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Sunday May 13, 2012

B-Town Poker at Bub's Burgers

  • May 13, 2012
  • Location: Bub's Burgers & Ice Cream
  • Address: 480 North Morton Street, Bloomington, IN
  • Times: 5:30 pm
  • Admission: Free
  • www.btownpoker.com

Registration is FREE and all poker tournaments are 100% FREE. Even better, the tournament winner each night wins a $50 CASH PRIZE!

The Kid with a Bike - International Arthouse Series

  • May 13, 2012
  • Venue: IU Cinema Center
  • Address: 1213 E. 7th Street, Bloomington, IN 47405
  • Phone: 812-856-2463
  • Times: 7 pm; 6:30 pm Sunday
  • Admission: $3 students $6 public
  • www.cinema.indiana.edu

Cyril, almost 12, has only one plan: to find the father who left him temporarily in a children's home. By chance he meets Samantha, who runs a hairdressing salon and agrees to let him stay with her at weekends. Cyril doesn't recognize the love Saman... more

Heroes and Icons

Heroes and Icons paintings by Nate Johnson On display at The Ivy Tech John Waldron Arts Center in the Flashlight Gallery (located on the top floor outside the Auditorium) from May 4th through 27th opening reception May 4th, 5:00 - 8:00 PM

Tranquil Power: The Art of Perle Fine

Perle Fine (1905–1988) was one of the few women artists in the inner circle of the Abstract Expressionists. Fine’s exploration of abstraction is traced through a selection of paintings, prints, drawings, and wood assemblages dating from t... more

Urban Landscape: A Selection of Papercuts by Qiao Xiaoguang

Qiao, born in Hebei, China, in 1957, is a professor and deputy dean of the Cultural Department at the Central Academy of Fine Arts, Beijing, China, and director of the Intangible Cultural Heritage Research Center. He is inspired by ancient Chinese ar... more

Creation: an intergenerational art project

  • May 13, 2012
  • Location: Trinity Episcopal Church
  • Address: 111 S. Grant St, Bloomington, IN 47408
  • Phone: 812-330-8052
  • Times: 9 am - 4 pm, daily
  • Admission: free
  • www.trinitybloomington.org

This intergenerational art project features nine mosaic tiled panels which symbolize different aspects of creation. Created by participants of all ages, the pieces are connected by the common circle created by a mirror.

Muse Whisperings: Two Exhibits in One

  • May 13, 2012
  • Location: Monroe County Public Library
  • Address: 303 E. Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47408
  • Phone: 812-332-2355
  • Times: regular library hours
  • Admission: free

What does Jazz look like? Can you see a symphony in your mind's eye? This art exhibit showcases the water color paintings of older adults living at Sterling House, who paint to music. Lotus banners created by Bell Trace residents will also be exhi... more

Monday May 14, 2012

Low Vision Support Group

  • May 14, 2012
  • Location: 1st Presbyterian Church
  • Address: 221 E 6th St., Bloomington, IN
  • Phone: 812-876-3383
  • Times: 1 - 2 pm
  • Admission: Free

The Low Vision Support Group will have Betty Sullivan of accessABILITY speaking on "Depression in Older Adults".

Wapehani Trail Building Night

Spend some time in one Bloomington's great urban forests! Learn how trails are built using sustainable methods and help revitalize Indiana's first mountain bike park. Wear sturdy shoes; tools will be provided.

Heroes and Icons

Heroes and Icons paintings by Nate Johnson On display at The Ivy Tech John Waldron Arts Center in the Flashlight Gallery (located on the top floor outside the Auditorium) from May 4th through 27th opening reception May 4th, 5:00 - 8:00 PM

Creation: an intergenerational art project

  • May 14, 2012
  • Location: Trinity Episcopal Church
  • Address: 111 S. Grant St, Bloomington, IN 47408
  • Phone: 812-330-8052
  • Times: 9 am - 4 pm, daily
  • Admission: free
  • www.trinitybloomington.org

This intergenerational art project features nine mosaic tiled panels which symbolize different aspects of creation. Created by participants of all ages, the pieces are connected by the common circle created by a mirror.

Muse Whisperings: Two Exhibits in One

  • May 14, 2012
  • Location: Monroe County Public Library
  • Address: 303 E. Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47408
  • Phone: 812-332-2355
  • Times: regular library hours
  • Admission: free

What does Jazz look like? Can you see a symphony in your mind's eye? This art exhibit showcases the water color paintings of older adults living at Sterling House, who paint to music. Lotus banners created by Bell Trace residents will also be exhi... more

"Collage" art Exhibit

  • May 14, 2012
  • Venue: Blueline Gallery
  • Address: 224 North College Ave., Bloomington, IN 47404
  • Phone: 812-584-3383
  • Times: 9 am - 5 pm
  • Admission: Free

The 2-D and 3-D works of Virginia Patrick, Paul Smedberg, John Terrill, and Roast Hoggmann will be exhibited Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM. The opening is May 4 and will go until June 23. Feel free to stop by the Blueline Gallery and check it out.

Songwriter Showcase

  • May 14, 2012
  • Location: Player's Pub
  • Address: 424 S. Walnut St., Bloomington, IN 47401
  • Phone: 812-334-2080
  • Times: 8 pm
  • Admission: Donations

Just about every Monday, with a few holidays off, we feature approximately four performers, both local and from across the country, in a Nashville-style "Songwriters in the Round" format. This event takes place at the Players Pub, on South ... more

Tuesday May 15, 2012

B-Town Poker at Show-Me's

  • May 15, 2012
  • Location: Show-Me's
  • Address: 2100 South Liberty Drive, Bloomington, IN
  • Times: 7:30 pm
  • Admission: Free
  • www.btownpoker.com

Registration is FREE and all poker tournaments are 100% FREE. Even better, the tournament winner each night wins a $50 CASH PRIZE!

Bike Rodeo

A free, family event to entertain and educate children on cycling safety and the importance of wearing bike helmets. Participants can bike through an obstacle course, enjoy snacks, and learn something new! Helmets provided for riders who need them. B... more

Christina Perri

  • May 15, 2012
  • Location: Bluebird Nightclub
  • Address: 216 N. Walnut, Bloomington, IN 47401
  • Phone: 812-336-3984
  • Times: 9 pm
  • Admission: $20.75

pop, alternative rock, and soul

Spirit of '68 & Landlocked Music present: Pierced Arrows with Don't

  • May 15, 2012
  • Location: The Bishop
  • Address: 123 S Walnut, Bloomington, IN 47404
  • Phone: 812-333-4700
  • Times: 9 pm
  • Admission: $10

Pierced Arrows: After the demise of underground legends Dead Mood in fall 2006, nobody was surprised to hear that founders Fred and Toody Cole had lost little time in starting a new band. They recruited drummer Kelly Halliburton in April 2007, and so... more

The Salvation Army's Annual Donut Day

  • May 15, 2012
  • Location: downtown on the corner of 7th Street and Morton Street
  • Address: downtown on the corner of 7th St & Morton St., Bloomington, IN 47404
  • Phone: 812-336-4310
  • Times: 8:30 - 11 am
  • Admission: Free
  • corps.salvationarmyindiana.org/bloomington/

The Salvation Army will hand out free Square Donuts and coffee to thank the community of Bloomington for its continued support of our programs and services. Also, The Hungry Five German Band will grace us with their presence from 10:00-11:00am, so yo... more

Heroes and Icons

Heroes and Icons paintings by Nate Johnson On display at The Ivy Tech John Waldron Arts Center in the Flashlight Gallery (located on the top floor outside the Auditorium) from May 4th through 27th opening reception May 4th, 5:00 - 8:00 PM

Tranquil Power: The Art of Perle Fine

Perle Fine (1905–1988) was one of the few women artists in the inner circle of the Abstract Expressionists. Fine’s exploration of abstraction is traced through a selection of paintings, prints, drawings, and wood assemblages dating from t... more

Urban Landscape: A Selection of Papercuts by Qiao Xiaoguang

Qiao, born in Hebei, China, in 1957, is a professor and deputy dean of the Cultural Department at the Central Academy of Fine Arts, Beijing, China, and director of the Intangible Cultural Heritage Research Center. He is inspired by ancient Chinese ar... more

Creation: an intergenerational art project

  • May 15, 2012
  • Location: Trinity Episcopal Church
  • Address: 111 S. Grant St, Bloomington, IN 47408
  • Phone: 812-330-8052
  • Times: 9 am - 4 pm, daily
  • Admission: free
  • www.trinitybloomington.org

This intergenerational art project features nine mosaic tiled panels which symbolize different aspects of creation. Created by participants of all ages, the pieces are connected by the common circle created by a mirror.

Muse Whisperings: Two Exhibits in One

  • May 15, 2012
  • Location: Monroe County Public Library
  • Address: 303 E. Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47408
  • Phone: 812-332-2355
  • Times: regular library hours
  • Admission: free

What does Jazz look like? Can you see a symphony in your mind's eye? This art exhibit showcases the water color paintings of older adults living at Sterling House, who paint to music. Lotus banners created by Bell Trace residents will also be exhi... more

"Collage" art Exhibit

  • May 15, 2012
  • Venue: Blueline Gallery
  • Address: 224 North College Ave., Bloomington, IN 47404
  • Phone: 812-584-3383
  • Times: 9 am - 5 pm
  • Admission: Free

The 2-D and 3-D works of Virginia Patrick, Paul Smedberg, John Terrill, and Roast Hoggmann will be exhibited Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM. The opening is May 4 and will go until June 23. Feel free to stop by the Blueline Gallery and check it out.

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