The 2nd annual Doggie Egg Hunt will be on Saturday, April 6 at Cumberland Park. Registration is required. Catalog - City of West Lafayette Parks & Recreation (rec1.com)

Location: John R. Dennis Wellness Center

Join us at the John R. Dennis Wellness Center for a morning of coffee, treats, and learning how to control stress in your life. This events starts at 11 a.m. in the community room. Please register in your CivicRec account. 

Location: Cumberland Park

The West Lafayette Tree Friends are organizing the annual Arbor Day celebration, which will take place on Friday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. We will be planting 8 trees, which were generously donated by Bennett's Greenhouse:

2 - London Plane 

2-Tulip

2 - Frontier Elm

2 - Sterling Silver Linden

We would appreciate your support in making West Lafayette a Tree City USA. To learn more about Tree Friends and their endeavors in our city, please visit their website, www.wltreefriends.org, and follow them on Facebook.

Location: John R. Dennis Wellness Center

Join us at the John R. Dennis Wellness Center for a morning of coffee and treats. This events starts at 11 a.m. in the community room. Please register in your CivicRec account. 

Location: Cumberland Park 

The 2024 West Lafayette Farmers Market season is scheduled to commence on May 1. This thriving market will take place every Wednesday from May to October at the beautiful Cumberland Park. It will provide the local community with access to a diverse range of fresh, locally grown produce, food trucks, and locally made goods such as soap, clothing, candles, and more. The market is family-friendly and welcomes strollers, bikes, and leashed dogs. SNAP and WIC will be available for eligible families. Spaces for vendors are filling up quickly, so if you'd like to sell your products at the market this year, please apply soon!

Updated Hours for 2024

May: 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

June, July, August: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

September, October: 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Once we have an updated list of vendors for 2024, we'll update our website on the Farmers Market page. Plus, this is a the best place to find up to date information. Please get in touch with Shelly, the Market Manager, for more information about this year's market: wlaf.farmersmarket@gmail.com

The Lilly Nature Center is all set to host its 14th annual celebration of nature on Saturday, May 18, at 10 a.m. This free event promises to be an exciting and informative experience for nature enthusiasts of all ages. The event offers a variety of interactive demonstrations and engaging activities that revolve around birds, birds of prey, reptiles, and insects. Whether you're a seasoned birdwatcher or someone who's just starting to explore the wonders of nature, there's something for everyone in this event. You'll get to learn about the unique characteristics of different bird species and observe them up close. You'll also get a chance to interact with trained handlers and learn about the habits and behaviors of birds of prey. For those who are fascinated by reptiles and insects, there are plenty of opportunities to get hands-on experience with them, too. So, bring your family and friends and join us for a day filled with fun and learning! Registration is not required. 

Global Fest will take place on September 21 this year. Additional details will be provided later this summer.

Check back later for details about the 2024 Fall Festival!