Destination Franklin County Indiana
| 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. |
| 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 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 |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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! |
| 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. |
| All Day Quilt Show
Community quilts, vendors, door prizes, bed turning and demonstrations. |
| 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 |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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. |
| 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. More Information |
| 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 |
| 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 |
Email Events to info@franklincountyin.com // A Franklin County Collaborative Project |
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