🍦 This Weekend’s Got Everything But Extra Hours

TOGETHER WITH

It’s shaping up to be a busy weekend around town, with events popping up faster than lemonade stands in July! We’ve packed this issue with everything you need to plan your days so grab your calendar and let’s get into it!

In today’s South Side Scoop:

• 🥂 Grafton Peek Mercantile is closing; join their heartfelt sendoff this Sunday in Greenwood.

• 🍓 Celebrate summer with strawberry fests, farmers markets, concerts, and community fun.

• 🎨 From painting donut boxes to Cars & Coffee, your weekend is packed with variety!

Let’s get to it!

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THE DIGEST

LOCAL BUSINESS

Grafton Peek Mercantile to Host Farewell Celebration

Grafton Peek Mercantile in Greenwood is closing its doors, but not without a heartfelt sendoff. The community is invited to “Cheers to the Chapter,” a farewell celebration this Sunday, June 8 from 2–6pm. Guests can enjoy champagne, reminisce over favorite finds, and toast to the memories made. Whether you were a loyal customer, collaborator, or local supporter, all are welcome to stop in and say goodbye.

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🥂 Sip, shop, and support a meaningful cause at Antilogy on Tuesday, June 10th during Ladies Night Out! Enjoy drinks, local vendors, and DIY fun while supporting Piper’s Purpose. Doors open at 5:30pm and limited tickets available at the door, so grab yours in advance today!

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

This Weekend

Here’s the garage sale lineup for this weekend. Feel free to add yours or use it to plan your thrifty weekend route! Click here to check it out.

Hoosier Hills Fiber Festival at the Johnson County Fairgrounds

This two-day celebration of fiber arts and old-time artisan skills features everything from raw wool to finished yarns, spinning wheels, handmade soaps, pottery, and more. Enjoy workshops, a vendor marketplace, door prizes, and family-friendly entertainment with free admission and parking!

• Dates & Times:

  • Friday, June 6th | 10:30am-5:30pm

  • Saturday, June 7th | 9am-4pm

• Place: Johnson County Fairgrounds – 250 Fairground St, Franklin

Strawberry Festival Weekend at Mallow Run Winery

Celebrate the sweet taste of summer with two days of live music, local food trucks, and the annual release of Mallow Run’s fan-favorite Strawberry Wine. Bring your chairs and blankets for a relaxing, family-friendly weekend on the lawn. Full details here.

• Dates & Times:

  • Saturday, June 7th | 12pm-9pm

  • Sunday, June 8th | 12pm-6pm

• Place: Mallow Run Winery – 6964 W Whiteland Rd, Bargersville

Friday

uPaint Summer Camp – Donut you Love Painting

Kids ages 5+ will paint their very own ceramic donut box using bright colors and sweet designs, then enjoy a donut snack during class. This drop-off camp is perfect for young artists with big imaginations! Choose from 1-day, 3-day, or 5-day options. Check out more summer camp dates and projects here.

• Date & Time: Friday, June 6th | 1pm–2:30pm

• Place: uPaint Pottery Studio – 3113 W Smith Valley Rd D, Greenwood

First Friday in Downtown Franklin - Dog Days of Summer

Bring your furry friend and join the fun at this month’s First Friday in Downtown Franklin! Enjoy extended shopping hours, $5 food and drink specials, free dog treats, and live music throughout town.

• Date & Time: Friday, June 6th | 5pm–8pm

• Place: Downtown Franklin – Various Locations

Hoosier BBQ Classic at the Johnson County Fairgrounds

Get ready for a smokin’ good time at the Hoosier BBQ Classic! Hosted by Friends of Fred, this free, family-friendly event features some of Indiana’s best BBQ food trucks, each serving up at least two mouthwatering BBQ dishes. Enjoy live entertainment, a monitored family fun zone, artisan vendors, and adult beverages.

• Date & Time: Friday, June 6th | 5:30pm–9:30pm

• Place: Johnson County Fairgrounds – 250 Fairground St, Franklin

Saturday

Greenwood Farmers Market

• Date & Time: Saturday, June 7th | 8am-12pm

• Place: Greenwood United Methodist Church - 525 N Madison Ave, Greenwood

Franklin Farmers Market

• Date & Time: Saturday, June 7th | 8am-12pm

• Place: DriveHubler.com Amphitheater - 161 W Monroe St, Franklin

Cars and Coffee on Bargersville Main Street

Start your Saturday with a relaxed, family-friendly morning of community, coffee, and cool cars in a new location - downtown Bargersville! This isn’t a car show—no trophies or judging—just great conversations, friendly neighbors, and good vibes.

• Date & Time: Saturday, June 7 | 8am–10:30am

• Place: Downtown Bargersville – Main Street, Bargersville, IN

Greenwood Strawberry Festival & Handmade Market

Enjoy food trucks, handmade vendors, live performances, and delicious strawberry shortcake while exploring the heart of Old Town Greenwood. Plus free parking and a shuttle from Greenwood Park Mall!

• Date & Time: Saturday, June 7th | 10am–4pm

• Place: Madison Ave & Main St, Old Town Greenwood

Season Opening: Dollie’s Lavender Harvest Extravaganza

Celebrate the start of lavender season at Dollie’s Farm with a full day of fragrant fun, relaxation, and farm-fresh treats. Admission is free and the lavender field will be bursting with blooms, perfect for photos, DIY lavender crafts, and sampling everything from lavender mimosas and scones to cotton candy and ice cream. Check out the full details here.

• Date & Time: Saturday, June 7th | 10am–6pm

• Place: Dollie’s Farm – 3961 N 425 E, Franklin, IN

2nd Annual Kephart Park Family Fest

Join Gospel Grove Church for the 2nd Annual Kephart Park Family Fest, packed with food, games, prizes, and fun—all for free. Local businesses have donated great raffle prizes, and Johnson County Senior Services will be collecting non-perishable food donations on-site.

• Date & Time: Saturday, June 7th | 11am–2pm

• Place: Kephart Park – 3936 W County Road 144, Bargersville

Aberdeen’s 3rd Annual Strawberry Festival

Rain or shine, the Aberdeen Strawberry Festival is back and packed with free family fun. Enjoy live music by Chicken Bone Acoustic, pony rides, inflatables, face painting, and a massive game-filled family fun zone. Snack on strawberry shortcake and browse the farmers market while the kids meet baby chicks, horses, and calves.

• Date & Time: Saturday, June 7th | 12pm-4pm

• Place: Aberdeen Community – 5028 Abbeygate Blvd, Bargersville

Greenwood Pride Festival

Celebrate love, inclusion, and community at the Greenwood Pride Festival at Woodmen Park. This free, family-friendly event features live performances, over 160 vendors, food trucks, and a Discovery Zone with fun activities for kids including face painting, bounce houses, and a glitter station. Get your free ticket here!

• Date & Time: Saturday, June 7th | 12–6pm

• Place: Woodmen Park - 720 Ashmore Dr, Greenwood

Cruisin’ the Amp in Franklin – Classic Cars, Food & Live Music

Rev up your engines and head to Young’s Creek Park for Franklin’s annual Cruisin’ the Amp! This free family-friendly, fun-filled evening features a classic car show, food vendors, beer and wine garden, and live music at 8pm from The Soul Juice Band.

• Date & Time: Saturday, June 7th | 4pm–10pm

• Place: DriveHubler.com Amphitheater – 237 W Monroe St, Franklin

DIY Raised Porch Planter Workshop at Board & Brush

Join Board & Brush Creative Studio in Greenwood for a fun DIY Raised Porch Planter Workshop. You’ll choose from a variety of designs and paint/stain colors, with step-by-step guidance to create something beautiful for your home or as a gift. All materials are provided, and pre-registration is required.

• Date & Time: Saturday, June 7th | 6pm–7pm

• Place: Board & Brush – 200 W Main Street, Greenwood

Greenwood Summer Concert Series: Country Summer

The Greenwood Summer Concert Series is back! Bring your lawn chairs to Saturday's show featuring Toy Factory!

• Date & Time: Saturday, June 7th | 7pm–9pm

• Place: Greenwood Amphitheater – 100 Surina Way, Greenwood

Summer Kickoff: Outdoor Movie Night with GPL

The Greenwood Public Library is hosting a special showing of Little Big League right on the baseball diamond. Concessions will be available for purchase, and Rowdie from the Indianapolis Indians will be making an appearance from 8–9pm. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and bug spray for this family-friendly summer tradition.

• Date & Time: Saturday, June 7th | 8pm–11pm (Movie starts ~9:15pm)

• Place: Greenwood Little League – 320 S. Washington St, Greenwood

Sunday

Holistic Hub Wellbeing Fest – South Side Edition

Celebrate 10 years of holistic living with Indy Holistic Hub’s brand-new Spring Wellbeing Fest! This uplifting one-day retreat features local holistic health practitioners, vendors, natural therapies, panel discussions, a peaceful meditation room, a fun scavenger hunt, and more. Get your tickets here!

• Date & Time: Sunday, June 8th | 11am–4pm

• Place: Perry Township Event Center – 2115 E Southport Rd, Indianapolis

Women’s Only Open Mat at IBJJA

Indiana Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy is hosting a special Women’s Only Open Mat. Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned competitor, join from 12:30–2:30pm for a fun and supportive afternoon of training, rolling, and connecting. Optional co-ed competition class available from 10am–12pm. If this will be your first time visiting this year, please complete a waiver ahead of time.

• Date & Time: Sunday, June 8 | 12:30pm–2:30pm

• Place: Indiana Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy – 647 US-31 N, Greenwood

Sip & Style – Painted Earrings & Wine Night

At this special event, you’ll design two pairs of earrings while enjoying a glass of wine or a refreshing wine slushie. All supplies are included—just bring your imagination and your friends for a fun night out. Call 317-868-0563 to reserve your spot!

• Date & Time: Sunday, June 8th | 5pm–7pm

• Place: Brandywine Creek Winery - 12524 Southeastern Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46259

Looking for karaoke, trivia, bingo, and more?

👉 Check out our list of recurring events here!

Upcoming Events You Can’t Miss

Next Week

• Tuesday, June 10th: Author Talk with Lisa Jewell (In Person, Virtual Showing) at GPL

• Tuesday, June 10th: Ladies Night Out at Antilogy

• Friday, June 20th: Grease Trivia Night at The Sycamore

• Saturday, June 14th: Corn Hole Tournament to benefit Alaina Rose in Whiteland

• Saturday, June 14th: Picnic Concert Series: Boy Band Review at Mallow Run Winery

   

If you'd like additional details on any of the upcoming events, feel free to send us an email—we're happy to help!

⛅️ WEATHER

Friday

79 🌡️ 63 | ☁️ | 24% | 🌬️ W 5-10 MPH

Saturday

79 🌡️ 65 | ⛅️ | 16% | 🌬️ E 5-10 MPH

Sunday

79 🌡️ 63 | 🌦️ | 37% | 🌬️ WNW 10-20 MPH

_{*Disclaimer: This forecast was pulled from the weather app the night before and is subject to Indiana’s ever-changing moods—accuracy not guaranteed!}

🎶 LIVE MUSIC

Friday

• Ale Emporium Greenwood | The 78’s | 830pm

• Draft Day Pub | Knollwood Kings | 8pm

• La Rosa Mexican Restaurant | Sisters BREW | 6pm

• SmockTown | The Sax Guy | 830pm

• That Place | Spankys Clubhouse | 10pm

• The Corner Bar | Jennie DeVoe and Phil Pierle | 6pm

• Tried & True | Brian Goins Duo | 8pm

• Whiskey Business Southport | Church of Frank | 10pm

• Whit’s Inn | Dirty Laundry | 7pm

Saturday

• Ale Emporium Greenwood | Cosmic Situation | 830pm

• Brandywine Creek Winery | Matt & Aly | 6pm

• Draft Day Pub | Clayton Lewis | 8pm

• DriveHubler.com Amphitheater | The Soul Juice Band | 8pm

• Greenwood Moose Lodge | 10th Street Band | 7pm

• Mallow Run Winery | Jack Barkley & Kenny Bishop | 12-3pm

• Mallow Run Winery | The Big 80s | 6pm

• Mikie’s Pub | Crambone | 9pm

• SmockTown | Joey Banfield | 830pm

• That Place | That 90s band | 10pm

• The Corner Bar | Tommy Whiskers | 7pm

• Tried & True | Taylor Hernley | 8pm

• Whiskey Business Southport | Andrew Young Band | 10pm

• Whit’s Inn | Eric Hamblen Band | 9pm

Sunday

• Ale Emporium Greenwood | Aimee Eisenman Duo | 5pm

• Mallow Run Winery | Living Proof (Lawn) | 2pm-5pm

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