Create your own custom light saber that doesn’t require a laser. Participants will use soft pool noodles and other craft supplies to make a simple glowing light saber, and will be able to test their skills on our Jedi Light Saber course! (drop-in program)
For low- and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those age 60 and older.
Team Trivia with prizes, if your team can beat mine.
The Buskirk-Chumley Theater is proud to present An Affair to Remember on Tuesday, February 14th at 7pm. All tickets are $5 and can be purchased at buskirkchumley.org, at 812-323-3020, or at the BCT Box Office and Downtown Visitors Center at 114 E. Kirkwood Ave.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Cary Grant and Deborah Kerr as they fall in love on the big screen. Can Nickie Ferrante mend his playboy ways? Will Terry McKay give up her dependable boyfriend for a man who’s never worked for a living? Who will appear at the top of the Empire State Building after six long months?
A remake of the 1939 film Love Affair and referenced throughout Sleepless in Seattle, this film was nominated for four Academy Awards and is listed as #5 on the American Film Institute’s list of 100 Greatest Love Stories. Enjoy it again on the big screen.
It is said that young children experience the world and express themselves in a “hundred languages.” Discovery Time utilizes a broad array of these learning languages – including music, art, stories, and creative movement – to connect children to science. Children ages 3 to 6 are developing increasingly complex theories about the world, rapidly gaining language, and learning to work with others. Discovery Time activities are designed by early childhood specialists specifically to nurture and challenge the rapid development of preschool-aged children in a fun and safe learning environment.
Age Group: Recommended for children ages 3 to 6. Siblings welcome.
Location: Lab A or WonderGarden, weather permitting
Cost: Ticketed, but FREE with museum admission
Presenter: Cathi Barzilauskas R.N.
Join us for a healthy heart program for women lead by Cathi Barzilauskas, an I.U. Health Registered Nurse. Learn the signs and symptoms of a heart attack or heart failure. Discussion will include risk factors that increase your chances of having heart disease and healthy target figures for blood sugar, blood pressure and weight. Meet at the Brown County Public Library February 15th from 2:30 to 4pm. If you have any questions feel free to call the library at 812-988-2850.
Science Sprouts is a new weekly science enrichment program designed especially for toddlers and their families. Toddlers are natural scientists, and Science Sprouts is a time for them to explore, experiment, and build skills ranging from physical development to social emotional development. Science Sprouts activities are designed and facilitated by early childhood specialists and involve hands-on exploration, live music, body movement, and a commitment to accurate science!
Age Group: Recommended for children under 3. Pre-walkers welcome. Siblings welcome.
Location: Lab A or WonderGarden, weather permitting
Cost: Ticketed, but FREE with museum admission
We’ll work on drainage and a trail extension through a new portion of the preserve.
The Bloomington High School North Chapter of Habitat for Humanity cordially invites you to join us
for our annual “Evening for Habitat” dinner and auction on Thursday, February 16th from 6PM-9PM at the Bloomington Convention Center. The money raised at this event goes solely toward building North’s 17th house in 17 years for Monroe County Habitat for Humanity! Tickets are $40.00 a person and includes dinner, silent and live auctions, wine wall, and games. Purchase your tickets by February 9th. Tickets are available online at: https://monroecountyhabitat.org/volunteer-2/evening4hab/ or contact Geoff Aiken at [email protected].
Marc Tschida, who recently left as Production Manager of Cardinal Stage Company to devote full time to his art of making and selling wonderful wooden puzzles, had an important item on his bucket list. Marc realized that his terrifying childhood experience of Jaws had left him with a phobia of open water, ocean or lake. He knew that he had to stand up to his fear, face to face, in the water, to put it all to rest (being no fool, in a diving cage of course).
To fund this therapy, Marc created a wonderful shark puzzle, and devoted all of his income from that puzzle, for one year, to pay for his trip. It took him to Guadalupe, an island 200 miles off the coast of Mexico. In the course of this adventure, Marc was in the water with not just one, but no less than 18 Great Whites.
On Tuesday, February 21th, beginning at 5:30p.m. at The Venue, you can see Marc’s presentation of his experience in photos and video, and hear his narrative. He will leave it to you to measure his success in burying his demons.
Join us.
Meet and mingle with Monroe County movers and shakers and history lovers during cocktail hour, dance along to the Blair Carmen Band, and bid on one-of-a-kind items in the silent auction. Following dinner, hear from native Bloomingtonian Angelo Pizzo, award-winning screenwriter and producer best known for the films Hoosiers and Rudy.
We are a Prince Tribute Band dedicated to bringing the funk of his royal purpleness to the masses. We love the Purple Yoda from Minnesota!
Want to keep getting your favorite market goods all winter? The Bloomington Winter Farmers’ Market has over 30 vendors with a diversity of produce, meats, eggs, dairy, soaps, flowers, plants, mushrooms, honey, syrup, prepared foods, and holiday items. Come for breakfast, live music, and a great variety of local vendors. For more info, check out the website (bloomingtonwinterfarmersmarket.com), like us on Facebook, or email mailto:[email protected].
Bloomington Thrift Shop is offering a 50% off total purchase for shoppers 55yr old or older, every Saturday in February. Limit one discount per day. Visit us on Facebook and at www.bloomingtonthriftshop.com.
State Party Chairman John Zody will be in town, as he engages Democrats throughout Indiana in conversation regarding the future of the party in the Hoosier State. All welcome.
Join us in singing wonderful beautiful songs of love, beauty, play, wonder…
Everyone and all voices are welcome. Questions? E-mail [email protected]
Come to Spring Mill Village to witness our winter battle! Meet the soldiers, learn about hardness associated with this time of year for Civil War soldiers, warm up by the fireplaces, and watch the battle.
11:30 am – 3 pm: Village is open
2 pm: Battle takes place.
The Legend of Georgia McBride is “a highly entertaining, genuine crowd-pleaser!” It’s the story of a talented, but broke Elvis impersonator who discovers his true calling when a seasoned drag queen brings her show to town. Trade in your sequin jumpsuit for a fabulous sequin dress in this fierce, fabulous, “drag” of a show!
Gather with the past, present, and new Mt. Gilead community members. Join us at the home of James and Sara Farmer (on-site at the Mt. Gilead Retreat) for good food, conversation, and enjoying community.
Bring a dish to share with others. Grab a friend and forward this on to others. Kids are welcome!
Blue Hugh and the Quarry Dogs is a good time rock and roll band with an urban vibe. Born and raised in and around Chicago, “Blue Hugh” Kremer soaked up the music of the city before bringing a little bit with him to Bloomington to form Blue Hugh and the Colourtones back in the 20th century. His new band, the Quarry Dogs, is a tight, punchy five-piece group of top notch musicians. Russ Levitt – Bass Leif Madsen – Drums Dave Withered – Tenor sax, harp, various other Bob Tamborrino – Keyboards and alto sax Tyler Ferguson – Vocals and guitar Hugh Kremer – Vocals and guitar Blue Hugh and the Quarry Dogs plays covers and originals. Influences and set lists include Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes, the Dave Matthews Band, Little Feat, early Springsteen, The Rolling Stones, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and early J. Geils
Come to Spring Mill Village to witness our winter battle! Meet the soldiers, learn about hardness associated with this time of year for Civil War soldiers, warm up by the fireplaces, and watch the battle.
11:30 am – 3 pm: Village is open
2 pm: Battle takes place.
The Legend of Georgia McBride is “a highly entertaining, genuine crowd-pleaser!” It’s the story of a talented, but broke Elvis impersonator who discovers his true calling when a seasoned drag queen brings her show to town. Trade in your sequin jumpsuit for a fabulous sequin dress in this fierce, fabulous, “drag” of a show!
The event will feature handmade bowls from the Local Clay Potter’s Guild, and delicious soup, bread, and cookies from over 40 local restaurants.
The Islamic Center of Bloomington (ICOB) and the Openhearted Campaign cordially invite you for a casual evening of dinner and sharing at our second annual Openhearted Open House. We look forward to getting to know you through our interactive presentations (topics TBA). Parking is available at the Center and in the surrounding neighborhoods.
Dinner will be served in open buffet style all evening, and presentations will be take place around 5:30 pm, 6:00 pm, and 7:00pm. You will also be invited to observe us praying the sunset prayer at 6:45 pm, learn more about how we are involved in the Bloomington community, and talk and share with your Muslim neighbors, iA! We can’t wait to see you there!
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Katy Guillen and The Girls may have deep roots in the blues, thanks to leader Guillen’s considerable skills and long history as a blues guitarist, but this trio—Guillen (guitar, vocals), Claire Adams (bass, vocals), and Stephanie Williams (drums)—brings a wide range of talents and tastes to the band’s sound. Guillen’s searing and lively licks, William’s heavy, driving drums, and Adams’s rock-solid bass create a dense sonic background for Guillen’s honest and powerful lyrics, delivered with soul and verve and complemented by Adams’s intense harmonies.
Starting January 16, Moms’ Monday, our new moms group, will be held in The Baby Space at the Monroe County Library on every first and third Monday of the month from 10 am to noon. This space is a separate, fully enclosed room designed just for the needs of babies who are not yet walking, and their caregivers.
This group is a drop-in style. It is open to moms and their babies who are not yet walking. Please note that older children are not permitted in The Baby Space.
For low- and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those age 60 and older.
Team Trivia with prizes, if your team can beat mine.
Juannita’s is proud to bring authentic Mexican food to Bloomington. At the heart of our business is our family. Abuela Juannita, our namesake, has lovingly shared her recipes and we’re entirely family owned and operated. Try the mole poblano, molote, banana leaf tamales, or melt-in-your-mouth chile rellenos. Enjoy natural hand-squeezed lime margaritas and pina coladas, $ 3.00 off on Tuesdays! So, make plans with family and friends to sample the cuisine and ensure a donation to Friends of the Library at the same time! Pick up a flyer at the Monroe County Library in Bloomington or Ellettsville or download a copy from http://www.mcpl.info/friends and present it when you pay your bill. Juannita’s will donate 20% of your total check to Friends of the Library. All proceeds go to fund the numerous and much used programs offered at your library! The offer is valid for lunch and dinner!
As part of our plan to honor “Hometown Heroes,” Forrest Gilmore, director of the Shalom Center, will speak about homelessness in our community. The public is invited to attend.
For low- and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those age 60 and older.
Contact: Laurie Ringquist. 812-349-3870, [email protected]
The Animal Control Commission is a citizen’s commission charged with:
- Formulating, adopting and implementing policies, principles, and standards for humane treatment and control of all animals in the city.
- Reviewing the decisions and actions of the senior animal control officer in any matter related to the enforcement of chapter 2.12.010 of the Bloomington Municipal Code.
- Making recommendations to the mayor of the city as to necessary ordinances concerning the care, treatment and control of animals.
Contact: Nancy Woolery. 812-349-3851, [email protected]
The purpose of the Commission shall be to promote connections in our community which empower, enhance and nurture children and youth. The Commission will access resources and information to make recommendations to people and organizations with authority to create and support systems that encourage healthy development of children and youth.
Aims and goals:
- Identify and assess needs, resources and services relating to children andyouth;
- Encourage collaboration between local agencies, schools, businesses and individuals;
- Monitor legislative developments relating to children and youth;
- Encourage local, State and federal legislation that will improve the lives of children and youth;
- Empower children and youth to have a stronger voice in our community;
- Empower children and youth to reach their full potential;
- Report assessments and make recommendations; and
- Celebrate successes.
Formerly the Community and Family Resources Commission.
Team Trivia with prizes, if your team can beat mine.
Join Tullamore D.E.W. Brand Ambassador Jane Maher in celebrating an age-old Irish tradition of a ‘pint and a drop’ with Bloomington’s own Upland Brewing Co. The cross-country D.E.W. and a Brew Tour, sponsored by Time Out Magazine, will be featuring drink specials for guests to explore their favorite beer and triple-distilled Irish Whiskey at The Irish Lion Bar & Restaurant. Upland Brewing Co. is one of 22 different breweries selected throughout the country to participate in The D.E.W. and a Brew Tour.