Purdue University’s Distinguished Alumnus, Professor Benjamin Lawson, returns to his hometown to discuss Mark Twain’s diverse writings. While Twain is renowned for his Mississippi River fiction, he also penned non-fiction exploring global locales. Works like The Innocents Abroad and Following the Equator delve into his travels and reflections on diverse cultures, influencing his views on America.

Swing by Modoc’s Market to spend some time with Wabash’s very own American Idol Finalist, Zachariah Smith! Be sure to pick up Zachariah’s favorite drink, aka the Zach Attack Frappe, which is Java Chip, lots of caramel, topped w/made from scratch chocolate chip cookie!

Comedian Joe Gatto is best known for the hit TV shows Impractical Jokers and The Misery Index. He has toured with the Jokers live comedy show to sold-out crowds worldwide, including legendary arenas like Madison Square Garden and the O2 Arena. His non-profit, Gatto Pups and Friends, operates on Long Island, New York, catering to senior and disabled dogs. Gatto hosts the popular comedy podcast Two Cool Moms on the iHeart Radio Podcast Network. Please note: this performance is recommended for audiences ages 16+.

For over three decades, Daniel O’Donnell, a cultural icon, has toured the world, performing folk songs, ballads, and pop classics for audiences worldwide. One of the most successful and prolific recording artists in the U.K., the popular entertainer is the only recording artist in the world to score a hit on the U.K. albums chart every year since 1988.