THINGS TO DO //
AUGUST 2022
MON 01 Lost and Found Story
WED 03 Baby & Toddler
Public Library, Time: 5:30-6 pm, plainfieldlibrary.net
Time: 10:15-10:45 am, indypl.org FREE
Time Enjoy interactive stories, songs, and rhymes about the sadness and joy of losing and finding things. • Location: Plainfield-Guilford Twp. FREE
Scien-Tots Little scientists and their caregivers will investigate STEM concepts through a story and hands-on exploration at learning stations in this lab-style program. Ages 2-4; registration required. • Location: Noblesville Library, Time: 9:30 am, hepl.lib.in.us FREE
TUES 02 Family BINGO Night
Bring your family and friends for a game night at the library! This month, we will be playing Alphabet BINGO. • Location: Plainfield-Guilford Twp. Public Library, Time: 5-5:45 pm, plainfieldlibrary.net FREE
Storytime Babies and toddlers up to 36 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, toys, and more. • Location: Warren Branch Library,
Honey Bee Appreciation Day Get the buzz on bees! Learn about these interesting insects and why they’re so great for our gardens. Sample some honey and make a buzz-worthy craft. Registration required. $5; ages 5-12. • Location: Garfield Park Conservatory, Time: 2-3 pm, garfieldgardensconservatory.org
Sensory Story Time Interactive sensory play during an evening story time for all ages. Engage in hands-on play to bring stories to life! • Location: Westfield Washington Public Library, Time: 10:30-11:30 am, wwpl.lib.in.us FREE *SN
Family Yoga at Geist Park Participants will learn practical breathing tools to help calm the mind. This all-level yoga flow will help you connect to your body. Bring a towel or yoga mat, water, and a friend! $10 • L ocation: Geist Park, 10-11
THURS 04 First Thursday Night
Small Wonders Preschool Program: Butterflies Learn easy ways to engage your preschooler in nature and encourage their curiosity in the natural world. A new topic will be introduced each class through hands-on activities, hikes and stories, with take-home ideas for continuing the exploration at home. Ages 3-4. • Location: Holliday
Monon Mixer Enjoy an adults-only (21+) night of fun at The Waterpark after-hours! Relax in the lazy river, sip wine in the cabanas, ride the wave on the FlowRider® and more. Make it a date night or meet up with friends! You’ll be sure to enjoy this kid-free night out. $20. • Location: The Waterpark at the
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Park Nature Center, Time: 10-11 am, hollidaypark.org
@ The Children’s Museum On the first Thursday of every month, it's just $6 admission per person! • Location: The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, Time: 4-8 pm, childrensmuseum.org
Monon Community Center, Time: 8-10 pm, carmelclayparks.com
Newfields Community Day Enjoy free admission to Newfields on the first Thursday of the month. Advance ticket is required. • Location: Newfields, Time: 11 am-8 pm, discovernewfields.org FREE
Thursdays on the Mall: Spider-Man Into the Spiderverse Enjoy summer evenings and free movies, plus multiple food trucks, beer from Sun King Brewing, popcorn, games and more. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, soak in city views, and spend time with your neighbors. • Location: American Legion Mall, Time: 7 pm, indianawarmemorials.org FREE
THURS 04̶SUN 07 Gen Con The original, longest-running, best-attended, gaming convention in North America, with more than 13,000 events, a costume contest, film festival, anime, Authors' Avenue, art show, auction, consignment store and more. • Location: Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium, gencon.com
FRI 05 Adult Night at Freedom
Springs Tap into your inner child and relax as the sun goes down! Enjoy your favorite adult beverages, listen to the music of Blue River Band while you take a stroll around the Lazy River, race down the water slides and relax in a lounge chair. • Location: Freedom Springs Waterpark, Time: 8:15 pm, greenwood.in.gov/freedomsprings
Music & All That Jazz A band will be set up on the northeast side of the Square, so bring your chairs or blankets and get ready to hear some awesome music for First Fridays in downtown Noblesville! • Location: Noblesville Main Street, Time: 7-9 pm, noblesvillemainstreet.org FREE
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FREE / free for families!
*ONGOING /a recurring event
*SN / special needs friendly
/ an Indy's Child favorite!
