Upcoming Events

You can't say "there's nothing to do around here", Blackford County is a happening place.

Look for more upcoming events pinned at the top of our Blackford Directory Facebook page.

I'm working on adding a combined community calendar to this page. Until then, you'll find links to over a dozen independent community event lists/calendars on the Community Callenders page.

Follow Tim - The Non-Sports Guy on Facebook for even more events in Blackford County and surrounding communities.

Looking for Hartford City Heritage Days, Montpelier Jamboree, or Blackford County 4-H Fair? Visit our Festivals page.

Tuesday, October 6

8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Hartford City) EARLY VOTING | Blackford County Courthouse, 110 W Washington St

Early in-person voting for the 2026 General Election.

9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Ages 55+. Open every weekday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Today's schedule: 10:00 AM Exercise; 10:00 AM Mexican Train Dominos; 11:30 AM Lunch by Obi's Outpost.

10:00 AM–5:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY ARTS CENTER OPEN HOURS | Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center, 107 W Washington St

Public open hours at Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center. 765-348-4154 • bcac@myartsplace.org • www.myartsplace.org

11:00 AM (Upland) UPLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY REOPENS | Upland Public Library

Upland Public Library reopens for full services following construction.

12:00 PM (Montpelier) MONTPELIER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEETING | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St

Monthly Montpelier Chamber of Commerce meeting, held on the first Tuesday of the month. 765-728-2600 • Montpeliercc@gmail.com

4:00 PM–5:00 PM (Montpelier) SENIOR FITNESS CLASS | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St
Senior Fitness class at the Montpelier Civic Center. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00–5:00 PM.

4:00 PM–5:30 PM (Hartford City) LEGO CLUB | Hartford City Public Library

Weekly free-build LEGO Club in the children’s department. The library has patterns and instructions available for anyone who wants them.

5:00 PM–6:30 PM (Dunkirk) TUESDAY DINNER — SMASH BURGERS | Dunkirk Elks Lodge #1776, 1026 S Main St

Tuesday dinner featuring smash burgers with French fries, baked beans and dessert. Dine-in and carryout available. Everyone welcome. Call 765-768-6134 for carryout. Substitutions may be made if necessary.

5:00 PM–7:00 PM (Hartford City) TACO TUESDAY & QUEEN OF HEARTS | AMVETS Post #23, 902 S Walnut St

Open to the public. Kitchen serves Taco Tuesday from 5:00–7:00 PM. Queen of Hearts ticket sales cut off at 6:45 PM and the drawing is at 7:00 PM. Must be present to win the whole jackpot; half is paid if the winner is not there. 765-348-5108.

5:30 PM–7:30 PM (Hartford City) CERAMIC BOOK ENDS WITH KATIE CALE | Blackford County Arts Center, 107 W Washington St

Cozy Series ceramic class with Katie Cale. Ages 12–99. Create ceramic book ends for your favorite reads. $25. Pre-registration required by October 5 at 11:59 PM; no walk-ins.

6:00 PM–7:00 PM (Montpelier) PILATES CLASS | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St

Weekly Tuesday Pilates class at the Montpelier Civic Center. Free for members, $5 for non-members.

Wednesday, October 7

8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Hartford City) EARLY VOTING | Blackford County Courthouse, 110 W Washington St

Early in-person voting for the 2026 General Election.

9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Ages 55+. Open every weekday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Today's schedule: 9:30–11:30 AM Medicare Open Enrollment with Sarah Foust; 10:00 AM Mexican Train Dominos; 11:30 AM Lunch.

11:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) 11TH ANNUAL BOOK SIGNING BENEFIT | Common Grounds Coffee House

Annual book signing benefit supporting Pacific Garden Mission. Bill Clark will sign his new book "Dare B. Strong, Book One," other inspirational books and Chicken Soup for the Soul books featuring his stories. Several drawings will also be held. Everyone is invited.

11:00 AM–6:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY ARTS CENTER OPEN HOURS | Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center, 107 W Washington St

Public open hours at Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center. 765-348-4154 • bcac@myartsplace.org • www.myartsplace.org

3:30 PM–5:30 PM (Montpelier) MONTPELIER HISTORY CLUB | Grace Community Church
Weekly Wednesday-afternoon Montpelier History Club meeting. Students of all ages are welcome.

5:00 PM (Hartford City) WEDNESDAY DINNER, QUEEN OF HEARTS & BINGO | Hartford City Elks Lodge #625

Open to the public. Kitchen opens at 5:00 PM, Early Bird Bingo begins at 6:00 PM and regular Bingo begins at 6:30 PM. Queen of Hearts is also part of the Wednesday evening activities. Elks: 765-348-9953.

6:00 PM (Montpelier) COMMUNITY MEAL | Cornerstone Community Church of the Nazarene, 440 N Standard Blvd

Free community meal followed by a devotional. Held on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:00 PM.

7:00 PM (Hartford City) QUEEN OF HEARTS | Hartford City American Legion Post 159

Weekly Queen of Hearts drawing. Open to the public and family friendly. Tickets must be purchased by 6:50 PM; drawing at 7:00 PM.

Thursday, October 8

8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Hartford City) EARLY VOTING | Blackford County Courthouse, 110 W Washington St

Early in-person voting for the 2026 General Election.

9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Ages 55+. Open every weekday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Today's schedule: 10:00 AM Exercise; 10:00 AM Mexican Train Dominos; 11:30 AM Lunch by The Waters of Hartford City.

10:30 AM–2:00 PM (Upland) RILEY FUNDRAISER | Afena Federal Credit Union — Upland Branch

Fundraiser supporting Riley Children's Hospital sponsored by Afena Federal Credit Union's Upland Branch. Pulled pork meals are $7 and include a pulled pork sandwich, creamy coleslaw and mac & cheese. Sandwiches are available for $5. Every meal purchased helps support children and families served by Riley Children's Hospital.

3:00 PM–6:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY ARTS CENTER OPEN HOURS | Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center, 107 W Washington St

Public open hours at Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center. 765-348-4154 • bcac@myartsplace.org • www.myartsplace.org

4:00 PM–5:00 PM (Montpelier) SENIOR FITNESS CLASS | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St
Senior Fitness class at the Montpelier Civic Center. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00–5:00 PM.

4:30 PM (Upland) UPLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY RIBBON CUTTING & GRAND OPENING | Upland Public Library

Ribbon cutting and grand opening celebrating the newly renovated Upland Public Library. Visitors can see the new space, and those who sign up for the library newsletter at the event receive a free Ivanhoe's shake.

6:00 PM–7:00 PM (Montpelier) DANCE 2 FIT FITNESS CLASS | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St
Dance 2 Fit class at the Montpelier Civic Center. Meets Mondays and Thursdays from 6:00–7:00 PM. Free to members; $5 per class for non-members.

6:00 PM–8:00 PM (Poneto) A BETTER LIFE–BRIANNA’S HOPE — MONTPELIER CHAPTER | Southern Wells Community Church, 9450 S 300 W
Weekly Thursday recovery meeting. Dinner is served from 6:00–6:30 PM, followed by Support & Recovery from 6:30–8:00 PM. 260-273-0084 or 260-273-2399 • info@ablbh.org • www.ablbh.org

Friday, October 9

8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Hartford City) EARLY VOTING | Blackford County Courthouse, 110 W Washington St

Early in-person voting for the 2026 General Election.

9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Ages 55+. Open every weekday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Today's schedule: 10:00 AM Mexican Train Dominos; 11:30 AM Lunch.

10:30 AM–2:00 PM (Upland) RILEY FUNDRAISER | Afena Federal Credit Union — Upland Branch

Fundraiser supporting Riley Children's Hospital sponsored by Afena Federal Credit Union's Upland Branch. Pulled pork meals are $7 and include a pulled pork sandwich, creamy coleslaw and mac & cheese. Sandwiches are available for $5. Every meal purchased helps support children and families served by Riley Children's Hospital.

4:00 PM–5:00 PM (Montpelier) MONTPELIER PARKS BOARD MEETING | Montpelier City Hall, 300 W Huntington St

Public meeting of the Montpelier Parks Board. Meets the second Friday of each month from 4:00–5:00 PM.

Saturday, October 10

9:00 AM (TBA) BLACKFORD ARC (AMATEUR RADIO CLUB) MONTHLY BREAKFAST | Location TBA

Monthly breakfast of Blackford ARC, held on the second Saturday of each month at 9:00 AM. Location is announced monthly on the Blackford ARC Facebook group.

2:00 PM (Hartford City) PUMPKIN PAINTING PARTY | Founders (Sigma Phi Gamma) Park

Free annual pumpkin painting event for local kids presented by the Hartford City Public Library. Sign up in the library's Children's Department.

4:30 PM–7:00 PM (Montpelier) DAN’S FISH FRY | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St

All-you-can-eat fish fry at the Montpelier Civic Center. Tickets are available through the Montpelier Civic Center and Neff Realty. Kids $7 - Adults $12 in advance, $15 at the door.

6:00 PM (Matthews) THE LEFEVRE QUARTET + DEVIN & CAMILLE CUNNINGHAM | Epworth Church, 105 W 8th St

Doors open at 5:00 PM and the concert begins at 6:00 PM. Tickets are $15 in advance or at the door if available; a love offering will also be received. More information: https://www.epworthworship.com/

Sunday, October 11

11:00 AM–6:00 PM (Dunkirk) ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT FISH & CHICKEN FRY BENEFIT | Dunkirk American Legion, 118 W Commerce St

All-you-can-eat fish and chicken fry benefit supporting Secret Families Christmas Charity of Jay County. $15 for adults; children at a reduced price. Includes baked beans, coleslaw and applesauce. General public welcome. Sponsored by the Legionnaires, Sons & Auxiliary.

3:00 PM (Hartford City) TEXAS HOLD’EM | Hartford City Elks Lodge #625

Weekly Sunday Texas Hold’em at Hartford City Elks Lodge #625.

Monday, October 12
INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY (COLUMBUS DAY)

9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Ages 55+. Open every weekday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Today's schedule: 10:00 AM Mexican Train Dominos; 11:30 AM Lunch; 12:45 PM Bridge.

9:00 AM–4:00 PM (Montpelier) MONTPELIER COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY | Montpelier Community Food Pantry, 115 S Main St

Community food pantry open every Monday from 9:00 AM–4:00 PM. More information: www.MontpelierCommunityFoodPantry.org

4:00 PM–5:30 PM (Hartford City) FREESTYLE ART CLUB | Hartford City Public Library

Weekly supervised creativity time for teens ages 13–18 in the children’s department. The library provides the supplies; teens bring the ideas.

4:30 PM (Hartford City) TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meeting.

5:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD PRIMARY SCHOOL FOOD PANTRY | Blackford Primary School, 400 E McDonald St

Food pantry for families with students attending Blackford Primary School.

6:00 PM (Upland) THE TABLE COMMUNITY MEAL | Upland Community Center, 403 W Washington St

Free community meal offering an opportunity to meet and get to know neighbors. Part of The Table Community Meal series.

6:00 PM–7:00 PM (Montpelier) DANCE 2 FIT FITNESS CLASS | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St

Dance 2 Fit class at the Montpelier Civic Center. Meets Mondays and Thursdays from 6:00–7:00 PM. Free to members; $5 per class for non-members.

6:00 PM (Montpelier) MONTPELIER COMMON COUNCIL MEETING | Montpelier City Hall, 300 W Huntington St

Public meeting of the Montpelier Common Council. Meets the second Monday of each month at 6:00 PM.

7:30 PM (Montpelier) MONDAY PUBLIC NIGHT & QUEEN OF HEARTS | Montpelier American Legion Post 156

Open to the public. Food is available with the menu varying weekly. Last game ticket sale is at 7:15 PM; drawing at 7:30 PM.

Tuesday, October 13
NAVY BIRTHDAY

8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Hartford City) EARLY VOTING | Blackford County Courthouse, 110 W Washington St

Early in-person voting for the 2026 General Election.

9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Ages 55+. Open every weekday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Today's schedule: 10:00 AM Exercise; 10:00 AM Mexican Train Dominos; 11:30 AM Lunch by Pizza Hut.

10:00 AM (Hartford City) HARTFORD CITY REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION | Hartford City Hall, 700 N Walnut St

Public meeting of the Hartford City Redevelopment Commission. Meets the second Tuesday of each month at 10:00 AM.

10:00 AM–5:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY ARTS CENTER OPEN HOURS | Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center, 107 W Washington St

Public open hours at Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center. 765-348-4154 • bcac@myartsplace.org • www.myartsplace.org

4:00 PM–5:00 PM (Montpelier) SENIOR FITNESS CLASS | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St
Senior Fitness class at the Montpelier Civic Center. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00–5:00 PM.

4:00 PM–5:30 PM (Hartford City) LEGO CLUB | Hartford City Public Library

Weekly free-build LEGO Club in the children’s department. The library has patterns and instructions available for anyone who wants them.

5:00 PM–6:30 PM (Dunkirk) TUESDAY DINNER — BAKED TENDERLOIN & GRAVY | Dunkirk Elks Lodge #1776, 1026 S Main St

Tuesday dinner featuring baked tenderloin & gravy with mashed potatoes, vegetables, roll & butter and dessert. Dine-in and carryout available. Everyone welcome. Call 765-768-6134 for carryout. Substitutions may be made if necessary.

5:00 PM–7:00 PM (Hartford City) TACO TUESDAY & QUEEN OF HEARTS | AMVETS Post #23, 902 S Walnut St

Open to the public. Kitchen serves Taco Tuesday from 5:00–7:00 PM. Queen of Hearts ticket sales cut off at 6:45 PM and the drawing is at 7:00 PM. Must be present to win the whole jackpot; half is paid if the winner is not there. 765-348-5108.

6:00 PM–7:00 PM (Montpelier) PILATES CLASS | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St

Weekly Tuesday Pilates class at the Montpelier Civic Center. Free for members, $5 for non-members.

6:00 PM (Hartford City) HARTFORD CITY PARKS BOARD | Hartford City Hall, 700 N Walnut St

Public meeting of the Hartford City Parks Board. Meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM

Wednesday, October 14

8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Hartford City) EARLY VOTING | Blackford County Courthouse, 110 W Washington St

Early in-person voting for the 2026 General Election.

9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Ages 55+. Open every weekday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Today's schedule: 10:00 AM Mexican Train Dominos; 11:30 AM Lunch; 12:30 PM Bingo by Envive Healthcare of Hartford City.

11:00 AM–6:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY ARTS CENTER OPEN HOURS | Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center, 107 W Washington St

Public open hours at Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center. 765-348-4154 • bcac@myartsplace.org • www.myartsplace.org

1:45 PM (Montpelier) MONTPELIER STORM WATER BOARD | Montpelier City Hall, 300 W Huntington St

Public meeting of the Montpelier Storm Water Board. Meets at 1:45 PM on the first Wednesday following the second Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.

2:00 PM (Montpelier) MONTPELIER BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS & SAFETY | Montpelier City Hall, 300 W Huntington St

Public meeting of the Montpelier Board of Public Works & Safety. Meets at 2:00 PM on the first Wednesday following the second Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.

2:00 PM (Hartford City) PROPERTY STANDARDS BOARD | Hartford City Hall, 700 N Walnut St

Public meeting of the Hartford City Property Standards Board. Meets the second Wednesday of each month at 2:00 PM.

3:30 PM–5:30 PM (Montpelier) MONTPELIER HISTORY CLUB | Grace Community Church
Weekly Wednesday-afternoon Montpelier History Club meeting. Students of all ages are welcome.

5:00 PM (Hartford City) WEDNESDAY DINNER, QUEEN OF HEARTS & BINGO | Hartford City Elks Lodge #625

Open to the public. Kitchen opens at 5:00 PM, Early Bird Bingo begins at 6:00 PM and regular Bingo begins at 6:30 PM. Queen of Hearts is also part of the Wednesday evening activities. Elks: 765-348-9953.

7:00 PM (Hartford City) QUEEN OF HEARTS | Hartford City American Legion Post 159

Weekly Queen of Hearts drawing. Open to the public and family friendly. Tickets must be purchased by 6:50 PM; drawing at 7:00 PM.

Thursday, October 15

8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Hartford City) EARLY VOTING | Blackford County Courthouse, 110 W Washington St

Early in-person voting for the 2026 General Election.

9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Ages 55+. Open every weekday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Today's schedule: 10:00 AM Exercise; 10:00 AM Mexican Train Dominos; 11:30 AM Lunch by Richards Restaurant.

10:00 AM (Hartford City) SECOND HARVEST TAILGATE | Blackford County Fairgrounds, 310 E Park Ave

Second Harvest tailgate distribution. Please arrive no earlier than 8:00 AM; distribution continues while supplies last. Everyone is welcome regardless of home county or reason for need; no ID, proof of address or income required.

12:00 PM (Hartford City) HARTFORD CITY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OPEN BOARD MEETING | Location announced for each meeting

Monthly open board meeting of the Hartford City Chamber of Commerce. Everyone is welcome. The meeting location varies and is announced by the Chamber through email and Facebook.

3:00 PM–6:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY ARTS CENTER OPEN HOURS | Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center, 107 W Washington St

Public open hours at Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center. 765-348-4154 • bcac@myartsplace.org • www.myartsplace.org

4:00 PM (Hartford City) DUPLICATE BRIDGE | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Duplicate Bridge.

4:00 PM–5:00 PM (Montpelier) SENIOR FITNESS CLASS | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St

Senior Fitness class at the Montpelier Civic Center. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00–5:00 PM.

4:00 PM–6:00 PM (Montpelier) MONTPELIER COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY | Montpelier Community Food Pantry, 115 S Main St

Community food pantry open every Thursday from 4:00–6:00 PM. More information: www.MontpelierCommunityFoodPantry.org

4:00 PM–6:00 PM (Montpelier) SECOND HARVEST MOBILE MARKET | Cornerstone Community Church of the Nazarene, 440 N Standard Blvd

Second Harvest Food Bank Mobile Market offering a balanced selection of food and other resources at no cost. No ID or proof of income required. Held on the third Thursday of each month. Contact Mack Kemp at mkemp@curehunger.org or 765-287-2061.

5:30 PM–7:30 PM (Hartford City) BEGINNER TO INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR WITH SCOTT ANDERSON | Blackford County Arts Center, 107 W Washington St

Beginner to intermediate watercolor course with Scott Anderson. Meets Thursdays from October 15 through November 19, 5:30–7:30 PM. Ages 12–99. $90. Financial assistance available. Pre-registration required by October 14 at 11:59 PM; no walk-ins.

6:00 PM–8:00 PM (Hartford City) COOKIES & CANVAS: OCTOBER WITH LYDIA ROWLES | Blackford County Arts Center, 107 W Washington St

Paint-along class with Lydia Rowles featuring a spooky pumpkin and witch's hat beneath a full moon. Ages 12–99. $20. Financial assistance available. Pre-registration required by October 14 at 11:59 PM; no walk-ins.

6:00 PM–7:00 PM (Montpelier) DANCE 2 FIT FITNESS CLASS | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St
Dance 2 Fit class at the Montpelier Civic Center. Meets Mondays and Thursdays from 6:00–7:00 PM. Free to members; $5 per class for non-members.

6:00 PM–8:00 PM (Poneto) A BETTER LIFE–BRIANNA’S HOPE — MONTPELIER CHAPTER | Southern Wells Community Church, 9450 S 300 W
Weekly Thursday recovery meeting. Dinner is served from 6:00–6:30 PM, followed by Support & Recovery from 6:30–8:00 PM. 260-273-0084 or 260-273-2399 • info@ablbh.org • www.ablbh.org

Friday, October 16

8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Hartford City) EARLY VOTING | Blackford County Courthouse, 110 W Washington St

Early in-person voting for the 2026 General Election.

9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Ages 55+. Open every weekday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Today's schedule: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM United Health Care Presentation; 10:00 AM Mexican Train Dominos; 11:30 AM Lunch.

5:00 PM (Upland) FALL 2026 ADULT LADIES HORSE CAMP | Rope This Ranch, 9164 E 825 S

Three-day camp through Sunday at 3:00 PM covered by one registration. Includes horsemanship instruction, yoga on horseback, communication/liberty/trails/obstacles, meals and Sunday Bible study/worship. Camping, stalls and use of a ranch horse are available separately.

Saturday, October 17

7:00 AM–10:00 AM (Montpelier) MONTPELIER MASONIC LODGE #220 BREAKFAST | Corner of High & Grant St

Third-Saturday all-you-can-eat pancake and sausage breakfast. $5 for adults and $2 for children 12 and under. Carryouts available; call 765-348-9271 to place an order.

8:30 AM (Pennville) PENNVILLE PUMPKIN FESTIVAL 5K RUN/WALK | Pennville Community Park, 235 E North St

Festival 5K beginning and ending at Pennville Community Park. Race-day registration begins at 6:30 AM and closes at 8:15 AM. Early registration $25; race-day $30; limited to 100 entries.

9:00 AM–3:00 PM (Hartford City) HOLIDAY CRAFT BAZAAR | Blackford County 4-H Building, 310 E Park Ave

Annual Holiday Craft Bazaar presented by Blackford County Extension Homemakers featuring gifts, crafts, food and a Kids Korner for children while parents shop. Lunch is available with soup and sandwiches.

9:00 AM–12:00 PM (Montpelier) MONTPELIER FARMERS MARKET | Gazebo Park, Jefferson & IN-18

Community farmers market featuring farmers, bakers, makers, artisans, crafters and other local vendors. No vendor fee.

10:30 AM (Pennville) PENNVILLE PUMPKIN FESTIVAL PARADE | Pennville

Parade lineup begins at 10:00 AM on Lagro Street and the parade starts at 10:30 AM.

11:00 AM (Pennville) GIANT PUMPKIN CONTEST | Pennville Pumpkin Festival / Pennville Park

Registration runs 9:00–10:00 AM, weigh-off at 11:00 AM and awards at 1:00 PM. Open, junior and field-pumpkin divisions; open first prize is $2,000, with a $500 Legacy Prize for a new festival record over 1,750 pounds.

11:00 AM–4:00 PM (Pennville) PENNVILLE PUMPKIN FESTIVAL | Pennville Park, 235 E North St

Fall festival with games and activities, vendor booths, food, demonstrations, contests and more.

11:00 AM–2:00 PM (Pennville) PENNVILLE PUMPKIN FESTIVAL CAR SHOW | Pennville

Festival car show with door prizes and a 50/50 drawing.

11:30 AM (Pennville) COSTUME CONTEST | Pennville Pumpkin Festival Stage Area

Costume contest following the parade, with prizes in age groups 0–2, 3–5, 6–9, 10–12 and 13–18, plus a Family category.

12:00 PM (Hartford City) BENEFIT RIDE FOR MIKE OVERLA | Founders (Sigma Phi Gamma) Park

Benefit ride supporting stroke survivor Mike Overla with medical expenses and bills. Registration begins at 11:00 AM and kickstands are up at noon. Motorcycles and cars welcome. $10 per adult and $5 per child age 10 and under. Pulled pork dinner included after the ride. 50/50 tickets available. For more information, contact Vicky at 765-329-4287 or Michelle at 765-667-3761.

1:00 PM (Pennville) 2ND ANNUAL SCARECROW CONTEST | Pennville Pumpkin Festival

Judging begins at 1:00 PM; entries must be received before noon. Categories are General and Businesses/Clubs/Organizations, with first, second and third places in each.

2:00 PM (Montpelier) HARVEST & VINE MARKET | Dash 90 Wines, 6750 W 900 S-90

Fall market featuring local vendors with unique handmade goods, home décor, boutiques, baked treats and more. Texas Tenderloin is available during the weekend; Dylan Raymond performs later that evening. Venue information: https://dash90wines.com/

2:00 PM (Pennville) SKILLET THROWING CONTEST | Pennville Pumpkin Festival

Festival skillet-throwing competition.

3:00 PM–6:00 PM (Hartford City) PAUL MILLER II MEMORIAL CAR SHOW | The Lighthouse Church, 333 W Walnut St

Community car show celebrating the life and legacy of Paul Miller II. All makes and models are welcome. Registration is from 2:00–3:00 PM, with the car show from 3:00–6:00 PM. Includes trophies, music, food and raffles. Family friendly. All proceeds benefit local charities.

4:00 PM–7:00 PM (Hartford City) DAN'S FISH AND CHICKEN FRY | Hartford City Fire Department

All-you-can-eat fish and chicken fry benefiting the Hartford City Fire Department. Adults $13; children ages 5–13 $9; children under 5 free. Tickets can be purchased at the Hartford City Fire Station or from any member of the Hartford City Fire Department.

4:00 PM–7:00 PM (Pennville) PENNVILLE ANNUAL HOG ROAST | Pennville Volunteer Fire Station, 105 N Washington St

Annual hog roast benefiting the Pennville Volunteer Fire Department. $8 per person includes pork with BBQ sauce, applesauce, baked beans, dessert and a drink. Bags of pork will also be available for $20 beginning at 5:00 PM.

4:30 PM–7:00 PM (McNatt) PORK CHOP SUPPER | McNatt Church, 1 mile west of SR 3 on 800 S

Pork chop supper. Free-will donation.

5:00 PM (Montpelier) 2026 ANNUAL HALLOWEEN PARTY AT THE WOODS | Clark's Woods, N 800 E & E 400 N

Free annual Halloween party with haunted trails, including Granny's Porch for younger children with a scavenger hunt and a second trail designed for those wanting more scares. Also includes games, photo opportunities, a hayride, bonfire, chili over the fire, hot dogs, marshmallows and goodies. Trails open at 5:00 PM. Donations are appreciated but not expected. Contact Jennifer Barton or Linda Stiles through Facebook Messenger, or text Jennifer at 765-499-5088.

6:00 PM–9:00 PM (Montpelier) DYLAN RAYMOND | Dash 90 Wines, 6750 W 900 S-90

Nashville recording artist Dylan Raymond performs modern and classic country during Harvest & Vine weekend. Venue information: https://dash90wines.com

6:00 PM–10:30 PM (Montpelier) THE HOOSIER HUSTLE | Montpelier Speedway, 700 S Jefferson St

Montpelier Speedway racing event featuring 410 Non Wing Sprint Cars, UMP Modifieds and Street Stocks. Pit gates open at 3:00 PM, grandstands at 4:00 PM, hot laps and qualifying begin at 6:00 PM and racing begins at 7:00 PM. Adults $15 general admission; children 12 and under free; pit passes $30; parking free.

Sunday, October 18

3:00 PM (Hartford City) TEXAS HOLD’EM | Hartford City Elks Lodge #625

Weekly Sunday Texas Hold’em at Hartford City Elks Lodge #625.

3:00 PM (Hartford City) 2026 BICYCLE RODEO: KIDS OBSTACLE COURSE | Weiler Plaza

Ride With Us presents the 2026 Bicycle Rodeo featuring a kids obstacle course with grand prizes and a performance by the Wonder Wheels BMX Stunt Team Worldwide. Also includes a live band presented by Obie's Outpost, food trucks and bounce houses. Helmets required. Held at Weiler Plaza at Main and High streets. Contact Elijah / Sonny Batten or Ride With Us on Facebook.

Monday, October 19

8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Hartford City) EARLY VOTING | Blackford County Courthouse, 110 W Washington St

Early in-person voting for the 2026 General Election.

9:00 AM (Hartford City) BREAKFAST BINGO | Envive of Hartford City, 715 N Mill St

Monthly third-Monday tradition featuring a free breakfast followed by bingo, laughs and community connection. Call 765-348-2273 for details.

9:00 AM–4:00 PM (Montpelier) MONTPELIER COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY | Montpelier Community Food Pantry, 115 S Main St
Community food pantry open every Monday from 9:00 AM–4:00 PM. More information: www.MontpelierCommunityFoodPantry.org

9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Ages 55+. Open every weekday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Today's schedule: 10:00 AM Mexican Train Dominos; 11:30 AM Lunch; 12:45 PM Bridge; 1:00 PM Euchre.

12:00 PM (Hartford City) BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS & SAFETY | Hartford City Hall, 700 N Walnut St

Public meeting of the Hartford City Board of Public Works & Safety. Meets the first Monday of each month at 5:00 PM and the third Monday at 12:00 PM.

4:00 PM–5:30 PM (Hartford City) FREESTYLE ART CLUB | Hartford City Public Library

Weekly supervised creativity time for teens ages 13–18 in the children’s department. The library provides the supplies; teens bring the ideas.

4:30 PM (Hartford City) TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meeting.

6:00 PM (Montpelier) BLACKFORD ARC (AMATEUR RADIO CLUB) MEETING | Montpelier Police Department, 127 W Huntington St

Monthly meeting of the Blackford ARC. Meets on the third Monday of each month at 6:00 PM.

6:00 PM–7:00 PM (Montpelier) DANCE 2 FIT FITNESS CLASS | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St
Dance 2 Fit class at the Montpelier Civic Center. Meets Mondays and Thursdays from 6:00–7:00 PM. Free to members; $5 per class for non-members.

7:30 PM (Montpelier) MONDAY PUBLIC NIGHT & QUEEN OF HEARTS | Montpelier American Legion Post 156

Open to the public. Food is available with the menu varying weekly. Last game ticket sale is at 7:15 PM; drawing at 7:30 PM.

Tuesday, October 20

8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Hartford City) EARLY VOTING | Blackford County Courthouse, 110 W Washington St

Early in-person voting for the 2026 General Election.

9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Ages 55+. Open every weekday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Today's schedule: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM Medicare Open Enrollment with LifeStream Services; 10:00 AM Exercise; 10:00 AM Mexican Train Dominos; 11:30 AM Lunch by Marathon Quickmart; 12:30 PM Painting with Melissa.

10:00 AM–5:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY ARTS CENTER OPEN HOURS | Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center, 107 W Washington St

Public open hours at Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center. 765-348-4154 • bcac@myartsplace.org • www.myartsplace.org

4:00 PM–6:00 PM (Hartford City) OCTOBER ARTS PLACE ART CLUB | Blackford County Arts Center, 107 W Washington St

Arts Place Art Club with Katie Cale and Lydia Rowles for students in grades 3–6. Participants will create spooky scary self portraits and ceramic hocus pocus hats inspired by Tim Burton. $5. Financial assistance available. Pre-registration required by October 19 at 11:59 PM; no walk-ins.

4:00 PM–5:00 PM (Montpelier) SENIOR FITNESS CLASS | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St
Senior Fitness class at the Montpelier Civic Center. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00–5:00 PM.

4:00 PM–5:30 PM (Hartford City) LEGO CLUB | Hartford City Public Library

Weekly free-build LEGO Club in the children’s department. The library has patterns and instructions available for anyone who wants them.

5:00 PM–6:30 PM (Dunkirk) TUESDAY DINNER — CHICKEN & NOODLES | Dunkirk Elks Lodge #1776, 1026 S Main St

Tuesday dinner featuring chicken & noodles with mashed potatoes, vegetables, roll & butter and dessert. Dine-in and carryout available. Everyone welcome. Call 765-768-6134 for carryout. Substitutions may be made if necessary.

5:00 PM–7:00 PM (Hartford City) TACO TUESDAY & QUEEN OF HEARTS | AMVETS Post #23, 902 S Walnut St

Open to the public. Kitchen serves Taco Tuesday from 5:00–7:00 PM. Queen of Hearts ticket sales cut off at 6:45 PM and the drawing is at 7:00 PM. Must be present to win the whole jackpot; half is paid if the winner is not there. 765-348-5108.

5:30 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SCHOOLS BOARD MEETING | Blackford County Schools Administrative Office, 0668 W 200 S

Regular monthly Blackford County Schools Board meeting. Meetings are open to the public; Indiana law permits closed executive sessions for certain matters. Meetings are streamed at youtube.com/@BCSBoardMeetings

6:00 PM–7:00 PM (Montpelier) PILATES CLASS | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St

Weekly Tuesday Pilates class at the Montpelier Civic Center. Free for members, $5 for non-members.

Wednesday, October 21

8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Hartford City) EARLY VOTING | Blackford County Courthouse, 110 W Washington St

Early in-person voting for the 2026 General Election.

9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Ages 55+. Open every weekday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Today's schedule: 10:00 AM Mexican Train Dominos; 11:30 AM Lunch by Twin City Healthcare, Gas City; 12:00 PM Monthly Birthday Party featuring live entertainment by Brian & Mary Ross.

11:00 AM–6:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY ARTS CENTER OPEN HOURS | Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center, 107 W Washington St

Public open hours at Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center. 765-348-4154 • bcac@myartsplace.org • www.myartsplace.org

3:30 PM–5:30 PM (Montpelier) MONTPELIER HISTORY CLUB | Grace Community Church
Weekly Wednesday-afternoon Montpelier History Club meeting. Students of all ages are welcome.

5:00 PM (Hartford City) WEDNESDAY DINNER, QUEEN OF HEARTS & BINGO | Hartford City Elks Lodge #625

Open to the public. Kitchen opens at 5:00 PM, Early Bird Bingo begins at 6:00 PM and regular Bingo begins at 6:30 PM. Queen of Hearts is also part of the Wednesday evening activities. Elks: 765-348-9953.

5:00 PM (Hartford City) HARTFORD CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING | Hartford City Public Library, 314 N High St

Hartford City Public Library Board of Trustees meeting in the Becky Musser Meeting Room. Meetings are held at 5:00 PM on the third Wednesday of each month. Library Board Meetings are open to the public.

5:00 PM–8:00 PM (Eaton) DIAPER DRIVE | Eaton Fire Department

Second Harvest National Diaper Bank Network distribution hosted by the Eaton Volunteer Fire Department. Held on the third Wednesday of each month.

7:00 PM (Hartford City) QUEEN OF HEARTS | Hartford City American Legion Post 159

Weekly Queen of Hearts drawing. Open to the public and family friendly. Tickets must be purchased by 6:50 PM; drawing at 7:00 PM.

Thursday, October 22

8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Hartford City) EARLY VOTING | Blackford County Courthouse, 110 W Washington St

Early in-person voting for the 2026 General Election.

9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Ages 55+. Open every weekday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Today's schedule: 10:00 AM Exercise; 10:00 AM Mexican Train Dominos; 11:30 AM Lunch by Crownpointe Communities; 12:30 PM Bingo by The Waters of Hartford City.

3:00 PM–6:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY ARTS CENTER OPEN HOURS | Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center, 107 W Washington St

Public open hours at Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center. 765-348-4154 • bcac@myartsplace.org • www.myartsplace.org

4:00 PM–6:00 PM (Montpelier) MONTPELIER COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY | Montpelier Community Food Pantry, 115 S Main St
Community food pantry open every Thursday from 4:00–6:00 PM. More information: www.MontpelierCommunityFoodPantry.org

4:00 PM–5:00 PM (Montpelier) SENIOR FITNESS CLASS | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St
Senior Fitness class at the Montpelier Civic Center. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00–5:00 PM.

6:00 PM–7:00 PM (Montpelier) DANCE 2 FIT FITNESS CLASS | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St
Dance 2 Fit class at the Montpelier Civic Center. Meets Mondays and Thursdays from 6:00–7:00 PM. Free to members; $5 per class for non-members.

6:00 PM–8:00 PM (Poneto) A BETTER LIFE–BRIANNA’S HOPE — MONTPELIER CHAPTER | Southern Wells Community Church, 9450 S 300 W
Weekly Thursday recovery meeting. Dinner is served from 6:00–6:30 PM, followed by Support & Recovery from 6:30–8:00 PM. 260-273-0084 or 260-273-2399 • info@ablbh.org • www.ablbh.org

Friday, October 23

8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Hartford City) EARLY VOTING | Blackford County Courthouse, 110 W Washington St

Early in-person voting for the 2026 General Election.

9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Ages 55+. Open every weekday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Today's schedule: 10:00 AM Mexican Train Dominos; 11:30 AM Lunch.

6:00 PM–10:00 PM (Montpelier) THE MONSTER MASH — FRIDAY NIGHT | Montpelier Speedway, 700 S Jefferson St

Friday night of Montpelier Speedway's Monster Mash season-finale weekend, combining Halloween activities and racing. Children are invited to wear costumes for trick-or-treating with the race teams before racing featuring Super Late Models, UMP Modifieds and Hornets. Pit gates open at 3:00 PM, grandstands at 4:00 PM, hot laps and qualifying begin at 6:00 PM and racing begins at 7:00 PM. Adults $15 general admission; children 12 and under free; pit passes $35; parking free.

Saturday, October 24

8:00 AM–12:00 PM (Blackford County) EARLY VOTING | Blackford County Courthouse & Montpelier Civic Center

Saturday early voting is available from 8:00 AM–12:00 PM at the Blackford County Courthouse in Hartford City and the Montpelier Civic Center in Montpelier.

10:00 AM (Montpelier) SCRAMBLE FOR SCARLETT | Bluewater Golf Course, 5811 E Cummins Rd

Four-person benefit golf scramble supporting Scarlett and her family in her fight against KID Syndrome. $200 per team. Includes food, prizes, raffles and a 50/50 drawing. Raffle donations and hole sponsors are also being sought. For more information or to donate or sponsor, contact Blue Water Golf Course, Jacob Alexander or Kyle Brumback.

4:00 PM–8:00 PM (Montpelier) HOG ROAST | Montpelier Volunteer Fire Department, 302 W Huntington St

Hog roast featuring pulled pork, baked beans, coleslaw, dessert and drink. Free-will donation. All proceeds go toward equipment for the Montpelier Volunteer Fire Department.

5:00 PM–10:00 PM (Montpelier) THE MONSTER MASH — SATURDAY NIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP FINALE | Montpelier Speedway, 700 S Jefferson St

Championship finale of Montpelier Speedway's Monster Mash weekend, featuring the Ironman Late Model Series season finale with Super Late Models, UMP Modifieds, Super Stocks and Street Stocks. Trick-or-treating with the race teams is also part of the Halloween weekend. Pit gates open at 1:00 PM, grandstands at 2:00 PM, hot laps and qualifying begin at 5:00 PM and racing begins at 6:00 PM. Adults $25 general admission; children 12 and under free; pit passes $35; parking free. https://www.milkmanpromotions.com/event-details/the-monster-mash-5

6:30 PM–8:30 PM (Hartford City) ANNUAL SPOOKTACULAR HALLOWEEN | Downtown Hartford City

Annual Spooktacular Halloween presented by the Hartford City Arts Council. Trunk-or-treating will be held on the north, east and west sides of the Square along Main, Jefferson and High streets, entering at Monroe and Main streets. Activities include prizes for best trunks and costumes, spooky music by Brian Ross, hot dogs, snacks and drinks courtesy of the Presbyterian and Lutheran churches on the Weiler Plaza lawn, treats and crafts by Magic Corner at Washington and High streets, and flash mob dancing by Show Time Academy at Weiler Plaza. For information about participating, contact Monika Smith at City Hall at 765-348-0412 or Cindy Gross at 567-301-0309.

Sunday, October 25

3:00 PM (Hartford City) TEXAS HOLD’EM | Hartford City Elks Lodge #625

Weekly Sunday Texas Hold’em at Hartford City Elks Lodge #625.

6:00 PM (Hartford City) REVIVAL ROAD QUARTET | Hartford City Evangelistic Church, 200 E 3rd St

Revival Road Quartet will perform at Hartford City Evangelistic Church.

Monday, October 26

8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Hartford City) EARLY VOTING | Blackford County Courthouse, 110 W Washington St

Early in-person voting for the 2026 General Election.

9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Ages 55+. Open every weekday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Today's schedule: 10:00 AM Mexican Train Dominos; 11:30 AM Lunch; 12:45 PM Bridge.

9:00 AM–4:00 PM (Montpelier) MONTPELIER COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY | Montpelier Community Food Pantry, 115 S Main St
Community food pantry open every Monday from 9:00 AM–4:00 PM. More information: www.MontpelierCommunityFoodPantry.org

4:00 PM–5:30 PM (Hartford City) FREESTYLE ART CLUB | Hartford City Public Library

Weekly supervised creativity time for teens ages 13–18 in the children’s department. The library provides the supplies; teens bring the ideas.

4:30 PM (Hartford City) TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meeting.

6:00 PM (Upland) THE TABLE COMMUNITY MEAL | Upland Community Center, 403 W Washington St

Free community meal offering an opportunity to meet and get to know neighbors. Part of The Table Community Meal series.

6:00 PM–7:00 PM (Montpelier) DANCE 2 FIT FITNESS CLASS | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St
Dance 2 Fit class at the Montpelier Civic Center. Meets Mondays and Thursdays from 6:00–7:00 PM. Free to members; $5 per class for non-members.

7:30 PM (Montpelier) MONDAY PUBLIC NIGHT & QUEEN OF HEARTS | Montpelier American Legion Post 156

Open to the public. Food is available with the menu varying weekly. Last game ticket sale is at 7:15 PM; drawing at 7:30 PM.

Tuesday, October 27

8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Hartford City) EARLY VOTING | Blackford County Courthouse, 110 W Washington St

Early in-person voting for the 2026 General Election.

9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Ages 55+. Open every weekday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Today's schedule: 10:00 AM Exercise; 10:00 AM Mexican Train Dominos; 11:30 AM Lunch by Burger King.

10:00 AM–5:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY ARTS CENTER OPEN HOURS | Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center, 107 W Washington St

Public open hours at Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center. 765-348-4154 • bcac@myartsplace.org • www.myartsplace.org

4:00 PM–5:00 PM (Montpelier) SENIOR FITNESS CLASS | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St
Senior Fitness class at the Montpelier Civic Center. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00–5:00 PM.

4:00 PM–5:30 PM (Hartford City) LEGO CLUB | Hartford City Public Library

Weekly free-build LEGO Club in the children’s department. The library has patterns and instructions available for anyone who wants them.

5:00 PM–6:30 PM (Dunkirk) TUESDAY DINNER — SMOKED PORK CHOPS | Dunkirk Elks Lodge #1776, 1026 S Main St

Tuesday dinner featuring smoked pork chops with mac & cheese, broccoli, coleslaw, roll & butter and dessert. Dine-in and carryout available. Everyone welcome. Call 765-768-6134 for carryout. Substitutions may be made if necessary.

5:00 PM–7:00 PM (Hartford City) TACO TUESDAY & QUEEN OF HEARTS | AMVETS Post #23, 902 S Walnut St

Open to the public. Kitchen serves Taco Tuesday from 5:00–7:00 PM. Queen of Hearts ticket sales cut off at 6:45 PM and the drawing is at 7:00 PM. Must be present to win the whole jackpot; half is paid if the winner is not there. 765-348-5108.

6:00 PM–7:00 PM (Montpelier) PILATES CLASS | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St

Weekly Tuesday Pilates class at the Montpelier Civic Center. Free for members, $5 for non-members.

Wednesday, October 28
NATIONAL FIRST RESPONDERS DAY

8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Hartford City) EARLY VOTING | Blackford County Courthouse, 110 W Washington St

Early in-person voting for the 2026 General Election.

8:00 AM–6:00 PM (Hartford City) FAFSA WORKSHOP | Blackford Jr./Sr. High School

Free FAFSA workshop open to all Blackford County students and families. A consultant from Heavin College & Career Readiness Services will be available to help students and parents complete the FAFSA, answer questions and interpret results.

9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Ages 55+. Open every weekday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Today's schedule: 10:00 AM Mexican Train Dominos; 11:30 AM Lunch by Sarah Foust.

11:00 AM–6:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY ARTS CENTER OPEN HOURS | Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center, 107 W Washington St

Public open hours at Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center. 765-348-4154 • bcac@myartsplace.org • www.myartsplace.org

3:30 PM–5:30 PM (Montpelier) MONTPELIER HISTORY CLUB | Grace Community Church
Weekly Wednesday-afternoon Montpelier History Club meeting. Students of all ages are welcome.

3:30 PM–4:30 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL FOOD PANTRY | Blackford Intermediate School, 820 W Van Cleve St

Food pantry for families with Blackford Intermediate School students.

5:00 PM (Hartford City) WEDNESDAY DINNER, QUEEN OF HEARTS & BINGO | Hartford City Elks Lodge #625

Open to the public. Kitchen opens at 5:00 PM, Early Bird Bingo begins at 6:00 PM and regular Bingo begins at 6:30 PM. Queen of Hearts is also part of the Wednesday evening activities. Elks: 765-348-9953.

6:00 PM–8:00 PM (Hartford City) MEAD MAKING WITH STEPHANIE FIELDS & LEROY BROWN | Blackford County Arts Center, 107 W Washington St

Learn how to make mead, a honey-based wine, with Stephanie Fields and Leroy Brown. Participants can choose from apple, cranberry and blood orange flavors and sample pre-made mead along with various meats and cheeses. $35. Ages 21+. Financial assistance available. Pre-registration required by October 27 at 11:59 PM; no walk-ins.

7:00 PM (Hartford City) QUEEN OF HEARTS | Hartford City American Legion Post 159

Weekly Queen of Hearts drawing. Open to the public and family friendly. Tickets must be purchased by 6:50 PM; drawing at 7:00 PM.

Thursday, October 29

8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Hartford City) EARLY VOTING | Blackford County Courthouse, 110 W Washington St

Early in-person voting for the 2026 General Election.

9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Ages 55+. Open every weekday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Today's schedule: 10:00 AM Mexican Train Dominos; 11:30 AM Lunch; 12:30 PM Bingo by Jessica Tabor.

3:00 PM–6:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY ARTS CENTER OPEN HOURS | Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center, 107 W Washington St

Public open hours at Arts Place / Blackford County Arts Center. 765-348-4154 • bcac@myartsplace.org • www.myartsplace.org

4:00 PM–5:00 PM (Montpelier) SENIOR FITNESS CLASS | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St
Senior Fitness class at the Montpelier Civic Center. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00–5:00 PM.

4:00 PM–5:15 PM (Hartford City) STEAM CLUB | Hartford City Public Library

Monthly Science and Art Club for grades 3–6. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and participants should wear clothes that can get messy.

4:00 PM–6:00 PM (Montpelier) MONTPELIER COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY | Montpelier Community Food Pantry, 115 S Main St
Community food pantry open every Thursday from 4:00–6:00 PM. More information: www.MontpelierCommunityFoodPantry.org

6:00 PM–7:00 PM (Montpelier) DANCE 2 FIT FITNESS CLASS | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St
Dance 2 Fit class at the Montpelier Civic Center. Meets Mondays and Thursdays from 6:00–7:00 PM. Free to members; $5 per class for non-members.

6:00 PM–8:00 PM (Poneto) A BETTER LIFE–BRIANNA’S HOPE — MONTPELIER CHAPTER | Southern Wells Community Church, 9450 S 300 W
Weekly Thursday recovery meeting. Dinner is served from 6:00–6:30 PM, followed by Support & Recovery from 6:30–8:00 PM. 260-273-0084 or 260-273-2399 • info@ablbh.org • www.ablbh.org

7:00 PM–9:00 PM (Matthews) PHYXTGEARS OPEN HOUSE | PhyXTGears, 625 Massachusetts Ave

Open house and shop tour with East Central Indiana FIRST Robotics Team PhyXTGears 1720. Visitors interested in engineering, CAD modeling, design, media, programming, woodworking and other aspects of robotics are invited to visit. Contact phyxtgears@gmail.com or 765-203-1720.

Friday, October 30

8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Hartford City) EARLY VOTING | Blackford County Courthouse, 110 W Washington St

Early in-person voting for the 2026 General Election.

9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Ages 55+. Open every weekday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Today's schedule: 10:00 AM Mexican Train Dominos; 11:30 AM Lunch.

5:00 PM–9:00 PM (Eaton) TRUNK OR TREAT FOR GOOD | Eaton Community Building

Trunk-or-treat fundraiser featuring vendors and a car contest. Proceeds benefit community nonprofits and flood victims. Vendors and cars are needed; sign up for the car contest or to be a vendor at RootedAndRolling.org.

6:00 PM (Upland) HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR | University Nursing Center

Halloween trick-or-treating event featuring carnival games, sugar-cookie decorating, raffles, seasonal treats, a hot chocolate bar and caramel apple bar. Raffle proceeds benefit Share to Care. Bring your own trick-or-treat bag.

Saturday, October 31
HALLOWEEN

8:00 AM–10:00 AM (Hartford City) AMVETS COMMANDER’S BREAKFAST | AMVETS Post #23, 902 S Walnut St

Biscuits & gravy, scrambled eggs, fried potatoes and sausage with coffee and/or orange juice. Free-will donations; open to the public.

8:00 AM–12:00 PM (Blackford County) EARLY VOTING | Blackford County Courthouse & Montpelier Civic Center

Saturday early voting is available from 8:00 AM–12:00 PM at the Blackford County Courthouse in Hartford City and the Montpelier Civic Center in Montpelier.

12:00 PM–2:00 PM (Montpelier) MONTPELIER'S ANNUAL HOMETOWN HALLOWEEN | Jefferson St between Huntington St and High St

Annual Hometown Halloween trunk-or-treat. Local merchants and community members are encouraged to decorate and set up; setup begins at 11:00 AM. Contact Jill Orlando at 765-499-9548 with questions.

2:00 PM–6:00 PM (Hartford City) WANDERING MARKET HALLOWEEN VENDOR BASH | Northside Greenhouse, 1517 S Walnut St

Halloween edition of the Wandering Market. Presented by Fourth Friday LLC. Featuring local vendors and food trucks. Trick-or-treating with participating vendors and Southside residents will be held from 5:00–6:00 PM. Vendor spaces are $10.

6:00 PM–8:00 PM (Matthews) MATTHEWS COMMUNITY TRUNK-OR-TREAT | Matthews Community Center, 816 Wisconsin Ave

Free family-friendly community trunk-or-treat hosted by Positively Matthews in partnership with the Matthews Lions Club, First Community Church and Epworth Church of Matthews. Includes candy, hot dogs, chips, cookies and hayrides. Community members who would like to decorate a trunk and pass out candy are welcome to participate. Contact Connie Cobb at 765-618-6281 for more information or to participate.

Sunday, November 1

3:00 PM (Hartford City) TEXAS HOLD’EM | Hartford City Elks Lodge #625

Weekly Sunday Texas Hold’em at Hartford City Elks Lodge #625.

Monday, November 2

9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER | Blackford County Senior Center, 101 S Mill St

Ages 55+. Open every weekday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM with lunch at 11:30 AM.

9:00 AM–4:00 PM (Montpelier) MONTPELIER COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY | Montpelier Community Food Pantry, 115 S Main St
Community food pantry open every Monday from 9:00 AM–4:00 PM. More information: www.MontpelierCommunityFoodPantry.org

4:00 PM–5:30 PM (Hartford City) FREESTYLE ART CLUB | Hartford City Public Library

Weekly supervised creativity time for teens ages 13–18 in the children’s department. The library provides the supplies; teens bring the ideas.

5:00 PM (Hartford City) BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS & SAFETY | Hartford City Hall, 700 N Walnut St

Public meeting of the Hartford City Board of Public Works & Safety. Meets the first Monday of each month at 5:00 PM and the third Monday at 12:00 PM.

5:00 PM (Hartford City) BLACKFORD PRIMARY SCHOOL FOOD PANTRY | Blackford Primary School, 400 E McDonald St

Food pantry for families with students attending Blackford Primary School.

6:00 PM (Hartford City) HARTFORD CITY COMMON COUNCIL | Hartford City Hall, 700 N Walnut St

Public meeting of the Hartford City Common Council. Meets the first Monday of each month at 6:00 PM.

6:00 PM–7:00 PM (Montpelier) DANCE 2 FIT FITNESS CLASS | Montpelier Civic Center, 339 S Main St
Dance 2 Fit class at the Montpelier Civic Center. Meets Mondays and Thursdays from 6:00–7:00 PM. Free to members; $5 per class for non-members.

7:30 PM (Montpelier) MONDAY PUBLIC NIGHT & QUEEN OF HEARTS | Montpelier American Legion Post 156

Open to the public. Food is available with the menu varying weekly. Last game ticket sale is at 7:15 PM; drawing at 7:30 PM.

Tuesday, November 3
ELECTION DAY