Tuesday, May 14
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.
Wednesday, May 15
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, May 16
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.
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.
Dave Miller — Acoustic music, Brown Bike restaurant, 110 N. Van Buren St., 6 to 8 p.m.
Euchre tournament — 19th Hole Sports Bar, Salt Creek Golf Retreat, 2359 State Road 46, 6:30 to 8 p.m., free, prize is 19th Hole gift certificate. Information: saltcreekgolf.com or 812-988-4323.
J.C. Clements Band — Live music, Corn Crib Lounge, Brown County Inn, 51 State Road 46 East, 7 to 10 p.m., no cover. Information: browncountyinn.com or 800-772-5249.
Friday, May 17
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.
Nature Awareness Weekend — Guided walks, surveys and other activities, Stone Head Nature Preserve, State Road 135 South at Stone Head, 6 to 9 p.m., starting with pitch-in dinner, free. Information: stoneheadconservancy.org/naw.
Open Mic — Hosted by local guitarist Ross Benson, Chateau Thomas Winery, 225 S. Van Buren St., 7 to 10 p.m., no cover.
“Top Gun” — 1986 Tom Cruise action classic, rated PG, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., 7 p.m., $10, also Armed Forces tribute, uniforms/costumes encouraged, concessions, beer, wine and mixed drinks sold. Information: browncountyplayhouse.org or 812-988-6555.
Saturday, May 18
Dances with Dirt — Extreme foot races, 50M, 50K, marathon, extreme relay, half-marathon and 10K, Mike’s Dance Barn, 2277 State Road 46 West, races start at 6:15 a.m. Information/registration: dwdgnawbone.com
Electronic recycling day and paper shredding — Brown County Solid Waste Management District property, Greasy Creek Road and Old State Road 46 East, 8 a.m. to noon (9 a.m. to noon for shredding), $20 per TV or computer monitor, free shredding.
Nature Awareness Weekend — Guided walks, surveys and other activities, Stone Head Nature Preserve, State Road 135 South at Stone Head, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., free. Information: stoneheadconservancy.org/naw.
Shelby American Automobile Club Spring Fling — Mustang and Ford owner contest and show, Brown County State Park, Mustang show at 9 a.m., chili picnic and awards banquet that evening, $25 for SAAC club members, free to see the cars. Information: [email protected] or 812-988-6406.
Weave-in, Spin-in — Bring looms, spindles and projects, for all experience levels, Brown County Public Library, 10 a.m., free.
Nature Journaling in the Footsteps of T.C. Steele — For ages 13 and older, T.C. Steele State Historic Site, 4220 T.C. Steele Road, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., free.
Mixed media and painting classes — Led by Lynne Medsker, using Yupo paper and an abstract style, B3 Gallery, 61 W. Main St., 10 a.m. to noon or 1 to 3 p.m., $45 per person. Registration: lynnemedsker.com/class-registration-page.html.
Fish fry — All-you-can-eat fish (dine-in only) or tenderloins, hot dogs, baked, beans, coleslaw, hush puppies and dessert, Hamblen Volunteer Fire Department, 4650 Sweetwater Trail, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., $10, 10 percent discount for military members and veterans.
Pioneer Village open — East Gould Street and Locust Lane, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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, 11 a.m. to about 2:30 p.m., $55, includes packed lunch. Information/reservations: browncounty.com/tours or 812-988-7303.
Fish fry — Combo plate, side dishes, drinks and desserts, hot dogs and breaded tenderloins also available, Fruitdale Volunteer Fire Department, 5200 State Road 135 North, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., $9.
Paint’N Party — Guided by Dee Manzenberger, Brown County Winery, 4520 State Road 46 East, 1 p.m., $40 per person. Registration: [email protected] or 812-988-6144.
Dave Miller — Acoustic music, Little Gem Restaurant, Abe Martin Lodge, state park, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Information: 812-988-4418.
Back in the Day — Band from Columbus performing classic rock concert, with silent auction to benefit local veterans, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., 7:30 p.m, $16.50, Armed Forces uniforms encouraged, concessions, beer, wine, mixed drinks sold.
Slip Mahoney — Live music, 19th Hole Sports Bar, Salt Creek Golf Retreat, 2359 State Road 46, 8 to 11 p.m., no cover.
Sunday, May 19
Nature Awareness Weekend — Guided walks, surveys and other activities, Stone Head Nature Preserve, State Road 135 South at Stone Head, 7 to 10:30 a.m., free. Information: stoneheadconservancy.org/naw.
Dave Miller — Acoustic music, Little Gem Restaurant, Abe Martin Lodge, state park, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Pioneer Village open — East Gould Street and Locust Lane, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Dawg Gone Walk and Fiesta — Walk and contests for dogs and their owners, pampering stations, info boots and shopping, Deer Run Park, noon to 2:30 p.m., $20 per dog. Information/tickets: bchumane.org/dawg-gone-walk-fiesta or 812-988-7362.
Morgantown Memorial Parade — Downtown Morgantown (State Road 135 North), 1 p.m.
For Suzannah’s Sake — Benefit concert for Playhouse Executive Director Suzannah Zody, with music by Dave Gore and Robbie Bowden, Chuck Wills and Friends, Hamilton Creek, Jenn Cristy and Eric Brown, and Kara Barnard and Friends, 2 to 4 p.m., donations accepted.
Tuesday, May 21
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.
Wednesday, May 22
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.
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 17 edition is noon Thursday, April 11. Email [email protected] or call 812-988-2221.
