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Thursday, May 1 2025
 12 pm - 5 pm
Whitewater Valley Railroad - Whitewater Limited

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 5 pm - 6 pm
Book Buddies Book Club

Join us for the reading of a brand new picture book and a fun activity! May 1 at Brookville Library at 5 p.m. 

Friday, May 2 2025
 10 am - 11 am
ABC Bootcamp

Let’s practice those ABCs! Join us for a time of play while we learn about the letters in our names. Playdough, songs, yoga, magnets, and more will help us practice our letters and their sounds! May 2 at Brookville Library at 10 a.m. 

 
 
 12 pm - 5 pm
Whitewater Valley Railroad - Whitewater Limited

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 7 pm - 10 pm
Ricky Veeneman at Third Place

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Saturday, May 3 2025
 All Day
Start of Whitewater Valley Railroad - Valley Flyer Excursions

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 8 am - 4 pm
Shear Design's 10th Anniversary Celebration

Food, vendors and live music!  Click here for more details

 
 
 1 pm - 4 pm

Celebrate 1838:Local History

A local history afternoon.

 
 
 4 pm - 8 pm
Derby Day Bourbon & Pie Event

Derby Day event with bourbon and wine tastings, pie auction, live music, and great food. Click here for more details!

 
 
 8 pm - 12 am
Live Music at Hilltop Restaurant

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Sunday, May 4 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

Monday, May 5 2025
 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
DIY Book Bird Feeder

Get creative with this fun DIY project! Assemble and personalize unfinished wood bird feeders by painting and decorating them to look like your favorite books. Once you're done, fill them with bird seed and hang them outside to attract beautiful birds to your garden or yard. A perfect way to bring nature closer to home while supporting local wildlife! May 5 at Brookville Library at 4:30 p.m. RSVP by calling the libraries. 

Tuesday, May 6 2025
 10 am - 11 am
Toddler Storytime

Join us for stories, a craft, and a snack! May 6 at Laurel Library at 10 a.m. 

 
 
 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
DIY Book Bird Feeder

Get creative with this fun DIY project! Assemble and personalize unfinished wood bird feeders by painting and decorating them to look like your favorite books. Once you're done, fill them with bird seed and hang them outside to attract beautiful birds to your garden or yard. A perfect way to bring nature closer to home while supporting local wildlife! May 6 at Laurel Library at 4:30 p.m. RSVP by calling the libraries. 

 
 
 5 pm - 6 pm
Kid's Bring Your Own Book Club

Bring a board book, picture book, chapter book, graphic novel, or magazine and tell others about what you are currently reading! Snacks will be provided during our book discussion. May 6 at Laurel Library at 5 p.m. 

Friday, May 9 2025
 7 pm - 10 pm
Alex and Noah at Third Place

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Saturday, May 10 2025
 5 pm - 9 pm
An Evening Stroll in Metamora

Shops open late, live music throughout the village, and carriage rides!  

 
 
 6 pm - 8 pm
Singer Songwriter Night @ The Blue Umbrella

Join us for Singer Songwriter night!   

Join us in welcoming Nick Wheeler and Rick Garrett.   Reservations encouraged.   Please contact The Blue Umbrella Bistro & Bakery on FB to do so. 

 
 
 8 pm - 12 am
Live Music at Hilltop Restaurant

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Sunday, May 11 2025
Mother's Day
Monday, May 12 2025
 9 am - 7 pm
Spring Book Sale

The Friends of the Library spring book sale will be during the library’s normal hours of operation and until noon on May 17 at Brookville Library. We are currently accepting donations. Both libraries will be accepting book and DVD donations. We do not accept dictionaries, textbooks, magazines, or damaged items. Laurel sale dates: May 12-14. Brookville sale dates: May 14-17. 

 
 
 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Paint Night: Sunflowers in a Jar

Capture sunshine on canvas! Join us for a relaxing and fun painting experience where you’ll paint your very own masterpiece. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, this is perfect for anyone who wants to unwind and get creative. May 12 at Brookville Library at 4:30 p.m. RSVP by calling the libraries. 

Tuesday, May 13 2025
 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Paint Night: Sunflowers in a Jar

Capture sunshine on canvas! Join us for a relaxing and fun painting experience where you’ll paint your very own masterpiece. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, this is perfect for anyone who wants to unwind and get creative. May 13 at Laurel Library at 4:30 p.m. RSVP by calling the libraries. 

 
 
 5 pm - 6 pm
Family Game Night: Mantis

Join us for game night at Laurel Library on May 13 at 5 p.m. We’re playing Mantis, a colorfully cutthroat card game of rainbows and revenge! 

Thursday, May 15 2025
 5 pm - 6 pm
Chapter Chasers Book Club

Pick up a copy of I Survived the Joplin Tornado by Lauren Tarshis starting May 1, read the book, join us at book club for discussion, and make your own tornado in a bottle! May 15 at Brookville Library at 5 p.m. 

Friday, May 16 2025
 All Day
Quilt Show

Community quilts, vendors, door prizes, bed turning and demonstrations.

 
 
 7 pm - 10 pm
Lone Wolf and Friends at Third Place

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Saturday, May 17 2025
Armed Forces Day
 
 
 All Day
Quilt Show

Community quilts, vendors, door prizes, bed turning and demonstrations.

 
 
 6 pm - 9 pm

Roger Brown & Borrowed Tyme Bluegrass Night at the Opry Barn

Third Saturday of the month means Bluegrass at the Opry Barn

Roger Brown & Borrowed Tyme return to the MPA Opry Barn for the 2025 Bluegrass Nights series.

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

 
 
 8 pm - 12 am
Live Music at Hilltop Restaurant

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Monday, May 19 2025
 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Button Tree Canvas Art

Bring color to your world! Join us for a creative and fun-filled session as we make a beautiful button tree—a canvas art project bursting with vibrant colors and charm! May 19 at Brookville Library at 4:30 p.m. RSVP by calling the libraries. 

 
 
 5 pm - 6 pm
Shelfie Squad Book Club

Pick up a copy of The Bad Beginning by Lemony Snicket starting May 1st, read the book, and join us at book club for discussion and the movie! May 19 at Brookville Library at 5 p.m. 

Tuesday, May 20 2025
 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Button Tree Canvas Art

Bring color to your world! Join us for a creative and fun-filled session as we make a beautiful button tree—a canvas art project bursting with vibrant colors and charm! May 20 at Laurel Library at 4:30 p.m. RSVP by calling the libraries. 

Friday, May 23 2025
 All Day
Metamora Chain Saw Carving Competition

Watch chainsaw artists at work in Indiana's Canal Town. Buy at the auction on Sunday and help determine the year's top carver.

 
 
 9 am - 5 pm

Metamora Chainsaw Invitational

Chainsaw artists from around the midwest carve for the weekend at various locations around the village

Carvers begin on Friday and carve on Friday and Saturday, finishing up on Sunday morniing

On Sunday afternoon the pieces created that weekend are offered at auction

During the event artists have items for sale at their carving stations

 
 
 7 pm - 10 pm
Lincoln Street Band at Third Place

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Saturday, May 24 2025
 All Day
Metamora Chain Saw Carving Competition

Watch chainsaw artists at work in Indiana's Canal Town. Buy at the auction on Sunday and help determine the year's top carver.

 
 
 9 am - 5 pm

Metamora Chainsaw Invitational

Chainsaw artists from around the midwest carve for the weekend at various locations around the village

Carvers begin on Friday and carve on Friday and Saturday, finishing up on Sunday morniing

On Sunday afternoon the pieces created that weekend are offered at auction

During the event artists have items for sale at their carving stations

Sunday, May 25 2025
 All Day
Metamora Chain Saw Carving Competition

Watch chainsaw artists at work in Indiana's Canal Town. Buy at the auction on Sunday and help determine the year's top carver.

 
 
 9 am - 3 pm

Metamora Chainsaw Invitational

Chainsaw artists from around the midwest carve for the weekend at various locations around the village

Carvers begin on Friday and carve on Friday and Saturday, finishing up on Sunday morniing

On Sunday afternoon the pieces created that weekend are offered at auction

During the event artists have items for sale at their carving stations

 
 
 2 pm - 3:30 pm
Memorial Day Celebration

Come honor our past and present solders along the canal by the car bridge at 2 p.m.  This event has been happening every year since the Civil War.  There will be speeches, song and flowers provided so you can throw them in the canal in remembrance of all who gave their life for us.

 
 
 2 pm - 3:30 pm
Memorial Day Celebration

Come honor our past and present solders along the canal by the car bridge at 2 p.m.  This event has been happening every year since the Civil War.  There will be speeches, song and flowers provided so you can throw them in the canal in remembrance of all who gave their life for us.

Monday, May 26 2025
Memorial Day
Friday, May 30 2025
 All Day
Music on Main: Divas & Drinks

The Renegades are on the courthouse lawn from 6 to 8 PM. My Brother's Keeper at the Municipal Lot from 7 to 9 PM. Tim Baumgartner & Kristen Kelly Marissa Fullenkamp at Third Place from 7 to 11 PM. Take advantage of the DORA District and shop at our participating Main Street businesses with extended hours open until 9 PM. Spend $10 or more between 5-9 PM to get an entry for a chance to win a prize basket.

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 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

 
 
 7 pm - 10 pm
Marisa Fullenkamp at Third Place

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Saturday, May 31 2025
 6 pm - 9 pm

End Times Social Club at the MPA Opry Barn

Unique band of Dean Metcalf, Roger Baniser, Stasia Demos-Mills, and Tad Armstrong will be making their Opry Barn debut.

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

Table reservations online on our website metamorampa.org  , reservations will save you a couple of dollars.

Food available on site

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