Back to School Carnival
Tippecanoe County Health Department Back to School Carnival!
What to Expect:
*Health Resources
*Immunizations
*School Physicals (5-7pm)
*Raffle Prizes
*Snow Cones & Hot Dogs
*Drinks & Healthy Snacks To Go
📚 Back to School Mental Health Night
Back to School Mental Health Night
Join us for an essential evening focused on mental health awareness and support as we prepare for the new school year. Hosted by Mental Health America (MHA) and sponsored by White County United Way, this event is designed to be a safe space for families in our community.
Event Highlights:
*Suicide Prevention Training: Learn valuable skills to recognize and respond to signs of distress.
*Interactive Q&A: Get answers to your questions from mental health professionals.
*Dinner Provided: Enjoy a meal together as we discuss important topics.
This event requires registration to ensure we can accommodate everyone safely. Together, let's create a supportive environment and equip ourselves with the tools to promote mental wellness in our community.
Date: August 20, 2025
Time: 5:30PM - 7:00 PM
Location: White County United Way, 402 Tioga Rd. Monticello, IN
Click the tickets button to register. This is a FREE event.
Let's come together to make a difference in our community's mental health journey. Spread the word and join us!
Sounds of Summer
We are so excited to announce that our Columbian Park concert series, Sounds of Summer on Memorial Island, is back for the 2025 season!
Join us at the Memorial Island Amphitheater on Friday, August 22 for a free performance by Scott Greeson and Vickie Maris! Shows start at 7:00 pm. Food trucks will be on-site. It’s going to be another great summer of free tunes at Columbian Park!
Thank you Visit Lafayette-West Lafayette for graciously sponsoring this series!
Rotary Ice Cream Crawl
How sweet it is! Lafayette Rotary’s 8th Annual Ice Cream Crawl is #OneSweetAfternoon! August 23 from 1 to 4pm. Chicago may have its pub crawls, and Kentucky it’s bourbon trail, but Lafayette Rotary has a unique, family-friendly Ice Cream Crawl. This family-friendly and sweet event goes to multiple ice cream shops in one afternoon. Check the website for details.
What other time does eating a sweet treat benefit the community while making your whole family or friends happy? Join in for a fun afternoon.
Celebrity Softball Game
Joyful Journey Classic Celebrity Softball Game and Home Run Derby
Loeb Stadium
1915 Scott Street, Lafayette, IN 47904
Presented By: Joyful Journey Adult Day
Dates: August 24, 2025
Time: 12:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Price: Pay What You Wish
Joyful Journey Classic- Celebrity Softball Game and Home Run Derby
Presented by: Elite Air and Elite Gymnastics
We are playing for a purpose on Sunday, August 24th from 12:30pm-5:00pm, so mark your calendars! The 4th annual Joyful Journey Classic will feature Greater Lafayette’s favorite hometown heroes and local celebrities as they battle it out at Loeb Stadium in a friendly game of softball. This is not only good wholesome fun, it's also in support of Joyful Journey, the adult day center located in West Lafayette.
Admission to the event will be “pay what you wish.” Invite your friends and family and join us on August 24th at the Joyful Journey Classic!
The Home Run Derby- The event kicks off with a Home Run Derby competition at 12:30p. To compete in the Home Run Derby you must be 18+ and pay the entry fee of $25. The winner will receive a cash prize! For derby registration details, go to www.jjclassic.org
Celebrity Softball Game- The Celebrity softball game opening ceremony will begin at 2:30p with full game running time from 3p-5p. Come out and cheer on your fellow community members in this memorable and fun game!
Kids can enjoy our Kids Corner activities and will get to run the bases after the game!
Why we need your support
● Every family affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other age-related conditions deserves access to quality care regardless of financial position. Your support allows Joyful Journey to continue to offset tuition so ALL families may have an affordable option when it comes to the care and support of their loved ones.
● Your attendance at the Joyful Journey Classic will help us raise awareness for adult day services, a critical community resource.
● Loeb Stadium is gorgeous, and you will get to enjoy it first hand as we bring the Greater Lafayette community together for this fun, family oriented event.
More about Joyful Journey
Founded in 2015, Joyful Journey is a not-for-profit adult day center serving Greater Lafayette and surrounding counties. Joyful Journey’s mission is to provide socially engaging activities that enhance quality of life, well-being, and independence for adults (Friends) experiencing changes in mobility or cognition. Through intentional, person-centered programs, our professional and reliable team is committed to providing meaningful days filled with purpose for each Friend who visits while offering respite and support to their caregivers.
*Building authentic relationships with the people in our care is central to the Joyful Journey approach, which is why we call the folks we serve our “Friends.”
Free Advice for Your Device
Do you need help with Libby, Hoopla, or Kanopy? Are you struggling with your personal technology? Bring your mobile device (smartphone, tablet, or laptop) to the Downtown/Holman Branch library and get tips on library apps and help with other technology issues. Drop-ins welcome! No registration required. Drop-ins welcome!
International Overdose Awareness Day
Everyone is welcome to attend our 5th International Overdose Awareness Day Butterfly Release event in honor of our loved ones. Please feel free to bring a picture of your loved one.
Summer Creek Hike
Join NICHES Stewardship Director Bob Easter for the Summer Creek Hike Series! We're inviting you to explore nature from a new perspective – a perfect hike for the entire family.
Escape the summer heat and immerse yourself in the beauty of Indiana’s creeks and waterways. These guided hikes offer the perfect opportunity to cool off in the water while learning about the unique ecosystems that thrive in and around our local streams.
For this hike, we'll be meeting at Crow's Grove in Warren County (info here: https://nicheslandtrust.org/warren-county/crows-grove).
Because it's hot and you'll be getting wet, we suggest you wear comfortable shoes (or waders), and bring water, snacks, sunscreen, a walking stick. Each hike will last approximately 2 hours and will feature some uneven terrain.
Registration is required! Sign up here: https://nicheslandtrust.org/calendar/summer-creek-hike-series-crows-grove
Special thanks to Wabash River Blueway and Visit Lafayette-West Lafayette for supporting this program.
Mosey Down Main St.
The Drug Free Coalition will be hosting a table at Lafayette’s Mosey Down Main Street!
Stop by and visit us!
200 to 1100 Main Street, Lafayette, IN 47901
Description: Mosey Down Main Street is a series of street celebrations brought to you by the local artistic community. Volunteers, downtown business owners, artists and musicians come together once a month (twice in August) during the summer to offer a free family friendly event that takes place right down the center of Main Street in downtown Lafayette. Enjoy three stages of music, outdoor food, beer and wine sales as well as street performers, sidewalk chalk and handmade Hula hoops, Drum circles and DJ's, belly dancers, balloon animals and more.
Square Dancing
Bring your best moves to McAllister Recreation Center the first Friday of every month for Square Dancing! Join The Fun Squares from 6:30-9pm for just $6 per person. Call McAllister for more information at (765) 807-1360.
Monthly DFC Public Meeting
Join us at the Tippecanoe County Health Department Central office for our monthly Public Meeting, or join through teams link if you're unable to attend in person.
If you would like to join the DFC, feel free to come to a meeting or use the Contact Us page.
To join virtually, please use this link: Join the meeting now
Meeting ID: 248 187 979 931
Passcode: o4JY3Mk2
Alternatives to Suicide for Military
Every Thursday, Online.
Please see www.conqueringmountainstogether.org for more information
Bark Bash
Come celebrate our shelter’s 1 Year Anniversary with a fun-filled day the whole family will enjoy!
Date: September 6th
Location: 3150 Sagamore Pkwy S, Lafayette, IN 47909
Time: 12pm - 3pm
We’ll have:
Rolling in Dough pizza truck
Local Vendors
Inflatable Games
Yard Games
Lots of Furry Fun!
We're still looking for a dessert truck and a few more vendors to join the party! If you're interested in participating, please reach out to Lexi Green at lgreen@hs4gl.org.
Let’s make this celebration one to remember—thank you for an amazing year of saving lives together!
Nature Journaling
Registration required! Join us for Nature Journaling at Prophetstown SP! This series is for beginners and taught by beginners! In each class, we’ll offer a lesson on a natural topic or artistic skill followed by time to journal. Our journaling series will encourage thoughtful observation and in-depth exploration. Each class will focus on a different topic:
June 8th- Fen
July 13th- Dragonflies
August 10th- Grasses
Attendance to 3 classes included in the cost. Register for the sessions you will attend individually on EventBrite (LINK). Costs are detailed below:
$31 per person, covers 3 classes, with journaling kit provided.
$15 per person, covers 3 classes, no journaling kit provided.
This series is for ages 15 and up. Payment due at time of registration. Pay online through the DNR Calendar. Register for individual sessions through EventBrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/2025-nature-journaling-at-prophetstown-state-park-4038323). Scholarships available if costs are prohibitive.
Book Spine Bookmarks
Create a one-of-a-kind bookmark using recycled book spines!
In this hands-on craft for adults, we’ll repurpose worn or damaged books into unique, sturdy bookmarks.
Perfect for any avid reader!
Summer Carnival
FREE FOR EVERYONE!!! Come enjoy food, games, bounce houses, prizes and more!!!
B2S Health Fair
Get ready for a powerful, family-friendly celebration — the Back to School Celebration & Health Fair featuring Gospel Fest is happening!
Join us for an afternoon of free school supplies, health resources, games, giveaways, and more!
#BackToSchool2025 #HealthFair #GospelFest #CommunityStrong #GoodSamaritanProject #SaveTheDate #LafayetteIN
Downtown Gallery Walk Lafayette
Downtown Lafayette.
The ever-popular Gallery Walk is returning to downtown Lafayette thanks to the support of Artists’ Own Gallery, other galleries, and businesses downtown. It will be held on the third Friday of May, July, and September from 6-9 p.m. Some galleries will have refreshments and there may be artists doing demonstrations and selling their work. Stroll down Main Street and to other locations for an exciting evening. Maps will be provided at participating galleries, restaurants, and other businesses.
Hands on Transportation
FOOD TRUCKS WANTED !!!!!
Our Annual Hands on Transportation event is on Saturday September 20th from 10 to 1. As part of the Bicentennial celebrations, it is going to be bigger than ever.
We expect about 1000 visitors or more. We are looking for 3-4 food trucks. If you are available that day, please reach out to us at info@imagination-station.org
Thank you!!!
Chappy Suicide Prevention Ride
The National Alliance on Mental Illness, West Central Indiana (NAMI-WCI) is proud to host the 10th Annual Chappy Ride for Suicide Prevention, In honor of Michael "Chappy" Chapman. This fundraiser is a motorcycle ride to raise awareness for mental health and suicide prevention. Held on Saturday, September 20th, 2025, riders will start at the American Legion Post 11 and end at Trish's Red Bird Cafe. Open to the public, registration will start at 11 AM and the ride will kick off at 12 PM. After the ride, you can expect to enjoy live music from The Relyx Band, a meal from Trish's Cafe, participate in winning prizes, and more!
Registration Costs:
$30 Per Rider
$10 Per Passenger (optional)
$15 T-Shirt Cost (optional)
All proceeds from the Chappy Ride will go back to NAMI West Central Indiana.
Global Fest
Global Fest 2025
Sonya L. Margerum City Hall & West Lafayette Public Library
222 N. Chauncey Avenue, West Lafayette, IN 47906
Presented By: International Center of West Lafayette, Inc., Purdue Convocations
Dates: September 20, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Price: FREE
Hosted by the City of West Lafayette, International Center of West Lafayette, and Purdue Convocations, Global Fest features cultural entertainment, food, and art from Africa, the Americas, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. This one-day Global Fest celebrates world cultures through music, dance, crafts, displays, and international food. Continuous stage entertainment, cultural displays, and children's activities are among the free activities. Admission is free.
Art & Music Festival
Have you heard?
There’s a new fall festival coming to Downtown Lafayette... and it’s taking things to the next level!
Introducing Star City Nights — the new arts & music fest replacing the beloved Starry Night Festival.
Friday, Sept 26 | 6pm–12am (Mark your calendars!)
Art • Live Music • Vendors • Food Trucks
All under the stars in the heart of the city!
Come celebrate creativity, community, and a fresh tradition kicking off this fall!
Stay informed on details: https://www.homeofpurdue.com/event/star-city-nights/20347/
Big thanks to the Downtown Lafayette Business Owners Association for making this exciting new event possible!
#StarCityNights #DowntownLafayette #FallFestival #StarryNightFestival #LafayetteIN #IndianaEvents #ArtAndMusic #FoodTruckFiesta #NewTradition #StarCityVibes #homeofpurdue #discoverlafayette #lifeinlafayette #greaterlafayetteind #purdue
Plant Swap!
Oh my gourd! It’s thyme to trade! Bring your leafy darlings, sprouting cuttings, or plant babies to the library and swap them for something new to grow and love. Whether you’re a seasoned plant parent or just starting to root around in the world of greenery, this is a succulent opportunity to branch out, make new friends, and leave with something fresh and photosynthesizing.
This event is open to all levels of plant enthusiasts. If you’ve got care tips to share, we’d love for you to pass them along at this swap!
Requests:
Plants must be pest free and healthy.
Label your plants, if possible
Bring your plants in containers you’re ready to leaf behind.
Lettuce help you grow your collection!
Art on the Wabash
We're back! West Lafayette's Tapawingo Park will be once again transformed for the day into an open-air art gallery featuring regional artists, live music, food trucks, beverages, and children's activities.
Each booth will be filled with creative works for sale from over 40 artists in a variety of mediums ranging from ceramics to photography. Spend your Sunday strolling by the river and shopping local to support our vibrant community.
Thanks to our sponsors, admission as well as parking at the Wabash Landing Parking Garage are free. See you there!
Free Advice for Your Device
Do you need help with Libby, Hoopla, or Kanopy? Are you struggling with your personal technology? Bring your mobile device (smartphone, tablet, or laptop) to the Downtown/Holman Branch library and get tips on library apps and help with other technology issues. Drop-ins welcome! No registration required. Drop-ins welcome!
Back To School Bash
We are SO excited for McAllister Rec Center’s Back to School Bash with Wabash Center Inc.! Join us Saturday, September 20 at McAllister Recreation Center from 1-3pm for an afternoon of games, bounce houses, food trucks, and more! This event is all-inclusive and FREE to the public. See you there!
Monthly DFC Public Meeting
Join us at the Tippecanoe County Health Department Central office for our monthly Public Meeting, or join through teams link if you're unable to attend in person.
If you would like to join the DFC, feel free to come to a meeting or use the Contact Us page.
To join virtually, please use this link: Join the meeting now
Meeting ID: 248 187 979 931
Passcode: o4JY3Mk2
Square Dancing
Bring your best moves to McAllister Recreation Center the first Friday of every month for Square Dancing! Join The Fun Squares from 6:30-9pm for just $6 per person. Call McAllister for more information at (765) 807-1360.
Alternatives to Suicide for Military
Every Thursday, Online.
Please see www.conqueringmountainstogether.org for more information
Nature Journaling
Registration required! Join us for Nature Journaling at Prophetstown SP! This series is for beginners and taught by beginners! In each class, we’ll offer a lesson on a natural topic or artistic skill followed by time to journal. Our journaling series will encourage thoughtful observation and in-depth exploration. Each class will focus on a different topic:
June 8th- Fen
July 13th- Dragonflies
August 10th- Grasses
Attendance to 3 classes included in the cost. Register for the sessions you will attend individually on EventBrite (LINK). Costs are detailed below:
$31 per person, covers 3 classes, with journaling kit provided.
$15 per person, covers 3 classes, no journaling kit provided.
This series is for ages 15 and up. Payment due at time of registration. Pay online through the DNR Calendar. Register for individual sessions through EventBrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/2025-nature-journaling-at-prophetstown-state-park-4038323). Scholarships available if costs are prohibitive.
Nature Journaling
Registration required! Join us for Nature Journaling at Prophetstown SP! This series is for beginners and taught by beginners! In each class, we’ll offer a lesson on a natural topic or artistic skill followed by time to journal. Our journaling series will encourage thoughtful observation and in-depth exploration. Each class will focus on a different topic:
June 8th- Fen
July 13th- Dragonflies
August 10th- Grasses
Attendance to 3 classes included in the cost. Register for the sessions you will attend individually on EventBrite (LINK). Costs are detailed below:
$31 per person, covers 3 classes, with journaling kit provided.
$15 per person, covers 3 classes, no journaling kit provided.
This series is for ages 15 and up. Payment due at time of registration. Pay online through the DNR Calendar. Register for individual sessions through EventBrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/2025-nature-journaling-at-prophetstown-state-park-4038323). Scholarships available if costs are prohibitive.
Monthly DFC Public Meeting
Join us at the Tippecanoe County Health Department Central office for our monthly Public Meeting, or join through teams link if you're unable to attend in person.
If you would like to join the DFC, feel free to come to a meeting or use the Contact Us page.
To join virtually, please use this link: Join the meeting now
Meeting ID: 248 187 979 931
Passcode: o4JY3Mk2
Alternatives to Suicide for Military
Every Thursday, Online.
Please see www.conqueringmountainstogether.org for more information
Monthly DFC Public Meeting
Join us at the Tippecanoe County Health Department Central office for our monthly Public Meeting, or join through teams link if you're unable to attend in person.
If you would like to join the DFC, feel free to come to a meeting or use the Contact Us page.
To join virtually, please use this link: Join the meeting now
Meeting ID: 248 187 979 931
Passcode: o4JY3Mk2
Alternatives to Suicide for Military
Every Thursday, Online.
Please see www.conqueringmountainstogether.org for more information
Ice Cream Social
Ice Cream Social at the Caretaker's Cottage!
Bring your lawn chair and join us on Saturday, August 16th from 1-3 PM for live music and ice cream behind the Caretaker's Cottage.
This family-friendly event is free to attend. Learn more and RSVP: https:www.wlplf.org/30years
Thank you to our event sponsor, Barash Law.
B2S Ice Cream Social
School is almost back in session! Join us for an evening gof fun at this year's BACK TO SCHOOL ICE CREAM SOCIAL!
Date: August 15
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location: John R. Dennis Wellness Center Patio
Cost: FREE for you & your family!
Come chill with us before the school bell rings!
#wlparksandrec
Book Spine Bookmarks
Create a one-of-a-kind bookmark using recycled book spines!
In this hands-on craft for adults, we’ll repurpose worn or damaged books into unique, sturdy bookmarks.
Perfect for any avid reader!
Party at the Park
The Annual Community Party at the Park is a fun and free annual event and everyone is welcome! Join us for burgers, chicken, tacos, sno cones, bounce houses, live music and so much more... and it's all FREE!
The Party at the Park is hosted by Calvary Church, Second Baptist Church and Casa de Luz. It will be held at the Tippecanoe County Amphitheater located on ST RD 43.
For your safety, we will not open until 3 pm. Please avoid arriving earlier than 2:45 pm. The entrance to the activities will be roped off until 3 pm.
Please avoid bringing dogs to the event since we have horses who may be distracted by dogs.
Accommodation passes will be available at the information booth for our guests ages 16 and under with special needs. Please contact us ahead of time at 765-463-2622 to reserve a pass or if you have any questions about our event.
Nature Journaling
Registration required! Join us for Nature Journaling at Prophetstown SP! This series is for beginners and taught by beginners! In each class, we’ll offer a lesson on a natural topic or artistic skill followed by time to journal. Our journaling series will encourage thoughtful observation and in-depth exploration. Each class will focus on a different topic:
June 8th- Fen
July 13th- Dragonflies
August 10th- Grasses
Attendance to 3 classes included in the cost. Register for the sessions you will attend individually on EventBrite (LINK). Costs are detailed below:
$31 per person, covers 3 classes, with journaling kit provided.
$15 per person, covers 3 classes, no journaling kit provided.
This series is for ages 15 and up. Payment due at time of registration. Pay online through the DNR Calendar. Register for individual sessions through EventBrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/2025-nature-journaling-at-prophetstown-state-park-4038323). Scholarships available if costs are prohibitive.
Mosey Down Main St.
The Drug Free Coalition will be hosting a table at Lafayette’s Mosey Down Main Street!
Stop by and visit us!
200 to 1100 Main Street, Lafayette, IN 47901
Description: Mosey Down Main Street is a series of street celebrations brought to you by the local artistic community. Volunteers, downtown business owners, artists and musicians come together once a month (twice in August) during the summer to offer a free family friendly event that takes place right down the center of Main Street in downtown Lafayette. Enjoy three stages of music, outdoor food, beer and wine sales as well as street performers, sidewalk chalk and handmade Hula hoops, Drum circles and DJ's, belly dancers, balloon animals and more.
Pooch Plunge
Calling all dog lovers — it's time for your pup to make a splash!
Date: Thursday, August 7 and Friday, August 8
Location: Castaway Bay
Register now: Call (765) 807-1500 or https://secure.rec1.com/IN/lafayette-parks-recreation-in/catalog
Let your furry friend enjoy the last swim of the season at the pool just for pups! Spots fill fast, so don’t paws — register today!
Pooch Plunge
Calling all dog lovers — it's time for your pup to make a splash!
Date: Thursday, August 7 and Friday, August 8
Location: Castaway Bay
Register now: Call (765) 807-1500 or https://secure.rec1.com/IN/lafayette-parks-recreation-in/catalog
Let your furry friend enjoy the last swim of the season at the pool just for pups! Spots fill fast, so don’t paws — register today!
Monthly DFC Public Meeting
Join us at the Tippecanoe County Health Department Central office for our monthly Public Meeting, or join through teams link if you're unable to attend in person.
If you would like to join the DFC, feel free to come to a meeting or use the Contact Us page.
To join virtually, please use this link: Join the meeting now
Meeting ID: 248 187 979 931
Passcode: o4JY3Mk2
National Night Out
Join us for National Night Out at Columbian Park on Saturday, August 2nd from 1:00 - 4:00 PM!
This FREE community event is a great chance to meet your local law enforcement officers, explore their vehicles, and build positive connections in a fun, relaxed setting.
Enjoy:
Free boat and train rides in the park
A bounce house and obstacle course for the kids
A live DJ bringing the music
Tasty food trucks with food for purchase
Fun games and activities for all ages
Bring the whole family and help us celebrate community partnerships and public safety. We can’t wait to see you there!
Huge thank you to our sponsor: Drug-Free Coalition of Tippecanoe County!
Float Jam
We are kicking off a new, incredible experience on the Wabash River on Aug 2 – FLOAT JAM!
Picture this – you and 150 other folks are paddling down the Wabash. On a nearby fishing boat, strumming their guitar and singing a song, is a local musician. The summer sun shines, the breeze rustles your hair, and the gentle current of the Wabash carries you downstream.
We have over 40 boats that you can chose to paddle in. Make new friends in a raft or voyageur canoe, paddle solo in a kayak, or bring a friend in a 2-person canoe. We’ll provide life jackets and paddles for those using our boats. If you have your own boat, you can still sign up! Just plan to drop it off at Davis Ferry and park your car in the Wabash Landing Parking Garage.
We'll provide transportation to get you from your parked car at Tapawingo to the launch point at Davis Ferry. No innertubes and no motor boats! This is a paddling event. All participants must be at least 10 years old.
Learn more and sign up:
Square Dancing
Bring your best moves to McAllister Recreation Center the first Friday of every month for Square Dancing! Join The Fun Squares from 6:30-9pm for just $6 per person. Call McAllister for more information at (765) 807-1360.
Mindful Moments
CHECK THIS OUT!!!!
ICAADA'S very own Director of Education and Credentialing, Melissa Atlas will be presenting at an upcoming University of Indianapolis (UIndy) event. You don't want to miss this, get registered today!
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSe3olmta0hU0f.../viewform
#checkitout #icaada #uindy #indianapolis #Indiana #presentation #MindfulMoments #scantheQRcode
Plant Swap!
Oh my gourd! It’s thyme to trade! Bring your leafy darlings, sprouting cuttings, or plant babies to the library and swap them for something new to grow and love. Whether you’re a seasoned plant parent or just starting to root around in the world of greenery, this is a succulent opportunity to branch out, make new friends, and leave with something fresh and photosynthesizing.
This event is open to all levels of plant enthusiasts. If you’ve got care tips to share, we’d love for you to pass them along at this swap!
Requests:
Plants must be pest free and healthy.
Label your plants, if possible
Bring your plants in containers you’re ready to leaf behind.
Lettuce help you grow your collection!
Evaleen Stein Presentation
Join us for an educational presentation on Lafayette writer Evaleen Stein, presented by Lafayette author Angie Klink, while enjoying a tasty lunch prepared by the Haan Kitchen Krew!
Tuesday, July 29, 11:30AM-1PM
200 Years of Lafayette Art and Culture, the Haan Museum’s third on-site exhibition of 2025, will coincide with the city of Lafayette’s Bicentennial Celebration, featuring a multi-genre collection reflecting the city’s 200 years of existence. The exhibition will include paintings, ceramics, sculptures, textiles, literature, and music, ranging from the historic to the contemporary.
Members: $20
Non-Members: $25
Availability is limited so reserve your seat now at https://thehaan.org/event/200-years-of-lafayette-art-and-culture-lunch-learn/ or by calling our office at (765) 742-6449.
Free Advice for Your Device
Do you need help with Libby, Hoopla, or Kanopy? Are you struggling with your personal technology? Bring your mobile device (smartphone, tablet, or laptop) to the Downtown/Holman Branch library and get tips on library apps and help with other technology issues. Drop-ins welcome! No registration required. Drop-ins welcome!
Family Fun Fest
Once again, we're hosting this FREE event for families. Play games, visit the animals, make and take projects, listen to live music, and enjoy food and soft drinks for purchase. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets.
The event made possible in part by The Arts Federation.
Vendors should contact Cameron M. Logan for details. DO NOT REGISTER WITH ANYONE ELSE!l
Free Pet Wash & Nail Trim Event 🫧
Buckles Feed Depot & Pet Supply
Free Pet Wash & Nail Trim Event
8AM - 5:30PM Saturday July 26th 2025
220 S 4th St, Lafayette, IN 47901
(765) 742 - 7500
We offer a small breed wash station & a large breed wash stations, air dryers with cool air, hot & cold high pressure water, unlimited towels, waterproof aprons, oatmeal & aloe based shampoo & conditioner!
Nail trims for cats, dogs, reptiles, & small animals!
No appointments.
Friday Night Live
Join us for an unforgettable evening with MILLER, a blues, funk, and soul-hybrid band, as they make an anticipated return to the stage.
Featuring LD Miller on Vox/Harmonia, Cole Miller on Drums, Scott Pazera on Bass, Ryan Fletcher on Flute, Liam Miller on Guitar, then of course Noah Freeman and Scott Ausherman on Sound and Lights. It's going to be a night to remember!
As always, admission is free, thanks to our sponsor, Duke Energy.
Dads and Daughters!
Dads and Daughters!
Join us for a magical and memorable Daddy Daughter Date Night!
Details of the event are listed below, and the link for ticket purchase and more information is in our bio!
: July 25th
: Faith East Community Center
: 6-8pm
There will be dinner, games & prizes, crafts, photo booth, and dancing the night away!
Spray Day
Spray Day is back again at McAllister Rec Center! Join us Wednesday, July 23 at 1pm. Come cool off with some free summer fun, thanks to Lafayette Fire Department, Lafayette, Indiana!
10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s
Did you know Alzheimer’s and other dementias are impacting over 7 million families across the U.S.? While there’s no cure yet, there are steps you can take to reduce your risk or slow the progression of the disease.
Join Saedie Spikes, Dementia Outreach Specialist from Area IV Agency on Aging, for an informative session on the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s and actionable steps to lower your risk.
RSVP to Jeanne at 765.464.5611 or email jesmith@franciscancommunities.org.
Seating is limited. Light refreshments will be served. Don’t miss this important event!
Trivia Game Testing
How well do you think you know your slang throughout the ages? Come join us in this trivia game testing out your knowledge of generational slang! Just come on in! ages 5+
Dutch Oven Discoveries
Join Naturalist Kyle for ANOTHER event of delicious fun! Learn about the history and use of the Dutch oven. And, don’t forget to bring an appetite... put your teaching into practice by concocting a treat over a fire!
Location: Cumberland Park South Shelter
Date: July 21
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Registration: $9
Sign up today!
Downtown Blues and Jazz Festival
Downtown Blues and Jazz Festival - a sort of Uptown Jazz & Blues 2.0, which itself was a sort of evolution from the Riverfront Jazz & Blues Fest started in 1996. Downtown Blues and Jazz Festival will host local stalwarts from the Lafayette jazz and blues scene. Come out and enjoy a great night of music.
Printmaking
Join us to learn simple printmaking techniques that you can do at home. Special guest artist Lisa Parker will be on-hand to teach participants monoprinting techniques. Be sure to wear a smock or clothes that you are okay getting inky.
Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
No registration required.
