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Registration is requested Don’t always get the book read? This book club is for you. Dive into short stories and novellas of all genres. This month’s selection is “The Life of Chuck” by Stephen King.
fun + original trivia hosted by Josh Johnson of Bloomington Pub Quiz, the longest-running local trivia.
Every 2nd and 4th Wednesdays!
Beginner lesson 7-7:30pm
Dance 7:30-9:30pm
Based on true events, Kinky Boots follows the journey of two people with nothing in common—or so they think. The unlikely pair find that they have more in common than they realized and discover that you change the world when you change your mind.
The 2nd Annual Friends of the Library Valentine’s Sweet Sale features handmade treats and gifts — perfect for your sweetheart and great for supporting the Brown County Public Library.
Feel-Good Romance | 2:04 | A young man must complete his work at a Navy Officer Candidate School to become an aviator, with the help of a tough Gunnery Sergeant and his new girlfriend.
New English speakers will practice everyday language skills while crafting.
More info here https://wonderlab.org
Registration is requested. Come paint an animal while wearing color-filtering glasses that change your perception of colors!
Enjoy Practicing and Exploring new art styles?
Curious to collaborate and learn with other Artists?
Don’t miss your chance to explore art through a
different medium with Noga & Friends!
To RSVP, email [email protected]
Turn your veggie scraps and simple ingredients into rich, nourishing broths! A great way to reduce food waste!
Register in the pantry or at mhcfoodpantry.org/education
Night Market is a monthly event occurring on the 2nd Thursday from 5-10pm. Local vendors, free pinball, and happy hour specials make for a fun evening at the Orbit Room. All ages with an outdoor patio during appropriate weather. Find that special gift that you have been looking for or come to discover the talented people that are right here in your city.
Support the Library while eating local! Dine Out at designated locations and a percentage of your tab will go toward Friends of the Library fundraising for MCPL programs.
This dynamic duo plays both originals and covers, with a fun stage presence and stories to share about their music and adventures.
You’re invited to join Janet Eger from the White River Forestry Committee to hone your skills in identifying trees in winter. Participants are encouraged to attend both the classroom (Thursday, 2/12) and outdoor (Saturday, 2/14) sessions of the workshop, but those who are able to attend only one session will still get value from the class.
In this first session session, Eger will describe ways to distinguish different species of trees without their leaves. Participants will compare the bark, buds, nuts, and seeds of common trees to compare different species.
Presented by La Jolla Booking Agency.
Carol White, a Los Angeles housewife, begins having serious allergic reactions to everyday chemicals, transforming the safety of her existence into a terror of everyday life. When she is diagnosed with an immunity disorder and sets off to New Mexico for treatment, Carol’s journey turns inward. Todd Haynes’ chilling, mesmerizing, and critically acclaimed film has been restored in 4K for its recent 20th anniversary. [119 min; drama; English]
Dare to uncover the terrifying secrets of the Ouija board in this spine-chilling theatrical experience. As the magic-filled séance begins, you’ll find yourself surrounded by the eerie remnants of the original Ouija board factory—still haunted by the untimely death of its inventor in 1927. As the spirits awaken, will you unlock the dark secrets of the past or become trapped in their world forever?
Starring Rob Zabrecky, two-time Stage Magician of the Year and resident séance specialist for the Magic Castle.
Recommended for ages 13+.
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!
Celebrate Black History Month with Cicada and IU’s Black Film Center & Archive as we screen the classic Blaxploitation film CLEOPATRA JONES (1973). Featuring a special introduction to the film by BFCA Director Novotny Lawrence!
Synopsis: International supermodel by day, super fly secret agent by night, Cleo is all woman, a fast-footed fashion icon unafraid of kicking a little ass to clean up her community! She packs heat, drives fast cars, and is ready to kung fu her way through the villainous machinations of Mommy, leader of an underground drug ring poisoning Cleo’s neighborhood. Don’t miss you chance to see this exciting, iconic celebration of Black feminism in action!
Registration is required at sycamorelandtrust.org/events.
Which animals live in our local ecosystems, and what clues do they leave behind? Join us for a hands-on exploration of bones, shells, antlers, paw prints, and owl pellets. Children will observe and compare real animal skulls to learn how different species survive in the wild. We will investigate tracks, match bones to animals, and pick apart owl pellets to uncover the circle of life!
More info here https://wonderlab.org
Linda Storm, piano, and Connie Shakalis, vocals & jokals, will present their program, “2 Women, 12 Songs”. Sondheim, Guettel, Rodgers & Hart, Victor Herbert, Jerome Kern, Ira Gershwin, and more.
More info here https://wonderlab.org
Come celebrate with us this Friday with waffles and more from Self-Titled Vegetarian Kitchen!
Join the resident artists of the Art Sanctuary of Indiana as they host monthly Open Studios Nights on the second Friday of each month, from 6 to 9 pm. Artists will be on hand to answer questions about their work. Be sure to head down to the lower gallery as well to enjoy live music from local musicians!
It’s the perfect excuse to enjoy dinner at a downtown eatery, then tour working artist studios!
Cozy up, pick up a needle, and let’s make something. Knit Night happens every second Friday and it’s all about stitches, snacks, and laughs. Beginners, pros, or people who just want to watch yarn do its thing . All welcome. Bring your project, start a new one, or just sit at the table and soak in the cozy vibes. Tips, tricks, and yarn jokes included.
Every week we’re offering a new craft night, so boredom is not invited. This is your ticket to slow down, make something with your hands, and maybe accidentally meet your new craft buddy. Quiet concentration optional. Giggles and “oops I dropped a stitch” moments encouraged. You might leave with a scarf, a tiny triumph, or just the satisfaction of having made something with your own two hands and shared it with a table full of humans who get it.
Winter is long. Knit Night is shorter than the nights feel. Come warm your hands, your brain, and your soul.
Synopsis: From the rich and textured imagination of Czech visionary Juraj Herz (The Cremator) comes his own vivid reimagining of a classic fairy tale in Beauty and the Beast. The film follows the innocent Julie and her experiences living under the watchful eye of Netvor, a bird-like being torn between his growing affection for her and his animalistic urge to kill. Gorgeously shot, intriguingly surreal, thrillingly sensual – Beauty and the Beas retells a beloved story in ways unlike any adaptation before or since.
Restored by Národní filmový archiv, Prague and Severin Films, supported by The Czech Audiovisual Fund.
Generously sponsored by Bloomington Rentals & Realty.
Doors at 6pm
Dust off your leather jackets, pull on your bobby-socks and get ready as “bad boy” Danny and “the girl next door” Sandy fall in love all over again, right here in Martinsville! Grease is a popular musical that tells the story of a group of high school students in the 1950s. The musical follows the lives of the students at Rydell High School as they navigate their way through love, friendship, and the challenges of growing up, all set to a memorable soundtrack.
Seamlessly recreating one of cinema’s most groundbreaking productions, Nouvelle Vague pays tribute to the French New Wave with infectious admiration. Following the creation of Jean-Luc Godard’s Breathless, Richard Linklater reanimates the spirits, passions, and icons of one of the most influential cinematic movements ever. [106 min; comedy, drama; French with English subtitles]
Open mic/jam–All ages
Come to listen–come to play.
Come to enjoy–come to share!
Sign up starts at 6:45 pm
15 min slots
All ages
Dare to uncover the terrifying secrets of the Ouija board in this spine-chilling theatrical experience. As the magic-filled séance begins, you’ll find yourself surrounded by the eerie remnants of the original Ouija board factory—still haunted by the untimely death of its inventor in 1927. As the spirits awaken, will you unlock the dark secrets of the past or become trapped in their world forever?
Starring Rob Zabrecky, two-time Stage Magician of the Year and resident séance specialist for the Magic Castle.
Recommended for ages 13+.
BARC meetings are free to everyone; all ages and backgrounds are invited. Meetings are usually the first non-holiday Friday of the month.
For more information please contact BARC President Tom Henderson, amateur radio call sign W9YW —317-250-4646 or [email protected].
Cristina Mariani is a stand-up comedian who can currently be seen performing across the nation as well as nightly at her home club COMEDY MOTHERSHIP in Austin, Texas. She made her comedy debut on episode 517 of the podcast KILL TONY and has completely taken off since, garnering millions of views online with her standup videos. Cristina has toured with Theo Von and opened for many other renowned comedians, such as Tom Segura, Christina Pazsitzky, Harland Williams, Ari Shaffir, Fahim Anwar, Pauly Shore, and even Grammy-nominated rapper Freddie Gibbs. She is currently a regular on Brian Redban’s famous SECRETSHOW, has appeared on FIRST DATE LIVE with Lauren Compton, and been on FUNNY UBER RIDES with Darren Levy. For more on Cristina, visit her Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube pages.
Improv Bloomington presents a night of fast-paced, unscripted comedy. Like the TV show “Whose Line Is It Anyway?”, everything is made up on the spot based on audience suggestions. Doors open at 7:00 PM and seating is general admission. The show is ticketed. Reserve your spot now at https://improvbloomington.com/
Doors at 7:00
You’re invited to arrive early for Opera Insights –A Pre-show talk on Dove’s “Mansfield Park” beginning at 6:30 in the lobby.
Join us to watch the new season of RuPaul’s Drag Race, this season features Ciara Myst, a drag queen from Indianapolis!
Do you remember the 1980s- early 2000s? This night is for you! Come roll with fellow grownups to some of the best music ever, every week Friday 9-11pm.
Two conspiracy-obsessed young men (Jesse Plemons, Aidan Delbis) kidnap the high-powered CEO of a major pharmaceutical company (Emma Stone), convinced that she is an alien intent on destroying planet Earth. Yorgos Lanthimos returns with an absurdist satirical comedy so maddeningly reflective of the current moment in its descent into hell, you may wonder if you didn’t accidentally stumble into watching a documentary. [118 min; comedy, drama, sci-fi, thriller; English]
Come dressed in your Valentine’s finest! This one is for the girls and the the gays, baby!!
DJ BABYSTAR will be up in the booth!
Folk, Latino
In this outdoor session (a classroom session took place on 2/12) , Eger will lead the group on a paved trail through the woods while the group practices identifying trees by comparing the differences in bark, twigs, nuts, and other characteristics. Participants who were unable to attend the 2/12 session will still get value from this outdoor workshop.
Acknowledging the history of Bloomington’s original Black Market while supporting today’s local entrepreneurs.
You’re invited to join us in the children’s department every Saturday morning for story hour! All are welcome!
Learn how to identify and avoid online threats and email scams.
February is a month for love and appreciation! We have a lot of stuff in our collection (museums call them objects and artifacts) that we love and appreciate – and you’ve probably seen only half of them. Come learn about the history of the objects in the Wylie House collections and create a zine with our images to tell your stories of love and appreciation.
Saturday Crafternoons are for families, students, and friends of all ages! Activities change monthly. Check the Wylie House Museum socials and website for updated information, parking information, and museum tour hours.
Drop in and bring any clothes or other textiles in need of repair; please clean the items first. Discardia will be on-hand to show you how to mend them or do it for you. All ages.
MarySue Veerkamp Schwab and Bill Schwab are a creative husband and wife team. They travel and paint together all over the world.
Bundle up and brave winter with us at Switchyard Park for a fun outdoor family challenge!
Re-imagine Switchyard Park Playground as an arctic wonderland through play and scavenger hunts. Read through the story and fill in the blanks by searching for clues throughout the playground and surrounding areas. When you’re finished, return your pencil for a prize! Enjoy other themed games and crafts while you’re there.
Join us to discuss writing, share our projects, and get inspiration from other teen writers.
Seamlessly recreating one of cinema’s most groundbreaking productions, Nouvelle Vague pays tribute to the French New Wave with infectious admiration. Following the creation of Jean-Luc Godard’s Breathless, Richard Linklater reanimates the spirits, passions, and icons of one of the most influential cinematic movements ever. [106 min; comedy, drama; French with English subtitles]
Doors at 5:30pm
Admission information at https://www.mitchelloperahouse.com/
Dust off your leather jackets, pull on your bobby-socks and get ready as “bad boy” Danny and “the girl next door” Sandy fall in love all over again, right here in Martinsville! Grease is a popular musical that tells the story of a group of high school students in the 1950s. The musical follows the lives of the students at Rydell High School as they navigate their way through love, friendship, and the challenges of growing up, all set to a memorable soundtrack.
Punch-Drunk Love crawled so Uncut Gems could walk! Paul Thomas Anderson’s foray into a romantic (and still dark!) comedy is about as chaotic and off-kilter as one might expect. Barry Egan (Adam Sandler, in his first dramatic starring role) is a small business owner with seven sisters whose abuse has kept him alone and unable to fall in love. When a harmonium and a mysterious woman enters his life (Emily Watson), his romantic journey begins, but not without an extortion side quest for the ages—enter Philip Seymour Hoffman in yet another small, but wildly impactful, role. Jon Brion (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Magnolia) helps fuel the narrative with a baroque, futurist score that helps Punch-Drunk Love channel “the spirit of classic Hollywood musicals and the whimsy of Jacques Tati into an idiosyncratic ode to the delirium of new romance” (Criterion Collection). [95 min; drama, comedy, romance; English]
Doors at 6pm
Cristina Mariani is a stand-up comedian who can currently be seen performing across the nation as well as nightly at her home club COMEDY MOTHERSHIP in Austin, Texas. She made her comedy debut on episode 517 of the podcast KILL TONY and has completely taken off since, garnering millions of views online with her standup videos. Cristina has toured with Theo Von and opened for many other renowned comedians, such as Tom Segura, Christina Pazsitzky, Harland Williams, Ari Shaffir, Fahim Anwar, Pauly Shore, and even Grammy-nominated rapper Freddie Gibbs. She is currently a regular on Brian Redban’s famous SECRETSHOW, has appeared on FIRST DATE LIVE with Lauren Compton, and been on FUNNY UBER RIDES with Darren Levy. For more on Cristina, visit her Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube pages.
Dare to uncover the terrifying secrets of the Ouija board in this spine-chilling theatrical experience. As the magic-filled séance begins, you’ll find yourself surrounded by the eerie remnants of the original Ouija board factory—still haunted by the untimely death of its inventor in 1927. As the spirits awaken, will you unlock the dark secrets of the past or become trapped in their world forever?
Starring Rob Zabrecky, two-time Stage Magician of the Year and resident séance specialist for the Magic Castle.
Recommended for ages 13+.
You’re invited to arrive early to hear Opera Insights – A Pre-show talk on Dove’s “Mansfield Park” in the lobby at 6:30.
Doors at 8pm
The new BASIC EP “Dream City” is a minimalist fusion of taut, experimentally-minded funk: think Bo Diddley with a chorus pedal, Yo La Tengo on a Congotronics bender, or The Pop Group gone chill. The trio of Chris Forysth (guitar), Mikel Patrick Avery (percussion, drum machine, electronics), and Douglas McCombs (Fender Bass VI), BASIC produced this three-track, 25-minute release over a two-day recording session in December, concluding an eventful 2024 for the group. The recordings were done fast and live, the three members cutting them together in a room at Philly’s Kawari Sound with minimal overdubs. And although just a trio these tunes sound like more than that. Ample detail is provided by the interlocking guitars and Avery’s unique combination of electronic beats and acoustic percussion that he treats and manipulates live with various self-built electronic processors.
Shortly after the release of their debut album “This Is BASIC,” OG Tortoise bassist McCombs joined the group, and along with Philly-based core members Forsyth (Solar Motel Band) and Avery (Natural Information Society), BASIC toured the record up and down the West Coast and throughout the Northeast and Midwest US
Twirlisha Devine Productions Presents B.D.E. Valentine Noir
Valentine Noir is coming to the Back Door on Saturday February 14th to cast a Valentine’s love spell you’ll never want to break free of! Get your tickets now to join this incredible cast for a sensual evening of drag and burlesque curated from the bottom of our sparkly Black hearts and naughty parts!! Starring, Dahlia Desire, Desiree Bouvier, Elle Ess Dee, Moiselle Boudreaux, and Sista Soilee.
Dance party at 11 with DEEP SENSE