The IN List 2025: June 16 - 22
The IN List shares the top experiences and events going on this week in & around Southern Indiana. Be sure to keep an eye on Instagram stories from @keepingupinsoin throughout the week for any event changes or additions.
These events are all accurate at the time of posting, but be sure to call ahead or check vendor websites/socials before heading out.
Monday, June 16
Toddler Time: 10-11am. Join us for stories, rhymes, songs, and other activities. This storytime is designed for Toddlers, but all are welcome!
Summer Meals Program: 12-12:45pm. The Summer Meals program is back! All children 0-18 years old can enjoy a FREE lunch and fun activity at New Albany Central Library every weekday from June 2 - July 25. We’ll have a new craft or activity every day, starting at 11 AM next to the Cafe Area. Free lunch will be served from 12 PM - 12:45 PM. No registration is required. Just drop by!
CAC Family Cinema: 1:30-3:30pm. Moana 2 is our feature film for this weeks CAC Family Cinema. Create your own tropical lei and enjoy a free snack & juice.Registration required.
Zeus: Lightning in a Jar STEM Activity: 3-4pm. Who was the Greek god, Zeus? What were his special talents? Join us for a fun filled program where we will explore the god of the sky and thunder. We will also learn about weather and how quickly it changes during the volatile summer months. Finally, we will try out our own "magical" skills at making lightning in a jar. Registration required.
Sensory Friendly Storytime: 4-4:45pm. Sensory Friendly Storytime is a special storytime for children who may have felt left out or nervous to go to other storytimes. Here, children are free to stand up, walk around, etc.
Monday Mystery Book Club: A Right to Die by Rex Stout: 6-7pm. Join us for a lively discussion of mystery books each month. From cozy mysteries to detective novels to thrillers, chat about your prime suspects, the crime, characters, and more. You do not have to finish the book before you come, but be warned: spoilers lie ahead. Registration required.
Library Events - Jeffersonville Branch
Making Memories: 2-3pm. Handprints are a unique way to say "that summer we were together." Grab your siblings or your besties to make your mark on a fun keepsake. This program will be outdoors, weather permitting. Dress accordingly. Registration required.
Library Events - Harrison County
Lego Club: 3pm, Corydon Branch
Morning Walk Club: 8-10am. Southern Indiana Sports Center. Join us weekdays from 8-10 a.m. at the climate-controlled Southern Indiana Sports Center for a comfortable and energizing way to stay active. Free event.
Cultural Pass 2025: Cultural Pass offers young people ages 0-21 and their families in the Greater Louisville and Southern Indiana area access to participate in arts, culture, science, history, heritage, and nature activities provided by over 50 venues, free of charge, from May 31 through August 10, 2025. New for 2025 download the app to your phone.
Retro-Active-Vision: Works by Scott Scarboro Exhibition: 10am-7pm. The Cultural Arts Center. Exhibit open May 22nd-October 18th. Multimedia artist Scott Scarboro has utilized numerous materials and processes for self-expression for over 3 decades. This exhibit is not really a retrospective, but a sampling of his hand-glitched videos, mixed media sculptures and quilts from the past, his current sound and video creations, along with offerings to the universe for hope and luck for future conceptions.
Get Fit, Floyd County!: 6-7pm. Kevin Hammersmith Park. Floyd County Parks and Recreation offers FREE outdoor group fitness classes on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings! All Get Fit, Floyd County! classes will take place at the KFC Stage and turf grass area, located between the main entrance to the New Albany Little League fields and the splash pad.
Music Bingo Mondays: 6:30-8:30pm. Derby City Pizza New Albany. Prizes: $5 for single, $5 for double bingo, $10 for coverall.
Tuesday, June 17
Fort Building Challenge: All Day Event. The Cultural Arts Center. Challenge your creativity and building skills with our fort creator kits. Families can build their fort and then take photos for our wall of "Best of Show." This program is self guided and anytime throughout the day.
Babies and Books: 10am-10:30am. Join us on Tuesday mornings as we sing, read board books, and have fun learning early literacy! Registration not required.
Summer Meals Program: 12-12:45pm. The Summer Meals program is back! All children 0-18 years old can enjoy a FREE lunch and fun activity at New Albany Central Library every weekday from June 2 - July 25. We’ll have a new craft or activity every day, starting at 11 AM next to the Cafe Area. Free lunch will be served from 12 PM - 12:45 PM. No registration is required. Just drop by!
Bluey Palooza: 2-4pm. Join us as we celebrate Bluey!! We will play Keepy Uppy, make crafts with an Australian theme, a scavenger hunt about Australia, and more!! Registration required.
Make-In-Take: Summer Wreath: 5:30-6:45pm. Galena. Join us for a creative evening of crafting and socializing. This month we will be crafting a flowered wreath, a perfect decoration for the summer months! All supplies provided free, no special skills needed. Registration required.
Pajama Time Stories: 6pm-6:45pm. Join us for a Pajama Party every Tuesday evening at the New Albany Library! Come in your pajamas and bring a favorite blanket and stuffed animal if you like. Registration not required.
Library Events - Jeffersonville Branch
Discover Nature with a Journal: 10:30am-12:30pm. Join us for a creative and engaging Summer Reading program in partnership with the Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana! Registration required.
Library Events - Harrison County
Nature Explorers: 9:30am, Corydon Branch
Playgroup: 2pm, Elizabeth Branch.
½ Priced Bottle Tuesdays: 3-10pm, Wine Shop (New Albany). Every Tuesday ½ priced bottles of wine in house. Bring a friend (or two!) and come enjoy the Wine Shop.
Henryville Farmer’s Market: 5-7pm. 305 North Ferguson, Henryville, IN. Henryville Farmers Market opens May 6th and runs until October 23rd. The Market will be open every Tuesday and Thursday. Help support your local farmers and Small Businesses. We will also have Food Trucks at some of the Markets. We will let everyone know the week before what Food Truck will be there.
Pizza & Chill at Wine Shop: 5-9pm, Wine Shop (New Albany). Unwind with us every Tuesday from 5:00pm-9:00pm for our Pizza & Chill Special! Enjoy a glass of wine and a delicious flatbread pizza for just $20 . Plus, take advantage of our 1/2 off bottles of wine in-house to keep the good vibes flowing.
Half Baked: 6pm. Derby Dinner Playhouse. Recurring Daily through June 29. Retired brothers Jay and Sonny Allen move to central Florida with their wives to open a cafe. When the business starts to fail and their nest egg dries up, they decide to take drastic action and generate some cash. Action that includes murder for hire and baking cannabis into the appetizers to ‘stimulate’ business! And when an old boyfriend and a Latvian loan shark arrive on the scene, things really get complicated. This new comedy is a sure recipe for hilarity! Tickets required.
Kids Eat Free Tuesday: 4-10pm, RecBar 812 (New Albany). Every Tuesday, for every adult meal purchased, one child under the age of 12 can order a meal from the kid’s menu for free.
Louisville Bats vs Scranton: 6:35pm. Louisville Slugger Field. Tickets required.
Music Bingo: 7pm, Dog Haus Biergarten New Albany. Join us every Tuesday for MUSIC BINGO!
Wednesday, June 18
Wiggle Wednesday Storytime: 10-10:45am. Join us at Galena on Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. to wiggle our wiggles out, read stories and sing songs! Registration not required.
Pre-K Storytime: 11-11:45am. The Cultural Arts Center. Pre-K Storytime helps children ages 3-5 get ready for kindergarten with stories, songs, and fun activities that build early literacy and social skills. Siblings are welcome! No registration required.
Summer Meals Program: 12-12:45pm. The Summer Meals program is back! All children 0-18 years old can enjoy a FREE lunch and fun activity at New Albany Central Library every weekday from June 2 - July 25. We’ll have a new craft or activity every day, starting at 11 AM next to the Cafe Area. Free lunch will be served from 12 PM - 12:45 PM. No registration is required. Just drop by!
Trailblazers in Sports: 1-2pm. Join us for stories about athletes who blazed the trail for others in their sport followed by some all star crafts! Kids and families are welcome to join on the upper floor of our Central location. We can't wait to see you there! Registration required.
Teen Pride Crafts: 4-5pm. Join us in the Teen Scene on Wednesdays throughout June for crafty fun and community building. Registration required.
Family Movie Night at Floyd Central High School: Space Jam: 5-7pm. Galena Library is partnering with Floyd County High School this summer, so we would love it if you joined us to watch Space Jam in the FCHS planetarium! We will have chips and water for refreshments, and you're more than welcome to bring your own movie watching favorites. We hope to see you there! Registration required.
Family Education Classes with CCYS: 6-8pm. Join us each Wednesday for free, in-person Family Education & Support Classes, presented by the Clark County Youth Shelter and Family Services. These supportive and engaging sessions are perfect for parents, guardians, and anyone in a caregiving role. The 9-week series covers topics such as community resources, healthy discipline, communication skills, understanding misbehavior, and setting children up for school success. Participants are entered into a monthly prize drawing for each session they attend!
Outdoor Yoga at Galena: 6-7pm. Galena. Join us on Wednesdays through the Summer for an outdoor yoga class with Instructor, Maria Peppas. This class is a basic beginner Yoga class that will help you destress after your day. Yoga mats will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. We hope to see you there! Registration required.
Library Events - Jeffersonville Branch
Juneteenth Windsock Craft: 1-2pm. Come join us as we celebrate Freedom Day as we create a Juneteenth windsock! Learn about this important holiday as we create a fun craft!
Juneteenth Celebration: 2-4pm. Juneteenth is the day that African American people celebrate their true freedom. July 4th - not everyone was truly free in America. On June 19, 1865, some still enslaved African Americans were informed of their freedom, at last.
Library Events - Harrison County
Library Little Ones: 10:30am, Corydon Branch
Louisville Bats vs Scranton: 12:05pm. Louisville Slugger Field. Tickets required.
Day at the Races: 12:45pm. Churchill Downs. Tickets required.
Kid’s Cruise: 1-3pm. Belle of Louisville Riverboats. Learn about the power of steam aboard the Mary M. Miller in Louisville! The Ohio River is fun for everyone! Enjoy free Adventure Passports and activities on our most family-friendly cruise. And because it is a tradition, every excursion will end with an optional dance party just for fun. Tickets required.
Geography, History & Wildlife of the Falls: 2-4pm. The Falls of the Ohio is more than a geological wonder, it is a place the served as a focal point in history. George Rogers Clark founded Louisville and Clarksville, captured the Northwest Territory from the British. Free event.
Charlestown Farmer’s Market: 3-6pm. 1370 Monroe St., Charlestown, IN. Recurring weekly on Wednesdays.
Gatsby at the Gardens: 6-8pm. Waterfront Botanical Gardens. Slip into your finest flapper fringe or dapper duds for a Great Gatsby garden party at Waterfront Botanical Gardens! Stroll the grounds, enjoy delectable bites from True North Catering, sip on swanky cocktails from the cash bar, and dance the night away to the sounds of live jazz music by the Gatsby Jazz Band. The drinks are cold, the jazz is hot, and the Gardens are calling. $60 tickets for non-members.
Girls Night Out Cruise: 7pm. Belle of Louisville Riverboats. This one’s for the girls! Celebrate each other and the women who’ve shaped river history aboard the Mary M. Miller, a very special riverboat named after the first female riverboat captain in the United States. Featuring our talented DJs, a full bar and concessions and the magic of a riverboat cruise, this is THE thing to do with the ladies in your life. Wine not make some extra special memories on the water? Tickets required.
Recbar 812 Bingo: 7pm, RecBar 812 (New Albany). Free to play. Free to win! Come join us every Wednesday for Bar Bingo. Prizes for every round. One final coverall round every week for a rolling $50 jackpot. If no one wins, the $50 moves on to the next week! $2 off all adult slushies! This is a 21+ event to participate.
Last Call Trivia: 7pm, Dog Haus Biergarten New Albany. Join us every Wednesday for Last Call Trivia! Games start at 7pm. First Place gets a $30 Dog Haus Gift Card, Second Place gets a $20 Dog Haus Gift Card, and Third Place takes home a $10 Dog Haus Gift Card.
Trivia Wednesdays at OLPH: 7-9pm. Our Lady of Perpetual Hops. Join us for an evening of brain-teasing fun, friendly competition, and great prizes! Whether you're a trivia master or just looking for a good time, this is your chance to put your knowledge to the test.
Thursday, June 19
Library Events - Harrison County
Library Little Ones: 10:30am, Corydon Branch
Twilight Thursday: 5pm. Churchill Downs. Twilight Thursdays return with live Thoroughbred racing, $2 select domestic beer, live music and an array of locally popular food trucks in The Paddock Plaza each Thursday of the Spring Meet! Tickets required.
Henryville Farmer’s Market: 5-7pm. 305 North Ferguson, Henryville, IN. Henryville Farmers Market opens May 6th and runs until October 23rd. The Market will be open every Tuesday and Thursday. Help support your local farmers and Small Businesses. We will also have Food Trucks at some of the Markets. We will let everyone know the week before what Food Truck will be there.
Silent Book Club: 6-8pm, Wine Shop (New Albany). Having a “silent” book club allows everyone flexibility to come and go as they please each week while getting to see both new and familiar faces. This means everyone gets to bring their current read and read at their own pace. We will be pouring some fun wines and sharing some yummy snacks! Feel free to bring whatever you need to be comfortable!
Get Fit, Floyd County!: 6-7pm. Kevin Hammersmith Park. Floyd County Parks and Recreation offers FREE outdoor group fitness classes on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings! All Get Fit, Floyd County! classes will take place at the KFC Stage and turf grass area, located between the main entrance to the New Albany Little League fields and the splash pad.
Juneteenth Cake Decorating Class: 6:30pm. The Whimsical Cookie. We will celebrate Juneteenth with joy, creativity, and cake! In this hands-on class, each guest will decorate their own 4” cake using red, green, and gold buttercream to honor the spirit of the holiday. We’ll learn how to pipe beautiful rosettes and finish the cakes with fun toppings and personal flair. No experience needed! Just bring your celebration spirit and we’ll provide everything else! Tickets required.
Louisville Bats vs Scranton: 6:35pm. Louisville Slugger Field. Tickets required.
Juneteenth Celebration: 6-8pm. Town Clock Church. We will honor the history of Juneteenth and the contributions of a Civil War Hero, Lucy Higgs Nichols. The guest speaker for our 2025 Juneteenth event is Eileen Yanoviak, author of "The Tenacious Nurse Nichols" An Unsung African American Civil War Hero. Enjoy the glorious sounds of our Guest Minister of Music, Troy Bell and be blessed by an inspiring performance of the Keen Dance Theatre.
Feud Thursdays: 7pm, Dog Haus Biergarten New Albany. Join us every Thursday at 7:00pm for Last Call Feud Night! First Place gets a $30 Dog Haus Gift Card, Second Place gets a $20 Dog Haus Gift Card, and Third Place takes home a $10 Dog Haus Gift Card.
Trivia Thursdays: 7pm. Floyd County Brewing Company. Every Thursday join your friends for dinner, drinks and pub trivia. 1st and 2nd place win gift cards.
Throwback Thursday: 7-9pm. Belle of Louisville Riverboats. Can you kick it old school? Yes, you can… onboard the Belle every week! Enjoy drink specials, vintage vibes, and vintage prices. Sport your best retro threads for even more classic fun! Tickets required.
Modest Mouse: 8pm. Old Forester’s Paristown Hall. Tickets required.
Friday, June 20
Real Science Presents: Lizards, Snakes and Other Reptiles: 11am-12pm. Examine reptile characteristics, adaptations, and life cycles using live animals with Brad Reynolds from Real Science! Brad has a Master of Science in wildlife biology, has taught biology for 10 years, and has been with Real Science Programs for 20 years. Learn how reptiles are related and grouped and compare them to other vertebrate animals. Video technology will show close-up views of the animals, along with original video clips and pictures. Registration required.
Summer Meals Program: 12-12:45pm. The Summer Meals program is back! All children 0-18 years old can enjoy a FREE lunch and fun activity at New Albany Central Library every weekday from June 2 - July 25. We’ll have a new craft or activity every day, starting at 11 AM next to the Cafe Area. Free lunch will be served from 12 PM - 12:45 PM. No registration is required. Just drop by!
Real Science Presents: Lizards, Snakes and Other Reptiles: 2-3pm. Galena Branch. Examine reptile characteristics, adaptations, and life cycles using live animals with Brad Reynolds from Real Science! Brad has a Master of Science in wildlife biology, has taught biology for 10 years, and has been with Real Science Programs for 20 years. Learn how reptiles are related and grouped and compare them to other vertebrate animals. Video technology will show close-up views of the animals, along with original video clips and pictures. Registration required.
Library Events - Harrison County
Storytime:
10am, Palmyra Branch
10:30am, Lanesville Branch
11:00am, Elizabeth Branch
Day at the Races: 12:45pm. Churchill Downs. Tickets required.
Jammin’ In Jeff: 5pm. The Riverstage 100 W. Riverside Drive. Free concert.
Georgetown Food Truck Invitational: 5-9pm. 9151 Water St, Georgetown, IN. We invite 15 of the regions favorite food trucks to participate to be named Georgetown's Favorite Food Truck. Last year our Friends from Danger Dog Concessions out of New Castle Indiana was victorious. Who'll be voted this year's Favorite Food Truck?
Steamboat Supper: 7pm. Belle of Louisville Riverboats. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the river as we show you the town from an all-new perspective—out on the water. Grab a cocktail from our full bar. Then sit back, relax and enjoy dinner to the sound of live bluegrass music. This is a two-hour excursion. Tickets required.
Louisville Bats vs Scranton: 7:15pm. Louisville Slugger Field. Tickets required.
Anchors Away Fridays: 8-10pm, Belle of Louisville Riverboats. Leave your stress behind on the shore! Grab a cocktail, sit back and relax to a DJ spinning tunes with a Yacht Rock theme. With a chill 1980’s vibe, this cruise and onboard entertainment is the perfect place to unwind! Anchors Away Fridays cruises are two hours. Tickets required.
Saturday, June 21
Outdoor Book Sale: 8am. The Friends of the Library's outdoor book sales are back! Find incredible deals and a great selection of books. Stop by The Floyd County Library’s main parking lot on Saturday, June 21st from 8 AM - 12 PM.
Juneteenth Concert Featuring Toni Cole: 12-1pm. A versatile singer and producer known for blending Jazz, R&B, Soul, Blues, Pop, and Neo-Soul with her unique, sultry, soulful sound. Registration required.
Library Events - Jeffersonville Branch
Victory Gardens Past and Present: 11am-12pm. Join us on this date at our Jeffersonville location for a presentation on Victory Gardens: Past and Present, by a member of SeedSavers. Registration required.
Musical Instrument Petting Zoo: 1-2pm. Ever wondered what a French Horn sounds like? Wondered if you'd look as cool as Lizzo holding a flute? Come to the Clarksville Library and check out our "petting zoo" of musical instruments.
Line Dancing Class with CeCe: 2-4pm. Join us on this date at the Jeffersonville location for Line Dancing with CeCe!
New Albany Summer Farmer’s Market: 8am-12pm. 210 E Market St. New Albany. Summer Session of the New Albany Local Farmers Market - Wines, Slushies, baked goods, fresh veggies, flowers, meats, food truck, etc.
Yoga at the Falls: 9-10am. Falls of the Ohio State Park. Escape the hustle and bustle and join us for the Falls of the Ohio Foundation’s Summer Yoga Series. Enjoy yoga on the deck this summer overlooking the majestic Falls of the Ohio with the Louisville skyline as your backdrop. Registration required.
Jeffersonville Farmers Market: 9:30-12pm. Big Four Station. The Jeffersonville Farmers Market provides fresh, local products year round. Find us at Big Four Bridge on Saturdays from 9:30am-noon.
5k Wine Run at Hubers : 9am. Huber’s Orchard and Winery. The Summer 5k Wine Run is back at Huber's Orchard & Winery! This professionally timed and chipped race is a great way to get moving and enjoy the beauty of the Huber's Farm. Walk, jog, run, or all three around the beautiful grounds and finish with a complimentary glass of wine or cider. All attendees receive a t-shirt, finisher's medal, and shatterproof souvenir wine glass. Registration required.
Saturdays on the Square: 10am-1pm. Check out local vendors on the Charlestown City Square every Saturday morning from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Saturdays on the Square Pop-up Market. Vendors range from local artists, craft makers, bakers, food, authors, civic groups, and more.
Afternoon Cruise: 12-2pm, Belle of Louisville Riverboats. Take it slow under the Southern sun with a delightful cruise along the Ohio River in Louisville. Your whole crew will enjoy the experience. Join us for a fun, informal excursion with free Adventure Passports for the kids. You can opt to enjoy a pre-selected boxed lunch on our Picnic Lunch or just sit back and enjoy the ride! Tickets required.
Pinkalicious: 12pm. Derby Dinner Playhouse. What happens when a little girl eats too many pink cupcakes? She turns pink, of course! See how Pinkalicious and her brother handle it in this hilarious musical based on the best-selling book.
Geography, History & Wildlife of the Falls: 2-4pm. The Falls of the Ohio is more than a geological wonder, it is a place the served as a focal point in history. George Rogers Clark founded Louisville and Clarksville, captured the Northwest Territory from the British. Free event.
The Sip: 4-8pm. Sip your way through regional wineries, craft distilleries, and local breweries while sampling bites from some of New Albany’s best restaurants. Enjoy live entertainment, interactive demonstrations, and cheer on your favorite bartender in our spirited Cocktail Competition. Tickets required.
Downs After Dark: 6pm. Churchill Downs. Tickets required.
Louisville Bats vs Scranton: 7:15pm. Louisville Slugger Field. Tickets required.
Moonlight Cruise: 8-10pm, Belle of Louisville Riverboats. There are few things as beautiful as Louisville in the moonlight aboard the Mary M. Miller. Enjoy yourself out on the river with a gentle breeze and a delicious cocktail and leave your troubles behind! Tickets required.
Sunday, June 22
Floyds Knobs Farmers Market: 9:30am-1:30pm. Intersection of Lawrence Banet Rd and Highway 150.
Day at the Races: 12:45pm. Churchill Downs. Tickets required.
Louisville Bats vs Scranton: 1:05pm. Louisville Slugger Field. Tickets required.
Trilobite Scavenger Hunt: 3-4pm. Falls of the Ohio State Park. A scavenger hunt! Participants will look for different color 3-D printed trilobites hiding in the outdoor classroom. Find one of each color and get a movable trilobite model. Naturalist at Heart volunteer Bob Thesier will talk about these extinction marine critters and how they lived. Your $2 program fee is covered by a grant from the Falls of the Ohio Foundation. Meets in the outdoor classroom, located across the parking lot from the interpretive center. Free event.
