Community Calendar

Join the Tippecanoe County Historical Association (TCHA) and Purdue University’s Department of Anthropology in celebration of Indiana Archaeology Month!

This free event is designed to cater to all ages, featuring hands-on activites such as:
- Atlatl Dart Throw
- Artifact Show and Tell
- Artifact Identification
- Archaeology Activity Books
- Mock Excavation Activity
- Free entry to the Tippecanoe Battlefield Museum

The Beyond Gallery & Gift shop presents "Natural World," a collaborative art exhibition. It features 39 pieces of art by 21 artists. The opening reception is on Friday, August 7th from 5:30-7:30p. The show runs until Saturday, September 26th. Our hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 10-6p, Sunday from 12-4p and we are closed on Mondays.

3 Shows, 2 Artists, 1 Venue – Lorie Amick & LaDonna Vohar, Sept. 18-Nov.14
Opening is during the Downtown Gallery Walk, September 18, 6-9 p.m.
Join Lorie and LaDonna for the opening of three new exhibitions at Artists’ Own during Downtown Lafayette’s September Gallery Walk.
1 Something to Crow About – A playful collaboration celebrating crows through paintings, sculpture, fiber art and handmade books
2 Impact – Lorie Amick’s powerful exploration of injury, recovery, gratitude and resilience following a life changing collision.
3 Detour - LaDonna Vohar’s reflections on life’s unexpected turns and the creativity that can emerge along the way.
Experience three unique exhibitions, three distinct stories, and an evening celebrating the power of art. Together, these exhibitions explore the many paths of the human experience including life’s unexpected detours through paintings, sculpture, and fiber art. All three exhibits will be on display at Artists’ Own 518 Main Street Lafayette, IN

Come get a better night's sleep AND support the McCutcheon Band Programs at their 2nd Annual Mattress Fundraiser! We will have great name brands like Simmons Beautyrest and Purple mattresses on display at the McCutcheon High School Auxiliary Gym (just follow the signs), priced up to 50% below retail. This is ONE DAY only, so we need your help to SPREAD THE WORD by inviting all of your friends! Every purchase benefits the MHS Band Programs!

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Join Purdue, Lafayette Parks & Recreation, and West Lafayette Parks & Recreation as we take on IU across the community tp find and post pollinators on iNaturalist!

New to iNaturalist? No problem! Our expert entomologists will be on hand to help.

We'll meet at Lilly Nature Center for a guided photo walk to document pollinators in Celery Bog, then send you off equipped to document the insects in your own backyard!

Practice the art of drawing from observation in this hands-on still life drawing class! Each class will feature a new arrangement of objects for students to observe and interpret through drawing. You’ll explore composition, proportion, light, value, and different drawing techniques while building confidence in your observational skills.

This class is open to adults, as well as students in Grades 10–12, and is
welcoming to artists of varying experience levels. The class will primarily use
vine charcoal, with pencils also available for those who prefer working in graphite. Students with previous still life drawing experience are welcome to bring their own preferred drawing materials.

Instructor: Tracey Jen

Location: The Arts Federation (638 North St, Lafayette, IN 47901) - Art Studio

Time: Saturdays, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Tuition: $150 (must be paid in full – this class cannot be taken on a week-to-week basis)

Full Schedule:

Saturday, September 12, 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Saturday, September 26, 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Saturday, October 3, 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Saturday, October 10, 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Saturday, October 17, 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Saturday, October 24, 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Saturday, November 7, 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Saturday, November 14, 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Saturday, November 21, 1:00 – 2:00 pm (Make-up session, if
needed.)

Join us at Nine Irish Brothers in West Lafayette for our 20th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, September 19, 2026, beginning at 1 PM. We'll be featuring live music from fan-favorites Lachlan, The Whiskey Runners, and Highland Reign, as well as drink and food specials and plenty of giveaways.

Love mushrooms or just curious about nature? Join NICHES Land Trust for a Mycology Hike at Whistler Woods Preserve on September 19th. Explore, discover, and learn about local fungi. Learn more and register at nicheslandtrust.org/calendar.

Join us for a fun, 8-week class designed for adults who are new to the ukulele
or looking to build a strong foundation.
No prior musical experience is required. Bring your own ukulele or lend
one from TAF at no cost!

In this class, you'll:
• Learn foundational ukulele skills and basic chords
• Explore beginner-friendly songs and playing techniques
• Learn the basics of music theory
• Build confidence playing the ukulele

Instructor: Olivia Sutherlin
Olivia Sutherlin is a multidisciplinary musician with a lifelong background in
the performing arts, including theater, choir, and band.

Location: The Arts Federation (638 North St, Lafayette, IN 47901) - Recording
Studio

Time: Tuesdays, 5:30pm-6:30pm
Tuition: $150 (must be paid in full – this class cannot be taken on a week-toweek basis)
Full Schedule:
• Tuesday, September 8, 5:30-6:30 pm
• Tuesday, September 15, 5:30-6:30 pm
• Tuesday, September 22, 5:30-6:30 pm
• Tuesday, September 29, 5:30-6:30 pm
• Tuesday, October 6, 5:30-6:30 pm
• Tuesday, October 13, 5:30-6:30 pm
• Tuesday, October 20, 5:30-6:30 pm
• Tuesday, October 27, 5:30-6:30 pm
• Tuesday, November 3, 5:30-6:30 pm (Make