Brown County Almanack | Winter 2011

Brown County Almanack

Visitors Guide Winter 2011

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Brown County Almanack

Visitors Guide A quarterly publication featuring local merchants and events from Nashville and Brown County, Indiana.

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The story behind the spelling of ‘Almanack’.

Well, it’s a tradition.

“Kin” Hubbard, creator of those cartoony figures you see around Nashville, drew “Abe Martin of Brown County” for the Indianapolis News from 1904-1930. The Abe Martin character offered wit and wisdom with a questionable grasp on English, but a firm root in old-time practicality.

Hubbard published five “Almanack”s full of Martin’s sayings, intended as parodies of “Poor Richard’s Almanac” or the “Old Farmer’s Almanac.”

Brown Countian Tom Hensely published the first Brown County Almanack in 1965, retaining the Hubbard spelling and sensibility. The Brown County Democrat revived the tradition in the early 1970s, and has carried on quarterly ever since.

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Finding your way

All the information you need to enjoy every nook and cranny of beautiful Brown County.

Feature stories —

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Santa sightings Cold weather activities Enjoy the Brown County YMCA

The lists of where to shop, stay and play 8 Shopfinder Directory 18 Houses of Worship 22 Art Colony of the Midwest 24 Handmade in Brown County 28 Local Services 30 Entertainment 32 Lodging 36 Conferences, Retreats & Reunions 40 Food, Snacks & Spirits 42 Unique & Specialty Shops 46 Ongoing Events 48 Winter Events

Maps Nashville Street Map | Page 10 Map of Brown County | Page 12

31 North Jefferson St. Nashville, IN 47448 812-988-7758 Open Every Day

Bean Blossom Rd. Nashville, IN 812-988-7232

THE FARMHOUSE CAFE 812-988-2004

Designing and Building The Garden Cabin Fine Log Homes in The Kelly Reed Cabin Brown County The Antique Cabin Cabin in the Pines 3497 N. CLAY LICK RD. NASHVILLE, IN 47448 Call for Reservations 812-988-2689 812-988-2689

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ART Anne Ryan Miller Glass Studio Barb Brooke Davis E3 Brown County Art Gallery F12 Brown County Art Guild F5 Brown County Craft Gallery E8 Brown County Visitors Center E5 Cathy’s Corner G6 Cathy Haggerty Charlene Marsh Studio & Gallery 12 Connie Simmonds/Smashing Designs E3 Chris Gustin/Homestead Weaving Studio 12 Dick Ferrer E3 Dixie Ferrer E3 Faerie Hollow Studio Ferrer Gallery Fine Line Rustics E8 Hoosier Artist Studio G3 June Bryan D11 Mary Jo Limp 12 Sally Baldwin G3 Spears Gallery 12 Susan Threehawks E3 Waldron Gallery of Brown County F5

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BABY Babies, Toddlers & More Foxfire & Foxfire

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BATH & BODY Bathology The Crow’s Nest

D4 H6

24 22, 24

BIRDHOUSES & FEEDERS Madeline’s The Crow’s Nest

H4 H6

23, 43 22, 24

BOOKS The Book Loft The Crow’s Nest

E3 H6

34, 44 22, 24

Brewery Big Woods Brewing Co.

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CANDLES Foxfire & Foxfire Madeline’s Nashville General Store & Bakery The Crow’s Nest The Ferguson House

E8 H4 I9 H6 G3

28, 42 23, 43 41, 46 22, 24 28, 45

CANDY Jack and Jill Nut Shop G5 The Candy Dish E3 Nashville Fudge Kitchen Carmel Corn Cottage C4 Martinsville Candy Kitchen

18, 41 2, 41 41, 50 19 6

CHRISTMAS Carol’s Fine Gifts & Crafts The Crow’s Nest The Ferguson House The Holly Shop

H6 H6 G3 A6

23, 37 22, 24 28, 45 23

CLOTHING & ACCESSORIEs Babies, Toddlers & More G6 Brown County Weavery/Roots G3 For Bare Feet E4, F3 Foxfire & Foxfire E8 Peg Ann’s Boutique J6 Seven Sisters T-Shirt Shop I5 The Crow’s Nest H6

24, 37 24 5, 24 28, 42 44, 49 44 32, 44 22, 24

CONFERENCES RETREATS & REUNIONS Abe Martin Lodge 12 Artists Colony Inn G6 Brown County Inn L5 Camp Palawopec Lodge 12 Comfort Inn L10 Hampton Inn – Edinburgh 23 Hampton Inn – Seymour 23 Hilton Garden Inn 23 Holiday Inn Express – Seymour Holiday Inn Express – Edinburgh Hotel Nashville A4 Rawhide Ranch 12 Salt Creek Golf Retreat 12 The Seasons Lodge L12

30, 31 32 35, 36 36 3, 36 35 35 33 35 35 33, 36 34 25, 34 34, 35

CRAFTS Ady’s Fabrics 43 Babies, Toddlers & More G6 Brown County Craft Gallery E8 Brown County Weavery/Roots G3 Carol’s Fine Gifts & Crafts H6 For Bare Feet E4, F3 K. Bellum Leather Michael’s Flowers & Antiques D3 Papertrix H7 Sheep Street Fibers 23 Through the Looking Glass F3 Wishful Thinking E8

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DINING & SNACKS 19th Hole Abe Martin Lodge Apple Works Artists Colony Inn Big Woods Brewing Co. Brown County Inn Brown County Steak & Seafood Co. Brown County Winery Harvest Moon Pizzeria Hobnob Corner Holy Cow Steakhouse Hotel Nashville Jack and Jill Nut Shop McDonald’s Restaurant Miller’s Ice Cream House Nashville General Store & Bakery Salt Creek Golf Retreat That Sandwich Place The Candy Dish The Farmhouse The Nashville House The Ordinary The Seasons Lodge Trolly’s

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DOLLS The Vintage Rose G7 Jeepers Dollhouse Miniatures

18, 23 43, 51

ENTERTAINMENT & RECREATION Abe Martin Lodge 12 Bill Monroe Mem. Music Park 12 Brown County Art Gallery F12 Brown County Art Guild F5 Brown County Inn L5 Brown County Winery E7,5 The Palace Theatre J9 Copperhead Mining Co. C5 Harley-Davidson of Bloomington Melchior Marionette Theater G5 Rawhide Ranch 12 Salt Creek Golf Retreat 12 The Seasons Lodge L12 Red Barn Jamboree

30, 31 30 20, 42 20, 34 35, 36 30, 42 4, 30 30 36, 43 24, 41 34 21, 24 34, 35 30

FLEA MARKET Bill Monroe Mem. Music Park

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FLOWERS & HERBs Flower & Herb Barn 27 Health For U Madeline’s H4 Michael’s Flowers & Antiques D3

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FOOTWEAr For Bare Feet Peg Ann’s Boutique The Totem Post

5, 24 44, 49 20, 25

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GARDEN & PATIO Foxfire & Foxfire Madeline’s The Crow’s Nest The Ferguson House

E8 H4 H6 G3

28, 42 23, 43 22, 24 28, 45

GIFTS Ady’s Fabrics 43 Apple Works N/A Babies, Toddlers & More G6 Bathology D4 Bauble Board, Inc. G3 Bone Appetit J6 Brown County Winery E7,5 Carol’s Fine Gifts & Crafts H6 Cathy’s Corner G6 Fine Line Rustics E8 Foxfire & Foxfire E8 Grasshopper Flats H6 Jack and Jill Nut Shop G5 Jeepers Dollhouse Miniatures Madeline’s H4 Michael’s Flowers & Antiques D3 Peg Ann’s Boutique J6 The Ferguson House G3 The Totem Post G5 The Toy Chest H6 The Vintage Rose G7 Touch of Silver Gold & Old E8 T-Shirt Shop I5 The Crow’s Nest H6 Wishful Thinking E8

42, 51 42 24, 37 24 13 42, 44 30, 42 23, 37 24, 44 18, 42 28, 42 24 18, 41 33, 39 23, 43 7, 23 44, 49 28, 45 20, 25 37, 45 18, 23 19, 23 32, 44 22, 24 32, 45

GLASS Papertrix

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GOLF Salt Creek Golf Retreat

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ICE CREAM Miller’s Ice Cream House E3 Nashville General Store & Bakery I9 Nashville Fudge Kitchen

2, 41 41, 46 41, 50

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G5 E8

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KITCHENWARE & GOURMET FOODS The Crow’s Nest Harvest Preserve

H6 E3

22, 24 2, 41

Leather K. Bellum Leather

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LODGING 1875 Homestead B&B Abe Martin Lodge 12 Allison House G2 Artists Colony Inn G6 Bill Monroe Mem. Music Park 12 Brown County Inn L5 Cobblestone Log Homes 12 Comfort Inn L10 Cornerstone Inn & Suites G8 Green Valley Lodge 12 Hampton Inn – Edinburgh 23 Hampton Inn – Seymour 23 Hidden Valley Inn A6 Hills O’ Brown Vacation Rentals Hilltop Cabin & Suites 12 Holiday Inn Express – Seymour Hampton Inn – Edinburgh 23 Hotel Nashville A4 Rawhide Ranch 12 Red Bud Inn 12 Salt Creek Golf Retreat 12 The Seasons Lodge L12 The Garden Cabin 12 The Antique Cabin 12 The Kelly Reed Cabin 12 The Pines Cabin 12

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LOG CABINS Cobblestone Log Homes Mike Nickels Log Homes

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MOTORCYCLES & ACCESSORIES Harley-Davidson of Bloomington

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Museums Wonderlab Children’s Museum Kidscommons Children’s Museum

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PET CARE Bone Appetit The Crow’s Nest

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Photography MonWood Photography Time2 Live, Laugh, Love POTTERY Brown County Craft Gallery

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HOME DÉCOR Carol’s Fine Gifts & Crafts H6 Foxfire & Foxfire E8 Madeline’s H4 Ole House The Crow’s Nest H6 The Ferguson House G3 The Vintage Rose G7

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REAL ESTATE Hills O’ Brown Vacation Rentals

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SCRAPBOOKING Papertrix Wishful Thinking

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SERVICES Brown County Visitors Center E5 Cobblestone Log Homes 12 Flower & Herb Barn 27 McDonald’s Shopworth 12 Mike Nickels Log Homes 12 MonWood Photography Ethereal Village Salon & Spa Nashville BP

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SIGNS Through the Looking Glass

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SOUTHWEST & WESTERN The Totem Post

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SPORTS Foxfire & Foxfire The Ferguson House

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WEAVING Brown County Weavery/Roots G3 Chris Gustin/Homestead Weaving Studio 12 Sheep Street Fibers 23

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WEDDINGS & RECEPTIONS Abe Martin Lodge Artists Colony Inn Brown County Inn Hotel Nashville Rawhide Ranch Salt Creek Golf Retreat The Seasons Lodge

12 G6 L5 A4 12 12 L12

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WINERY Brown County Winery E7,5 Chateau Thomas Winery

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WOODCRAFTS Through the Looking Glass

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TOYS The Toy Chest For Bare Feet

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Brown County, Indiana To Morgantown & Indianapolis

Peoga

To Nineveh

Spearsville Fruitdale

Lake o’ the Hills

Lake Lasalle

Bear Creek Lake

Cordry Lake

Crestview Lake Cottonwood 135

Sweetwater Lake

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Trevlac

Bean Blossom

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Helmsburg

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Lake Lemon

Woodland Lake Camp Atterbury

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Needmore

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Echo Lake

135

6 To Bloomington

Taggart

Gatesville

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Greenbriar Lake

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Nashville

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10 State Park North Gate

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Yellowwood Lake

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Mt. Liberty

Somerset Lake

To Bloomington To SR 37

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7 Ogle Lake

To Columbus

Belmont Strahl Lake New Bellsville Stonehead

Brown County State Park 135

21 Crooked Creek Lake

Pikes Peak

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Story

13 135

Christiansburg Becks Grove

Monroe Reservoir

8. Conley Vacation Rental 1. 1875 Homestead B&B 9. Elizabeth O’Rear Studio 2. Abe Martin Lodge 10. Green Valley Lodge 3. Bill Monroe’s Memorial Music 11. Hills O’ Brown Vacation Rentals Park & Campground 12. Hilltop Cabin & Luxury Suites 4. Brown County Winery 5. Camp Palawopec Lodge & Cabins13. Homestead Weaving Studio 14. Mary Jo Limp Studio 6. Charlene Marsh Studio 15. McDonald’s Shopworth 7. Cobblestone Log Homes

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To Columbus To I-65

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State Park West Gate

135

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16. Paintball Valley/Valley Branch Retreat 17. Rawhide Ranch 18. Red Bud Inn 19. Salt Creek Golf Retreat 20. Spears Gallery 21. T.C. Steele Historic Site 22. The Farmhouse Cafe and The Flower & Herb Barn 23. The Owls Roost Cabin 24. Oak Grove Pottery

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To Brownstown To US 50 (13 mi.)

ANTIQUE ALLEY SHOPPES “Original crafts created by Brown County Craftsmen”

The Peaceful Valley Arts & Crafts Shop

Many Indiana arts and crafts including soaps & lotions, candles, artwork, afghans & scarves, jams & jellies, woodstock chimes, Vermont origami, Colorado hand-blown glass ornaments.

www.PeacefulValleyArtsCrafts.com 75 S. Jefferson • Nashville, IN

Are you an

Antique Alley Shoppe?

THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS Hand-etched Glass Custom Wooden Signs Brown County Stone Carving Redwood Signs

(812) 988-1724

If you would like to be included in the next issue of the Brown County Almanack please contact KJ or Keith, 812-988-2221 or ads@bcdemocrat.com

Corner of Jefferson & Franklin Streets

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suit his strong

Nashville’s jolliest of men shares his gift for making children smile

By Sherri Cullison • Photography by Megan O’Bryan

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each

year—on the Saturday after Thanksgiving—the Nashville Express Train rolls through town with a special guest, Santa Claus, sitting atop its engine. The ride serves as Santa’s big introduction, kicking off a series of “Santa Sightings” weekends during which Father Christmas, and his wellknown wife, Mrs. Claus, settle into a spot in front of the Brown County Visitors Center to greet holiday revelers.

There, Santa and Mrs. Claus welcome and encourage little (and sometimes not-so-little) guests to sit on Santa’s lap and to share with him their greatest holiday desires. Sitting in Santa’s seat is a big job, says Tom Vornholt, local real estate agent and president of the Brown County Economic Development Commission—and he should know. Vornholt is about to enter his fourth season donning the red suit.

He has been pulling holiday shifts in full Santa gear for more than a decade, but there are only “a select few who know I’m doing it here in town,” Vornholt says. He plays the role of Santa the entire first weekend of the “Santa Sightings” series. For each weekend after, fire department volunteers help handle Santa’s duties.

As for Vornholt, he says he got his start dressing as Santa for his nieces and nephews.

“My sister had a Santa Claus suit, and they asked if I would be willing to do that,” he says.

“It was one of the most amazing experiences I’ve ever had.”

Vornholt credits the surprised responses of his younger relatives for making him fall in love with playing the role. Since those early appearances, he regularly gets asked to attend private events and holiday parties as Santa, and he’s always ready to hop the train into town to spread good cheer.

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But Vornholt is quick to point out that he doesn’t make money from his efforts.

“I don’t think Santa should get paid,” he explains. “Santa should offer his jolly and joy at his own cost.”

Vornholt often surprises his guests when he refuses payment. “People are really taken aback by that,” he says. “Every year people think I have to charge them to have their pictures taken with me. I tell them: ‘Here in Nashville, Santa is free.’”

Getting to see the expressions of his littlest fans is payment enough, he explains.

Each day, Santa and Mrs. Claus take a break from their post at the Visitors Center to stroll through town together. “We walk into restaurants and get people singing. We go into stores,” he says. “Kids see us walking through town, and they go bonkers. They come running up to tell us what they want for Christmas.

“One of the more fun things, though, is not only seeing the kids’ faces, but seeing the elderly people who want to come and sit on my lap,” he adds. “They can’t wait to tell Santa what they want for Christmas.

It’s like they’re kids again.”

And as for what people want? “I had one lady who told me: ‘I need a new husband,’” he says. “I said, ‘Well, I’ll see what I can do.’ You get a lot of neat requests. I had one kid bring me 10 pages of computergenerated printouts of what he wanted. I also had one girl who wanted a new mom because her mom had passed away. That really rips at you.”

Vornholt says Santa has a specific gift on his wish list, too. “If there was one gift I wish I had in this world,” he explains, “it would be that, when they ask me for a gift, I could pull it out of a bag and just hand it to them.”

“Santa Sightings”

take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturdays and noon to 3 p.m. Sundays, Nov. 26-27, Dec. 2-3, Dec. 10-11, Dec. 17-18. Location: Brown County Visitors Center, 10 N. Van Buren St., Nashville.

Information: (800) 753-3255.

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Houses of Worship houses worship Anglican

St. Matthew’s Anglican Church Pastor Tom Tirman, Salt Creek Plaza (west side), Chestnut Street, Nashville, toll free (866) 455-5134 or (812) 988-6585, www.IndianaAnglican.com.

Sprunica Baptist Church Pastor Dan Law Jr., (812) 988-6456, Sprunica Road.

Unity Baptist Church 3 miles northeast of Bean Blossom on Spearsville Road.

Episcopal

Apostolic

Catholic

St. Agnes Church Sister Eileen Flavin, parish life coordinator, (812) 988-6995, Father Eric Johnson, sacramental minister, (812) 988-2778, 1008 McLary Road, Nashville, (812) 988-6995, www.stagneschurchnashville.org.

Church of the Lakes Pastor Bruce Bendinger, 933-2595, 8844 Nineveh Road, Cordry Sweetwater Lakes, www.cotlakes.org.

New Life Community Church Pastor Justin Senesi, (812) 988-6543, North Indiana 135, Nashville, www.newlifecc.org.

Christian

Lutheran

Green Valley Apostolic Church Pastor Paul D. Hardin, (812) 988-2884 or (812) 988-6523.

New Life Apostolic Tabernacle Pastor Nick Seniour II, (812) 597-4698 or (812) 988-0681, half mile west of Indiana 135 on Indiana 45 at Bean Blossom.

Baptist

Bible Baptist Church Pastor Steve Gerber, 7 Trafalgar Square, Trafalgar, (812) 597-4669.

Bean Blossom Baptist Church Pastor James Brown, (812) 988-7679 or (812) 988-4161, off North Indiana 135 on Spearsville Road.

Country-Gospel Music Church Pastor Merideth Wilfong, 5181 E. Indiana 46, (812) 988-1288; www. countrygospelmusicchurch.com.

Fellowship Baptist Church Pastor Ken Hein, (812) 988-9901, 1267 E. Old Indiana 46.

Harmony Baptist Church Pastor Greg Brown, (812) 988-4750, 3.5 miles east of Stonehead on Bellsville Pike.

Pleasant Valley Church (Separate Baptist Association), pastor David “Harold” Summers, (812) 988-2131, 3888 E. Indiana 46, Nashville, (812) 350-4205.

Becks Grove Christian Church Minister Jim Weld, (812) 988-7380, 8009 Becks Grove Road, Freetown.

First Christian Church of Morgantown Pastor Burt Brock, (765) 813-0427, 2717 S. Morgantown Road.

Nashville Christian Church Rick Clayton, senior minister, (812) 988-2889, 160 S. Van Buren St., Nashville.

Christian Science

Christian Science Society, Indiana 135, Nashville.

Church of Christ

Church of Christ Preacher Charles Wright, (812) 988-7694.

Pikes Peak, one mile east of Stonehead.

Church of God Neighborhood Church of God/Anderson, the Rev. Rodney Walker, (317) 878-5134, 7440 Sweetwater Trail.

Salted Nuts Roasted Daily Cashews • Pepitas • Pistachios Almonds • Sunflower Seeds • Filberts Pecans • Peanuts in Shell • Brazils

Delicious Candies

Cinnamon Roasted Almonds & Pecans Homemade Fudge • Sugar-Free Candies

MAIL ORDERS P.O. Box 284, Nashville, In 47448

988-7480

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Fine Line Rustics

- Metal Art 59 E. Main St. Unit C Nashville, Indiana 47448 Phone: 812-988-2441

St. David’s Episcopal Church Corner of Indiana 135 and 45 in Bean Blossom, the Rev. Don Jones, (812) 361-1283 or saintdavidsbeanblossom.org.

Inter-denominational

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (812) 988-8057, Indiana 135, Bean Blossom.

Mennonite

Bean Blossom Mennonite Church Pastor Gary Link, (812) 988-7359, Bean Blossom.

Methodist

Christiansburg United Methodist Church Pastor Teresa Terrell, (812) 988-1870 or (812) 824-4716, 7372 Christiansburg Road.

Mount Nebo United Methodist Church pastor Linda Margison, (812) 988-9305, 8624 Mount Nebo Road.

Nashville United Methodist Church Pastor Fred Haywood, (812) 988-4666, Jefferson Street, Nashville; www. nashvilleumc.org.

North Salem United Methodist Church Pastor Daryl Gressel, (812) 342-9201 or (812) 988-2786, 7718 E. Indiana 46.

Brown County Antique Mall

Nazarene

Parkview Church of the Nazarene Pastor David Hayes, (812) 988-7797, East Indiana 46, Nashville.

7,000 sq ft • 65 spaces • buy/sell

Nondenominational

Bear Creek Church Pastor Dave Coffey, Bear Creek Church Road off Bear Creek Road, 988-6176.

Brown County Community Church Pastor Ken Smith, (812) 988-7347, Main Street, Helmsburg.

Brown County Vineyard Church Pastor Darrell Stout, 4528 Old Indiana 46, Gnaw Bone, 988-0547.

Duncan Community Church and Christian Center Andra Smith, (812) 988-4677, Yellowwood Road.

Faith Full Gospel Pastor Jim Hoskins, (812) 597-5759, 6881 N. Indiana 135, Morgantown.

Goshen Community Church Pastor Barb Wood, 597-0018, Gatesville Road.

Grace Church, at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church Bean Blossom, (812) 988-1465, www.gracechurchbrowncounty.org.

Primitives • Furniture Shabby Chic • Jewelry Toys • Kitschy Vintage Clothes • Linens “Man”tiques

Art Gallery

Featuring early indiana artists

eclectic cabin ‘round back peeled log furniture porch rockers

812.988.1025

www.bcantique.com 3288 State Rd. 46 E.

(3 miles East of Nashville)

Pentecostal

Belmont Chapel Pastor Lloyd Cheek, (812) 834-5508, Belmont.

Greasy Creek Pentecostal Church Pastor Sim Brock, (812) 597-5975, Greasy Creek Road.

Way of Holiness Tabernacle, Independent Full Gospel Church, (812) 597-5451, 145 Hurdle Road, Morgantown.

Presbyterian

Brown County Presbyterian Fellowship The Rev. Scott Seay, (812) 988-9764, 602 N. Indiana 135, Nashville, www.bcpresby.com.

Salvation Army

The Salvation Army of Brown County Pastor Phil Barrett, 988-7019, 168 S. Jefferson St., Nashville.

Wesleyan

Gnaw Bone Wesleyan Church The Rev. Albert Denzel Hendershot, 5427 E. Indiana 46, Nashville.

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art colony of the midwest Anne Ryan Miller Glass Studio, 425

N. Johnson St., features handmade stained glass and metal overlay, lamps and sculpture.

Specializing in custom-designed stained glass for your home or office since 1976, Anne Ryan Miller Glass Studio is a member of Hoosier Artist Gallery, 45 S. Jefferson St., and is also represented at Ferrer Gallery, 61 W. Main St., on the second floor of the Village Green Building. Open most days from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call for directions; (812) 988-9766, www.AnneRyanMillerGlassStudio.com.

Arts Information Center, 10 N. Van

Buren St., in the Visitors Center, offers guests a comprehensive artist registry, community art calendar, featured artists exhibits, s and information. Learn about our art history and today’s artists and craftsmen who made Brown County “The Art Colony of the Midwest.”

Barb Brooke Davis, 61 W. Main St.,

in the Ferrer Gallery, designs and stitches decorative home accessories, including wall art, pillows, pin-keeps and seasonal felted pins using over-dyed vintage wool.

The method is textile assemblage or collage with multiple layers of wool, threads and embellishments creating the original designs. Open most days, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; (812) 360-0478, www.barbbrookedavis.com, jobardavis@yahoo.com.

Brown County Art Gallery, located

just three blocks east of the courthouse on Main Street, Brown County’s original art gallery established in 1926, offers works for

sale by Gallery Association members, plus consigned old Indiana art. The remodeled exhibition space now includes the Indiana Heritage Arts Gallery, featuring many of Indiana’s professional artists. Browse the museum and enjoy works by the early art colony masters. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.

Ample parking and free admission; (812) 988-4609, www.browncountyartgallery.org, brncagal@att.net.

Brown County Art Guild, 48 S. Van

Buren St., showcases fine art and the Marie Goth collection. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday; January and February, weekends only; closed Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas; (812) 988-6185; www. browncounty.org.

Brown County Craft Gallery,

a unique, cooperative gallery featuring the work of more than 30 local and area artisans, is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, except major holidays. 58 E. Main St., Nashville; (812) 988-7058, www.browncountycraftgallery.com.

Brown County Pottery, 58 W. Franklin St., in the historic Antique Alley complex, is the working studio of John and Beth Mills.

Their pottery is made right on the premises and only sold here.

The Clay Purl offers a beautiful

selection of fine yarns, needles, hooks, patterns, books and notions for the

1875 Homestead Bed & Breakfast

3766 E State Rd. 46 Nashville, Indiana 47448 (812) 988-0853 E-mail – homestead1875@aol.com Website – www.1875homestead.com

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needle artist. Also find a variety of pottery (including works by local potter Paul Hayes) locally made Driftshell Jewelry, Amish crafted birdhouses and baskets, photography and Danforth Pewter charms and buttons. 90 W. Franklin St., Franklin Square, (812) 988-0336, www.claypurl.com

Cathy Haggerty at Franklin Shoppes, 39 E. Franklin St., offers a

unique mix of antiques, jewelry, art and rare, hard-to-find items. Commissions for portraits, saw blades, landscapes and stilllife paintings are also accepted. Painting classes also offered; (812) 988-4091.

Chris Gustin — Homestead Weaving Studio, 6285 Hamilton Creek Road,

two miles south of Crouch’s Market near Hilltop Christian Camp, offers hand-woven, “recycled” rugs, shawls, throws, clothing and scarves by Indiana Artisan. Also find equipment and supplies for weaving, knitting and spinning. Commissions are accepted.

Visitors welcome, and “day weaving” classes are available. Homestead Weaving Studio is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. March through December most days and other times by appointment; www.homesteadweaver.com, (812) 988-8622, chris@homesteadweaver.com.

Studio & Gallery, 4013 Lanam Ridge

Road, a beautiful plein air and studio features oil paintings of the Brown County landscape. Award-winning paintings in collections throughout the United States and Europe are found in this studio and gallery at the northern edge of Yellowwood

Nashville’s unique cooperative gallery featuring fine arts and crafts by local and area artisans since 1978 58 East Main Street (next to the County Courthouse)

(812) 988-7058 Open Daily 10a.m. - 5p.m.

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Great State Forest, just five miles from town. Open daily by chance or by appointment; (812) 988-4497, www.CharleneMarsh.com or Char@CharleneMarsh.com.

Connie Simmonds of Smashing Designs, 61 W. Main St., on the second floor of the Village Green Building, on the right at the top of the stairs, creates one-of-a-kind mosaic art furniture and gifts and treasures from broken glass, china, pottery, gems, buttons, shells and other found objects. Group and individual classes are available. Commissions welcome. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day; (812) 344-5417.

Dick Ferrer, 61 W. Main St., on the second level of the Village

Green Building, showcases his award-winning impressionistic paintings of local scenes, plus his popular raven and crow series and tribal art in the Ferrer Gallery. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day; (812) 988-1994, www.ferrergallery.com, dferrer@att.net.

Dixie Ferrer, 61 W. Main St., on the second level of the Village

Green Building, has a fine art and teaching studio in the Ferrer Gallery. Dixie paints in oils and is well known for her mixed-media works; she applies a combination of varied techniques to create two- and three-dimensional creations. Dixie also teaches classes to children and adults. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day; (812) 9881994, www.ferrergallery.com, dferrer@att.net.

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Faerie Hollow Studio, Cheri and Dallas Platter’s studio, is

nestled between two hills just five minutes from town. Cheri specializes in precious metal clays of silver, bronze and copper by mixing these pieces with semi-precious stones into her own original jewelry designs. Dallas works with flame and glass to create lamp-work beads. Cheri, a certified teacher in PMC/Silver Art Clay, teaches classes year-round. Studio hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday through Saturday, 1650 Salt Creek Road, 2.5 miles from east Indiana 46; (812) 988-8378, www.cheriplatter.com.

Ferrer Gallery, on the second level of the Historic Village Green building. A fine art and craft gallery representing original works of local, regional and national artists. Inside you can shop our large gallery, visit a working studio and sign up for some classes. Open everyday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 61 W. Main, Nashville, 812-9881994; www.ferrergallery.com; ddferrer@att.net.

Hoosier Artist Gallery, a cooperative of 25 Indiana artists, showcases a variety of mediums. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. The gallery is also open the second Saturday evening of the month for the Nashville Art Walk. 45 S. Jefferson St., Nashville; (812) 988-6888, www.

HoosierArtist.net.

June Bryan Studio, 36 Artist Drive, is home to Brown County

artist June Bryan. A longtime member of the Brown County Art Gallery, Bryan paints traditional Brown County landscapes and local scenes in oil. Visitors are welcome by appointment. Studio is located one block north of the Brown County Art Gallery; (812) 988-4262.

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Mary Jo Limp Gallery, 1436 W.

Indiana 46, is the working studio of artist Mary Jo Limp, who creates plein air landscapes, town scenes and still lifes. She works in oil, watercolor, acrylic and pen and ink. Commissions are accepted, and visitors are welcome. Open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment; (812) 988-1948, maryjolimp@ sbcglobal.net.

Oak Grove Pottery – studio and gallery,

942 Oak Grove Rd., Nashville. Only 3.3 miles west of the downtown stop light.

Functional terra cotta stoneware, decorative and sawdust fired pottery. Open Wednesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. or for an appoinment contact Judy and Tom Prichard, (812) 344-4186; tjprichard@oakgrovepottery. com; www.oakgrovepottery.com.

The Peaceful Valley Arts & Crafts Shop. Many Indiana arts and crafts

including soaps and lotions, candles, artwork, afghans and scarves, jams and jellies. Woodstock chimes, Vermont origami, Colorado hand-blown glass ornaments. 75 S. Jefferson St., Antique Alley Shoppes, www.

PeacefulValleyArtsCrafts.com.

Sally Baldwin has been keeping America’s weaving tradition alive in Brown County since 1984. Her love for weaving is evident in her studio and retail space; she specializes in rag rugs and clothing using natural, organic and chenille yarns.

Children are welcome in the studio.

Classes in spinning, weaving and basketmaking are available; (812) 988-0340, browncountyweavery@live.com.

Spears Gallery, 5110 S. Indiana 135,

is the working studio of Larry Spears.

Find displays of decorative and functional pottery and the fine art photography of Kyle Spears. Located just 10 miles from downtown Nashville. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily; (812) 988-1287, www.spearspottery.com, spearspottery@sprynet.com.

Susan Threehawks of Smashing Designs, 61 W. Main St., on the second

floor of the Village Green Building, creates one-of-a-kind mosaic art furniture, gifts and treasures from broken glass, china, pottery, gems, buttons, shells and other found objects. Group and individual classes available. Commissions welcome. Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day; (812) 344-5417.

T. C. Steele State Historic Site, 4220 T.C. Steele Road off west Indiana 46 in Brown County, is open from early spring to late fall. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday.

Closed Mondays and most holidays. Open July 4 and Labor Day; (812) 988-2785.

Through the Looking Glass, in

historical Antique Alley, offers etched artwork in glass, custom redwood signs

Fountains Camille Beckman Hand Care Fountains Burt’s Bees Skincare Burt’s Bees Skincare Fireman& &Military Police Gifts Fireman Gifts Jewelry& Scarves Jewelry Candles Jar and Votive Candles Garden GardenAccents Accents Candlelights and Bulbs Candlelights Bulbs Unique Home and Accessories Unique Accessories Gifts forHome the Hunter Holiday & Decor Gifts forGifts the Hunter Located in Possum Trot Square

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on order and custom stone engraving. See craftsmen Mary Ann Whitaker and Tommy Thompson at work; (812) 988-1724.

Waldron Gallery of Brown County,

now located in the Main Street Shoppes complex on Old School Way, was coined “a prize find” in the Chicago Tribune. The unique gallery/studio features original paintings by Wayne Waldron and fine art photography by Peggy Waldron, both nationally recognized artists who maintain an impressive awardwinning presence in the art world. The gallery is distinguished by Morgan & Chase’s book, “Treasures of Indiana,” as “a true Indiana treasure, inspiring a sense of awe at the sheer beauty of creation.” See atmospheric woodland oil landscapes, fine art photography, watercolors, miniature paintings and the Songbirds of Brown County Collection. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily; (812) 988-1844, www.waldrongallery.com.

Handmade wooden carvings from Wooden Wonders and Firefly Dreams include

Indians, bears, eagles, furnishings, small statues, totem poles and much more.

Unique, one-of-a-kind handmade items that you won’t find anywhere else. Wood carver Chris Trotter can be found most days in his shop carving. What starts out as just a log turns into a special work of art. Custom orders welcome. Located in the heart of Nashville in Antique Alley, 63 S. Jefferson St., (812) 988-6571, (317) 384-4091

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Antiques & Collectibles

Brown County Antique Mall offers

primitives, furniture, shabby chic, jewelry, toys, kitsch, vintage clothes, linens, lures, knives and artifacts. 3288 E. Indiana 46, three miles east of Nashville; (812) 9881025, www.bcantique.com.

Find many of your favorite collectibles at Carol’s Crafts Fine Gifts and Collectibles in the Artist Colony Shops.

Choose from Glass Baron Hand Blown Glass, Gooseberry Patch Cook Books, Jim Shore Originals, Lori Mitchell Folk Art, Lilliput Lane Cottages, Painted Ponies, Horse of a Different Color, Pipka Santas, Lang Graphics Calendars and Cards, Lenox Classics and more. Locally handcrafted items included painted ornaments by Jessi Vandenberg and pottery by Fox Run of Brown County; (812) 988-6288, (800) 345-6388, www. carolscrafts.com

Cathy’s Corner, 39 E. Franklin St., is a unique mix of antiques, jewelry, art and rare, hard-to-find items. Painting classes are available by appointment; (812) 988-4091.

Coin Shop, 145 N. Van Buren St., can

locate hard-to-find coins and currency; (812) 988-0587, nvillecoins@aol.com.

Flower & Herb Barn & Nursery, 5171 Bean Blossom Road, offers unusual plants, herbs, perennials, vines, flowering shrubs and trees, soils, mulches, garden art, antiques and birdhouses. Flower & Herb Barn & Nursery offers complete landscape design and installation services. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily from spring until frost; (812) 988-7232.

Harold Hancock’s Antiques and Collectibles , original artworks by

in time and enjoy a soda from the old wringer washer while you browse through the old country store. Large selection of fresh baked goods. Open year-round; (812) 988-6362.

The Holly Shop, where every day is Christmas, features Dept. 56, Byers Choice Carolers and more than 10,000 ornaments.

Located at the corner of Van Buren and Mound streets; (812) 988-4453.

The Vintage Rose features fabulous

Harold Hancock, antiques, hand made quilts, vintage clothing, tea pots and a numerous amount of collectibles. Come check us out at Chapel Church on 135 North in Nashville. Open Weekends.

romantic, shabby chic, Victorian or country French treasures for decorating your home, accessorizing your wardrobe or serving tea. The Vintage Rose also carries unique one-of-a-kind “salvaged treasures,” including hand-painted or distressed furniture, chandeliers, shelves and garden décor. Open year-round, The Vintage Rose is located at 36 E. Franklin St. in the back of Franklin Square and across from Cornerstone Inn; (812) 988-7283.

Michael’s Flowers & Antiques , 31

N. Jefferson St., carries flowers, fresh arrangements, garden items, stained glass, braided rugs, unusual lighting, candles, quilts, garden furniture, birdhouses, antiques, wind chimes and more. Open year-round from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day; (812) 988-7758.

Touch of Silver, Gold & Old , 87

Nashville General Store, Bakery and Antiques , 118 E. Washington St.,

is a must-see while in Nashville. Step back

E. Main St., Albert Drake Jr. creates contemporary jewelry and buys and sells estate, antique silver and gold jewelry; (812) 988-6990.

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Babies, Toddlers & More is

Lilliput Lane Cottages, Painted Ponies, Horse of a Different Color, Pipka Santas, Lang Graphics Calendars and Cards, Lenox Classics and more. Locally handcrafted items included painted ornaments by Jessi Vandenberg and pottery by Fox Run of Brown County; (812) 988-6288, (800) 3456388, www.carolscrafts.com

Nashville’s only baby and toddler shop.

Owner Liz Grubbs and her mother handcrochet and embroider many unique items. Check out the personalized children’s CDs and DVDs. Located at 125 S. Van Buren St. in the Artists Colony Shops. (812) 988-2300, www.babiestoddlersandmore.net.

Brown County Pottery, in historical

Antique Alley, makes pottery right in the shop. John and Beth Mills invite you to stop by and watch them work.

Brown County Weavery/Roots, in historical Antique Alley, has been keeping America’s weaving tradition alive in Brown County since 1984. Owner Sally Baldwin’s love for weaving and other cultures is evident in her studio and retail space. She specializes in rag rugs and clothing using natural, organic and chenille yarns. Children welcome in studio space. Classes in spinning, weaving and basket making are available. Find Brown County Weavery/Roots on Facebook. (812) 988-0340, browncountyweavery@live.com.

Find many of your favorite collectibles at Carol’s Crafts Fine Gifts and Collectibles in the Artist Colony Shops.

Choose from Glass Baron Hand Blown Glass, Gooseberry Patch Cook Books, Jim Shore Originals, Lori Mitchell Folk Art,

Cathy’s Corner, 39 E. Franklin St., offers a unique mix of antiques, jewelry, art and those rare hard-to-find items. Take a look at the wide variety of items and paintings. Painting classes available by appointment. (812) 988-4091.

For Bare Feet and For Bare Feet Too offer socks made at the company’s Brown County factory. Visit both shops at Antique Alley Complex and on Main Street across from Hobnob Corner. www.fbforiginals.com.

of Nashville’s premier home furnishing stores. Find fine home furnishings, mission-style furniture, cherry furniture, pottery, glass and copper, many created

by Indiana artisans. (812) 988-7270.

The Crow’s Nest, S. Van Buren St. in Possum Trot Square, carries Burt’s Bees skin care, gifts for the hunter, fireman and police, garden accents, fountains, holiday

Opals - Gemstones Engagement Rings Austrian Crystal

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Johanna Lee Bathology, transform your home into a spa! All natural cold press and glycerin soaps, luxury bath salts, bath bombs, candles, lotion bars,

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goods, features the work of several Brown County craftsmen. Find handbags, belts, hats, accessories, shoes, slippers, moccasins and more, as well as leather tools, dyes and supplies. 92 W. Franklin, Antique Alley, (812) 988-4513, www.kbellum. com.

150 S. Van Buren St., showcases the fine jewelry creations of owner/ designer/jeweler Doug Stoffer, who has been working with diamonds, opals, gemstones and Austrian lead crystal for over 30 years. (812) 988-4037.

Fine Diamonds

Designer/Jeweler

K. Bellum Leather, fine leather

With a number of alpacas and Shetland sheep, Sheepstreet Fibers, located 2.5 miles west of Morgantown on Indiana 252, just a short drive from Nashville, has its own source of wool to spin into yarn.

Find a selection of spinners and yarns, fleeces, books, spinning wheels and looms.

(812) 597-KNIT, www.sheepstreet.com.

Grasshopper Flats Jewelers,

Grasshopper Flats Jewelers Est. 1972

Doug Stoffer

sugar scrubs, gift baskets and more. All handmade in our shop. New location at 58 W. Main St., just a few doors down from the Visitors Center. (812) 988-6898, johannaleesoaps@yahoo.com.

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items, military gifts, scarves, jewelry, candle-lights and bulbs and unique home accessories. (812) 988-1075.

The Totem Post, 78 S. Van Buren St., was opened in 1952 by Bill and Marielle Jockey. At the time, they did custom leatherwork and carried handmade American Indian jewelry and foreign crafts. Today, their merchandise has expanded, but the atmosphere is much the same. Many people bring their grandchildren to visit the shop they remember from childhood. Open daily, except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. (812) 988-2511, www. thetotempost.com.

The Trilogy Gallery, 120 E. Main

St., carries metal artwork, pottery, stained glass, mission-style furniture and cherry furniture. Many created by Indiana artisans. (812) 988-4030.

The Vintage Rose, 36 E. Franklin St., offers fabulous treasures for decorating your home, accessorizing your wardrobe or serving tea — whether your style is cottage, romantic, shabby chic, Victorian, Paris chic or country French.

The Vintage Rose also carries unique one-of-a-kind “salvaged treasures,” items that needed a little TLC and were given a new birth. These diamonds in the rough include hand-painted or distressed furniture, chandeliers, shelves and garden décor. Open year-round.

(812) 988-7283.

Through the Looking Glass,

in historical Antique Alley, offers etched artwork in glass, custom redwood signs on order and custom stone engraving. See craftsmen Mary Ann Whitaker and Tommy Thompson at work. (812) 988-1724.

Albert Drake Jr. creates contemporary jewelry and buys and sells estate, antique silver and gold jewelry at Touch of Silver, Gold & Old. 87 E. Main St.; (812) 988-6990.

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[Cold Cases] what to do and wh ere to go We’ ve solved the mystery on . en it’s beyo nd chi lly out side in Brown Cou nty—e ven wh

Just because it’s nearly freezing (or, more than likely, below freezing) outside doesn’t mean you need to hibernate in your home. Convinced there is still plenty to enjoy around Brown County during the cold weather months, we asked Jamie Newton, the communications director of the Brown County Convention and Visitors Bureau, to help us compile a list. “Many people assume that the county just shuts down during the winter time, and that’s not the case at all,” Newton says. “Shops are still open, restaurants still have delicious food (including chili, my favorite fall/ winter food), live music still goes on, and there’s a lot to get into in the snow!” Here, with a little help from our friend, 10 things to include in your winter-weather schedule.

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Nov. 11 kicks off Brown County’s “Holiday Passport” program in which participants can complete a “passport” to become eligible to win gift certificates and a grand prize that includes $500 and a getaway stay in Brown County. For more information go to www.browncounty.com.

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Take a zip line adventure (yes, even in the snow). Brown County is not only beautiful in the fall, but in the winter, too. eXplore Brown County at Valley Ranch Retreat (www.explorebrowncounty.com) and Rawhide Ranch (www.rawhideranchusa. com) both offer packages to get you sightseeing from 20 to 70 feet off the ground. Zippy!

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Beat cabin fever by heading out for the 10th annual Brown County Winter Hike on Jan. 14 at the Brown County State Park. Participants can have breakfast at the Little Gem Restaurant in the Abe Martin Lodge before taking off on one of two self-guided trails through some of Brown County’s most picturesque scenery. After the hike, a lunch buffet will be served in the lodge’s dining room. For more information, visit www. browncounty.com/winter-hike.

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Grab a cozy cabin or hot tub suite for you and your honey—in town or out in the woods. Click on www.browncountylogcabins.com or www.rusticel gancelodge.com for information on several options.

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Who said bikini season can’t be year-round? Take the family to Abe Martin Lodge’s aquatic center in Brown County State Park.

The 12,000-square-foot indoor center features a beach-entry pool, water slide, water channel, fountains, water volleyball and basketball and a whirlpool with a waterfall. For more information, call (877) 563-4371.

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The holiday season can be stressful.

Learn to relax at a yoga class with River Light Yoga. For a schedule of classes, go to www.riverlightyoga.com.

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Treat yourself to some pampering at Ethereal Day Spa and Salon, where you can choose from a long list of services that includes manicures, pedicures, facials, massages and more. Visit www.etherealdayspa.com for details.

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Alpaca Farm at Whispering Pines

eXplore Brown County at Valley Ranch Retreat

Enjoy a monthly wine dinner at the fabled Story Inn. The bed-and-breakfast offers a quaint restaurant, a 1916 general store and locally grown offerings plated by talented chefs. Visit www.storyinn.com for details.

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Sugary treats can make any cold day seem so much sweeter. Enjoy homemade fudge and caramel corn at any one of Brown County’s sweet shops. For a list of Nashville’s offerings, head to www.browncounty.com.

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Rawhide Ranch

Go wild at the Alpaca Farm at Whispering Pines where you can find more than just the adorable animals. Take home an assortment of specialty gifts made from alpaca fiber, like socks, gloves and hats. For more information, visit www.whisperingpinesalpacas-indiana.com.

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Local Services Brown County Almanack Visitors Guide, the premier visitors

guide since 1973, features sightseeing, unique shopping, dining establishments, entertainment venues, outdoor recreation and more. Published quarterly by the Brown County Democrat, Brown County’s only newspaper. Visit us online at www. bcdemocrat.com. 147 E. Main St., P.O. Box 277, Nashville, (812) 988-2221, ads@bcdemocrat.com.

Brown County Visitors Center, located in the center of downtown Nashville, at the corner of Van Buren and Main streets. Stop by for all the information you need on Brown County and ask about the Valued Visitors program.

Purchase tickets to many local events at the center. Open seven days a week. (812) 9887303 or (800) 313-4686, info@browncounty. com or www.browncounty.com.

Cobblestone Log Homes’ team of

experts will partner with you whether you want to order materials and do it yourself, or whether you want to be handed the keys to a completed home. (812) 829-1186, www. cobblestoneloghomes.com.

Ethereal Village Salon & Spa

offers complete hair services, pedicures, nail treatments, waxing, organic facials, facial treatments, body scrubs and wraps.

Additional services include tanning, healing hydra therapy soaks and the welcoming detoxifying sauna. Open daily 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. 211 S. Van Buren St. (812) 720-9009 or (317) 828-2065, www.etherealvillage.com.

Hills O’Brown Vacation Rentals

is a full-service vacation rental company specializing in vacation accommodations with a wide variety of log cabins, vacation homes, guesthouses and downtown

units in Brown, Monroe and Bartholomew counties. 4118 E. Indiana 46, near Gnaw Bone. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday to Saturday. (812) 988-6429, www.browncountylogcabins.com.

Hills O’Brown Realty Inc. Property sales and management, a full-service real estate company specializing in residential, vacant land, lots and commercial property in Brown County. (812) 988-2227 (ext. 228 for rentals), www.browncountyhomes.com.

McDonald’s Shopworth, the oldest

family-owned business in Brown County, began in 1891, when Kess McDonald purchased a small building at the intersection of Indiana 135 and 45 in Bean Blossom. The longtime grocery market has since been passed down through five generations. 5028 N. Indiana 135 in Bean Blossom, (812) 988-4629.

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Mike Nickels Log Homes, 3497 N. Clay Lick Road, has been building fine log homes for over 40 years. (812) 988-2689.

MonWood Photography, by Toby

Blackwood and Sara Monnett, provides wedding documentation, onsite portraiture and art in Brown County and surrounding areas. Portrait services include; mothersto-be, beautiful babies, senior photos, family reunions and engagements.

Planning a wedding in southern or central Indiana? Get excellent photography and great service at affordable rates. View commercial and artwork galleries at www. monwoodphotography.com. (812) 508-9898, info@monwoodphotography.com.

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family’s precious milestones. Live, Laugh, Love will capture all those wonderful memories.

With years of experience and a desire to offer clients quality and professional services, Live, Laugh, Love can capture the true you.

On-location services from weddings and engagements, births and pregnancy, children and families, senior sessions and portraits, special events and parties to corporate functions and product photography. Each client has different needs—that’s why Live, Laugh, Love is more than willing to serve your unique requests. If you are searching for something that is not on the services list, just ask! Covering Brown County and surrounding areas. (812) 552-1476; smile@time2LLL.com, www.time2LLL.com.

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Entertainment

Abe Martin Lodge, in Brown County

State Park, has a 12,000-square-foot water park, available to hotel guests only.

(812) 988-4418.

Bill Monroe Memorial Music Park & Campground, 5163 N. Indiana 135,

is home to the oldest, continuous running bluegrass festival in the world. Visit the Bluegrass Hall of Fame & Country Star Museum and, on weekends, shop at the Bean Blossom Flea Market.

Brown County State Park , Indiana’s

largest state park, offers camping, hiking trails, mountain bike trails, horse trails, a saddle barn and nature center, picnicking, swimming pool, fishing, tennis and playgrounds. Open year-round. (812) 9886406, www.IN.gov/dnr/parklake.

Brown County Winery has been

making award-winning wines for 21 years.

Tasting room is located at corner of Main Street and Old School Way. Don’t forget to stop by the winery and tasting room in downtown Gnaw Bone, 4520 E. Indiana 46. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, year-round. (812) 988-6144 or (888) 2982984, www.browncountywinery.com.

The Palace Theatre, 277 S. Van

Buren St., offers new shows March to December. (812) 988-2101 or (800) 3048588, www.palacetheatreobc.com.

Chateau Thomas Wine Bar provides award-winning vinifera wines, and wellknown musicians, local and otherwise, perform all styles of music from 7 to 10 p.m. every Friday and Saturday night.

You’ll find gourmet foods, cheese plates and gift items, as well as a friendly, knowledgeable staff. Step upstairs to the loft and enjoy your wine amid the Native American art in the John Elmore Gallery or, weather permitting, grab a spot on the covered patio near the fireplace. Group

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tastings can be arranged in advance. 225 S. Van Buren St., (Coachlight Square). (812) 988-8500 or toll free at (888)761-9463, www.chateauthomas.com/ locations/nashville.

Copperhead Mining Co., 79 N. Van Buren St., in the Iris Garden Complex.

Enjoy panning for gems, fossils and arrowheads. Bags range from $6 to $11.

Kidscommons, a children’s museum

in downtown Columbus, offers families with toddlers to early teens a vibrant, safe setting where they can explore three floors of hands-on learning and fun.

Spend time in the Childhood Garden, scamper up the 17-foot-tall climbing wall or hang out in the bubble room, where you can stand inside a body bubble. Don’t miss museum favorites ExploraHouse, home of the world-famous giant toilet, and Kids on the Move, a healthy lifestyles exhibit. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Open Monday, mid-June through mid-August.

309 Washington St., Columbus, (812) 378-3046, www.kidscommons.org.

Melchior Marionette Theatre,

west side of South Van Buren Street.

For information on seasonal shows, call (800) 849-4853 or visit www. melchiormarionettes.com.

Mike’s Music & Dance Barn, 2277 W. Indiana 46, offers country music and dancing. Beer, wine and food available.

No smoking. Friday and Saturday shows: 7 to 11 p.m. (812) 988-8636, www.thedancebarn.com.

Pioneer Village Museum, east of courthouse. Step back into the 19th century. Open weekends and holidays, 1 to 5 p.m. May to October. (812) 988-6089.

Rawhide Ranch, 1292 S. Indiana 135,

offers 45-minute guided horseback rides daily on 56 acres of wooded trails bordering

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Brown County State Park, plus team building, zip lining and low ropes facilitated

by Team Effect. (812) 988-0085 or (888) 94-RANCH, www.rawhideranchusa.com.

Red Barn Jamboree and RV Camp, 71 Parkview Road, hosts a

smorgasbord of entertainment. (812) 9882429, www.redbarn-jamboree-rv-park.com.

Salt Creek Golf Retreat, 2359

E. Indiana 46, offers an 18-hole championship golf course, two golf pros who are available for private and group instruction. Enjoy other amenities such as The Brown County Steak & Seafood Co., The Overlook Lodge, 19th Hole Sports Bar & Grille and a fully stocked pro shop. (812) 988-7888, www. saltcreekgolf.com.

Schooner Valley Stables, 2282 W. Indiana 46, offers guided trail rides. (812) 988-2859, www.schoonervalleystables. homestead.com.

WonderLab Museum of Science, Health and Technology in Bloomington is rated one of the nation’s top 25 hands-on science centers. WonderLab puts visitors in touch with the wonder and excitement of science through popular experiences like the two-story grapevine maze, the kinetic contraption, the Bubble-Airium and close encounters with live animals. A special area provides science adventures for very young children. WonderLab is on the B-Line Trail in the downtown arts district, 308 W. Fourth St., Bloomington.

Open: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. (812) 337-1337, www.wonderlab.org.

Yellowwood State Forest, 772 Yellowwood Lake Road, has a 133-acre lake, primitive campgrounds, row boat rental, hiking, hunting, fishing and bridle trails. (812) 988-7945, www.in.gov/dnr/forestry.

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Lodging

1875 Homestead Bed & Breakfast, 3766 E. Indiana 46, is a charming country Victorian home built in the late 1800s. It invites you to step back in time and relax from the hustle-bustle and crowds of the village. Enjoy a scrumptious home-cooked country breakfast with richly brewed coffee or select teas. Complimentary soft drinks and homemade cookies are available each afternoon and evening; (812) 988-0853, homestead1875@aol.com.

Abe Martin Lodge & Cabins, Brown

County State Park, offers 160 rooms/cabins, 12,000-square-foot indoor aquatic center, a full-service restaurant, game room, cable, hiking trails and beautiful vistas. The lodge was built in 1932 of hand-hewn native stone and oak timbers cut in the park. The main lodge has two spacious and comfortable lobbies with two fireplaces; (812) 988-4418, abemartinlodge@dnr.state.in.us.

Allison House, 90 S. Jefferson St., has

five guest rooms each with a private bath, and the manager serves a full hot breakfast each morning. The Allison House is within easy walking distance of all downtown attractions and offers free parking for guests; (812) 988-0814, www.allisonhouseinn. net, timobryan@allisonhouseinn.net.

Artists Colony Inn, corner of Franklin

and Van Buren streets, offers 23 overnight

rooms with three executive whirlpool suites. The quaint 19th-century-style inn features a full-service restaurant and spacious banquet and conference facility for meetings, receptions and reunions.

Carriage rides are offered from the inn; (812) 988-0600, (800) 737-0255, www. artistscolonyinn.com.

The Brick Lodge is just a mile north

of Nashville on Indiana 135. Enjoy two bedrooms with two baths, a game room with a pool table, cable TV, gas fireplace, outdoor hot tub, gas grill and a fully equipped kitchen. Accommodates eight people; (812) 988-8400, (800) 848-6274, www. bricklodge.com.

Brown County Inn, 51 E. Indiana

46, invites you to relax and feel a touch of Indiana’s past. The rustic inn offers 99 guest rooms and two suites, complete with queen- or king-size beds to make your stay a comfortable one. Every guest room has a walk-out covered porch or covered balcony, coffee maker, hair dryer, 25-inch TV with game ports, rockers and phone with data port. Enjoy the large covered pool yearround. Playground, miniature golf and tennis courts are also available; (812) 988-2291, (877) 772-5249, www.browncountyinn.com.

Camp Palawopec Lodge & Retreat Area, 3497 Clay Lick Road, offers a

Rubber Stamping Classes! Scrapbooking Paper Crafting!

We seek out the obscure and eccentric vendors and blend them with many of your favorite, well-know products.

The results are always fun and amazing!

Wishful Thinking Main Street Shoppes

Old School Way & Main Free Nashville, IN 47448 Demos!

Phone: 812-988-7009 www.wishfulthinking-in.com

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lodge that sleeps 30 guests and outdoor cabins that can accommodate 70 guests.

Enjoy 300 acres of woods, trails, four-acre lake, canoes, kayaks, beach, campfire areas, basketball court, ultimate frisbee, soccer field, horseshoes, volleyball area, mountain bike trails, indoor meeting and dining area. Kitchen facilities are available. Open year-round; (812) 9882689, www.camppalawopec.com.

Comfort Inn is located a quarter mile from downtown Nashville at 75 W. Chestnut St. A Platinum Award Winner, the hotel has newly renovated spacious rooms, complimentary breakfast, a fitness room, high-speed Internet, cable TV and an indoor pool. Enjoy discount tickets to The Palace Theatre, plus AAA discounts and special package rates; (812) 988-6118, www. choicehotels.com.

Cornerstone Inn & Suites, downtown Nashville at 54 E. Franklin St., offers a private dining area and individually appointed guest rooms. Top off your getaway with a complimentary breakfast buffet. Thirty-seven guest rooms, balconies, whirlpool tubs, fireplaces and meeting facilities; www.CornerstoneInn.com.

Cozy Bear Log Cabin, west Indiana

46, can accommodate six guests with three bedrooms (queen beds). The upper

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level of this cabin has two bedrooms, a full bath (whirlpool tub) and a pool table. The living room has a gas log fireplace. The television has a full satellite package and VCR/DVD player. Screened porch offers a relaxing hot tub; (812) 829-1186, www. cobblestoneloghomes.com.

Hidden Valley Inn, 201 N. Van Buren

Green Valley Lodge, 692 W. Indiana

is a full-service vacation rental company specializing in vacation accommodations with a wide variety of log cabins, vacation homes, guesthouses and downtown units in Brown, Monroe and Bartholomew counties. 4118 E. Indiana 46, near Gnaw Bone. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday through Saturday; (812) 988-6429, www.browncountylogcabins.com.

46, is a wonderful place to stay. Enjoy individually appointed rooms and grounds in a safe, quiet setting. The lodge offers kingsize beds in the Royal Spa Hot Tub Suites and two double beds or one queen in the cozy overnight rooms. Ask about weeknight discounts. Wireless Internet available; (812) 988-0231, www.greenvalleylodge.com.

Hilltop Cabin & Luxury Suites has a fireplace, whirlpool tub, pool table, big screen TV, full kitchen and a breathtaking view. Options range from a one-bedroom cabin with fireplace to suites with full kitchens, (seasonal) gas log fireplaces, whirlpool tubs, pool table, big screen TV and private decks. Every suite and cabin boasts a VCR and DVD player, as well as VHS movies for your enjoyment. Charcoal grills, a picnic table and fire pit are available for use by all guests. Only 3.5 miles from downtown Nashville; (812) 988-0984, www. browncountycabins.com.

St., is a charming hotel just a short walk to shops, restaurants, theaters, galleries and activities. Each suite features a kitchen, dining area and living room; (812) 988-9000, (877) 988-9099.

Hills O’Brown Vacation Rentals

Hotel Nashville, 245 N. Jefferson St.,

offers 45 rooms with an indoor pool, sauna, Continues next page

Hotel Nashville • Suites, Studios, Hot Tubs • Restaurant & Bar • Indoor Pool, Sauna, Whirlpool • Conference Facilities • Weddings & Receptions • Special Getaway Packages 245 N. Jefferson Street 988-8400 • (800) 848-6274 www.hotelnashville.com

North House

Brick Lodge

• Accommodates 8 guests • 2 bedrooms & 2 baths • Game Room w/pool table • Cable TV-DVD Player • Fully Equipped Kitchen • Central Heat & Air • Gas Fireplace • Outdoor Hot Tub • Gas Grill 1878 N. State Road 135 988-8400 • (800) 848-6274 www.bricklodge.com

• Accommodates 8 guests • 3 Bedrooms & 2 1/2 Baths • Cable TV-DVD Player • Fully Equipped Kitchen • Central Heat & Air • Electric Fireplace • Secluded Hot Tub • Gas Grill 194 N. Van Buren Street 988-8400 • (800) 848-6274 www.northhousegetaway.com

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whirlpool spa, restaurant and lounge. The hotel features one- and two-bed rooms with a kitchen, dining room, living room, two full baths, balcony and cable TV. Ask about the whirlpool suites, hot tub rooms and studios. Wedding and banquet facilities available; (812) 988-8400, www. hotelnashville.com.

Rawhide Ranch, south Indiana 135, is bordered on two sides by Brown County State Park. Come enjoy Old West lodging at its finest with nightly campfires and hayrides. Horseback riding available; (812) 988-0085, www.rawhideranchusa.com.

Red Bud Inn, west Indiana 46, offers newly decorated rooms with hardwood floors, fresh line-dried linens and charming country décor; (812) 988-1661.

Rustic Elegance, west Indiana 46,

features a newly constructed four-bedroom log home on four acres with a panoramic view to the south and beautiful wooded views in every other direction. Decks and/ or porches surround the cabin. Comes with a fully equipped kitchen, a master bedroom with a king bed and master bath with a Jacuzzi tub large enough for two. Cabin has a half bath for guests, a sunroom overlooking the woods and two bedrooms with king beds upstairs. Each

bedroom has its own bathroom. Downstairs boasts a family room with a pool table and another full bath; (812) 829-1186, www. cobblestoneloghomes.com.

Salt Creek Golf Retreat, 2359 E.

Indiana 46, offers 32 two-bedroom fully furnished condos for overnight lodging.

Each unit has one king- and one full-size bedroom with private baths, family room with fireplace, stocked kitchen and balcony or private deck. Enjoy the outdoor pool, hot tub, restaurant, snack restaurant, 18-

hole championship golf course, pro shop and banquet facility; (812) 988-7888, www. saltcreekgolf.com.

The Antique Cabin, The Garden Cabin, The Kelly Reed Cabin and The Pines Cabin, Clay Lick Road, are individual fully furnished log cabins that sleep two to eight guests each. Complete kitchens, vintage claw-foot tubs, and antique décor on the inside; secluded, woodsy settings outside.

Some cabins feature fireplaces, lofts or decks. Access to four-acre lake, hiking trails,

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Where Brown County Hospitality

Just Comes Naturally canoes and kayaks. Ten minutes to Nashville; (812) 988-2689, www.browncountylodging.com.

The North House, 194 N. Van Buren St., offers three

bedrooms featuring two king-sized beds, one queen-sized bed and a queen sleeper sofa, as well as private parking, a privacy fence around the rear deck (grill provided) and hot tub; (812) 9888400, www.northhousegetaway.com.

The Seasons Lodge and Conference Center, 560 E.

Indiana 46, is perched on top of one of Brown County’s softly rolling hills. Enjoy this full-service hotel with dining room, lounge and enclosed pool; (812) 988-2284, (800) 365-7327, www. seasonslodge.com.

Near Brown County

Hampton Inn, 12161 N. U.S. 31, Edinburgh, located next to

Edinburgh Premium Outlets, offers complimentary hot and cold breakfast, manager’s reception, high-speed Internet, business center, fitness room, guest laundry, cable TV and indoor pool; (812) 526-5100, www.hamptoninn.com.

New rooms with balcony view, restaurant, lounge and enclosed pool. Conference facilities for groups to 600 persons.

800-265-7327

www.seasonslodge.com

Nashville’s extrordinary eating and beverage experience.

812-988-6166

Hampton Inn, 247 N. Sandy Creek Drive, Seymour, is

conveniently located near Shoppes at Seymour and a variety of eateries. A Lighthouse Award winner, the Hampton Inn offers suites with whirlpool and kitchenettes, complimentary hot and cold breakfast, manager’s reception, high-speed Internet, business center, guest laundry, cable TV and indoor pool; (812) 523-2409; www.hamptoninn.com.

Hilton Garden Inn, adjacent to Edinburgh Premium Outlets, offers 125 guest rooms, 2,700 square feet of meeting space, an indoor pool with whirlpool and complimentary high-speed Internet. The Great American Grill & Lounge serves breakfast and dinner daily; (812) 526-8600, www. hiltongardeninn.com Holiday Inn Express, 111711 U.S. 31, Edinburgh, adjacent

to Edinburgh Premium Outlets, offers newly renovated, spacious rooms and suites with whirlpools and kitchenettes.

Complimentary hot and cold breakfast, manager’s reception, high-speed Internet, business center, fitness room, guest laundry, cable TV and indoor pool; (812) 526-9899, www.holidayinn.com.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites, 249 N. Sandy Creek

Drive, Seymour, offers a variety of suites with whirlpool and fireplace or kitchenettes. All rooms have cable TV, microwaves and refrigerators. Complimentary hot and cold breakfast, manager’s reception, high-speed Internet, business center, fitness center, indoor pool and whirlpool spa; (812) 522-1200, www.holidayinn.com.

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www.browncountyinn.com 800-772-5249

Rustic in appearance, superior in accommodations, this inn is nestled at the foot of the rugged hills of Brown County. Featuring comfortable rooms, adjacent restaurant and bar, and indoor pool.

Meeting accommodations up to 275 persons.

A Brown County landmark renowned for savory home cooking, antique collectibles and gadgets, and old-fashioned hospitality.

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Conferences, Retreats & Reunions

Abe Martin Lodge, Brown County

State Park, offers meeting rooms, conference facilities and private dining areas for your next conference, meeting, wedding or retreat. Seating capacity ranges from 10 to 400. The banquet department caters private meals, snacks and breaks and can also prepare a barbecue or meal function at one of the park shelter houses for groups of 50 or more. For smaller picnic groups, it can prepare box lunches. (812) 988-4418, www. in.gov/dnr/parklake/inna/abe/index.html.

Artists Colony Inn, corner of

Franklin and Van Buren streets, is a romantic, 19th-century-style inn offering an elegant banquet room for bridal showers, rehearsal dinners or wedding receptions with 20 charming guest rooms and three executive whirlpool suites.

Special menu selections served plated or buffet-style. Also offers meeting space for up to 80 people. Specializing in small meetings with two meeting rooms that accommodate 10 to 50 people. Complete audiovisual equipment and high-speed Internet access. (812) 988-0600, www.artistscolonyinn.com.

Brown County Inn, 51 E. State

Road 46, offers meeting facilities that capture all the charm and atmosphere of days gone by, surrounded with serenity, graciousness and spectacular natural beauty. Technology and equipment

provided for meetings and presentations.

The Brown County Inn offers flexible meeting facilities that can accommodate up to 250 people and can be customized to your requirements. Brown County Inn’s support staff can help make your dream wedding come true. Also available for bridal showers, luncheons, rehearsal dinners and weddings. Choose from plated or buffet menus, hors d’oeuvres, and cash or host bars. (812) 988-2291 or (877) 772-5249, www.browncountyinn.com.

Camp Palawopec Lodge & Retreat Area, 3497 Clay Lick Road. Camp

log cabin lodge sleeps 30 guests, and outdoor cabins can accommodate 70 guests. Enjoy 300 acres of woods, trails, 4-acre lake, canoes, kayaks, beach, campfire areas, basketball court, ultimate Frisbee, soccer field, horseshoes, volleyball area, mountain bike trails, indoor meeting and dining area. Kitchen facilities available. Open year-round. (812) 988-2689, www.camppalawopec.com.

Comfort Inn, 75 W. Chestnut St., is perfect for retreats. Enjoy the lodge-like atmosphere with cozy lobby and spacious guest rooms. Enjoy the indoor pool and fitness center. (812) 988-6118, www. choicehotels.com.

Cornerstone Inn & Suites, downtown Nashville at 54 E. Franklin St., where relaxation flows with a restorative rhythm.

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800-667-7939

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Shop in Nashville, then return to the Cornerstone Inn private dining area to indulge in complimentary signature treats and desserts. Retire to your individually appointed guest room and top off your getaway with a complimentary breakfast buffet. Thirty-seven guest rooms, balconies, whirlpool tubs, fireplaces, meeting facilities, exceptional service and value.

View all rooms, rates and specials at www. cornerstoneinn.com.

Hotel Nashville, 245 N. Jefferson St.,

is an all-suite hotel that overlooks the town of Nashville and offers conference facilities and catering. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, whirlpool spa and sauna, plus onsite dining room and lounge. A perfect setting for your wedding and reception, engagement party or rehearsal dinner. (812) 988-8400, www.hotelnashville.com.

Rawhide Ranch, 1292 S. Indiana 135,

excels at hosting large groups with a unique environment for company meetings, retreats and seminars traditionally held at hotels. (812) 988-0085, www. rawhideranchusa.com.

Salt Creek Golf Retreat, 2359 E. Indiana 46, offers a beautiful banquet facility that can accommodate 20 to 200 people. The facility overlooks the golf course and is great for weddings, receptions, reunions, corporate events and small meetings. On-site catering available.

(812) 988-7888, www.saltcreekgolf.com.

The Seasons Lodge and Conference Center, 560 E. Indiana 46, offers space

for simple receptions or technologically enhanced conferences complete with highspeed Internet. The Seasons Lodge has 10 meeting rooms that accommodate 10 to 500 people and can accommodate up to 400 people for weddings or receptions.

Choose from served or buffet menus, hors d’oeuvres and cash or host bars. Also available for bridal teas, bridal showers, luncheons, rehearsal dinners and weddings.

(812) 988-2284 or (800) 365-7327, www. seasonslodge.com.

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winter games

By Sherri Cullison

Beat the cold at the Brown County YMCA

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T

emperatures have plummeted, we’ve huddled in our cozy homes and the holiday season has showered us with a seemingly endless supply of sweet treats. Sounds lovely, doesn’t it? The good news is that winter is a lovely time of year. We can build snowmen. We can toast to our family and friends. We can celebrate the close of another year. And we can eat. And eat.

And eat.

Which leads us to the other news: On average, Americans gain between five and seven pounds each winter. The truth hurts—but it doesn’t have to.

Year-round Pilates and yoga classes and open gym and fitness center sessions are the norm at the Brown County YMCA, but during the winter months membership increases, Executive Director Kim Robinson says, and—because of that—the YMCA offers more programs to meet the county’s needs.

Robinson quickly runs through a long list of programs and classes to get members moving this winter.

“SilverSneakers is a big thing,” she says, referring to the program that helps older adults take greater control of their health through physical activity. A Medicare supplement for patients, the customized SilverSneakers program helps older adults improve their strength, flexibility, balance and endurance, and seminars educate them on how to better care for their aging bodies.

Another popular option with older adults is pickle ball, Robinson says.

Offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., pickle ball requires a 3-foot net, a wiffle ball and rackets. “It’s all the rage in Florida at retirement cen-

Photos provided by the Brown County YMCA.

ters,” she explains, “and it’s pretty fun; it’s like playing ping-pong on the floor.”

Beyond the YMCA’s offerings for seniors, the 34,000-square-foot facility— complete with its fitness center, swimming pool, gymnasium and more—plays host to a number of events for middle-age adults and children. Open gym nights feature volleyball sessions on Mondays and basketball on Wednesdays, and the first Saturday of every month is a free community day, Robinson says, where everyone is invited in to get fit for free.

Scheduled for Dec. 3, the YMCAsponsored “Reindeer Romp” enters its 12th year and “has really taken off,” Robinson says. “We had over 200 participate last year, and it just keeps growing.” The Romp features an 8K Run and 5K Run/

Walk through Brown County State Park and proceeds from the event go toward the YMCA’s scholarship program for reduced membership fees.

Also specific to the season are the Children’s Day Camp, offered to keep kids occupied each day of their schools’ Christmas breaks, and the Parents’ Night Out event, which takes place on Dec. 9 and gives mom and dad a rare “kid-free” evening. For $10 per child, parents can drop their little ones at the YMCA for games, snacks and activities from 6 to 10 p.m.

As for 2012, Robinson says new zumba classes and mini-marathon training sessions are in the works, along with a Bodyfor-Life weight management program.

Just in time for New Year’s resolutions, Body-for-Life teaches participants about nutrition, exercise and health—lessons we suspect might help us avoid gaining that extra winter weight in the first place.

Mini-Marathon Training

YMCA Youth Aquatics League

Winter Break Camp

Fifteen-week training takes place on Saturday mornings and includes short classes on injury prevention, cross training, correct equipment and more, as well as group runs.

Training is suitable for walkers and runners, from beginners to seasoned athletes.

League includes seven weeks of swim practice and six swim meets for beginner, intermediate and advanced swimmers, ages 5-12. Practices will be on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Swim meets will be at 9:30 a.m. every Saturday. First swim meet will be Feb. 25.

When: Feb. 14 – April 7

Winter Camp is for children in kindergarten through sixth grade. Campers must bring sack lunch, swimsuit and towel every day.

Begins:

7:30 a.m., Jan. 21 Cost:

$50 returning trainees $75 members $100 for nonmembers

$60 for members $80 for nonmembers

Deadline for registration:

Deadline for registration:

Dec. 30

Feb. 7

Cost:

Holiday Hours Thanksgiving Eve:

5:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Thanksgiving Day:

Closed Christmas Eve:

7 a.m. to noon Christmas Day:

Camp Hours:

Closed

7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

When : Dec. 19 – Dec. 23, Dec. 26 – Dec. 30, Jan. 2

New Year’s Eve : 7 a.m. to noon

Cost:

Closed

New Year’s Day:

Weekly: $95/ first child and $75/each additional child; daily: $20/child Deadline for registration:

Children must be registered and paid for each day they are coming by Dec. 15.

Brown County YMCA is located at 105 Willow St., Nashville, (812) 988-9622, www.browncountyymca.org.

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Food, Snacks & Spirits

19th Hole Sports Bar, 2359 E. Indiana 46, offers drink specials, including its infamous $1 Draft Wednesdays. Enjoy the pool table, Golden Tee arcade, darts and five flatscreen HDTVs. 19th Hole offers the famous Salt Creek tenderloin—this breaded classic is an Indiana staple.

The 19th Hole changes from a classic eatery during lunch to a great sports bar during the evening and night hours. On Friday and Saturday nights, enjoy live music with everything from bluegrass to hard rock. (812) 988-4575, www. browncountygolf.com.

Accent Dining Room at The

Seasons Lodge offers dining with spectacular views of the wooded hillside.

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the restaurant offers a fried chicken buffet on Tuesday evenings and a prime rib buffet on Friday evenings. Fried biscuits and apple butter are available for each meal. Soup and salad bar also available.

Reservations are suggested but not required. For cocktails and live music, head into the Saloon Lounge. Various musical entertainers perform from 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

(812) 988-2284.

Artists Colony Restaurant, corner of Franklin and Van Buren streets, offers everything from salads to salmon

and grilled herb chicken. Unique items on the menu include sweet potato fries with brown sugar sauce, plus freshly made breads and desserts. Enjoy the breakfast buffet for only $7.49 and check out the weekday specials. Outdoor seating is available, weather permitting.

Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday to Thursday; 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday. (812) 988-0600.

Big Woods Brewing Co., one of

the Midwest’s newest and most unique microbreweries, was founded by Tim O’Bryan, Ed Ryan and Jeff McCabe.

Located in the heart of Brown County, the timber-frame brew house features a full-service restaurant and bar, with small-batch craft beer on tap and weekly food specials ranging from pan-seared Indiana duck to chef Emily’s Yumbalaya Jumbalaya. 60 Molly’s Lane, Nashville.

(812) 988-6000, www.bigwoodsbeer.com.

Producing award-winning wines for 21 years, Brown County Winery offers locally made wine, wine accessories and gifts for wine people, along with local jams, salsa and jelly. Tasting room is located at corner of Main Street and Old School Way. Stop by the winery and tasting room in Gnaw Bone, 4520 E. Indiana 46. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday year-round. (812) 988-6144 or (888) 298-2984, www.browncountywinery.com.

Chateau Thomas Wine Bar and Gift Shoppe offers award-winning

vinifera wines, plus well-known musicians, local and otherwise, performing all styles of music from 7 to 10 p.m. every Friday and Saturday. You’ll find gourmet foods, cheese plates and gift items, and step upstairs to the loft and enjoy your wine amidst the Native American art in the John Elmore Gallery. Weather permitting, grab a spot on the covered patio. Group tastings can be arranged in advance. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, noon to 7 p.m. Sunday; 225 S. Van Buren St., Coachlight Square. (812) 988-8500, www. chateauthomas.com.

Enjoy live music every Friday and Saturday night at Corn Crib Lounge at the Brown County Inn, junction of Indiana 46 and 135. Local musicians, as well as artists from surrounding areas and states, provide the live entertainment.

(812) 988-2291.

Take in the casual Victorian setting, while dining on top Angus beef, chicken, fresh seafood, pasta or salads, along with homemade desserts at Darlene’s at Hotel Nashville, 245 N. Jefferson St. Full bar also available. (812) 988-8400.

Green Valley

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Weeknight Specials · Relaxing Hot Tub Suites Free Wireless Internet

Convenient to Nashville shopping, art, restaurants and entertainment 692 State Road 46 West · Just one mile west of Nashville, Indiana

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Harvest Moon Pizzeria, 140 W. Main St., is more than just a pizzeria.

Enjoy a casual dining experience or call ahead for carry-out. Harvest Moon offers pizza, pasta, salads and sandwiches.

Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner. (812) 988-6565.

Harvest Preserve, 61 W. Main St., makes its own apple butter, plus sauces, mixes and spices. (812) 988-7606.

Hobnob Corner, corner of Main and Van Buren streets, is housed in Nashville’s oldest commercial building.

It serves breakfast and lunch daily, along with dinners Wednesday through Sunday, throughout the year. Traditional fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner features a variety of sandwiches, soups, salads and seasonal specialties. Wine is available.

(812) 988-4114.

Holy Cow Steakhouse & Grill, 101 E. Washington St., offers a family atmosphere with a variety of steaks, ribs, seafood and traditional grill fare, such as burgers and appetizers. Full-service bar also available. Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner. Large groups welcome. (812) 988-0444.

Enjoy assorted fresh roasted nuts, fudge, chocolates and more at Jack and Jill Nut Shop, beside the Playhouse on South Van Buren Street. Mail order is available. (812) 988-7480.

With its rustic charm and quaint elegance, the Little Gem Restaurant is the perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy a Hoosier classic from the menu or a plate of offerings from one of the unique buffets. The outdoor patio seating offers spectacular views of the woods and park. The Little Gem Restaurant is open daily for breakfast 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., lunch 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., and dinner 5 to 9 p.m. Located at the Abe Martin Lodge in Brown County State Park.

McDonald’s, Salt Creek Plaza, offers fast food, from burgers and fries, fish

sandwiches, chicken sandwiches and assorted salads, plus your breakfast favorites. Be sure to check out the toy train displays. Open daily. (812) 988-4452.

Miller’s Ice Cream House, 61

W. Main St., has been making real homemade ice cream—the old-fashioned way with rock salt and ice—since 1977.

Enjoy all the basic flavors (and then some) served in dishes, cake or homemade waffle cones, as shakes, malts, sodas or floats or on warm homemade cobbler or a sundae. Hours vary by season. (812) 9880815. www.millericecream.com.

From the moment you walk in the door at the Nashville Fudge Kitchen and breathe in that yummy aroma, you know your entire visit is all about the candy.

The creamy fudges are made the oldfashioned way, cooked in a copper kettle and hand-paddled on thick marble tables.

The gourmet candy-coated popcorns are made from original recipes, and the hand-dipped candy, caramel apples, creamy fudge, gelato and ice cream are all favorites. Nashville Fudge Kitchen ships everywhere. 60 S. Van Buren St., (812) 988-0709, www.nashvillefudgekitchen.com.

Enjoy chicken salad with grapes and pecans served with pumpkin bread, fresh soups or other sandwiches on fresh-baked bread or Kaiser rolls, plus fried biscuits with apple butter and fresh-baked desserts at the Nashville General Store & Bakery, tucked away at 118 E. Washington St. (812) 9886362.

That Sandwich Place, corner of

Main and Van Buren streets, offers chef salads, peanut butter and jelly with fries and a big red apple. The restaurant is also a shrine to Bob Knight, with a large collection of memorabilia. Opens at 8:30 a.m., closes at varying times, depending on the season. Dinner is not available.

(812) 988-2355.

The Candy Dish, 61 W. Main St.,

offers fine chocolates, fudge made right

in the store, nostalgic candy and much more. Check out the Mr. Peanut collectibles display. (812) 988-7606.

The Farmhouse, 5171 N.

Upper Bean Blossom Road, offers healthy, fresh homemade meals and refreshing drinks served in an 1830s brick farmhouse. Enjoy homemade soups, wonderful summer salads, sandwiches, desserts, iced teas and fruit frizzes indoors or outside on the porch or patio. Stroll through two acres of herb and perennial gardens before or after your meal. Lunch 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day, dinner 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday. Call for seasonal hours. (812) 988-2004.

The Ordinary is a page out of the past, reminiscent of colonial times in America and wrapped up in a warm friendly atmosphere. Lunch and dinner features hearty soups, sandwiches of wild game, pork loin, dinners of pot roast and steaks—all accompanied by your favorite beverage, beer, wine or cocktail from the full bar. Great for rehearsal dinners and group dining.

(812) 988-6166.

The Brown County Steak & Seafood Co. at Salt Creek Golf

Retreat, 2359 E. Indiana 46, offers a casual menu featuring steaks, seafood, pastas and chicken. Full bar with beer, wine and liquor specials offered every night. Try the Sunday brunch. Reservations are accepted but not required. Open 5 to 9 p.m.

Wednesday and Thursday, 5 to 10 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday. Check out the Brown County Democrat for coupons. www. saltcreekgolf.com.

Trolly’s, at the corner of Van Buren and Gould streets, offers its own hickory-smoked pork barbecue, homemade sloppy Joes, Italian sausage and hot dogs with all the trimmings.

Ask about the daily specials. Call (812) 988-4273 for seasonal hours.

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Unique & SPecialty Shops

The Brown County Valued Visitors

discount membership program provides discounts on lodging, dining, shopping, snacks, entertainment, artist’s galleries and studios. For only $12, the Valued Visitors discount membership program will save you money at more than 185 participating businesses in Brown County. Stop by the Brown County Visitors Center, located at the corner of Main and Van Buren streets, to sign up; www.browncounty.com.

Ady’s Fabrics, on Main Street in

Morgantown, is a friendly place filled with a great selection of fabrics, quilting kits, patterns, the latest books, notions and classes to teach you the easiest techniques of “putting it all together.” Just a short distance from Nashville on Indiana 135, Ady’s Fabrics is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday through Saturday (Wednesday until 8 p.m.); www.adysfabrics.com.

Apple Works, 8157 S. Road 250W,

Trafalgar, lies in southern Johnson County, a stone’s throw away from beautiful Brown County. Nestled on gently rolling hills dotted with ponds and pockets of woods, the farm is a destination away from the fast pace of today. Relax at Apple Works, whether you come to buy a bag of apples or experience some of the many familyoriented activities. Visit the website for a

list of activities and products. Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., seven days a week, mid-April through Dec. 23, (317) 878-9317; www. apple-works.com.

Babies, Toddlers, & More is

Nashville’s only baby and toddler shop.

Owner Liz Grubbs and her mother handcrochet and embroider many of the unique items for sale. Check out the new personalized children’s CDs and DVDs in the store at 125 S. Van Buren St. in the Artists Colony Shops; (812) 988-2300.

Bone Appetit, 211 S. Van Buren St.,

offers truffles, woofles and more for your pets. Dog owners in the know have been treating their pooches to the shop’s natural and gourmet treats since 1998. More than 20 flavors include soft, low-fat, wheat-free, corn-free, seasonal treats and many others.

Order online or stop in and visit the pet boutique; www.barkingood.com.

Find many of your favorite collectibles at Carol’s Crafts Fine Gifts and Collectibles in the Artist Colony Shops.

Choose from Glass Baron Hand Blown Glass, Gooseberry Patch Cook Books, Jim Shore Originals, Lori Mitchell Folk Art, Lilliput Lane Cottages, Painted Ponies, Horse of a Different Color, Pipka Santas, Lang Graphics Calendars and Cards, Lenox

Classics and more. Locally handcrafted items include painted ornaments by Jessi Vandenberg and pottery by Fox Run of Brown County; (812) 988-6288, (800) 3456388, www.carolscrafts.com

Cathy’s Corner, 39 E. Franklin St., offers a unique mix of antiques, jewelry, art and rare hard-to-find items. Painting classes are available by appointment; (812) 988-4091.

Fine Line Rustics specializes in metal artwork, hand-painted glassware and other unique home décor. Visit the new location in the Main Street Shoppes across the alley from Brown County Winery; (812) 988-2441.

Flower & Herb Barn & Nursery,

5171 Bean Blossom Road, offers unusual plants, herbs, perennials, vines, flowering shrubs and trees, soils, mulches, garden art, antiques and birdhouses. Complete landscape design and installation services are also available. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily from spring until frost; (812) 988-7232.

Enjoy two of Nashville’s finest shops at Foxfire and Foxfire, 59 E. Main St. Established in 1997, Foxfire offers gifts for baby showers and weddings, comfort and inspirational items, a large selection of frames, Willow Tree Angels, mailbox covers, garden flags, Swan Creek

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Open 7 Days A Week Year Round

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Candles, Rhythm Clocks, table-top dishware, holiday items and more. This corner store offers a huge selection of jewelry, purses and fashion accessories; (812) 988-8707, www. ltlstores.com.

Jeepers Dollhouse Miniatures is a unique shop with more than 20,000 miniatures, dollhouses and delightful accessories—all under one roof. More than 400 artisans are represented. Founded in 1992 and now located in Morgantown, Jeepers Dollhouse Miniatures has developed a reputation for quality and service. 69 W. Washington St., Morgantown; (812) 597-4346, www.jeepersminiatures.com.

Harley-Davidson of Bloomington, 522 W. Gourley Pike, off Indiana 46 Bypass, invites you to drop in for a warm greeting and a hot cup of coffee; (800) 667-7939, www.indianaharley.com.

Harvest Preserve, 61 W. Main St., makes its own apple butter and offers a wide variety of sauces, mixes, spices and kitchen accessories; (812) 988-7606.

Health For “U,” 146 E. Main St., an independent, fullservice health store, features herbs, vitamins, minerals, BioFreeze, Neti Pots, Himalayan Salt Lamps, natural sleep aids, Brown County Soapworks products, personal care products, buffalo meat and more; (812) 988-9890.

Enjoy cashews, pepitas, pistachios, almonds, sunflower seeds, filberts, pecans, peanuts in the shell, brazil nuts and delicious candies at Jack and Jill Nut Shop, 76 S. Van Buren St. Mail order is available; (812) 988-7480.

The store for great brands and great fun, Lake Shore Style offers baggallini, Moda sunglasses, Bella Vita, LUG, Slap Watch, Optari, cinda b, Coaster Stone, OKab. Located in the 2nd floor of the Artist’s Colony Shops downtown Nashville. (812) 988-0822, www.lakeshorestyle.com

Madeline’s, in the Calvin House at the corner of Jefferson and Franklin streets, offers quilts, shams, pillows and bedskirts, along with Susy O’Donnell Redware Pottery, made in Nashville, and Miss Priss Purses, handmade in the U.S. Also choose from your favorite candles by Kentucky Hollow Creations; these 40-hour, soy candles smell good and are made in southern Indiana. Find Madeline’s French Country on Facebook; (812) 988-6301.

Michael’s Flowers & Antiques, 31 N. Jefferson St.,

carries flowers, fresh arrangements, garden items, stained glass, braided rugs, unusual lighting, candles, quilts, garden furniture, birdhouses, antiques, wind chimes and more.

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Ole House offers Indiana jams and salsas, flags and outdoor ornaments, country décor and gifts, plus Indiana’s largest flag inventory; 62 E. Washington St., across from Coachlight Square, (812) 988-4770, www.ole-house.com.

Papertrix , 160 Old School Way, is a

rubber stamp and scrapbook boutique conceived by paper and mixed-media artist Cindy Hawrys. Her selection of stamps, papers, tools, embellishments and unique finds will inspire you, and her craft table is always available for hands-on demonstrations or make-and-take projects; (812) 988-2002, www.papertrix.com.

Peg Ann’s Boutique, new location in Franklin Square, offers clothing, jewelry, purses, accessories and fun gifts from varied and distinct collections. Whether you’re shopping with a group or on your own, each visit to Peg Ann’s Boutique is all about you! 71 W. Franklin, Franklin Square in the heart of Nashville, (812) 9887950, on Facebook, www.facebook.com/ pages/Peg-Anns-Boutique/308758178639.

Peter Grant’s, one of Nashville’s premier home furnishing stores located at 100 E. Main St., carries fine home furnishings,

Mission-style furniture, cherry furniture, pottery, glass and copper, many created by Indiana artisans; (812) 988-7270.

Elements of Nature Jewelry. Stop by and find that special treasure waiting for you; 185 S. Jefferson St., (812) 988-6160.

Uncover and resolve health, relationship, career and emotional issues with psychic Rebecca Bartlett. Professional, ethical; connection guaranteed or you don’t pay.

Heritage Mall Shops, 41 S. Van Buren St., just north of The Ordinary restaurant.

Please call ahead: (812) 929-7031; www. rebeccabartlettpsychic.com.

T-Shirt Shop, at the corner of Van Buren and Washington streets, has hundreds of T-shirt designs for you to create your own or ready-made creations; (812) 988-6939.

Sheepstreet Fibers, located 2.5 miles

west of Morgantown on Indiana 252, just a short drive from Nashville, has its own alpacas and Shetland sheep to supply wool to spin into yarn. There is roving for spinners and yarns, fleeces, books, spinning wheels and looms; (812) 597-KNIT, www.sheepstreet.com.

Secondhand never means second-best at Seven Sisters: Thrifting for the Modern Age, located in the Barnyard Shoppes next to the Nashville Christian Church parking lot. Seven Sisters is not just any other Nashville attraction; it offers a variety of gently used items that express every personality at a price that fits every budget. With everything from name-brand clothing for children, teens and adults, home decor and books to our exclusive Brown County-made collection of Tessa Elaine

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open all year and offers books by regional authors, nature guides, cookbooks, fiction/non-fiction, genealogy, children’s books and volumes about Brown County; (812) 988-0202.

The Brown County Shop, in the Nashville House at the corner of Main and Van Buren streets, carries Hadley Pottery, Fiesta Ware, Yankee Candles, Renaissance Glass Sun Catchers, Fenton Glass and woven rugs; (812) 988-0880.

The Candy Dish, in the Village Green Building at 61 W. Main St., carries handdipped chocolates, imported licorice, salt-water taffy, caramels, kids novelty candy, fresh roasted nuts and homemade fudge. Stop by and see the Planters Nut collectibles display; (812) 988-7606.

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Street in Possum Trot Square, carries Burt’s

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Bees skin care, gifts for the hunter, fireman and police, garden accents, fountains, holiday items, military gifts, scarves, jewelry, candle-lights and bulbs and unique home accessories; (812) 988-1075.

The Ferguson House, at 78 W. Franklin St., was

constructed in 1873 as a boarding house for artists who came to the village to create paintings of the beautiful rolling hills and scenery of the area, and the story goes that Mrs. Ferguson, at that time, would not rent rooms to “women who wore knickers.” Leased since 1999, the historical property is an “iron decor source,” with tabletop dishware, collegiate/NFL gifts and memorabilia, fashion jewelry, comfort gifts, floral décor, garden, accent furniture, wine accessories and huge holiday sections in season. The Ferguson House also offers Swan Creek Candles, its bestselling product; (812) 988-7388, www.ltlstores.com.

Non-smoking environment Private Bedroom with King Bed Living Room with Queen Sofa Sleeper A Dining Area and Fully Equipped Kitchenette Handicap Facility On Site Private Parking

Every day is Christmas at The Holly Shop, where you will find Dept. 56, Byers Choice Carolers and personalized ornaments. Located at the corner of Van Buren and Mound streets, the Holly Shop has more than 10,000 ornaments; (812) 988-4453.

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The Totem Post, 78 S. Van Buren St., was opened in

1952 by Bill and Marielle Jockey, who then did custom leatherwork and carried handmade American Indian jewelry and foreign crafts. Today, their merchandise has expanded, but the atmosphere is the same. Open daily except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day; (812) 988-2511, www.thetotempost.com.

Find your old-time favorite toys and many you’ve never seen at The Toy Chest, 125 S. Van Buren St. in the Artists Colony Shops; (812) 988-2817 or (800) 362-TOYS, www.browncountytoychest.com.

Through the Looking Glass, in historic Antique Alley, does etched artwork in glass, custom wood signs on order and custom stone engraving. See craftsmen Mary Ann Whitaker and Tommy Thompson at work; (812) 988-1724.

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At Touch of Silver, Gold & Old, 87 E. Main St., Albert Drake Jr. creates contemporary jewelry and buys and sells estate, antique silver and gold jewelry; (812) 988-6990.

Wishful Thinking , Main Street Shoppes, offers unique rubber art stamps and scrapbooking supplies.

You’ll find personalized customer service and a choice of beginner to experienced classes; (812) 988-7009, www. wishfulthinking-in.com.

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Ongoing events

Multiple performances take place weekly at the Brown County Playhouse, 70 S. Van Buren St., Nashville, (812) 9886555, www.browncountyplayhouse.org.

Join the Brown County State Park Nature Center for an array of activities. Check out the schedule online at www.browncountystatepark.us or call (812) 988-5240.

The Palace Theatre offers the best in

professional entertainment and fun for the entire family. Season runs through December. Call (812) 988-2101 or (800) 3048588 or visit www.palacetheatreobc.com for show times and tickets.

Brown County State Park offers

guided horseback riding trails and tours daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., April to October.

Call (812) 988-8166 or (812) 371-0295.

Enjoy live music at the 19th Hole, Salt Creek Golf Retreat, every Friday and Saturday night at 8:30 p.m. (812) 988-7888, www.saltcreekgolf.com.

Hear live music at the Corn Crib Lounge in the Brown County Inn every

Friday and Saturday night at 9 p.m. www. browncountyinn.com.

(812) 988-8500 to find out what is playing each week.

Head out for live music at the Saloon Lounge, Seasons Lodge every Friday and Saturday night at 9 p.m. (800) 365-7327, www.seasonslodge.com.

Pine Room Tavern, 51 E. Chestnut St., Nashville (behind the Salt Creek Inn), features a Ryder Film Series and Sunday Night Jazz Series. Check out the website for dates and times. (812) 988-0236, www. pineroomtavern.com.

Chateau Thomas Wine Bar and Gift Shoppe, 225 S. Van Buren St.,

offers live music every Friday and Saturday night, featuring well-known artists in all styles of music. 7 to 10 p.m. Call (812) 9888500 or visit www.chateauthomas.com for a complete list of events.

Songwriter Showcase lets you enjoy a glass of wine while listening to the sweet melodies of local and national artists performing original music every Sunday afternoon from 3 to 5 p.m. Stop by Chateau Thomas Wine Bar and Gift Shoppe or call (812) 988-8500 to find out who is performing each week.

Movie Night takes place year-round— watch the classics every Thursday evening, 6 to 8 p.m. Grab a glass of award-winning wine and enjoy the show. Stop by Chateau Thomas Wine Bar and Gift Shoppe or call

Hear live music at Muddy Boots Café.

Visit the website for upcoming events.

(812) 988-6911, www.muddyboots.com.

Weaving demonstrations and dayweaving workshops are available at Homestead Weaving Studio from March to December. (812) 988-8622, www. homesteadweaver.com.

Visit the old log jail and learn historical facts about Brown County and Nashville and stop by Pioneer Village for spinning and weaving demonstrations.

May to October, every Saturday and Sunday, 1 to 4:30 p.m. (812) 988-6089.

Head to the Brown County Dragway, just five miles north of Nashville and one mile east of Bean Blossom on Gatesville

NashvilleStepGeneral Store & Bakery back in time...in the yellow building

Fried Biscuits with Apple Butter

Stop by for Lunch or a Snack • Chicken Salad full of Grapes & Pecans served with Pumpkin Bread

Persimmon Pudding Cinnamon Bread Homemade Pies, Cobblers, Huge Cinnamon Rolls, Caramel Apple Nut Pie, Hot Apple Dumplings.

Jams, Jellies, Apple Butter, Maple Syrup, Honey Sorghum

• Fresh Soups • Great Meat Loaf Sandwich • Sandwiches served on baked breads or kaiser rolls • Smoked Turkey with Cranberry Mustard • Pit HamsSandwiches • BBQ Pork with Vidalia Onion Sauce • Beans & Cornbread • Floats, Ice Cream & Shakes

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Gift Baskets filled with Jams, Jellies, Candles and much more...

Road. Watch or participate in the Saturday and Sunday events. Call for details. (812) 988-6103. On race day, call (812) 988-1505 or visit www.browncountydragway.com.

Stamping and scrapbooking classes and parties are available through Wishful Thinking. (812) 988-7005, www. wishfulthinking-in.com.

WonderLab Museum of Science,

Health and Technology offers extended hours until 8:30 p.m. on First Fridays.

Available with discount admission and special activities first Friday of each month.

Also offered: Discovery Time weekly preschool program. (812) 337-1337, www. wonderlab.org.

T.C. Steele State Historic Site offers trails, exhibits, poetry, art, teas and classes.

Visit the website for details. (812) 677-2003, www.tcsteele.org.

Winter Hike. Shake the winter

doldrums and enjoy the beauty of winter. Brown County State Park. www. brwoncounty.com for more info.

Take guided horseback rides year-round and experience Holler Hoppin’ ziplines at Rawhide Ranch. Kids horse retreats take place during summer. Call (888) 94-RANCH or visit www.rawhideranchusa. com for more information.

Located at 2277 W. Indiana 46 (4 miles west of Nashville or 12 miles east of Bloomington), Mike’s Dance Barn offers pool tables, food and beverages.

Country line dance lessons are available every Monday, and the second Friday of each month is ballroom dancing night.

Head to Mike’s on Saturdays for live music.

(812) 988-8636, www.thedancebarn.com.

Take a tour of The Indiana Raptor Center just west of Nashville. Meet

and photograph live birds of prey. Tours by appointment only. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday.

(812) 988-8990.

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Winter events

NOVEMBER

Nov. 20 – Dec. 3

2011 Gingerbread Log Cabin Competition and Show. More than 50 homemade gingerbread log cabins will be on display for silent auction. Competition is open to all ages; entries should be delivered to the Traditional Arts Building, 46 E. Gould St., on Nov. 18 from 4 to 8 p.m. or Nov. 19 from 8 a.m. to noon. Proceeds benefit the Brown County Historical Society.

Nov. 25

Annual Holiday Open House. Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at noon to visit with guests.

Enjoy free hot chocolate and cookies from 4 to 7 p.m. Tree lighting ceremony takes place at 6 p.m. Location: Brown County Visitors Center, corner of Van Buren and Main streets. Information: (800) 753-3255.

Nov. 25-26

Brown County Winter Art & Craft Fair.

This annual Thanksgiving weekend event features more than 45 local and regional artists selling unique, fine arts and crafts for holiday gift giving. Sponsored by Brown County Craft Guild. Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Seasons Conference Center. Information: (317) 604-5254.

Nov. 26

Pioneer Village Open House. Take in spinning and weaving demonstrations, plus music and holiday cheer. Visit the old log

jail and learn historical facts about Brown County and Nashville. 1 to 4:30 p.m.

Location: Ordinary Restaurant, 51 E. Indiana 46, Nashville.

Nov. 26

Dec. 2-3

Gravel Grovel. A challenging 100 km cyclocross course through the gravel roads of the Hoosier National Forest. 10 a.m. Location: Story Inn, 6404 S. Indiana 135, Nashville.

(812) 764-5260, www.gravelgrovel.com.

Nov. 26-27

Santa Sightings. Have your photo taken with Santa. Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday noon to 3 p.m. Village of Nashville.

Information: (800) 753-3255.

DECEMBER

Dec. 1, 2 & 3

Snowflake Days, Morgantown downtown shops, Thursday – Saturday, Dec. 1, 2 & 3.

Holiday shopping specials with lots of oneof-a-kind gifts.

Dec. 1-22

Santas Rest Too. Yoga sessions suitable for those without yoga experience.

Gentle postures supported by bolsters, blankets and other props. $15. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Location: River Light Yoga, 61 W. Main St. Information: (812) 988-9642, www. riverlightyoga.com.

Dec. 2

No-Name Committee Children’s Auction.

Wine, art, antiques and more on sale; proceeds to benefit children in need. 6 p.m.

Santa Sightings. Have your photo taken with Santa. Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday noon to 3 p.m. Village of Nashville.

Information: (800) 753-3255.

Dec. 2

Santa Train, Helmsburg at 8:30 p.m. and Morgantown at 6:30 p.m. Santa arrives by train and each child (even adult children) have a chance to come aboard, see the train and give dear old Santa their wish list.

Santa even has some very special guest “critters.� The event is free to all. Check www.bcdemocrat. com on Nov. 28 for a list of updated times.

Dec. 3

Brown County YMCA “Reindeer Romp.�

Enjoy a 5K or 8K walk/run. Race registrants receive door prizes; register online or on the day of race. 11 a.m. to noon onsite registration; race starts at 1 p.m. at the Brown County Nature Center. $16 in advance; $20 day of race. Information: (812) 988-5240, www.browncountyymca.org.

Dec. 3-4

Spears Gallery Holiday Open House. See the latest works of Larry and Kyle Spears.

Admission is free. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 5110 S. Indiana 135.

In Downtown Columbus, a short drive from Nashville

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Slide down & activities for families with toddlers to early teens our famous Lightspace giant toilet!

Play Wall, 3 Tues. – Sat. 10-5, exer-gaming bikes, Sun. 1-5, kids-at-art, open Monday mid June – mid Aug. bubbleology

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Dec. 3

Dec. 10

Steele’s Country Christmas. Find out how the holidays were celebrated in the 1920s at the home of T.C. Steele. Admission: $5. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Location: House of the Singing Winds, 4220 T.C. Steele Road.

Village Art Walk. Free, self-guided tour of 11 downtown Nashville galleries. 5 to 8 p.m.

Location: Village of Nashville.

Dec. 11

Tecumseh Trail Marathon and 5.5 Mile Run/Walk. A scenic and challenging route in Morgan-Monroe and Yellowwood state forests.

Information: www.dinoseries.com/marathon

Christmas Bird Count. Join staff and volunteers to estimate numbers and kinds of over-wintering birds. Beginner birders welcome. Bring binoculars. 8 a.m. Brown County State Park admission to enter. Location: Brown County State Park Nature Center.

Dec. 8

Dec. 16 - 18

Dec. 3

Learn to Square Dance. Free lessons start at 7 p.m. Location: Abe Martin Lodge in Brown County State Park.

Victorian Candlelight Christmas Dinner.

Location: Story Inn, 6404 S. Indiana 135, Nashville. Information: (812) 988-2273, www. storyinn.com.

Dec. 9-11

Dec. 17-18

Marsh Studio and Gallery Holiday Open House. Celebrate the season with new paintings and organic refreshments. Free admission. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location: 4013 Lanam Ridge Road.

Santa Sightings. Have your photo taken with Santa. Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday noon to 3 p.m. Village of Nashville.

Information: (800) 753-3255.

January

Dec. 10

Jan. 14

Brown County Craft Gallery Holiday Open House. Buy unique holiday gifts and decorations from local and area artists. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Free admission. Location: 58 E. Main St.

Frosty Trails Five. See www.bcdemocrat. com for more details in the Jan. 11 issue.

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Go to www.bcdemocrat.com to find more listings as they become available. Visitors should confirm dates, times and locations. Further information is available at Brown County Visitors Center at (800) 753-3255 or (812) 9887303, by e-mail at info@browncounty.com or online at www.browncounty.com.

Santa Sightings. Have your photo taken with Santa. Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday noon to 3 p.m. Village of Nashville.

Information: (800) 753-3255.

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Morgantown is a quaint charmer. Spend the day with us and you’ll be sure to find your special treasure. Our many specialty shops have a wonderful selection of goods, including; clocks, primitives, dolls, Boyds Bears, candles, fabrics, Indian artifacts, quilts, knives, grandma’s china, a home or garden accent, floral bouquets and much more.

Family operated restaurants still serve true down home cooking, and you can often find community hosted events with lots of fun for the whole family.

So come visit us where you will always hear... “glad to meet you, please come again”!

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Visit the downtown shops for great holiday finds!

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