Weekend Update! Looking for a fun Indiana weekend getaway? Or do you live in this area and are looking for entertainment close by? Check out the endless possibilities for fun events happening this upcoming weekend in or near Lafayette-West Lafayette, Indiana.
Enjoy sweet treats and live jazz at Sweet on Art at the Haan Museum this Friday, April 26. Guests will be surrounded by Indiana art and rare antiques as they savor heavy hors d’oeuvres, decadent desserts, chocolates and wine. Be among the first to see a portrait of John Purdue by George Winter and a John Purdue sculpture by Tuck Langland as they are unveiled. Guests can "Adopt a Masterpiece" from the collection of paintings, furniture, ceramic or bronze treasures. Each adopter’s name will be displayed in the Museum, next to the art, for a year; and the adopter will receive a picture with their adopted artwork and an adoption certificate. A few items will be offered through a live auction, including the opportunity to adopt the John Purdue portrait or the John Purdue sculpture; and dinner for eight at the Haan Museum, prepared and served by the Board, along with a tour by Bob and Ellie Haan.
Watch pizza eating madness at Arni's Pizza Eating Contest this Sunday, April 28. This competition puts up to 100 contestants against each other in a battle to see who can eat the most pizza within one hour. Arni’s encourages the community to come out and enjoy the contest along with other fun activities including live music, a beer garden and fun kid activities! For more information about these events and other special “happenings” in Lafayette-West Lafayette, check out our website at HomeOfPurdue.com.