IN List 2026: Apr 20 - Apr 26

IN List
Written By Carly Schafer

The IN List is a free weekly newsletter that shares the top events going on this week in Brownsburg, Avon, Plainfield, Danville, Pittsboro and Indianapolis.

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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 | Apr 20

Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.

  • Stories & Stations: 10-10:45am. For ages 0-6. [WAITLIST]

  • Book Buddies: 4:30-5:15pm. Ages 6-11.

  • Book Buddies: Teen Volunteers: 4:30-5:15pm. For grades 9-12.

Avon Library Events:498 N. Avon Ave, Avon. Registration Required.

  • Big and Little Storytime: 10-10:45am. For ages 18 months-6 years. [FULL]

  • Friends’ Book Sale: 10:30am-12pm. All ages. Shop for bargains on books.

Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.

  • Tiny Tinkerers: 10-10:30am. For babies, preschoolers, toddlers. Interactive storytime.

  • Cosplay Crafts: Growth Stone Amulet: 3:15-4pm. For teens.

  • Toddler Bounce House: 5-5:30pm. Ages 3 and under. High energy play time.

Danville Library Events:101 S. Indiana St, Danville. Registration Required.

  • Full STEAM Ahead: 4-5pm. Elementary to middle school ages. Hands-on discovery.

Tuesday | Apr 21

Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.

  • Stories & Stations: 10-10:45am. For ages 0-6. [WAITLIST]

Avon Library Events:498 N. Avon Ave, Avon. Registration Required.

  • Chess Club: 6:30-7:30. For families.

Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.

  • STEAM Station: 10-10:30am. For ages baby-preschool. Interactive storytime that introduces STEAM concepts.

  • Teens Craft: Mini Sprout Buddies: 3:15-4pm. For teens.

  • Music Makers: 5-5:30pm. For preschoolers and young children.

Danville Library Events:101 S. Indiana St, Danville. Registration Required.

  • Books & Bites: 4-5pm. For teens. Book club with themed treats.

Trivia Tuesday: 7-9pm. Central Normal Tap, Danville. Trivia starts at 7pm, grab dinner & drinks while you play. Free to play.

Wednesday | Apr 22

Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.

  • Stories & Stations: 10-10:45am. For ages 0-6. [WAITLIST]

  • Book Babies: 12:45-1:15pm. Ages 0-1.

  • Let’s Celebrate Earth Day: 4-5pm. Ages 6-11.

Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.

  • Music & Movement: 10-10:30am. Babies-preschool age. Interactive story time.

  • Junior Gardeners: Journals and Seeds: 5-5:45pm. For school age children.

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 elementary ages.

Homeschool Study- Earth Day Celebration: 12-2pm. Pecar Nature Park, Avon. For ages 5+. Bring an old t-shirt for an activity.

Earth Day Make & Takes: Seed Packet Mini Journals: 12-7pm. Indiana Farmhouse, Danville. Hands-on experience for all skill levels. Registration required.

Wild Wednesdays: 5pm. Lucas Oil Raceway Park, Brownsburg. Bring your favorite car, truck or bike and see what it can run on the track. $30 spectators (ages 13+), crew $15, children 12 and under free.

Harriet: Trying To Get The Feeling Again: 7pm. Hendricks Live!, Plainfield. Get tickets.

Music Bingo: 7-9pm. Pinheads Alley’s Alehouse, Brownsburg. Free to play.

Thursday | Apr 23

Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.

  • Get Ready for Kindergarten: 1-1:45pm. Ages 3.5-6 years.

  • 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.

  • Stories & Stations: 6-6:45pm. For ages 0-6.

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.

  • Paper Crafts: Sprout Kintsugi: 3:15-4pm.

  • Make It: Upcycled Fairy Lanterns: 5-5:30pm. For school age children.

Friday | Apr 24

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. [FULL]

  • Afternoon Storytime: 2-2:45pm. For ages 3-6. Songs, books, crafts and more with Mr. Blake.

Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.

  • Storytime Steps: 10-10:30am. Babies, toddler, preschool, children ages. Stories and movement.

  • Magic the Gathering Tournament: 3:15-4pm. For teens.

Jumperoo: 10am-12pm. Urban Air Plainfield. Park will be open for ages 5 and under only. $10.99/child (parent plays free).

Friday Night Strings- John Stevens Jr: 7-9pm. The Kickstand Bar & Grill, Danville. Live. music. Free to attend.

Hendricks Symphony Presents: The Golden Record: 7:30pm. Hendricks Live!, Plainfield. Get tickets.

Saturday | Apr 25

Danville Library Events:101 S. Indiana St, Danville. Registration Required.

  • LEGO Club: 10:30-11:30am. Preschool-middle school ages.

E.T. Bracket Series Races #3 and #4: Gates open at 8am, cars on track at 10am. Lucas Oil Raceway Park, Indianapolis. $20 (kids 12 and under free). More info.

Gardening For All Ages: 9am-4pm. Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds, Danville. Spring gardening show with free classes, expert help, vendors, plus free trees & seeds, kids activities, and more.

Avon Parks Trails Day: 9am. Blue Heron Park, Avon. Trail festival with a bird walk, park fitness session, pet-friendly trails, and more outdoor activities.

2nd Annual Petal Push 5k: 10am-1pm. Beasley’s Orchard, Danville. Registration is $35 and includes participation in run/walk, t-shirt, cup of apple cider, apple cider donut, access to Barnyard Bonanza activities.

DIY Bench Workshop: 1-4pm. Board & Brush, Brownsburg. DIY bench workshop with guided instruction, customizable designs, and all materials included. Pre-registration required.

Homeschool Study- Earth Day Celebration: 12-2pm. Pecar Nature Park, Avon. For ages 5+. Bring an old t-shirt for an activity.

Arbor Day: 12-2pm. Echo Hollow Nature Park, Plainfield. Celebrate Earth Day & Arbor Day with free tree saplings, hands-on workshops, interactive exhibits, live animals, and family-friendly activities focused on a greener future. Free.

Kegs & Eggs Craft Beer Fest: 1-5pm. Washington Township Park Pavilion Center, Avon. For ages 21+. Unlimited pours, food trucks, egg hunt & more. Get tickets.

Dirty Deeds: The AC/DC Experience: 8pm. Hendricks Live!, Plainfield. Get tickets.

The JDP Band: 9pm-midnight. The Kickstand Bar & Grill, Danville. Live music. Free to attend.

Sunday | Apr 26

E.T. Bracket Series Races #3 and #4: Gates open at 8am, cars on track at 10am. Lucas Oil Raceway Park, Indianapolis. $20 (kids 12 and under free). More info.

Hendricks Symphony Presents: The Golden Record: 7:30pm. Hendricks Live!, Plainfield. Get tickets.

Carly Schafer
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