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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Pre-K: The Elements of Art

Anderson Museum of Art 32 W. 10th St., Anderson, Indiana

Instructor Olivia Willard will teach children ages 3-6 yrs. the basic elements of art from lines and shapes to colors and value. Cost is $35.00/$25.00 for members.

Wild Edibles

Park Office Falls Park Drive, Pendleton, Indiana

Discover wild edibles on this one-hour hike through parts of the Red Loop. We will discuss ethics and safety of wild edible hunting. We will not be eating anything on this hike. *Never eat wild edibles without researching multiple reliable sources. Meet at the Park Office parking lot.

Lego Drop In

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

All ages are invited to drop in to the Community Room for an afternoon of open building and engineering. Classic Legos as well as Duplos, Lincoln Logs, and wooden blocks will be available.

Teacher Appreciation Summer Kickoff-Live Music with Katie Jo

T.M. Nortons 3315 Cherry Rd., Anderson, Indiana

Come join us for an end of the school year bash with Katie Jo! Teachers - wear your school colors! The school with the most teacher representation will get 10% off their bill. Our patio is all ages, so the whole family is welcome. Ask your bartenders about our food and drink specials!

Intertwined II: A Contemporary Fibers Exhibition & Call for Art

Anderson Museum of Art 32 W. 10th St., Anderson, Indiana

Artisans are invited to enter AMOA's 2nd textile/fiber competition and exhibition. AMOA will exhibit submissions that reflect a wide range of works related to the fiber medium. The goal of the exhibition is to include innovative work rooted in traditional fiber materials, structure, processes, and history, as well as art that explores unexpected relationships between fiber and other creative disciplines. Our judge this year is Carrie Wright.
This competitive exhibit will be showcased alongside Intertwined II: A Contemporary Fibers Exhibit
featuring the work of Martina Celerin, Constance Collins, Anne McKenzie Nicholson, and Daren Redman.
EXHIBIT DATES
June 13 - August 2, 2024
DROP OFF ARTWORK
May 31, 10 am - 5 pm
June 1, 10 am - 3 pm
OPENING RECEPTION
Thursday, June 13 from 5:30-7:30 pm
Awards at 6:30 pm
ARTWORK PICK-UP BEGINS
August 3, 10 am - 5 pm
Visit www.andersonart.org/portfolio/intertwined-2 for more information and a copy of the CFA
prospectus.

Pendleton Indiana Farmers Market

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

Celebrating its 30th season in 2024, the Pendleton Indiana Farmers Market is located in Falls Park along the banks of Fall Creek at the heart of downtown Pendleton. Over sixty vendors set up each Saturday from May to September from 9am to 12:30pm.

Pendleton Historical Museum Open

Pendleton Historical Museum Falls Park Drive, Pendleton, Indiana

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.

Summer Reading Kickoff with Silly Safaris

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

Join us for an educational, interactive, exciting live animal show to kick off Summer Reading! Learn about conservation and behavior of exotic animals - maybe even pet one! Register through library's website.

Pendleton Historical Museum Open

Pendleton Historical Museum Falls Park Drive, Pendleton, Indiana

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.

1st Sunday Presentation

Madison County Historical Society 15 West 11th Street, Anderson, Indiana

Stephen T. Jackson will present "Anderson's Town & Four More Inidan Villages" a 16 part series based on his book "If the River Could Talk, Stories of the White River in Madison County". This 16 part series is being touted as part of the America 250 Celebration.