111 South
812-449-5627
June 4: Brinker’s 4th Annual Art Show at 111 South – Your sense of sight, sound, and fun will all be satisfied at this evening that includes a performance of EVSC’s summer musical Seussical, as well as local art displays such as photography, jewelry and paintings. Family fun includes face painting, and animal friends from the Wesselman Nature Society will join
the party as well. This event is free to the public.
Angel Mounds State Historic Site
812-853-3956
Continuing throughJune 3: “Contemporary Show” – The Contemporary Show is an exhibit put together by the Tri-State Art Guild, whose theme centers on contemporary subject matter. Call or visit angelmounds.org for more information.
Continuing through June 22: “Archaeology C.S.I. Day” – This event is designed to let students experience a “Cultural Scene Investigation,” as archaeologists demonstrate and discuss aspects of the science and history of archaeology. (6th & 7th
graders only).
Burdette Park
812-401-4243
June 26: Big Bash Fundraiser – Every summer at Burdette Park, the Evansville Symphonic Band presents a series of free concerts. This annual event makes those concerts possible, with food, dancing, raffles and - of course - music. Doors open at 5 p.m. Music begins at 6 p.m.
Downtown Evansville
812-401-4243
Continuing through June: Vanderburgh County Farm Bureau Farmers’ Market – The Farmers’ Market will open at 8:00 am every Friday in June and is located on the corner of Sycamore and 2nd streets in Downtown Evansville. It will feature fresh produce, herbs, crafts, baked goods and everything in between! Vendor applications are available for download at www.evansvillegage.com. The market will be open until 2:00 p.m. through October 7. For more information, call GAGE at 812-401-4243.
Evansville Civic Theatre
812-425-2800
June 3 - 4: Nobody Don’t Like Yogi – This special presentation at Germania Maennerchor is a one-man play about the famous Yogi Berra, played by local favorite Rick Kerstig. The show is preceded by a “Beer and Brats” dinner. Cocktail hour starts at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $25, which includes dinner. Seating is limited to 200 tickets. Call 812-425-2800
for reservations.
Eykamp Scout Center
812-422-2111
June 25: Art Fair in the Park – Is there a better way to spend a spring day than shopping in the sunshine? The Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana introduces this new event, an art fair featuring kids’ activities, artist booths, and musical entertainment. 11:00 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science
812-425-2406
Continuing through June 26: “Reflection on the Civil War” – As we approach the sesquicentennial anniversary of the Civil war, take a look back at relics from this time period with a special emphasis on Evansville’s experience.
Historic New Harmony
812-682-4474
June 11 - 12: Golden Raintree Antique Show
Starting at 9 a.m. both days, you can find this unique exhibit inside the Ribeyre gymnasium in downtown New Harmony. Free admission is a highlight of both days as you browse the booths and enjoy food and drink. Visit newharmony.biz for more information.
New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art
812-464-8600
June 25: Curt Schmitt and John Spurgin – Local cabinet maker, Schmitt, and painter, Spurgin, opening reception. 10 a.m.
June 16 – July 21: Ceramics Workshop – Every Thursday at 5:30 p.m.
Mesker Park Zoo
812-435-6143
June 11: Zoo Brew – Adults over 21 years of age are invited to the Mesker Park Zoo to sample local craft brews in the wildest setting in Evansville. Take a trip through Amazonia and the botanical gardens while enjoying drink samplings and live music. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
New Harmony Theatre
877-NHT-SHOW
June 17 - 26: Lost in Yonkers – As seen through the eyes of her two grandsons, a tough old German matriarch rules the world of her candy store and her unmarried daughter, Bella. As the story unfolds, it tells the compelling theatrical tale Neil Simon ever wrote. Evening shows begin at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday matinees begin at 2:00 p.m.
St. John’s East UCC
812-424-4398
June 7: A Celebration for Organ, Orchestra & Chorus – Featuring Mark X. Hatfield, the EPO Chamber Orchestra and Chorus and special guest, Gina Moore. The program will include selections from Handel, Mozart, Adagio, Barber and a few other patriotic selections. This event is free and open to the public. Concert begins at 7:00 p.m.
Willard Library Book Fair
812-425-4309
June 4: Annual Library Book Sale – The Evansville area’s largest one-day book sale, featuring collections of fiction, history (especially the Civil War and WWII), and fishing, will be of special interest to bibliophiles of all ages. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
