Carrollton, KY
12-14: Perfect Harmony Weekend. Lodging and dinner at Two Rivers Restaurant on Friday evening and several activities during the day Saturday along with Dinner Theatre at the Gen. Butler Conference Center that evening. 1-866-462-8853.
24: Carroll County’s Got Talent Auditions. 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Carroll County Public Library. All ages, acts and audiences welcome. Contact the Chamber by Monday, Feb. 22, to sign up. (502) 732-7034.

Clarksville, IN
Through 14: “Death & Taxes.” At the Derby Dinner Playhouse. For times and tickets, call (812) 288-8281 or visit www.derbydinner.com.
20, 27: “Blues Clues Live! Blue’s Birthday Party.” At the Derby Dinner Playhouse. For times and tickets, call (812) 288-8281 or visit www.derbydinner.com.

Columbus, IN
27: D’Vine Winter Wine Festival. Presented by Developmental Services Inc. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Factory 12 Event Loft, 1235 Jackson St. Pre-purchased tickets are $20; tickets at door are $25. 1-800-745-7686.

Crestwood, KY
3, 10, 17, 24: Yew Dell Gardens Garden Geeks. Join Paul Cappiello on this third installment of popular lectures. This four-night installment will cover all the goes into making stems and leaves work. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Yew Dell Gardens, 5800 N. Camden Lane. $45 for members; $55 for non-members. (502) 241-4788.
11: Horticulturalist Stephen Foltz lecture. 7 p.m. at Yew Dell Gardens. Tickets are $15 for members, $20 nonmembers. Registration is recommended. (502) 241-4788.
13: “A night in Tuscany with Chef Jay Denham.” 5 p.m. at Foxhollow Farm. $120 per couple. Reservations required. (502) 241-6869.

Florence, IN
20: “MMA Big Show: Triple Threat.” 7 p.m. at Belterra Casino Resort and Spa CenterStage Showroom. Must be 21 or older. Tickets $25-$70. 1-888-BELTERRA.
27: “Patty Loveless” in concert. 7 p.m. at Belterra Casino Resort and Spa CenterStage Showroom. Must be 21 or older. Tickets $30 1-888-BELTERRA.

Hanover, IN
2: Bernice King Lecture. King, the youngest daughter of Martin Luther King Jr., will speak about carrying on her father’s legacy as a civil rights leader. 7 p.m. in Collier Arena at Hanover College. Free, but tickets are required. (812) 866-7356.
Through Feb. 12: Digital Photographic works by Chung Fanky Chak exhibit. At the Hanover College Greiner Art Gallery. (812) 866-7000.

La Grange, KY
Through March 12: Angie Campbell Student Art Exhibit. At Gallery 104.
6: Low Cost Spay/Neuter Cat Special. For those who cannot afford full veterinary care. At the Humane Society of Oldham County. Registration required. (502) 222-7537.
10: “Kentucky Afield: A Night with Tim Farmer.” 6 p.m. Tim Farmer will present a history of the world’s longest-running television show, “Kentucky Afield.” Vintage wildlife films by Carl Maslowski will be featured as background entertainment during dinner. Tickets $20 members; $25 non-members. (502) 222-0826.
26: Showcase Oldham County Exhibitor Appreciation Breakfast. Appreciation event for booth exhibitors at the Showcase Oldham County on March 13. Booths are $275. (502) 222-1635, Ext. 114.
27: “His Needs/Her Needs.” The Marriage Education and Resource Center (MERCY) workshop at Baptist Hospital Northeast from 9:30-11 a.m. To register call (502) 939-0121 or email pdhud9@aol.com or visit www.kmrc.com.

Louisville, KY
3: Natalie MacMaster in concert. 8 p.m. at the Brown Theatre. Sponsored by WFPK.
4: Murder & Madness: The Myth of the Kentucky Tragedy. 4-6 p.m. at the Filson Historical Society. Free. For reservations visit www.filsonhistorical.org or call The Filson at (502) 635-5083.
5: “Art After Dark: Fleur De Lis.” 7-11 p.m. at The Speed Art Museum, 2035 S. Third St. $5 for museum members, University of Louisville and Bellarmine students with I.D.; $15 non-members. (502) 634-2700.
7: Louisville’s “Best” Bridal Show. At the Frazier International History Museum hosted by The Louisville Wedding Network. 12-4 p.m. Free. (502) 777-4789
7-13: International Coaching Week. Kentuckiana chapter and Kentucky Coaches Alliance is having events each day of the week for professional and life coaches for one on one and small group coaching. www.kycoaches.com. (502) 541-3106.
9: Coffee and Coaching. Kentucky Coaches Alliance is celebrating International Coaching Week. 5:30-7:30 p.m. at La Vida Java, 1301 Herr Lane. Free. ((502) 541-3106.
10-11: “Owning Your Own Business.” SCORE offers this series seminar on owning a business every second Wednesday and Thursday of each month. 7-9:15 p.m. at the University of Louisville ITRC building on the U of L Shelby Campus. $45 covers the cost of materials. (502) 582-5976.
12: “Ordinary People, Extraordinary Courage: Men and Women of the Underground Railroad.” Sally Kirk, Director of the Underground Railroad in the Ohio River Valley at the Filson Historical Society, will speak. Noon at the Filson
Historical Society, 1310 S. Third St. (502) 635-5083.
12: Terrance Simien in concert. 8 p.m. at the Bomhard Theatre. Sponsored by WFPK.
13: Voodoo Love Dolls with Angela Ramsey Robinson. Noon-4 p.m. at the Kentucky Museum of Art & Craft, 625 W. Main St. Workshop is open to beginners who want to try something new. $45 for museum members, $50 for non-members. For reservations (502) 589-0102 or email danewaters@kentuckyarts.org.
12: Valentine Dinner Show, Dancing and Silent Auction. 6 p.m. cash bar and silent auction opening; 6:45 p.m. dinner catered by the Jefferson Club; 8 p.m. show of beloved songs by the Louisville Chorus at the Jefferson Club. Tickets are $100; reservations required. (502) 968-6300.
12-13: Spirit of Jefferson Valentine Cruise. Boarding at 6:30 a.m., cruising from 7-9 p.m. at Fourth Street Wharf. Tickets are $45 adults, $44 seniors, $30 children; Reservations are required (502) 574-2992 or 1-888-832-0011.
14: Spirit of Jefferson Sweetheart Lunch Cruise. A DJ will provide music and a buffet is offered. Boarding is at 1:30 p.m.; cruising 2-4 p.m. Tickets are $30 adults, $29 seniors and $20 children (ages 3-12). Advance reservations are required. (502) 574-2992 or 1-866-832-0011.
19: Blues Night. 7 p.m. at the Filson Historical Society. $20 for Filson members, $25 for nonmembers. For reservations visit www.filsonhistorical.org or call The Filson at (502) 635-5083.
19-21: Derby City Film Festival. Screening 45 films from representing more than 12 countries and including six films from Kentucky filmmakers. At the Clifton Center. Festival passes and tickets are on available at www.derbycityfilmfest.com.
21: Free Bridal Show hosted by The Louisville Wedding Network. 1-4 p.m. at the Sawyer Hayes Center in EP “Tom” Sawyer State Park. (502) 777-4789. www.LouisvilleWeddingNetwork.com.
22-March 15: The Filson Bourbon Academy with Mike Veach. 6 p.m. at the Filson Historical Society. $20 for Filson members, $25 for nonmembers. For reservations visit www.filsonhistorical.org or call The Filson at (502) 635-5083.
23: Cotton and Race in the Making of America: The Human Costs of Economic Power. 6 p.m. at the Filson Historical Society. Free. Reservations are required. Visit www.filsonhistorical.org or call (502) 635-5083 for reservations.
26: Free Bridal Show hosted by The Louisville Wedding Network. 5-8 p.m. at the Mellwood Arts and Entertainment Center. (502) 777-4789. www.LouisvilleWeddingNetwork.com.
27: Wild and Scenic Environmental Film Festival. 8 p.m. at the Clifton Center, 2117 Payne St. Tickets are $15. An opening reception will be held at 7 p.m. Tickets for the opening reception are $30.

Madison, IN
Black History Month: Feb. 13: Sue Livers will portray Patsy Ann Harris, wife of Underground Railroad conductor Chapman Harris. 2 p.m. at Historic Madison Inc.’s African Methodist Episcopal Church Building, 309 E. Fifth St.; Feb. 14: Anna Laura Whittaker Missionary Circle will host speaker Grace Humes for a program on “The History of the Baptist Church.” 2 p.m. at the Broadway Second Baptist Church, 615 Broadway St.; Feb. 17; Sue Livers interprets Patsy Ann Harris. 11:30 a.m. at the Madison Jefferson County Public Library, 420 W. Main St.; 21: Reverend Dennis Laffoon will speak. 3 p.m. at St. Stephen’s A.M.E. Church, 210 W. Main St.; Feb. 27: WAVE 3 TV anchor Dawne Gee will speak. 3 p.m. at the Broadway Second Baptist Church, 615 Broadway St. All event free but donations accepted. (812) 265-0555 or (812) 866-3617.
5: Central Muscatatuck Watershed Project Public Meeting. Jefferson County Fairgrounds Community Building at 6:30 p.m. Light refreshments and door prizes. RSVP by Feb. 5 (812) 689-6410 ext. 5 or casie.auxier@in.usda.gov.
5: Madison Senior Dances. Charlie Humphrey band at the Brown Gym. Doors open 5 p.m. dance at 6:30 p.m. $2.50 per person. Free snacks and door prizes. Other bands and dance dates: Feb. 12 Tommy Day. Feb. 19 Guest Band. Feb. 26 Gary Hewitt.
6, 13, 20, 27: Lide White Community Center Dances. 7-10 p.m. at the Lide White Memorial Boys & Girls Club Family & Community Center. $3 per person.
6: “Swing Your Sweetie Valentines Dance. Sponsored by the Madison Main Street Program. 8 p.m. at the Moose Lodge. $15 single, $25 couple. (812) 265-3270.
6: Bluegrass Music. 6 p.m. at the Jefferson County 4-H Fairgrounds. Free.
8: Community Chorus Registration. Registration for the South Central Indiana Community Chorus is open to adults 18 and older regardless of musical experience. 7-9 p.m. at Madison Music Center, 114 E. Main St. (812) 352-9148.
9: Builders Association of River Valley monthly membership meeting. 7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Lodge. RSVP to Bonnie at barivervalley@seidata.com.
13: Schocolade Celebration. Winery tasting, cellar-Loft Gallery at the Lanthier Winery. (812) 273-2409.
13: Mardi Gras Ball. 7 p.m. at the Masonic Lodge third floor. $50 per person. (812) 599-5313, (812) 265-8926 or (812) 265-2158.
13: “Wine Lovers Dinner.” Enjoy this four-course dinner, award-winning wines. At Madison Vineyards, 1456 E. 400 N. (812) 273-6500 or 1-888-473-6500.
16: “When the Going Gets Tough, The Tough Market!” Free marketing workshop for Indiana Artisans. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Madison City Hall. Space limited to 20. Call Eric Freeman (317) 607-8715.
16: Thomas Family Winery Mardi Gras Night. 208 E. Second St. (812) 273-3755 or 1-800-948-8466.
19-21: Triptych: Three Medieval Plays. Hanover College. 7:30 p.m. Free. (812) 866-7110.
26: Fourth Friday Art Jam. Free “free happening” on the sidewalks and in the shops. 5-9 p.m. Free trolley rides 6-9 p.m. most months. (812) 273-0556.

Rising Sun, IN
19: George Washington: the Man and the Myth. Heritage Hall at 6 p.m. Dinner and program is $12 for members and $15 for non-members. Program only is $4 for members; $5 for non-members. (812) 438-4915.

Scottsburg, IN
23: Historic Window Workshop. 6-8 p.m. at the Scott County Heritage Center. Free. (812) 752-1050.
26-28: “An Evening with the Lincolns.” This production will be performed by The Scott County Theatre Company. 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 3 p.m. Sundays at the Scott County Heritage Center and Museum. Tickets are $8 in advance, $10 at the door. (812) 752-1050.
17: Brown Bag Lunch. Noon at the Scott County Heritage Center and Museum, 1050 S. Main. (812) 752-1050.

Vevay, IN
5: First Friday. Visit art galleries throughout downtown, shop, take a carriage ride or visit one of the eateries and enjoy live entertainment. 6-9 p.m. along Main Street. (812) 427-2445.
5-28: Paintings by Clinton Cole exhibit. At Signatures of Switzerland County, 120 W. Main St. (812) 427-2024.
6: Heating and Cooling Workshop. Dr. Bill Hill will present a free heating and cooling workshop. 9 a.m.-noon at the Vevay Main Street Office, 105 W. Pike St. An optional demonstration of tools to trace and identify energy leaks will be presented at a local home from 1-4 p.m. Free. (812) 427-9406.
23: Annual Tobacco Meeting. Switzerland and Jefferson County Purdue Extension office’s annual meeting. 6 p.m. at the Switzerland County Fairgrounds. (812) 427-3152.

Other Areas
Through April 13: African-American Woman Quilters: A Hidden Gem. At the Art Center in Indianapolis. Open weekdays 9 a.m. – 10 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sun. 12-6 p.m. Free. www.IndplsArtCenter.org. (317) 255-2464.
9: Seminar for Estate and Family Business Transfer Planning. West Lafayette, Ind. Program to help individuals, farmers, landowners and family businesses understand and make plans for the transfer of property. Scheduled by the Purdue Extension Jefferson County in Madison. Pre-registration is required with a small fee. (812) 265-8919.
10: Arts Day. Presented by the Kentucky Arts Council. 5 p.m. at the Berry Hill Mansion in Frankfort, Ky. (502) 564-3757 Ext. 473.
13: Acrylic Home Décor on Slate. Donna Ashley will introduce painting on slate surfaces as part of the Gateway to the Arts Series session from 9 a.m. – noon in the Aurora City Building in Aurora, Ind. $10 for Adult DHAC members, $15 for adult non-members, $10 for students. Cost includes supplies. Registration is recommended by Feb. 11. (812) 539-4251.
27-28; and March 6-7: 19th Annual Maple Syrup Festival. 321 N. Garrison Hollow Rd., Salem, Ind. Free. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (812) 967-4491. www.LMSugrbush.com.