In March, we’re looking forward to 101 things to do in Terre Haute including a St. Patrick’s parade, a silent disco, Spring Break fun, and more! Read on for details! 

101 Things to Do in March in Terre Haute and the Wabash Valley

Featured Event! Two sessions of swim lessons at Rose-Hulman Sports and Recreation Center.  

Scroll down to “2025 Swimming Lessons Registration Now Open!” 

Get ready for summer with swim lessons at the beautiful pool at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology!

Session Details:
Session 1: March 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, and 21
Session 2: March 31, April 2, 4, 7, 9, and 11

Class Times:
5:30 PM – 6:15 PM
6:30 PM – 7:15 PM

Cost:
$55 for residents of the Rose Community
$65 for residents of Terre Haute and surrounding communities

Wednesday, March 26. Curious Kids: Build a Boat at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 6–12: Your little engineer can test their skills and set sail on the high seas! Use common household objects to design and build a custom boat, then test if it can carry Lego® mini-figs to safety. 

Wednesday, March 26. Community Health Fair at the 12 Points library KITCHEN. Access expert care and essential resources at the Community Health Fair. The Union Hospital Family Medicine Residency program will provide family physicians, a psychologist, a respiratory therapist, and other specialists offering free medical screening and basic care. Additionally, other local organizations will be on hand to provide immunizations, dental exams and referrals, hygiene kits and seasonal need items, food education, Medicaid enrollment assistance, distribution of Narcan, and more. 

Wednesday, March 26. Stop Motion Claymation for teens at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 12–18: Create your own stop-motion film at Stop Motion Claymation for Teens. Begin by developing your storyboards, sculpt your characters and set, and learn how to shoot and assemble frames for your finished work. Work on your film may require attending monthly sessions.

Thursday, March 27. Pokemon Card Creation at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 6–15: Do you have a dream chase card? Or would you prefer to create your own one-of-a-kind Pokémon card? At Pokémon Card Creation, you can make your own shadowless Charizard card, give a “Driftalon” five hundred hit points, or dream up a shiny version of a Water-Psychic type! Draw your Pokémon on a double-sided card, add stats and special moves, and more!

Friday, March 28. Big Read Book Club: The Chance to Fly at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 8–12: Thirteen-year-old Zoe Washington dreams of the Broadway stage—and when she gets into Broadway Bound, a prestigious theater camp, she’s determined to prove herself! Born with cerebral palsy, Zoe struggles to overcome physical barriers, stereotypes, and her own self-doubt as she pursues the lead role in the camp’s production of Wicked in Ali Stroker’s The Chance to Fly. 

March 28-30. The Addams Family: Musical Comedy at Paris Center of Fine Arts. 

Saturday, March 29. “Welcome Home” dinner for Vietnam Veterans. This FREE dinner is intended for the men and women who set foot in Vietnam, flew over Vietnam, or served on a ship outside of Vietnam.
There is no hidden agenda, just a room full of Vietnam Veterans enjoying each other’s company with at least one thing in common, your service and sacrifice in Vietnam. 

Saturday, March 29. Decades of Pop at Tilson Auditorium with the Terre Haute Symphony Orchestra. This crossover eclectic show with vocalist Dan Domenech includes jazz selections by Duke Ellington and songs from the Wizard of Oz. The concert will then move on to a variety of pop hits. The artists/composers include Frank Sinatra, The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Freddie Mercury, Journey, Michael Jackson, and Pharrell Williams.

Saturday, March 29. Hoops for Hope with Chances and Services for Youth. Join CODA for Hoops for Hope, a 3×3 basketball tournament where proceeds will go to support CODA’s services. For $100, your 3-5 person team (ages 18+) can play to win the glory. Admission: 12 and under free, 13 and up $5. They will have concessions and a gift card raffle!

Saturday, March 29. Storybook Hike with the Oubache Land Conservancy. Ages 0 & Up: Grab your water bottle, put on your favorite hiking shoes, and join the Ouabache Land Conservancy for a trail hike followed by a nature-themed story at the Jackson-Schnyder Nature Preserve. Each route will be between 1 to 1.5 miles long, so make sure that you and your family wear appropriate clothing, bring plenty of water and trail snacks, and will be comfortable making the journey. 

Saturday, March 29. Fun Fest at Wigwam Skate and Event Center. 

Saturday, March 29. Clay County Gardening Expo. Free admission, gardening/plant vendors, hourly presentations. 

Monday, March 31. Playdough Palooza at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 3–12: You and your child can dive into an afternoon packed with squishy, creative fun at Playdough-Palooza. Explore themed stations that will let your imagination run wild. Craft your own monster, build Picasso-inspired abstract art, leave a mark with impression-making, let your imagination run wild with free play, or mix things up and make your own cloud dough! 

Monday, March 31. Creeper Countdown to A Minecraft Movie at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 10 & Up: Do you yearn for the mines? Then prepare to enter a world where the only limit on what you build and create is your imagination at the Creeper Countdown! Play Minecraft in the Library’s worlds, learn the basic game mechanics from fellow players and Library staff, or go on a quest to find Herobrine as you gather resources, craft items, and fight off mobs of Creepers. Afterall, that’s a lot of nice stuff you have. It would be a shame if something happened to it.

March 31-April 4. Spring Break Camp at Camp Navigate. Embrace change and new beginnings while school is out! 

March 31-April 4. Kids’ Spring Break at the Vigo County YMCA. Part-time and full-time options available! 

March 31-April 4. Fowler Park Spring Break Adventure Camp. Join for a week of fun and adventure at Fowler Park and Griffin Bike Park. Activities include games and sports, mountain biking, hiking, fishing and more. Be sure to pack clothes to be both inside and outside, comfortable shoes for outdoor activities and a sack lunch. Drop off will be at 8:00 am in the Fowler Park Log Barn and pick up will be at 5:00 pm at the Fowler Park Log Barn. Ages 8-15, registration is $150 per child for the week. For more information call the office at 812-462-3392 or email heather.milian@vigocounty.in.gov.

Monday, March 31. All American Circus in SULLIVAN, IN. 

Recurring events: 

• Mondays. Tiny Tot Time at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Introduce your infant or toddler to new books, experiences, and skills while you strengthen your bond with them at Tiny Tot Time! In this group setting, your child will interact with children their age, learn to listen to others as a librarian reads to them, and strengthen their hands through fingerplays, shakers, and scarves. 
• Mondays. Coffee and Crosswords at the 12 points branch of the Vigo County Public Library. 
• Tuesdays. ArtStart at the Vigo County Public Library. Young artists are invited to experience this free art program that uses books and corresponding art projects to encourage creativity. For children ages 3–5, accompanied by an adult.
• Tuesdays. Baby Lap Sit Storytime at the WEST Branch of the Vigo County Public Library. 
• Wednesdays. Music Makers Academy at the WEST branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Every session of Music Makers Academy will weave storytime with self-made music, furry friends, and guest musicians to build your child’s vocabulary, develop their imagination, and encourage them to explore.
• Wednesdays and Thursdays. Wiggle Worm Storytime at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. 

As always, typos happen and event details change. Please confirm with event hosts before finalizing your plans!

We’re looking for updates regarding the following 2024 events:

• Wabash Valley STEM Fest. 
• Spring Break Camps and Activities at Terre Haute Cheer University.
• Kids/Family Clay with Deming Park Pottery.
• Pi Day Fun Run.
• Open Hands Preschool Annual Vendor Fair.
• Goat Yoga at Old 40 Farm.

The fun has ended for these events:

Featured Event! Saturday, March 1. Silent Disco: An NEA Big Read Kickoff Party.  

All Ages: Grab a pair of headphones and get into the groove at the NEA 2025 Big Read Kickoff. At a silent disco, you control a personal sensory experience! Noise-canceling headphones and customizable volume settings allow you to shut out background noise—or you can turn up the volume to focus on the vibrations. Select from multiple music channels to show off your best moves. Do you or someone you know experience sensory overload or have other hearing impairments? A silent disco is a great way to experience music within a group setting, enjoy conversation without having to talk over the music and dance the day away without loud distractions.

When you step off the dance floor, pick up a copy of the NEA 2025 Big Read selection Sitting Pretty by Rebekah Taussig.  Learn more about the NEA Big Read at www.arts.gov/initiatives/nea-big-read. 

Featured event! Saturday, March 1. The Theater of Illusions at the Terre Haute Children’s Museum.

Jason the magician with be at the museum for two shows of his incredible magic at 11:30am and 12:30pm!Experience impossible shapes! See the science behind the magic! For all ages.

Members can reserve FREE tickets! Or tickets are included with admission for those purchasing a day pass.

Featured event! Saturday, March 1. The Wizard of Oz at Crossroads Repertory Theatre Auditions/Technical Interviews. 

Auditions and Technical interviews for the Crossroads Repertory Theatre season will be on Saturday, March 1, 2025. In-person and virtual submissions will be accepted. Casting all roles and hiring all production positions for the season. Every position is paid! Sign up for an audition and/or technical interview at www.crtauditions.com

Saturday, March 1. Camp Navigate Community Challenge 2025. The Community Challenge, Camp Navigate’s primary annual fundraiser, isn’t just about fun and games — it’s about investing in the future workforce, strengthening community bonds, and empowering youth. Proceeds from the event will help expand the Camp Navigate’s reach with a mobile leadership program that focuses on instilling employability skills, healthy habits, servant leadership, and a passion for community collaboration in the youth and future leaders of Terre Haute.

Saturday, March 1. Strategies of the Suffragists at the Vigo County History Center. The movement to get all American women to the ballot box stretched from the mid-19th to the early 20th century. The 19th Amendment to the Constitution represented the efforts of thousands of women – and men – in most of the states and territories of the United States. Starting simply, with lectures, letters, and petitions a giant network grew to incorporate a huge collection of strategies to gain first the attention of the legislator and the voter and then to achieve equal status at the polls. New technologies were embraced over the decades, including telephones, motion pictures, and even the earliest airplanes.

Saturday, March 1. Play It Forward: The Game Changer Event. The Wabash Valley Athletic Association (WVAA) is excited to host the “Play it Forward” fundraiser in Spring 2025. This fun and engaging event will feature a networking time with four competitive games in the ballroom, where attendees can join in the friendly competition while wearing their favorite team jerseys or colors. Guests will also enjoy a sit-down dinner, a raffle, a live auction with high-value items focused on unique “experiences,” and an awards presentation. It’s an evening designed to celebrate our local athletic community while raising funds to support WVAA’s initiatives. Join us for an unforgettable night of fun, competition, and philanthropy.

Saturday, March 1. Local talent benefit event and silent auction to support “Team Christy.” 

Saturday, March 1. 20th Annual Mardi Gras Party at Zorah Shrine Temple. Join for a night of music, dancing, and Mardi Gras fun! The event will feature a social hour, dinner, band, and silent auction. All proceeds benefit the Vigo County Shrine Club.

Saturday, March 1. Y Not Tri with the Vigo County YMCA. 

Saturday, March 1 and Sunday, March 2.  Parke County Maple Fair. Pancake meal served all day. Local artists and vendors selling handmade items. Located at The Parke County Fairgrounds 1472 N U.S. 41, Rockville, IN 47872. At winter’s end, Parke County’s Maple Syrup Producers begin tapping the maple trees that provide sugar water for making maple syrup. Join in on the fun the last weekend of February and the first weekend of March at the Parke County Maple Fair™. Travel country roads with world-famous covered bridges and tour maple syrup camps throughout the county. See how maple syrup is made down at the “sugar camp” and sample its wonderful flavor.

Monday, March 3.Lego Lab at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 6–11: Challenge your child’s construction skills, teamwork abilities, and creativity at Lego® Lab! Your child can attempt the monthly challenge or build their own designs. At the end of the evening, spend a few minutes touring everyone’s designs and learn how others solved problems in their own builds. Parents and caregivers with children under nine should assist with building. This event has been canceled. 

Tuesday, March 4.Crafting Creativity at the 12 Points branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 1–5: Every month, Crafting Creativity will introduce your child to a new method of creative expression. Each process-based project will encourage them to develop fine motor skills, explore their artistic side, and build their confidence! This event has been canceled. 

Tuesday, March 4.Indiana State University Performing Arts Series Presents: Celtic Angels. A celebration of everything Irish will touch American soil this spring when the energetic, exciting young stars of Celtic Angels Ireland tour the U.S. Through their shared zeal and passion for Ireland’s musical traditions, this troupe enables their audiences to experience the Real Ireland for the price of a concert ticket. Celebrating their cherished heritage through Irish dance, music, and song is something these entertainers take very seriously. You’ll be enthralled from the moment the lights dim as the sweet and stirring songs of Ireland, rigorously precise dances, and traditional musicianship carry you to Ireland on wings of music.

Tuesday, March 4, 11, and 18. Euchre Bustle at the 12 Points branch of the Vigo County Public Library. 

Wednesday, March 5. Free coworking day at The Station Terre Haute. Join on the first Wednesday of the month for our monthly Free Coworking Day! Stop by to meet our members, enjoy some coffee and see what our space is like.

Wednesday, March 5. UEFA Champions League: Playoffs at the Garage of the 12 Points Library. Ages 6–19: It’s the first knockout stage of the UEFA Champions League—will your favorite team be playing? Cheer on the sixteen teams as they go head-to-head in one of the two-leg knockout rounds to decide who proceeds to the quarterfinals at UEFA Champions League 2024-2025: Round of 16. Enjoy refreshments, socialize with other soccer fans, and complete activities as you watch.

Thursday, March 6. Cooking with Suzie Reedy at the Garage at the 12 Points library. Learn how to create spaghetti sauce! 

Thursday, March 6. Libratory at the WEST branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 6–11: Do you have a budding artist or a mad scientist whose creativity is waiting to be unleashed? Stop by the Libratory and get ready to experiment! Libratory takes ideas from some of your children’s favorite stories and turns them into concepts that they can experience hands-on. Your child might program a robot, help create and implement a plan to harvest rainwater for West Branch Library’s garden, or create an artistic masterpiece!

Thursday, March 6. Authors in the Making: An Amazon Publishing Guide at Haute Create at the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 16 & Up: Are you an aspiring author who is looking to publish your first book—or a seasoned pro who wants to learn more about self-publishing your books directly to Amazon? Reach an audience of millions, maintain control of the full rights of your book, and share your story as an ebook, paperback, or hardback using Kindle’s Direct Publishing.

Thursday, March 6. MagiKids at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 8–18: Start your child on the journey to becoming a powerful wizard with Magic: The Gathering, a turn-based trading card game, and MagiKids! Developed to introduce young players to the concepts of Magic: The Gathering, MagiKids encourages participants to sort and build their own custom deck of spells, creatures, and artifacts before they challenge other players to a game that relies on skill just as much as luck and that encourages them to use critical thinking skills to overcome the pitfalls of random chance.

March 1-7. Read Across America week with Once Upon a Child. 50% off all books, release of Seuss books/items, teachers/daycares/schools can request free book coupons! 

Thursday, March 6-Sunday, March 9. Fiddler on the Roof at Community Theatre of Clay County. 

Featured event! Friday, March 7. Riley Lions Club Fish Fry

Friday, March 7. Dine in or take out! Includes fish and sides (baked beans, applesauce, slaw) 

Friday, March 7. Handbuilt birdhouse class at Cupcakes’ Clay & Kiln in BRAZIL, IN. 

Friday, March 7. 3-on-3 basketball tournament at the Vigo County YMCA. 

Friday, March 7.Parents’ Night Out at First Southern Baptist Church of Terre Haute. Pizza, games, music, bible story, movie with popcorn. Babies, kids, and youth are welcome! FREE! 

Friday, March 7. Art Adventures at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 3–5: It’s time to get messy with Art Adventures! From painting with toy car wheels to making marbled paper with shaving cream, your child can experiment with unlimited ways to make art while improving their motor skills, developing their creativity, and increasing their confidence.

Friday, March 7. Music Makers Storytime at the WEST branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 2–5: Whether you’re looking to bond with your little one, meet new friends, or prepare for their first day at Kindergarten, you can capture your child’s imagination at Music Makers Storytime. At Music Makers Storytime, your child won’t be able to sit still as they dance to music, move with interactive books, play with scarves, egg shakers, and more.

Saturday, March 8. Swope Art Museum Mardi Gras: A Trip Around New Orleans. Experience the excitement of Mardi Gras right here in town! Put on your best mask and beads and get ready to dance the night away. Enjoy live music, delicious food, and colorful decorations that will transport you straight to New Orleans. This in-person event is the perfect way to celebrate Mardi Gras with friends and family.

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Saturday, March 8. Art Hacks: Mandala Rocks at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 19 & Up: Found on Aztec calendars to Instagram posts, mandalas—the Sanskrit word for ‘circles’—are a centuries-old art form whose creation can reduce stress, relax your mind, and encourage self-expression. At this session of Art Hacks, turn an ordinary rock into a colorful and mesmerizing piece of geometric art using basic painting techniques.

Saturday, March 8. Teen volunteer opportunity at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Youth ages 12-18 years old are invited to sign up for one or more of our Saturday or summer volunteer days throughout the year. Join other teens in sharing your time and talents — crafts, nail painting, music, games, activities and more — with the sisters and health care residents. Meet wonderful people, have fun and gain valuable volunteer experience. (Several of our wonderful, regular volunteers have received college scholarships in part due to their service with our sisters!) Our elder sisters, most of whom were former teachers, love to spend time with young people. You really will be bringing joy!

Saturday, March 8. ASL Storytime: Sign with Suzy at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 2–5: Introduce your little one to American Sign Language (ASL) with help from 2025’s Miss Indiana State University Suzy Head. In March, join the pageant queen as she teaches children how to count with her book Sign with Suzy: Numbers. In April, Sign with Suzy will continue with her most recently released book, Sign with Suzy: Colors. Suzy Head began studying ASL in the eighth grade, continued through high school, and has been using it for eight years. She is passionate about teaching children sign language to raise awareness of the Deaf community, foster empathy for those they might not often meet, and provide basic ASL skills to communicate with Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals.

Sunday, March 9. Sinfonietta Pops Orchestra Presents Sitting Pretty at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Enjoy an afternoon of orchestral and popular music inspired by the 2025 NEA Big Read selection, Rebekah Taussig’s Sitting Pretty. Admission is $10 per adult. Children and teens 18 and under and students with a valid student ID may attend for free.

Monday, March 10. Finding Your Roots at the WEST branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Uncover stories that bring your family history to life at Finding Your Roots! Through informative talks and research time, you will learn practical strategies for organizing your materials, conducting online research, leveraging census records, and applying FAN Club methods to discover connections. Made for those with some experience in genealogy, Finding Your Roots provides a friendly space for you to build your research skills. 

Monday, March 10. How to Talk About Disabilities at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Language and words shape the way that people understand, talk about, and represent disabilities and identities. Dr. Courtney Jarret, Director of Disability Services at Ball State University, will discuss how the framing of disability can influence perceptions, enforce negative stereotypes, or encourage inclusivity by highlighting the critical perspectives of authors and activists with disabilities. 

Wednesday, March 12. Homeschool Day at the Terre Haute Children’s Museum. Homeschool students are invited to a “field trip” at the Museum! Grab your fellow homeschool friends, come by and you’ll receive field trip pricing at the door. No reservation is necessary.

Wednesday, March 12. I think I can make bread and butter? Ages 16 & Up: Armed with enthusiasm, cookbooks, and instructional videos—but zero experience—12 Points Library manager Crystal Ward is diving into the world of homemade butter and bread. Join her hands-on adventure to learn the ins and outs of making these kitchen staples from scratch. Will she knead her way to success, or is the flour going to fly? Find out and try the results for yourself at I Think I Can Make Butter & Bread?

Wednesday, March 12. Breaking the Silence: Hidden Disabilities at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. People with hidden disabilities regularly face skepticism, misunderstanding, and stigma because their conditions are not obvious, which can impact their mental health, relationships, and opportunities. Marlene Lu, treasurer of the Arc of the Wabash Valley, will discuss what hidden disabilities are, how they impact individuals and those around them, and what accommodations can foster environments where individuals with hidden disabilities can thrive.

Wednesday, March 12. Decks, Dice, and Dominoes at the WEST branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Challenge friends and fellow enthusiasts to card, board, and tile games at Decks, Dice & Dominoes! Whether you’re a cunning tactician, a master bluffer, or a secret grandmaster, you can indulge in timeless traditional games like Euchre, chess, or dominoes, or discover new classics, including Settlers of Catan, Carcassonne, or Kingdomino!

Wednesday, March 12. Kids’ Yoga with the Cats. Join our adoptable felines in a kid friendly yoga with cats event! This gentle yoga session, instructed by Jaclynn, is great for kiddos ages 6+. Bring a parent/trusted adult along for this relaxing and fun yoga session! Cuddle time with the kitties included.

Wednesday, March 12. Homeschool Day at the Terre Haute Children’s Museum. Homeschool students are invited to a “field trip” at the Museum! Grab your fellow homeschool friends, come by and you’ll receive field trip pricing at the door. No reservation is necessary.

Featured Event! Wednesday, March 12. Mad Hatter Tea Party at the WEST Branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 21 & Up: Don’t be late for a very happy unbirthday at the Mad Hatter Tea Party. Delight in a British high tea that even the March Hare would envy while wearing your best Wonderland-inspired fashion. Costumes are not required but are recommended. 

Thursday, March 13. Read to Walter at the 12 Points branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 5–19: Is your child uncomfortable reading out loud? Maybe they just need a friendly ear—and Walter the Goldendoodle is ready to listen. Walter is a licensed therapy dog from the Alliance of Therapy Dogs who’s eager to hear a good story and whose calm presence will build your reluctant reader’s confidence. 

Thursday, March 13. Classic board games at the 12 Points branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 13–17: Challenge your friends to an evening of strategizing, solving mysteries, or rolling the dice for a big win at Classic Board Games & Buddies!

Thursday, March 13. Sweet Reads Book Club: Sitting Pretty at Amosami Cheesecake Company. Author Rebekah Taussig reflects on what it was like growing up as a paralyzed girl, what it means to live in a disabled body, and how disability affects us all in her memoir Sitting Pretty. Enjoy a sweet treat, good company, and a great book every month at the Sweet Reads Book Club.

Thursday, March 13.2nd Annual Dining in the Dark. Experience a unique dining experience at the 2nd Annual Dining in the Dark event hosted by The WILL Center – prepare to eat blindfolded!

Thursday, March 13. Community Resource Fair at the WEST branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Are you or someone you love struggling with mental health, addiction, childcare, employment, or living conditions? Find help at the Community Resource Fair! Over a dozen community organizations will offer free assistance to individuals, veterans, and families in need.

Friday, March 14. Curious Kids: Pi Day at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 6–12: Your child can go on a medieval mathematical adventure with Sir Cumference and the Dragon of Pi, find their birthdate within the numbers of Pi, and create a Pi Day bracelet while learning about this famous irrational number.

Friday, March 14. Green Dinner at the Vigo County Historical Museum to support 12 Points District. Build your own pasta bar, photobooth, activities. Wear green! 

Friday, March 14. Lonestar at Rose-Hulman Hatfield Hall. 

Friday, March 14. Regional Employment Opportunity Expo. 50+ employers, free resume reviews, free headshots, free seminars. 

Friday, March 14 and Saturday, March 15. Shattered Nightmares Haunted House. Curse of the Shamrock. 

Saturday, March 15. St. Patrick’s Day parade and Irish Dash. 

St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Terre Haute

Saturday, March 15. St. Patrick’s Day Dinner at The Ohio Building. Enjoy an evening of traditional Irish fair as well as live traditional Irish music!

Saturday, March 15. Wildflower Spring Market. Vendors, food trucks, live giveaways, and more!

Saturday, March 15. Wicked Mini Camp at Makers Studio in Twelve Points.  Drop off/pick up event with “Wicked” sweet treat and 3 projects! 

Saturday, March 15. Join the makers, bakers, and growers at the Terre Haute Farmer’s Market! 

Saturday, March 15. Paws with Purpose: ICAN Service Dogs at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 15 & Up: Service dogs play a critical role in promoting independence, providing support, and ensuring safety for many individuals with disabilities—and the Indiana Canine Assistant Network (ICAN) has been training these dogs for Indiana residents since 2001. Learn more about the various forms of assistance a service dog can provide from an ICAN handler and enjoy a demonstration of the cues from one of their service dogs. 

Saturday, March 15. Youth Softball Camp hosted by Terre Haute North. 

Saturday, March 15. Family Hike at Hawthorn Park. Gather your family and join us for our monthly hiking club with the VCPRD and the Vigo County Public Library! One Saturday of every month starting this March we’ll meet in one of our county parks to go on a guided hikes on some of our beautiful trails. Hikes will be at 10 am and last until about 11 am, though some can go longer. All ages are welcome!

Monday, March 17. Adventures Unbound: A Library D&D Campaign. Ages 16 & Up: Have you ever dreamed of being a formidable fighter wielding a broadsword or a cunning wizard with a tome of arcane spells in hand? Whether you’re an experienced dungeon crawler or new to the world of Dungeons & Dragons, Adventures Unbound will introduce you to new adventures and other travelers! 

Tuesday, March 18. Cozy Crafts: Animal Crossing. Ages 12–18: The next Bug-Off may be months away in the Northern Hemisphere, but you can get an early start at Cozy Crafts! Capture your favorite bug in Perler Beads and preserve it with a colorful frame to create a piece of art that even Flick would be impressed by. 

Tuesday, March 18 and 25. L’heure du Conte: Bilingual Storytime at the 12 Points branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 3–5: Parlez-vous français? You and your little one will enjoy exploring a new language at L’heure du Conte! Learn about French culture and language through songs, nursery rhymes, books, games, activities, and stories. 

Wednesday, March 19.Lego Lab at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 6–11: Challenge your child’s construction skills, teamwork abilities, and creativity at Lego® Lab! Your child can attempt the monthly challenge or build their own designs. At the end of the evening, spend a few minutes touring everyone’s designs and learn how others solved problems in their own builds. Parents and caregivers with children under nine should assist with building.

Wednesday, March 19. Sitting Pretty with the Cats at The Catmosphere Cat Cafe and Adoption Lounge. Author Rebekah Taussig reflects on what it was like growing up as a paralyzed girl, what it means to live in a body that doesn’t fit, and how disability affects us all in her memoir Sitting Pretty. A copy of the book will be reserved for you with your reservation. You will be notified when your copy is ready to pick up. 

Wednesday, March 19. Photo 101. Do you want to take better photos of your products or services but don’t know where to start? This one hour course can provide you with easy solutions to step up your photography game.

Featured Event! Community Theatre of Terre Haute presents: Honk!

Duck, duck, goose! It’s time to get your tickets for CT’s production of Honk! Filled with music, dancing, and an insane amount of poultry humor, this musical take on the classic tale of the ugly duckling is perfect for all ages.

Theatre for Young Audiences Musical | Rated: G

Music by George Stiles | Lyrics and Book by Anthony Drewe

Directed by Karen Crispin

Production Dates: March 14-16 | 21-23

Performance times: Fri./Sat. – 7:30pm | Sun. – 2:30pm

For ticket information, check out ctth.org!

Please contact tickets@ctth.org for any ticketing questions!

Thursday, March 20. Libratory at the WEST branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 6–11: Do you have a budding artist or a mad scientist whose creativity is waiting to be unleashed? Stop by the Libratory and get ready to experiment! Libratory takes ideas from some of your children’s favorite stories and turns them into concepts that they can experience hands-on. Your child might program a robot, help create and implement a plan to harvest rainwater for West Branch Library’s garden, or create an artistic masterpiece!

Thursday, March 20. The Best Ramen Noodles at the 12 Points library KITCHEN. Ages 14 & Up: Take “instant” to “incredible” at The Best Ramen Noodles! Learn how to personalize your favorite cup, packet, or microwavable noodles with new spices, extra protein, vegetables, and more at this hands-on demonstration.

Thursday, March 20. History Walk: Collett Park. All Ages: Travel back in time with Vigo County Historian Suzy Dunning and learn more about historic Collett Park, the oldest park in Terre Haute. Collet Park was established in the 1880s on property donated by railroad entrepreneur and philanthropist Josephus Collett and was a popular location for horse-and-buggy rides, band concerts, and picnics in the early 1900s. 

Thursday, March 20. MagiKids at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 8–18: Start your child on the journey to becoming a powerful wizard with Magic: The Gathering, a turn-based trading card game, and MagiKids! Developed to introduce young players to the concepts of Magic: The Gathering, MagiKids encourages participants to sort and build their own custom deck of spells, creatures, and artifacts before they challenge other players to a game that relies on skill just as much as luck and that encourages them to use critical thinking skills to overcome the pitfalls of random chance.

Thursday, March 20. Intro to 3D printing at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 9 & Up: Turn your ideas into reality with Intro to 3D Printing. Learn how to prepare a file for 3D printing using the Dremel DigiLab 3D Slicer software, prep the Dremel DigiLab 3D45 printers for use, and start your print! Each participant will receive a small 3D print to take home. 

Friday, March 21. Art Adventures at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 3–5: It’s time to get messy with Art Adventures! From painting with toy car wheels to making marbled paper with shaving cream, your child can experiment with unlimited ways to make art while improving their motor skills, developing their creativity, and increasing their confidence.

Friday, March 21. Buzzwords and Brews: Adult Spelling Bee at Afterburner Brewing Company. Ages 21 & Up: Flex your vocabulary and raise your glass at Buzzwords & Brews—a night of friendly competition, cold drinks, and words that pack a punch! Whether you’re a spelling whiz or looking to enjoy an evening out with friends, this is your chance to sip, spell, and shine.

March 21, 22, and 23. Mamma Mia at West Vigo High School.

Friday, March 21 and Saturday, March 22. TableScapes hosted by ArtsIlliana. 

Saturday, March 22. Future Braves Experience Cheer Clinic. Current 5th to 11th graders. Athletic wear and tennis shoes required. $35 fee includes t-shirt. 

Saturday, March 22. Sonia Kovalevsky Math Day for Girls: The Art of Mathematics. If you are a girl with an interest in mathematics, this event is for you! Each year, Rose-Hulman professors and math and biomath majors invite high school students to campus to participate in engaging and interactive sessions that focus on applications of mathematics. This event, which is open to all students who are currently in a high school level mathematics class, pays tribute to Sonia Kovalevsky – a pioneer for female mathematicians. Sonia Kovalevsky Days have been held at colleges and universities throughout the world for over 20 years to encourage young women and others whose gender has typically been underrepresented in STEM to continue their study of mathematics. This free event is sponsored by the Department of Mathematics and the Rose-Hulman Student Chapter of the Association for Women in Mathematics (AWM). 

Featured Event! Riley Lions Second Chance Prom

Saturday, March 22. Dancing, food, prizes, raffle, DJ Bernie MccGee. All proceeds benefit Lifeline Youth and Family Services and Loyal Veterans Battalion. 

Call or text 812-208-1916 to reserve advance pricing. These tickets will be held at will call at the door.

Tickets can also be purchased in advance at:

• Hair at Home 8816 Bono Road, Terre Haute, IN 47802
• Wabash Valley Massage 203 E Voorhees, Terre Haute, IN 47802
• Angela’s Pet Spa (600 E. Voorhees, Terre Haute and 7734 State Road 46 in Riley)

Saturday, March 22 and Sunday, March 23. Dinosaur Adventure in Terre Haute at the Vigo County Fairgrounds. Step into the world of prehistoric giants at Dinosaur Adventure, a unique exhibit showcasing life-sized, realistic dinosaurs that move and roar just like the real thing! Kids can dive into fun-filled activities, including Jurassic scooters, themed obstacle courses, dinosaur rides, and more!

Tuesday, March 25. Animals around the world at the MAIN branch of the Vigo County Public Library. Ages 6–15: Travel to deep, dark jungles, arid deserts, and even the frigid Arctic in search of reptilian, avian, and furry friends at Animals Around the World! In every session, your child will learn about a unique animal through stories and crafts—and may even get to meet the featured animal.