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Tuesday, July 1 2025
 12 pm - 2 pm
Splash and Snack!

Join us for a splash-tastic time at the Library Summer Bash! Water Fight – Water Sponges Provided! Pie Eating Contest – Who can eat the fastest without a fork? Hot Dogs – Grab a bite and chill with friends! Fun, food, and friendly competition – don’t miss it! July 1 at Laurel Library at noon. 

 
 
 5 pm - 6 pm
Beaded Animal Keychain

Give this popular '90s craft a try! Learn how to weave pony beads together to make your own small animal keychain. July 1 at Laurel Library at 5 p.m. and July 2 at Brookville Library at 10 a.m. 

Wednesday, July 2 2025
 10 am - 11 am
Beaded Animal Keychain

Give this popular '90s craft a try! Learn how to weave pony beads together to make your own small animal keychain. July 1 at Laurel Library at 5 p.m. and July 2 at Brookville Library at 10 a.m. 

Friday, July 4 2025
Independence Day
 
 
 All Day
Franklin County 4 Wheelers Big Money Race

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 9 pm - 10 pm

4th of July Fireworks at Brookville Town Park

American Legion Post 77 hosts fireworks in the Brookville Town Park at dusk.  The upper youth football field and the grandstands will be open as a viewing area.  The lower softball fields will be closed for fireworks set up and firing.  Donations are accepted in person at the America Legion Post after 3:00 pm on July 4, or by mailing to American Legion Post 77, PO Box 177, Brookville, IN 47012

 
 
 10 pm - 5 am
I Love Metamora Days

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Saturday, July 5 2025
 All Day
Franklin County 4 Wheelers Big Money Race

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 12 pm - 5 pm
Civil War Whitewater Valley Railroad Excursion

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 6 pm - 7 pm

July 5th Parade

Come enjoy a day in Metamora and then participate in the Parade at 6 p.m. or be a spectator.  If you want to join the parade just show up prior to 6 p.m. at the old firehouse at the east end of town. 

 
 
 8 pm - 11 pm
Live Music at Hilltop Restaurant

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 10 pm - 5 am
I Love Metamora Days

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Sunday, July 6 2025
 12 am - 3 am

Grist Mill Jam

First Sunday of the month from April to September from 1 to 4 PM

Acoustic slow jam at the Metamora Grist Mill, traditional songs that are widely known, beginner friendly

In case of inclement weather the jam will move to the MPA Opry Barn on Pennington Rd

 
 
 10 pm - 5 am
I Love Metamora Days

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Monday, July 7 2025
 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Style Studio: Paint Like An Artist

Get creative in this hands-on painting workshop where we explore a unique artistic style and try it out for ourselves! We’ll break down what defines the artist's style, then you’ll make your own inspired piece to take home. Come experiment, express yourself, and discover your inner artist! Call either library to RSVP. July 7 at Brookville Library at 4:30 p.m. and July 8 at Laurel Library at 4:30 p.m. 

Tuesday, July 8 2025
 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Style Studio: Paint Like An Artist

Get creative in this hands-on painting workshop where we explore a unique artistic style and try it out for ourselves! We’ll break down what defines the artist's style, then you’ll make your own inspired piece to take home. Come experiment, express yourself, and discover your inner artist! Call either library to RSVP. July 7 at Brookville Library at 4:30 p.m. and July 8 at Laurel Library at 4:30 p.m. 

 
 
 5 pm - 6 pm
Minecraft Self-Portraits

Draw yourself as a Minecraft character! July 8 at Laurel Library at 5 p.m. and July 9 at Brookville Library at 10 a.m.  

Wednesday, July 9 2025
 10 am - 11 am
Minecraft Self-Portraits

Draw yourself as a Minecraft character! July 8 at Laurel Library at 5 p.m. and July 9 at Brookville Library at 10 a.m. 

Thursday, July 10 2025
 5 pm - 6 pm
Summer Read: The Wild Robot

Read “The Wild Robot” by Peter Brown and join us for chapter discussions, science and writing connections, and art projects throughout the summer! Books will be available for checkout at Brookville Library starting June 2. Session 2 (chapters 27-49) - July 10, 5 p.m., session 3 (chapters 50-64) - July 16, 1 p.m., and session 4 (chapters 65-80) - July 24, 5 p.m.

Saturday, July 12 2025
 All Day
Metamora Shops Open Late

2nd Saturday of the month. Metamora shops open til 9PM, Whitewater Calley Railroad train rides, live music, and more.

 
 
 5 pm - 8 pm
Demolition Derby at Franklin County Fairgrounds

Franklin County Fairgrounds

 
 
 6 pm - 9 pm

Blue Note Bluegrass Band

Blue Note Bluegrass Band at the MPA Opry Barn on Sat. March 29th

Doors at 6 PM, show begins at 6:30, admissioin at the door $15 day of show

Food available on site

Table Reservations available on our website

Monday, July 14 2025
 All Day
Franklin County 4-H Fair

The 4-H Fair is an opportunity for local youth to showcase their projects and animals, and visitors can enjoy carnival rides, great food and grandstand events.

 
 
 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Basic Metal Stamping

Add a personal touch to your summer! Use basic stamping tools to create personalized designs on metal bracelets. No experience needed. For teens and adults. Registration required. July 14 at Brookville Library at 4:30 p.m. and July 15 at Laurel Library at 4:30 p.m. 

 
 
 6 pm - 7 pm
Second Monday Book Club

This in-person book club meets on the second Monday of every month at Brookville Library at 6 p.m. Read the book of the month and join us for discussion. 

 
 
 6 pm - 9 pm
Motocross at Franklin County Fairgrounds
Tuesday, July 15 2025
 All Day
Franklin County 4-H Fair

The 4-H Fair is an opportunity for local youth to showcase their projects and animals, and visitors can enjoy carnival rides, great food and grandstand events.

 
 
 2 pm - 3 pm
Learning Origami

Start with a square piece of paper, but end with a bookmark, an animal, and a small toy! July 15 at Laurel Library at 2 p.m. and July 17 at Brookville Library at 2 p.m. 

 
 
 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Basic Metal Stamping

Add a personal touch to your summer! Use basic stamping tools to create personalized designs on metal bracelets. No experience needed. For teens and adults. Registration required. July 14 at Brookville Library at 4:30 p.m. and July 15 at Laurel Library at 4:30 p.m. 

Wednesday, July 16 2025
 All Day
Franklin County 4-H Fair

The 4-H Fair is an opportunity for local youth to showcase their projects and animals, and visitors can enjoy carnival rides, great food and grandstand events.

 
 
 10 am - 11 am
Playdough Party

Gather with friends to play with playdough & listen to music! July 16 at Brookville Library at 10 a.m. 

 
 
 1 pm - 2 pm
Summer Read: The Wild Robot

Summer Read: The Wild Robot: Read “The Wild Robot” by Peter Brown and join us for chapter discussions, science and writing connections, and art projects throughout the summer! Books will be available for checkout at Brookville Library starting June 2. Session 3 (chapters 50-64) - July 16, 1 p.m., and session 4 (chapters 65-80) - July 24, 5 p.m.

 
 
 6 pm - 9 pm
Antique Tractor Pull at Franklin County Fairgrounds
Thursday, July 17 2025
 All Day
Franklin County 4-H Fair

The 4-H Fair is an opportunity for local youth to showcase their projects and animals, and visitors can enjoy carnival rides, great food and grandstand events.

 
 
 10 am - 11 am
Paper Strip Art

Bring your inner artist and make your own abstract 3-D art out of colorful strips of paper! July 17 at Brookville Library at 10 a.m. 

 
 
 2 pm - 3 pm
Learning Origami

Start with a square piece of paper, but end with a bookmark, an animal, and a small toy! July 15 at Laurel Library at 2 p.m. and July 17 at Brookville Library at 2 p.m. 

 
 
 6 pm - 9 pm
Truck & Tractor Pull at Franklin County Fairgrounds
Friday, July 18 2025
 All Day
Franklin County 4-H Fair

The 4-H Fair is an opportunity for local youth to showcase their projects and animals, and visitors can enjoy carnival rides, great food and grandstand events.

 
 
 All Day
Oldenburg Freudenfest

The biggest little German festival in Indiana. German music, beer garden, kids' games, Dachsund race, and more.

 
 
 6 pm - 10 pm
Flat Drag Race at Franklin County Fairgrounds
Saturday, July 19 2025
 All Day
Franklin County 4-H Fair

The 4-H Fair is an opportunity for local youth to showcase their projects and animals, and visitors can enjoy carnival rides, great food and grandstand events.

 
 
 All Day
Oldenburg Freudenfest

The biggest little German festical in Indiana. German music, beer garden, kids' games, Dachsund race, and more.

 
 
 12 pm - 5 pm
Wild West Whitewater Valley Railroad Excursion

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 6 pm - 9 pm

The Shady Pine Bluegrass Night at the Opry Barn

Third Saturday of the month means Bluegrass at the Opry Barn

The Shady Pine from the Dayton area returns to the MPA Opry Barn for the July Bluegrass Night.

Doors at 6, show at 6:30

Food available on site

$!5 per person at the door day of the show

Table Reservations aveilable on line metamormpa.org/MPA Store

 
 
 6 pm - 10 pm
Flat Drag Race at Franklin County Fairgrounds
Monday, July 21 2025
 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Fix-It Fashion: DIY Basic Clothing Mending

Need to patch a hole or sew on a button? Join us for a drop-in sessionon basic clothing mending. Bring your worn or damaged garments and give themnew life! This is a self-guided, hands-on program—tools, materials, andinstructional resources will be provided. Library staff and volunteers will beavailable to offer assistance and answer questions, but patrons will completemending themselves. July 21 at Brookville Library at 4:30 p.m. 

Tuesday, July 22 2025
 5 pm - 6 pm
Sock Puppets

What does a sock and a basket full of fabric, ribbons, and buttons make?  A sock puppet!  Join us in making a sock puppet so you can put on your own show. July 22 at Brookville Library at 5 p.m. and July 23 at Laurel Library at 10 a.m. 

Wednesday, July 23 2025
 10 am - 11 am
Sock Puppets

What does a sock and a basket full of fabric, ribbons, and buttons make?  A sock puppet!  Join us in making a sock puppet so you can put on your own show. July 22 at Brookville Library at 5 p.m. and July 23 at Laurel Library at 10 a.m. 

 
 
 1 pm - 2 pm
Collective Story Writing

Everyone starts a story, but everyone adds to each other's story too!  Join us in a musical chair style of brainstorming new stories to tell. July 23 at Brookville Library at 1 p.m. 

Thursday, July 24 2025
 5 pm - 6 pm
Summer Read: The Wild Robot

Summer Read: The Wild Robot: Read “The Wild Robot” by Peter Brown and join us for chapter discussions, science and writing connections, and art projects throughout the summer! Books will be available for checkout at Brookville Library starting June 2. Session 4 (chapters 65-80) - July 24, 5 p.m.

Friday, July 25 2025
 All Day
Music on Main: Brookville Lake Turns 50

Enjoy live music on Main Steet from the Courthouse Lawn to the Muncipal Parking Lot, featuring The New Machine.

 
 
 1 pm - 2 pm
Summer Watch: The Wild Robot Movie

After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, she bonds with the island's animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose. July 25 at Brookville Library at 1 p.m. 

 
 
 1 pm - 2 pm
The Wild Robot Movie

After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, She bonds with the island's animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose. Watch with us at Brookville Library on July 25 at 1 p.m. 

 
 
 6 pm - 10 pm
Acoustic Final Friday

Last Friday of the month, come to the Opry Barn

Sign up for time begins at 6 PM, music begins at 6:30

Food by Lions Club

Saturday, July 26 2025
 8 am - 2 pm

The Best Dam Day - Celebrating 50 Years of Brookville Lake

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 10 am - 5 pm

Christmas in July

Join us in historic Metamora, Indiana for our Christmas in July event. Our local shops and restaurants are all ready to get you in the Christmas spirit a little early. It's been sad that Jolly old man himself will make an appearance. This event will be on July 26 and July 27 from 10 AM to 5 PM.Make your plans now for your weekend day trip to visit historic Metamora, Indiana.

 
 
 6 pm - 9 pm

Hoosier Voices: Songwriter Round

Six talented songwriters from Indiana share their songs and stories

Doors at 6 PM, show begins at 6:30

Sunday, July 27 2025
Parents' Day
 
 
 10 am - 5 pm

Christmas in July

Join us in historic Metamora, Indiana for our Christmas in July event. Our local shops and restaurants are all ready to get you in the Christmas spirit a little early. It's been sad that Jolly old man himself will make an appearance. This event will be on July 26 and July 27 from 10 AM to 5 PM.Make your plans now for your weekend day trip to visit historic Metamora, Indiana.

Monday, July 28 2025
 9 pm - 9 am
Harry Potter Trivia

Test your Harry Potter knowledge with trivia! Both libraries, 9am-8pm.

Thursday, July 31 2025
 1 pm - 3 pm
Harry Potter Movie

Watch Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone and enjoy a cupcake! July 31 at Brookville Library at 1 p.m. 

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