Stephen T. Jackson will present "Presenting the Presidents of the United States of America-Part 1" 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.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Children ages 4-7 are invited to join certified music therapist Ms. Tiffany for an evening full of movement, rhythm, melodies, and fun!

Candlelight yoga will use a gentle, flow style class that focuses on breathing and light stretching. It is the perfect way to end your day and wind down before bed.

PCL hosts a lawyer in the library to offer FREE legal advice in a professional, private setting.

This month’s God Abundance Meal sponsored by the Christian Women Fellowship “Comfort Keepers” will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11, in the basement of East Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), 124 E. Main St.

The menu will include chicken-and-noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, applesauce, roll, assorted desserts and a drink. A freewill offering will be taken. Carryout will be available for the immediate area.

Call Betty at 765-623-3553 in advance, or call the church, 765-533-4996, on the day of the meal.

The church is handicap accessible.

Learn how to help manage spontaneous volunteers in a disaster. When our community is hit by a disaster, volunteers play a major role in response and recovery. Register for Disaster Volunteer Reception Center training and be ready when your community needs you most.

The United Way set up a Volunteer Recovery Center following Pendleton's 2019 tornado thanks to preparation training like this.

Storytime is aimed for children age 0-6. Visit for snacks, songs, crafts, and playtime!

A place for support and educational resources.
Please call in advance to register for care at (765)298-1660

All are welcome to join Pendleton Christian Church for food and fellowship at the weekly community suppers in the church fellowship hall. Each week’s menu features something hot and delicious to fill your family’s stomach and good company that will fill your heart.

Evening book club held from 6:30-7:30 on the 2nd Thursday of every month (except December).

Evening book club held from 6:30-7:30 on the 2nd Thursday of every month (except December).

Join Anderson Farmers Market and Bloom Director, Anna Ulam, for a live cooking demonstration! Participants learn how to create nutritious dishes, spotlighting fresh, seasonal produce. Everyone will enjoy a dish and take home a locally grown ingredient.

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.

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.

It's a crochet club for teens! Anyone between the ages of 13 and 18 can join and all skill levels are welcome. Registration required.
We will have extra hooks and yarn, but if you have your own supplies and projects to work on, please bring them. This is a chill, quiet, casual, small group setting that meets every other Saturday.

Guest Conductor Daniel Wiley leads the ASO in the opening night of the season. Wiley, currently the Assistant Conductor with Cincinnati Symphony and Kansas City Symphony, leads the orchestra in composer Carlos Simon’s “Fate Now Conquers” and Tchaikovsky’s “Symphony No. 4.” Pianist, Dr. Eldred Marshall joins Wiley and the ASO for Mozart’s “Piano Concerto No. 20 in D minor, K. 466.”

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.

Biweekly farmers market runs through October.

Show off your creativity -- make a bracelet or lanyard! Bead Club is a drop in program for ages 9-13 hosted on the third Monday of each month. Snacks provided.

An evening of vibrant flavors and lively rhythms! Join us for a fun-filled night of dancing, delicious drinks, and great company.
Join us for Sips and Salsa in celebration of Hispanic Heritage! Experience the vibrant energy of salsa dancing with expert instructor Rachel Fischer from Latin Expressions in Indianapolis. Whether you're a beginner or just looking to brush up on your moves, Rachel will guide you through the basics in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Enjoy delicious mocktails and snacks, with an onsite bartender adding to the festive vibe. Don’t miss this lively evening of culture, connection, and fun! Seats are limited, and registration is required—secure your spot today! Must be 18+ to join.

Do you want to help plan?
Do you have a talent to share?
Do you want to volunteer?
Please join us!

Help us decorate our homecoming float & teen room to show off our Arabian pride! We will have plenty of green & white supplies to make wooden garlands or your own jewelry. Snacks & drinks provided.

Grab your Buddy and head to the Lapel Library! We will have Woodland themed craft and activities for you and your Buddy to enjoy.

Don't forget to bring your reading logs!

Don't have a Reading Buddy yet? That's ok we will provide one for you (while supplies last)! This program is geared towards children in Kindergarten through 4th grade.

Candlelight yoga will use a gentle, flow style class that focuses on breathing and light stretching. It is the perfect way to end your day and wind down before bed.

Sponsored by Pinnacle Systems
Join us for our monthly networking event! Bring your business cards! Enjoy a donut from Jack's Donuts and Coffee from The Exchange Coffee Co.

Join us for an hour of stories and fun at Gathering Grounds Coffee Shop in Lapel. Enjoy stories, songs, finger-plays, and rhymes. Strengthen early literacy skills and encourage the joy of learning. Each program ends with a fun craft or activity!

Join Anderson Farmers Market and Bloom Director, Anna Ulam, for a live cooking demonstration! Participants learn how to create nutritious dishes, spotlighting fresh, seasonal produce. Everyone will enjoy a dis and take home a locally grown ingredient!
Free to attend, but registration is required.

Hang out at Lapel Library every 1st and 3rd Wednesday after school for games, movies, STEM, and art activities! Watch anime, build with legos, play video games, program robots, complete crafts, and much much more. Each week will be something a bit different.

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

Welcome! We'd love to have you join our newest book club at PCL.
We will be meeting on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 6:30pm in Sycamore AB. Bring yourself and join us--we don't even care if you're late (or, didn't finish the book)!

Questions? Email Ashley at carseats@pendleton.lib.in.us or check out this group's Facebook page.

Our 2024 reading selections, and their discussion dates, are:

September 18th: The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson
October 16th: The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose
November 20th: Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson
December 18th: Holiday Party / Book Exchange

Storytime is aimed for children age 0-6. Visit for snacks, songs, crafts, and playtime!

Small, afternoon book club; members sometimes meet at each other's homes. We still reserve the room for them. This club meets from noon to 1:00 p.m. on the 3rd Thursday of every month (except Dec.)

All are welcome to join Pendleton Christian Church for food and fellowship at the weekly community suppers in the church fellowship hall. Each week’s menu features something hot and delicious to fill your family’s stomach and good company that will fill your heart.

Join us in Supporting Habitat for Humanity in Partnership with First Merchants Bank 100% of your tips will be donated to Habitat for Humanity!

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.

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.

Multiple award categories, food, and DJ

Come to the Mounds State Park Nature Center and the Bronnenberg front lawn and meet folks from the DNR’s Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology, Ball State University, and the Upper White River Archaeological Society. They will have artifacts and stories to share. Bring any artifacts you would like to have identified. There will also be hands-on activities for kids including making cordage and pinch pots, watching a flintknapper make stone tools, Atl-Atl throwing and more! The event is free with park admission of $7 per vehicle for Indiana residents and $9 for out of state residents.

Bounce houses, DJ, vendors, raffles, activities, and more! Brings donations for Ingalls Police Department's Cops for Kids outreach - cash or donations of unused toys and winter clothing are needed.

Many people’s introduction to AFSP comes through the Out of the Darkness Walks, taking place in cities nationwide. In our Community, Campus and Overnight Walks, those affected by suicide – and those who support them – raise awareness and much-needed funds, strongly sending the message that suicide can be prevented, and that no one is alone.

Town Submitted Special Event: The Pendleton Lion's Club will be hosting their annual free fishing derby for kids up to 13 years old at Falls Park.

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.

This is such a unique event! Join worship leaders and musicians from many local churches in a night of worship at the Pendleton Elementary School Gym (PES). This is an event for the whole community and everyone is invited. Churches represented are from a variety of denominations with a unified goal of lifting high the name of Jesus!

Join Anderson Farmers Market and Bloom Director, Anna Ulam, for a live cooking demonstration! Participants learn how to create nutritious dishes, spotlighting fresh, seasonal produce. Everyone will enjoy a dis and take home a locally grown ingredient!
Free to attend, but registration is required.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED PER SESSION. 1st, 2nd, & 3rd graders are invited to listen to book talks by Ms. Rachelle, then compete for the book of their choice. Sponsored by the Kiwanis. Snacks provided.

Move & groove to fun tunes with music therapist, Ms. Tiffany! Little ones (with their adult) will sing, dance, & explore instruments as they gain cognitive, motor, and pre-literacy skills. Ages 0-3.

Join us for a monthly book discussion! Questions? Please call the Lapel Branch at 765-313-4089 for more information!

Candlelight yoga will use a gentle, flow style class that focuses on breathing and light stretching. It is the perfect way to end your day and wind down before bed.

Storytime is aimed for children age 0-6. Visit for snacks, songs, crafts, and playtime!

All are welcome to join Pendleton Christian Church for food and fellowship at the weekly community suppers in the church fellowship hall. Each week’s menu features something hot and delicious to fill your family’s stomach and good company that will fill your heart.

Putting Contest.
Proceeds benefit the Gary Wilson Fund.

The PHHS Homecoming parade is a sight to behold. Beyond the band, the team, the candy, and the floats, it's a showcase of the best things that make Pendleton, Pendleton.

Join Us for a FREE Night at the Movies
The Greatest Showman Sing-A-Long
Friday, September 27th at 7:30 PM
The Paramount Theatre Centre & Ballroom
1124 Meridian St, Anderson, IN 46016, USA
Join us for the 2017 Modern Musical Classic Film
The Greatest Showman
Come dressed up and enter our costume contest!
Doors open at 6:30 pm - the Movie begins @ 7:30pm.
Admission is FREE!!
Concessions and a Cash Bar will be available.
plus a FREE pre-show Grand Page Organ concert by the amazing George Smith!
***This a FREE non ticketed event - Seating will be first come, first served.
***Sponsored by GARY & DARLA SALLEE***

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.

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.

Create art out of doors with a group from Pendleton Artists Society. Morning check in and afternoon judging open to artists of all backgrounds and visitors of all interests.

It's a crochet club for teens! Anyone between the ages of 13 and 18 can join and all skill levels are welcome. Registration required.

We will have extra hooks and yarn, but if you have your own supplies and projects to work on, please bring them. This is a chill, quiet, casual, small group setting that meets every other Saturday.

Home Run Derby 9U IA Fundraiser

Join us for another year of cinematic excellence at the Manhattan Short Film Festival! Watch a curated selection of short films from around the world and vote for your favorite.

This event is exclusively for guests 21 and over. Valid ID's will be required upon entry.

Complimentary wine and alcoholic beverages will be available while supplies last.

MANHATTAN SHORT 2024...You Be the Judge!
Discover your inner film critic by casting your vote for Best Film and Best Actor in the 27th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival screening Sept.26-Oct. 6, 2024. You'll join film lovers in over 500 venues across the globe gathering to see the Ten Finalist in this year's event. With past finalists garnering Oscar nominations and short films continuing to move into the Hollywood mainstream, come see this entertaining program featuring the best short films in the world today! Ballots supplied upon entry.

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.

Biweekly farmers market runs through October.

Join us for another year of cinematic excellence at the Manhattan Short Film Festival! Watch a curated selection of short films from around the world and vote for your favorite.

MANHATTAN SHORT 2024...You Be the Judge!
Discover your inner film critic by casting your vote for Best Film and Best Actor in the 27th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival screening Sept.26-Oct. 6, 2024. You'll join film lovers in over 500 venues across the globe gathering to see the Ten Finalist in this year's event. With past finalists garnering Oscar nominations and short films continuing to move into the Hollywood mainstream, come see this entertaining program featuring the best short films in the world today! Ballots supplied upon entry.