Week of Sunday, February 5th, 2012

Faculty members of the University of Evansville perform overtures, arias, and selections from beloved operas. This First Tuesday concert includes music of the grand theatrical stage and composers such as Puccini, Mozart, Bizet, and Verdi. 7:30 p.m. Free. ...

The University of Evansville presents a lecture series on topics relating to the cognitive and neural sciences in honor of Francis Crick, known for his intellectual diversity. Dr. Damani N. Bryant from Oregon Health & Science University speaks on Mechanisms...

Get ready for some foot-stomping, knee-slapping tunes featuring the banjo, fiddle, guitar, snare, kazoo, jugs, and bones. This is a night of bluegrass music from a Grammy Award-winning band. 7:30 p.m. $18-$28. ...

Evansville Civic Theatre’s managing artistic director Christopher Tyner shows off his pipes as he headlines this concert series at Germania Maennerchor. He belts out love songs — just in time for Valentine’s Day. Reservations required. 6:30 p.m. $12-$18. ...

When the temperature-controlled Amazonia debuted at Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden a few years ago, it created the perfect environment for a long-running event: the Orchid Escape. The orchid exhibit continues through March 10. 7-10 p.m. $60. ...

In benefit of the Tri-State Food Bank, Heifer International, and the Oak Hill Outdoor Constitution Classroom, the Oak Hill PTA hosts a kid-friendly community service event with fair trade vendors, crafts and games for children, and musical performances all day....

Feb. 11, 18, AND 25. “The Art of Color Pencils” returns this year for a three-week-long series for ages 14 and up. Jim List will instruct the class geared toward beginner to intermediate artists. 10 a.m.-noon (set up 9:30). $20...

Warm your heart from the winter chill with a stroll down historic New Harmony, Ind.’s cozy line of antique shops and art galleries. 4-7 p.m. Free. ...

Celebrating the 10th anniversary of Evansville ARC’s annual fundraising event, this year’s show will be the biggest yet. The Really Big Show includes musicians, dancers, comedians, and entertainers from the Tri-State. Also on tap: snacks, drinks, dancing, and a silent...

Enjoy an elegant evening with strawberries and champagne, dancing, and dinner to benefit the Betty Craig Scholarship Fund, named for a sorority member known for her community service efforts. The college scholarship is awarded to African-American high school students based...