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.
Kickoff event at first Friday opening reception with silent auction bids going through September 9. A chair affair features artist painted chairs donated by Anita's, the recently closed popular local restaurant. Admire the creative spirit of PAS members and help support the gallery through your bid!
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.
Meet and greet local firefighters, tour the station, touch the equipment and learn all about ways to stay safe!
Pendleton Lions Club hosts music in the park. Refreshments available. Bring chairs, blankets, and shade protection if desired.
Story Time is aimed for children age 0-6. Come visit for snacks, songs, crafts, and playtime!
View the new exhibit and mingle with artists and their supporters each month at Gallery 119.
Growers, producers, and artisans line the drive between the pond and museum in Falls Park. The market has been bringing a community together since 1994. Weekly schedule of vendors and special promotions on the market's Facebook page
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.
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.
"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.
Pendleton Players' Fall Play is "Noises Off." Just when they finally get it right, everything goes wrong!
Enjoy the sights and tastes of a good, old-fashioned bake sale supporting a wonderful cause - the artists and programs of Gallery 119, home of the Pendleton Artists Society!
Story Time is aimed for children age 0-6. Come visit for snacks, crafts, and playtime!
The QPR mission is to reduce suicidal behaviors and save lives by providing innovative, practical and proven suicide prevention training. The signs of crisis are all around us. We believe that quality education empowers all people, regardless of their background, to make a positive difference in the life of someone they know.
Free online seminar for any resident of Madison County. Register for your free spot online.
ParkFest 2023, featuring Stella Luna and the Satellites, is an outdoor concert at Barnhart Field in Pendleton's Falls Park. This event is a fundraiser for Falls Park.
Bring your own picnic (BYOP) - food, drink, chairs and blanket for a perfect summer evening. A BYOP contest will award prizes for the best decorated space.
Thanks to our Headliner Sponsor, Drug Free Southern Madison County Coalition, the Family Fun Zone offers free games and activities for kids.
Returning this year: Chalk the Walk contest
TICKETS, $15, Kids 10 & Under Free, "FestPack" 4 tickets for $50, ParkFest 2023 T-shirts for sale at the event.
Rain date is September 10
Pendleton Players' Fall Play is "Noises Off." Just when they get everything right, everything goes wrong.
Food and craft vendors, demonstrations, petting zoo, and loads of old-fashioned fun along the creek in Falls Park. $5 suggested parking donation benefits projects within Falls Park.
Local shops and vendors, food, and entertainment take over the downtown district for the annual Fall Festival.
Local shops and vendors, food, and entertainment take over the downtown district for the annual Fall Festival.
Food and craft vendors, demonstrations, petting zoo, and loads of old-fashioned fun along the creek in Falls Park. $5 suggested parking donation benefits projects within Falls Park.
Watch hundreds upon hundreds of cheery rubber ducks take a trip down Fall Creek in an effort to bring the fun and prizes to the finish line! Will your duck finish first and win the honor of naming next year's race mascot? Proceeds from the Friends of the Pendleton Community Public Library's annual fundraiser support […]
Homegrown, homemade, handmade market will be near the Bulldog statue downtown every other Sunday in September and October.
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. Free to attend.
Free Legal Services by Indiana Legal Services. PCL hosts a lawyer in the library to offer FREE legal advice in a professional, private setting.
The Christian Women’s Fellowship (C.W.F.) “Comfort Keepers” of the East Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Markleville (East Indiana 38) will have its monthly God Abundance Meal on Wednesday, Sept. 13, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the lower fellowship hall of the church.
The menu will be chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, applesauce, assorted desserts, and drink. (Dine in or take out.)
"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.
Drop by for an evening of family fun at the Lapel Branch! There will be an assortment of games for all ages available to play. We will have bowling, giant jenga, giant sorry, as well as a variety of other board games and card games for your family to explore. Be sure to check out our early literacy play area and don't miss our group game at 6pm.
There is sure to be something that everyone will enjoy
earn to make a stemmed sunflower from deco clay, which dries in the air, with artist Pam Rowley. The class will be Wednesday, Sept. 13, from 6 to 8 p.m.
Cost for the class is $15 per person with all supplies included.
Register at Gallery 119, 119 W. State St., phone 765778-0986 during business hours Tuesday-Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., or visit pasgallery119.org.
Story Time is aimed for children age 0-6. Come visit for snacks, crafts, and playtime!
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.
Growers, producers, and artisans line the drive between the pond and museum in Falls Park. The market has been bringing a community together since 1994. Weekly schedule of vendors and special promotions on the market's Facebook page.
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.
Fall Fun with neighbors in Interurban Park. Vendors, games, entertainment, friends, and food.
In this class you will take pieces of sea glass (provided) and learn basic wire wrapping techniques to create pendants. Both Mommy and child will be making jewelry. $10.00 per person ($20.00 per parent/child pair). If parent does not want to participate in making jewelry, only $10.00 for the child will be charged. Sign up and pay using the PAS website, by calling 765-778-0986 or stopping by Gallery 119.
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.
Two anime episodes plus a discussion of anime, manga, life, whatever... for ages 12-18.
Monthly meeting of the local garden interest group. All are welcome!
PAS members meet monthly to guide and direct the activities of the organization as they work to enrich the cultural climate, economic vitality, and quality of life for residents of Pendleton and beyond.
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. Free to attend.
Story Time is aimed for children age 0-6. Come visit for snacks, crafts, and playtime!
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!
"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.
Hear from community representatives about current affairs affecting South Madison County.
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.
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.
Mark International Day of Peace with Carol with Yoga Nidra, a practice of deep relaxation that can benefit your body and mind.
Growers, producers, and artisans line the drive between the pond and museum in Falls Park. The market has been bringing a community together since 1994. Weekly schedule of vendors and special promotions on the market's Facebook page.
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.
Join us for Family Fall Fest September 24, from 10:30AM-3:00PM. This is a family-friendly and fun event for the whole community. Already, we have a ton of exciting things planned like a performance from the Peru circus, a mini car show, a variety of food trucks, and so much more.
The Lions Club Fishing Derby is scheduled for Sunday Sept. 24th at the pond at Falls Park. There will be two age divisions for this free event. Anyone in these age groups are welcome to fish.
Ages 2 through 8 will sign up from 1:00-130 pm. Fishing time will be 1:30-2:30 pm
Ages 9-13 will sign up from 2:30-3:00 pm.
Fishing time for this group will be from 3:00-4:00
We will have trophies. The number of fish caught per child as well as the length of each fish are recorded. Trophies are awarded for largest fish and most fish caught. There will also be a raffle for each group.
There is no cost to fish and no fishing license is needed for the children. The Lions Club will stock the pond as done every year. Bring your own bait and poles, but we will have extra if you need them.
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.
Tracy Davidson will teach students to use the jewelry saw, torch soldering, patina, and making ear wires. All silver and use of tools is included for class fee of $60. Sign up and pay on the PAS website, by calling 765-778-0986 or stopping by Gallery 119.
Homegrown, homemade, handmade market will be near the Bulldog statue downtown every other Sunday in September and October.
Story Time is aimed for children age 0-6. Come visit for snacks, crafts, and playtime!
"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.
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.
The whole town turns out to cheer on the hometown team for the Homecoming parade. Wear green, plan to collect a full bag of candy and wave to everyone you know. Follow the parade to PHHS, enjoy a K-burger and (hopefully) an Arabian win.
Growers, producers, and artisans line the drive between the pond and museum in Falls Park. The market has been bringing a community together since 1994. Weekly schedule of vendors and special promotions on the market's Facebook page
Participation open to any artist registering between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Up to three canvases and paper to be used in the competition must be stamped on registration. Once registered the participants will select the location and subject they would like to memorialize.
Painters are responsible for bringing their own equipment and supplies. Photographers must demonstrate that their SD Cards have no images. Photographers will be provided with two sheets of 11 x 14 photograph paper along with access to a printer using USB or SD input. Photographers should bring their own computer to edit photos.
Art created the day of the event will then be displayed in the Red Barn and judged. Winners will be announced following Judging. Art will not be required to be framed for the judging. Framing and Matting is optional, participant must bring their own supplies. Those using canvases please refrain from painting on the sides of the canvas.
There will be an entry fee of $25.00 and will allow the participant to submit up to 2 pieces for judging. Prizes will be awarded as follows: Best of Competition $100.00, Second Place $75.00 and Third Place $50.00. No more than one prize may be awarded to the same participant.
There will be a 30% commission on art sold the day of competition. All art sales are to be processed through the Pendleton Artists Society.
Great Fall Festival with tons of local vendors, food, pumpkin patch and tons more!
Green Township Community Park is a 40 acre park with 3 miles of trails. Also available: 10 primitive campsites, 5 camper hookups, and 3 pavilions available to rent from May 1st until October 31st.
You're invited to meet the cutest, grumpiest bear from Ryan T. Higgins' "Mother Bruce" picture book series -- in person! He will be available for photos in the Children's section.