Evansville Living March/April 2024

BRINKER’S JEWELERS

Incredible home on just shy of 30 acres and has endless amenities! Built in 2021, this home features an open floor plan with endless natural light and beautiful wooded views. Entering through the two-story foyer you will find an office space to your left and craft/hobby room to the right. The foyer opens to the impressive living room with high ceilings, endless windows and two-sided wood burning stone fireplace with custom mantel. On the other side of the fireplace is a hearth area, perfect for sitting and enjoying a fire. The generous kitchen features endless counter space and cabinetry, breakfast bar seating, island, like-new appliances, and stunning views of the scenery. The walk-in pantry with built-ins provides endless space. The owner suite finishes the main floor with beautiful views, high ceilings, dual walk-in closets and ensuite bath, boasting raised height twin sink vanities, jetted tub, and tiled walk-in shower. Upstairs are the remaining four bedrooms in addition to the music room and bonus room. The four car attached garage features epoxy flooring, a shower, garage pantry and laundry basin. Relax on the screened-in porch by the wood burning fireplace and watch all of the wildlife go by.

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42 COVER STORY Weekend Getaways

Adventure is never far from Evansville. Join Evansville Living writers as they explore five regional destinations — like Franklin, Tennessee, pictured below — and the urban attractions, small-town charm, natural beauty, groundbreaking history, and unique dining they each offer.

54 HOME OF THE ISSUE Southern Hospitality

Leanne Banna views herself as the latest caretaker of her historic Henderson, Kentucky, home. From a grand entrance to soaring ceilings, she has much charm to work with.

38 TRENDING NOW 2024 Total Solar Eclipse

Evansville enjoys a front-row seat to this spring’s total solar eclipse. As tourism officials brace for thousands of visitors, others — from residents and businesses to museums and educators — plan to celebrate the main event coming to their backyard.

ON THE COVER Postcards or it didn’t happen, right? Part of the fun of traveling is picking up a souvenir — even better when you can share it with friends! When planning this issue’s weekend getaways feature story, we sourced postcards to serve as visual bookmarks for each trip. Read more starting on page 42.

Photo by Zach Straw

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14 Snapshots

16 Epilogue

How does this year’s solar eclipse differ from 2017’s?

16 Contributors Good Living

19 Q&A

Catch up with retired distance runner Anne Audain

20 In the Spotlight

Baptisttown lands on the National Historic Register

20 Test Drive

Tours unearth little-seen parts of Bosse Field

21 Hoosier Fact

Another regional Lincoln artifact goes on display at the Indiana State Museum

22 Worth the Drive

The 150th Kentucky Derby welcomes a new look Culture

25 Art Talk

Hometown inspires painter Jon Fuchs

26 Behind the Scenes

Fighters spar ahead of this year’s Guns & Hoses charity boxing match

27 Entertainment Center

Go Under the Beams in New Harmony

27 Shelf Life

28 On Stage

Andrea Drury conducts the Evansville Philharmonic Chorus to excellence

30 The Guide

32 Social Life

35 Center of Attention

Two Evansville centenarians reflect on their lives Home & Style

51 Creating Clay and Jesse Gillham bring hygge to Henderson

52 We Were Curious

A love of golf inspired Drew Lappe’s at-home course

52 On the Market

Find elegant country living on Dress Lane

53 Get Inspired

A retired Holiday World executive creates a cozy book nook

53 Garden Style

Evansville’s hardiness zone shifts Food

63 Anatomy of a Dish

These customized spring appetizers are bedeviling

64 Local Flavor A new owner reboots The Slice

65 What We’re

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Summer Travel Guide 75 Get a head start on planning with trending destinations, top culinary experiences, exciting adventures, and more

Education 93

Invest in the future with these local institutions, courses, and programs

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WHERE WILL YOU BE?

Where will you be on April 8?

That’s the question I asked the guide last year as I toured the famed Yerkes Observatory, the birthplace of modern astrophysics, in Williams Bay, Wisconsin.

It was September, and not everyone in the tour group understood the context of my query.

Walter Chadick, the director of programs and external affairs at the observatory, replied, “I’m thinking that I’m going to watch in Evansville, Indiana.”

“Evansville!” I exclaimed to the group of 20 or so. “That’s where I live! Why are you watching the solar eclipse from Evansville?”

“I’m thinking, along with a group of scientists, that Evansville’s going to be a great place to watch.”

Only 43 million people — less than 1 percent of the world’s population — live in what is known as the path of totality, meaning they will experience a total solar eclipse. On April 8, at 2:02 p.m., the 115-milewide path of totality will cross Downtown Evansville. The eclipse will last three minutes in the River City.

There is no comparison between a partial solar eclipse and total solar eclipse.

This was explained by Mitch Luman, former head of the science department at the Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science, at one of the first community eclipse meetings held almost two years ago: “The difference between a partial solar eclipse and a total solar eclipse is akin to just being engaged to be married (versus) going all out, having a wedding, saying your vows, and leaving as a changed person.”

When North America experienced a total solar eclipse on Aug. 21, 2017, Evansville was near but not included in the path of totality. Carbondale, Illinois, and Hopkinsville, Kentucky, were on the path seven years ago. Southern Illinois now is known as the Eclipse Crossroads: The 2024 eclipse totality path will intersect the 2017 totality path at Makanda, Illinois, 10 miles from Carbondale.

More than one million visitors are expected to visit the path in the Hoosier state; up to 80,000 visitors could be drawn to the Evansville area for the day. Where will you be?

In this issue, we’ll first welcome visitors to the River City for the eclipse. Then, we’ll take a few road trips ourselves. Beginning on page 38, writers Amy Lynch and Catherine Anderson show us some of the ways residents and visitors will be able to enjoy our frontrow seats to see the moon position itself between the sun and the earth. Let us hope for a clear day!

Just as Evansville is a convenient city to visit for the eclipse, our location makes regional road trips a breeze. With spring break and summer vacations quickly (yes!) approaching, we highlight five drivable destinations to consider, beginning on page 42. We dispatched Evansville Living staff and freelance writers to Springfield, Illinois; New Albany and Jeffersonville, Indiana; Bardstown, Kentucky; Bowling Green, Kentucky; and Franklin and Leiper’s Fork, Tennessee, to write about the obvious (Lincoln, bourbon, and Corvettes), unique, and quirky.

Top off the tank and hit the road!

I’d like to welcome Evansville’s 34th mayor, Stephanie Terry, to office. When I last wrote, Mayor Terry had been elected and not yet inaugurated. We look forward to writing about Mayor Terry and the initiatives of her administration in Evansville Living, Evansville Business, and our weekly newsletters, Navigator and Insider.

As always, I look forward to hearing from you.

Kristen K. Tucker Editor & Publisher

CRESCENT SHADOWS FROM THE 2017

SOLAR ECLIPSE

WE’RE GRATEFUL FOR OUR

United Way of Southwestern Indiana (UWSWI)

thanks and recognizes our leadership donors who contributed significantly to the 2023 Campaign and enabled UWSWI to continue its vital community work. Collectively, these gifts of at least $1,000 represent more than $1.4 million in charitable investment into Vanderburgh, Warrick, and Spencer counties and go a long way in addressing priority community issues.

Alexis de Tocqueville Society

Tocqueville Society members set the standard for charitable giving in our community by making an annual gift of $10,000 or more. Their commitment inspires others and empowers United Way to do the transformational work of creating an upwardly mobile community. This distinguished group of community-minded investors understands how generosity today impacts the generations of tomorrow.

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Just as the keel of a ship provides structural strength and support for its framework, Keel Club members provide a solid foundation for United Way’s initiatives. Through their annual gift of $1,000 or more, these benevolent donors ensure our programs remain accessible to underserved and marginalized communities.

Admiral

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Curt and Kelley Begle

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Conversation

A TOAST TO EVANSVILLE LIVING’S 2024 WEDDING BOOK

Cheers to gorgeous you, a beautiful story, and big true love (“Natasha and Seth Nicholson”)!

Lexie Fankhouser, via Facebook

This is my daughter’s teacher!

They’re a beautiful couple (“Carly and Clayton Bruce”)!

Julie Murray Cassin, via Facebook

Thank you Evansville Living for the feature (“Susan and Scott Hyatt”). Susan Hyatt, via Facebook

Beautiful couple. And I love the aesthetic y’all chose (“Taryn and Alison Pet rash-Hall”)!

Summer Graves, via Facebook

TOP SHELF

Thank you so much for including my novel, “All Hail, the Queen of the Freaks” (“Shelf Life,” January/February 2024). It truly meant so much, a n d I got so much lovely feedback from it. Again: Thank you!

Rebecca Bailey, Newburgh, Indiana

Holiday Homecoming: Harold Heitzman and his wife, Joann, from New Port Richey, Florida, enjoyed a recent visit to his hometown over the holidays. The North High School alum toured new amenities, including the Deaconess Aquatic Center, and caught up on the latest local happenings in the November/December 2023 issue of Evansville Living

SMARTS TOWN

I would like to suggest that Evansville Living publish an edition titled “Smarts Town” … instead of athletes of Evansville, it could focus on those people and institutions that have contributed to the intellectual and academic fortitude of Evansville. Who would be the Don Mattingly of education, and who would be the Lilly King of local authors? What are the great libraries and classrooms of Evansville? There are so many things to highlight in this great town.

Dr. Ross E. Halvorsen, Evansville

TAKE A BOW

Bravo. (Larry Miller) is loved by many. He deserves his story to be told. Thank you for doing so (“The Hobbyist,” January/ February 2024)!

Amy Musia, via Facebook

HUMBLE HOBBY

Veteran, musician, master gardener and friend to many. Thanks for t e lling his story (“The Hobbyist,” January/February 2024).

Deborah Goldman, via Facebook

SNAPSHOTS

LEAVING A LEGACY

Amazing to see these pieces in person at the Owensboro Museum of Fine Art (“Magical Realism,” January/February 2024)! Talent in the way that teaching does what it was meant to do … construct a legacy that his students and their students will continue forward in this positive path. Christina Vitaioli, via Facebook

WILD AT ART

Fantastic article (“Magical Realism,” January/February 2024)! I look forward to viewing the exhibition!

Tory Schendel-Vyvoda, via Facebook

PEDAL TO THE METAL

Thank you for the feature (“Cool Greens,” January/February 2024)!

Emerald Design, via Facebook

HOMETOWN REMINISCING

I love your magazine and content. Spent my first 25 years in Evansville and this publication brings back so many fond memories for me (“Go Bold,” January Insider e-newsletter). Jon Crunk, via Facebook

On the Road: The March/April 2023 issue accompanied Newburgh, Indiana, resident Peggy Hardesty, sister DeeDee Dayhoff, mother Maria Horn, and daughter Mallory Shulman during a June 2023 vacation to the Northeast. The family is shown taking the train from Beacon, New York, to New York City.

Cheers to 30 Years: Evansville residents Sabine and Jim Wathen brought along a copy of November/December 2023 Evansville Living as they celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary in Panama City, Florida, in December.

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Epilogue

182 SECONDS OF DARKNESS

Compared to the 2017 solar eclipse, this year’s event ups the ante

BY JODI KEEN

Ashadow is cast over Evansville. Astronomers are visiting town, speaking at gatherings of attentive listeners. Baristas pour moon-themed lattes. “Don’t forget your eclipse glasses!” is becoming a common refrain.

We’re not just talking about the total solar eclipse passing over Evansville on April 8. Eclipse fever was high on Aug. 21, 2017. As described in Evansville Living’s July/August 2017 cover story, the River City went all out, despite not being at 100 percent totality.

This time around, Evansville is an eclipse destination. The city is positioned squarely in the path of totality for three minutes and two seconds, besting 2017’s time of 160 seconds of darkness. Excitement is palpable, with good reason: According to Ball State University’s planetarium, Aug. 7, 1869, was the last time a total solar eclipse was visible in Indiana.

Evansville is capitalizing on its position in the path of totality by welcoming enthusiasts,

LISA MOWRY

“I love writing about people and their homes because these stories reflect a lifetime of collecting, family tales, history, and the importance of neighborhood.”

For 30 years, Atlanta, Georgia-based Lisa Mowry has written about interior design, architecture, and travel for publications all over the U.S., such as Better Homes & Gardens, Country Home, Luxe Interiors & Design Southeast, Atlanta Magazine, and the former Traditional Home. The North Carolina native is a graduate of Wake Forest University and loves to travel near and far. Fun fact: Her wildlife biologist husband studied African primates, and she once lived in a tent in Kenya helping him. She shares other home and design stories on Instagram @lisamowry. Her profile on Leanne Banna’s charming Henderson, Kentucky, home starts on page 54.

including many who ventured to Hopkinsville, Kentucky, in 2017. Instead of taking tour groups out of town, the Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science will host them. Weekend-long festivities are spread throughout the region. Several blocks of Riverside Drive are shutting down for folks to watch the eclipse. Anticipating heavy traffic, school is called off for the day. It seems everyone — resident and visitor alike — has again caught eclipse fever.

“It’s more than just a scientific oddity. It truly is one of nature’s wonders,” Mitch Luman, then-director of science experiences at the Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science, told Evansville Living in 2017. “It is one of those events of awe that just doesn’t come around very often.”

How special, then, that our region gets to enjoy two within 10 years. So, stake out your viewing spot, don your safety glasses, and enjoy Evansville’s 182 seconds of darkness.

CONTRIBUTORS

AMY LYNCH

“Everyone, everywhere, and everything has its own unique story to tell. To discover it, all you have to do is be curious enough to ask questions, pay attention, and listen.”

Amy Lynch is an Indianapolis-based freelance writer specializing in Midwestern food and travel. An active member of the Midwest Travel Journalists Association and the Bourbon Women association, she enjoys road trips with her teenage child, books, live music, and breakfast all day. Find her on Instagram @mostlymidwestern23. Her article about a chest of drawers built by Abraham Lincoln’s father is on page 21.

TRACEY TEO

“I love covering the American South because there are so many untold stories there. Sometimes the South is portrayed as one big homogenous region, but it’s so diverse in its traditions, celebrations, history, and foodways.”

Tracey Teo is a local freelance travel journalist who has written several articles for Evansville Living. A Kentucky native, she covers the American South, southeast Asia, and cruises for a variety of publications including BBC Travel, Crossroads AAA membership magazine, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the Star Tribune of Minneapolis, Minnesota, and more. She posts about her travels on Instagram @gobigor gohome2. Find her preview of the 150th Kentucky Derby on page 22.

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HISTORY IN BAPTISTTOWN P.20

A STEP AHEAD

Award-winning runner Anne Audain advocates fitness for ‘all shapes, sizes, ages, and abilities’

BY JODI KEEN

Famed New Zealand middleand long-distance runner

Anne Audain knows a thing or two about fitness. Born with cleft feet that were corrected with surgery at age 14, she recovered by running and went on to set a 1982 world record in the 5000 meters, compete in three Olympic Games and four Commonwealth Games, and earn several Hall of Fame inductions.

By the 1990s, Audain had moved to Boulder, Colorado, then to Boise, Idaho, where her love of health and fitness led her to create the Idaho Women’s Celebration 5K. Now in its 20th year and called FitOne Boise, the race has attracted up to 17,000 participants.

Now retired in Evansville, where she has lived since 1997 with husband and fellow running enthusiast Chuck Whobrey, Audain channels her passion for fitness into advocating for community-minded movement.

Q: How did running improve your overall health?

A: I’d suffered really bad migraines as a kid to the point where I’d have to take days off from school, or my mum would come and pick me up from the sick bay. I’d get double vision and know a migraine was coming.

The stress of my feet and the teasing at school (caused) the migraines. ... The moment

I found my freedom to be a runner and was out there set free … all the shackles came off. I’ve never had a headache since.

Q: What have you observed about Americans’ overall health and fitness?

A: I think that’s a state-by-state situation. ... Look at where all the world elites come to be on the American circuit, it’s Boulder, Colorado, Albuquerque, New Mexico, Flagstaff, Arizona, Eugene, Oregon ... because everybody is outdoors and they’ve got the environment to get outdoors and exercise.

I’ ll tell you how I built that event out in Boise to 17,000 women and children ... I’d say to these ladies who were very overweight, “The only difference between me and you is I’ve got a genetic gift. And what I needed to make that genetic gift work for me, I had to be committed, disciplined, focused, (and) healthy. What I put into my body had to treat my body as a Mercedes and not a pickup truck. … You’ve just got to have the same mentality.” And I wanted to prove that all shapes, sizes, ages, and abilities could do a 5K. … If you went out and walked a 5K three or four times a week, your whole life would be so much better. Running and walking is the most cost-effective health care that a person can have. All you need is a pair of shoes and the environment.

HIT THE TRAIL Fitness gets Anne Audain fired up. While living in Boise, Idaho, in the 1990s, she founded a 5K to motivate women to get healthier. “It’s now families, and the fathers are out there with the kids,” she says. “It’s everything I always wanted.” Now, Audain has turned her attention to increasing the number of running-friendly trails in and around Evansville. Read more at evansvilleliving.com.

Q: What does retirement look like for you?

A: I do my exercise first every morning. I read a lot, I work outdoors. I’ve got a huge yard, and I love gardening. I run every day (but) I can’t run a hundred meters now at the pace that I used to be able to do a full marathon. That’s just the aging process. … People say, “You can’t run like you used to.” Of course I can’t. (Laughs) It’s just a talent that you wear out. … I know a lot of athletes have a really hard time with that, and I just never have. I just know how to stay fit and healthy.

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Long-Awaited Recognition

Baptisttown joins the National Historic Register

BY JOHN MARTIN, WITH JODI KEEN

Baptisttown’s placement on the National Register of Historic Places is bringing newfound pride in the neighborhood and the Evansville African American Museum.

The application process lifted off in 2021 when Indiana Landmarks joined forces with local leaders. Evansville’s Department of Metropolitan Development also brought Indianapolis historic preservation consultant Kurt Garner on board to guide the local application team.

Baptisttown’s social and cultural significance boosted its case for inclusion, says retired DMD Director Kelley Coures. The neighborhood was found to have 76 historic resources such as Lincoln School, and the sites of the Evansville Argus Black newspaper, a business district, and the segregated Miller swimming pool.

“There was a togetherness there. There was a pride,” says Evansville African American Museum Executive Di-

rector Kori Miller. “Those are things I’d like to see come back to the community.”

The U.S. Department of the Interior and Indiana Department of Natural Resources finalized Baptisttown’s designation in December. To mark the occasion, the city will place signs. The first one — in the National Register’s signature black and gold — is to come early this year.

Coures says the designation for Baptisttown “is there forever” and “sends a beacon around the world. Tourists go around the country and world who only travel to see Black history landmarks.”

Baptisttown’s placement on the National Register can mean only good things for the museum, says Miller, who hopes it will help the facility secure additional funding from organizations devoted to historic preservation.

“The door has been opened,” he says.

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Learn something new in a guided tour of Bosse Field

BY JODI KEEN

SURE, YOU’VE BEEN TO BOSSE

FIELD to cheer on Evansville Otters baseball or the Triplets or Braves before them. Maybe you were an extra in 1991 during filming of “A League of Their Own.” Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes? Step into the dugout of the 109-year-old stadium.

The Scoop

Guided by Public Address Announcer Zane Clodfelter, hourlong tours cover everything between the rooftop and the bowels of the ballpark. Get a bird’s-eye view of the field from the press box. Pay homage to the Otters’ first coach, Charles Boots, in the home team’s locker room. Study retired jerseys and one-of-a-kind memorabilia in the clubhouse.

The Verdict

Whether you grew up visiting Bosse Field or this is your first time, you’ll learn something new — like that the ballpark’s exterior was white stucco, not red brick, through the 1950s. Plus, sitting in the Rockford Peaches’ World Series dugout is a treat.

Need to Know

Tours are available 9 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays and involve lots of walking and climbing stairs. Just like general admission seats to a game, tours cost $5 per person.

SEVENTH-INNING STRETCH

evansvilleotters.com/bosse-field-tours

LIVING HISTORY The presence of so many landmarks in Baptisttown helped the Evansville African American Museum get the neighborhood listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Officials want to mark the designation with multiple sign placements over the next few years.

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TREASURE CHEST

A bureau built by Abraham Lincoln’s father joins a display of historic artifacts

BY AMY LYNCH

Steve Haaff, a Spencer County native and an authority on 1800s furniture made by Abraham Lincoln’s father, Thomas, gets a lot of phone calls. Callers wonder if they might be sitting on a historical artifact at home, but many turn out to be false leads fed by rumor and legend. When descendants of William Wood reached out from Kansas City, Missouri, several years ago asking Haaff to look at a chest of drawers they owned, his interest was immediately piqued.

“We knew about this chest but had no idea where it was or what had happened to it over time,” Haaff says. “A book back in the 1800s referenced the bureau, and the family believed it had been made by Thomas Lincoln. We flew out and identified it.”

Dur ing Abraham’s formative Southern Indiana years between the ages of 7 and 21, friends and neighbors commissioned his father to build furniture like this circa-1820 cherry wood Federal-style bowfront chest with maple inlay. Living just over a mile apart, it is safe to assume the Woods and the Lincolns would have enjoyed a close relationship.

Fast forward a couple of centuries. A direct Wood descendant, Mildred Moore, remembers her family storing linens, dresses, fabric, and other items in the chest through the years. As a girl, she and her sisters each claimed a drawer; Mildred used hers as a place to stash rag dolls.

“It’s always been in the house,” she recalls. “We didn’t know what to do with it. What do you do with an antique?”

Moore loaned it to the Indiana State Museum in Indianapolis for display alongside two Thomas Lincoln-made corner cabinets and a bench mallet used by Abraham, first publicly revealed in Spencer County in early 2016.

to it,” says Susannah Koerber, Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites’ chief curator and research officer.

“(The chest) is such a beautiful piece, and important not only for the fine craftsmanship and beauty of it but also for the provenance and family story that’s attached

The expanded Lincoln cabin display was unveiled on Jan. 25 as part of the “19th State” exhibit, where the chest will remain on view indefinitely.

LINCOLN’S BOYHOOD LIFE This circa-1820 cherry wood Federal-style bowfront chest is credited to Abraham Lincoln’s father, Thomas, and was built for a neighboring family in Spencer County. Their descendants have donated the chest to the Indiana State Museum, where it is displayed along with two Thomas Lincolncrafted corner cabinets and a bench mallet used by Abraham, as profiled in May/June 2016 Evansville Living

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DOWN THE STRETCH THEY COME!

What’s new at Churchill Downs ahead of this year’s Kentucky Derby

BY TRACEY TEO

Jockey Oliver Lewis surging his chestnut colt Aristides to the finish line on May 17, 1875, was the first of many history-making moments at Louisville, Kentucky’s Churchill Downs Racetrack, home to the “greatest two minutes in sports.”

Fans attending the 150th Run for the Roses on May 4 will notice a blend of tradition and innovation during the sesquicentennial celebration of pageantry and horse racing.

Churchill Downs, a National Historic Landmark, has expanded its saddling paddock for $200 million, doubling its size and adding

seating. The stalls are being relocated beneath Churchill’s iconic twin spires. Also new is Club SI, a luxury dining experience on the west side of the paddock that is a partnership between Sports Illustrated and Churchill Downs.

A 90-minute Superstars a nd Spires Tour provides a behind-the-scenes peek at private areas such as the exclusive Millionaires Row, where celebrities and dignitaries sip mint juleps with an enviable view of the finish line.

At the adjacent Kentucky Derby Museum, the “Black Heritage in Racing” exhibit

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chronicles the Black equestrians who worked as jockeys, breeders, trainers, and groomers and dominated the sport in the latter half of the 19th century.

Upstairs, view the museum’s newest permanent exhibit honoring Secretariat, who won the 1973 Kentucky Derby in his first step to a Triple Crown sweep. Visitors can relive each of the three races on a 10-foot screen.

Get to Louisville early for the Kentucky Derby Festival, which runs for two weeks leading up to the race and includes a gospel concert, balloon fest, and the annual Thunder over Louisville.

Kentucky Derby Festival • April 13-May 1, 2024 • kdf.org

Kentucky Derby • May 4, 2024 • kentuckyderby.com

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STROKES OF EXCELLENCE

Jon Fuchs’ painting inspiration comes from within

The COVID-19 pandemic was a dark time for Jon Fuchs. His beloved twin brother, Von, passed away from the virus. He mourned the loss with a hobby he had rekindled over the previous several years: painting with watercolors.

Fuchs’ home studio became a wellspring of creativity.

“I started saying, I’m going to paint a new painting every Monday and post it on Facebook to give people something positive to look at, something to look forward to,” the North High School graduate says.

These days, Fuchs is a watercolorist in demand. He’s been commissioned by the Deaconess Aquatic Center, Ivy Tech Community

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College’s Evansville campus, and others to paint their facilities. He sells his works online, in local shops, and at art fairs.

The first Evansville image Fuchs painted was of the old Greyhound bus terminal, which had not yet reopened as a restaurant. “My brother rescued greyhounds, so I put a greyhound running across the sky,” he says.

His work depicts Bosse Field, schools, businesses, and landmarks in the Haynie’s Corner Arts District, plus Main Street’s iron arch and the Four Freedoms Monument. One of his favorites is a painting of the Old Vanderburgh County Courthouse under a soft moonglow.

Fuchs does not just do Evansville scenes. Some of his works come with a poem or writing that discusses what inspired the image. He often draws from spiritual impulses, such as a desert scene titled “Praise Him” that includes the words, “Praise HIM with wood and stone … Praise HIM with brush and paint, pencil and bone …”

Special touches are hidden in several works. In a Victory Theatre painting, the illuminated marquee promotes a performance of “The Nutcracker.” A keen eye can spot a ballet dancer tucked into a cloud above.

Fuchs is retired after spending most of his professional career with the now-closed Evansville commercial printing company Krieger-Ragsdale & Co. He lost a finger on his left hand in an on-the-job accident years ago, but fortunately for Fuchs and his hobby, he is right-handed.

Fuchs says his mother — who was widowed in 1958 when his father died in an automobile accident when the twins were only two — encouraged his love of art. So did his wife, Mary, who passed away in November.

“Every day,” Fuchs says, “I wake up and I’m thankful that God gave me eyes to see and hands to paint. And I’m not the best painter, but I’m the best nine-fingered painter.”

Fuchs’ artwork is for sale at merchants including River City Coffee + Goods and Inman’s Picture Framing & Gallery.

JON FUCHS

READY TO SPAR

Fighters undergo weeks of conditioning before annual Guns & Hoses

BY ZACH EVANS

Firefighters sweated and panted as they worked on drills in the basement of the Old Vanderburgh County Courthouse.

“That’s how I want y’all throwing punches, like someone kicked your dog,” says Evansville Fire Department Inspector Mike Doran.

No, they weren’t prepping to literally fight fire with punches — the group was training for the 16th annual Guns & Hoses, a charity boxing event pitting Tri-State firefighters against law enforcement.

The bouts are only three one-minute rounds, but it takes months of work for the 15 fighters to prepare.

In the 12 weeks prior to the main event, fighters train with experienced coaches on alternating days in a gym at the Old Courthouse. Practices include sparring, heavy-hitting cardio, and drills to punch up participants’ offensive and defensive skills. In addition to local fighters, others come from agencies in Owensboro and Henderson, Kentucky, Mount Carmel, Illinois, and elsewhere.

Daniel Orange is an experienced fighter, and not just from his four Guns & Hoses bouts. The Evansville firefighter also is a two-time Indiana Golden Gloves champion.

“One of the big things I tell new guys is don’t worry about losing,” Orange says. “The more you focus on it … the more nervous you’re going to get.”

Evansville Police Department Sgt. Sam Smith has fought in every Guns & Hoses since 2015. He admits he can be intense when it comes down to the match.

What helped him relax two years ago? Dancing down the aisle to Donna Summer’s “Hot Stuff.”

Bragging rights also are on the line. Team Hoses has edged Team Guns in overall wins, 8-7.

Evansville Police Department’s Special Projects Coordinator Taylor Merriss is readying for her third match. Preparing can be extensive, including dietary changes and individual regimens, but it’s worth it for her.

Guns & Hoses has raised approximately $2 million for 911 Gives Hope since 2008. The local nonprofit has helped Prader-Willi Syndrome causes, constructed Mickey’s Kingdom playground, and grants money to dozens of regional children’s organizations and charities each year.

“I’ve been able to see where the money goes, and it is so important for our community,” Merriss says.

GUNS & HOSES April 13, 7 p.m. 911giveshope.com

BLOW BY BLOW Police officers and firefighters practice at least twice weekly for Guns & Hoses in a gym at the Old Vanderburgh County Courthouse. Sessions focus on footwork, sparring, stamina, and technique. Fighters like Team Guns’ Sam Smith, left, also put in extra hours of training and conditioning on their own.

NATE CUNNINGHAM, ANDREW BOWEN, AND CHASE KNIGHT OF TEAM HOSES

DON HARRIS, TAYLOR MERRISS, AND NEFTY PADILLA OF TEAM GUNS

MIKE DORAN AND DALTON GRAY OF TEAM HOSES

New Harmony Sound

Under the Beams concert series brings diversity of musical performers and styles

BY JOHN MARTIN

AS

IT NEARS

a quarter century of shows, New Harmony, Indiana’s Under the Beams concert series still feels like a well-kept secret.

It started in 2001 as a New Harmony Artists Guild program in the Rapp-Owen Granary, which recently had been restored. Founder Liz Mumford, noting the distinct beams inside the Granary, came up with the name.

Held monthly from January through April, Under the Beams moved to Murphy Auditorium in 2014. Organizers take pride in diversity: The series has hosted performers of 34 nationalities and introduced audiences to numerous genres.

This season, Under the Beams has featured a classical pianist and a folk/

bluegrass/fusion act. Still to come are Mostly Kosher, a klezmer and rock band, and Mokoomba, a Zimbabwean act with a capella harmonies and beats that get the audience to its feet.

“We use the slogan ‘bringing the world to our stage’ because that is what we do,” Mumford says. “Being right in the center of the Midwest, our small town of 800 does not have a lot of diversity that larger cities have, so we simply bring these cultural performances in and try to get them in front of as many people as possible.”

The 24th season is dedicated to Terry Becker, the series’ board chairman and a longtime Evansville music educator who died in 2023.

Under the Beams started a fund in Becker’s name that supports taking visiting musicians into local schools. The concert series is wholly supported by volunteers and donors.

“We do it because we love music and love New Harmony,” Mumford says. “Some years are great with donations, and some we barely scrape by. But we always seem to raise enough to keep going.”

BY JODI KEEN WITH MAGGIE VALENTI

Baseball in Evansville: Booms, Busts and One Global Disaster

Kevin Wirthwein

2020, The History Press

“Keeping professional baseball in the river city was nearly impossible throughout the 1800s. Financial failures were the norm. Scandals and misappropriations were plenty. Colorful characters and weird events were everywhere. … The history of Evansville baseball during the nineteenth century is extraordinary.” – Introduction

Just in time for spring training, sportswriter and Evansville native Kevin Wirthwein’s book debut takes readers through the chaotic history of baseball in Evansville from the building of historic Bosse Field to the rise of one team to the Minor League’s highest level.

Gabby & Bella

The Rescue Dogs

Carol Maupin

2023, Independently Published

“It was a warm day in Evansville. But no one was feeling the heat more than the Rescue Dogs, Bella and Gabby. They were stuck on the roof of their house with no way to get down. Bella was furious with Gabby. ‘You did it to me again Gabby!’ … Gabby cowered in fear. ‘I’m sorry Bella, I couldn’t wait to go on another adventure with you.’” – page 25

What would you do if granted laser vision and supersonic speed? These pups put their new powers to good use. This children’s book is Evansville resident Maupin’s third publication.

I’ll Bake You Happy

Donnie Mays

2023, Found

“I’m completely self-taught when it comes to cookie making, pie creating, or cake decorating, and honestly, it wasn’t till the great COVID pandemic that really gave me the time to finally find something that I enjoyed. … Some of the recipes in this book are where it all started for me but not where it ends.” – page 3

Evansville foodie Donnie Mays’ newest cookbook shares his favorite recipes and twists on old favorites, like peanut butter and jelly macarons and Sprite pie. Find Donnie’s tips for an impressive array of deviled eggs on page 63.

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Culture ON THE STAGE

GIVING VOICE TO THE FUTURE

Chorus Master Andrea Drury conducts the vocal side of the Evansville Philharmonic

BY TIMOTHY WEIR

Chorus Master Andrea Drury nods, and 40 blended voices flow out across the candlelit church pews. Drury and Evansville Philharmonic Conductor Laureate Alfred Savia were weaving their musical forces in George Frideric Handel’s “Messiah” at Trinity United Methodist Church, an Evansville holiday tradition each December.

“I ENJOY HELPING SINGERS FIND THEIR BEST SINGING VOICE, AND DEVELOP A PASSION FOR SINGING AND CHORAL MUSIC.”

— ANDREA DRURY, EVANSVILLE PHILHARMONIC CHORUS MASTER

Drury rehearsed her professional and amateur singers for weeks to deliver the music’s full emotional impact.

“In Andrea, chorus members have someone who extensively studied vocal techniques and is an extraordinary soprano herself,” Savia says. “For those who haven’t formally studied singing, her rehearsals are like lessons with a very good voice teacher.”

“I enjoy helping singers find their best singing voice, and develop a passion for singing and choral music,” Drury says.

After earning her Master of Music in Vocal Performance from The Ohio State University in 2000, Texas-born Drury and her husband Tom — himself a musician — moved to Evansville. She led North High School’s choir from 2005 to 2014 before becoming EVSC’s fine arts specialist for vocal music. This is her 11th year leading the philharmonic chorus, with Tom its accompanist.

“Not only is Andrea a fantastic conductor and teacher, she has a stunning voice,” Philharmonic Music Director Roger Kalia says. And it was on full display in January during the University of Southern Indiana’s inaugural opera “Ruth.”

“The soprano role she sang is extremely demanding technically and musically, and she did a beautiful job,” says Kalia, who conducted.

The chorus performs up to six times a season and rehearses weekly. Drury’s interest in diverse musical genres is helping Kalia reach younger audiences.

“I enjoy collaborating with Andrea, because she is a wonderful artistic partner and a joy to work with,” Kalia says. “We both want to perform music that inspires the audience.”

Their recent Pops season opener, “Universe of Superheroes,” did just that. It featured music from movies “Black Panther” and “Spiderman” and video games “Halo” and “Final Fantasy.” In the video game music, Drury had the chorus emulate a synthesizer. “Without words, the meaning had to come completely from the music,” she says.

“‘Universe’ brought an entirely new audience to the Victory and was one of our season’s most successful concerts,” Kalia says.

CHORAL CADENCE Directing the Evansville Philharmonic Chorus means crafting a new performance lineup each season and frequent training, such as this rehearsal at Trinity United Methodist Church. Chorus Master Andrea Drury takes this in stride. “She is a wonderful artistic partner and a joy to work with,” Philharmonic Music Director Roger Kalia says.

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Sunday, March 17 at 2

Victory Theatre

PERFORMERS

Roger Kalia, Conductor

Steve Lippia, Vocalist

Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra PROGRAM

Fly Me To The Moon

New York, New York•My Way

Send in the Clowns

I’ve Got You Under My Skin

I’ve Got The World On A String

The Lady is a Tramp

Hit songs made famous by Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Vic Damone, and others

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MARCH

MARCH 14-17

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Editor’s Note: Event dates were accurate as of press time. Before attending, check with the organization or venue for the latest event news. Find a full calendar of events at evansvilleliving.com/events.

BY MAGGIE VALENTI

Seven women team up to save the U.S. president from a global crisis in this comedy.

2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., University of Evansville May Studio Theatre, 1800 Lincoln Ave., evansville.edu/majors/theatre

MARCH 16

Southern Indiana Comic Book Show Buy, sell, or trade comic books and materials with 20 dealers from four states.

10 a.m.-5 p.m., Washington Square Mall, 4800 Washington Ave., Southern Indiana Comic Book Show on Facebook

MARCH 16

Easter in the Park

Hunt for more than 15,000 colorful eggs and enjoy food trucks and live entertainment.

11 a.m.-1 p.m., Friedman Park, 2700 Park Blvd., Newburgh, Indiana, warrickparksfoundation.org

MARCH 17

Simply Swingin’: Great American Crooners

The Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra and vocalist Steve Lippa perform standards made famous by Sammy Davis Jr., Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Billy Joel, and more.

2 p.m., Victory Theatre, 600 Main St., evansvillephilharmonic.org

MARCH 21

Tucker Dupree

A record-setting swimmer and Paralympic medalist delivers an address for Disability Awareness Month.

6-7:30 p.m., University of Southern Indiana Carter Hall, 8600 University Blvd., usi.edu

MARCH 21

Speak Series: Kate Quinn

This author of historical fiction discusses her research and work at this free event.

7 p.m., Old National Events Plaza Ballroom A, 715 Locust St., evpl.org

MARCH 23

Crafting for the Cure 2024: Living Life Large and Lovely

This daylong crafting extravaganza includes meals and benefits cancer research.

8 a.m.-8 p.m., Vanderburgh 4-H Center Auditorium, 201 E. Boonville-New Harmony Road, Vanderburgh County Extension Homemakers on Facebook

MARCH 23

West Side Nut Club Easter Egg Hunt

It’s a race to find more than 13,000 eggs and collect the prizes inside.

1 p.m., Mater Dei High School, 1300 Harmony Way, nutclub.org

MARCH 23-24

Southern Indiana Dance Marathon

Get on your feet for this 12-hour fundraiser supporting the Riley Children’s Foundation.

noon-midnight, University of Southern Indiana, 8600 University Blvd., usi.edu

MARCH 26-30

NCAA Division II Men’s Basketball Championship

Enjoy Elite Eight competition among the top men’s teams in DII college ball.

Ford Center, One S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., ncaa.com

APRIL

APRIL 10

Patricia Snyder Concert and Lecture Series presents: Sarah Frey

“Pumpkin Queen” Sarah Frey, founder of Frey Farms in Keenes, Illinois, speaks about her farm’s expansion into nine states and success in agribusiness.

7 p.m., University of Evansville Ridgway University Center, 1800 Lincoln Ave., evansville.edu

APRIL 13

Spring YART

Find original pieces of art by regional creators at this sale set at the historic Native American site.

Angel Mounds State Historic Site, 8215 Pollack Ave., facebook.com/ YARTSALE

APRIL 13

Party for the Planet

Celebrate Earth Day early with live music, lawn games, animal encounters, and more.

10 a.m.-2 p.m., Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden, 1545 Mesker Park Drive, meskerparkzoo.com

APRIL 17-20

First Brush of Spring Plein Air Paint Out

Artists paint alfresco around the Utopian community.

Hoosier Art Salon New Harmony, 507 Church St., New Harmony, Indiana, hoosiersalon.org

APRIL 18

Festival of Nations

Connect with Evansville’s multinational communities through performances, informational booths, music, food, and more.

5-8 p.m., Old National Events Plaza, 715 Locust St., evscschools.com/ festivalofnations

APRIL 20

Earth Day at Wesselman Woods and Howell Wetlands

Get in tune with Mother Nature with guided hikes, animal encounters, and more within the country’s largest tract of urban old-growth forest. Wesselman Woods, 551 N. Boeke Road, wesselmanwoods.org/earthday, Howell Wetlands, 1400 S. Tekoppel Ave.

APRIL 26

Wine Walk

Sip wines from Bloomington’s award-winning Oliver Winery while browsing the wares of Downtown merchants, listening to live music, entering contests, and more.

5:30-8:30 p.m., Main Street, downtownevansville.com

APRIL 26-28

Ohio Valley Birding Festival

Premier birdwatching and hiking take center stage at this two-day annual festival hosted by the Evansville Audubon Society in cooperation with Wesselman Woods and John James Audubon State Park. Multiple locations throughout Southern Indiana and Henderson, Kentucky, evvaudubon.org

APRIL 27

Spring Bloom

This all-ages arts and music festival displays talent by regional musicians, artists, and creators.

The Elm, 120 N. Elm St., Henderson, Kentucky., facebook.com/ fuchsiafest

APRIL 27

Philharmonic Season Finale

The orchestra closes the season with classics from Dinuk Wijeratne, Sergei Rachmaninoff, and more.

7-9 p.m., Victory Theatre, 600 Main St., evansvillephilharmonic.org

Culture SOCIAL LIFE

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF SOUTHWESTERN INDIANA TAPPING

PARTY & BIG RECRUITMENT EVENT Jan. 6, Barker Brewhouse Sherri Bell, Mary Allen, and Denise Biggerstaff

PAINT NIGHT Jan. 18, Myriad Brewing Company, Newburgh, Indiana Sara Jackson, Lucy Jackson, and Avery Tedford

SIGNATURE SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL

DINNER Feb. 3, C.K. Newsome Community Center Sydney Pope, Johnathan Pope, Femi Durosinmi-Etti, Savannah Pope, Chandra Pope, Enida Durosinmi-Etti, Toby Durosinmi-Etti, Pearl Quartey-Kumapley, Ethan Kumapley, and Raymond Kumapley

METRO BALLROOM DANCE CLUB COMMUNITY DANCE Dec. 16, 2023, Veterans Memorial Coliseum Randy Kuester, Cecilia Kuester, Thomas Weber, Jennifer Weber, Charlie Hall, Paula Hall, Kip Kniese, Donna Kniese, Karen Barnes Ellis, Kitty West, and John Hershman

HOT STOVE LEAGUE’S NIGHT OF MEMORIES Jan. 20, University of Evansville Don Mattingly and Tony Perez

SUPERBRIDE SUNDAY Feb. 4, Bally’s Evansville Karen Head, Catherine Head, Linda Kamuf, and Caroline Head

RACIAL JUSTICE COMMUNITY PRAYER SERVICE Feb. 4, University of Evansville The Rev. Heather Foley, the Rev. Holly Zaher, the Rev. Gerald Arnold, Rob Shelby, Ali Saqib, the Rev. Walter Fisher, Ed Scharf, the Rev. Floyd Edwards, and Karuna Pandit

LAMPION CENTER’S CHOCOLATE AFFAIR Feb. 3, Bally’s Evansville Carrie Poag, Karen Lawson, Lori Couts, Kate Carter, Cory Sutton, Mikhayla Cook, Rachel Moesner, Ginger Whitler, Amy Marshall, and Sally Willett

DEMOLITION CITY ROLLER DERBY’S 17TH BIRTHDAY

PARTY Jan. 27, Evansville

Skate World Christie Grubb

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Join us for a full day of fun for all ages at USI. Solarpalooza is no charge for participants and will be the region’s premier destination for a stellar experience on eclipse day.

BREAKING BARRIERS: An Astronaut’s Inspiring & Winding Road to Space

Sunday, April 7, 2024 at 7 p.m.

Screaming Eagles Arena

Plan to attend the Romain College of Business Innovative Speaker Series to hear Joan Higginbotham’s inspiring journey. Her presentation will take the audience aboard her STS-116 space shuttle mission to the International Space Station and explore how preparation, passion and perseverance were key to her successful voyage into space. She will also reveal lessons learned along her path to becoming the third African American woman to travel in space.

This presentation is made possible through private gifts to the USI Foundation.

Evansville, Indiana

Monday, April 8, 2024

Register online and receive free viewing glasses.

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ONE HUNDRED YEARS OF LIFE

Two Evansville centenarians share the experiences that defined their lives

BY MAGGIE VALENTI

What was Evansville like 100 years ago? Benjamin Bosse High School opened for class on Evansville’s East Side in January 1924. The city’s first radio station, WGBF AM, was in its inaugural year of broadcasting. The first formal baseball team at Evansville College — now the University of Evansville — debuted that April.

The U.S. careened from the Roaring Twenties to the Great Depression to World War II, one decade after another. There are few people in Evansville today who were alive through it all. Marilyn Stone, 101, and Helen Thomas, 102, are among them.

Many would help with the war effort. That is just what Helen did. Born in 1921 as one of eight siblings, Helen Wildt grew up on a farm near Howell Wetlands in Evansville’s Union Township. Her family lived close to Burdette Park, where Helen and her friends often went ice skating in the winter. She left school in the eighth grade and later earned her GED. Employed by the Indiana Bell Telephone Company, Helen started as a switchboard operator and moved up to multi-line PBX operator. Working split shifts, she walked 32 blocks to and from work Downtown each day.

“I’ve had a busy life,” Helen says.

She and her sister, Evelyn, 104, constructed P-47 Thunderbolt planes for Republic Aviation during World War II. Helen installed medical kits for pilots in the cockpits and built propeller blades in the hangars.

Helen and her husband, Edmund, met at Burdette Park’s roller-skating rink and married in 1943. After the war, they moved to Miami, Florida, where Helen worked for Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Company and Ed was employed as a foreman at Aluminum Fabrications. The couple moved back to Evansville after two years because Helen missed her relatives.

Resettling in Indiana, the couple had two daughters, Sandy and Cheril, and Helen stayed home to raise them before attending the former Tri-State Beauty College at age 38. After graduating, Helen worked as a beautician for 10 years out of an added room in the couple’s home. Ed remodeled houses and was a foreman for Whirlpool and Sterling Brewery.

Retired by age 50, Helen spent much of the rest of her 63year marriage to Ed traveling. They visited all but four states via motorcoach and traveled to Canada, Mexico, and Cuba. The

A CENTURY OF REFLECTIONS “I’ve had a good life,” Helen Thomas, 102, says of her two daughters, four grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and a loving marriage to late husband Ed. She and her sister Evelyn, 104, contributed to the World War II efforts in their hometown of Evansville, where Helen has lived for most of her life. PHOTO OF HELEN THOMAS

HELEN THOMAS

EDMUND “ED” THOMASSANDY AND CHERIL THOMAS

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couple went on four cruises and toured 10 European countries.

Their travels produced memorable experiences. Upon climbing the Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy, “I was scared to death that thing was going to fall while I was up there,” Helen says.

Afraid of heights, Helen defied her fear by summiting the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France, and the Space Needle in Seattle, Washington, during her adventures with Ed. He placed six love letters in random drawers throughout their home, which she found after he passed in 2006. Helen never remarried.

“We had a lot of good times together,” she says.

Eighteen years later, Helen has made a life for herself. At Solarbron, a CarDon-brand senior living center on Evansville’s West Side, she often decorates the hallways and, though using a walker, she gets around fine.

“I never thought I’d reach this age,” she says. “I’ve had such a good life.”

Looking back, some of Helen’s favorite memories include dancing at the former Club Trocadero — which became famous in the 1940s for its active nightlife — and the Eagles Club. Her advice for a long and healthy life is to exercise.

Marilyn Stone’s advice is, “Have fun — just not too much fun.”

Daughter Janet Raisor says her mother has lived a healthy life, despite her dementia diagnosis at age 95. Marilyn had three children with her first husband, Robert Oldenburg, who died in 1979. Their son, John Oldenburg, passed away in 2007. Youngest child Anne Brady lives in Durham, North Carolina.

Born in 1922, Marilyn is the daughter of W.C. Bussing Sr., the late president of the Evansville Printing Corporation, which brought the Courier and the Press newspapers under one ownership team. Several

RIVER CITY ROOTS Marilyn Stone’s father, W.C. Bussing Sr., raised her and her brother, W.C. “Bud” Bussing Jr., by himself after her mother died of tuberculosis when Marilyn was young. The family lived in Denver, Colorado, and then Baltimore, Maryland, before eventually making their way back to Evansville.

MARILYN STONE

generations of her father’s family have lived in Evansville. Her nephew, Bill Bussing, owns the Evansville Otters Frontier League baseball team.

Though she lived in Denver, Colorado, and Baltimore, Maryland, for brief periods growing up, Marilyn returned to Evansville and attended Reitz Memorial High School for two years. Like Helen, Marilyn loved to dance, so when she heard kids at Bosse got to dance at lunch, she had to go herself. After graduating from Bosse, she earned a bachelor’s degree in education from DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana. Once her children started school, Marilyn became a substitute teacher with the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp.

Growing up, Raisor remembers family dinner every night, and she and her siblings were not allowed to watch TV until they finished their homework. That said, all gathered in Robert and Marilyn’s bedroom to watch The Beatles make their first performance before American audiences on “The Ed Sullivan Show” in February 1964. The family often took road trips, driving all night to reach Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Aspiring for her children to succeed in life, Janet says her mother often told her and her siblings that they “had to be able to do something when they got out of college.” Janet, who lives in Evansville, serves as interim foundation director with Ascension St. Vincent. Anne works as an accountant. Before he passed, their brother John was a technology sales executive in Seattle, Washington.

When Robert died after 32 years of marriage, Marilyn took his place as president of Building Products Co. She met her second husband, Norbert Stone, while at the mall with mutual friends. They hit it off and married in 1986, moving to Naples, Florida, where their family — which featured Norb’s nine children from his first marriage, including SS&C Technologies founder Bill Stone —

often visited. Marilyn and Norb were married for 23 years before he passed away in 2009.

Marilyn has been an avid reader and an excellent bridge player. She often sent her children newspaper article clippings that pertained to their interests and careers. Throughout her life, she traveled with both of her husbands, including a honeymoon in Cuba with Robert.

Anne says her mother “stays positive and never complains with the twists and turns in life.” Following her son John’s path, she has kept up with changing technology.

“She never needed a cell phone, but she did learn how to email,” Anne says.

FAMILY FOCUSED Marilyn Stone, 101, was a blushing bride to her first husband, Robert Oldenburg. The couple raised three children before Robert died in 1979. Marilyn then married Norbert Stone, who had nine children of his own.

PHOTOS PROVIDED BY JANET RAISOR

MARILYN STONE WITH HER BROTHER, W.C. “BUD” BUSSING JR.

CHASING THE

Evansville prepares for its moment in — or rather, out — of the sun

BY CATHERINE ANDERSON

As many as 80,000 visitors are expected in Southwest Indiana April 8 for the Great North American Eclipse — the last such event visible from the contiguous United States until 2044.

The region is a hotspot for eclipse viewers because it lies in the path of totality, meaning that from this vantage point, the moon will completely obscure the sun. This is to occur at 2 p.m., leaving a peculiar state of daytime darkness for about 3 minutes. It won’t just come and go all at once, though — darkness will gradually fall about 90 minutes prior as the two bodies’ paths begin to cross.

You’ll need special glasses to view the rare celestial alignment without risking harm to your eyes.

How big a deal is being in the totality path? Because of all those out-of-towners, the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation, Warrick County School Corporation, and Catholic Diocese of Evansville decided to close schools April 8, anticipating heavy traffic from eclipse chasers (also known as umbraphiles).

Eclipse observances are planned from the Downtown Evansville riverfront to libraries to businesses to university campuses. Local gatherings will attract sky watchers from near and far — the Adventure Science Center of Nashville, Tennessee, is sending a busload of enthusiasts to the Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science.

Evansville Day School will host students from Louisville Collegiate.

Many private, at-home gatherings are planned, too.

Fashion and interior designer Karin DeYoung, who moved to Evansville’s Riverside Historic District two and a half years ago, plans to capture the mood of the last solar eclipse, in 2017. She and three friends piled into a Volkswagen Van and made a road trip from Seattle, Washington, to Idaho. Camping along the path of totality, the group observed the eclipse in Idaho.

DeYoung is gathering close friends from across the country to join her for a long weekend of exploration, yoga, and eclipse fun.

“We’ll just really be hanging out in the neighborhood. I’m sure there’ll be fun things going on,” she says.

Yoga at different locations is included in DeYoung’s plans since she and her friends share the study. She says it also is a great way for her good friends to explore her new neighborhood.

DeYoung found the exercise integral to her eclipse experience in 2017.

“The yoga thing was something I thought, ‘Well, that could be fun,’” she says. “It’s just really about enjoying a magical moment with my friends, experiencing this amazing thing that nature does.”

Karen Stenstrom experienced t he 2017 eclipse in totality at a friend’s party near Paducah, Kentucky, and she will continue some of the ideas at her gathering in Evansville this spring.

Stenstrom and Karin DeYoung could be called umbraphiles, except instead of chasing a total solar eclipse, it seems to be following them. The Evansville residents again find themselves in the path of totality, but this time, they will welcome friends to the River City.

Stenstrom has maintained close ties with friends from high school in Livonia, Michigan. Their group — known as the HaHa’s — meets at least annually, and when she learned Evansville was on the 2024 eclipse’s path of totality, “I said, ‘You guys have to come down for this!’”

Stenstrom expects the entire group to be at her home by April 7.

“We’re planning a whole weekend. My husband just made an outdoor concrete pizza oven table, and we’ve got a Blackstone that we’re going to (use to) make smash burgers,” she says. “Because it will be Final Four basketball that Saturday night, we will go to Doc’s Sports Bar, the best sports bar in Evansville.”

As for wanting to share a solar eclipse with such close friends and family, Stenstrom recalls the event seven years ago.

“I’ve never experienced anything like that in my life — the calmness and then how everything just got dark and then you could hear the birds chirping,” she says. “It was it was like an out-of-body experience. It was incredible.”

CHASING THE DARK Karen

KARIN DEYOUNG

KAREN STENSTROM (FAR LEFT) AND FRIENDS

KAREN STENSTROM’S 2017 ECLIPSE-THEMED MENU

KARIN DEYOUNG AND FRIENDS CAMPING DURING THE 2017 ECLIPSE

CELEBRATIONS

Umbraphiles by the thousands are expected to stream into the River City

BY AMY LYNCH

The path of totality for the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8 runs directly through Evansville, positioning the city as a preferred viewing site not just in Indiana, but on a national scale.

How might this affect the River City? Hopkinsville, Kentucky, can sit as an example: For the August 2017 eclipse, the city of 30,000 gained 100,000-plus visitors and attracted $28.6 million in economic impact. Evansville, on the fringe of the 2017 eclipse, is preparing for a front-row seat.

“Explore Evansville has been helping our local businesses gear up for a surge in sales and tourism, accounting for an estimated economic boost of almost $8 million. The influx of visitors for the eclipse is expected to create a ripple effect across various sectors, from retail and dining to transportation and lodging,” says Explore Evansville CEO Alexis Berggren. “But beyond the financial opportunities, Evansville’s location in the path of totality

for this rare event provides our community the chance to showcase its tremendous hospitality and vibrant culture to a national audience.”

Explore Evansville expects an influx of 80,000 visitors to hit town on the big day, and local organizations are innovating creative ways to mark the occasion.

At the Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science, a watch party in the outdoor sculpture garden caps off a full day of programming that includes themed activities, planetarium shows, and special guest appearances. In addition to its members, the facility has invited visitors from three regional museums to join the fun as well. The museum anticipates approximately 55 guests from Adventure Science Center in Nashville, Tennessee; 165 from the Kentucky Science Center in Louisville, Kentucky; and 110 from the Owensboro Museum of History and Science, also in Kentucky.

“The eclipse is a wonderful opportunity to gather together as a community, and we are so excited to share the day with our members and friends from out of town,” says Carlisle Wishard, Evansville Museum’s director of science experiences.

Wis hard has family members of her own traveling to Evansville, accounting for nine of the anticipated 500 to 600 people who will be in attendance at the museum that day.

WATCH THE ECLIPSE SAFELY

No matter how and where you choose to watch the 2024 eclipse, make sure to procure a pair of eclipse-viewing safety glasses from a reputable source ahead of the event, and do not look directly at the sun without them. It is OK, however, to temporarily remove the specs during the three minutes of totality in Evansville to experience the eclipse’s full effect.

“In 2017, Nashville was in the path of totality, but we are not for 2024,” explains Morgan Rehnberg, Adventure Science Center’s vice president of exhibits and experiences. “While we are planning an awesome day of events in Nashville, we wanted to offer a chance to go see totality. When the Evansville Museum reached out with their program, it seemed like the perfect fit.”

Meanwhile, Evansville Day School will welcome students from Louisville Collegiate Middle School for a day-long event featuring activity stations and team-building exercises culminating in observation of the eclipse itself.

Day School’s Eclipse Extravaganza will allow students to engage in “real-world exploration” and “inspire curiosity,” says Lauren Barker, a media and marketing communications associate with the school.

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FUN IN THE SUN Much like the total solar eclipse in 2017, organizations like the University of Southern Indiana and the Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science plan to welcome enthusiasts in April, this time with a weekend lined up with eclipse-themed entertainment and activities.

WATCHING THE 2017 ECLIPSE IN HOPKINSVILLE, KENTUCKY

USI STUDENTS ON CAMPUS IN 2017

MITCH LUMAN IN HOPKINSVILLE, KENTUCKY, IN 2017

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Places to experience the eclipse

Evansville was in the 99th percentile of totality seven years ago, so what’s the big deal with upgrading to 100 percent in 2024? The difference, as astrophysicist Jeffrey Bennett told a crowd of local stakeholders on April 6, 2023, “is literally night and day.” Plus, Indiana won’t enjoy a front-row seat to another solar eclipse until 2099.

Where can you observe this celestial phenomenon around Evansville? As it turns out, plenty of places. Here are a few eclipse-related festivals and public watch parties on April 8.

University of Southern Indiana

8 a.m.

This “Solarpalooza” goes all out for the eclipse, with a full day of festivities including guest speakers, food trucks, student and faculty colloquium, and live music on the quad. Admission is free.

8600 University Blvd.

Vanderburgh County

4-H Center

9 a.m.

Beginning April 6, camp out for three days of cornhole, craft and vendor shows, a vintage camper show, children’s games, live music, and an exotic animal show. General admission is $5.

201 E. Boonville-New Harmony Road

Friedman Park

11 a.m.-4 p.m.

This family-friendly event, Total Eclipse of the Park, combines food trucks, a beer garden, kids’ activities, a cornhole tournament, and live entertainment from musicians Trailgate Revival. Admission is $10 per vehicle. 2700 Park Blvd., Newburgh, Indiana

Evansville Wartime Museum

10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Watch the eclipse in the shadow of a World War II Sherman tank, P-47 Thunderbolt, and more. Parking is $20 per vehicle.

7503 Petersburg Road

Downtown Evansville

11 a.m.

Several businesses, such as Hadi Shrine Temple, are opening their parking lots for spectators and hosting food trucks and activities.

Riverside Drive

University of Evansville noon-3 p.m.

Take a seat at the soccer stadium or the campus lawn for this watch party, UEclipse. Astrophysicist and UE alumna Maria Weber also delivers a presentation the day prior. 1800 Lincoln Ave.

LST-325

11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Have a VIP experience with lunch from Pangea Pizzeria, a guided tour of the 81-yearold ship, and a private viewing area. Admission is $35$50. The adjacent courtyard is open to the public for free.

610 N.W. Riverside Drive

Wesselman Woods

Nature Preserve

11 a.m.-1:45 p.m.

The Evansville African American Museum, Wesselman Woods, Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library, Latino Center, FIESTA Evansville, Haitian Center of Evansville, and the local Marshallese community partner for this multicultural festival on the former par-3 golf course on Morgan Avenue. Admission is free.

551 N. Boeke Road

Angel Mounds

State Historic Site

12:30-3:30 p.m.

Enjoy the eclipse from this prehistoric site. Admission is $3-$5.

8215 Pollack Ave.

FARTHER AFIELD

Posey County

Historic New Harmony hosts family activities, including making a horizontal sundial and pocket solar system. Head to the Atheneum or Harmonie State Park for a watch party. Camping and viewing are available at the Posey County Fairgrounds.

Gibson County

Journey and Eagles tribute bands take the stage for a Sunday night concert at the Gibson County Fairgrounds. Return Monday for an art and science fair, live entertainment, food trucks, and carnival rides. Head to Tri-State Speedway in Haubstadt for race cars on display, an inflatable obstacle course for kids, concessions, and camping.

Knox County

Gibson County’s neighbor to the north is making the most of its four minutes in the shadow of the moon. Visitors can enjoy a beer garden, NASA activities, live music, and more at the three-day “Dark Side of the Wabash” event.

Spencer County

Spend Sunday at Lincoln State Park for food trucks, family-friendly activities, and sun- and moon-themed live entertainment, or set up in the Legends parking lot at Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari for a day of food trucks and music. Admission is free.

Henderson, Kentucky

Take in the eclipse from sites such as Boucherie Winery, Farmer & Frenchman, and Ellis Park Racing.

Indianapolis

Join NASA scientists at Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the world’s largest 2024 total solar eclipse viewing site.

Southern Illinois

The southernmost part of the state enjoys an encore eclipse after being in 2017’s path of totality. Several cities, such as Carbondale and Makanda, plan multi-day festivals, while places like Bald Knob Cross and the Cache River offer observation spots embedded in nature.

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WEEKEND GETAWAYS

One of Evansville’s charms is its close proximity to major metropolitan areas across several states.

Within 250 miles of the River City are clusters of smaller locales boasting a wealth of attractions, history, natural wonders, and unique experiences — and perhaps fewer traffic jams than the region’s largest cities.

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS | 230 MILES

Heritage and Horseshoes

There are plenty of these towns to choose from, and Evansville Living writers recently visited a few. In each one, we encountered fun and adventure, excellent food, and too many new friends to count.

Here, explore Springfield, Illinois; Franklin, Tennessee; Bardstown and Bowling Green, Kentucky; and Jeffersonville and New Albany, Indiana, along with us.

Get your kicks on Route 66 in the Illinois state capital

BY JOHN MARTIN

Springfield, Illinois, is a capital city with an identity all its own.

With a little more than 113,000 residents — around Evansville’s size — Springfield is comfortably distant from Chicago, yet close enough to easily drive there. It is in west-central Illinois on the fabled U.S. Route 66, which traversed America’s heartland from the Windy City to Southern California.

A prairie town surrounded by farms, Springfield is more than a political mecca — it boasts a colorful history and culinary delights. Evansville Living enjoyed some of that culture during a cold January visit courtesy of Visit Springfield.

A major draw is the Dana-Thomas House, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and a testament to human creativity.

The home dates to 1902 and shows Wright’s brilliance in incorporating lines and stained glass into a design. It was built

for Susan Lawrence Dana, a socialite and philanthropist. Charles Thomas and his wife Nanette bought it in 1944; it has been stateowned since 1981.

With more than 100 original pieces of furniture and about 450 Wright-designed art glass windows, doors, and light fixtures, the home — like Springfield itself — has a unique personality.

Tour guide Sheila Ryan, site interpreter for State Historic Sites of Springfield, says Wright’s goal appears to have been “bringing nature inside, blurring the boundaries between indoors and outdoors.” The priceless home is a “thing of beauty,” Ryan says, and it is made more so by artificial floral accents by the Springfield Civic Garden Club.

The Dana-Thomas House is a showstopper, but the unquestioned star of Springfield is the 16th U.S. president.

Born in Kentucky and raised in Spencer County in Southwestern Indiana,

ABRAHAM LINCOLN PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM

Abraham Lincoln made Springfield his home as a young adult. The triumphs and tragedies of his life are chronicled at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.

Dedicated in 2005, the museum uses immersive displays to tell the story of the late president and the Civil War. Most striking was the 17-minute immersive film “Lincoln’s Eyes,” showing in Union Theater. Displays are eye-catching and bring exhaustive detail and context.

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More history is a block away at the Lincoln Home National Historic Site, the first and only home Lincoln owned, and much of its 1839 original structure remains.

A dignified statue of Lincoln welcomes guests to the ornate Illinois State Capitol, where tours are available during business hours and on weekends. It is the tallest domed capitol building in the U.S., with 405 feet from the ground level to the top of the flagpole.

The nearby Old State Capitol is a reconstruction of the building used from 1840 to 1876. Lincoln made his “House Divided” speech there in 1858, and it is where then-Sen. Barack Obama declared his campaign for president in 2007. It is closed for renovations and is to reopen later this year.

Downtown Springfield is full of fun small businesses. We made smart vinyl purchases at Dumb Records, then warmed up on a cold day with a hot chocolate chai tea latte at The Wakery, a no-alcohol bar. Founded and owned by Elizabeth Wake, The Wakery has coffees, teas, and non-alcoholic beers and wines.

Springfield eateries we loved included La Piazza Cucina Italiana, which offers high-quality Italian in a casual atmosphere, and Neapolitan-style pizza. Pease’s at BUNN Gourmet is a mashup of candy and gifts, coffee, and terrific sandwiches (try the Smoked

Brisket Sandwich!), plus beer and wine choices.

Craft beers and savory foods await at 10-year-old farm-totable restaurant Engrained Brewing Company.

Owner Brent Schwoerer “was raised on a farm, and that’s where he got the farm-to-table concept,” says Amanda Sanders, a waitress and bartender at Engrained. The cheese curds are a big seller, as are comfort bowls. We enjoyed a honey soy stir-fry and chased it with a flight of house brews.

Eng rained draws several diners from the next-door SpringHill Suites Springfield South, a Marriott property offering modern overnight accommodations, an indoor pool, and a fitness center.

Springfield even has a signature open-face sandwich — the horseshoe. The breakfast version at Charlie Parker’s Diner (established in 1992) was profiled by Food Network’s Guy Fieri. Start with slices of Texas toast and top it with meat (could be a hamburger patty, a chicken breast, eggs and bacon, or sausage).

Then smother it in cheese sauce and/or gravy and put a heap of fried potatoes on top.

We enjoyed the dinner version at Motorheads Bar & Grill. Owner Ron Metzger bought the vacant property eight years ago and refurbished it as a magnetic Springfield attraction with Route 66 nostalgia.

It was a Stuckey’s roadside restaurant when built in 1970 — Metzger keeps a Stuckey’s sign on Motorheads’ colorful façade, and the well-known Stuckey’s candies are sold here.

Springfield is three hours and 40 minutes from Evansville, and if you drive up from the south, Motorheads is the first local landmark you will see. Journalists have “come from everywhere — Germany, France, Japan, China, you name it,” Metzger says.

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The Horseshoe Sandwich dates back to 1928 when it was first served in the Old Leland Hotel. This ubiquitous dish is topped with French fries and is celebrated on the Springfield Horseshoe Trail.

MOTORHEADS BAR & GRILL

CHARLIE PARKER’S DINER

DANA-THOMAS HOUSE PHOTO PROVIDED BY SOURCE. HORSESHOE SANDWICH

PHOTO PROVIDED BY VISIT SPRINGFIELD ILLINOIS. OTHER PHOTOS BY JOHN MARTIN

DANA - THOMAS HOUSE

The City of Art and History

Nashville’s neighbor preserves the past and creates for the future

BY MAGGIE VALENTI

Franklin, Tennessee, is not shy about its 225-year history, which includes slavery and a brutal Civil War battle. Its past resides on the battlefields and in iconic buildings. Just 10 miles away, Leiper’s Fork, a village of 650, gets creative in its drinks and arts scene.

From an 1864 population of 750, Franklin has grown to 87,000 residents in 2022, with a little less than two million visitors annually. It is about 20 miles south of Nashville and a three-hour drive from Evansville. According to Matt Maxey, Senior Director of Public Relations at Visit Franklin, the city’s laid-back nature encourages visitors to take their time.

His advice when visiting Franklin is, “Take it slow and just take it all in.”

A place to start is the Harpeth Hotel, a Curio Collection hotel by Hilton, with four floors and impressive views of Franklin’s historic Downtown. The hotel features 1799, an upscale restaurant serving next to the lobby, where talented musicians play for Downtown crowds.

Begin your tour 17 minutes away at Leiper’s Fork, a curious

DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN

LEIPER’S FORK DISTILLERY

PUCKETT’S RESTAURANT PHOTO BY MAGGIE VALENTI.

THE LEIPER’S FORK FAVORITE AT PUCKETT’S RESTAURANT

village on a creek where, Maxey says, there usually is a surprise waiting.

On the outskirts is Leiper’s Fork Distillery, which produced its first barrel of pre-Prohibition-style whiskey in 2016. The distillery makes white whiskey, rye whiskey, Tennessee whiskey (federally recognized as bourbon), and bourbon.

EAT IN A CREEK

Three galleries on Old Hillsboro Road welcome visitors to Leiper’s Fork. The David Arms Gallery is the first to greet shoppers, with bird- and nature-themed artwork in a renovated old barn. The Copper Fox Gallery started in 2012 in a former Leiper’s Fork home and features work from 90 regional artists. Leiper’s Creek Gallery launched in 2001 and includes pieces from four master painters in a former gas station.

Steps away from Downtown, The Factory at Franklin, a former manufacturing plant built in 1929, houses eateries, shops, and performance spaces. Programming throughout the year includes comedy, music festivals, and trivia.

Many dogs join their owners Downtown for shopping, drinking, and eating at their leisure. Franklin is a pilot city for Better Cities for Pets, a Mars Petcare program, which you will notice from stickers in shop windows reading, “Pets Welcome.”

Downtown’s food scene includes Puckett’s Restaurant, with a history dating to the 1950s. The restaurant-music venue, with seven Tennessee locations, specializes in

Southern hospitality and comfort food, such as fried chicken and catfish alongside breakfast plates like The Leiper’s Fork Favorite.

55 South’s menu showcases Southern dishes from hot chicken to jambalaya, inspired by the stretch of 1-55 South from the Mississippi state line to New Orleans. At the Red Pony, entrees and drinks rotate every six to eight weeks, but a couple of items remain on the menu yearlong. The shrimp and grits is a staple, while the Midnight Sun cocktail is a longtime menu item crafted with blood orange vodka, elderflower liqueur, passionfruit, lime, and champagne.

On Downtown’s public square sits a pillar installed in 1899 by the local United Daughters of the Confederacy chapter to honor Confederate soldiers. The pillar became part of a tense debate in 2017, which inspired The Fuller Story project. In 2019, the project unveiled historic markers contextualizing the monument and paying tribute to the enslaved people sold on the square. In 2021, the installation of the “March to Freedom” statue honored the United States Colored Troops, the first of its kind in a U.S. public square.

The Carter House and Carnton paint vivid pictures of Franklin’s community during the Civil War battle on Nov. 30, 1864. A circle of chairs in the house’s cellar approximates where the Carters, other Franklin residents, and enslaved people hunkered down. Fountain Bridge Carter’s

bullet-riddled study is one of the various indications of intense fighting. A mile down the road, a footprint surrounded by bloodstained wood memorializes a surgeon’s attempt to save Confederate lives at Carnton. It is one somber memento throughout the Greek Revival home.

The Battle of Franklin Trust manages both sites, where guides emphasize the human toll of the four-year war, comparing the average death toll to a Sept. 11-style catastrophe occurring every day. As one tour guide states, the “symphony of history” also is important, how each bullet fired affects the future. If Arthur MacArthur had not survived the Battle of Franklin after three gunshot wounds, his son Gen. Douglas MacArthur would not have been born and later command U.S. Army troops in the Pacific Theatre during World War II. VISITFRANKLIN.COM

Opened in 2021, Wines in the Fork hosts the popular Farmstead Roots Creek Dinner Series featuring multi-course meals prepared by noted local chefs with Tennessee-made wines and served in Leiper’s Creek.

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BARDSTOWN, KENTUCKY | 157 MILES

Roll Out the Barrel

Bourbon capital is steeped in spirits and Southern charm

BY HADLEY MITCHELL

With 10 distilleries in a 15-mile radius of Downtown’s Central Court Square, Bardstown, Kentucky, is called the Bourbon Capital of the World for a reason. It’s also rich with history on every corner. A two-and-a-half-hour drive from our Crescent City, Kentucky’s second-oldest town serves hospitality in every pour.

Since opening in 1779, Old Talbott Tavern has hosted frontiersman Daniel Boone, outlaw Jesse James, President Abraham Lincoln, naturalist John James Audubon, and even French King Louis Philippe I. The attached inn welcomes overnight visitors in cozy, brick-enveloped rooms.

My Old Kentucky Home State Park, inspired by composer Stephen Foster’s 1850s song of the same name, is a Federal-style private mansion built in 1818. Now, it welcomes 25,000 visitors a year for tours, Kentucky Derby parties, barbecues, and murder mystery dinners.

Pair an iced cinnamon twist — called yum yums — from Hadorn’s Bakery with a honey-infused Bee’s Knees latte at Fresh Coffee, and start exploring downtown Bardstown. Christy’s Collection displays upscale women’s apparel and accessories in a chic setting. Cactus Annie’s is an epicenter of western glam – think hot pink boots, fringe lined shirts, and bedazzled belt buckles. Hurst Discount Drugs serves its famous chicken salad and vintage sodas next door to its pharmacy.

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Now, to the main attraction. While Bardstown has a population of roughly 13,500, it generates more than $8.5 billion from bourbon production and tourism each year.

Heaven Hill Distillery has been owned and operated by the same family since 1935. Its distinct white rick houses can hold up to 58,800 barrels. The distillery sees about 146,000 visitors a year and offers tastings, tours, exhibits, and — soon — a dining experience.

It is clear in Bardstown that distilleries work together and give visitors different experiences at each place. “You don’t see Pepsi and Coke working together, but the bourbon industry is different,” says Josh Hollifield, Heaven Hill Bourbon Experience’s general manager.

Bardstown Bourbon Company is a newer distillery, founded in 2014, and already is one of the largest distilleries in the nation, producing more than 100,000 barrels of whiskey a year. The distillery features an elevated look, as well as fine dining. While visiting, make sure to check out the library of rare bourbons.

Preservation Distillery started distilling in 2017, when California native Marci Palatella fell in love with bourbon. She established her distillery on an old tobacco farm and makes about eight barrels a day. Visitors see firsthand where its unique pot-distilled bourbon is made, plus the longhorns that graze the property.

If you are thirsty for something other than bourbon, patrons can choose from up to 31 house beers on tap and a full food menu at Scout & Scholar downtown.

“We are beer in a bourbon oasis,” says General Manager Tyler Vaughan.

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On the way home, stop by Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest, a hidden gem. Danish artist Thomas Dambo helped construct three forest giants inspired by Danish mythology to create an ecofriendly and interactive experience for visitors.

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Set Your Own Pace

Whether you crave the fast lane or a stroll, adventure awaits

BY JODI KEEN

Expect the unexpected. That’s the point that a visit to Bowling Green, Kentucky, proves.

This western Kentucky city of nearly 75,000 sits southeast of Evansville near the state line with Tennessee and swells in size when school is in session at Western Kentucky University. While many Evansville residents visit Bowling Green for college-related reasons, the 226-year-old city offers much to see outside of campus — and has some surprises up its sleeve.

Begin by exploring Downtown Bowling Green. Here, students, visitors, and residents move in a relaxed rhythm around Fountain Square Park, a picturesque green space dating back to the late 1800s. Start with freshly squeezed juices, gourmet toasts, smoothie bowls, and more at Cafe Kindness before strolling the picturesque small-town scene with quaint boutiques and unique eateries.

Meander the area’s rolling hills to Highland Stables, a 168-acre private farm and events venue 10 minutes outside town. Twice a year, the farm welcomes GypsyMoon Marketplace, an 80-plus vendor fair of food entrepreneurs and artisans that has drawn thousands of shoppers since 2015.

St op at Montana Grille for a slice of big-sky territory. Patrons tuck into jalapeño-flecked cornbread, signature wood-fired beef filets, pan-fried fish, and slow-roasted rotisserie chicken. Afterward, retire at TRU by Hilton, a modernly appointed landing place near Scottsville Road with direct connections to Downtown, major highways, and surrounding attractions.

Before heading into the National Corvette Museum, fuel up at its 1950s diner. The Stingray Grill serves reinventions of classic American fare, like grilled cheese stuffed with bacon, blackberry jam, and jalapeños. Walk off your meal exploring more than 70 years of Corvette history, including nostalgic mid-century models, unprecedented feats of auto engineering, and futuristic designs. Between the interactive displays and jaw-dropping vehicles, you’ll want to savor every moment. That’s what museum tour guide Ciara Freeman does.

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glass of Twice Sour — a pour with an immediate bite and a smooth aftertaste — while celebrating Blue Holler’s return to the 31 W Bypass; it and neighboring businesses were leveled by an EF3 tornado on Dec. 11, 2021.

“My parents worked at the Corvette plant, so I grew up running around the plant and taking the trolley with them,” says the fourth-generation Bowling Green resident. “You can’t do that anymore.”

Recharge at Blue Holler Brew Supplies, Chris Karraker’s brewery offering patrons a pint of custom suds as well as equipment and ingredients to create their own. Raise a

Named for the snow-colored squirrels spotted around Bowling Green, White Squirrel Brewery built off the success of Gasper Brewing Company. Since 2022, its 10,000-square-foot headquarters in Downtown Bowling Green has welcomed guests with frosty glasses of its signature jalapeño Kolsch German-style beer and more craft concoctions.

Spanish- and Latin-influenced Toro steps in when downing drinks works up a hunger. Balance street corn fritters rolled in a tangy lime aioli and cotija cheese with pollo a la brasa, Peruvian chicken in an aji verde sauce. The restaurant stocks its bar with a large selection of rums, tequilas, and mescals. VISITBGKY.COM

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Rolling on the River

Sunny side of Louisville shines in these neighboring towns

BY ALISON PETRASH-HALL

The Jeffersonville-New Albany region is in many ways a cousin to Evansville. It’s nestled into a bend in the Ohio River, has served as an important shipbuilding hub, and boasts cozy downtowns populated with small businesses and innovative eateries. Leaving Evansville by car, it takes less than two hours to reach either city’s center. Whether you stop in for a day trip or a weekend, you’ll return inspired and with a new appreciation for the devotion to craftsmanship and thoughtful preservation of history that shape the community.

Begin in New Albany at Leaven Bakery, whose motto is “All from scratch. All of the time.” Chefs and former California residents Kimberly and Zechariah Maxey started selling baked goods out of their apartment in 2020. One year in, they’d garnered enough funds and community support to open a storefront. “We’re entirely self-funded — the bank said no to a loan,” Kimberly says. “Without the community, we wouldn’t be here.” The couple serves flaky croissants, cream cheese Danishes, breakfast sandwiches, avocado toast, omelets, and more.

William Culbertson was one of the richest men in Indiana and a renowned philanthropist who invested much of his wealth in his community. Built in 1867, his 20,000-plus-square-foot Downtown estate serves the public good by putting a slice of wealthy Victorian life on display to learn from and enjoy. After his death, Culbertson Mansion was auctioned off and served as a family home for 35 years. Now an Indiana Historic Site, the Second Empire mansion contains 25 rooms decorated floor to ceiling in ornate painted patterns.

Open since 1974, the Derby Dinner Playhouse in nearby Clarksville combines a homestyle buffet dinner and signature cocktails

with theater in the round. As two of the roughly 200,000 the Playhouse welcomes each year, we took in a delightfully funny and often moving play that included several nods to the Kentuckiana region and was written by Jim Hesselman, the former Dean of Arts and Letters at Indiana University Southeast in New Albany.

Back in New Albany, vegetarian sushi lovers will be pleased by the offerings of Asian fusion restaurant Dragon King’s Daughter, with 13 meatless rolls on the menu and several that include tofu. Carnivores will crave the Swanson Roll, which combines bacon, spicy shrimp, cream cheese, and roasted garlic.

Connect with culture at the Cultural Arts Center, an art gallery featuring both rotating and permanent exhibits. We immediately were drawn to “Intentionally Intimate: The Choice to Work Small,” a temporary exhibit displaying beautifully crafted

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miniatures and nature-inspired prints and paintings. Deeper in the gallery, we followed the disturbing but enlightening narrative of “Ordinary People, Extraordinary Courage: Men and Women of the Underground Railroad,” learning about the role New Albany played in the escape, harboring, and sometimes return of slaves who managed to cross the Ohio River. The exhibit “Remembered: The Life of Lucy Higgs Nichols” is a multimedia exhibit telling the story of a slave who became a nurse to Union soldiers during the Civil War.

is accented with bourbon bacon jam and jalapeño aioli, and the four cheese pasta is coated in a decadent Boursin sauce.

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Enjoy more than beer while taking in the riverside view at Upland Brewing Co.’s Jeffersonville, location. If you’re in the mood for a frosty glass before noon Sunday, try its brunch beer-mosa with the Big Nasty, a belly-buster featuring crisp fried chicken, sausage gravy spread on flaky biscuits, and an egg cooked to your liking.

Thunder Over Louisville is the nation’s largest annual air show and fireworks display and the official opening ceremony for the two-week-long Kentucky Derby Festival leading up to the annual horse race in May. This year’s event is April 20.

Dow ntown New Albany is a small business wonderland of various shops. Start with Dress & Dwell, a colorful fashion and lifestyle boutique, before visiting Him & Her Boutique, which positions trendy outfits in its beautifully decorated store. Raven’s Roost Boutique offers both the metaphysical goods and education to explore a spiritual path, with a focus on inclusivity and empowerment. The Odd Shop is a neighborhood staple and a feast for the eyes, with vintage clothes and toys, music, and many hardto-describe oddities. Regalo is filled with fun and funky giftable goods. Wimsatt Soap & Soy Candle Bar provides tantalizing scents and classes where you can pick a vessel to fill with your own custom-created candle.

After shopping, settle in for dinner at Board and You Bistro & Wine Bar. The charcuterie and fromage board offers spicy soppressata, the bistro’s signature blueberry vanilla goat cheese, fresh fruit, and more little bites. The juicy bistro burger

After resting at TownePlace Suites in Downtown Jeffersonville, take advantage of spectacular views from the Big Four Pedestrian Bridge, which links Jeffersonville, to Louisville, Kentucky. More than 1.5 million pedestrians and bicyclists cross the bridge every year.

The scent of hot cinnamon pours onto the street from the exhaust fan outside Schimpff’s Confectionery. “It’s free advertising,” says Jill Schimpff, wife of fourth-generation candymaker Warren Schimpff. Open since 1891, the confectionery is one of the oldest family businesses in the country. The Schimpff family’s love of candy and their community is reflected in their pristinely preserved historic building packed with historic candy memorabilia and colorful, edible displays, as well as their stories about their favorite moments with young customers who are by now adults and may have children of their own.

Howard Steamboat Museum Director and Curator Travis Vasconcelos speaks with palpable excitement about the legacy of the Howard family and the lore of the

Great Steamboat Era, which was responsible for the spread of jazz from New Orleans to the rest of the U.S., and for Mark Twain’s nom de plume. The Howards’ 1894 mansion houses not only original furniture and wood floors that managed to survive the Ohio River Flood of 1937, but stories shared with help from historians.

Have you ever wondered what the Ohio Valley region looked like during the Precambrian period? Falls of the Ohio State Park’s interpretive center offers some clues. Learn how to tell a brachiopod fossil from a trilobite, rid yourself of spare change by using the coin-operated binoculars on the observatory deck, and explore the fossil beds on foot when the river is low.

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HISTORIC CHARM IN HENDERSON, KENTUCKY

HYGGE AT HOME

Clay and Jesse Gillham take comfort in creating one-of-a-kind candles

BY HADLEY MITCHELL

Clay and Jesse Gillham have been life partners since 2016 but business partners since 2020 when they pursued candle making during the pandemic.

Clay was introduced to the concept of hygge running her interior design and organizing business, The Tailored Life LLC. Hygge, a Danish concept, encapsulates feelings of coziness, contentment, gathering with loved ones, and life’s simple pleasures.

“Lighting is one of the most important parts of hygge, so it made sense we call our candle business that,” says Clay, an events and communications coordinator for the Henderson, Kentucky, Chamber of Commerce.

The early days of The Henderson Hygge Co. involved heavy research and experimenting to create the optimal product. Jesse, the clinical director at Core Chiropractic Henderson, would cut old wine and bourbon bottles in their kitchen by scoring a line on a bottle and using hot and cold water until it split.

The Gillhams’ doorstep essentially is a recycle bin for do-

nated glass. Farmer and Frenchman also supplies them with bottles from its winery.

“The mailman probably thought we were crazy (with all the empty bottles),” Clay laughs.

With a shared love of vintage items, the Gillhams often repurpose thrifted finds like etched bowls and collectible drink glasses. Pinewood Design, another local business, helps design and create wooden lids. Candles also can be customized.

“Hygge is interwoven into our entire business model,” Clay says.

Made with 100 percent soy wax, cotton-paper blend wicks, and clean fragrances, each candle has sentimental value.

“We love thinking about the journey of a candle,” Clay says, “from a wine bottle enjoyed on the table among friends, to the heart of our home to be recrafted by hand into something new, then sent back out to be given as a heartfelt gift or lit to add enjoyment to a cozy night at home.”

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• It offers six classic scents year-round, plus seasonal scents.

• Morning Riverwalk is a love letter to the Gillhams’ hometown, with notes of driftwood, moss, rainwater, amber, and river rock.

• “I’m Ron Burgundy?” with its leather and mahogany teakwood, was named by Jesse — clearly an “Anchorman” fan — and is the business’ most popular scent.

• In 2021, the company used roughly 825 pounds of soy wax for its candles.

• Find The Henderson Hygge Co. candles at J Petals, Farmer and Frenchman, area farmers markets, and on Etsy. COMFORT IN CREATING etsy.com/shop/TheHendersonHyggeCo

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Drew Lappe turns his passion for golf into a two-acre at-home course

BY JODI KEEN

Many people harbor enthusiasm for golf, but how many are willing to build their own course?

Drew Lappe’s idea of turning the property around his and wife Audrey’s West Side home into a golf course took root in the 1990s. The Mater Dei High School and University of Southern Indiana alum grew up playing backyard golf with his brothers and, now an estimated two handicap, factored into the top 50 in last year’s city golf tournament and has qualified the prior seven years.

Golf was a side game in a 2017 corn hole tournament among friends for the Wes Attebury Foundation at Lappe’s home. Players could buy golf shots for a chance of making a hole-in-one from 50 yards away.

Inspired, the next year Lappe designed a two-acre course featuring nine holes and four greens, with two holes playing toward a central oak tree. He lined the adjacent creek with 10 tons of rip rap and shaped the greens with 20 tons of dirt and pea gravel from the creek, topping them with one layer of outdoor carpet. A quality layer of putting green Astroturf is held together atop with yard staples every two inches around the edge. Each hole is grounded in a two-quart metal bucket about seven inches wide.

“Anyone can put Astroturf in the middle of their yard and call it a golf hole, but it takes a little creativity to make it look good and be functional,” says Lappe, a Deaconess home health occupational therapist.

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the logo for Lappe Oaks, a tribute to its creator and that center-course oak tree. Lappe keeps things casual, but his course does have rules. Players can use only one club and are encouraged to play the ball up, so divots don’t result.

The 25-foot-by-25-foot clubhouse has a fridge, flagstone-paved patio, Lappe Oaks branded gear, and a sitting area circling a TV.

“I love for my friends to come over and play, even when I’m not home,” he says.

The Lappe Oaks Invitational has been held since 2018 and is a winner-take-all contest. It may be his course, but the host plays fair. At last year’s invitational, another Niemeier brother — Craig, Azzip’s co-CEO — won. “I came in second,” Lappe says with a smile.

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Lakeside Living

Darmstadt makes for a tranquil homestead

BY JODI KEEN

SEEKING AN ELEGANT country getaway? This lakeside home in Darmstadt, Indiana, is the ticket.

Built in 1997, Homes by Robert Cook constructed the residence’s flowing floor plan and enveloped it in the red brick symmetrical facade and gable roof that are signature to American Colonial architecture. Refined touches include marble vanities, limestone tile, transom windows, and custom built-ins.

“The floor plan is super, with a firstfloor master, unmatched quality with solid wood doors, beautiful trim work, and fabulous hardwood floors,” says listing agent Stacy Stevens, owner and broker of Landmark Realty & Development.

Prospective buyers will appreciate ample elbow space between lots to enjoy the spacious brick patio overlooking the shared lake. At 4,414 square feet, there is plenty of room to entertain guests in this private oasis.

“This house is on a nice big lot with a beautiful lake and feels very private,” Stevens says.

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Paula and Gary Werne’s new sunroom houses their impressive book collection

BY JODI KEEN

What do you do when you run out of space for your books? For Paula and Gary Werne, they harness a little ingenuity.

The couple consistently build onto their family home, which sits on 80 secluded acres between Santa Claus and Saint Meinrad, Indiana. Their sunroom is the newest room. Construction took two-and-a-half months in summer 2023. The coastal aesthetic meshes her East Coast upbringing and Gary’s farmland roots. Built by Moya’s Construction and branched off the primary suite, it’s enclosed so the couple can enjoy it year-round. Plus, Paula says, “I wanted to put some of our books in the room.”

“Some” is an understatement. Both “voracious readers,” she says, their collection surpasses 7,000 titles. Gary’s corner contains non-fiction, especially military history. Paula — a retired director of communications at Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari — enjoys classics, as well as discovering new-to-her titles, such as additional books by “A Wrinkle in Time” author Madeleine L’Engle, who also was a friend of Paula’s mother.

Paula’s parents instilled her love of reading. Her father joined the Folio Society out of London, England, in the 1980s; she has since inherited his collection of 550 hardbound books.

Every available inch houses books. In addition to a library wall, the Wernes found a table with shelves built into the legs at Pat Coslett’s furniture store. “As Gary says, you can never have too much shelf space,” Paula says.

The 20-foot-by-30-foot sunroom is stocked with a piano, the writing desk of Paula’s mother, coffee bar, and a retro Frigidaire miniature refrigerator. Once the Wernes settle in, they want for nothing. And even in their home of four decades, new surprises await.

“It’s the first time, with all these windows, that you can really see the woods. We’ve never had this kind of view,” she says.

The sunroom is the perfect spot for Paula to continue Too Much Brudders, a blog in which she captures family stories — a poignant task now that both her parents have recently passed away.

“The blog has helped me get through grieving,” Paula says. “It makes you feel good to capture a story and make sure it’s preserved.”

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Planting a Seed

Warmer temps bump Evansville to new plant hardiness zone

BY JOHN MARTIN

THINK EVANSVILLE is getting warmer? It’s not your imagination. Evansville’s spot on the U.S. Department of Agriculture Plant Hardiness Zone Map has shifted from Zone 6a to 7a — meaning its average extreme minimum temperature has climbed five degrees Fahrenheit — from 0 to 5 degrees.

Is that a big deal? For gardeners, yes. “It gives us a slightly longer growing season with the first and last frost dates being pushed out slightly,” says Amanda Bradshaw Burks, Purdue Extension’s Vanderburgh County educator for urban agriculture.

“Plants behave differently in various zones,” adds Tony Buccilli, president of

the Southwestern Indiana Master Gardeners Association. “Knowing our plant hardiness zone also helps us choose the perennials, including trees and fruit bushes, that may be appropriate for our zone.”

Burks notes hardiness zone data are only “one piece of the puzzle” in home gardening, and “knowing the moisture, soil properties, and site limitations of where we are planting all play a role in the success of what we are growing.”

ROOM WITH A VIEW Paula and Gary Werne’s new sunroom is stocked with sentimental items, like heirloom books and family photos memorialized on pillows. The addition of 14 windows gives the couple unparalleled views of the surrounding woods.

A Feast For All Senses

Leanne Banna’s vision and energy revitalize an 1860s house in historic Henderson, Kentucky

eanne Banna fell in love with this historic house decades ago, never dreaming she would someday call it her own. Although originally known as the Millet House, Banna had fondly thought of this charming abode on North Main Street in Henderson, Kentucky, as “the New Orleans house” because of its ironwork and wide porches — and it was always her favorite home on the street.

“After reading the history and learning that a remodel in the early ’50s was styled after Gulf Coast homes, the New Orleans

look made a lot of sense, and explained why I loved it,” she says. “I’ve always been drawn to the Deep South, with its architecture and welcoming hospitality traditions.”

The now 4,063-square-foot house was built around the early 1860s on this prominent street, with sweeping views of the Ohio River in the back as a bonus. Like many older homes, it has a colorful history, including a past deed to the house drawn up in London, England, and the legacy of its most well-known owner, Frances Millet. He was a dry-goods dealer who eventually

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built the Belk-Dollar Store building and later added a vineyard in the backyard. A family in the 1950s then changed the façade to a New Orleans-style look.

The porches provide views of both the river and the historic street, so Banna praises the house’s layout for entertaining and maintains that it’s a peaceful place for anyone who visits. The homeowner discovered it at a time when she particularly needed a lift. After her father’s death and a divorce, Banna found out through friends that this house was going up for auction,

and she was able to buy it directly from the owners in 2022.

“The family wanted someone who loved it as much as the prior owner,” she recalls. “As it turns out, the home picked me as much as I picked it; I never dreamed I would end up in this lovely and healing place.”

After the purchase, Banna set to work implementing some remodeling changes, mostly unseen but important aspects such as installing a new HVAC system, replacing pipes and fixing fireplaces, putting in a security system, and scrubbing and painting

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Leanne Banna’s home depicts the spirit of her hardworking immigrant father — who was born in Nazareth, Israel, came to Kentucky at age 18, and eventually rose to be president of Hercules Manufacturing in Henderson — as well as her cultureloving mother. Banna and Sammie B, her Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, enjoy showing guests art objects and sentimental pieces in the house from her parents’ backgrounds.

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An antique buffet, round table, and chairs in the dining room are a focal point, as well as family art objects. “The ‘wall of mirrors’ above the buffet all came out of my mother’s home, as well as her collection of religious artifacts and paintings,” Banna says. “Those include my grandfather’s family Bible and lots of gilded art featuring Madonna and child.”

every room after a soot and ice disaster shortly after settling in.

She even addressed a common complaint about older houses: “I added a scenting diffuser to the HVAC system, so it has a signature spa smell throughout,” she says. “I love that added touch, since older homes can smell musty, and I didn’t want that — a home is about creating a feast for all senses.”

Keeping key historic features was always a priority. She retained the wideplank wood floors, dining room chandelier, and woodwork around doors to reference the past. The exterior was enhanced by

adding newly designed sidewalks and a driveway cut into the hill to the garage, but the ironwork also was important. Banna added front stairs and railings that provide a way to enter the house at the top, main level — something that had not existed for decades.

“I commissioned Zacheriah Hust — a true local artist — to create steps to complement the rest of the ironwork,” Banna says. “I wanted guests to be able to access and enter the front door and porch. He told me it was a labor of love for him.”

“I sat and meditated, sent peace to the spirits that long resided here or still could be and asked for their forgiveness of the transgressions anyone may have experienced here.”

— Homeowner Leanne Banna

An Inspiring View

Banna’s home offers a picturesque setting on its single-acre lot that overlooks the Ohio River. “The back sunroom is where I can take in the expansive views of the river, barge traffic, and incredible sunsets,” she says. Inside, she employs clean lines and contrasting accents to make surfaces pop.

Banna was always cognizant of a sensitive subject about the house: its history with enslaved people. From what she knows about the house, slaves lived in the basement, where there still are remnants of their hearths.

“I wasn’t sure how I felt about living in a home with that sordid past,” Banna says, “but yet it felt sacred, and I wanted to honor it, too. When I moved in, I sat and meditated, sent peace to the spirits that long resided here or still could be and asked for their forgiveness of the transgressions anyone may have experienced here.”

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Food & Drink DEVILISHLY GOOD

Herald spring with a leveled-up deviled egg bar

BY JODI KEEN

Searching for something new to bring to your next family potluck? Don’t reinvent the wheel — just put a twist on an old favorite.

Popularly served as hors d’oeuvres during Easter feasts, deviled eggs are worshipped for their ease of making. But that doesn’t mean they have to be ba sic. Armed with an array of colorful veggies and tangy seasonings, guests can indulge their sweet and savory sides, one bite at a time.

Donnie Mays knows to success fully jazz up deviled eggs, you need to mix flavors and textures in your top pings. The Evansville native has been working with food since the pan demic and just published a new cookbook. (Read more on page 27.) He shares his passion on TikTok, where he’s amassed more than 600,000 foodie followers.

“Macarons, that’s what started my journey,” he says. “Now, let me show you what to do, step by step.”

Strike a Pose: Make no mistake, these deviled eggs have Instagram appeal. Spiral a julienned carrot around a pillow of egg mousse or curl a strip of prosciutto atop a sprig of dill for a delicate, snap-worthy finish.

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Embrace Color: Break out of deviled eggs’ ho-hum monochromatic tones with rosy cherry tomatoes, multi-colored sweet peppers, and even food coloring. Mays pickled some of the boiled eggs in beet juice overnight, giving them a rich magenta hue.

Be Bold: “Most people use sweet relish,” Mays says. “I personally like dill pickle. It’s a more vinegary, tangy, kick you in the back of the throat thing.” Try an egg sprinkled with cayenne pepper and dotted with capers, or pair homemade sriracha caviar with sweet pickles.

Pro Tip: If your deviled egg filling is too thin, mix in a little instant mashed potatoes or mayonnaise. In fact, Mays often starts with a squirt of mayo and builds off that.

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A FRESH SLICE

Popular pizza shop near UE gets a new look

BY JOHN MARTIN

The Slice is getting its spice back.

Now owned by Tom Rehl, the pizza place at 2011 Lincoln Ave. near the University of Evansville has a new look to accompany its classic slice choices. Rehl has freshened things up with a brightened interior and big screens in The Slice’s back section, perfect for sports viewing.

By The Slice dates to 1994, although diners have long since dropped the first word. Last summer, founder Eric Weber was ready to move on — although Rehl asked him to hang around for a year to ease the transition.

“He’s the one who taught me how to make all the pizzas,” Rehl says with a smile.

Rehl, for his part, never had designs on being a restaurant owner. He came to town in 1981 from his native Peru, Indiana, to the school now known as the University of Southern Indiana, where he ran cross country.

He studied public relations at USI but never went into that — he instead held other jobs, including a lengthy stay at beer wholesaler Working Distributors. Around the time Rehl says he was experiencing burnout at this job, Weber was feeling the same at The Slice.

After a meeting of the minds, Rehl bought not only The Slice, but its entire strip center on Lincoln, near Weinbach Avenue, that includes The Confectionery, Basket Kases Gift Shoppe, and Evansville Esports. Rehl has spun some changes at The Slice but says the most important things have stayed the same, starting with the pizza.

Standard slices remain, including the popular potato, ranch, and spinach pies. Rehl will rotate in a few others — chili and cheeseburger pizzas have been hits, he says.

Rehl streams UE basketball away games for Aces fans to watch. It’s a hangout for those coming to UE for campus theater productions and other events, and for Reitz Memorial High School basketball supporters.

Popular with UE students for years, Rehl says student traffic into The Slice has slowed; one of his priorities is getting it back. He feels completion of new student housing across Lincoln from the restaurant should help.

But Rehl says The Slice’s older, longtime fans are excited to see the shop reenergized, and the renovated back room is presenting event rental opportunities.

Prices remain $2.50 per slice. The eatery’s hours, too, have not changed: 11:16 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week. For proof, just look at the glass front door.

Why 11:16 a.m.?

“It was just Eric,” Rehl says of Weber, his predecessor. “Eric has a quirky sense of humor.”

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A SLICE OF LIFE Tom Rehl isn’t looking to reinvent the pizza pie as the new owner of The Slice. In fact, he’s retained the service of prior owner Eric Weber to ensure a smooth transition. That said, Rehl has introduced some new menu items that patrons can enjoy in a refreshed interior.

TOM REHL

ERIC WEBER

NOW OPEN

ALL ABOARD

The Caboose offers take-out lunch in an off-track location

BY MAGGIE VALENTI

When Ed Curtis purchased a red caboose for his namesake building at 915 Main St., he thought it would be the host of a snack bar with an outdoor deck for Downtown patrons. What showed up in early 1995 made him change course.

“Ed was surprised how small the caboose was,” according to Stacy Stevens, owner of Landmark Realty & Development, Inc., which manages the building.

Now a carry-out place, The Caboose has housed seven tenants over its almost 30 years. Current tenant Robyn Legeay ran a catering business on the East Side but always wanted to move into The Caboose, which she did three years ago.

“It’s quaint and cozy,” she says. “It’s my happy place.”

Whi le she still operates Catering by Robyn, many days she can be found chatting up the regulars — many from The Curtis Building or Civic Center — who frequently buy lunch at The Caboose. Although carry-out only, outdoor seating is available during nice weather.

“I know most of my customers,” says Legeay.

“And their order,” adds Ann Stuckey, a friend of Legeay’s who often helps out.

Regu lars call or text Legeay their orders, so they know exactly when to pick up. With only two medium-sized refrigerators, she makes daily shopping trips to stock up. Patrons can select from breakfast sandwiches like The Caboose Burrito or a Breakfast Croissant and wash it down with a smoothie made with almond milk or protein powder in a variety of flavors.

The Caboose’s wraps and salads take center stage, with choices incorporating fruit like honey crisp apples and dried cranberries, Southwest flavoring via Colby jack cheese, Italian twists with salami and pepperoni, and a monthly seasonal salad as well. Some of its most popular items include Legeay’s buffalo chicken and chicken bacon ranch wraps. The Caboose offers specials, like taco salad every Thursday, and changes them each season.

Legeay’s favorite part of restaurant service? “People. Talking to people and meeting people.”

CHEW CHEW

Open 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Thursday

To place an order ahead of time, call or text 812453-2679. Walk-ins welcome while supplies last.

FRESH TAKES

Spankey’s Una Cafe, 15 Jefferson Ave., began dine-in services at its second location with gourmet pizza, salads, sandwiches, dessert, and a full bar. Olea Fusion Bistro has opened at 108 Second St., Henderson, Kentucky, and offers Greek- and Italian-influenced fare. Main Street Food & Beverage food Hall, 900 Main St., has a new addition in Mikey’s Caribbean Restaurant, which serves Haitian cuisine such as oxtail, plantain rounds, and fried red snapper. The Rooftop owner Richie Patel’s Noche Cantina & Cocina, 2215 W. Franklin St., serves Latin American fare such as truffle yuka fries, grilled elote salad, and deep-fried tres leches. Ben Klipsch has opened Evansville’s first location of the Scooter’s Coffee franchise at 535 E. Diamond Ave. Be Happy Pie Company has expanded with a second location at 6225 E. Virginia St., Ste. C. Jan’s Place has opened a dinein location five days a week at 1400 W. Maryland St. and doles out Cajun shrimp quesadillas, corn ribs, gumbo, beignets, and more.

NIBBLES

Rene Jimenez, owner of Nellie’s Restaurant, 8566 Ruffian Lane, Newburgh, Indiana, has purchased the former Wolf’s Bar-B-Q property at 6600 N. First Ave. and plans a spring opening. Sean and Nicole Swank are the new owners of Pips Pub, 19501 Elpers Road. Josh Melton and Tim Smith have purchased the 137-year-old Metzger’s Tavern, 1000 Powell St., Henderson, Kentucky. Pizza Depot, 2801

E. Boonville-New Harmony Road Ste. R, now is under the ownership of husband-wife team Ed Atkins and Sara Glore. Lamasco Bar & Grill, 1331 W. Franklin St., has reopened under chef Charles Mereday and Brittany Hadden. Chef Jeremiah Galey has purchased Amy’s on Franklin, 1418 W. Franklin St. Hoosier Burger Co. has moved to 5720 E. Virginia St. as a ghost kitchen inside Catfish Willy’s Seafood & Comfort Cuisine.

DEARLY DEPARTED

Tavola dei Nonna at 31 N. Green St., Henderson, Kentucky, is for sale. Your Way Café at 111 E. Water St. Ste. 100 in Mount Vernon, Indiana, closed on Dec. 16. Corner Nutrition, 955 S. Hebron Ave., shuttered on Dec. 19. Harmony Pizza, 1101 Harmony Way, closed its doors on Dec. 31. Nel’s Pizza, 325 S. Green River Road, has closed. Which Wich has pulled out of Crossroads IGA at 5401 E. Lloyd Expressway.

ROBYN LEGEAY

FINE DINING

CAVANAUGH’S: 421 N.W. Riverside Drive (inside Bally’s Evansville), 812433-4333. Steaks, fresh seafood, overlooking the Ohio River, and entertainment in the piano bar.

 RED GERANIUM: 520 North St., New Harmony, IN, 812-682-6171. Contemporary American fare.

UPSCALE DINING

AMY’S ON FRANKLIN: 1418 W. Franklin St., 812-401-2332. Midwestern comfort food influenced by the French Quarter, Mexico, and Texas and known for dry-aged and butter-aged steaks.

BAR LOUIE: 7700 Eagle Crest Blvd., 812-476-7069. Full bar, expansive menu with a variety of appetizers, a large hamburger selection, and signature martinis. Catering available.

BIAGGI’S RISTORANTE ITALIANO: 6401 E. Lloyd Expressway Ste. 3, 812421-0800. Italian cuisine from scratch including monthly chef features, authentic pastas, chicken parmesan, and bruschetta, plus gluten-free options. Catering available.

BONEFISH GRILL: 6401 E. Lloyd Expressway, 812-401-3474. Wood-burning grill, fish, steaks, soups, salads, and its famous Bang Bang Shrimp. Catering available.

 BRU BURGER BAR: (Best Restaurant for a Burger) 222 Sycamore St. in the former Greyhound bus terminal, 812-302-3005. Signature chef burgers, classic sandwiches, salads, appetizers, desserts, and an extensive drink menu.

CAMBRIDGE GRILL: 1034 Beacon Hill (at Cambridge Golf Course), 812-8684653. Salads, sandwiches, pizzas, entrées, and an expanded wine menu.

THE COLLECTIVE: 230 Main St. (above COMFORT by the Cross-Eyed Cricket), 812-909-3742. Fresh specialty appetizers and entrées with an extensive beverage list.

 COMFORT BY THE CROSS-EYED CRICKET: (Best Restaurant for Brunch) 230 Main St., 812-909-3742. Full breakfast menu, home-style favorites, sandwiches, steaks, and salads.

COPPER HOUSE: 1430 W. Franklin St., 812-909-8089. Unique cuisine meets comfort food including shrimp and grits, burgers, apricot salmon, goat cheese bites, and signature cocktails. Event space available.

 CORK ‘N CLEAVER: (Best Restaurant for a Celebratory Dinner) 650 S. Hebron Ave., 812-479-6974. Steak, prime rib, chicken, seafood, salad bar, soup, and sandwich lunches.

 DADE PARK GRILL AT ELLIS PARK: 3300 U.S. 41 N., Henderson, KY, 812-425-1456 or 800-333-8110. Clubhouse dining.

FARMER & FRENCHMAN: 12522 U.S. 41 S., Robards, KY, 270-748-1856. Café featuring cheese and charcuterie trays, salads, Neapolitan pizzas, pasta, sandwiches, desserts, beer, and Farmer & Frenchman house and European wines. Catering available.

 HAUB STEAK HOUSE: 101 E. Haub St., Haubstadt, IN, 812-768-6462. A la carte menu. Steak, prime rib, seafood, chicken, pork, vegetable side dishes, and desserts.

HOUSE OF COMO: 2700 S. Kentucky Ave., 812-422-0572. Baked chicken dishes, lamb chops, fish entrées, and oversized steaks with Lebanese and Middle Eastern influence. Catering available.

 R’Z CAFÉ AND CATERING: 104 N. Main St., Fort Branch, IN, 812-615-0039. Classic comfort food to modern cuisine, including breakfast and lunch combinations as well as daily specials.

SAMUEL’S: 113 S.E. Fourth St., 812-777-0047. A wide range of shareable bites for the table, specialty entrées, and sandwiches rotating seasonally for those 21-plus only. Open for lunch and dinner.

SCHYMIK’S KITCHEN: 1112 Parrett St., 812-401-3333. Globally influenced restaurant with a full bar with brunch available on Sundays.

PRIVATE CLUBS

EVANSVILLE COUNTRY CLUB: 3810 Stringtown Road, 812-425-2243. Executive chef on staff. Diverse menu selection including prime steaks and fresh seafood. Member-only dining.

OAK MEADOW COUNTRY CLUB (THE MEMBERS GRILL): 11505 Browning Road, 812-867-1900. Chef-created menu in full-service dining room and diverse options ranging from traditional to cutting edge. Breakfast served on weekends. Member-only dining.

ROLLING HILLS COUNTRY CLUB: 1666 Old Plank Road, Newburgh, IN, 812925-3336. Executive chef on staff. New and classic dishes including chicken, steak, seafood specials, and pastas. Member-only dining.

DELIS

BOWLIFY SUPERFOODS: 250 N. Burkhardt Road, 812-303-2874. Acai bowls, smoothies, rice protein bowls, and avocado toasts. Catering available.

CHICKEN SALAD CHICK: 1414 Hirschland Road, 812-594-9820. More than 12 flavors of chicken salad, soups, sides, and desserts. Catering available.

THE DELI: 421 N.W. Riverside Drive (inside Bally’s Evansville), 812-4334000. Deli sandwiches, salads, hot dogs, and pizza.

THE DELI AT ONB: One Main St. (inside Old National Bank), 812-4245801. Fresh soups, salads, sandwiches, paninis, desserts, and daily specials. Catering available.

UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED, restaurants are accessible to people with disabilities and accept major credit cards. City and county ordinances prohibit smoking in many facilities. We suggest calling ahead to check which venues are exempt. Evansville Living has made every attempt to present an accurate guide. Please notify us of significant changes in a restaurant’s management, location, or menu. This directory is compiled by editorial staff and not based on advertising.

FIREHOUSE SUBS: 1031 N. Green River Road, 812-909-4445. Hot and cold sandwiches with toppings such as smoked turkey, sliced chicken, and veggies. Kids eat free on Wednesdays and Sundays. Catering available.

THE GRANOLA JAR CAFÉ & BAKERY: 1033 Mount Pleasant Road, 812-4371899; 333 State St., Newburgh, IN, 812-490-0060; 5600 E. Virginia St., 812-401-8111. Specializes in house-made granola along with sandwiches and deli salads plus vegetarian and vegan options. Catering available.

HONEYBAKED HAM: 1446 N. Green River Road, 812-471-2940. Boxed lunches, sandwiches, salads, as well as whole, half, or slices of ham. Variety of desserts and side items. Catering available.

JASON’S DELI: 943 N. Green River Road, 812-471-9905. Sandwiches, salads, and other healthy meals with fresh ingredients and no artificial trans fats, MSG, or high fructose corn syrup, plus a 22-foot-long salad bar and free ice cream with every order. Catering available.

JIMMY JOHN’S: 701 N. Burkhardt Road, 812-401-5400; 130 N. St. Joseph Ave., 812-402-9944; 330 Main St., 812-402-5653; 2320 N. Green River Road, 812-402-5747; 8680 High Pointe Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-490-7111. Deli-style sandwiches, fresh-baked bread, vegetables prepared daily, and cold-cut meats. Catering available.

MCALISTER’S DELI: 2220 N. Green River Road, 812-618-2050; 5301 Pearl Drive, Ste. 100, 812-228-4222; 3788 Libbert Road, Newburgh, IN, 812-490-3354. Deli sandwiches, salads, spuds, soups, and sweet tea.

NORTH MAIN ANNEX GOURMET CATERING & DELI: 701 N. Main St., 812250-4551. Gourmet catering from breakfast to dessert, and a daily, fresh-made menu of breakfast, salads, baked goods, and deli classics.

OLD TYME DELI & MEAT SHOP: 307 N. First Ave., 812-401-1030. A traditional deli and meat shop offering plate lunches.

 OLEA FUSION BISTRO: 108 Second St., Henderson, KY. Greek- and Italian-influenced fare.

PANERA BREAD: 220 N. Burkhardt Road, 812-476-7477; 5201 Pearl Drive, 812-250-7088; 4015 Gateway Blvd., Newburgh, IN, (inside Deaconess Orthopedic Neuroscience Hospital) 812-706-6386. Breads, sandwiches, paninis, soups, salads, and specialty coffee drinks. Catering available at Burkhardt and Pearl locations.

PENN STATION EAST COAST SUBS: 137 N. Burkhardt Road, 812-479-7366; 4827 Davis Lant Drive, 812-402-7366; 5310 Pearl Drive, 812-434-7366; 8887 High Pointe Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812- 401-7366; 1111 Barrett Blvd., Henderson, KY, 270-826-7361. Grilled, made fresh-to-order sub sandwiches, homemade hand-cut fries, fresh baked cookies, and fresh-squeezed lemonade. Catering available.

SICILIANO CHARCUTERIE & SUBS: 2021 W. Franklin St., 812-303-3855. Charcuterie, specialty subs, and salads. Catering available.

WHICH WICH: 6401 N. Green River Road, 812-867-0826. An extensive menu of customizable sandwiches and sides. Catering available.

BAKERIES, COFFEEHOUSES, AND ICE CREAM

 2ND STREET BISTRO & BAKERY: 111 S. Second St., Boonville, IN, 812573-8887. Sandwiches and freshly baked breads, desserts, cookies, cakes, pies, and more.

 3 CHICKS FUDGERY: 305 Main St., Mount Vernon, IN, 812-307-3454. Fresh fudge, gourmet coffee, hand-dipped ice cream from JB’s Barnyard, and unique gifts. Catering and food truck available.

BASKIN-ROBBINS: 3960 N. First Ave., 812-550-1500. Premium ice cream, plus bakery treats and custom ice cream cakes and pies.

BE HAPPY PIE COMPANY: 2818 Mount Vernon Ave. Ste. B, 812-449-7718. Made-from-scratch bakery specializing in sweet and savory pies, sweet rolls, brownies, cookies, scones, petite cheesecakes, coffee cakes, and cookie pies.

BEA SWEET TREATS: 4111 Merchant Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-454-7728. Custom cakes and cookies, macarons, cinnamon rolls, and other baked goods.

BEANS & BARISTAS: 800 N. Green River Road (inside Eastland Mall), 812-475-8566. Full coffee bar, gourmet coffees and teas, Italian sodas, and various pastry treats. Retail gourmet coffee beans, teas, and unique gifts.

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SALMON AND SHRIMP RISOTTO FROM BIAGGI’S RISTORANTE ITALIANO

 BLACK LODGE COFFEE ROASTERS: 610 Church St., New Harmony, IN, 812-682-2449. Pour-overs, presses, cold brew, iced coffee, espressos, and more. .

BOBACCINOS CAFÉ: 3848 N. First Ave., 812-773-3333. Extensive coffee, boba tea, and blended tea menu, plus pastries, sandwiches, smash burgers, and breakfast items including biscuits and gravy.

BUBBLE PANDA: 1524 N. Green River Road, 812-760-2728. Bubble tea shop offering milk and ice teas, slushies, smoothies, and lattes.

BUBBLE TEATALK: 619 N. Burkhardt Road, Ste. G, 812-598-5235. Bubble and milk teas, smoothies, slushies, and more.

CLEO’S BAKERY & BROWN BAG LUNCHES: 9 W. Jennings St., Newburgh, IN, 812-853-0500. Full bakery with cookies, scones, muffins, cupcakes, coffee, and lunches including signature sandwiches paired with a choice of chips, pickles, and homemade soup. Catering available.

COOKIES AND CUPCAKE BY DESIGN: 419 Metro Ave., 812-426-1599. Cookie bouquets, custom-decorated cookies, cupcakes, cookie cakes, and other baked goods. Local delivery is available.

CRUMBL COOKIES: 939 N. Burkhardt Road Ste. B, 812-965-4133; 5435 Pearl Drive, Ste. 2. 930-212-0677. Delivery and carry-out homemade, gourmet cookies. Catering available.

D-ICE: 800 N. Green River Road (in Eastland Mall food court), 812-3199071. Thai-fried ice cream rolls and bubble tea.

DONUT BANK BAKERY AND COFFEE SHOP: 210 N. St. Joseph Ave., 812-426-1011; 2128 N. First Ave., 812-426-2311; 1031 E. Diamond Ave., 812-426-0011; 5 N. Green River Road, 812-479-0511; 1950 Washington Ave., 812477-2711; 3988 State Highway 261, Newburgh, IN, 812-858-9911; 1200 Lincoln Ave., 812-402-4111; 4800 W. Lloyd Expressway, 812-401-2211; 1303 W. Broadway St., Princeton, IN, 812-385-3711; 2630A U.S. 41, Henderson, KY, 270-212-0181. Donuts, coffee, cookies, other baked goods, and smoothies.

DUNKIN’: 3960 N. First Ave., 812-550-1500; 850 N. Green River Road, 812-303-5797; 3955 Orchard Lane, Newburgh, IN; 2222 U.S. 41, Hen derson, KY, 270-297-0299. Donuts, pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and a variety of coffees.

 ELBIE’S ICE CREAM: 70 S.E. Front St., Elberfeld, IN, 812-403-3778. Seasonal ice cream stand with specialty dishes, ice cream nachos, unicorn sundaes, and more.

FARM 57: 3443 Kansas Road, 812-677-5757. House-made pastries plus coffee, ice cream, and drinks. Seasonal live music and food trucks on Wednesdays.

FIRE & ICE: 606 Main St., Ste. B, New Harmony, IN. Serving ice cream, milkshakes, honey-glazed hot ham, chili, and more.

GAYLACAKE: 320 N. Main St., 812-454-9791. Specializes in order-only cupcakes, cookies, special occasion cakes, and other baked goods.

GREAT HARVEST BREAD COMPANY: 423 Metro Ave., 812-476-4999. Freshbaked bread, breakfast items, sandwiches, salads, homemade soups for lunch, and specialty sweets. Catering available.

HOMETOWN NUTRITION: 300 Main St., Ste. 1A, 812-401-0058. Smoothies, boosted teas, protein shakes, and more.

 HONEY MOON COFFEE CO.: (Best Place to Have a Cup of Coffee) 612 S. Weinbach Ave., 812-602-3123; 1211 Tutor Lane, 812-893-2945; 2903 Mount Vernon Ave., 812-470-3205; 20 W. Water St., Newburgh, IN. 812-746-8168. Curated coffee and drinks, Hong Kong-style bubble waffles, all-day breakfast items, and Graeter’s ice cream.

INSOMNIA COOKIES: 318 Main St., Ste. 100, 930-500-4814. Late-night bakery specializing in delivery and carry-out warm cookies.

JOE BREWSKI COFFEE: 10 N.W. Sixth St. Specialty cold brews and lemonades.

 LIC’S DELI AND ICE CREAM: (Best Ice Cream/Gelato) 800 E. Diamond Ave., 812-424-4862; 4501 Lincoln Ave., 812-477-3131; 2001 Washington Ave., 812-473-0569; 11 N.W. Fifth St., 812-422-2618; 8700 Ruffian Lane, Newburgh, IN, 812-858-0022. Deli-style soups, salads, sandwiches, locally made ice cream, choco-cremes, and sorbets.

MILK & SUGAR SCOOP SHOPPE: 2027 W. Franklin St., 812-602-1423; 10931 IN 66, 812-625-1087; 900 Main St. (inside Main Street Food & Beverage). Premium ice cream shop.

MISSION GROUNDS: 1107 Washington Square, 812-421-3808. Specialty coffee, tea, lemonade, whole beans for sale, and pastries.

MR. BUBBLE TEA: 503 N. Green River Road, 812-550-3166. Smoothies, Asian beverages, and bubble tea in different flavors.

MULBERRY JEAN’S ACCENTS: 600 State St., Newburgh, IN, 812-490-5835. High tea served with sandwiches, desserts,

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PANADERÍA SAN MIGUEL: 2004 Washington Ave., 812-814-8037. Traditional Mexican bakery with cakes, pastries, and bread.

PARLOR DOUGHNUTS: 204 Main St., 812-303-4487; 301 N. Green River Road, 812-303-5906. Specialty doughnuts and coffee from Proper Coffee Roasters. Green River Road location also serves breakfast items and milkshakes.

PENNY LANE COFFEEHOUSE: 600 S.E. Second St., 812-421-8741. Fair trade organic espresso and espresso drinks, gourmet coffees, Italian sodas, fresh-baked pastries, and vegetarian soups.

 PIECE OF CAKE: (Best Birthday Cake Baker) 210 Main St., 812-424-2253. Customized cakes, cookies, coffee, sodas, breakfast items, and more.

REVIVE ENERGY AND NUTRITION: 1211 Tutor Lane. Boosted smoothies and teas, protein shakes, and more.

RIVER CITY COFFEE + GOODS: 223 Main St., 812-550-1695. Espresso bar, brewed coffees, pour-overs, and teas.

RIVER KITTY CAT CAFE: 226 Main St., 812-550-1553. Coffee, tea, croissants, cookies, biscotti, and savory pastries.

SCOOTER’S COFFEE: 535 E. Diamond Ave., 812-916-9487. A coffee shop with hot, iced, and blended drinks, smoothies, teas, and baked goods.

 SMALLEY COFFEE: 2955 Newton St., Jasper, IN. Handcrafted drinks including tea, coffee, and frozen drinks.

STARBUCKS: 624 S. Green River Road (inside Barnes & Noble), 812475-1054; 504 N. Green River Road, 812-476-7385; 6401 E. Lloyd Expressway, Ste. 16, 812-401-1771; 4700 W. Lloyd Expressway, 812-549-4053; 4650 First Ave., 812-421-0461; 601 Walnut St., 812423-5002; 7755 IN 66, Newburgh, IN, 812-858-0234. Specialty coffees, teas, and baked goods.

 TF ICE CREAM: 1002 E. Walnut St., Boonville, IN, 812-715-3367. Ice cream, sherbet, barbecue, chili dogs, and more.

TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE: 2101 N. Green River Road, 812-297-9727. Smoothies, flatbreads, wraps, salads, and sandwiches. Catering available.

DINERS, CAFÉS, AND FAMILY RESTAURANTS

10-8 CAFÉ: 4209 U.S. 41 N., 812-413-0129 and 812-413-9355. A cafe with breakfast, appetizers, pizza, sandwiches, burgers, and specialty coffee from the makers of White Swan Coffee Lab.

BIG-TOP DRIVE IN: 1213 W. Maryland St., 812-424-7442. Burgers, sandwiches, chicken strips, and ice cream.

BURGER BANK: 1617 S. Weinbach Ave., 812-475-2265. Mini-burgers, cheeseburgers, fries, and more.

THE CAROUSEL: 5115 Monroe Ave., 812-479-6388. Classic American cuisine.

 CARRIAGE INN: 103 Gibson St., Haubstadt, IN, 812-768-6131. Plate lunches, sandwiches, soups, salads, steaks, and assorted dinner entrées.

CATFISH WILLY’S SEAFOOD & COMFORT CUISINE: 5720 E. Virginia St., 812401-2233. Seafood favorites like crab, lobster, shrimp, gator, and Southern comfort food. Patrons can order Hoosier Burger Co. items.

CLEAVERS: 5501 E. Indiana St., 812-473-0001. Sandwiches including pulled pork, Chicago-style Italian beef, pork loin, and steak.

 COMMANDER’S GRILL: 118 W. Locust St., Boonville, IN, 812-715-0055. A sandwich shop with fried chicken, salads, steaks, and pork chops.

CROSS-EYED CRICKET FAMILY RESTAURANT: 2101 W. Lloyd Expressway, 812422-6464. Sandwiches, fish dishes, breakfast items, country-style dinners, and more.

 THE DAIRIETTE: 711 Atkinson St., Henderson, KY, 270-826-2401. Hamburgers, tenderloins, fries, milkshakes, and soft-serve sundaes.

THE DINER BY MELE’S: 550 N. Green River Road, 812-402-1272. Regional specialties, Mexican-inspired dishes, and all-day breakfast.

DOWNTOWN GRILL: 900 Main St. (inside Main Street Food & Beverage). Serving sandwiches including Philly Cheesesteaks, Cubans, Italians, Subs, and hotdogs.

 FEED MILL RESTAURANT & BAR: 3541 State Highway 60-E., Morganfield, KY, 270-389-0047. Seafood and barbecue.

FRANKIE’S RESTAURANT: 6840 Logan Drive, 812-490-3172. A wide range of American fare across dedicated menus for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

FRIENDSHIP DINER: 834 Tutor Lane, 812-402-0201. Breakfast, sandwiches, pasta, and home-style favorites.

G.D. RITZY’S: 4810 University Drive, 812-425-8700; 4320 N. First Ave., 812-421-1300; 601 N. Green River Road, 812-474-6259. Hamburgers, grilled chicken, chicken strips, hot dogs, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, ultra-thin shoestring-style French fries, old-fashioned ice cream, and milkshakes.

 GASTHOF AMISH VILLAGE: 6747 E. Gasthof Village Road, Montgomery, IN, 812-486-4900. Amish- style buffet with bakery. Catering available.

 HOMETOWN ROOTS: 136 Second St., Henderson, KY, 270-212-3653. Southern comfort food like mac and cheese, pulled pork, and fried chicken. Catering available.

HOOSIER BURGER CO.: Operates as a ghost kitchen at Catfish Willy’s Seafood & Comfort Cuisine, 5720 E. Virginia St. Order online or dine-in at Catfish Willy’s.

THE HORNET’S NEST: 11845 Petersburg Road, 812-867-2386. Soups, sandwiches, salads, daily lunch specials, steaks, seafood, and chicken, plus brunch.

JAN’S PLACE: 1400 W. Maryland St., 812-633-8989. Cajun and creole food served five days a week.

JOURNEY FISH AND CHICKEN: 825 S. Green River Road, 812-303-2420. Sandwiches, gyros, fried fish, and fried chicken.

JUICY SEAFOOD: 865 N. Green River Road. 812-303-6869. Seafood boils, fried seafood, and appetizers.

KITE & KEY CAFÉ: 2301 W. Franklin St., 812-401-0275. Breakfast and lunch options and desserts, with an in-house coffee shop serving coffee, espresso drinks, tea, hot chocolate, smoothies, frappes, and pastries.

 THE KORNER INN: 15 W. Main St., Elberfeld, IN, 812-983-4200. Daily lunch specials, sandwiches, burgers, and dinners.

LIBBY AND MOM’S: 2 Richardt Ave., 812-437-3040. Home-cooked meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

 LOG INN: 12491 County Road 200 E., Haubstadt, IN, 812-867-3216. Fried chicken, ham, roast beef, and fiddlers.

MAJOR MUNCH: 101 N.W. First St., 812-306-7317. Cheeseburgers, chili, grilled chicken sandwiches, grilled cheese, and catfish.

MERRY-GO-ROUND RESTAURANT: 2101 Fares Ave., 812-423-6388. Traditional American cuisine.

 MISTER B’S: (Best Restaurant for Wings) 1340 Hirschland Road, 812402-2090; 2611 U.S. 41, Henderson, KY, 270-826-1111. Pizza, wings, sandwiches, soup, salad, and pasta. Catering available.

 MR. D’S: 1435 S. Green St., Henderson, KY, 270-826-2505. Drive-in classic American cuisine mushrooms, chicken strips, fried chicken, chicken liver, chicken sandwiches, and more all hand-breaded with Colonel Jim’s Breading. Breakfast and charcuterie board catering are available.

NELLIE’S RESTAURANT: 8566 Ruffian Lane, Newburgh, IN, 812-629-2142. Breakfast and lunch items, such as omelets, pancakes, waffles, sandwiches, burgers, and salads.

THE NEW FRONTIER RESTAURANT AND BAR: 12945 IN 57, 812-867-6786. Bloody Mary bar, appetizers, sandwiches, soups, salads, steak, fried chicken, and pork chops.

THE NEW OLD MILL: 5031 New Harmony Road, 812-963-6000. Steaks, chicken, catch of the day, sandwiches, soups, and salads.

NOMOD: 900 Main St. (inside Main Street Food & Beverage). Serving a smash burger, brunch burger, and chicken wings.

PATTIE’S SAND TRAP AT FENDRICH GOLF COURSE: 1900 E. Diamond Ave., 812435-6028. Burgers, sandwiches, chicken, salads, and a variety of snacks.

PIE PAN: 905 North Park Drive, 812-425-2261. Traditional American cuisine. Homemade pies sold by the slice and whole.

PIER 17 CAJUN SEAFOOD RESTAURANT AND BAR: 600 N. Green River Road., 812-303-6338. Cajun classic appetizers like fried calamari and seafood from shrimp and oysters to catfish served in combo specials, fried baskets, and boils.

 THE RED WAGON: 6950 Frontage Road, Poseyville, IN, 812-8742221. Catfish, oysters, and grilled salmon.

ROOSTER’S DEN: 3988 Haley Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-706-3555. Family recipes and homestyle cooking.

 SAY’S RESTAURANT: 500 Church St., New Harmony, IN, 812-2704183. Comfort food made with seasonal local ingredients.

 SIDEWALK CAFE: 228 Second St., Henderson, KY, 270-831-2233. Gourmet chicken salad, Italian beef, tomato basil turkey wrap, loaded potato soup, and strawberry cake. Catering available.

 SILVER BELL RESTAURANT: 4424 St. Wendel Road, Wadesville, IN, 812-963-0944. Sandwiches, fiddlers, pizza, and vegetable side dishes. Family-style fried chicken dinner specials.

THE TIN FISH: 707 State St., Newburgh, IN, 812-490-7000. Fresh fish flown in daily, clam chowder, salads, and sandwiches.

VFW 1114: 110 N. Wabash Ave. of Flags, 812-422-5831. Friday buffet, prime rib on Saturday, and brunch on Sunday.

WAYLON’S DINER ON MAIN: 606 N. Main St, 812-777-0088. All-day breakfast, homemade desserts, lunch specials, and cold sandwiches and wraps for grab-n’-go lunch.

 YESTERDAZE BAR & GRILL: 101 S. Second St., Boonville, IN, 812897-0858. Daily lunch and dinner specials; sandwiches, wraps, salads, sides, and entrées.

 ZACK’S DINER: 202 E. Locust St., Fort Branch, IN, 812-7531230. Family restaurant serving breakfast all day and standard diner fare.

ZESTO: 102 W. Franklin St., 812-424-1416; 920 E. Riverside Drive, 812423-5961. Hamburgers, fish and chicken sandwiches, tenderloins, soups, and ice cream.

 THE ZONE BY MARYSCOTTS: 433 Plaza Drive (in Southwind Plaza), Mount Vernon, IN, 812-643-5024. Chef-driven fresh scratch cuisine in a family-friendly restaurant with a sports theme.

AMERICAN FARE NATIONAL CHAINS

APPLEBEE’S: 5100 E. Morgan Ave., 812-471-0942; 5727 Pearl Drive, 812-426-2006; 1950 U.S. 41 N., Henderson, KY, 270-826-9427. Soups, sandwiches, salads, and various dinner entrées.

BISCUIT BELLY: 945 N. Burkhardt Road, 812-777-8300. Shareable breakfast dishes, biscuit sandwiches, biscuits and gravy, and more.

BJ’S RESTAURANT AND BREWHOUSE: 1000 N. Green River Road, 812550-9320. Soups, salads, pizza, pasta, burgers and sandwiches, and other entrées. Catering available.

BOB EVANS: 1125 N. Green River Road, 812-473-9022. “Homestyle” American menu.

BUBBA’S 33: 1 N. Burkhardt Road, 812-901-6409. Fresh burgers, pizza, sandwiches, entrées, classic pub-style appetizers and sides, and a full bar.

CHEDDAR’S SCRATCH KITCHEN: 2100 N. Green River Road, 812-4919976. Garden-fresh salads, homemade soups, and varied entrée selections including pasta, lemon pepper chicken, and tilapia.

CRACKER BARREL: 8215 Eagle Lake Drive, 812-479-8788; 2130 U.S. 60 E., Henderson, KY, 270-826-5482. Classic American cuisine.

CULVER’S: 1734 Hirschland Road, 812-437-3333; 4850 W. Lloyd Expressway, 812-492-8000. Butter burgers, frozen custard, cheese curds, and more.

DRAKE’S: 1222 Hirschland Road, 812-401-2920. Craft beer, burgers, and sushi.

FIVE GUYS BURGERS AND FRIES: 5402 E. Indiana St., 812-401-1773. Burgers, hot dogs, and Cajun fries.

FREDDY’S FROZEN CUSTARD & STEAKBURGERS: 2848 N. Green River Road, 812-909-4395; 5501 Pearl Drive, 812-303-6137. Steakburgers, sandwiches, and frozen custard.

GOLDEN CORRAL BUFFET & GRILL: 130 N. Cross Pointe Blvd., 812-4731095; 1320 N. Green St., Henderson, KY, 270-869-9310. Large buffet selections, steaks, shrimp, and chicken. Weekend dinner menu begins at noon.

JAKE’S WAYBACK BURGERS: 115 Cross Pointe Blvd., 812-475-9272; 624 E. Diamond Ave., 812-422-4999. Burgers, hot dogs, and handdipped thick milkshakes.

CHEESEBURGER AND FRIES FROM THE DAIRIETTE

JERSEY MIKE’S SUBS: 939 N. Burkhardt Road, Ste. A, 812-618-3939; 8850 High Pointe Drive Ste. A, Newburgh, IN, 812-758-4208. Serving cold and hot subs including BLTs, club sandwiches, Philly cheesesteaks, and more. Catering available.

LOGAN’S ROADHOUSE: 5645 Pearl Drive, 812-421-0908. American fare including hand-cut steaks, baby-back ribs, mesquite-grilled chicken, appetizers, salads, and seafood.

LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE: 320 N. Green River Road, 812-473-2400. Steak, chicken, ribs, seafood, sandwiches, and burgers.

OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE: 7201 E. Indiana St., 812-474-0005. Specialty steaks, chicken, seafood entrées, salads, and vegetable side dishes.

PANDA EXPRESS: 2445 Menards Drive, 812-479-8889. Chinese fast food like orange chicken, sesame chicken, and fried rice.

RAFFERTY’S: 1400 N. Green River Road, 812-471-0024. Soups, salads, sandwiches, and dinner entrées.

RED LOBSTER: 4605 Bellemeade Ave., 812-477-9227. Soups, salads, sandwiches, seafood entrées, fresh-catch, and daily specials.

RED ROBIN: 6636 E. Lloyd Expressway, 812-473-4100. A variety of hamburgers including the “Banzai Burger,” the “Royal Red Robin Burger,” and the “Whiskey River BBQ Burger.” Full bar menu. Catering available.

TERIYAKI MADNESS: 8833 High Pointe Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-4900048. Japanese inspired, Seattle-style teriyaki customizable bowls of chicken, steak, tofu, veggies, noodles, white rice, and fried rice.

TEXAS ROADHOUSE: 7900 Eagle Crest Blvd., 812-477-7427. Ribs, steaks, side items, and fresh baked bread.

TGI FRIDAY’S: 800 N. Green River Road (in Eastland Mall food court), 812-491-8443. Specialty salads, sandwiches, burgers, steaks, chicken, pasta, and seafood entrées.

WINGSTOP: 499 N. Green River Road, Ste. B, 812-909-3445. Classic, boneless, and crispy wings in 11 flavors.

PIZZERIAS

ARCHIE & CLYDE’S RESTAURANT & BAR: 8309 Bell Oaks Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-490-7778. Pizza, fried cheese ravioli, wraps, salads, soups, gyros, and barbecue.

AZZIP PIZZA: (Best Business That Gives Back) 5225 Pearl Drive, 812401-3572; 8850 High Pointe Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-518-3810; 2121 N. Green River Road, 812-901-0490; 4660 N. First Ave., 812-250-8947. All personal sized pizzas (8 or 11 inches) made with one meat and all the vegetable toppings included. Thin and crispy pizza as well as thick-crust and 7-inch pizzas. Warm cookies, salad, and beer available.

DONATOS PIZZA: 710 S. Green River Road, Ste. 3, 812-618-3868. Pizza, oven-baked subs, salad, calzones, wings, and desserts. Catering available.

DONTAE’S HIGHLAND PIZZA PARLOR: 6669 Kratzville Road, 812-777-0016. Pizzas, strombolis, salads, and appetizers.

FARM 57: 3443 Kansas Road, 812-677-5757. Wood-fired, brick-oven pizza from The Pizza Revolution and weekly food truck events.

FAT BOY’S PIZZA: 10722 Highway 662 W., Newburgh, IN, 812-518-3061. Local una-style pizza serving take-out orders only.

FRANKLIN STREET PIZZA FACTORY: 2033 W. Franklin St., 812-602-3028. Pizza, sandwiches, wings, appetizers, and salads.

GARDO’S ITALIAN OVEN: 13220 Darmstadt Road, 812-868-8071. Pizza, sandwiches, wings, appetizers, and salads.

GATTITOWN: 316 N. Green River Road, 812-473-3800. Buffet-style pizzas, pastas, salads, and desserts all in a kids’ festival-like arcade.

HEADY’S PIZZA: 4120 N. First Ave., 812-437-4343; 2278 S. Green St., Henderson, KY, 270-212-3700. Pizza, subs, wings, and pasta. Late night delivery available.

K’S PIZZA: 315 E. Diamond Ave., 812-303-2381. Pizza, strombolis, Italian subs, sandwiches, and more.

KIPPLEE’S STADIUM INN: 2350 E. Division St., 812-476-1936. Pizza, wings, and sandwiches.

THE LOBO LOUNGE: 1200 Edgar St., 812-550-1001. Pizza, adult beverages, and more.

LOMBARDI’S NEW YORK PIZZA AND WINGS: 3311 N. Green River Road, 812-602-5255. Authentic New York-style pizza sold by the slice or whole and buffalo wings.

LYLE’S SPORTSZONE PIZZA & PUB: 1404 E. Morgan Ave., 812-425-7729. Home of Lyle’s original loaded stromboli. Also serves pizza and sandwiches.

MOD PIZZA: 6401 E. Lloyd Expressway, Ste. C-102, 812-602-5525. Custom, artisan-style pizzas.

NOBLE ROMAN’S: 222 S. Red Bank Road, 812-303-4010; 1216 Washington Square Mall, 812-473-4606. Pizzas, salads, breadsticks, garlic bread, hand-sauced chicken wings, pasta, and sandwiches.

PANGEA KITCHEN: 111 S. Green River Road, Ste. E., 812-401-2404. Offering authentic Neapolitan and Detroit-style pizzas, Thai cuisine, and Italian gelato.

PANGEA PIZZERIA: 401 N.W. Second St., 812-401-2500. Neo-Neapolitan pizza, scratch-made gelato from Pangea Kitchen, and Grande cookies.

 PIZZA CHEF OF BOONVILLE: 423 W. Main St., Boonville, IN, 812-8971600. Pizza, sandwiches, and appetizers. Catering available.

PIZZA KING: (dine-in facilities) 220 N. St. Joseph Ave., 812-424-7976; 7777 State Highway 66, Newburgh, IN, 812-853-3368; 1033 S. Weinbach Ave., 812-476-4941. Pizza and baked stromboli-type sandwiches.

PIZZA OVEN: 5806 Stringtown Road, 812-425-1455. Pizza, strombolis, and Texas barbecue sandwiches.

ROCA BAR AND PIZZA: 4600 Washington Ave., 812-422-7782. Sandwiches, salads, pasta entrees, pizza, steaks, and chicken plus breakfast options. Live entertainment and patio dining.

ROUNDERS PIZZA: 510 W. Mill Road, 812-424-4960. Specialty pizzas including the Nameless Special, a pie with the tomato sauce on top, and the Bavarian, a pie served with mustard.

ROUNDERS PIZZA TOO: 12731 N. Green River Road, 812-867-7172. Specialty pizzas including the Nameless Special and the Bavarian.

SAM’S PIZZERIA: 2011 W. Delaware St., 812-423-3160. Pizza, sandwiches, calzones, pasta, strombolis, wings, and breadsticks.

 SANDY’S PIZZA: 609 S. Main St., Fort Branch, IN, 812-753-3972. Pizza, strombolis, sandwiches, and spaghetti.

THE SLICE: 2011 Lincoln Ave., 812-454-0983. Pizza by the slice or pie. Non-traditional varieties.

SPANKEY’S UNA CAFE: 15 Jefferson St. Ste. 101, 812-303-2810. Gourmet pizza, salads, sandwiches, dessert, and a full bar.

SPANKEY’S UNA PIZZA: 4404 W. Lloyd Expressway, 812-402-6776. A pizza joint with a variety of specialty pizzas such as The Westsider with an assortment of meat toppings, and strombolis.

STEVE’S UNA PIZZA: 1005 S. St. James Blvd., 812-477-5411. Dinner-only takeout, thin-crust pizzas, and extras.

 TURONI’S FORGET-ME-NOT-INN: (Best Pizza - Write In) 4 N. Weinbach Ave., 812-477-7500. Pizza, salads, sandwiches, and fresh-brewed beers.

 TURONI’S PIZZERY AND BREWERY: (Best Pizza - Write In) 408 N. Main St., 812-424-9871. Pizza, salads, sandwiches, and fresh-brewed beers.

 TURONI’S PIZZERY AND BREWERY NEWBURGH: (Best Pizza - Write In) 8011 Bell Oaks Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-490-5555. Pizza, salads, sandwiches, and fresh-brewed beers.

BARBECUE

BANDANA’S BAR-B-Q: 6636 Logan Drive, 812-401-9922. Pork, beef, chicken, and ribs specially prepared over a pit of select hardwoods for a signature smoked flavor.

 CHEFWHAT BBQ & MORE: 422 Seventh St., Henderson, KY, 270-2120742. Fresh barbecue lunch specials are made to order daily including barbeque burritos, quesadillas, and breakfast on Saturdays. Catering available.

 HAWG N’ SAUCE: 6580 Leonard Road, Mount Vernon, IN, 812-838-5339. Barbecue entrées and home-style side dishes. Catering available.

HICKORY PIT STOP: 1521 N. Main St., 812-422-6919. Barbecue chicken, turkey, pork, mutton, brisket, ribs, and a variety of side dishes.

 HOMER’S BARBECUE: 128 Second St., Henderson, KY, 270-869-2214. Local barbecue with smoked meats, craft sides, cold beer, and cocktails. Catering and food truck available.

 J&B BAR-B-CUE AND CATERING: 48 S. Holloway St., Henderson, KY, 270-830-0033. Chicken, ribs, brisket, and pork with a variety of salads and sides. Catering available.

KENNY’S SMOKE SHACK BBQ: 901 W. Franklin St. 812-303-0867. Pulled pork, turkey legs, smoked sausage links, sliced brisket, chopped mutton, sandwiches, and various sides.

LONESTAR BAR-B-QUE AND SOUL FOOD: 2403 Washington Ave., 812303-3351. Barbecued brisket, tacos, pulled pork, ribs, and more Southern specialties.

MARX BBQ: 3119 W. Maryland St., 812-425-1616. Barbecue chicken, pork, and ribs.

 MISSION BBQ: (Best Barbecue) 1530 N. Green River Road, 812-2130200. Barbecue, made-from-scratch sides, and sandwiches.

 MOONLITE BAR-B-Q INN: 2840 W. Parrish Ave., Owensboro, KY, 270-684-8143. Daily lunch and dinner buffets, as well as a menu. An abundance of barbecue and other meats, plus country-style vegetables, corn muffins, a salad bar, and desserts.

 TAYLOR’S GRILL ON WHEELS: 130 N. Water St., Henderson, KY, 270-854-4302. Classic Memphis-style smoked meats, barbecue favorites, loaded mac & cheese, and desserts. Take-out only. Catering available.

 THOMASON’S BARBECUE: 701 Atkinson St., Henderson, KY, 270826-0654. Barbecue varieties of pork, mutton, ribs, chicken, ham, beef, or turkey, with sides like potato salad, slaw, and barbecue beans. Catering available.

ETHNIC

ASIAN

2ND LANGUAGE: 401 N.W. Second St., 812-401-2500. Authentic Asian cuisine, ramen, and desserts. Open for lunch and dinner service.

BIG BANG MONGOLIAN GRILL: 2013 N. Green River Road, 812-602-1400. Open-bar Mongolian grill stir fry, lunch and dinner options, and appetizers.

CANTON INN: 947 North Park Drive, 812-428-6611. Cantonese- and American-style appetizers, soups, poultry, beef, pork, and seafood dishes.

CHINA GARDEN: 501 N. Main St., 812-422-6699. Traditional Chinese fare like egg drop soup, hunan chicken, and moo goo gai pan.

CHINA KING: 590 E. Diamond Ave., 812-423-1896. Traditional Chinese entrées like lo mein, Szechuan pork, and Egg Foo Young.

CHINA VILLAGE: 8423 Bell Oaks Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-858-8238. Soups, fried rice and noodles, specialties like hunan shrimp, and more.

CHOPSTICK HOUSE RESTAURANT: 5412 E. Indiana St., 812-473-5551. Buffet with traditional Chinese and American menu items.

CRAZY BUFFET: 701 N. Burkhardt Road, 812-437-8833. Chinese buffet with lunch specials and combination dinners.

DOMO JAPANESE HIBACHI GRILL, SUSHI, AND RAMEN: 215 N. Green River Road, 812-491-0003. Authentic Japanese dishes, bento boxes, sushi, ramen, and hibachi.

FUJI YAMA: 915 North Park Drive, 812-962-4440. Soups, salads, noodles, rice, sushi, hand rolls, chicken, beef, and shrimp dishes.

GANGNAM KOREAN: 518 Main St., 812-550-1171. Korean cuisine, rice and noodle dishes, seafood, and sushi rolls.

Dining Directory

GOLDEN BUDDHA: 3221 Taylor Ave., 812-473-4855; 5066 IN 261, Newburgh, IN, 812-853-2680. Traditional Chinese cuisine featuring lunch specials and family dinners.

GRACIE’S CHINESE CUISINE: 12500 U.S. 41 N., 812-868-8888. Soups, seafood, and chicken- and pork-centric dishes.

JAYA’S RESTAURANT: 119 S.E. Fourth St., 812-422-6667. Authentic Korean cuisine and sushi.

JIMMY GAO’S SZECHWAN CHINESE RESTAURANT: 669 N. Green River Road (in Eastland Place), 812-479-7600. Extensive Sichuan menu, including Szechuan dumplings, bok choy, and pho.

JUMAK: 5720 E. Virginia St., 812-303-1705. Traditional Korean dishes such as bibimbap, yachae twigim, and bulgogi.

KANPAI: 4593 Washington Ave., 812-471-7076. International fare and Japanese sushi bar serving beer, wine, and sake.

LIN’S ASIAN EXPRESS: 520 N. First Ave., 812-909-4210. Asian cuisine favorites including sushi, fried rice, and hibachi.

LINCOLN GARDEN: 2001 Lincoln Ave., 812-471-8881. Chinese appetizers, soups, lunch platters, and entrées including crab rangoon and General Tso’s chicken.

MA.T.888 CHINA BISTRO: (Best Asian Restaurant) 5636 Vogel Road, 812-475-2888. Specialties include lemongrass fish, Peking duck, and chicken lettuce wraps.

MAMA’S KITCHEN: 1624 N. Green River Road (inside Aihua International Market), 812-479-7168. Stir-fried dishes and soups.

OSAKA JAPANESE HIBACHI AND SUSHI: 5435 Pearl Drive, 812-303-0359; 4222 Bell Road, Ste. 7, Newburgh, IN, 812-518-1371. Hibachi-style cuisine, sushi bar, and specialty dishes for dine-in and carry-out.

POKÉ PIRATE: 2013 N. Green River Road, 812-434-1725. Signature bowls and build-your-own poke.

POKÉ RIVER: 6240 E. Virginia St., 812-303-8003. Poke and sushi dishes, like poke bowls, sushi burritos, and poke salads.

ROPPONGI JAPANESE STEAK & SUSHI: 7221 E. Indiana St., 812-437-5824. Sushi, filet mignon, New York strip, and hibachi.

SAKURA: 4833 Highway 261, Newburgh, IN, 812-490-0553, Japanese cuisine like sushi, sashimi, fried rice, tempura, and hibachi dinners.

TANUKI MART: 5614 E. Virginia St. Japanese candies, Momofuku noodles, chili crunches, and more.

TASTE OF CHINA: 4579 University Drive, 812-422-1260. Traditional Chinese dishes such as Mei Fun, Chow Mein, and Egg Foo Young.

THAI BISTRO AND BAR: 5416 E. Indiana St., 812-303-3153. Authentic Thai cuisine, including Pad Thai, curry, papaya salad, crab rangoons, satay, and more.

 THAI CHOW ORIENTAL FOODS: 1007 S. McCreary St., Fort Branch, IN, 812-753-3878. Classic Thai food.

THAI ORCHIDS: 601 E. Boonville-New Harmony Road, Ste. 200, 812612-0465. Classic cuisine featuring curry dishes, drunken noodles, and Thai custard.

TOKYO JAPAN RESTAURANT: 3000 N. Green River Road, 812-401-1020. Hibachi grill: chicken, beef, shrimp, and scallops.

VIETNAMESE CUISINE: 4602 Vogel Road, 812-479-8818. Vietnamese fare, including traditional noodle dishes.

WASABI EVANSVILLE: 1122 Hirschland Road, 812-602-3737. Sushi, hibachi meals, appetizers, soups, and salads.

YANG’S SHABU SHABU: 4700 Vogel Road, 812-471-8889. Chinese, vegetarian, seafood, Japanese, and more.

YEN CHING: 406 S. Green River Road, 812-474-0181. Chinese weekday lunch specials and evening menu items.

ZUKI: Japanese Hibachi Grill & Sushi Lounge: 1448 N. Green River Road, 812477-9854; 222 Main St., 812-423-9854. Sushi and hibachi-grilled foods.

GERMAN

GERST HAUS: 2100 W. Franklin St., 812-424-1420. Traditional German cuisine, including soups, salads, sandwiches, and dinner entrées. Large imported beer list.

 SCHNITZELBANK RESTAURANT: 393 Third Ave., Jasper, IN, 812-4822640. Authentic German food, as well as American favorites.

INDIAN

ROYAL INDIAN CUISINE: 7799 Highway 66, Newburgh, IN, 812-518-4018. Authentic Indian cuisine like samosas, tandoori chicken, curry, and more.

TAJ MAHAL: 900 Tutor Lane, 812-476-5000. Tandoori chicken, paneer tikka, panjabi curry, kadai paneer, and more.

YAK & YETI: 815 S. Green River Road, 812-909-2022. Himalayan family recipes passed down from multiple generations, including Tandoori lamp chops, momo dumplings, and several kinds of curry.

ITALIAN/MEDITERRANEAN

 ANGELO’S: (Best Italian Restaurant) 305 Main St., 812-428-6666. Pasta, chicken, seafood, veal, and pizzas.

CAFÉ ARAZU: 17 W. Jennings St., Newburgh, IN, 812-842-2200. Pitas, wraps, shish kebabs, and rotating specials and desserts.

KABOB XPRESS: 3305 N. Green River Road, 812-402-0244. Hummus, stuffed grape leaves, falafel, fresh salads, sandwiches, gyro plate, and many kabob plate options.

LITTLE ANGELO’S: 8000 Bell Oaks Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-853-8364. Italian cuisine featuring appetizers, sandwiches, pizzas, pasta, and chicken.

LITTLE ITALY: 4430 N. First Ave., 812-401-0588. Italian and Mediterranean pizzas, soups, salads, pasta, chicken, and sandwiches.

MANNA MEDITERRANEAN GRILL: 2913 Lincoln Ave., 812-473-7005. Stuffed grape leaves, gyros, shish kebabs, and more.

MILANO’S ITALIAN CUISINE: 500 Main St., 812-484-2222. Pizzas, pasta, baked sandwiches, and dinner entrées.

OLIVE GARDEN: 1100 N. Green River Road, 812-473-2903. Soups, salads, pasta, and luncheon entrées.

SAUCED: 1113 Parrett St., 812-402-2230. Pasta, steak, and seafood. Catering and event space available in The Ballroom.

SMITTY’S ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE: 2109 W. Franklin St., 812-423-6280. Premium steak, pasta, pizza, and Italian favorites.

LATIN AMERICAN

 AGAVES MEXICAN GRILL: 2003 Stapp Drive, Henderson, KY, 270957-5028. Mexican fare like burritos, quesadillas, enchiladas, chimichangas, and margheritas. Catering available.

BURRITO EXPRESS MEXICAN GRILL: 900 Main St. (inside Main Street Food & Beverage); 2630 U.S. 41, Henderson, KY, 270-577-1225. Authentic Mexican cuisine and local specials. Catering available.

 CANCUN MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 341 S. Green St., Henderson, KY, 270-826-0067. Fajitas, burritos, quesadillas, enchiladas, seafood, Mexican-style steaks, and more, plus a yearlong outdoor patio. Catering available.

CARIBBEAN CUISINE: 1010 S. Kentucky Ave., 812-303-0631. Caribbean and Haitian dishes like red beans and rice, oxtail, and fish.

CASA FIESTA MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 2121 N. Green River Road, Ste. 8, 812-401-4000. Traditional Mexican entrées, family specials, and 24-inch “monster” burritos.

CHAVA’S MEXICAN GRILL: 4202 N. First Ave., 812-401-1977. Authentic Mexican cuisine offering burritos, tacos, and more.

CHIPOTLE: 499 N. Green River Road, 812-471-4973; 2800 N. Green River Road, 812-916-4757; 4719 W. Lloyd Expressway, 812-435-10888; 1310 Hirschland Road, 812-916-4789. Tacos, burritos, salads, drinks, chips, and guacamole. Catering available.

EL CHARRO MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 720 N. Sonntag Ave., 812-421-1986. Occasional mariachi band performances. Specialties include paella and chimichangas. Catering available.

EL MARIACHI MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 1919 N. Green River Road, 812-7770111. Street tacos, enchiladas, burritos, quesadillas, fajitas, and other Mexican cuisine.

EL PAISANO MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 311 S. Green River Road, 812-437-5089. Street tacos, burritos, tortas, and more.

EL PATRON: 943 N. Park Drive. 812-402-6500. The owners of El Charro opened this restaurant on the North Side, offering authentic Mexican cuisine.

FIESTA ACAPULCO: 8480 High Pointe Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-858-7777. Authentic Mexican dishes, grilled steak dinners, and more.

GOLLITA PERUVIAN CUISINE: 4313 E. Morgan Ave., 812-303-5100. Authentic Peruvian cuisine like Peruvian minestrone, tamales, and papa a la huancaína.

HACIENDA: 990 S. Green River Road, 812-474-1635; 711 N. First Ave., 812423-6355; 5440 Pearl Drive, 812-422-2055; 600 E. Boonville New Harmony Road, 812-401-2180. American-influenced Tex-Mex menu. Catering available.

HOT HEAD BURRITOS: 5625 Pearl Drive, 812-437-5010. Burritos, salad bowls, tacos, nachos, quesadillas to order with meat options including chicken, steak, pork, barbacoa, and taco meat. Catering available.

JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 4044 Professional Lane, Newburgh, IN, 812-490-2814. Authentic Mexican cuisine.

LA CAMPIRANA: 724 N. Burkhardt Road, 812-550-1585. Fresh Mexican cuisine and fresh juice bar. Food truck available.

LA MEXICANA RESTAURANT: 920 Main St. 812-550-1165. A family-owned establishment serving burritos, fajitas, enchiladas, quesadillas, and seafood.

LAS AMERICAS STORE AND RESTAURANT, INC.: 1016 S. Weinbach Ave., 812-475-3483. Offers Mexican ingredients for purchase and food made in house.

LOS BRAVOS: (Best Latin Restaurant) 3534 N. First Ave., 812-424-4101; 6226 Waterfront Blvd., 812-474-9078; 4630 W. Lloyd Expressway, 812-464-3163; 3311 Liberty Blvd., Boonville, IN, 812-897-3442. Traditional Mexican menu. Catering available.

LOS PORTALES MEXICAN GRILL: 3339 N. Green River Road, 812-475-0566. Authentic Mexican dishes, grilled steak dinners, and more.

 LOS TORIBIO: 1647 S. Green St., Henderson, KY, 270-831-2367. Traditional Mexican cuisine.

LOS TRES CAMINOS: 12100 U.S. 41 N., 812-868-8550. Authentic Mexican cuisine including chimichangas, burritos, Mexican pizza, and quesadillas.

MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL: 6401 E. Lloyd Expressway (inside The Evansville Pavilion), 812-491-6637. Fresh Mexican cuisine. Catering available.

NACHOS GRILL: 821 S. Green River Road, 812-909-0030. Authentic Mexican fare made from scratch with fresh ingredients.

NOCHE CANTINA & COCINA: 2215 W. Franklin St., 812-277-3514. Serving fried truffle yuka fries, grilled elote salad, deep-fried tres leches, and more.

QDOBA MEXICAN GRILL: 922 N. Burkhardt Road, 812-401-0800; 5501 Pearl Drive. Mexican fare. Catering available.

RIVIERA MEXICAN GRILL: 10604 Highway 662, Newburgh, IN, 812-4909936. Fajitas, quesadillas, nacho platters, taco salads, and more.

SALSARITA’S: 3910 E. Morgan Ave., 812-437-2572; 4077 State Route 261, Newburgh, IN, 812-490-5050. Mexican cuisine like burritos, tacos, taco salads, and its signature Quesorito. Food truck and catering available.

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SUNRISE CAFÉ FAMILY RESTAURANT: 8401 N. Kentucky Avenue, 812-626-0050. A family restaurant with a mix of Mexican and American cuisine.

 TACOHOLICS KITCHEN: 122 First St., Henderson, KY, 270-957-5001. Enchiladas, quesadillas, fajitas, chimichangas, margheritas, Mexican street tacos, a full bar, and more. Catering available. Food truck called “Mini-Chimi” available.

THE TAQUERIA COMPANY: 800 N. Green River Road, Ste. 102 (inside Eastland Mall), 812-550-1505; 2519 N. First Ave., 812-602-4041; 4600 Washington Ave. Tacos, quesadillas, nachos, fajitas, and burritos with homemade tortillas.

TAQUERIA Y PUPUSERÍA MIRANDA: 2008 Washington Ave., 812-492-9992. Specializing in authentic Salvadorian Pupusas and street tacos with a variety of fillings.

SPORTS BARS

BUFFALO WILD WINGS GRILL AND BAR: 715 N. Green River Road (in Eastland Place), 812-471-9464; 5405 Pearl Drive, 812-423-9464. Chicken wings cooked with various seasonings, burgers, salads, and chicken.

BURGH HOUSE AT SHOWPLACE FEC: 8099 Bell Oaks Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-842-2563. Specialty burgers, sandwiches, pizza, pasta, and drinks.

CHASER’S BAR AND GRILL: 2131 W. Franklin St., 812-401-1699. Sandwiches, pizza, burgers, salads, and lunch specials. Catering available.

CORNER POCKET BAR & GRILL: 1819 N. Fulton Ave., 812-428-2255. Soups, salads, sandwiches, plate lunches, pizzas, stuffed baked potatoes, and appetizers.

THE DIVE BARGE: 1801 Waterworks Road. This seasonal riverside 21 and over bar offers burgers, shrimp, wings fries, hotdogs, and more.

DOC’S BAR: (Best Bar to Watch Sports on TV) 1305 Stringtown Road, 812-401-1201. Appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers, pizza, and desserts. Family room and kids’ menu available. Free Wi-Fi and full bar.

FRANKLIN STREET TAVERN: 2126 Franklin St., 812-401-1313. Drink specials and pizza.

 FROGGY’S RESTAURANT & SPORTS BAR: 7247 Main St., Wadesville, IN, 812-673-4996. Burgers, pizza, wraps, strombolis, sandwiches, the famous pork steak, and more. Catering available.

HOOTERS: 4620 Lincoln Ave., 812-475-0229. Appetizers, wings, soups, salads, and sandwiches.

 IRON HORSE BAR & GRILL: 203 N. McCreary St., Fort Branch, IN, 812-753-9918. Bar food and drinks. Bikers are welcome.

J’S SPORTSBAR & GRILL: 1602 Vann Ave., 812-401-2266. A menu of chili, wings, burgers, sandwiches, and more.

KC’S MARINA POINTE: 1801 Waterworks Road, 812-550-1050. Seafood options and full bar.

MOJO’S BONEYARD SPORTS BAR & GRILLE: 4920 Bellemeade Ave., 812-475-8593. Bar food including chicken wings, burgers, and strombolis.

NEIGHBORS: 4222 Bell Road, Ste. 1, Newburgh, IN, 812-269-7410. Classic bar food and favorites including sandwiches, smashburgers, and salads.

NEWBURGH TAVERN: 707 State St. Ste. E, Newburgh, IN, 812-518-1363. Serving beer and specialty cocktails.

O’BRIAN’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL: 1801 N. Green River Road, 812-401-4630. Irish tavern food, Reubens, burgers, soup, and salad.

PRIME SPORTS: 4944 Old State Route 261, Newburgh, IN, 812-518-3050. A greaseless kitchen serving pizza, wings, strombolis, and more.

 ROOKIES RESTAURANT: 117 S. Second St., Henderson, KY, 270-826-1106. Angus beef steaks, seafood, pasta, chicken, sandwiches, prime rib, and Arabian salad. Banquet room for events.

TIKI ON MAIN: 524 Main St., 812-424-5020. Burgers, hot dogs, gyros, small pizzas, fish dinners, and cold drinks. Open seasonally.

WINGS ETC.: 628 E. Diamond Ave., 812-909-2945; 8833 High Pointe Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-490-0550; 401 Walker Drive, Henderson, KY, 270-205-4486. Chicken wings, burgers, wraps, salads, and wide beer selection.

TAVERN FOOD

 3RD STREET SALOON: 118 S. Third St., Boonville, IN. Traditional pub food with unique homemade twists made with local meats.

BOKEH LOUNGE: (Best Place to Hear Local Bands) 1007 Parrett St., 812-909-0388. Open daily at 11 a.m. Offering a full menu including steaks, kabobs, burgers, salads, sandwiches, and vegetarian meals. Brunch on Sunday and weekly specials.

 THE BRASS RING: 231 S. Main, Haubstadt, IN, 812-632-8681. Serving smoked sausage dogs, bone-in wings, fish sandwiches, strombolis, and more. Also offers a pizza kitchen.

BUD’S ROCKIN’ COUNTRY BAR AND GRILL: 2124 W. Franklin St., 812-4011730. Southern comfort food, daily plate lunch and beer specials, and gourmet flatbreads. Catering available.

DARMSTADT INN: 13130 Darmstadt Road, 812-867-7300. Soups, salads, sandwiches, and plate lunches. Dinner entrées include steaks, fried chicken, and seafood.

DEERHEAD SIDEWALK CAFÉ AND BAR: 222 E. Columbia St., 812-425-2515. Soups, salads, sandwiches, and double-decker pizzas.

ENIGMA BAR & GRILL: 4044 Professional Lane, Newburgh, IN, 812-4900600. Appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers, and various entrées as well as a tequila menu.

FOOL MOON GRILL AND BAR: 5625 Pearl Drive, 812-467-7486. Appetizers, wings, signature salads, and burgers.

HIGHLAND INN: 6620 N. First Ave., 812-909-1500. Appetizers, salads, burgers, sandwiches, pizzas, and customer-favorite Bloody Marys.

THE HILLTOP INN: 1100 Harmony Way, 812-303-3732. Sandwiches including fried tenderloins, brain, fried bologna, fried fish, salad bar, steaks, chicken, and seafood entrées.

HORSTKETTER’S TAVERN: 5809 Stringtown Road, 812-423-0692. Traditional tavern serving cold beer and deli meats.

K.C.’S TIME OUT LOUNGE & GRILL: 1121 Washington Square, 812-437-9920. Soups, salads, sandwiches, and pizza. Plate lunch specials available.

KNOB HILL TAVERN: 1016 Highway 662 W., Newburgh, IN, 812-853-9550. Soups, salads, sandwiches, and dinner entrées including shrimp, steak, chicken, fiddlers, and hand-tossed pizzas.

LAMASCO BAR & GRILL: 1331 W. Franklin St., 812-437-0171. Tavern menu including soups, salads, and sandwiches.

 METZGER’S TAVERN: 1000 Powell St., Henderson, KY, 270-826-9461. Traditional tavern appetizers, soups, sandwiches, and breakfast.

 NISBET INN: 6701 Nisbet Station Road, Haubstadt, IN, 812-963-9305. Homemade soups, desserts, and barbecue. Catering available.

PEEPHOLE BAR & GRILL: 201 Main St., 812-423-5171. Cheeseburgers, onion rings, fries, and the splitter (a fried hot dog).

PRIME TIME PUB & GRILL: 8177 Bell Oaks Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-4900655; 12301 U.S. 41 N., 812-247-0093. Prime rib, burgers, half-pound burgers, salads, more than 30 bourbons, and more. Catering, food truck available, and doggy menu available.

THE ROOFTOP: 112 N.W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 812-550-1599. Breakfast, sandwiches, burgers, and pizza.

 SNAPS BAR & GRILL: 1115 Main St., Jasper, IN, 812-848-7627. Sandwiches, burgers, salads, steaks, chicken, and pasta dishes.

THE SPORTSDEN BAR + GRILL: 701 N. Weinbach Ave., Ste. 110, 812-479-8887. Strombolis, sandwiches, wings, and more.

SPORTSMAN’S BILLIARDS AND GRILLE: 2315 W. Franklin St., 812-422-0801. Cheeseburgers, tenderloins, cheese balls, and more.

ST. JOE INN: 9515 Saint Wendel Road, 812-963-9310. Soups, salads, sandwiches, plate lunch specials, fiddlers, steaks, and fried chicken dinners.

 ST. PHILIP INN: 11200 Upper Mount Vernon Road, 812-985-5558. Soups, salads, sandwiches, and plate lunch specials. Dinner includes fried chicken, open roast beef, catfish, shrimp, and more.

STOCKWELL INN: 4001 E. Eichel Ave., 812-476-2384. Plate lunches, homemade soup, salads, sandwiches, steak, pork chops, and brain sandwiches. Catering available.

 YELLOW TAVERN: 521 Church St., New Harmony, IN, 812-682-3303. Must be 21 to enter, cash or check only. Traditional American food such as pizza, steak, and sandwiches.

ZAPS TAVERN: 3725 St. Philip Road, 812-985-2121. Tavern-style food including wings, burgers, and dinner entrées, plus ice cream from JB’s Barnyard. Catering available.

BREWERIES, WINERIES, AND CRAFT COCKTAILS

ARCADEMIE: 22 N.W. Sixth St. Craft cocktails, regional beer on tap, and fresh Mexican classics from Botanas by La Campirana.

BARKER BREWHOUSE: 96 N. Barker Ave., 812-437-5079. Serving an extensive selection of beers, including craft and brewed on-site, plus wines and non-alcoholic beverages, as well as some pre-packaged food items. Food may also be brought in or ordered for delivery.

 BOUCHERIE VINEYARDS AND WINERY: 6523 Keyway Drive, Spottsville, KY, 270-826-6192. Wine tastings and winery tours.

DAMSEL BREW PUB: 209 N. Wabash Avenue of Flags, 812-909-1956. A microbrewery and restaurant serving pub food.

 DUSTY BARN DISTILLERY: 6861 Carson School Road, Mount Vernon, IN. 812-454-0135. A distillery making bourbon, rye, and liqueurs with a tasting room open for sampling, cocktails, and bottle purchases.

ENTWINED WINE AND COCKTAIL BAR: 303 Main St., 812-550-1393. A robust list of wine, beer, and cocktails, plus appetizing plates of starters and shareables.

HAYNIE’S CORNER BREWING CO.: 56 Adams Ave., 812-909-2668. Craft ale, beers, and wine. Beer can be taken to go.

 HENDERSON BREWING COMPANY: 737 Second St., Henderson, KY, 270-200-4314. IPAs, porters, farmhouse ales, and more.

HIGH SCORE SALOON: 309 Main St., 812-909-3229. Arcade bar with local and regional brews, full bar, tots, nachos, and sandwiches.

JENNINGS STREET PUBLIC HOUSE: 300 W. Jennings St., Newburgh, IN. 812-518-4007. Local craft beer, wine, domestics, scratch cocktails, and spirits, plus a small food menu.

MO’S HOUSE: (Best Place to Have a Drink After Work) 1114 Parrett St., 812-401-3800. Craft cocktails made from scratch, ample lounge seating, patio space, and snacks.

 MONKEY HOLLOW WINERY: 11534 E. County Road 1740 N., Saint Meinrad, IN, 812-357-2272. Local organic meats and cheeses, Saturday evening concerts in summer, and a tasting room.

MYRIAD BREWING COMPANY: 101 S.E. First St; 8245 High Pointe Drive, Newburgh, IN, 812-402-1515. House-brewed and guest beers, as well as wine and spirits. Carry-in food and food delivery are permitted, and food trucks often visit on weekends.

 PEPPER’S RIDGE WINERY: 4304 N. County Road 200 W., Rockport, IN, 812-649-9463. Free wine tastings, picnic areas, pizza delivery, local meats and cheeses, wine slushies, and weekend live music.

 RIVER CITY BREW WORKS: 405 Main St., Rockport, IN, 812-649-2739. Located in a historic building and offering regional craft beer, wines, and a food menu.

 WINZERWALD WINERY: 26300 N. Indian Lake Road, Bristow, IN, 812-357-7000. German-inspired wines, flatbreads, salads, Bavarian pretzels, charcuterie trays, and paired wine and food flights.

CATERING

ACROPOLIS CATERING/VENUE 812: 1401 N. Boeke Road, 812-758-4660. Greek-American cuisine, chicken, beef, lamb, salads, and desserts. Food truck available.

AGAPE GRAZE: 122 N. Weinbach Ave., 812-518-0008. Charcuterie catering and gift delivery services.

BAUERHAUS MOBILE CATERING: (Best Wedding Venue) 13605 Darmstadt Road, 812-759-9000. Customized menus from simple party trays with gourmet hors d’oeuvres to elegant seven-course meals.

CHERYL MOCHAU, PERSONAL CHEF: 812-499-4631. Specializes in preparing and teaching others to prepare food for low-fat and special diets, including Atkins, salt-free, gluten-free, sugar-free, and others.

DILEGGE’S: 607 N. Main St., 812-428-3004 or 812-459-9864. Fine Italian-American cuisine available for catering or special and private events, with food served in the in-house banquet room outdoor dining.

FIELD 2 FORK CATERING: 17425 Owensville Road, 812-899-1010. Providing produce, meat, and local alcohol selections from fresh, local ingredients.

JAYSON MUNOZ CATERS: 4593 Washington Ave., 812-471-7076. Favorite dishes from Chef Jayson Munoz like bourbon chicken, tacos, and carb rangoon.

JUST RENNIE’S CATERING: (Best Caterer) 100 S.E. Fourth St., 812-4018098. Specializes in fine foods.

KOKIES FOOD SERVICE & BANQUET CENTERS: 11917 Highway 66, 812-423-8229. Offering a diverse menu, from tacos to lobster.

MILLER’S CATERING, BARBECUE, AND WEDDINGS: 10108 Schaeffer Road, 812-454-2744. Specializes in catering, barbecue, wedding packages, and fundraisers.

 THE NEW HARMONY INN & CONFERENCE CENTER: 504 North St., New Harmony, IN, 812-682-6150 or 812-682-6168. Caters within a 50-mile radius of New Harmony, Indiana, and offers a variety of food from steaks to sandwiches.

PAPPA BEAR’S CATERING: 812-568-8890. Whole hog roasts, handsliced brisket, smoked pork chops, rib-eye steaks, pulled pork barbecue, pulled chicken, smoked chicken, side items such as twice-baked potato casserole, potato salad, and green beans, and desserts.

PIZZA REVOLUTION: Downtown Evansville Farmers Market and various locations, 812-430-5945. Mobile wood-fired pizza and salads.

 SCHNITZELBANK CATERING: 409 Third Ave., Jasper, IN, 812-634-2584. Caters home-cooked favorites to elegant cuisine.

Hoosier Art Salon Celebrates the 25th Annual First Brush of Spring Paint Out April 17–20, 2024 • New Harmony, IN

Painters and art enthusiasts from across the country will celebrate 25 years of plein air painting, the act of painting outdoors with the artist’s subject in full view, in historic New Harmony this spring. Dr. George Rapp, founder of the Hoosier Art Salon in New Harmony, was inspired to bring an art competition to his hometown when he first saw the Brown County Art Show. “This town has always been a place to inspire the arts and education and it’s great we can continue to attract people to the area to learn more about New Harmony and southern Indiana,” Dr. Rapp says. “When we first began, we had about 22 artists participating, and this year we will host nearly 200 artists.”

The Indiana Plein Air Painters Association cohosts First Brush of Spring in New Harmony. IPAPA president Beverly Bruntz says the association continues to educate people in Indiana about plein air painting by hosting monthly paint-outs throughout the state. These events are open to artists of all skill levels and allow them the opportunity to compete and have their work seen by a larger audience. “The First Brush of Spring is the first opportunity to get outdoors after the winter months to paint with other artists,” Bruntz says. While artists are creating their masterpieces, spectators can cruise the streets and river paths in golf carts or on foot to see the varied styles from realism to impressionism.

This celebration of art is an economic boost for New Harmony. The event helps build a sense of community pride as residents get to see their homes, businesses, farms, and gardens depicted in works of art.

Art aficionados and collectors can purchase straight from the easel at the Ribeyre Gym art sale. A special exhibit will be on display for the 25th anniversary displaying “Best of Show” winners from the past at the Owen Community House.

The Hoosier Art Salon will be hosting a 25th Anniversary Banquet Dinner to honor our artists and volunteers who participate and contribute to the success of the event. The banquet will be held at the Red Geranium Conference Center on Friday April 19, at 7 p.m. and tickets will be sold online.

Itinerary of Events

Wednesday, April 17

Field to Finish Artist Reception and Awards

5-7 p.m.

Hoosier Art Salon

507 Church St., New Harmony, IN

This contest contrasts field studies done by artists with their completed work of the same target subject.

The Best of Show Exhibit

Wednesday-Saturday • Noon-4 p.m.

Owen Community House

421 North St., New Harmony, IN

Thursday, April 18

Larry Rudolech Quick Draw Competition

3:30–4:45 p.m.

Redbud Park

513 Church St., New Harmony, IN

This is a race to show who can produce the most compelling artwork within the short time allotted. Awards are presented at 5:30 p.m.

Friday, April 19

25th Anniversary Banquet

7 p.m.

Red Geranium Conference Center 504 North St., New Harmony, IN

The event will be located at the Red Geranium Conference Center to celebrate 25 years of artists and volunteers in New Harmony.

Saturday, April 20

Hoosier Art Salon Art Show & Sale

9 a.m.–Noon

Ribeyre Center

603 S. Main St., New Harmony, IN

Visitors can see the resulting work that artists have been perfecting all week. Artists are allowed to display and sell not only works completed during the Paint Out in New Harmony, but also other works they have created for a diverse group of artwork to shop from. Judging of the plein air competitions will be held in the Holy Angels lawn following the sale.

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JOHN JAMES AUDUBON STATE PARK

3100 US Hwy 41, Henderson, KY 270-826-2247 • parks.ky.gov

Explore the woodlands where famed naturalist John James Audubon once studied the area’s wide variety of birds. The museum interprets Audubon's life through his art and personal memorabilia, while the nature center features a wildlife observatory leading to walking trails. Cottages or campsites are available so you can stay and take advantage of all this plus a 9-hole golf course and quaint fishig lake.

KENTUCKY LAKE CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU

93 Carroll Road, Benton, KY visitkylake.com

An old-fashioned get-a-way never goes out of style here at Kentucky Lake! Visit the South's Great Lake this season to disconnect from the chaos of life and reconnect with who matters most to you! Fishing, hiking, boating, riding, and more all await you along our shores.

CAVE COUNTRY CANOES

112 West Main St., Milltown, IN 812-633-4806 • cavecountrycanoes.com

GRAND RIVERS TOURISM COMMISSION

1858 JH O’Bryan Ave., Grand Rivers, KY 270-362-0152•info@grandrivers.org•grandrivers.org

Cave Country Canoes is situated along the Blue River, Indiana's  fist scenic river, in Milltown. Guests can canoe or kayak a variety of trips and attend unique events like the Paddle Festival (May 31- June 2), Full Moon Float (July 20), Twilight Canoe (July 27), Dinner for Two (July 27, August 31), or one of many musical events featured on summer evenings. The full-service canoe rental offes camping for RV's and primitive riverside camping. It also features Out of the Blue Coffee and Ice Ceam.

Two of the best days of bluegrass are April 27-28, 2024, at the “Bluegrass, Brew, & BBQ Festival” in Grand Rivers, Kentucky. You’ll find ward-winning Bluegrass bands, local breweries, craft vendors, and the best barbeque from more than a dozen BBQ and food vendors. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate. Book a stay at one of the lakefront resorts, cottages, Bed & Breakfasts, or Inns, all within walking distance of the festival.

FRENCH LICK CABINS

7900 W. County Road 1025 S., French Lick, IN 812-936-9854  • frenchlickcabins.net

Nestled within the hills of the exquisite Hoosier National Forest and overlooking the pristine beauty of Patoka Lake, French Lick Cabins is your destination for serenity and adventure. Just a 10-minute drive from French Lick and West Baden, our cabin rentals offe a cozy retreat amidst nature’s beauty. Each cabin is a home away from home, thoughtfully designed to blend modern comforts with rustic charm. Secure your spot at French Lick Cabins where every moment is a chance to collect memories to last a lifetime.

GATLINBURG, TENNESSEE

811 East Parkway, P.O. Box 527, Gatlinburg, TN 865-436-4178 • gatlinburg.com

Enjoy the splendor of spring in Gatlinburg, surrounded on three sides by the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Family-friendly adventure awaits visitors this spring, with plentiful opportunities to explore the Great Outdoors’ favorite basecamp city. Experience a blanket of vibrant wildflwers and scenic bird’s eye views. Explore more than 50 unique attractions, local cuisine, and hand-made treasures from the Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community. Plan your next getaway now. The Mountains Are Calling.

From the EVSC’s honors orchestra, to high school innovative programs, to statechampionship sports teams, the EVSC has the academic, fine arts and athletic opportunities to ensure students not only succeed, but find their passion in life. Check us out today to learn how your student can thrive at the EVSC.

Fine arts offerings at all levels, including honors orchestra and state-qualifying marching bands.

Research-based best practices for early learning and elementary education programs.

Rigorous high school opportunities, including 32 Advanced Placement (AP) courses.

Highly-trained, caring teachers and staff to support your student.

State-championship sports teams and a host of afterschool opportunities at all levels.

7 Innovative Model Programs designed to meet student interests and set them up for success upon graduation.

Evansville Day School

Play-based learning, challenging academics, small classes, active leadership programs, and dedicated college counseling make Evansville Day School the right school from preschool through high school graduation. Our student-centered culture allows us to see, know, understand, and challenge students in ways larger schools cannot.

How is an independent school different?

As an independent school, we have the flexibility to create programming that can evolve with student interest. Because of our size, we can provide a personalized experience for our students. We maintain high standards of academic excellence while creating unique experiences for hands-on learning at each level through play, projects, student leadership, and internship opportunities.

How is Evansville Day School’s approach to education unique from other schools?

We are dedicated to shaping not only what students learn, but also who they become. Our goal for each student is that by the time they graduate, they are balanced, resilient, globally minded, and entrepreneurial learners. This is our Portrait of a Graduate, and we design our programming to develop those qualities. These skills are critical for providing a foundation that will help Day School graduates face whatever challenges the future holds with confidence.

How is Evansville Day School preparing the next generations of leaders?

Our students embark on a journey of growth, evolving into confident and capable leaders as they progress through each stage of their education. From the

foundational years of preschool, where they cultivate cooperative social skills, to the formative period of elementary school, where they hone their reading abilities and embrace mentoring roles, every step shapes them into tomorrow’s leaders. In middle school, where students tackle design thinking, and through high school, where they have influene as active members of the Student Leadership Council, our students are given the tools to build a solid foundation for leadership. These skills, coupled with accelerated academics, allow them to excel in college and beyond.

What can parents expect when they send their child to Evansville Day School?

Our partnership with parents is so vital that we include it in our mission statement. We foster open communication channels between parents and all staff to prioritize the health and well-being of every student, empowering each child to thrive and reach their fullest potential. Our parents are frequently on campus, active in the life of the school, and create lifelong friendships with fellow parents. Evansville Day School is a beautifully diverse community, built on the foundation of mutual respect, and many say that being part of it feels like a supportive family.

Enrollment 282

Grade Levels

Jr. Pre-K - Grade 12

Highlight of 2023

Voted Reader’s Choice

Gold Winner for Best Private School

3400 N. Green River Road 812-476-3039

evansvilledayschool.org

Evansville Lutheran School

Evansville Lutheran School

Evansville Lutheran School (ELS) continues the tradition of Lutheran education in Evansville that began in 1845. The current Lutheran School Association consists of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and the Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer. The association was formed to aid Christian parents in providing the highest quality Christ-centered education possible by providing a comprehensive, Christian education nurturing students in God’s word, developing Christian living, and promoting students’ faith, talent, and skills.

What makes your school different or unique?

ELS sees each child as a precious gift from God. All instruction is Christcentered for students’ emotional, spiritual, physical, mental, and social qualities to be nurtured so that they are prepared to lead a life of service. We desire to recognize and develop each child’s Godgiven abilities, providing a life-affirmin and loving Christian atmosphere as well as an environment in which children are actively involved in the learning process. We offer small class sies and have an ageappropriate, developmentally sound, and academically stimulating curriculum that is centered on Christian values.

Do you have to be Lutheran to attend Evansville Lutheran School?

ELS welcomes families from all faith backgrounds. We believe that God’s love and saving grace are shown through our Lutheran teachings. We are blessed to have the opportunity to bring that loving message to students and their families.

What extracurricular programs do you offer?

Evansville Lutheran School provides opportunities for our students in kindergarten through eighth grade. Starting as early as kindergarten through fourth grade, students can participate in the Lutheran Development League (LDL)

and develop basic basketball skills while learning the importance of teamwork. Fifth through eighth grade students can participate in multiple sports teams including volleyball, basketball, and track. We also offer fine ts programs for our middle school students that include digital art, choir, band, speech and drama, media club, and foreign language.

What are the class sizes at Evansville Lutheran School?

We see class sizes range from 15-25 students per class. This class range allows each student to be heard from and supported by the teacher in the classroom. That one-on-one connection helps them achieve their academic and personal goals.

Is financial aid available?

ELS participates in the Indiana Choice Program, including the Indiana Voucher Program and the Lutheran SGO Grants. Our Development Director can help you understand your family’s eligibility for financial aid

How do I find out more information about Evansville Lutheran School?

Go to www.evansvillelutheranschool.com to learn more about Evansville Lutheran School or talk with Ashley our Director of Development and Admissions at 812-424-7252.

Enrollment

143 Students,

Grade Levels

Kindergarten - Grade 8

Highlight of 2023

Third grade students had a 100% passing rate for I-READ state testing

111 E. Virginia St. 812-424-7252

evansvillelutheranschool.com

$12.5

Mater Dei is a renowned private Catholic high school that has been a pillar of education and community since 1949. In 2024, we proudly celebrate 75 years!

AT A GLANCE:

100% graduation rate

Over 50 clubs, activities, and sports

77% of students receive tuition assistance

8,000+ hours of student community service

38 masses available for students to attend

14:1 student-to-faculty ratio

1:1 student-to-technology ratio

24 scholarships exclusive to MD graduates

85% of 2023 graduates enrolled in college credit classes at MD

Mater Dei High School

Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence, faith-based values, and vibrant community, Mater Dei provides a well-rounded education to its students. With a dedicated faculty and a rich tradition of scholastic and athletic achievement, Mater Dei High School continues to prepare its students for success in both their academic pursuits and their personal lives, instilling in them a sense of purpose and service to others.

What makes Mater Dei unique?

Each student is encouraged to grow academically and spiritually, valuing ethical and social responsibility to meet the demands and challenges of a rapidly changing and morally complex world. We combine academic excellence and more than fify extracurricular activities in a supportive, family-like, and Christcentered Catholic environment.

With a student/teacher ratio of approximately 14 to 1, there’s a focus on individual attention and close relationships among faculty, sta, and students. Mater Dei High School teaches students to listen to God’s call as they discern their college and career paths while providing work-based learning opportunities for all students. On average, students are offeed more than $12 million in college scholarships each year. Mater Dei is accredited by the Indiana Department of Education and Cognia.

What values are important to Mater Dei High School?

The school’s values center around the motto “Enter to Learn, Go Forth to Serve,” exemplifying excellence in motion that enriches communities. Mater Dei emphasizes a caring and disciplined learning environment through four cornerstones: Spiritual Growth, Academic Excellence, Social Development, and Service to Others. Students receive a faith-based education rooted in the

Roman Catholic tradition, fostering holistic development by integrating faith seamlessly into the school day. While Mater Dei High School is Catholic, students of other religious backgrounds are always welcome!

Mater Dei’s strong academic program serves as a foundation with a commitment to producing wellrounded individuals. Beyond spiritual and academic growth, students are encouraged to develop socially and physically through a variety of extracurricular and co-curricular activities that complement the educational program. The school instills a sense of service, with a four-year service program challenging students to contribute at least 12 hours per year, fostering a commitment to positively impact the lives of others.

Is financial aid available?

Yes! We believe all students deserve to attend Mater Dei High School regardless of their families’ financial bacgrounds. Thanks to the Indiana School Choice Scholarship (voucher) program and generous donors, Mater Dei provides various tuition assistance options to help you affod your child’s education. In fact, 77 percent of our students receive financial aid We encourage all families who are concerned about affodability to apply for tuition assistance or to contact our Enrollment Manager, Jill Seiler, at jseiler@evdio.org.

Enrollment 517

Grade Levels

Grade 9 - Grade 12

Highlight of 2023

SAT scores in the top 5% of Indiana

1300 Harmony Way 812-426-2258

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Newburgh Christian Academy

Purpose

Our purpose is to provide an excellent academic education that will prepare each student to glorify God through our expected student outcomes in the following:

• Educational opp ortunities and activities that exceed the standards set by the state.

• Making students aware of how special they are and understand their purpose.

• Memorizing Scriptures as part of daily Bible lessons and sharing the gospel regularly.

Our vision is that students from NCA will exhibit Christ-like character from their education and excel in Godly leadership in every part of life after graduation.

Philosophy of Christian Education

NCA knows that the God-given responsibility for children’s education is with the parents (Deut. 6:6-9). NCA is here only to assist and complement the parents. Mentally, NCA students will be able to:

• Be academically challenged.

• Assimilate knowledge.

• Develop self-control and discipline.

• View education as a life-long process.

• Submit their minds to the authority of God’s Word; distinguishing between true and false teachings.

• Develop appropriate communication, problem-solving, and technological literacy skills.

Physically, the students will be able to:

• Practice good health.

• Appreciate their physical appearance.

• Identify harmful practices.

Spiritually, the student will be able to:

• Recognize Jesus as the Lord and become a faithful disciple.

• See God’s Word as infallible ab solute truth.

• Follow God’s will for them.

• Develop values that have eternal significane.

• Seek leadership in the local church. Socially the student will be able to:

• Engage our culture with self-discipline.

• Follow the directives of parents.

• Follow Biblical guidelines for dating and marriage.

• Show respect and concern for others.

• Avoid peer pressure, develop proper friendships, and make wise relationship decisions.

NCA admits students of any race, color, national, or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities available to all students. NCA does not discriminate based on race, color, national, or ethnic origin in admission policies, programs, athletics, or any other administered programs.

Admission to NCA is obtained by both a written application and a personal interview with students and their guardians. NCA is not currently equipped to enroll students with certain behavioral problems or academic abilities that are significantly limited

All students who graduate from NCA must meet the standards set forth by the Indiana Department of Education. Students are encouraged to obtain the Core 40 diploma and tracts will be selected by the school, parents, and students. Special needs students may obtain a “Certificte of Completion.”

Curriculum

NCA uses the Abeka Christian school curriculum for our core curriculum.

Grade Levels

K4 – Grade 12

Highlight of 2023 2023-2024 was the first year for NCA to participate in the National Archery in Schools Program.

4544 Old State Route 261, Newburgh, IN 812-842-0455

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SO MUCH MORE THAN A DEGREE

When you choose UE for your education, you receive all that you need for a future filled with boldness, opportunity, and success.

We’re equipping leaders of tomorrow with:

● Transformational experiences – don’t just learn it – do it. Beginning freshman year, our students discover new talents and passions through hands-on projects.

● Courage and independence – studying abroad at Harlaxton, our very own Victorian manor in England, will challenge and grow you through cultural immersion, new experiences, and a global perspective.

● Career confidence – internships, résumé preparation, mock interviews, and networking create a seamless transition from college to career.

Become an Ace and earn a world-class education right here at home.

Apply today!

University of Evansville

Established in 1854, the University of Evansville is a private university that is home to approximately 2,000 students. With a rich culture of academic excellence and personalized learning, students can choose from more than 75 majors to prepare for a confident, successful future in an ever-changing world.

Endless Academic Opportunities

One of the most unique features of our learning environment is the personalized, one-on-one support that students receive from experienced and dedicated professors. Our faculty knows each student by name and empowers them to explore passions, test ideas, and think outside the box.

At UE, we believe students learn best not by watching but by doing. Handson learning is an integral part of our academics, and it allows students to gain valuable, real-world experience. The knowledge and skills they develop throughout their college journey make them not only adaptable and confiden but also well-prepared for a career or graduate program.

There are a wide variety of internship and undergraduate research opportunities at UE. These experiences set you apart from other candidates when it comes to applying for a graduate program or job.

A Caring Community

If you walk around our 75-acre campus and ask students what they like most about UE, you will likely hear them answer “the community” or “it feels like home.” With an average class size of just 15, it is easy for students to make friends and get to know their professors.

Our faculty strives to have an open-door policy, letting students know they are free to stop by and ask for one-on-one help or even catch up from the weekend. Students are sure to find community through shared interests and passions too, as there are more than 130 student organizations and 17 Division I sports on campus.

Our Center for Career Development is available to mentor students and assist with graduate program applications, résumés, and interview preparation. Within six months of graduation, 98 percent of our Class of 2022 graduates were employed or in graduate school.

Education That Crosses Oceans

Immerse yourself in new cultures when you spend a semester at Harlaxton, our 100-room Victorian manor in the English countryside. For more than 50 years, UE students have studied abroad to pursue curiosity, confidene, and creativity.

At Harlaxton, classes are led by both UE and British faculty, and students can even connect with the locals through the Meet-a-Family program. Because classes are held just four days per week, students have the unique opportunity to spend long weekends exploring other European nations and landmarks with fellow students.

2,113

Grade Levels

Undergraduate, graduate,

Highlight of 2023

Awarded a $30 million grant for Evansville’s Promise Neighborhood

1800 Lincoln Ave. 1-833-BeAnAce evansville.edu

Signature School

Signature School opened as Indiana’s first charter high school in 2002. Signature is tuition-free; the only admission requirement is Indiana residency. Signature is ranked the #2 Best High School and #1 Best Charter High School in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, and the #1 High School in the nation by the Jay Mathews Challenge Index.

What makes Signature School’s academics unique?

The mission of Signature School is “to meet the needs of self-motivated learners in a progressive environment driven by global concerns.” We believe all students, given the opportunity, can achieve a high level of academic success. Consequently, all Signature students, regardless of test scores or other criteria, are enrolled in Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) courses. There are no barriers; motivation is the only requirement. Per our mission statement, “[w]e emphasize rigor and excellence in academics, the arts, integrated technologies, and community service.” Signature offers 23 AP courses and 22 IB courses. All students are expected to complete the requirements for both the IB Diploma and the AP Capstone Diploma. Additionally, all students are required to complete 25 hours of volunteer work each year; the total number of hours contributed during the 2022-2023 school year exceeded 10,000. Signature students are wellrounded and come from a wide range of educational, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds, including five counties and more than 30 feeder schools. They speak 22 languages and dialects and represent 15 nationalities.

What makes Signature School’s culture unique?

Signature has a proven tradition of high academic performance and achievement by creating a culture of learning based on trust and mutual respect. Students, with their “signatures,” attend the school by choice, knowing that the educational opportunities are challenging and designed to meet the academic needs of motivated students. Faculty and staff are committed to helping students meet their educational goals and hold themselves accountable through external evaluation. The results of these assessments are published in an annual report. Signature’s learning environment is unique because of its philosophical assumptions that, given the opportunity, individuals will act responsibly. We have an open campus, located in Downtown Evansville. Students can get their lunch at local restaurants. They go to the YMCA for PE and to Central Library for research. We have no bells, no lockers, and no theft. Treated like the young adults that they are, Signature students respond accordingly.

Enrollment

378

Grade Levels

Grade 9 - Grade 12

Highlight of 2023

#2 Best High School, #1 Best Charter High School in the nation (U.S. News & World Report), #1 High School in the nation (Jay Mathews Challenge Index)

Scan the QR code to visit our website Does Signature charge tuition? What are Signature’s admission requirements? Signature does not charge tuition. Enrollment is open to all students. The only requirement is Indiana residency.

610 Main St. 812-421-1820

signature.edu

FROM HERE WE SOAR

University of Southern Indiana

Students from the University of Southern Indiana (USI) are making a meaningful impact across the globe through their academic research, community involvement, international study, innovative collaborations, and global engagement efforts. Their contributions exemplify the University’s commitment to fostering responsible global citizenship and creating positive change in the world.

How are USI students making an impact across the globe?

Members of the University of Southern Indiana Engineers in Action (EIA) chapter lived and worked in Eswatini and Bolivia to complete pedestrian bridge projects in 2022 and 2023. Students and faculty built bridges to provide isolated communities access to vital resources, such as markets, schools, and hospitals, all while being immersed in the local culture. Additionally, USI offers moe than 100 opportunities to study in another country for a summer, semester, or year. More than 60 countries are part of the Study Abroad Program.

How is USI’s commitment to global citizenship felt on campus?

USI promotes global awareness and engagement among its student body through various initiatives and cultural events like the International Food Expo, international clubs, and student outreach programs. By fostering an internationally minded community, USI students are equipped to address complex global challenges and contribute to a more interconnected and prosperous world. On average, 199 international students come to Evansville each year to study at USI.

How does USI rank nationally and internationally?

• USI’s College of Nursing and Health Professions has students earning top acknowledgments for 100 percent pass rates in Nursing NCLEX®, Dental Hygiene, and Respiratory Therapy. Recently, those pass rates earned the Nursing Program a top 5 percent national recognition.

• The Romain College of Business is among only 2 percent of business scho ols, globally, to have earned accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) for its Business and Accounting Programs.

• The Broadcast Education Association (BEA) named the College of Liberal Arts Radio and Television Program eighth in the nation in 2023 based on student achievement. The student-run radio station The Spin 95.7 FM has won 99 national achievements, plus hundreds of other awards.

• Recognition by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, active faculty engagement, and scholarly record contribute significantly to the ott College of Science, Engineering, and Education’s shining reputation in mathematics education.

Enrollment 9,286*

(*Overall USI enrollment is the sum of dual credit, undergraduate and graduate students.)

Education Levels

Bachelors, Masters, and Doctoral Degrees

Alumni 52,000+

8600 University Blvd. 812-464-8600

USI.edu

Bodyworks Massage Institute

Bodyworks Massage Institute has prepared students to excel in a massage therapy career for more than 25 years. Our experienced instructors and innovative curriculum provide a wide range of skills for graduates to consider numerous employment opportunities including massage therapy clinics, spa settings, and health care facilities.

Full and part-time positions are in high demand for massage therapists and will be for some time to come. Massage therapists can earn a lucrative income that ranges from $20,000 to $50,000 a year depending on the number of hours worked, education, additional skills, etc., with the added benefi of working in a career that you love.

Bodyworks Massage Institute offers 700-hour diploma program that runs from September through June. Class sizes are small, and students range in age from 18-65 years, with students coming from various backgrounds – some right out of high school, some leaving careers they have become dissatisfiedwith, and others wanting something they can do in retirement years.

Classroom experiences are rich and diverse since students learn in a variety of ways. Our instructors employ diffeent teaching techniques such as lectures, group interaction, audio/video, and hands-on techniques learned on the massage table. People drawn to study massage therapy have an innate desire to help others and provide the many benefits of massag to clients.

Explore massage therapy as a career by requesting a tour of our training facility or calling to have your questions answered. More information and enrollment applications are available on our website.

Enrollment Number

12 Students Per Class

Ages Served 18 Years and Up

Highlight of 2023

90 percent of graduates passed the entry-level licensure exam and started their massage career.

2809 Lincoln Ave. 812-490-9009

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Easterseals Rehabilitation Center Early Learning Center

All children benefit when kids of differing abilities share an inclusive learning environment. The fully inclusive Easterseals Early Learning Center is a true reflection of our community, where young children of all cultures, backgrounds, and abilities come together to learn, grow, and prepare for kindergarten.

What programs are part of the Easterseals Early Learning Center (ELC)?

The Easterseals Early Learning Center is the home of two fully inclusive programs. Milestones Early Care & Education serves children of all abilities from six weeks to three years old. Mitchell LEAD Academy (Learn, Engage, Achieve, Discover) is an inclusive preschool with a wide-ranging educational curriculum for children of all abilities, 30 months to six years of age.

What are some things that make the Easterseals Early Learning Center unique?

We are fully committed to providing an inclusive environment that enriches education for all early learners. Children with developmental, medical, and/or behavioral special needs make up approximately 45 percent of our total enrollment. An intentional

social-emotional learning framework helps all children gain a better understanding of their world and themselves. We incorporate multisensory activities, a comprehensive arts enrichment program, and a STEAM curriculum for all ages and abilities.

How does the Easterseals Early Learning Center work hand in hand with families?

The program operates year-round, 7 a.m. –5 p.m. weekdays, to provide children with consistent care and education. Families gain peace of mind knowing their child’s unique needs are being met by dedicated, compassionate staff mebers. Family engagement opportunities and frequent ongoing communication strengthen relationships with a shared focus on the primary goal: To empower young children of all abilities to enter kindergarten ready to learn and succeed in school and beyond.

Enrollment

150

Grade Levels

6 Weeks - 6 Years of Age

Certifications

NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) Accredited

Indiana Paths to Quality Level 4 State Licensed Scan

621 S. Cullen Ave. 812-474-2244

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Where children of all abilities learn together!

Evansville Christian School

Evansville Christian School is a multi-campus school system designed for students at every age and stage. Founded in 1975, ECS integrates faith and learning and is the only interdenominational Christian school in the Evansville region accredited by the Indiana Department of Education and the Association of Christian Schools International.

What makes Evansville Christian School unique?

Not only do students receive an outstanding academically rigorous education at ECS, but they also develop a Biblical worldview through studying God’s Word, actively serving others, and experiencing Christian community. Daily, students are pointed to the truth found only in Scripture so they can become educated and equipped to impact the world for God.

What values are important to Evansville Christian School?

At Evansville Christian School, we strive to partner with families in areas of growth, service, and relationships. The mission of ECS is to empower students to embrace a

Biblical worldview through spiritual and academic growth, servant leadership, and authentic relationships in the name of Jesus Christ. From preschool to high school, students develop a Biblical worldview through studying God’s word, engaging in challenging academics, actively serving others, and experiencing Christian community.

What is something families should keep in mind when looking for a school?

At Evansville Christian School, we value the partnership among the parents, the students, and our school. Students at ECS have ample opportunities to explore and develop their God-given abilities in the classroom and beyond in areas of athletics, fine ats, and other extracurricular clubs.

Enrollment

1,075

Ages Served 3 Years and Up

Highlight of 2023

Record enrollment and 80% growth over the past 10 years

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10644 Lincoln Ave., Newburgh, IN 812-477-7777

evansvillechristian.org

Ivy Tech Community College

Ivy Tech Community College is the largest singly accredited college in the country. Ivy Tech Evansville is one of 19 full-service campuses; and along with a site in Tell City, Indiana, is among 44 locations statewide. Ivy Tech provides higher education built around you, your lifestyle and your needs.

What is important to know about community college?

Ivy Tech provides education for a good-paying career fast or to get a better, more affodable start to a bachelor’s degree by transferring credits to a four-year school.

What types of programs are offered?

There are 41 programs offeed at the Evansville campus, and with IvyOnline, there are a total of 75 available. Dual credit is provided free to Indiana high school students.

transportation, equipment design, IT, distribution, telecommunications, and financia services. Advisory boards for all programs inform the college of the newest trends and needs so our future workforce is prepared.

How does transferring credits to another college work?

Ivy Tech offers a ariety of ways credits will transfer. A 2+2 Guaranteed Admissions Pathway has 30 pre-determined programs of study at 22 four-year institutions. The 2+2 Transfer as a Junior Pathway has 15 approved programs where a student may earn an associate degree and transfer as a junior to a 4-year college. And finall, a 1+3 option is for high school students or those only planning to be at Ivy Tech for one year. After earning the Indiana College Core, students can start as a sophomore at a fouryear institution.

Enrollment

11,500+ Grade Levels

2-year college

Highlight of 2023

Most affordable tuition$2,455.76/semester. Named Platinum Award Best College.

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IvyTech.Edu/Evansville

92% of alumni would choose Ivy Tech AGAIN.

Our alumni work at companies such as Eli Lilly, Ascension St. Vincent, Deaconess Health System, EVSC, Toyota, Koch Enterprises, Salesforce, and more!

Holy Rosary Catholic School

What makes Holy Rosary School unique?

Holy Rosary School strives to take care of the whole child. Education is so much more than teaching children to read, write, and do math. We look to build partnerships with parents to provide education, support, and opportunities for children to learn and grow academically, yes, but also socially, emotionally, and spiritually in a loving community.

How do we provide growth opportunities?

In addition to the core academic program, Holy Rosary children have courses in music and instrumental band, fine ats, technology, Spanish, health, and physical education. We provide extra-curricular opportunities for students to grow in their areas of interest and talents:

• Arts: Art Club, art contests, and preparing displays around campus

• Drama: all-school Advent program, extensive 8th-grade drama (six performances including a dinner theatre)

• Music: choir, instrumental band

• Performance: drama, talent show

• STEM: expanding STEM resources during the school day and extracurricular programs

• Academics: Indiana Jr. Academic Bowl teams, Battle of the Books, and Speech Team

• Athletics: soccer, volleyball, football, basketball, wrestling, cheerleading, archery, track, cross country, lacrosse, softball, and baseball (varies by grade level)

• Leadership: classroom leaders, Student Leadership Team, Student Spirituality Committee, and more

What else does Holy Rosary offer?

Holy Rosary has a modern preschool building attached to our K-8 school. All students have access to our gymnasium, stage, and playground with age-appropriate equipment including a new riding track for preschoolers.

We have a full-time Youth First School Counselor who supports children and families through education. They work with small groups and individual students while supporting teachers in helping students build healthy friendships, good sportsmanship, lifelong social skills, personal safety, and healthy life choices for body, mind, and spirit.

Enrollment

455

Grade Levels

Preschool - Grade 8

Accreditation

Cognia and Indiana Department of Education

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1303 S. Green River Road 812-477-2271

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Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden

What is Camp Zoofari?

Camp Zoofari is a safe, fun, and educational experience for kids. O ur camp connects kids to the natural world and offers a unique physically engaging outdoor learning experience. Campers can encounter plant and animal species as they travel among exhibits demonstrating biomes and continents at our 45-acre scenic park. All camp s offer a variety of fun and educational activities, including exploration of the zoo, animal encounters, hands-on activities, and playtime with friends.

What do we teach?

Camp Zoofari is a program to help youth form connections with the natural world. We provide children with quality experiences that promote connection, understanding, and empathy for living things, and model attitudes and actions that have a positive impact on our world. We

give campers knowledge and tools to become advocates for animals and stewards of our environment.

What sessions are offered?

• Spring Break Camp offers everal dates for ages 6-10.

• Camp Zoofari is a full-day, full-week camp for campers ages 6-10.

• Minis is a full-week half-day series for little campers ages 4-5.

• Tween is a weekly full-day series for teens ages 11-13.

• Sensory Friendly is a partial week halfday camp for campers ages 6-10 with special needs.

Who are our camp staff?

Safety and supervision are important to us. Camp staff are highly qualified adults, experienced in teaching and supervising youth which ensures safety and protection for all children on our large outdoor campus. See you at the Zoo!

Staff to Camper Ratio

1:10

Ages Served

4 Years - 13 Years

Want to be a camp counselor?

Applications can be accessed at meskerparkzoo.com/about-us/jobs

1545 Mesker Park Dr. 812-435-0809

meskerparkzoo.com

Montessori Academy

Montessori Academy is a private, nonprofit school primarily serving children ages 3 to 6 that also offers before- and after-school daycare, and holiday and snow day care for children enrolled in the program. Celebrating our 45th year in Evansville, Montessori Academy combines a century of tested and proven educational philosophy within a modern framework.

Why is movement important in education?

Children learn best when they are allowed to move freely and naturally within a prepared classroom environment. Our teachers carefully prepare lessons for each child individually, and then stand back and let children explore new concepts at their own pace.

What is so special about the third year (kindergarten) of the three-year cycle at Montessori?

By their kindergarten year, students at Montessori have spent two years in the same classroom. They go into their kindergarten year prepared physically and mentally for activities, such as handwriting, reading comprehension, and math. At the same

time, they have grown into successful role models for younger students and have helped to shape their classroom community. The kindergarten year is the year where the foundation lessons come together.

How do mixed-age classrooms work?

Children stay in a classroom with the same teacher from the age of 3 through the kindergarten year. The materials in the classroom are presented to children when they are ready, in sequence. Children 3 and 4 years old learn through the use of carefully designed manipulatives, while kindergarten students eventually focus on more abstract work. Children are given the opportunity to learn from and to teach their peers, ensuring a solid foundation through repetition.

Enrollment

150

Grade Levels

3 Years - Kindergarten

Highlight of 2023

We celebrated our 7th annual Dia de los Muertos celebration Scan

4611 Adams Ave. 812-479-1776

montessoriofevansville.com

University of Evansville Master of Science in Leadership

The Master of Science in Leadership program provides a rich curriculum in a flexible environment that can be completed within 16 months. All courses within the program emphasize the student’s growth and development as a leader and how to leverage one’s leadership strengths to create positive organizational change.

What is the format of the classes?

Classes are taught fully online offering flxibility for adults with busy lifestyles. Students take classes one at a time for fie weeks and can complete the program within 16 months.

What type of classes will I be taking?

High-quality faculty guides MSL students through a challenging, accelerated curriculum where they learn cutting-edge strategies in innovation, design thinking, and change management through leadership and strategic planning courses. Students also have the opportunity to select nine credit hours of selected electives in areas such as Innovation, Non-profit eadership, Public Health, Higher Education Leadership, and Health Services Administration.

Explore our professional development opportunities at evansville.edu/CAL .

What is the difference between an MSL vs. an MBA?

While an MBA focuses on key business fundamentals like accounting, economics, marketing, and finane, an MSL degree focuses more on soft skills such as strategic planning, innovation, creative problem-solving, and how to manage people more effectiely.

If you have a desire to build your business expertise by focusing on numbers and managing hard assets, then an MBA may be your best fi. But if you are an emerging leader who wants to develop skills in leadership, innovation, and change management while learning to more effectiely communicate with leaders, direct reports, and colleagues then the MSL degree may be what you need to take your career to the next level.

Enrollment

Max 25 students per cohort

Grade Levels

Graduate Program

Highlight of 2023

We welcomed our largest cohort of 25 students in Fall 2023.

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Center for the Advancement of Learning

812-488-2981

evansville.edu/leadership

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Degrees for Working Professionals

● Bachelor’s degree: Organizational Leadership

● Master’s degree: Leadership

● Licensure program: Transition to Teaching

Professional Development Workshops

Customized training solutions for you and your team. Facilitated by local leaders!

● Leadership Coaching Bootcamp | March 5, March 19, April 2, April 16

● Frontline Leadership Essentials | March 7

● Project Management Workshop | April 23

● Leadership Communication Skills | May 16

Earn Credentials Online

Whether you’re looking for a new career or want to enhance your skills, we offer online, non-credit courses and certificate programs to help you reach your goals.

● Complete courses at your own pace

● Interactive learning includes games, case studies, and simulations

● Earn a digital badge to display afterwards

YMCA of Southwestern Indiana

The YMCA understands the importance of providing a safe and enriching environment for children. Our Before & After School programs support working parents by offering a fun, educational, and nurturing space for children to enjoy homework help, STEAM activities, physical activity, and social and emotional development!

Where do you provide Before & After School care?

The Y is much more than a gym. As the largest non-profit childcae provider in the region, we provide Before & After School Care at 16 public schools and fie parochial schools throughout Posey, Vanderburgh, Warrick, and Gibson counties in Indiana.

What do children learn in the program?

All Y Before & After School programs help children develop to their fullest potential by incorporating components of 21st Century Skills, Arts, College & Career Readiness, Family and Parent Engagement, Global Learning and Inclusion, Health and Wellness, Academic Enrichment, Leadership Development, and Service-Learning.

How much does it cost?

Part-time (1-2 days) and full-time (3-5 days) weekly pricing is available as well as a multi-child discount. Financial assistance is available for families in need.

Do I have to be a YMCA member?

No, membership is not required…but we’d love to have you as a YMCA member to explore all the benefits for ou and your family at our membership branches.

How do I register my child?

Enrollment begins May 6. Learn more about available school sites, pricing, and curriculum, or register your child at ymcaswin.org/before-and-after-school-care.

Youth First, Inc.

CARE + CONNECTION = CAPABLE KIDS. For the past 26 years, Youth First has equipped thousands of young people with the hope and help they need to become thriving adults. Youth First’s mission is to strengthen youth and families through evidence-based programs that promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and maximize student success.

Through our partnership with 125 Indiana schools, over 52,500 students and their families have free access to more than 90 licensed mental health professionals (primarily master’s level social workers) and evidence-based prevention programs.

One of those young people is Desirae, thriving today thanks to the care she received from Youth First:

Desirae first met outh First Social Worker Teresa Mercer when she was in 6th grade. Her family was in crisis. With her mom in the middle of a three-month hospital stay, Desirae and her grandmother were doing their best to care for her six-week-old brother, until her grandmother suffered a stoke. Desirae and her baby brother were separated and went to

Desirae. She credits her connection with Ms. Mercer and Youth First’s Reconnecting Youth program for helping her through the tough times. “Without that experience, it would have been harder to dig out of the hole I was in. I struggled with suicidal ideation, and I probably wouldn’t be here if I didn’t have that support.”

Today Desirae is a college graduate, a homeowner, and an EMT. This poised and mature young woman has a world of opportunity in front of her, and she says, “I can’t wait to get started. Thank you, Youth First!”

With your help, more students and their families will develop healthier mindsets and build stronger futures. Your investment will help young people manage stress, improve resiliency, increase hopefulness, and strengthen other life skills that boost school performance and workforce readiness. Donate today at youthfirstin.org!

Reach High Consulting & Therapy

Our mission is to develop a holistic system of services to support families and children with a focus on those diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.

What is ABA therapy?

Applied Behavior Analysis therapy, or ABA therapy, is an applied therapy focusing on changing socially significant ehavior by assessing the functional relationship between behavior and the environment.

How does your organization maintain a commitment to clinical excellence?

At Reach High, we prioritize delivering care that aligns with the unique needs and preferences of each patient. Our tailored treatment plans are designed with a patient-centered approach, focusing on the specific needs of ach child we work with. We prioritize fostering genuine learning and skill development, moving beyond mere compliance with a program to ensure lasting progress. We ensure that every treatment decision is made with the individual patient’s best interests at heart. We place a strong emphasis on patient engagement and consent, valuing the input of every individual, regardless of their ability to communicate verbally.

clinical excellence. Our clinical and operational quality earned us Behavioral

Health Center of Excellence (BHCOE) accreditation. Our mission to elevate the quality of life for our people, our patients, and our field is highlighted by our Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP) membership and status as an Authorized Continuing Education (ACE) provider with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).

What is the core purpose of Reach High?

Our core purpose is to elevate the quality of life for our people, patients, and field y being better today than we were yesterday. Our team lives out our core purpose every day. We offer our tam free access to multiple learning libraries as well as continued education stipends to develop their professional interests. We require a variety of patient assessments bi-annually to monitor and improve patient outcomes. Our voluntary participation in the National Autism Data Registry will help us measure and improve our quality of care by benchmarking patient outcomes across all

No Waiting List

Accepting new patients!

Ages 2 Years - 8 Years

Accreditations

BHCOE Accreditation & CASP Membership

Scan the QR code to visit our website

900 Tutor Lane, Ste. 107 812-602-1038

reachhighconsulting.org

DIOCESE OF EVANSVILLE

Educate. Inspire. Proclaim.

Diocese of Evansville Catholic schools partner with parents, our children’s first and most important educators, and focus on forming students as faith-filled, well-rounded, highly educated, well-equipped individuals who serve their families and communities.

We believe every child is unique, and students thrive when they are matched with a learning environment that meets their individual needs. As such, our students regularly show annual academic growth and consistently excel on the ILEARN and IREAD3 Indiana state assessments.

Financial assistance is available from a number of sources, including Indiana’s School Choice Scholarship program; Indiana’s Scholarship Granting Organization; the Catholic Education Foundation; and scholarships and tuition assistance provided by parishes and schools. Contact your local school today or visit evdio.org/catholic-schools for more information.

President’s Message April/May

Almost every time you watch a PBS program on WNIN-TV or listen to an NPR program on WNIN-FM, you learn that some amount of support for that content comes from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB). CPB provides large, annual grants to individual stations throughout the public media system including WNIN. So, I thought you might be interested to learn more about this important organization and the critical role it plays in our annual budget.

As we often must remind viewers and listeners the federal government does NOT provide direct assistance to WNIN nor any of the other

WNIN BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2024

A.J. Manion

Immediate

Past Chair

Susan Hardwick

Chair

Richard Kuhn

Vice Chair

Lawrence Taylor

Secretary

Nancy Hodge

Treasurer

Tim Black

President

Noah Alatza

Joshua Claybourn

Beau Dial

Stephanie Koch

Tara Overton

Amber Rascoe

Dr. Ron Rochon

Stephanie Roland

Stacey Shourd

Thomas Silliman

Alfonso Vidal

Daniela Vidal

Mike Walsh

Gene Warren

Amy Waterman

Jordan Whitledge

Matthew Wright

Elissa Corbitt Student Board Member

Devon Langley Student Board Member

public media stations in the U.S. Instead, the federal government created the Corporation for Public Broadcasting to act as the steward of the government’s investment in public media. CPB is a private, nonprofit corporation that came into existence some 50 years ago with the passage of the Public Broadcasting Act of 1967 which declared the wisdom of supporting public media with federal funds and defined public media’s public policy value and function. This legislation continues to direct the work of CPB today.

CPB strives to support diverse programs and services that inform, educate, enlighten and enrich the public. Through its annual grants, the corporation encourages the development of content that addresses the needs of underserved audiences. CPB’s core values of collaboration, innovation, engagement, and diversity help to provide programming and content investments system-wide.

CPB does not produce programming and does not own, operate or control any public broadcasting stations. Additionally, CPB, PBS and NPR are independent of each other and of local public television and radio stations including WNIN.

Here are some numbers to inform you a little more about the Corporation for Public Broadcasting:

• More than 70 percent of annual funding goes directly to local public media stations.

• Less than 5 percent of annual funding is spent on CPB operations; CPB has approximately 100 staff members.

• 99 percent of Americans have access to public media (TV and/or radio).

•Almost 20,000 people are employed by public media stations across the country.

•1,564 public media stations are locally owned and operated by 549 CPB grantees; 391 grantees represent 1,207 public radio stations and 158 grantees represent 357 public television stations.

• CPB also awards grants to stations and independent producers to create diverse programs and services from documentaries and digital media learning tools to journalism collaborations.

A nine-member board of directors governs CPB, sets policy, and determines strategic direction. Board members are appointed by the U.S. president and confirmed by the Senate for six-year terms. The Board then appoints the CPB president and CEO, who selects the other corporate officers.

CPB follows a complex grant-making procedure. At its heart is a requirement that local stations, including WNIN, meet a “non-federal funding” benchmark. Quite simply, WNIN must file paperwork each year that confirms that we have achieved a sizable portion of our operating budget through LOCAL revenue. Local revenue is comprised of a combination of your membership donations, dollars raised at WNIN’s annual menu of events/auctions, corporate sponsorships, and local businesses purchasing on-air underwriting. This is why we are eager to remind our viewers and listeners that more than HALF our annual financial support comes from local dollars … viewers/listeners just like you! If we do NOT receive your local support we do NOT receive any federal monies from CPB. It’s as simple as that.

Not only is it always a good time to include WNIN TV and/or FM on your giving list, it’s also critical and necessary for WNIN to be able to qualify for annual Corporation for Public Broadcasting funding. Look for the donation banner at www.wnin.org and show your support for the good work we continue to do every day. You may also make a gift by calling us at 812-423-2973. Thank you when you do!

Sincerely,

Tim Black, President and CEO

The tell-tale signs of spring are right around the corner. To some, this means the return of blue skies and warm breezes. To others, it means blooming flowers and the sound of chirping birds. But to many in the Tri-State area, it means the return of the Great Channel 9 Auction!

Join us April 9-19 for the Great Channel 9 Auction where each night you will have the chance to bid on hundreds of items, services and experiences from the comfort of your own home. This year is extra special as we celebrate 50 YEARS of bidding! Since its start in 1974, the auction has become a beloved WNIN tradition that folks look forward to each spring.

“It’s an honor to celebrate 50 years of the Great Channel 9 Auction! This event is a true testament of our community’s support and its dedication to our mission as a public media station. We’re grateful for the lasting memories and relationships that have come from this event, and we can’t wait to see what kind of exciting items and big bidding that this year’s auction will bring,” says Director of Theatre and Events Karen Robinson.

This year’s auction will feature big-ticket items along with some annual favorites, including local ticket packages and excursions, estate planning, lawn and garden services, and much more. Crowd pleasers like gift cards and certificates from local and state businesses will also be making a return.

“I think for me, one thing I am excited to be a part of is featuring local Evansville and Indiana businesses on WNIN’s television station. It’s nice to see familiar places and

products on TV instead of the usual big box stores and chains, and it will be fun to highlight the cool events, restaurants, and shopping that we have in our own backyard!” says Events/Theatre Coordinator Sarah Davis.

Similar to past years, all bidding will be done online. All items will be available online beginning April 9th with select items on the LIVE AUCTION Thursday, April 18 and Friday, April 19 from 7 to 9 p.m. All bids will close on Friday, April 19 at 10 p.m.

If you know of a business, organization or individual that would like to donate an item or get involved in this year’s auction, please contact Karen Robinson at krobinson@wnin.org or call 812-423-2973 ext. 136 or Sarah Davis at sdavis@wnin.org and 812-423-2973 ext. 261 for more information. By watching, donating and sponsoring the Great Channel 9 Auction, you fund our mission to continue to produce and deliver engaging public media content that informs, entertains and inspires people of all ages for another year.

Watch the Great Channel 9 Auction LIVE and celebrate 50 years of bidding on April 18th and April 19th on 9.1 WNIN PBS, our local livestream or Facebook live.

Going Beyond the Wave

When WNIN 88.3 FM first went on the air in 1982, broadcasting from the basement of the old McCutchanville School, WNINFM set its sights on how to best serve the Tri-State and its residents. When we look back at everything we’ve been able to accomplish over the last 42 years and what we continue to work toward today, our efforts can simply be described as: Going Beyond the Wave.

Going Beyond the Wave means that WNIN is committed to going beyond the standard delivering in-depth coverage, diverse perspectives, and unique content that you depend on and won’t find anywhere else. Each day, we strive to meet you where you are and to bring you resources that are necessary in guiding you in your daily decision making. It is our mission and our civic responsibility to do so.

We invite you to take advantage of what we have to offer and to make WNIN 88.3 FM a part of your daily routine (if it’s not already!):

• Listen when and where you want on the WNIN App, the WNIN live stream available on wnin.org, or listen live on WNIN 88.3 FM

• Go behind the scenes and check out local shows including “Two Main Street” with David James, “The Friday Wrap” with John Gibson, “The Song Show” with Brick Briscoe and “Food From Here” with Peggy Pirro

• Check out news stories and features on local businesses, organizations, upcoming events and more that can be found on wnin.org or the app at anytime

• Listen to or recommend the Radio Reading Service to your loved ones, a resource which provides content to media and print-impaired individuals in the Tri-State

If you find value in the work we do and would like to see what else we can accomplish together through this partnership, we ask you to please join us May 6-10 and show your support as we set out to reach our fundraising goal during the WNIN 88.3 FM Spring Pledge Drive. When you make a gift, it directly contributes to our ongoing efforts and what we can provide to the Tri-State.

Go Beyond the Wave and support your local public radio station by making your gift early. Call 812-423-5678, visit us online at www.wnin.org, or find us on PayPal and Venmo Charities to make your gift today. Thank you!

Spotlight

April 2024 Highlights

NOVA: SOLAR ECLIPSE OF 2024

Airs at 7 p.m. April 3

America’s eyes will be glued to the skies April 8 for a spectacular solar eclipse that will cast a lunar shadow 115 miles wide as it moves across North America. This extraordinary astronomical event will plunge the locations in its path into darkness for up to four minutes — more than twice as long as the last American eclipse in 2017. NOVA’s cameras will follow scientists as they prepare new experiments that will help make this one of the most studied solar eclipses in history.

A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE FUTURE

Airs at 8 p.m. Wednesdays starting April 3

This unique six-part PBS documentary series is about our futures and how we can reimagine them. Hosted by renowned futurist Ari Wallach, the show invites viewers on a journey around the world that is filled with discovery, hope, and possibility about where we find ourselves today and what could come next.

NEWSMAKERS

Airs at 7 p.m.

April 4 and 12:30 p.m. April 7

Find out what local communities have planned for this year’s eclipse, safety during the event, and the science behind this phenomenon.

TWO MAIN STREET WITH DAVID JAMES

Airs at 8 p.m. April 4

David interviews Dr. Carlisle Wishard, the Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science’s Dorothy & George Eykamp Director of Science Experiences, about the upcoming eclipse.

THE EXPRESS WAY WITH DULÉ HILL

Airs at 8 p.m.

Tuesdays starting April 23

This documentary series explores America through the lens of creative expression. Led by renowned actor, dancer, and singer Dulé Hill, the episodes capture diverse artists’ stories from across California; Texas; Chicago, Illinois; and Appalachia, all celebrating community, humanity, bridging divides and the transformative power of the arts.

MR BATES VS THE POST OFFICE ON MASTERPIECE

Airs at 8 p.m. Sundays starting April 7

Following one of the greatest miscarriages of justice in British legal history, Mr Bates vs The Post Office was created with direct input from the innocent – and indomitable – people caught up in it. When money started to seemingly disappear from its local branches, the government owned Post Office wrongly blamed their own managers for its apparent loss. For more than a decade, hundreds were accused of theft and fraud, and many were even sent to prison - leaving lives, marriages, and reputations in ruins. But the issue was actually caused by errors in the Post Office’s own computer system – something it denied for years. Revealing a shocking David vs Goliath fight for justice, this is the story of the decent ordinary people who were relentlessly pursued, coerced and controlled by a powerful corporation, and their ongoing battle, against seemingly insurmountable odds, to right so many horrific wrongs.

world. Ukrainian YouTuber Anton Ptushkin documents the work Ukrainian citizens have done to rescue and care for the pets and zoo animals abandoned during the war. In the face of violence, pets and their owners became symbols of resistance, heroes and frontline volunteers. See how a national tragedy transformed into a global story of incredible devotion and love.

INDEPENDENT LENS: SPACE: THE LONGEST GOODBYE

Airs at 9 p.m. May 6

NASA intends to send astronauts to Mars for the first time. To succeed, crew members will have to overcome unprecedented life-threatening challenges. And while many of these

hazards are physical, the most elusive are psychological. Follow NASA psychologist Dr. Al Holland, rookie astronauts Kayla Barron and Matthias Maurer, and former astronaut Cady Coleman as they grapple with the tension between their dream of reaching new frontiers and their basic human need to stay connected to home.

GREAT PERFORMANCES: HAMLET

Airs at 8 p.m. May 10

This production is directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, who in 2019 directed “Much Ado About Nothing.”

NATURE: GREEN ISLAND, WHITE DESERT

Airs at 7 p.m. May 15

Ireland is renowned for its lush green landscapes and wild Atlantic coast, but one of its greatest natural treasures is a desert of grey stones called the Burren, which is home to enchanting wildlife. Featuring striking sequences set in this fantastical otherworld, the documentary follows its lead character, the elusive but charming pine marten, as her story takes us on a delightful journey through this incredible habitat and the lives of its wild birds and animals.

GREAT PERFORMANCES: AUDRA MCDONALD AT THE LONDON PALLADIUM

Airs at 8 p.m. May 17

Audra McDonald is unparalleled in the breadth and versatility of her artistry as a singer and actor. The Tony, Grammy and Emmy award winner recorded this concert at the legendary London Palladium with musical director Andy Einhorn leading the 40-piece London Musical Theatre Orchestra. McDonald

performs a thrilling repertoire of classic Broadway songs, including “I Am What I Am,” “Climb Every Mountain,” “Summertime” and “Everything’s Coming Up Roses.”

AMERICAN EXPERIENCE: THE RIOT REPORT

Airs at 8 p.m. May 21

In 1967, President Lyndon B. Johnson appointed the 11-member Kerner Commission to answer questions about racial disorder in Black urban communities across the country. What they found was systemic racism. More than a half-century later, the Kerner Commission’s findings remain chillingly and tragically relevant and are a timely reminder of both the persistence of American racism and the limits of American liberalism.

NOVA: 50 YEARS OF PHYSICS

Airs at 8 p.m. May 22

NOVA celebrates 50 years by exploring the profound ways in which our understanding of the universe, and our place in it, has changed. In the early 1970s, physicists were just beginning to postulate how tiny seeds SPONSORED CONTENTAPRIL/MAY

of “lumpiness” in the very early universe might have evolved into the structures we observe all around us. Today, we have a well-supported, detailed theory for how it happened and a roadmap for filling in the big gaps that remain.

NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT 2024

Airs at 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. May 26

For more than 30 years, this multi-awardwinning television event — featuring uplifting musical performances, documentary footage and dramatic readings — has become an American tradition and is one of PBS’ highest-rated programs. On the broadcast, celebrities share real-life stories spanning the broad history of our nation’s military conflicts, award-winning musicians perform songs in tribute to our country’s true heroes, and the finest performers from America’s premier military choirs and ensembles are featured.

April/May TV Channel 9.1

TV SCHEDULE

MONDAY - FRIDAY

5 a.m. Arthur

5:30 a.m. Odd Squad

6 a.m. Molly of Denali

6:30 a.m. Alma’s Way

7 a.m. Lyla in the Loop

7:30 a.m. Wild Kratts

8 a.m. Daniel Tiger

8:30 a.m. Rosie’s Rules

9 a.m. Sesame Street

9:30 a.m. Work It Out Wombats

10 a.m. Donkey Hodie

10:30 a.m. Pinkalicious & Peterrific

11 a.m. Elinor Wonders Why

11:30 a.m. Nature Cat

Noon Curious George

12:30 p.m. Xavier Riddle

1 p.m. Baking With Julia

1:30 p.m. This Old House

2 p.m. Primetime Repeats

3 p.m. Primetime Repeats

4 p.m. Primetime Repeats

5 p.m. BBC World News

5:30 p.m. BBC World News

SATURDAY & SUNDAY

5 a.m. Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood

5:30 a.m. Ar thur

6 a.m. Molly of Denali

6:30 a.m. Alma’s Way

7 a.m. Lyla in the Loop

11 p.m. Nature

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7 p.m. Newsmakers

7:30 p.m. Shively and Shoulders/Specials

8 p.m. Two Main Street

9 p.m. Midsomer Murders

10 p.m. Amanpour & Company

11 p.m. This Old House

11: 30 p.m. Ask This Old House

FRIDAY

6 p.m. PBS Newshour

7 p.m. Washington Week

7:30 p.m. Firing Line

8 p.m. Ar ts

10 p.m. Amanpour & Company

11 p.m. NOVA

SATURDAY

6 p.m. Carol Burnett

7 p.m. Active Living with April

7: 30 p.m. Samantha Brown’s Places To Love

8 p.m. Midsomer Murders

10 p.m. Austin City Limits

11 p.m. Specials

SUNDAY

6 p.m. Celebrity Antiques Road Trip

7 p.m. Call The Midwife

8 p.m. Mr Bates vs The Post Office on Masterpiece

9 p.m. Alice and Jack on Masterpiece/Guilt on Masterpiece

10 p.m. Classical Tahoe/Specials

11 p.m. Specials

Final Detail A FLAIR FOR FUN

A trip down memory lane lands many at Kramer’s Lake

If you find yourself at a loss for conversation in Southwest Indiana, just ask if anyone remembers Kramer’s Lake. Located near the line between Posey and Vanderburgh counties, the Kramer family operated the rural destination from 1961 to 1998. The fiveacre lake offered fishing and picnic areas, floating docks equipped with trapezes and sky-high water slides, and an entertainment pavilion with live music performances many months of the year.

Kramer’s Lake drew nearly 1,000 visitors a day at its peak, and generations of those merrymakers enjoy reminiscing. Here, a few share their memories.

“I have people still now tell me, ‘Oh, I met my wife, or I met my husband there. … We used to come there and have a good time.’”

Paul Kramer

Mount Vernon Senior High School Class of 1967, and son of Kramer’s Lake founders Lucille and Earl Kramer

“I’ll never forget meeting Bob Griese in the summer of 1964 with a bunch of his football players. As I was sliding down the slide, I slid right into him. It was my first encounter with a celebrity-to-be. We all rented a paddle boat and raced all day long until my legs about fell off. He was such a down-toearth great guy.”

Marcia Matthews Hocker

Modern expressionist painter in Owensboro, Kentucky, William Henry Harrison High School Class of 1967

“(In the 1970s) Kramer’s Lake hosted bands on Wednesday and Sunday evenings … a melting pot for people throughout the TriState area. You could meet new friends from as far away as Princeton and Jasper.”

Dr. Ray Lamey

Evansville anesthesiologist, Gibson Southern High School Class of 1976

“I lived at Kramer’s Lake every summer. I mean, every high schooler went there every weekend. Back in high school in the ’60s … that was the place to go. As silly as it sounds, all those ‘Beach Blanket Bingo’ movies, well, that was our ‘Beach Blanket Bingo.’”

Matt Williams

Television and film writer and producer in New York, F.J. Reitz High School Class of 1969

“It was THE place to be on the weekends! Of course, we all wore bikinis that came up to our belly buttons, and that was considered risqué. It was a wonderful way to meet others from everywhere in the area, not just Evansville.”

Joni Matthews

Evansville marketing executive,William Henry Harrison High School Class of 1976

“Lifeguard parties. Once they shut down the park and all the people left, once a year … ohh buddy, we would do crazy things on the trapeze and the water slides. We were young and dumb, and it was fun.”

Mike Moran

Financial advisor in Carmel, Indiana Mater Dei High School Class of 1989 Kramer’s Lake lifeguard in the mid-1980s

BY CATHERINE ANDERSON

“(In 1991) typically, I’d sleep as late as possible, and the lake would open at 10 a.m. I would ride my bike up there. It’s hard to imagine a 10-year-old riding their bike a mile down the road now. … (As a teenage lifeguard) it really was about the friendships with the other employees. There was a lot of fun to be had after shifts.”

Brad Kramer

Evansville pilot, Mount Vernon Senior High School Class of 1999, and Vernon Kramer’s son and the youngest Kramer grandchild

VERNON KRAMER

BRAD KRAMER

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