Astronomy on Tap Bloomington is a casual, all-ages event for anyone with an interest in outer space. We will feature a couple of talks from members of the IU Astronomy department, play “astronomy bingo” (with prizes!), and hand out eclipse viewers in anticipation of the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8.
Intro lesson at 7:00 pm
Just message us on social media, or contact us on our website to get more info about signing up. WALK-UPS ARE ALSO WELCOME!!
Please register if you are interested.
This session is designed to help attendees develop a basic appreciation for what happens when a brain is changing due to some form of dementia, versus other factors, such as normal aging or a high-stress lifestyle. Age 18 and up.
Explore the many ways in which food should NOT go together. Our staff will mix up some truly disgusting dishes involving marshmallow chicks, candy eggs, and more—and eat them, of course! Don’t worry—extra waste bins will be on-hand.
The event will feature artist Cullinan, who will be available to discuss her works, as well as remarks from Indiana University faculty members. The opening of this exhibit will be the first showing of Cullinan’s work in the United States and features several recently completed works that have never been on display. This exhibition invites viewers to witness a visual testament that blends cultural influences, personal reflections, and a profound connection to the natural as a source of divine spirituality.
Host band plays 7pm-8pm, Jam runs 8pm-10pm
Director Priyanka Das will re-familiarize you with the experience of otherness, her films stunning visual journeys in search of a definition of oneself among others.
Tickets for this performance can no longer be booked online. Walk up tickets may be available at the door (subject to availability).
Monty Python meets Noises Off in this slapstick farce!
Learn what to expect from the upcoming total solar eclipse (and the people coming to Monroe County to see it) on April 8, how eclipses occur, and how to view it safely. There will be eclipse-related crafts and activities. All ages.
Resilience Productions presents a new Remarkable Women production, written by Gladys DeVane in collaboration with and directed by Danielle Bruce. With a gifted mind and unrelenting determination, that is how Rev. Dr. Pauli Murray met every one of life’s obstacles. Take a glimpse into the life of this 20th-century trailblazer, gifted scholar, visionary writer, and fearless champion of truth and justice.
Tickets for this performance can no longer be booked online. Walk up tickets may be available at the door (subject to availability).
Monty Python meets Noises Off in this slapstick farce!
This event is open to the public and will feature live music, dancing, and hands-on activities from around the world! Food trucks will be provided for lunch.
This 2 hour, beginner friendly, free parkour workshop is a way to start your journey of mastering movement! This seminar is intended for everyone, and is meant to be a good “jumping on” point for people who’ve always been curious about Parkour or interested in trying something new.
1885. Peerless cook Eugenie (Juliette Binoche) has worked for the famous gourmet Dodin (Benoît Magimel) for the last 20 years. As time went by, the practice of gastronomy and mutual admiration turned into a romantic relationship. Their association gives rise to dishes, one more delicious than the next, that confound even the world’s most illustrious chefs. But Eugenie is fond of her freedom and has never wanted to marry Dodin. So, he decides to do something he has never done before: cook for her.
Tickets for this performance can no longer be booked online. Walk up tickets may be available at the door (subject to availability).
Monty Python meets Noises Off in this slapstick farce!
Learn what to expect from the upcoming total solar eclipse (and the people coming to Monroe County to see it) on April 8, how eclipses occur, and how to view it safely. There will be eclipse-related crafts and activities. All ages.
With its vignettes of communities desperate for prison jobs, people paying huge fines for minor offenses, and more, Brett Story’s film weaves a portrait of a culture where jail is part of daily life. Q&A with the filmmaker to follow.
About The Prison in Twelve Landscapes
The Prison in Twelve Landscapes unveils the hidden consequences of the prison system in America. Through a journey across 12 diverse landscapes, director Brett Story reveals the profound and often overlooked impact of incarceration on society. Through poignant personal accounts and striking visuals, the film delves into the lives of those affected, exposing the ramifications on communities, economics, and individual lives. This exploration challenges viewers to confront the harsh realities of mass incarceration and sparks a compelling call for change.
Sara Nodjoumi delves into the mystery surrounding the disappearance of more than 100 “treasonous” paintings by her father, seminal Iranian modern artist Nickzad “Nicky” Nodjoumi in this real-life fascinating family drama/political thriller.
Nickzad Nodjoumi joined the Islamic Revolution, making paintings and posters criticizing the Shah’s regime. In1980, the painter fled his home country following the vandalization of his solo exhibition, “Report on the Revolution,” and its subsequent shutdown by Islamic radicals at the Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art. Decades later, as Iran is once again embroiled in protests following the suppression and killing of Iranian women and activists at the hands of Iran’s “morality police,” the renowned artist and his daughter attempt to track down the missing paintings in hopes of reclaiming them. During the search, Sara, drawing on disarmingly frank conversations with both her father and mother, celebrated artist Nahid Hagigat, and grappling with complex feelings and mysteries tied to her own upbringing, traces a timeline of events to understand the circumstances that led to her homeland’s perpetual state of political turmoil and to her parents’ personal estrangement.
For the past year, Sandra (Sandra Hüller), her husband Samuel, and their eleven-year-old son Daniel have lived a secluded life in a remote town in the French Alps. When Samuel is found dead in the snow below their chalet, the police question whether he was murdered or committed suicide. Samuel’s suspicious death is presumed murder, and Sandra becomes the main suspect. What follows is not just an investigation into the circumstances of Samuel’s death but an unsettling psychological journey into the depths of Sandra and Samuel’s conflicted relationship.
A special pre-show party featuring a strolling dinner, entertainment, and activities before a performance of The Play That Goes Wrong, Constellation’s spring farce that’s literally going to bring down the house! A reception at 5:30 and performance at 7:30.
Resilience Productions presents a new Remarkable Women production, written by Gladys DeVane in collaboration with and directed by Danielle Bruce. With a gifted mind and unrelenting determination, that is how Rev. Dr. Pauli Murray met every one of life’s obstacles. Take a glimpse into the life of this 20th-century trailblazer, gifted scholar, visionary writer, and fearless champion of truth and justice.
A concert series featuring experimental music and explorations of sound, occurring every 4th Saturday of the month!
Tickets for this performance can no longer be booked online. Walk up tickets may be available at the door (subject to availability).
Monty Python meets Noises Off in this slapstick farce!
Dr Kristen Jozkowski, Yarber Professor of Sexual Health, School of Public Health will speak on Sunday, March 24th at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Bloomington from 12-1:30 on Complexity in Abortion Attitudes: Stats and Stories. Q & A will follow the presentation.
Won’t you please join us?
1885. Peerless cook Eugenie (Juliette Binoche) has worked for the famous gourmet Dodin (Benoît Magimel) for the last 20 years. As time went by, the practice of gastronomy and mutual admiration turned into a romantic relationship. Their association gives rise to dishes, one more delicious than the next, that confound even the world’s most illustrious chefs. But Eugenie is fond of her freedom and has never wanted to marry Dodin. So, he decides to do something he has never done before: cook for her.
Tickets for this performance can no longer be booked online. Walk up tickets may be available at the door (subject to availability).
Monty Python meets Noises Off in this slapstick farce!
This FREE event draws hundreds of area singers (and listeners) who come together to sing Parts Two and Three of Handel’s beloved oratorio, Messiah. The singers and orchestra will be led by BCS Artistic Director Dr. Gerald Sousa!
Sara Nodjoumi delves into the mystery surrounding the disappearance of more than 100 “treasonous” paintings by her father, seminal Iranian modern artist Nickzad “Nicky” Nodjoumi in this real-life fascinating family drama/political thriller.
Nickzad Nodjoumi joined the Islamic Revolution, making paintings and posters criticizing the Shah’s regime. In1980, the painter fled his home country following the vandalization of his solo exhibition, “Report on the Revolution,” and its subsequent shutdown by Islamic radicals at the Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art. Decades later, as Iran is once again embroiled in protests following the suppression and killing of Iranian women and activists at the hands of Iran’s “morality police,” the renowned artist and his daughter attempt to track down the missing paintings in hopes of reclaiming them. During the search, Sara, drawing on disarmingly frank conversations with both her father and mother, celebrated artist Nahid Hagigat, and grappling with complex feelings and mysteries tied to her own upbringing, traces a timeline of events to understand the circumstances that led to her homeland’s perpetual state of political turmoil and to her parents’ personal estrangement.
Join us for an evening of eclipse-themed fun alongside musicians, dancers, and visiting lecturer Dr. Gabriel Lubell from the Jacobs School of Music!
Explore the beauty of our place in the solar system through the creative expression of music and dance, woven together by the science of a total solar eclipse. Prepare to be both informed and inspired!
This event is open to all ages. Registration is free but required. Eclipse glasses are included with registration.
For the past year, Sandra (Sandra Hüller), her husband Samuel, and their eleven-year-old son Daniel have lived a secluded life in a remote town in the French Alps. When Samuel is found dead in the snow below their chalet, the police question whether he was murdered or committed suicide. Samuel’s suspicious death is presumed murder, and Sandra becomes the main suspect. What follows is not just an investigation into the circumstances of Samuel’s death but an unsettling psychological journey into the depths of Sandra and Samuel’s conflicted relationship.
Potluck at 5pm, Music at 6pm
Help us spice things up in this event with hot questions and even hotter sauces. Join us for a Hot Ones-style interview where you’ll get a chance to help interrogate featured MCPL staff members. You’ll watch them attempt to answer some tough questions while they taste some sizzling sauces. With increasingly hot sauces and an inferno of pain, you won’t want to miss it!
This month’s featured guest is Library Assistant Danny Price. Join us as we watch Danny sweat both literally and figuratively while he attempts to answer our difficult questions. Ages 12–19.
Novel Horizons is not a traditional book club, and there are no mandatory readings. Instead, in this low-stress club, you will read, watch, play, or listen to media that follows a specific theme. This month’s theme is utopia and dystopia. Drinks and snacks will be provided. Age 18 and up; recommended for ages 18–32.
This is a four-part series that introduces the basics of making a quilt. Topics covered will include: parts of the quilt, fabric selection, sewing basics, and cutting and piecing. This series assumes no previous sewing experience and uses no special equipment. At the end of the series, you will have completed two small projects. All supplies will be provided. Age 16 and up.