Judicial District 17 VASIA invites community members to a Lunch & Learn on September 17 at Vino Villa in Greenwood, IN to explore what it means to become a volunteer advocate. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet current advocates, learn how they can make a meaningful difference in the life of a vulnerable adult, and enjoy a complimentary lunch. As a thank-you for attending, each participant will receive a gift card, making this a great opportunity for anyone interested in learning more about advocacy in a welcoming, informal setting.

Join the Cancer Association of Shelby County for the 15th Annual Cancer Bash on Saturday, September 12, at the Royal Grand Palace in Shelbyville. Enjoy a delicious dinner catered by Flame Kissed BBQ, bid on exciting items during the live and silent auctions, and help provide financial assistance to Shelby County residents battling all types of cancer. Tickets are $30 per person, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and dinner served at 6:00 p.m.

Shelby Community Band meets at St. Luke's Church every Tues. at 7pm for practice. This is open to anyone 18 years and older. They perform seven concerts / year. They can bring smaller ensembles for events. They are offering the following workshop on Aug. 23 (4-6pm) at St. Luke's Church: 'Camp Crescendo: Fine-Tuning Your Skill.'  

Plan to join the Shelby County Arts Fest for Arts in the Park on Saturday, September 12 (9am-2pm / Free Admission) at Blue River Memorial Park in Shelbyville.

Healthy Shelby County is excited to celebrate the Mary Jane Reed & Robert W. Reed CommunityLink. This nonprofit center will feature various office and meeting space for several of our social service agencies. An open house will be held on Wed., September 30 (3pm-6pm) at 2311 S. Miller St. Shelbyville, IN.

Join the Shelby County Public Library for a fun golf fundraiser at Pure Strike Sim and Social on Wednesday, July 29. Play a virtual Scottish golf course for $50 per person, which includes two hours of play, a hot dog, chips, and a drink. Open to ages 12 and up, with proceeds supporting library programs for all ages. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Register online or contact the library for more information.

Registration is happening now! Visit SASS of social media and click the link to register!

Join Tamara Hemmerlein on Aug. 17 at 6 p.m. for “Indiana Through the Mapmaker’s Eye,” exploring how maps have documented Indiana’s history, influenced politics, and served as art. This free event will be held at the Moral Township Government Center in Fairland.

Stretch your grocery budget at the Shelby County Farmers Market with our SNAP Match program! Simply visit the Farmers Market Information Table, use your EBT card to purchase market tokens for SNAP-eligible foods, and we'll match up to $20 in Market Bucks each market. It's an easy way to get more fresh, local fruits, vegetables, and other eligible foods while supporting local farmers. Join us every Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to noon at the Downtown Shelbyville Public Square and make your SNAP benefits go even further!

Shelby County Reads is celebrating its 23rd season with a community-wide reading program featuring both a fiction and nonfiction selection inspired by the themes of America 250. Through shared reading, book discussions, a community writing contest, and a special storytime at the Farmer's Market on August 29, the program invites residents to explore stories of history, identity, and resilience while connecting with one another through meaningful conversations.

Shelby County, get ready for thrilling Grandstand Events at the Fair! Enjoy seven exciting events, including NEW RPM Flat Track Racing on Saturday, June 13th, along with favorite Fair food and family fun for all ages.

Join the Shelby County Farmers Market’s opening day on Saturday, May 9 (8am-Noon) in Shelbyville’s downtown public square! Explore a curated selection of locally grown foods and locally made goods from vendors across Shelby County. It promises to be another great season! This event is made possible through Duke Energy.

The Grover Center Museum is pleased to announce its 2026 art exhibition season, featuring artists with strong Indiana connections, community-centered programming, and immersive projects that highlight art, history, and cultural exchange. *Museum will reopen on Feb. 4

Gleaners Shelby County Mobile Food Pantry will be meeting at the Blue River Career Programs parking lot on the third Saturday of every month from 10am-Noon beginning Sat., August 16, 2025. The Mobile Food Pantry truck also travels to Morristown (209 S Washington St. Morristown, IN 46161) on the 4th Friday of every month from 1-2:30pm. Volunteers are needed before and during the event.

If you want to shop and support a good cause, make sure to follow Rupert’s Kids for their regular Community Days Events in Shelbyville and Flat Rock. Community Day Events are a unique opportunity for Rupert's Kids to give back to the community while also supporting our mission through fundraising. These events are made possible through our valuable partnership with CVS, which donates unused inventory that might otherwise end up in landfills. You can learn more and sign up to receive their enewsletter here.

Finding grant funding can feel especially challenging in today's uncertain landscape, but new opportunities are available. In a recent Charitable Advisors article, Morgan Riley shares 10 grant opportunities for Indiana nonprofits and offers practical encouragement for organizations looking to diversify funding, strengthen partnerships, and build long-term resilience. Whether your organization is large or small, this resource is a great place to start exploring new funding possibilities. Read article…

Shelby County Players recently received a $1 million Arts & Culture Award through Indiana's READI 2.0 program to support Phase 2 of the Wortman Family Civic Theatre project. The funding will provide professional lighting, sound, audio-visual, and networking technology, enhancing performances while expanding opportunities for educational programs, community events, workforce training, and increased accessibility.

Sunshine Houses hours have changed; the Red Barn will now be open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9am-1pm.

The Salvation Army of Shelbyville, Indiana has a few Sundays and Holidays that they need a Church, Group, or Family to provide a meal for the Community Meal Program. Groups would be responsible for bringing the meal in or cooking on site. Serving the meals, and cleanup.

Lilly Endowment has just issued a request for information from human service organizations. We welcome Indiana-based nonprofit human service organizations to submit the information outlined in the Indiana Human Services Organizations Request for Information (RFI), which can be accessed at the following link:

https://lillyendowment.org/request-for-information-from-indiana-human-service-organizations/.

Shares, Inc. is looking for musical instruments and karaoke machines for programming. Contact them if you have any that you would be willing to donate!

The We Ride Bikes 2026 season starts in May! They need pilots to join their team to help give rides this summer. Please email us at celijo@gmail.com if you are interested in helping out.

The Fairland Historical Society is proud to celebrate their second anniversary! As they continue sharing the stories that shape our community, they’re excited to introduce their new website—a hub for local history. Explore historic photos, discover helpful resources, and stay updated on upcoming events at https://sites.google.com/view/fairland-historical-society. Be sure to bookmark the page and check back often!

The Shelby County Active Aging Coalition is collecting box fans for our Beat the Heat Fan Drive! If you would like to get involved to help our seniors during the heat of summer, please see the flyer for more information. Donations can be dropped off at Shelby Senior Services (2120 Intelliplex Dr Ste. 101, Shelbyville, IN 46176) Mon - Fri 8am-4:30pm.

Shelby County Public Library is ready to begin extensive renovation and rejuvenation – just in time for spring. Work is slated to begin on March 4 or 5. The project will be financed by a $2 million General Obligation Bond, which was approved by the Shelby County Council in July 2025.

Did you know that you can sign up to receive text alerts from Emergency Management Shelby County? Recently this system was activated to share about severe weather, the Warming Shelter that was activated, and who to contact to volunteer.