The Arts Federation

Gallery Opening at TAF

Opening Reception: August 4, 6 - 8 pm

Exhibitions on view: August 4 - 25

Join us for the opening of three new exhibitions. Jimmy Frezza’s exhibition “Kinetic Mimetic” in the Mary Ellen Lovell Gallery, Luke Gumaelius’s exhibition “The Saturated Self” in the Wabash National Gallery, and Leanne McGiveron’s exhibit “Antarctica: Anticipating The Adventure” in the Robert B. & Patricia Peyton Truitt Gallery. 

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Art Museum of Greater Lafayette

July Friday Night Live

July 28, 2023, 07:00 PM

Art Museum of Greater Lafayette

Booze Hounds Bluegrass is a three-piece outfit formed with Eric Lee Reel in 2017. In 2021, Alec Bohuk joined the band, and in 2022 Taylor Christine completed their new sound. Reel plays lead guitar and sings most of their songs, Bohuk plays the mandolin, and Christine plays stand-up bass and sings harmony and some lead.

Booze Hounds’ sound consists of traditional bluegrass tunes, Grateful Dead covers, original songs, and everything in between. They play breweries and wineries in central Indiana but are looking to expand and are excited to perform at the Art Museum of Greater Lafayette!

Thanks to our sponsor, Duke Energy, admission to Friday Night Live is free.

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Opening Reception

August 25, 2023, 06:00 PM

Art Museum of Greater Lafayette

On August 25th, the Art Museum of Greater Lafayette will be celebrating the opening of three new exhibitions; "Visible Silence" by Amy Kirchner, "Out of Bounds" by DeCarlo Logan, both opening August 25th and Indigenous Abstracts: From Alaska to the Pueblo Southwest: Works from our Permanent Collection, which opens in the Weil Gallery on July 22nd. Join us in celebrating the opening of these shows! The event will include light refreshments and artist comments. You don't want to miss it! Admission is free.

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Artists' Own

"Vas"

Opening Reception: July 21, 6:00 - 9:00 pm

Exhibition on view: July 21 - September 9

‘Vas’ brings the ceramic alternative firing techniques of Artists’ Own members: Diana Couk May, Angi Peterson, and guest artist Jacob Chambers. This exhibit’s trio of ceramic artists explores many new and exciting alternative firing techniques. The creative vas forms and the unknown surface results from fire and smoke will amaze and delight the viewer. Refreshments will be served at the reception. Come check out this amazing show and join the artists and members during Gallery Walk; this show will run through September 9th. Reception: July 21, 6:00 - 9:00 pm, in conjunction with the July Gallery Walk.

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Athens Arts Gallery

Tom Slack Opening

August 3, 2023, 10:00 AM

Athens Arts Gallery, Crawfordsville, IN

August 3 - 31 - Featured Artist Tom Slack

August 10, 1-3 or 6-8 - Class on Alcohol Inks

Save the Date - Sept. 16 - [untitled 3.0]

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Audrey Johnson

We've Come a Long Way, Ladies! A Musical Celebration of the

Women's Suffrage Movement

August 19, 2024, 12:00 PM

Indy Eleven Theatre, 719 E Clair Street, Indianapolis, IN

"Engaging, entertaining, and educational!" -Mary Anthrop, award-winning Indiana educator and historian

Audrey Johnson and Of Thee I Sing are thrilled to return to IndyFringe with the Women's Suffrage program that has been educating and entertaining audiences through Indiana and across the country with support from The Arts Federation, the Indiana Arts Commission, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

The unique combination of historical music and images, costumes, and audience participation makes this a show unlike any other. 

Of Thee I Sing subscribers receive a code for $5 off tickets. 

Can't wait to see you there!

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Bekki Canine

Reimagined Journeys

August 19, 2023, 01:00 PM

Frankfort Public Library

Reception and performances at 1 pm in the Galleries of the Frankfort Public Library, Frankfort, Indiana.

Reimagined Journeys is a multidisciplinary art collaboration organized by Lafayette artist Bekki Canine. A musician, painter, and poets combine talents to create a multifaceted exhibit engaging the theme of journeys. At this exhibit, you can view the paintings of Bekki Canine along with poems by Kanika Ahuja, JK Anowe, and Logan February. At the reception, you will experience live poetry readings by Logan February and the performance of an original musical interpretation by musician Sheeza. 

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Blue Moon Rising

New Choir Session Begins!

Starts August 22nd

Wells Community Cultural Center

If you're looking for something to add a positive boost to your week - and your life - consider becoming part of Blue Moon Rising, a fun and friendly singing community. Led by Denise Wilson, Blue Moon Rising is comprised of people who are new to the exploration of their voices as well as seasoned singers. There are no auditions and all voices are welcome. The only requirements are an enthusiasm for singing and a a desire to help create a welcoming space for all.

We sing many styles of song, but we return often to songs that lead us towards peace, justice and a deeper connection with ourselves, those around us, and the Earth that sustains us.  

Newcomers are invited to explore the choir at the first two practices on Aug. 22 and 29 before deciding to continue. To register or ask questions, contact Denise Wilson.

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Catherine Moran

MEET MAKE LEARN

August 10, 2023, 02:00

West Lafayette Public Library, Creative Lab

Meet new people, make cool stuff, and learn new skills at the West Lafayette Public Library in the Creativity Lab with people like you – people who like to make things with their hands, share ideas and skills, and socialize while their hands are busy. Even if you don't have a current project, drop in and be inspired.

Chapel Gallery 

Nancy Hathaway 

321 West Main Delphi, Indiana

Exhibition up all August



Watercolor artist Nancy Hathaway exhibits new work. This show represents watercolors created by Nancy Hathaway between 2018 – 2023,

inspired by the rhythms of nature. The sunlight touching a flower, and the wind rustling a leaf – that which informs “where” we live – are celebrated in these paintings.

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Civic Players of Logansport

Lottie & Bernice, Livin' Large

Auditions

August 4-5

Performances

October 20-22

The State Theatre Logansport

Civic Players of Logansport continues the Lottie and Bernice series with Livin' Large. This is a large cast so need several males and females to act along with our four principals. Teens and children aged 9-10 are also needed. Auditions will be on Aug.4 from 6 pm-8 pm and August 5 from 2 pm-4 pm. Performances will be October 20-22. We hope to see you there!

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Delphi Opera House

Think Like a Composer

August 18, 2023, 03:40

Delphi Opera House



Michael Kelsey, musician, and composer, helps students understand the nature of music and the keys to songwriting in this high-energy, fast-moving workshop. He breaks down the process of turning sounds into compositions and presents how the elements of music work together. Students offer ideas for lyrics and found objects for instruments to contribute to the performance. Students come away knowing more about how they can make music part of everyday life

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Joe Peters & Michael Kelsey Collaboration

August 18, 2023, 07:00 pm

Delphi Opera House



An evening of collaborative storytelling and songs from…

2021’s Collaboration, Music by Warriors, Zombies & Other Joedai Pilgrims

& 2023’s Beyond Collaboration by Joedai Trobairitz & Troubadours

and more!

Many wonderful SAMI performers, including Lee Anna Atwell, Nelu Lazar, Frank Anthony, Amanda Parker, David Inskeep, Michael Longcor, June IND, Scott Greeson, Vickie Maris, Linda Hicks, Mike Rothman, Christopher Gibson, Scott Milks, and others. Many musicians, singers, and songwriters from the area like Jim Brehm, Chase Cotton, Kitty Campbell, and Liz Brooks have jumped on board the evening concert.

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Bacon Fest Comedy Show with Dave Dugan

August 26, 2023, 06:30 pm

Delphi Opera House



An evening of collaborative storytelling and songs from…

2021’s Collaboration, Music by Warriors, Zombies & Other Joedai Pilgrims

& 2023’s Beyond Collaboration by Joedai Trobairitz & Troubadours

and more!

Many wonderful SAMI performers, including Lee Anna Atwell, Nelu Lazar, Frank Anthony, Amanda Parker, David Inskeep, Michael Longcor, June IND, Scott Greeson, Vickie Maris, Linda Hicks, Mike Rothman, Christopher Gibson, Scott Milks, and others. Many musicians, singers, and songwriters from the area like Jim Brehm, Chase Cotton, Kitty Campbell, and Liz Brooks have jumped on board the evening concert.

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Delphi Public Library

The DPL Carnival: A Summer Reading Finale Celebration

August 01, 2023, 04:00 pm

Northwest Carroll Library & Yeoman Community Center, 164 Forest St, Yeoman, IN



Let's all come All Together Now one last time, as we say goodbye to the Summer Reading Program of 2023. We'll be celebrating at the Northwest Carroll Library and Yeoman Community Center with a Carnival at 164 Forest St, Yeoman, IN.

Join us for a local celebrity dunk tank, DJ, clowns, balloons, face-painting, carnival games, food, prizes and so much more! This is an event you won't want to miss.

*All are welcome regardless of Summer Reading Program participation (but Grand Prizes for the Summer Reading program WILL be available at the event).

For more info: Angela@delphilibrary.org or JDwigansMerritt@DelphiLibrary.org

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Haan Museum of Indiana Art

Outdoor Yoga at the Haan 

July 27 10:30 am

August 9 - 5:00 pm

August 17 - 4:30 pm

September 16 - 12:30 pm

Come and enjoy an outdoor yoga class on the grounds of the historic mansion museum. Classes are free/donations to Community Yoga are accepted. There are four dates scheduled through summer and early fall 2023. Bring your mat, water bottle and feel the peace and serenity of the museum environment.

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Lafayette Symphony Orchestra

The B-Side, Track 1: The Logan Kirby Band

August 24, 2023, 07:30 pm

Rat Pak Venue

LSO Bassist Todd Gallagher and the Logan Kirby Band bring a night of classic country, covering tunes by Hank Williams Sr., Johnny Cash, Elvis, and more.

Innovative and informal, the B-Side nightclub series brings you up-close and personal with LSO ensembles through concerts curated by the musicians themselves.

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Lafayette Writers' Studio

Making Stories of Our Shame: Writing the Difficult Things with Essayist Suzanne Roberts ONLINE

August 17, 2023, 7:00 pm

Online



The last thing we want to talk about is our shame. Or maybe even more often, it’s the last thing our loved ones want us to speak about. But writing our most challenging topics helps to diminish our shame and connect us to others who have faces similar situations. In this craft talk/generative workshop, we will explore ways to turn our scars into art, even if others prefer our silence.

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Long Center for Performing Arts

Scott McCreery

August 17, 7:30 pm

Loeb Stadium, Lafayette, IN

Scotty McCreery’s current album Same Truck contains his No. 1 RIAA Gold-certified singles “You Time” and “Damn Strait,” and his current single “It Matters to Her.” McCreery co-wrote 10 of the 12 songs on Same Truck. An expanded edition, Same Truck: The Deluxe Album, was released on November 18, 2022, with 6 additional new songs. 

He achieved new heights by earning three back-to-back No. 1 hits from his last album Seasons Change, the RIAA Gold-certified project which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Country Album chart: the RIAA Double Platinum-certified “Five More Minutes,” the RIAA Platinum-certified “This Is It,” which stayed at the top of the charts for two weeks, and RIAA Gold-certified “In Between.” McCreery co-wrote all 11 songs on Seasons Change, which Rolling Stone named as one of the “40 Best Country and Americana Albums of 2018.” 

Four of his albums have debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Albums chart, with current combined sales surpassing 4 million copies.

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An R-Rated Magic Show

August 27, 8:00 pm

Long Center for the Performing Arts, Lafayette, IN

The worst image comedy magician Grant Freeman can conjure in his mind is the cheesy magician making flagrantly colored handkerchiefs spew out of bright wooden boxes, stuffing rabbits into hats, and torturing women for no apparent reason. Grant has strived in his extensive work as a magician to create modern and out-of- the-colored-box performances that propel the ancient art of conjuring into the new millennium.

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Nelu Lazar

Auditions for singers and instrumentalists for Jesus Christ Superstar production in the Romanian language (in Chicago, 2024)

August 13, 12:00 pm

The Stan Mansion - 2408 N Kedzie Blvd. Chicago, IL 60647

Lafayette artist and producer Nelu Lazar has translated the entire rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar (by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice) in the Romanian language, prosodically - so it could be understood, sung, and performed just as amazingly as the original English version.

On Sunday, August 13, 2023, at Stan Mansion in Chicago, we will host auditions for the following roles:

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Prairie Arts Council

Lilian Fendig Collected

August 1, 2023, 12:00 pm

Lilian Fendig Gallery, Rensselaer IN



The show runs from August 1st - September 28th.

Gallery Hours:

Tuesdays: 12 pm - 4 pm

Thursdays: 2 pm - 6 pm

A reception will be held on Sunday, August 13, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Refreshments will be provided.

A special 30th anniversary exhibition featuring the art of our gallery’s namesake, Lilian Fendig, (also the focus of our year-long anniversary celebrations). The art on exhibition has been loaned by her many generous patrons and collectors including numerous works from the Prairie Arts Council Permanent Collection and the extensive collection of the Helen & Bob Lewis Estate.

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Songwriters Association of Mid-North Indiana

(SAMI)

Collaborations

August 18, 2023, 7:00 pm

Delphi Opera House



Joe Peters & Michael Kelsey present Collaborations

Featuring songs from Collaboration (2021), Turf Wars (2022), & Beyond Collaboration (2023) 

Delphi Opera House, Delphi, Indiana

Friday, August 18, 2023 (7:00 pm)

Over 20 collaborators will present this music, live in concert at the wonderful Delphi Opera House.

It's a regular who's who of music talent from SAMI, elsewhere in the area and across the Midwest: Joe Peters, Michael Kelsey, Scott Greeson, Vickie Maris, Mike Longcor, Amanda Parker, Cheryl Fletcher, Kitty Campbell, Linda Hicks, David Inskeep, Frank Anthony, Nelu Lazar, Chase Cotton, Christopher Gipson, Jim Brehm, June IND, Frederick Michaels, Liz E. Brooks, Melanie Hahn-Greene, Scott Milks, Phil Maq, and others.

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