By Sadie Hunter
FRIDAY, JUNE 9
Library After Hours Family Camp Night
What: Guests of this event will have fun camping library-style after library hours during its Family Camp Night. The event will host crafts, snacks, songs and more. Families will need to bring flashlights and blankets or sheets to build their tents. This program is great for families with children ages 3-10. Registration is required at hepl.lib.in.us.
When: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Hamilton East Public Library, 1 Library Plaza
Cost: Free
Classic Movies at Forest Park, “The Philadelphia Story”
What: This outdoor showing of a 1940 classic stars Katharine Hepburn, Cary Grant and James Stewart.
When: 9:15 p.m. (dusk)
Where: Forest Park, 701 Cicero Rd.
Cost: Free
SATURDAY, JUNE 10
Noblesville Farmers Market
What: Noblesville Main Street presents the oldest and largest market in Hamilton county with more than 80 vendors offering farm-fresh, homegrown produce, meats, plants, herbs, flowers, honey, spices, wines, jams, baked goods and more.
When: 8 a.m. to noon
Where: Federal Hill Commons, 175 Logan St.
Cost: Free
“Antique Stories, Antique Songs” with Janet Gilray
What: Strumming her 1890s parlor guitar, Gilray portrays “Miss Melody”, Victorian schoolmarm, and encourages youngsters to sing along, or listen and learn.
When: 10 to 11 a.m.
Where: Old Picket Fence, 894 Logan St.
Cost: Free
Noblesville Kiwanis Touch A Truck
What: The Noblesville Noon Kiwanis Club and Hamilton County Sheriff’s Dept. will host a Touch-A-Truck event for kids between age 2 and 14. This event will give kids a chance to see and sit in their favorite public safety vehicles up close. Refreshments will be provided for a minimal charge. All local Kiwanis proceeds are used to help with children’s programs in the Hamilton County area.
When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds, 2003 Pleasant St.
Cost: Free
Chalk Art Festival
What: Artists will line the streets with unique chalk art creations while attendees will have the opportunity to vote for their favorites. Enjoy live music and meet with local businesses. Families will be able to enjoy free kid’s activities.
When: 1 to 5 p.m.
Where: Hamilton Town Center, 13901 Town Center Blvd.
Cost: Free
Noblesville Parks and Recreation Foam Party
What: Kids will play in the mountains of bubbles, dance to music, and pose for pictures at the photo tent at the inaugural foam party in the city’s newest park.
When: 3 to 5 p.m.
Where: Federal Hill Commons, 175 Logan St.
Cost: Free
SUNDAY, JUNE 11
Hamilton County Parks’ Vintage Baseball and Victorian Barn Games
What: Come root for a local team, the White River Baseball Club, as they take on the Batesville Lumbermen during a vintage baseball “match.” Players will be at the barn before the game to sign autographs and answer questions about vintage baseball. The park’s Victorian barn will remain open during the game for snacks (peanuts, caramel corn and lemonade). A croquet set and other vintage games will be on hand in the barn during the game for your enjoyment. Guests should bring their own chairs and blankets.
When: 1 p.m. meet and greet, 2 p.m. game
Where: Strawtown Koteewi Park, 12308 W. Strawtown Ave.
Cost: Free
Hamilton County Parks’ Native American Village Tours
What: Hamilton County Parks staff will conduct tours of the Strawtown Enclosure, a Native American village that was inhabited more than 700 years ago. These yours will discuss Native American culture and artifacts. Tours begin inside the Taylor Center of Natural History. For more, call 317-774-2574.
When: 2 to 3 p.m.
Where: Strawtown Koteewi Park, 12308 W. Strawtown Ave.
Cost: Free
