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Hands On African Masks Program Planned

Thursday, August 27, 2026 · Rensselaer, IN

The Prairie Arts Council will host Get Together Thursday: African Masks, Hands On, on Thursday, August 27, at the Lilian Fendig Gallery, 301 North Van Rensselaer Street. The free public program will explore masks and face painting in African cultures, with participants working in small groups to interpret images before drawing masks representing an aspect of their lives or personalities. The program is part of the council's multidisciplinary Get Together Thursdays series and is scheduled for the Carnegie Center.

This local community update for Rensselaer, IN is scheduled for Thursday, August 27, 2026. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the Rensselaer, IN area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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Monday, August 24, 2026

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Tuesday, August 25, 2026

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Tuesday, August 25, 2026

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