July, 2010

One of the museum’s most popular areas is the participatory science center. Hands On brings new life to the Alcoa Gallery with 12 different exhibits — some new and some old. Inspiration for many of the pieces comes from the...

Henderson’s picturesque waterfront sets the scene for a celebration of John James Audubon’s arrival in the area. Honor the legacy of the naturalist and painter with catfish, fiddlers, clogging, a long rifle encampment, a period costume contest, and a reenactment...

Warrick County will host two separate classic Fourth of July fireworks shows, each packing plenty of punch and patriotism. Newburgh’s fireworks celebration is presented by Historic Newburgh, Inc. Dusk. Free. ...

Join community members and visitors for music at the Atheneum. Continue the celebration at Maclure Park with a traditional community picnic featuring music, food, games, contests, and free root beer. ...

For a chance to win the choice of the house or $100,000, members of the Evansville Area Association of Realtors host open houses and sell tickets to enter the Easter Seals Home Run Sweeps Raffle. Visitors buying a ticket at...

Hog wrestling, tractor pulls, a demolition derby, country music, and plenty of patriotism — you'll find all these hallmarks of summer at a good old-fashioned county fair. $5 admission. ...

Henderson performer Keith Vincent is a little bit country, a little bit rock and roll, and a lot of fun. Join Vincent and other performers to celebrate the Fourth of July. Free.   ...

The Growth Alliance for Greater Evansville celebrates America’s independence the best way our nation knows how: with patriotic music and a fantastic fireworks display. The Evansville Symphonic Band kicks off the evening with a live performance at the Casino Aztar...

With locations from Downtown Evansville to Newburgh, YMCA Summer Day Camp is sure to have a program near you. Trained staff members guide children aged 5-10 through creative, interactive, educational, and active lessons and activities that focus on character development....

Beginner and intermediate levels will help students aged 8-16 attain increased technical proficiency with the guitar, achieve greater musical confidence, learn to interact musically with others, and create a CD of their live performances. $350 each week. ...

These East and West Side camps are designed to provide summer adventures for children. The East Side location accepts children aged kindergarten through eighth grade and has a flexible attendance and pay system. The West Side location, accepting children in...

To inspire 5- to 7-year-old artists, Patchwork sponsors this individualized program that will help children create art that they can take home to share with family and friends. Free. ...

For a child in the city, a garden sometimes can be an anomaly. In an effort to familiarize children with this onetime cornerstone of family life, the ecological benefits of gardens, and the satisfaction of knowing where their food comes...

Children aged 6-12 are invited to come learn to connect art and storytelling. Using the museum’s permanent collection, children will hear stories while looking at the paintings to which the story is connected. Then, they’ll get creative, making their own...

Have you ever been inside a bubble? Can you make bubbles with your bare hands? This event shows library patrons of all ages what they can do with bubbles. Check website for event times and locations. Free. ...

The first three sessions of this party bowling league have ended, but you still have one chance to round up a group of friends and take to the lanes. Teams of four bowlers each receive an 83-ounce beer or soda,...

Last year, as part of a holistic initiative called Planetree, St. Mary's launched a farmers' market offering local fruits and vegetables, baked goods, fresh flowers and herbs, homemade crafts, and more. The market, open to St. Mary's employees and the...

New Harmony Theatre presents Tennessee Williams’ lyrical and highly personal play. The Glass Menagerie follows the Wingfield family: mother Amanda, who raises her children alone after her husband abandons her; daughter Laura, who struggles with a physical disability and extreme...

According to the American Diabetes Association, nearly 200,000 Americans under age 20 have diabetes. This event, open to children (5-15 years old) with diabetes and their parents, provides activities and information on managing the chronic illness. Pre-registration by May 29...

The Sturgis Rally may be hundreds of miles away in South Dakota, but this 24-hour event — a week of motorcycle races, bands, dirt drags, and more — is closer to home. Participants raise funds for charity and enjoy the...

This 17th annual juried exhibition, a partnership between the Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana and the Evansville Museum, showcases two- and three-dimensional art. Brian Whisenhunt, executive director of the Swope Art Museum, will serve as juror. Runs through Sept. 12....

Donna, the world’s oldest hippo, turns 59 this year. Watch her celebrate by gobbling up a giant fruit popsicle, and join her party with a slice of birthday cake. The day also includes inflatables, water activities, magic shows, clowns, and...

Just north of the Ohio River but still in Kentucky, live thoroughbred racing season — one of the area's most beloved pastimes — takes off running with fresh vigor and a new tagline: Family fun that lasts a lifetime. On...

In the area outside the museum’s second-floor Main Gallery, a fountain has been replaced by a sleek new gallery for smaller exhibitions. On display now is a collection of bronze sculptures by celebrated American artist Michael Bergt. 10 a.m.-5 p.m....

More than 8,000 Indiana residents live with HIV/AIDS. At this event, which includes live music and a silent auction, elected officials and other local celebrities serve meals in support of those fighting the disease. Proceeds go toward the purchase of...

Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, an action-packed science fiction film, was a box office smash when it opened last summer. If you missed the film in theaters, this outdoor event provides another chance to catch it on the big screen....

Children aged 6-14 come together in West Side wilderness for classic summer camps or specialty camps: cooking, arts and crafts, golf, science, Girl Scouting, tennis, computer education, baseball, soccer, tournament and cheerleading. $105-$210 depending on session, plus fees for specialty...

Children aged 7-12 will receive a crash course in archaeological methods through mock excavations that will reveal three different cultures: Mississippian American Indians (who once inhabited this area), Romans, and Egyptians. Friday features a tournament followed by a feast with...

Tales & Scales, a troupe of professional musicians, has earned critical acclaim for its “musictelling” shows. Now, kids ages 6 to 11 (entering first through sixth grades) can create their own musical adventures and learn about storytelling, theater, music, and...

Local naturalists lead this five-day camp that introduces children to the great outdoors. Campers aged 6-8 will participate in Discovery Camp, which includes hiking, nature art, and learning about wildlife. Adventure Camp, for children aged 9-12, takes campers to the...

For those who have entered middle school, adult life is approaching, making it a prime time for these adolescents to plan their futures and learn about money, leadership, and life skills. Patchwork presents a program that will ask the questions...

Hog wrestling, tractor truck pulls, a demolition derby, a livestock auction, talent contests, and rides galore — this summer staple has all the fun features of an old-fashioned fair. Gates open 4 p.m. $1 per person; arm bands $17; ride...

For advanced adult artists, Michael Bergt will demonstrate how to prepare toned paper with rabbitskin glue and dry pigments. He’ll demonstrate tonal drawings using color pencil and gouache, teaching students how to render form, light, and shadow using just a...

 Don’t miss this Public Education Foundation/Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation extravaganza of talented high-schoolers, guaranteed to sing and dance their way into your heart in this annual Broadway-style musical production. This year’s musical is Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, which follows two...

July 17 and 24. Throughout the summer, local farmers have been selling their goods in the vacant lot behind the old Greyhound Station on Friday mornings. On these two Saturdays, the Department of Metropolitan Development and Growth Alliance for Greater...

The St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tenn., is one of the leading institutions on cancer studies and treatments, according to U.S. News & World Report. Their work supports children throughout the country, which is why the hospital hosts...

School may be out for summer, but the warm months provide plenty of opportunities for fun, hands-on learning. Each day, participants in Museum Camp will learn about a different topic, from going green to ancient Egypt. $115 for Museum members;...

Children in second grade and older are welcome to join Patchwork volunteers for a few days of creativity. Local storyteller Susan Fowler helps children develop themes to accompany the stories she tells. Children create art and participate in activities related...

The Center for Congregations, a nonprofit organization that helps congregations with practical issues, hosts this ongoing series of lunchtime lectures for people of all faiths. Today’s lecture features John Charles, chaplain of St. Mary’s, who addresses advanced health care directives....

Neighboring Kentucky may not be Napa Valley, but the state’s winemakers produce formidable vintages. Sip a few at this event, which also features regionally grown foods prepared by local chefs. $40. ...

 Mary’s Center for Children and ECHO Community Health Care team up for a one-hour presentation geared toward parents and caregivers of newborns through 3-year-olds. This month’s topic is social development. On-site childcare is provided. Call at least one week in...

The Boys & Girls Club celebrates character, leadership, and service with this meal. While adults eat burgers, each Youth of the Month receives a steak. The selected Youth of the Year, who will represent the Evansville chapter at a state...

As a celebration of the summer’s activities, participants and their families join together for a meal cooked by volunteers from food harvested from the community garden. Families are also welcome to provide potluck-style contributions. Free. ...

Evansville Civic Theatre continues its tradition of bringing lesser-known theatrical pieces to the area with this performance of David Rambo’s story of advice columnist Ann Landers, who, after decades of solving everyone else’s problems, must now face her own heartbreak....

July 24 and August 5. A behind-the-scenes look at what goes on at the zoo, Animal Enrichment Days allow visitors to watch as animals enjoy summer activities and treats like personalized popsicles. Free with zoo admission. ...

For nearly 30 years, Ark Crisis Child Care Center has tackled the root cause of child abuse and neglect — family stress — by providing free, short-term child care. This annual fundraising event, featuring silent and live auctions, dinner, and...

The Wilson family celebrates their business’s two-year anniversary at a new location following the fire that destroyed their original location in New Harmony in 2007. Their barbecue, beer, and wine, served on the wrap-around porch, are complemented by the Duke...

This may have been the year for the winter Olympics, but are you ready for the livestock Olympics? See that event alongside blue-ribbon pies, tractor pulls, grandstand concerts, and carnival rides at the 90th annual Vanderburgh County 4-H Fair. $5...

University of Southern Indiana professor Sarah Bielski will teach children aged 10 and older to create prints at home without a press. Bielski will help children create their own stamps and stencils, make rubbings, and learn about mono-printing and non-toxic...

This may be the year for the winter Olympics, but are you ready for the livestock Olympics? See that event alongside blue-ribbon pies, tractor pulls, grandstand concerts, and carnival rides at the Vanderburgh County 4-H Fair. $5 general admission. ...

Patchwork, in both name and function, represents putting together discordant pieces to create a pleasing outcome. High school students now have the opportunity to install a new piece of symbolic artwork outside this community gathering point. While eating and visiting,...

In May, the Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library launched its summer reading program, encouraging kids, teens, and adults to read and earn scores of prizes, such as cash and gift cards. All entries are due on this day, and winning children...

For 11- to 13-year-olds taking on the responsibility of caring for younger children, these classes will provide medical knowledge so they can better handle emergencies. Some situations acknowledged are choking, calling 911, babysitting business skills, and entertaining children. Cost includes...

The professional actors of the New Harmony Theatre bring Fats Waller's famous lyrics to Southwest Indiana. This musical revue captures the comical and musical soul of the Harlem Renaissance. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays-Sundays; 2 p.m. Sundays. $12-$29; season, group, and child...

Every Saturday through the end of October, farmers, artists, and artisans from within a 100-mile radius will feature hand-picked and handmade items to the public. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. ...

School children can come for a day of fun and preparation for another year of school with advice from community officials and free school supplies for grade-school and middle-school students. Free. ...

Street rods, trucks, and motorcycles all will be on hand at the Ivy Tech Cruise-In. Watch vehicles run on a chassis dynamometer, a machine that simulates highway driving conditions to test horsepower, torque, and miles per hour. Live music from...

Don your boots and cowboy hats for this country Western-themed event, which replaces the American Cancer Society's annual Stardust Gala. The concept has proven successful in other chapters around the nation; Dallas' long-running Cattle Baron's Ball has raised nearly $40...

Every Friday night during the summer through Sept. 3, the BB&T Plaza draws music lovers for some post-workweek fun. From rhythm and blues to a Rod Stewart tribute band, different acts perform each week. Also on the schedule of events:...

Last summer, Lincoln — a new play about the life of America’s 16th president — debuted in a 1,500-seat, roofed amphitheatre on the grounds where Lincoln grew up. This summer, the two-act play with period music is back, as are...

Billed as the area's first summer intensive study for performing arts, this four-week program offers classes in acting, improvisational comedy and drama, monologue and scene work, vocal technique and performance, ballet, character, pointe, pas de deux, choreography, hip hop, tap,...

How do artists see our city? Find out at this Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana exhibit, a selection of art featuring familiar local landmarks. Runs through July 29. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday. Free. ...

Rob Evans’ work — a brilliant portfolio of contemporary realism — has been featured in numerous museums across the country. As part of the Martha & Merritt deJong Memorial Artist-in-Residence program, skilled painter Evans leads beginners and professionals alike in...

Tales & Scales, a troupe of professional musicians, has earned critical acclaim for its “musictelling” shows that engage local children. Now, kids ages 6 to 11 (entering first through sixth grades) can create their own musical adventures at this camp,...