Indiana Public Media Community Events Calendar

Project Appleseed

04 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

3724 Washboard Rd.
Bedford, IN
Saturday, February 4 – Sunday, February 5, 2012

Participants will learn the story of April 19th, 1775, when British and American soldiers exchanged fire at Lexington and Concord, during a clinic that delivers fundamental marksmanship safety and education.

Presenter: RWVA
Ticket Web Link: www.eventbrite.com…
Communities: Bedford
More info: www.appleseedinfo.org

Stand Up for Abused Children and Be Their Voice in Court

05 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Monroe County CASA, Inc.
Sunday, February 5, 2012

Court Appointed Special Advocates, or CASA volunteers, change the lives of abused and neglected children by representing their best interest in court.

Consider becoming a CASA by attending the next CASA training. Classes meet March 20th to April 24th on Tuesday and Friday mornings from 9am to 12pm. The application deadline for this training is March 5th.

Presenter: CASA Staff
Contact: Tiffany Kinney
Ticket Phone: (812) 333-2272
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.monroecountycasa.org

February Shows at the Waldron

05 Feb 2012 14:00:00 GMT

Ivy Tech John Waldron Art Center
122 S. Walnut St.
Bloomington, Indiana 47401
Sunday, February 5, 2012, 9am – 7pm

Paintings by Betsy Stirratt, photographs by Erik Wallace and Mac Fleming, and sculpture by Jack Doskow are on view through the month.

Ticket Phone: 812-330-4400
Ticket Web Link: www.ivytech.edu…
More info: www.ivytech.edu…

Bill W. and Dr. Bob

05 Feb 2012 19:00:00 GMT

Ivy Tech John Waldron Arts Center
Bloomington, IN
Sunday, February 5, 2012, 2 – 4pm

Cardinal Stage Company presents the story of the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous, Bill W.

Presenter: Cardinal Stage Company
Contact: info@cardinalstage.org
Cost: Adult $21.50-$26.50. Children 12 and under and students $10.
Ticket Phone: 812-323-3020
Ticket Web Link: www.cardinalstage.org…
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.cardinalstage.org

David Copperfield (1922)

05 Feb 2012 20:00:00 GMT

IU Cinema
1213 E. 7th St.
Bloomington, IN 47405
Sunday, February 5, 2012, 3 – 5pm

World Premiere & New Orchestral Score

A.W. Sandberg was a studio director at the Danish studio, Nordisk Film, who became their head of production. There, he launched a series of very ambitious adaptations of Charles Dickens novels. David Copperfield is considered the best of these films.

Cost: $10
Ticket Phone: 812-855-1103
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.cinema.indiana.edu…

Mysteries ... And Smaller Pieces

05 Feb 2012 20:00:00 GMT

DePauw University
Judson and Joyce Green Center for the Performing Arts
Moore Theatre
Greencastle, IN
Sunday, February 5, 2012, 3pm

Contact: Tim Good
Written By: Collectively Created by The Living Theatre
Directed By: Tim Good
Cost: $6 for adults, $3 for students
Ticket Phone: 765-658-4827
Ticket Web Link: www.depauw.edu…
Communities: Greencastle
More info: www.depauw.edu…

Bill W. and Dr. Bob

06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Ivy Tech John Waldron Arts Center
Bloomington, IN
Sunday, February 5, 2012, 7 – 9pm

Cardinal Stage Company presents the story of the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous, Bill W.

Presenter: Cardinal Stage Company
Contact: info@cardinalstage.org
Cost: Adult $21.50-$26.50. Children 12 and under and students $10.
Ticket Phone: 812-323-3020
Ticket Web Link: www.cardinalstage.org…
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.cardinalstage.org

Cardinal Stage Company Performance: Bill W. and Dr. Bob

06 Feb 2012 00:30:00 GMT

Ivy Tech John Waldron Performing Arts Center
Bloomington, IN
Sunday, February 5, 2012, 7:30pm

Show runs February 2-19. Performance times vary based on day attended. Check cardinalstage.org for specific information.

Contact: info@cardinalstage.org
Directed By: Randy White
Cost: Varies based on performance. Check cardinalstage.org for more information.
Ticket Phone: 8123233020
Ticket Web Link: www.cardinalstage.org…
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.cardinalstage.org

Advance Notice: The "Get a Clue Murder Mystery Dinner"

06 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

T.C. Steele State Historic Site
Large Studio
4220 T. C. Steele Road
Nashville, IN 47448
Monday, February 6, 2012

The Friends of T.C. Steele State Historic Site present the Get a Clue Murder Mystery Dinner, Feb. 11 and 18, 2012 (snow date is March 3) at 6:30 p.m. at T.C. Steele State Historic Site! Deadly Competition will include the first annual Singing Winds String Competition with a big prize for Indiana's Best Amateur String Instrument Musician.

Sign up to play one of the many characters or simply watch the action in the historic art studio of T.C. Steele and try to identify the crazed criminal. Fine food and the local wines will complement the drama.

On Feb. 18, local author Sara Hoskinson Frommer will discuss the challenges and joys of mystery writing and sign copies of her Joan Spencer detective series, the inspiration for our popular mystery games.

Call 812.988.2785 to make your reservations for $35 per person (profits help support the Friends of T.C. Steele) and to select your part of the fun. Oscars will be awarded for the best performances.

T.C. Steele State Historic Site is located on Hwy 46 just west of Nashville in the heart of artistic Brown County. Part of the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites, the site is where nature's beauty meets the artist's canvas. The home, studio and gardens of this noted Hoosier artist still provide inspiration today through site tours, outdoor painting competitions and artist-in-residence programs.

Presenter: Megan Richards
Contact: 812.988.2785
Cost: $35/person
Ticket Phone: 812.988.2785
Ticket Web Link: indianamuseum.org….
More info: indianamuseum.org…

Different By Design: The Architecture of Columbus, Indiana

06 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Bartholomew County Public Library
Columbus, IN
Monday, February 6, 2012

An exhibition presented by the Columbus Indiana Architectural Archives will highlight the local architectural works of Eero Saarinen, Richard Meier, Eliel Saarinen, I.M. Pei, Robert Venturi, Kevin Roche, and Harry Weese.

Presenter: Columbus Indiana Architectural Archives
Contact: submitter info
Cost: free
Communities: Columbus
More info: barth.lib.in.us

Research Studies at Infant and Child Development Labs

06 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Dept. of Psychological and Brain Sciences
Indiana University
1101 E. 10th Street.
Bloomington, IN 47405
Monday, February 6, 2012

The Infant and Child Development Labs at the Psychological and Brain Sciences Department at Indiana University are conducting numerous studies investigating many aspects of early child development. They are seeking children, birth through 6 years of age, to participate. Studies are game-like in nature.

Presenter: Jeanne Heeb
Contact: cogdev@indiana.edu
Age Range: Children
Cost: none
Ticket Phone: 855-8256
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.iub.edu…

Lecture by US Geological Survey Director: U.S. Energy Outlook

06 Feb 2012 21:00:00 GMT

Fine Arts Auditorium
Bloomington, IN
Monday, February 6, 2012, 4 – 5pm

Marcia McNutt, the first woman to serve as US Geological Survey director, will deliver The Tudor Commemorative Lecture on "U.S. Energy Outlook: Whatever Happened to 'Peak Oil.'"

Presenter: Marcia McNutt, Director, US Geological Survey
Contact: Michael Hamburger, IU Geological Sciences
Age Range: All Ages
Cost: Free
Communities: Bloomington
More info: newsinfo.iu.edu…

Picture It!

06 Feb 2012 21:00:00 GMT

Mitchell Community Public Library
804 Main Street
Mitchell, IN 47446
Monday, February 6, 2012, 4 – 5pm

Teens and tweens can explore an interest in photography at this club meeting. We’ll share photos and learn tips, tricks, and tools. Participants should bring a camera or camera phone with them.

Age Range: Teens
Cost: free
Communities: Bedford, French Lick/West Baden
More info: mitchell.lib.in.us

Dog Training Methods – New vs. Old

06 Feb 2012 23:30:00 GMT

Bartholomew County Public Library
Columbus, IN
Monday, February 6, 2012, 6:30 – 7:30pm

Over the years dog training has undergone significant changes. Where most dog trainers and owners believed that dogs should work out of fear of punishment, many now enjoy having a dog that works in cooperation with the owner because it is rewarding to do so. Understanding the difference between traditional training methods and positive training methods is important for the dog owner. Professional dog trainer Candy McKing will review new and old training methods and which might be best for participants dogs.

Presenter: Candy McKing
Contact: submitter info
Cost: free
Communities: Columbus
More info: barth.lib.in.us

New Movie Mondays: Second Mondays at the Library

06 Feb 2012 23:30:00 GMT

Monroe County Public Library
303 E Kirkwood Ave
Bloomington, IN
Monday, February 6, 2012, 6:30pm

On second Mondays of the month, the library screens a brand new DVD release. No registration. Just drop by to watch a movie on the big screen in the Library Auditorium. Call Movies and Music at 812-349-3200 to find out what's showing this month.

Contact: 349-3200, Movies and Music, MCPL
Cost: Free
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.mcpl.info

Abnormal Beauty

07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

IU Cinema
1213 E. 7th St.
Bloomington, IN 47405
Monday, February 6, 2012, 7 – 9pm

Jiney, a photography student, stumbles across a horrible car accident. After shooting the grisly scene, she becomes obsessed with photographing death.

Cost: Free
Directed By: Oxide Pang Chun
MPAA Rating: R
Ticket Phone: 812-855-1103
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.cinema.indiana.edu…

Bloomington Short List - Variety Show

07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Café D'Jango
116 N.Grant
Bloomington, IN 47408
Monday, February 6, 2012, 7 – 9pm

This week's program features comedian/host Vinnie Cavaliere, dancers Allana Radecki and Baila Baila, magician Shawn Stickels, and musicians Steven Thomas, Cameron Clark, Tom Miller, Rebeka Lee with Jeff Grissom, and the u-station agents, Sketchy Genderson, and Short List Trivia.

Presenter: Café D'Jango
Contact: (812)335-1297
Cost: Free
Ticket Web Link: www.facebook.com…
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.cafedjango.org

Advance Notice for Kidscommons' Ninth Annual Carnivale Event

07 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

kidscommons, 309 Washington Street, Columbus, Indiana
Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Tickets are now available for CARNIVALE RIO, kidscommons annual fundraiser, taking place Saturday, February 11, 7:00 – 10:30 pm.

Dance to Soca/Calypso music from Chicago Samba, have a group photo taken in the photo booth, get your face painted, and enjoy gourmet Rio dishes prepared by Gethin Thomas Catering and tropical desserts made on-site by Piepers Gourmet Catering.

The live auction includes dinner offerings, vacation getaways and an autographed John Mellencamp guitar. Over 40 silent auction items will be available including overnight packages, 3 paper weights from the Xenia Miller collection, a laptop computer, golf packages, birthday parties, downtown Indy packages, a weather broadcast with Angela Buchman at WISH-TV8 and much more!

Guests must be 21 or older to attend. Cash Bar.

Kidscommons will be closed Feb. 10-12 for the event.

Presenter: kidscommons
Contact: (812) 378-3046
Cost: $75.00 per person
Ticket Phone: (812) 378-3046
Communities: Columbus

Manhole Cover Rubbings: The Israel Series

07 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

The Venue Fine Art 7 Gifts
114 S. Grant
Bloomington, IN
47408
Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Show Runs to February 9th, The Venue presents an exhibition of rubbings by artist Perry Old, taken from Israeli made manhole covers.

Presenter: The Venue Fine Art & Gifts
Contact: Gabriel or David Colman
Cost: Free
Ticket Phone: 812-339-4200
Communities: Bloomington

Stand Up for Abused Children and Be Their Voice in Court

07 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Monroe County CASA, Inc.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Court Appointed Special Advocates, or CASA volunteers, change the lives of abused and neglected children by representing their best interest in court.

Consider becoming a CASA by attending the next CASA training. Classes meet March 20th to April 24th on Tuesday and Friday mornings from 9am to 12pm. The application deadline for this training is March 5th.

Presenter: CASA Staff
Contact: Tiffany Kinney
Ticket Phone: (812) 333-2272
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.monroecountycasa.org

WHOOSH! Amazing Air

07 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

WonderLab Museum
308 W. 4th St.
Bloomington, IN
Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Bring the family to enjoy this special hands-on science exhibition that shows what happens when air is heated, blasted through a cannon, and harnessed to sail toy boats.

Contact: Visitor Services: 812-337-1337 ext. 25
Age Range: All Ages
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.wonderlab.org

Teachers As Artists

07 Feb 2012 14:00:00 GMT

Old National Bank Gallery
210 East Kirkwood Avenue
Bloomington, IN 47408
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 9am – 4pm

Old National Bank is proud to present Teachers As Artists. View the work of local art teachers from Monroe County Community School Corporation.

Exhibition runs January 24-March 19
Monday-Friday: 9am-4pm
Saturday: 9-11am

Presenter: Old National Bank
Contact: Kathie Madison (812)330-2662
Communities: Bloomington

Tuesday Tales

07 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Monroe County Public Library
303 E Kirkwood Ave
Bloomington, IN
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 10am

Children ages 3-6 and their caregivers are invited to drop in for stories, songs, finger plays and more on Tuesday mornings. They can stick around after Tuesday Tales for Preschool Science and Math on first Tuesdays, and Crafty Creations the other Tuesdays of the month. A full morning of fun and learning.

Presenter: Children's librarians, MCPL
Contact: Call 349-3100, Children's Services, MCPL
Age Range: Families
Cost: Free
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.mcpl.info

Free Writing Help for Personal (non-coursework-related) Writing

07 Feb 2012 20:30:00 GMT

Boxcar Books
408 E. 6th St.
Bloomington, IN
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 3:30 – 6:30pm

Presenter: Bloomington Writing Project
Contact: bloomingtonwritingproject@gmail.com
Age Range: All Ages
Cost: FREE
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.bloomingtonwritingproject.org

Developmental Programs: Sprouts 4-12 months

07 Feb 2012 21:15:00 GMT

Bloomington Area Birth Services
2458 S. Walnut Street
Bloomington, IN
47403
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 4:15 – 5:15pm

One of the biggest challenges parents face is that of keeping up! As soon as you’ve got the perfect bedtime routine everything changes. Right after you finish childproofing, your toddler learns a new climbing technique. Join us for new developmental groups- offering support, fresh ideas and connection with parents in the same boat. While each group will have a guiding topic, questions on any developmental topic are welcome.

Developmental groups are designed to cater to your child’s specific cognitive age and stage. While there are no strict rules about ages for attending, and you are welcome to come to topics that catch your interest, the guidelines can help you choose the best match for you and your child. The group format is casual, with open playtime and discussion filling most of the time along with some more specific sharing of ideas and techniques for the listed topic.

Amy Makice, LCSW and Connie Nelson Laird, MSW will be facilitating these groups.

Sprouts- age 6-12 months: whether or not your baby is crawling, they seem to be moving everywhere. These infants are constantly growing and changing and bringing you along with them. Join us as we talk about common issues such as starting a healthy approach to eating, growth spurts and mental leaps and secure separation.

Presenter: Amy Makice & Connie Nelson Laird
Contact: 812-337-8121
Age Range: Families
Cost: Free
Communities: Bloomington
More info: bloomingtonbirth.org

A Discussion/Demonstration with Artist Timothy J. Lynch

07 Feb 2012 22:30:00 GMT

The Venue Fine Art & Gifts
114 S. Grant
Bloomington IN
47408
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 5:30 – 7:30pm

The Venue will host a discussion and technique demonstration by Artist Timothy J. Lynch. Tim will explain how he expresses himself through symbols and color, and demonstrate how he attains the vibrant jewel like tones in his drawings.

Presenter: The Venue Fine Art & Gifts
Contact: Gabriel or David Colman
Cost: Free
Ticket Phone: 812-339-4200
Communities: Bloomington

Brown County Native Woodlands Project Annual Meeting & Dinner

07 Feb 2012 23:30:00 GMT

Nashville Christian Church Fieldhouse
Nashville, IN
Corner of Washington and
Jefferson Streets
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 6:30 – 8:30pm

Beverages, table service, and a variety of soups will be provided. Attendees may bring a salad or dessert to share.

This event is free but please register.

Presenter: Ruth Ann Ingraham, Steve Cotter
Age Range: Adults
Cost: FREE
Ticket Phone: 812-988-2211
Ticket Web Link: bcnwp2012meeting.eventbrite.com
Communities: Brown County
More info: www.bcnwp.org

Panel Discussion: Why I Sing Amazing Grace--The African-American Worship Experience

07 Feb 2012 23:30:00 GMT

Second Baptist Church
321 N. Rogers
Bloomington, IN
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 6:30pm

Panel:

Dr. Michael Joseph Brown, Wabash College
Rev. Dennis Laffoon, Bethe AME Church, Bloomington
John Strauss, Ball State University
Rev. Sharon White, New Hope Church, Anderson

This program airs on WTIU:
Sunday, February 26, 2012, 5:30pm & 11pm
Thursday, MArch 1, 11pm

Cost: Free and Open to the Public
Communities: Bloomington

Financial Aid Workshop

08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Bloomington South High School
Bloomington, IN
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 7 – 8pm

Financial Aid Workshop for all college bound students and parents. In depth discussion of things Financial Aid-related, including updates on the FAFSA

Cost: Free
Ticket Phone: 8123307714 x51018
Communities: Bloomington

From The Help's Point of View

08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Bartholomew County Public Library
Columbus, IN
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 7 – 8:30pm

Janet Cheatham Bell will discuss the novel The Help, about African American women working for whites during the early 1960s, and the recent movie of the same title. Ms. Bell is a writer, editor and independent scholar. Her books include Victory of the Spirit and The Time and Place That Gave Me Life.

Presenter: Janet Cheatham Bell
Contact: submitter info
Cost: free
Communities: Columbus
More info: barth.lib.in.us

Martin Ellis and Randy Frieling, Organ and Piano Duet

08 Feb 2012 00:30:00 GMT

DePauw University
Judson and Joyce Green Center for the Performing Arts
Kresge Auditorium
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 7:30pm

Contact: Ron Dye
Cost: Free
Communities: Greencastle
More info: www.depauw.edu…

Quarryland Men's Chorus Auditions

08 Feb 2012 00:30:00 GMT

First United Church
2420 East Third St.
Bloomington, IN
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 7:30 – 9:30pm

Quarryland Men’s Chorus invites all men who sing to audition for the group on February 7. The Chorus provides a positive performance-based community for gay and bisexual men and their allies in South Central Indiana and fosters talent, fellowship, pride, and understanding through excellence in vocal music. Current chorus membership includes students and community members of all ages from across the region. New singers wishing to participate in the tenth-anniversary season should join now to take part in the “American Landscapes” concert with the Indianapolis Men’s Chorus and July’s GALA Festival appearance in Denver, Colorado.

Presenter: Quarryland Men's Chorus
Contact: Barry Magee; bmagee@indiana.edu
Communities: Bloomington
More info: quarryland.org

Tuesday Trivia at Farm Bloomington

08 Feb 2012 01:00:00 GMT

Farm Bloomington
Kirkwood Avenue at Walnut
Bloomington, IN 47408
Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 8 – 10pm

Every Tuesday at 8 in Farm's Root Cellar, you can play in Bloomington's only pub-style trivia quiz. Prizes are awarded each week, including gift cards for the top two teams. All ages are welcome; teams may have as many as five people. Space is limited, so arrive early.

Communities: Bloomington

Advance Notice for Kidscommons' Ninth Annual Carnivale Event

08 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

kidscommons, 309 Washington Street, Columbus, Indiana
Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Tickets are now available for CARNIVALE RIO, kidscommons annual fundraiser, taking place Saturday, February 11, 7:00 – 10:30 pm.

Dance to Soca/Calypso music from Chicago Samba, have a group photo taken in the photo booth, get your face painted, and enjoy gourmet Rio dishes prepared by Gethin Thomas Catering and tropical desserts made on-site by Piepers Gourmet Catering.

The live auction includes dinner offerings, vacation getaways and an autographed John Mellencamp guitar. Over 40 silent auction items will be available including overnight packages, 3 paper weights from the Xenia Miller collection, a laptop computer, golf packages, birthday parties, downtown Indy packages, a weather broadcast with Angela Buchman at WISH-TV8 and much more!

Guests must be 21 or older to attend. Cash Bar.

Kidscommons will be closed Feb. 10-12 for the event.

Presenter: kidscommons
Contact: (812) 378-3046
Cost: $75.00 per person
Ticket Phone: (812) 378-3046
Communities: Columbus

Call for Entries: 2012 Trashion-Refashion Show

08 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

to take place at the Buskirk-Chumley Theatre Sunday, April 22, 2012
Wednesday, February 8, 2012

The 2012 Trashion Refashion Show is looking for fashion designs for recycled from discarded items or repurposed from existing apparel.
Up to 3 entries may be submitted per designer or team until March 1. Designs may be for men, or women, adults or children. The 2012 Trashion-Refashion Show will take place on April 22nd, EARTHDAY, at the Buskirk Chumley Theater at 7pm.

The Trashion-Refashion Show is a fundraiser for the Center for Sustainable Living. Submission guidelines and slideshows from previous years are available at www.bloomingtontrashion.org

Faye Ann Morris' World of Art

08 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Southern Indiana Center for the Arts
2001 N. Ewing St.
Seymour, IN 47274
Wednesday, February 8, 2012

The mythical world of Faye Ann Morris is the featured exhibit in the main gallery at the Southern Indiana Center for the Arts in February. Morris' bold and bright watercolor and acrylic paintings are accompanied with her original story-verse.

The exhibition runs through February 28, 2012

Gallery hours:
Tuesday-Friday, 12-5pm
Saturday, 11am-3pm

Presenter: Southern Indiana Center for the Arts
Contact: 812-522-2278 or sicatreasurer@frontier.com
Cost: Free
Communities: Seymour
More info: www.soinart.com

Free Community Tax Service/EITC

08 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Monoroe County, Indiana
Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Free Community Tax Service Sites located throughout Monroe and Owen counties help community members file taxes and claim the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). Dial 2-1-1 or visit monroeunitedway.org/eitc for more information.

Presenter: United Way of Monroe County and Financial Stability Alliance
Contact: 2-1-1
Age Range: All Ages
Cost: Free
Communities: Bloomington, Spencer

Beat the Heat Spay Promotion

08 Feb 2012 13:00:00 GMT

Pets Alive
2444 South Walnut Street
Bloomington, IN 47401
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 8am – 5pm

Pets Alive Nonprofit Spay/Neuter Clinic is reducing their surgery fee to $20 for female cats in the month of February. Call to make an appointment.

Cost: $20
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.petsaliveindiana.org

AARP Free Tax-Aide Service

08 Feb 2012 14:00:00 GMT

Twin Lakes Recreation Center
1700 W Bloomfield Rd
Bloomington, IN 47403
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 9am – 3pm

Continues Wednesdays 9a-3p, and Thursdays 4p-8p through April 12. Taxpayers should bring with them W-2s, 1099s, SSA forms, rent payments and/or real estate tax paid and other pertinent documents, along with the return from last year. If itemizing, bring a list of potential deductions.

Age Range: All Ages
Cost: Free tax preparation and electronic filing for low and middle income taxpayers.
Communities: Bloomington

February Shows at the Waldron

08 Feb 2012 14:00:00 GMT

Ivy Tech John Waldron Art Center
122 S. Walnut St.
Bloomington, Indiana 47401
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 9am – 7pm

Paintings by Betsy Stirratt, photographs by Erik Wallace and Mac Fleming, and sculpture by Jack Doskow are on view through the month.

Ticket Phone: 812-330-4400
Ticket Web Link: www.ivytech.edu…
More info: www.ivytech.edu…

IDS Housing Fair

08 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Indiana Memorial Union
Alumni Hall
Bloomington, IN
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 10am – 4pm

The Indiana Daily Student: IU's only student-run campus paper, is proud to host the 2012 Spring IDS Housing Fair.

Contact: idsmrktg@indiana.edu
Age Range: All Ages
Cost: FREE
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.idsnews.com…

French Classical Tragedy in the Face of Italian Stagecraft: The Case of Corneille’s Andromède

08 Feb 2012 21:00:00 GMT

Oak Room
Indiana Memorial Union
900 E. 7th St.
Bloomington, IN 47405
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 4 – 5pm

French Dramatist Pierre Corneille was commissioned in 1650 to write a tragedy which he called "Andromède." The speaker, Dr. Calhoun, argues that this tragedy is an emblematic example of a play incorporating textual strategies that both attenuate and unify the musical and spectacular elements on stage.

Presenter: Alison Calhoun
Contact: fritdept@indiana.edu
Age Range: Adults
Cost: free
Ticket Phone: 812-855-0785
Communities: Bloomington

Translated from Polish by Bill Johnston: A Reading

08 Feb 2012 22:00:00 GMT

College Arts & Humanities Institute (CAHI)
Indiana University
1211E. Atwater Ave.
Bloomington, IN 47401
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 5 – 7pm

Bill Johnston, a premier translator of Polish literature, will read from two books he has translated - Magdalena Tulli's In Red and Andrzej Stasiuk's Dukla. Both books will be on sale from Boxcar Books. Refreshments provided.

Presenter: Bill Johnston
Contact: billj@indiana.edu
Cost: Free
Communities: Bloomington

Baby Music

08 Feb 2012 22:30:00 GMT

2458 S Walnut
Bloomington, IN 47403
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 5:30 – 6pm

his drop-in music class, taught by a professional music educator, will include a variety of songs and activities, including bouncing, rocking, rhymes & chants, dances, and tap & shake instruments. Learn about the benefits of early childhood music classes, get ideas for music-making at home, and enjoy time with other parents & babies.

Contact: info@bloomingtonbirth.org
Age Range: Families
Cost: $10 or BABS Pass
More info: bloomingtonbirth.org…

Power Yoga Master Class with Bryan Kest

08 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Vibe Yoga Studio
1705 N College Ave
Bloomington, IN
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 6 – 9pm

Bryan Kest’s Power Yoga Master Class is a well rounded flowing asana practice integrating mental practices that enhance everyday living.

Presenter: Bryan Kest
Contact: info@vibeyogastudio.com
Cost: $65/$55 before 2/8/12
Ticket Phone: 812-335-9642
Ticket Web Link: www.vibeyogastudio.com
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.vibeyogastudio.com

Course in Miracles study group

08 Feb 2012 23:30:00 GMT

Unity of Bloomington
4001 S. Rogers St.
Bloomington, IN
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 6:30 – 8pm

Beginning and experienced students of A Course in Miracles meet 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, at 6:30 PM (new time). Please call to confirm: 812-334-9069.

Contact: Martha Fitzgerald, 812-334-9069
Cost: No charge
Communities: Bloomington

Forums: Vision, Mission and Core Values Statements of MCCPSC

09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Bloomington High School South Cafeteria
Bloomington, IN
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 7 – 8pm

These public sessions are an opportunity for the community to offer valuable feedback and are provided in addition to the Vision, Mission, and Core Values Survey link available on the www.mccsc.edu homepage until January 31, 2012. The results of the survey and forum sessions will help refine the statements that will serve as the foundation to MCCSC’s strategic planning work that will begin next school year.

For more information please contact the Office of School & Community Services at (812) 330-7700, Ext. 50263 or e-mail: bevsmith@mccsc.edu.

Presenter: Monroe County Community School Corporation
Communities: Bloomington

Ben "Smiley" Silverstein Duo

09 Feb 2012 00:30:00 GMT

Café D'Jango
116 N. Grant
Bloomington, IN 47408
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 7:30 – 9:30pm

Featuring:
Ben "Smiley" Silverstein - Piano
Max Newman - Guitar

For better accommodations & service please call for reservations @ (812)335-1297

Presenter: Café D'Jango
Contact: (812)335-1297
Cost: Free
Ticket Web Link: www.facebook.com…
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.cafedjango.org

Contra Dancing

09 Feb 2012 01:00:00 GMT

Harmony School
909 E. 2nd St.
Bloomington, IN
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 8 – 10:30pm

Bloomington Old Time Music and Dance Group hosts a weekly Wednesday night contra-dance with live music, callers, and a community of dancers. Beginners are welcome, and may come at 8 pm to learn the basic steps. The dance begins at 8:15 pm. No need for a partner.

Presenter: Bloomington Old Time Music and Dance Group
Cost: $4 non-members, $3 members
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.bloomingtoncontra.org

Advance Notice for Kidscommons' Ninth Annual Carnivale Event

09 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

kidscommons, 309 Washington Street, Columbus, Indiana
Thursday, February 9, 2012

Tickets are now available for CARNIVALE RIO, kidscommons annual fundraiser, taking place Saturday, February 11, 7:00 – 10:30 pm.

Dance to Soca/Calypso music from Chicago Samba, have a group photo taken in the photo booth, get your face painted, and enjoy gourmet Rio dishes prepared by Gethin Thomas Catering and tropical desserts made on-site by Piepers Gourmet Catering.

The live auction includes dinner offerings, vacation getaways and an autographed John Mellencamp guitar. Over 40 silent auction items will be available including overnight packages, 3 paper weights from the Xenia Miller collection, a laptop computer, golf packages, birthday parties, downtown Indy packages, a weather broadcast with Angela Buchman at WISH-TV8 and much more!

Guests must be 21 or older to attend. Cash Bar.

Kidscommons will be closed Feb. 10-12 for the event.

Presenter: kidscommons
Contact: (812) 378-3046
Cost: $75.00 per person
Ticket Phone: (812) 378-3046
Communities: Columbus

Advance Notice: The "Get a Clue Murder Mystery Dinner"

09 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

T.C. Steele State Historic Site
Large Studio
4220 T. C. Steele Road
Nashville, IN 47448
Thursday, February 9, 2012

The Friends of T.C. Steele State Historic Site present the Get a Clue Murder Mystery Dinner, Feb. 11 and 18, 2012 (snow date is March 3) at 6:30 p.m. at T.C. Steele State Historic Site! Deadly Competition will include the first annual Singing Winds String Competition with a big prize for Indiana's Best Amateur String Instrument Musician.

Sign up to play one of the many characters or simply watch the action in the historic art studio of T.C. Steele and try to identify the crazed criminal. Fine food and the local wines will complement the drama.

On Feb. 18, local author Sara Hoskinson Frommer will discuss the challenges and joys of mystery writing and sign copies of her Joan Spencer detective series, the inspiration for our popular mystery games.

Call 812.988.2785 to make your reservations for $35 per person (profits help support the Friends of T.C. Steele) and to select your part of the fun. Oscars will be awarded for the best performances.

T.C. Steele State Historic Site is located on Hwy 46 just west of Nashville in the heart of artistic Brown County. Part of the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites, the site is where nature's beauty meets the artist's canvas. The home, studio and gardens of this noted Hoosier artist still provide inspiration today through site tours, outdoor painting competitions and artist-in-residence programs.

Presenter: Megan Richards
Contact: 812.988.2785
Cost: $35/person
Ticket Phone: 812.988.2785
Ticket Web Link: indianamuseum.org….
More info: indianamuseum.org…

Learn and Play Space for Preschoolers

09 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Monroe County Public Library
303 E Kirkwood Ave
Bloomington, IN
Thursday, February 9, 2012

The Learn and Play Space is open for preschoolers with an adult caregiver every day this winter that the library is open. There is much for parents and children to do and explore together: puzzles, games, puppets and discovery centers.

Contact: Call 349-3100, Children's Services, MCPL
Age Range: Children
Cost: Free
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.mcpl.info

Sister Jody O'Neil's Art Exhibition

09 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Corporate Square Offices
2901 Ohio Blvd.
Terre Haute, IN
Thursday, February 9, 2012

The Solo Exhibit of Sister Jody O'Neil, an artist-in-residence for the Sisters of Providence, runs January 19-July 12 and is facilitated through Arts Illiana.

For more information, visit Sister Jody's website, www.creationsights.com or contact her at 812-535-1018 or email creationsights@spsmw.org.

Presenter: Sister Jody O'Neil, SP
Contact: Sister Jody O'Neil 812-535-1018
Communities: Terre Haute
More info: www.creationsights.com

Lego® Block Party

09 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Mitchell Community Public Library
804 Main Street
Mitchell, IN 47446
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6 – 7pm

Construct creative challenge items as a family, and then enjoy free play at these Lego®-centric events. All ages welcome. A limited number of Lego® blocks will be provided.

Age Range: Families
Cost: free
Communities: Bedford, French Lick/West Baden
More info: mitchell.lib.in.us

Bartholomew County Writers Group

09 Feb 2012 23:30:00 GMT

Bartholomew County Public Library
COlumbus, IN
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:30 – 8:30pm

Monthly meeting of the Bartholomew County Writers Group.

Presenter: Debi Hurt
Contact: submitter info
Cost: free
Communities: Columbus
More info: barth.lib.in.us

BTOP Monthly Meeting

09 Feb 2012 23:30:00 GMT

Monroe County Public Library
Kirkwood Avenue
Bloomington, IN 47401
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:30 – 8:30pm

Bloomington Transportation Options for People meets in the Monroe County Public Library on the second Thursday of every month, to discuss local sustainable transportation issues.

Presenter: BTOP
Contact: Elizabeth Venstra; info@b-top.org

Oscar Nominated Shorts 2011

09 Feb 2012 23:30:00 GMT

IU Cinema
1213 E. 7th St.
Bloomington, IN 47405
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 6:30 – 8:30pm

For the second year in a row, the IU Cinema presents the Oscar nominated animated short films from around the globe. See them here, before the awards show later in February.

Cost: $3 for IUB students, $6 for general public
Directed By: Various
MPAA Rating: Not Rated
Ticket Phone: 812-855-1103
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.cinema.indiana.edu…

A Reading by National Book Award Winning Poet Nikky Finney

10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Neal Marshall Center, Grand Hall, Indiana University Bloomington
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7 – 8pm

Presenter: Nikky Finney
Contact: Ross Gay
Cost: Free
Communities: Bloomington

Visual Ideas and the Architecture of Columbus

10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Bartholomew County Public Library
Columbus, IN
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7 – 8:30pm

Learn about the new IU Center for Art and Design from its director T. Kelly Wilson. Director Wilson will also share his passion for art and architecture through a discussion of downtown architecture and sculpture, how they relate to each other, and how they make downtown Columbus such a vibrant spot in Indiana.

Presenter: T. Kelly Wilson
Contact: submitter info
Cost: free
Communities: Columbus
More info: barth.lib.in.us

Bill W. and Dr. Bob

10 Feb 2012 00:30:00 GMT

Ivy Tech John Waldron Arts Center
Bloomington, IN
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7:30 – 9:30pm

Cardinal Stage Company presents the story of the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous, Bill W.

Presenter: Cardinal Stage Company
Contact: info@cardinalstage.org
Cost: Adult $21.50-$26.50. Children 12 and under and students $10.
Ticket Phone: 812-323-3020
Ticket Web Link: www.cardinalstage.org…
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.cardinalstage.org

Cardinal Stage Company Performance: Bill W. and Dr. Bob

10 Feb 2012 00:30:00 GMT

Ivy Tech John Waldron Performing Arts Center
Bloomington, IN
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 7:30pm

Show runs February 2-19. Performance times vary based on day attended. Check cardinalstage.org for specific information.

Contact: info@cardinalstage.org
Directed By: Randy White
Cost: Varies based on performance. Check cardinalstage.org for more information.
Ticket Phone: 8123233020
Ticket Web Link: www.cardinalstage.org…
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.cardinalstage.org

The Boy in the Bathroom: A New Musical

10 Feb 2012 01:00:00 GMT

Bloomington Playwrights Project
107 W. 9th St.
Bloomington, IN 47404
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 8pm

The Bloomington Playwrights Project presents a quirky, award-winning new musical as part of its Off-Broadway On-Ninth Series.

The Boy in the Bathroom was originally developed in the 2007 New York Musical Theatre Festival. The World Premiere of The Boy in the Bathroom was presented by the Chance Theater, March 2011.

Presenter: Bloomington Playwrights Project
Contact: Chad Rabinovitz
Written By: Book & Lyrics by Michael Lluberes; Music & Additional Lyrics by Joe Maloney
Directed By: Chad Rabinovitz
Cast: Evan Mayer, Maddie Shea Baldwin, Lisa Kurz
Cost: $18 General Admission; $15 Student/Senior
Ticket Phone: 812.323.3020
Ticket Web Link: www.newplays.org
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.newplays.org

The Jeff Isaac Trio

10 Feb 2012 01:00:00 GMT

Café D'Jango
116 N. Grant
Bloomington, IN 47408
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 8 – 10pm

This is the debut of the Jeff Isaac Trio featuring:

Jeff Isaac - Piano
Rob Walker - Bass
Mitch Shiner - Drums

Join us for an evening of straight-ahead jazz standards.

For better accommodations & service please call for reservations @ (812)335-1297

Presenter: Café D'Jango
Contact: (812)335-1297
Cost: Free
Ticket Web Link: www.facebook.com…
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.cafedjango.org

Oscar Nominated Shorts - Live Action

10 Feb 2012 02:30:00 GMT

IU Cinema
1213 E. 7th St.
Bloomington, IN 47405
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 9:30 – 11:30pm

For the second year in a row, the IU Cinema presents the Oscar nominated, live-action short films from around the globe. See them here, before the awards show later in February.

Cost: $3 for IUB students, $6 for general public
Directed By: Multiple Directors
MPAA Rating: Not Rated
Ticket Phone: 812-855-1103
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.cinema.indiana.edu…

Advance Notice for Kidscommons' Ninth Annual Carnivale Event

10 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

kidscommons, 309 Washington Street, Columbus, Indiana
Friday, February 10, 2012

Tickets are now available for CARNIVALE RIO, kidscommons annual fundraiser, taking place Saturday, February 11, 7:00 – 10:30 pm.

Dance to Soca/Calypso music from Chicago Samba, have a group photo taken in the photo booth, get your face painted, and enjoy gourmet Rio dishes prepared by Gethin Thomas Catering and tropical desserts made on-site by Piepers Gourmet Catering.

The live auction includes dinner offerings, vacation getaways and an autographed John Mellencamp guitar. Over 40 silent auction items will be available including overnight packages, 3 paper weights from the Xenia Miller collection, a laptop computer, golf packages, birthday parties, downtown Indy packages, a weather broadcast with Angela Buchman at WISH-TV8 and much more!

Guests must be 21 or older to attend. Cash Bar.

Kidscommons will be closed Feb. 10-12 for the event.

Presenter: kidscommons
Contact: (812) 378-3046
Cost: $75.00 per person
Ticket Phone: (812) 378-3046
Communities: Columbus

Stand Up for Abused Children and Be Their Voice in Court

10 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Monroe County CASA, Inc.
Friday, February 10, 2012

Court Appointed Special Advocates, or CASA volunteers, change the lives of abused and neglected children by representing their best interest in court.

Consider becoming a CASA by attending the next CASA training. Classes meet March 20th to April 24th on Tuesday and Friday mornings from 9am to 12pm. The application deadline for this training is March 5th.

Presenter: CASA Staff
Contact: Tiffany Kinney
Ticket Phone: (812) 333-2272
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.monroecountycasa.org

A Table Set for Six, and Five Were There

10 Feb 2012 16:00:00 GMT

The Venue Fine Art & Gifts
114 S. Grant
Bloomington, IN
47408
Friday, February 10, 2012, 11am – 7pm

The Venue Fine Art & Gifts hosts an exhibition of the drawings of Timothy J. Lynch. An artist new to Bloomington, Tim holds a MFA from Ohio University. His art is found in public and private collections around the nation.

Presenter: The Venue Fine Art & Gifts
Contact: Gabriel or David Colman
Cost: Free
Ticket Phone: 812-339-4200
Communities: Bloomington

ESSE QUAM VIDERI: Muslim self portraits

10 Feb 2012 17:00:00 GMT

The Glenn Black Laboratory of Archeology
Bloomington, IN
Friday, February 10, 2012, 12 – 1pm

Artist Todd Drake will speak on “Stereotyping and Responding to Stereotypes” at a free public brown bag luncheon at the Glenn Black Laboratory of Archaeology auditorium, adjacent to the Mathers Museum.

Presenter: Mathers Museum of World Cultures
Contact: mathers@indiana.edu
Age Range: All Ages
Cost: Free
Communities: Bloomington

Mapping the Thermal City: Built Landscapes, Urban Climatology, and a History of Heat in Tokyo

10 Feb 2012 17:00:00 GMT

Ballantine 004
Indiana University
Bloomington IN 47405
Friday, February 10, 2012, 12 – 1:15pm

As one of the world’s largest cities, Tokyo during the post-World War II decades was repeatedly an early harbinger of many of the environmental problems now associated on even larger scales with such megalopolises around the globe as Sao Paulo, Mexico City, Chongqing, and Mumbai. As a participant at the U.N. population conference in Tokyo of 1972 declared, one could at the time witness in Japan in a concentrated fashion, and by extension Tokyo as its largest metropolitan area, all of the population and urban environmental dilemmas of the age. By the very end of the twentieth century, an emerging field of urban climate studies was even revealing that, beyond the frightening global climate effects of our reliance on fossil fuels, such very large cities as Tokyo are themselves dramatically reshaping the climatic environments in which they stand.
Examining the contemporary history of Tokyo as one of the premier examples in the world of what is called the urban heat island effect--and of scientific and official attempts to understand and represent this climatic phenomenon--this talk seeks to examine the ways in which the presence of our built environments reveals the very “built” nature of the climate itself: Climate experts, officials and citizens alike have been scrambling over the last two decades to demonstrate the ways in which urban planning, development, changing lifestyles, and architectural decisions have conspired in Tokyo to increase the average temperature of the city by three degrees Celsius over the last century and thus to change even what seem the most apparently natural elements of the city’s climatic environment, the winds and rain. Through the rise of a new field of urban climatology, city and national officials, architectural visionaries, and citizens have begun to remap the city as thermal landscape and to wrestle with the built environmental legacies of earlier concepts of Tokyo as “world city.”

For many, the key to combating the heat island effect lies in restoring older wind and rain patterns in the metropolis, in part by rediscovering the former life of Tokyo as a water city—one with long historical and environmental linkages to the life of its canals, rivers, and ocean harbor.

Scott O'Bryan is Associate Professor in the Department of History and the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures, and he serves as Director of Graduate Studies in the EALC Department. He is the author of The Growth Idea: Purpose and Prosperity in Postwar Japan (University of Hawaii Press and Columbia Weatherhead East Asian Institute), which examines the rise of growthist modes of social scientific thought and political practice. His current research and teaching relate to environmental history and its intersections with the history of cities. This paper is drawn from his current book project on urban climate change and the history of Tokyo.

Presenter: East Asian Studies Center
Age Range: All Ages
Cost: Free
More info: www.indiana.edu…

The Burlesque Erotics of Tyrannicide in Marguerite de Navarre’s Heptaméron and Benedetto Varchi’s Storia fiorentina

10 Feb 2012 19:30:00 GMT

1020 E Kirkwood Avenue
Ballantine Hall
Room 217
Bloomington, IN
Friday, February 10, 2012, 2:30 – 3:30pm

This lecture focuses on the novella 12 of Marguerite de Navarre’s "Heptaméron." Dr. Schachter argues that the sexualized account of Lorenzo de’ Medici’s 1537 assassination of his cousin Alessandro offered by Navarre in this novella begins the process of fictionalization that this historical episode has undergone.

Presenter: Dr. Marc Schachter
Contact: fritdept@indiana.edu
Age Range: Adults
Cost: free
Ticket Phone: 812-855-0785
Communities: Bloomington

Artist Reception--ESSE QUAM VIDERI: Muslim self portraits

10 Feb 2012 21:00:00 GMT

The Mathers Museum of World Cultures
416 North Indiana Avenue
Bloomington, IN
Friday, February 10, 2012, 4 – 6pm

The Mathers Museum is open Tuesday through Friday, 9am-4:30pm, and Saturdays and Sundays, 1-4:30 pm.

Presenter: Mathers Museum of World Cultures
Contact: mathers@indiana.edu
Age Range: All Ages
Cost: Free
Communities: Bloomington

Asian Cultures Around Campus presents: Learning Calligraphy

10 Feb 2012 21:30:00 GMT

Asian Culture Center
807 E 10th St
Bloomington, IN 47408
Friday, February 10, 2012, 4:30 – 6pm

Every Friday from February 3–April 13 (except on Feb. 24 and March 16), practice and learn with an introduction to Chinese calligraphy with community member Yuzhi Lan. Open to beginners age 12 and above. A one-time donation is welcome to cover supplies.

To pre-register, please contact acc@indiana.edu.

Presenter: Yuzhi Lan
Contact: acc@indiana.edu
Cost: free
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.indiana.edu…

Robert and Avis Burke Lecture

10 Feb 2012 21:30:00 GMT

Henry Radford Hope School of Fine Arts
Indiana University
1201 East 7th Street
Bloomington, IN 47405
Room 102
Friday, February 10, 2012, 4:30 – 5:30pm

Dr. Carol Magee, associate professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, will present her talk "There is a There There: Place in Contemporary African Photography."

Presenter: Dr. Carol Magee
Communities: Bloomington

Boy Scout Historical Exhibit

10 Feb 2012 22:00:00 GMT

Lawrence County Museum
929 15th Street
Bedford, IN 47421
Friday, February 10, 2012, 5pm

This exhibit of Boy Scout historical artifacts in the Community Gallery of the Lawrence County Museum, opens with a reception on Friday, February 10, 5-7pm and remains on display through March 7.

For more information, visit www.lawrencecountyhistory.org

Presenter: Lawrence County Museum and Boy Scouts of America
Contact: Rowena Cross-Najafi
Age Range: All Ages
Cost: Free
Communities: Bedford
More info: www.lawrencecountyhistory.org

Contemplation

10 Feb 2012 22:00:00 GMT

Pictura Gallery
122 W. 6th St.
Bloomington, IN
Friday, February 10, 2012, 5 – 8pm

"Contemplation" features work by four emerging women photographers from Japan. The show is curated by world renowned curator Mariko Takeuchi and IU professor James Nakagawa. The show continues through March 31.

Presenter: Pictura Gallery
Contact: Brenda Stern
Cost: Free
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.picturagallery.com

Get Real Empowerment Group

10 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Indiana Memorial Union (IMU)
Persimmon Room
900 E 7th St
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN 47405
Friday, February 10, 2012, 6 – 7:30pm

This is a healthy place to experience self-actualization. It is a place to be mad and be sad and let out whatever is inside you. Meetings consist of small intimate groups (7 or less participants) that are open to everyone and are designed to feel safe for sharing. The meetings are especially meant for anyone who has ever felt silenced and/or excluded—which is pretty much everyone. Newcomer briefing at 5:40 every Friday.

Contact: kayjohnson-at-noglstp-dot-net
Age Range: Adults
Cost: FREE
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.noglstp.net…

Henry Radford Hope School of Fine Arts Faculty Exhibition

10 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Grunwald Gallery of Art
1201 E. 7th St.
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN 47405
Friday, February 10, 2012, 6pm

The Grunwald Gallery of Art is pleased to announce the upcoming Henry Radford Hope School of Fine Arts Faculty Exhibition. This exhibition will be on view through Saturday, February 11, 2012, and will be accompanied by noon talks and artist lectures. All events are free and open to the public.

Contact: Betsy Stirratt
Cost: free
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.indiana.edu…

Parents Night Out

10 Feb 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Ellettsville House of Prayer
4100 Hartstrait Rd
Blooomington, IN 47404
Friday, February 10, 2012, 6 – 10pm

Parents Night Out is a fundraiser for Ian Laster who was born with kidney failure and at 1 now needs a kidney transplant. We're working with COTA in Bloomington to raise the $55k that's needed for his transplant after insurance. All support is appreciated.

Presenter: Ian Aide
Contact: IanAide55@gmail.com
Cost: $20 for first child, $10 for each additional child
Ticket Phone: 812-381-1998
Ticket Web Link: www.facebook.com…
Communities: Bloomington
More info: cota.donorpages.com…

Buddhist Retreat: Awakening the Sacred Body

10 Feb 2012 23:30:00 GMT

Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Cultural Center
3655 Snoddy Road
Bloomington, IN 47401
Friday, February 10, 6:30pm – Sunday, February 12, 2012, 6pm

Karen Patrick guides participants in Tibetan yogic practices of movement and breathing to clear obstacles to connecting with and trusting the inner stillness, silence and spaciousness that opens from this ancient practice.

For inquires about accommodations contact TMBCC: 812-336-6807, tmbcc.kcl@gmail.com, www.tmbcc.net.

RETREATS MEET: FRI: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
SAT and SUN: 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Presenter: Karen Patrick, LCSW karenpatrick108@gmail.com
Contact: TMBCC: 812-336-6807
Age Range: Adults
Cost: $150 for weekend, $135 Earlibird reg. by January 30. under 21 and over 70, donation requested.
Ticket Web Link: www.tmbcc.net
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.meditationforachange.com

Oscar Nominated Shorts 2011 - Live Action

10 Feb 2012 23:30:00 GMT

IU Cinema
1213 E. 7th St.
Bloomington, IN 47405
Friday, February 10, 2012, 6:30 – 8:30pm

For the second year in a row, the IU Cinema presents the Oscar nominated, live-action short films from around the globe. See them here, before the awards show later in February.

Cost: $3 for students, $6 for public
Directed By: Multiple Directors
MPAA Rating: Not Rated
Ticket Phone: 812-855-1103
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.cinema.indiana.edu…

Bill W. and Dr. Bob

11 Feb 2012 00:30:00 GMT

Ivy Tech John Waldron Arts Center
Bloomington, IN
Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:30 – 9:30pm

Cardinal Stage Company presents the story of the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous, Bill W.

Presenter: Cardinal Stage Company
Contact: info@cardinalstage.org
Cost: Adult $21.50-$26.50. Children 12 and under and students $10.
Ticket Phone: 812-323-3020
Ticket Web Link: www.cardinalstage.org…
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.cardinalstage.org

Recreational folk dancing

11 Feb 2012 00:30:00 GMT

Indiana Memorial Union
Frangipani Room
Bloomington, IN
Friday, February 10, 2012, 7:30 – 10:30pm

Each Friday evening, the IU International Folkdancers meet for a casual evening of folk dancing, and invite the public to join in. Dances are generally taught during the first hour. All ages welcome; no experience or partner required.

Cost: free
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.indiana.edu…

The Boy in the Bathroom: A New Musical

11 Feb 2012 01:00:00 GMT

Bloomington Playwrights Project
107 W. 9th St.
Bloomington, IN 47404
Friday, February 10, 2012, 8pm

The Bloomington Playwrights Project presents a quirky, award-winning new musical as part of its Off-Broadway On-Ninth Series.

The Boy in the Bathroom was originally developed in the 2007 New York Musical Theatre Festival. The World Premiere of The Boy in the Bathroom was presented by the Chance Theater, March 2011.

Presenter: Bloomington Playwrights Project
Contact: Chad Rabinovitz
Written By: Book & Lyrics by Michael Lluberes; Music & Additional Lyrics by Joe Maloney
Directed By: Chad Rabinovitz
Cast: Evan Mayer, Maddie Shea Baldwin, Lisa Kurz
Cost: $18 General Admission; $15 Student/Senior
Ticket Phone: 812.323.3020
Ticket Web Link: www.newplays.org
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.newplays.org

Valentine's Dance with Don't Call Me Betty

11 Feb 2012 01:00:00 GMT

Panache Dance Studio
Bloomington, IN
Friday, February 10, 2012, 8 – 11pm

Ticket Phone: 8122195869
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.panachdance.com

The Milestone Jazz Quintet

11 Feb 2012 02:00:00 GMT

Café D'Jango
116 N. Grant
Bloomington, IN 47408
Friday, February 10, 2012, 9 – 11:30pm

Featuring:
David Miller - Trumpet, Flugelhorn
Matt Roehrich - Tenor Sax
Joel Tucker - Guitar
Steve Johnson - Bass
Kevin Newcomb - Drums

For better accommodations & service please call for reservations @ (812)335-1297

Presenter: Café D'Jango
Contact: (812)335-1297
Cost: $5.00
Ticket Web Link: www.facebook.com…
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.cafedjango.org

Oscar Nominated Shorts 2011 - Animated

11 Feb 2012 02:30:00 GMT

IU Cinema
1213 E. 7th St.
Bloomington, IN 47405
Friday, February 10, 2012, 9:30 – 11:30pm

For the second year in a row, the IU Cinema presents the Oscar nominated animated short films from around the globe. See them here, before the awards show later in February.

Cost: $3 for students, $6 for public
Directed By: Multiple Directors
MPAA Rating: Not Rated
Ticket Phone: 812-855-1103
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.cinema.indiana.edu…

Advance Notice for Kidscommons' Ninth Annual Carnivale Event

11 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

kidscommons, 309 Washington Street, Columbus, Indiana
Saturday, February 11, 2012

Tickets are now available for CARNIVALE RIO, kidscommons annual fundraiser, taking place Saturday, February 11, 7:00 – 10:30 pm.

Dance to Soca/Calypso music from Chicago Samba, have a group photo taken in the photo booth, get your face painted, and enjoy gourmet Rio dishes prepared by Gethin Thomas Catering and tropical desserts made on-site by Piepers Gourmet Catering.

The live auction includes dinner offerings, vacation getaways and an autographed John Mellencamp guitar. Over 40 silent auction items will be available including overnight packages, 3 paper weights from the Xenia Miller collection, a laptop computer, golf packages, birthday parties, downtown Indy packages, a weather broadcast with Angela Buchman at WISH-TV8 and much more!

Guests must be 21 or older to attend. Cash Bar.

Kidscommons will be closed Feb. 10-12 for the event.

Presenter: kidscommons
Contact: (812) 378-3046
Cost: $75.00 per person
Ticket Phone: (812) 378-3046
Communities: Columbus

Bloomington Winter Farmers Market

11 Feb 2012 14:00:00 GMT

Harmony School Gym
909 East 2nd St.
Bloomington, IN 47401
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9am – 12pm

This is a recurring event. The winter market is every Saturday from Dec. 3 to March 31 (except closed on 12/24 & 12/31).

Presenter: Melanie Frank
Contact: wintermarket@localgrowers.org
Cost: FREE
Communities: Bloomington, Statewide
More info: localgrowers.org…

CSA Day

11 Feb 2012 14:00:00 GMT

Harmony School
909 E. 2nd St
Bloomington, IN
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9am – 12pm

During the Bloomington Winter Farmers Market, The Local Growers Guild is providing a forum for local farmers to present their CSA subscription programs for the 2012 growing season.

Presenter: Local Growers Guild
Contact: Vanessa Caruso
Age Range: All Ages
Cost: Free
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.localgrowers.org…

Legislative Update

11 Feb 2012 14:30:00 GMT

Monroe County Public Library Auditorium
Bloomington, IN
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:30 – 11am

The public is invited to attend a Legislative Update where local area legislators will discuss current developments in the Indiana General Assembly, and will take questions from the audience.

The session is sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Bloomington-Monroe County.

Presenter: League of Women Voters of Bloomington-Monroe County
Contact: Liz Feitl (lizfeitl@bluemarble.net)
Cost: Free and open to the public
Communities: Bloomington

Healing Your Image of God, Christian Retreat

11 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Trinity Episcopal Church
Bloomington, IN
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10am – 4pm

Best-selling author Matt Linn, S.J. will lead a retreat of spiritual healing for those who want to deepen their relationship with God and for those who need to know a God of love, not a vengeful, punishing God. All denominations are welcome. The focus will be on God as the infinitely loving parent of all humanity who gives us peace. Fr. Linn has led retreats in over 50 countries. The retreat is based on the best-selling book "Good Goats: Healing Your Image of God."

Presenter: Fr. Matt Linn, S.J. (best-selling author)
Contact: 8126502458
Age Range: Adults
Cost: $10, scholarships available, available at door
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.spiritualhealingbloomington.org

Winter Tree ID Workshop

11 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Brown County State Park
Lower shelter house
Nashville, IN
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10am – 12pm

This event is free but park admission is charged at the gate. Please register.

Presenter: Jim Eagleman, Dan McGuckin, Dan Shaver
Contact: 812-988-5240
Age Range: All Ages
Cost: FREE
Communities: Brown County
More info: www.bcnwp.org

Alef Ba (Exploratory Arabic)

11 Feb 2012 15:30:00 GMT

Monroe County Public Library
Play and Learn Space
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:30 – 11:30am

Preschoolers with caregivers are welcome to join us as we explore Arabic through games, song and play.

Age Range: Children
Cost: Free
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.indiana.edu…

Zumba with the Zetas: Help Your Heart

11 Feb 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Panache Dance Studio
325 E. Winslow Road
Bloomington, IN
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 11am – 1pm

Proceeds to benefit American Heart Association & American Diabetes Association

Presenter: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
Contact: Susan Johnson
Cost: $10
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.bloomingtongradzetas.com

Partner Prenatal Yoga

11 Feb 2012 17:45:00 GMT

Bloomington Area Birth Services
2458 S. Walnut Street
Bloomington, IN
47403
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:45 – 2pm

In this partner yoga class, couples will support each other in poses while breathing together to help deepen the connection to each other and the baby. Please call to register.

Saturdays, February 4 & 11, 12:45 - 2. Join one or both classes.
Cost: $20/couple each class.

Presenter: Samantha King
Contact: 812-337-8121
Age Range: Adults
Cost: $20/couple per class
Communities: Bloomington
More info: bloomingtonbirth.org

ESSE QUAM VIDERI muslim self portraits. Community Workshop-“Portraits of Bloomington.”

11 Feb 2012 18:30:00 GMT

Mathers Museum of World Cultures
Bloomington, IN
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 1:30 – 3:30pm

Artist Todd Drake will lead a free community workshop at the Mathers Museum of World Cultures on “Portraits of Bloomington.” Participants may bring their cameras and take pictures of themselves and others as they consider how people view them as opposed to how they view themselves.

Presenter: Mathers Museum of World Cultures
Contact: mathers@indiana.edu
Age Range: All Ages
Cost: Free
Communities: Bloomington

Kids Instrument Petting Zoo

11 Feb 2012 19:00:00 GMT

The Kokomo Country Club
Kokomo, IN
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 2 – 3:30pm

The Kokomo Symphony Youth and The Kokomo Country Club are partnering to provide this free event to kids in our community. All ages are welcome.

For more information, call 765-236-0251 or e-mail kokomosymphony@sbcglobal.net.

This program is partially funded by a grant from the Kokomo Community Arts Commission.

Presenter: Kokomo Youth Symphony and The Kokomo Country Club
Contact: Lindsay Ousley
Cost: Free
Ticket Phone: 765-236-0251
Communities: Kokomo

Bill W. and Dr. Bob

11 Feb 2012 20:00:00 GMT

Ivy Tech John Waldron Arts Center
Bloomington, IN
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 3 – 5pm

Cardinal Stage Company presents the story of the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous, Bill W.

Presenter: Cardinal Stage Company
Contact: info@cardinalstage.org
Cost: Adult $21.50-$26.50. Children 12 and under and students $10.
Ticket Phone: 812-323-3020
Ticket Web Link: www.cardinalstage.org…
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.cardinalstage.org

Holiday

11 Feb 2012 20:00:00 GMT

IU Cinema
1213 E. 7th St.
Bloomington IN 47405
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 3 – 5pm

Director George Cukor collaborated with Cary Grant and Katherine Hepburn in The Philadelphia Story, but the renown of that film often overshadows their earlier collaboration, Holiday. Grant plays Johnny Chase, a man who has elevated himself from humble beginnings to wealth and stature.

An introduction is being provided by Landon Palmer, PhD Candidate in the Department of Communication and Culture.

(35mm presentation)

Presenter: Landon Palmer
Contact: iucinema@indiana.edu
Cost: Free
Directed By: George Cukor
MPAA Rating: Not Rated
Ticket Phone: 812-855-1103
Ticket Web Link: www.iuauditorium.com…
Communities: Bloomington
More info: www.cinema.indiana.edu…

Paint-the-Town: Moonlight Serenade

11 Feb 2012 20:30:00 GMT

Dakota Ridge Restaurant
1400 Shields Ave.
Seymour, IN 47274
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 3:30 – 6:30pm

The Southern Indiana Center for the Arts is offering a special Valentine edition of their popular Paint the Town social painting event. Couples are invited to come together and paint two different paintings that will fit together and create one piece of art called Moonlight Serenade. All supplies for the project are provided. Paint the Town was designed to allow artists of all skill levels to paint a complete picture in a social atmosphere at a pARTnering area business. Coaches will be present to help. Absolutely no artistic experience or talent is required. All pairs are welcome - even if they are not couples - including friends and family. Space is limited and reservations are required.

Presenter: Southern Indiana Center for the Arts
Contact: 812-522-2278 or sicatreasurer@frontier.com
Age Range: Adults
Cost: SICA Members: $45/couple; Non-members: $55/couple
Communities: Seymour
More info: www.soinart.com