HAMCO HAPPENINGS: NOV 16-17 WEEKEND - top free family events this weekend in Hamilton County Indiana

The cooler temps and gray skies are here, but there are still plenty of fun and free indoor and outdoor family events and activities in Hamilton County this weekend to boost your mood.

Saturday is all about LibraryCon! at the Fishers Library. All the details are below as well as a few of the other top events happening this weekend.

If you have extra time, I recommend visiting the Children's Garden at Coxhall Gardens. My daughter and I took a guided tour on Thursday, and the place is incredible. I cannot believe we had never been there before!

Also, if you missed the Annual Model Railroad Meet at the Carmel Library last weekend, check out our recap.

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SATURDAY

Hand Sewn Drawstring Dice Bags - Fishers Library

This activity is open all day long in the Ignite Studio at the Fishers Library. I had a blast making my own dice bag last Friday while the kids molded clay from the studio kits.

Library Con! - Fishers Library

Stop by the Fishers Library from 10AM – 2PM for a variety of workshops, live performances, games, crafts, vendors, artists, and more in an all-ages event celebrating fandom and geeky goodness! Check out the selfie station, 360° video booth, open gaming, 3D needle felting, trivia, face painting, temporary tattoos, dancing, music, parade, and so much more. The full list of activities and details can be found here.

Paws to Read - Carmel Library

Children ages 6 - 12 of all reading and comfort levels can register to read to a therapy dog for 15 minutes from 2:30PM - 3:30PM. Registration is first come, first served starting at 1:30PM.

Friendsgiving Fireside Feast - Cool Creek Nature Center

Join in celebration around the campfire from 4:30PM - 7PM, where participants will cook, share, and enjoy a delicious meal in the great outdoors. Bring an item to contribute, learn basic campfire cooking skills, and savor a communal feast in a cozy, nature-filled setting. All ages welcome. Registration here is required.

Explore the Cosmos - Cool Creek Nature Center

Here is another exciting event going on Saturday from 5PM - 7:30PM at Cool Creek Nature Center. Learn about the moon before heading outside to observe the night sky. Bring your own telescope or use the host’s. Best for ages 10+. Registration here is preferred.

SUNDAY

Puzzle and Board Game Exchange - Carmel Library

The puzzle and board game exchange table will be up in the Carmel Library for two weeks from Sunday, November 17 - Sunday, December 1. Bring in your gently used puzzles and games, and trade them in for new challenges.

Nature Sunday School - Cool Creek Nature Center

Learn all about deer from 2PM - 3PM, and enjoy an exploratory activity. Best for ages 10+. Registration here is required. This week my daughter and I participated in the Preschool Nature Explorers class about turtles and tortoises. All their classes are so informative and entertaining.

Sunday Stories - Noblesville Library

Ages 2 and up can hear stories, sing songs, make a craft, and dance together. No registration required.

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More events and details at www.freetimefamily.com. We hope you and your family have a fantastic weekend exploring Hamilton County together!