Tippecanoe Arts Federation Calendar
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Downtown Lafayette - West Lafayette Events Calendar
FEBRUARY
through February 10, 2012
TAF Exhibit — Various Media/State of Mind: Recent Work by SJC Art Students & Faculty. Various Media/DNGRPXL-J. Noah Mattern and Various Media/Printmaking Plus by Tuesday Night Inkers. Reception Friday, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Regular gallery hours. www.tippecanoearts.org

through March 18, 2012
Art Museum Exhibit — Indiana Realities: Regionalist Painting 1930-1945 from the Robert F. & Ellen E. Haan Collection-Trading Spaces: Exchanged Collections of African American Art with Purdue University Black Cultural Center-Indiana Artists: Haan Gifts to the Permanent Collection-Almost Like Being in Love: Exploring the Art of Romance. Opening Reception January 20, 2012, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Regular gallery hours. www.artlafayette.org

February 3, 2012
YWCA Huddle Up Family Game Night Includes board games, football toss, popcorn and snacks. No charge and open to public from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. www.ywca.org

February 3, 2012
Lollipop ConcertBring the whole family as the LSO presents two musical stories! Prokofiev's Peter and the Wolf and Saint Saens Carnival of the Animals will lead children all ages through a whimsical exploration of the instruments in the orchestra. Plus before the concert join in for the Instrument Petting Zoo where you'll have the chance to touch and try many of the instruments in the orchestra! 7:00 p.m., Long Center for the Performing Arts. www.lafayettesymphony.org

February 3, 2012
Dare to Bear? Polar Bear Skate — 8th annual "Polar Bear Skate" where brave and hearty participates have the opportunity to celebrate winter and welcome in the New Year by skating in a bathing suit. That's right, we are going to "bear" it all, well down to the bathing suits at least.
7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Location: Riverside Skating Center
100 Tapawingo Drive N., West Lafayette

February 3 through 5, 2012
Rabbit Hole — Becca and Howie Corbett have everything a family could want, until a life-shattering accident turns their world upside down and leaves the couple drifting perilously apart. RABBIT HOLE charts their bittersweet search for comfort in the darkest of places and for a path that will lead them back into the light of day. Friday & Saturday at 7:30 p.m. with a Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m. www.lafayettecivic.com

February 3, 2012
Super StrollLive music will be found in the Downtown in the following venues; Black Sparrow, Knickbocker, Lafayette Theater and Sgt. Prestons of the North. A $5 wristband gains admission to all four venues. Muse will host a Lady Gaga impersonator (see below), $7 admission/$5 with wristband. Purchase a wrist band at any venue. 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. download flyer

February 3 and 4, 2012
Lady Gaga Monster Ball Super Bowl Party — The Muse invites you to the best Lady Gaga impersonator in the country. The Muse is a venue for arts and entertainment and home of the Belly Dancing Bartenders and Dancing hosts. 10:00 p.m. www.themusevenue.com

February 3, 2012
Super SaturdayThere will be live music at Main Street Wine & Cheese, Pre, Lafayette Brewing Company, Lala Gallery and DT Kirby's. All venues will be all-ages so bring the whole family downtown to eat, shop and listen to great music. No admission fees. 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. download flyer

February 4, 2012
Home Arts Sampler/Wabash Weaver Guild — Sample pioneer crafts. See a loom in action, practice card weaving and create a cross-stitch design. Learn what it was like to live in a pioneer home. 3:00 p.m. Tippecanoe Co. Public Library, 627 South Street, Lafayette. www.tcpl.lib.in.us

February 4, 2012
Madonna Hard Candy Celebration — To commemorate Madonna in the Super Bowl, The Muse invites you out to the pre-Super Bowl Madonna celebration. Madonna impersonator, Summer Madonna and the Muse entertain you throughout the night for a variety show. Contest for the best Madonna look alike and Best Madonna ex look alike a Sean Penn or Guy Ritchie. Giveaways, prizes, and more. DJs spinning Madonna and retro music all night long. 8:00 p.m. The Muse, 323 Columbia Street, Lafayette. www.themusevenue.com

February 4, 2012
YWCA Huddle Up Family Game Night — Includes board games, football toss, popcorn and snacks.
6:00 to 8:00 p.m. www.ywca.org

February 8, 2012
Steven Curtis Chapman's Songs & Stories Tour — Spring 2012 Songs and Stories Tour with Steven Curtis Chapman, Andrew Peterson & Josh Wilson. 7:00 p.m. Long Center for the Performing Arts. http://stevencurtischapman.com/

February 9, 2012
Lunch Time Talk at the Art Museum — Christian Foster speaks about "A novice's Experience with African Art. Starts at noon. www.artlafayette.org

February 9, 2012
Friends of Bob presents Nellie McKay — "A brilliant, zany film-noir musical biography" raves The New York Times about Nellie McKay's new cabaret show, "I Want to Live!," inspired by the 1958 movie of the same name that won Susan Hayward an Oscar playing the convicted murderess Barbara Graham. "I Want to Live!," combines Nellie McKay's unlimited gifts as a singer, songwriter, actress, pianist, ukulele player, mimic, satirist and comedian into a show that is much deeper than its surface might suggest. Joined by a stellar band, McKay combines period tunes with original tunes and more for a stunning night of theater. 7:30 p.m., doors open at 7:00 p.m. Duncan Hall. www.friends-of-bob.org

February 10, 2012
An Evening with Vassily Primakov — After two performances with the Lafayette Symphony Orchestra, Russian pianist, Vassily Primakov returns to the Long Center stage with a solo evening of Shurbert, Schumann, and Chopin. 7:30 p.m., Long Center for the Performing Arts. www.longcentertheater.com

February 10 through 14, 2012
Mushy Valentine Storytime — Roses are red. Violets are blue. Our Valentine stories include old favorites, mushy, and new! Klondike site 2-10 at 4:00 p.m., Campus site 2-14 at 2:00 p.m. and Downtown site 02-14 at 4:00 p.m. All locations. www.tcpl.lib.in.us

February 15, 2012
YWCA Network Luncheon — "To Lend or Not to Lend: Finding a Way to Perpetuate Public Libraries." Speaker: Jos Holman, Director of the Tippecanoe Co. Public Library. In 10-15 years, will you or the community need the public library? Public libraries of the future will need to "change and roll with the times." Before the prophesied and anticipated demise of the public library, learn more about the role of public libraries in our community. 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. www.ywca.org

February 16, 2012
Jewelry Making — Join us for some fun and funky jewelry-making projects. We provide the materials. You provide the creativity. Make a gift or something for yourself. (teens)
7:00 p.m., Tippecanoe Co. Public Library. www.tcpl.lib.in.us

February 17 through April 28, 2012
Studios 635 Exhibition — This exhibition focuses on the history of 635 Ferry Street and local landmarks. Opening reception on Feb. 17th from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. The exhibition will include paintings, pottery, jewelry and more.
Regular gallery hours, Juxtapose Art Gallery, 635 Ferry Street. www.juxtaposeartandyou.com

February 17, 2012
Winter Music Gala — Five concert bands. Two orchestras. Three exciting concerts: Purdue Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band, Varsity, Collegiate and Purdue Concert Bands. Purdue Philharmonic and Symphony Orchestras with guest pianist Greg Kostraba. Friday & Saturday 8:00 p.m., Sunday 2:30 p.m., Long Center for the Performing Arts. www.purdue.edu/bands

February 17 through 19, 2012
Civic Youth Theatre Presents: Miss Nelson is Missing — The kids in Room 207 are the wildest, most rambunctious class in the entire elementary school. Their sweet teacher Miss Nelson doesn't know what to do. Poor Miss Nelson is out of ideas, when suddenly she has a plan. The next day, the children arrive in class to find Miss Nelson has been replaced by Viola Swamp, the substitute no child ever wants to meet. This hilarious classic follows Miss Swamp as she uses her idea of tough love to control the class, as well as the children's attempts to find Miss Nelson before it's too late for all of them. Friday & Saturday at 7:30 p.m. with a Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m. www.lafayettecivic.com

February 17 through March 23, 2012
TAF Exhibit — Youth Art Exhibit. Various Media-Children in kindergarten through 8th grade of Tippecanoe and surrounding areas. Reception Fri. 6 :00 - 8:00 p.m.
Regular gallery hours. www.tippecanoearts.org

February 18, 2012
Pioneer School: Freetown Village — "Learning ain't always been easy. Learning ain't always been free.!" Meet schoolteacher Matilda Addison of Freetown Village. Listen as she describes how life was before freedom, when many folks couldn't read or write, and it was against the law for slaves to be educated. Experience living history in this program by Freetown Village. 3:00 p.m., Tippecanoe Co. Public Library. www.tcpl.lib.in.us

February 25, 2012
Pioneer Pastimes & Stories / Tippecanoe Storytellers' Guild — How did families have fun before television and video games? Hear pioneer tales and experience homespun fun with performers from the Tippecanoe Storytellers' Guild. 3:00 p.m., Tippecanoe Co. Public Library. www.tcpl.lib.in.us

February 25, 2012
Winter Dance Party — A Tribute to Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper, and Ritchie Valens, performed by John Mueller, J P Richardson, and Ray Anthony. A rockin' evening of fun music. 7:00 p.m. www.longcentertheater.com

Feb 26, 2012
Tippecanoe Chamber Music Society Concert — Molzart's Horn Quintet and the E flat Viola Quintet K.614; Dvorak's Terzetto. 3:00 p.m. Duncan Hall, 619 Ferry Street, Lafayette. www.tippecanoechambermusic.org
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MARCH
through March 18, 2012
Art Museum Exhibit — Indiana Realities: Regionalist Painting 1930-1945 from the Robert F. & Ellen E. Haan Collection-Trading Spaces: Exchanged Collections of African American Art with Purdue University Black Cultural Center-Indiana Artists: Haan Gifts to the Permanent Collection-Almost Like Being in Love: Exploring the Art of Romance. Opening Reception January 20, 2012, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Regular gallery hours. www.artlafayette.org

through March 23, 2012
TAF Exhibit — Youth Art Exhibit. Various Media-Children in kindergarten through 8th grade of Tippecanoe and surrounding areas. Regular gallery hours. www.tippecanoearts.org

through April 28, 2012
Studios 635 Exhibition — This exhibition focuses on the history of 635 Ferry Street and local landmarks. Opening reception on Feb. 17th from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. The exhibition will include paintings, pottery, jewelry and more.
Regular gallery hours, Juxtapose Art Gallery, 635 Ferry Street. www.juxtaposeartandyou.com

March 2—4, 2012
Red Hot and Cole — A scintillating mixture of biography and song, "Red Hot and Cole" celebrates the great American songwriter who brought style, elegance and sophistication to the stages and soundstages of Broadway and Hollywood, delighting the world with his devilishly clever rhymes, fresh and unexpected melodies and sassy, sexy sensibility. Friday & Saturday at 7:30 p.m. with a Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m. www.lafayettecivic.com

March 3, 2012
Magic from the Movies — A night at the symphony becomes a night at the movies. The LSO welcomes guest conductor Robert Baldwin in this concert featuring music from great films including "Harry Potter", The Wizard of Oz", "Pirates of the Caribbean", and more!
7:30 p.m., Long Center for the Performing Arts. www.longcentertheater.com

March 6, 2012
YWCA Salute to Women Banquet — The YWCA honors outstanding local women and showcases their achievements at the annual Salute to Women Banquet. This is an evening event featuring dinner and presentation of awards to several Women of Distinction and a Woman of Innovation. The Mary Keller Ade Woman of Wisdom Award also is presented if a deserving candidate is identified in the selection process.
5:30 p.m. Location: Four Points by Sheraton (previously University Plaza Hotel), 1600 Cumberland Avenue
West Lafayette.
www.ywca.org

March 9—11, 2012
Red Hot and Cole — A scintillating mixture of biography and song, "Red Hot and Cole" celebrates the great American songwriter who brought style, elegance and sophistication to the stages and soundstages of Broadway and Hollywood, delighting the world with his devilishly clever rhymes, fresh and unexpected melodies and sassy, sexy sensibility. Friday & Saturday at 7:30 p.m. with a Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m. www.lafayettecivic.com

March 16 & 17, 2012
Christus Homines — Drama Troupe Performance. Friday and Saturday evening at 7:00 p.m. with a Saturday mantinee at 2:00 p.m., Long Center for the Performing Arts. www.longcentertheater.com

March 16—18, 2012
Red Hot and Cole — A scintillating mixture of biography and song, "Red Hot and Cole" celebrates the great American songwriter who brought style, elegance and sophistication to the stages and soundstages of Broadway and Hollywood, delighting the world with his devilishly clever rhymes, fresh and unexpected melodies and sassy, sexy sensibility. Friday & Saturday at 7:30 p.m. with a Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m. www.lafayettecivic.com

March 17, 2012
Celebration of Laud: The Glory of Gabrieli — Bach Chorale Singers will commemorate the 400th anniversary of the death of composer Giovanni Gabrieli in the ultimate surround sound concert experience! 7:30 p.m., St. Boniface Church, 318 N. 9th Street, Lafayette. www.bachchorale.org

March 21, 2012
YWCA Network Luncheon — "A No-So-New But Often Overlooked Strategy for Enabling Young People to Become Healthy Adults." Speaker: Betty Memmer will focus on why sexuality education for young people is essential and will describe the key role that parents, schools, faith-based organizations and other trusted adults play in providing on-going communication with youth about sexuality topics.
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. www.ywca.org

March 30 through April 1, 2012
Civic Youth Theatre Presents: Pride & Prejudice — When an independent-minded Elizabeth meets the handsome but enigmatic Mr. Darcy, she is determined not to let her feelings triumph over her own good sense--but the truth turns out to be slipperier than it seems. In a society where subtle snubs and deceit proliferate, is it possible for Elizabeth and Darcy to look beyond his pride and her prejudice, and to make the best match of all. Friday & Saturday at 7:30 p.m. with a Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m. www.lafayettecivic.com

March 30 through May 4, 2012
TAF Exhibit: Tippecanus REX 2-End of Days — Various Media/Collaboration with Purdue University Galleries. Reception Friday, March 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. Regular gallery hours. www.tippecanoearts.org
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APRIL
through April 1, 2012
Civic Youth Theatre Presents: Pride & Prejudice — When an independent-minded Elizabeth meets the handsome but enigmatic Mr. Darcy, she is determined not to let her feelings triumph over her own good sense--but the truth turns out to be slipperier than it seems. In a society where subtle snubs and deceit proliferate, is it possible for Elizabeth and Darcy to look beyond his pride and her prejudice, and to make the best match of all. Friday & Saturday at 7:30 p.m. with a Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m. www.lafayettecivic.com

through April 28, 2012
Studios 635 Exhibition — This exhibition focuses on the history of 635 Ferry Street and local landmarks. Opening reception on Feb. 17th from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. The exhibition will include paintings, pottery, jewelry and more.
Regular gallery hours, Juxtapose Art Gallery, 635 Ferry Street. www.juxtaposeartandyou.com

through May 4, 2012
TAF Exhibit: Tippecanus REX 2-End of Days — Various Media/Collaboration with Purdue University Galleries. Reception Friday, March 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. Regular gallery hours. www.tippecanoearts.org

April 3 through 28, 2012
Art Museum Exhibit — High School Art Teachers Invitational/New Artists. Showing pieces of the emerging young artists from the Lafayette - West Lafayette area.
Regular gallery hours. www.artlafayette.org

April 5, 2012
Passion Play — Faith Church presents this Easter play. Thursday and Friday at 7:00 p.m. & Saturday at 2:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., Long Center for the Performing Arts. www.faithlafayette.org

April 10, 2012
Art League Luncheon — Luncheon and comments from Ying Larimore, Battle Ground Middle School Art Teacher. 11:30 a.m., www.artlafayette.org

April 14, 2012
Chaconne Fantastique — Lafayette's own Chaconne Klaverenga premieres an original guitar concerto by Rene Schiffer. Chaconne began studying guitar at age 6 and began performing solo concerts and competing internationally in classical guitar at age 14. To date, she holds 12 national and international championship titles, seven of which are first place finishes. 7:30 p.m., Long Center for the Performing Arts. www.lafayettesymphony.org

April 15, 2012
Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters — Purdue Convocations presents the Dallas Children's Theater. Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters lets the splendor of Zimbabwe and the ethnic essence of African customs burst forth from the stage. The story is enhanced with authentic African drumming, majestic choreography, and memorable original music. 3:00 p.m. at the Long Center for the Performing Arts, 111 N. 6th Street, Lafayette. www.purdue.edu/convocations

April 18, 2012
YWCA Network Luncheon — "A Woman Who Served...Dorothy C. Stratton." Speaker: Sally Watlington will speak about the career and times of Purdue University's first full-time Dean of Women in 1933 until present day. Our U.S. Coast Guard will commission a ship named in her honor on March 24, 2012 as the first woman commissioned and named Director of Women in the Coast Guard (SPARS) during WWII. www.ywca.org

April 19, 2012
Clay Bowl Giving Project — Hundreds of beautiful clay bowls are on display at this annual event, and you get to take one home! Join us for lunch or dinner provided by Puccini's and choose your special bowl. Proceeds benefit the YWCA Domestic Violence Intervention & Prevention Program. Lunch served from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and Dinner served from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. www.ywca.org

April 20, 2012
Young Director's Project — Two to three one-act plays directed by three Civic Youth Theatre young directors. This showcase gives our youth an opportunity to spread their wings and direct a show of their choosing. Friday & Saturday 7:30 p.m., Sunday 2:30 p.m. www.lafayettecivic.com

April 21, 2012
Purdette's Spring Spectacular — The Purduettes end their season with a concert of music from their entire year. 7:30 p.m. at the Long Center for the Performing Arts, 111 N. 6th Street, Lafayette. www.purdue.edu/pmo

April 28, 2012
Amazing Race Lafayette—West Lafayette — Urban adventure race for teams of two from "Hilltop to Hilltop" throughout Greater Lafayette. The " A Race" is a four person family event for kids 5-11 and a parent that will coincide with Amazing Race Lafayette-West Lafayette. This is a fundraising event to benefit New Community School.
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Riehle Plaza, Lafayette on 2nd Street. http://ncsamazingrace.com

April 29, 2012
Celebration of Longing: Mass of the Children — Bach Chorale Prelude, Concert, Youth Choirs and Bach Chorale Ensemble. This concert celebrates the beauty of children's voices by giving them an integral role in this large-scale work set for adult chorus, soloists, orchestra, and children's choir. 4:00 p.m., First Baptist Church, 411 N. 7th Street, Lafayette. www.bachchorale.org
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MAY
through May 4, 2012
TAF Exhibit: Tippecanus REX 2-End of Days — Various Media/Collaboration with Purdue University Galleries. Reception Friday, March 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. Regular gallery hours. www.tippecanoearts.org

May 5, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

May 5, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

May 11, 2012
Gallery Walk — Various venues open downtown, featuring original art, live music and refreshments. Horse-drawn carriage rides, weather permitting. All venues are free and open to the public. Pick up a map at any participating venue. 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. www.tippecanoearts.org

May 11 through June 15, 2012
TAF Exhibit — Mixed Media on Paper, Clay by Joni Heide: Untitled, Various Media by James Binkley: Pictures from Pictures, and Arts Quilts & Mixed Media Paintings by Sylvia Whitesides: Diversions. Reception Friday, May 11 from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Regular gallery hours. www.tippecanoearts.org

May 11—13, 2012
Tartuffe or the Impostor
Oron's family is up in arms because Orgon and his mother have fallen under the influence of Tartuffe, a pious fraud (and a vagrant prior to Orgon's help).

May 12, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

May 12, 2012
Mosey for the Arts — A free street fair along Main Street featuring live music, craft vendors, food entertainment and social agencies. Family Friendly! 6:00 p.m. to Midnight. Contact Ken McCammon, 765-714-4844

May 12, 2012
Purdue Varsity Glee Club "End of Season Concert" — The men of the Glee Club end their year with a concert featuring repertoire from their entire season. 7:30 p.m., Long Center for the Performing Arts. www.purdue.edu/pmo

May 12, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

May 16, 2012
YWCA Network Luncheon — "An Insider's View of Tourism in Lafayette-West Lafayette." Speaker: Jo Wade, President of the L WL CVB, will share information about the Super Bowl 2012 wrap up and tourism activities this summer and fall. Plus you will learn about the number of travelers to the Lafayette-West Lafayette community, the visitor demographics and how we market our community. 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. www.ywca.org

May 19, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

May 19, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

May 25, 2012
Tartuffe or the Impostor — Orgon's family is up in arms because Orgon and his mother have fallen under the influence of Tartuffe, a pious fraud (and a vagrant prior to Orgon's help). Friday & Saturday at 7:30 p.m. with a Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m. www.lafayettecivic.com

May 26, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

May 26, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

May 26, 2012
Round the Fountain Art Fair — One of the best one-day outdoor art shows in the Midwest. Featuring paintings, sculptures, pottery, photography, prints, jewelry and other media. 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Courthouse Square. www.roundthefountain.org
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JUNE
through June 15, 2012
TAF Exhibit — Mixed Media on Paper, Clay by Joni Heide: Untitled, Various Media by James Binkley: Pictures from Pictures, and Arts Quilts & Mixed Media Paintings by Sylvia Whitesides: Diversions. Reception Friday, May 11 from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Regular gallery hours. www.tippecanoearts.org

June 2, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

June 2, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

June 8, 9 & 10, 2012
Red, White and Tuna — The much anticipated third installment in the Tuna trilogy takes the audience through another satirical ride into the hearts and minds of the polyester-clad citizens of Texas' third smallest town. Friday & Saturday at 7:30 p.m. with a Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m. www.lafayettecivic.com

June 9, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

June 9, 2012
Mosey Down Main Street — A free street fair along Main Street featuring ive music, craft vendors, food, entertainment, and social agencies. Family friendly. 6:00 p.m. to Midnight. www.moseydownmain.com

June 9, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

June 15, 16 & 17, 2012
Red, White and Tuna — The much anticipated third installment in the Tuna trilogy takes the audience through another satirical ride into the hearts and minds of the polyester-clad citizens of Texas' third smallest town. Friday & Saturday at 7:30 p.m. with a Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m. www.lafayettecivic.com

June 16, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

June 16, 2012
Taste of Tippecanoe — Features live music on multiple stages, food booths by local restaurants, fireworks, children's activity area and beer and wine gardens. A Taste of Tippecanoe is the major fun-raising event for the Tippecanoe Arts Federation. 4:00 p.m. to Midnight. www.tasteoftippecanoe.org

June 16, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

June 22, 23 & 24, 2012
Red, White and Tuna — The much anticipated third installment in the Tuna trilogy takes the audience through another satirical ride into the hearts and minds of the polyester-clad citizens of Texas' third smallest town. Friday & Saturday at 7:30 p.m. with a Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m. www.lafayettecivic.com

June 22 through July 27, 2012
TAF Exhibit — Clay/Pottery by Wabash Valley Potters: Feet of Clay, Oil Paintings by Abbie Parmele: Theatre in the Sky, and Mixed Media by Julia Berry: Recycled Art: Playing with Light & Color. Reception Friday the 22nd, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Regular gallery hours. www.tippecanoearts.org

June 23, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

June 23, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

June 30, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

June 30, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com
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JULY
July 4, 2012
Stars & Stripes Celebration — Annual festive fourth concert by Lafayette Citizens Band. Followed by fireworks at dusk.

July 7, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

July 7, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

July 13, 2012
Gallery Walk — Various venues open downtown, featuring original art, live music and refreshments. Trolley operating between locations. Horse-drawn carriage rides, weather permitting. All venues are free and open to the public. Pick up a map at any participating venue. 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. www.tippecanoearts.org

July 14, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

July 14, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

July 14, 2012
Wabash Riverfest — Annual festival on the Banks of Wabash River featuring boat races, craft booths, entertainment and food. 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Tapawingo Park.

July 14, 2012
Mosey Down Main Street — A free street fair along Main Street featuring ive music, craft vendors, food, entertainment, and social agencies. Family friendly. 6:00 p.m. to Midnight. www.moseydownmain.com

July 21, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

July 21, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

July 21, 2012
Dancing in the Streets — This event has it all; three stages of live music, classic car show, cruise-in and more. 4:00 p.m. to Midnight, Riehle Plaza over the pedestrian bridge and Tapawingo Park. www.dancinginthestreets.net

July 28, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

July 28, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

Downtown Lafayette - West Lafayette Events Calendar
AUGUST
August 3 through September 7, 2012
TAF Exhibit — Various Media by Newton & Jasper County Artists: Under Indiana Skies: The Rural Artist, Transparent Watercolor by Rebecca Brody: A Light Hand, and Ceramic by Mike Swaim: Industrial Exploration in Clay. Regular gallery hours. www.tippecanoearts.org

August 4, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

August 4, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

August 11, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

August 11, 2012
Mosey for the Arts — A free street fair along Main Street featuring ive music, craft vendors, food, entertainment, and social agencies. Family friendly. 6:00 p.m. to Midnight. www.moseydownmain.com

August 11, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

August 18, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

August 18, 2012
OUTfest 2012 — A fun, family-friendly street festival celebrating lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex community (LGBTI). OUTfest, Lafayette’s annual pride festival, hosted by Pride Lafayette, aims to increase public awareness of the LGBTI community in Lafayette and beyond, brings attention to LGBTI issues, provides resources and celebrates diversity. 4:00 p.m. to Midnight, Main Street from 6th Street to 11th Street. www.pridelafayette.org

August 18, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

August 25, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

August 25, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

August 25, 2012
Uptown Jazz & Blues Festival — Three stages of continuous live Jazz & Blues music, dancing, food, beer and wine. 4:00 p.m. to Midnight. www.uptownjazzandblues.com

August 31, 2012
Boiler Up at the Boiler Bridge Walk — Join loyal fans as we rally with the team before the Boilermaker home football games. Lead by "special marshals", a Purdue pep band, Purdue Pete, Purdue cheerleaders and the Boilermaker Special. The football team will cross the bridge to the cheers of young and old. Weekly marshals, chosen from local youth groups, will huddle with the team and join the walk across the bridge. Put a face with a name, as the players will be wearing their jerseys for this up close and personal event. As they cross the bridge, players will have special giveaway items from local businesses for fans lining the way. 5:45 p.m., The John Myers Pedestrian Bridge, West Lafayette side of bridge.
Downtown Lafayette - West Lafayette Events Calendar

SEPTEMBER
through September 7, 2012
TAF Exhibit — Various Media by Newton & Jasper County Artists: Under Indiana Skies: The Rural Artist, Transparent Watercolor by Rebecca Brody: A Light Hand, and Ceramic by Mike Swaim: Industrial Exploration in Clay. Regular gallery hours. www.tippecanoearts.org

September 1, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

September 1, 2012
Global Fest — Celebration of West Lafayette's many cultures. Ethnic food, imported handcrafts, free entertainment and cultural booths. 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Morton Community Center. www.westlafayette.in.gov

September 1, 2012
Mosey Down Main Street — A free street fair along Main Street featuring ive music, craft vendors, food, entertainment, and social agencies. Family friendly. 6:00 p.m. to Midnight. www.moseydownmain.com

September 1, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

September 8, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

September 8, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

September 14, 2012
Boiler Up at the Boiler Bridge Walk — Join loyal fans as we rally with the team before the Boilermaker home football games. Lead by "special marshals", a Purdue pep band, Purdue Pete, Purdue cheerleaders and the Boilermaker Special. The football team will cross the bridge to the cheers of young and old. Weekly marshals, chosen from local youth groups, will huddle with the team and join the walk across the bridge. Put a face with a name, as the players will be wearing their jerseys for this up close and personal event. As they cross the bridge, players will have special giveaway items from local businesses for fans lining the way. 5:45 p.m., The John Myers Pedestrian Bridge, West Lafayette side of bridge.

September 14, 2012
Gallery Walk — Various venues open downtown, featuring original art, live music and refreshments. Trolley operating between locations. Horse-drawn carriage rides, weather permitting. All venues are free and open to the public. Pick up a map at any participating venue. 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. www.tippecanoearts.org

September 14 through October 19, 2012
TAF Exhibit — Various Media by Laura Greene, Heather Vanderkleed & Sara Vanderkleed: The Art of Connecting, Oil on Board by Anglea Lister: Transient, and Clay & Mixed Media by Linda LeMar: New Figurative Work. Reception Friday the 14th, 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Regular gallery hours. www.tippecanoearts.org

September 15, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

September 15, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

September 16, 2012
Art on the Wabash — Annual local juried artist fair. Artists from a 15 county area offer pottery, glass, painting, carvings, jewelry and more. On the banks of the Wabash River...a very nice scenic landscape for this outdoor show.
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Tapawingo Park. www.artonthewabash.com

September 22, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

September 22, 2012
Starry Night Music Festival — Annual street festival heavy on music, art, social issues, conversations and a really good time. It is a venue for artistic and creative expression and participation that includes music, art & marketplace. 6:30 p.m., Chauncey Village on the corner of Northwestern Avenue and State Street. www.starrynightfestival.com

September 22, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

September 29, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

September 29, 2012
Trolley Tour — Tour of Lafayette on the CityBus trolley. The tour departs from 5th and Main streets in downtown Lafayette at 9:40 and 10:40 a.m. The volunteer guide will narrate a 50 minute fact-filled tour of Lafayette and West Lafayette. www.gocitybus.com

Downtown Lafayette - West Lafayette Events Calendar
OCTOBER
through October 19, 2012
TAF Exhibit — Various Media by Laura Greene, Heather Vanderkleed & Sara Vanderkleed: The Art of Connecting, Oil on Board by Anglea Lister: Transient, and Clay & Mixed Media by Linda LeMar: New Figurative Work. Regular gallery hours. www.tippecanoearts.org

October 5, 2012
Boiler Up at the Boiler Bridge Walk — Join loyal fans as we rally with the team before the Boilermaker home football games. Lead by "special marshals", a Purdue pep band, Purdue Pete, Purdue cheerleaders and the Boilermaker Special. The football team will cross the bridge to the cheers of young and old. Weekly marshals, chosen from local youth groups, will huddle with the team and join the walk across the bridge. Put a face with a name, as the players will be wearing their jerseys for this up close and personal event. As they cross the bridge, players will have special giveaway items from local businesses for fans lining the way. 5:45 p.m., The John Myers Pedestrian Bridge, West Lafayette side of bridge.

October 6, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

October 12, 2012
Boiler Up at the Boiler Bridge Walk — Join loyal fans as we rally with the team before the Boilermaker home football games. Lead by "special marshals", a Purdue pep band, Purdue Pete, Purdue cheerleaders and the Boilermaker Special. The football team will cross the bridge to the cheers of young and old. Weekly marshals, chosen from local youth groups, will huddle with the team and join the walk across the bridge. Put a face with a name, as the players will be wearing their jerseys for this up close and personal event. As they cross the bridge, players will have special giveaway items from local businesses for fans lining the way. 5:45 p.m., The John Myers Pedestrian Bridge, West Lafayette side of bridge.

October 13, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

October 20, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com

October 26 through November 30, 2012
TAF Exhibit — Watercolor by Wabash Valley Watercolor Society: WVWS Annual Juried Exhibition, Patel & Oil Pastel by Denise Hiestand: Shapes on Paper, and Mixed Media by Jennifer Reitmeyer: Light Revealing Nature's Design. Reception Friday the 26th, 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Regular gallery hours. www.tippecanoearts.org

October 27, 2012
Downtown Farmers Market — Fresh garden vegetables, fruits, flowers, baked goods, crafts, honey, jams and jellies.
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Downtown on 5th Street between Main and Columbia Streets. www.lafayettefarmersmarket.com
Downtown Lafayette - West Lafayette Events Calendar
NOVEMBER
November 2, 2012
Boiler Up at the Boiler Bridge Walk — Join loyal fans as we rally with the team before the Boilermaker home football games. Lead by "special marshals", a Purdue pep band, Purdue Pete, Purdue cheerleaders and the Boilermaker Special. The football team will cross the bridge to the cheers of young and old. Weekly marshals, chosen from local youth groups, will huddle with the team and join the walk across the bridge. Put a face with a name, as the players will be wearing their jerseys for this up close and personal event. As they cross the bridge, players will have special giveaway items from local businesses for fans lining the way. 5:45 p.m., The John Myers Pedestrian Bridge, West Lafayette side of bridge.

November 23, 2012
Boiler Up at the Boiler Bridge Walk — Join loyal fans as we rally with the team before the Boilermaker home football games. Lead by "special marshals", a Purdue pep band, Purdue Pete, Purdue cheerleaders and the Boilermaker Special. The football team will cross the bridge to the cheers of young and old. Weekly marshals, chosen from local youth groups, will huddle with the team and join the walk across the bridge. Put a face with a name, as the players will be wearing their jerseys for this up close and personal event. As they cross the bridge, players will have special giveaway items from local businesses for fans lining the way. 5:45 p.m., The John Myers Pedestrian Bridge, West Lafayette side of bridge.
Downtown Lafayette - West Lafayette Events Calendar
DECEMBER

December 1, 2012
Dickens of a Christmas — Enjoy a day where Downtown is transformed into Victorian England. Throughout the day, there will be live performances by choirs and entertainers, roving carolers, Holiday Farmers Market, Riverside Skating Rink sessions, artisans in costume demonstrating their craft, carriage rides, and of course the Dickens and Victorian street characters announced and directed by town criers and a constable or two! Make sure you take advantage of the many "Dickens specials" by downtown restaurants and merchants. 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. www.dickensofachristmas.com

December 2, 2012
Christmas Parade — Largest holiday parade in Indiana starts the holiday season...area bands, local floats, clowns, fire engines, police, postal workers and of course, Santa are welcomed by the crowds. Several pre-parade events scheduled downtown throughout the day. Parade starts at 2:00 p.m. Starts at 10th & Main streets, Lafayette across river ending at Levee Plaza. www.lafayettewestlafayettechristmasparade.com

December 22, 23 & 24, 2012
9th Street Hill Luminaria — Take a drive along Historic Ninth Street Hill to find over 500 candles lining the streets of historic homes. 6:00 p.m. each evening, weather permitting. Ninth Street Historic District, 9th Street (from South Street to Kossuth Street), Lafayette. www.ninthstreethill.org