Arts in Bloomington

For those looking to wander through a gallery, check out a local musician or learn something new, here are some arts events in Bloomington this week worth a visit.  

Local music
Bloomington Songwriters Showcase
Monday, May 19
8 p.m.
Player’s Pub will feature different Bloomington artists during the Bloomington Songwriters Showcase.
Admission is free, but donations are welcomed.

African Dance
Tuesday, May 20
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Afro Hoosier International will perform African and world dance music.
Admission is free.

Galleries & Exhibits
“Mandatory Expression: Prague”
through May 31
10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
This exhibit at By Hand Gallery features Bloomington-based photographer Kyle Spears. It showcases his recent body of work from Prague, Czech Republic.
Admission is free.

Auto Indiana
through December 31
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
This exhibit at the Monroe County History Center examines the role of the car in the Hoosier State. Admission is $2 for adults, $1 for children ages 6 to 17 and free for those younger than 6.

Classes & Presentations
The Art of Hypnosis
Tuesday, May 20
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
The Art of Hypnosis will take place at the Venue. The presentation will focus on how types of hypnosis can be learning tools in people’s lives.
Admission is free.

Yoga classes
Saturdays through Oct. 25
11:30 to 12:30 p.m.
The IU Art Museum and Vibe Yoga Studio offer free yoga classes for one hour each Saturday in the Thomas T. Solley Atrium on the second floor.
 Admission is free.