, 11 a.m., Nov. 5, 12; Teen DIY: Autumnal Flower Crowns, 3:30 p.m., Nov. 5; Preschool STEAM: Leaves, 11:30 a.m., Nov. 6; Teen Watch-It Wednesday: November Holidays, 3:30 p.m., Nov. 6, 13; Kids’ Art Studio, 4 p.m., Nov. 6; Preschool Dance Class with Megan, 10 a.m., Nov. 7; Teen Thursgame, 3:30 p.m., Nov. 7, 14; Tween Game Time, 3:30 p.m., Nov. 7, 14; The Disassemblers, 1 p.m., Nov. 9. Information: mybcpl.org/events.

TRUNK OR TREAT, 5 to 7 p.m., Oct. 31, Flintwood Wesleyan Church, 5300 25th St., Columbus.

TRUNK OR TREAT, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Oct. 31, Sandy Hook United Methodist Church, 1610 Taylor Road, Columbus. Expecting several hundred children and more than a dozen trunks of various candy, spooky music and more.

Sports, exercise, wellness

BROWN COUNTY YMCA HILLY HALF, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Nov. 16, Brown County State Park, 1801 State Road 46, Nashville. The Half Marathon scenic route starts and finishes at the Saddle Barn/Lower Shelter house winding its way through picturesque Brown County State Park. Up hills, past the fire tower, vistas and then a fast 2 mile downhill finish. Post Race party brought to you by Quaff ON! and music provided by Kenan Rainwater. All participants receive a long sleeve tech shirt, finisher medal, custom pint glass with beer (over 21), hot soup, breadstick and a cookie. Half marathon – 9 a.m., 10K – 9:10 a.m., 5K – 9:20 a.m. Timing ends at 1 p.m. Registration: https://browncountyhillyhalf.com/.

OPEN SKATES, Fridays, 7 to 9 p.m.; Saturdays, 2 to 4 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1 to 2:30 p.m.; Wednesdays, 1 to 2:30 p.m. (adults only), through April 20, Hamilton Community Center and Ice Arena, 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus.

FREE LINE DANCE CLASSES, 6 to 7 p.m., Wednesdays, 1:30 to 3 p.m., Thursdays, First United Methodist Church, 618 Eighth St., Columbus. Classes are free, but a $3 donation for missions is appreciated. Contact the church at 812-372-2851 for more information.

BLACKWELL PARK STORYWALK, Blackwell Park, 1550 Whitney Court, Columbus. Enjoy some fresh air while strolling the Bartholomew County Public Library’s StoryWalk. The StoryWalk is located along the People Trail near the Pollinator Park in Blackwell Park.

SWIMMING FOR EXERCISE, Foundation for Youth, 405 Hope Ave., Columbus. Lap swimming, water aerobics and public swim are available. You must preregister for current swim sessions. Information: foundationforyouth.com.

Miscellaneous

BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 536 Fifth St., Columbus. Scheduled: Diwali Brings the Festival of Lights, 11 a.m., Nov. 2; Flow Yoga, noon, Nov. 4, 11; Family Storytime, 6 p.m., Nov. 4, 11; Chair Yoga, 1 p.m., Nov. 5, 12; Managing the Stress Cycle, 6 p.m., Nov. 5; Skill Builders: Beaded Ornamental Corn, 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., Nov. 6; Hope Family Craft Night, 3 p.m., Nov. 6; Sierra Club Winding Waters Group, 6 p.m., Nov. 6; Friends of BCPL Big Book Sale, 4 p.m., Nov. 7, 9 a.m., Nov. 8, 9; Manzanar Diverted: When Water Becomes Dust, 6 p.m., Nov. 7; In Conversation with Stanley Milford, Jr., 7 p.m., Nov. 7; Juntos con Family School Partners, 11 a.m., Nov. 8; En Conversacion con Javier Zamora, 2 p.m., Nov. 9. Information: mybcpl.org/events.

HAUNTED HISTORY: DOWNTOWN’S PARANORMAL PAST TOUR, 5 to 9 p.m., Nov. 1, Downtown Columbus, 500 Washington St., Columbus. A self-guided tour of seven locations in downtown Columbus. $20/person in advance, $25/person day of event – guests 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult and require a ticket. This is a walking tour with accessibility limitations at most locations. Feel free to start at any location.

LOCAL CLAY POTTERS’ GUILD 26th ANNUAL HOLIDAY SHOW, 4 to 9 p.m., Nov. 1, 2, Monroe Convention Center, 302 S. College Ave., Bloomington. Members of Local Clay Potters’ Guild along with Indianapolis guest artist, Sarah Richcreek, will present a wide variety of colorful functional dinnerware and serving pieces, jewelry and whimsical free standing and wall sculptures for home and garden. Made from the same materials, clay and mineral glazes, each piece is its own kind of beautiful. More information at www.localclay.net.

FIRST FAMILIES OF HOPE, 10 a.m. to noon, Nov. 2 and the first Saturday of each month, Yellow Trail Research Center, west side of Hope Town Square, 644 Main St., Hope. The Bartholomew County Genealogical Society would like to recognize the Yellow Trail Museum’s 50th Anniversary in 2025 with the First Families in the Hawcreek/Flatrock area. Through August 2025, bring photos, genealogy, documents, stories or anything else you might want to share. With your permission, the genealogical society will scan copies. These digital copies will be available for all attendees (bring your own jump drive), as well as the Yellow Trail Research Center.

NALA PALOOZA, 9 a.m. to noon, Nov. 2, Mill Race Park, 50 Carl Miske Drive, Columbus. Join us in a free festival to celebrate dogs and raise money for the Nala Fund! 100% of Bingo Scavenger Hunt Card purchases and a portion of your food and vendor purchases will benefit the Nala Fund.

CRUSADER CRAFT AND VENDOR SHOW, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Nov. 2, Columbus Christian School, 3170 Indiana Ave., Columbus. Start your Christmas shopping early. Come see some of the best vendors offering their unique local products.

WINE-A-REE, 1 to 5 p.m., Nov. 2, The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus. Enjoy unlimited tastings of wine, beer and spirits from Indiana wineries, breweries and distilleries. Proceeds benefit Hoosier Trails Council and Boy Scouts of America. For more information, visit the Wine-A-Ree Facebook page.

ELEVATE THE STAGE, 6 to 11 p.m., Nov. 2, Factory 12 Event Loft, 1235 Jackson St., Columbus. Join us for a high-energy event featuring folk and blues artist Draken Asher and pop-rock vocalist Mackenzie Wilmoth, enjoy the smooth stylings from the Lucid Lilacs, rock out to Dose Rose, and enjoy some great eats from Theo’s Brunchfast and Antojitos Rosita. All proceeds benefit Elevate Childhood Cancer Research and Advocacy.

COLUMBUS NORTH CHOIRS MATTRESS FUNDRAISER, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Nov. 3, Columbus North High School, 1400 25th St., Columbus. Pickup, delivery and removal options available. All forms of payment accepted and financing available. Free sheets with every purchase of $499 and up. Information: Text “CNCHOIRS” to 765-244-6229 or [email protected].

A HAND-MADE HOLIDAY, noon to 4 p.m., Nov. 3 through 7, Bartholomew County 4-H Fairgrounds, 750 W. County Road 200S, Columbus. Shop a variety of unique hand-made artisans with one-of-kind items and get a head start on your holiday gifts! Enjoy over 30 hand-made artisan booths located at the Bartholomew County Fairgrounds in the Community Building. The event has free parking and admission.

FIRST THURSDAYS DOWNTOWN, 4 to 8 p.m., Nov. 4, Downtown Columbus, 500 Washington St., Columbus. Downtown merchants will have extended business hours.

PROPELLER LEGO CLUB, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Mondays, Nov. 4, 18, Columbus Propeller, 4760 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus. Come join Propeller’s ever-growing Lego Club. The club is free and open for all ages.

12 DAMES OF CHRISTMAS CRAFT AND ART MARKET, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Nov. 9, Bartholomew County 4-H Fairgrounds Community Building, 750 W. County Road 200S, Columbus. There will be over 30 venders with unique handmade products.

DEJA VU ART AND FINE CRAFT SHOW, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Nov. 9, The Commons, 300 Washington St., Columbus. Lincoln-Central Neighborhood Family Center presents an art and fine craft show featuring artists who creatively reuse and recycle materials.

WREATH WORKSHOPS, 10 a.m. to noon, Nov. 21, 23, Henry Breeding Farm, 13730 N. County Road 100W, Edinburgh. Instructions and assistance will be provided by Purdue Extension Master Gardeners. All supplies are provided, including fresh cut greens and ribbon. You will leave with a handmade wreath ready to hang outdoors. Bring your own garden gloves and hand clippers. Registration closes at 4 p.m. on Nov 7. Call 812-372-3541.

ELKS LODGE BINGO, 6:30 p.m. Fridays and 12:30 p.m. Sundays, Elks 521 Lodge Bingo Hall, 4664 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus. Doors open at 5 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m. Sunday. The first game is at 6:30 p.m. on Friday and 12:30 p.m. on Sunday. Open to the public. Information: 812-379-4386.

VFW POST 1987 BINGO, 215 N. National Road, Columbus, Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.), and the second Saturday of each month from 2 to 6 p.m. (doors open at noon). Open to the public.

AMERICAN LEGION BINGO & KARAOKE, American Legion Post 25, 2515 25th St., Columbus. Bingo is on Tuesdays starting at 6 p.m. Karaoke is on Wednesdays starting at 6 p.m.

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 16 and older. Information: 801-856-4812.

COLUMBUS AREA RAILROAD CLUB, open house noon to 4 p.m., Nov. 16 and the third Saturday of each month. Trains will be operating layouts in four scales — HO, N, O, and On30. The club is located at the Johnson County Park headquarters building adjacent to Camp Atterbury. Information: Greg Harter, 812-350-8636, or on Facebook at Columbus Area Railroad Club.

GRACE’S TABLE FREE MEAL, 5 p.m., the second Sunday of each month, East Columbus United Methodist Church, 2439 Indiana Ave., Columbus. Free meal in the youth center as well as music and storytelling. Enter the church parking lot on Indiana Avenue.

THE TABLE, 6 p.m., Nov. 14 and the second Thursday of each month, Petersville United Methodist Church, 2781 N. County Road 500E, Columbus. There will be a free meal and a time of sharing, discussion and prayers.

AMERICAN SEWING GUILD, 9 to 11 a.m., Nov. 2 and the first Saturday of each month. Neighborhood group welcomes sewing enthusiasts of all skill levels and walks of life, meets monthly to learn new sewing skills, network with others who share an interest in sewing and participate in community sewing projects. If you are interested in attending, email Marilyn at [email protected] for meeting location.

COLUMBUS STAR QUILTERS, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Nov. 7 and the first Thursday of each month, First Baptist Church Columbus, 3300 Fairlawn Drive, Columbus. On Oct. 3, after a short business meeting, there will be four presentations: Janice Harrell on “How to Make Folded Envelopes”, Carol Walp will offer “Tips for Embroidering”, Jo Ann Ferguson on “Beading on Your Quilts” and Vicki Anthony on “Sewing a Perfect Arc”. Each gathering consists of a short business meeting followed by a quilting lesson/program, along with show-and-tell of finished projects. Members participate in various service projects. New and experienced quilters are invited to attend. Membership dues are $15 per year. For information, visit starquiltersofcolumbus.weebly.com.

EVENING STAR QUILT GUILD, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Nov. 12 and the second Tuesday of each month, Mill Race Center, 900 Lindsey St., Columbus. The Evening Star Quilt Guild is a group of women who enjoy creating traditional and modern art quilts while learning new methods. For more, visit starquiltersofcolumbus.weebly.com.

FRIENDS DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB, 1 to 4:30 p.m. every Thursday, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 2561 N. California St., Columbus. Bridge club open to the public.

Galleries, museums, exhibits

BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 524 Third St., Columbus. BCHS hosts two permanent exhibits that share the history and heritage of Bartholomew County. Through early November, featuring “Out of the Wardrobe: The Clothing of Bartholomew County’s Past,” a curated collection of nearly 70 local outfits spanning 160 years. Learn about our county through interactive, hands-on exhibits that include a map table, notable people, county timeline, Then and Now, Did You Know, early industrialists and videos of Reeves steam engines. The historical society also hosts rotating exhibits throughout the year featuring items from their extensive collection. Admission is free with a donation suggested. Information: 812-372-3541, bartholomewhistory.org.

GALLERY 506, Columbus Indiana Visitors Center, 506 Fifth St., Columbus. Open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

YELLOW TRAIL MUSEUM/VISITORS CENTER/RESEARCH CENTER, west side of Hope Town Square, 644 Main St., Hope. The museum is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 5 p.m. and Saturdays noon to 4 p.m., or by appointment. The Research Center is open by appointment. Contact the museum at 812-546-8020. Follow Facebook page “Yellow Trail Museum/Hope Visitors Center” for updated information.

ATTERBURY-BAKALAR AIR MUSEUM, at Columbus Municipal Airport, 4742 Ray Boll Blvd., Columbus, is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. 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. The C-119 Aircraft will be open to the public on the second Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free admission. Visit the museum online at atterburybakalarairmuseum.org and on Facebook.

PERCEPTIONS YOGA, MINDFULNESS & ART, 139 State Road 3, Vernon. Gallery hours are from noon to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. The October artist of the month is Jessica Brawner. Jessica’s life experiences have led her to create upcycled, random, unique, one of a kind pieces. Check it out at Out Of My Mind-Art on Facebook. The closing reception will be held on Oct. 25 from 5 to 7 p.m. at which time final purchases can be made. Information: perceptionsyoga.org or facebook.com/northvernonyoga.

T.C. STEELE STATE HISTORIC SITE, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday, 4220 T.C. Steele Road, Nashville. Staff is offering special indoor tours — each with a limited number of people. Tours are included with site admission, but preregistration is recommended by calling 812-988-2785. Information: indianamuseum.org/tcsteele.

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 are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays. Information: tsartisans.com.

JENNINGS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM, 134 Brown St., Vernon. Museum hours are Wednesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment. Information: 812-346-8989, jenningscounty.org.

BROWN COUNTY ART GUILD, 48 S. Van Buren St., Nashville. Guild artist exhibition and sale is all-new artwork and a refurbished gallery space. Open Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. Information: 812-988-6185 or browncountyartguild.org.

THE REPUBLIC BUILDING GALLERY, 333 Second St., Columbus. The gallery is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

411 GALLERY, 411 Sixth St., Columbus. The galley is open Thursday and Friday from noon to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn more about the current exhibition and artists at artsincolumbus.org/411.

HOOSIER ARTIST GALLERY, 45 S. Jefferson St., Nashville. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Information: hoosierartist.com.

BROWN COUNTY ART GALLERY, 1 Artist Drive, Nashville. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Information: 812-988-4609, [email protected], browncountyartgallery.org.

CHARLENE MARSH STUDIO & GALLERY, 4013 Lanam Ridge Road, Nashville, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Mondays, noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. For more information, please call the studio/gallery at 812-988-4497 or visit charlenemarshstudio.com.

Ongoing

FABULOUS FIRST FRIDAYS WITH MISS POLLY, 11 a.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 5-18. Information: 812-372-7867.

KIDSCOMMONS, 309 Washington St., Columbus. Ongoing activities are all free with museum admission. Information: 812-378-3046.