Community Calendar

Nine Irish Brothers Traditional Irish Pub hosts a community trad session Wednesday evenings at seven pm. Trad sessions--short for traditional Irish sessions, are a community-led participatory event in which local musicians bring their instruments and play traditional Irish music. Musicians who play Irish instruments or who are striving to learn are welcome to join in, and all members of the community are welcome to enjoy the music and ambiance.

WHO: All are welcome! No experience or partner needed.
WHAT: Learn dances led by a caller, dancing to live music with a group of people!
WHERE: 333 Meridian Street in West Lafayette - enter through the playground gate
WHEN: Second Saturday of the month at 5:30PM for beginner lesson, dance from 6-8PM
WHY: It's good for your mental health--let's build community!
HOW: Dances are made possible through sponsorship from Indiana Fiddlers Gathering and participants who give what they can ($5-20) to support our caller and band.
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What is Contra Dance?
Contra dance is a form of folk dancing made up of long lines of couples. A caller leads the dance, teaching the steps and calling out moves. It's great fun for all ages.
Unlike some other social dances, contra is a group activity. Over the course of each dance, you interact with everyone in your contra line. Your partner is like a teammate, moving with you up and down the line.

Reach out with questions: tippycontraclub@gmail.com

Check out this video to learn more: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1Yk4gbE4Vh/

This event is supported by Indiana Fiddlers Gathering, https://www.indianafiddlersgathering.org/

Welcome, Welcome, Welcome

Everybody is welcome at Bethel AME

Come join us for Sunday services at Bethel AME Church

Bethel AME Church

820 Ferry Street Lafayette, IN 47901

Sunday School starts at 10:00 AM

Services start at 11:00 A.M.

Nine Irish Brothers Traditional Irish Pub hosts a community trad session Wednesday evenings at seven pm. Trad sessions--short for traditional Irish sessions, are a community-led participatory event in which local musicians bring their instruments and play traditional Irish music. Musicians who play Irish instruments or who are striving to learn are welcome to join in, and all members of the community are welcome to enjoy the music and ambiance.

You're invited to attend the Leadership Lafayette Volunteer Expo on May 14 from 4:00–6:00 p.m. at the Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds. More than 60 local nonprofit organizations will be present, offering community members the opportunity to learn about volunteer opportunities, community service projects, and ways to get involved in Greater Lafayette.

Whether you’re passionate about helping nonprofits, improving our community or simply giving back, there’s a place for you! There will also be food trucks on site during the event, so you can grab dinner while you’re there.

To learn more about the Volunteer Expo, visit: https://www.lafayettevolunteerexpo.org/.

Join us for the Summer Movie Night Series presented by FBi Buildings!

Doors: 8PM
Film Screening at Dusk
Food Trucks and Free Popcorn!

Website: www.tippecanoecountyamphitheater.com

PRESENTING SPONSOR
-FBi Buildings

GOLD SPONSORS
-BK Management
-Centier Bank

SILVER SPONSORS
-Black Sparrow
-The Eleventh House

BRONZE SPONSORS
-Midwest Rentals
-J.R. Kelly Company
-Greyhouse & The Lobby by Greyhouse

Welcome, Welcome, Welcome

Everybody is welcome at Bethel AME

Come join us for Sunday services at Bethel AME Church

Bethel AME Church

820 Ferry Street Lafayette, IN 47901

Sunday School starts at 10:00 AM

Services start at 11:00 A.M.

ACORN Players would like to announce our 2026 youth summer camp, Stepsisters, directed by Beth Simpson!

Everybody knows the Brothers Grimm's most famous fairy tale. But what if they told it from the wrong point of view? "Stepsisters" tells the totally-true-not-at-all-made-up version of the little cinder girl. When Drew and Beth are thrown into the dungeon for conspiring against the throne, these stepsisters, who are not wicked, evil, and certainly not ugly, are forced to tell their fellow prisoners the real story of what happened with Cinderella.

Registration is due by May 18th and is open to middle school and high school students including 2026 graduates. All students are guaranteed a role but must audition for their role. Auditions will be held from 6-8pm on May 19 OR 20 and if needed, callback auditions will be held on May 21. The fee includes a 21 day camp: June 1-27, M-F (plus one Saturday), 12 noon to 5pm (hours extended on performance days).  

We believe this should be accessible. If affordability is a concern, please contact us to explore available assistance at acornplayerslaf@gmail.com

ACORN Players would like to announce our 2026 youth summer camp, Stepsisters, directed by Beth Simpson!

Everybody knows the Brothers Grimm's most famous fairy tale. But what if they told it from the wrong point of view? "Stepsisters" tells the totally-true-not-at-all-made-up version of the little cinder girl. When Drew and Beth are thrown into the dungeon for conspiring against the throne, these stepsisters, who are not wicked, evil, and certainly not ugly, are forced to tell their fellow prisoners the real story of what happened with Cinderella.

Registration is due by May 18th and is open to middle school and high school students including 2026 graduates. All students are guaranteed a role but must audition for their role. Auditions will be held from 6-8pm on May 19 OR 20 and if needed, callback auditions will be held on May 21. The fee includes a 21 day camp: June 1-27, M-F (plus one Saturday), 12 noon to 5pm (hours extended on performance days).  

We believe this should be accessible. If affordability is a concern, please contact us to explore available assistance at acornplayerslaf@gmail.com

Nine Irish Brothers Traditional Irish Pub hosts a community trad session Wednesday evenings at seven pm. Trad sessions--short for traditional Irish sessions, are a community-led participatory event in which local musicians bring their instruments and play traditional Irish music. Musicians who play Irish instruments or who are striving to learn are welcome to join in, and all members of the community are welcome to enjoy the music and ambiance.