If you are cleaning house and have books to donate, bring them to the Shelby County Public Library any time during the week of April 6-11, 2026. They will be added to the Friends of the Library book sales if they can’t be used in their collection.
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Shelby County Public Library: Declaration of Independence Program with Steve Elder (April 7)
Learn about the enduring importance of the Declaration of Independence at a special library event on Tuesday, April 7 from 7-8 p.m. The history program, featuring guest speaker Steve Elder, is part of a series celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. It will be held in the Indiana Room of Carnegie East Wing.
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Waldron Hometown Committee: Community Day (May 4)
It’s “Give Back to Your Community Day,” when trash gets picked up, flowers get planted, mulch gets put down, the main drag gets swept, flags get loaded onto flag poles, and Festival trash boxes get painted! Want to help? All are welcome on May 4 (8:30-2pm), with a rain date of May 8! Meet at Waldron High School.
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INFBPW: Annual Spaghetti Dinner (April 18)
Please join INFBW for their annual spaghetti dinner on Sat., April 18 (4-7pm) at West Street United Methodist Church (629 S West St. Shelbyville IN 46176) / $12/50 Adult & $6 Children 10 yr & under.
The proceeds will go towards local scholarships.
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Shelby County Players: Guitar Player Needed for Godspell Production
Debbie Stafford, the music director for the Shelby County Players production of Godspell, is searching for someone to play the guitar in the band for the show. The show will be at the Wortman Family Civic Theatre at 1416 Miller Avenue. Shelby County Players is a volunteer organization and this would be a volunteer position. Performances are April 24-26 and May 1-3. Friday & Sat at 7:30 and Sunday at 2:00. They will need the band for tech week-April 19-23.
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Shelby County Fairgrounds - Volunteers Needed
The Fairgrounds and Fairboard would appreciate any help that groups would be willing and able to provide in efforts to make this year's fair better than ever - and we can't do that without your help!
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Free Tree Give-Away (Apr. 18)
Tree Give-Away (Apr. 18 / 8:30am) at Blue River Memorial Park - The following saplings will be available for pick-up on a first come, first serve basis (FREE!): Red Pine, Virginia Pine, Red Oak, Tulip Tree, Bald Cypress, Chestnut Oak, Shagbark Hickory, Buttonbush, Silky Dogwood, and Black Chokeberry
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BRANCH: Help Cut & Treat Purple Wintercreeper at the Knauf Trail (April 18)
Join BRANCH, a local non-profit dedicated to removal of invasive plants, on Saturday April 18th from 10 am to noon at the Knauf trail (within the first quarter mile). BRANCH will cut and treat purple wintercreeper. Learn more and RSVP
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Central Indiana Land Trust: Garlic Mustard Pull at Meltzer Woods (April 15, 22, & 29)
SCUFFY: 72nd Annual Fundraising Campaign
Shelby County United Fund (SCUFFY) kicked off their 72nd Annual Fundraising Campaign to a full house on March 4 at Blessings Opera House! Their 2026 Drive Theme is “One Community One Heartbeat” and they have a goal of raising $940,000. This funding supports 12 different Shelby County nonprofits each year. At the event, they announced that their pacesetters have already raised $169,352.34. You can learn more and give directly via their website: https://www.scuffy.org/
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Grover Center: Volunteers Needed!
Root beer float season is just around the corner at the Grover Center and they are looking for friendly faces to help serve floats to our community! This is a fun way to earn volunteer or service hours while enjoying a sweet treat!
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Leadership Shelby County: Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser (Apr. 25)
The inaugural Pantry Pals Classic, a pickleball tournament organized as a Leadership Shelby County project, will take place on April 25, 2026, in Shelbyville, Indiana. Register Online or return the following form to the Shelby County Chamber Office. *Registration closes on April 10.
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Shelby County Fair (June 15-20): Apply to be a Vendor
Want to be a vendor at the Shelby County Fair this summer? Applications for the 2026 fair are NOW OPEN! Interested in vending please contact at: shelbycountyfairgrounds.events@gmail.com
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Mainstreet Shelbyville, Inc.: Farmers Market Vendor Applications (due April 24)
Mainstreet Shelbyville, Inc. is now accepting applications for the 2026 Shelby County, IN Farmers Market season! Review the vendor manual and apply by April 24: https://linktr.ee/shelbycountyfarmersmarket. Vendor spaces are limited and, in the spirit of the market, priority is given to local growers, producers, and artisans. All applicants will receive a response by May 1.
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SASS Hygiene Collection Drive & Distribution (April 18)
The SASS (Shelby Accessing Social Supports) committee is collecting items and financial donations for their annual Hygiene Drive Distribution on Sat. April 18, from 11am-1pm (*or until supplies run out) at The Ville Multipurpose Building on St. Joseph St. Anyone is welcome to attend the distribution to receive FREE hygiene supplies!
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Shares Inc.: Virtual Golf Outing (Apr. 23)
Support the mission of Shares Inc. and have fun golfing INDOORS at Pure Strike Golf Sim & Social in Shelbyville! Learn more…
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Love Inc.: First-Year Impact & Vision Event (Apr. 30)
Join Love INC of Shelby County on April 30 for a special event. They will share their first-year impact, what they are seeing across the community, and the opportunities ahead for stronger collaboration across Shelby County. This is an informational and motivational event designed to encourage awareness, partnership, and shared vision—not a fundraiser. The event will take place at On the Hill (24 W Rampart Rd. Shelbyville, IN 46176) from 4-5pm.
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Parks & Rec: Easter Egg Hunt (Mar. 28)
Join Parks and Rec for their FREE Community Easter Egg Hunt on Sat., March 28 at Kennedy Park - 200 Minster Dr., Shelbyville, IN 46176. The egg hunting fun begins when the bunny arrives at NOON — and you won’t want to miss it! Bring your baskets, invite your friends, and get ready for an egg-citing afternoon filled with community fun!
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Tree Trot 5K Run/Walk (Apr. 18)
It's almost time for the Annual Tree Trot 5k located at Blue River Memorial Park! This event is a special one held each year by SHS Students looking to plant more trees throughout the park and BRCC. Early registration ends April 4th! Sign up today to secure your spot and t-shirt. Register here.
Read MoreShelby County Public Library: Planned Renovations
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.
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