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A full schedule of community events, including bluegrass, pop, art, Scottish heritage, ethnic cuisine and culture, the Electric Lights Parade, symphonic performances and many, many, many family activities |
02/05/2012 - 02/11/2012  |
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Archives Exhibit
December 11, 2011 - February 29, 2012 |
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- "Different by Design: The Architecture of Columbus," presented by the Columbus Indiana Architectural Archives
- Main level of Public Library, featuring original architectural models, sketches, and photos that highlight the local works of Eero Saarinen, Richard Meier, Eliel Saarinen, I.M. Pei, Robert Venturi, Kevin Roche, and Harry Weese
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Photo Exhibit
January 19, 2012 - May 11, 2012 |
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- The Photography of Christopher Jordan, featured throughout the Columbus Learning Center
- Free and open to the public.
- Learning Center hours are Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. until 10 p.m., Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m
- Visit Christopher's website
- View large format photos on his blog
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Super Bowl Activities
February 2, 2012 - February 5, 2012 |
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- Columbus is an official Super Bowl Celebration Site, visit here for details and a calendar of events that will be happening Super Bowl weekend
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Kevin and Kevin
February 3, 2012 - March 30, 2012 |
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- Kelly Wilson and Kevin Lair, the newly appointed faculty of the IUCA+D, will present a selection of works from each of their diverse practices including painting, drawing and site-specific installation. Public gallery talks will be scheduled during the length of the exhibition.
- Kelly Wilson’s work reflects his engagement with design and visual invention through drawing and painting from perceptual observation to architectural representation. Kevin Lair’s site specific installation includes built form with two-dimensional work.
- The gallery is free and open to the public, Friday and Saturday, 1-5 pm or by appointment, with an opening reception on Friday, 3rd of February from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.
- The gallery can be reached by phone: 812-375-7584/617-922-1254, The gallery is handicap accessible and there is public parking available on Jackson street.
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Book Lover's Night Out
February 7, 2012 |
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- Begins at 5:30 at Viewpoint Books, where things start off with a glass of wine and book discussions
- Then move on to dinner at Tre Bicchieri, and YES Cinema for an author event
- Tickets $35, seating is limited, tickets available at Viewpoint Books, 548 Washington Street, 812-376-0778
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From The Help's Point of View
February 7, 2012 |
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- Janet Cheatham Bell will discuss the novel The Help, about African American women working for whites during the early 1960s, and the recent movie of the same title. Ms. Bell is a writer and editor who left a job in the publishing industry to pursue her dream of creating and publishing her own books. Her first was published in 1986 and her latest, Victory of the Spirit, in 2011. Her memoir about growing up in Indiana, The Time and Place That Gave Me Life, was published in 2007. Ms. Bell encourages all to live their dreams
- 7:00 pm, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth Street, 812-379-1266
- This event is FREE
- Library web site, email
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Inn at Irwin Gardens
Open House
February 9, 2012 |
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- "Treasures from the Attic," a celebration of our two-year anniversary, exhibit opening and reception, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
- Free and open to the public
- Featuring "a chocolate extravaganza" by Marion-Kay Spices and Food Network Challenge winner Leo Cook, as well as beer tasting by Four Horsemen Brewery of South Bend
- 608 Fifth Street, 812-376-3663
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Visual Ideas and the Architecture of Columbus
February 9, 2012 |
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- Learn about the new IU Center for Art and Design from its director T. Kelly Wilson. Director Wilson will also share his passion for art and architecture through a discussion of our downtown architecture and sculpture and how they both relate to each other and make downtown Columbus such a vibrant spot in Indiana.
- Director Wilson has been an invited lecturer at many academic institutions, both nationally and internationally. He has held an Associate Professorship at Harvard Graduate School of Design and has won several awards for his work.
- 7:00 pm, Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth Street, 812-379-1266
- This event is FREE
- Library web site, email
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Blair Carmen and the Belleville Boys
February 10, 2012 |
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- Dancin' DJs event, $15 admission, cash bar and refreshments available for purchase
- FairOaks Mall, 7:30 pm
- See them on YouTube
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Taste of Chocolate
February 10, 2012 |
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- FairOaks Mall, 5:00 - 8:00 pm
- Advance tickets $2.50 each or $3 at the door
- Tickets available at Fair Oaks Mall Office and Customer Service Desk, or by calling 812-350-0406
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Chocolate Lover's Weekend
on the Indy Wine Trail
February 11, 2012 - February 12, 2012 |
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- Pair great Indiana wines with chocolate on the Indy Wine Trail. Visit each of the six trail wineries and enjoy shopping, wine tasting, a variety of chocolates, and get a new Indy Wine Trail six-bottle tote at the last winery
- Noon to 6 pm each day
- Visit the website
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Magical Mystery Show
February 11, 2012 |
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- Kiwanis Magic and Comedy Show with Las Vegas magician Garry Carson
- 3:00 pm, Columbus East High School Auditorium, 230 S Marr Rd, 812-350-2454
- Illusions, audience participation, comedy, exotic cats
- Tickets $12 at door, $10 in advance at Walgreen's, Viewpoint Books, or online
- More info here, Garry Carson's website here
- All proceeds support community service projects of Kiwanis
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Rio Carnivale
kidscommons fundraiser
February 11, 2012 |
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- Enjoy incredible Brazilian fare, dancing, fabulous entertainment, and live and silent auctions
- At kidscommons, 309 Washington Street, 812-378-3046
- $75 per person, 7:00 - 10:30 pm, dress for comfort and fun
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The Columbus Indiana Philharmonic
February 11, 2012 |
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- The Columbus Indiana Philharmonic presents Cool & Swingin' with Five by Design, with an entirely new show featuring legendary alto sax performer, Richie Cole. Performances include "Almost Like Being in Love," "What a Wonderful World," "Night and Day," and many more well-known songs.
- Erne Auditorium, 7:30 pm, Columbus North High School, 1400 25th Street, 812-376-2638 x110
- Single ticket prices begin at $10, tickets available at www.thecip.org
- Visit the Five By Design website >
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