WFHB Community Calendar

UPDATE: WFHB's Community Calendar is down for maintenance. Sorry for the inconvenience! Welcome to the WFHB Community Calendar! To get an event listed on our Community Calendar, please send the event name, date, time and complete address of venue to [email protected] at least one week in advance. The events calendar is a volunteer-powered public service of your community radio station, WFHB.
Oct
3
Fri
2025
Morning Bird Walk at the Hitz-Rhodehamel Nature Preserve @ 1336 Freeman Ridge Road, Nashville, IN (about 5 miles north of Nashville proper)
Oct 3 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am

On-site check- in begins in the Hitz-Rhodehamel Parking Lot at 7:30 AM.

Contact Judi Brown, Let the Sun Shine In-Indiana Coordinator, at 812-631-4904 or [email protected] with questions, and to register. Please register by 5 PM on
October 2. In the event of inclement weather, the event will be postponed. Registered attendees will be notified of any changes.

Sponsors for the Morning Bird Walk are Let the Sun Shine In-Indiana, the Nature Conservancy, and IDNR Division of Fish and Wildlife. Let the Sun Shine In-Indiana
(www.lethesunshinein-indiana.com) is a collaboration of Indiana organizations, focused on recovering and maintaining Indiana’s oak-hickory ecosystems for the benefit of the
wildlife and the people of Indiana.

VITAL English Language Group – Conversation with Tom B. (18+) @ Meeting Room 2C, Monroe County Public Library, 303 East Kirkwood Ave., Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

New English speakers will practice everyday language skills in a relaxed, informal atmosphere.

Musicology Colloquium Series: The Jacobs School presents a lecture by Lindsay Weaver, “Berlioz’s ‘Symphonie fantastique’ as Fanfiction”. @ Room SM344, Simon Music Center, 200 S. Eagleson Ave, Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 12:45 pm – 1:45 pm
Town Hall for all IU faculty, staff and students @ IU School of Education, 201 North Rose Avenue, Room 1120, Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Presented by the Indiana University Bloomington (IUB) – Association of University Professors (AAUP)
Join us for an opportunity to discuss immediate threats to departments and programs, loss of tenure and productivity reviews, the erasure of DEI, and more. We will feature a few exciting speakers, followed by an opportunity for all members of our community to share their concerns and suggest actions that we can take.
Invited Speakers

Legal impact and implications of HEA 1001
Effects of MRE on Undergraduate Students
Effects of HEA 1001 on small programs , organizing as means to regain faculty voice in the process
5 year review and its effects on academic freedom, faculty job security
IU termination without due process
How to organize / get involved without burnout, fear, etc.

These presentations will provide important insights into the challenges currently facing our university and the broader landscape of higher education in Indiana. From legislative threats to program elimination, to the chilling effects of new review policies and the loss of tenure protections, faculty, staff, and students alike are being asked to bear the costs of policies that undermine the mission of the university.

The Town Hall is also designed to be a space for open dialogue and collective problem-solving. After hearing from our invited speakers, all participants will have the opportunity to voice their concerns, share experiences from their departments and programs, and propose strategies for collective action. We want this meeting to not only inform, but also energize and empower our community to stand together in defense of academic freedom, job security, and meaningful shared governance.

This event is open to all faculty, staff, and students. Whether you have been directly affected by recent changes, or simply want to learn more and support your colleagues, your voice matters and your presence is vital.

Opening Reception for “Art About Art” by Tom Cat Spray @ Brick Room Gallery, 107 North College Avenue, Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Brick Room Gallery hosts the opening reception for an exhibition of paintings and drawings by David Ebbinghouse, AKA Tom Cat Spray.

Opening Reception for A Little Extra Love—A Solo Exhibition by Photographer Rodney Margison @ Atrium, Fountain Square Mall,101 West Kirkwood, Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Exhibition runs Oct 3-31.

Acclaimed local photographer Rodney Margison, in cooperation with Down Syndrome Family Connection, presents his first solo photography exhibition, “A Little Extra Love.”

Margison is best known for his captivating portraiture, fashion-inspired fine art, and emotionally charged live music imagery. For this exhibition, Margison teamed with Bloomington-based Down Syndrome Family Connection to create studio portraits of 45 individuals with Down syndrome and something or someone they cherished. In 20 hours spanning three days, the models posed with siblings, best friends, toys, parents, grandparents, dogs, guitars, sports uniforms and equipment, and pictures. They laughed, played around, and joked with each other, illustrating their spirit, whim, and whimsy.

 

 

Spooky Gallery Show @ Gather, 116 N Walnut Ave, Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Time to get into the Spooky Season with Gather’s Spooky Group Show. Our show carries a variety of artists who have offered up prints, stained glass, sculptures, and stickers.

Brass Band Concert – Nick Hinman, conductor @ Conrad Prebys Amphitheater, 100 South Ballantine Road, Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Repertoire:
Gustav Holst: A Moorside Suite (1928)
Dukas: The Sorcerer’s Apprentice (1897)
Lauridsen/Littlemore: O magnum mysterium (1994)
Lovatt-Cooper: Vitae aeternum (2007)
Dave Sisson @ Nashvile House, 15 S Van Buren Street, Nashville
Oct 3 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Gene Fugate @ Ferguson House Beer Garden, 78 Franklin St., Nashville
Oct 3 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Jane Elliott — A Contrast in Color, presented by Resilience Productions @ Monroe County History Center 202 E 6th St, Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 6:00 pm

Fifty-seven years ago, Elliott conducted her now-legendary Blue-Eyed/Brown-Eyed Exercise that exposed children to the harsh realities of discrimination based solely on eye color—a condition over which they had no control. A Contrast in Color is a powerful exploration of race, identity, and the human condition.

A reception and talkback will follow each performance. There will be a Special Talkback on Friday, October 3rd, featuring Jane and Sarah Elliott.

Karaoke @ Country Heritage Winery, 225 South Van Buren Street, Nashville
Oct 3 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Nightmare on Craft Street @ Gather, 116 N Walnut Ave, Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Join us for a wickedly fun Halloween Craft Night! Paint your favorite monster in pottery form, needle felt a hauntingly cute owl, or channel your inner slasher-flick superfan by painting your favorite horror character on tiny earrings you can actually wear. Costumes welcome, creativity encouraged!”
Rainwater @ On the Rocks (Terrace), Hard Truth Distilling Company, 418 Old State Road 46, Nashville
Oct 3 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Opera Insights – Pre-show talk on Mozart’s “The Marriage of Figaro” @ Musical Arts Center North Lobby, 101 North Eagleson Ave., Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 6:30 pm
Bakers Junction Haunted Train @ Bakers Junction Railroad Museum, 7898 S Fairfax Rd, Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

You start the Haunted Train in the Kids Train station, it is just FUN for the kids with games & things to see nothing scary! Then the brave go to the Haunted Train station & on to the Haunted Train.

Bloomington Amateur Radio Club meeting featuring updates on the area’s amateur radio repeater system @ First Untied Church, 2420 East Third Street, Bloomington, use East entrance
Oct 3 @ 7:00 pm
Participants will also see new maps that club members will use to support communications for the annual Hilly Hundred cycling event.

BARC meetings are free to everyone; all ages and backgrounds are invited. Meetings are 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].         

Concert Style Presentation of the Brand New Musical, Nevere’s Love Potion @ Waldron Arts Center Firebay (4th Street Entrance)
Oct 3 @ 7:00 pm
NEVERE’S LOVE POTION is a musical about consent, mental health, and the bravery it takes to ask for help.   Additional information is available at www.stagesbloomington.org.
First Friday Karaoke, with Kelso @ Hoppy Wobbles Pub, 3876 W 3rd St, Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 7:00 pm
Jiaoying Summers “What Spice Are You” 2025 Tour (shows at 7pm & 9:30pm) @ The Comedy Attic, Corner of 4th and Walnut (upstairs), Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 7:00 pm

Jiaoying Summers is a comedy powerhouse on a rapid rise blending fearless, dark humor with a deeply personal and refreshingly global perspective. Born in China and now based in Los Angeles, she turns cultural clashes, immigrant identity, and motherhood into razor-sharp comedy that resonates across continents.

New Americas Cinema Series: GAUCHO GAUCHO @ IU Cinema, 1213 East Seventh St. (on the North side of the IU Auditorium), Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 7:00 pm

Gaucho Gaucho paints an Argentinian Western with image and sound that reach an operatic beauty. Acclaimed photographers and now three-time Sundance-fêted filmmakers Gregory Kershaw and Michael Dweck (The Truffle Hunters, The Last Race) return to the screen, this time focusing on the vast mountains of Argentina, expressed in stunning black-and-white photography, and a small community of gauchos who hold profound connections to the surrounding nature and their own traditions. As older generations dispense their wisdom, the film keeps its eye toward a new generation who continue to fight for their families’ legacy in a modern world. [85 min; documentary; Spanish with English subtitles]

Open Mic & Jam (all ages) @ The Cabin Restaurant and Lounge, 4015 South State Hwy 446, Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

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

Rich Hardesty @ Porthole Inn, 8939 E Southshore Drive, Unionville
Oct 3 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Robin Embry @ 19th Hole Sports Bar, 2359 State Road 46 East, Nashville
Oct 3 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Bloomington Parks and Rec and Cicada Cinema present “Ernest Scared Stupid” (1991/rated PG) @ Rev Ernest D Butler Park, 812 West 9th St., Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 7:30 pm

Come see a free movie on the big screen!

IU Theatre & Dance present: DANCE NATION @ Wells-Metz Theatre, 275 North Eagleson Ave., Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

They’re young. They’re ruthless. They’re covered in glitter and blood. A team of competitive dancers claw their way toward glory while their inner lives explode with ambition, shame, lust, and rage. In the cutthroat world of pre-teen dance, the feral beauty of adolescence and the cost of wanting to be extraordinary wage war. She will win. Or die.
IU Theatre + Dance’s production of Dance Nation includes the following: ample use of artificial blood, use of coarse language discussing sex and genitals, recurring use of profanity and portrayals of non-suicidal self-injury.

Live Comedy Show presented by Improv Bloomington @ Constellation Studios, 411 E 7th St, Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 7:30 pm

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 (general admission — come early for a good seat). The show is free, but ticketed. Reserve your spot now at https://improvbloomington.com/october-3-2025-show/

“The Marriage of Figaro” by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart @ Musical Arts Center, 101 North Eagleson Ave., Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 7:30 pm
Amanda Webb (bring requests!) @ Max's Place, 1280 North College Ave., Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
First Friday Karaoke with Bright Lights @ Orbit Room, 107 North College Ave., Suite 001 (downstairs), Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Organ Department Recital – François Couperin: “Messe pour les paroisses” (1690) @ Auer Hall, located on the second floor of the Simon Music Center, 200 South Eagleson Ave., Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
 Program sung and played by Jacobs organ majors. Join us thirty minutes before the performance for the pre-concert faculty lecture.
Repertoire
Couperin: Messe à l’usage ordinaire des paroisses (1690)
Salsa Night with La Salsoteca Orchestra @ Blockhouse Bar, located in the alley at 205 South College Avenue, Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 8:00 pm
The Book of Mormon @ IU Auditorium, 1211 East 7th St., Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 8:00 pm
The Rocket Man Show @ Brown County Music Center, 200 Maple Leaf Boulevard, Nashville
Oct 3 @ 8:00 pm
Zion Crossroads @ Brown County Inn, 51 State Road 46 East, Nashville
Oct 3 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Back 2 Mac – Fleetwood Mac Tribute @ Bluebird Nightclub, 216 North Walnut St., Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 9:00 pm
City Lights @ Rusty Anchor Lakeside Saloon, 8660 South Fairfax Road, Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 9:00 pm – Oct 4 @ 1:00 am
Club Underground: an Emo, Indie, Grunge, Nu-Metal, and Alternative Dance Party @ Root Cellar Lounge, 108 East Kirkwood Ave. (behind FARM Bloomington), Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 10:00 pm

Wall-to-wall bangers from the bands that raised you:
Depeche Mode, My Chemical Romance, Weezer,
Nirvana, Nine Inch Nails, Killers, Smiths, Cure,
Siouxsie, New Order, Linkin Park, Soft Cell,
Strokes, Limp Bizkit and so many more…
Come get weird with your people!
DJ Bongo

Friday Night Frights Series: DEMONS @ IU Cinema, 1213 East Seventh St. (on the North side of the IU Auditorium), Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 10:00 pm

40th Anniversary Screening
Produced by Dario Argento, directed by Lamberto Bava (son of Mario Bava), and scored by Claudio Simonetti, Demons is Italian horror personified. When a a group of strangers respond to an invitation to a mysterious new movie, they find themselves unwittingly trapped in a movie theater with scores of ravenous demons. Featuring an iconic score mixed with artists like Billy Idol, Mötley Crüe, and Saxon, Demons has gained a worldwide following for its maximalist approach to gore, its self-awareness, and demented glee. [89 min; horror; Italian with English subtitles]

T. S. Listening & Dance Party @ The Back Door, 207 South College Ave., in the alley behind the Atlas Ballroom, Bloomington
Oct 3 @ 10:00 pm – Oct 4 @ 3:00 pm

We’re celebrating THE LIFE OF A SHOWGIRL! Join us! We’ll have some swifty drinks up on the board, play the new album to listen to together and dance the night away to Taylor and our favorite pop hits.

Oct
4
Sat
2025
Bedford Farmers’ Market @ Lawrence County Courthouse Square, 916 15th St, Bedford
Oct 4 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

The Bedford Farmers Market consists of local farmers, artisans and bakers; all items for sale at the market are handmade/homegrown in Lawrence County and within 75 miles from courthouse. Products available at the Bedford Farmers Market include fresh produce, plants, farm fresh eggs, local beef, chicken and pork, baked goods, jams, jellies, sweet bread, pies, cinnamon rolls, jewelry, tie-dye, pottery, leather goods, baby items, candles, walking sticks, baskets, crochet dolls/animals and a variety of other art/craft items.

We welcome new vendors/performers throughout the season

Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market, with entertainment from Ed Lockwood (sets at 9:30am and 11:00am) and MCCSC Elementary School Singers – comprised of six-combined schools with approximately 180 students, and 6 music teachers. They’ll perform this Saturday at 10:30 a.m. on the front steps of City Hall. @ City Hall Parking Lot, 401 North Morton Street, Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 9:00 am – 12:30 pm

Market goers can find a wide assortment of goods from the farm and field, including fruits and vegetables, eggs, meats and cheeses, honey, seasonal flowers, and annual and perennial plants. Food and beverage artisans provide a tasteful variety of drinks, pastries, and savory dishes.

The Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market proudly supports nutrition assistance programs, including WIC (Women, Infants and Children), SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and Senior FMNP (Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program) that provide fresh, locally grown, unprocessed fruits, vegetables, and edible herbs to people whose incomes are below the federal poverty threshold.

November Market begins next Saturday, November 1st from 9a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Switchyard Park Pavilion (1601 S. Rogers St.). For a third year, the Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market and the Bloomington Winter Farmers’ Market will co-host the November Market. The dates will be November 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd.

Ellettsville Farmers’ Market (last one for the year) @ Chandler Funeral Home - Parking Lot, 203 E Temperance St, Ellettsville
Oct 4 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Located in our overflow parking lot on the West side of the funeral home, vendors will be on hand with fresh produce, honey, homemade baked goods, handmade crafts and jewelry, fundraisers, food trucks and non-for profit community organizations.

Many vendors accept Venmo, Paypal, Apple and Android Pay.
Public restrooms are available at our market.

Paint Bloomington!, sponsored by Pillar Arts Alliance @ Bryan Park Woodlawn Pavilion, near Bryan Park Pool at 1020 South Woodlawn Avenue, Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 9:30 am – 3:30 pm
Painting from 9:30 am -3:00 pm; judging from 3:30-4:00 pm
Free Classes and Supplies
Plein Air Painting and competition
Classes in print making, gelle printing, alcohol inks, watercolors,
acrylics, pastels!! Making Art from Recycled Materials, Etc.
Opportunity for novices to Professional Painters!!!  All ages welcome.
Please email [email protected] for additional information.
Responder Aid, a fundraiser for Brown County’s Volunteer Fire Companies @ Bill Monroe's Music Park & Campground, 5163 Indiana Highway 135, Bean Blossom, IN
Oct 4 @ 10:00 am – 10:00 pm

As the crisp fall air sets in and the breathtaking fall foliage of Brown County creates the perfect backdrop, this is a day you won’t want to miss. It’s a chance to enjoy live entertainment, great food, and community fun, all while supporting the brave volunteer fire departments of Brown County.
Performances by:
11am Steve Houk & Carolyn Duttom
Noon Ken Hayes
1pm Breanna Faith
2pm Sharla June & Christy Crandall
3pm J.C. Clements w/ Jason Blankenship
4pm Father Kentucky
5pm Steve Hickman
6pm Dietrich Gosser
7pm Elkins Jamily
8pm Steve Smith
9pm M Squared Project

South-Central Indiana Braver Angels @ Meeting Room A, Southwest Branch Monroe County Public Library, 890 West Gordon Pike, Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 10:15 am – 12:45 pm
Bloomington Philosophy Club @ Meeting Room B, Southwest Branch Monroe County Public Library, 890 West Gordon Pike, Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 12:00 pm – 2:15 pm
SPENCER PRIDE FESTIVAL -This Is The Moment @ Downtown Spencer, Indiana
Oct 4 @ 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm

The Spencer Pride Festival is the largest event held in downtown Spencer. The purpose of the festival is to provide a place of celebration & educational opportunity within our rural community. Pride Festivals have a rich history within the movement of LGBTQ+ equality, & Spencer Pride is a unique example.

Spencer Pride has always been – and always will be – a 100% family-focused festival, with activities for individuals of all ages throughout the entire day. The festival is pet-friendly and dogs with responsible owners are welcome.

The Spencer Pride Festival is a place where all are welcome, regardless of their age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, socioeconomic status, or ability. At Spencer Pride, you will not just be tolerated for your differences – you will be celebrated for them.

Carolyn Dutton @ Ferguson House Beer Garden, 78 Franklin St., Nashville
Oct 4 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Fall Orchard Work and Learn Days @ Bloomington Community Orchard, 2120 S Highland Ave, Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

These events are open to the public, with no registration or experience required (though we appreciate advance notice for groups of 5+ people). We simply ask that you dress appropriately to do outdoor work, and bring plenty of water to stay hydrated. Snacks and drinks will be provided as well as any other tools you may need to help out!

We hope you can join us to get outside and enjoy nature, make new friends, and learn some sustainable, organic orcharding practices. All are welcome!

Banneker Fall Fashion Show @ Banneker Community Center, 930 West 7th St., Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Join us for a fun filled afternoon at the Banneker Fall Fashion Show!
Watch the models strut their stuff in their favorite Halloween looks as they show off their style and smiles.
Come cheer on our stars, snap some photos and enjoy snacks, music and more! It’s a cozy community event you won’t want to miss!

Concert Style Presentation of the Brand New Musical, Nevere’s Love Potion @ Waldron Arts Center Firebay (4th Street Entrance), 122 South Walnut St., Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 2:00 pm
NEVERE’S LOVE POTION is a musical about consent, mental health, and the bravery it takes to ask for help.  Additional information is available at www.stagesbloomington.org.
Geneaology Discussion Group @ Monroe County History Center, 202 E. 6th Street, Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Love family history research? Join a group of fellow enthusiasts monthly at the History Center!

IU Theatre & Dance present: DANCE NATION @ Wells-Metz Theatre, 275 North Eagleson Ave., Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 2:00 pm

They’re young. They’re ruthless. They’re covered in glitter and blood. A team of competitive dancers claw their way toward glory while their inner lives explode with ambition, shame, lust, and rage. In the cutthroat world of pre-teen dance, the feral beauty of adolescence and the cost of wanting to be extraordinary wage war. She will win. Or die.

IU Theatre + Dance’s production of Dance Nation includes the following: ample use of artificial blood, use of coarse language discussing sex and genitals, recurring use of profanity and portrayals of non-suicidal self-injury.

Senior Recital – Lila Goldstein, soprano @ Auer Hall, located on the second floor of the Simon Music Center, 200 South Eagleson Ave., Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
The Book of Mormon (shows at 2pm & 8pm) @ IU Auditorium, 1211 East 7th St., Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 2:00 pm
Jane Elliott — A Contrast in Color, presented by Resilience Productions @ Monroe County History Center 202 E 6th St, Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 3:00 pm

Fifty-seven years ago, Elliott conducted her now-legendary Blue-Eyed/Brown-Eyed Exercise that exposed children to the harsh realities of discrimination based solely on eye color—a condition over which they had no control. A Contrast in Color is a powerful exploration of race, identity, and the human condition. A reception and talkback will follow each performance. There will be a Special Talkback on Friday, October 3rd, featuring Jane and Sarah Elliott.

Meet Me at the Metz Carillon Series @ Metz Carillon, Arboretum Gazebo, Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 3:00 pm
2025 Bloomington Blues Fest @ Upland Brewing Company, 350 West 11th Street, Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Thanks to Visit Bloomington for sponsoring this event!
Presented by The Whirlwind Agency & Upland Brewing Company.

Set times:
9:30-11:00 Lil Ed and the Blues Imperials with Ben Levin
8:00-9:15pm King Bee & The Stingers
7:00-7:45pm Mike Milligan and Steam Shovel
6:00-6:45pm Tim O’Malley and The Unusual Suspects
5:00-5:45pm Steve Houk Band
4:00-4:45pm The Reckoning
3:00pm gates open
Doctoral Chamber Music Recital – Mekhla Kumar, piano @ Auer Hall, located on the second floor of the Simon Music Center, 200 South Eagleson Ave., Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
International Art House Series: Riefenstahl @ IU Cinema, 1213 East Seventh St. (on the North side of the IU Auditorium), Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 4:00 pm

Filmmaker and Nazi propagandist Leni Riefenstahl is considered one of the most controversial filmmakers of the 20th century. While Riefenstahl spent decades after the war denying her association with Nazism and claiming ignorance of the Holocaust, during her long post-war life she remained unapologetic, managing to control and shape her legacy. Meanwhile, her work experienced a renaissance, gaining esteem for its masterful technical skill. Riefenstahl examines the life, work, and legacy of the filmmaker using never-before-seen documents from her estate, including private films, photos, recordings and letters, uncovering fragments of her biography and placing them in an extended historical context. In an era where fascism is on the rise again, fake news is prevalent, and the meaning of political imagery is constantly dissected and debated, this mesmerizing new film shows that Leni Reifenstahl is more relevant than ever. [115 min; documentary; German with English subtitles]

Contra Dance & Potluck, w/guest caller Darlene Underwood & music from the New Hoosier Broadcasters @ Harmony School (around back for the potluck, in the gym for the dance), 909 East 2nd St., Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Potluck: Bring a dish to share (plus a serving utensil) Bring your own beverage (no alcohol).
Beginner Dance lesson 7-7:30pm, Main dance with Darlene Underwood from Cincinnati calling to Old-Time Music from the New Hoosier Broadcasters.

Hairbangers Ball & The Big 80’s (Green Egg Fest to benefit Stability First) @ Cedar Creek Winery, Brewery and Distillery, 3820 Leonard Road, Martinsville
Oct 4 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Combined Class Reunion for all 1979-1983 Bloomington High School South Graduates @ Karst Farm Park Shelter #9, 2450 South Endwright Road, Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

You’re invited to catch up with long-ago class members at a reunion party including plenty of food, drink, desserts, conversation, and laughter. For more information, check out the BHSS Panthers 1979-83 Reunion Group Page on Facebook, or contact Pip Chamberlain at 812-650-2828.

Sycamore Land Trust 2025 Annual Celebration “Inspiring a Lifelong Appreciation for Nature” @ Monroe Convention Center, 302 S College Ave, Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 5:30 pm
Join us for an evening of good company and conversation with fellow nature supporters and help us celebrate another successful year of conservation and education in southern Indiana! Our Annual Celebration raises funds to preserve more land, build more trails, and continue our free education programs. This year, we will highlight the 20th anniversary of our Environmental Education program and the many ways Sycamore inspires everyone to get involved in conservation. A reception and silent auction will begin at 5:30pm.
Amburana Sweet Mash Bourbon Release Celebration, with performances by Zion Crossroads and Rumpke Mountain Boys. @ Hard Truth Distilling Company, 418 Old State Road 46, Nashville
Oct 4 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Meet the Maker & Signing: Meet the man behind the mash—Master Distiller Bryan Smith—for exclusive bottle signings during our Meet the Makers experience from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Boozy Book Fair @ WonderLab Museum, 308 W. 4th Street, Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Join WonderLab and Morgenstern Books for our second annual Boozy Book Fair. Pick up a new book – a new hobby – a new skill! Engage with local organizations and learn how you can become involved in their programming. Participate in hands-on activities run by local professionals and hobbyists. Enjoy a drink from Upland Brewery and light snacks provided by WonderLab. You must be 21 or older and have a valid ID.

Jan Bell @ Nashvile House, 15 S Van Buren Street, Nashville
Oct 4 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
John Dehner & the Enthusiasts / The Splattertones – LONG SETS FROM BOTH! @ Orbit Room, 107 North College Ave., Suite 001 (downstairs), Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Doors at 5pm

Line Dance DJ Night (All Ages) @ Mike's Music and Dance Barn, 2341 State Road 46 West, Nashville
Oct 4 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Senior Recital – Evan Romito, horn @ Auer Hall, located on the second floor of the Simon Music Center, 200 South Eagleson Ave., Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Sweet Pea @ Ferguson House Beer Garden, 78 Franklin St., Nashville
Oct 4 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Back Home Again, a Fundraiser for Beacon’s Capital Campaign presented by The Unitarian Universalist Habitat & Homelessness Task Forces @ Unitarian Universalist Church Fellowship Hall, 2120 N. Fee Lane, Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

The benefit concert stars
JC Clements with Jason Blankenship •
• Dolly General (Sarah Flint )

• Nola Cusack •

• Master of Ceremonies: Bill Breeden and friends

Bakers Junction Haunted Train @ Bakers Junction Railroad Museum, 7898 S Fairfax Rd, Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

You start the Haunted Train in the Kids Train station, it is just FUN for the kids with games & things to see nothing scary! Then the brave go to the Haunted Train station & on to the Haunted Train.

Concert Style Presentation of the Brand New Musical, Nevere’s Love Potion @ Waldron Arts Center Firebay (4th Street Entrance), 122 South Walnut St., Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 7:00 pm
NEVERE’S LOVE POTION is a musical about consent, mental health, and the bravery it takes to ask for help. Additional information is available at www.stagesbloomington.org.
Jiaoying Summers “What Spice Are You” 2025 Tour (shows at 7pm & 9:30pm) @ The Comedy Attic, Corner of 4th and Walnut (upstairs), Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 7:00 pm

Jiaoying Summers is a comedy powerhouse on a rapid rise blending fearless, dark humor with a deeply personal and refreshingly global perspective. Born in China and now based in Los Angeles, she turns cultural clashes, immigrant identity, and motherhood into razor-sharp comedy that resonates across continents.

LAINEY – A Tribute to Lainey Wilson @ Mitchell Opera House, 217 N 7th St, Mitchell
Oct 4 @ 7:00 pm

Step into the world of country music with Lainey, the ultimate tribute to CMA and Grammy-
winning sensation Lainey Wilson. Capturing the heart, soul, and Southern charm of the
Louisiana native herself, Lindsey Ridner delivers an unforgettable live experience that celebrates
the powerful voice, bold style, and heartfelt storytelling that have made Lainey Wilson a country
music icon.

From chart-topping hits like Heart Like a Truck an Things a Man Oughta Know to deep
cuts that resonate with fans, this tribute act brings the authentic sound and spirit of Lainey
Wilson to the stage with stunning vocals, high-energy performances, and a genuine connection
to the audience. Whether you’re a lifelong country fan or discovering Lainey’s music for the first
time, Lindsey Ridner will leave you singing along and wanting more.
Perfect for festivals, country nights, fairs, and private events, Lainey is more than a tribute—it’s
a celebration of one of modern country’s brightest stars.

https://events.humanitix.com/lainey-tribute-to-lainey-wilson

Doors will open at 6:15 p.m.
Mitchell Opera House is handicap accessible.

New Americas Cinema Series: GAUCHO GAUCHO @ IU Cinema, 1213 East Seventh St. (on the North side of the IU Auditorium), Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 7:00 pm

Gaucho Gaucho paints an Argentinian Western with image and sound that reach an operatic beauty. Acclaimed photographers and now three-time Sundance-fêted filmmakers Gregory Kershaw and Michael Dweck (The Truffle Hunters, The Last Race) return to the screen, this time focusing on the vast mountains of Argentina, expressed in stunning black-and-white photography, and a small community of gauchos who hold profound connections to the surrounding nature and their own traditions. As older generations dispense their wisdom, the film keeps its eye toward a new generation who continue to fight for their families’ legacy in a modern world. [85 min; documentary; Spanish with English subtitles]

IU Theatre & Dance present: DANCE NATION @ Wells-Metz Theatre, 275 North Eagleson Ave., Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

They’re young. They’re ruthless. They’re covered in glitter and blood. A team of competitive dancers claw their way toward glory while their inner lives explode with ambition, shame, lust, and rage. In the cutthroat world of pre-teen dance, the feral beauty of adolescence and the cost of wanting to be extraordinary wage war. She will win. Or die.
IU Theatre + Dance’s production of Dance Nation includes the following: ample use of artificial blood, use of coarse language discussing sex and genitals, recurring use of profanity and portrayals of non-suicidal self-injury.

Sounds of Summer: Music of the Beach Boys @ Brown County Playhouse, 70 S Van Buren St, Nashville
Oct 4 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Sounds of Summer is a tribute show featuring over 30 favorite hits and tells the story of America’s band – The Beach Boys. These four incredibly talented guys have known each other since grade school and shared a love of 1960’s music and Beach Boys’ harmonies. The band has been playing across the nation since 2015, delivering audiences an authentic look and sound, taking them back to memories of the 1960s.

Brandon Rutherford @ Max's Place, 1280 North College Ave., Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Concentus – Joanna Blendulf & Jonathan Oddie, directors @ Auer Hall, located on the second floor of the Simon Music Center, 200 South Eagleson Ave., Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Heirloom Jazz @ Blockhouse Bar, located in the alley at 205 South College Avenue, Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 8:00 pm
Paradise City Band @ 19th Hole Sports Bar, 2359 State Road 46 East, Nashville
Oct 4 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
The Januarys @ Brown County Inn, 51 State Road 46 East, Nashville
Oct 4 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Hank Ruff & 90s Country w/ Jake Dodds @ Bluebird Nightclub, 216 North Walnut St., Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 8:30 pm
Pride After Party w/ Tia Mirage Hall! @ The Back Door, 207 South College Ave., in the alley behind the Atlas Ballroom, Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Spend the day at the always lovely, Spencer Pride Fest!! Then come and hang with Tia and her pals, after!

Pat Yo Weave
Mocha Debeaute
Aura Aurora
+ Chablis Onassis Dupree

Rewind @ Rusty Anchor Lakeside Saloon, 8660 South Fairfax Road, Bloomington
Oct 4 @ 9:00 pm – Oct 5 @ 1:00 am
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30th Annual Run for the Animals @ Karst Farm Park, 2450 S Endwright Rd., Bloomington
Oct 5 @ 9:30 am

Run for the Animals is a timed 5K run/walk at Karst Farm Park, with all of the proceeds benefiting the programs and services of the Monroe County Humane Association.

(The final) Nashville Farmers’ Market, with entertainment from Sharianne Whetstine @ Brown County Inn Parking Lot, 51 State Rd 46, Nashville
Oct 5 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Create-A-Cryptid, a 3-session Kids Class @ Gather, 116 N Walnut Ave, Bloomington
Oct 5 @ 11:30 am – 12:00 pm

For Future Folklorists & Creature Enthusiasts (Ages 8–12 + Adult Companions)

Calling all young adventurers and their grown-up sidekicks! This three-session art class (10/5, 10/12, & 10/14) is the perfect chance to spark your imaginations, get a little messy, and create something magical together. This isn’t just an art class—it’s a chance to bond, laugh, and create lasting memories with your kiddo while making something truly one-of-a-kind. Designed for kids ages 8–12 and their adult companions.

Corey Flick @ Ferguson House Beer Garden, 78 Franklin St., Nashville
Oct 5 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Travers Marks @ Nashvile House, 15 S Van Buren Street, Nashville
Oct 5 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Audio Diner @ Butler Winery & Vineyards, 6200 E Robinson Rd, Bloomington
Oct 5 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Hoosier Action-Maternal Health Community Conversation @ Meeting Room A, Southwest Branch Monroe County Public Library, 890 West Gordon Pike, Bloomington
Oct 5 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Plein Air Watercolors @ The Goat Conspiracy, 6022 Kent Road, Bloomington
Oct 5 @ 2:00 pm
Join Little Spring Studio for a scenic and creative experience in the heart of the sanctuary. This Plein Air Watercolor Workshop is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of autumn while learning a new artistic skill. Enjoy a peaceful tour of the Sanctuary, followed by a beginner-friendly watercolor class, and finish off the experience with plant-based snacks in the fresh air.
Ages 7+ welcome with an accompanying guardian.
Jane Elliott — A Contrast in Color, presented by Resilience Productions @ Monroe County History Center 202 E 6th St, Bloomington
Oct 5 @ 3:00 pm

Fifty-seven years ago, Elliott conducted her now-legendary Blue-Eyed/Brown-Eyed Exercise that exposed children to the harsh realities of discrimination based solely on eye color—a condition over which they had no control. A Contrast in Color is a powerful exploration of race, identity, and the human condition. A reception and talkback will follow each performance. There will be a Special Talkback on Friday, October 3rd, featuring Jane and Sarah Elliott.

Opening Reception for Raising Funds For Environmental Action ” by Art For Earth @ Pillar Arts Alliance Center, College Mall at 2894 East 3rd Street, Bloomington
Oct 5 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Care Not Cages Meeting @ Meeting Room 1B, Monroe County Public Library, 303 East Kirkwood Ave., Bloomington
Oct 5 @ 3:45 pm – 5:30 pm
EmberLock @ The Cabin Restaurant and Lounge, 4015 South State Hwy 446, Bloomington
Oct 5 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm