Here’s a look at things to do in Brown County, Indiana! (Be sure to double-check with each business for the latest details—hours and events can change.)
April
Event Details
We are excited to announce we’ve added one more date for our Under the Sea Pampered Princess Party!! This party is unique in that your Princess will select an oyster
Event Details
We are excited to announce we’ve added one more date for our Under the Sea Pampered Princess Party!! This party is unique in that your Princess will select an oyster from our basin and watch us shuck, set, and turn the pearl inside into a clasped bracelet (included in the price) or necklace ($14 upgrade).
Also included in her Mermaid Princess experience:
Mermaid headband upon arrival
Nails painted with non toxic nail polish
Pearl hair gems and glitter hair spray
Mermaid scale mini face paint
One bead of hair tinsel OR one glitter tattoo ($6 upgrade to enjoy both)
Custom engraved keepsake *please include your princesses name in the notes of your booking or reach out to us after booking!
Complimentary sweets and juice
Themed goody bag, and photo opportunities
How booking works:
🧜♀️Go to Browncountycharm.com
🧜♀️Click “Book an Appointment”
🧜♀️Scroll down until you see “April 2nd Under the Sea Pampered Princess Party”
🧜♀️Choose your appointment time on the corresponding date
🌟 In the notes: please put your Princesses name and any diet restrictions or allergies
🐠 Appointments overlap every 20 minutes, since we have two stations: one for creating jewelry and the other for pampering! Your princesses total timeslot will be between 30-40 minutes long. If you have multiple princesses attending, they will each need their own time slot. 💖
🙌🏼We’ll email you an invoice for your $15 deposit within 48 hours!! Deposits are nonrefundable, however, they are deducted from your total on the day of the event!! Remaining balance will be collected after your Princess experience at the party 💫
🪩 Browncountycharm.com
https://www.facebook.com/events/1588154168969626/
Time
April 2, 2026 10:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
75 S Jefferson St, Nashville, IN
Event Details
Join us for a film by documentary filmmaker Samuel Orr. The Natural Heritage of Indiana is based on Marion Jackson’s book of the same title. Take an in depth look
Event Details
Join us for a film by documentary filmmaker Samuel Orr. The Natural Heritage of Indiana is based on Marion Jackson’s book of the same title. Take an in depth look at Indiana’s natural beauty, with interesting information and fantastic cinemotography. The film will last about an hour. Today is Part I: The Indiana That Was.
Time
April 2, 2026 2:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Nature Center
Event Details
Experience the timeless hits of Seals & Crofts reimagined for a new generation with Seals & Crofts 2, featuring Brady Seals and Lua Crofts. This unforgettable concert celebrates the music
Event Details
Experience the timeless hits of Seals & Crofts reimagined for a new generation with Seals & Crofts 2, featuring Brady Seals and Lua Crofts. This unforgettable concert celebrates the music that defined the soft-rock era. Sing along to classics like Summer Breeze, Diamond Girl, and We May Never Pass This Way Again.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1673934760239175/
Time
April 2, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
70 S Van Buren St, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
Event Details
Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level//
Event Details
Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level// General parking $10.00 per vehicle (gravel lot)// Preferred parking $25.00 per vehicle (paved lot)
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 7 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
Venue Presale : Thu, 6 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
One of the most formidable guitarists of her generation, Samantha Fish deals in her own unmatched brand of bravado, bringing both mind-blowing power and extraordinary emotionality to everything she creates. Since first introducing the world to her larger-than-life talent, the multi-award-winning festival headliner has built a triumphant career whose latest milestones include earning a Grammy nomination for Death Wish Blues (her 2023 collaboration with rocker Jesse Dayton) and opening for The Rolling Stones on their final 2024 U.S. tour date. On her new album Paper Doll, Fish offers up nine powerhouse songs that hit with an unstoppable force, each delivered with an exquisite dose of illuminating insight, soul-soothing empathy, and—above all—newly heightened clarity of vision. “It’s taken me years to finally find my voice in a studio setting,” Fish admits. “But with this record I took everything I had, and slammed it right on the table.”
Tab Benoit is a 4x Grammy nominated singer, songwriter and guitarist who has built a remarkable 30+ year career on the foundation of his gritty and soulful Delta swamp blues, acquiring a devoted legion of fans along the way, as well as 5 Blues Music Awards, including BB King Entertainer of the Year (twice) and an induction into The Louisiana Music Hall of Fame. After a 13-year hiatus, Tab is back with his latest effort, I Hear Thunder, on his own label, Whiskey Bayou Records. The new album was his first #1 in the Billboard charts in over 30 years. Benoit’s 2013 release, Medicine, was co-produced with Anders Osborne for Concord International, and garnered three Blues Music Awards.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2054242842003907/
Time
April 2, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Music Center
Event Details
Come see an eastern box turtle as we feed it! Learn about the unique adaptations these creatures have, what issues they face, and how you can help their wild populations!
Event Details
Come see an eastern box turtle as we feed it! Learn about the unique adaptations these creatures have, what issues they face, and how you can help their wild populations! If the weather is nice, we will be on the lawn outside the Nature Center. Otherwise, we will be inside.
Time
April 3, 2026 3:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Nature Center
Event Details
Join the nature center mascots, Olive the Owl and Doug the Deer, and a park naturalist for a story reading. We will read Owl Moon and enjoy a small campfire
Event Details
Join the nature center mascots, Olive the Owl and Doug the Deer, and a park naturalist for a story reading. We will read Owl Moon and enjoy a small campfire at the edge of the woods. Meet at the fire ring behind the Friends’ Shelterhouse near the Nature Center. Come early to enjoy the fire if you like!
We will take suggestions on kid friendly books about nature! Feel free to suggest a favorite of yours to the naturalist! Owl Moon, The Lorax, and Zee Grows A Tree are popular titles, but we’d love to add more variety!
Time
April 3, 2026 7:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Nature Center (Friends' Circle)
Brown County State Park, Nature Center (Friends' Circle)
Event Details
Live music at 19th Hole Sports Bar every Friday night (7-10pm) & Saturday night (8-11pm). No cover charge. All ages welcome until 9pm each night.
Event Details
Live music at 19th Hole Sports Bar every Friday night (7-10pm) & Saturday night (8-11pm). No cover charge. All ages welcome until 9pm each night.
Event calendar with musicians & other special events (euchre night, etc): https://www.saltcreekgolf.com/upcoming-events
Time
April 3, 2026 7:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
19th Hole Sports Bar at Salt Creek Golf Retreat, 2359 IN-46 East, Nashville, IN 47448, USA
Event Details
Indiana natives saluting the music of John Cougar Mellencamp. Bringing the biggest Hoosier hits and the deepest cuts to the heartland of America. American Fools brings the feel-good groove of
Event Details
Indiana natives saluting the music of John Cougar Mellencamp. Bringing the biggest Hoosier hits and the deepest cuts to the heartland of America. American Fools brings the feel-good groove of John (Cougar) Mellencamp’s songs to life on the stage. We take you on a journey through his career, including tracks like: Hurts So Good, Cherry Bomb, Jack & Diane, R.O.C.K. in the USA, I Need A Lover (that won’t drive me crazy), Lonely Ol’ Night, Thundering Hearts, China Girl, Crumblin’ Down, Rain on the Scarecrow, Pink Houses.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1491612491926693/
Time
April 3, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
70 S Van Buren St, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
03apr8:00 pmLive music at BCIBrown County Inn, 51 IN-46, Nashville, IN 47448, USA8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Live music every Friday & Saturday, 8-11pm https://www.facebook.com/bcmusicservices https://www.facebook.com/browncountyinn
Event Details
Live music every Friday & Saturday, 8-11pm
Time
April 3, 2026 8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Inn, 51 IN-46, Nashville, IN 47448, USA
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
Event Details
Join a park naturalist for a guided night hike around Lake Ogle! The Full Moon is the brightest night of the month, leading to excellent views of the lake. Learn
Event Details
Join a park naturalist for a guided night hike around Lake Ogle! The Full Moon is the brightest night of the month, leading to excellent views of the lake. Learn about April’s full moon, the Pink Moon. Trail 7 is rated moderate, but should be considered rugged in the dark. The trail has some staircases, uneven surfaces, and muddy spots. It is 1.2 miles and will take about an hour and a half to complete. Please do not bring pets on night hikes. Red flashlights are preferred for night vision and can be loaned to hikers on request.
Time
April 3, 2026 8:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Lake Ogle parking lot
Event Details
Why should kids have all the fun? Join us for the ultimate grown-up Easter adventure: the Easter Bourbon Hunt! We’re hiding eggs stuffed with boozy surprises, tasting vouchers, and maybe even
Event Details
Why should kids have all the fun?
Join us for the ultimate grown-up Easter adventure: the Easter Bourbon Hunt! We’re hiding eggs stuffed with boozy surprises, tasting vouchers, and maybe even a golden egg with a prize worth hopping for.
Sip as you search — because nothing says spring fever like hunting eggs with a cocktail in hand.
From bold bourbons to crisp craft beers and creative spirits, this hunt is all about flavor, fun, and a little friendly competition.
Grab your crew, bring your thirst, and let’s get cracking—because this isn’t your grandma’s Easter egg hunt!
21+
No cancellations
https://www.facebook.com/events/889424967032941/
Time
April 4, 2026 10:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
418 Old SR 46, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
Event Details
Did you know that not all fur is the same? Different animals use their fur for camoflauge, protection, and keeping warm in a variety of habitats. Visit the Nature Center
Event Details
Did you know that not all fur is the same? Different animals use their fur for camoflauge, protection, and keeping warm in a variety of habitats. Visit the Nature Center to learn about Indiana’s native mammals. Learn about their habits, habitats, play a short game, and touch real animal furs!
Time
April 4, 2026 11:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Nature Center
04apr11:00 amApril Shopping Days7522 Ford Ridge Road, Nashville, IN11:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Join us for a barn full of fresh picks for our April treasure hunt. https://www.facebook.com/events/2344593792715507/
Event Details
Join us for a barn full of fresh picks for our April treasure hunt.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2344593792715507/
Time
April 4, 2026 11:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
7522 Ford Ridge Road, Nashville, IN
04apr12:00 pmLive music at The Daily Grind12:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Event Details
Time
April 4, 2026 12:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
https://www.ferghouse.com/gallery-1 https://www.facebook.com/fergusonhousebistro
Time
April 4, 2026 1:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
The Ferguson House Bistro, 78 Franklin St, Nashville, IN 47448, USA
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
Event Details
Join a park naturalist for a peek at spring wildflowers! We will look around the Nature Center gardens and the the woods around the Nature Center. Most of the gardens are
Event Details
Join a park naturalist for a peek at spring wildflowers!
We will look around the Nature Center gardens and the the woods around the Nature Center. Most of the gardens are accessible by sidewalk or gravel paths.
Time
April 4, 2026 2:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Nature Center
Event Details
Join us for a spaghetti dinner to support God’s Grace/On The Road Again, an annual event that provides back-to-school clothing for 500+ children in our community each year. We hope you’ll
Event Details
Join us for a spaghetti dinner to support God’s Grace/On The Road Again, an annual event that provides back-to-school clothing for 500+ children in our community each year.
We hope you’ll come hungry and bring a friend!
DINE IN OR TAKE OUT DINNER INCLUDES:
-Garlic bread
-Salad
-Entree (choice of: spaghetti with meat sauce, spaghetti with marinara sauce, fettuccine alfredo, fettuccine alfredo with chicken)
-Dessert
-Drink
Cost:
-$10 per adult
-$5 per kid (12 years and younger)
PLUS silent auction
Location: Fairground Exhibit Building (802 Memorial Drive, Nashville, IN)
Every dinner purchased helps provide clothing for children in our community.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1636471921110178/
Time
April 4, 2026 5:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Fairgrounds
Event Details
E5C4P3 was formed in June of 1993. From that year through 1999, E5C4P3 traveled nationwide and paid tribute to one of rock history’s most beloved bands, performing for tens of
Event Details
E5C4P3 was formed in June of 1993. From that year through 1999, E5C4P3 traveled nationwide and paid tribute to one of rock history’s most beloved bands, performing for tens of thousands of fans. E5C4P3 is still known today as the original and best Journey tribute band to ever exist. In 1999, E5C4P3 went on hiatus and the world was suddenly filled with multiple Journey tributes trying to fill the void that E5C4P3 left behind. In 2008, E5C4P3 was reformed to recreate the magic of a Journey concert like no one else can. The band covers the music with a note-for-note accuracy that is second to none and performs each show with the high-energy excitement of a real Journey concert as well as visually recreating the essence of early 80’s Journey! Focusing on the “Steve Perry era,” E5C4P3 covers all the hits from “Lights” and “Wheel In The Sky” to “Separate Ways” and “Be Good To Yourself,” including occasional surprises for all the die-hard Journey fans. For all of the countless fans that have never stopped believing, they’re back!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1362377488290664/
Time
April 4, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
70 S Van Buren St, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
04apr8:00 pmLive music at BCIBrown County Inn, 51 IN-46, Nashville, IN 47448, USA8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Live music every Friday & Saturday, 8-11pm https://www.facebook.com/bcmusicservices https://www.facebook.com/browncountyinn
Event Details
Live music every Friday & Saturday, 8-11pm
Time
April 4, 2026 8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Inn, 51 IN-46, Nashville, IN 47448, USA
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
Event Details
Live music at 19th Hole Sports Bar every Friday night (7-10pm) & Saturday night (8-11pm). No cover charge. All ages welcome until 9pm each night.
Event Details
Live music at 19th Hole Sports Bar every Friday night (7-10pm) & Saturday night (8-11pm). No cover charge. All ages welcome until 9pm each night.
Event calendar with musicians & other special events (euchre night, etc): https://www.saltcreekgolf.com/upcoming-events
Time
April 4, 2026 8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
19th Hole Sports Bar at Salt Creek Golf Retreat, 2359 IN-46 East, Nashville, IN 47448, USA
05apr8:00 amResurrection SundayUnity Baptist Church8:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Join us as we celebrate Resurrection Sunday! Come experience the joy and hope of this special day as we gather together in worship and fellowship. 📅 Sunday, April 5th 🌅 Sunrise Service
Event Details
Join us as we celebrate Resurrection Sunday!
Come experience the joy and hope of this special day as we gather together in worship and fellowship.
📅 Sunday, April 5th
🌅 Sunrise Service at 8:00 AM
⛪ Regular Worship Service at 9:30 AM
📍 Unity Baptist Church
7361 Spearsville Rd.
Morgantown, IN 46160
Please note:
• No Sunday School Following
• No Evening Bible Study
We would love for you, your family, and friends to join us as we celebrate our risen Savior. All are welcome!
https://www.facebook.com/events/2464186164033057/
Time
April 5, 2026 8:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
Unity Baptist Church
Event Details
Celebrate Easter at Hard Truth Distilling Co. with a relaxed, open‑seating brunch experience in the House of Rye. Gather with family and friends and enjoy the rustic charm, wooded surroundings,
Event Details
Celebrate Easter at Hard Truth Distilling Co. with a relaxed, open‑seating brunch experience in the House of Rye. Gather with family and friends and enjoy the rustic charm, wooded surroundings, and signature Hard Truth hospitality that make events here unforgettable.
Pair your meal with handcrafted cocktails or sips from the mimosa bar, then enjoy a stroll through the distillery grounds as you continue your Easter celebration.
Brunch buffet includes:
Glazed ham carving station
Lamb chops
Mini quiches
Ham & cheese croissant
Spring pea salad
Dinner rolls
Chef’s choice vegetables
Roasted Potatoes
Pasta salad
Assorted desserts
Iced tea, lemonade, and water
Handcrafted cocktails and mimosa bar will be available for additional purchase.
Buffet is all ages; must be 21+ to purchase and consume alcohol.
Seating is limited, so make your reservation today.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2188881971645105/
Time
April 5, 2026 10:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
418 Old SR 46, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
05apr11:30 amChess Competition11:30 am(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Weekly chess competition at Gyros 2 Nashville – every Sunday, 11:30am-4pm. https://www.facebook.com/not.just.gyros.nashville
Event Details
Weekly chess competition at Gyros 2 Nashville – every Sunday, 11:30am-4pm.
https://www.facebook.com/not.just.gyros.nashville

Time
April 5, 2026 11:30 am(GMT-04:00)
05apr12:00 pmLive music at The Daily Grind12:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Event Details
Time
April 5, 2026 12:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Join us this month in discussing The Astral Library by Kate Quinn. Light snacks provided. https://www.facebook.com/events/1971347220260859/
Event Details
Join us this month in discussing The Astral Library by Kate Quinn. Light snacks provided.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1971347220260859/
Time
April 8, 2026 6:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
76 1/2 East Main Street, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
08apr7:30 pmGov't MuleBrown County Music Center7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level//
Event Details
Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level// General parking $10.00 per vehicle (gravel lot)// Preferred parking $25.00 per vehicle (paved lot)
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 12 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
Artist Presale : Tue, 9 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
Venue Presale : Wed, 10 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
VIP Packages Presale : Tue, 9 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
VIP Package Onsale : Fri, 12 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
https://www.facebook.com/events/1186052912990762/
Time
April 8, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Music Center
08apr7:30 pmGov't MuleBrown County Music Center7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level//
Event Details
Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level// General parking $10.00 per vehicle (gravel lot)// Preferred parking $25.00 per vehicle (paved lot)
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 12 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
Artist Presale : Tue, 9 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
Venue Presale : Wed, 10 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
VIP Packages Presale : Tue, 9 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
VIP Package Onsale : Fri, 12 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
https://www.facebook.com/events/1186052912990762/
Time
April 8, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Music Center
Event Details
Let’s celebrate Earth Day with this environment-themed new classic! Feel free to bring a picnic lunch and blankets!Rated G
Event Details
Let’s celebrate Earth Day with this environment-themed new classic! Feel free to bring a picnic lunch and blankets!Rated G
Time
April 9, 2026 12:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
205 Locust Lane Nashville IN 47448
205 Locust Lane Nashville IN 47448
Event Details
Join us for a film by documentary filmmaker Samuel Orr. The Natural Heritage of Indiana is based on Marion Jackson’s book of the same title. Take an in depth look
Event Details
Join us for a film by documentary filmmaker Samuel Orr. The Natural Heritage of Indiana is based on Marion Jackson’s book of the same title. Take an in depth look at Indiana’s natural beauty, with interesting information and fantastic cinemotography. The film will last about an hour. Today is Part II: Life in the Water.
Time
April 9, 2026 2:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Nature Center
09apr7:30 pmTHE ORCHESTRA Starring ELO Former MembersBrown County Music Center7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level//
Event Details
Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level// General parking $10.00 per vehicle (gravel lot)// Preferred parking $25.00 per vehicle (paved lot)
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 19 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
VIP Package Onsale : Fri, 19 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
https://www.facebook.com/events/1989124721742227/
Time
April 9, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Music Center
Event Details
Come see an eastern box turtle as we feed it! Learn about the unique adaptations these creatures have, what issues they face, and how you can help their wild populations!
Event Details
Come see an eastern box turtle as we feed it! Learn about the unique adaptations these creatures have, what issues they face, and how you can help their wild populations! If the weather is nice, we will be on the lawn outside the Nature Center. Otherwise, we will be inside.
Time
April 10, 2026 3:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Nature Center
Event Details
Friday nights just got a whole lot tastier. Join us every Friday from 5–8 PM for Prime Rib Night. We’re serving up juicy, slow-roasted 12 oz cuts of prime rib, paired
Event Details
Friday nights just got a whole lot tastier.
Join us every Friday from 5–8 PM for Prime Rib Night. We’re serving up juicy, slow-roasted 12 oz cuts of prime rib, paired with your choice of potato and chef’s vegetable or a fresh house salad.
Want to level it up? Upgrade your sides or add a serving of our creamy Cavatappi mac & cheese.
It’s the perfect way to kick off your weekend early—with flavor, comfort, and a plate worth bragging about.
Ferguson House Bistro
Every Friday | 5–8 PM
78 Franklin St, Nashville, IN
#PrimeRibNight #FergusonHouseBistro #NashvilleIN
https://www.facebook.com/events/1401261274589391/?event_time_id=1401261367922715
Time
April 10, 2026 5:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
78 W Franklin St, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
Event Details
Some nights are easy to come by. Others—you feel them before they even begin. This is one of those nights. Join us at Hard Truth Distilling Co. for an evening
Event Details
Some nights are easy to come by. Others—you feel them before they even begin. This is one of those nights.
Join us at Hard Truth Distilling Co. for an evening with Fred Minnick—a voice that’s helped shape how America understands whiskey, one honest story at a time. As part of his national tour for Bottom Shelf: How a Forgotten Brand of Bourbon Saved One Man’s Life, Fred brings his story to a place that lives and breathes the craft every day.
This won’t feel like a talk—it’ll feel like pulling up a chair and settling in. Over chef-curated appetizers and thoughtfully crafted cocktails, Fred will share stories from Bottom Shelf, including a live reading, along with reflections on bourbon’s deeper roots—where it comes from, and why it still matters.
There’s a weight to Fred’s words. Not because they’re loud—but because they’re true. And on this night, that truth meets the spirit of Hard Truth—where whiskey, story, and community come together in a way you don’t often find.
The evening closes with a book signing and a chance to meet Fred—so you don’t just hear the story, you carry it with you.
What’s Included
A copy of Bottom Shelf by Fred Minnick
Chef-curated appetizers
Specialty-developed cocktails (or alcohol-free pairings)
A live reading and intimate conversation with Fred Minnick
Book signing and meet-and-greet
Ticket Options
$90 – Full experience with cocktails
$65 – Alcohol-free experience
If you know bourbon, you know Fred. If you don’t—this is where the story starts.
Seats are limited. Come early. Stay late. Discover the Truth.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1487902513027188/
Time
April 10, 2026 6:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
418 Old SR 46, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
Event Details
Live music at 19th Hole Sports Bar every Friday night (7-10pm) & Saturday night (8-11pm). No cover charge. All ages welcome until 9pm each night.
Event Details
Live music at 19th Hole Sports Bar every Friday night (7-10pm) & Saturday night (8-11pm). No cover charge. All ages welcome until 9pm each night.
Event calendar with musicians & other special events (euchre night, etc): https://www.saltcreekgolf.com/upcoming-events
Time
April 10, 2026 7:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
19th Hole Sports Bar at Salt Creek Golf Retreat, 2359 IN-46 East, Nashville, IN 47448, USA
Event Details
In a world where every thought is monitored and the Party controls truth itself, Winston Smith dares to question the system. When forbidden love awakens him to the possibility of
Event Details
In a world where every thought is monitored and the Party controls truth itself, Winston Smith dares to question the system. When forbidden love awakens him to the possibility of freedom, he risks everything in a chilling battle against a regime where even thinking differently is a crime.
Disclaimer: This production explores themes of government control, surveillance, and personal freedom within a fictional world. While it addresses sensitive political subject matter, it is not intended as commentary on current events, political parties, or today’s social climate. Its purpose is to tell a compelling story and encourage thoughtful reflection, not to promote a particular political viewpoint.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1465577454969158/
Time
April 10, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
70 S Van Buren St, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
10apr8:00 pmLive music at BCIBrown County Inn, 51 IN-46, Nashville, IN 47448, USA8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Live music every Friday & Saturday, 8-11pm https://www.facebook.com/bcmusicservices https://www.facebook.com/browncountyinn
Event Details
Live music every Friday & Saturday, 8-11pm
Time
April 10, 2026 8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Inn, 51 IN-46, Nashville, IN 47448, USA
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
10apr8:00 pmThe Man In Black: Tribute To Johnny CashBrown County Music Center8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level//
Event Details
Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level// General parking $10.00 per vehicle (gravel lot)// Preferred parking $25.00 per vehicle (paved lot)
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 7 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
https://www.facebook.com/events/806154015465249/
Time
April 10, 2026 8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Music Center
10apr8:00 pmKnockout Karaoke with Keith & KimFirebird Tap House8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
🔥🎤 KARAOKE NIGHT AT FIREBIRD TAP HOUSE! 🎤🔥 Get ready for a night of great music, good vibes, and nonstop fun! 📍 Firebird Tap House 📅 Friday, April 10th ⏰ 8:00 –
Event Details
🔥🎤 KARAOKE NIGHT AT FIREBIRD TAP HOUSE! 🎤🔥
Get ready for a night of great music, good vibes, and nonstop fun!
📍 Firebird Tap House
📅 Friday, April 10th
⏰ 8:00 – 11:00 PM
🎤 Hosted by Knockout Karaoke with Keith & Kim
Bring your crew, grab a drink, and take your shot at the mic! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just in it for the fun, this is your night to shine.
🔥 Expect:
🍺 Cold beer
🍖 Amazing BBQ
🎶 All your favorite songs
🎤 A high-energy crowd and good times all around
No pressure, no judgment — just music, laughs, and a great night out!
🎶 Sing loud. Hang out. Have a blast. 🎶
We’ll see you at the Tap House!🔥🍻
https://www.facebook.com/events/924920380408025/
Time
April 10, 2026 8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Firebird Tap House
Event Details
Join park expert, bird enthusiast, and NPR’s “Moment of Science” radio personality Don Glass in a presentation and discussion about Indiana’s seven species of native woodpeckers! Learn what they look
Event Details
Join park expert, bird enthusiast, and NPR’s “Moment of Science” radio personality Don Glass in a presentation and discussion about Indiana’s seven species of native woodpeckers! Learn what they look like, their behaviors, and some of the issues they face today.
Time
April 11, 2026 11:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Nature Center
Event Details
We are releasing Indiana’s first-ever 10-year-old craft rye whiskey this Saturday at 11:00 am. Each bottle will come with a sticker that designates this milestone. These limited release
Event Details
We are releasing Indiana’s first-ever 10-year-old craft rye whiskey this Saturday at 11:00 am. Each bottle will come with a sticker that designates this milestone. These limited release bottles are 129.5 proof and will be $129.50. You can also call the distillery at 812-657-4923 to purchase for later pick-up.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2847614102260327/
Time
April 11, 2026 11:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
4484 Old State Road 46, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
11apr11:00 amFruitdale Fire Department fish fry fundraiser11:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Join us THIS Saturday from 11AM–7PM for a good old-fashioned fish fry at the Fruitdale Fire Department.
Event Details
Join us THIS Saturday from 11AM–7PM for a good old-fashioned fish fry at the Fruitdale Fire Department.
5200 IN-135, Morgantown
$15 meals
$9 sandwiches
Let us do the cooking—eat with us, meet the Chief, let the kids check out the trucks, or grab it to go!
We always love seeing our community! Hope to see you there!

Time
April 11, 2026 11:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
https://www.ferghouse.com/gallery-1 https://www.facebook.com/fergusonhousebistro
Time
April 11, 2026 1:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
The Ferguson House Bistro, 78 Franklin St, Nashville, IN 47448, USA
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
Event Details
Pay your respects to T.C. Steele’s widow, Selma, when you call at the House of the Singing Winds. Write a condolence note, fashion a black armband to wear, leave a
Event Details
Pay your respects to T.C. Steele’s widow, Selma, when you call at the House of the Singing Winds. Write a condolence note, fashion a black armband to wear, leave a flower on Steele’s grave and more as we explore a variety of historic mourning practices.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1415916299984559/
Time
April 11, 2026 1:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
4220 T.C. Steele Road, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
Event Details
A favorite every year, select Guild artists will demonstrate their techniques and creative process in the gallery, offering visitors a chance to watch art being made firsthand. Each artist
Event Details
A favorite every year, select Guild artists will demonstrate their techniques and creative process in the gallery, offering visitors a chance to watch art being made firsthand. Each artist will present a different medium, providing a unique glimpse into the range of possibilities using various artistic methods and
materials.
All ages welcome, free and open to the public!
Saturday, April 11
1-3 pm
Dianna Porter, Oil
Join us as Dianna demonstrates her approach to painting with oils and the creative process she brings to the canvas. Watch as she explores brushstrokes, layering, application techniques, and color mixing—revealing what’s possible with this rich and expressive medium.
Sunday, April 12
1-3 pm
Corrine Hull, Gouache
Corrine will be demonstrating the versatility of the gouache medium, sharing her techniques, explaining how gouache differs from acrylics and oils, and offering insight into her creative process. Watch as she brings a beautiful piece to life with this unique and expressive medium.
https://www.facebook.com/events/911266445135566/
Time
April 11, 2026 1:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
48 South Van Buren Street, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
Event Details
The Uka-Aliens will be “invading” Cedar Creek Winery on Saturday, April 11th, 2026. They’ll be playing a variety of pop, rock, country, and Island music for your listening pleasure. This
Event Details
The Uka-Aliens will be “invading” Cedar Creek Winery on Saturday, April 11th, 2026. They’ll be playing a variety of pop, rock, country, and Island music for your listening pleasure. This will certainly be an “extraterrestrial” experience 👽. See less
https://www.facebook.com/events/1460072625481165/
Time
April 11, 2026 5:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
The Nashville House
Event Details
In a world where every thought is monitored and the Party controls truth itself, Winston Smith dares to question the system. When forbidden love awakens him to the possibility of
Event Details
In a world where every thought is monitored and the Party controls truth itself, Winston Smith dares to question the system. When forbidden love awakens him to the possibility of freedom, he risks everything in a chilling battle against a regime where even thinking differently is a crime.
Disclaimer: This production explores themes of government control, surveillance, and personal freedom within a fictional world. While it addresses sensitive political subject matter, it is not intended as commentary on current events, political parties, or today’s social climate. Its purpose is to tell a compelling story and encourage thoughtful reflection, not to promote a particular political viewpoint.
https://www.facebook.com/events/4580562618833276/
Time
April 11, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
70 S Van Buren St, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
11apr8:00 pmLive music at BCIBrown County Inn, 51 IN-46, Nashville, IN 47448, USA8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Live music every Friday & Saturday, 8-11pm https://www.facebook.com/bcmusicservices https://www.facebook.com/browncountyinn
Event Details
Live music every Friday & Saturday, 8-11pm
Time
April 11, 2026 8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Inn, 51 IN-46, Nashville, IN 47448, USA
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
11apr8:00 pmHere Come the MummiesBrown County Music Center8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level//
Event Details
Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level// General parking $10.00 per vehicle (gravel lot)// Preferred parking $25.00 per vehicle (paved lot)
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 21 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
Venue Presale : Thu, 20 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
https://www.facebook.com/events/2976502089203893/
Time
April 11, 2026 8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Music Center
Event Details
Live music at 19th Hole Sports Bar every Friday night (7-10pm) & Saturday night (8-11pm). No cover charge. All ages welcome until 9pm each night.
Event Details
Live music at 19th Hole Sports Bar every Friday night (7-10pm) & Saturday night (8-11pm). No cover charge. All ages welcome until 9pm each night.
Event calendar with musicians & other special events (euchre night, etc): https://www.saltcreekgolf.com/upcoming-events
Time
April 11, 2026 8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
19th Hole Sports Bar at Salt Creek Golf Retreat, 2359 IN-46 East, Nashville, IN 47448, USA
Event Details
Join a park naturalist for a short guided hike at Strahl Lake. Learn how to spot morels, the rules for hunting and keeping them in the park, and what you
Event Details
Join a park naturalist for a short guided hike at Strahl Lake. Learn how to spot morels, the rules for hunting and keeping them in the park, and what you might use them for. Keep your eyes on the ground as we look for wildflowers and mushrooms to identify. The section of Trail 6 around the lake is half a mile, with some more off trail hiking. There are some slopes and uneven surfaces. Close toed shoes are recommended.
Time
April 12, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Strahl Lake
12apr11:30 amChess Competition11:30 am(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Weekly chess competition at Gyros 2 Nashville – every Sunday, 11:30am-4pm. https://www.facebook.com/not.just.gyros.nashville
Event Details
Weekly chess competition at Gyros 2 Nashville – every Sunday, 11:30am-4pm.
https://www.facebook.com/not.just.gyros.nashville

Time
April 12, 2026 11:30 am(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Join a park naturalist for a peek at spring wildflowers! We will look around the Nature Center gardens and the the woods around the Nature Center. Most of the gardens are
Event Details
Join a park naturalist for a peek at spring wildflowers!
We will look around the Nature Center gardens and the the woods around the Nature Center. Most of the gardens are accessible by sidewalk or gravel paths.
Time
April 12, 2026 2:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Nature Center
Event Details
We need your voice. The STEAMery is turning the historic sock factory building at the Beamery in Helmsburg into a hands-on STEAM lab and cultural tourism hub with seven studios
Event Details
We need your voice.
The STEAMery is turning the historic sock factory building at the Beamery in Helmsburg into a hands-on STEAM lab and cultural tourism hub with seven studios and labs. Before we finalize our plans, we want to hear from the community.
Join us Sunday, April 12, 6-7:30 PM at @Brown County Inn for an informal input session. Tell us what programming you’d use, what would make it accessible, and what Brown County needs most from this space.
No tickets. No cost. Just your ideas.
Bring a friend. Share this post. See you there.
www.thesteamery.org
https://www.facebook.com/events/4352934171617626/
Time
April 12, 2026 6:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Inn
51 State Road 46 E
Event Details
Come to the Nature Center for an up close and personal look at one of Indiana’s native snakes! Learn about their unique traits, the threats they face, and how snakes
Event Details
Come to the Nature Center for an up close and personal look at one of Indiana’s native snakes! Learn about their unique traits, the threats they face, and how snakes affect your life! Participants may pet the snake at the end of the program. Please be aware this program involves a live animal.
Time
April 13, 2026 3:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Nature Center
Event Details
Homeschool Day at Happy Hollow invites families to experience a full day of outdoor learning, hands‑on exploration, and connection with other homeschoolers. Kids will spend the day discovering our wooded
Event Details
Homeschool Day at Happy Hollow invites families to experience a full day of outdoor learning, hands‑on exploration, and connection with other homeschoolers. Kids will spend the day discovering our wooded camp, building confidence, and developing practical skills through guided activities and free‑play moments in nature.
LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE: https://www.happyhollowcamp.org/events/homeschool-day-1
https://www.facebook.com/events/1589874765660614/
Time
April 14, 2026 9:30 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
3049 Happy Hollow Rd, Nashville, IN 47448-8804, United States
Event Details
Join us this month in discussing The Seven Dials Mystery by Agatha Christie. https://www.facebook.com/events/1479806543765688/
Event Details
Join us this month in discussing The Seven Dials Mystery by Agatha Christie.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1479806543765688/
Time
April 14, 2026 6:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
76 1/2 East Main Street, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
15apr7:30 pmMaren Morris: The Dreamsicle TourBrown County Music Center7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
$1 from every ticket will be donated to No Kid Hungry https://www.nokidhungry.org/ $1 from every ticket will be donated to No Kid Hungry https://www.nokidhungry.org/ Doors Open 1.5 hours before event
Event Details
$1 from every ticket will be donated to No Kid Hungry https://www.nokidhungry.org/ $1 from every ticket will be donated to No Kid Hungry https://www.nokidhungry.org/ Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level// General parking $10.00 per vehicle (gravel lot)// Preferred parking $25.00 per vehicle (paved lot)
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 7 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
Maren Morris Lunatics Presale : Wed, 5 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
Venue Presale : Thu, 6 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
VIP Packages Presale : Wed, 5 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
VIP Packages Onsale : Fri, 7 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
https://www.facebook.com/events/2105369213551626/
Time
April 15, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Music Center
Event Details
Join us for a film by documentary filmmaker Samuel Orr. The Natural Heritage of Indiana is based on Marion Jackson’s book of the same title. Take an in depth look
Event Details
Join us for a film by documentary filmmaker Samuel Orr. The Natural Heritage of Indiana is based on Marion Jackson’s book of the same title. Take an in depth look at Indiana’s natural beauty, with interesting information and fantastic cinemotography. The film will last about an hour. Today is Part III: Life on Land.
Time
April 16, 2026 2:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Nature Center
Event Details
Join us this month in discussing The Raven Scholar by Antonia Hodgson. We will also be discussing last month’s pick, Wild Reverence by Rebecca Ross. https://www.facebook.com/events/1645498560078501/
Event Details
Join us this month in discussing The Raven Scholar by Antonia Hodgson. We will also be discussing last month’s pick, Wild Reverence by Rebecca Ross.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1645498560078501/
Time
April 16, 2026 6:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
76 1/2 East Main Street, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
Event Details
Join a park naturalist and view a 1940s era advertisement for Indiana State Parks! Learn about the mission of Indiana State Parks, see highlights of some of our famous locations,
Event Details
Join a park naturalist and view a 1940s era advertisement for Indiana State Parks! Learn about the mission of Indiana State Parks, see highlights of some of our famous locations, and learn how as our understanding of our resources changes, so must our policies and practices! The program and video lasts 30 minutes total.
Time
April 17, 2026 11:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Nature Center
17apr6:00 pmSpring Karaoke at the WineryCountry Heritage Winery - Nashville6:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
🎤✨ SPRING KARAOKE NIGHT IS HERE! ✨🎤 We’re bringing the party back to Country Heritage Winery and this one is going to be SO much fun 🌸🍷 Join us for a night
Event Details
🎤✨ SPRING KARAOKE NIGHT IS HERE! ✨🎤
We’re bringing the party back to Country Heritage Winery and this one is going to be SO much fun 🌸🍷
Join us for a night of singing, laughter, and good vibes with Knockout Karaoke with Keith & Kim 🎶💃
📅 Friday, April 17th
⏰ 6–9 PM
📍 Country Heritage Winery
Whether you’re a seasoned singer or just want to grab a drink and enjoy the show — this night is for YOU!
🍷 Great wine
🎤 Your favorite songs
😂 Good times with great people
Grab your friends, pick your songs, and come hang out with us! We can’t wait to see everyone 🎉
👉 Your voice. Your song. Your night.
#KnockoutKaraoke #CountryHeritageWinery #KaraokeNight #SpringVibes #SingWithUs
https://www.facebook.com/events/1471733757753017/
Time
April 17, 2026 6:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Country Heritage Winery - Nashville
Event Details
Live music at 19th Hole Sports Bar every Friday night (7-10pm) & Saturday night (8-11pm). No cover charge. All ages welcome until 9pm each night.
Event Details
Live music at 19th Hole Sports Bar every Friday night (7-10pm) & Saturday night (8-11pm). No cover charge. All ages welcome until 9pm each night.
Event calendar with musicians & other special events (euchre night, etc): https://www.saltcreekgolf.com/upcoming-events
Time
April 17, 2026 7:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
19th Hole Sports Bar at Salt Creek Golf Retreat, 2359 IN-46 East, Nashville, IN 47448, USA
Event Details
NIGHT MOVES delivers a remarkable recreation of Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Band, drawing heavily from the legendary Live Bullet and Nine Tonight albums. A Midwest—and now national—headliner with
Event Details
NIGHT MOVES delivers a remarkable recreation of Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Band, drawing heavily from the legendary Live Bullet and Nine Tonight albums. A Midwest—and now national—headliner with rave reviews everywhere they play.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1974493710129441/
Time
April 17, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
70 S Van Buren St, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
17apr7:30 pmBrothers Of The HeartBrown County Music Center7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level//
Event Details
Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level// General parking $10.00 per vehicle (gravel lot)// Preferred parking $25.00 per vehicle (paved lot)
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 23 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AM
https://www.facebook.com/events/1950674755829830/
Time
April 17, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Music Center
17apr8:00 pmLive music at BCIBrown County Inn, 51 IN-46, Nashville, IN 47448, USA8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Live music every Friday & Saturday, 8-11pm https://www.facebook.com/bcmusicservices https://www.facebook.com/browncountyinn
Event Details
Live music every Friday & Saturday, 8-11pm
Time
April 17, 2026 8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Inn, 51 IN-46, Nashville, IN 47448, USA
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
18apr3:00 amSounds of Simon and GarfunkelBrown County Playhouse3:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
#BrownCountyPlayhouse #NashvilleIndiana #BrownCountyIndiana #LiveMusicIndiana #BCPlayhouse #NashvilleIN #BrownCountyLive #BrownCountyArts #BrownCountyEntertainment #NashvilleIndianaMusicScene https://app.opendate.io/e/sounds-of-simon-and-garfunkel-april-18-2026-651632 https://www.facebook.com/events/1620156049056961/
Event Details
#BrownCountyPlayhouse
#NashvilleIndiana
#BrownCountyIndiana
#LiveMusicIndiana
#BCPlayhouse
#NashvilleIN
#BrownCountyLive
#BrownCountyArts
#BrownCountyEntertainment
#NashvilleIndianaMusicScene
https://app.opendate.io/e/sounds-of-simon-and-garfunkel-april-18-2026-651632
https://www.facebook.com/events/1620156049056961/
Time
April 18, 2026 3:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Playhouse
18apr9:30 amEarth Day Gathering61 W Main St, Nashville, IN9:30 am(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Gather with us to celebrate the Earth, community and connection. Join us April 18th. 9:30 AM – Welcome in the Studio Local Nature Walk – weather permitting Earth-Inspired
Event Details
Gather with us to celebrate the Earth, community and connection. Join us April 18th.
9:30 AM – Welcome in the Studio
Local Nature Walk – weather permitting
Earth-Inspired Yoga Flow
Outdoor Session – weather permitting or in the studio.
Terrarium Creation Workshop with Mossy Rock
Create Your Own Living Ecosystem
Tap into your creativity with a Terrarium Creation Workshop
• Moss, stones, and plants
• Learn simple care techniques
• Take home your Earth-inspired creation
Optional Brunch (Not Included in Registration)
https://www.facebook.com/events/1290928199727131/
Time
April 18, 2026 9:30 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
61 W Main St, Nashville, IN
Event Details
✨ We’re officially reopening… and you’re invited! ✨ After weeks of hard work, late nights, and lots of love poured into our new space, we are SO excited to welcome you
Event Details
✨ We’re officially reopening… and you’re invited! ✨
After weeks of hard work, late nights, and lots of love poured into our new space, we are SO excited to welcome you back to Kicks & Giggles Children’s Boutique 🤍
Come celebrate our Grand Reopening and be one of the first to shop our refreshed store filled with the sweetest spring styles for your littles!
https://www.facebook.com/events/25263687783241024/
Time
April 18, 2026 10:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
75 S Jefferson St, Nashville, IN
Event Details
Join a park naturalist for a presentation and discussion of backyard bird feeding. When should you feed and what should you feed them? What type of feeders are best
Event Details
Join a park naturalist for a presentation and discussion of backyard bird feeding. When should you feed and what should you feed them? What type of feeders are best and where should you place them? Why do we feed them, and do we “need” to? Find out answers to these questions and more, then view birds for yourself out the Wildlife Window at the Nature Center!
Time
April 18, 2026 11:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Nature Center
Event Details
https://www.ferghouse.com/gallery-1 https://www.facebook.com/fergusonhousebistro
Time
April 18, 2026 1:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
The Ferguson House Bistro, 78 Franklin St, Nashville, IN 47448, USA
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
18apr7:30 pmSounds of Simon and GarfunkelBrown County Playhouse7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Sounds of Simon and Garfunkel
Event Details
https://www.facebook.com/events/1706472924135722/
Time
April 18, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Playhouse
Event Details
Sounds of Simon & Garfunkel is an authentic tribute to the best-selling duo of all time. Award-winning musicians Jeff Jablonski and Jeff Radi deliver spot-on harmonies and timeless hits, including
Event Details
Sounds of Simon & Garfunkel is an authentic tribute to the best-selling duo of all time. Award-winning musicians Jeff Jablonski and Jeff Radi deliver spot-on harmonies and timeless hits, including favorites from Paul Simon’s solo career. Don’t miss this unforgettable performance that brings the magic and nostalgia of Simon & Garfunkel to life.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1207705237352252/
Time
April 18, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
70 S Van Buren St, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
18apr8:00 pmLive music at BCIBrown County Inn, 51 IN-46, Nashville, IN 47448, USA8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Live music every Friday & Saturday, 8-11pm https://www.facebook.com/bcmusicservices https://www.facebook.com/browncountyinn
Event Details
Live music every Friday & Saturday, 8-11pm
Time
April 18, 2026 8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Inn, 51 IN-46, Nashville, IN 47448, USA
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
Event Details
Live music at 19th Hole Sports Bar every Friday night (7-10pm) & Saturday night (8-11pm). No cover charge. All ages welcome until 9pm each night.
Event Details
Live music at 19th Hole Sports Bar every Friday night (7-10pm) & Saturday night (8-11pm). No cover charge. All ages welcome until 9pm each night.
Event calendar with musicians & other special events (euchre night, etc): https://www.saltcreekgolf.com/upcoming-events
Time
April 18, 2026 8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
19th Hole Sports Bar at Salt Creek Golf Retreat, 2359 IN-46 East, Nashville, IN 47448, USA
Event Details
Join a park naturalist for a short guided hike at Strahl Lake. Learn how to spot morels, the rules for hunting and keeping them in the park, and what you
Event Details
Join a park naturalist for a short guided hike at Strahl Lake. Learn how to spot morels, the rules for hunting and keeping them in the park, and what you might use them for. Keep your eyes on the ground as we look for wildflowers and mushrooms to identify. The section of Trail 6 around the lake is half a mile, with some more off trail hiking. There are some slopes and uneven surfaces. Close toed shoes are recommended.
Time
April 19, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Strahl Lake
19apr11:30 amChess Competition11:30 am(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Weekly chess competition at Gyros 2 Nashville – every Sunday, 11:30am-4pm. https://www.facebook.com/not.just.gyros.nashville
Event Details
Weekly chess competition at Gyros 2 Nashville – every Sunday, 11:30am-4pm.
https://www.facebook.com/not.just.gyros.nashville

Time
April 19, 2026 11:30 am(GMT-04:00)
19apr1:00 pmSPOT Rabies ClinicBrown County Music Center1:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
A drive-thru rabies vaccination clinic for Brown County dogs and cats, with a goal to vaccinate 500 pets. $10 for yearly and rabies vaccine combined (or $10 each) $5 microchipping.
Event Details
A drive-thru rabies vaccination clinic for Brown County dogs and cats, with a goal to vaccinate 500 pets.
$10 for yearly and rabies vaccine combined (or $10 each)
$5 microchipping.
CASH ONLY.
Held rain or shine. All dogs must be leashed, and cats must be in a secure cat carrier. Limited to Brown County residents only. First-come, first-served basis.
For questions, call 812-703-0797.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2009140542992917/
Time
April 19, 2026 1:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Music Center
Event Details
After 25 continuous years of hosting our beloved annual Victorian Tea, paused during the pandemic, the Brown County Art Gallery is proud to bring this tradition back one last time
Event Details
After 25 continuous years of hosting our beloved annual Victorian Tea, paused during the pandemic, the Brown County Art Gallery is proud to bring this tradition back one last time with a very special Centennial Tea, celebrating 100 years of the Gallery (founded in 1926).
Guests will enjoy an elegant tea service featuring an assortment of delicious tea fare, a special favor, door prizes, and a raffle, including a beautiful painting by Gallery artist Jodie Friend.
The afternoon will also include a one-act play, “Selma and the Painter,” performed by Broadway actress Jill Tasker, telling the beautiful love story of renowned artist T.C. Steele and the woman behind his legendary career.
✨ This promises to be a memorable and meaningful celebration of art, history, and tradition.
Reservations are required.
💲 $50 per person
For more information or to reserve your spot, visit
👉 https://browncountyartgallery.org/
or call 812-988-4609
https://www.facebook.com/events/2617850075252325/
Time
April 19, 2026 1:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
1 Artist Dr, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
Event Details
Join a park naturalist for a peek at spring wildflowers! We will look around the Nature Center gardens and the the woods around the Nature Center. Most of the gardens are
Event Details
Join a park naturalist for a peek at spring wildflowers!
We will look around the Nature Center gardens and the the woods around the Nature Center. Most of the gardens are accessible by sidewalk or gravel paths.
Time
April 19, 2026 2:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Nature Center
Event Details
Come to the Nature Center for an up close and personal look at one of Indiana’s native snakes! Learn about their unique traits, the threats they face, and how snakes
Event Details
Come to the Nature Center for an up close and personal look at one of Indiana’s native snakes! Learn about their unique traits, the threats they face, and how snakes affect your life! Participants may pet the snake at the end of the program. Please be aware this program involves a live animal.
Time
April 20, 2026 3:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Nature Center
22apr7:30 pmThe Kenny Wayne Shepherd BandBrown County Music Center7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level//
Event Details
Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level// General parking $10.00 per vehicle (gravel lot)// Preferred parking $25.00 per vehicle (paved lot)
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 3 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Artist Presale : Wed, 1 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Venue Presale : Thu, 2 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
https://www.facebook.com/events/1963208751132617/
Time
April 22, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Music Center
Event Details
Join us for a film by documentary filmmaker Samuel Orr. The Natural Heritage of Indiana is based on Marion Jackson’s book of the same title. Take an in depth look
Event Details
Join us for a film by documentary filmmaker Samuel Orr. The Natural Heritage of Indiana is based on Marion Jackson’s book of the same title. Take an in depth look at Indiana’s natural beauty, with interesting information and fantastic cinemotography. The film will last about an hour. Today is Part IV: A Changing Landscape.
Time
April 23, 2026 2:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Nature Center
23apr7:30 pmTrace Adkins: 30th Anniversary TourBrown County Music Center7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level//
Event Details
Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level// General parking $10.00 per vehicle (gravel lot)// Preferred parking $25.00 per vehicle (paved lot)
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 19 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
Artist Presale : Tue, 16 Dec 2025 at 11:00 AM
Promoter Presale : Wed, 17 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
VIP Packages Presale : Tue, 16 Dec 2025 at 11:00 AM
VIP Packages Onsale : Fri, 19 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
https://www.facebook.com/events/1429977968551858/
Time
April 23, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Music Center
Event Details
𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗬 (𝟰𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹) 𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙧𝙤𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨, 𝙄𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙖 𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡𝗟𝗢𝗔𝗗 𝗔 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 (𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗬 𝗧𝗢 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗) 𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗬 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘 𝗔𝗧 tinyurl.com/2026forayschedule Programs are free and do
Event Details
𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗬 (𝟰𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹)
𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙧𝙤𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨, 𝙄𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙖
𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡𝗟𝗢𝗔𝗗 𝗔 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 (𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗬 𝗧𝗢 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗) 𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗬 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘 𝗔𝗧 tinyurl.com/2026forayschedule
Programs are free and do not require registration, unless otherwise noted. However, Brown County State Park does charge a daily entrance fee.
𝗠𝗮𝗽 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: bit.ly/springwildflowerforay-map
𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁!
tinyurl.com/2026foraychecklist
𝘕𝘖 𝘏𝘈𝘙𝘋 𝘊𝘖𝘗𝘐𝘌𝘚 𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘰𝘯-𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘦; 𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘸𝘯.
**** 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗠 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘 ****
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
7:00 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙎𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙈𝙞𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝘽𝙞𝙧𝙙 𝙒𝙖𝙡𝙠
Cathy Meyer will lead a 1 ¾-hour EASY bird walk in Yellowwood State Forest to start the weekend. New species arrive almost every day in late April, including warblers, vireos, and tanagers. We will view the birds along the lake and then go on a short hike on the Jackson Creek Trail. Loaner binoculars available.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Yellowwood Lake, parking lot at north end
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
9:15 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙛𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙩 𝙎𝙚𝙡𝙢𝙖 𝙎𝙩𝙚𝙚𝙡𝙚 𝘼
Wildflower author Kay Yatskievych’s signature hike will be led by Mary Damm and Jill Vance, Monroe Lake interpretive naturalist. This is a 2 ½ to 3-hour MODERATE wildflower walk in and around this state nature preserve.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: T.C. Steele S.H.S., parking lot
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
9:15 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙛𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙩 𝙎𝙚𝙡𝙢𝙖 𝙎𝙩𝙚𝙚𝙡𝙚 𝘽
Tom Swinford, an ecologist and Land Preservation Director for Sycamore Land Trust, and naturalist Cathy Meyer will lead a 3-hour RUGGED wildflower walk around this state nature preserve.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: T.C. Steele S.H.S., parking lot
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
10:00 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙅𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙮 𝙩𝙤 𝙆𝙚𝙡𝙥 𝙑𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙖𝙜𝙚
Adventure with Brown County State Park’s naturalist, Eli Major, and naturalist David Mow on a MODERATE 2-hour trek (about 4.5 mi) to the site of an old village dating back to the late 1800s. Add new and amazing flowers to your list, as we locate old home sites using plants and flowers, some planted by the early settlers.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County State Park, Strahl Lake
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
1:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝘽𝙪𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙩 𝘼𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙨 𝘾𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙠
Jeff Belth, author of Butterflies of Indiana: A Field Guide, and naturalist Sandy Belth will lead a 2-hour MODERATE walk to identify butterflies and larval host plants important to these “flying flowers.”
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Allens Creek S.R.A.
𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝟮𝟬 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲; registration required by 12 p.m. on April 23 at tinyurl.com/2026foray
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
1:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙒𝙚𝙚𝙙 𝙒𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙡𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙛𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙨
Show your love for native plants by removing one of their enemies: invasive garlic mustard! Join Brown County State Park’s naturalist, Eli Major, for a Brown County Native Woodlands Project Weed Wrangle Indiana® workday. This is a national event that highlights the need for hands-on invasive species management. Wear clothes for work: gloves, long pants and sturdy, closed-toe shoes.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S.P., Strahl Lake
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
3:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙆𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙁𝙖𝙧𝙢 𝙏𝙧𝙚𝙠
Wildflowers and wildlife abound at the Kent Farm unit of the IU Research & Teaching Preserves. Join local naturalist Mark Sheehan for a RUGGED 3-hour, 3-mile loop through rich Salt Creek bottomland, up a wooded ridge crowned with chestnut oak, and back.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Kent Farm Preserve (8475 E. Kent Road, Bloomington)
𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝟭𝟱 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲; registration required by 12 p.m. on April 23 at tinyurl.com/2026foray
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
3:30 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙃𝙤𝙩 𝙃𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙨, 𝘾𝙤𝙤𝙡 𝙑𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙮𝙨
Search for wildflowers, ferns and fascinating fungi (edible and otherwise) as you explore ridge tops and valleys with naturalist David Mow on this 2-hour, MODERATE hike through the northern section of the park.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S.P., Saddle Barn (parking lot)
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
8:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙎𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙎𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜
Enjoy a 1-hour EASY walk with Cathy Meyer and Monroe County Parks and Recreation naturalist Jacob Trusty to listen to frogs, woodcock, and other wildlife, as we wander the trails at Flatwoods Park.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Flatwoods Park
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
8:00 𝙖.𝙢. 𝘽𝙞𝙧𝙙 𝙃𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙖𝙩 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙉𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙚
Join Randy Jones from the Indiana Audubon Society for a 2.5-hour EASY birding stroll through part of this 138-acre nature preserve in search of birds. Waterproof boots are recommended, as standing water is common in the wetland habitat area. Bring binoculars.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Stone Head Nature Preserve, intersection of S.R. 135 & Bellsville Pike, Nashville
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
9:30 𝙖.𝙢. 𝘾𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙠 𝙒𝙖𝙡𝙠
Join “Moment of Science” radio personality Don Glass and naturalist and illustrator Gillian Harris for a 2.5-hour EASY-MODERATE walk along a stream in the Schooner Valley to identify a variety of wildflowers that flourish in the valley.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S.P., Ogle Lake
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
10:30 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙩𝙤 12 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙛𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧 𝘾𝙧𝙖𝙛𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜
Drop by to join Monroe Lake naturalist Ella Harris for some fun and creative wildflower crafting! You’ll roll paper beads and combine them with colorful buttons to create flower magnets inspired by native spring wildflowers. Craft is appropriate for adults and most children ages 10 and up. Arrive no later than 11:30 a.m. to ensure enough time to complete the craft.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S.P., Nature Center
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
11 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙩𝙤 4 𝙥.𝙢. 𝘼𝙧𝙩𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙀𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙝 𝘿𝙖𝙮
Welcome springtime on a self-guided walk through the gardens and grounds of T.C. Steele State Historic Site. Artists are invited to work en plein air (outdoors) as T.C. Steele once did. Sidney Bolam will also offer a limestone carving demo from 12 to 2 p.m.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: T.C. Steele S.H.S.
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
1:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙 𝙃𝙮𝙖𝙘𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙝 𝙃𝙞𝙠𝙚
Biological Science Technician Jason Isbell will lead a 2-hour RUGGED, off-trail hike along a unique limestone ridge in the Charles C. Deam Wilderness Area looking for wild hyacinths.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Paynetown S.R.A., Main Office – park behind building (caravan/carpool to hike start)
𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝟵 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲; registration required by 12 p.m. on April 23 at tinyurl.com/2026foray
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
2:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙊𝙜𝙡𝙚 𝙃𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙤𝙬 𝙃𝙞𝙠𝙚
Ogle Hollow Nature Preserve is one of the richest coves in Brown County, with a profusion of wildflowers, ferns and the rare yellowwood tree. Brown County State Park’s naturalist, Eli Major, and naturalist David Mow will lead a 2-hour MODERATE hike into the hollow, identifying plants and migrating songbirds.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S. P., Ogle Hollow Nature Preserve / Trail #5 (parking lot)
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
4:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙀𝙣𝙩𝙤𝙢𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩 𝙏𝙞𝙘𝙠 𝙏𝙖𝙡𝙠
Join Jeanette McGavic, a medical entomologist with the Indiana Department of Health, for a 1-hr discussion of tick-borne diseases in Indiana. You’ll learn how to avoid tick bites, check for ticks, and safely remove one that has attached. Attendees will receive Tick ID Cards and get a guided tour of the IDOH’s Tick Dashboard.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County State Park, Nature Center – Program Room
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
7:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙖𝙮 𝙎𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩 & 𝙎𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣: “𝘽𝙚𝙖𝙣𝙗𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙢 𝘽𝙤𝙩𝙩𝙤𝙢𝙨: 𝘼 𝙇𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝘽𝙪𝙞𝙡𝙩 𝙗𝙮 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮”
Join your fellow Forayers for this year’s species count, plus a program presented by Tom Swinford, Land Preservation Director with Sycamore Land Trust… Beanblossom is a place where land and water works together. What was once farmed and altered ground has been restored into wetlands and forests, supporting plants and wildlife and improving water quality. During this visual presentation on the restoration and conservation of Beanblossom Bottoms, Tom shares how this project has come together through a lot of local effort, support, and care for the land.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S. P., Nature Center
𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟲
10:30 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙 𝙀𝙙𝙞𝙗𝙡𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙐𝙨𝙚𝙛𝙪𝙡 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙨
Ramble, roam, and wander with naturalist Jules Erwin at the flora found in T.C. and Selma Steele’s gorgeous forest. We’ll saunter and stop to check out wild plants that are edible or just plain useful. This 1-mile, 1-hour MODERATE hike is perfect for beginners and enthusiasts.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: T.C. Steele S.H.S., Singing Winds Visitor Center
𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟲
9:30 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙋𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙒𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙍𝙖𝙢𝙗𝙡𝙚
This Sycamore Land Trust preserve features carpets of wildflowers beneath large oaks and hickories, sinkholes, and interesting rock outcroppings. Join naturalist and illustrator Gillian Harris and Tom Swinford, ecologist and Land Preservation Director for Sycamore Land Trust, for a 2 ½-hour MODERATE hike.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Porter West Nature Preserve
𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟲
10:00 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙇𝙤𝙬 𝙂𝙖𝙥 𝘽𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙮
Join naturalist David Mow in a 3-hour RUGGED hike (about 2 miles) exploring Morgan-Monroe State Forest. The off-trail route will follow the creeks, skirting the Low Gap Nature Preserve. There are several creek crossings, so appropriate footwear is a must.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Morgan-Monroe State Forest, Backcountry Area Parking Lot on Low Gap Road
𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟲
1:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙒𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨
Explore the Hayes Trail in the Deam Wilderness with Biological Science Technician Jason Isbell and Hoosier National Forest Interpreter Summer McDuffee. Bring snacks and water for this 4-hour RUGGED hike.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Paynetown S.R.A., Main Office – park behind building (caravan/carpool to hike start)
𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝟴 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲; registration required by 12 p.m. on April 23 at tinyurl.com/2026foray
𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟲
1:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙎𝙖𝙡𝙩 𝘾𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙠 𝙎𝙖𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧
Join Brown County State Park’s naturalist, Eli Major, for a 1-hour EASY and ADA accessible walk along Salt Creek. Identify wildflowers and plants, as we discuss streamside ecology and land management. Learn about the Salt Creek Trail and its future – which will connect Nashville with Brown County State Park.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S.P., Pool
𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟲
1:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙋𝙤𝙚𝙩𝙧𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙨
Explore the written word with naturalist Jules Erwin, as we take a writer’s ramble to hear and share examples of the poetry of plants and do some writing of our own during a 1.5-hour gentle hike of about 1 mile. Bring your favorite pen and notebook, and a quote or passage to share in this relaxing and meditative look at the place plants hold in literature.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: T.C. Steele S.H.S., Singing Winds Visitor Center
𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝟭𝟬 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲; registration required by 12 p.m. on April 23 at tinyurl.com/2026foray
𝗔𝗗𝗗𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗜𝗡𝗙𝗢
The Spring Wildflower Foray is presented in honor of Kay Yatskievich, botanist and author of Indiana Wildflowers, who presented its signature “Wildflowers of Selma Steele” hike and tracked the wildflower species count for decades.
2026 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙞𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙚
Mary Damm, Andrea deTarnowsky, Gillian Harris, Jules Erwin, Jason Isbell, Eli Major, Summer McDuffee, Cathy Meyer, David Mow, Tom Swinford, Jacob Trusty, Jill Vance, and Cate Whetzel
𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙎𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙛𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙖𝙮 𝙞𝙨 𝙨𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙚𝙙* 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙧𝙚𝙙^ 𝙗𝙮…
*Brown County State Park
*Hoosier National Forest
*Indiana Division of Nature Preserves
*Monroe Lake
*I.U. Research & Teaching Preserves
*Monroe County Parks and Recreation
^Images Botanical
^Friends of Brown County S.P.
^Friends of T.C. Steele
*Sycamore Land Trust
^Sassafras Audubon Society
*IU Research & Teaching Preserves
^Indiana Native Plant Society (SC Chapter)
^T.C. Steele State Historic Site
𝗥𝗘𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦
April 25: Building Tour (10:15 a.m., 1:15 & 3:15 p.m. $7-$12/person) and Teddy Bears’ Picnic (1-2 p.m., $4/child, limited to 10) at T.C. Steele State Historic State. Info and registration at indianamuseum.org/programs/arts-of-the-earth-day-teddy-bears-picnic
May 4: Flora Field Day at Monroe Lake (repeats first week of each month through Oct.); practice wildflower ID skills with a naturalist, info and registration at bit.ly/monroelakecalendar
May 1 and May 6: Volunteer workdays (9 a.m. to 12 p.m.) at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. Landscaping with native perennial plant plugs to improve urban wildlife habitat and promote native plants around the DNR Building, info and registration at cerv.is/0064×3399
https://www.facebook.com/events/2002028513674494/
Time
April 24, 2026 9:30 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
T. C. Steele State Historic Site
Event Details
Spring is here and it’s time for the annual Friends of the Library Plant Sale! Featuring a wide variety of landscaping plants, including native varieties, you are sure to find
Event Details
Spring is here and it’s time for the annual Friends of the Library Plant Sale! Featuring a wide variety of landscaping plants, including native varieties, you are sure to find something to add to your home.Brown County Soil and Water will also be giving away free tree saplings, while they last.The sale will be held RAIN OR SHINE under the solar panels in the lower parking lot at the end of East Gould StreetCash, check or card acceptedNo pre-salesAll proceeds support Friends of the Library projects to benefit the Brown County Public Library
Time
April 24, 2026 2:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
205 Locust Lane Nashville IN 47448
205 Locust Lane Nashville IN 47448
Event Details
Be among the first to experience our Wheated Bourbon Mizunara Barrel Finish Reserve before the official release on May 9th. At the Cask & Still Social, immerse yourself in the world
Event Details
Be among the first to experience our Wheated Bourbon Mizunara Barrel Finish Reserve before the official release on May 9th.
At the Cask & Still Social, immerse yourself in the world of exceptional whiskey, delectable food, and engaging conversation with whiskey experts for $60. Enjoy a laid-back, welcoming atmosphere as you connect with fellow enthusiasts and savor the rich flavors of Sweet Mash Whiskeys with signature cocktails and a curated selection of samples.
This 2.5-hour event will feature whiskey tasting stations, passed appetizers, and the opportunity to deepen your knowledge of the Hard Truth brand through expert-led discussions. Meet our brand ambassadors and talented staff who, will guide you through each tasting experience, providing insights into the artistry behind each whiskey expression.
Whether you’re a connoisseur or new to whiskey, this event promises an unforgettable evening. Limited spots are available — secure your place today!
https://www.facebook.com/events/2485154485234498/
Time
April 24, 2026 6:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
418 Old SR 46, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
Event Details
Live music at 19th Hole Sports Bar every Friday night (7-10pm) & Saturday night (8-11pm). No cover charge. All ages welcome until 9pm each night.
Event Details
Live music at 19th Hole Sports Bar every Friday night (7-10pm) & Saturday night (8-11pm). No cover charge. All ages welcome until 9pm each night.
Event calendar with musicians & other special events (euchre night, etc): https://www.saltcreekgolf.com/upcoming-events
Time
April 24, 2026 7:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
19th Hole Sports Bar at Salt Creek Golf Retreat, 2359 IN-46 East, Nashville, IN 47448, USA
24apr7:00 pmKaraoke Night at the Tap HouseFirebird Tap House7:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Get ready for a night full of music, laughs, and nonstop fun! We’re bringing the energy back to Firebird and you don’t want to miss it! 📍 Firebird Tap House 📅
Event Details
Get ready for a night full of music, laughs, and nonstop fun! We’re bringing the energy back to Firebird and you don’t want to miss it!
📍 Firebird Tap House
📅 Friday, April 24th
⏰ 7:00 – 10:00 PM
🎤 Hosted by Knockout Karaoke with Keith & Kim
Whether you’re a rockstar on the mic or just here for a good time, this is your night to shine! Grab your friends, pick your favorite songs, and let’s turn it into a party!
🔥 What’s waiting for you:
🍺 Ice cold beer
🍗 Amazing BBQ
🎶 All your favorite hits
🎤 Fun, laid-back, no judgment vibes
Sing it loud, cheer each other on, and enjoy a great night out with amazing people!
🎶 Good music. Great food. Even better company. 🎶
We’ll see you at the Tap House! 🔥🍻
https://www.facebook.com/events/1478783700279861/
Time
April 24, 2026 7:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Firebird Tap House
24apr7:30 pmJOHN PRIMER & THE REAL DEAL BLUES BANDBrown County Playhouse7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
John Primer & The Real Deal Blues Band bring their REAL DEAL CHICAGO BLUES back to the playhouse! Get your tickets NOW! https://www.facebook.com/events/1838013473714623/
Event Details
John Primer & The Real Deal Blues Band bring their REAL DEAL CHICAGO BLUES back to the playhouse! Get your tickets NOW!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1838013473714623/
Time
April 24, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Playhouse
Event Details
The Brown County Playhouse in Nashville, Indiana, welcomes blues icons John Primer & The Real Deal Blues Band with special guests Paul Holdman and Gordon Bonham. As a young man, guitarist,
Event Details
The Brown County Playhouse in Nashville, Indiana, welcomes blues icons John Primer & The Real Deal Blues Band with special guests Paul Holdman and Gordon Bonham.
As a young man, guitarist, vocalist, and bandleader John Primer learned Chicago blues with the masters. Primer performed regularly with legends such as Muddy Waters, Willie Dixon, and was a long-term band leader for Magic Slim & The Teardrops. Primer is one of the few truly-authentic Chicago bluesmen touring and recording today. He was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame in 2023.
Primer’s long list of honors and accolades speak to his experience and reputation for engaging a live audience, including: Three-time Grammy® Award nominee; Blues Artist of the Year — Living Blues critic’s poll award; Traditional Blues Artist of the Year — Blues Music Award; Lifetime Achievement Award, Live Album of the Year, and Traditional Blues Album of the Year — Blues Blast Awards
https://www.facebook.com/events/24267606009602985/
Time
April 24, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
70 S Van Buren St, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
24apr8:00 pmLive music at BCIBrown County Inn, 51 IN-46, Nashville, IN 47448, USA8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Live music every Friday & Saturday, 8-11pm https://www.facebook.com/bcmusicservices https://www.facebook.com/browncountyinn
Event Details
Live music every Friday & Saturday, 8-11pm
Time
April 24, 2026 8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Inn, 51 IN-46, Nashville, IN 47448, USA
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
Event Details
𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗬 (𝟰𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹) 𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙧𝙤𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨, 𝙄𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙖 𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡𝗟𝗢𝗔𝗗 𝗔 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 (𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗬 𝗧𝗢 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗) 𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗬 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘 𝗔𝗧 tinyurl.com/2026forayschedule Programs are free and do
Event Details
𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗬 (𝟰𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹)
𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙧𝙤𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨, 𝙄𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙖
𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡𝗟𝗢𝗔𝗗 𝗔 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 (𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗬 𝗧𝗢 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗) 𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗬 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘 𝗔𝗧 tinyurl.com/2026forayschedule
Programs are free and do not require registration, unless otherwise noted. However, Brown County State Park does charge a daily entrance fee.
𝗠𝗮𝗽 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: bit.ly/springwildflowerforay-map
𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁!
tinyurl.com/2026foraychecklist
𝘕𝘖 𝘏𝘈𝘙𝘋 𝘊𝘖𝘗𝘐𝘌𝘚 𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘰𝘯-𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘦; 𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘸𝘯.
**** 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗠 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘 ****
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
7:00 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙎𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙈𝙞𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝘽𝙞𝙧𝙙 𝙒𝙖𝙡𝙠
Cathy Meyer will lead a 1 ¾-hour EASY bird walk in Yellowwood State Forest to start the weekend. New species arrive almost every day in late April, including warblers, vireos, and tanagers. We will view the birds along the lake and then go on a short hike on the Jackson Creek Trail. Loaner binoculars available.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Yellowwood Lake, parking lot at north end
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
9:15 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙛𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙩 𝙎𝙚𝙡𝙢𝙖 𝙎𝙩𝙚𝙚𝙡𝙚 𝘼
Wildflower author Kay Yatskievych’s signature hike will be led by Mary Damm and Jill Vance, Monroe Lake interpretive naturalist. This is a 2 ½ to 3-hour MODERATE wildflower walk in and around this state nature preserve.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: T.C. Steele S.H.S., parking lot
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
9:15 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙛𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙩 𝙎𝙚𝙡𝙢𝙖 𝙎𝙩𝙚𝙚𝙡𝙚 𝘽
Tom Swinford, an ecologist and Land Preservation Director for Sycamore Land Trust, and naturalist Cathy Meyer will lead a 3-hour RUGGED wildflower walk around this state nature preserve.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: T.C. Steele S.H.S., parking lot
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
10:00 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙅𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙮 𝙩𝙤 𝙆𝙚𝙡𝙥 𝙑𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙖𝙜𝙚
Adventure with Brown County State Park’s naturalist, Eli Major, and naturalist David Mow on a MODERATE 2-hour trek (about 4.5 mi) to the site of an old village dating back to the late 1800s. Add new and amazing flowers to your list, as we locate old home sites using plants and flowers, some planted by the early settlers.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County State Park, Strahl Lake
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
1:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝘽𝙪𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙩 𝘼𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙨 𝘾𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙠
Jeff Belth, author of Butterflies of Indiana: A Field Guide, and naturalist Sandy Belth will lead a 2-hour MODERATE walk to identify butterflies and larval host plants important to these “flying flowers.”
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Allens Creek S.R.A.
𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝟮𝟬 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲; registration required by 12 p.m. on April 23 at tinyurl.com/2026foray
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
1:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙒𝙚𝙚𝙙 𝙒𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙡𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙛𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙨
Show your love for native plants by removing one of their enemies: invasive garlic mustard! Join Brown County State Park’s naturalist, Eli Major, for a Brown County Native Woodlands Project Weed Wrangle Indiana® workday. This is a national event that highlights the need for hands-on invasive species management. Wear clothes for work: gloves, long pants and sturdy, closed-toe shoes.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S.P., Strahl Lake
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
3:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙆𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙁𝙖𝙧𝙢 𝙏𝙧𝙚𝙠
Wildflowers and wildlife abound at the Kent Farm unit of the IU Research & Teaching Preserves. Join local naturalist Mark Sheehan for a RUGGED 3-hour, 3-mile loop through rich Salt Creek bottomland, up a wooded ridge crowned with chestnut oak, and back.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Kent Farm Preserve (8475 E. Kent Road, Bloomington)
𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝟭𝟱 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲; registration required by 12 p.m. on April 23 at tinyurl.com/2026foray
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
3:30 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙃𝙤𝙩 𝙃𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙨, 𝘾𝙤𝙤𝙡 𝙑𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙮𝙨
Search for wildflowers, ferns and fascinating fungi (edible and otherwise) as you explore ridge tops and valleys with naturalist David Mow on this 2-hour, MODERATE hike through the northern section of the park.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S.P., Saddle Barn (parking lot)
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
8:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙎𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙎𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜
Enjoy a 1-hour EASY walk with Cathy Meyer and Monroe County Parks and Recreation naturalist Jacob Trusty to listen to frogs, woodcock, and other wildlife, as we wander the trails at Flatwoods Park.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Flatwoods Park
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
8:00 𝙖.𝙢. 𝘽𝙞𝙧𝙙 𝙃𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙖𝙩 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙉𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙚
Join Randy Jones from the Indiana Audubon Society for a 2.5-hour EASY birding stroll through part of this 138-acre nature preserve in search of birds. Waterproof boots are recommended, as standing water is common in the wetland habitat area. Bring binoculars.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Stone Head Nature Preserve, intersection of S.R. 135 & Bellsville Pike, Nashville
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
9:30 𝙖.𝙢. 𝘾𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙠 𝙒𝙖𝙡𝙠
Join “Moment of Science” radio personality Don Glass and naturalist and illustrator Gillian Harris for a 2.5-hour EASY-MODERATE walk along a stream in the Schooner Valley to identify a variety of wildflowers that flourish in the valley.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S.P., Ogle Lake
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
10:30 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙩𝙤 12 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙛𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧 𝘾𝙧𝙖𝙛𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜
Drop by to join Monroe Lake naturalist Ella Harris for some fun and creative wildflower crafting! You’ll roll paper beads and combine them with colorful buttons to create flower magnets inspired by native spring wildflowers. Craft is appropriate for adults and most children ages 10 and up. Arrive no later than 11:30 a.m. to ensure enough time to complete the craft.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S.P., Nature Center
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
11 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙩𝙤 4 𝙥.𝙢. 𝘼𝙧𝙩𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙀𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙝 𝘿𝙖𝙮
Welcome springtime on a self-guided walk through the gardens and grounds of T.C. Steele State Historic Site. Artists are invited to work en plein air (outdoors) as T.C. Steele once did. Sidney Bolam will also offer a limestone carving demo from 12 to 2 p.m.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: T.C. Steele S.H.S.
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
1:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙 𝙃𝙮𝙖𝙘𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙝 𝙃𝙞𝙠𝙚
Biological Science Technician Jason Isbell will lead a 2-hour RUGGED, off-trail hike along a unique limestone ridge in the Charles C. Deam Wilderness Area looking for wild hyacinths.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Paynetown S.R.A., Main Office – park behind building (caravan/carpool to hike start)
𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝟵 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲; registration required by 12 p.m. on April 23 at tinyurl.com/2026foray
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
2:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙊𝙜𝙡𝙚 𝙃𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙤𝙬 𝙃𝙞𝙠𝙚
Ogle Hollow Nature Preserve is one of the richest coves in Brown County, with a profusion of wildflowers, ferns and the rare yellowwood tree. Brown County State Park’s naturalist, Eli Major, and naturalist David Mow will lead a 2-hour MODERATE hike into the hollow, identifying plants and migrating songbirds.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S. P., Ogle Hollow Nature Preserve / Trail #5 (parking lot)
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
4:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙀𝙣𝙩𝙤𝙢𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩 𝙏𝙞𝙘𝙠 𝙏𝙖𝙡𝙠
Join Jeanette McGavic, a medical entomologist with the Indiana Department of Health, for a 1-hr discussion of tick-borne diseases in Indiana. You’ll learn how to avoid tick bites, check for ticks, and safely remove one that has attached. Attendees will receive Tick ID Cards and get a guided tour of the IDOH’s Tick Dashboard.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County State Park, Nature Center – Program Room
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
7:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙖𝙮 𝙎𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩 & 𝙎𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣: “𝘽𝙚𝙖𝙣𝙗𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙢 𝘽𝙤𝙩𝙩𝙤𝙢𝙨: 𝘼 𝙇𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝘽𝙪𝙞𝙡𝙩 𝙗𝙮 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮”
Join your fellow Forayers for this year’s species count, plus a program presented by Tom Swinford, Land Preservation Director with Sycamore Land Trust… Beanblossom is a place where land and water works together. What was once farmed and altered ground has been restored into wetlands and forests, supporting plants and wildlife and improving water quality. During this visual presentation on the restoration and conservation of Beanblossom Bottoms, Tom shares how this project has come together through a lot of local effort, support, and care for the land.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S. P., Nature Center
𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟲
10:30 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙 𝙀𝙙𝙞𝙗𝙡𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙐𝙨𝙚𝙛𝙪𝙡 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙨
Ramble, roam, and wander with naturalist Jules Erwin at the flora found in T.C. and Selma Steele’s gorgeous forest. We’ll saunter and stop to check out wild plants that are edible or just plain useful. This 1-mile, 1-hour MODERATE hike is perfect for beginners and enthusiasts.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: T.C. Steele S.H.S., Singing Winds Visitor Center
𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟲
9:30 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙋𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙒𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙍𝙖𝙢𝙗𝙡𝙚
This Sycamore Land Trust preserve features carpets of wildflowers beneath large oaks and hickories, sinkholes, and interesting rock outcroppings. Join naturalist and illustrator Gillian Harris and Tom Swinford, ecologist and Land Preservation Director for Sycamore Land Trust, for a 2 ½-hour MODERATE hike.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Porter West Nature Preserve
𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟲
10:00 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙇𝙤𝙬 𝙂𝙖𝙥 𝘽𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙮
Join naturalist David Mow in a 3-hour RUGGED hike (about 2 miles) exploring Morgan-Monroe State Forest. The off-trail route will follow the creeks, skirting the Low Gap Nature Preserve. There are several creek crossings, so appropriate footwear is a must.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Morgan-Monroe State Forest, Backcountry Area Parking Lot on Low Gap Road
𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟲
1:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙒𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨
Explore the Hayes Trail in the Deam Wilderness with Biological Science Technician Jason Isbell and Hoosier National Forest Interpreter Summer McDuffee. Bring snacks and water for this 4-hour RUGGED hike.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Paynetown S.R.A., Main Office – park behind building (caravan/carpool to hike start)
𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝟴 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲; registration required by 12 p.m. on April 23 at tinyurl.com/2026foray
𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟲
1:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙎𝙖𝙡𝙩 𝘾𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙠 𝙎𝙖𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧
Join Brown County State Park’s naturalist, Eli Major, for a 1-hour EASY and ADA accessible walk along Salt Creek. Identify wildflowers and plants, as we discuss streamside ecology and land management. Learn about the Salt Creek Trail and its future – which will connect Nashville with Brown County State Park.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S.P., Pool
𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟲
1:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙋𝙤𝙚𝙩𝙧𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙨
Explore the written word with naturalist Jules Erwin, as we take a writer’s ramble to hear and share examples of the poetry of plants and do some writing of our own during a 1.5-hour gentle hike of about 1 mile. Bring your favorite pen and notebook, and a quote or passage to share in this relaxing and meditative look at the place plants hold in literature.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: T.C. Steele S.H.S., Singing Winds Visitor Center
𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝟭𝟬 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲; registration required by 12 p.m. on April 23 at tinyurl.com/2026foray
𝗔𝗗𝗗𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗜𝗡𝗙𝗢
The Spring Wildflower Foray is presented in honor of Kay Yatskievich, botanist and author of Indiana Wildflowers, who presented its signature “Wildflowers of Selma Steele” hike and tracked the wildflower species count for decades.
2026 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙞𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙚
Mary Damm, Andrea deTarnowsky, Gillian Harris, Jules Erwin, Jason Isbell, Eli Major, Summer McDuffee, Cathy Meyer, David Mow, Tom Swinford, Jacob Trusty, Jill Vance, and Cate Whetzel
𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙎𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙛𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙖𝙮 𝙞𝙨 𝙨𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙚𝙙* 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙧𝙚𝙙^ 𝙗𝙮…
*Brown County State Park
*Hoosier National Forest
*Indiana Division of Nature Preserves
*Monroe Lake
*I.U. Research & Teaching Preserves
*Monroe County Parks and Recreation
^Images Botanical
^Friends of Brown County S.P.
^Friends of T.C. Steele
*Sycamore Land Trust
^Sassafras Audubon Society
*IU Research & Teaching Preserves
^Indiana Native Plant Society (SC Chapter)
^T.C. Steele State Historic Site
𝗥𝗘𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦
April 25: Building Tour (10:15 a.m., 1:15 & 3:15 p.m. $7-$12/person) and Teddy Bears’ Picnic (1-2 p.m., $4/child, limited to 10) at T.C. Steele State Historic State. Info and registration at indianamuseum.org/programs/arts-of-the-earth-day-teddy-bears-picnic
May 4: Flora Field Day at Monroe Lake (repeats first week of each month through Oct.); practice wildflower ID skills with a naturalist, info and registration at bit.ly/monroelakecalendar
May 1 and May 6: Volunteer workdays (9 a.m. to 12 p.m.) at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. Landscaping with native perennial plant plugs to improve urban wildlife habitat and promote native plants around the DNR Building, info and registration at cerv.is/0064×3399
https://www.facebook.com/events/2002028513674494/
Time
April 25, 2026 8:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
T. C. Steele State Historic Site
Event Details
Open until 2 pm or we run out of plants!Spring is here and it’s time for the annual Friends of the Library Plant Sale! Featuring a wide variety of landscaping
Event Details
Open until 2 pm or we run out of plants!Spring is here and it’s time for the annual Friends of the Library Plant Sale! Featuring a wide variety of landscaping plants, including native varieties, you are sure to find something to add to your home.Brown County Soil and Water will also be giving away free tree saplings, while they last.The sale will be held RAIN OR SHINE under the solar panels in the lower parking lot at the end of East Gould StreetCash, check or card acceptedNo pre-salesAll proceeds support Friends of the Library projects to benefit the Brown County Public Library
Time
April 25, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
205 Locust Lane Nashville IN 47448
205 Locust Lane Nashville IN 47448
Event Details
Welcome springtime in this self-guided walk through the gardens and grounds! Artists are invited to the site to work en plein air, as Steele did! https://www.facebook.com/events/829068433369165/
Event Details
Welcome springtime in this self-guided walk through the gardens and grounds! Artists are invited to the site to work en plein air, as Steele did!
https://www.facebook.com/events/829068433369165/
Time
April 25, 2026 11:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
4220 T.C. Steele Road, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
Event Details
Who doesn’t like a Birthday Party?🥳 Come on down on Saturday, April 25 to celebrate Not1️⃣but3️⃣🎈 America250 YMCA175 BCCY25 It will be a FUN filled afternoon! Stay tuned for details. Thank you to Arts Village
Event Details
Who doesn’t like a Birthday Party?🥳
Come on down on Saturday, April 25 to celebrate Not1️⃣but3️⃣🎈
America250
YMCA175
BCCY25
It will be a FUN filled afternoon!
Stay tuned for details.
Thank you to Arts Village Brown County for helping to make this happen and IU Health Bloomington for providing free screenings!
https://www.facebook.com/events/3225890050905717/
Time
April 25, 2026 12:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
105 Willow St, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
Event Details
From 1-2 p.m., bring your dressed-up teddy bears and dolls to the Teddy Bears’ Picnic! We’ll read The Teddy Bears’ Picnic and enjoy cookies and lemonade together. https://www.facebook.com/events/845464354940151/
Event Details
From 1-2 p.m., bring your dressed-up teddy bears and dolls to the Teddy Bears’ Picnic! We’ll read The Teddy Bears’ Picnic and enjoy cookies and lemonade together.
https://www.facebook.com/events/845464354940151/
Time
April 25, 2026 1:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
4220 T.C. Steele Road, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
Event Details
https://www.ferghouse.com/gallery-1 https://www.facebook.com/fergusonhousebistro
Time
April 25, 2026 1:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
The Ferguson House Bistro, 78 Franklin St, Nashville, IN 47448, USA
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
Event Details
Songs of the South a tribute to Alabama formed in 2019. Comprised of 6 members from the Mountains of Tennessee, Southwest Virginia and Western North Carolina. Members include Wayne Kelley
Event Details
Songs of the South a tribute to Alabama formed in 2019. Comprised of 6 members from the Mountains of Tennessee, Southwest Virginia and Western North Carolina. Members include Wayne Kelley on lead vocals/rhythm guitar, Jerry Hanger drums/vocals, Mike Thacker lead guitar/vocals, Chris Kelley bass/vocals, Rick Osborne keyboards, John Synder fiddle and guitar.
This groups members has been preforming together for over 20 years and have played over 1500 shows. Our goal is to put on a show that is energetic, upbeat, and takes you back to when you heard these songs for the first time. We want to make you clap, dance, sing along, and leave you wanting more. Your crowd will be on their feet!
This show goes non-stop! It Includes many #1 hits with a touch of comedy that lets you get to know the band on a personal level. It will be a night to remember with the ultimate tribute to Alabama!
https://www.facebook.com/events/2681572925543185/
Time
April 25, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
70 S Van Buren St, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
25apr8:00 pmLive music at BCIBrown County Inn, 51 IN-46, Nashville, IN 47448, USA8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Live music every Friday & Saturday, 8-11pm https://www.facebook.com/bcmusicservices https://www.facebook.com/browncountyinn
Event Details
Live music every Friday & Saturday, 8-11pm
Time
April 25, 2026 8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Inn, 51 IN-46, Nashville, IN 47448, USA
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
25apr8:00 pmGrand Funk RailroadBrown County Music Center8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level//
Event Details
Doors Open 1.5 hours before event begins NO Refunds or Exchanges // Venue has Clear Bag Policy// NO Weapons // NO Outside food or drink// No elevator to balcony level// General parking $10.00 per vehicle (gravel lot)// Preferred parking $25.00 per vehicle (paved lot)
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 5 Dec 2025 at 10:00 AM
https://www.facebook.com/events/1844075212865873/
Time
April 25, 2026 8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County Music Center
Event Details
Live music at 19th Hole Sports Bar every Friday night (7-10pm) & Saturday night (8-11pm). No cover charge. All ages welcome until 9pm each night.
Event Details
Live music at 19th Hole Sports Bar every Friday night (7-10pm) & Saturday night (8-11pm). No cover charge. All ages welcome until 9pm each night.
Event calendar with musicians & other special events (euchre night, etc): https://www.saltcreekgolf.com/upcoming-events
Time
April 25, 2026 8:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
19th Hole Sports Bar at Salt Creek Golf Retreat, 2359 IN-46 East, Nashville, IN 47448, USA
25apr8:30 pmSTORY INN APRIL COMEDY SHOW6404 State Road 135 S., Nashville, IN8:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Join us for a hilarious night of comedy with headliner Tyson Cox, feature act Brian Pitre, and hosted by Ryan Hole. Doors open at 8 with show at 830. Tickets
Event Details
Join us for a hilarious night of comedy with headliner Tyson Cox, feature act Brian Pitre, and hosted by Ryan Hole. Doors open at 8 with show at 830. Tickets are $20 and available at the door. Come beforehand for dinner and even stay the night afterwards! Call 812-988-2273 for reservations.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1680096053002083/
Time
April 25, 2026 8:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
6404 State Road 135 S., Nashville, IN
Event Details
𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗬 (𝟰𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹) 𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙧𝙤𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨, 𝙄𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙖 𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡𝗟𝗢𝗔𝗗 𝗔 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 (𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗬 𝗧𝗢 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗) 𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗬 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘 𝗔𝗧 tinyurl.com/2026forayschedule Programs are free and do
Event Details
𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗬 (𝟰𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹)
𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙧𝙤𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨, 𝙄𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙖
𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡𝗟𝗢𝗔𝗗 𝗔 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 (𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗬 𝗧𝗢 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗) 𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗬 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘 𝗔𝗧 tinyurl.com/2026forayschedule
Programs are free and do not require registration, unless otherwise noted. However, Brown County State Park does charge a daily entrance fee.
𝗠𝗮𝗽 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: bit.ly/springwildflowerforay-map
𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁!
tinyurl.com/2026foraychecklist
𝘕𝘖 𝘏𝘈𝘙𝘋 𝘊𝘖𝘗𝘐𝘌𝘚 𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘰𝘯-𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘦; 𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘸𝘯.
**** 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗠 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘 ****
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
7:00 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙎𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙈𝙞𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝘽𝙞𝙧𝙙 𝙒𝙖𝙡𝙠
Cathy Meyer will lead a 1 ¾-hour EASY bird walk in Yellowwood State Forest to start the weekend. New species arrive almost every day in late April, including warblers, vireos, and tanagers. We will view the birds along the lake and then go on a short hike on the Jackson Creek Trail. Loaner binoculars available.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Yellowwood Lake, parking lot at north end
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
9:15 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙛𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙩 𝙎𝙚𝙡𝙢𝙖 𝙎𝙩𝙚𝙚𝙡𝙚 𝘼
Wildflower author Kay Yatskievych’s signature hike will be led by Mary Damm and Jill Vance, Monroe Lake interpretive naturalist. This is a 2 ½ to 3-hour MODERATE wildflower walk in and around this state nature preserve.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: T.C. Steele S.H.S., parking lot
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
9:15 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙛𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙩 𝙎𝙚𝙡𝙢𝙖 𝙎𝙩𝙚𝙚𝙡𝙚 𝘽
Tom Swinford, an ecologist and Land Preservation Director for Sycamore Land Trust, and naturalist Cathy Meyer will lead a 3-hour RUGGED wildflower walk around this state nature preserve.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: T.C. Steele S.H.S., parking lot
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
10:00 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙅𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙮 𝙩𝙤 𝙆𝙚𝙡𝙥 𝙑𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙖𝙜𝙚
Adventure with Brown County State Park’s naturalist, Eli Major, and naturalist David Mow on a MODERATE 2-hour trek (about 4.5 mi) to the site of an old village dating back to the late 1800s. Add new and amazing flowers to your list, as we locate old home sites using plants and flowers, some planted by the early settlers.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County State Park, Strahl Lake
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
1:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝘽𝙪𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙩 𝘼𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙨 𝘾𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙠
Jeff Belth, author of Butterflies of Indiana: A Field Guide, and naturalist Sandy Belth will lead a 2-hour MODERATE walk to identify butterflies and larval host plants important to these “flying flowers.”
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Allens Creek S.R.A.
𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝟮𝟬 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲; registration required by 12 p.m. on April 23 at tinyurl.com/2026foray
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
1:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙒𝙚𝙚𝙙 𝙒𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙡𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙛𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙨
Show your love for native plants by removing one of their enemies: invasive garlic mustard! Join Brown County State Park’s naturalist, Eli Major, for a Brown County Native Woodlands Project Weed Wrangle Indiana® workday. This is a national event that highlights the need for hands-on invasive species management. Wear clothes for work: gloves, long pants and sturdy, closed-toe shoes.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S.P., Strahl Lake
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
3:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙆𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙁𝙖𝙧𝙢 𝙏𝙧𝙚𝙠
Wildflowers and wildlife abound at the Kent Farm unit of the IU Research & Teaching Preserves. Join local naturalist Mark Sheehan for a RUGGED 3-hour, 3-mile loop through rich Salt Creek bottomland, up a wooded ridge crowned with chestnut oak, and back.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Kent Farm Preserve (8475 E. Kent Road, Bloomington)
𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝟭𝟱 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲; registration required by 12 p.m. on April 23 at tinyurl.com/2026foray
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
3:30 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙃𝙤𝙩 𝙃𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙨, 𝘾𝙤𝙤𝙡 𝙑𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙮𝙨
Search for wildflowers, ferns and fascinating fungi (edible and otherwise) as you explore ridge tops and valleys with naturalist David Mow on this 2-hour, MODERATE hike through the northern section of the park.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S.P., Saddle Barn (parking lot)
𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰
8:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙎𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙎𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜
Enjoy a 1-hour EASY walk with Cathy Meyer and Monroe County Parks and Recreation naturalist Jacob Trusty to listen to frogs, woodcock, and other wildlife, as we wander the trails at Flatwoods Park.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Flatwoods Park
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
8:00 𝙖.𝙢. 𝘽𝙞𝙧𝙙 𝙃𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙖𝙩 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙉𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙚
Join Randy Jones from the Indiana Audubon Society for a 2.5-hour EASY birding stroll through part of this 138-acre nature preserve in search of birds. Waterproof boots are recommended, as standing water is common in the wetland habitat area. Bring binoculars.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Stone Head Nature Preserve, intersection of S.R. 135 & Bellsville Pike, Nashville
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
9:30 𝙖.𝙢. 𝘾𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙠 𝙒𝙖𝙡𝙠
Join “Moment of Science” radio personality Don Glass and naturalist and illustrator Gillian Harris for a 2.5-hour EASY-MODERATE walk along a stream in the Schooner Valley to identify a variety of wildflowers that flourish in the valley.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S.P., Ogle Lake
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
10:30 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙩𝙤 12 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙛𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧 𝘾𝙧𝙖𝙛𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜
Drop by to join Monroe Lake naturalist Ella Harris for some fun and creative wildflower crafting! You’ll roll paper beads and combine them with colorful buttons to create flower magnets inspired by native spring wildflowers. Craft is appropriate for adults and most children ages 10 and up. Arrive no later than 11:30 a.m. to ensure enough time to complete the craft.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S.P., Nature Center
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
11 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙩𝙤 4 𝙥.𝙢. 𝘼𝙧𝙩𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙀𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙝 𝘿𝙖𝙮
Welcome springtime on a self-guided walk through the gardens and grounds of T.C. Steele State Historic Site. Artists are invited to work en plein air (outdoors) as T.C. Steele once did. Sidney Bolam will also offer a limestone carving demo from 12 to 2 p.m.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: T.C. Steele S.H.S.
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
1:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙 𝙃𝙮𝙖𝙘𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙝 𝙃𝙞𝙠𝙚
Biological Science Technician Jason Isbell will lead a 2-hour RUGGED, off-trail hike along a unique limestone ridge in the Charles C. Deam Wilderness Area looking for wild hyacinths.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Paynetown S.R.A., Main Office – park behind building (caravan/carpool to hike start)
𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝟵 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲; registration required by 12 p.m. on April 23 at tinyurl.com/2026foray
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
2:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙊𝙜𝙡𝙚 𝙃𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙤𝙬 𝙃𝙞𝙠𝙚
Ogle Hollow Nature Preserve is one of the richest coves in Brown County, with a profusion of wildflowers, ferns and the rare yellowwood tree. Brown County State Park’s naturalist, Eli Major, and naturalist David Mow will lead a 2-hour MODERATE hike into the hollow, identifying plants and migrating songbirds.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S. P., Ogle Hollow Nature Preserve / Trail #5 (parking lot)
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
4:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙀𝙣𝙩𝙤𝙢𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩 𝙏𝙞𝙘𝙠 𝙏𝙖𝙡𝙠
Join Jeanette McGavic, a medical entomologist with the Indiana Department of Health, for a 1-hr discussion of tick-borne diseases in Indiana. You’ll learn how to avoid tick bites, check for ticks, and safely remove one that has attached. Attendees will receive Tick ID Cards and get a guided tour of the IDOH’s Tick Dashboard.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County State Park, Nature Center – Program Room
𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟱
7:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙖𝙮 𝙎𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩 & 𝙎𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣: “𝘽𝙚𝙖𝙣𝙗𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙢 𝘽𝙤𝙩𝙩𝙤𝙢𝙨: 𝘼 𝙇𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝘽𝙪𝙞𝙡𝙩 𝙗𝙮 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮”
Join your fellow Forayers for this year’s species count, plus a program presented by Tom Swinford, Land Preservation Director with Sycamore Land Trust… Beanblossom is a place where land and water works together. What was once farmed and altered ground has been restored into wetlands and forests, supporting plants and wildlife and improving water quality. During this visual presentation on the restoration and conservation of Beanblossom Bottoms, Tom shares how this project has come together through a lot of local effort, support, and care for the land.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S. P., Nature Center
𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟲
10:30 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙 𝙀𝙙𝙞𝙗𝙡𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙐𝙨𝙚𝙛𝙪𝙡 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙨
Ramble, roam, and wander with naturalist Jules Erwin at the flora found in T.C. and Selma Steele’s gorgeous forest. We’ll saunter and stop to check out wild plants that are edible or just plain useful. This 1-mile, 1-hour MODERATE hike is perfect for beginners and enthusiasts.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: T.C. Steele S.H.S., Singing Winds Visitor Center
𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟲
9:30 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙋𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙒𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙍𝙖𝙢𝙗𝙡𝙚
This Sycamore Land Trust preserve features carpets of wildflowers beneath large oaks and hickories, sinkholes, and interesting rock outcroppings. Join naturalist and illustrator Gillian Harris and Tom Swinford, ecologist and Land Preservation Director for Sycamore Land Trust, for a 2 ½-hour MODERATE hike.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Porter West Nature Preserve
𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟲
10:00 𝙖.𝙢. 𝙇𝙤𝙬 𝙂𝙖𝙥 𝘽𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙮
Join naturalist David Mow in a 3-hour RUGGED hike (about 2 miles) exploring Morgan-Monroe State Forest. The off-trail route will follow the creeks, skirting the Low Gap Nature Preserve. There are several creek crossings, so appropriate footwear is a must.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Morgan-Monroe State Forest, Backcountry Area Parking Lot on Low Gap Road
𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟲
1:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙒𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨
Explore the Hayes Trail in the Deam Wilderness with Biological Science Technician Jason Isbell and Hoosier National Forest Interpreter Summer McDuffee. Bring snacks and water for this 4-hour RUGGED hike.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Paynetown S.R.A., Main Office – park behind building (caravan/carpool to hike start)
𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝟴 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲; registration required by 12 p.m. on April 23 at tinyurl.com/2026foray
𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟲
1:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙎𝙖𝙡𝙩 𝘾𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙠 𝙎𝙖𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧
Join Brown County State Park’s naturalist, Eli Major, for a 1-hour EASY and ADA accessible walk along Salt Creek. Identify wildflowers and plants, as we discuss streamside ecology and land management. Learn about the Salt Creek Trail and its future – which will connect Nashville with Brown County State Park.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Brown County S.P., Pool
𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 – 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟲
1:00 𝙥.𝙢. 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙋𝙤𝙚𝙩𝙧𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙨
Explore the written word with naturalist Jules Erwin, as we take a writer’s ramble to hear and share examples of the poetry of plants and do some writing of our own during a 1.5-hour gentle hike of about 1 mile. Bring your favorite pen and notebook, and a quote or passage to share in this relaxing and meditative look at the place plants hold in literature.
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: T.C. Steele S.H.S., Singing Winds Visitor Center
𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝟭𝟬 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲; registration required by 12 p.m. on April 23 at tinyurl.com/2026foray
𝗔𝗗𝗗𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗜𝗡𝗙𝗢
The Spring Wildflower Foray is presented in honor of Kay Yatskievich, botanist and author of Indiana Wildflowers, who presented its signature “Wildflowers of Selma Steele” hike and tracked the wildflower species count for decades.
2026 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙞𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙚
Mary Damm, Andrea deTarnowsky, Gillian Harris, Jules Erwin, Jason Isbell, Eli Major, Summer McDuffee, Cathy Meyer, David Mow, Tom Swinford, Jacob Trusty, Jill Vance, and Cate Whetzel
𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙎𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙒𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙛𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙖𝙮 𝙞𝙨 𝙨𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙚𝙙* 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙧𝙚𝙙^ 𝙗𝙮…
*Brown County State Park
*Hoosier National Forest
*Indiana Division of Nature Preserves
*Monroe Lake
*I.U. Research & Teaching Preserves
*Monroe County Parks and Recreation
^Images Botanical
^Friends of Brown County S.P.
^Friends of T.C. Steele
*Sycamore Land Trust
^Sassafras Audubon Society
*IU Research & Teaching Preserves
^Indiana Native Plant Society (SC Chapter)
^T.C. Steele State Historic Site
𝗥𝗘𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦
April 25: Building Tour (10:15 a.m., 1:15 & 3:15 p.m. $7-$12/person) and Teddy Bears’ Picnic (1-2 p.m., $4/child, limited to 10) at T.C. Steele State Historic State. Info and registration at indianamuseum.org/programs/arts-of-the-earth-day-teddy-bears-picnic
May 4: Flora Field Day at Monroe Lake (repeats first week of each month through Oct.); practice wildflower ID skills with a naturalist, info and registration at bit.ly/monroelakecalendar
May 1 and May 6: Volunteer workdays (9 a.m. to 12 p.m.) at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. Landscaping with native perennial plant plugs to improve urban wildlife habitat and promote native plants around the DNR Building, info and registration at cerv.is/0064×3399
https://www.facebook.com/events/2002028513674494/
Time
April 26, 2026 7:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
T. C. Steele State Historic Site
26apr11:30 amChess Competition11:30 am(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
Weekly chess competition at Gyros 2 Nashville – every Sunday, 11:30am-4pm. https://www.facebook.com/not.just.gyros.nashville
Event Details
Weekly chess competition at Gyros 2 Nashville – every Sunday, 11:30am-4pm.
https://www.facebook.com/not.just.gyros.nashville

Time
April 26, 2026 11:30 am(GMT-04:00)
Event Details
We’re celebrating 15 years with a 4-day anniversary sale you don’t want to miss. 📅 April 27–30 🍷 15 wines on special, as low as $5! ✨ Limited-time anniversary deals 📦
Event Details
We’re celebrating 15 years with a 4-day anniversary sale you don’t want to miss.
📅 April 27–30
🍷 15 wines on special, as low as $5!
✨ Limited-time anniversary deals
📦 Flat-rate shipping available online
Stock up on your favorites, try something new, or grab a few bottles to share.
Whether you stop in at the winery or shop online, this is the perfect time to celebrate with us and save.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1281782073397431/
Time
April 27, 2026 11:00 am(GMT-04:00)
Location
225 South Van Buren Street, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
Event Details
Come to the Nature Center for an up close and personal look at one of Indiana’s native snakes! Learn about their unique traits, the threats they face, and how snakes
Event Details
Come to the Nature Center for an up close and personal look at one of Indiana’s native snakes! Learn about their unique traits, the threats they face, and how snakes affect your life! Participants may pet the snake at the end of the program. Please be aware this program involves a live animal.
Time
April 27, 2026 3:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Nature Center
Event Details
Join us this month in discussing Everyone in This Bank Is a Thief by Benjamin Stevenson. Light snacks provided. https://www.facebook.com/events/939532285626892/
Event Details
Join us this month in discussing Everyone in This Bank Is a Thief by Benjamin Stevenson. Light snacks provided.
https://www.facebook.com/events/939532285626892/
Time
April 29, 2026 6:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
76 1/2 East Main Street, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448
Event Details
Join us for a film by documentary filmmaker Samuel Orr. The Natural Heritage of Indiana is based on Marion Jackson’s book of the same title. Take an in depth look
Event Details
Join us for a film by documentary filmmaker Samuel Orr. The Natural Heritage of Indiana is based on Marion Jackson’s book of the same title. Take an in depth look at Indiana’s natural beauty, with interesting information and fantastic cinemotography. The film will last about an hour. Today is Part I: The Indiana That Was.
Time
April 30, 2026 2:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Brown County State Park, Nature Center
Event Details
Celebrate your favorite kind of “mom” – whether that’s your human mom, your dog mom friend, your cat mom sister… or yourself 💁♀️ This cozy, creative evening is all about making
Event Details
Celebrate your favorite kind of “mom” – whether that’s your human mom, your dog mom friend, your cat mom sister… or yourself 💁♀️
This cozy, creative evening is all about making something thoughtful, personal, and just a little bit adorable.
✨ What you’ll make:
A custom-scented candle poured into a limited-edition keepsake mug, paired with the cutest cozy socks for a ready-to-gift (or keep for yourself 👀) moment.
🫶 Choose your mug:
💐 “I love that you’re my mom”
🐶 “In a perfect world, every home would have a dog and every dog would have a home”
🐱 “In a perfect world, every home would have a cat and every cat would have a home”
Each mug comes with coordinating cozy socks…because candles + comfort = perfection.
🕯️ Your experience includes:
✨ Guided candle pouring
✨ Custom scent blending from our fragrance library
✨ Your choice of mug + socks
✨ A relaxed, feel-good atmosphere (perfect for catching up, laughing, and slowing down a bit)
⏰ A note about timing:
Candles require time to cool (approximately 2–3 hours). Candles from pouring experiences that start at 5:30pm will be ready for pick up after 11am the next day; candles from pouring experiences that start at 10am will be ready for pick up after 2pm that same day.
💛 Perfect for:
• Treating your mom
• Celebrating a dog or cat mom in your life
• A girls’ night/morning out
• Making something meaningful for yourself
💛 Pricing:
Early Bird: $45 (first six seats)
Standard: $48
Spots are limited (and these mugs are too) so grab your seat early! 💐
https://www.facebook.com/events/1294039825997985/
Time
April 30, 2026 5:30 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
158 S. Old School Way, Nashville, IN, United States, Indiana 47448

Hope you have the best time exploring Brown County, Indiana! Be sure to follow Visit Brown County to stay in the loop on all the local happenings—straight from your hometown insider (that’s me!). I’d be honored to host your visit to Brown County at Blessings Farmhouse—my family-friendly vacation home designed for relaxation, connection + fun.

