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Big Head Todd and The Monsters have quietly become an American institution following three and a half decades of writing, recording, and touring (totaling over 3,500 performances). After countless sold out shows in amphitheaters and on the high seas, beaming their tunes to outer space (literally), earning the endorsement of everyone from Robert Plant to The Denver Broncos, and tallying tens of millions of streams, Big Head Todd and The Monsters cite the friendships formed in the crowd among their proudest accomplishments. Fast forward to 2021 and the Colorado quartet—Todd Park Mohr [vocals, guitar, keys, sax, harmonica], Brian Nevin [drums, percussion], Rob Squires [bass, vocals], and Jeremy Lawton [guitar, keys, vocals, steel guitar]—continue to unite audiences.
Black Opry is a home for Black artists and Black fans of country, blues, folk, and Americana music. Country music has been made by and loved by Black people since it’s conception. For just as long, we have been overlooked and disregarded in the genre by fans and executives.
Black Opry wants to change that. We invite you to discover, support and enjoy the Black artists that make magic in this space. One of the most valuable aspects of country music is its versatility and diversity in sound. Country, blues, folk, and Americana music often overlap or weave together- these artists explore all of those sounds and intersections. The Black Opry Revue showcases the diversity in sound and stories that Black artists offer to these genres.
This outrageous musical comedy follows the adventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word. With standing room only productions in London, on Broadway, and across North America, The Book of Mormon has truly become an international sensation. Contains explicit language.
Featuring both professional comedians from the midwest’s best Comedy scene right here in Bloomington as well as brand new folks trying out their 5 minutes for the first time- you never know what you’re going to get or who you’ll see!
Freezefest is a great opportunity to get out of the house this winter! Be dazzled by frozen art, explore downtown Bloomington, and create fun winter memories with your crew during this one-of-a-kind Bloomington festival. live ice carving demos by internationally-recognized sculptors, family activities, food truck and more at The Mill
New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the US, gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.
Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
Potluck at 6pm, Music at 7pm Mike OBerst w/ Eli Bedel- Mike of The Tillers from Cincinnati Oh. The dude knows all the songs, plays all the instruments and melts every heart. On this night he’s joined by his buddy Eli Bedel, who will surely be a new friend of the Switch.
Gravy Bird- Joe Mccadden Is a local favorite weirdo, he excels at traversing unknown soundscapes on a guitar ship. Bring a towel.
Chance D. Wagner- Its been a minute since we’ve had this folk hero at the Switch. Chance had studied all the magic of the banjo and the song stories of the hills. It will be great
Buskirk-Chumley presents HOWL’S MOVING CASTLE: Studio Ghibli at the BCT
01/20/2023, 7 p.m.
114 E. Kirkwood Ave., Bloomington, IN
Bloomington Roots has partnered with FAR Center for Contemporary Arts to launch the Hand Picked Music series at the 505 Theater. The series relaunched in September after being shut down by the pandemic. Hawktail will be kicking off the series’ new year on January 20th, followed by One for the Foxes on February 18th. Shows will begin at 7:30 PM with doors opening at 7 PM.
A visually stunning contemporary waltz through the life of Empress Elisabeth of Austria (Vicky Krieps), the beloved, restless, and occasionally scandalous 19th-century ruler.
It’s Christmastime, 1877, in the Austro-Hungarian capital of Vienna, and Empress Elisabeth is thrown into turmoil as she anticipates being considered an old woman–after all, she’s almost 40. She is feeling constricted: by her dysfunctional marriage to the emotionally distant Emperor Franz Joseph, by her largely ceremonial public appearances, and by the corset that gives this film its title.
Vicky Krieps (Phantom Thread) won Best Actress at this year’s Cannes Film Festival for her performance as a woman who rebels against the stifling conformity of her stuffy, unfulfilling lifestyle.
One of your fav local kings, Oliver Closeoff is bringing you BEYOND THE BINARY!
Starring:
Tristyn
Vivika Darko
Jayce of Spades
+ special guest: King Icarus
Freezefest is a great opportunity to get out of the house this winter! Be dazzled by frozen art, explore downtown Bloomington, and create fun winter memories with your crew during this one-of-a-kind Bloomington festival. Live ice carving demos by internationally-recognized sculptors, family activities, food truck and more at The Mill.
New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the US, gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.
Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
Step into The Mill to escape the chilly air and warm up with delicious chili at the Chilly Cook-Off on Saturday, January 21. Plan to join the festivities at The Mill in between your Freezefest activities to sample the best chili recipes in town and a scooped ice cream dessert generously provided by Chocolate Moose (vegan option available). Up to 24 varieties of chili made by community cooks will be available to sample, including vegetarian options.
Think you can handle the hottest bowl of chili? You can enter the “Some Like it Hot” Chili Eating Contest at 12:30 p.m. during the Cook-Off.
The Chilly Cook-Off is an official Freezefest event benefiting United Way of Monroe County.
The inspirational true story of Jesse Brown, the first Black aviator in U.S. Navy history, and his enduring friendship with fellow fighter pilot Tom Hudner. Helping to turn the tide in the most brutal battle in the Korean War, their heroic sacrifices ultimately make them the Navy’s most celebrated wingmen.
Lotus Circle of Kindness. Short guided meditation, inspiration, short activity and snacks. Come join us for a positive time with your kids and family.
Everyone is welcome so bring your family and tell your friends! No experience is necessary. Led by Gen Kelsang Chokyi, Buddhist nun and Resident Teacher at KMC Bloomington.
In Ruben Östlund’s wickedly funny Palme d’Or winner, social hierarchy is turned upside down, revealing the tawdry relationship between power and beauty.
About Triangle of Sadness
Celebrity model couple Carl (Harris Dickinson) and Yaya (Charlbi Dean) are invited on a luxury cruise for the uber-rich, helmed by an unhinged boat captain (Woody Harrelson). What first appeared Instagrammable ends catastrophically, leaving the survivors stranded on a desert island and fighting for survival. [145 min; comedy, drama; English, Akan, Swedish, German, French, Greek, and Tagalog with English subtitles]
A visually stunning contemporary waltz through the life of Empress Elisabeth of Austria (Vicky Krieps), the beloved, restless, and occasionally scandalous 19th-century ruler.
It’s Christmastime, 1877, in the Austro-Hungarian capital of Vienna, and Empress Elisabeth is thrown into turmoil as she anticipates being considered an old woman–after all, she’s almost 40. She is feeling constricted: by her dysfunctional marriage to the emotionally distant Emperor Franz Joseph, by her largely ceremonial public appearances, and by the corset that gives this film its title.
Vicky Krieps (Phantom Thread) won Best Actress at this year’s Cannes Film Festival for her performance as a woman who rebels against the stifling conformity of her stuffy, unfulfilling lifestyle.
A rollicking, fun, furious farce where dockworker Mimi becomes embroiled in an increasingly complicated array of personal conflicts, juggling two demanding relationships while plotting to take revenge against the corrupt forces that ruined his life.
We’d love to welcome you into 2023 by taking you back to the early 2000’s! Your lovely host IDA KAY is bringing a stellar crew by:
ORIANA PERON
DESIREE BOUVIER
+ MOCHA DEBEAUTE
A visually stunning contemporary waltz through the life of Empress Elisabeth of Austria (Vicky Krieps), the beloved, restless, and occasionally scandalous 19th-century ruler.
It’s Christmastime, 1877, in the Austro-Hungarian capital of Vienna, and Empress Elisabeth is thrown into turmoil as she anticipates being considered an old woman–after all, she’s almost 40. She is feeling constricted: by her dysfunctional marriage to the emotionally distant Emperor Franz Joseph, by her largely ceremonial public appearances, and by the corset that gives this film its title.
Vicky Krieps (Phantom Thread) won Best Actress at this year’s Cannes Film Festival for her performance as a woman who rebels against the stifling conformity of her stuffy, unfulfilling lifestyle.
The inspirational true story of Jesse Brown, the first Black aviator in U.S. Navy history, and his enduring friendship with fellow fighter pilot Tom Hudner. Helping to turn the tide in the most brutal battle in the Korean War, their heroic sacrifices ultimately make them the Navy’s most celebrated wingmen.
New English speakers practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the US, gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.
Intermediate English skills suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in, no registration is needed.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information.
(Downtown Library, 2nd Floor)
Are you a teen artist looking to connect with your community? Join us to show off your work, chat with fellow artists, and do some crafts. This month, we’ll be making our own bowls made from marbled clay.
Learn to make your own artisan style sourdough. Sourdough is made with a few basic ingredients (flour, water & salt). Sourdough does require more time than a bread machine loaf or no-knead but it is very rewarding. Learn how to care for your starter, fold and shape your dough and how to get a nicely baked loaf in this workshop!
Join us for a half-hour introduction by Braver Angels of South-Central Indiana, with Blue leaning facilitator Miles Eddy and Red leaning facilitator Jeff Marks, followed by Q&A.
Braver Angels is a national grassroots, non-profit organization that seeks to depolarize American politics by transforming our attitudes towards each other. We work to heal the wounds between our partisan Red/Blue divides in the process of fostering and sustaining more civil communities. And we champion shared human values such as human dignity, respect, empathy, curiosity, contextual understanding, and deep listening. In so doing, we discover what it means to be truly ‘American’ together in these times
After the presentation we will be registering interested people for a January 29 Braver Angels workshop called “Skills for Bridging the Divide”
RSVP (free)
www.BraverAngelsIndiana.org/morgensterns
This event will now take place in Alumni Hall at the Indiana Memorial Union as a FREE general admission event on January 23 at 7 p.m. Doors will open at 6 p.m.
Those that purchased tickets to the IU Auditorium event are guaranteed a seat in the rows nearest the stage by showing their original ticket or confirmation email and arriving by 6:45 p.m. to Alumni Hall. After 6:45 p.m., the reserved section will open to anyone in attendance.
New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. The Book Club is reading The Girl from the Well by Rin Chupeco for this session. The title is also available on Hoopla.
Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
Registration is open Trouble is brewing in a small town and it’s up to you to save the townspeople. Can you find who’s killing the villagers before they find you?! Join us for a round of Blood on the Clocktower to find out. Food and drinks will be provided. Ages 12–19. Please register.
Tournament starts at 7:00pm
The MUDDY BOOTS DART & SOCIAL CLUB IS BACK!!
DOUBLES TOURNAMENT
Blind Draw.😎
Double Elimination.🎯🎯
Every Tuesday Night at Mikes 6-10pm.
Doors open at 6:00pm
Draw for partners at 6:55pm
Tournament starts at 7:00pm
Bragging rights only 🎯 There are no cash prizes at this time.
Four New Tournament Boards with lots of Space and League Quality Lighting.
As well as darts, cash bar, open, two free pool tables, and our beloved music (picking) circle. The kitchen will also be open unless otherwise posted.
Bring your darts, your musical instruments, and your friends.
Members, Friends, and all Friendly/Kind Dart Players are welcome to participate.
Newbies also welcomed. Darts and Kind Instruction will be provided.
Spectators are also most welcomed!!
Bertolucci’s stunning debut is an anti-fascist treatise starring Jean-Louis Trintignant as a Mussolini operative working to eliminate an old professor who fled Italy when the Fascists came to power.
About The Conformist/Il conformista
Marcello Clerici (Jean-Louis Trintignant) is a member of the secret police in Mussolini’s Fascist Italy. He and his new bride, Giulia (Stefania Sandrelli), travel to Paris for their honeymoon, where Marcello also plans to assassinate his former college professor, Luca Quadri (Enzo Tarascio), an outspoken anti-Fascist living in exile. But when Marcello meets the professor’s young wife, Anna (Dominique Sanda), both his romantic and political loyalties are tested. [113 min; drama; Italian with English subtitles]
Registration is encouraged, but not required.
Come and join the Golden Ager’s Club for people who want to stay young at heart. Presenter Deepa Shah will host a variety of activities, including movement sessions, brain-boosting games, stories, and discussions. All ages.
New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the US, gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.
Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).
Trivia consisting of three rounds of three different categories with prizes and fun galore.
Annual Meeting from 6 pm to 7:30 pm
Drop in, adventure through fantastic realms, then leave whenever you’d like. These sessions of Dungeons & Dragons are designed to be short, fun, and evolving adventures that anyone can play. All skill levels are welcome.
Join us for an artist talk with Liliana Guzmán on the connections between her series Next to Myself and Power Paola’s graphic novel-turned-film Virus Tropical.
About Artist Talk: Liliana Guzmán
This talk will take place in the IU Cinema Lower Lobby; the film adaptation of Virus Tropical will screen in the Cinema at 7pm following the talk.
Liliana Guzmán is a photographer and painter whose artwork entwines topics of the body, memory, sexuality, and the hidden landscapes of the self. In May of 2021, Liliana completed her MFA in Photography at the Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design at Indiana University Bloomington. Her photographic practice incorporates a wide range of techniques and mediums from film photography and alternative processes to digital photography, painting, and drawing. Through the recurring subject matter of hands, touch, and gesture, Liliana’s artwork expresses touch as not only a formative and intimate experience but as one that establishes both internal and external connections within ourselves and those around us.
Most recently, her series Next to Myself exhibited at the Amalie Rothschild Gallery in Baltimore, Maryland, in May of 2022. Upon receiving the Blue Sky Gallery Award from Photolucida’s Critical Mass 2022, Next to Myself will also be exhibited at the Blue Sky Gallery in Portland, Oregon, in April of this year and at Candela Gallery in Richmond, Virginia, in May. Next to Myself was also chosen in the 2021 Lenscratch Student Prize: 26 to Watch.
Puss in Boots discovers that his passion for adventure has taken its toll: he has burnt through eight of his nine lives. Puss sets out on an epic journey to find the mythical Last Wish and restore his nine lives.
Chi Gong Class, Thursday, January 26th at 7pm-8:30pm with Brian Boucher. Located in the Bodyworks Studio, Suite 122 in Fountain Square Mall. Sign-up and class info at www.bloomingtonbodyworks.com
From the start of childhood and into the years of her young adult life, Virus Tropical follows Paola as she encounters first loves, family dramas, and the bittersweet beauties of everyday life.
About Virus Tropical
Based on the graphic novel of the same name, Virus Tropical combines a detailed, unique, and lively animation style with a tender coming-of-age story of artist Paola Gaviria in the early days of finding her own voice. Gaviria is an artist, cartoonist, and illustrator. Born in Ecuador and raised in Colombia, she studied artistic expression at the University Javeriana in Cali and visual arts at Bellas Artes in Medellin, Colombia, and has written several graphic memoirs including Virus Tropical, Todo Va A Estar Bien, Nos Vamos, and QP (eramos nosotros). [97 min; animation, drama; Spanish with English subtitles]
Join us for our monthly Euchre tournament happening either the 3rd or 4th Tuesday of the month (depending on our Music Video Bingo)! This is a double-elimination style tournament with the chance to win gift cards.
No partner? No worries! If you are interested in playing, we have a random draw system that will partner you with someone (given we have enough people looking for partners). Day of registration starts at 6:00pm, closes at 7pm, and the first round starts at 7:15pm.
Pre-registration is encouraged, but now required.
Rules and style of play can be found here: https://switchyardbrewing.com/…/WELCOME-TO-EUCHRE-NIGHT…
Featuring both professional comedians from the midwest’s best Comedy scene right here in Bloomington as well as brand new folks trying out their 5 minutes for the first time- you never know what you’re going to get or who you’ll see!
During the early 1990s, San Francisco was the epicenter of body modification and gender nonconformity, with transgender pioneers like Patrick Califia and Tala Brandeis fighting for visibility, alongside the voice of a bold S/M community. Michelle Handelman’s provocative and pioneering documentary BloodSisters captures these queer outlaws in their zeitgeist moment, shot on digital video with an unfiltered rawness that mirrors the activism of the era. From pushy bottoms to macho femmes, BloodSisters immerses the viewer in the San Francisco leather dyke scene, shattering assumptions about gender and lesbian sexuality, while broadening the discussion about personal expressions of eroticism and their political implications. BloodSisters was attacked in congress by the American Family Association for its depictions of radical lesbian sexuality. Twenty-five years later, the film has become recognized as a treasured historical document of a movement that tore down barriers of sex, gender, and activism.
Bloomington’s favorite DJ MADDØG will be laying down beats alongside drag performances by Desiree Bouvier & Santana Sword for a very special 18+ Adult Skate Night!
Don’t be afraid to rock your most fabulous outfits!
Following Momma’s beloved 2020 LP Two of Me, which introduced the world to the symbiotic writing style and profound creative intuition of founders Etta Friedman and Allegra Weingarten, the band’s third studio album Household Name reveals an exciting new chapter marked by both personal and artistic growth. Now based in Brooklyn, New York, after relocating from hometown Los Angeles, the duo upgraded from GarageBand and took their time writing and recording in a proper studio alongside multi-instrumentalist/producer Aron Kobayashi Ritch and drummer Zach CapittiFenton. The resulting album, mastered by Grammy-winning engineer Emily Lazar, is a tightly-stitched collection that is magnetic and dynamic, and also marks their debut for Polyvinyl Record Co./Lucky Number—who signed Momma in the midst of the pandemic before the band members had even finished college. In chasing their idols and embracing personal storytelling, the band has skillfully carved out their own path. Household Name showcases an unfettered vulnerability elevated by serious alt-rock bombast, and is an album that tells the world: This is Momma.
New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Learners will enjoy friendly conversation, learn about daily life in the US, gain confidence, and meet new people from around the world.
Intermediate English skills are suggested. If you do not speak English, please fill out the VITAL Services form to learn about programs for beginners. Conversation Groups are drop-in and no registration is needed.
If you have not attended a VITAL program before, please stop by the office for more information (Downtown Library, second floor).