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Monday | Oct 12
Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.
2s and 3s Storytime: 10-10:45am. For ages 2-3 year olds. [FULL]
4s and 5s Storytime: 1-1:45pm. For ages 4-5 year olds. [WAITLIST]
DIY Switchcovers: 3-4pm. For grades 9-12.
Young Hoosier Book Club: 6-6:45pm. For ages 6-11.
Avon Library Events:498 N. Avon Ave, Avon. Registration Required.
Library closed all day.
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.
Relax and Read: 4:30-5pm. For school age children. Cozy reading room to quietly read or chat with friends.
Danville Library Events:101 S. Indiana St, Danville. Registration Required.
Toddler Tales: 10-11am. For toddlers. Storytime fun.
McCloud Prairie Maze: 7am-9pm. McCloud Nature Park, North Salem. Prairie maze at McCloud Nature Park featuring a bald eagle design. The maze is open daily from Sept. 5–Oct. 31, from dawn to dusk. Free.
Tuesday | Oct 13
Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.
1s and 2s Storytime: 10-10:45am. For 1 and 2 year olds. [FULL]
4s and 5s Storytime: 10-10:45am. For 4 and 5 year olds. [FULL]
2s and 3s Storyime: 1-1:45pm. For 2 and 3 year olds.
Story Tails with the Dogs from Love on a Leash: 6:30-7:30pm. For ages 5-11. Bring a book and practice reading with therapy pet.
Avon Library Events:498 N. Avon Ave, Avon. Registration Required.
Club 512: Monster Murder Mystery: 5-7pm. For grades 5-12. Spooky, interactive mystery-solving event. Work with others to investigate suspicious characters, uncover clues, and solve the case before the night ends. Costumes are encouraged.
Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.
Tiny Tinkerers: 10-10:30am. For babies-preschoolers. Interactive storytime encourages building, play, and early literacy skill.
Danville Library Events:101 S. Indiana St, Danville. Registration Required.
Preschool Storytime: 10-11am. For preschoolers. Early literacy through stories and play.
Elementary Book Club: 4-5pm. For elementary aged students.
McCloud Prairie Maze: 7am-9pm. McCloud Nature Park, North Salem. Prairie maze at McCloud Nature Park featuring a bald eagle design. The maze is open daily from Sept. 5–Oct. 31, from dawn to dusk. Free.
Trivia Tuesday: 7-9pm. Central Normal Tap, Danville. Trivia starts at 7pm, grab dinner & drinks while you play. Free to play.
Disney’s The Lion King: 7pm. Murat Theatre at Old National Centre, Indianapolis. Recommended for ages 6+. Get tickets.
Wednesday | Oct 14
Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.
1s and 2s Storytime: 10-10:45am. Storytime for 1 and 2 year olds. [WAITLIST]
Pre-Walker Storytime: 1-1:30pm. For ages 0-1.
4s and 5s Storytime: 1-1:45pm. Storytime for 4 and 5 year olds. [WAITLIST]
Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.
STEAM Station: 10-10:30am. For ages baby-preschool. Interactive storytime that introduces STEAM concepts.
DIY Super Hero Costume: 4:30-5pm. For school age children. Decorate your own superhero masks and cuffs that you can take home.
McCloud Prairie Maze: 7am-9pm. McCloud Nature Park, North Salem. Prairie maze at McCloud Nature Park featuring a bald eagle design. The maze is open daily from Sept. 5–Oct. 31, from dawn to dusk. Free.
Music Bingo: 7-9pm. Pinheads Alley’s Alehouse, Brownsburg. Free to play.
CeCe Winans: Come Worship! Tour: 7pm. Fishers Event Center. Get tickets.
Disney’s The Lion King: 7pm. Murat Theatre at Old National Centre, Indianapolis. Recommended for ages 6+. Get tickets.
Thursday | Oct 15
Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.
Fall Break Movie Matinee: The Sheep Detectives: 1-3pm. Family friendly event. Free movie showing.
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.
Music & Movement: 10-10:30am. Babies-preschool age. Interactive story time.
Famous Faces: 5-5:30pm. For school age children. Learn about famous people from history with hands on stations.
McCloud Prairie Maze: 7am-9pm. McCloud Nature Park, North Salem. Prairie maze at McCloud Nature Park featuring a bald eagle design. The maze is open daily from Sept. 5–Oct. 31, from dawn to dusk. Free.
Beethoven and Mahler 1: 11am. Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis. Get tickets.
Jack-O-Lantern Craft: 5:30pm. McCloud Nature Park, North Salem. Create a vintage-inspired papier-mâché Jack-O’-lantern. $10/person.
Into The Music: Mahler Symphony No. 1: 6:30pm. Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis. Get tickets.
Disney’s The Lion King: 7pm. Murat Theatre at Old National Centre, Indianapolis. Recommended for ages 6+. Get tickets.
The Jonas Brothers - The Burning Up Tour All Over Again: 7:30pm. Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Get tickets.
Friday | Oct 16
Avon Library Events:498 N. Avon Ave, Avon. Registration Required.
Wee Wiggles: 11-11:45am. For babies. [FULL]
Plainfield Library Events: 1120 Stafford Rd, Plainfield.
Storytime Steps: 10-10:30am. For babies, toddlers, preschoolers. Stories, music and movement.
McCloud Prairie Maze: 7am-9pm. McCloud Nature Park, North Salem. Prairie maze at McCloud Nature Park featuring a bald eagle design. The maze is open daily from Sept. 5–Oct. 31, from dawn to dusk. Free.
Jumperoo: 10am-12pm. Urban Air Plainfield. Park will be open for ages 5 and under only. $14.99/child (parent plays free).
Indianapolis Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show: 10am-6pm. Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds, Danville. Explore specimens, fossils, gemstone jewelry, beads, and lapidary supplies from local, regional, and international dealers. Ages 18+: $8.00; Ages 11-17: $3.00; Ages 10 and under: Free. Tickets good for all 3 days. Buy at the door, cash only.
Disney’s The Lion King: 1 and 7pm. Murat Theatre at Old National Centre, Indianapolis. Recommended for ages 6+. Get tickets.
Fall Flavors Tea Tasting Experience: 6:30-8pm. Ms. B’s Teas, Clayton. Guided tasting of seven fall-inspired teas and tisanes, including candy apple, maple cream, pumpkin chai, and cranberry orange, paired with small palate-cleansing bites inspired by classic fall flavors. Gluten-free tastings are available upon request. Tickets $25.
Southern Accents: The Ultimate Tom Petty Experience: 7pm. Hendricks Live!, Plainfield. Get tickets.
Beethoven and Mahler 1: 7:30pm. Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis. Get tickets.
Saturday | Oct 17
Brownsburg Library Events: 450 S. Jefferson St, Brownsburg. Registration required.
PAWS to Read: 11am-12pm. For ages 6-11. Bring a book to practice reading with a licensed therapy pet.
McCloud Prairie Maze: 7am-9pm. McCloud Nature Park, North Salem. Prairie maze at McCloud Nature Park featuring a bald eagle design. The maze is open daily from Sept. 5–Oct. 31, from dawn to dusk. Free.
Beasley’s Dog Days at the Maze: 9am-6pm. Beasley’s Orchard, Danville. Family friendly for all ages. Bring your dogs to the farm to enjoy fall activities, including the corn maze, hayride, and other farm attractions. $16/person (ages 2 and under free).
Alpaca Yoga: 9-10am. Montrose Farms Alpaca Ranch, Brownsburg. Beginner Yoga class surrounded by alpacas. Bring sunscreen and a mat. $30- pre-register.
Fall Hallows Market: 9am-2pm. W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park, Danville. Family friendly fall market featuring local artisans, baked goods, crafts, and homemade goods for sale, plus food and drink vendors. Enjoy a spooky craft station and trick-or-treating with park staff while browsing the vendors. Free.
Indianapolis Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show: 10am-6pm. Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds, Danville. Explore specimens, fossils, gemstone jewelry, beads, and lapidary supplies from local, regional, and international dealers. Ages 18+: $8.00; Ages 11-17: $3.00; Ages 10 and under: Free. Tickets good for all 3 days. Buy at the door, cash only.
Doctoberfest: 10am-7pm. WHO North America, Camby. An annual Doctor Who-themed fall festival featuring discussions with authors and special guests, plus creative arts contests and a Doctor Who look-alike competition. Free.
Disney’s The Lion King: 2 and 7:30pm. Murat Theatre at Old National Centre, Indianapolis. Recommended for ages 6+. Get tickets.
Beethoven and Mahler 1: 5:30pm. Hilbert Circle Theater, Indianapolis. Get tickets.
Nehemiah Ranch Fall Harvest Days: 6-9pm. Nehemiah Ranch, Avon. Family friendly event for all ages. Enjoy Pumpkins, Hayrides, Live Music, S'mores, Hot Chocolate and more! Free but donations welcome.
Haunted Indianapolis Downtown Ghost Walk: 7pm. Slippery Noodle Inn, Indianapolis. Ages 10+. Explore the spooky side of Indianapolis on a walking tour of haunted theaters, businesses, and other historic sites. Reservations are required.
Sunday | Oct 18
McCloud Prairie Maze: 7am-9pm. McCloud Nature Park, North Salem. Prairie maze at McCloud Nature Park featuring a bald eagle design. The maze is open daily from Sept. 5–Oct. 31, from dawn to dusk. Free.
Beasley’s Dog Days at the Maze: 12pm-6pm. Beasley’s Orchard, Danville. Family friendly for all ages. Bring your dogs to the farm to enjoy fall activities, including the corn maze, hayride, and other farm attractions. $16/person (ages 2 and under free).
Indianapolis Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show: 11am-4pm. Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds, Danville. Explore specimens, fossils, gemstone jewelry, beads, and lapidary supplies from local, regional, and international dealers. Ages 18+: $8.00; Ages 11-17: $3.00; Ages 10 and under: Free. Tickets good for all 3 days. Buy at the door, cash only.
Indianapolis Colts vs Tennessee Titans: 1pm. Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis. Get tickets.
Disney’s The Lion King: 1pm. Murat Theatre at Old National Centre, Indianapolis. Recommended for ages 6+. Get tickets.
