Raptor center requests sheets, towels
Indiana Raptor Center Inc., the bird of prey rehabilitation center in Nashville, is in need of clean, used sheets, pillowcases and towels.
Donations of these items can be dropped off at the raptor center any afternoon by appointment, as the center is closed for tours until March 1. Call 812-988-8990 for directions and to notify personnel of your arrival.
The center also accepts cash donations to help feed animals in its care.
Tax-deductible donations can be sent to Indiana Raptor Center, P.O. Box 1153, Nashville, IN 47448.
Circus, magic shows at The Playhouse
The Brown County Playhouse will host illusionist Rich Hill’s World of Magic holiday show at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 27.
The family-friendly show includes guest artists with the Crescent Circus from New Orleans performing a blend of juggling, balancing and illusion.
Tickets are $22.50 per adult and $19.50 for students, seniors or the military. For more information, visit browncountyplayhouse.org or call 812-988-6555.
Teen Time meets at library Wednesdays
Teens are welcome to hang out, play games, make crafts, talk about books and do homework during Teen Time at the Brown County Public Library, Wednesday afternoons through December. A snack is included.
For more information, call the library at 812-988-2850.
Youth program meets Wednesdays at Baptist church
HAMBLEN TWP. — A program for children and teens at Unity Baptist Church begins with a meal served at 6 p.m. Wednesdays.
For children ages 4 through high school, the Word of Life program includes a singing challenge, Scripture memorization and study, socializing and games. With an emphasis on “foundational truths from the Bible,” the program meets weekly through the school year at the church, 7361 Spearsville Road.
With questions, call program director Terry Sisson at 812-720-0299.
Donate blood this month, next at Y
The American Red Cross will offer a blood donation opportunity at the Brown County YMCA from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 28.
All who donate blood or platelets through Jan. 7 will receive a long-sleeved Red Cross T-shirt while supplies last.
A second blood donation opportunity offered by the Red Cross will be from 2 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 10 at Parkview Church of the Nazarene, 1750 State Road 46 East.
Make an appointment by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Young adult group meets Fridays
The Young Adult Hangout group meets at 6:30 p.m. most Friday nights for dinner, fellowship and spiritual discussion.
The group, for young adults 18 and older, is sponsored by Bean Blossom Community Church. The location varies each week; call or text to confirm the location before attending. Other social events to meet with young adults in Columbus or Bloomington also are planned.
To learn more or to get connected, visit facebook.com/YoungAdultHangout or call/text 208-290-2406.
Get discount tickets for wine fair in May
Story Inn will host the 16th annual Indiana Wine Fair from 1 to 7 p.m. Saturday, May 12. Tickets are now on sale, discounted to $45 until Jan. 1, when the cost will go up to $60.
Guests can sample and purchase wines from more than 30 vintners. A variety of food trucks and live chamber music from Indiana University School of Music will be included.
All guests will receive a souvenir Indiana Wine Fair tasting glass and Story tote bag.
Tickets for designated drivers are $10.
For tickets, visit indianawinefair.com or call the inn at 812-988-2273.
New Year’s Eve events scheduled
- For adults 21 and older, The Brown County Playhouse will show the classic movie “Sleepless in Seattle” at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. For the movie only, tickets are $7. A celebration package also is offered for $52.50, which includes the movie, food, music, dancing and a midnight toast starting at 9 p.m. at Out of the Ordinary restaurant/bar across the street. For more information or tickets, visit browncountyplayhouse.org or call 812-988-6555.
- Salt Creek Golf Retreat will host D.J. Amy at the 19th Hole Sports Bar, 2359 State Road 46 East, beginning at 8 p.m. There is no cover charge. For more information, call 812-988-4323 or visit saltcreekgolf.com.
- Brown County Inn, 51 State Road 46 East, will host a New Year’s Eve party featuring Big Daddy Caddy at 8:30 p.m. The event is for adults 21 and older. An overnight or party package must be purchased to enter the event in the Corn Crib Lounge. For more information, visit browncountyinn.com or call 812-988-2291.
Hike at state park on New Year’s Day
A hike will start from the Abe Martin Lodge at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 1 to go through the original state park property, including a walk across the covered bridge. Participants can learn about early park years, then stick around for refreshments and a slideshow with historic pictures of the park.
For more information, call the lodge at 812-988-4418 or the Nature Center at 812-988-5240.
Nature preserve stroll planned New Year’s Day
STONE HEAD — Stone Head Conservancy members will meet at 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 1 for an easy stroll through the Stone Head Nature Preserve.
The public is welcome to join the walk, beginning at the House at Stone Head, 4645 Bellsville Pike. The event is free.
Waterproof boots are recommended in case of soggy conditions and for crossing Salt Creek.
For more information, search for “Stone Head Conservancy” on Facebook.
Free dance lessons, open house at dance barn
To celebrate 21 years in business, Mike’s Dance Barn will host free dance lessons at 5 p.m. Monday, Jan. 1 and have no cover charge all night. A band will start playing at 6 p.m. at the barn, 2277 State Road 46 West. Food will be sold.
Chamber sponsors holiday ‘passport’ for shoppers
The Brown County Chamber of Commerce’s holiday season “passport” program runs through Sunday, Jan. 7.
Visitors and locals can pick up a passport at a participating business (look for signs) and get them stamped with the amount spent there. When completed, passports can be dropped off at designated locations and be entered into a drawing for prizes each week. Prizes include gift certificates from participating businesses, overnight stays, entertainment and restaurant bucks.
Everyone who completes a passport will be eligible to win the grand prize of $500 cash and a Brown County getaway for two, which will be drawn at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 10 on Facebook Live.
Passport holders also can vote for winners in the chamber’s holiday window/storefront decorating contest, with cash prizes and a plaque awarded.
A list of participating businesses is posted at browncountypassport.com.
Guided tours of Salt Creek trail offered
David Rupp, the owner of Indigo Birding Nature Tours, will lead winter morning walks down the Salt Creek Trail in January.
Guided walks are offered from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 13 and Monday, Jan. 15. They will start with coffee and breakfast pastries at the new Brown County Visitors Center, 211 S. Van Buren St.
Each walk costs $5 per person. All ages are welcome.
For more information or to sign up, visit browncounty.com/store or call the Visitors Center at 812-988-7303 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Ride bus to sites for progressive dinner
A progressive dinner will take place through Nashville from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13. Transportation to each site will be provided by Nashville General Express bus, beginning and ending at the Seasons Lodge, 560 State Road 46 East.
The event costs $80. It is part of Winter in the Woods celebrations in Brown County.
Guests will board the bus at The Seasons and ride to Hard Truth Hills, Nashville’s newest distillery, then visit the Bird’s Nest Cafe at 36 W. Franklin St. for appetizers, the Artists Colony Inn for soup and salad, and back to The Seasons for a main course and two sides, followed by homemade desserts.
With questions, call the Brown County Convention and Visitors Center at 812-988-7303.
Try yoga at brewery during Winter in the Woods
On Sunday, Jan. 14, Winter in the Woods program participants can spend 90 minutes doing yoga with Patty Donaldson upstairs in Big Woods Village, then end the session with a pint of Big Woods beer. The session lasts from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 14 and costs $20 per person.
For more information or to sign up, visit browncounty.com/store or call 317-431-4967.
Bluebird nest box kits for sale
The Brown County Bluebird Club is selling cedar bluebird nest boxes for $15 each or two for $25 to raise money for the club. Email Dan Sparks at [email protected] or call 812-200-5700.
Book-a-Librarian service offered
Individuals or small groups can make an appointment with a Brown County Public Library librarian through the free Book-a-Librarian service. Sessions are limited to 30 to 60 minutes and are best used for instruction on how to use the library catalog, databases, digital resources and the Internet. Call 812-988-2850 for an appointment.
