The Fairland Historical Society, in partnership with the Shelby County Public Library’s Genealogy & History Department, invites the public to attend a special program on May 21, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. Donna Dennison will present “Research Tips for Using Library Resources,” with a focus on Fairland and Moral Township.
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Fairland Historical Society: Celebrates 2 Years with New Website
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!
Read MoreShelby County Soil & Water Conservation District: Plant Order / Spring Observer
Spring is in the air and the time to plant native flowers is almost here. Check out the Shelby County Soil and Water Conservation District’s newsletter “The Observer”, which includes the native plant sale order form. Plant orders are due with payment by Thursday, April 23, 2026. The date for plant pick-up date is Thursday, May 7, 2026.
Read MoreShelby County Public Library: Family Science Expo (April 25)
Get ready to tinker, build and learn at Shelby County Public Library! Families of all ages are invited to participate in our Family Science Expo on Saturday, April 25 from 1-3 p.m.
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SCAAC: Box Fan Drive for Seniors
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.
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Buddies Helping Buddies & Shelby Co. Suicide Prev. Coalition: Dine to Donate
Eat out locally and support Buddies Helping Buddies & Shelby Co. Suicide Prevention Coalition. Join us for our fundraisers: Applebee's Grill + Bar in Shelbyville on Mon., April 13 (all day) and Capone’s Downtown Speakeasy in Shelbyville’s downtown Public Square on Thurs., April 16 (3pm) and help us make a difference. Every bit of support helps us reach more people in need. You can bring in this flyer or tell them you are supporting BUDDIES HELPING BUDDIES!!! They will take care of the rest!
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Shelby County Public Library: Accepting Book Donations (April 6-11)
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 25 - New Date)
Join BRANCH, a local non-profit dedicated to removal of invasive plants, on Saturday April 25th from 9am-11am at the Knauf trail (within the first quarter mile). This is at the Big Blue River Trailhead located off of SR9. 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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