Happy Tuesday, Lafayette!
I hope you made it through the weekend just fine. Cold temps are unfortunately going to hang around, so stay warm!
Here is something to look forward to. You all have spoken. And our first dinner club will be in… February! and our second will be in March. Hope to see you at one of those!
Be on the lookout for a sign up sheet in the editions to come. I will keep you all posted. I am excited to meet some of you and for you all to meet some new friends👍
Let’s get into it:
A unique restaurant to try
Lafayette trivia
Creasy Lane to get a facelift
A very unique house
All the events you came here for
Before you scroll, did you notice the new look of the newsletter? I hope to keep making this something you look forward to reading!
Banh Mi Eatery
If you find yourself going to the same places over and over and are looking to change things up, here is your sign🪧
The staple food here is the sandwich but beyond the sandwiches, the menu includes pho, spring rolls, rice bowls, and Vietnamese coffee. Vegetarians and vegans, take note, their crispy tofu options get great reviews.
Open Tuesday through Sunday, 11 AM to 8 PM. They've got free wifi, so it's a great spot to grab lunch and get some work done. Or just swing by, grab a sandwich to go, and support a local business that's adding real flavor to our community.
(Yes, this is our city’s founder)
You’ll have to read Friday’s edition to see if you’re right😎
Creasy Lane Project
Major changes are coming to one of Lafayette’s busiest corridors. At last week’s Board of Public Works meeting, City Engineer Jeremy Grenard announced plans to mill and resurface Creasy Lane from Sagamore Parkway to Greenbush Street. The project will also reconfigure the road to maintain five lanes throughout its entire length, eliminating the frustrating transitions between four and five lanes that drivers currently navigate.
Beyond smoother pavement, the project includes critical upgrades to pedestrian infrastructure to meet ADA standards, plus spot replacement of deteriorating curbs and sidewalks. Funding comes from a Community Crossing Matching Grant, a state program that helps local governments improve roads and bridges.
Bids open February 10th, meaning construction could begin this spring. If you drive Creasy Lane daily, expect temporary traffic disruptions ahead. All in all, you will have a much improved commute when it’s done.
Do you like small bits of news like this?
Men’s CBB
12 Purdue at Indiana
1/27 | 9 pm tip-off (Game is on Peacock)
Women’s CBB
13 Michigan State at Purdue
1/29 | 6 pm tip-off (Game is on BTN)
Treehouse x Library
Check out this custom-built, West Lafayette home on 5 acres. What’s cool about it is you can pretend you're living in a national park, except you're literally 10 minutes from Target.
This bad boy comes with geothermal heating, a greenhouse with a fancy thermal mass wall (don't ask me, I just work here), and one of those cool bookshelf ladders.
The property includes "beautifully designed trails, walkways, and a charming bridge" that meander through the woods. Translation: the previous owner really committed to never having to see their neighbors again.
Listed at $649,000. One owner. Probably because once you move in here, you literally never want to leave.
Tuesday
19🌡️0 | 🌨️ | 30% | 💨12 mph
Wednesday
15🌡️-6 | 🌨️ | 30% | 💨6 mph
Thursday
11🌡️-4 | 🌤️ | 0% | 💨3 mph
Friday
11🌡️-7 | 🌨️ | 10% | 💨3 mph
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Tuesday 1/27
Ben Sollee (Sold Out)
People’s Brewing Company & Taproom | 5 pm to 8 pm
Pixar Trivia
Mad Mushroom | 7 pm to 9 pm
Wine 101
The Cellar Wine Bistro | 6 pm to 8 pm
TICT Tuesday - at McAllister Park
McAllister Park | 10 am to 12 pm
Open Mic Night
Digby’s | 7:30 pm
Region 5 Whiskey Tasting
648 Bourbon Lounge | 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Wednesday 1/28
Happy Hour
Wildcat Creek Winery | 3 pm to 6 pm
Trivia Night
Digby’s | 7:30 pm
Trivia
Jake’s | 8 pm
Traditional Irish Session
Nine Irish Brothers (West Lafayette) | 6:30 pm
The Sidewalk Club
Riehle Plaza | 6 pm
Thursday 1/29
Community Blood Drive
Rosewalk Village of Lafayette | 11 am to 4 pm
Dance Away the Winter Blues
Traditions of Lafayette | 6:15 pm to 7:15 pm
Friday 1/30
Succulent Terrarium Workshop
The Plant Pub | 6 pm
Friday Night Live: Bill Brose & Rocco Calipari
The Art Museum of Greater Lafayette | 7 pm to 8 pm
Laughing Jack
Nine Irish Brothers (Lafayette) | 7 pm
Matt Hill
Nine Irish Brothers (West Lafayette) | 9 pm
I hope you stay warm and your driveways get cleared.
Until next time,
Blake | Publisher, Lafayette Lookout
P.S. I am looking for an animal shelter to partner with and feature animals up for adoption. Who would you like to see me reach out to? (reply to this email)