Boilermakers for the Arts

Welcome back, Purdue students! Boiler Gold Rush has begun, which means it's almost time for classes to start. For both new and older students, it is the perfect time to think about joining an organization and getting more involved in campus life, particularly in the arts. Purdue has a wide range of clubs and organizations that focus in on music, fine art, dance, and more! 

Below are clubs listed from A-Z that are arts and culture based organizations on Purdue's campus. 



Art History Student Organization



The Purdue University Art History Student Organization's mission is simple: we strive to offer students as well as the community an institution where education and personal enjoyment combine to celebrate the arts. 

AHSO is made up of students who are interested in art history; membership is not restricted to art history majors, in fact, we encourage students in any area to participate in our organization. The organization presents a film and video series, organizes trips to museums, galleries and lecture events, and brings guest speakers to the department for the benefit of students and faculty. Students are urged to participate in the student organizations because they provide an excellent opportunity to gain broadening experiences, including leadership positions.

For more information and  updates, click here!

Black Cultural Center

Formed in 1964 as a place for black students at Purdue University to meet, bond and study in a group setting, the Black Cultural Center has grown to many times its original size and mission. Today, the BCC is a place for African American students to learn their heritage, and also a place that provides cross-cultural exchanges and cultural diversity for the entire campus and the surrounding community.

The BCC houses a library and a computer lab. It sponsors several performing arts ensembles, including the Black Voices of Inspiration, Haraka Writers, Jahari Dance Troupe, and New Directional Players. These groups are led by professional artists-in-residence.

To get involved at the BCC, click here!

Boiler Productions

The organization allows students the opportunity to learn how to film, edit and create various forms of electronic media. In this way, the organization supports the academic and professional growth of the individual members. Members are also given the chance to compete and attend national conventions held each spring. 

Visit their Facebook page for updates!

Convocations Voice Network

Students for the Arts!!! Convocations Voice Network (CVN) was officially established in 1985 to support and promote the performing arts presentations brought to campus by Convocations. Today, CVN has a membership of more than 300 students from various majors and backgrounds and participates in every performance of the season.

What does CVN do? CVN provides volunteer ushering for all of the Convocations events in Elliott Hall, Loeb Playhouse, and Fowler Hall each season. All members ushering for a given show are invited to stay and see that show for FREE! CVN members may usher for as many or as few shows as they like. 

CVN also takes part in a variety of special events, including receptions with the performers, parties with the patrons, and lots of social activities.

Why should you join?

• No dues to pay ever!
• Free food meetings!
• Develop valuable public relations and publicity skills!
• See Convocations shows for FREE when you usher!
• Interact with performers from around the world!
• Take part in fun social events!
• Develop a brand new network of friendships!

For more information and to register to usher shows please visit their website and Facebook page!

Dance 2XS

Dance 2XS Purdue was established in 2002 and since then has become increasingly successful in skill level and popularity. We are open to perform at almost any occasion or event and are accepting of all ethnicities, genders, backgrounds, and styles of dance, but NOT all skill levels. Members are required to audition to assure a collective of the best hip-hop choreography dancers on Purdue's campus! Auditions are held every semester.

Currently we practice at the Morton Community Center (West Lafayette) and continue to represent our name, style, and family both on and off-campus. We regularly perform at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, and numerous other campuses and locations in the Midwest in addition to Purdue's campus.

Click here for more info!

Higher Ground Dance Company

Higher Ground is a student run and student choreographed dance company that puts on a show each semester to raise money for the Andrea Rizzo Foundation. The Andrea Rizzo Foundation is an organization that provides dance therapy to children with special needs and/or terminal illnesses.

 If you have a passion for dance and helping others, you are welcome and encouraged to join this group! Please contact via email (highergrounddanceco@gmail.com) to find out more about callouts and upcoming events.

Improv Club

The Improv Club provides a no-pressure environment for people to come and enjoy watching or performing short-form improv games. Meetings are free and open to everyone and held weekly on Fridays from 7 to 9 p.m. in BRNG 2280.

For more information, visit their blog and Facebook page!

Indian Dance Club

The Purdue Indian Dance Club started out as a group of friends who danced for fun about 10 years ago. Soon, what they did for fun became something they brought onto stage and was loved and appreciated by everyone on campus. PIDC is a group that brings together people who love to dance and want to show that passion in them on stage. We do not compete, instead we perform. Hence, our time commitment is very low and very flexible to everyones busy schedules. We incorporate a number of different styles of dancing such as classical dance, hip hop, contemprary, bollywood and much more. We want to continue the PIDC legacy and make friends as well as family along the way! No earlier dance experience is required. We are here to teach you, learn from you and have a great time. If you like to dance or want to help out in any way, or just want to have some fun, then please don't hesitate to contact us. The more the merrier!

Please don't hesitate to contact us at pidcdance@gmail.com or on 765-586-5211 for more information!

 For updates, click here.

Native American Cultural Center

The Native American Educational and Cultural Center (NAECC) at Purdue University serves as a resource to Native American, Alaskan Native, and Native Hawaiian students, faculty, staff and individuals from the campus and greater Lafayette community for the purpose of understanding, appreciating, and celebrating Indigenous cultures.The Native American Educational and Cultural Center  is committed to creating and promoting positive relationships with and among Purdue University students, alumni, faculty, staff, and Native American communities. NAECC staff engage in direct student advocacy with various academic departments to promote higher education access and inclusion of Indigenous knowledge.

To get involved at the NAECC, click here!

Purdue Night Train Swing Dance Club

Purdue Night Train is Purdue University's first and only swing dance club. 

Night Train focuses on uniquely American dance forms such as Lindy Hop, Balboa, Blues Dancing and Charleston.

Purdue Night Train meets regularly on Tuesday nights for lessons during the school year.

Night Train also meets on Wednesday evenings for social dancing.

For more information and updates, click here!

Purdue Photography Club

The Purdue Photography Club, also known as the Purdue Camera Club, is one of the oldest student organizations on campus. Since 1935, our club has been the meeting grounds for hundreds of hobbyist photographers, ranging in skill from novice to advanced. In addition to finding others who share a common hobby of, or passion for, the art of photography, members can also look forward to participating in weekly meetings that include topics such as photo critiques, guest speakers, demos, and presentations.

While the Photo Club has recently adopted a large focus on digital rather than film photography, our club facilities still include a fully functioning darkroom and studio, as well as an office and materials library located in the basement of the Purdue Memorial Union.

Finally, the club is open to anyone affiliated with Purdue University, whether they be student, staff, or otherwise. We encourage you to show up for any of our meetings to see what we’re all about!

For more information and updates, click here!

Purdue Art Community

Purdue Art Community is a club where students from any discipline can create works of art and participate in art-related projects to help deal with the stress of college and life, as well as bring more art to campus. This club will create a community of students who love art to help serve the campus and the Lafayette/West Lafayette area through community service and donation of artworks. This club will also help students gain new art skills or fine-tune their unique styles, though no background in art is required.

For further updates, click here!

Purdue Beat Society

The Purdue Beat Society is an organization of electronic music enthusiasts, which include dj's, producers, partiers, and anyone else who wants to support it. We try to promote a neutral scene through education (promotions, tutorials, and awareness), networking, and hosting events on campus & local venues.

For updates, click here!

Purdue Jazz Club

The Purdue Jazz Club is open to all Purdue University students who are interested, or would like to develop an interest in jazz. We meet every Wednesday night from 8:00-9:00 in Slayter Center. Activities range from listening to and discussing jazz, playing jazz, learning about jazz theory and history, and going to see  groups perform in the greater Lafayette area. 

For updates, click here!


Tap Dance Club

The Purdue Tap Dance Club promotes, advances, and encourages tap dancing at Purdue University. We offer weekly classes and will hold workshops with instructors throughout the area. 

Click here for updates.

Salsa Dance Club

This club is one of the largest and most active student organizations at Purdue. We focus mainly on Salsa dancing, but we occasionally dabble in Merengue, Bachata, Cha Cha, and other forms of Latin dance.The Purdue Salsa Club provides weekly classes for all levels. You do not need any dance experience or partner. We start from the basics. We provide "Social" nights, where you can practice the new moves taught in class and have fun dancing. 

For more information, click here.

Student English Association

The Purdue Student English Association is an organization for undergraduate students who love anything about English -- reading, writing, and more!  Though many members are English majors and minors, we are open to ALL majors!  

We provide students with the opportunity to meet others who share a love of all things english-related. Although we are not a book club, you will have plenty of opportunities to make friends with other members who can discuss books. SEA also publishes Purdue's only undergraduate literary magazine, The Bell Tower. You have the opportunity to submit your work to the magazine. You can also become a staff member of the magazine and help with the publication.

For more information, click here. 

Writer's Bloc

Writers' Bloc is a community of interested and talented writers who share ideas, and give and receive criticism to build and become better writers. Our current members have backgrounds in legal writing, professional writing, fiction writing and poetry. We are proud to have the distinguished poet Don Platt as our advisor.

For information, click here.

Use this academic year to get involved in the arts. If there is an organization that you couldn't find here, visit https://boilerlink.purdue.edu/Organizations. Have a great year, Boilermakers!


Information was provided from the organizations' web page or Facebook page.

New Kids on the Block

Congratulations to Carnahan Hall as they join the arts community here in Lafayette! The ribbon cutting ceremony takes place this afternoon at 3:30 pm. You must have obtained a physical ticket to attend the ceremony.

With Carnahan Hall joining the TAF family, we decided to feature some of our new member organizations that have been added this year. Be sure  to show them your support!

Art Cenacle

Art Cenacle is a local group of artists in Lafayette who meet regularly to discuss art related topics and critique each others' works. Their work will be featured in our newest exhibition here at TAF. The exhibit is titled "Expression Unlimited: An Exhibition of Self Portraits". In a recent Journal & Courier interview, the group says that "the artists gave each other the assignment to do a self-portrait, whether or not they felt experienced or comfortable enough to do it. With so many personalities and interpretations, their exhibit is disorienting in a good way."

Be sure to stop by and check out their work! The exhibit will be open to the public from August 15th to September 12th and a reception will be held tonight from 6-8 pm in the TAF Lobby. Be sure to stop by!

Lafayette Writer's Studio

Lafayette Writers' Studio is a place where writers can learn more about the art and craft of writing in a supportive environment. Whether you have a particular writing project in mind or are simply interested in learning more about the form, the Lafayette Writers' Studio will provide instruction and encouragement to develop your unique voice and help you become the writer you would like to be.

Classes are taught by Melissa Fraterrigo. Melissa taught high school English, but realized that her dream was to be a writer. She went on to receive her MFA and publish her first collection of short stories in 2006. Besides teaching with the Lafayette Writers' Studio, she is currently working on a writing project titled, "Teensy's Daughter". Her classes have helped aspiring writers to make their dreams possible.

"Taking a writing class was very outside of my comfort zone and writing my memoir seemed only like a dream. Yet Melissa helped me to see that anyone who writes is a writer. With Melissa's encouragement, writing exercises, and feedback, I am thrilled to say my once far fetched dream is now a reality!"

Make your writing dreams come true as well! There are several classes being offered in the fall! All classes will be offered at MatchBOX Coworking Studio in Lafayette.  Click here to register for a class today!

Special Hands School of Art

The Special Hands School of Art is designed for students with special needs who have an interest in the arts! The school was initiated by special needs advocate Lisa Halsema and art instructor Andrea Remer. The creation of the program was prompted by cuts to arts programs in schools, which had a negative impact on special needs programs for students . As a result, Remer and Halsema decided to create their own school that offered available arts programs for kids.

 The school is currently offering summer workshops and classes. Volunteer positions are also available!

Visit their Facebook page for updates!

Carnahan Hall

Carnahan Hall strives to bring more live entertainment and arts related events to downtown Lafayette. The venue opened in March and has since hosted paint parties, musicians, and was recently a part of TAF's Gallery Walk. Owners Seema Choudhary and John Warner have plenty of ideas for the new venue. Some include film screenings, video game competitions, stand up comedy, and more rising local band performances. 

Future fall events include a tentative DJ night by Purdue students in September and October will feature the Melissa Aldana and Cash trio as part of Purdue Convocations. 

Stay up-to-date with the new venue by visiting their website and Facebook page. 

Some other new member organizations that have joined TAF this year are listed below:

2 Chic Art Gallery
Eastside 9
Wabash Landing 9
Heartland Heritage, INC
WBAA Public Radio from Purdue
Figure Drawing Guild


We are so happy to support all of our member organizations! TAF looks forward to our new members' future contributions to the arts in Greater Lafayette.

Introducing Piggy Back!

Here at TAF, our new exhibition is underway! 

The exhibition features artwork by Art Cenacle, Robin Coyner, and Rachel Witt. The opening reception is this Friday from 6 pm-8 pm in the TAF lobby. There will be light refreshments as well as a new interactive feature for guests to use as part of the exhibits.

The Tippecanoe Arts Federation always seeks new ways to interact with the surrounding community and bring art to everyone. To continue this tradition, TAF has partnered with Ash Interactive to bring you the mobile tour app, Piggy Back.

Piggy Back will allow users to interact with community art exhibits, artists, local art festivals, and more! The app is easy to download and simple to use. Visit the app store on your smart phone, search "Piggyback", and download the app for free! 

Use the app when visiting an exhibit here at TAF or visiting a favorite mural in town. Look up information about the artist and their work through audio talks, pictures, video, and text.  The app will be available to use at exhibits here at TAF, select locations for September Gallery Walk, and Art on the Wabash as part of an interactive mobile tour. 

We are still working on developing the app for tours of local murals, galleries, and festivals. But, we will keep you up to date as more features become available. To find out more about Piggyback, watch the video below!

Please take advantage of this educational new tool to engage with TAF and the arts in the community!

Mosey for the Arts

Mosey for the Arts is tomorrow in downtown Lafayette! The festival takes place on 9th street between Main and Columbia. The event is free and open to the public. There will be food, art, music, and several activities for people to enjoy.

Mosey for the Arts presents family-friendly live performances, hands-on art activities, and cultural information highlighting regional artists and arts organizations.This Mosey gives artists a chance to interact with a wider audience and bring art to those who don't get a chance to experience art in their day to day life.  Artists will be showcasing their art and different organizations will offer a variety of activities.

The Morton Community Center will have an interactive art piece titled, "Selfie Portraits". Artist Jeannette Rehmel will be at the booth to help you along from 6-9 pm. The center will also feature live music performances from MorDancN, Zumba,  Kat Lebo, and belly dancers! Performances will take place at 6:45-7:20.





TAF will also have its Instrument Petting Zoo set up for the kiddies to enjoy.  Have your kids try their hand at playing a musical instrument! The petting zoo will be open from 6-9 pm.

Live Music will take place at five different stages located throughout downtown. Stages include the Black Sparrow stage on 3rd and Main Street, the Center Stage on 6th and Main Street, Spurlock's stage on 8th and Main Street, My Sisters 'N Me Stage on 9th and Main Street, and the East Stage on 11th and Main Street. 

All the main street art galleries will be open for public viewing! Art galleries on Main Street include Artists' Own, Purdue Fountain Gallery, Grateful Heart, Lala Gallery and Studio, Something Special, Susie Gibbs Framing, Operation Ink, KL Art Gallery, and more! Stop in and enjoy some art work. Also look for different art booths located throughout downtown.



Mosey for the Arts lasts from 6-11 pm! Gather up your friends or family and discover the arts in Greater Lafayette this Saturday.

Go Back to School with ASAP

Summer is almost over and the new school year is about to begin! It's time for back to school shopping and preparing yourself mentally for the morning struggle of dragging your kids or yourself out of bed in the morning. But, don't let the back to school blues get you down!

While in the midst of changing routines and back to school craziness, why not look into the after school programs that the Tippecanoe Arts Federation has to offer? 

Are you a student or parent who has a child interested in the arts? Check out ASAP!

Here at TAF, the fall marks the beginning of our After School Arts Program (ASAP). This free program is designed to make a meaningful difference in the lives of youth in our community. ASAP breaks down barriers, inspires the creative spirit, provides gap programming for home-schooled students, and gives youth a positive expressive outlet. The structure of this vision is centered in exploring the arts, including non-traditional forms. The arts provide another dimension to help reinforce academics, teach problem solving techniques, and inspire creativity. 

Most classes meet at the Tippecanoe Arts Federation from the hours of 4:00-6:30 pm.  Advanced registration is required and is on a first come, first served basis with preference to first-time program participants. Early enrollment is encouraged! The registration deadline for each class is one week before the class starts. Students and guardians are required to commit to the program by attending all sessions of the class they enroll in.  

ASAP follows the Lafayette School Corporation’s school calendar and weather-related closings. Make-up classes are scheduled when possible.

To view the classes being offered for Fall 2014, click here! 

.If you have any questions, please contact Erika Kvam at rsd@tippecanoearts.org or 765.423.2787. To join our mailing list, please click here.

Enroll in a class today!

Spend Summer's End with the Arts!

It's August, art lovers! The end of summer is drawing near. But, not to worry! There are still plenty of art classes, theatre performances, and other events happening this month. We've got you covered to make your end of summer one that you will remember. Browse through the calendar of events to find the perfect summer arts outing for you! Also, check out our Arts Intersect calendar.

August 1st

Avenue Q

The Red Barn Theatre of Frankfort, Indiana presents the Tony Award winning musical, Avenue Q! Meet a group of 20-something puppets trying to find their way in the Big Apple. The show features plenty of show stopping numbers and laugh out loud humor. Performances are held on Wednesdays through Saturdays at 8 pm and plays on Sundays at 2 pm. 

To purchase tickets, click here. 

9 to 5: The Musical

The Crawfordsville Sugar Creek Players present 9 to 5: The Musical! Pushed to the boiling point by their supervisor, three female co-workers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying bigot they call their boss.  They conspire to take control of their company and learn there's nothing they can't do.  Set in the 1980's, this hilarious musical is outrageous, thought provoking, and even a little romantic. Performances will be held beginning August 1st and continue until August 10th. Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 pm and Sunday performances are at 2 pm. 

To purchase tickets, click here. 

Murder at Cafe Noir



The most popular mystery dinner show in the country, Murder at Cafe Noir has delighted
audiences since its premiere in 1989. This forties detective story come to life features Rick Archer, P.I., out to find a curvaceous runaway on the forgotten island of Mustique, a place stuck in a black and white era. The audience votes twice on what they want Rick to do next and these decisions change the flow of this comic tribute to the Bogart era. The show runs  August 1st, 2nd, 8th, and 9th.

**This is a fully integrated/interactive dinner show.  Doors open at 6:30 and your theater experience begins! To buy tickets, click here! 

August 2nd

OUTfest

OUTfest, Lafayette’s annual pride festival hosted by Pride Lafayette, aims to increase public awareness of the LGBTI community in Lafayette and beyond, bring attention to LGBTI issues, provide resources, and celebrate diversity. The event will feature music, food, and other activities! The event will be held in downtown Lafayette from 4 pm-midnight. 

For more information, visit the Outfest website. 

14th Annual Cultural Summer Arts Classes for Adults and Children

Two and a half day classes will be held August 2nd, 3rd, and 4th in river cane flutes, paddle-stamped pottery, trade silver, porcupine quill work, Iroquois beading, cattail weaving, steel-bladed knives and Great Lakes Native American culture.  Children's classes are included also with 15 hours instruction.  Pre-registration is required by July 25.  $75 NCGLNAC members, $95 non-members.  Contact Kay Neumayr at kay.neumayr@ncglnac.com or 765-426-3022.

August 3rd

Studio B Dance Auditions

Be a part of the first Studio b Dance Team! The objective of the Studio b dance team is to provide a team experience that will enhance the dancer's technical abilities, provide them with community performance opportunities, connect them to innovative choreographers and experienced professional dancers through convention workshops, and allow for growth as a performer with the critique that comes from a competitive setting. Students age 10-17 are welcome to audition.

August 4th

LaLa Gallery Tableware Fun Classes for Kids

Tableware classes for kids begin on August 4th and last until August 8th! For more information about the class, click here. 

Artists' Own Doodle Wall

Bring your creative spirit to Artists’ Own between Aug 4-Sept 13th to draw or doodle on the free space interactive exhibit entitled Doodle on the Wall. No fee, paint supplies provided. 

August 5th

No events listed.

August 6th

Art in the Park

Join Art in the Park at Memorial Island, located in Columbian Park, every other Wednesday during the summer art and music series as we enjoy local art, music, food and family fun. The event will be held on August 6th from 6:30-8:30 pm. 

Delphi Opera House Gallery Exhibit

Antique perfume bottles and pastels/oils of landscapes and still life will be on exhibit at the Delphi Opera House Gallery.  With an artful eye for beauty, Ginny Emerson has been collecting antiqueperfume bottles for over 3 decades. Pam Newell will exhibit her beautiful impressionistic paintings.  Theopening reception will be Wednesday, August 6 from 4:00-7:00 followed by the history and slide show of the perfume bottles presented by Elaine McConnell with photos by Alan McConnell in the "sanctuary" of the DOH2.   

August 7th

Pottery Painting Workshop

The workshop will be held at the Max Tannenbaum Cultural Center in Crawfordsville at 6:30-8:30 pm on August 7th. Paint a summer theme on your ceramic items. Be crafty, be creative!  Enjoy a cool pottery painting art class and escape the heat for an evening! Purchase price includes your item to paint, use of the glazes and the final firing in our kiln. Items can be picked up at the Rotary Jail Museum next to the Tannenbaum Cultural Center, during regular hours of operations Wednesday thru Saturday 10-5. Bring your paper ticket or pay at the door!

To register, click here.

The Big Swing Band performs with Lafayette Citizens Band

 

Join the Lafayette Citizens' Band for a night of swing! The concert begins at 7:30 pm at Riehle Plaza. Admission is free!

August 8th

Fused Glass Workshop



This workshop will be held at the Max Tannenbaum Center in Crawfordsville, Indiana at 6:30-8:30 pm. Create small fused glass item or items of your choice! Sun catcher? Jewelry? Small bowl or plate? Nightlight? ($3 extra) You get to choose! If you want to create a medium or a large item, or include dichroic glass (and we have a new shipment!) you can simply pay to upgrade on site at the time of the class. Glass items can also be fitted with hooks for wall mounting, or magnets for decorative metal mounting!

To register, click here.

Girls' Night Out Art Class



A 'wine and canvas' event at Artists' Own in downtown Lafayette. Grab some girlfriends and enjoy time together creating and enjoying a glass of wine. The instructor will walk you through step by step. Wear paint friendly clothes. 
Class size: minimum 5; maximum 15
Cost: $45/person, all supplies included for one painting (canvas, paint, aprons, wine and snacks)

William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night



Kokomo Civic Theare presents Shakespeare's, "Twelfth Night". Brother and sister Viola and Sebastian, who look a great deal alike, are in a shipwreck, and both think the other dead. When she lands in a foreign country, Viola dresses as her brother and adopts the name Cesario, becoming trusted friend to the Count Orsino. Orsino is madly in love with the lady Olivia. He sends Cesario to do his wooing, and Olivia falls in love with the disguised maiden. Things get even more complicated when Sebastian surfaces in the area. With an ending that underlines that love can win out over all, Twelfth Night is funny, poignant, and an insightful take on the battle of the sexes. Performances will be held at Haven's auditorium at IUK University in Kokomo on August 8th-10th. For showtimes and ticket information, click here.

Breaking Up is Hard to Do

Myers Dinner Theatre presents "Breaking Up Is Hard To Do”. The play is set at a Catskills resort in the early 1960’s.  It is the sweet, comic story of Lois and Marge, two friends from Brooklyn, in search of good times and romance over one wild Labor Day weekend. Performances will be held August 8th-30th. For ticket information, click here.  

August 9th

Friendship House Annual Bazaar and Bakesale

This event features crafts from local artisans, baked goods, a cake walk, raffles, door prizes, and much more! There will also be lunch available for sale. We are donating 10% of all sales to the Bauer Family Food Pantry. Other proceeds go towards events and activities for Friendship House residents. The event will be held at 10 am-2 pm at the Friendship House South Dining Room in West Lafayette. For more information, click here. 

Mommy and Me Art Classes

This class will be offered twice and is designed for parent and child (ages 4-8) to enjoy the creative process together and learn a little about an artist's technique. No cleanup for you; just enjoy the process with your child. Two sessions will be offered at 10:30-12:00 pm and 1:00-2:30 pm at the Artists' Own studios on August 9th. For more information, click here.

Mosey for the Arts

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 from May through September to offer a free family friendly event that takes place right down the center of Main Street.

With three stages of music, outdoor food, beer, and wine sales as well as street performers, sidewalk chalk and hand made Hula hoops, Drum circles and DJ's, belly dancers, and balloon animals.

The event will last from 6-11pm on August 9th!

Taste of Cass County

Logan's Landing presents the ninth annual Taste of Cass County on Saturday August 9th starting at 5 pm in downtown Logansport. Enjoy live music, food and drink from 15 local vendors, and a Kids Korner with games and prizes. Visit the website, for more information.

August 10th

No events listed.

August 11th

No events listed.

August 12th

Lafayette Symphony Orchestra Prelude Project

Join current members of the LSO's Prelude Project to learn more about our growing young patrons' initiative. Check out the schedule of parties, behind the scenes experiences, and more planned for the season. Free to attend- munchies and your first beverage are on us! We encourage you to invite your under-50 friends, colleagues, neighbors, etc. to join us! Visit the event page for more information! 

August 15th

Art Exhibit Opening and Reception

Make plans to join us at the Wells Community Cultural Center on August 15 for an opening reception! Come to the reception from 6:00-8:00 pm to meet the artists and see their work. The exhibition will run from August 15 through September 12.

August 16th

Summer Potter's Market

   

Enjoy shopping a wide range of handmade pottery at the YWCA on August 16! You'll see works by the Greater Lafayette Clay Guild potters and there's something for every budget. For more information, click here.

River City Grapes and Hops Fest

Attendees will have the opportunity to taste products from local breweries and vineyards. Music provided by the Knickerbocker Saloon. Food will be available for purchase from Sovereign Catering. All proceeds go to support the Tippecanoe County Historical Association's mission to create a sense of place in the present and propel us toward the future with hope and commitment through understanding of our past. The event lasts from 4-8 pm.

Click here for more information.

Athen's Art Gallery Workshop

Workshop for August: "pretty little blossoms" - painting story mandalas with Kelly Barton on 

August 16, 10am -12:30pm, $45 includes all supplies (payable to Athens Arts). In this workshop, you will create a blossom. Kelly will guide you, building on each layer, creating a blossom rich in your own story. For artists on all levels. The event takes place at the Athen's Art Gallery in Crawfordsville.

Pysanky Workshop: The Art of Ukrainian Style Easter Eggs

Artists' Own will hold an egg painting class from 10:00-1:00 pm on August 16th. Pysankys are intricate colorful designs created on the egg shell through the layering of beeswax and dyes. The geometric shapes, floral and animal figures, and even the eggs, are steeped in symbolism. Over 2000 years ago, before the time of Christ, people decorated eggs believing that great powers were embodied in the egg. With the advent of Christianity, Easter eggs symbolized the Resurrection and a promise of eternal life. Legend has it that as long as pysankyare decorated, goodness will prevail over evil throughout the world. Participants will be introduced to the rich tranditions and history of the art of Pysanky. Using an egg shell (chicken, pre-blown and prepared), students will complete a simple star-burst design, with the traditional batik method using kistka, bees wax, dyes,and candle. For more info contact Susan at 219-869-0490; email: sjblubaugh@gmail.com
Participants: This workshop is a great parent and child activity. Adults and children over 10; children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
Class size: minimum 3; maximum 12
Cost: $25/person, all supplies included.

August 17th

No events listed.

August 18th

No events listed.

August 19th

No events listed.

August 20th

Art in the Park



August 20th is the last day of Art in the Park! Join Art in the Park at Memorial Island, located in Columbian Park, as we enjoy local art, music, food and family fun. The event will be held at 6:30-8:30 pm.

August 21st

Fused Glass Workshop



This workshop will be held at the Max Tannenbaum Center in Crawfordsville, Indiana at 6:30-8:30 pm on August 21st. Create small fused glass item or items of your choice! Sun catcher? Jewelry? Small bowl or plate? Nightlight? ($3 extra) You get to choose! If you want to create a medium or a large item, or include dichroic glass (and we have a new shipment!) you can simply pay to upgrade on site at the time of the class. Glass items can also be fitted with hooks for wall mounting, or magnets for decorative metal mounting!

To register, click here.

August 22nd

Pottery Painting Workshop

The workshop will be held at the Max Tannenbaum Cultural Center in Crawfordsville at 6:30-8:30 pm on August 21st. Paint a summer theme on your ceramic items. Be crafty, be creative!  Enjoy a cool pottery painting art class and escape the heat for an evening! Purchase price includes your item to paint, use of the glazes and the final firing in our kiln. Items can be picked up at the Rotary Jail Museum next to the Tannenbaum Cultural Center, during regular hours of operations Wednesday thru Saturday 10-5. Bring your paper ticket or pay at the door!

To register, click here.

Jewelry Workshop



A jewelry design class will take place at Artists' Own in Lafayette on August 22nd at 6:30-8:00 pm. This class is a fun, design-your-own-jewelry opportunity! Glass artist Lisa Walsh will demonstrate her line of changeable bead jewelry, including bracelets, earrings, pendants, and rings. Participants will then have the opportunity to design pieces of their choice using her handmade flameworked glass beads. This versatile jewelry can then be redesigned anytime to match different outfits at home simply by changing the beads. For more info contact Lisa at 765-429-8535; email: Lisa@Abednegocreations.com.
Participants: Adults and Children over 10 years of age and older; children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. No experience is necessary.
Class size: minimum 3; maximum 20
Cost: $10/person, includes one changeable bead bracelet (or you may apply the $10 to a different piece of jewelry if you don't want a bracelet). Beads are additional, and range in price from $3-$15 each.

August 23rd

Beers Across the Wabash



Friends of Downtown is proud to present the 3rd Annual Beers Across the Wabash.  Join us for a fantastic afternoon of sampling craft brews from 25-30 of Indiana's finest small breweries.  The event will be held at the Reihle Plaza in downtown Lafayette on August 23rd at 2:00-6:00 pm. In addition to delicious beers, admission includes a commemorative sample cup and live entertainment by Zimdiana, The Flapjacks, Billy Brand and others throughout the afternoon.  Look for homebrewing information and demonstrations from Tippecanoe Homebrewers Circle and Homebrewing Organization of Purdue Students.  On-site food service will also be available for purchase from D&R Catering; Outpost Catering by Sgt. Prestons and The Lafayette Optimist Club.

To purchase tickets, click here.

Uptown Jazz and Blues Festival




Established in 2005, the Uptown Jazz & Blues Festival has quickly become one of the premier music festivals in Indiana. Incorporating local, regional and national touring acts, the Uptown Jazz & Blues Festival sets the stage for a unique community gathering with good times and good friends. Local brews and eateries add to the evening’s hip, upscale vibe. Join us for an intimate evening unlike any other. The event will be held in downtown Lafayette on August 23rd at 5:00 pm-midnight.

To purchase tickets, click here.

Taste of Montgomery County



The 8th Taste of Montgomery County comes to Crawfordsville on Saturday, August 23, 2014!
The Taste of Montgomery County is a panorama of sights, a symphony of sounds, and a festival of flavors that represent all that’s great about our little corner of the Midwest. Every year in late summer, restaurants, caterers and food vendors from throughout Montgomery County will gather on the shady, rolling hills of the General Lew Wallace Study & Museum to showcase a huge variety of their tastiest treats and most mouthwatering morsels.To add some sound bites to the food bites, the Taste will also host three musical acts—live and direct from the heartland—that represent three different musical genres. From jazz to country, oldies to folk to rock and roll, the Taste features terrific tunes to satisfy almost every palate. The event will take place at 12:00 pm-10:00 pm.

All American Purdue Marching Band Show



Catch the debut of the 2014 “All-American” Marching Band at this great concert. Bring a lawn chair and be the first to see the best band in the land! The event will take place at Hull Field at 7:30 pm. 

Haan Mansion Museum Tours



Two tours of the Haan Mansion Museum of Indiana Art will be held on August 23rd. The tours will be held at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm. More than an art museum, a tour of the mansion is truly a rare experience: fantastic furniture, wonderful art, and important porcelain in a historical setting on a grand scale. It's an experience you won't soon forget. 

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Glass Art Workshop



A Glass Art Workshop will take place at Artists' Own in Lafayette on August 23rd at 10:00 am-12:00 pm. In this class, participants will create their own treasure bead using the empty flameworked hollows handmade by Lisa. Participants pick a hollow of the size and color they want, then customize their bead with the filling, caps and dangles of their choice. The beads can be made into miniature ornaments, pendants, or fan pulls and come with a presentation case suitable for gift giving. A large array of fillings will be provided, but participants are also invited to bring their own tiny treasures from home. More information about this can be found at the website: Abednegocreations.com. No torch or flame is involved for this class, but participants will see a short presentation of how the glass hollow is made. For more info contact Lisa at 765-429-8535; Email: Lisa@Abednegocreations.com
Participants: Adults and Children over 13 years of age. No experience is necessary.
Class size: minimum 3; maximum 20
Cost: $30/person, includes all supplies and instruction. Additional treasure beads can be made for $25 each.

Fused Glass Workshop


This workshop will be held at the Max Tannenbaum Center in Crawfordsville, Indiana at 1:30-3:30 pm on August 23rd. Create small fused glass item or items of your choice! Sun catcher? Jewelry? Small bowl or plate? Nightlight? ($3 extra) You get to choose! If you want to create a medium or a large item, or include dichroic glass (and we have a new shipment!) you can simply pay to upgrade on site at the time of the class. Glass items can also be fitted with hooks for wall mounting, or magnets for decorative metal mounting!

To register, click here.

Jewelry Making Class



Register by August 16 for this 3 hour class with Deb Waymire. Make sterling and copper earrings, learning hammering, patinas, shaping and polishing.

To register, click here.

August 24th

Haan Museum Tour



A tour of the Haan Mansion Museum of Indiana Art will be held on August 24th at 1:30 pm. More than an art museum, a tour of the mansion is truly a rare experience: fantastic furniture, wonderful art, and important porcelain in a historical setting on a grand scale. It's an experience you won't soon forget. 

To purchase tickets, click here.

August 25th

No events listed.

August 26th

Find Your Voice Writing Class



A writer's voice is distinct from everyone else-it is how a character expresses herself and it is the words and sentences the author uses. In this workshop we will learn how to develop and deepen our unique voices by examining a variety of modes of writing and analyzing the voices of works we admire. We will also work on exercises to further our understanding of our own distinctive way of expressing ourselves through the written word. Please bring with you a story/novel or poem by another author whose voice you admire, and wish to explore. The class will be held at the MatchBOX Coworking Studio in downtown Lafayette at 6:30-9:00 pm. 

For more information, click here.

Stencils in Watercolor Class

Register by August 26 for class with Rena Brouwer. Natural and handmade stencils are studied to enhance your watercolors in either an abstract or a realistic approach. Instructor provides supplies for $5 or contact her by August 26 for supply list. Ages 12-adult. The class will be held on August 27th at the Delphi Opera House at 6:30-9:00 pm.

To register, click here.

August 28th

Black Cultural Center Student Orientation

Connect with the BCC to begin the celebration of our fall theme "Unmasking Blackness Through Rhythm, Culture and Celebration."  Boilerfest will introduce you to the BCC, various student organizations, and campus support services.  It will feature a live DJ, performances by BCC ensembles, carnival dancers and food representative of Trinidad/Brazilian culture and cuisine.  Planeta Azul Samba band from Chicago will be performing. The event will take place at the BCC parking lot from 4:00-6:00 pm.

August 29th

Purdue Varsity Glee Club Free Concert

Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 7:30 p.m.

Elliott Hall of Music

Free Concert

Sponsored by Purdue Federal Credit Union, Purdue Student Union Board and Purdue Musical Organizations. There is no better way to kick off the new school year! For more information: www.purdue.edu/pmo

The Importance of Being Earnest

The Lafayette Civic Theatre presents Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest. 

 In a stylish send-up of Victorian courtship and manners, charming bachelors, Jack and Algernon, lead double lives to woo the two young ladies who have won their hearts. When they are caught in their lies, the stage is set for clever manipulations and hilarious confusion.
Oscar Wilde dishes up scathing social satire, effervescent wit, and high farce, making this one of the most cherished plays in the English language. The play will run from August 29th-September 13th at the Historic Monon Depot Theatre. Friday and Saturday performances will take place at 7:30 pm and Sunday performances will take place at 2:30 pm. 

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August 30th

Global Fest

The Morton Community Center will feature a special Global Fest on August 30th at 10:00 am-9:00 pm. This free one-day festival celebrates our diverse community and world cultures through music, dance, crafts, displays and international food. 

Mosey Down Main Street

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 from May through September to offer a free family friendly event that takes place right down the center of Main Street.

With three stages of music, outdoor food, beer, and wine sales as well as street performers, sidewalk chalk and hand made Hula hoops, Drum circles and DJ's, belly dancers, and balloon animals.

The event will last from 6:00-11:00 pm. 


Have a great end of summer, everyone!