Hendricks County Community Foundation

Family Nature Night: Turtles with Hendricks County Parks
2023-02-15 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Turtle, terrapin, or tortoise? A Hendricks County Parks naturalist will present a special program about the shelled reptiles of Indiana! Registration is required.
We call all of Indiana’s chelonians (or shelled reptiles) “turtles,” but they don’t all live in water. Some can’t even swim! A Hendricks County Parks naturalist will bring a turtle shell so you can see how this is part of the turtle skeleton.

Adaptive Basketball
2023-02-19 13:30 - 15:30, 2023-02-26 13:30 - 15:30
League of Miracles is proud to be hosting an adaptive basketball program for kids and adults with disabilities on Sundays in February. Register by January 20.
Volunteer Buddies are always appreciated as well!

Hendricks Live! Free Info Session
2023-02-23 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-02-23 17:00 - 18:00, 2023-03-09 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-03-09 17:00 - 18:00
Do you want to learn more about the new performing arts center under construction in downtown Plainfield? Come meet the team behind Hendricks Live!, and bring your questions about what Hendricks Live! will offer the communities of Hendricks County. Info sessions will only last an hour, and there is plenty of free parking available at the Plainfield | Guilford Township Public Library at 1120 Stafford Road Plainfield, IN 46168. If you have any questions beforehand, please email us at info@hendrickslive.org. We hope to see you there!

Candle Making: Wax Melts
2023-02-23 18:00 - 19:30
Join the Big Spoon Shoppe, owner Heather Wood, creating decorative luxe candle wax melts.
In this class you will:
-create three unique 2oz candle wax melts.
-choose between 3 fragrances
-use unique toppers and dye
-use mica powder that makes your wax melts sparkle

Winter Wonderland Craft Fair
2023-02-25 09:00 - 15:00
Come shop local vendors at our Winter Wonderland Craft Fair! The event will take place at Washington Township Park in our Pavillion Center from 9 am to 3 pm. We are also still accepting vendors at this time.

B&O Trail Association Annual Meeting
2023-02-27 19:00 - 20:30
This is your chance to hear the very latest on progress to date and future plans for B&O Trail expansion. This is an exciting time for the B&O Trail and this meeting is an excellent way for you to learn more details about progress to date in both Marion and Hendricks County as well future plans. The meeting will take place at 7:00pm at the Washington Township Park Pavilion located in Avon, Indiana.

Greater Danville Chamber of Commerce Membership Lunch
2023-03-08 11:30 - 13:00
This is our monthly membership lunches held at the Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds every second Wednesday of the month.

National Women's History Month at PGTPL
2023-03-09 17:00 - 17:30
Step into the lives of 5 famous women throughout time. Celebrate Amelia Earhart, Frida Kahlo, Sacagawea, Rosa Parks, and Malala Yousafzai with books and activities.

Parkinson's Disease Educational Workshop
2023-03-10 11:00 - 14:00
Hendricks County Senior Services and Indiana Parkinson’s Foundation are hosting a workshop with featured speaker Dr. Aaron Ellenbogen. The event includes a free lunch and multiple expert speakers. The primary topic is “Understanding Off Episodes and Dyskinesia in Parkinson’s Disease.”
Call 317-550-5648 to register by 3/3/2023. Seats are limited.

Friends of the Avon-Washington Township Public Library Book Sale
2023-03-11 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

Indianapolis Opera Presents: Sing Me A Story
2023-03-11 13:00 - 13:30
Join us for a special performance from the Indianapolis Opera! The Monon Town Musicians is a story of overcoming fears, embracing differences, and accepting others through a shared love of music.

AEF Monte Carlo Night
2023-03-11 18:00 - 22:00
Join us for Avon Education Foundation’s 9th annual Monte Carlo Night. This is the organization’s largest fundraising event and it is right around the corner. Mark your calendars.
Join us for the 9th annual Monte Carlo Night featuring casino games by the Broad Ripple Sertoma Club. Try your luck at Texas Holdem, Roulette, Craps, Blackjack, and more. Not good at card games? Don’t worry, dealers will teach you as you go. At the end of the night, turn in your chips for tickets to use at our raffle prize table. Many other prizes can be won throughout the night via our silent auction.
Monte Carlo Night is always a must attend event. You won’t want to miss it!
Date: Saturday, March 11
Time: 6:00-10:00 pm
Location: Washington Township Pavilion (435 Whipple Lane, Avon)

ICC Season Concert: Drop
2023-03-12 15:00 - 17:00
Join the ICC for Drop as we welcome spring and explore how water is one of the most powerful forces in the world. Just one drop of water contains the essence of the sea and inside every person is the essence of all humanity. Water means different things to different cultures, and The Drop That Contained the Sea is inspired by water in the many forms it takes — melting snow, mountain streams, rivers, the ocean, and then beginning again. As the song flows, so does the exploration of different world languages and cultures that revolve around water.
The Hendricks County Beginning Level Choir will perform at the 3:00 pm performance.

Men IN Action READ
2023-03-16 07:30 - 10:30
Be a Reader on March 16 for Men IN Action READ 2023!
What would happen if we 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. We are asking YOU to read a book to students at a local school on Thursday, March 16, 2023.
The past couple of school years have presented many challenges for teachers and students but one thing remains the same – the need for community connection and support. On March 16th we will send 450 men into schools throughout the county to read a book to students that focuses on positive family communication, school engagement, cultural competence and self-esteem. You can have an impact by signing up to read and/or gifting this year’s book to the school corporation of your choice!
These interactions will provide natural opportunities to instill positive values and to let students, teachers and school staff members know that we support them.

Baby-Sitters Club Party
2023-03-16 17:00 - 17:30
Celebrate your favorite Baby-Sitters Club books with activity stations, crafts, and more!

Paddy’s on the Square
2023-03-17
St.Patrick’s Day Festivities in Danville.
Join us on the northwest side of the square at 8:00 am for the official start to the festivities, featuring bagpipe players, a fountain dyeing ceremony, and more!
Downtown restaurants will have lunch specials in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, then the day wraps up with the Danville Parks and Recreation 5K Fun Run at 5:30 followed by the Paddy’s on the Square Pub Crawl. Enjoy live music food and drink specials until 9:00 pm.
8:00 am -Dyeing of the fountain ceremony
The fountain dyeing ceremony will be held on the corner of S. Jefferson and US 36 (Main St.) by the fountain.
All Day- Food and drink specials
5:30 pm -Paddy 5K Run/Walk
6:00 pm- 21+ Pub Crawl

Garden Time: Sensory Play Dough Kits
2023-03-19 14:00 - 15:00
Come and create your own garden-themed play kit with homemade play dough, toys, and trinkets. Materials will be provided for 10 families.

World Rat Day
2023-04-04 16:00 - 17:00
Did you know April 4th is World Rat Day? Join the park naturalist and learn about pet rats and wild rats of Indiana! Meet some of the park naturalist’s rescued rats and make a craft!
Fee: Free
Pre-Registration Required
Contact: rbentz@avonfd.org

Tox-Away Day | Brownsburg East Middle School
2023-04-08 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/
