Wednesday, July 18
Creative Builders — Building with Lego, Duplo, Keva Blocks, Magna Tiles, for 12 and younger, lower-level meeting room B, Brown County Public Library, 205 N. Locust Lane, 10 to 11 a.m.
History tour walk — One mile with up to five rest stops, includes local natural history of land, peoples, industry and art colony, old to new, humor and hardships of rural folks vs. artists, Brown County Visitors Center, 211 S. Van Buren St., 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., $10, $8 per senior, 12 and younger free, walk-ins welcome. Information: browncounty.com or 812-988-7303.
Jeff Foster — Guitar music, Hobnob Corner restaurant, 17 W. Main St., 6 to 8 p.m., no cover.
Thursday, July 19
History tour walk — One mile with up to five rest stops, includes local natural history of land, peoples, industry and art colony, old to new, humor and hardships of rural folks vs. artists, Brown County Visitors Center, 211 S. Van Buren St., 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., $10, $8 per senior, 12 and younger free, walk-ins welcome.
Hands on History — Pioneer activities for children ages 8 to 12, Brown County History Center, 90 E. Gould St., 1 to 4 p.m., $5 per child. For required pre-registration, visit browncountyhistorycenter.org or call 812-988-2377.
Gospel sing open mic — Bring a song, listen or sing, Green Valley Apostolic Church, 385 S. Green Valley Church Road off State Road 46 West, 6:30 p.m. Information: 812-720-1291.
“Incredibles 2” — Animated adventure, rated PG, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., 7 p.m., $5 per student/child, $6 per adult, concessions, local beer and wine sold. Information: browncountyplayhouse.org or 812-988-6555.
Friday, July 20
History tour walk — One mile with up to five rest stops, includes local natural history of land, peoples, industry and art colony, old to new, humor and hardships of rural folks vs. artists, Brown County Visitors Center, 211 S. Van Buren St., 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., $10, $8 per senior, 12 and younger free, walk-ins welcome.
Bean Blossom Farmers market — St. David’s Episcopal Church parking area, state roads 135 North and 45, Bean Blossom, 4 to 7 p.m. Information: beanblossomfarmersmarket.org or 812-988-1038.
Wellness retreat — With yoga, massage, meditation and more, state park Abe Martin Lodge, 4 to 9:30 p.m. and 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, $139. Information/registration: SummerBliss-Wellness-Retreat on Facebook or 317-501-9000.
Bingo — Fruitdale Volunteer Fire Department, 5200 State Road 135 North, Bean Blossom, doors open at 5 p.m., bingo starts at 6 p.m.
Frank Jones and Jeff Foster — Folk-Americana music, Chateau Thomas Winery, Coachlight Square, 225 S. Van Buren St., 7 to 10 p.m., no cover. Information: chateauthomas.com or 812-988-8500.
“Creating Happiness” — With live music, six storytellers, confetti, interactive activities, a balloon drop, light show, “takeaways,” Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., doors open at 7 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m., $15 per adult, $14 per senior, $11 per student. Information: browncountyplayhouse.org or 812-988-6555.
Spare Change Band — Live music, jam, 19th Hole Sports Bar, Salt Creek Golf Retreat, 2359 State Road 46 East, 8 p.m.
Paul Bertsch Band — Live music, Corn Crib Lounge, Brown County Inn, 51 State Road 46 East, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m., beer, wine, cocktails, food sold, outdoor seating available. Information: browncountyinn.com or 1-800-772-5249.’s
Saturday, July 21
Wellness retreat — With yoga, massage, meditation and more, state park’s Abe Martin Lodge, 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., $99. Information/registration: SummerBliss-Wellness-Retreat on Facebook or 317-501-9000.
Weave-in, spin-in — For teen and adult weavers and spinners, expert or beginner, Brown County Public Library, 10 a.m. to noon, free, bring looms, spindles, wheels; share weaving, spinning projects, ideas, questions. Information: 812-988-2850.
Snake Fest — educational activities with WildCare and Scaley Talez reptiles, rattlesnake walk, pet care tips, concert at 6 p.m.with Moe Z Starr, Piney Woods Blues show band, Thee Vatos Supreme and Alexander Lee’s honky tonk machine, state park Nature Center, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., activities free, concert $5, park entrance fee applies. Information: in.gov/dnr/parklake/2988.htm or 812-988-6406.
Sippin’ Trip — Guided tour with samples, shuttle to Brown County Winery, Bear Wallow Distillery, Hard Truth Hills, Chateau Thomas Winery, Brown County Visitors Center, 211 S. Van Buren St., 11 a.m. to about 2:30 p.m., $55, includes packed lunch, souvenir and goodie bag. Information/reservations: browncounty.com/tours or 812-988-7303.
Cabaret On Strings — 20-minute marionette variety show, Melchior Marionette Theatre, west side of South Van Buren St., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., $5. Information: peewinklespuppets.com or 800-849-4853.
South Central Indiana Blues Society party — Music on two stages by J.C. Clements, O2R, Benson-Wills, Dicky James Band, Will Scott, Rebekah Meldrum Band, King Bee & the Stingers and friends, Indiana Redbarn Jamboree, 71 Parkview Road, gates open at noon, music from 3 to 11 p.m., $15 in advance, $20 at gate, 10 and younger free (adult supervision required), tent camping $5 per person, raffle prizes, food sold. Information: facebook.com/events/1232468786885324. Tickets: redbarn-jamboree.ticketleap.com/sci-blues-3rd-anniversary-party-at-indiana-red-barn or 317-374-0342.
Brown County Fair Baby Contest — 6 p.m., fairgrounds Exhibit Hall, Memorial Drive, free admission.
Dave Miller — Acoustic music, Little Gem Restaurant, Abe Martin Lodge, state park, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Information: 812-988-4418.
Dance lessons, country band — Mike’s Dance Barn, 2277 State Road 46 West, doors open at 6 p.m., dance lessons at 6:30 p.m., house band at 7:30 p.m., $8 cover until 9 p.m., food sold. Information: 812-988-8636.
Bakersfield Bound — Texas country music, Chateau Thomas Winery, Coachlight Square, 225 S. Van Buren St., 7 to 10 p.m., no cover.
“American Graffiti” — 1973 movie, rated PG, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., 7 p.m., $10 per adult, $8 with costume, concessions, local beer and wine sold. Information: browncountyplayhouse.org or 812-988-6555.
South of 44 — Rock music, 19th Hole Sports Bar, Salt Creek Golf Retreat, 2359 State Road 46 East, 8 p.m.
Sunday, July 22
Dave Miller — Acoustic music, Little Gem Restaurant, Abe Martin Lodge, state park, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Nashville Farmers Market — Brown County Inn parking lot, 51 State Road 46 East, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Information: facebook.com/nashvilleindianafarmersmarket.
Sippin’ Trip — Guided tour with samples, shuttle to Brown County Winery, Bear Wallow Distillery, Hard Truth Hills, Chateau Thomas Winery, Brown County Visitors Center, 211 S. Van Buren St., 11 a.m. to about 2:30 p.m., $55, includes packed lunch, souvenir and goodie bag. Information/reservations: browncounty.com/tours or 812-988-7303.
4-H Cat Show — 3 p.m., Brown County Fairgrounds Pavilion, Memorial Drive, free admission.
“Incredibles 2” — Animated adventure, rated PG, Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., $5 per student/child, $6 per adult, concessions, local beer and wine sold. Information: browncountyplayhouse.org or 812-988-6555.
Monday, July 23
History tour walk — One mile with up to five rest stops, includes local natural history of land, peoples, industry and art colony, old to new, humor and hardships of rural folks vs. artists, Brown County Visitors Center, 211 S. Van Buren St., 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., $10, $8 per senior, 12 and younger free, walk-ins welcome.
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, July 24
Toddler Tuesday — Paint with water craft, free activity for toddlers while caregivers socialize, The Toy Chest, 125 S. Van Buren St., 10:30 a.m.
History tour walk — One mile with up to five rest stops, includes local natural history of land, peoples, industry and art colony, old to new, humor and hardships of rural folks vs. artists, Brown County Visitors Center, 211 S. Van Buren St., 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., $10, $8 per senior, 12 and younger free, walk-ins welcome.
4-H Rabbit Showmanship — 7 p.m., Brown County Fairgrounds Poultry and Rabbit Barn, Memorial Drive, free admission.
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 July 25 edition is noon Thursday, July 19. Email [email protected] or call 812-988-2221.
