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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Storytime with Professor Watermelon

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

Puppets, props, songs, and dances are Professor Watermelon's edu-tainment specialties. Come see for yourself!

Candlelight Yoga

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

Candlelight yoga is a gentle, flow-style class that focuses on breathing and light stretching. It's the perfect way to end your day and wind down before bed. All skill levels and bodies are welcome. Mats and props are available for use.

Teen 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.

Ugly Sweater Game Night

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

Get ready to rock your ugliest sweaters and test your trivia skills! Join us for a night of cozy chaos and compete with your team for a chance to win a $100 gift card. Registration is required.

Vaccine Clinic

Ingalls Town Hall 247 Meridian St, Ingalls, Indiana

Free flu and covid vaccines provided on a first-come, first-serve basis, while supplies last. Administered by the Indiana Department of Health.

Read Me a Story

Lapel Branch Library 610 Main St., Lapel, Indiana

Read Me a Story is a traditional library storytime in the shade of the Lapel Branch greenspace.

Read Me a Story is a less noisy program with individual play, so it has a TURTLE sensory and activity level: low noise with focused, calm activity.

This program emphasizes the early literacy activities of READ, PLAY, SING, TALK, and WRITE which are essential habits for getting ready to read, as determined by the American Library Association's Every Child Ready to Read program.

A Christmas Experience

East Side Church 2600 E 5th St, Anderson, Indiana

Want to experience Christmas? Bring your family and friends to A Christmas Experience at East Side. The evenings will be full of hands-on, interactive fun for families. The ancient town of Bethlehem will be set up in the worship center with fifteen-minute performances of storytelling presenting the Christmas story. Visit the North Pole with stations for crafts, cookie decorating, writing a letter to Santa and more. We have spots available for people who want to help make these enchanting nights possible.

We will also have a Christmas Market (Vendors can sign up here: https://eschurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1893168).
If you're a business looking to promote your business, you can find more information about sponsorship opportunities here: https://eschurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1905225.

Holiday Bazaar

Gathering Grounds Coffee Shop 925 N. Ford St., Lapel, Indiana

Visit the holiday bazaar at Gathering Grounds to round out your shopping.

Children’s Art Classes at Gallery 119

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

Children's art classes take place on the second Saturday of each month at Gallery 119. Classes are taught by a variety of teachers. Each is independently offered and registered. Registration can be done online, at the Gallery, or by phone call to 765-778-0986.

Holiday Gift Wrapping Fundraiser

PHHS 1 Arabian Dr., Pendleton, Indiana

Love shopping, but hate the wrapping? The PHHS Choral Boosters are thrilled to announce a new fundraiser this holiday season! On Saturday, December 9th from 10-2 PM, PHHS Choral Boosters will be providing holiday gift wrapping services by donation. Drop off is at 10am and pick up is at 2pm at the 2W entrance (the front left).