The Pulse of Purdue & Beyond Stories and Tips from Lafayette-West Lafayette
Lafayette-West Lafayette Holiday Events 2025
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The holiday season is here, bringing a wonderful lineup of festive events to Lafayette-West Lafayette! This year, the area is packed with celebrations that capture the magic of the season, offering something special for everyone. From enchanting holiday markets and cheerful parades to dazzling light…
5 Reasons to Visit The Strand Yarn Shop
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I first learned to crochet when I was just a kid. In an effort to keep me entertained, my aunt searched online, “How to Crochet,” and printed out the instructions she found on the first site that popped up. She found some yarn and hooks hidden deep in a drawer somewhere, then set me loose…
Greater Lafayette Winter Adventures List
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⛄ Wintertime in Greater Lafayette equals slippery slope sledding, crazy candy cane creations, and ice skating spins and swirls! Embrace the season and enjoy all of these winter activities. Specialty treats, experiences, shopping, art, and outdoor adventure await. Specialty treats Skate, ski or…
Purdue Basketball Check List
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The Purdue University Boilermakers are ready for another riveting season in Mackey Arena! With an impalpable energy like no other, Mackey Arena invites loyal Purdue students and…
A Purdue Boilermaker Football Weekend Itinerary
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There’s nothing quite like a football weekend in West Lafayette! Whether you’re a proud Purdue alum, a first-time visitor, or a die-hard Boilermaker fan…
Lafayette - West Lafayette Saucy Wing Trail
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"Wing It" For those who believe great wings are the ultimate comfort food, this trail’s got your cravings covered. When it comes to wings, our community…
Lafayette - West Lafayette Craft Brewery Adventure
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“Hoppy Trails” From IPAs to stouts, sip your way through the area’s best brews with this flavor-packed brewery route. Ready to raise a glass? Lafayette-West…
Your Culinary Escape SavorY Flavors of Our Twin Cities
Discover the vibrant food scene in Lafayette-West Lafayette, where local flavors and innovative chefs are redefining dining experiences, from classic comfort food to cutting-edge cuisine.
Lafayette - West Lafayette Saucy Wing Trail
- 22 min read
"Wing It" For those who believe great wings are the ultimate comfort food, this trail’s got your cravings covered. When it comes to wings, our community doesn’t mess around. Whether you’re into smoky BBQ, classic Buffalo, or bold dry rubs, Lafayette-West Lafayette…
Bites and Beverages at the Boiler Up Bar
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I have spent the past three years of my college career wondering what it would be like to enjoy the coziest cocktail lounge the university has to offer: the Boiler Up Bar. Just over four years ago, on August 5th, 2020, the Boiler Up Bar opened its doors for the first time. Over the years, I…
Dining Divas & Dudes Discover West Lafayette’s Thai Treasure, Kinn Thai
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Tucked under a high rise off State Street west of campus (isn’t everything tucked under a high rise in WL these days?!) is a new Thai restaurant, Kinn Thai, at 100 Foundry Dr, Ste 17. According to google, Kinn means “to eat” in Thailand, and eat is just what the Dining Divas…