Explore 2013

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and discover the Whitewater Valley

Summer 2013 Edition From farmers’ markets to free concerts, find it all inside An Advertising Supplement to the Palladium-Item

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Get Out and Explore!

Whether you’re just visiting for a day or have lived in eastern Indiana or western Ohio your whole life, there are still plenty of hidden gems to explore. The area is rich with cultural and natural resources, along with creative event planners who offer fun and educational programs at various locations, many for free or very little cost.

Be a tourist in your hometown. Take a look through these lists of events and ideas for getting out in nature. Visit places you’ve never seen or haven’t been to recently. Step away from the computer, TV or video games and try something new.

Don’t forget to consult the daily Palladium-Item and online calendar at www.palitem.com for more event listings throughout the year. If you’d like your group’s event included in the P-I calendars or future editions of Explore, please post it to the calendar at pal-item.com. Or send it to palitem@pal-item.com or 1175 N. A St., Richmond, IN 47374. Listings run free of charge as space permits. Make sure to include the time and date, location, cost, a contact name, phone number and/or Web site and any other helpful information for your neighbors as they plan their schedules.

For more information about Explore, call Millicent Martin Emery at (765) 973-4468 in the newsroom or Sharon Brandley in advertising at (765) 973-4442.

Index

Page 3. . . . . . . . State Parks, Outdoor Activities Page 4. . . . . . . Outdoor Activities, Local Parks Page 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Events Page 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Events Page 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Events Page 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Events Page 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Events Page 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Events Page 12. . . . . . . . . . . Destination Depot District Page 13. . . . . . . . . . . Destination Depot District Page 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Events Page 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Events Page 16. . . . . . . . Destination Randolph County Page 17. . . . . . . . Destination Randolph County Page 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Events Page 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Events Page 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Events Page 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Events Page 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Events Page 23 . Digital Copy of Explore, Fairy Doors

© 2013 Explore is a product of the Palladium-Item Media Group in Richmond, Indiana. These materials are the sole and exclusive property of Palladium-Item Media Group and are not to be used without written permission.

On the Cover: photo by Joshua Smith Birds are seen through a viewing window at Hayes Arboretum

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State Parks

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ueston Woods State Park, 6301 Park Office Road, College Corner, Ohio. Info: (513) 523-6347 or www.dnr.state.oh.us/parks.

Acres: 2,936. Miles from Richmond: 23. Body of water: Acton Lake (624 acres). The park has more

than 10 miles of hiking trails, rental cottages, 491 campsites, an 18-hole golf course, paintball field and target range and lodge open to the public.

Beach is swim at your own risk. The lake contains largemouth bass, crappie, channel catfish and bluegill. Valid Ohio fishing license required.

Hueston Woods’ 200-acre forest was designated a National Natural Landmark by the National Park Service in 1967.

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ounds State Recreation Area and Quakertown at Brookville Lake, Indiana 101, Brookville, Ind. Info: (765) 647-2657. Camping reservations can be made online at www.camp. in.gov. Body of water: Brookville Lake (5,260 acres). Notes: The Brookville Lake area contains 16,445 acres of land in addition to the 5,260 acres of water. The site includes a beach, archery range, boating/launch ramps, 62 Class AA camping sites and 388 Class A sites, fishing, horseshoe pits, a playground, shooting range and hiking trails.

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hitewater Memorial State Park, 1418 S. Indiana 101, Liberty, Ind. Info: (765)

458-5565. Camping reservations can be made online at www.camp.in.gov. Acres: 1,710. Body of water: Whitewater Lake (200 acres). This park was established as a memorial to those who served in World War II. Wooded rolling hills, steep ridges and ravines contrast with surrounding open fields.

More than 11 miles of hiking trails and nine miles of bridle trails run through the park. The man-made

Whitewater Lake connects through the spillway with Brookville Reservoir to the south. Picnic areas, canoe, paddleboat, rowboat rental, horseback riding, camping.

Outdoor Activities

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ope Environmental Center: 4910 Shoemaker Road, Centerville, Ind. Info: (765) 855-3188 or online at www.copeenvironmental. org. Free. Trails open to the public dawn to dusk seven days a week.

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ayes Arboretum: 801 Elks Road, Richmond. Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. TuesdaySaturday. Free. Trails, nature center and more.

Info: (765) 962-3745 or online at www.hayesarboretum.org.

SPORTS

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ichmond RiverRats, a college wood-bat baseball league that plays a 56-game season

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from early June until early August at historic McBride Stadium. The stadium at 201 N.W. 13th St. was constructed in 1936. The team features players from the region and plays against teams in the Prospect League. Box and general admission seats available.

Info: (765) 935-RATS. Full schedule and more information on website: richmondriverrats.com. Teams from Earlham College and Richmond and Seton Catholic high schools also play at McBride, which is available for games, tournaments, church services and concerts.

a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday, (765) 983-7275 South 10th Street Park - South 10th and B streets Springwood Lake Park - 64 Waterfall Road

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eaven’s Corner: Open April through September at 385 Quinn Road, West Alexandria, Ohio. Hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

Creature features: Kord McGuire’s animal-loving hobby has turned into a nonprofit animal preserve. Reptile house with an alligator and snakes, bears, tigers, panthers, birds, otter display and more. Directions: Take U.S. 35 east from Eaton. Quinn Road is on the left just after Glenwood. Cost: Adult, $9; ages 3-12 & 65+, $6; age 2 and younger admitted free. Family passes available. Info: (937) 839-5005. Website: www. heavenscornerzoo.org.

Local Parks Berryfield Park, Middle Drive off Chester Blvd.

Bicentennial Park, Bridge Avenue and Sim Hodgin Parkway Clear Creek Park - South West 13th and West Main streets East Side Lions Park - North 15th and C streets Freeman Park - Middleboro and New Paris pikes Mary Scott Park - N.W. 7th and N.W. “A” St. Middlefork Reservoir - Sylvan Nook Drive North 10th Street Park - North 10th Street and U.S. 27 North Richmond Parks & Recreation Department - 8

Swicker Park - South Seventh and E streets West Side Lions Park - North West J & Ridge streets Whitewater Gorge - Test Road to Industries Road OTHER COMMUNITY PARKS Creitz Park - Cambridge City, Ind. Info: (765) 4783522 Fort St. Clair - Camden Road off Ohio 122 West, Eaton, Ohio. Info: (937) 456-4125 Fountain City Park - U.S. 27 North. Info: (765) 8472412 Goodrich Park - Winchester, Indiana. Call for Info: (765) 584-2645 Hagerstown City Park - 15940 Turnpike Road. Info: (765) 489-4060 Maplewood Park - North Morton Avenue, Centerville, Ind. Info: (765) 855-5515 Natural Springs Resort - 500 S. Washington St., New Paris, Ohio. Info: (937) 437-5771, (888) 330-5771 or Web site www.naturalspringsresort.com.

Roberts Park - Indiana 1, Connersville, Ind. Info: (765) 825-5244 Williamsburg Lions Park - Centerville Road North.

Info: Park office community center, (765) 886-4448.

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ay Out with Thomas, June 14-16 and 21-23, Whitewater Valley Railroad, 455 Market St., Connersville. Thomas The Tank Engine will return. Tickets on sale now for $14-$30. Purchase online at TicketWeb or by calling TicketWeb at (866) 4687630.

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1th Annual Farmland Friends Father’s Day Cruise-In/Car Show, 1-4 p.m., June 16, Farmland Friends Church, Indiana 32 W., Farmland. Rain or shine. No

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(Christian Adult Singles Together) Dances, 7 p.m.-11 p.m., second Fridays of the month.

Fountain City Wesleyan Church, 5600 U.S 27 N., Richmond.

Social Hour/Dance Lesson 7-8 p.m., dance with DJ 8-11 p.m. Event is alcohol and smoke free, dress is casual; drinks and snacks provided, door prizes. Adult singles of all ages invited.

registration fee. Muscle cars, customs, street rods, rat rods, antique cars, pro-touring, classics, antique cars. Free hot dogs and soft

HUNTER HAYES

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ichmond Farmer’s Market, 7 a.m.noon, Saturdays, North Seventh and A streets, Richmond. Produce, plants and crafts. www.richmondinfarmersmarket.com or (765) 373-9065

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ruise-In, 1 p.m.-4 p.m., June 16, Wayne County Historical Museum, 1150 N. A St., Richmond. See vintage cars from around the area and enjoy fellowship. Other dates: July 21, Aug. 18 and Sept. 15. (765) 962-5756 or www.waynecountyhistoricalmuseum.com

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aar House and Farm Museum Tours, Gaar House, 2593 Pleasant View Road, Richmond. The Gaar House & Farm Museum tours will be on the first and third Sundays of June, July and August at 1, 2, 3 and 4 p.m. Cost: Adults, $5; children age 5-18 years of age, $2. (765) 966-1262.

July 10th 8:00 PM

Special Guest is Sara Haze

(888) 282- 2728

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drinks. Restrooms, shaded porches, fenced playground on site.

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une Book Club, 1:30-2:30 p.m., June 19, Centerville-Center Township Public Library, 126 E. Main St., Centerville.

Discussion on “The Aqua Net Diaries” by RHS graduate Jennifer Niven.

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ood for Fuel: An Athlete’s Palette, 6 p.m.-8 p.m., June 19, Quaker Hill Conference Center, 10 Quaker Hill Drive, Richmond. Chef Jen Ferrell will direct this cooking class for runners and athletes who are interested in eating healthy. Cost is $20. (765) 962-5741 or www.qhcc.org

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oddler Times, 10-11 a.m., June 19, Cope Environmental Center, 4910 Shoemaker Road, Centerville. Introduce your little one to nature with a story, hike and a craft. 1011 a.m. Fee: $3 per toddler. Registration required. Dates and themes: June 19: “From Egg to Robin”; July 17: “Who am I? Insects” August 21: “Animals at Night”; Sept. 18:

“I’ll Save You Money!””

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Furniture • Gifts • Art Over 120,000 sq. ft.

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“Count Down to Fall”; Oct. 16: “Over in the Forest: Come and Take a Peek.”

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he Browns gospel concert, 7 p.m., June 20, First Baptist Church, 1601 S. A St., Richmond. Other concerts in the series: The Collingsworth Family, (two shows 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.) Sept. 7; Dino Kartsonakis, Oct. 18; and Triumphant Quartet, Nov. 21. Tickets are $15 each per concert.Tickets: First Baptist Church office at (765) 962-3074, Jan Clark at (765) 977-3001, or purchase at Trinity Gifts & Books in the Gateway Mall. Info: (765) 9623074

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ayne County 4-H Fair, June 2229, Wayne County Fairgrounds, 861 Salisbury Road N., Richmond. Food, fun entertainment, track events, zipline, Poor

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Jack Amusements, livestock, 4-H shows and projects, petting zoo, live music, One Man Band, Idol and more. (765) 939-0834 or www.wayneco4hfair. com

Richmond Art Museum, 350 Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond on tour days or in advance at museum and First Bank locations. $10 in advance or $12 on tour day. Features garden boutique. (765) 966-0256 or www. richmondartmuseum.org.

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ook a Kid on Fishing, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., June 22, Middlefork Reservoir, Sylvan Nook Drive, Richmond. A fishing lesson for kids and their grownups. Free. (765) 983-7425

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eighbordhood Movies: 8:30pm on June 22, Westview Elementary, 1707 S.W. A Street, Richmond. Richmond Parks & Recreation presents “Madagascar 3.”

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ecret Garden Tour, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., June 22 and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. June 23 around Richmond. Tickets available at

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Baby Steps” Birthright Walk, 9 a.m.noon, June 22, Eaton Courthouse Plaza, 101 East Main Street, Eaton.

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ixth annual Brenda Gillam Memorial Golf Tournament, 9 a.m., June 22, Hartley Hills Country Club, 201 N. Woodpecker Road, Hagerstown, Ind. Entry fee is $50 (includes cart, greens fees, prizes and lunch).

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merican Legion Post 360 Karaoke, June 23, American Legion Post 360, 215 N Washington Street, New Paris, Ohio.

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inority Women’s Network meetings, 6 p.m., June 24 and last Monday of the month, Townsend Community Center, 855 N. 12th St., Richmond. Monthly meetings are designed to increase knowledge, awareness and provide networking opportunities for Richmond-area women.

Information: minoritywomensnetwork.com.

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eocaching, 6:30-7:15 p.m., June 27, Centerville-Center Township Public Library, 126 E. Main St., Centerville. Like treasure hunting? Bring the whole family for a

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onnersville Bicentennial Celebration, Events are June 28 - July 7. More information is available at www. connersville200years.com.

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asers & Lights Train To Dinner, June 28, Whitewater Valley Railroad, 455 Market St., Connersville. Special running of the Twilight Limited Train to Dinner excursion departing Connersville Grand Central Station. Train will return back to the Connersville Bicentennial Celebration in time for the downtown Laser Light Show.

Limited seating is available and reservations are required. Fares are $29 per person and includes the round trip train ride, the meal, tax and tip. A printable menu is available.

Limited seating is available and reservations are required. Train operates rain or shine.

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eighborhood Movies: 8:30 p.m., June 29, Fairview Elementary, 60 N.W. L Street, Richmond. Richmond Parks &

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Recreation presents “Hotel Transylvania.”

Free.

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last at the Overpass Independence Day Celebration, July 4, Historic Depot District, Fort Wayne Avenue, Richmond. It’s

the place to be before and after the Richmond fireworks display from Glen Miller Park. Live music and food and drinks at the 4th Floor

Blues Club’s Outdoor Beer Garden. (765) 9663414 or www.richmondfurnituregallery.com/ festivals.php

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ivil War train excursion, Noon, July 4, Whitewater Valley Railroad, 455 Market St., Connersville.

Be in the middle of the action as an Union Army detachment protects the U.S. government payroll.

Along the line a relentless group of Confederate soldiers, simply known as Morgan’s Raiders, plan and wait. Two-hour layover in Metamora before your return trip to Connersville. Train

Potterypalooza - Sensational Experience Pottery • Food • Music Saturday, July 13th • 10am-5pm Music from 11am-1pm & 2pm-4pm

Join us for a celebration of ceramics as we turn a spotlight on talented regional artists who work in clay!

Pottery will be on display and available for purchase!

Functional ceramics like plates, bowls, and mugs will be shown alongside sculpture and art pieces! We will also highlight area food vendors who will be on site, selling delicious fare to enjoy while browsing the ceramic booths! Bring the whole family as there will be handson opportunities for both children and adults! Come get your hands in the clay!

Potters currently attending: Ben Clark • Billy and Li Cooper • Sandy Finney • Adam Gibb Carrie Longley • Didem Mert • Bob Reiberg • Scott Shafer Walt Schmidt • Larry Spears • Clara Whitman Parrett Brian Haviland • Kateri Kosta • John Stein • Carol Burt

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Richmond Art Museum

350 Hub Etchison Pkwy, Richmond, IN 47374 765.966.0256 • www.RichmondArtMuseum.org Hours: Tue-Fri 10am - 4pm • Sun 1pm - 4pm

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departs Connersville at 12:01 p.m. The round trip fares for this train are $22 for adult and $14 for children, one way fares are $16 for adults and $9 for children.

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eid Ride, July 20, Reid Hospital & Health Care, 1100 Reid Pkwy, Richmond.

Info: Reid Foundation, (765) 983-3102

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ueston Woods State Park Fireworks, Dusk, July 5, College Corner, Ohio. Call for more information: (513) 523-6347

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ree Family Bowling, 3-5 p.m., July 9, Centerville-Center Township Public Library, 126 E. Main St., Centerville. Join us, along with Morrisson-Reeves Library, for a free game of bowling with your family, including free shoe rental. Just bring a canned good for each person participating.

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ovies in the Glen: 8:30 p.m.

Saturdays in July at Glen Miller Park, 2414 E. Main Street, Richmond.

Schedule: July 6, “Ghostbusters,” July 13, “Men in Black,” July 20, “The Lion King,” July 27, “The Hunger Games.”

Free.

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ather Daughter Take A Walk Together, 6-8 p.m. July 11, former Glen Miller Golf Course, 2200 East Main St., Richmond. (765) 983-7425

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he Little Mermaid Jr., 7:30 p.m. July 12-13 and 19-20 and 2 p.m. July 14 and 21, Richmond Civic Theatre, 1003 E. Main St., Richmond. (765) 962-8011 or www. richmondcivictheatre.org

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istoric Centerville Garden Tour, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., July 13 amd 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

July 14, Mansion House, 214 E. Main St., Centerville. Tickets are $7 each. There will also be an ice cream social with homemade pie, ice cream, and a drink for $4.50. A map for the tour will be provided at the time of ticket purchase.

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pirit Academy and Paranormal Investigation, July 20, Wayne County Historical Museum, 1150 N. A St., Richmond. A rare opportunity to experience first-hand a ghost hunt just like the ones you see on TV. (765) 962-5756 or www. waynecountyhistoricalmuseum.com

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ild West Train, Noon, July 20, Whitewater Valley Railroad, 455 Market St., Connersville. Join the Circle D Rangers as they protect the Metamora-bound train on the third Saturday July through October and the third Sunday in October. The round-trip fares for this train are $22 for adult and $14 for children, one way fares are $16 for adults and $9 for children.

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eer, Blues, & BBQ, 5 p.m.-10 p.m., July 20, J&J Winery, 3415 National Road W., Richmond. Featuring Doug Hart Band with opener Brandon Roberts.

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usic by Corey R-J & The Colony, 7 p.m.-10:30 p.m., July 31, Taffy’s Coffee ndiana Reptile Breeders Expo, 10 a.m.4 p.m., July 21, Wayne County Fairgrounds, Co., 123 E. Main St., Eaton, Ohio.

861 Salisbury Road N., Richmond. More dates: Sept. 15 and Nov. 17.

Find your next exotic pet!

More than a thousand exotic species to choose from including but not limited to; frogs, turtles, snakes, spiders, geckos, and more. (937) 313-2436 or irbexpo.weebly.com/ index.html

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il’ J.U.K.O, July 22Aug. 2, Springwood Park: 60 Waterfall Road and Mary Scott Park: 101 N.W 8th St., Richmond.

10 a.m. – noon at Springwood; 1-3 p.m. at Mary Scott. Day camp for ages 3 – 5. Free. 765-983-7426

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ive in the Glen Concert Series, 8 p.m. Aug. 3, 10, 17 and 24 and 6 p.m.

Aug. 31, Glen Miller Park, 2200 E. Main St.,

Civic Hall Performing Arts Center Richmond Community Schools and Civic Hall Associates Proudly Presenting Series 2013-2014 Let's Hang On

pays tribute to one of the greatest vocal groups of all time, Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons and showcases performances of the Four Seasons mega-hits, performers are backed by a live band. Re-live the classic ‘Jersey Boy’ sound and look. You'll hear “Sherry”, “Big Girls Don't Cry”, “Walk Like a Man”, “I've Got You Under My Skin”, “Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You”, “December, 1963”, “Silence Is Golden” and “Let's Hang On” and other popular hits of the 60's and 70's .

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Saturday, October 12, 2013 / 8pm

New for 2013, the creators of American Big Band bring Big Band holiday favorites to life. Many all–time holiday hits from Bing to Buble’.

From the dawn of the Big Band Era…through the decades…into the 21st Century

American Big Band-Home for the Holidays

will be at the top of your holiday list. Don’t miss this holiday production at Civic Hall.

Saturday, December 14, 2013 / 8pm Pam Tillis and Lorrie Morgan are currently delighting old and new fans across North America on their highly successful

Grits and Glamour Tour

You don't have to be a jazz buff to enjoy

Ain't Misbehavin'

like Fats Waller himself you just have to love a good time.

Broadway musical encompasses 30 show-stopping musical numbers from honky-tonk dives to the Cotton Club, from Tin Pan Alley to The Waldorf. Snazzy period costumes, complete with bowlers and spats and pearls. It's a night of entertainment you won't soon forget.

Veteran recording artists and performers, they grace the country format with style, flair, and undeniable talent, carrying on the legacies of their fathers, late Opry star George Morgan and living legend Mel Tillis. They are backed by some of Nashville’s finest musicians and singers.

The Inspiration of Broadway

will be a wonderful evening of vocal music featuring J. Mark McVey from Les Miserables and the inspirational quartet styles of Ernie Haase and Signature Sound.

Featuring great songs: “Climb Every Mountain”, “Sit Down You’re Rocking the Boat”, “Get Happy”, “Sunrise, Sunset” and many more. This show will be an uplifting night for people of all ages.

Saturday, May 17, 2014 / 8pm

Saturday, March 15, 2014 / 8pm

Saturday, November 23, 2013 / 8pm

Order your tickets today!

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Civic Hall Performing Arts Center 380 Hub Etchison Parkway | Richmond, Indiana 47374

This engagement is supported by the Arts Midwest Touring Fund, a program of Arts Midwest, which is generously supported by the National Endowment for the Arts with additional contributions from the Indiana Arts Commission. These attractions are also made possible, in part, with support from the Community Foundation of Randolph County, the Indiana Arts Commission, a state agency, and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. Further funding has been provided through the generosity of our Sponsors: Richmond Community Schools, The Stamm Koechlein Family Foundation, KICKS 96 (WQLK-FM and WHON-AM), Wayne County Foundation, ThinkTV, Indiana Public Radio, Whitewater Broadcasting (1490 WKBV and G101-3 radio). Co-sponsors include: First Bank Richmond, Earlham College, Belden, U.S. Bank, Palladium-Item, Paust Printers, Wayne Bank and Trust Co., Dr. William H. Toedebusch, Dr. J. Michael and Nancy Perez and Family, Reid Hospital and Health Care Services, West End Bank, S. B., and the City of Richmond.

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destination

The Model T Museum showcases the car that “Put the World on Wheels.” A 1917 TT dump truck, 1923 English-built Town Car, fire truck, farm truck, cutaway demo, 1924 Army ambulance, Model T-powered airplane, Fordson Tractor, and other displays will transport you back in time. A gift shop offers books, videos, toys, clothing, and Model T-era memorabilia.

309 N. 8th Street Richmond (765) 488-0026

Depot District

Tue - Sun: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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High Hats Richmond’s Antique Mall & Gift Gallery

Antiques • Collectibles • Gifts • Consignment • Estate Purchasing

FOSTERS E STREET GALLERY WE ARE ALWAYS BUYING & SELLING

ESTATE JEWELRY GOLD VINTAGE COSTUME JEWELRY NATIVE AMERICAN JEWELRY

WAYNE COUNTY’S COIN DEALER

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Where Time Stops and Memories Begin

1964 AND EARLIER

VISIT FOSTER’S IN THE DEPOT DISTRICT!

421 North 8th St., Richmond In the Historical Depot District

MILITARY ITEMS CIVIL WAR THROUGH VIETNAM

VINTAGE CLOTHING POSTCARDS COINS (SINGLE OR ENTIRE COLLECTIONS)

825-829 NORTH “E” ST. RICHMOND, IN HOURS: WED-SAT 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

(Corner of North 8th & North ‘E’ St.)

765-994-0050 • Tues-Sat 10 am to 5 pm

MEN’S POCKET & WRIST WATCHES

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Paint The Towne Paint YYour Own Pottery y Studio

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Country Classics

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Art In Liquid Form

183 Fort Wayne Ave.,

765-966-0100 Store Hours

Wednesdays & Thursdays 10-5 Fridays & Saturdays 10-7

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Richmond. Schedule: Aug. 3, Sweet Beats; Aug. 10, Lil’ Frank & the Premiers; Aug. 17, Parrots of the Caribbean; Aug. 24, After Midnight; Aug. 31, local artist showcase. Free.

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hanticleer String Quartet and guest pianist Gordon Back, 3:30 p.m.4:45 p.m., Aug. 4, Chanticleer Farm, 944 Woods Road, Richmond. Also performing at Morrisson-Reeves Library, Arts Garden in Indianapolis, North Manchester, Wyoming, Ohio, Boys & Girls Clubs in Richmond and Richmond State Hospital. Free. See website chanticleerquartet.com

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he Statesman with Mr. Abraham Lincoln, Noon, Aug. 10, Whitewater Valley Railroad, 455 Market St., Connersville.

The round trip fares for this train are $22 for adult and $14 for children, one way fares are $15 for adults and $8 for children. Caboose tickets are available for $25 adult and $16 child.

Let the Fun Begin!

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Putt-Putt Golf & Games 410 Commerce Road (behind Eastside McDonald’s)

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RAvo! - Busting Out in Pink, Aug. 16, Location TBA. Fundraiser for breast cancer awareness programs organized by Reid Hospital. Info: (765) 983-3102

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ubilee Days, Aug. 16-17, Downtown Hagerstown, Ind. This event features a Festival Market where Amish raised produce and crafts of all kinds are available.

Entertainment such as a car show, musical shows and the traditional parade are enjoyed.

(765) 489-4780 or www.hagerstown.in.gov

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inosaur Train, Noon, Aug. 17-18 and 24-25, Whitewater Valley Railroad, 455 Market St., Connersville. Patterned after the hit PBS Television cartoon series, families take an adventurous ride to the Nature Trackers Activity Area where they explore, play and learn about life science, natural history and dinosaurs. Guests will meet their favorite T-rex, Buddy, find real fossils and dig for dinosaur bones! There is also giant

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dinosaurs and merchandise. Tickets are $26 years of Centerville history and architecture. per person (ages 1 and older).Tickets on sale at Friday’s events: Quilt show in the Mansion tickets.whitewatervalleyrr.org or via phone at House, food and craft booths, chalk art contest, opening ceremony, gospel singers, money pit.

Saturday’s events: Boy Scout pancake breakfast, food and craft booths, peddle tractor pull, quilt show, sidewalk sales, library book sale, money pit, parade, corn hole tournament, martial arts demonstration. Sunday’s events: Food and craft booths, performance

by Brian Benedict (The Singing Fireman), nohands eating contests (pie and watermelon), (765) 825-2054. money pit and Vesper service. (765) 855-5333, (765) 993-0419 or (765) 855-2946 or www. enterville Archway Days, Aug. 23-25, centervillein.com/id45.html throughout Centerville. Celebrate 199

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420 North Main Street, Lynn, Indiana 47355

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JW&P Fleamarket & Auction Antiques and Collectables

Auctions from 6pm -????? every Saturday night.

Fleamarket is open 11am to 6pm Tuesday – Friday, Saturday open from 11am to whenever on Auction Night, Sunday closes at 4pm

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ope Environmental Center Gala, Aug. 24, Cope Environmental Center, 4910 Shoemaker Road, Centerville.

Information/tickets: (765) 855-3188 or www. copeenvironmental.org

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anal Days, Sept. 7-8, around Cambridge City, Ind. Food, games, duck race, booths and more. 765-478-5352 or www. cambridgecityindiana.org.

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0th Annual Networking Together Regional Conference, Aug. 22-24, Holiday Inn, 6000 National Road E., Richmond. Hosted by the Richmond Minority Women’s Network, features local and nationally recognized speakers who focus on employment and career advancement, education, small business/entrepreneurship, family, personal development, health and wellness, personal finance and youth. (765) 965-5800 or minoritywomensnetwork.com

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eer, Blues, & BBQ, 6-10 p.m., Aug. 24, J&J Winery, 3415 National Road W., Richmond. Beer, Blues and BBQ with Doug Hart Band.

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oosier Corners Square Dancing, lessons start at 7 p.m. Sept. 5 and continue on Thursdays in Runyan Center at Earlham College, 801 National Road W., Richmond. For couples, singles, and families. A year’s lessons costs $20. 765) 9660680 or 966-2523.

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ictorian Dinner, 6 p.m. Sept. 12, Quaker Hill Conference Center, 10 Quaker Hill Dr., Richmond. Five-course ennett Walk of Fame Music Festival, Victorian dinner by chef Jen Ferrell. $40.

Limited to 40 guests. (765) 962-5741 or www. kickoff on Sept. 6 with most events on qhcc.org Sept. 7, Whitewater Gorge Park, 201 S. 1st St., Richmond. Schedule: (765) 962-2860 or http://starrgennett.org/ reble County Pork Festival, Sept.

21-22, Fairgrounds, 722 S. Franklin St., Richmond. Free admission and parking. (937) eritage Festival, Sept. 7-8, Wayne 456-7273 or Porkfestival.org.

County Historical Museum, 1150 N. A St., Richmond. Civil War re-enactors, food, kids’ activities, horse-drawn carriage rides and evi Coffin Days, Sept. 21-22, around more. Admission charged. (765) 962-5756 or Fountain City, Ind. Flea market, parade, www. Waynecountyhistoricalmuseum.org music, kids’ games, food and more. Levi Coffin

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House will be open for tours. (765) 847-2691 or http://www.waynet.org/levicoffin/default. htm

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torytime and Crafts/ Activities, Wednesdays during the summer reading program, 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m., storytime, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., activities. Centerville-Center Township Public Library, 126 E. Main St., Centerville. Every Wednesday during the Summer Reading Program, stories, songs, fingerplays, and much more. All ages welcome.

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amily Fun Fest, 11 a.m. 1 p.m. Sept. 28, 10th Street Park, Richmond. Games, face painting and prizes. Free. (765) 983-7426

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iverRats, McBride Stadium, 201 N.W. 13th St., Richmond. Start times vary per game. Home games: June 116; June 25- 26; July 2-3; July 4-5; July 6-7; July 12-13; July 20-21; July 23-24; July 30-31; August 1-2. Box seat $8; reserved seat $6. (765) 935-RATS or

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aturday Running Group, 7:30 a.m.

Saturdays, Running Wayne County, various locations, Richmond. Running Wayne County is an informal group of runners that meets at 7:30 a.m. every Saturday at various sites around Wayne County. There are short, medium and long routes. Email runningwaynecounty@gmail.com or visit its Facebook page.

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ennett Mansion Farm to Table dinners, 7 p.m. Fridays, JuneAugust. Gennett Mansion, 1829 E. Main St., Richmond. All dinners are $38 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Dinner is served at 7 p.m., you’re welcome to arrive as early as 6:30 p.m. to settle in, enjoy a drink, and browse

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lks Golf, Elks Lodge, 2100 U.S. 27 S., Richmond. Public golf available Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays after 1 p.m. for $40 for 18 holes with cart.

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ichmond American Discovery Hiking Club, Hike various woods and parks with a group. Call for schedule.

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4629 National Road East - Gateway Mall Richmond, Indiana 765-962-7678 www.stitchingnook.com

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the first and second floors of The Gennett Mansion. If you would like a historic tour, then please, call to schedule one; otherwise,

and gardens, as well as to prepare. (765) 9350055 or facebook.com/TheGennett

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uddleston Farmhouse Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturdays, Huddleston Farmhouse & National Road Interperative Center, 838 National Road, just west of Cambridge City. Indiana Landmarks’ 1841 Huddleston Farmhouse in eastern Indiana hosts a Saturday farmers’ market from June-September featuring local produce and handmade crafts. Market shoppers can expect to find locally grown honey, fresh mushrooms and a cornucopia of fresh vegetables.(765) 478-3172 or east@ indianalandmarks.org Dancing

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nteraction Singles Dance, 8 p.m., Fridays, Eagles Lodge, 75 S. 12th St., Richmond. Meeting and dance each Friday.

Must be 21 or older and single. Social hour from 6-7 p.m., discussion from 7-8 p.m. and dance from 8-11 p.m. Eagles membership not

questions can be answered after dinner.

Reservations are required. These are hand crafted dinners and take time to select the freshest ingredients from our local farmers

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hitewater Valley Railroad weekend rides, Whitewater Valley Railroad, 455 Market St., Connersville. Many Arts round trip fares for these train excursions are $22 for adult and $14 for children, but call for confirmation. Caboose tickets are ace to Face: Portraits from the also available on these excursions for $25 Permanent Collection, June 16, adult and $16 child. Tickets are on sale online Richmond Art Museum, 350 Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond. Open from June 16-Sept. at http://tickets.whitewatervalleyrr.org or by calling the Whitewater Valley Railroad’s 29. Free. The Richmond Art Museum has a Grand Central Station at (765) 825-2054. distinctive permanent collection consisting of nearly 4,000 artworks. This exhibition will feature portraits from the 19th and 20th enior travel opportunities, Preble centuries, including many self-portraits by County Senior Center, 800 E. St. Clair St., Indiana artists. Artists include Wayman Eaton, Ohio. Descriptive flyers are available Adams, John Elwood Bundy, William Merritt on all trips. www.prebleseniorcenter.org and Chase, Childe Hassam, John King, Marcus on Facebook page. One Day trips: June 27, Mote and Carl Zimmerman.

Beef & Boards Dinner Theater, Indianapolis, $71; July 25, Scioto Downs Racino, Columbus, Ohio, $30; Aug. 21, Cincinnati Reds vs. he Color of Water: Works by Beth Arizona Diamondbacks, $51; Sept. 26, Forst, Aug. 25-Sept. 29, Richmond Art Museum, 350 Hub Etchison Pkwy, Richmond. LaComedia Dinner Theatre, Springboro, Ohio, $62. Overnight trips also available.

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ll across Richmond and Wayne County, fairy doors/ homes/gardens are popping up in various storefronts, cafes, museums, and gardens.

Fairy Doors These tiny dwellings are similar to the urban fairy homes found in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Why would urban fairies appear in Wayne County? We believe a few adventurous fairies followed former Ann Arborite to her new home here in Richmond. Heather Lerner, Joseph Moore Museum of Natural History Director, is a University of Michigan alumna. The first fairy door appeared at the museum late 2012. New fairy homes are being found weekly around the county. In early July, visitors and locals alike will

be able to venture out in search of Wayne County’s newest residents when the Urban Fairy Trail map/ passport is unveiled.

Good to know: • To date, there are more than 25 fairy homes, doors and gardens. With more being announced almost daily.

• A special gift is in store for those finding all the fairy dwellings. Passports will need to be returned to the Welcome Center in order to receive the special gift.

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