Good morning, Lafayette.

Lafayette Urban Ministry has opened registration for its Turkey Trot 5K fundraiser, which will take place this Thanksgiving at Cattail Trail Loop in West Lafayette—check-in will start at 7:15 a.m.—and over 1,000 people ran the event last year.

Columbian Park Zoo is selling tickets for Reindeer Rendezvous on Dec.

6—an event where visitors meet Santa and his reindeer while enjoying holiday festivities. Tickets cost $8 online and $10 at the door, with free admission for children under 3.

The final stages of the installation for 'On the Banks of the Wabash' art piece have begun—workers have closed a sidewalk for its setup outdoors.

At an AI conference with Google leaders, Purdue announced plans for an AI competency graduation requirement that may take effect for incoming classes as early as fall (pending Board of Trustees approval).

The West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Department announced that November's Coffee Talk—presented by the IU Health Pharmacy Team—will cover Medicare changes in 2025 and expectations for 2026, set for Nov.

19 from 11 a.m. to noon at the John R. Dennis Wellness Center Community Rooms; registration is free online.

Friday, Lafayette area teams competed in the IHSAA regional football championships as Lafayette Jeff met Concord at 7:30 p.m. at Elkhart High School for a Class 5A title—Twin Lakes, fresh off its first sectional win in 23 years, played Fort Wayne Bishop Luers at 7:00 p.m.—Southmont faced Andrean at 7:30 p.m. with hopes of advancing to semi-state.

Winter River Sunset Painting Class

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Paid class required — Unleash your creativity while painting a beautiful winter river sunset with family-friendly fun.

LUM Turkey Trot 5K Run

1:30-2:30 p.m. — 2541 Cumberland Ave, West Lafayette, IN — Registration fee applies — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun and inclusive 5K that welcomes all ages and abilities.

Santa at Bennett's Greenhouse

11 AM – 3 PM — Bennett's Greenhouse — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday spirit with a magical visit from Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus amid blooming festive cheer.

Purdue Christmas Show

12:00 – 1:30 PM — Elliott Hall of Music — Tickets required — Experience a holiday tradition with performances by the Varsity Glee Club and Purduettes.

Purdue Christmas Show

2-3:30 p.m. — Elliott Hall of Music — Cost info not provided — Celebrate the festive season with delightful performances at Purdue's annual Christmas show.

The Winter Makers Market 2025

11:30 AM – 6:30 PM — The Union Club Hotel at Purdue University — Cost TBD — Explore unique crafts and local creations this winter at a festive market.

A Christmas Carol - A Live Radio Play

2:30-4:00 p.m. — Lafayette Theater at the Long Center — Ticketed event — Experience a timeless holiday classic brought to life as a live radio play.