Hendricks County Community Foundation

Professor Watermelon's Fall StoryTime Show
2024-09-28 13:00 - 13:45 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Enjoy a special fall-themed storytime! Professor Watermelon will celebrate the season with books, songs, and activities for children of all ages.

Adult Night at the Carnival
2024-09-28 18:00 - 22:00
Dive into a thrilling carnival outdoor game night. Plus, the latest Joker movie at Pecar Park!
Date: September 28th
Time: 6-10pm
Location: Pecar Park
Age Requirement: 18 & older
Only $10 per person!
Get ready for an unforgettable evening under the stars with:
Food trucks serving up delicious bites
Vendors selling carnival themed merchandise
Alcohol available for purchase
Free popcorn during the movie, plus more tasty treats!
Don’t miss your chance to participate in the Joker Bingo contest and compete for an exciting goodie bag!
At 8pm head to the field to watch the Joker movie on our outdoor projector. Feel free to bring your lawn chairs or blankets. If not, limited seating will be provided on a 1st come 1st server basis.
Mark your calendars and join us for an epic night of carnival themed games, food, and prizes for the winners!

Friends of the Avon-Washington Township Public Library Book Sale
2024-10-12 09:00 - 15:00, 2024-11-09 09:00 - 15:00, 2024-12-14 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-01-11 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-08 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-08 09:00 - 15:00
Find some great bargains at the Friends of the Library Book Sale! All books in the sale are either books discarded from the library catalog or books donated by patrons. Money earned is used for programming and other needs of the library.
Lower Level Hallway Avon-Washington Township Public Library498 N. Avon Ave, Avon, IN, 46123
Meeting Room B -Lower-Level Avon-Washington Township Public Library498 N. Avon Ave, Avon, IN, 46123

Healthy Start: Family Wellness Fair
2024-10-20 14:00 - 16:00
Get a healthy start for your baby with informational sessions, free vision screening, and fun giveaways! Planned sessions include: Childbirth Education; Feeding and Lactation; Safe Sleep; Infant Care.
This program is part of Sheltering Wings’ “Healthy Families, Healthy Communities” initiative during the month of October. Visit their website to learn more about how you can participate!
Planned Speakers
Childbirth Education with Serena Duncan
Baby’s First Food with Marie Ferriolo-Tirb, Compass Feeding
Safe Sleep with Firefly Children and Family Alliance
Infant Care with Kim Flora, Hendricks Regional Health
Additional Partners
Vision Screening, Lions Club
Men in Action Read
Sheltering Wings
Mental Health INfancy Onwards

Trailside Church Fall Fest & Hog Roast
2024-10-20 16:00 - 19:00
Come join us at Trailside Church Avon for our Fall Fest & Hog Roast! We’ll have free pulled pork, sides, & drinks along with hay rides, pumpkin painting, & more. Come hang out & enjoy the fall season with us! October 20th from 4-7pm at Trailside Church, 8868 E County Road 100 N, Avon, IN 46123.

Ghosts & Goblins
2024-10-26 13:00 - 17:00
The next BIG event you need to mark your calendars for…
Saturday, October 26th – Ghosts & Goblins 2024
The FREE event will run from 1:00pm-5:00pm at the Washington Township Park.

Taylor Swift Party
2024-10-30 18:00 - 21:00
Are you ready for it?
Join us to celebrate Taylor and make some final preparations for her Indianapolis Eras Tour shows!
Participate in Swiftie Singo, get a photo with props at a selfie station, relax with some Taylor-themed coloring sheets for all ages, or do as Miss Swift herself directs and make the friendship bracelets!
It will be fun for all ages!

Holiday Craft Fair
2024-11-16 09:00 - 15:00
Get ready to kick off the holiday season in style at the Holiday Craft Fair! 🎄
Are you tired of the same old mass-produced gifts? Looking for something unique and special to make this holiday season truly memorable? Look no further! Our Holiday Craft Fair is your one-stop destination for all things handmade and heartwarming.

The Polar Express Experience
2024-11-30 15:00 - 19:00
Hop aboard the Polar Express at a new magical location! This year, the train will stop at our enchanting Pavilion Center, where the holiday spirit comes to life. Enjoy a host of indoor activities, including photos with Santa, festive crafts, snowball fights, a watch party, and even a special magical surprise! Don’t forget to wear your coziest pajamas and meet us at the North Pole for an unforgettable adventure.
Plus, every participant will receive our exclusive 2024 Golden Ticket at the event!

Sensory Santa
2024-12-07 09:00 - 13:00
Our Sensory Santa experience is for children or individual families to have a relaxed low pressure visit with Santa.
Visits are spaced 15 minutes apart to give children their own special time with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
The environment is quiet and relaxing with low sensory stimulation from noise, lights, etc

Breakfast with Buddy the Elf
2024-12-21 10:00 - 12:00
Embark on an adventure as you share breakfast with none other than Buddy the Elf at Washington Township Park! This event will have a pancake feast complete with a topping bar including spaghetti—Buddy’s favorite!
However, the fun doesn’t stop with food. Prepare to immerse yourself in a world of fun and laughter, engaging in epic indoor snowball fights and exploring themed crafts!

Teddy Bear Concert Series: The Garden Symphony
2025-01-18 10:00 - 10:45
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra presents the Teddy Bear Series concert at PGTPL! Enjoy narrated storytelling and live music during this interactive, child-friendly performance.
Young children are invited to move along to live music as they listen to the story of a ladybug’s search through the garden for her own special song.
After every performance, there is a petting zoo where children will get to try actual mini violins! Every family will also receive a free activity packet to take home after the performance.

Valentine's Day Craft Fair
2025-01-25 09:00 - 15:00
Come join us at our Valentine’s Day Craft Fair, where love and creativity are in the air! Whether you’re looking for the perfect handmade gift for your special someone or simply want to enjoy a day of unique creations, this craft fair has something for everyone.
Explore a variety of local artisans and their beautifully crafted goods, including:
-Handcrafted jewelry
-Home décor
-Bath & body products
-And much more!
Bring your friends, family, and loved ones for a fun, festive day filled with shopping, art, and love!

Plainfield Chamber's Trivia Night
2025-02-08 17:30 - 21:00
The Plainfield Chamber’s Trivia Night has become one of the largest Trivia Fundraisers in Central Indiana! The night will consist of six rounds of mixed trivia emceed by Hambones. Prizes to round winners, 1st, 2nd and 2nd to last place teams. Proceeds fuel Chamber services, initiatives & programs including the farmers market, Quaker Day parade, college scholarships, and the festive holiday lights on Main!

Hop 4 Hope
2025-02-18 16:30 - 20:00
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Teens That Talk presents Hop 4 Hope, a proceed benefitting Sheltering Wings. Come jump with us at Sky Zone in Plainfield for trampolines, free food, games, prizes, and more! Enter a dodgeball tournament and bring a team of 5! Register your team at the door by 5:30pm. The tournament will start at 6:00. Prizes for the winning team!

Pokémon Trivia
2025-03-07 17:00 - 19:00
Bring your card collections along and join us for a night of Pokémon trivia! Whether you’re a Pokémon master or a trainer just beginning their journey, everyone is welcome to join in the fun! With questions suitable for all ages and skill levels, our trivia night offers the perfect opportunity for friends and families to bond, trade cards, challenge one another, create new memories, and discover the world of Pokémon.

Tiny Chefs: Pie Baking with Julie Dooley Pies
2025-03-08 11:00 - 12:00
Join us at PGTPL for a special baking workshop for kids and families! Learn how to make a chocolate peanut butter pie with Julie Dooley Pies. Registration required: https://plainfieldlibrary.libnet.info/event/12469813

Men IN Action READ
2025-03-13 07:00 - 10:00
We need you to be a part of Men IN Action READ 2025!
On Thursday, March 13, 2025 Sheltering Wings and Men IN Action will send 450+ men into schools throughout the county to read a book to students that focuses on supportive adult relationships, a caring school climate, service to others and a sense of purpose.
What would happen if you helped the next generation establish itself upon a foundation of trust, honor, and mutual respect? We believe the men in our community have a unique role to play in this endeavor. Please sign up today and help us fill every classroom!
Registration is $20 and it ensures each classroom gets a book to keep and a reader. Readers will receive a t-shirt and light breakfast.

Beaded Wind Chimes
2025-03-13 18:00 - 20:00
Give yourself an opportunity to hear spring roll in on the breeze! Join us to create a unique, beaded wind chime to hang in your garden or on the porch eaves, catching the light and singing with the season.
All materials will be provided.
