Christmas Toy Drive – S & B Heating and Cooling
S & B Heating and Cooling's 1st Annual Christmas Toy Drive!
Totes will be located by the front door to drop-off if the office is closed.
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.
S & B Heating and Cooling's 1st Annual Christmas Toy Drive!
Totes will be located by the front door to drop-off if the office is closed.
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.
Jim Abrahams will discuss the "History of the Renovation of the Paramount Theater".
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.
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.
Blood is an essential medicine that cannot be manufactured. Whether you are looking for a way to give back to your community or support a friend who is fighting an illness, blood donation is a generous and vital gift!
Schedule an appointment or walk-ins welcome
AN EVENING OF FRIGHTFULLY GOOD FUN
Come out to Harrah's Hoosier Park (4500 Dan Patch Cir, Anderson, IN 46013) at 5:45pm on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, for an evening of spooky fun and community celebration. Expect to run into some delightfully ghoulish guests as you munch hors d'oeuvres and creep your way through the silent auction to the dinner event, where we will celebrate the recipient of this year's Judge Brinkman Child Advocate Award.
Guests:
Please arrive at Harrah's Hoosier Park's covered main entrance between 5:45-6:00pm to register with our Welcome Table team before the buffet dinner begins at 6:15pm. Be sure to bring your mobile device so you can register and bid in the silent auction. The silent auction will close by 8pm, with checkout immediately following.
For this festive event, costume attire is welcome but not required. We look forward to seeing you there for a spooktacular evening!
Please join us at Fall Creek for all the fun and try out your costume before the big day! Kids 12 and under are welcome to enjoy trick-or-treating in a safe and friendly environment.
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.
We've been working hard on our spooky music! Hope you can make it to our concert on the 29th!
The Pendleton Chamber of Commerce encourages our members to participate in the upcoming Pendleton Heights High School Fall 2024 Career and College Fair! This is a unique opportunity to connect directly with our future workforce, showcase your business to local students, and inspire the next generation of professionals. By attending, you’ll help foster relationships with potential future employees while also reinforcing the Chamber's mission to support and strengthen our local economy. Join us in creating pathways for success and ensuring that Pendleton continues to grow as a vibrant place to live, learn, and work!
Don’t miss this fun indoor trick-or-treat event sponsored by the PHMS Beta Club!
K-6 students and younger. Enter through PHMS athletic entrance.
On your way to trick or treat stop by MRE PTO McDonalds Dine to Donate at Exit 219!
Mark your calendar! The State of South Madison County will be held on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, from 6:30-8:30 PM. Vanessa Green Sinders, President and CEO of the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, will be our featured speaker. Ms. Green Sinders will discuss the Indiana Chamber’s long-range economic development strategy for the state, Indiana Prosperity 2035 - A Vision for Economic Acceleration. More information will be forthcoming, including a registration link.
Where do our Halloween traditions, scary monsters, and funeral processes come from? Join us for a private guided tour of Bronnenberg home to hear the history of a Halloween! The private tour is on Wednesday, October 30th at 6:30pm. Space is limited! You must register in advance to join the tour. $10 per person. Register by contacting Sheree at sbelt2@dnr.in.gov OR 765-642-6627
COSTUMES ENCOURAGED! Storytime is aimed for children age 0-6. Visit for snacks, songs, crafts, and playtime!
Iron Horse 3rd annual trunk or treat
Don’t miss it !!
Contact phone number if you'd like to be a part of it, anyone can join!
Watch for little pedestrians in cute, scary, or funny costumes as they take to the street of Lapel. Lights on for candy!
It's a town-wide candy party, and you're invited. Don't miss the fire station and the historic center of it all along the brick street of Broadway in the Pendleton Historic District.
Visit all the decorated trunks filled with candy for trick-or-treaters.
Event will be held outdoors in the parking lot.
A two-day Artisan Market will be held Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lapel Lions Club, 109 E. Fourth St., Lapel. There will be arts and crafts, handmade goods, wood working, food and more.
"Friday Night Frenzy" is a night designed specifically for 6th-8th graders. At our upcoming event there will be food, fun and Costume Contest!
We are looking to have the BIGGEST frenzy ever. So, grab your friends and your costume and come join the fun. Whichever grade has the most in attendance wins big that night And the golden bucket! Each Grade will also have a costume contest.
NO bloody or gory costumes please and nothing Inappropriate.
Cost: $20
Drop off: 6pm Pick Up: 12 am (yes midnight)
View the new exhibit and mingle with artists and their supporters each month at Gallery 119.
A two-day Artisan Market will be held Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lapel Lions Club, 109 E. Fourth St., Lapel. There will be arts and crafts, handmade goods, wood working, food and more.
The 24th annual Keith Trent's Coats of Caring distribution is scheduled for Saturday, November 2, from 10am-1pm at Anderson High School, 4610 Madison Avenue. Coats of Caring offers a FREE winter coat to Madison County residents who need one. For safety reasons, attendees must remain in their vehicles at all times at this drive-thru event. You must be present at the event to receive a coat.
Sponsored by Dr. James and Betsy Callahan
Guest Conductor Todd Craven, currently Music Director/Conductor of the NW Florida Symphony Orchestra and Artistic Director of the Orlando Contemporary Chamber Orchestra, conducts an array of dance-inspired music from around the world! Violinist Leila Warren joins the orchestra in the dazzling “Carmen Fantasy for Violin,” and a selection of popular dance-themed works from Hungary to Argentina showcases the immense talent of the Anderson Symphony Orchestra!
Stephen T. Jackson will present "The Mills & Of Gypsies, Vesuvius, Elephants and Buffalo Bill" 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.
Enjoy a scenic trail run through Mounds State Park, along the river and by the ancient Adena Indian Mounds. You can choose a 5MI run, 5K run, or a 5K walk. A children's fun run will meet at 1:20 PM by the pool house; the fun run will start at 1:30 PM.
Race Entries are capped at a limit to allow for the best race experience. Register now to ensure your place!
Anderson Road Runners and Run the Mounds are proudly sponsored by the Community In Motion program
Join us for a chance to learn about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)! Topics covered will be FAFSA basics, what information is needed to fill out the FAFSA, and why filling out the FAFSA is important. Resources will be shared to help students and their families complete the FAFSA.
Our presenter is Elizabeth Moffett, an Outreach Coordinator for the Indiana Commission for Higher Education.
The program is free and open to the public. A library card is never required to visit or attend programs at the library.
Stephen T. Jackson will present "World War One in Madison County" 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.
Community people meeting together to sponsor, support and improve our town.
Activities to achieve our mission:
We are the founders of the Village Fair. We work each year to organize and host our town’s most anticipated annual event.
Proceeds of the Lapel Village Fair and Indiana State Fair Dairy Barn have been used in the following:
Installation of 58 street lights on Lapel's Main Street.
American and Bulldog flags and Christmas decorations on the street lights.
We provide donations to:
Bulldog Backers
Food Bank
Dolly Parton Imagination Library
Fire Department
Police Department
Veterans Gazebo
Bench at Post Office
Trash bins on Main Street
Flowers along Main Street
Donated clothing to LES clinic
Angel Tree
If interested in joining the Lapel Community Association, meetings are usually the first Wednesday of the month at Lapel Stony Creek Fire Department. We are dark the months of December, January and February.
A friendly video game tournament for teens in grades 6 through 12. Recent game selections include Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Tekken 8, and Gang Beasts.
The winner of the tournament chooses the next edition's game.
Snacks and refreshments are provided. No registration is required.
The first Wednesday edition of The Game Corner is sponsored by Qdoba in Anderson. The third Wednesday edition of The Game Corner is sponsored by Pizza Hut in Pendleton.
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.
Storytime is aimed for children age 0-6. Visit for snacks, songs, crafts, and playtime!
Make an appointment (or just walk-in!) to donate blood at PCL through Versiti Blood Center of Indiana.
Join the Pendleton Community Library and help us save lives! The library has set a goal of getting 45 donors signed up to donate. See info below to sign up and help us meet our goal.
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.
Second annual 1-day workshop by business owners, for business owners
After the 9am-2pm workshop, join the group for a networking and happy hour session at The Stable in Pendleton!
With more than 20 years as a stand-up comedian, Tom Papa is one of the top comedic voices in the country, finding success as an actor, host, and author in film, TV, radio, and podcasts, as well as live on stage. He has had 5 highly-rated stand-up specials, including his most recent special, What A Day!, on Netflix. Tom recently released his third book, We’re All In This Together…So Make Some Room and is the host of the weekly podcast Breaking Bread with Tom Papa.
Most seats are $29 and $39, with limited seating available for $49.
Pancake Breakfast will be held in the Fellowship Hall of the church.
Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, and drinks,
Suggested Donation is $10 per person.
Children under 6 years old will eat free.
A variety of Christmas cookies will be available for you to choose from for a cost $5.
Come by Gallery 119 to do a little holiday shopping and have a photo taken with the man of the hour - Santa Claus!
Experience the magic of the holiday season at Christmas in Pendleton, as downtown is turned into "Santa's Workshop!" This delightful day is filled with festive activities for the whole family. Stroll through the beautifully decorated streets, visit local shops for unique holiday gifts, and enjoy delicious seasonal treats. Highlights include an illuminated holiday parade at 5:00 PM, horse-drawn carriage rides, a visit from Santa Claus, and a sparkling tree lighting ceremony. Warm up with hot cocoa, listen to holiday music, and bask in the season's joy. Join us for Christmas in Pendleton and create lasting memories with your loved ones!
We invite you to attend and listen to individuals sharing their stories of life before, within and outside of incarceration.
People returning to our city after being incarcerated face many challenges. They’ll share first-hand stories about their lives inside prison and what it’s like adjusting to life on the outside. Hear the lived experiences of our prison system and learn how you can get involved in the many organizations that provide services both inside and outside of prisons. Let these courageous stories change your perspective and motivate you to act.
This event is free, but we ask you to make a donation if you can. Click here or text “SAI” to 44-321 on your smartphone.
The lighting of the Christmas tree at the Falls Park Gazebo will begin at 6:00pm on Saturday, November 9th. There will be children decorating the tree & Christmas songs being sung.
Lapel middle school National Junior Honor Society is having a toy drive November 11-22nd. We are asking for new unwrapped toys to be donated at the middle school. These toys will be give to young children in our community Christmas Morning! Please consider donating! You can bring your donation in any time between now and November 22nd! Thank you for donating!
Stephen T. Jackson will present "The Birth of Mounds State Park" 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.
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.
Join us at the Lapel Branch to make a pumpkin centerpiece from a discarded paperback.
This is a drop-in program, come in anytime after 2pm to make your paperback pumpkin centerpiece, while supplies last.
Read Me a Story is a traditional library storytime in the Children's area.
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 FREE event for New/Expecting Mothers & Families
Walk through community resources and supports. Enjoy
pizza and enter a FREE raffle! No Registration Needed!
To Register for the Safe Sleep Class, please call
(765) 568-9233 or (317) 410-659
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).
A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde. The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances - this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal!
Join us for local vendors and products, a biscuits and gravy breakfast, and mimosas, at our winter market!
We are also looking for VENDORS. Contact Dave at the phone number listed for more info.
Please join us for a Holiday Bazaar.
Limited space available call today to reserve your booth space. $35.00
All proceeds go to Alzheimer's Association
Contact:
Shari Waltman (765)524-4744
Tina Scanlan (765)810-4264
Melt away stress and find your center with a gentle yoga class perfect for beginners and experienced yogis focused on relaxation and mindfulness. No sign-up necessary.
This donation-based class is open to the public and supports both the Anderson Museum of Art and Anderson's own Naked Heart Yoga, LLC studio. Bring a yoga mat and get ready to relax amid the artwork under the dome!
🎄 Join Pack 232 at the Pendleton Christmas Parade on November 9th! 🎄
Not only will we have a festive float, but our Scouts will also be distributing bags for Scouting for Food. This is a wonderful way to give back during the holiday season!
We’re collecting boxed and canned goods to support the South Madison Food Pantry. Here’s how you can participate:
📍 Drop-Off Location: Acton Academy 210 E Water St., Pendleton
📅 Drop-Off Date: Saturday, November 16, from 1-3 p.m.
🚗 Scout Pickup Service: On November 16, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m., our Scouts can pick up donations directly from you! Simply fill out our form to let us know your preference: https://forms.gle/x8mwfxkDoB2WmWX46
Let’s make this season brighter for our community! Thank you for your support! 🌟
Welcome to the Mother Son Dance!
Come join us for a fun-filled evening of dancing, games, and quality time with your mom or son. This event will take place on Sat November 16, 2024 at 7:00 PM at 611 W State St.
Get ready to create lasting memories with your loved one as you hit the dance floor and enjoy delicious snacks and refreshments. Don't miss out on this special opportunity to bond and have a great time together!
Purchase tickets now to secure your spot and make sure you don't miss out on this unforgettable event.
A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde. The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances - this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal!
A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde. The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances - this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal!
Bring your Buddy and join us for a dino-mite adventure! We will have a special dinosaur storytime followed by some great dino themed crafts and activities. Become a paleontologist and search for real fossils, make your own dinosaur fossil, explore facts about dinosaurs, play dinosaur games, and more.
Don't forget to bring your reading logs!
Don't have an APL 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.
Join us for our November Dine to Donate!!
Please mention MRE to participate. Valid on dine in only!!
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!
A friendly video game tournament for teens in grades 6 through 12. Recent game selections include Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Tekken 8, and Gang Beasts.
The winner of the tournament chooses the next edition's game.
Snacks and refreshments are provided. No registration is required.
The first Wednesday edition of The Game Corner is sponsored by Qdoba in Anderson. The third Wednesday edition of The Game Corner is sponsored by Pizza Hut in Pendleton.
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.
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:
November 20th: Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson
December 18th: Holiday Party / Book Exchange
Theresa Caputo, also known as the Long Island Medium, is a psychic medium who has been seeing, feeling, and sensing spirits since she was four years old. Caputo delivers healing messages that help people learn, grow, and embrace life. Her newest television series, Theresa Caputo: Raising Spirits, can be watched on Lifetime, and her podcast Hey Spirit! is available to listen to on all platforms. Caputo, a NY Times bestseller, released Good Mourning: Moving Through Everyday Losses With Wisdom From The Other Side in 2020.
Upgrade your experience with a pre-show photo opportunity with Theresa! A limited number of PRE-SHOW VIP photo opportunities are available as a package paired with best seats. Patrons will receive a VIP keepsake item and are invited to arrive for a pre-show photo with Theresa taken by a professional photographer. Please note the pre-show photo opportunity requires guests to arrive 2.5 hours prior to doors (3.5 hours prior to showtime).
On sale Fri. Aug. 30 at 10 am
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.
Step into Café Coze for a cozy night of books, games, light music, and warm drinks. Bring a book or choose from our collection. Relax with friends or solo in a welcoming, fall-themed atmosphere!
Join us for Café Coze, where we’re transforming the library into a cozy haven for a perfect fall evening! Enjoy a relaxed night with quiet reading, fun board games, and soft music setting the mood. We’ll set up the room with comfy seating and warm lighting to create a welcoming space. Sip on hot chocolate, apple cider, and indulge in seasonal treats like pumpkin spice cookies and caramel apples. Whether you're bringing a book from home or browsing our curated fall collection, it's the perfect night to unwind and soak in the cozy vibes with friends or solo!
The loss of a loved one can change everything. The holidays will be different without them. Join us for a two-hour event to learn some practical tips to help you through the holidays.
THIS Saturday we are having our annual Thanksgiving meal!
We are still looking for volunteers + you can sign up here: https://pendletonchristianchurch.churchcenter.com/people/forms/845010?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR24UMVNvExgMuh5OJkTr1f6CNoiicm7jdD233glHSnB_i3S8miT7YnzxqI_aem_BtlTAyoz7WdNELeFQ5vOLg
If you need to sign up for takeout or delivery, sign up here: https://pendletonchristianchurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2588188?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3P_HMckt1qibx8qbISe8-FEqkFovkSk5XXzj8qx2TjYFp3BIwYZRRUOy0_aem_JZ-hrlTYNWuNeM9Vy1oyCg
$150 per person; $1,000 per table
2024 Festival of Trees Gala has sold out.
Join us for our annual Festival of Trees Gala and Live Auction. VIP pre-party in the magnificent Theatre with compimentary wine and beer, including hand passed hor'douevres. Make your way through the Marquee Room where a large assorment of holiday items will be available to purchase. Followed by a elegant hand passed dinner and wine, and viewing of the stunning Festival Trees. Ending the evening with a live auction to purchase the trees; including delivery to your home by the professional delivery service 2 Guys and a Truck of Anderson.
Elwood H. Phillips Award followed by a short presentation by Stephen T. Jackson on "History of Anderson's 8th Street".
Create a keepsake ornament with an item of your choice. Options include dried flowers or leaves, a piece of stationary, a photograph, or other thin object that will sandwich between two pieces of glass. Beginners are welcome for a one-session workshop where you will leave with a finished project!
Members Save $10! Sign up as a member and continue to save on classes throughout the year.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED PER SESSION. 1st, 2nd, & 3rd graders are invited to listen to book talks and 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.
Hello Pendleton, we are gearing up and getting ready for the Gobble Wobble, our annual 5K run/walk on Thanksgiving morning.
We are reaching out to local businesses & organizations for sponsorships or any donations for our swag bags. We had over 700 participants last year and hoping for more this year. If you would like to donate, you can contact Monica at the YMCA, 765-221-9140 or via email: mjones@ymcamadco.org
We appreciate your support.