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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Business Planning for the Solar Eclipse

Pendleton Town Hall 100 W State St, Pendleton, Indiana

Explore potential business impacts and opportunities to leverage increased visitor counts during the April 8 total solar eclipse.

Game Corner

Pendleton Community Public Library 595 E. Water St., Pendleton, Indiana, United States

"The Game Corner" features a friendly video game tournament for teens in grades 6-12. Recent game selections include Nintendo Switch Sports, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, TowerFall, and Rocket League.

Inferno with Crys

Pendleton Community Public Library 595 E. Water St., Pendleton, Indiana, United States

Unleash the fire within as you groove through the beats and break a sweat in our beginner's hip-hop aerobics class – where every move is a step closer to unleashing your dance inferno!

Starry Night Adult Book Club

Pendleton Community Public Library 595 E. Water St., Pendleton, Indiana, United States

Monthly book club for adults.

Cabaret in the Commons

Lapel High School 1850 S 900 W, Lapel, Indiana

The annual Cabaret in the Commons is back! The Jazz Band and Show Choir will perform while the audience is served a meal of pulled pork, baked beans, cole slaw, hash brown casserole, chocolate sheet cake and drinks. The cost is $15 for the meal and show and $5 for just the show. Tickets can be purchased by calling Lapel High School at 765-534-3036. Proceeds will benefit show choir, jazz band, and Lapel Food Pantry. Attendees are encouraged to bring canned food donations for a collection taking place the night of the event.

The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening

Paramount Theatre 1124 Meridian St, Anderson, IN 46016, Anderson, Indiana

Watch the beloved movie and enjoy Q&A and behind the scenes tales from its production with other super-fans of The Princess Bride. See the Paramount's starry night skies and soak in the film it a rare atmospheric theatre.

Love in the Library – Magnetic Conversations

Pendleton Community Public Library 595 E. Water St., Pendleton, Indiana, United States

Create your own "conversation heart" magnets to gift to classmates, friends, and family using card stock, flat glass marbles, and Mod Podge. Ages 9-13. Registration required.

Candle Making Workshop

Mounds State Park 4306 Mounds Road, Anderson, IN 46017, Anderson, Indiana

Come to the Mounds State Park Nature Center for this 90-minute workshop in which you will learn how to make your own container candles. Workshop cost of $15 includes all supplies to make one to two candles, instruction, and light refreshments. To register visit friendsofmounds-programs.square.site. Co-sponsored by the Friends of Mounds State Park.

Winter Speaker

Pendleton Historical Museum Falls Park Drive, Pendleton, Indiana

The Museum's winter speaker series is a cozy way to spend an afternoon learning about the history of the local area with other community members.

Cupid’s Chest – A Valentine’s Gift Box Making Event

Pendleton Community Public Library 595 E. Water St., Pendleton, Indiana, United States

Crafting love one box at a time! Join us for Cupid's Chest, a DIY Valentine's Gift Box Making Event, and spread the warmth of handmade affection. Mix, Match, and Share the Love!"