IN List 2026: Feb 16-Feb 22
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These events are all accurate at the time of posting, but be sure to call ahead or check vendor websites/socials before heading out.
Monday | Feb 16
Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.
Book Babies: 9:15-9:45m. Ages 0-1. Sing, rhyme, play and bond with your little one.
Toddler Time: 10-10:45am. For ages 1-3.5 years. Stories, rhymes and songs. {FULL}
Book Buddies: 4:30-5:15pm. For ages 6-11 years. Team up with a teen for 45 minutes of reading, creating and playing.
Book Buddies- Teen Volunteers: 4:30-5:15pm. Grades 9-12. Teens can team up with a school age buddy for 45 minutes of reading, creating and playing.
Avon Library Events: 498 N. Avon Ave, Avon. Registration Required.
Library closed all day.
Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.
STEAM Station: 10-10:30am. For young children. Interactive storytime with STEAM concepts.
Danville Library Events: 101 S. Indiana St, Danville. Registration Required.
Full STEAM Ahead: 4-5pm. For elementary and middle school ages. Learn about liquid density and create your own lava lamp.
Free Day at the Indiana State Museum: 10am-5pm. Explore the museum and enjoy a free, puzzle-filled day at the Indiana State Museum with escape room challenges, brain games, a Rubik’s Cube competition, and a community puzzle swap inspired by Mazes and Brain Games. Free.
Free Admission at NCAA Hall of Champions: 10am-5pm. NCAA Hall of Champions, Indianapolis, Indiana.
Free Admission at Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum: 10am-4pm. All galleries open with free admission for President’s Day.
Tuesday | Feb 17
Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.
Teddy Bears: 10-10:45am. Ages 1-3.5. Stories, rhymes and songs.
The Invisible String- a STEM Story Adventure: 6-7pm. For ages 6-11. Read a story then explore topics through STEM exploration.
Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.
Music & Movement: 10-10:30am. Babies-preschool age. Interactive story time.
STEM Challenge: DIY Harmonicas: 3:15-4pm. For teens.
Kid Librarian: 5-6pm. For school age children. Practice being a librarian for the day with a behind the scenes tour.
Trivia Tuesday: 7-9pm. Central Normal Tap, Danville. Trivia starts at 7pm, grab dinner & drinks while you play. Free to play.
Wednesday | Feb 18
Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.
Family Time: Ages 0-3.5. Explore stories, rhymes and songs together. {FULL}
Book Babies: 12:45-1:15pm. Ages 0-1. Sing, rhyme, play and bond with your little one.
The Invisible String- a STEM Story Adventure: 4:30-5:30pm. For ages 6-11. Read a story then explore topics through STEM exploration.
Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.
Amazing Artists: 10-10:30am. For babies, preschoolers, toddlers. Interactive storytime focuses on art and early literacy skills.
Teen Crochet Club: 3:15-4pm. For teens. Bring your own project to work on or learn how to crochet.
Avon Library Events: 498 N. Avon Ave, Avon. Registration Required.
Wee Wiggles: 11-11:45am. For ages 0-18 months. Music, rhymes, story and play time. {FULL}
Brainstormer STEAMworks: 4-4:45pm. For 1st-4th graders. Hands on STEAM challenge.
Danville Library Events: 101 S. Indiana St, Danville. Registration Required.
Paws to Read: 5:30-6:30pm. For elementary aged kids. Practice reading with a licensed therapy dog. Register for a 15 minute time slot.
Hendricks County Winter Famers Market: 4-6:30pm. Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds, Danville. Free to attend.
Thursday | Feb 19
Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.
Crouching Tigers Cubs: 4:30-5pm. Ages 2.5-6. Class is packed with fitness, character development, martial arts, self-defense, safety and games.
Crouching Tigers Cubs: 5-5:30pm. Ages 2.5-6. Class is packed with fitness, character development, martial arts, self-defense, safety and games.
Crouching Tigers TIGERS: 5:30-6:30pm. Ages 5-8. Class is packed with fitness, character development, martial arts, self-defense, safety and games.
Family Time: 6-6:45pm. For ages 0-6 years. Play, rhymes, songs and a simple craft.
Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.
Tiny Tinkerers: 10-10:30am. For babies, preschoolers, toddlers. Interactive storytime.
Teens Craft: Beaded Keychains: 3:15-4pm. For teens.
Baby and Toddler Dance Party: 4:30-5pm. For ages 5 and under. Dance along to kid friendly songs.
Nature Hike: 1-3pm. McCloud Nature Park, North Salem. Guided nature hike.
New Edition with Boyz II Men and Toni Braxton: 8pm. Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis. Get tickets.
Friday | Feb 20
Avon Library Events: 498 N. Avon Ave, Avon. Registration Required.
Little Storytime: 10-10:45am. For ages 18 months-3 years. Read books, dance, play time and possible craft.
Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.
Storytime Steps: 10-10:30am. Babies, toddler, preschool, children ages. Stories and movement.
Jumperoo: 10am-12pm. Urban Air Plainfield. Park will be open for ages 5 and under only. $10.99/child (parent plays free).
Homeschool Ecology Series: Sap to Syrup: 10-11:30am. McCloud Nature Park, North Salem. Family friendly event. Hands on program to learn how maple syrup is made. $10.
Love Letters Clay Class: 6-8pm. uPaint Pottery Studio, Plainfield. Hands-on clay craft. Class is designed for adults, but all ages welcome. $26.
Second Hand Soul Band (York Automotive Concert Series): 8pm. Hendricks Live!, Plainfield. Get tickets.
Saturday | Feb 21
Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.
PAWS to Read: 11am-12pm. Ages 6-11. Practice reading with a licensed therapy dog.
Avon Library Events: 498 N. Avon Ave, Avon. Registration Required.
Train Show: 10am-3pm. For all ages. Drop in Model train show.
Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.
Build a Park Pal: 10am. Avon Town Hall. Event for all ages. Build your own Park Pal stuffed animal. Registration required.
2000s Pop Trivia: 3-6pm. Books & Brews, Brownsburg. Grab food & drink and compete in a 2000s themed trivia challenge. Prizes for the top teams.
Hyryder Benefit Concert: 7:30pm. Hendricks Live!, Plainfield. Grateful dead tribute band concert where a portion of the proceeds will support Overdose Lifeline. Get tickets.
Sunday | Feb 22
Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.
Hot Cocoa and Canvas: 2-4pm. For grades 6-12.
Indiana Pacers vs Dallas Mavericks: 5pm. Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis. Get tickets.
