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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Broom Making Workshop

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

Come to the Nature Center and learn how to make a cobweb broom. Supply fee of $30.00 will cover the cost of materials to make a cobweb or hand broom, instruction, and light refreshment. Instruction will last 3 hours. Co-sponsored by the Friends of Mounds State Park. To register visit friendsofmounds-programs.square.site

Anderson Symphony Orchestra: Classical Masterworks with wine and chocolate pre-show

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

Join us for a sophisticated evening of indulgence as we pair exquisite chocolates with fine wines, creating a sensory journey that will delight your taste buds. Chocolate and Wine 2024 will be a perfect opportunity to socialize and enjoy the company of fellow music enthusiasts. Expect wine stations, chocolate stations, and heavy hors d'oeuvre. No need to eat dinner prior to this event. Tickets are $35 and may be purchased online at Andersonsymphony.org or by calling 765-644-2111.
Following the Chocolate and Wine Event, join us for the Classical Masterworks concert conducted by Richard Sowers and featuring Sirena Huang, gold medal winner of the 2022 International Violin Competition of Indianapolis and one of the world’s finest young violinists. As our guest artist, she will perform the Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto in D Major. The Beethoven Overture to Egmont will begin the concert, and Brahms Symphony No. 1 will round out the evening of classical masterworks. Tickets for the concert are also available online at Andersonsymphony.org, by calling 765-644-2111 or at the door.

Dance Marathon

Iner G Impact 2629 Lindberg Rd., Anderson, Indiana

This Saturday Leadership Academy of Madison County YLA is having a party for high schoolers that benefits Alternatives Incorporated!

Movie Afternoon

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

Celebrate Stephen's birthday with Movie Afternoon. We'll be having it on a Tuesday this month to mark the occasion. Yummy snacks will accompany the animated film that stars an aspiring chef who just happens to be a rat. No need to sign up - just stop by if you can!

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.

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.