Registration open for science summer camp
The College of Science Summer Institute, a summer science camp at Purdue University, is open for registration.
Known as CoSSI, the five-day camp is open to high school students entering grades 10-12 in the fall. The program is from June 20 to June 25.
Camp activities include hands-on labs, field trips to observe scientists at work, and recreational and social activities that take advantage of several facilities at Purdue. The theme this year will be “Energy Matters.”
The cost is $400, which covers tuition for eight labs, five nights in an air-conditioned Purdue residence hall, three meals per day, snacks, cultural and social events, evening activities, materials, and supplies. To register, visit www.science.purdue.edu/cossi.
All applications should be submitted by May 1.
For more information, call (765) 494-1769 or e-mail ScienceCoSSI@purdue.edu.
‘A Beautiful Mind’
This month in the Harrison Gallery, 1505 North Delaware St., presents, “A Beautiful Mind,” new work by Elizabeth Guipe Hall.
A friend’s ongoing recovery from a traumatic brain injury is the inspiration for this new body of work that “expresses thoughts about the tenuousness of life, the fragility and strength of the body, and the beauty of the mind.”
Hall’s medium is an encaustic collage, which incorporates the centuries-old technique of applying molten beeswax and pigment to a surface and fusing successive layers together with flame.
The work hangs through Feb. 27.
For more information, call (317) 396-3886 or visit www.harrisoncenter.org.
Auditions for gospel stage play
On Saturday Feb. 20, Letty’s Gospel Theater comes to Indianapolis to audition top artists for the gospel stage play, “Sista Girl.” Auditions will be held at New Direction Christian Church, 5330 E. 38th St., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Sista Girl, written by Lynda T. Morris, is about the power of love, motherhood, and sisterhood. It takes a captivating look at three African-American sisters, with plenty of attitude to spare, who take different journeys in life but find themselves sharing the same struggles and heartaches.
For the production of “Sista Girl,” Letty’s Gospel Theater is looking for non-union, African-American actors and gospel singers.
For more information, call (317) 353-3187, e-mail auditions@lettysgospeltheater.com or visit www.lettysgospeltheater.com.
Indy Parks’ Summer Day Camp registration
Register for a Traditional Summer Day Camp at Indy Parks now through March 31 and receive a $5 discount per each week of summer camp for each child you sign up. Save even more on traditional day camps with the sibling discount.
Indy Parks offers a broad variety of camps for all interests with fun weekly themes.
Traditional Summer Day Camps offer sports, arts and crafts, enrichment programs, field trips, swimming and guest speakers. Theater Camp at Ellenberger Park is a one-week summer workshop that gives campers hands-on experience working with professional actors, directors and technicians. Campers at the Eco-Excursion at Holliday Park learn about the ecology of Indiana at Eagle Creek’s forests, wetlands and prairies. Nature Explorers at Southeastway Park explore forest, prairie and pond through this active nature camp.
For more information or to register, call (317) 327-PARK or visit www.indyparks.org.
Celebrate Black History Month downtown
February is Black History Month and venues throughout Downtown are offering a wide range of events celebrating African-American heritage and traditions.
Indiana Avenue’s rich heritage comes to life on stage, in public art, museums, art galleries, nightlife and in the church. For more information about Indiana Avenue, visit www.DiscoverIndianaAvenue.com.
Also located on Indiana Avenue is the historic Madame Walker Theatre Center. Celebrate Black History Month with the Walker Theatre for an evening of gospel music and dance during the annual sing off “Singsation” Monday, Feb. 22 at 6 p.m. at Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church, 1003 W. 16th St. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call (317) 236-2099 or visit www.walkertheatre.com.
Join The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis as Black history comes alive. On Feb. 27, immerse yourself in the artistic expressions of African-American music, literature and live performances 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Experience a slave’s flight to freedom and learn to navigate using the Big Dipper during Follow the Drinking Gourd running all though February. For more information, call (317) 334-3322 or visit www.childrensmuseum.org.
The Indiana Historical Society and Indianapolis-Marion County Public Library (IMCPL) invite children and families to participate in the Indiana Black History Challenge. The Indiana Black History Challenge is a contest that invites participants to investigate famous African-American Hoosiers and their contributions to society.
For more information, call the IHS at (317) 234-1595 or e-mail programs@indianahistory.org.
Visit the Indiana State Museum for “With Malice Toward None: The Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Exhibition” and “With Charity For All: The Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection.” Both exhibits will open Feb. 12. For more information, call (317) 232-1637 or visit www.indianamuseum.org.
The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians & Western Art will host the 3rd Annual Leon Jett Memorial Lecture featuring Dr. Modube Labode, IUPUI Assistant Professor in History and Museum Studies, on Feb. 20 at 1 p.m. Labode will discuss the ways in which African Americans in the Mile-High City confronted segregation in public places from the late 1880s through 1940. For more information, call (317) 636-9378 or visit www.eitejorg.org.
Head over to the Garfield Parks Art Center for “Black Pearls: An Artistic Celebration of Black History Month.” The free exhibit showcases African and African-American artists and will display sculpture, drawings, paintings and ceramics. For more information, call (317) 327-7066.
For a complete calendar of events, call Indianapolis Downtown, Inc. at (317) 237-2222 or visit www.indydt.com.
