Brown County Almanack

FaLL 2023 visitors guiDe

1 Rocket Fizz

2. Lil’ Black Bear Inn

3. Explore Brown County/ Valley Branch Retreat

4. Bear Wallow Distillery

5. Brown County Winery

6. Hills O’ Brown Vacation Rentals

7. 1875 Homestead B&B

8. Brown County Antique Mall

9. Harmony Tree Resorts

10. Abe Martin Lodge

11. Brown County KOA

12. Hard Truth Hills Distillery

13. Brown County Community Foundation

14. Brick Lodge

15. Mike Nikels Log Cabins

16. Brownie’s Bean Blossom Restaurant

17. Helmsburg Station

18. Farm House Café

19. Brye Real Estate / Porch Swing Vacation Homes

20. Grandpa Jeff’s Trail Rides

21. Story Inn

The attractively remodeled restaurant and bar serves dinner daily, boasting a menu unlike any other in the county. Upscale veteran owned restaurant specializing in prime steaks and seafood along with fine wine. Our menu offers the freshest, mouth-watering ingredients. Our staff is there to give you impeccable service in a splendid, energetic atmosphere perfect for any occasion.

The bar attached to the restaurant is named The Wardroom in honor of the owners’ affiliation to the U.S. Navy. Military décor from all branches adorn the walls, and fine bourbons and spirits await.

The Nashville Chop House is at the North end of downtown Nashville, inside Hotel Nashville, above registration, 245 N. Jefferson ST. Open

Is there a better time of year in Brown County than fall? From fairs and festivals to a break from stifling heat to school being back … and of course the changing colors of the season … fall is just about perfect in Brown County.

It’s been a good summer for local shopping, but things can pick up even more in the fall. Folks who want to catch the vibrant fall foliage will fill up hotel rooms, which means busy restaurants and cash registers ringing for local shops.

All of it, in all its glory, is what life in Brown County is like.

Welcome to our Fall Almanack!

is there a better place to be on a warm Hoosier day than downtown nashville?

Sitting on a bench enjoying the day … it can’t get much better than that.

Downtown Nashville offers history, modern things and everything in between. Need a break from walking around? There’s usually great entertainment along the way.

The Salt Creek Trail has been going on for some time.

Salt Creek Trail

Brown County gains a new walking trail

There’s plenty to do in Brown County, and soon there will be even more.

The long-awaited Salt Creek Trail is in its third phase of development. The trail will extend from Brown County State Park to the Red Barn Jamboree.

Planning for phase three began several years ago and the project was given a $750,000 grant by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. With issues arising during the second phase of development, connecting the YMCA building to the Red Barn Jamboree, the decision was made to jump ahead to

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the third phase. However, weather and other factors created more delays.

The length of the trail connecting Brown County State Park and the Red Barn Jamboree is estimated to be half a mile.

The goal for Salt Creek Trail is to blend the nature of Brown County with the street-life of Nashville, showcasing all the area has to offer to families and tourists. Plans are in place for the trail to eventually extend from the CVS parking lot to Brown County State Park and is estimated to be roughly three miles in length.

Currently, Salt Creek Trail is three-quarters of a mile and extends from the Brown County YMCA building to the CVS parking lot. The trail takes you over the creek and under the bridge and has a playground for kids. On the trail you can experience the outdoorsy side of Brown County while being close to the downtown shops. It’s also a great way for guests staying at the Brown County Inn to walk to town. The trail is open from dawn until dusk.

Material is there to get started on the completion of the Trail.

The ground has been too wet, is what Park & Rec has been told.

Currently, the Salt Creek Trail is three-quarters of a mile in length.

Nashville Police Chief Heather Burris was one of only 50 police chiefs from around the country who was selected to attend an FBI leadership conference in Virginia. The FBI National Command Course, which took place in July, offered training courses and seminars covering numerous topics surrounding law enforcement leadership.

The National Command Course was originally developed in 2020 to fill a void in FBI strategic leadership training programs for policing executives. According to the FBI website, in the United States, law enforcement agencies with fewer than 50 sworn employees comprise more than 80 percent of departments, yet leaders of these agencies often lack funding and / or manpower availability to send employees away for weeks at a time to attend nationally recognized executive leadership programs.

The inaugural session of NCC took place in 2021 and will continue to graduate 100 law enforcement executives annually.

“It is a big deal and I’m very honored and very humbled to get this opportunity,” Burris told the Brown County Democrat.

This one-week program included numerous benefits, such as improved relationships between law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve, increased liaison between departments resulting in more effective policing and enhanced public safety overall. Topics included emotionally intelligent leadership, active bystandership in law enforcement, leadership discussions, physical fitness, image management, sleep solutions for officers, leadership strategies, stress in law enforcement and weapons, ammo and body armor instruction.

“It’s bringing people together from all over the country to look at different ways of doing business,” Burris said. “Bringing in different ideas, bringing in people from all over, to collaborate and look

at different techniques other departments use, just giving more resources and tools to try to use to give you a broader approach to other types of policing.”

Burris said she had to apply through the local FBI office, which is located in Indianapolis. Each state has the opportunity to have a selection, she said. To apply, she submitted a letter that included information about herself, why the opportunity to attend the event was important to her and what benefit her attendance would bring back to the Nashville community and the local police department. Burris said she referenced the fact that she is a young chief with a drive to continually grow and educate the Nashville department. She wrote that it would be beneficial to continue to find ways to lead the department for not only the benefit of the community, but the officers as well. She also wrote about the specific challenges she

Nashville Police Chief Heather Burris said she struggles with not getting overwhelmed by

faces as the leader of a small department in a small town.

“As the chief, you are doing everything,” she put in her letter. “I find myself struggling sometimes to keep up. Although I have an awesome group of officers that support the direction I am leading the department, sometimes it is easy to get consumed in the office work. I want to make sure that I don’t take away from the officers that are sacrificing daily to make sure the department stays successful under my leadership. With that being said, I don’t ever want to get in a position where I feel like the department is becoming stagnant or at a standstill with no direction.”

Burris said it is important to her as a leader to constantly “keep the flow of knowledge and education growing” and “maintain the growth in a positive direction.” She said she is hoping to absorb wisdom from others at the conference who have experience as chiefs in other areas of the country.

“I am very, very grateful and I am going to sponge as much of it as I can and bring it back, I think it will be very beneficial for the community,” Burris said. “I am very thankful for the opportunity to be able to do something like this, and for the support from my merit board, the council and the officers with the police department to maintain public safety while I’m gone.”

Heather Burris poses outside of the Nashville Police department.

Chief Heather Burris

Nasvhille Police Chief Heather Burris works away at her desk.

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Total Solar Eclipse Watch Party

April 8, 2024

Brown County, Indiana

Brown County will play host to one of nature’s most impressive phenomena: a total solar eclipse. This particular eclipse is a rare and spectacular celestial event that is sure to captivate stargazers and astronomers alike.

During the lead-up to the eclipse, we will have guest speakers, eclipse activities for all, and thousands of visitors ready to stare off into space. Stay tuned for viewing parties, build-up seminars, and how you can be involved!

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Things continue to progress on a new medical office building in Nashville. Indiana University Health and the Brown County Community YMCA already have zoning approval to move forward with the construction of a new medical office building off State Road 46E and Maple Leaf Boulevard in Nashville.

The new facility will be home to IU Health primary care and walk-in services. It will also allow for possible expansions in the future, such as the addition of orthopedics. The location will also reinforce the strong relationship between IU Health and the YMCA in Brown County.

IU Health will manage the construction from start to finish, working closely with the YMCA and Nashville community officials to ensure the community’s needs stay top-of-mind throughout the process. After construction is complete, IU Health will rent the space from the YMCA and continue seeing patients in the new building. This will allow the YMCA to begin planning for future additional services as they continue the wonderful work they do in the community. Additional information, including plans for the current building, will be shared as it becomes available. This combined effort to bring better health services

to Brown County is being made possible by significant gifts to the IU Health Foundation and the Brown County Community YMCA by the family of Sue Borgelt, for which the Health pavilion will be named.

Sue Borgelt proposed the creation of the present Brown County Community YMCA with her husband, Burt, in collaboration with Brown County Community Foundation. About IU Health

Named among the “Best Hospitals in America” by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years, Indiana University Health is dedicated to providing a unified standard of preeminent, patient-centered care. A unique partnership with Indiana University School of Medicine – one of the nation’s leading medical schools – gives our highly skilled physicians access to innovative treatments using the latest research and technology.

Learn more at www.iuhealth.org.

“I think its wonderful,” Brown County Commissioner Jerry Pittman said last week. “We’re kind of isolated, in a way, between Columbus and Bloomington, as far as having a hospital, and I think this will further fill that gap. We’ve had the doctors offices at the Y and we do have Brown County Health and Wellness, but we don’t really have an Urgent Care type of facility and I understand this will be part of that. I think this will be a great addition to our community and I think it’s a great location as well.

In addition, Pittman said that being able to have a family doctor association within the community will be another beneficial aspect.

Ascension Fine Arts

Flight attendent’s mixed media artwork now on show

Ascension Fine Arts is hosting “Freda Do’it Designs Presents The Eclectic Me”, a special exhibit of work by local artist Terri Jones. The show will hang from July 25 through Aug. 20.

Terri spent 26 years traveling the world as an airline flight attendant before retiring to Brown County. She is an artist with a passion for fabrics, textiles and vintage jewelry, as well as painting. Her mixed media pieces are colorful, eclectic and unique.

Ascension Fine Arts/ B3 Gallery show work from approximately 80 Indiana artists, and has working studios where you can meet local artists and watch them working. The gallery carries a variety of painting, photography, digital art, mixed media, sculpture, small furniture, jewelry, glass and more. It is located at 61 W. Main St. in Nashville and open 10-5 daily. For more information about this show or the gallery please call 812-988-6675.

Above & Next Page: Three examples of local artist, Terri Jone’s , artworks

Geocaching

Perez and friends from sierra Club found a hidden treasure.

Brown County Democrat reader Mary Perez shared an interesting story and a photo detailing the interesting world of geocaching. For those not aware, geocaching involves using GPS coordinates to find (or hide) “geocaches.” When someone follows the coordinates and discovers the prize, they often find a waterproof container containing a log book where they can sign their names. According to Wikipedia, there are a few million geocachers in the U.S. Perez and a few friends from Sierra Club recently undertook geocaching. They knew that Buffalo Cemetery held a cache so they walked up the county road to the cemetery. After exploring the cemetery and marveling at graves from the late 1700s, they followed the hints in the app. It told them they were within four feet of the cache and everyone poked around in tall grass until one of Perez’ friends spotted a small container about three inches tall and three inches wide. It contained several small trinkets and a long strip of paper with names of other “finders” dating back to 2014.

They signed the paper with their geocaching names, took pictures to commemorate the find and returned the

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Mary Perez & the Sierra Club celebrate a fun day out hunting for a geocache.

container to its hidden location.

Perez said that the app, www.geocaching. com, is free and can lead to some interesting and out of the way places!

If you have your own geocaching adventures in Brown County you’d like to share, please e-mail us at newsroom@ bcdemocrat.com

Each cache contains a record of the previous geocachers who found it.

Touch A Truck

TThe Brown County Weekend Backpacks hosted their fourth Toucha-Truck event at the Music Center this summer and more than 1,200 children, parents and grandparents attended. Kids of all ages saw their favorite vehicles, jumped inside and honked horns and ran sirens.

“We are so grateful for the support of our event sponsors and the volunteers donating their Saturday to make this a fabulous event,” said Debbie Kelley, Brown County Weekend Backpacks board member and event organizer. “We had 50 vehicles and a hundred volunteers at the event, plus 28 financial sponsors who contributed $18,000 for the Weekend

Backpacks’ food purchases. Without their support, this event would not have been possible. We sincerely appreciate all they do for Brown County.”

The Touch-a-Truck event at the Music Center on June 24 drew more than 1,200.

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Antiques, like this one, were on display.

Kids found all kinds of different ways to interact with trucks and heavy equipment. This year’s event was presented by Duke Energy and SCI REMC. $18,000 was raised thanks to the help of volunteers and community-minded businesses.

Along with our Brown County emergency vehicles, the event had bucket trucks, concrete mixer and pump truck, a NASCAR stock car, 1930’s clown car, backhoe, giant excavator, tow truck, and a 2021 Corvette Stingray 3LT Z51 convertible. All vehicles were open to explore. Kelley said none of the people, businesses and organizations were paid for bringing the vehicles to the event, and all expenses were covered by event sponsors.

“This event is a fundraiser for the Brown County Weekend Backpacks, who provide weekend food for children in our community so they can come to school ready to learn on Monday. Our goal is keeping hungry children fed with nutritious food all weekend long.” said Jan Swigert, Brown County Weekend Backpacks president.

Cuties, like this one, were all smiles at the event.

There were a lot of helping hands around.

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‘Playing their hearts out’

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youth showcase coming to Playhouse

IIt’s an annual event that showcases not just hard work, but love for music. This year’s Brown County Youth Showcase. took place in July and once again gave local musicians, teachers, fans and especially students a chance to shine.

According to Kara Barnard, local musician, teacher and host of the show, the Youth Art Showcase has been going strong for more than 10 years.

The show is usually in the spring, but it was pushed to the summer of this year because of scheduling conflicts.

“Our spring was so busy this year that we just postponed it and decided to do it in July,” Barnard said last week.

Barnard said a little more than a dozen kids took part in this year’s show at the Brown County Playhouse. A variety of instruments and songs were selected. She said that all the

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The grand finale of last year’s Youth Music Showcase included a group performance from youth students, family members and Kara Barnard’s adult dulcimer class.

students enjoy challenging themselves with new approaches to their playing.

“One of my banjo players will be playing over a Led Zeppelin guitar solo,” Barnard said as an example. “So, we’ve got some really wild things going on this year. The kids, every one of them, are really pushing it to the limits. The truth that I’ve got this year, is that my students have all reached that place in time where I can really challenge them to really do a lot of interesting, weird things that aren’t traditionally done on their instruments, and they absolutely love it and everybody is stepping right in to where they need to be.”

All the kids involved in the show are Bernard’s students. She said she teaches around 45 private students every week, and about 30 group students.

“I probably see close to 100 people a week, which is unheard of,” Barnard said.

Even though she meets with such a large number of students, Barnard said she really wants more kids from around the community to become involved in future showcases, so the performances are made up of more than just her students. She hopes to include members of the local schools and those who practice with other private instructors.

To get her students involved in the showcase, Bernard said she simply asks them to perform. She sees the event as a valuable learning experience for the kids, as they get to work through and learn about each part of a live event — from following the strict timeline schedule of such an event, to practicing in the green room before taking the stage, to facing their fears and actually performing their piece up on stage in front of a live audience.

“If they’re signed up on my regular teaching schedule, I ask them to play,” Bernard said. “I’ve had a few that I just can’t seem to get on stage because of stage fright. Most of them, I can get over that, but I’ve got a couple that just refuse. But, pretty much if you’re a young student of mine, you’re going to be doing the Youth Showcase.”

Bernard added that the finale of the showcase was highlighted by her adult dulcimer students, which add up to just under 30 musicians, including Bernard.

“We pretty much fill the stage,” she said.

According to Bernard, the students begin working on their show tunes around 4 or 5 months prior to the showcase. They begin by ironing out the specific arrangements each student is interested in, then when they come in for their weekly lessons, they work on

the piece as if they are playing in front of an audience.

“So I’m instructing on stage presence and how to look out in the audience, how to sing into a microphone,” she said.

The performers in the show ranged in age from around 8 all the way up to 19 years old. Bernard said a lot of her students start in grade school and stay with her for weekly instruction until they go off to college. One of the performers in the show, Mackenzie Crum, is actually in college currently, but still travels to do weekly lessons.

“it’s going to be a phenomenal year.””

- Kara Barnard

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“She’s done it all her life, and I don’t think she’s ready to let go of it yet,” Bernard said.

Those interested in attending the show can expect to see a variety of instruments, including the dulcimer, mandolin, banjo, acoustic and electric guitars, keyboard and even trumpet.

According to Bernard, the kids who have done the show in the past really look forward to it.

“As soon as they step off the stage, they’re going to be thinking about what they want to do next year because they’re so excited about it,” she said. “And each year, they try to better themselves and do something even more spectacular, so that’s why the lineup is going to be really great this year.”

Bernard said each time a new student has gone up for the first time, they have quickly come to enjoy the feeling of playing for a live crowd.

“I am with most of them (on stage), so we have a conversation and we talk to the audience and I boost them up, and before you know it, they are just playing their hearts out,” she said.

Bernard said the showcase has always been a very positive event for the kids, where the community has the chance to come support their hard work, while also getting to enjoy a great show.

“I feel like every year that we do this, the whole community comes out and everybody just gets to have a blast,” she said. “Really just urging the kids to do their best — audience participation, clapping, ‘oohing’ and ‘aahing,’ just encouraging the kids to give us their best performance.”

Mackenzie Crum plays with instructor Kara Barnard at last year’s Youth Music Showcase.

Instructor Kara Barnard listens as student Jack Hobbs plays during last year’s Youth Music Showcase.

Selma’s Garden

GBrown County is home to art, art and more art.

Painting Selma’s Garden, a joint event between Indiana Heritage Arts, Brown County Art Gallery Foundation, and the T.C. Steele State Historic Site, was done in conjunction with the annual Indiana Heritage Arts Exhibition. This year marked the 45th such showing. This juried exhibit is one of the largest in the Midwest and featured more than 100 paintings by 70 of Indiana’s top professional artists.

As part of the run of the show, artists are invited to paint at the Steele Site and offer their works for sale at a gala evening reception.

More than 30 artists took part and busloads of Steele Site visitors got to see them at work. Proceeds are shared between the artists and the three organizations.

IHA ended it’s run in July with healthy sales and lots of visitors. Next year, the IHA exhibit opens on June 7 and “Painting Selma’s Garden” will take place on June 15. The show opens July 21. All works are for sale.

Indiana Heritage Arts makes its home at the Brown County Art Gallery along with the Gallery Foundation.

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“Selma’s Garden Event” received support from the Brown County Community Foundation. Indiana Heritage Arts makes its home at the Brown County Art Gallery along with the Gallery Foundation. Indiana Heritage Arts invites visitors to stop by and visit. It is turning 100 years old in 2026!

“Selma’s Garden Event” received support from the Brown County Community Foundation.

This was the 45th event and is one of the largest in the Midwest.

Next year “Painting Selma’s Garden” will take place on June

This is a joint event between Indiana Heritage Arts, Brown County Art Gallery Foundation, and the T.C. Steele State Historic Site.

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Guest Musician Alayna Jacobus plays “God Bless America” during the opening ceremony.

Girl Scout Ashlynn Walters gives a speech on the importance of the flag.

Girl Scout Karma Harrison gives a speech on the history of the flag.

Color Guard Jalynn Reeves, Lexi Holland, Bailey Frick, Sophia O’Dell, Alaina Crenshaw, and Charlotte McKinney surrender the colors to Troop Leader Kiley Walters.

Attendees Recite the Pledge of Allegiance.

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participate in local flag retiring ceremony

On Flag Day, the Brown County Girl Scouts participated in a Flag Retirement Ceremony at Deer Run Park. In partnership with the local American Legion, the Girl Scouts retired a worn flag in a ceremony honoring our country’s flag, veterans, and active duty military. Planned and organized by Girl Scout Leaders Kiley Walters and Erin Daniels, the event was open to the public, and attended by members of the Nashville Metro Police Department, including Chief Heather Burris. Guest musician Alayna Jacobus played “God Bless America” at the opening, and “Taps” during the retirement of the flag. Girl Scouts Ashlynn Waltes and Karma Harrison gave a speech on the importance and history of our flag. A full color guard led by Scout Jalynn Reeves carried the retired flag to the fire pit for proper incineration. Participating in honored ceremonies such as this one is important to Brown County Girl Scouts. Civic Service is a core tenant of Girl Scouts, a fact that was appreciated by attendee, veteran, and Nashville Police Training Commander Reddick, who expressed his appreciation of younger generations continuing such traditions during the opening statements. After the completion of the retiring of the flag, the ashes were collected and deposited to the base of the flagpole at American Legion Post 13, who donated the flag for the ceremony.

Jalynn Reeves, Lexi Holland, Bailey Frick, Sophia O’Dell, Alaina Crenshaw, and Charlotte McKinney present the colors.

Girl Scouts Jalynn Reeves, Lexi Holland, and Bailey Frick head up the Color Guard.

Art Walk

new state park interpretive naturalist lands dream job

TThe Art Walk is every fourth Friday through October. It begins at 4 p.m. and lasts until 7 p.m. There are nine galleries around Nashville that stay open. Often there is live music and entertainment. It started more than 10 years ago and was initially sponsored by Art Alliance Brown County. In recent years the Town of Nashville Arts and Entertainment Commission has taken over. It is still an all-volunteer program and remains a free event that gives the public a chance to meet actual artists, watch demonstrations, eat snacks, and occasionally take part in “make and takes.”

Downtown gets new splash of color

Artist creates mural depiction people, places in county history

The walls of another building in downtown Nashville are receiving some color in the form of a mural — this time depicting local history and heritage. The content of the piece is fitting for the location, as it stretches along the side of the Heritage Mall off Van Buren Street.

The building, like many others in town, is celebrated for its unique history. This new mural by local artist Kurt Eagleman adds another layer to that history.

Eagleman told the Brown County Democrat that the piece captures a handful of figures and scenes that local residents will recognize. A portrait of Grandma Barnes is featured toward the Van Buren side of the wall, which was originally a photograph taken by Frank Hohenberger after Barnes won the title of “Spring Blossom Queen” during the town’s very first Spring Blossom Parade.

According to Eagleman, the organizers of the parade wanted a “young beauty” as the Spring Blossom Queen, but the artist stood up for Grandma Barnes instead, as she was an important figure in the town.

“She has a quote that says she loved when the painters came to paint her garden, because it felt like she was sharing her garden with the world through their paintings, so we’re going to put that down there,” Eagleman said.

Other features included in the mural are the Liar’s Bench with a view of the town of Nashville in the distance, a cabin on a hill and

Gustave Baumann working at his easel. Eagleman explained that Baumann’s likeness was also originally captured in a Hohenberger photo, but for the mural, the image is inverted to make it look like Baumann is painting the other figures of the mural before him.

Like those that came before, this mural is sponsored by the state. It was paid for by the Public Art Activation Grant, awarded by the Indiana Destination Development Corporation (IDDC).

The grant seeks to create Indiana-specific public artwork throughout the state of Indiana.

Public artwork created in partnership with artists features the new IDDC tourism campaign, “IN Indiana.” It is a non-matching grant of up to $5,000 to fund public art projects.

So far, more than 40 public arts projects have been completed by local organizations in 33 counties across the state, all funded by the IDDC, according to their website.

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The mural spans the whole side of the Heritage Mall and includes several historical Brown County figures and scenes.

Kurt Eagleman works on the details of Grandma Barnes’ face.

Local students work on the Heritage Mall mural.

Local students work on the Heritage Mall mural.

Free to Create

local group forms to help young artists get training and experience without financial burden

AA local group with a mission to help kids gain training and education in various artforms by removing the factor of cost for them. The group is called Young Indiana Artists, and it was created by local woman Bandy Russell, who took it upon herself to obtain a grant from the Indiana Arts Commission to fund the group.

“The purpose of this program was to allow kids that didn’t have the financial means to access professional training and be able to further their skills and learn from others if they can create a career out of art, if they wanted,” Russell told the Brown County Democrat. “So that’s where the Young Indiana Artists kind of bloomed from, as a lot of the programs are a financial burden and a lot of kids don’t have the means to do that.”

The kids were first able to learn pottery at Hesitation Point Pottery off State Road 46, just east of Nashville. There, the students first learned an overview of various pottery techniques. After learning a little bit about each option they had at their disposal, they decided on their own what techniques interested them and how they wanted to create their own pieces.

Some of the students enjoyed molding and shaping their clay by hand to make decorative items. Some used carving instruments to make pieces they could hang up at home, some shaped miniature figures to set up on a shelf or table, and another hand-molded tree trunk-like water bowls for their pet lizard.

Another student chose to more practical items, instead of decorative, in the form of a plate, bowl and mug. According to his teacher, he had no prior experience with pottery, but he was able to quickly master the fastest spinning wheel and shape those items in only three or four weeks.

All of the students agreed that working with clay was an enjoyable experience, and it even helped some with their anxiety.

Participants bounce some ideas off each other in the studio.

A detailed trunk formed from clay, which will be used to hold water for a lizard.

Many of the students said creating these detailed works helps soothe anxiety.

The students are set free to create whatever comes to mind.

A student poses with his handmade bowl, plate and cup.

Russell said she was originally motivated to start Young Indiana Artists in 2019, because there was a drawing program she wished to enroll her daughter in, but it was out of her budget.

“There was no way that I could afford that time to give her that professional experience,” Russell said. “So that’s what kind of budded out the Young Indiana Artists idea, is that any of the talented artists wouldn’t be hindered by their income, so that they could have those experiences, they could get that professional experience at a younger age.”

Russell also said she did not want to limit the group to just those 18 or above, because she recognized that a lot of artists need training and education as they’re growing.

“I also wanted them to be able to have knowledge and access to those who do it as a profession, to learn that art can be a profession for some people,” she said.

Using the grant money, Russell was able to purchase tools for all the current students, so that they can take them home and use for whatever they wish. She also said she received donations of glazes from Brickyard Ceramics, which she did not expect that at all, according to her.

“It all helps support (the kids), so that I didn’t have to spend that money out-of-pocket, so I can use it for more opportunities,” Russell said about the donations.

Russell said she has a mixed-media artist lined up for instruction in the fall. She said it will be a two-day program, and the amount of students she can enroll will depend on funding that remains.

“Any outside support would be greatly appreciated,” Russell said. “I would love to keep this going and use different artists moving forward and keep giving the kids opportunities that are interesting. Having willing artists to work with these kids is really important.”

To learn more information about getting your young artists involved or donating to the cause, contact Russell at bandyrussell@gmail.com.

LUNCH

TUes-sUN: 11:00AM-3:00PM

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steak, salmon, Chops

Creation flows out in many forms -- such as this “kitty bank.”

FooD, SNACKS & SPIRITS

rAF t E rs Food A nd s pirits At th E sEA sons l odg E A nd c on FE r E nc E cE nt E r, 560 State Road 46 East, offers dining with a beautiful view of the wooded hillside. Open Thursdays and Sundays 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays 11 a.m. to midnight. Call 812-988-2284 for reservations. www.seasonslodge.com.

bEAr WAlloW d istillEry, 4484 E. Old State Road 46, Gnaw Bone, is one of the first craft distilleries in Indiana. It uses only locally grown grains to make unique Indiana spirits in an old-fashioned copper pot still. Take the Farm-to-Fifth Tour and see how they make handcrafted Indiana Corn Whiskey. Try a Whiskey Lovers sample flight or a Moonshine Shake-up made with real fruit elixirs. Bear Wallow doesn’t just like to drink whiskey, but eat it as well, so come shop the “Eat Your Whiskey” section for a unique selection of whiskey-inspired edible creations. Open daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. for tours and tastings. (812) 657-4923, www.bearwallowdistillery. com and on Facebook for updates on events and hours of operation.

broWniE’s—where friends and family meet. We’re a family diner specializing in homestyle comfort food. Come sit a spell and enjoy wonderful home cooking like grandma used to make, service with a smile, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel like you stepped back in time to a place where you matter. For starters, one of our ‘from scratch’ homemade soups or chilis. Our daily specials include fried chicken, burgers, roast beef Manhattans and our guest favorite, “All you can eat” fried catfish. Don’t get too full because we also feature ‘from scratch’ Hoos’ur Pie Mama desserts such as Peanut Butter Pie, Sugar Cream Pie, Toasted Coconut Pie, Chocolate Pie, Bread Pudding, cobblers and crisps. Find us on Facebook! 812720-3743. 5730 N. State Rd. 135.

thE broWn county inn is just three blocks south of downtown Nashville. The beautifully remodeled restaurant and bar serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily as well as a brunch menu on Saturdays and Sundays. Enjoy a house cocktail or local craft beer by the fireplace in the lounge or treat the family to dinner on the large deck that overlooks the beautiful hills of Brown County. Brown County Inn serves a local, homemade, all-natural cuisine that will accommodate and satisfy any diet. Try our Midwest Cheese Board or Fischer Farms Peach & Bourbon Pork Chops and

finish off your meal with homemade dessert. Please call (812) 988-2291 for hours and reservations. 51 State Road 46 East, Nashville, www.browncountyinn.com.

Producing award-winning wines for more than 30 years, broWn county WinEry offers locally made wine, wine accessories and gifts for wine people, along with local jams, salsa and jelly. The tasting room is at the corner of Main Street and Old School Way. Stop by the winery and tasting room in Gnaw Bone, 4520 State Road 46 East. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, year-round. (812) 988-6144 or (888) 298-2984, www.browncountywinery.com.

t h E cA ndy d ish, 61 W. Main St., offers fine chocolates, fudge made right in the store, nostalgic candy and much more. Check out the Mr. Peanut collectibles display. (812) 988-7606.

One of the charms of cA rm E l c orn c ottAg E , 82 N. Van Buren St., is the size and how many products can fit inside. It serves everything from popcorn to candies to caramel apples and drinks. Even the signs on the walls are for sale. Samples are always free. (812) 9886011, www.carmelcorncottage.com.

cA s A dE l s ol, 101 Washington St., offers authentic Mexican cuisine in the heart of Nashville. Open daily with a kids menu and a full bar. (812) 988-4535.

cE d A r c r EE k Win E ry & b r EW c o., 38 E. Franklin St., features free tasting of locally made wines. The selection varies from bold dry reds to refreshing whites and sweet fruit wines. Open seven days a week from noon to 5 p.m.

country hEritAgE WinEry, 225 S. Van Buren St., Coachlight Square, offers award-winning vinifera wines, plus well-known musicians — local and otherwise — performing all styles of music from 7 to 10 p.m. every Friday and Saturday. You’ll find gourmet foods, cheese plates and gift items. Step upstairs to the loft and enjoy wine amid the Native American art in the John Elmore Gallery. Weather-permitting, grab a spot on the covered patio. Group tastings can be arranged in advance. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, noon to 7 p.m. Sunday. (812) 988-8500, www.countryheritagewinery.com.

thE chocol AtE moosE, 278 S. Van Buren St., has been making delicious, premium homemade

ice cream since 1933. Whether you’re craving a shake, malt, banana split, sundae or a blizz, any of the 16-plus homemade flavors will hit the spot. Don’t have a sweet tooth or need a little boost? it also serves coffee and espresso-based drinks all made with locally roasted beans from Brown County Coffee Company. Hungry too? You’ll find everything from fresh-baked cinnamon rolls to coney dogs with homemade coney sauce on the menu. In a hurry? Don’t settle for a chain. This is the only drive-thru in Nashville that doesn’t rhyme with Ronald’s. 278 S. Van Buren St., (812) 200-3101, www.moosebtown.com.

Enjoy live music every Friday and Saturday night at c orn c rib l oung E at the Brown County Inn, junction of state roads 46 and 135. Local musicians, as well as artists from surrounding areas and states, provide the live entertainment. (812) 988-2291.

t h E dA ily g rind, established in 1977, offers gourmet coffees and teas along with a delicious food menu. Breakfast features include Belgian waffles, yummy egg dishes, old-fashioned biscuits and gravy and a wide variety of Shapiro’s of Indianapolis bagels. Lunch choices include jumbo delistyle sandwiches, snacks, pastries and other goodies. Four coffees are brewing at all times. The restaurant also offers smoothies, iced coffees, old-fashioned root beer floats, fresh iced teas and ice-cold sodas. Come by and let the staff take care of your coffee needs, hunger pangs and sweet tooth. Open Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at 9 a.m., Saturdays and Sundays at 8 a.m. “Not just a coffee shop; a destination!” (812) 988-4808.

t h E FA rmhous E cAFE (seasonal), 5171 N. Upper Bean Blossom Road, offers healthy, fresh homemade meals and refreshing drinks served in an 1830s brick farmhouse. Enjoy homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, desserts, iced teas and fruit frizzes. Stroll through two acres of herb and perennial gardens before or after your meal. Lunch hours are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. every day. Sunday to Saturday. Call for seasonal hours. (812) 988-2004.

hA rv E st p r E s E rv E , 61 W. Main St., makes its own apple butter, plus sauces, mixes and spices. (812) 988-7606.

Enjoy assorted fresh roasted nuts, fudge, chocolates and more at J Ack A nd Jill n ut s hop, beside the Playhouse on South Van Buren Street. Mail order is available. (812) 988-7480.

With its rustic charm and quaint elegance, the l ittl E gE m rE stAur A nt, at the Abe Martin Lodge in Brown County State Park, is the perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy a Hoosier classic from the menu or a plate of offerings from one of the unique buffets. The outdoor patio seating offers spectacular views of the woods and park. The Little Gem Restaurant is open daily for breakfast from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., and dinner from 5 to 9 p.m.

m c d on A ld’s, Salt Creek Plaza, offers fast food, including burgers and fries, fish sandwiches, chicken sandwiches and assorted salads, plus breakfast favorites. Open daily. (812) 988-4452.

m ill E r’s i c E c r EA m h ous E , 61 W. Main St., has been making real homemade ice cream, the old-fashioned way with rock salt and ice, since 1977. Enjoy all the basic flavors (and then some) served in dishes, cake or homemade waffle cones, as shakes, malts, sodas or floats or on warm homemade cobbler or a sundae. Hours vary by season. (812) 988-0815, www.millericecream.com.

At nA shvill E Fudg E k itch E n, 60 S. Van Buren St., the creamy fudges are made the old-fashioned way, cooked in a copper kettle and hand-paddled on thick marble tables. The gourmet candy-coated popcorns are made from original recipes, and the hand-dipped candy, caramel apples, creamy fudge, gelato and ice cream are all favorites. Nashville Fudge Kitchen ships everywhere. (812) 9880709, www.nashvillefudgekitchen.com.

At the nA shvill E gE n E r A l s tor E & bA k E ry, 118 E. Washington St., enjoy chicken salad with grapes and pecans served with pumpkin bread, fresh soups or other sandwiches on fresh-baked bread or Kaiser rolls, plus fried biscuits with apple butter and fresh-baked desserts. (812) 988-6362.

o ut o F th E o rdin A ry s upp E r c lub and h ickory s ports bA r, 61 S. Van Buren St., is a full-service restaurant and bar serving lunch and dinner daily. Now nightlife has a new address with live entertainment, dancing and sports. Come hang out for major sporting events viewed on the gigantic-screen TV. It’s centrally located at the corner of Van Buren and Main streets in the heart of Nashville. Reservations recommended. (812) 7789730, www.goldenticketproductions. com and on Facebook.

Specializing in looseleaf teas, sWEE tEA’s tEA shop, 225 S. Van Buren St., Suite C, in

coAchlight s quA r E, also offers coffee and lemonade and a variety of cakes, cupcakes and cookies. Stop in for a relaxing getaway where you can unwind by the fireplace with a nice cup of tea, read a book, surf the Web with free Wi-Fi or chat with friends. Sweetea’s can be a destination for a bridal shower, baby shower, birthday party or a gathering place for a book club or Bible study. (812) 988-6515. t rolly’s (seasonal), at the corner of Van Buren and Gould streets, offers its own hickory-smoked pork barbecue, homemade sloppy Joes, Italian sausage and hot dogs with all the trimmings. Ask about the daily specials. Call for seasonal hours. (812) 988-4273.

b3 gAllEry Is at 61 W. Main St., on the second floor of the Village Green Building. It sells fine art and crafts made by local artists. Stop in to see the selection of jewelry, photography, glass, pottery, wood, painting, lithophanes, fiber arts and more. The gallery is open Sunday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

cAthy’s c orn E r, 39 E. Franklin St., offers a unique mix of antiques, jewelry, art and hard-to-find items. Take a look at the wide variety of items and paintings. Painting classes are available by appointment. (812) 988-4091 or email cathyscornerbc@gmail.com.

thE c hEE ky oWl, 71 W. Franklin St. in downtown Nashville, sells a little bit of everything, from Peace Frog clothing and stickers, essential oils, skincare and fragrances by Indigo Wild (ZUM), and Bridgewater soy candles infused with organic and natural scents. Owners Shelly and Ross Benson moved from the Chicago suburbs to Brown County in September 2017 and decided to open their shop in 2018. They strive to find fun and original products not offered elsewhere in other Nashville shops. Handcrafted straw and wool hats from Conner Hats give the men something to shop for while their wives shop the ladies jewelry and handcrafted bags and purses made from re-purposed military tents. CBD products from Medterra, Extract Labs and Green Roads can be purchased, and The Cheeky Owl prides itself in quality of these products and knowledge of their benefits.

h olly p ots s ton EWA r E llc , 59 East Main Street, Suite G, on Old School Way, in the Main Street Shoppes, 812-398-8010.. Holly Pots Stoneware LLC offers pottery in unique glaze designs and with a seemingly

unlimited color palette. Pieces include planters, luminaries, ornaments, yarn bowls, platters, pet food dishes, bowls, plates, vases, spoon rests, jewelry and ring holders, trinket trays, and more. Holly Pots also carries pieces from other local Brown County and Indiana artists, all handcrafted. Joh Ann A lEE bAthology allows you to transform your home into a spa. It offers all-natural cold press and glycerin soaps, luxury bath salts, bath bombs, candles, lotion bars, sugar scrubs, gift baskets and more, all handmade in the shop. Find it at 58 W. Main St. (812) 9886898, bathologyjohannalee.com.

Since 1992, m oonshin E lEAth E r c o. has offered high-quality handmade leather goods. All products are made in the U.S.A. by staff. Solid leather belts, work aprons, cellphone cases, wallets, handbags and briefcases are but a few of the items. They use only luxurious, high-quality beautiful leathers for their goods and guarantee the workmanship. Moonshine Leather Co., 38 S. Van Buren St., is open daily, 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Winter hours are 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. (812) 988-1326.

t h E t ot E m p ost, 78 S. Van Buren St., was opened in 1952 by Bill and Marielle Jockey. At the time, they did custom leatherwork and carried handmade American Indian jewelry and foreign crafts. Today, their merchandise has expanded, but the atmosphere is much the same. Many people bring their grandchildren to visit the shop they remember from childhood. Open daily, except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. (812) 988-2511, www.thetotempost.com.

Albert Drake Jr. creates contemporary jewelry and buys and sells estate, antique silver and gold jewelry at t ouch o F s ilv E r, g old & o ld. 87 E. Main St., (812) 988-6990.

t ulip t r EE J EWE lry is inside B3 Gallery on the second floor of the Village Green Building. Local jeweler Heather Bussert creates and sells her beaded pieces on site. Stop in and treat yourself to a local souvenir, or commission something special. Open Sunday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Ab E mA rtin l odg E , in Brown County State Park, has a 12,000-square-foot indoor water park, available to hotel guests first and to the public as space allows. (812) 988-4418.

b ill m onro E mE mori A l m usic pA rk & cA mpground, 5163 State Road 135 North, is home to the oldest, continuous running bluegrass festival in the world. Visit the Bluegrass Hall of Fame & Country Star Museum and, on weekends, shop at the Bean Blossom Flea Market.

b ro W n c ounty p l Ayhous E pE r F orming Arts cE nt E r , 70 S. Van Buren St., is a 426seat venue committed to bringing the best in a variety of local and national entertainment offerings. You’ll find the latest news on upcoming performances by visiting www.BrownCountyPlayhouse. org which frequently lists special offers. Join the chat about what is happening behind the scenes by liking the venue on Facebook. (812) 988-6555.

b ro W n c ounty m usic cE nt E r , 200 Maple Leaf Blvd., is a 2,000-seat music venue featuring regional and national acts performing every month. To learn more about the music center, see their schedule of shows and purchase tickets visit www.browncountymusiccenter. com. Find the music center on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. (812) 988-5323.

b ro W n c ounty s tAt E pA rk, Indiana’s largest state park, offers camping, hiking trails, mountain bike trails, horse trails, a saddle barn and nature center, picnicking, a swimming pool, fishing, tennis and playgrounds. Open year-round. (812) 988-6406, www.IN.gov/dnr/parklake.

b ro W n c ounty Win E ry has been making award-winning wines for more than 30 years. The tasting room is at the corner of Main Street and Old School Way. Don’t forget to stop by the winery and tasting room in downtown Gnaw Bone, 4520 State Road 46 East. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, year-round. (812) 988-6144 or (888) 298-2984, www.browncountywinery.com.

cE d A r c r EE k Win E ry & b r EW c o., 38 E. Franklin St., features free tasting of locally made wines. The selection varies from bold dry reds to refreshing whites and sweet fruit wines. Open seven days a week from noon to 5 p.m.

country h E ritAg E W in E ry, 225 S. Van Buren St. in Coachlight Square, provides awardwinning vinifera wines, and well-known musicians — local and otherwise — perform all styles of music from 7 to 10 p.m. every Friday and Saturday night. Visitors will find gourmet foods, cheese plates and gift items, as well as a friendly, knowledgeable staff. Step upstairs to the loft and enjoy wine amid the Native American art in the John Elmore Gallery or, weather-permitting, grab a spot on the covered patio near the fireplace. Group tastings can be arranged in advance. (812) 988-8500, toll free at (888)761-9463, www.countryheritagewinery.com.

E XplorE broWn county at Valley Branch Retreat is voted the No. 1 activity in Brown County by TripAdvisor. It offers 15 zip lines over 1 mile long; a treetop canopy adventure suspended 90 feet with speeds up to 45 mph; and the tallest, fastest and longest zips in Brown County. Visitors also can experience Night Flight zip lines with tiki torches and headlamps. Enjoy 30 miles of ATV, mountain biking and hiking trails, bike rentals, as well as paintball games and Arrow Tag archery games. The events hall accommodates 250 with a stage. Camping cabins accommodate 80. The property also offers camping, a fishing lake, canoes and paddle boats. Twoseater, four-wheel-drive hill buggy rides and an ATV training challenge tour are available, too. 2620 Valley Branch Road, (812) 9887750, www.explorebrowncounty.com.

g r A ndpA J EFF’s t r A il r id E s. Relax on a journey with Grandpa Jeff at Grandpa Jeff’s Trail Rides, 5889 S. Skinner Road, Morgantown. Take in the scenery and wildlife. No two rides are ever the same: sunny summer days, fall colors, winter snowfalls, spring blossoms, trail rides, pony rides, hayrides, cattle drives, custom excursions. Please give at least one hour notice. Reservations can be made using any of the following: 812-597-4630, cell 812-272-0702, www. GrandpaJeffsTrailRides. com, info@GrandpaJeffsTrailRides.com.

k idscommons, a children’s museum in downtown Columbus, 309 Washington St., offers families with toddlers to early teens a vibrant, safe setting where they can explore three floors of hands-on learning and fun. Spend time in the Childhood Garden, scamper up the 17-foot-tall climbing wall or hang out in the bubble room, where you can stand inside a body bubble. Don’t miss museum favorites ExploraHouse, home of the world-famous giant toilet, and Kids on the Move, a healthy lifestyles exhibit. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through

Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Open Mondays mid-June through mid-August. (812) 378-3046, www.kidscommons.org.

m ik E ’s m usic & dA nc E bA rn (seasonal), 2277 State Road 46 West, offers country music and dancing. Beer, wine and food are available in this non-smoking facility. Friday and Saturday shows are from 7 to 11 p.m. (812) 988-8636, www.thedancebarn.com.

s choon E r vA ll E y s tA bl E s (seasonal), 2282 State Road 46 West, offers more than the usual horseback ride, with the option to walk, trot or canter. With no age limit, the whole family is welcome. Hear some brief history of Brown County while meandering through the hills and hollers of Yellowwood State Forest. Reservations are appreciated. (812) 9882859, www.schoonervalleystables.com.

Wond E r lA b m us Eum o F s ci E nc E , hEA lth A nd tE chnology, 308 W. Fourth St., Bloomington, puts visitors in touch with the wonder and excitement of science through popular experiences like the two-story grapevine maze, the kinetic contraption, the BubbleAirium and close encounters with live animals. A special area provides science adventures for very young children. WonderLab is on the B-Line Trail in the downtown arts district. It’s open 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. (812) 337-1337, www.wonderlab.org.

yE lloWW ood s tAt E For E st, 772 yE llo WW ood Lake Road, has a 133-acre lake, primitive campgrounds, rowboat rental, hiking, hunting, fishing and bridle trails. (812) 988-7945, www.in.gov/dnr/forestry.

Ann E r yA n m ill E r g l A ss s tudio, 425 N. Johnson St., features handmade stained glass and metal overlay, lamps and sculpture. Specializing in custom-designed stained glass for the home or office since 1976, Anne Ryan Miller Glass Studio is a member of Hoosier Artist Gallery, 45 S. Jefferson St., and is also represented at Ferrer Gallery, 61 W. Main St., on the second floor of the Village Green Building. Open most days from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call for directions. (812) 988-9766, www.AnneRyanMillerGlassStudio.com.

b ro W n c ounty Art gA ll E ry, three blocks east of the courthouse on Main Street, Brown County’s original art gallery established in 1926, offers works for sale by Gallery Association members, plus consigned old Indiana art. The remodeled exhibition space now includes the Indiana Heritage Arts Gallery, featuring many of Indiana’s professional artists. Browse

the museum and enjoy works by the early art colony masters. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. There’s ample parking and free admission. (812) 988-4609, www. browncountyartgallery.org, brncagal@att.net

Art AssociAtEs oF broWn county, networking and social organization promoting each other as local artists and encourage creative output. Anyone who wishes to join is welcome. A permanent gallery is open at the Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Facebook: artistassociatesofBrownCountyIndiana; Email: aabc47448@gmail.com.

broWn county Art guild, 48 S. Van Buren St., showcases fine art and the Marie Goth collection. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday; January and February, weekends only; closed Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. (812) 988-6185, www.browncounty.org.

broWn county cr AFt gAllEry, a unique, cooperative gallery featuring the work of more than 30 local and area artisans, is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, except major holidays. It can be found at 62 E. Washington St. (812) 9887058, www.browncountycraftgallery.com.

b roW n county p ott E ry, 58 W. Franklin St., in the historic Antique Alley complex, is the working studio of Beth Mills. Pottery is made right on the premises and only sold here.

b uss E rt i m Ag E s is on the second floor of the Village Green Building.

cAthy hAgg E rty at Franklin Shoppes, 39 E. Franklin St., offers a unique mix of antiques, jewelry, art and hard-to-find items. Painting classes are offered. (812) 988-4091.

chris g ustin — h omE stEAd WEAving s tudio, 6285 Hamilton Creek Road, is two miles south of Crouch’s Market near Hilltop Christian Camp. Gustin, an Indiana Artisan, offers hand-woven “recycled rugs,” shawls, throws, clothing and scarves. Also, find equipment and supplies for weaving, knitting and spinning. Commissions are accepted. Visitors are welcome, and “day weaving” classes are available. Homestead Weaving Studio is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. most days from March through December and other times by appointment. www.homesteadweaver.com, (812) 988-8622, chris@homesteadweaver.com.

chArlEnE mArsh s tudio & gAllEry, 4013 Lanam Ridge Road, features beautiful, plein air and studio oil paintings of the Brown County landscape by Charlene Marsh. The artist hikes deep into the forest to create the paintings using palette knives. Her award-winning

paintings in collections throughout the United States and Europe are exhibited in the studio and gallery at the northern edge of Yellowwood State Forest, just five miles from town. Visitors are welcome. Open daily, but call first. (812) 988-4497, www.CharleneMarsh. com, Char@CharleneMarsh.com.

di X iE FErrEr, Ferrer Studio on Yellowwood Road, is the fine art gallery and studio of Dixie Ferrer. Dixie creates her paintings using a variety of techniques including mixed media collage and oil paints combined with cold wax. Her traditional and ethereal paintings are inspired by the nature that surrounds her. Open by appointment or special events. (812) 988-1245, ddferrer@att.net, www.dixie ferrer.com.

h olly p ots s ton EWA r E llc , 59 East Main Street, Suite G, on Old School Way, in the Main Street Shoppes, 812-398-8010. Holly Pots Stoneware LLC offers pottery in unique glaze designs and colors. Holly makes some pieces at the shop in Nashville, others she makes in her off-site studio in Brown County. Holly throws in the shop at least once a month, including for the Fourth Fridays Art Walk.

h oosi E r Artist gA ll E ry, 45 S. Jefferson St., features the work of more than 25 local and Indiana artists. Visit for contemporary fine art, fine crafts and gifts. Open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (812) 988-6888, www.HoosierArtist.net.

The work of Patricia Rhoden Bartels can be seen at the r hod E n gA ll E ry at eXplore Brown County, 2620 Valley Branch Road. Rhoden Bartels captures the beauty of nature in oil and acrylic paintings. Her work hangs in major corporations, private collections and museums across the country.

s pEA rs gA llE ry, 5110 State Road 135 South, 10 miles from downtown Nashville, is the working studio of Larry Spears. Here, find traditional pottery, finely crafted, and displays of decorative and functional pottery. Spears Gallery also has opened a downtown location: 15 S. Van Buren next to the Nashville House. There, find pottery by Larry Spears, fine art photography by Kyle Spears and jewelry by Tyler Spears. Studio gallery (812) 988-1287, downtown gallery (812) 988-1286, www.spearspottery.com.

t. c . s t EE l E s tAt E h istoric s it E , 4220 T.C. Steele Road off State Road 46 West, is open from early spring to late fall. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday; closed Mondays and most holidays but open July 4 and Labor Day. (812) 988-2785

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1875 h om E st EA d bE d & b r EA k FA st, 3766 State Road 46 East, is a charming country Victorian home built in the late 1800s. It invites you to step back in time and relax from the hustle-bustle and crowds of the village. Enjoy a scrumptious home-cooked country breakfast with richly brewed coffee or select teas. Complimentary soft drinks and homemade cookies are available each afternoon and evening. (812) 988-0853, homestead1875@aol.com.

Ab E mA rtin l odg E & cA bins, Brown County State Park, offer 160 rooms/cabins, a 12,000-square-foot indoor aquatic center, a full-service restaurant, game room, cable, hiking trails and beautiful vistas. The lodge was built in 1932 of hand-hewn native stone and oak timbers cut in the park. The main lodge has two spacious and comfortable lobbies with two fireplaces. (812) 9884418, abemartinlodge@dnr.state.in.us.

t h E Allison h ous E i nn, South Jefferson Street, is a charming whole-house rental in downtown Nashville featuring seven guest rooms with private baths. (812) 365-0690, theallisonhouseinn.com.

thE brick lodg E is just a mile north of Nashville on State Road 135. Enjoy two bedrooms with two baths, a game room with a pool table, cable TV, gas fireplace, outdoor hot tub, gas grill and a fully equipped kitchen. The lodge accommodates eight people. (812) 988-6429, www.bricklodge.com.

The newly remodeled b roW n county i nn is just three blocks south of downtown Nashville on the corner of state roads 135 and 46. The inn has 99 guest rooms with two suites, a restaurant and bar serving three meals daily, conference and meeting spaces, and a large year-round pool. Enjoy the beautifully landscaped grounds, including a new walkable edible garden, miniature golf, volleyball court and children’s play area. The Salt Creek Trail runs along the back of property for easy walks into town. Each guest room features a walk-out covered porch or balcony, coffee maker, hair dryer, phone, flat-screen TV and complimentary high-speed WiFi. Call for availability and rates. 51 State Road 46 East, Nashville, (812) 988-2291, www.browncountyinn.com.

cA mp pAl AWopEc lodg E & rE tr EAt Ar EA, 3497 Clay Lick Road, offers a lodge that sleeps 30 guests and outdoor cabins that can accommodate 70 guests. Enjoy 300 acres of woods, trails, a 4-acre lake, canoes, kayaks, beach, campfire areas, basketball court, ultimate frisbee, soccer field, horseshoes,

volleyball area, mountain bike trails, and an indoor meeting and dining area. Kitchen facilities are available. Open year-round. (812) 988-2689, www.camppalawopec.com.

q uA lity i nn, 75 W. Chestnut St., is a quartermile from downtown Nashville. A Platinum and Gold Award winner, the hotel has spacious, clean, comfortable rooms with HD flat screens in every room, complimentary hot and cold breakfast, an indoor pool, fitness room and high-speed Internet. Zip line and trail ride packages are available as well as other special package rates. (812) 988-6118, www.choicehotels.com.

c orn E rston E i nn A nd t h E l odg E , downtown Nashville at 54 E. Franklin St., has proudly served from a “Foundation of Excellence” since 1993. The downtown campus includes 23 exemplary guest rooms, 12 cottage suites, a three-bedroom cottage, a lofty studio apartment and their newest addition, a three-bedroom two-story lodge. Some accommodations feature balconies, whirlpool tubs and fireplaces. Enjoy beautiful gardens, front porch rocking chairs, firepit, porch swings and community balcony, free on-site parking, and WiFi. Great for couples, girlfriend getaways, corporate meetings, church groups, craft and writing retreats and more! Cornerstone Inn is more than just quaint and cozy, it’s a place for relaxation and rejuvenation. www. CornerstoneInn.com or 812-988-0300.

c ozy bEA r l og cA bin, State Road 46 West, can accommodate six guests with three bedrooms in queen beds. The upper level of this cabin has two bedrooms, a full bath with whirlpool tub and a pool table. The living room has a gas log fireplace. The television has a full satellite package and VCR/DVD player. The screened porch offers a relaxing hot tub. (765) 532-7454, www.browncountygetaways.com.

E Xplor E b ro W n c ounty provides affordable yet comfortable, rustic camping cabins grouped to accommodate 80 guests. Cabins have air-conditioning and heat and are equipped with a microwave and refrigerator. Some have cold-water sinks. Fire rings and picnic tables are provided outside each cabin. A public restroom with shower facilities is open year-round. After a full day of rigorous, exciting zip line, paintball and ATV activities, gather around the campfire to share adventure stories. Free WiFi available on front porch of cabins and front porch of Harvest

Hall. 2620 Valley Branch Road, (812) 9887750, www.explorebrowncounty.com.

Fondul Ac FA rm cA bin rE ntA ls, 5 miles west of Nashville on Lanam Ridge Road, offers three unique, fully-equipped cabins on 47 scenic acres with views, ponds, fishing, canoeing, hiking, fireplaces, outdoor fire pits, a hot tub and Internet. Cabins accommodate up to six people. (812) 988-4796, www.fondulacfarm.com.

g r EE n vA ll E y l odg E , 692 State Road 46 West, offers individually appointed rooms and grounds in a safe, quiet setting. The lodge offers king-size beds in the Royal Spa Hot Tub Suites and two double beds or one queen in the cozy overnight rooms. Ask about weeknight discounts. Wireless Internet is available. (812) 9880231, www.greenvalleylodge.com.

h ills o ’ b ro W n vAc Ation rE ntA ls, 4118 State Road 46 East near Gnaw Bone, is one of the largest full-service rental management companies in southern Indiana, managing more than 100 vacation homes, log cabins, guest suites and cottages in Brown, Bartholomew and Monroe counties. All vacation homes are fully furnished; most offer hot tubs, seasonal fireplaces and game rooms. They can accommodate from two to 24 guests, ideal for a romantic retreat, family gathering or celebrating a special occasion. The homes are located in various areas throughout the county: on private, wooded acreage, in the heart of Nashville, near Indiana University or with a scenic view. Reservations and information about all homes are available online at www.browncountylogcabins. com. Office hours are Mondays through Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (812) 988-6429.

h idd E n vA ll E y i nn, 201 N. Van Buren St., is a charming hotel just a short walk to shops, restaurants, theaters, galleries and activities. Each suite features a kitchen, dining area and living room. (812) 988-9000, (877) 988-9099, www.hiddenvalleyinn.net.

h illtop cA bin & l u X ury s uit E s, 3.5 miles from downtown Nashville, offers a range of options, from a one-bedroom cabin with fireplace to suites with full kitchens, seasonal gas log fireplaces, whirlpool tubs, pool table, big screen TV and private decks. Every suite and cabin has a VCR and DVD player, as well as VHS movies. Charcoal grills, a picnic table and fire pit are available for use by all guests. (812) 988-0984, www.browncountycabins.com.

h ot E l nA shvill E , 245 N. Jefferson St., offers 45 rooms with an indoor pool, hot tub, restaurant and lounge. The hotel features one- and two-bed suites with kitchenettes, dining/living room, two baths, balcony, cable TV and WiFi. Whirlpool suites and hot tub rooms available. Great for weddings, banquets and off-site catering. (812) 988-8400, www.hotelnashville.com.

The i ris gA rd E n c ottAg E s & s uit E s are quaint, cute and comfortable. The Iris Garden rests in the heart of the village of Nashville across the street from Big Woods restaurant and brewery. Our wonderful location allows you to walk out of your door and begin exploring the shops, restaurants, wineries and breweries without having to drive anywhere. A two-minute stroll will take you to six different restaurants (and four more within a five-minute walk from us). We offer comfortable accommodations of varying sizes that sleep from two to eight guests, some with kitchens, but all with a coffee maker, microwave and refrigerator. All have wonderful decks to sit on in the evenings and take in the fresh Brown County air. Open year-round. 812-988-2422, VisitBrownCounty.com.

l il b l Ack bEA r i nn, 8072 State Road 46 East, is a six-room bed and breakfast serving a delicious homemade breakfast every morning. All rooms have private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, satellite, mini refrigerators and free WIFI. Three rooms have two-person spa tubs and two have single-person spa tubs. Enjoy three acres of land which include a pond, grill, firepit and large patio. Pets and children are allowed. Lil Black Bear is close enough to downtown to enjoy all Nashville has to offer while still enjoying beautiful Brown County. (812) 988-2233, www.lilblackbearinn.com

n ick E ls vA c Ation cA bins, 3497 Clay Lick Road, offers four cabins to choose from: the Cabin in the Pines, the Antique Cabin, the Garden Cabin and the Kelly Reed Cabin. Each cabin is located with easy access to Brown County State Park and the Village of Nashville. The cabins accommodate two to six people and feature authentic Brown County stone fireplaces, unique cabin furnishings and lovely wooded settings. The Cabin in the Pines is pet friendly. All cabins have free WiFi. (812) 318-6559, NickelsVacationCabins.com

t h E n orth h ous E , 194 N. Van Buren St., offers three bedrooms featuring two king-sized beds, one queen-sized bed and a queen sleeper sofa, as well as private parking, a privacy fence around the rear deck, a grill and hot tub. (812) 9886429, www.northhousegetaway.com.

o ld mA gnoli A h ous E i nn, 213 S. Jefferson St. (behind the BP gas station, above 4th Sister Vintage) has overnight rooms filled with antique and vintage chairs, dressers and tables. Each room includes the modern amenities of Smart Cable TVs, pod coffee makers and wireless Internet. Three large, private rooms offer big comfy beds, lots of blankets, quilts, pillows, books and board games. The porch and common areas are great places for conversation in the overstuffed chairs or an old-fashioned game at the table. The inn accommodates up to 10 guests. Online reservations are available via the Old Magnolia House Facebook page.

r ustic El E g A nc E , State Road 46 West, is a newly-constructed four-bedroom log home on four acres with a panoramic view to the south and beautiful wooded views in every other direction. Decks and/or porches surround the cabin. It comes with a fully-equipped kitchen, a master bedroom with a king bed and master bath with a Jacuzzi tub large enough for two. The cabin also has a half-bath for guests, a sunroom overlooking the woods and two bedrooms with king beds upstairs. (765) 783-3003, www.browncountygetaways.com.

t h E sEA sons l odg E A nd c on FE r E nc E cE nt E r, 560 State Road 46 East, is perched on top of one of Brown County’s softly rolling hills. This full-service hotel features recently remodeled guest rooms, restaurant and lobby area. (812) 988-2284, (800) 365-7327, www.seasonslodge.com.

t h E Antiqu E cA bin, t h E gA rd E n cA bin, t h E kE lly rEE d cA bin A nd t h E p in E s cA bin, on Clay Lick Road, are individual, fully-furnished log cabins that sleep two to six guests each. They have complete kitchens, vintage claw-foot tubs and antique décor on the inside; and secluded, woodsy settings outside. Some cabins feature fireplaces, lofts or decks. They all include access to a 4-acre lake, hiking trails, canoes and kayaks, and are 10 minutes from Nashville. (812) 318-6559, NickelsVacationCabins.com.

Ab E mA rtin l odg E , Brown County State Park, offers meeting rooms, conference facilities and private dining areas for conferences, meetings, weddings or retreats. Seating capacity ranges from 10 to 400. The banquet department caters private meals, snacks and breaks and can also prepare a barbecue or meal function at one of the park shelter houses for groups of 50 or more. For smaller picnic groups, the lodge can prepare box lunches. (812) 988-4418, www.in.gov/ dnr/parklake/inna/abe/index.html.

Artists colony i nn, corner of Franklin and Van Buren streets, is a romantic, 19thcentury-style inn offering an elegant banquet room for bridal showers, rehearsal dinners or wedding receptions with 20 charming guest rooms and three executive whirlpool suites. Special menu selections are served plated or buffet-style. The inn also offers meeting space for up to 80 people. The Artists Colony specializes in small meetings with two meeting rooms that accommodate 10 to 50 people. Complete audiovisual equipment and highspeed Internet access are available. (812) 988-0600, www.artistscolonyinn.com.

t h E b ro W n c ounty h istory cE nt E r, 90 E. Gould St., is a centrally located venue in Nashville for receptions, reunions or meetings. It features a spacious Grand Hall, small rooms and a catering kitchen. 812988-2899, browncountyhistorycenter.org.

thE broWn county inn is conveniently located just three blocks south of beautiful downtown Nashville on the corner of state roads 135 and 46. With the hills of Brown County as its backdrop, the recently remodeled, 99-room inn sits on 10 beautifully landscaped acres, with a restaurant and bar on site. Amenities include a large, covered indoor pool, playground, miniature golf, volleyball, complimentary high-speed WiFi and more. The Brown County Inn has both indoor and outdoor event spaces perfect for your wedding, retreat, conference, or reunion of up to 200 people. Please call (812) 988-2291 or email sales@browncountyinn.com for more information. 51 State Road 46 East, Nashville, www.browncountyinn.com.

cA mp pA l AW op E c l odg E & rE tr EAt Ar EA , 3497 Clay Lick Road, has a camp log cabin lodge that sleeps 30 guests, and outdoor cabins can accommodate 70 guests. Guests can enjoy 300 acres of woods, trails, a 4-acre lake, canoes, kayaks, beach, campfire areas, basketball court, ultimate Frisbee, soccer field, horseshoes, volleyball area, mountain bike trails, and an indoor meeting and dining area. Kitchen facilities are available. The property is open year-round. (812) 988-2689, www.camppalawopec.com. quAlity inn, 75 W. Chestnut St., is perfect for retreats. Guests can enjoy the lodgelike atmosphere with a cozy lobby and spacious guest rooms, and the indoor pool and fitness center. (812) 988-6118, www.choicehotels.com.

corn E rston E inn A nd th E lodg E , 54 E. Franklin St., is in the heart of Nashville. The campus consists of 40 guest rooms, some with balconies, whirlpool tubs and fireplaces. Meeting facilities can hold up to 50 guests. View all rooms, rates and specials at www.CornerstoneInn. com. To contact our group sales office, call 1-812-988-0300 or 1-888-383-0300.

thE hArvE st hAll at eXplore Brown County Retreat Center and outdoor stage offer the perfect setting for weddings, conferences or parties. Plan an outdoor ceremony on the stage, but should it rain, move into the heated or air-conditioned hall. Cater the event yourself using the prep kitchen and save big money. The hall comfortably seats 200 and is furnished with tables and chairs and a small bar area, stage and decorated with rustic antiques and original paintings. The covered porches accommodate 50 additional guests. Restrooms with showers and changing rooms for the bride are provided. The fireplace and beautiful wooden staircase create the perfect spot for a wedding. eXplore Brown County at Valley Branch Retreat, 2620 Valley Branch Road, (812) 988-7750, www.explorebrowncounty.com.

h ot E l nA shvill E , 245 N. Jefferson St., offers 45 rooms with an indoor pool, hot tub, restaurant and bar. Perfect for small meetings, weddings, rehearsal dinners, receptions and banquets. Off-site catering at local venues also available. (812) 988-8400, www.hotelnashville.com.

sA lt c r EE k g ol F rE tr EAt, 2359 State Road 46 East, offers a beautiful banquet facility that can accommodate 20 to 200 people. The facility overlooks the golf course and is great for weddings, receptions, reunions, corporate events and small meetings. On-site catering is available. (812) 988-7888, www.saltcreekgolf.com.

thE sEAsons lodgE And conFErEncE cEntEr, 560 State Road 46 East, offers space for simple receptions or technologically enhanced conferences complete with high-speed Internet. The Seasons Lodge has 10 meeting rooms that accommodate 10 to 500 people and can accommodate up to 400 people for weddings or receptions. Choose from served or buffet menus, hors d’oeuvres and cash or host bars. The complex is also available for bridal teas, bridal showers, luncheons, rehearsal dinners and weddings. (812) 988-2284 or (800) 365-7327, www.seasonslodge.com.

Story offers a unique historical venue with fine dining in our gourmet restaurant, cocktails and snacks in our bar, and lodging in our comfortable and unique lodging. We also offer spaces for all types of events including weddings, rehearsal dinners, family reunions, birthday parties, corporate retreats, and so much more!

Our renovated 1907 Tin Roof Barn is perfect for large weddings and groups. For smaller events our Flower and Herb garden or The 19th Century Grain Mill is perfect for more intimate weddings and groups

On Golden Pond

Aug. 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13

The Brown County Playhouse presents On Golden Pond: taking place at th E b ro W n county p l Ayhous E, 70 s vA n b ur E n s t, on Aug. 4 - 13 at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. on Sundays. For more information visit: browncountyplayhouse.org/events/

Artist is in – Guild Artist Demonstration Series

Aug. 5, 6, 13, 19, 20

Each Saturday and Sunday in Aug. a select Guild artist will be featured in th E b ro W n c ounty Art gA ll E ry, 1 Artist d riv E , Free of charge and open to the public, all ages welcome. For more information visit: browncountyartguild.org/

Artist is in – Allen Hutton

Aug. 5

Guild Artist Demostration Series at th E b ro W n c ounty Art gA ll E ry, 1 Artist d riv E , from 1 to 3 p.m. featuring Allen Hutton, Oil. Free of charge and open to the public.

Artist is in – Mary Ann Davis

Aug. 5

Guild Artist Demostration Series at th E b ro W n c ounty Art gA ll E ry, 1 Artist d riv E , from 1 to 3 p.m. featuring Mary Ann Davis, Pastel. Free of charge and open to the public.

Hill Folk Music Series: Two for the Show

Aug. 10

Live music every Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. at th E b ro W n county i nn, 51 in -46. For more information visit: browncountyinn.com

Live Music with Indy Annies Duo

Aug. 11

Join us every Friday and Saturday night for live music in the CornCrib Lounge. 8 - 11 p.m. at th E b ro W n county i nn, 51 in -46. For more information visit: browncountyinn.com

Guild Workshop Series: Tips and Techniques

Aug. 12

1 - 5 p.m. at th E b ro W n county Art g uild 48 s vA n b ur E n s t. For further details & registration visit: browncountyartguild.org or call 812-988-6185

Live Music with Nash Brown’s Roadhouse Revival

Aug. 12

Join us every Friday and Saturday night for live music in the CornCrib Lounge. 8 - 11 p.m. at th E b ro W n county i nn, 51 in -46. For more information visit: browncountyinn.com

Artist is in – Donna Shortt

Aug. 13

Guild Artist Demostration Series at th E b ro W n c ounty Art gA ll E ry, 1 Artist d riv E , from 1 to 3 p.m. featuring Donna Shortt, Oil. Free of charge and open to the public.

Love After 1950: An American Song Recital

Aug. 13

A celebration of love through American song. Works by Irving Berlin, George Gershwin, Sheila Silver, Libby Larsen, Charles Ives and William Hirtz. 7 - 9 p.m. at the nA shvill E u nit E d mE thodist c hurch, 36 s J EFFE rson s t. For more information visit: browncounty.com/events/ love-after-1950-an-american-song-recital/

Alpine Flowers

Aug. 14

An evening of virtuoso 17th century German and Italian music.

Works by Freschobaldi, Cima, Kerll, Schmelzer, Farina, Furccheim, Merula, Mealli, Vierdanck, Becker and Uccellini. 7 - 9 p.m. at pA rkvi EW c hurch o F th E nA z A r E n E,1750 in -46. For more information visit: browncounty.com/events/ alpine-flowers/

A Slice of Heaven

Aug. 15

Works by Beethoven, Debussy, Mozart, and Roussel. 7 - 9 p.m. at s t. Agn E s cAtholic c hurch, 1008 m c lA ry r d. For more information visit: browncounty.com/events/a-slice-of-heaven/ Quartet

for the End of Time

Aug. 16

Works from Bach and Messiaen. 7 - 9 p.m. at nA shvill E u nit E d mE thodist c hurch, 36 s J EFFE rson s t. For more information visit: browncounty.com/events/ quartet-for-the-end-of-time/

La Noche Flamenca

Aug. 17

Lead by Guitarist David Chiriboga and featuring Samantha Micklewright from the Ensemble Español Dance Company bring you the ultimate in Spanish dance and music.

6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county p l Ayhous E, 70 s vA n b ur E n s t, For more information visit: browncountyplayhouse.org/events

Hill Folk Music Series: Brandon Lee Duo

Aug. 17

Live music every Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. at th E b ro W n county i nn, 51 in -46. For more information visit: browncountyinn.com.

Youthful exuberance: the Mendelssohn Octet

Aug. 18

Works by Mozart and Mendelssohn.

7 - 9 p.m. at s t. Agn E s cAtholic c hurch, 1008 m c lA ry r d. For more information visit: browncounty.com/events/ youthful-exuberance-the-mendelssohn-octet/

Live Music with James Gedda

Duo

Aug. 18

Join us every Friday and Saturday night for live music in the CornCrib Lounge. 8 - 11 p.m. at th E b ro W n county i nn, 51 in -46. For more information visit: browncountyinn.com

Andrew Young

Aug. 18

Live Music. 7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county p l Ayhous E, 70 s vA n b ur E n s t. For more information visit: browncountyplayhouse.org/ events

Steve Earle: Alone Again

Tour

Aug. 18

Solo & Acoustic (with Special Guest Zandi Holup). 8 p.m. at th E b ro W n county m usic cE nt E r, 200 mA pl E lEAF b lvd. For more information visit: browncountymusiccenter. com/events/

Supermoon Songs

Aug. 18

Starting at 6:00 p.m. in the bA rn At story i nn, 6404 i ndi A n A h igh WAy 135. For more information visit:https://storyinn.com/event-calendar

Artist is in – Rick Wilson

Aug. 19

Guild Artist Demostration Series at th E b ro W n c ounty Art gA ll E ry, 1 Artist d riv E , from 1 to 3 p.m. featuring Rick Wilson, Oil. Free of charge and open to the public.

Hot Blooded: A tribute to Foreigner

Aug. 19

This group delivers an extremely highenergy live show including all of Foreigner’s

greatest hits from the 70’s and 80’s. 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county p l Ayhous E, 70 s vA n b ur E n s t. For more information visit: browncountyplayhouse.org/events.

Live Music with The Movin Hips

Aug. 19

Join us every Friday and Saturday night for live music in the CornCrib Lounge. 8 - 11 p.m. at th E b ro W n county i nn, 51 in -46. For more information visit: browncountyinn.com

“Heavenly Length”: Schubert’s Piano Trio in E-flat

Aug. 19

Works by Schubert and Piazzolla. 7 -9 p.m. at nA shvill E u nit E d mE thodist c hurch, 36 s J EFFE rson s t. For more information visit: browncounty.com/events/ heavenly-length-schuberts-piano-trio-in-e-flat/

Don McLean

Aug. 19

8 p.m. at th E b ro W n county m usic cE nt E r, 200 mA pl E lEAF b lvd. For more information visit: browncountymusiccenter.com/events/

Artist is in – Corrine Hull

Aug. 20

Guild Artist Demostration Series at th E b ro W n c ounty Art gA ll E ry, 1 Artist d riv E , from 1 to 3 p.m. featuring Corrine Hull, Pastel. Free of charge and open to the public.

Jimmie Vaughan and the TiltA-Whirl Band.

Aug. 20

7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county m usic cE nt E r, 200 mA pl E lEAF b lvd. For more information visit: browncountymusiccenter.com/events/

Roots & Boots

Aug. 24

Featuring Aaron Tippin, Sammy Kershaw & Collin Raye. 7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county m usic cE nt E r, 200 mA pl E lEAF b lvd. For more information visit: browncountymusiccenter. com/events/

Live Music with Sean Lamb & Janet Miller

Aug. 25

Join us every Friday and Saturday night for live music in the CornCrib Lounge. 8 - 11 p.m. at th E b ro W n county i nn, 51 in -46. For more information visit: browncountyinn.com

ABBAFAB

Aug. 25

This multimedia production is a tribute to some of the greatest music produced in the 70s and 80s including monster hits such as Waterloo, Fernando, Honey Honey, Dancing Queen and countless others. 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county p l Ayhous E, 70 s vA n b ur E n s t. For more information visit: browncountyplayhouse.org/events

Live Music with Acre Brothers

Aug. 26

Join us every Friday and Saturday night for live music in the CornCrib Lounge. 8 - 11 p.m. at th E b ro W n county i nn, 51 in -46. For more information visit: browncountyinn.com

Dakota Curtis & The Dark and Gravy Bird: Animals After Dark Masquerade

Aug. 26

Guests are encouraged to wear their fiercest masks and unleash their inner animals for this over-the-top concert. 7:30 - 9:30

p.m. at th E b ro W n county p l Ayhous E, 70 s vA n b ur E n s t. For more information visit: browncountyplayhouse.org/events

Comedy Show

Aug. 26

Starting at 8:30p.m. in the bA rn At story i nn, 6404 i ndi A n A h igh WAy 135. For more information visit:https://storyinn.com/event-calendar

Live Music with Banister Family Bluegrass Band

sE pt. 1

Join us every Friday and Saturday night for live music in the CornCrib Lounge. 8 - 11 p.m. at th E b ro W n county i nn, 51 in -46. For more information visit: browncountyinn.com

Late Nite Catechism

sE pt. 2

Call it Loretta Young meets Carol Burnett. This is part catechism class, part stand-up routine. It’s an interactive comedy, one of the longest running shows in Chicago and U.S. theater history. 7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county p l Ayhous E, 70 s vA n b ur E n s t. For more information visit: browncountyplayhouse.org/ events

Live Music with Nick Dittmeier & The Sawdusters

sE pt. 2

Join us every Friday and Saturday night for live music in the CornCrib Lounge. 8 - 11 p.m. at th E b ro W n county i nn, 51 in -46. For more information visit: browncountyinn.com

Hill Folk Music Series: Suzette Weakly, Shlomo

Franklin, Liz Moss

sE pt. 7

Live music every Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. at th E b ro W n county i nn, 51 in -46. For more information visit: browncountyinn.com.

Mac McAnally

sE pt. 7

Lyman Corbitt McAnally Jr., known professionally as Mac McAnally, is an American country music singer-songwriter, session musician, and record producer. In his career, he has recorded ten studio albums and eight singles. 7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county p l Ayhous E, 70 s vA n b ur E n s t. For more information visit: browncountyplayhouse.org/ events

Everclear with Special Guests The Ataris and The Pink Spiders

sE pt. 7

Everclear, one of the leading alternative rock bands to emerge from the ‘90s. 7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county m usic cE nt E r, 200 mA pl E lEAF b lvd. For more information visit: browncountymusiccenter.com/events/

David Seward: Establishing the Painting with Personal Choice & Perspective

sE pt. 8

Art Colony Weekend Workshop

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at th E b ro W n county

Art g uild 48 s vA n b ur E n s t. For more information visit: browncounty.com/events/ david-seward-establishing-the-painting-withpersonal-choice-perspective/

Grand Funk Railroad: The American Band Tour 2023

sE pt. 8

A top-selling American rock group of the 1970s, Grand Funk Railroad returns to the road in 2023 marking a 54-year milestone. 8 p.m. at th E b ro W n county m usic cE nt E r, 200 mA pl E lEAF b lvd. For more information visit: browncountymusiccenter.com/events/

Live Music with The Hammer & The Hatchet

sE pt. 8

Join us every Friday and Saturday night for live music in the CornCrib Lounge. 8 - 11 p.m. at th E b ro W n county i nn, 51 in -46. For more information visit: browncountyinn.com

35th annual Great Outdoor Art Contest.

sE pt. 9

7 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the t.c. s t EE l E s tAt E h istoric s it E, 4220 t c s t EE l E r d. For more information visit: browncounty.com/ events/35th-annual-great-outdoor-art-contest/

Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky

Thunder

sE pt. 9 8 p.m. at t

mA pl E lEAF browncountymusiccenter.com/events/

Live Music with J.C. Clements Band

sE pt. 9

Join us every Friday and Saturday night for live music in the CornCrib Lounge. 8 - 11 p.m. at th E b ro information visit: browncountyinn.com

American Fools: The Music of John Mellencamp

sE pt. 9

Indiana natives saluting the music of John Cougar Mellencamp. Bringing the biggest Hoosier hits and the deepest cuts to the heartland of America. 7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county p l Ayhous E, 70 s vA n b ur E n s t. For more information visit: browncountyplayhouse.org/ events

Hill Folk Music Series: Elkins Family

sE pt. 14

Live music every Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. at th E b ro W n county i nn, 51 in -46. For more information visit: browncountyinn.com.

Michael Bone Read.

sE pt. 15

7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county p l Ayhous E, 70 s vA n b ur E n s t. For more information visit: browncountyplayhouse.org/events

Jump: America’s Van halen Experience

sE pt. 16

Experience an embodiment of the David Lee Roth era of Van Halen and immerse yourself in youth. 7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county p l Ayhous E, 70 s vA n b ur E n s t. For more information visit: browncountyplayhouse.org/ events

WARRANT + Lita Ford + BULLETBOYS: Louder, Harder, Faster Tour.

sE pt. 16

7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county m usic cE nt E r, 200 mA pl E lEAF b lvd. For more information visit: browncountymusiccenter.com/events/

Tanya Tucker: Sweet Western Sound Tour with Special Guest Alex Hall.

sE pt. 20

7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county m usic cE nt E r, 200 mA pl E lEAF b lvd. For more information visit: browncountymusiccenter.com/events/

Beth Hart

sE pt. 21

7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county m usic cE nt E r, 200 mA pl E lEAF b lvd. For more information visit: browncountymusiccenter.com/events/

Hill Folk Music Series: Steve Plessinger

sE pt. 21

Live music every Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. at th E b ro W n county i nn, 51 in -46. For more information visit: browncountyinn.com

Corey Feldman Band.

sE pt. 21

7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county p l Ayhous E, 70 s vA n b ur E n s t. For more information visit: browncountyplayhouse.org/events

Squeeze / The Psychedelic Furs 2023 Tour.

sE pt. 22

7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county m usic cE nt E r, 200 mA pl E lEAF b lvd. For more information visit: browncountymusiccenter.com/events/

Hank and my Honky Tonk

Heroes Featuring Jason Petty.

sE pt. 22

7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county p l Ayhous E, 70 s vA n b ur E n s t. For more information visit: browncountyplayhouse.org/events

Barracuda: America’s Heart Tribute.

sE pt. 23

7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county p l Ayhous E, 70 s vA n b ur E n s t. For more information visit: browncountyplayhouse.org/events

Penn & Teller Present: The Foolers.

sE pt. 24

7 p.m. at th E b ro W n county m usic cE nt E r, 200 mA pl E lEAF b lvd. For more information visit: browncountymusiccenter.com/events/

Ray LaMontagne - J. Passing Through Tour with Special Guest Tomberlin.

sE pt. 28

7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county m usic cE nt E r, 200 mA pl E lEAF b lvd. For more information visit: browncountymusiccenter.com/events/

Hill Folk Music Series: Silver Creek Revival

sE pt. 28

Live music every Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. at th E b ro W n county i nn, 51 in -46. For more information visit: browncountyinn.com

Rodney Carrington

sE pt. 30

8 p.m. at th E b ro W n county m usic cE nt E r, 200 mA pl E lEAF b lvd. For more information visit: browncountymusiccenter.com/events/

Steele Smith

sE pt. 30

7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county p l Ayhous E, 70 s vA n b ur E n s t. For more information visit: browncountyplayhouse.org/events

Comedy Show

s E p. 30

Starting at 8:30p.m. in the bA rn At story i nn, 6404 i ndi A n A h igh WAy 135. For more information visit:https://storyinn.com/event-calendar

Theresa Caputo Live! The Experience.

o ct. 4

7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county m usic cE nt E r, 200 mA pl E lEAF b lvd. For more information visit: browncountymusiccenter.com/events/

Brian Setzer – Rockabilly Riot!

o ct. 5

7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county p l Ayhous E, 70 s vA n b ur E n s t. For more information visit: browncountyplayhouse.org/events

Sleepy Hollow

o ct. 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15

Friday and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, 2:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county p l Ayhous E, 70 s vA n b ur E n s t. For more information visit: browncountyplayhouse.org/events

The Slightly Haunted Puppet Show

o ct. 12, 13

1 p.m. at th E b ro W n county p l Ayhous E, 70 s vA n b ur E n s t. For more information visit: browncountyplayhouse.org/events

Patti LaBelle

o ct. 15

7 p.m. at th E b ro W n county m usic cE nt E r, 200 mA pl E lEAF b lvd. For more information visit: browncountymusiccenter.com/events/

YES: Classic Tales of YES.

o ct. 17

7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county m usic cE nt E r, 200 mA pl E lEAF b lvd. For more information visit: browncountymusiccenter.com/events/

The Zombies: Different Game

Tour 23

o ct. 19

7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county m usic cE nt E r, 200 mA pl E lEAF b lvd. For more information visit: browncountymusiccenter.com/events/

Ghost Stories under the October Sky

o ct. 20

Spend your Friday night on a blanket under the stars at T.C. Steele, enjoying famous and local ghost stories from the Bloomington Storytellers Guild at this annual, spooky event beside the Steele family cemetery. 7 - 9 p.m. at the t.c.

s t EE l E s tAt E h istoric s it E, 4220 t c s t EE l E r d. For more information visit: browncounty.com/ events/ghost-stories-under-the-october-sky/

Friendly Forest

Oct. 20, 21

The Friendly Forest is a trick or treat ghostly good time! Come stroll through our forest full of lights and characters. Cute enough for toddlers and friendly enough for all ages.

2023 EXHIBITIONS AND EVENTS

AUGUST 25– SEPTEMBER 23

Friends of T. C. Steele Member Art Show

Exhibition of works created by members of the Friends of T. C. Steele

AUGUST 26– SEPTEMBER 24

Nancy Noël: Fall Exhibition and Sale Fall exhibition of the works of one of Indiana’s most esteemed painters.

Costumes are encouraged! Free candy! 7 - 9 p.m. at the J Ackson to W nship Fir E dE pA rtm E nt, 4831 hE lmsburg r d.

Craig Morgan: God, Family, Country Tour 2023 with Special Guests The Reeves Brothers

o ct. 20

8 p.m. at th E b ro W n county m usic cE nt E r, 200 mA pl E lEAF b lvd. For more information visit: browncountymusiccenter.com/events/

Jennie DeVoe and Her Music.

o ct. 20

7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county p l Ayhous E, 70 vA n b ur E n s t. For more information visit: browncountyplayhouse.org/events

Celtic Thunder - Odyssey.

ct. 21

7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county m usic cE nt E r, 200 mA pl E lEAF b lvd. For more information visit: browncountymusiccenter.com/events/

LeAnn Rimes: The story… so far Tour.

ct. 22

7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county m usic cE nt E r, 200 mA pl E lEAF b lvd. For more information visit: browncountymusiccenter.com/events/ o ct. 27

Henry Lee Summer.

o ct. 22

7:30 p.m. at th E b ro W n county p l Ayhous E, 70 s vA n b ur E n s t. For more information visit: browncountyplayhouse.org/events

Comedy Show

o ct. 28

Starting at 8:30p.m. in the bA rn At story i nn, 6404 i ndi A n A h igh WAy 135. For more information visit:https://storyinn.com/ event-calendar

Blue Lady Bash

o ct. 31

Join us for music and halloween fun! Costume contest with prizes starting at 8:30p.m. in the tAv E rn At story i nn, 6404 i ndi A n A h igh WAy 135. For more information visit:https://storyinn. com/event-calendar

Comedy Show

n ov. 18

Starting at 8:30p.m. in the old mill At story i nn, 6404 i ndi A n A h igh WAy 135. For more information visit:https://storyinn.com/ event-calendar Corner

IN 812.988.4609 · Free Admission · Free Parking

OCTOBER 8– NOVEMBER