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LET’S DRAW! Week 4
LET’S DRAW AT LILLE BØNNE! with DANI PUGEL
Our friend and multi-media artist Dani Pugel is teaching a course at Lille Bønne! In this 4-week drawing workshop, you’ll get a chance to learn and practice new techniques in a fun, judgement-free zone. Classes will include lessons in figures, still-life, perspective, and more.
Registration includes four 90-minute classes. Pencils, erasers, charcoal, ink, all provided. Some loose paper will be available, but an 8x12 or so sketchbook would be great to contain your classwork.
Book Your Spot Below!
About the artist: Dani Pugel is a local artist and arts instructor that dwells on the near east side of Indy. In addition to making her own artwork, Dani instructs multiple 8-week wheelthrowing classes at local studios and hosts craft clubs and workshops around town. Her passion is to help connect others with their creative selves.
Week 1: Pencils, Line drawings/Still Life
Introductions, Demo, choose spots around still life, then draw
- Draw the shapes you see
- Perspective
- Shading
- General to specific
Week 2: Portraits, Charcoal
Demo, choose partners or self and draw
- Proportions
- Shading
- Gestural Sketching
Week 3: Ink Pens, Flowers
Demo, Draw
- Line weight
- Stippling
- Layering ink drawing on top of dry watercolor
Week 4: Perspective- Choose your material! Draw Lillebonne!
Demo, Choose spots and draw
- All materials from past classes will be available
- Gather at the end to celebrate our hard work!
MAT PILATES
MAT PILATES
WITH LAUREL FOLEY OF ECLIPSE CLASSICAL PILATES
Mat Class is one of the hardest, most convenient workouts Pilates has to offer. Come into the studio and take advantage of a Pilates class led by friend, neighbor, and Pilates master, Laurel Foley of Eclipse Pilates. You'll start your day with a great workout and personalized attention in a beautiful space. Each class is 45 minutes long.
Meet Laurel:
Pilates Instructor. Movement Guide. Human Being.
With more than 20 years of instruction under her belt, Laurel Foley excels at making Pilates accessible to all kinds of people. She puts newcomers at ease, guiding them at a pace that’s right for them. And she knows how to motivate more experienced clients, helping them build new mind-body connections so they can take their practice to the next level. Most importantly, Laurel is a curious, compassionate human. By meeting clients where they are, she helps them go places they never thought possible.
SLOW FLOW YOGA
SLOW FLOW YOGA
Instructor: Patty Haltom
Thursdays, 6:00-7:00 pm
In the Studio
Join a 60-minute slow flow yoga and mindful movement practice each week.
This class will be a combination of heart openers, hip stretches, balancing poses and restorative poses. Poses during slow flow are sustained to help you build joint stability, deep core awareness, and release tight muscles. Movement is synchronized with your breath, but transitions are slow, graceful, and intentional.
This offering is a gentle class that is open to all levels of experience.
BOOKED FOR TOMORROW
BOOKED FOR TOMORROW
Come shop the sweetest little mobile bookshop in our lobby from 11-3!
Learn more about Booked For Tomorrow
FREQUENCY SHIFT
FREQUENCY SHIFT
Experimental electronic music featuring Mark Tester, Leon Todd Johnson, and Bubba Fontaine.
NEIGHBORHOOD YARD SALE
LET’S GO SALE-ING!
Start your yard sale morning off strong at Lille Bønne. We’ll be full of treats and drinks and vendors for the annual neighborhood yard sale.
COMMUNITY ART TABLE with TERRI CLAUSS
Join local artist Terri Clauss for free-play art at the community table.
Bring your own supplies or use some of ours.
Come for a little or a long while.
All ages welcome and no experience necessary.
This event is free and open to attend.
Tips or treats for the artist are welcome. 💖
SUNDAY SUPPER
SUNDAY SUPPER
Join us on Sunday, September 13 from 5-7 pm for food, art, and a family-style meal at the big tables. Tickets just $15.
Welcome to our table
There's something special about sharing a meal, sharing space, and sharing ideas. We'll do all three at our monthly Sunday Suppers. We'll eat together at a couple of big tables and make some new friends along the way.
The menu is simple and hearty. We'll have vegan and gluten-free options and options for kiddos, too.
Registration opens Sunday, September 6.
CLOTHING SWAP
WOMEN’S CLOTHING SWAP
Refresh your wardrobe and send along everything you didn’t sell in the neighborhood yard sale!
MAT PILATES
MAT PILATES
WITH LAUREL FOLEY OF ECLIPSE CLASSICAL PILATES
Mat Class is one of the hardest, most convenient workouts Pilates has to offer. Come into the studio and take advantage of a Pilates class led by friend, neighbor, and Pilates master, Laurel Foley of Eclipse Pilates. You'll start your day with a great workout and personalized attention in a beautiful space. Each class is 45 minutes long.
Meet Laurel:
Pilates Instructor. Movement Guide. Human Being.
With more than 20 years of instruction under her belt, Laurel Foley excels at making Pilates accessible to all kinds of people. She puts newcomers at ease, guiding them at a pace that’s right for them. And she knows how to motivate more experienced clients, helping them build new mind-body connections so they can take their practice to the next level. Most importantly, Laurel is a curious, compassionate human. By meeting clients where they are, she helps them go places they never thought possible.
MAT PILATES
MAT PILATES
WITH LAUREL FOLEY OF ECLIPSE CLASSICAL PILATES
Mat Class is one of the hardest, most convenient workouts Pilates has to offer. Come into the studio and take advantage of a Pilates class led by friend, neighbor, and Pilates master, Laurel Foley of Eclipse Pilates. You'll start your day with a great workout and personalized attention in a beautiful space. Each class is 45 minutes long.
Meet Laurel:
Pilates Instructor. Movement Guide. Human Being.
With more than 20 years of instruction under her belt, Laurel Foley excels at making Pilates accessible to all kinds of people. She puts newcomers at ease, guiding them at a pace that’s right for them. And she knows how to motivate more experienced clients, helping them build new mind-body connections so they can take their practice to the next level. Most importantly, Laurel is a curious, compassionate human. By meeting clients where they are, she helps them go places they never thought possible.
SPOOKY TEA TOWELS
SPOOKY TEA TOWEL WORKSHOP
Print your own tea towel to decorate for October spooky season
Join us for a Halloween stamping sesh! Use spooky stamps designed by Dani and Ariel to print your own one-of-a-kind tea towel to add to your collection or gift to your favorite Halloween party host.
All supplies included. Each student will make two tea towels and enjoy some stellar company along the way.
STYROFOAM PRINTING WORKSHOP
Styrofoam Printing Workshop
Learn the basics of printmaking with styrofoam prints. All supplies included.
SCANDINAVIAN FEST
SCANDINAVIAN FEST
Scandinavian Fest brings the Indianapolis community together to celebrate the rich cultural heritage and traditions of Denmark, Sweden, and Norway.
Hosted at Lille Bønne Community Living Room, an historic former Danish church, the festival honors the building’s Scandinavian roots while showcasing the vibrant Scandinavian community here in Indiana.
Spend the afternoon enjoying traditional Scandinavian music, singing and dancing, sampling Swedish baked goods, exploring handcrafted Scandinavian arts & crafts, and connecting with organizations that keep Scandinavian culture alive in Indiana.
CORRESPONDENCE CORNER
CORRESPONDENCE CORNER
If you’re anything like us, if it’s not on your calendar, it isn’t going to happen. Enter: Correspondence Corner, a chance to sit down and write all those letters, cards, and love notes you've been meaning to get to, and now it’s on your calendar.
We’ll have some stationery and writing materials to share, and greeting cards are available for purchase.
KIDS CRAFT AND STORY HOUR
KIDS CRAFT AND STORY TIME
Join us for kids craft and story hour at Lille Bønne!
We’ll start with a welcome song
Followed by an interactive read aloud
And finally a craft to make & take home
September book: Saturday by Oge Mora
September craft: Paper bag puppets
Recommended ages: 2-6 (but all are welcome!)
This event is free to attend and no registration required!
REBUILD IN RHYTHM
A night of music, community, and support for those affected by recent flooding
SLOW FLOW YOGA
SLOW FLOW YOGA
Instructor: Patty Haltom
Thursdays, 6:00-7:00 pm
In the Studio
Join a 60-minute slow flow yoga and mindful movement practice each week.
This class will be a combination of heart openers, hip stretches, balancing poses and restorative poses. Poses during slow flow are sustained to help you build joint stability, deep core awareness, and release tight muscles. Movement is synchronized with your breath, but transitions are slow, graceful, and intentional.
This offering is a gentle class that is open to all levels of experience.
VISIBLE MENDING WORKSHOP
LEARN TO MEND IT BEFORE WE END IT!
Join us for visible mending workshops!
It is time for us to mend the story that we are powerless.
Join Seams Quirky and learn how to mend your clothes, bedding, stuffed animals, canvas shoes, etc! All summer I'll be popping up around town with needles and thread and lots of other fun sewing goodies to sit with you and help you mend your clothes (and maybe ourselves a bit in the process).
Even if you have nothing that needs mending right now, come join us and learn the skills for when you do need them.
MAT PILATES
MAT PILATES
WITH LAUREL FOLEY OF ECLIPSE CLASSICAL PILATES
Mat Class is one of the hardest, most convenient workouts Pilates has to offer. Come into the studio and take advantage of a Pilates class led by friend, neighbor, and Pilates master, Laurel Foley of Eclipse Pilates. You'll start your day with a great workout and personalized attention in a beautiful space. Each class is 45 minutes long.
Meet Laurel:
Pilates Instructor. Movement Guide. Human Being.
With more than 20 years of instruction under her belt, Laurel Foley excels at making Pilates accessible to all kinds of people. She puts newcomers at ease, guiding them at a pace that’s right for them. And she knows how to motivate more experienced clients, helping them build new mind-body connections so they can take their practice to the next level. Most importantly, Laurel is a curious, compassionate human. By meeting clients where they are, she helps them go places they never thought possible.
LET’S DRAW! Week 3
LET’S DRAW AT LILLE BØNNE! with DANI PUGEL
Our friend and multi-media artist Dani Pugel is teaching a course at Lille Bønne! In this 4-week drawing workshop, you’ll get a chance to learn and practice new techniques in a fun, judgement-free zone. Classes will include lessons in figures, still-life, perspective, and more.
Registration includes four 90-minute classes. Pencils, erasers, charcoal, ink, all provided. Some loose paper will be available, but an 8x12 or so sketchbook would be great to contain your classwork.
Book Your Spot Below!
About the artist: Dani Pugel is a local artist and arts instructor that dwells on the near east side of Indy. In addition to making her own artwork, Dani instructs multiple 8-week wheelthrowing classes at local studios and hosts craft clubs and workshops around town. Her passion is to help connect others with their creative selves.
Week 1: Pencils, Line drawings/Still Life
Introductions, Demo, choose spots around still life, then draw
- Draw the shapes you see
- Perspective
- Shading
- General to specific
Week 2: Portraits, Charcoal
Demo, choose partners or self and draw
- Proportions
- Shading
- Gestural Sketching
Week 3: Ink Pens, Flowers
Demo, Draw
- Line weight
- Stippling
- Layering ink drawing on top of dry watercolor
Week 4: Perspective- Choose your material! Draw Lillebonne!
Demo, Choose spots and draw
- All materials from past classes will be available
- Gather at the end to celebrate our hard work!
COMMUNITY ART TABLE with TERRI CLAUSS
Join local artist Terri Clauss for free-play art at the community table.
Bring your own supplies or use some of ours.
Come for a little or a long while.
All ages welcome and no experience necessary.
This event is free and open to attend.
Tips or treats for the artist are welcome. 💖
VISIBLE MENDING WORKSHOP
LEARN TO MEND IT BEFORE WE END IT!
Join us for visible mending workshops!
It is time for us to mend the story that we are powerless.
Join Seams Quirky and learn how to mend your clothes, bedding, stuffed animals, canvas shoes, etc! All summer I'll be popping up around town with needles and thread and lots of other fun sewing goodies to sit with you and help you mend your clothes (and maybe ourselves a bit in the process).
Even if you have nothing that needs mending right now, come join us and learn the skills for when you do need them.
BOOKED FOR TOMORROW
BOOKED FOR TOMORROW
Come shop the sweetest little mobile bookshop in our lobby from 11-3!
Learn more about Booked For Tomorrow
WRITINGS FROM HER CORNER
WRITINGS FROM HER CORNER
An evening of guided writing, reflection & connection at Lille Bønne.
Writings From Her Corner is a writing group designed to simply slow down, pick up the pen, and write without judgment.
Each session includes:
Introductions
Independent writing — respond to the provided themed prompts, use them as inspiration, or write whatever feels right to you
Sharing time — read what you wrote, talk about your reflections, or simply listen
Paper and pens will be provided. Feel free to bring your own journal or laptop if you prefer.
Writings From Her Corner is a safe space for vulnerable expression, reflection, and connection. All participants agree to be respectful, supportive, and mindful of others in the space.
No writing experience is necessary. Just come as you are.
All over 18 are welcome.
Please arrive on time or send me a message if you are running late.
IG - @from.her.corner
Ticket sales help support program facilitation, materials, and use of the space. Thank you for supporting Writings From Her Corner and helping us continue creating accessible spaces for writing and connection.
SLOW FLOW YOGA
SLOW FLOW YOGA
Instructor: Patty Haltom
Thursdays, 6:00-7:00 pm
In the Studio
Join a 60-minute slow flow yoga and mindful movement practice each week.
This class will be a combination of heart openers, hip stretches, balancing poses and restorative poses. Poses during slow flow are sustained to help you build joint stability, deep core awareness, and release tight muscles. Movement is synchronized with your breath, but transitions are slow, graceful, and intentional.
This offering is a gentle class that is open to all levels of experience.
LET’S DRAW! Week 2
LET’S DRAW AT LILLE BØNNE! with DANI PUGEL
Our friend and multi-media artist Dani Pugel is teaching a course at Lille Bønne! In this 4-week drawing workshop, you’ll get a chance to learn and practice new techniques in a fun, judgement-free zone. Classes will include lessons in figures, still-life, perspective, and more.
Registration includes four 90-minute classes. Pencils, erasers, charcoal, ink, all provided. Some loose paper will be available, but an 8x12 or so sketchbook would be great to contain your classwork.
Book Your Spot Below!
About the artist: Dani Pugel is a local artist and arts instructor that dwells on the near east side of Indy. In addition to making her own artwork, Dani instructs multiple 8-week wheelthrowing classes at local studios and hosts craft clubs and workshops around town. Her passion is to help connect others with their creative selves.
Week 1: Pencils, Line drawings/Still Life
Introductions, Demo, choose spots around still life, then draw
- Draw the shapes you see
- Perspective
- Shading
- General to specific
Week 2: Portraits, Charcoal
Demo, choose partners or self and draw
- Proportions
- Shading
- Gestural Sketching
Week 3: Ink Pens, Flowers
Demo, Draw
- Line weight
- Stippling
- Layering ink drawing on top of dry watercolor
Week 4: Perspective- Choose your material! Draw Lillebonne!
Demo, Choose spots and draw
- All materials from past classes will be available
- Gather at the end to celebrate our hard work!
DJ DAVID PECK
DJ DAVID PECK
David Peck is back after First Friday to spice up your Sunday brunch. Enjoy $10 mimosas and an entirely new Sunday church experience.
ACOUSTIC GUITAR WITH EMERY
ACOUSTIC GUITAR WITH EMERY
Join us for an evening of joy and sonic camaraderie.
Settle in with your favorite drink, a good friend, or a good book and enjoy some ambient folk vibes by Emery Thompson on a Friday night.
COMMUNITY WRITESHOP
COMMUNITY WRITESHOP
Community WriteShop will be taking a field trip from draft creative space to Lille Bønne. Join us for a morning of reflective writing and community. Always free, always welcoming - just show up with your journal to participate!
SLOW FLOW YOGA
SLOW FLOW YOGA
Instructor: Patty Haltom
Thursdays, 6:00-7:00 pm
In the Studio
Join a 60-minute slow flow yoga and mindful movement practice each week.
This class will be a combination of heart openers, hip stretches, balancing poses and restorative poses. Poses during slow flow are sustained to help you build joint stability, deep core awareness, and release tight muscles. Movement is synchronized with your breath, but transitions are slow, graceful, and intentional.
This offering is a gentle class that is open to all levels of experience.
LET’S DRAW!
LET’S DRAW AT LILLE BØNNE! with DANI PUGEL
Our friend and multi-media artist Dani Pugel is teaching a course at Lille Bønne! In this 4-week drawing workshop, you’ll get a chance to learn and practice new techniques in a fun, judgement-free zone. Classes will include lessons in figures, still-life, perspective, and more.
Registration includes four 90-minute classes. Pencils, erasers, charcoal, ink, all provided. Some loose paper will be available, but an 8x12 or so sketchbook would be great to contain your classwork.
Book Your Spot Below!
About the artist: Dani Pugel is a local artist and arts instructor that dwells on the near east side of Indy. In addition to making her own artwork, Dani instructs multiple 8-week wheelthrowing classes at local studios and hosts craft clubs and workshops around town. Her passion is to help connect others with their creative selves.
Week 1: Pencils, Line drawings/Still Life
Introductions, Demo, choose spots around still life, then draw
- Draw the shapes you see
- Perspective
- Shading
- General to specific
Week 2: Portraits, Charcoal
Demo, choose partners or self and draw
- Proportions
- Shading
- Gestural Sketching
Week 3: Ink Pens, Flowers
Demo, Draw
- Line weight
- Stippling
- Layering ink drawing on top of dry watercolor
Week 4: Perspective- Choose your material! Draw Lillebonne!
Demo, Choose spots and draw
- All materials from past classes will be available
- Gather at the end to celebrate our hard work!
LINDSEY CORNETT FOR IPS
LINDSEY CORNETT IPS DISTRICT 4
CAMPAIGN LAUNCH PARTY
You’re invited to join us for a family-friendly campaign launch celebration for Lindsey Cornett!
COMMUNITY ART TABLE with TERRI CLAUSS
Join local artist Terri Clauss for free-play art at the community table.
Bring your own supplies or use some of ours.
Come for a little or a long while.
All ages welcome and no experience necessary.
This event is free and open to attend.
Tips or treats for the artist are welcome. 💖
ICE CREAM SOCIAL
BACK-TO-SCHOOL ICE CREAM SOCIAL
🎒 School may be back in session, but there's still plenty of summer left to enjoy!
🍨 Join us for a back-to-school ice cream social this Friday, August 14 from 6-8 pm. We'll have ice cream sandwiches made with @leviathanbakehouse brownies, root beer floats, cider floats, and popsicles!
💃🏼 Cool beats supplied by @djlittletown + @badboysofav, so you know it's gonna be a good time.
Come groove with us on Friday night and toast your ice cream sammies to the new season!
SLOW FLOW YOGA
SLOW FLOW YOGA
Instructor: Patty Haltom
Thursdays, 6:00-7:00 pm
In the Studio
Join a 60-minute slow flow yoga and mindful movement practice each week.
This class will be a combination of heart openers, hip stretches, balancing poses and restorative poses. Poses during slow flow are sustained to help you build joint stability, deep core awareness, and release tight muscles. Movement is synchronized with your breath, but transitions are slow, graceful, and intentional.
This offering is a gentle class that is open to all levels of experience.
SUNDAY SUPPER: AUGUST 2026
Join us on Sunday, August 9 from 5-7 pm for food, art, and a family-style meal at the big tables. Tickets just $15.
Welcome to our table
There's something special about sharing a meal, sharing space, and sharing ideas. We'll do all three at our monthly Sunday Suppers. We'll eat together at a couple of big tables and make some new friends along the way.
The menu is simple and hearty. We'll have vegan and gluten-free options and options for kiddos, too.
Guest Artist
Help us create a one-of-a-kind woven wall hanging for Lille Bonne!
This weekend, fiber artist Patty Fulton of Patty Fulton Studio will be on site with a large community weaving "loom", inviting everyone to become part of the creative process. No experience is necessary—simply stop by, weave a few strips, and help create a piece that reflects our community and will be installed at Lille Bonne.
Want to make it even more personal? Bring your own fabric to weave into the artwork! Colorful old sheets, clothing, leftover fabric, ribbon, or other textiles are all welcome. Cut fabric into strips about 1–2 inches wide before you come. Handmade embellishments like pom-poms, crocheted flowers, or small textile accents are welcome too.
Every piece added tells a story and becomes part of the finished artwork. We can't wait to see what you'll bring—and to create something beautiful together.
Community Partner
We'll be collecting donations of non-perishable food and sanitary items to fill our neighborhood little pantry from Community Food Box Project. We ask for healthy foods like grains, cans of beans, easy open items like granola bars Also pantry items like toothbrushes, travel size shampoo and soap etc
🎟️ This is a ticketed event, and space is limited, so reserve your spot now!
SATURDAY MORNING CINEMA: GULLIVER'S TRAVELS
Stay cozy a little longer this weekend with Saturday Morning Cinema.
We'll be showing the 1939 classic Gulliver's Travels on the big screen (i.e. blank white wall) in the studio.
Movie starts at 9:30 and is great for all ages. Come in your comfies, even bring a pillow and a blanket!
AUGUST FIRST FRIDAY
🎉 Lille Bønne's first official First Friday! 🎉
We have a phenomenal lineup of art, music, and food coming at you next Friday evening, August 7.
🪢 Help us create a one-of-a-kind woven wall hanging with fiber artist @pattyfultonstudio
🖼️ Shop local art vendors @artbyenchantedfay, @kittyintheclouds_shop, and our very own @arrowwood.studio at our pop-up market
🎴 @whatsmarleyupto is back with tarot readings from 5:30-8pm
💿 Vibes by DJ @dvdpck, spinning from 5:30-8:30
🌯 Burritos by the very best @caliboyzburritos, starting at 6pm until they're gone
Come join the fun while you're out and about in Fletcher Place and Fountain Square for First Friday!