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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A Chair Affair

Gallery 119 119 W. State St., Pendleton, Indiana

Kickoff event at first Friday opening reception with silent auction bids going through September 9. A chair affair features artist painted chairs donated by Anita's, the recently closed popular local restaurant. Admire the creative spirit of PAS members and help support the gallery through your bid!

Beat the Heat! Storytime/Playtime

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

In lieu of storytime for the third week of August, we will instead meet outside for some water-based sensory activities and art. Loose fitting clothing is recommended. Babies and pre-K youth are the target age for this event.

Bound to Books Adult Book Club

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

Welcome! We'd love to have you join our newest book club at PCL.

Meditation in the Library

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

Guided Meditation with Jane from Esme Faire a certified mindfulness and meditation teacher.

Beat the Heat After School

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

Cool off after school with a wet sponge fight, bubbles, sidewalk art, and more! This is an outdoor drop-in event; no registration required, but loose fitting clothing is recommended.

Family Game Night

Lapel Branch Library 610 Main St., Lapel, Indiana

Drop by for an evening of family fun at the Lapel Branch! There will be an assortment of games for all ages available to play. We will have bowling, giant jenga, giant sorry, as well as a variety of other board games and card games for your family to explore. Be sure to check out our early literacy play area and don't miss our group game at 6pm.

There is sure to be something that everyone will enjoy.

Playground Ribbon Cutting

Falls Park Main Playground 100 Falls Park Dr., Pendleton, Indiana

Grand opening of the new playground in Falls Park as well as unveiling of the new mural along Fall Creek. There will be food trucks on site as well as a DJ.

Pendleton Indiana Farmers Market

Falls Park 299 Falls Park Drive, Pendleton, IN 46064, Pendleton, Indiana, United States

Growers, producers, and artisans line the drive between the pond and museum in Falls Park. The market has been bringing a community together since 1994. Weekly schedule of vendors and special promotions on the market's Facebook page.

Duck Adoption Event

Ohanalulu 106 W. State St., Pendleton, Indiana

Adopt a racing duck for the Friends' annual Lucky Duck race for $5. Your support helps support library programs!

Pendleton Historical Museum Open

Falls Park 299 Falls Park Drive, Pendleton, IN 46064, Pendleton, Indiana, United States

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.