Hallie Gallinat

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Arts and Entertainment Reporter at The Republic

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Articles

Sandi’s Closet Singers choir to have first concert

3 weeks ago | therepublic.com | Hallie Gallinat

Sandi’s Closet Singers, a dementia-inclusive choir group, will be concluding its pilot 14-week program with its first concert on Tuesday at Memorial Baptist Church. This concert will be followed by a reception that audience members are invited to attend with catering provided by Munchies Managed by Melanie. Tickets for the concert cost $10 and will be available at the door on June 10. The concert begins at 11 a.m.The program launched in March by the charity Sandi’s Closet, Inc.
Orphan Grain Train receives $20k grant for replacement truck

3 weeks ago | therepublic.com | Hallie Gallinat

Orphan Grain Train has announced that the organization has been selected by the Raymond James Charitable Board of Trustees to receive a grant to replace the organization’s pickup truck used in deliveries. The grant is part of the 2025 funding cycle of the Raymond James Charitable Grant Initiative, manager Gene Ernst said.
Auditions to be held for new production

3 weeks ago | therepublic.com | Hallie Gallinat

EDINBURGH — Fidelity Farms’ Fairy Tale Musical Theater will be holding auditions for their new fairy tale “The King’s Letters: An Ode to Joy” on June 12 at the Edinburgh Pixy Theatre. Teens and adults are welcome to audition. Roles are mostly comedic and include, but are not limited to, a queen, two witches, goblins, a court jester and the flamboyant “Lady Pomp-Adora.” Horns and strings instrumentalists are also welcome to audition. Auditions will BE from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on June 12.
Library to hold Renaissance Fair packed with themed activities

3 weeks ago | therepublic.com | Hallie Gallinat

The Bartholomew County Public Library has issued a decree that all are invited to partake in festivities at its June 14 Renaissance Faire, to be held at The LEX. The faire, the first of its kind to be held by the library, will feature Renaissance-themed activities including the magician Quibbleflop, animals from Utopia Wildlife Rescue and performances from the Mandolin Orchestra, according to Teen Programming Director Dakota Hall.
Aviation Day 2025 to soar to new heights with two days of fun

3 weeks ago | therepublic.com | Hallie Gallinat

See the history of aviation while also looking into the future at this year’s Aviation Day Friday and Saturday at the Columbus Municipal Airport. “It’s going to be a very exciting time for us,” Airport Director Brian Payne said.
New pastor to be installed at First Lutheran Church

4 weeks ago | therepublic.com | Hallie Gallinat

First Lutheran Church recently welcomed a new pastor to their congregation. Amy Bartleson Balcam, who participated in her first service on May 5, will be officially installed in a Rite of Installation service on June 15.
Arts Alley to reopen with ceremony June 6

1 month ago | therepublic.com | Hallie Gallinat

Everyone is invited to celebrate the reopening and re-imagining of 6th Street as the new Arts Alley parklet in an unveiling ceremony featuring local talent and creativity. Designed by Lulu Loquidis and Daniel Martinez of LAA Office, the new space includes a vibrant new mural, public furniture, a flexible layout, free public Wi-Fi and electrical access for concerts and vendors, according to artsincolumbus.org.
Irish singer Daniel O’Donnell to perform at Brown County Music Center

1 month ago | therepublic.com | Hallie Gallinat

Coming all the way from Ireland to make his Brown County debut, world-renowned singer and television host Daniel O’Donnell will be performing at the Brown County Music Center this June. For over 40 years, O’Donnell has been entertaining audiences around the world with his music and personality. According to the Brown County Music Center, he is the only artist in the world to score a hit in the UK album charts every year since 1988, outshining artists like Michael Jackson and Madonna.
JazzIN Columbus to return for encore season with Rob Dixon and Triology

1 month ago | therepublic.com | Hallie Gallinat

The popular JazzIN Columbus series is returning for an encore season with four upcoming performances this year. This year’s season will feature well-known jazz artists of Indiana, beginning with saxophonist Rob Dixon and Triology on June 12. Based in Indianapolis, Dixon said his interest in music began when a high school fusion band came to perform when he was in elementary school.
Indiana Wine Fair turns 21 this year with new offerings

1 month ago | therepublic.com | Hallie Gallinat

Raise a glass this summer to one of Story Inn’s most celebrated events. The Indiana Wine Fair will be returning May 31, celebrating the wine industry of Indiana with over a dozen Hoosier wineries to choose from. According to Story Inn volunteer Claire Becraft, the wine fair began over 20 years ago by the late Story Inn owner Rick Hofstetter, who she said was very passionate about wine.