Tuesday, April 16
Conservation Field Day — Hike and programs about invasive species management, improving soil and building wildlife habitat, Trevlac Bluffs Nature Preserve, 4255 State Road 45, Trevlac, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., pack snacks, water and a picnic lunch, free for Sycamore Land Trust members, suggested donation of $5 per person for non-members or $10 per family. Registration: sycamorelandtrust.org/events or 812-988-2211.
Music and Movement — For children 6 and younger, story time with music, dancing, more, Brown County Public Library, 205 Locust Lane, 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., free.
Brown County History Center open — 90 E. Gould St., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., free, donations welcome.
History tour — Guided walk, weather permitting, includes two videos that highlight humor and hardships of pioneers and artists, starts at Brown County Visitors Center, 1:30 p.m., $10, $8 per senior 65 and older, 12 and younger free. Information: browncounty.com/event/a-look-back-in-time-walking-village-history-tour/all or 812-988-7303.
BETA — After-school program for teens, with snacks, games, more, 175 S. Jefferson St., across from Salvation Army church, 3 to 6:30 p.m., free.
Smartphone FAQs — Bring your phone and ask questions about it, Brown County Public Library, 205 Locust Lane, 4 p.m., free.
Art Alliance — Social networking club focused on encouraging, supporting and growing the arts locally, Brown County Community Foundation, 209 N. Van Buren St., 5:15 p.m., bring a finger food to share. Information: M.K. Watkins, 812-988-4923.
Wednesday, April 17
Creative Builders — For 12 and younger, build with provided Lego, Duplo, Keva, Magna Tiles, Brown County Public Library, 205 Locust Lane, 10 a.m., free.
Brown County History Center open — 90 E. Gould St., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., free, donations welcome.
History tour — Guided walk, weather permitting, includes two videos that highlight humor and hardships of pioneers and artists, starts at Brown County Visitors Center, 211 S. Van Buren St., 1:30 p.m., $10, $8 per senior 65 and older, 12 and younger free.
A Novel Bunch — Book club gathering, Brown County Public Library, 205 Locust Lane, 2 p.m., free.
Career Resource Center open house — 5:30 to 7 p.m., CRC of Brown County, 246 E. Main St., free.
Jeff Foster — Guitar music, Hobnob Corner restaurant, 17 W. Main St., 6 to 8 p.m., no cover. Information: hobnobcornerrestaurant.com or 812-988-4114.
Open mic — Sign up at 6 p.m., hosted by local musician Jason Blankenship, Corn Crib Lounge, Brown County Inn, 51 State Road 46 East, 7 to 10 p.m., no cover, food and drinks sold.
Thursday, April 18
Hands on History — Pioneer activities program for children 8 to 12, Brown County History Center/Pioneer Village, 90 E. Gould St., 1 to 4 p.m, $5 per child, registration required. Information: Kathy Sparks at 812-988-2377 or browncountyhistorycenter.org.
History tour — Guided walk, weather permitting, includes two videos that highlight humor and hardships of pioneers and artists, starts at Brown County Visitors Center, 211 S. Van Buren St., 1:30 p.m., $10, $8 per senior 65 and older, 12 and younger free.
Ready Readers — Practice reading for children ages 6 to 12, Brown County Public Library, 205 Locust Lane, 2 p.m., free.
Aspiring Artists — Led by Cassidy Sevier, for children 6 to 12 to learn and create arts and crafts in a social homeschool setting, Brown County Public Library, 3 p.m., free.
Euchre tournament — 19th Hole Sports Bar, Salt Creek Golf Retreat, 2359 State Road 46, 6:30 to about 8 p.m., free, prize is 19th Hole gift certificate. Information: saltcreekgolf.com or 812-988-4323.
Roger Banister — Country and folk rock, Big Woods Pizza Co., 44 N. Van Buren St., 7 to 9 p.m. Information: bigwoodsrestaurants.com or 812-988-6004.
“Captain Marvel” — Sci-fi action, rated PG-13, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., 7 p.m., $6 per adult, $5 per student, concessions, beer, wine and mixed drinks sold. Information: browncountyplayhouse.org or 812-988-6555.
Friday, April 19
Brown County History Center open — 90 E. Gould St., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., free, donations welcome.
History tour — Guided walk, weather permitting, includes two videos that highlight humor and hardships of pioneers and artists, starts at Brown County Visitors Center, 211 S. Van Buren St., 1:30 p.m., $10, $8 per senior 65 and older, 12 and younger free.
“Captain Marvel” — Sci-fi action, rated PG-13, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., $6 per adult, $5 per student, concessions, beer, wine and mixed drinks sold. Information: browncountyplayhouse.org or 812-988-6555.
Bingo — Fruitdale Volunteer Fire Department, 5200 State Road 135 North, Bean Blossom, doors open at 5 p.m., bingo starts at 6 p.m. Information: [email protected] or 812-988-1696.
Indiana Boys — Americana music, Chateau Thomas Winery, 225 S. Van Buren St., 7 to 10 p.m., no cover. Information: chateauthomas.com/event-listing or 812-988-8500.
The Paul Bertsch Band — Live music, Brown County Inn, 51 State Road 46 East, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. Information: browncountyinn.com or 800-772-5249.
Saturday, April 20
Steal the Show — Animal showmanship clinic, includes large animal session from 8:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and small animal session from 1:30 to 4:25 p.m., Brown County Fairgrounds on Memorial Drive, $5 for one session or $8 for both, lunch included. Register: Email [email protected] or call Hannah Huber at 812-720-1350.
Weave-in, Spin-in — For all skill levels, Brown County Public Library, 205 Locust Lane, 10 a.m. to noon, free, can bring looms, spindles and wheels, ask questions, share projects and ideas, teens and adults. No registration. Information: 812-988-2850.
The Birds at our Feeders — Brown County State Park Nature Center, 11 a.m., free program, park gate fee charged.
Easter Beer Hunt — SOLD OUT, for adults only, with treats hidden along trails, Hard Truth Hills, 418 Old State Road 46, 11 a.m.
Easter egg hunt — For ages 2 to 10, with appearance by the Easter Bunny, Deer Run Park, Deer Run Lane off McLary Road, 1 p.m., free, bring own basket.
Easter egg hunt — For up to age 12, prizes and treats given, one bicycle awarded in each age group, Brown County Health & Living Community, 55 E. Willow St., 2 p.m., free.
Bluebird nestbox-building workshop — State park Nature Center, 2 p.m., $10 per box, park entrance fee applies. Proceeds benefit Brown County Bluebird Club. Registration/information: [email protected] or 812-988-5240.
Sippin’ Trip — Guided tour from Brown County Visitors Center, 211 S. Van Buren St., with samples, shuttle to Brown County Winery, Bear Wallow Distillery, Hard Truth Hills, Chateau Thomas Winery, Visitors Center, 11 a.m. to about 2:30 p.m., $55 includes packed lunch. Information/reservations: browncounty.com/tours or 812-988-7303.
Dave Miller — Acoustic music, Little Gem Restaurant, Abe Martin Lodge, state park, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Information: 812-988-4418.
Wine and Canvas — Rawhide Ranch, 1292 State Road 135 South, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., $35 per person, includes snack and supplies, cash bar available. Information: 812-988-0085.
Chris Burch — Live music, Hard Truth Hills, 418 Old State Road 46, 7 to 10 p.m.
Impasse — Pop/rock band, Chateau Thomas Winery, 225 S. Van Buren St., 7 to 10 p.m., no cover.
An Evening with Leo Kotke — SOLD OUT, Grammy-winning acoustic guitarist, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., 7:30 p.m., $36.50, concessions, beer, wine, mixed drinks sold.
South of 44 — Live music, 19th Hole Sports Bar, Salt Creek Golf Retreat, 2359 State Road 46, 8 to 11 p.m., no cover.
Zion Crossroads — Live music, Brown County Inn, 51 State Road 46 East, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 21
Dave Miller — Acoustic music, Little Gem Restaurant, Abe Martin Lodge, state park, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Nature booth — Big bugs and spiders, Brown County State Park, Abe Martin Lodge lobby, 10 a.m. to noon, park gate fee applies.
Judith Montgomery and Family — Southern gospel singers, Gospel Lighthouse, corner of Hoosier and Sycamore streets in Morgantown, at 10 a.m. worship service.
Easter egg hunt — For toddlers through sixth-graders, after 10:30 a.m. worship service at Brown County Community Church, 2370 E. Main St., Helmsburg, breakfast offered.
Monday, April 22
Toddler Time — For ages 1 to 3 to sing, play, read and learn, Brown County Public Library, 11 a.m., free.
History tour — Guided walk, weather permitting, includes two videos that highlight humor and hardships of pioneers and artists, starts at Brown County Visitors Center, 211 S. Van Buren St., 1:30 p.m., $10, $8 per senior 65 and older, 12 and younger free.
Teen Time — Snacks, crafts and games, Brown County Public Library, 3 p.m., free.
Live trivia — All ages, with Tony White, teams of up to four players, 19th Hole Sports Bar, 2359 Salt Creek Golf Retreat, State Road 46 East, 6:30 to 8 p.m., free.
Line dance lessons — With Billy Crase, Mike’s Dance Barn, 2277 State Road 46 West, 6:30 to 9 p.m., $6. Information: 812-988-8636.
Tuesday, April 23
Brown County History Center open — 90 E. Gould St., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., free, donations welcome.
History tour — Guided walk, weather permitting, includes two videos that highlight humor and hardships of pioneers and artists, starts at Brown County Visitors Center, 1:30 p.m., $10, $8 per senior 65 and older, 12 and younger free.
BETA — After-school program for teens, with snacks, games, more, 175 S. Jefferson St., across from Salvation Army church, 3 to 6:30 p.m., free.
Get on the calendar: Something to Do is for events that include art, music, dancing, cards, movies and other live entertainment. The deadline to make the April 24 edition is noon Thursday, April 18. Email [email protected] or call 812-988-2221.
