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Events taking place in Kokomo, Howard County, and the surrounding area from June 1, 2025, and beyond

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KAA Spring Art Show

The Kokomo Art Association’s 97^th Annual Spring Art Show takes place now through June 1 at the Kokomo Art Center, 525 W. Ricketts St. The center is open Tue.-Sat. from 1-4 p.m. A reception for the artists will be held Sun., June 1, at 2 p.m. at the art center.

Meditation Mondays

Experience change, growth, and vitality through meditation with Raine and Sage Healing Center, 901 S. Courtland Ave. Sessions take place every first and third Monday of the month from 10-10:45 a.m. and are free to all. The next session takes place on Mon., June 2.

Popsicle and Ice Cream Party

Whether you're looking to beat the heat or just enjoy a refreshing moment, the Kokomo Howard County Public Library’s popsicle/ice cream party is the perfect way to kick off the summer season. All ages are invited to participate by visiting the library’s Russiaville branch, 315 Mesa Dr., on Mon., June 2, from 10-11 a.m.

KHCPL Bookmobile Visits

The Kokomo Howard County Public Library’s Bookmobiles will hit the road for the summer season beginning Mon., June 2. Following is the schedule for June 2-6:

June 2: 12:45 p.m.-1:30 p.m.: Terrace Towers; 1:45-2:30 p.m.: Jefferson Manor; 3-3:30 p.m.: Sugar Mill Farms; 3:45-4:30 p.m.: Chippendale; 4-4:30 p.m.: Spice Run

June 3: 9:30-11 a.m.: Jackson Morrow Park; 11 a.m.-noon: Taylor Elementary School; 1:45-2:30 p.m.: Brentwood Green; 3-3:30 p.m.: Turtle Creek Apartments; 4-4:30 p.m.: Windwood and Jeff; 4-4:30 p.m. Madison and Berkley

June 4: 11 a.m.-noon: Garden Square; 1:45-2:30 p.m.: Friendship Haven; 3-3:30 p.m.: Fox Acres Apartments; 4-4:30 p.m. Green Acres and Crestview; 4-4:30 p.m. Kingston Square Apartments

June 5: 10-10:45 a.m.: Silver Birch; 2:15-3 p.m.: Primrose Community; 3:45-4:30 p.m.: Christy Lane; 4-4:30 p.m.: Oliene and McKibben

June 6: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.: Strawberry Festival

YMCA Summer Camp 2025

Registration is now open for the Kokomo Family YMCA’s Summer Camp at Camp Tycony. Finalize your summer plans and register your child for the best summer ever. Your child will have the opportunity to explore nature on 52 beautiful acres, which include hiking trails, ponds, wooded areas, and more! They will discover new talents, try various activities, gain independence, and form lasting friendships and memories. Summer Camp begins on June 2, and spots are expected to fill up quickly! Register by clicking here.

KPRD Recreation Adventure

The Kokomo Parks and Recreation Department will hold its Recreation Adventure Program at Highland, Bon Air, and Mohr parks beginning Mon., June 2, and continuing through July 8. On Monday through Friday each week, from noon until 5 p.m., staff will be on hand at each park to offer leadership and organized games and sports for children, who may come and go on their own. Playgrounds will be supervised during these times. The staff also will offer arts and crafts, games, picnics, storytelling, and on Fridays they will offer special crafts. The cost of crafts will be $1 or less.

Art Therapy for Teens

Brooke Komar, a board-certified art therapist and licensed mental health counselor, will teach to channel emotions into the art-making process at the Kokomo Howard County Public Library, 220 N. Union St. The session takes place on Tue., June 3, from 2-3:30 p.m. Register for this event by visiting www.khcpl.org and clicking on Events.

Art Therapy for Adults

Brooke Komar, a board-certified art therapist and licensed mental health counselor, will teach to channel emotions into the art-making process at the Kokomo Howard County Public Library, 220 N. Union St. The session takes place on Wed., June 4, from 6-7:30 p.m. Register for this event by visiting www.khcpl.org and clicking on Events.

Blind Tiger Comedy Open Mic

The Blind Tiger Comedy Open Mic show takes place on the first Wednesday of each month at the Elbow Room, 1004 N. Washington St. The next open mic night will be held on June 4. This event is free to attend, and you are welcome to try your hand at comedy.

Summer Reading Program Kick-Off

Kick off a summer filled with art and creativity! Join the Kokomo Howard County Public Library, 220 N. Union St., on Fri., June 6, from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. to sign up for the Summer Reading Program, earn prizes, and enjoy fun crafts and activities during its annual kick-off party.

KSO TV Dinner

The Kokomo Symphony Orchestra will hold its sixth annual TV Dinner Fundraiser on Sat., June 7, at The Hobson, 110 N. Washington St. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with a performance from the KSO Quartet. The theme of this year’s sing-along celebration is the Wild West. Join the KSO for dinner and music, trivia, live and silent auctions, and more. Come dressed in your favorite “country” outfit and support the symphony! Seats are $60 each or $550 for a table. Tickets are available now by calling 765-236-0251.

KATS Youth Athletic Camps

Kokomo High School will offer action-packed summer with its youth athletic KATS - Kids Active Training and Skills - Camps. Throughout June and July, expert coaching will be offered in baseball, basketball, football, soccer, softball, speed and strength training, tennis, and track and field, as well as a youth wrestling clinic, with former Iowa University standouts. KATS camps are open to all area youth, catering to a wide range of ages and abilities. Registration is now open at www.kokomoathletics.com/registrations. For more information, contact the Kokomo High School Athletic Department at 765-455-8053 or nsale@kokomo.k12.in.us.

Adult Summer Reading Program

The Greentown Public Library, 421 S. Harrison St., will hold its annual Adult Summer Reading Program from June 2 through July 11. Sign up and receive a reading log. Check out books and turn in your registration sheets to get summer started right! Win fantastic prizes by just reading for two hours. Prizes are awarded for up to 10 hours of reading, and whenever you visit the library to borrow books. The library is open Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m., on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m., and Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. For more information, call 765-628-3534.

Taylor Summer Food Program

The Taylor Community School Corp. will offer a summer food program from June 2-20. Meals will be free to all children aged 18 or younger with no application or proof of income needed. All meals must be eaten on-site. Adults may purchase a meal for $4. Breakfast will be served from 8:30-9:15 a.m., and lunch will follow from 11-11:45 a.m., Monday through Friday, at Taylor Elementary School, 5500 Wea Dr. For more information, call 765-453-1101, ext. 1501, or email pbolin@taylor.k12.in.us.

Reach Youth Summer Program

Looking for a summer program for the kids while they’re out of school? Turning Point will offer a Reach Youth program, Monday through Friday, from June 2 through July 25 at its Reach Youth Office, 216 W. Walnut St. From 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. each day, kids will experience educational trips, sports and recreation, social enrichment, arts and crafts, relationship building, and free lunch. This program is open to youth ages 12-17 and is free to attend. For more information, call 765-860-9645.

Preschool Programs at Greentown Library

The Greentown Public Library, 421 S. Harrison St., will offer a variety of programs throughout the summer for preschoolers. Register for these sessions by calling 765-628-3534. On Mondays in June, enjoy Babes in Story Land from 11-11:30 a.m., beginning June 2. This program is designed for children ages 0-2. Every Tuesday in June from 10:30-11:30 a.m. will bring Story Hour for children ages 4-5, beginning June 3. On Thursdays in June from 11-11:30 a.m., relive your favorite Mother Goose tales with your 3-year-olds, beginning June 5. On Mon., June 30, get messy with your preschoolers as you paint as 4^th of July t-shirt, beginning at 11 a.m. On Tue., July 1, at 11 a.m., it’s time for your little ones to make friends and explore color. On Thu., July 3, Wrangler and Friends visit the library at 11 a.m. to show how much Wrangler loves color.

Painting at the Greentown Library

Throughout June, the Greentown Public Library, 421 S. Harrison St., will hold special programming each Monday from 2-3 p.m. On Mon., June 2, discover the joy of watercolor painting. Unleash your creativity in the class, perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike.

Closing the Gap

The Carver Community Center, 1030 N. Purdum St., will hold its annual Closing the Gap Summer Camp from June 3 through July 3. The camp takes place each Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. through those dates. The camp provides classes focusing on language, computer skills, reading, mathematics, and STEM. The classes are led by licensed teachers, and instruction is given based on Indiana state standards. This camp is free to attend and is available to children in grades K-5. To register, visit the Carver Community Center, call 765-457-9318, or visit www.kokomocarver.org.

Northwestern Schools Summer Meals

Northwestern School Corp. will offer a summer meal program, free to all friends ages 18 and under. Beginning Tue., June 3, meal pick-up will be available at Howard Elementary School, 3526 N, CR 300 E, at Door 2, from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. every Tuesday. The last day of distribution will be July 15. Each child will receive five breakfasts and five lunches. Visit www.nwscnutrislice.com to review the summer menu. The school asks that participants complete an online survey at https://forms.office.com/r/jFwexr3Qdi in order to participate. Any special dietary needs must be disclosed on the survey at least one week before participating.

Water Spray

The Kokomo Parks and Recreation Department and the Kokomo Fire Department will hold a free water spray at Mohr Park, 2302 Saratoga Ave., on Wed., June 4, from 1-3 p.m. All ages are welcome to attend and participate. For additional information, visit www.cityofkokomo.org/departments/water_sprays.php

Kokomo Park Band Concert

The Kokomo Park Band returns on Wed., June 4, to perform Music from the Heartland, beginning at 7:30 p.m. on the Highland Park Stage. The concert will feature “Fanfare from Korea,” featuring tuba soloist Tony Kniffen and vocalist Cherissa Lawson. Admission to the concert is free. For more information, visit www.kokomoparkband.org.

Wednesdays at the Greentown Library

The Summer Reading Program at the Greentown Public Library, 421 E. Harrison St., is packed with activities for children. Each Wednesday at 1 p.m. through early July, the library will feature special programming. On June 4, Chalk the Block and transform the sidewalk around the library lot into a colorful masterpiece. On June 11, Color Your World with a beautiful porch spinner. On June 18, discover how to make scratch art sheets. Then, design a creation to take home and enjoy. On June 25, create a colorful sun catcher to brighten up any space. On July 2, dive into the MESStival and leave with a messy masterpiece of your own. On July 9, design a one-of-a-kind paper collage placemat using paper scraps. Take it home the same day or leave it to be laminated.

The Uncanny Exhibition

The IU Kokomo Art Gallery is searching for something strange. The Uncanny Exhibition will take place June 4-25, and the gallery is inviting artists to submit their unnatural or otherworldly artwork. The exhibition will feature art that is unordinary or eerie; works that evoke a strange and unexplainable aura, making viewers question reality. For more information, visit https://go.iu.edu/8rcC

CrisisReady Preparedness

Do you know the best ways to receive updates and alerts about severe weather and other disasters? Have you heard of the county’s Smart911 system and the advantages it has during 911 calls? Attend Crisis Ready’s June presentation on Thu., June 5, from 6:30-7:45 p.m. at Century Villa, 705 N. Meridian St., Greentown, to learn all of this and more. Free preparedness items and resources will be available to participants. Immediately following the presentation, take part in Stop the Bleed—a vital first aid course that teaches you how to respond to life-threatening bleeding in just three simple steps. No age requirement: Anyone can learn to save a life! (Please note: graphic content is included; parental discretion is advised.) Registration is preferred but not required by visiting https://form.jotform.com/243395246734160

2025 Kokomo Strawberry Festival

The 27th annual Strawberry Festival takes over downtown Kokomo on Friday, June 6, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. For just $8, enjoy the festival’s signature dessert. Come early, as shortcake is served until 7 p.m. or while supplies last. There will be more than 175 booths featuring food, artisan goods, handmade gifts, and festival favorites. Live music and entertainment will fill the streets with energy and local talent. The Artsapalooza Art Market will take place during the event. There will be hands-on art activities and play zones perfect for kids and families, including the ABATE Tiny Tots Motorcycle Experience. Craft beer and cocktails will be served throughout the walkable downtown festival area. Admission is free and all ages are welcome. Each year, artists gather downtown during the Strawberry Festival for the Kokomo Plein Air Paint Out. These paintings will be displayed in the Kokomo Art Center during the month of June. There is no entry fee or registration required. The session runs from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the festival. To have your painting displayed, drop it off from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Artworks Gallery, 210 N. Main St. For more information on how to get involved in the Plein Air Paint Out, contact Aaron Pickens at ajpicken@iu.edu. General inquiries about the Strawberry Festival should be directed to Susan Alexander at salexander@greaterkokomo.com or Casie Braden at cbraden@greaterkokomo.com. You can reach both at 765-457-5301.

Fridays at the Greentown Library

The Summer Reading Program at the Greentown Public Library, 421 E. Harrison St., is packed with activities for children. Each Friday at 1 p.m. through early July, the library will feature special programming. On June 6, dress up in your brightest colors and get ready for a Technicolor Dance Party. This event will include black lights, strobe lights, and loud music. On June 13, head to Suburban Lanes in Tipton for an afternoon of Cosmic Bowling under the disco lights, complete with booming music and tons of fun. On June 20, go Somewhere Over the Rainbow with library. Follow the yellow brick road and gather all the pieces needed to create a rainbow craft. Don’t miss this choose-you-own-adventure experience! On June 27, declare a Color War! Meet on the Comet Trail near the T-ball field to jog through rainbow clouds, then cool off with a splash on the library lawn. On July 11, it’s time to taste the rainbow, wrapping up the reading program with rainbow-themed snacks.

Bob Moore Organ Recital

Bob Moore, a church organist for more than 50 years, will perform an organ recital featuring the works of Bach, Mozart, Chopin, Wagner, French, and contemporary pieces, concluding with the playing of The Lord’s Prayer. The recital takes place Fri., June 6, beginning at 7 p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church, 212 W. Walnut St. A reception will follow.

Skateboarding Lessons

The Kokomo Parks and Recreation Department will offer skateboarding lessons this summer. Registration is open now until June 6 by visiting the KPRD office in Highland Park. The cost of the lessons is $30, and the class dates are June 11, 18, 25, and July 2, 9, 16. Class time is 8:30-9:30 a.m. Elbow and knee pads and helmets can be provided, but participants are encouraged to bring their own.

Line Dancing

The Carver Community Center, 1030 N. Purdum St., holds a free Line Dancing class the first Saturday of each month, taught by Tina Robinson. The next class takes place Sat., June 7, beginning at 10 a.m. Don’t miss out on this awesome opportunity to move about and have fun. Invite your friends and sign up today by calling 765-457-9318 or emailing kokomocarver@gmail.com .

Solidarity Car, Truck, and Bike Show

Join Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union, 201 E, Southway Blvd., as it presents the annual Car, Truck, and Nike Show on Sat., June 7, from 11 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. There will be a complimentary lunch, a live deejay, exciting door prizes, and more than 25 awards celebrating a variety of vehicles from classics to antiques and more. The first 50 registrants will receive a free prize. Register by visiting https://solfcu.org/solidaritycarshow/

Summerfest Weekend

Summerfest Weekend returns to Kokomo June 20-22, featuring entertainment, food, and shared experiences. And the celebration is already underway! On Sat., June 7, enjoy the Tropicool Vibes Pool Party at the Kokomo Beach Family Aquatic Center from 6-9 p.m. Tickets are available now by visiting www.eventbrite.com and searching for “Summerfest Weekend.” Then, join your friends and neighbors on Fri., June 20, for an evening great music from The Toy Factory, which will perform from 7-10 p.m. The weekend also will feature a two-day, double-elimination, 3-on-3 basketball tournament on June 21-22 as well as the 6^th Annual Bobby Pettigrew Kickball Tourney. Registration for the kickball tourney can be made by emailing bpmc765@gmail.com. The registration fee is $25. The Summerfest Weekend wraps up on Sunday, June 22, with a day of R&B Bingo, food, and activities.

TV Dinner Fundraiser

The Kokomo Symphony Orchestra is bringing the Wild West to The Hobson, 110 N. Washington St., on Sat., June 7, for its annual TV Dinner Fundraiser. Dress up in your best Western attire and get ready for a boot-scootin’ night of music, dancing, trivia, auctions, and more; all in support of live, local music. A KSO quartet, charcuterie, and Western-themed fun await. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the event begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $60 each or $550 for a table. Purchase tickets by visiting https://www.kokomosymphony.com/concerts-events/

Ignite Your Future Camp

Indiana University Kokomo will host Ignite Your Future Camp on June 9-12, and it is looking for alumni volunteers willing to help inspire middle schoolers through hands-on career exploration, self-awareness, and college readiness activities. Those interested should contact Brandi Keith at bdkeith@iu.edu or Cheryl Schlemmer at cashlem@iu.edu .

Community Expo

Join the Center Township Trustee’s Office on Thu., June 12, as it hosts a fun-filled day at the Community Expo and Resource Fair. The event runs from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. and takes place at the Center Township Trustee’s Office, 213 E. Jefferson St. Sponsored by Duke Energy, the event features a food giveaway, free lunch, a petting zoo, games, and the opportunity to connect with many community services, resources, and organizations.

Birdies, Bourbons, and Beers

Soupley’s Wine and Spirits will team up with DSI Together with Bona Vista to present the annual Birdies, Bourbons, and Beers Golf Classic on Fri., June 13. This nine-hole event takes place at Wildcat Creet Golf Course, 3200 Timber Valley Dr. Lunch starts at noon, and the golf begins at 1 p.m. Registration is $400 per team. For more information or to register, call 765-457-8273 or visit www.dsiservices.org.

Widows Ride

Widows’ Purse will present the Widows Ride on Sat., June 14. This motorcycle ride will start and end at the Grissom Air Force Base Pavilion. Registration runs from 9-11 a.m., with kickstands going up at 11:10 a.m. Cost of the ride is $20 for riders and $10 for passengers. All types of bikes are welcome to participate. Also, enjoy music, food, and prizes at the Pavilion. Vendor space is available for just $25. This event is organized with the assistance on the Indiana Widows Sons Tenets Chapter.

Greentown Glass Festival

The Greentown Main Street Association announces the Greentown Glass Festival, scheduled for June 14, from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. in downtown Greentown. Five local bands will perform throughout the day. At noon, Sarah Barton and 2^nd That Band performs, followed by Sonic Union at 2 p.m., the Medicinal Bluegrass Band at 4 p.m., the Keyton Romero Band at 6 p.m., and the Blue Collar Union at 8 p.m. A cruise-in will take place during the day at the Greentown American Legion Post 317. There is a $15 entry fee. Dash plaques will go to the first 60 registrants. To register contact Lorraine Smith at 765-860-7090 or via email at lorraine.smith@centuryvilla.com. Craft vendors will set up downtown from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. The Greentown Farmers Market will operate from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. From noon until 6 p.m. Josiah White’s will hold a Family Fun Zone from noon until 6 p.m. A parade will run through downtown, leaving from Eastern High School at 11 a.m. The National Greentown Glass Association will hold its annual convention on June 13-14 in conjunction with the event. An online auction will begin on Fri., June 13, at 5 p.m. Visit www.charityauction.bid/2025glass to participate. A Greentown Glass Marketplace will take place from 9-11 a.m. on Sat., June 14, at Kokomo Zion Church, followed by a dinner reception at 4:45 p.m., also at the church. For more information these events, email krystaltategmsa@gmail.com or visit www.greentownindiana.org/greentown-glass-festival .

Yoga in the Park

The Kokomo Parks and Recreation Department welcomes back Yoga in the Park, featuring 11 free yoga sessions in three different public parks. The sessions are open to all skill levels and are totally free to the public. Classes will take place in Jackson Morrow Park at the shelter from 6-7 p.m. on Sat., June 14, July 12, Aug. 9, and Sept. 20. Highland Park will host classes at the Earthen Stage from 8-9 a.m. on Sat., June 21, July 19, and Aug. 2. Foster Park will feature yoga at the Performing Arts Pavilion from 8-9 a.m. on Sat., June 28, July 16, Aug. 23, and Sept. 6. KPRD does not supply mats or other equipment.

Creamed Corn Chug

The Literacy Coalition of Howard County will take center stage at the 2025 Floating Lantern and Foodie Feast-ival at Beaver Point Campground in Windfall on June 14 at 7 p.m. It will be the recipient of proceeds from a creamed corn chugging contest fundraiser. Participants will pay $25 to prove they are the fastest at consuming a 60 oz. pitcher of creamed corn. The fastest, cleanest chug will take the title. Donations and sponsorships for this event are being accepted. For more information, contact the Literacy Coalition at 765-450-8532 or by emailing litco34@gmail.com. The Beaver Point Campground is located at 10162 E, CR 500 S, near Windfall, Ind.

Super Explorers Camp

The Kokomo Parks and Recreation Department will offer its Super Explorers and Junior Super Explorers camps this summer. The Junior Super Explorers Camp runs from June 16-20 for children ages 5-8. Super Explorers Camp for ages 9-11 takes place June 23-27. Registration is open now, and the cost is $30 per child. Visit the parks department office in Highland Park to register.

Lilly Scholarship Information Night

The Community Foundation Serving Howard, Clinton and Carroll Counties will hold a Lilly Scholarship Information Night on Tue., June 17. This session, designed for seniors in the Class of 2026, will take place in Hingst Hall on the Ivy Tech Community College campus in Kokomo, 1815 E. Morgan St. Receive an overview of the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship and learn about eligibility and application requirements. Also learn tips for submitting a strong application. There will be a question-and-answer session. Register for this event by clicking here.