Hendricks County Community Foundation

John David Anderson: Live Author Talk
2023-07-25 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Hear from local author John David Anderson! We’ll discuss his books, including a live Q&A session. This event is made possible with the support of Indiana Humanities and Glick Philanthropies.

Parents Night Out
2023-07-22 17:00 - 21:30
Parents– enjoy a night out while our staff hang out with the kids for a fun-filled evening of games, crafts, and activities! The cost is $40 per child, which includes a dinner. Registration closes July 17th at 4:00 PM.

Family Promise Livestock Stampede
2023-07-22 06:30 - 10:00
Adventure awaits, come walk or run this 5K course through the livestock barns and around the Hendrick County 4-H Fairgrounds, ending at the dairy barn for post run milkshakes, cinnamon rolls and prize raffle.

Pints and Paddles Pickleball Social
2023-07-21 17:00 - 20:00
This event is for new and experienced pickleball players! Enjoy time on the courts with others interested in pickleball. Beer and wine will be available from Let’s Wine Down.
If you are interested in a little friendly competition, click the link to sign up for a Round Robin Competition: https://forms.gle/b9YWZLGRfEZctF6w7

Brownsburg Farmers Market: FOR THE DOGS NIGHT
2023-07-20 16:00 - 19:00
The 2023 Brownsburg Farmers Market, presented by IU Health West Hospital, is on Thursdays from 4 to 7 PM June 1 through August 31 at the Brownsburg Town Hall Green (61 N. Green Street). You’ll find local growers, producers, and artisans that provide access to affordable, healthy, fresh food and handcrafted goods. Plus, stop by the Brownsburg Public Library booth for a fun kid’s activity each week!

Kids Art Series
2023-07-19 09:00 - 13:00, 2023-07-05 09:00 - 13:00
Children will use various items to paint— from natural materials to water balloons to kitchen utensils. Kids will create beautiful art outside in a creative environment. Each age group will have a class geared towards their age and development levels in art education. All art pieces can be left to dry and picked up at a later session or scheduled time.

Chopped Challenge
2023-07-16 12:00 - 20:00
Chopped Challenge is a cooking competition and fundraiser that aims to highlight the reality that 27% of Hendricks County families are struggling to meet their basic needs. During this competition competitors will be working in cooking stations similar to that of an extended stay motel, competitors will be challenged to create a delicious meal, using a mystery basket of food items donated from the local food pantries. Teams will be provided with cooking utensils and equipment that have been donated or bought on a tight budget.
Audience members will have the opportunity to sabotage teams with real world challenges or help them by purchasing extra ingredients or better tools.

Hendricks County 4-H Fair
2023-07-16 08:00 - 2023-07-22 22:00
Community gathering showing 4-H and agriculture. Livestock competitions, free stage entertainment, food, Demolition Derby, Rodeo, Moto X and amusement rides

Plainfield-Guilford Library SRC Completion Party
2023-07-15 14:30 - 15:30
Celebrate completing Summer Reading Club 2023: All Together Now. We’ll enjoy stories and fun shared by Lisa Johnson, Professional Storyteller.

Tox-Away Day | Hickory Elementary School, Avon
2023-07-15 08:00 - 13:00
Hendricks County households are encouraged to properly dispose of chemicals, batteries, fluorescent bulbs, medicines, medical sharps, tires, electronics, appliances, and more at Tox-Away Day!
A couple of reminders:
-Any Hendricks County household can use any Tox-Away Day event (we can’t accept waste from businesses, non-profits, churches, etc.)
-Stay in your vehicle (we’ll unload everything for you)
-Don’t bring latex paint (dry it up and throw it out instead–here’s a video demo)
Here’s what else you should know before you go: https://www.hendrickssolidwaste.com/tox-away-days-what-you-should-know/
Many common questions are answered here: https://www.hendrickssolidwaste.com/tox-away-day-faq/

Evenings in Ellis
2023-07-14 19:00 - 22:00
The Danville Chamber of Commerce and the Danville Parks Department put on FREE concerts in June, July, and August at the Danville Ellis Park at 7:00pm in the Amphitheater.

Evenings at Ellis - The Rigbys
2023-07-14 19:00 - 22:00
July 14th – FREE Concert – The Rigbys – 7:00 PM – Amphitheater in Danville
“The Rigbys” is a BEATLES Tribute Band. Bring your chairs and blankets and come watch the first installation of our Evenings in Ellis Free concert series! Food vendors will be on-site at each of the concerts. Indy Beer Taps will be on-site for the concerts and will have beer and wine available for purchase.
Evenings in Ellis is made possible by Danville Parks and Recreation, the Town of Danville, and the Danville Chamber of Commerce.

Brownsburg Farmers Market: KID BIZ NIGHT
2023-07-13 16:00 - 19:00
The 2023 Brownsburg Farmers Market, presented by IU Health West Hospital, is on Thursdays from 4 to 7 PM June 1 through August 31 at the Brownsburg Town Hall Green (61 N. Green Street). You’ll find local growers, producers, and artisans that provide access to affordable, healthy, fresh food and handcrafted goods. Plus, stop by the Brownsburg Public Library booth for a fun kid’s activity each week!
KID BIZ NIGHT presented by Ray Scuba Diving LLC.

Greater Danville Chamber of Commerce Membership Lunch
2023-07-12 11:30 - 13:00
This is our monthly membership lunches held at the Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds every second Wednesday of the month.

Teen Certified Babysitter's Course
2023-07-11 09:00 - 17:00
Looking to make extra money babysitting but nervous about the responsibility? Try our certification course and learn how to care for yourself and others and walk through various safety scenarios. This program provides lunch and RedCross certification in babysitting and pediatric first aid for ages 11-17. $65 fee includes the following: Pizza Lunch, Certification as a RedCross Babysitter, Certification in Pediatric First Aid and CPR from the RedCross. Registration closes July 7th at 10 AM.

Friends of the Avon-Washington Township Public Library Book Sale
2023-07-08 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

Brownsburg Farmers Market
2023-07-06 16:00 - 19:00

Food Trucks and Fireworks
2023-07-04 18:00 - 22:00
The Greater Danville Chamber of Commerce puts on the firework show for the town of Danville every year. This event is free and you won’t want to miss it! We host a variety of food trucks for family to purchase from. Every year, we hold this event at the Danville Community High School. This is a great event to come to with your family and friends to hang out, play games, eat lots of food and have fun!

Full Moon Hikes
2023-07-03 20:00 - 21:00
Join our Programmers as we hike on the brightest night of the month. We will be hiking Pock Woods under the light of the Full Moon. We will provide special flashlights/headlamps that will not disturb our night vison.

Murder Mystery at the Nir Cantina
2023-06-30 18:00 - 21:00
Travel to a galaxy far far away for this mystery! Partygoers will meet at the Nir Cantina (The Pavillion Center) for dinner, drinks, and adventure! Everyone will have a character, but some roles will be larger than others so please indicate what role you would be comfortable playing. Character choices will be sent out two weeks before the event and specific details will be sent the week before.
The entrance fee pays for dinner and two drinks–there will also be a cash bar.

Brownsburg Farmers Market: SUMMER SOUNDTRACKS- LadyLand
2023-06-29 16:00 - 19:00
The 2023 Brownsburg Farmers Market, presented by IU Health West Hospital, is on Thursdays from 4 to 7 PM June 1 through August 31 at the Brownsburg Town Hall Green (61 N. Green Street). You’ll find local growers, producers, and artisans that provide access to affordable, healthy, fresh food and handcrafted goods. Plus, stop by the Brownsburg Public Library booth for a fun kid’s activity each week!
SUMMER SOUNDTRACKS sponsored in part by Browning.

Toys for Shelter Dogs
2023-06-24 14:00 - 14:30
Shelter dogs deserve love too! Join us to make simple toys for dogs at local animal shelters and rescues!

Hendricks County Rib-Fest & BBQ
2023-06-24 10:00 - 22:00
WELCOME TO THE 18th ANNUAL HENDRICKS COUNTY RIB-FEST & BBQ! What started out as an Avon Community family event in 2005, the Hendricks County Rib-Fest has become one of the largest local traditions drawing people from all over Hendricks County and the surrounding counties. It features live entertainment, games for kids, hot air balloons, lots of food and fireworks! Local restaurants compete for the “Best Ribs” & “Best Sauce” bragging rights by local celebrity judges.
In addition to Rib-Fest, the community can participate in the 9th Annual Rib Run sponsored by IU Health West with a 5k run and followed by Riblet Kids Run.
