The IU College of Arts and Sciences invites you to come explore science on IU Bloomington’s beautiful campus. You’ll have the chance to participate in 100+ hands-on activities, demonstrations, and talks, representing 17 departments and disciplines from physics to paleontology. You and your family will learn directly from the scientists and students who are studying these fields. Science Fest is free and open to the public; this year, we expect to welcome about 1,800 guests from all over the state as they make eye-opening discoveries. Please join us.
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21 Saturday / October 21, 2017
IU College Science Fest!
09:00 am to 03:00 pm
College Science Building areas - Old Crescent
https://scienceoutreach.indiana.edu/news-events/science-fest/index.html
Animals / Children / Education / Entertainment / Exhibits / Festivals / Outdoors
21 Saturday / October 21, 2017
Jill Behrman Color the Campus 5K (JB5K)
09:30 am to 12:00 pm
Student Recreational Sports Center (SRSC)
http://www.JB5K.com
Jill Behrman was an IU student and an employee of Recreational Sports. In May of 2000, Jill left for a solo bike ride and never came back. Three years later it was discovered that she had been murdered. In October 2000, the JB5K was created to keep the memory of Jill alive and to bring awareness to issues of violence in our community.
In addition to the Color the Campus Walk/Run, workshops related to assault prevention and will be offered throughout the year. Proceeds benefit the Jill Behrman Emerging Leader Scholarship, personal safety workshops, and Campus Recreational Sports programs for IUB students.
REGISTER NOW! – Bursar Billing Available (see JB5K.com web site)
The 2017 JB5K will be on Saturday, October 21, 2017 at the SRSC!
Registration Fee
Fee includes long sleeve t-shirt, race bib, sunglasses, a ton of powder along the race route, and great food from our sponsors at the finish area and post-event party!
Yowzie’s are available for purchase for $5. Check out the video below on how to wear a Yowzie.
Early Registration (before October 11th): $30
Regular Registration (after October 11th): $35
Race registration fees are non-refundable.
Benefits / Dance / Education / Entertainment / Fitness / Health / Sports / Volunteering
21 Saturday / October 21, 2017
Overcoming Craving and Addiction
10:00 am to 01:00 pm on Sep 21
Kadampa Meditation Center Bloomington, 406 S. Walnut St.
http://www.meditationinbloomington.org
Nearly everyone suffers from cravings, uncontrolled desires, or addiction. However, by training in the inner science of meditation and mindfulness, you can develop insight into the underlying causes of craving and addiction, and gradually weaken and finally break free completely. This Saturday course will include guided meditations, insightful and practical teachings, and opportunity for discussion, so you can take the next steps toward authentic healing, peace, confidence, and greater life purpose.
21 Saturday / October 21, 2017
Bloomington Open Studios Tour
10:00 am to 04:00 pm on Oct 22
Throughout Bloomington
http://www.bloomingtonopenstudiostour.com
Open Studios is a unique, free event where 31 artists open their doors to the public for the weekend. We invite you to come to our studios spaces, meet our artists personally and see their work, examine the materials and tools they use, and watch demonstrations of how they transform raw materials into finished art pieces. This is a great opportunity to ask questions about what inspires artists, to find out how your favorite artworks were made, and purchase unique local art.
Check out our website for location of studios or pick up a brochure at many downtown locations.
Children / Education / Entertainment / Exhibits / Festivals
21 Saturday / October 21, 2017
IDEA Lab: Make a Flip Light
01:00 pm to 03:00 pm
WonderLab Science Museum
https://wonderlab.org/event/idea-lab-flip-lights-2/
Create a simple flip light. This quick beginner project will help even young children become familiar with basic skills of creating simple circuits and soldering. Bonus: Take home a useful product!
21 Saturday / October 21, 2017
Harvest at Hearthstone
02:00 pm to 04:30 pm
Hearthstone Health Campus
Join us for live music, food, pumpkin painting, prizes, a cartoonist and more during Harvest at Hearthstone!
21 Saturday / October 21, 2017
Forest Gras Band
05:00 pm to 07:00 pm
The Players Pub
https://www.theplayerspub.com
Forest Gras Band plays rock n’ roll, blues, and funk.
21 Saturday / October 21, 2017
RESPECT – The Women of Rock ‘n’ Soul
07:30 pm
Brown County Playhouse
http://www.browncountyplayhouse.org
From Etta James to Madonna, Aretha Franklin to Lady Gaga the women of rock ‘n’ soul are winning audiences over across the country! With incredible harmonies that reach straight into your soul to the songs that you can’t resist groovin’ to, ‘RESPECT’ will take you through 60 years of some of the best female vocalists and songwriters of all generations. Come ready to dance, sing along, and remember where you were when you first heard these legendary songs.
With world class talent, One Pulse’s concerts pay homage to the greatest cultural icons of the 20th and 21st century. Based in Bloomington Indiana, One Pulse is a nationally touring entertainment company that focuses on providing the best talent for any event: theaters, festivals, corporate events, and private functions. Where there is a stage, One Pulse Entertainment will make the music of the past and present come alive in every performance.
21 Saturday / October 21, 2017
AMPLIFY PEACE: Saving Syrian Lives
08:00 pm to 11:30 pm
The Players Pub
https://www.theplayerspub.com
Amplify Peace: Saving Syrian Lives is a multi-genre tour featuring Arab-American artists Omar Offendum, Bassel & the Supernaturals, Kayem, and Ronnie Malley & Turath Ensemble. The tour, sponsored by the Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS), aims to increase awareness of the humanitarian crisis in Syria and help gather resources to save the lives of Syrians affected by war.
About SAMS
The Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS) is a nonpolitical, nonprofit medical relief organization that is working on the front lines of crisis relief in Syria and neighboring countries to alleviate suffering and save lives. SAMS proudly provides medical care and treatment to every patient in need.
21 Saturday / October 21, 2017
Windfall’s 2nd Cabaret Night
08:30 pm to 10:00 pm
Windfall Dancers Studio
https://windfalldancers.wordpress.com/
Join us for Windfall’s second annual Cabaret Night! This is a fundraising event that helps us keep our community-based programs and Bloomington’s oldest modern dance company functioning. The night will feature jazzy dances from both our Junior and Adult Companies, as well as performances from IU A Cappella groups, local musicians, Belly dancers, an exciting raffle and more! Each ticket includes a drink coupon, light snacks and sweets. Cash bar with beer and wine available. Classy attire and mature audiences recommended, some adult content.
Benefits / Comedy / Dance / Entertainment / Theater