The South Madison Community Event Calendar was created to help keep our small towns strong, even as we grow. The Community Event Calendar is managed by the South Madison Community Foundation as a tool to support nonprofit and community organizations in their efforts to create a more vibrant and connected community.

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Fall Family Fest

East Side Church of God 2600 E. 5th St., Anderson

Join us for Family Fall Fest September 24, from 10:30AM-3:00PM. This is a family-friendly and fun event for the whole community. Already, we have a ton of exciting things planned like a performance from the Peru circus, a mini car show, a variety of food trucks, and so much more.

Kids’ Fishing Derby

Falls Park 299 Falls Park Drive, Pendleton, IN 46064, Pendleton

The Lions Club Fishing Derby is scheduled for Sunday Sept. 24th at the pond at Falls Park. There will be two age divisions for this free event. Anyone in these age groups are welcome to fish.
Ages 2 through 8 will sign up from 1:00-130 pm. Fishing time will be 1:30-2:30 pm
Ages 9-13 will sign up from 2:30-3:00 pm.
Fishing time for this group will be from 3:00-4:00
We will have trophies. The number of fish caught per child as well as the length of each fish are recorded. Trophies are awarded for largest fish and most fish caught. There will also be a raffle for each group.
There is no cost to fish and no fishing license is needed for the children. The Lions Club will stock the pond as done every year. Bring your own bait and poles, but we will have extra if you need them.

Pendleton Historical Museum Open

Falls Park 299 Falls Park Drive, Pendleton, IN 46064, Pendleton

Explore local history on display at the free museum next to the Falls. Relax on the porch and strike up a conversation with one of the volunteer docents.

Jewelry Making Class – Sterling Swallow Earrings

Gallery 119 119 W. State St., Pendleton

Tracy Davidson will teach students to use the jewelry saw, torch soldering, patina, and making ear wires. All silver and use of tools is included for class fee of $60. Sign up and pay on the PAS website, by calling 765-778-0986 or stopping by Gallery 119.

Lapel Fall Farmers Market

Downtown Lapel 1321 Main St., Lapel

Homegrown, homemade, handmade market will be near the Bulldog statue downtown every other Sunday in September and October.