Community Calendar

This exhibit highlights the history of the Indiana University Summer Language Workshop, which celebrates its 75th anniversary this summer. Founded in 1951 at the height of the Cold War as the Russian Workshop to address a critical shortage of language instruction, the program quickly expanded to become one of the largest and most effective intensive language programs in Russian, and later other less commonly taught languages, in the United States. Over its 75-year history, the Workshop has provided language training to more than 10,000 students in approximately 50 languages. The exhibit features archival documents, publicity materials, photographs, artifacts, and oral history interviews with former directors, instructors, and alumni that illustrate the development and success of the Workshop.

This exhibit highlights the history of the Indiana University Summer Language Workshop, which celebrates its 75th anniversary this summer. Founded in 1951 at the height of the Cold War as the Russian Workshop to address a critical shortage of language instruction, the program quickly expanded to become one of the largest and most effective intensive language programs in Russian, and later other less commonly taught languages, in the United States. Over its 75-year history, the Workshop has provided language training to more than 10,000 students in approximately 50 languages. The exhibit features archival documents, publicity materials, photographs, artifacts, and oral history interviews with former directors, instructors, and alumni that illustrate the development and success of the Workshop.

This exhibit highlights the history of the Indiana University Summer Language Workshop, which celebrates its 75th anniversary this summer. Founded in 1951 at the height of the Cold War as the Russian Workshop to address a critical shortage of language instruction, the program quickly expanded to become one of the largest and most effective intensive language programs in Russian, and later other less commonly taught languages, in the United States. Over its 75-year history, the Workshop has provided language training to more than 10,000 students in approximately 50 languages. The exhibit features archival documents, publicity materials, photographs, artifacts, and oral history interviews with former directors, instructors, and alumni that illustrate the development and success of the Workshop.

Makevention is a family friendly event celebrating makers, art, science, and engineering! This year it will be held Saturday, September 27th, from 10am-4pm at Switchyard Park in Bloomington Indiana. There will be: DIY exhibitions, robots, laser cutters, artistry, and many other things to see and do. This year we will have a drawing for a free 3D printer kit during the event! Makevention is hosted by Bloominglabs which is a 501c3 non-profit and the event is free to attend, bring the whole family!

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a community art show and pop-up market at FAR! The show will be on view in our 505 Theater Tuesday through Friday. The Friday closing reception will take place during Gallery Walk with music by Sergio Ospina Romero Latin Jazz Trio and food for sale by Maiz Comida Colombiana + Midnight Mariposa

Gallery Walk Closing Reception and Market: Friday, October 3rd 5pm - 8pm

Artists:

Alexandra McNichols-Torroledo
Avery Miller
Bryan Castillo
Carina Leiva
Dama Mora
Elena Guzman
Gloria Manzanares
Olivia Trevino
Ricardo Andres
Simone Cabral Vilaca
Tatum Hernandez

On View:
September 30 - October 3rd

FAR Center for Contemporary Art
505 W 4th St Bloomington, IN

https://www.thefar.org/events/event/106030/

Too many books, no such thing! The Boozy Book Fair with Morgenstern Books returns to WonderLab. This event is going to be packed full of book lovers who are trying to find something new. Wanting to start a book club? Trying to find your next favorite read? Want to support a great local business? You can do it all at the Boozy Book Fair.

Mercy Table’s 4th Annual Christmas Holiday Market returns to Anderson, Indiana, on Friday, December 12, and Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 10AM to 4PM. It is hosted at Mercy Road Church Anderson, 2625 Lindberg Rd. This festive two-day event is a celebration of community, creativity, and generosity, with proceeds directly supporting Mercy Table’s Wrapped in Mercy Toy Drive the following weekend, which ensures local children receive Christmas gifts.

Guests can expect a cheerful and welcoming holiday atmosphere filled with local vendors offering handcrafted goods, seasonal treats, and one-of-a-kind gifts for all ages. Santa Claus will be on-site for photos with children, and for added convenience, a gift-wrapping station will be available for a small fee. There will also be live entertainment. This market is more than a shopping experience, it’s a meaningful way to give back. Every person in attendance helps bring joy to children, making this market a place where the Spirit of Christmas truly comes to life.

Mercy Table’s 4th Annual Christmas Holiday Market returns to Anderson, Indiana, on Friday, December 12, and Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 10AM to 4PM. It is hosted at Mercy Road Church Anderson, 2625 Lindberg Rd. This festive two-day event is a celebration of community, creativity, and generosity, with proceeds directly supporting Mercy Table’s Wrapped in Mercy Toy Drive the following weekend, which ensures local children receive Christmas gifts.

Guests can expect a cheerful and welcoming holiday atmosphere filled with local vendors offering handcrafted goods, seasonal treats, and one-of-a-kind gifts for all ages. Santa Claus will be on-site for photos with children, and for added convenience, a gift-wrapping station will be available for a small fee. There will also be live entertainment. This market is more than a shopping experience, it’s a meaningful way to give back. Every person in attendance helps bring joy to children, making this market a place where the Spirit of Christmas truly comes to life.