IN List 2026: May 11 - May 17

IN List
Written By Carly Schafer

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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 | May 11

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

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

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.

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

  • Dungeon Drop In: 3:15-4pm. For teens.

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

  • Toddler Tales: 10-11am. Storytime fun for toddlers.

  • Women’s Self Defense Class: 5:30-9:30pm. Ages 16+.

Home School Art Day: 1-2:30pm. uPaint Pottery Studio, Plainfield. Create a llama planter from clay. $18/painter.

Tuesday | May 12

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

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

  • Story Tales with Dogs from Love on a Leash: 6:30-7:30pm. For ages 5-10.

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

  • 512 Innovators: 5-6:15pm. Grades 5-12.

Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.

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

  • Gamer Crafts: DIY Claw Machine: 3:15-4pm. For teens.

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

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

  • Preschool Storytime: 10-11am. Stories & play for preschoolers.

Kids Yoga- 10-11am. W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park (Bluegill Shelter), Danville. Beginner friendly classes, bring a mat or towel and water. Free.

Yap with a Naturalist: 1-2pm. McCloud Nature Park, North Salem. Ask any questions to a naturalist and have refreshments. Free.

End of School Permanent Jewelry Party: 6-8pm. Mokey’s on the Square, Danville. BOGO ½ off bracelets, cocktails, mocktails and charcuterie.

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

Wednesday | May 13

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

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

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

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.

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

  • Stuffy and Me Yoga: 6-7pm. Preschool and elementary ages. Bring your favorite stuffy and do yoga.

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.

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

Thursday | May 14

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.

Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.

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

  • Homeschool Chemistry for Kids: 2-2:30pm. For school age children.

  • Super Smash Bros Tournament: 3:15-4pm. For teens.

Critter Feeding: 2-3pm. McCloud Nature Park, North Salem. $2/person.

The Children’s Ballet Presents: A Royal Visit: 5:30pm. Hendricks Live!, Plainfield. Get tickets.

Friday | May 15

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.

  • Porch Party with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway: 5:30-7:30pm. All ages.

Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.

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

  • Paper Crafts: Origami Succulents: 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).

Mother’s Day Tea Service: 11:30am-2pm. Ms. B’s Teas, Clayton. Celebrate mom with tea, three-tiered tower of dainty eats and a mocktail. Reservation required. $50.

Pints and Paddles: 5-8pm. Stephen’s Park, Brownsburg. Socializing and friendly games of pickleball for all experience levels, then grab wine or beer after. Free.

Live Music on the Patio featuring Shane and Tarron: 6:30-10pm. Pittsboro Golf Course. Family friendly event. Food truck on site. Free to attend.

Evenings in Danville Summer Concert Series: 7-10pm. Danville Town Square. Family friendly event. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit and listen. Free.

Friday Night Strings- Tom Clark & Backroad Revival: 7-9pm. The Kickstand Bar & Grill, Danville. Live. music. Free to attend.

The Children’s Ballet Presents: A Royal Visit: 7pm. Hendricks Live!, Plainfield. Get tickets.

Saturday | May 16

Danville Farmers Market: 8am-12pm. Danville square. Free to attend.

E.T. Bracket Series Races #5 and #6: gates open at 8am, cars on track at 10am. Lucas Oil Raceway Park. Opening weekend of the 2026 Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park E.T. Bracket Series! More info here.

Family Yoga: 9-10am. W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park (Bluegill Shelter), Danville. Beginner friendly classes, bring a mat or towel and water. Free.

Alpaca Yoga: 9-10am. Montrose Farms Alpaca Ranch, Brownsburg. Bring mat and sunscreen. $30.

Community Fit Day: 10am-12pm. Scott Park, Pittsboro. All ages fitness event with Barbell Fitness. Food truck vendors on site. Free to attend.

Mother’s Day Tea Service: 11:30am-2pm. Ms. B’s Teas, Clayton. Celebrate mom with tea, three-tiered tower of dainty eats and a mocktail. Reservation required. $50.

Sunday | May 17

E.T. Bracket Series Races #5 and #6: gates open at 8am, cars on track at 10am. Lucas Oil Raceway Park. Opening weekend of the 2026 Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park E.T. Bracket Series! More info here.

Spring-Palooza Peony Festival: 11am-5pm. Avon Gardens. Family friendly event. Explore the gardens, shop vendors, food trucks on site, games and crafts and more. Free to attend.

Carly Schafer
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