Here is a list of events coming up in Hancock County this weekend and beyond. If you know of an upcoming event that you’d like to see featured here, email [email protected].
Historic courthouse district tour Aug. 19
GREENFIELD – A “Then and Now” evening walking tour is coming up, hosted by Greenfield Historic Landmarks.
Take a tour to compare the Hancock County Courthouse Square Historic District and how it looks now compared to photos of the late 1800s and early 1900s. The event is at 7 p.m. Aug. 19. The tour will be 60 to 90 minutes and will be about a mile in length. Meet at the courthouse plaza gazebo, located on the southwest corner of the courthouse square. Visit facebook.com/GreenfieldHistoricLandmarks for updates and details.
Live entertainment coming to outdoor venues
GREENFIELD – Several free concerts are coming to Hancock County’s outdoor venues.
My Classic Rock Experience will perform this Saturday, Aug. 17 at Depot Street Park in Greenfield. Opening act Eliminator Band, a ZZ Top tribute, begins at 6 p.m.
Next week, Jai Baker performs at 7 p.m. Aug. 24 in New Palestine, as part of the Music on Depot Street series on East main Street.
Tad Robinson will perform with a horn section Aug. 30 at Depot Street Park; special blues opening acts are Black Jack Davey and the Rhythm Kings. Thunderstruck, an AC/DC tribute band, returns to greenfield Aug. 31 at Depot Street Park, with opening act Hunter Lee Band.
In Cumberland, the Blues, Beer & BBQ monthly tradition continues Aug. 30 with The Blue Sky Dogs, Zach Day and Gordon Bonham from 6-10 p.m. in downtown Cumberland.
Craft swap coming to local libraries
GREENFIELD — The Hancock County Public Library will be hosting a Craft Swap throughout the month of August at both library locations in Greenfield and New Palestine.
Clear out closets and donate new or gently-used crafting supplies anytime during Drop-Off Week, Aug. 12-19.
Those who drop off items will receive a pickup ticket. Bring the ticket to Pickup Day 1 on Aug. 24, to snag some new-to-you crafting supplies. Pickup Day 2 is Aug. 25 and will be open to anyone.
All types of gently-used supplies are welcome, including yarn, fabric, scrapbook paper, painting supplies, or crafting tools. The main library is located at 900 W. McKenzie Road, Greenfield. The Sugar Creek Branch is located at 5731 W. U.S. 52, New Palestine. No registration is necessary. Visit hcplibrary.org for more.
Hancock Flat 50 returns Aug. 24
GREENFIELD – The Hancock Flat 50 is coming up Aug. 24 and registration is open now.
The annual event featuring a bicycle ride and festival with music, food and drinks has been happening every August since 2016. Participants have increased from 150 cyclists the inaugural year to more than 750 in 2023. The chip-timed event is for experienced riders or a more leisurely ride with friends; a 25-mile route is also available. Cost is $50; proceeds help support the local trails systems and other biking initiatives throughout Hancock County. Learn more and register at hancockflat50.com.
Bowling event to benefit soup kitchen
GREENFIELD — Strike Force Lanes will host a Strike out Hunger event this month, benefiting the Kenneth butler Memorial Soup Kitchen.
The bowling fundraiser is Aug. 25 at 1539 W. Main St., Greenfield. Form a bowling team at $25 per person. Bowling is 1-4 p.m. and the event also includes face painting, balloon twisting, silent auction, raffle and door prizes.
People may also support the Kenneth Butler Memorial Soup Kitchen by mailing checks to 202 E. Main St., Greenfield. Call 317-462-9900 for more information.
