Avon Magazine June 2024

All’s Fair

Steve Patterson Talks 10 Years as Executive Director of the Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds and Conference Complex

Deep Roots

OWNERS OF AVON GARDENS CARRY ON A COLORFUL AND LASTING LEGACY

Colorful Occasion

Hendricks County Fairgrounds Welcomes Indy Tattoo Expo

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Owners of Avon Gardens Carry on a Colorful and Lasting Legacy

Steve Patterson Talks 10 Years as Executive Director of the Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds and Conference Complex

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OWNERS OF AVON GARDENS CARRY ON A COLORFUL AND LASTING LEGACY

Writer / Melissa Gibson

Photographers / Amy Payne & Larry Gindhart

Residents in Avon and surrounding areas might recall the story of Karen Robbins and how Avon Gardens was created.

In 1987 Robbins bought her grandparents’ pig farm and turned it into a garden paradise, with more than 200 varieties of flowers, lush greenery and ponds.

Couples began flocking there to create the perfect wedding, gardeners loved to shop at the garden center on the property while learning gardening tips and tricks, and residents simply enjoyed walking along the paths and taking in the beauty of each space Robbins created.

In August of 2023 Robbins passed away, but she knew she wanted her garden to be placed in good hands.

Not only did the entire staff stay on at Avon Gardens, but the business is also now owned by two former employees, Taylor Doehrman and Tara Cody.

She spoke to both women before naming them co-owners a few years ago, and knew

their skills and talents naturally fell into the work they do today.

“Karen and I had a conversation about it a couple of years ago, and I said I’m not going anywhere,” Cody said. “I feel really lucky that she trusted me enough to leave me the wedding side of the business, and I also do the bookkeeping.”

Cody has a degree in music education and taught for 10 years before returning to her former college job at Avon Gardens.

“I came back to the gardens because I didn’t really know what I wanted to do with my life, and it was kind of like divine intervention,” Cody said. “I was brought back here at a certain time for a reason. My music education skills still get put to good work. I’ve organized concerts with hundreds of children and have a great attention to detail.”

“HER NUMBER-ONE GOAL WAS TO BE SURE THE GARDENS WOULD ALWAYS BE AROUND”

-Taylor

Doehrman

Cody said Robbins was a tough boss, but instilled in her the love and passion she has for creating the perfect space for a wedding.

“She had very high standards, and of course now I appreciate it because I also have very high standards,” Cody said. “When you’re preparing for someone’s wedding day, it’s about making it as beautiful as possible. Karen was so passionate about sharing this space. It’s nice to share it with others.”

Doehrman also spoke to Robbins and was a part of the succession plan. She manages the gardening, landscaping and retail space on the five acres of displayed gardens.

“I’m the resident horticulturist,” Doehrman said. “I studied sustainability and agriculture, and minored in horticulture. It kind of happened naturally. Every time I could choose a course in college, I went with botany or horticulture, and after graduation I worked in ecological restoration.”

They’ve both been co-owners of Avon Gardens for years - a littleknown fact for those who weren’t in the business family. This also assured Robbins that they had years of experience before she passed. Robbins knew they would bring the different strengths and passions each woman had to the gardens’ benefit.

“Her number-one goal was to be sure the gardens would always be around,” Doehrman said. “She wanted to be sure she’d find the right people who would do that. There’s a lot of different aspects to the

business, and it’s important that we wouldn’t just do the gardening or just do the weddings. She wanted to make sure her legacy would be preserved here.”

In fact, both women say they don’t see how Robbins did it on her own for so long.

“Karen was an accountant,” Doehrman said. “She was just a hobby gardener. She loved day lilies and hostas. She was passionate about plants and wanted to share it with people. She was never formally trained, and it just goes to show that you don’t need a fancy degree.”

It’s encouraging and inspiring to the many who walk the paths at Avon Gardens. New gardeners and even those experienced can learn something new, whether observing the different

plants or taking a class.

Doehrman and Cody plan to continue the same services they’ve always had.

“Weddings and receptions are a big draw but we also have retail, a garden center open from April to October, and during business hours people can come and walk through the gardens,” Doehrman said. “We have cut flowers that pick up later in the summer and

we also offer U-pick sessions to make your own bouquets. We’re also offering classes throughout the year.”

They have a few new ideas of their own too.

“We have some interests we shared with Karen like sustainability and regenerative gardening,” Doehrman said. “Animals were a passion of Karen’s, and we’re partnering with Misty Eyes [Animal Center] a few times this season. We want to continue to grow those interests we shared with her.”

The beauty and the magnitude of the grounds often surprise people. Driving by on the road, one might only see a small portion of the property, and both Doehrman and Cody see the reaction of guests on a regular basis.

“The garden center is located in the front,” Cody said. “When you walk around the corner it really blows people away.”

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Co-owners Tara Cody & Taylor Doehrman

Most of all, the co-owners want to dispel any rumors after Robbins’ passing. They’re here and they’re ready to carry on her legacy for the next 20 years.

“We often hear we’re the best-kept secret and we don’t want to be,” Doehrman said. “Karen often said she’s paid too much in advertising for people to say they’ve never heard of us before. We want people to know we’re here and we’re offering events. Our location might be a little bit of a hidden gem but we want to get the word out.”

They’re also bringing Robbins’ name and spirit along in everything they do, and they’re thankful to their mentor for what they have today.

“We know she’s here and she’s going to let us know if we’re messing up,” Cody said. “Part of the beauty of this place is the spirit of her ancestors here. She

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Karen enjoying the gardens she created.

believed that they help the garden grow and we believe she’s here

Doehrman agreed.

“We’re thankful to Karen for creating this in the first place,” Doehrman said. “You’d never know this started out as a pig farm. To see what she’s done here just makes you feel lucky to be a part of it every day. To walk with the flowers is to walk with Karen.”

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ALL’S FAIR

STEVE PATTERSON TALKS 10 YEARS AS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE HENDRICKS COUNTY 4-H FAIRGROUNDS AND CONFERENCE COMPLEX

Anyone who has hosted an event at the Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds and Conference Complex has likely had the opportunity to meet Steve Patterson.

He loves meeting and working with people, serving others, and multitasking. In 2024 he’ll celebrate 10 years as the

executive director of the fairgrounds.

For those who haven’t hosted an event, Patterson’s the one we don’t often see, balancing and organizing the year-round conferences, festivals, events and more at the fairgrounds.

He has had 4-H in his life for decades.

“I was in 4-H for 10 years and when I was in college at Ball State in the mid to late 1980s, I worked in the Extension office as a summer assistant,” Patterson said. “I put together the 4-H fair during the summers and then I started working at the Indiana State Fair too. Fairs and events have been in my blood for many years.”

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Steve Patterson

In 1992 Patterson joined the Hendricks County 4-H Fair board. He served in all of the roles: treasurer, secretary, vice president and president.

Then, in 2014 the executive director position opened up, and after much discussion the board voted to hire Patterson to lead the way.

It’s safe to say the decision paid off. The position isn’t an easy one, and requires someone who can juggle multiple tasks simultaneously.

It’s a 110-acre facility with outdoor, indoor and campground accommodations, and it welcomes everything from small conferences to large festivals and events.

“When you look at my job, there are four pillars,” Patterson said. “I do rentals, financial management, board governance and their committees, and the county fair. The county fair is a whole different thing outside of renting the grounds for an event.”

The reputation of Patterson and the 4-H Fairgrounds speaks for itself. In fact, they consistently book out up to several years at a time. After one positive experience,

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He isn’t searching for them either. The majority of the events come to Hendricks County through word of mouth.

The fairgrounds hosts the Purdue Small Farm conference, Indiana Vegetables Growers Association conference, and the Indiana Fire Investigation Conference to name a few. It’s home to the Indy Tattoo Expo, the Indiana Junior Rodeo Association and international events like the National Powwow.

Patterson is behind it all, helping guests create the best experience possible. Anyone who has hosted a barbecue or birthday party knows not everything goes smoothly. Just imagine that with tens of thousands of people in attendance.

“I love working with people and seeing their event be a success,” Patterson said. “It’s not always rose-colored glasses. Sometimes there’s issues but people don’t realize it. There might be some tweaking of schedules or changing layouts, but the bottom line is, the event is an overall success.”

It’s what Patterson does best.

“When I came in it was all white walls, so one of the first things I did was buy some piping and drapes to create the look and feel we’re going for,” Patterson said. “We want to be able to utilize the space and create a cozy space for those events.”

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It’s these special accommodations and the extra effort that cause some groups to return after they’ve left for a few years for a different venue. They know that Patterson and the fairgrounds team will do their best to meet their needs.

Of course, most anticipated is the annual county fair.

Patterson said planning for next year’s fair begins the day after the current year’s fair ends.

“We’re already looking at 2025 and the entertainment we need,” he said. “We have to think about that about a year and a half in advance because it’s so competitive out there. When I walked in, we didn’t have committees and we’ve created those to run the fair and operations. They meet throughout the year and give us feedback, and we have a lot of talks and discussion.”

He’s even got what he calls the Fair Bible.

“It’s a living document that we keep updated,” he said. “My goal is, by the time the fair starts in July, we have all of Is dotted and Ts crossed. If I’m not

there, it still runs smoothly. We have a great full- and part-time staff that understand the overall vision. It’s sort of a joke to follow ‘Steve’s fair template.’”

As requests for accommodation continue to pour in and the calendar routinely gets

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“The discussion is always, ‘Are we a fairground or a conference center?’ and I say we’re both,” he said. “For the conference center, however, we need to take it up to the next level. The board and operations committee are aware and we’re currently working on a feasibility study and developing a master plan.”

Patterson said they’ll be looking forward to the next 20 years for the 4-H Fairgrounds and identifying needs in further development.

“There’s plans underway to see what we need to do,” he said. “We’re looking at improving parking, accessibility, traffic flow, etcetera. We really haven’t done anything since we moved in, in 2006.”

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“It’s a lot of multitasking and customer service,” he said. “You can’t just walk into it and be able to pick it up. We’re a pretty lean staff right now and we could expand it. I’d love to have the next person in line within the next few years.”

For now, frequent visitors to the fairgrounds know that when the red truck is parked outside, Patterson is there and ready to help in any way he can.

“I’m there a lot but I love my job,” he said. “It’s fun to see these events come together and see the parking lot full. When we started, we had hopes it would be successful. You have goals and dreams, and I’ve enjoyed it and it was fun and it’s still fun.”

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INDY TATTOO EXPO

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The Indy Tattoo Expo is returning for its fourth year, and this time it’ll be at the Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds and Conference Complex, bringing more than 200 tattoo artists to showcase their talent.

The family-friendly expo is the result of the passion that Chris Taylor, owner of Ink Therapy Tattoo and Piercing studio in Plainfield, and others at the shop have for their craft.

“I’ve been tattooing in Indy for 30 years now and it’s just a representation of my life’s work,” Taylor said. “Hopefully people see tattooing at a high level. All of the artists were preselected, and we want to show people what it is and what it has to offer.”

Thirty years ago Taylor had a chance to learn from his mentor, James “Rabbit” Sanders, one of the tattooing pioneers in central Indiana. Through conversations with Sanders’ daughter, Trina, the two devised a plan to bring tattoo artists together under one roof.

Expos are often held in major cities and continue to pop up across the country, but Taylor said as a young artist, he couldn’t afford to travel to the tattoo shows in New York City or San Francisco. Bringing something similar to the local Indianapolis area is an opportunity for artists and customers alike.

Like any other artistic outlet, education and inspiration allows for growth, and the Indy Tattoo Expo supports both. They’re able to promote themselves and learn from each other. Creating an artist network allows younger people in the business to find mentors and resources they might not have been able to receive otherwise.

“It’s a chance to go out and be inspired, and be around other artists,” Taylor said. “We compete and we learn about other styles. You can make good connections, connect with new clients and compete with fellow artists.”

Chris Taylor & Trina Sanders-Sours

Across the country styles differ, meaning the color palette and tattoo style one would get in California might be completely different than the options you’d see in Florida. Customers looking for the perfect tattoo might have to travel a large distance to find just what they are looking for. However, an expo brings artists from across the country to the customer.

“You can get that right here under one roof, instead of flying to California,” Taylor said. “It’s good for everyone.”

Perhaps at one time tattoo artists had a negative reputation, and perhaps the art form didn’t bring the kind of appreciation other forms of art have enjoyed. However, Taylor said this perception is changing. Television shows premiered, tattoo artists became influencers, and some have year-long waitlists for their work.

“There has been a stigma but I’ve seen it improve over the past 30 years,” Taylor said. “The expo allows people to come in who aren’t sure what this is about, and they get to see the great smiles and happy people. These artists are finding joy in their work, and you’ll see young kids and families; it’s not a bunch of rough guys. The kids in particular are fascinated with it, because who has a better imagination than kids?”

Taylor said what used to be a name or initials has become a blank canvas with colorful, detailed designs, similar to what one would find in an art gallery.

Throughout the three-day event, the main attraction will be live tattoo artists working on their craft, amidst decor with a “Great Gatsby” theme. However, they haven’t forgotten about the entire family. Entertainment includes the Peru Circus, featuring acrobats and other performers with unique and special talents.

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taking appointments for haircuts, and art and jewelry vendors will be on hand.

Each evening there will be tattoo competitions for best style, design and work. Don’t forget to see the 1920s-themed display, sharing 100 years of tattoo history.

Much of the live tattooing has been prescheduled (something to remember for the 2025 expo). However, some artists will be taking customers on a first-come, first-served basis throughout the day.

Not only are they getting rid of the stigma that might be associated with tattooing, but Taylor said there’s an education element too. Think of the body as a canvas. Some tattoos are for

the artistic outlet and others are very personal.

“I think it’s good for mental health,” Taylor said. “No one cares what you look like. You’re doing something just for you, and there’s something about the endorphin rush or release. There are groups that pay for soldiers with PTSD to get a tattoo. I’ve worked with women who have overcome breast cancer. It’s just that powerful.”

For others, it’s simply marking the occasion - their story in an art form.

“Maybe it’s Florida spring break with the girls or a portrait of your grandmother,” Taylor said. “There’s a story, a timeline, a history behind each one.”

It’s the first time the Indy Tattoo Expo will be held at the Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds and Conference Complex. As the City of Indianapolis is taking notice and they outgrew their previous venue, Taylor was glad to find the perfect fit.

“We’re able to add an additional 40 booths at this location,” he said. “I was sort of worried about moving my event but they were so helpful at the fairgrounds. It was a great experience and I think for the price and wanting to help the community, it’s going to be great. We’re bringing close to a half a million people into Hendricks County.”

In addition, visitors are supporting more than 200 local businesses.

“Each booth is a separate business - a separate artist making a life and career out of their work,” Taylor said. “I don’t have big corporate businesses sponsoring this event. It’s out of my own pocket, but I think elevating people is where real success is measured. Putting all of these artists under one roof is elevating our art and each person.”

Ink Therapy is the largest known shop in the area for piercings. They’re heavily involved in the community, sponsoring organizations like Sheltering Wings, Susie’s Place and others.

The Indy Tattoo Expo will be held from noon to midnight on June 14, 11 a.m. to midnight on June 15, and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on June 16. Visit indytattooexpo.com for tickets and more information.

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