Community Calendar

A Blissful Evening of Carnatic Style Indian Classical Music
featuring
J. A. Jayant on Bamboo Flute
accompanied by
N. C. Bharadwaj on Mridangam
and
V. Krishnakumar on Ghatam

It’s open to the public. Based on Jazz Standards - Straight-Ahead Jazz. Listen. Play. Discuss. It's a Learning Environment. Bring your Instrument, your Ears, your Friends. Popcorn, coffees, soft drinks, and food available at Culture Café.

Pages Conferences cordially invites you to the International Conference on Biopolymers and Polymers (ICBPS2026), which will take place from September 23-24, 2026, in Berlin, Germany. This conference will serve as a premier platform for researchers, scientists, academicians, industry leaders, and policy makers from around the world to come together and exchange insights, discuss recent innovations in the fields of biopolymers, synthetic polymers, sustainable materials, and their diverse applications.

ICBPS2026 will feature an engaging program covering key topics, including Advanced polymer materials, Biopolymers from Renewable resources, Polymer blends, Composites and Nanocomposites, Biomedical and pharmaceutical applications, Biodegradable and Sustainable polymers, Polymer processing and Fabrication techniques, Recycling and Circular economy in polymers and more.

The conference will include plenary sessions, keynote sessions, panel discussions, oral and poster presentations, workshops and exhibitions, offering a unique platform to exchange knowledge, foster collaborations and explore cutting-edge research. Additionally, the conference will provide ample opportunities for networking and collaboration, with attendees coming from all around the world. We believe your participation will greatly enrich the academic and scientific quality of the conference. Your presence and contribution will be a valuable addition to the success of this scientific gathering.

We look forward to welcoming you to Berlin a hub of scientific legacy and cultural vibrancy.

Best Regards,
P.Harshitha | Conference Secretary
ICBPS2026

Sustainable Agriculture and Food Justice Event: Film & Panel | Sept. 24

Join IU South Bend Center for a Sustainable Future and the Environmental Research Coalition (ERC) for a night dedicated to local farms, strong communities, and a just food future!

What: Film screening featuring short segments from the More Than Corn documentary series on Indiana farmers, followed by a panel discussion with local growers.

When: Thursday, September 24 at 7:00 PM

Where: Indiana University South Bend, Education & Arts Building, Room 1011

Panel Moderator: Dr. David Blouin (IUSB Sociology)

Panelists:

Dan Trubey-Weller (Barn Swallow Farm)

Katie Lane (Unity Gardens)

Stephen Storey (Storey Family Farm)

Free and open to the public!

Borrowing its name from a Brazilian wild sugar-apple, Biribá Union features Mike Block (cello, vocals), Christylez Bacon (beatbox, guitar, rhymes) and Patricia Ligia (electric bass, vocals). The trio met through Silkroad’s Global Musician Workshop, initially bonding over their shared love of Brazilian music.

The artists quickly began co-writing new music that draws on the freestyle theatrics of hip-hop and Go-go music; the effortless beauty of Brazilian forró and choro; the earthiness of American roots music, and the improvisational spontaneity of jazz.

Biribá Union is on a mission to embody cultural acceptance and unification through music — but always with an infectious groove to hook audiences in.

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Celebrate the unifying power of the world’s music at the 2026 Connecting Chords Music Festival, running from August 14 – November 29. Established in 2001, the Festival features an incredible variety and quality of musicians every year – if you know, *you know*!

Learn more about the Festival at ccmusicfest.com.

Grab the whole family, bring your favorite blankets, and join us under the stars for a fun-filled Family Movie Night as we watch Zootopia 2!

Enjoy delicious bites from local food trucks before settling in for an evening of laughter, excitement, and family fun. Cheer on Judy and Nick as they tackle another wild case in a new adventure the whole family will love!

This free community event is sponsored by Force Tech, Everwise Credit Union, and St. Joseph County Parks.

Composer and saxophonist Shawn Maxwell leads his quartet in a program featuring original compositions drawn from his four most recent releases, including his newest recording, Frenetic Domain (2026), alongside selections from his extensive catalog of original works spanning more than two decades. Frenetic Domain features new compositions that bring classical elements into Maxwell's contemporary jazz writing, while works from his J Town Suite draw inspiration from his hometown of Joliet, Illinois, including music honoring places, experiences, and people important to his musical development. Rooted in the traditions of jazz while drawing inspiration from rock, funk, hip hop, R&B, and classical music, Maxwell's compositions reflect a distinctive musical voice through inventive melodies, unexpected forms, and imaginative ensemble writing. The quartet balances carefully crafted compositions with expressive improvisation, creating performances that are both structurally imaginative and dynamically interactive.

📣 GARAGE SALE AT BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH! 📣
Join us on September 26th from 8:00 AM–4:00 PM for more than just your typical garage sale!
We’ll have:
• Vendors
• Raffles
• Fresh-baked goods
• Great garage sale finds
• And plenty of opportunities to support our church!
To be a part, sign up here---> https://bit.ly/4qYRJxn

Our church is currently raising funds for much-needed electronics and audio equipment, including microphones, headsets, and switchboards.
Have items you’d like to donate? Donation drop-off begins September 13th. Donation receipts will also be available for eligible tax-deductible donations.
Come shop, grab some baked goods, check out the vendors, enter a raffle, and help us upgrade the equipment we use to serve our church and community.
📅 September 26th
⏰ 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
📍 Bible Baptist Church
Bring your family and friends, and help us spread the word by sharing this event, see you there.

Bicycle Safety Rodeo & Youth Bike Repair Clinic
Attend a fun, hands-on Bicycle Safety Rodeo & Youth Bike Repair Clinic on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM at Ironworks Plaza in Mishawaka.
Designed for youth ages 5–18, this FREE event will help children build confidence and learn important bicycle safety skills. Participants will rotate through hands-on safety stations, including helmet fitting, ABC bike safety checks, bicycle safety rules, and a simulated obstacle course.
The event will also feature free helmets, free bicycle safety flags installed on bikes, free minor repairs for youth bicycles, loaner bikes, safety education, prize raffles, and free Kona Ice for the first 200 participants. Three bicycles and family movie gift cards will also be raffled off during the event! See attached flyer or Facebook Event page for details.
Participants may bring their own bicycle or use a loaner bike. Pre-registration is encouraged but does not guarantee participation or reserve a place in line.
Come ride, learn, and have fun while helping your child develop skills that can keep them safer on the road and on the trail!

Indiana residents may fish without a state fishing license in Indiana waters these days only: May 10, June 6 and 7, and September 26, 2026. Free Fishing Days were created by the Indiana General Assembly and are designed each year by the Department of Natural Resources to promote angling as a recreational activity.

Fishing can take place at Ferrettie/Baugo Creek County Park and St. Patrick's County Park.