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more. Think local, handmade, one-of-a-kind, and unique experiences—with the entire process a gift for the benefactor as well as the recipient.
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HOUSED IN A 120+-YEAR-OLD BARN, BROWN’S BITTERSWEET FARM IN PERRY COUNTY IS A UNIQUE SHOPPING VENUE WITH ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES, AND MORE.
Michigan, where she grew up, and where she and her great-aunts— her grandmother’s younger sisters—always seemed to be.
She finds herself thinking about them often as
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Ali Dixon’s holiday memories are all about the kitchen. In Port Huron,
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Plainfield. She opened last year, just before the holidays. She remembers fondly the man who bought some nobake cookies. He tasted one, “and he started crying,” Dixon says. “He said they were just like his mom’s— who had passed away.”
That heartfelt experience confirmed her belief
that she’s just where she ought to be, and she’s looking forward to this holiday season. In addition to chocolates THE SHOPS AT PERRY CROSSING IN PLAINFIELD—WHICH HOSTS SPECIAL HOLIDAY EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE SEASON—IS HOME NOT ONLY TO MAJOR RETAILERS, BUT ALSO LOCALLY-OWNED SPECIALTY SHOPS LIKE SCHAKOLAD CHOCOLATE FACTORY.
already-made—including chocolate houses instead
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of gingerbread houses—she has kits available for those who want to build their own chocolate houses or churches. Each kit includes not only the chocolates but also the molds.
It presents two related ideas for
gift-giving: an item, or an experience. Kits like Dixon’s come with DIY instructions; experiences might involve a class or other hands-on involvement.
Ideas are endless. An elephant
encounter at Wilstem Ranch near French Lick. A glass-blowing class at the Kokomo Opalescent Glass factory. A paper-piecing lesson at Quilt Expressions in Fishers.
How about a weekend away? Unique
lodging possibilities include a balcony room overlooking the domed atrium at West
DOWNTOWN FORT WAYNE’S FREE HOLLY TROLLEY CONNECTS TO MORE THAN 100 LOCAL SHOPPING SPOTS.
NOV. 3 @ 8:00 PM Anthony Gomez Concert & Album Release Party
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MANY TREASURES & SIMPLE PLEASURES Jay County’s towns hold treasures of all kinds, from antiques & primitive shops, to fudge & coffee shops, live entertainment, and lots of year-round events. For more information about these events go to
KEY PALACE THEATER, REDKEY
Check out Anthony Gomes, proclaimed guitarist who plays a fusion of blues, rock, and soul. NOV. 3 @ 7:30 PM Royalwood in Concert ARTS PLACE, PORTLAND
See Royalwood, one of Canada’s most accomplished singer/songwriters and proclaimed “Songwriter of the Year” by iTunes.
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Featuring the Festival of Trees in the Portland Courthouse Parade of Lights November 30 at 7:30 p.m. with lighted floats, marching band, and arrival of Santa!
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Delt’s Holiday Craft and Gift Show JAY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL, PORTLAND
One of the area’s largest craft shows with over 150 booths!
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Baden Springs Hotel in Orange County, a floating cabin on Patoka Lake, an 1830s federal style house furnished with primitive antiques in Centerville.
Or out-of-the ordinary dining
Carnegie library is a novel idea. Help make a meal, 19th-century style, at Hearthside Suppers at Conner Prairie in Fishers. Step back in time at the Martindale House in Metamora.
Before the gift-giving,
however, comes the shopping. That also provides holiday memories. Bazaars, pop-up markets, and special sales have already begun. Many cities have some sort of big holiday kick-off with a tree-lighting ceremony close to Thanksgiving.
On the heels of Black
Friday is Shop Small Saturday, encouraging shoppers to buy local. On Nov. 24 Fort Wayne will offer free rides on eight trolleys. Frank Howard of Downtown Fort Wayne says they’ll connect to more than 100 local shopping opportunities. A lot of merchants do something special—offer cookies and punch, or cocoa, or photo opportunities with Santa. “What you’ll find downtown
will be unique,” he says. “You’re going to find something you
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Piece of Glass Art Want to give someone a special gift that’s not only beautiful but also handmade by you? Kokomo Opalescent Glass has been making gorgeous art and sculptural glass products since 1888. And while their gift shop has an enormous selection of pieces for you to choose from, did you know they offer classes where you can make your very own piece of glass art? Learning to work with glass is exciting and fun, and their artists have decades of experience in a variety of techniques and mediums that they share with their students. The skills taught at their classes can be enjoyed for a lifetime, and they offer something for everyone, from the beginner to the advanced artist. These courses make great outings for individuals and small groups … and of course, they make great gifts. Classes include stained glass, building a kaleidoscope, mosaics, bead making, painting on glass, and more. For the ultimate experience, KOG offers the glass blowing, a hands-on, immersive opportunity to take hot molten glass and turn it into a beautiful art object. When you take a class at KOG, they provide everything you need including materials, supplies, and tools. As an option, they also offer tool kits that can be purchased at a deep discount for anyone taking a class. KOG can also do custom pieces, and their glassmakers can craft anything you can think of from suncatchers that will brighten your porch, to bowls, vases, and so much more. If it’s glass, they can do it. For more information on KOG and their classes, call 765-457-1829. You can also go to: www.kog.com/classes.
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IN ITS SECOND YEAR, CARMEL’S CHRISTKINDLMARKT BRINGS THE OLD WORLD CHARM OF A LONGSTANDING EUROPEAN TRADITION TO THE CITY WITH CRAFTS, FOOD, ENTERTAINMENT, ICE SKATING RINK, AND MORE. PHOTO I CITY OF CARMEL
tears into the wrapping paper is going to open something that you’re guaranteed nobody else in the room will open.”
There’s the fourth annual window decorating
contest; this year’s theme is “Downtown Holiday Jukebox.” Each window display will pay tribute to “We call downtown everybody’s new
neighborhood because everybody’s welcome,” Howard says.
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a particular holiday song.
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won’t find on your supermarket endcap. Whoever
Earlier, the Pink Wagon Market will be at
the Shoppes of Seymour Outlet Center Nov. 2-3. It features handmade, vintage and bohemianinspired sellers. CHANDELIER BARN MARKET OWNERS LISA AND DENNIS WILSON CREATED THEIR MARKET ON A REAL WORKING FARM IN SOUTHERN INDIANA, AND FEATURE UNIQUE, HANDMADE ITEMS.
The Chandelier Barn Market on the Wilson
family farm near Montgomery will host the Chandelier Country Christmas Nov. 9-10. The
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Built in 1881, the home boasts 25 rooms with 7 guest rooms total, 3 of which are spacious suites and the remainder comfortable guest rooms. 11 fireplaces are located within the inn along with 2 dining rooms, a relaxing front porch, as well as a rooftop party deck off the third floor! Restaurants, pubs, boutiques, live theater, and a pedestrian bridge over the Ohio River are literally a few hundred feet from your front door.
Walk to restaurants and craft libations, all in the heart of beautiful Brown County, southern Indiana.
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event features the work of artists and crafters in a setting with “a true authentic country farm feel.”
The southern Indiana town
of Ferdinand will host its annual Christkindlmarkt Nov. 17-18. Bavarian foods, Christmas decorations and gifts are sold in a festival setting that honors the traditions of Germany’s celebration that began in the 14th century. Chandelier Barn Market is an event marketplace located in a truly unique country setting, on a real working farm, in Southern Indiana. It’s run by husband and wife team, Dennis and Lisa Wilson, on the farm which has been in operation for over 140 years. You’ll see the barns and tents packed full with fabulous
THE VILLAGE SHOPS AT DAS ESSENHAUS IN ELKHART COUNTY ARE ORIGINAL HOMESTEAD BUILDINGS THAT ARE NOW A COLLECTION OF FIVE QUAINT GIFT SHOPS, AND CARRY A VARIETY OF ITEMS INCLUDING CHILDREN’S TOYS. PHOTO I ELKHART COUNTY, IN CVB
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WABASH CANNONBALL CHILI COOK-OFF
CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE
Largest cook-off east of the Mississippi!
Make it a weekend and see a main stage
Shop the trendy boutiques,
Paradise Spring Historical Park
show at the Honeywell Center!
try wine flights at the Wine & Cheese Shoppe, or
October 20 12pm-5pm $5 Per Person
Nov. 18
2pm & 7:30pm
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sip craft brews at Chapman's Brewery. Enjoy downtown Wabash during the holiday season !
There’s also a public skating rink in the middle of
spaces are transformed into mini boutiques, rich with
the market.
artistic talent from many amazing makers. You’ll find
antiques, re-purposed items, painted furniture, up-
at Carmel’s festival. Hoosier craftsmen also invite
cycled lighting, boutique clothing, handmade jewelry,
people in to watch them work, at their individual
and so much more. And of course ... beautiful
studios as well as at special events. Centerville’s
chandeliers hanging in their barns.
Scott Shafer is a potter. Shipshewana’s Loren Yoder
Woodcarvers come from Germany to work
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Sundays Nov. 17-Dec. 23. It too honors the traditions enjoyed at German Christmas markets the world over. “The goal of the market is to have the most authentic
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Germanic Christmas market in the United States,” says Maria Murphy, CEO of Carmel Christkindlmarkt.
Last year—the event’s inaugural year—a group
from Germany visited a number of Christkindlmarkts in the United States. “They said our market was the most authentic,” Murphy says. “In our first year!”
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creates leather goods. Brian Newton makes brooms in rural Harrison County. They all live in areas that host holiday shopping events.
Museums, too, get in the merriment with their
own celebrations. And they just happen to stock awe-inspiring items in their gift shops that tie to their topics of interest. If you’re going just to shop, there’s no entrance fee.
Museum memberships make great gifts, too.
And then there’s the Indiana Welcome Center in
Hammond. The South Shore Convention & Visitors Authority presents its annual three-weekends’ take on the movie “A Christmas Story.”
“We are humbled to be a part of a holiday
tradition for many families,” says Erika Dahl, CVA director of communications. “We also enjoy welcoming new visitors each season and helping them build lasting memories.”
Indeed. Titled “A Christmas Story Comes Home,”
the event begins Dec. 1 with kids’ activities that include a scavenger hunt and “Flick” Bingo. On Dec. 8 the “Oh Fuuudge!” relay race requires parent/child teams to “change a tire” and run through an obstacle course while holding steady a hubcap filled with lug nuts. On Dec. 15 the “Mommy’s Little Piggy” eating contest has adults as well as children gobbling down mashed potatoes without the use of eating utensils.
And the gift shop? “Our best-selling
THE TWELVE MONTHS OF CHRISTMAS STORE IN BEDFORD IS OPEN OCTOBER THROUGH DECEMBER. PHOTO I JANE DANIELS PHOTOGRAPHY
items are anything leg lamp related— including the leg lamp,” Dahl says.
re-opened the historic building as Mercantile 37, a studio
showroom, market, and café. Tapping into their network
You won’t find a leg lamp at Mercantile
37, but anyone who grew up driving
of local makers, the family wanted to create a “gathering
past the abandoned Wheeler’s Truck
spot” of home goods and products, gift items and more—
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all made by local artisans. The café, which bears the name “Wheeler’s,” is open for breakfast and lunch, and specializes in local meats and produce. Even their coffee
life. Nick Roudebush, who specializes in making rustic
bar uses locally-roasted coffee. A great destination,
industrial lighting, along with his wife and father, recently
indeed, for finding a special holiday gift.
to upscale furniture and fine jewelry, to primitives, artisan
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products, home decor, floral, chocolate, gourmet food, bath and body, jewelry, Indiana made wine and more.
If there’s an antique enthusiast on your list, you have
to check out Exit 76 Antique Mall in Edinburgh. There’s 72,000 square feet of incredible shopping, with 600 vendor booths offering everything from antiques and collectibles
Bloomington, offers three stories of quality merchandise, including artisan-made crafts. LOCATED IN A RENOVATED HISTORIC TRUCK STOP ALONG HIGHWAY 37 IN ATLANTA, INDIANA, MERCANTILE 37 IS A NEWLY-OPENED STUDIO SHOWROOM, LOCAL MARKET, AND CAFÉ.
Another great destination shopping spot is the Warm
Cookie Stroll on Dec. 8. The sweet thought of cookies will
Glow Candle Outlet in Centerville, just a few minutes from
entice people to visit, but the busiest downtown shop will
Richmond. This 22,000-square-foot shopping mecca,
undoubtedly be the Martinsville Candy Kitchen, a long-
easily recognized off I-70 because of the giant candle
time favorite for candy canes. It’s in the midst of its 100th
sitting out front, carries 60 fragrances of candles and
anniversary celebration.
But this year’s winning-est idea just might be in
Morgan County. Especially festive will be the Martinsville
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BEDFORD • MITCHELL LAWRENCE COUNTY The Twelve Months of Christmas, located
With a stage once graced by Broadway’s
There is a place within the Southern
on the Northside of the Square in Historic
biggest stars, leading films and their
Indiana rolling hills that’s called “Limestone
Downtown Bedford, IN is a 3-story Christmas
producers, and even the President of the
Country” because of the stone terrain
Shop, with nothing but Christmas items.
United States, the Mitchell Opera House
found there. This limestone can be found
Have a collection? Why not consider
invites you back to a simpler time. Buy a
here in Indianapolis at Monument Circle, in
starting one? With: Byers’ Carolers (Made
ticket, bring the family, and try to keep your
Washington DC at the Pentagon, and in New
in America) Fontanini Nativities, Karen
toes from tapping.
York City at the Empire State Building.
Didion Santas, Nutcrackers, Snowglobes, and Heirloom Tree Ornaments! 915 15th St Bedford, IN 47421 812-275-2001
Open October–December Monday-Saturday 11am–5pm
Visit www.mitchelloperahouse.com and go
It is the home of a special outdoor
to the Events Section for a complete list of
playground of caves, forests, rivers,
performances or visit the “Live Performance”
Bluespring Caverns, Spring Mill State Park and
section within this publication!
the communities of Bedford and Mitchell.
217 N 7th Street
533 W. Main Street
Mitchell, IN 47446
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Experience the Season in Historic Downtown Whiting.
765-457-1829 MON-FRI 9-5, SAT 9-1
www.kog.com
Grab your holiday shopping list and spend a day with friends and family in the City of Whiting’s quaint and
Help us celebrate our 130th year. Tour the historic factory and visit the
cozy downtown business district. With walkable shops
Op Shop. We are America’s oldest manufacturer of art glass, which can
and eateries galore, 119th Street offers handcrafted,
be found around the world. Louis Comfort Tiffany and Frank Lloyd Wright
homemade products that embody the holiday spirit.
are two of our better-known customers. We continue the tradition of handmade art glass in the same building, using the same techniques,
Spread the cheer, savor the season, and share the
and the same formulas. The tour allows you to get up close to hot
warmth of gift giving all holiday season long in Whiting.
molten glass, watch glass blowers at work, and visit our studio artists.
For a full list of restaurants and retail in Whiting, visit
Lessons in glass art are also available. KOG is an important part of
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ALBANESE CANDY 5441 E. Lincoln Hwy. Merrillville, IN 46410
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855-272-3227 MON-SAT 9-8, SUN 10-6
www.albanesecandy.com For over 30 years, Albanese World’s Best Gummies, Chocolates and Fresh Roasted Nutmeats, have been made at our factory located in the heart of the Midwest—in the middle of a soybean field in Indiana to be specific—and produced with only the highest quality ingredients sourced exclusively from American & European growers. From Double Dipped Peanuts made with extra-large Virginia peanuts, roasted to perfection and generously covered in creamy milk chocolate, to 12 Flavors of soft, flavorful Gummies, all in one bag—you’ll taste the difference that better ingredients make.
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With its emphasis on small businesses, unique gifts, and a stress free environment, Holly Trolley isn’t just a shopping trip, it’s an experience you will look forward to! Seven free trolleys will transport attendees around beautiful Downtown Fort Wayne as well as the Wells Street and West Main Corridors. Three different trolley routes will connect you to more than 100 shopping opportunities, great holiday activities and delicious dining options!
1910 W. US 30 Merrillville, IN 46410
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DOWNTOWN FORTVILLE www.visithancockcounty.org
RICHMOND / WAYNE COUNTY DECK THE HALLS ARTISAN TRAIL 765-935-8687 or
town of Fortville is a true shopping destination—with a variety of shops including ladies boutiques, home décor, gifts, and more! Some shops specialize in carrying pieces from Indiana artisans, while others offer unique ladies apparel. Make it a full day out by enjoying one of the
Highlighting talented artisans scattered throughout Wayne County, you’ll find local artisan studios and retail galleries featuring one-of-akind wares perfect for gift giving. Holiday events and entertainment can also be found along the trail.
wonderful locally-owned restaurants.
HO L I DAY
Hinshaw ROCK N’ GEMS Nationally and internationally known artisans, the Hinshaw family has been creating beautiful jewelry and decorator pieces since 1961. Unique jewelry designed and created by silversmith, Merrill Hinshaw. Named by Lapidary Journal as one of the top ten stone polishers in the nation, the Hinshaws cut and polish stones by hand to create a work of art.
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812-936-7255 HinshawRockNGems.com For visitor info: 812-936-3418 or VisitFrenchLickWestBaden.com
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25625 St. Rd. 37 Atlanta, IN 46031
317-431-0480 WED-THURS 9-5, FRI 9-6, SAT 8-6
www.mercantile37.com
www.visitrichmond.org
Located in Hancock County, the quaint
MERCANTILE 37
Mercantile 37 is a showroom featuring unique products and gifts by 25+ local makers. We work to offer quality, custom products for homeowners, builders, and designers alike. Our vision is to connect and enrich the local community of craftsman with quality-conscious consumers. We also have a coffee bar and café on site, so come by and enjoy a local meal while you shop.
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WEST BADEN SPRINGS HOTEL TREE LIGHTING, FRENCH LICK
THROUGH OCTOBER 21
Kuehnert Dairy Fall Festival FORT WAYNE
visitfortwayne.com
OCTOBER 5-7, 12-14, 19-21, 26-28
Amazing Fall Fun Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch WATERLOO dekalbcvb.org
OCTOBER 1-31
Cornucopia Farm SCOTTSBURG cornucopiafarm.com
OCTOBER 5
Fall Fest NOBLESVILLE
OCTOBER 6
Oktoberfest CROWN POINT crownpoint.in.gov
Apples, Engines, and Hay! at O’Bannon Woods State Park CORYDON thisisindiana.org
OCTOBER 2-7
Orange County Pumpkin Festival FRENCH LICK
OCTOBER 5-6
frenchlick.com
visitmoco.com
Haunted Jail 2018 CRAWFORDSVILLE
Seymour Oktoberfest SEYMOUR jacksoncountyin.com
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noblesvillemainstreet.org
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Pendleton Fall Harvest Festival PENDLETON
OCTOBER 7
OCTOBER 12
visitandersonmadisoncounty.com
munster.org
jacksoncountyin.com
Potter’s Bridge Fall Festival NOBLESVILLE
OCTOBER 7, 13-14, 20-21, 28
Fall Harvest Days HUNTINGBURG
visithamiltoncounty.com OCTOBER 6-7
Cowtober Fest FAIR OAKS
Pumpkins, Witches & Hayrides MUNSTER
Fall Foliage Ride & Dine Spirit of Jasper Train Excursion JASPER visitduboiscounty.com OCTOBER 9-10
fofarms.com/cowtoberfest
Haunted Huntingburg HUNTINGBURG
OCTOBER 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 27-28
OCTOBER 9-28
Lyles Station Corn Maze PRINCETON lylesstation.org
Feast of the Hunters’ Moon WEST LAFAYETTE homeofpurdue.com
Pioneer Days TERRE HAUTE
visitduboiscounty.com
Botanical Conservatory Punkin’ Path Display FORT WAYNE visitfortwayne.com OCTOBER 11-14
Morgan County Fall Foliage Festival MARTINSVILLE visitmorgancountyin.com
Ghouls and Goblets Event SEYMOUR
huntingburgchamberofcommerce.org
Haunted Huntingburg HUNTINGBURG huntingburgchamberofcommerce.org
Culver Fall Fest CULVER findculver.com OCTOBER 12-13
Historic Huntingburg Fall Harvest Days HUNTINGBURG visitduboiscounty.com OCTOBER 12-14
Art on the Green FRENCH LICK frenchlick.com
terrehaute.com
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STORY INN VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS DINNERS
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December 1st, 7th-9th, 14th-16th & 21st-23rd 6404 State Road 135 S. Nashville, IN 47448 812-988-2273 StoryInn.com
The soft flames from oil lamps and candles flicker admist the backdrop of Victorian holdiay decor, and wait staff-dressed in the long rustling gowns and tuxedos of the late 1800’s-serving a corncopia of foods that would have graced the tables in Charle Dickens’ England. This trip to the past is courtesy of the Story Inn, an 1851 village tucked along the byways of Brown County. The Inn, which specializes in local and regional cuisine, was once the village’s general store and at Christmas time harkens back to its early roots. The lights are turned off, a classically trained pianist plays holiday songs, sta sometimes takes a break to sing a and the staff carol or two. It’s the perfect respite from the bustle of the holiday season.
Parke County Covered Bridge Festival ROCKVILLE goputnam.com OCTOBER 12-28
Wild Zoo Halloween FORT WAYNE
FORT WAYNE visitfortwayne.com OCTOBER 13
Wickedly Whiting WHITING wickedlywhiting.com
Festival of the Trail HIGHLAND highland.in.gov
Houston Fall Festival HOUSTON jacksoncountyin.com
Cannelton Heritage Festival CANNELTON pickperry.com
Frakenfest ANGOLA lakes101.org
Purdue Half-Marathon LAFAYETTE & WEST LAFAYETTE purduehalf.com OCTOBER 14
Fall Foliage Festival 5K MARTINSVILLE visitmorgancountyin.com
Bristow’s 29th Octoberfest & Street Rod, Antique and Classic Car and Truck Show BRISTOW pickperry.com
Zimmerman Glasstoberfest CORYDON thisisindiana.org
Shubael Little Pioneer Village Fall Festival CANNELTON pickperry.com OCTOBER 19-21
Ghost Walk Tours NEWBURGH historicnewburgh.org OCTOBER 19-20, 26-27
Haunted Museum RICHMOND visitrichmond.org OCTOBER 20
Pennville Pumpkin Festival PENNVILLE visitjaycounty.com
Halloween Fun ANGOLA lakes101.org
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19 FROM 4-7 PM DOWNTOWN HAMMOND, INDIANA • Meet Svengoolie/TV host & personality • Shoppers paradise at the “Little Halloween Shop of Horrors” • Tour the vintage “B” horror movie sets • Trunk or Treat • Costume contest for adults and kids • Kids games and activities and more! Like the Downtown Hammond Council on Facebook or visit our website: downtownhammond.org 219-512-4298
visitwabashcounty.com
Wolf Park After Hours BATTLE GROUND wolfpark.org
American Heritage Craft Show WABASH honeywellcenter.org/craft-show
Wabash Cannonball Chili Cook Off WABASH
facebook.com/WabashCannonball-Chili-Cookoff OCTOBER 20-21
Fall Funfest: A Harvest Celebration WEST LAFAYETTE
gohammond.com
homeofpurdue.com OCTOBER 20, 27, 31
Haunted Adams Mill CUTLER homeofpurdue.com
Historic Newburgh, Inc is your go-to source for what’s happening in Newburgh, Indiana. And this time of year, is no exception. From the 25th Anniversary of the “Ghost Walk Tours” (October 19, 20 & 21) to Newburgh Celebrates Christmas (1st Weekend in December every year), you can visit our website at www.HistoricNewburgh.org. FOR MORE INFORMATION
Historic Newburgh, Inc. 333 State St., Unit B Newburgh, IN 47630 812-853-2815
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Monster Mash HAMMOND
downtownhammond.org
Haunting in Hammond!
Downtown Urbana: 17th Annual Urbana Halloween Car & Truck Show URBANA
OCTOBER 19
Haunting in Hammond HAMMOND
Join us for a spooktacular time at the Downtown Hammond Council’s
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OCTOBER 21
1920’s Halloween Decor WEST LAFAYETTE homeofpurdue.com
OCTOBER 26-28
‘Oliver!’ Presented by Washington County Actors Community Theater SALEM facebook.com/PiedPiperCT
OCTOBER 22
Oktoberfest at Historic Beck’s Mill SALEM washingtoncountytourism.com OCTOBER 24
OCTOBER 27
State Historic Site Real Haunted Happenings Ghost Tour CORYDON
Christmas Walk NEW CASTLE
Pumpkins in the Park HOBART
Christmas Craft Bazaar SEYMOUR
henrycountyin.org
cityofhobart.org
jacksoncountyin.com OCTOBER 24-26
Boo at the Zoo LAFAYETTE
lafayette.in.gov/520/ Columbian-Park-Zoo
Witches Walk TELL CITY pickperry.com
Halloween Party at Wolf Park BATTLE GROUND
visitwabashcounty.com
Dec. 8 Downtown Dickens/Christmas Village Market 765-423-2550
shopdowntownlafayette@gmail.com
www.shopdowntownlafayette.com
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becksmill.org
Halloween Fun in Pioneer Village SALEM
homeofpurdue.com
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Beck’s Mill Oktoberfest SALEM
Downtown Wabash: 4th Annual Trick-or-Treat Extravaganza WABASH
OCTOBER 25
Nov. 24 Small Business Saturday Dec. 1 Evening Christmas Parade
GHOST WALK TOURS, NEWBURGH
thisisindiana.org
Come enjoy three Saturdays that combine the thrill of shopping with the warmth of Holiday traditions. Lafayette’s downtown merchants have teamed up to bring you free hay wagon rides from 2nd to 11th Streets, various Santa sightings and interactions, live performances and entertainment, live music, and the opportunity to create memories of holiday cheer in the Downtown Christmas Village. Each Saturday has its own special events, but every day you can discover art galleries, antiques and eclectic shopping, handmade candies, quaint coffee shops, casual and fine dining restaurants, and specialty retail shops in historic downtown Lafayette.
washingtoncountytourism.com
Ghostly Stroll Halloween Parade Harvest Festival NEWBURGH historicnewburgh.org
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Corydon Extravaganza CORYDON thisisindiana.org
Redkey Fall Festival REDKEY visitjaycounty.com
visitmorgancountyin.com
Trunk or Treat AUBURN
visitwabashcounty.com
visitduboiscounty.com
Uptown Project Halloween Party and Costume Contest FRANCESVILLE pulaskionline.org/events NOVEMBER 2-3
Autumn Artisans Bazaar RICHMOND visitrichmond.org
dekalbcvb.org
NOVEMBER 3
Downtown Trick or Treat SEYMOUR
Annual Bonfire, Hayrides, Cookout! at Turtle Run Winery CORYDON
jacksoncountyin.com
thisisindiana.org
OCTOBER 31
NOVEMBER 4
jacksoncountyin.com
pickperry.com
OCTOBER 29
Halloween Parade BROWNSTOWN
Holiday Bazaar TELL CITY
Huntingburg Christmas Stroll HUNTINGBURG
NOVEMBER 9-10
Chandelier Country Christmas MONTGOMERY chandelierbarnmarket.com
Fort Wayne Village Marketplace FORT WAYNE
INDIANA
Pumpkins in the Park & Twilight Trail MARTINSVILLE
NOVEMBER 8
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Dr. James Ford Historic Home: Trick or Treat at the Home WABASH
Holiday Events
OCTOBER 27-28
visitfortwayne.com NOVEMBER 9-11
Christmas in Culver CULVER findculver.com
Artisan Christmas Market FLORA visitkokomo.org
A FAVORITE INDIANA HOLIDAY TRADITION RETURNS JINGLE RAILS THE GREAT WESTERN ADVENTURE NOV 17 – JAN 21
Enter a locomotive wonderland at this one-of-a-kind holiday adventure. Marvel as model trains wind past iconic treasures of Indianapolis and the American West. New this year: Scenes along Route 66, Hilbert Circle Theatre and return of the Indiana State Fair
@EiteljorgMuseum #jinglerails FREE parking in the underground garage. PRESENTED BY:
SPONSORED BY:
The Kortepeter Family Faegre Baker Daniels LLP
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NOVEMBER 10
Uptown Project Turkey Trop 5K FRANCESVILLE
Downtown Wabash: 2018 Annual Downtown Holiday Night to Remember WABASH
pulaskionline.org/events
visitwabashcounty.com
NOVEMBER 10DECEMBER 31
Holiday Handcrafters’ Showcase MUNCIE
“A Christmas Story” Comes Home HAMMOND achristmasstorycomeshome.com NOVEMBER 11
Fort Wayne Hot Cider Hustle 5K FORT WAYNE
FRENCH LICK RESORT TREE LIGHTING, FRENCH LICK
NOVEMBER 16
French Lick Springs Hotel Tree Lighting FRENCH LICK
West Baden Springs Hotel Tree Lighting FRENCH LICK frenchlick.com
Thanksgiving Downtown Lafayette Market LAFAYETTE
frenchlick.com
NOVEMBER 15
Holiday Parade SHELBYVILLE
Annual Christmas Stroll AUBURN
mainstreetshelbyville.org
dekalbcvb.org
NOVEMBER 16-17
Ferdinand Christkindlmarkt FERDINAND
Garrett Holiday Fest and Festival Parade GARRETT
visitduboiscounty.com
dekalbcvb.org
visitduboiscounty.com
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NOVEMBER 17
visitfortwayne.com
Festival of Trees & Santa Claus Exhibit JASPER
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munciecalendar.com
homeofpurdue.com
carmel.in.gov NOVEMBER 17DECEMBER 23
NOVEMBER 17JANUARY 6
Victorian Christmas Holiday Exhibit FORT WAYNE
crownpoint.in.gov
noblesvillemainstreet.org
Corydon Christmas Extravaganza CORYDON
Santa Arrives in Downtown Angola ANGOLA
Turkey Toss at Wolf Park BATTLE GROUND
Tree Lighting NOBLESVILLE
lakes101.org
Cannelton Christmas Parade CANNELTON
visitfortwayne.com
pickperry.com
NOVEMBER 18
NOVEMBER 23DECEMBER 30
Cirque Dreams Holidaze WABASH honeywellcenter.org/cirque
lakes101.org
Christmas at the Zoo INDIANAPOLIS downtownindy.org
thisisindiana.org
wolfpark.org
INDIANA
carmelchristkindlmarkt.com
Tree Lighting Ceremony CROWN POINT
Old Fashioned Horse Drawn Christmas Parade HAMILTON
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NOVEMBER 23
Holiday Events
Holiday At Center Green CARMEL
Downtown Corydon Merchants Christmas Parade CORYDON thisisindiana.org
Winter Wonderland Arts and Crafts Festival SEYMOUR jacksoncountyin.com
NOVEMBER 20
Christmas Parade and Lighting of Frosty AUBURN
Festival of Lights MARTINSVILLE visitmorgancountyin.com
dekalbcvb.org
Shirley Christmas Walk SHIRLEY
NOVEMBER 21
Night of Lights FORT WAYNE
henrycountyin.org
visitfortwayne.com
Annual Holiday Festival AUBURN
NOVEMBER 22
Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk WEST LAFAYETTE
dekalbcvb.org LIGHT UP CORYDON, CORYDON
homeofpurdue.com
Lafayette Community Thanksgiving Dinner LAFAYETTE homeofpurdue.com
Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk TELL CITY pickperry.com
Turkey Trot 2018 MUNCIE munciecalendar.com
Christmas at the Haan Museum LAFAYETTE haanmuseum.org NOVEMBER 24
Light Up Corydon CORYDON
Holly Trolley FORT WAYNE visitfortwayne.com
Holiday Bazaar RICHMOND
Courthouse Lawn Christmas SCOTTSBURG
visitrichmond.org
Santa Parade & Winter Market CROWN POINT crownpoint.in.gov
NOVEMBER 24DECEMBER 22
An Old-Time Country Christmas Festival of Lights at Moose Lake SOUTH LAOTTO visitfortwayne.com
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visitfortwayne.com
dekalbcvb.org
thisisindiana.org
greatscottindiana.com
Galloping Gobbler Thanksgiving Day Run and Walks FORT WAYNE
Old Time Horse-Drawn Christmas Paradeand Santa HAMILTON
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NOVEMBER 24DECEMBER 22
Jasper O’Tannenbaum Days JASPER
(EVERY SATURDAY)
Holiday Candy Cane Pours MARTINSVILLE visitmorgancountyin.com NOVEMBER 26
Dunkirk’s Feel the Warmth of Christmas Event DUNKIRK
visitduboiscounty.com
The Nutcracker LOCATIONS VARY
An Old Fashioned Christmas at the Depot MUNCIE
ibtnw.org
visitjaycounty.com
Holiday Wagon Rides ANGOLA
visitjaycounty.com
NOVEMBER 30, DECEMBER 1-2, 7-9
lakes101.org
The Holiday Makers Market LAFAYETTE
NOVEMBER 30DECEMBER 1
14th Annual Old Fashioned Christmas Festival RICHMOND
homeofpurdue.com
Uptown Project Holiday Home Tour FRANCESVILLE
DECEMBER 1
Princeton’s Lighted Christmas Parade PRINCETON
pulaskionline.org/events
visitrichmond.org
NOVEMBER 30DECEMBER 1, 3-8, 10-15
NOVEMBER 29
Holiday Train Block Party WATERLOO
gibsoncountyin.org
Gingerbread House Competition RICHMOND
dekalbcvb.org
Deck the Halls Artisan Cultural Trail WAYNE COUNTY
visitrichmond.org
111 E. OLD RIDGE RD.
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DEC. 9 / 9AM-3PM
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Celebrate the Holiday Season with free carriage rides and a visit from Santa as we light the City Christmas Tree.
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Winterfest PORTLAND
munciecalendar.com
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thisisindiana.org
Christmas Cookie Walk SEYMOUR jacksoncountyin.com
Victorian Christmas Celebration MOORESVILLE visitmorgancountyin.com
henrycountyin.org
gibsoncountyin.org
Christmas Parade LAFAYETTE
Winter Wonderland WINAMAC
homeofpurdue.com
pulaskionline.org/events
Holiday Downtown Farmers Market LAFAYETTE
DECEMBER 1-2
Christmas in New Harmony NEW HARMONY
homeofpurdue.com
Christmas in the Park & Parade TELL CITY
visitposeycounty.com
Candlelight Christmas Parade & Starry Night in Bethlehem HUNTINGBURG
pickperry.com
Annual Christmas Bazaar AUBURN
huntingburgchamber.org
dekalbcvb.org
Christmas on Main MOUNT VERNON visitposeycounty.com
Christmas at the Square SPENCER spencermainstreet.org
INDIANA
jacksoncountyin.com
Downtown Princeton Lighted Christmas Parade PRINCETON
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Bring Christmas to the Animals SEYMOUR
Middletown Christmas Parade MIDDLETOWN
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A Merry Country Christmas at Haywood Park CORYDON
Old Fashioned Christmas at the Canal DELPHI
Holiday Market NOBLESVILLE noblesvillemainstreet.org
wabashanderiecanal.org
Cookie Walk, Christmas Parade and Light up Salem SALEM
Holiday in the Arts District CARMEL
washingtoncountychamber.org
visithamiltoncounty.com
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For a full list of 2018 holiday happenings visit
www.whitingevents.com
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First Friday Hometown Holiday KOKOMO
DECEMBER 11
visitrichmond.org
visitkokomo.org
jacksoncountyin.com
Purdue Christmas Show WEST LAFAYETTE
Light up the Park HOBART
DECEMBER 13
purdue.edu/pmo/ christmas-show
cityofhobart.org DECEMBER 7-8
Miracle on 7th Street TERRE HAUTE
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Warm Glow Christmas Open House CENTERVILLE
terrehaute.com
Francesville Holiday Home Tour FRANCESVILLE pulaskionline.org/events DECEMBER 8
Winter Wine Walk CORYDON thisisindiana.org PURDUE CHRISTMAS SHOW, WEST LAFAYETTE
Newburgh Celebrates Christmas NEWBURGH historicnewburgh.org DECEMBER 2
Leopold Christmas Parade LEOPOLD pickperry.com
Downtown Dickens / Christmas Village DOWNTOWN LAFAYETTE showdowntownlafayette.com
Snowflake Christmas Bazaar BROWNSTOWN jacksoncountyin.com
Martinsville Cookie Stroll MARTINSVILLE visitmorgancountyin.com
Festival of Trees NEWBURGH historicnewburgh.org DECEMBER 2-3
Historic Newburgh Celebrates Christmas NEWBURGH historicnewburgh.org
Charles Dickens Christmas Dinner TELL CITY pickperry.com DECEMBER 8-9
Christmas in the Village BROWNSTOWN
Wabash County Historical Museum: Christmas at the Museum WABASH visitwabashcounty.com DECEMBER 14-16
Christmas Tree Display BROWNSTOWN jacksoncountyin.com DECEMBER 15
Santa Visits Wolf Park BATTLE GROUND homeofpurdue.com
Meet & Mingle with Saint Nick RICHMOND visitrichmond.org DECEMBER 31
Downtown Indy Inc.’s New Year’s Eve Celebration INDIANAPOLIS downtownindy.org
Silvesternacht TELL CITY pickperry.com
NYE Cheers with the Echoes FRENCH LICK visitfrenchlickwestbaden.com
Shubael Little Pioneer Village Candlelight Tour CANNELTON pickperry.com
DECEMBER 7
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Hobart Holiday Market HOBART cityofhobart.org
Holiday Hop & Tree Lighting CULVER
DECEMBER 10-15
findculver.com
crownpoint.in.gov
Tour of Lights CROWN POINT
SANTA VISITS WOLF PARK, BATTLE GROUND
Washington County
Washington County is a great place to learn how to truly be “in the moment”. While here on your day trip or overnight stay, you’ll find it easy to unplug, relax, absorb the history of and enjoy the holidays in Salem, IN— the heart of south-central Indiana.
Photography I Shayne Dowling
Now through October 31 Cornucopia Farm 5444 N. RUTHERFORD HOLLOW RD IN SCOTTSBURG
Corn and soybean mazes, petting farm and pumpkin patches. Lots of tasty fall treats and fun for the whole family! For more information, visit www.cornucopiafarm.com.
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October 27 Beck’s Mill Oktoberfest
Featuring campfire beans and Beck’s Mill cornbread with Mock Moonshine. Enjoy blacksmith demonstrations, live music, Pekin Farmer’s Market and other craft vendors, and art show featuring resident artist Glenna Mitchell. For more information, visit www.becksmill.org.
christmas parade, light up salem, and holiday Cookie Walk around the Courthouse Square
Enjoy your walk in the early afternoon and a Christmas Parade and Light Up Salem at sundown. After the parade, Santa will be at his house right off the Square greeting children, getting photos and listing to all of their Christmas wishes! Specific times for both events are yet to be determined. For more information, visit www.washingtoncountychamber.org.
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TRAVEL INDIANA MAGAZINE CELEBRATES TENTH ANNIVERSARY “We’ve worked with Travel Indiana for many years and look forward to continuing our partnership for years to come.” Over the last decade, Travel Indiana has seen many changes with its continued growth. In 2013, the magazine caught the attention of Jeff Brown, an Indiana native who was born—and still resides in—Columbus, Indiana. Jeff was running HNE Enterprises in Columbus, a fifth-generation family publishing business started by his great-great grandfather. Having grown up in the publishing world, Jeff understood the dynamics of what makes a successful publication and made a pitch to purchase the magazine from Tonya. Today Jeff still owns Travel Indiana, and Tonya has continued in her role as publisher, managing the overall success of the magazine. Over the years, Travel Indiana has launched other media products including TravelIndiana.com, which continues to see double digit growth numbers each year. While Travel Indiana has enjoyed growth and change throughout the last ten years, the goal has remained constant— to entertain readers by promoting and sharing Indiana’s amazing attractions, destinations, and personalities.
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In October 2008, Bloomington, Indiana, native Tonya Figg combined her passion for travel and tourism with her experience in publishing, to launch what is now Travel Indiana magazine. The magazine started as a franchise in its early years— with distribution primarily in southern Indiana—and has now become Indiana’s only statewide quarterly travel publication with more than 1,100 key distribution points all across the state. And, in Spring and Summer, that number rises even higher when the magazine is distributed in both Cincinnati and Louisville markets. It’s become the go-to source for travelers looking for a fun getaway, out-of-the-way place to eat, and to find inspiration for discovering Indiana’s treasures. For tourism professionals, the magazine serves as an invaluable tool to market their areas to consumers wanting to learn about all Indiana has to offer. “Indiana’s tourism industry is fortunate to have such a high-quality publication dedicated to promoting tourism around the state,” said Nancy Sartain, Leisure Marketing Director for Richmond-Wayne County Convention and Tourism Bureau.
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Kokomo Toys & Collectibles Grab your buddies and make the road trip! Established in 2008, we are a family owned and operated, brick and mortar toy store specializing in buying, selling, trading every Tuesday through Saturday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. It’s a toy show here every day with our large selection of action figures from the 1970’s, 1980’s, 1990’s, to all the new releases.
111 E. Sycamore Street 765-868-8151 www.KokomoToys.com
The Refinery
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Join the fun at our healthy drink bar. We offer a wide selection of draft kombucha along with endless mocktail options. You can choose from a menu loaded with keto and vegan smoothies while admiring the beautiful view of Foster Park. Enjoy a date night package, which includes 2 drinks and a ballroom/latin dance lesson.
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Tin Man Brewing Co. Located in downtown’s historic train depot, Tin Man Brewing Co. serves not only as a communal gathering area, but also an educational experience for all things craft beer. With local brewing production on-site, the brewery prides itself in creating a great variety of beers to suit an array of tastes. The tap room is family-friendly, as well as pet-friendly!
5 0 0 N . B u c k e y e S t r e e t, s u i t e a 765-416-0599 www.TinManBrewing.com
Bind Café Bind Cafe, Kokomo’s only hybrid coffee shop focused on intentionally connecting community by offering fair trade, organic Haitian coffee and a rotating international menu, is nestled in the heart of downtown Kokomo. Bind shares space with multicultural bookstore, Beyond Barcodes Bookstore and Beyond Borders Language Learning Center. In 2017, Bind Cafe was named the “Coolest Coffee Shop in Indiana.”
108 N. Main Street 765-201-0383 www.108NMain.com
P.F. Hendricks & Co. We are a small family owned outdoor retail boutique with a focus on the outdoors, travel and athleisure, along with personalized service. Our shop offers men’s and women’s quality brands that are USA made, fair trade certified and environmentally conscious. From mountain to meeting then trail to table, look and feel good on every endeavor!
101 N. BUCKEYE Street 765-450-6417 www.PFHendricks.com
Fired Arts Studio Welcome to the Fired Arts Studio, let’s get your creativity flowing! We are a paint your own pottery studio and glass Mosaic workshop center that offers you a variety of options to fuel your artistic soul. Don’t feel like you are the artsy type? No problem, we have a wonderful staff and plenty of tools to guide you in your creative process! Walkin’s are welcome during normal business hours, or you can call to schedule a group event.
106 N. Main Street 765-450-3088 www.FiredArtsStudio.com
The Hobson Welcome to The Hobson, Kokomo’s newest wedding and event space. From your private celebration to a wedding and reception, The Hobson is the place to be. Housed in the historic Old City building, The Hobson has undergone a gorgeous restoration, which includes a breathtaking two-story ballroom and fabulous wedding suites. Private tours are available by appointment. The Hobson … Bold, Opulent, Unique!
All Alleys Lead to Art See the vibrant alleyways of downtown Kokomo. Each has a unique atmosphere and features art, beautiful gardens, lighting and seating. History meets art in Artist Alley, where you can experience art through a rotating exhibit and grab a selfie while sitting in an art replica of a historical automobile.
1 1 0 N . Wa s h i n g t o n S t r e e t 765-457-8020 www.TheHobsonKokomo.com
First Fridays In November, take part in Main Street Mystery and gather clues around downtown to Help Detective Friday solve the live-action murder mystery performed by local actors. In December, visit with Santa after his grand arrival, make a woodcraft at Santa’s Workshop, take a horse-drawn carriage ride, and decorate cookies at this holiday extravaganza.
765-457-5301 www.GreaterKokomo.com/ AllAlleysLeadToArt
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Near Downtown Kokomo
Christ mas
Seiberling at the
Experience the Victorian elegance of the Seiberling Mansion in stunning holiday fashion with beautifully decorated trees, wreaths, garland and thousands of twinkling Christmas lights.
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The flowers are blooming—effusively—in basket after basket in downtown Kokomo.
So is just about everything else.
There were some die-hards who never gave up on their
Welcome to Kokomo reinvented. There’s a robust can-
city. It had joined the national Main Street program in the 1990s to improve its downtown, and it remains a member.
apparent here. It comes after some hard times, especially
“We started to focus at a time when no one was focusing on
around 2008 with a downturn in the automotive industry
downtown,” says Susan Alexander, manager of Downtown
and other businesses, and then two years of back-to-back
Initiatives, a branch of the Greater Kokomo Economic
tornadoes. But Chrysler’s recent reinvestment in the city,
Development Alliance. She says there was always a belief
post-tornado renovations, clever re-use of public spaces, a
that things would get better.
redesign of traffic patterns, and a pervasive optimism have
Over time that belief grew.
transformed the city of 58,000. Its downtown is more alive
It shows, for example, in the hanging basket program.
than it has been in decades.
This year 200 volunteers planted 1,000 baskets. “We
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Downtown’s improved aesthetics have led to
renovated and new businesses which are leading to new residential possibilities. There’s an increase in options for dining, shopping, browsing, …
Palmer’s Jewelry has been in its downtown
location since 1944. Owner Mike Freed’s dad bought the business in the late 1940s. “He did not have enough money to change the sign so that’s why it stayed Palmer,” Freed says.” And why he was known as
engaged the community in the project,” Alexander
Mr. Palmer.”
continues. “People support what they help create. Our
community is engaged.”
he says he’s known “when downtown was it, when
Increasingly engaged as time has gone by.
downtown was not it, and back to being it again.”
Proof is everywhere, perhaps most of all
Freed joined the family business in the 1990s—
The store expanded and remodeled earlier this
downtown. Public art served as a catalyst. Alleys were
year. “Downtown is more vibrant,” he says.
closed to vehicular traffic, cleaned up, and turned into
charming public spaces showcasing public art—in Artist
day for a few years now.
Alley, Garden Alley, Geek Alley, Courthouse Alley, and
Shawn Hilton’s Comics Cubed store opened eight years
Depot Alley. There’s even a tattoo/art back alley to
ago. “I came when there were a lot of tumbleweeds and
come. All include changing public art pieces, movable
one-way traffic—and the city offered a low-interest-
seating, lighting. “These are 24/7 galleries, open to the
rate business loan,” he says. “I love comics; hence the
public,” Alexander says.
comics store.”
And new businesses have been the order of the
Dynamic First Friday celebrations welcome
residents and visitors alike with a different theme each month. Earlier this year, for example, “May the 4th Be With You” capitalized on the Star Wars craze. In November, “Main Street Mystery” will invite visitors to help Detective Friday solve a live-action murder mystery. December’s “Hometown Holiday” will provide horse-drawn carriage rides, cookie decorating opportunities, kids’ workshops, and Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Downtown has two-hour free parking on streets
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A free trolley—the largest free public transportation system in the state—offers five designated routes.
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American Dream Hi Fi vinyl store. That’s vinyl as in records,
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Sherry Matlock of Visit Kokomo.
It’s really Sycamore Street.
not flooring.
specializes in upscale outdoors items that include brands
Between them is Kokomo Toys & Collectibles.
Lori Fritts opened P.F. Hendricks three years ago. It
“Traditionally toy stores were downtown and we wanted to
from Patagonia to Pendleton. She’s one of just seven Indiana
keep that vibe, especially since we have vintage toys from
shops with Stormy Kromer merchandise—including Stormy
the ‘60s, ‘70s, ‘80s,” owner Amber Jordan says.
Kromer hats for dog.
Hilton says the three related businesses provide an
And then there’s Bind, DeAndra Beard’s hybrid coffee
appealing option for “geeks” because they’re close to one
shop/café/language learning center/bookstore/gathering
another but each owner is an expert in his own niche. “You
place on North Main Street. The café offers an international
have three specialists who have a deep love of each of their
menu, with a specific country’s cuisine having the spotlight
categories,” he says.
for two months. But there are always tacos, no matter what.
In warm weather they’re served outside on the sidewalk,
Locals and not-so-locals have taken to calling the street
under a tent, and are called street tacos.
around, looking up at street signs. “I had someone come to
town and call me, saying, ‘I can’t find Geek Street,’” says
connecting people.
But for Beard, it about more than food. It’s about
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It’s had more than a couple intriguing claims to fame over
a concentrated and sustained effort to revitalize the city’s
the years, but Martinsville hasn’t ever capitalized on the
downtown district.”
downtown area the way it can now. This city of some 12,000
on Ind. 37 between Indianapolis and Bloomington is a
downtown is bright, bustling, upbeat. There’s an energetic
destination worth visiting.
movement that’s successfully blending old and new, creating
spaces that haven’t even been thought of before. Think
Like many cities, this Morgan County seat is enjoying
The mission is well on its way to accomplishment. The
a downtown renaissance, aided by the national Main Street
smartly-clad storefronts topped by upscale second-floor
program. The local arm, Rediscover Martinsville, was formed
apartments and offices.
to “enhance the perception, quality of life, and long-term
economic growth of the entire Martinsville community through
are getting a make-over, en masse, through developer
Just about all the buildings surrounding the Town Square
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became a restaurant with “country comfort cookin’
Another restaurant with a completely different
charm is Waffle Whitch, a quirky eatery with a fun Halloween feel that focuses on waffle sandwiches and desserts. “I’ve lived here my entire life,” says Sherri
Artesian Group. Residents were invited to planning sessions and encouraged to add their ideas. “We want to make sure that the people who live in Martinsville feel some ownership of their downtown,” says Tosha Daugherty, executive director of Visit Morgan County.
Now there’s a diverse mix of new as well as
established tenants in the revamped buildings. Boutiques, restaurants, entertainment venues, art studios, bookstore, day spa, …. even the old Mineral Water sign, which was erected almost a century ago but hadn’t been lit for years, has been refurbished and lights up above a building on the Square. In the early 1900s Martinsville boasted of more than a dozen sanitariums
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here”—and offered it as an antiques store. In 2014 it
Sichting. “There was a lot of stuff going on downtown when I was a kid. Then people started going away. Now they’re starting to bring it all back again. It’s awesome to see this.”
It’s a sentiment—and a success story—repeated
constantly.
At the Art Sanctuary, close to 20 resident artists
have set up shop in individual studios. Their media range from photography to painting to pottery to stitching to music—and more.
Mika Powers, who teaches as well as practices
several art forms, says she’s found the camaraderie offered by other artists to be uplifting.
that promoted health and wellness because of its water from artesian wells.
“This re-birth is something very exciting,”
says Connie Musgrave, owner of the new 21 North restaurant. “People are beginning to see the
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genuineness here.”
21 North opened in October 2017 in what was “the
‘diviest’ dive bar that you’ve ever seen.” Now there’s a sleek, modern vibe and chic menu selections.
Daugherty says it’s where locals go for special
events; the Come ‘n Git It diner is more for every day.
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Located 25 minutes east of Indianapolis
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Greenfield was chosen as the county seat of Hancock County, Indiana, in 1828. Since those humble beginnings, the city has grown into a diverse community offering vibrant leadership, an energetic economic environment, and a collaborative atmosphere between businesses, education, community, non-profits and government. Greenfield is bisected by the Historic National Road (U.S. 40), and much of its downtown area has been recognized as a National Register Historic District. It’s the site of Hoosier Poet James Whitcomb Riley’s boyhood home and takes much of its character from the influence of Riley’s legacy and the Victorian era in which he lived. It’s also home to an active and expanding arts community and is the site of the annual Riley Festival, one of the largest festivals of its kind in Indiana. In Greenfield you’ll enjoy antique shops, museums, farmers markets, locally-owned eateries, art fairs and music festivals, orchards, chocolate walks, and so much more. And of course, here you’ll find the James Whitcomb Riley Birthplace Home and Museum, where the beloved “Hoosier Poet” and creator of such characters as “Little Orphan Annie” and “The Raggedy Man” spent his boyhood years, gaining the experiences that would later propel him onto the stage beside the likes of his good friend Mark Twain. The Riley Home and the adjacent Museum provide many artifacts of Riley’s life and times and offers a glimpse into the origin of his works.
Fabric artist Vickie Cohen finds “old, tattered
She is particularly inspired by Martinsville’s live
“Taps on the Square” every Friday at 7 p.m. It started in
with embellishments that include lace and embroidery.
December 2012, after the Sandy Hook school shooting,
An award-winning quilt—and her prized project—is
and has continued continuously since then.
dedicated to the military. “I’m from the ‘60s, and a lot of
my friends were in the Vietnam War,” she says.
optimism and pride continues to grow. Reinvention;
Berries & Ivy; Martinsville City Deli; DeLyn Jewelry;
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revitalization three years ago and opened Tom Fiddlery
Fables & Fairy Tales; The Sterling Butterfly; …
on the Square to give music lessons. This spring he
Martinsville’s welcome mat is out.
expanded and has live entertainment each weekend. On
Oct. 20 and 21 it will be a tribute to Bobby Helms, who
Kitchen, gearing up for its 100th anniversary in April
lived in Martinsville. Helms recorded the popular “Jingle
2019. Current owners John and Pam Badger began the
Bell Rock” in 1957.
celebration last April with a special “throwback” batch
of candy canes each month, sold at 1919 prices.
The USA American Heroes Gift & Flag Store
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Tom Henson bought into the downtown
The list of business owners who share a sense of
Nowhere is it sweeter than at Martinsville Candy
focuses on the military. “I’m doing this in honor of all
For their 10th anniversary as owners, in 2014, they
our veterans,” says owner Kathleen McAughey. “It’s my
created a 10-foot-long candy cane. Rumor is they’ll
payback to them.”
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Experience the enchantment of the season and embrace family tradition in the City of Whiting. Enjoy our 2018 holiday events featuring twinkling light displays up and down 119th Street, live reindeer prancing through downtown, holiday concerts, and the magic of Whiting’s annual Illuminated Christmas Parade. Celebrate the holidays with good cheer and the warmth of community all around you in the City of Whiting, just 30 minutes from Downtown Chicago. Visit www.whitingevents.com for a complete list of holiday events in Downtown Whiting.
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Located about 1 hour east of chicago
Visiting downtown Hobart is not only a unique, but a historic experience. A number of the buildings are recognized nationally on the historic registry. You can walk down Main St. and see different time periods represented from the turn of the century, to art deco, to most recently, postmodern. If you are lucky enough to visit in the winter time, you can enjoy a stroll along Lakefront Park decorated with twinkling lights, just right for the Holiday Season. The events that Hobart offers, has really put this quaint city on the map. The event season does not stop in the fall, it carries on all winter long, with something for everyone to enjoy. Visitors and residents alike can start the holiday season by shopping our historic downtown on Small Business Saturday, taking advantage of special holiday deals throughout the downtown area. You will definitely want to visit Toys in the Attic, a vintage toy shop that has today’s educational favorites. You won’t find anything electronic in here, everything is geared towards creativity and education, it’s a parent favorite for sure! Downtowns are what makes a community unique, come out and see what sets Hobart’s Historic Downtown District apart from the rest.
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Monticello, located on US Hwy 24, is an extraordinary city where Lake Shafer and Lake Freeman are more than a landscape … they are an all-encompassing lifestyle. While Monticello may be known as a popular summer destination, home of Indiana Beach, this is a community to enjoy in all seasons. Year-round, visitors enjoy dining at a variety of fabulous restaurants or sipping at the local winery and brew pub. Our shopping experience is true hometown shopping at its best. You will always find what you’re looking for with a few surprises along the way! The City of Monticello has six beautiful parks. We have one of the few remaining drive-in movie theaters in the nation. Downtown Monticello is charming in all seasons, but magical during the holidays. A Parade of Lights is scheduled the first Saturday in December. Monticello City Park becomes a winter wonderland. Holiday lights and charm … there’s no place like our hometown for the holidays.
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Visitors to downtown Angola can shop our specialty stores, peruse antiques, watch a blockbuster movie, share a meal and enjoy a night on the town. Its location, only a few miles away from Pokagon State Park, makes it an ideal stop for a change in atmosphere while visiting Steuben County lakes. Commercial Historic Downtown Angola is located at the crossroads of US Hwy 20—the longest highway in the United States, and Old US Hwy 27. At the center of its charming, turn of the century New England style public square stands Soldiers’ Monument, built in 1917.
Plymouth
The words “European Market” conjure up images of historic downtown Chesterton to many repeat visitors. The Market is unique, being designed after the Old World markets where a variety of goods are offered from around the region. Couple this with the many 1-day Chesterton “artcentric” festivals just a stone’s throw away from the world famous Indiana Dunes and you have the makings of great outing for you and your family. See why Chesterton is not just another small town in Indiana.
Plymouth was incorporated as a city in 1873, and its historic downtown is a sight to see no matter the season. It’s home to the Marshall County Blueberry Festival, celebrating its 52nd year August 31 through September 3. There are many parks scattered around town, and most weekends in the summer their amphitheater offers live musical and theatrical performances. It’s also home to the Plymouth Farmer’s Market which takes place on Saturday mornings from May through October. Historic landmarks, local shopping, eateries, golf, and great lodging options abound.
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It was as if Bruce Adkins had cloned himself.
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As manager of The Antique Lodge in Cambridge City, he welcomed the Stanley Pottery blue float platter that came to his shop. As antique lover, he immediately bought it. It shows why eastern Indiana’s Wayne County, known as Indiana’s Antique Alley, is so successful: knowledgeable dealers with a passion for their profession. For decades Centerville ruled the antiques scene, but Cambridge City, nine miles to the west, is the now darling of the antiques world. Today’s shops are bright, clean and spacious with items displayed in charming vignettes that look like home settings. Some pieces sell for hundreds—even thousands—of dollars, others for just a couple bucks. Adkins says farmhouse items are super popular now, along with utility pieces that are usable—think washtubs, churns, dough bowls, ice crushers. Also, vintage items,
In his reverse auction, Adkins marks everything in a special section down by 10 percent every Monday morning. Eventually everything sells. There’s also a Christmas section all year long. And free popcorn. While some antique stores own the merchandise, many work by offering space to individual vendors who set up their own displays and decide prices. The store provides the location and takes care of shoppers. Some stores do both. Beth Leisure’s National Road Antique Mall has been in Cambridge City for 20 years, longer than any others. About 90 vendors set up their wares in her mall. “I have something for everyone,” she says, because “almost everybody collects something.” Items range from post cards to kitchenware to glassware to furniture to tools to signs. Repurposed items are big. “One thing we sell on a regular basis is ladders,” she adds—to display quilts, etc.
jewelry, mid-century modern, repurposed items with an industrial look. “Young people just love this,” he says.
People coming from away “don’t even believe our prices,” Leisure says. It means Antique Alley sells to dealers, who
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items that include toys, signs, and furniture are in the other building, which Scott Wheeler runs. “My dad’s theory was that if one side of the street burned down, we’d still open up the next day,” he says. Centerville is also home to the Centerville Antique Mall, formerly Webb’s. It’s the largest facility along Antique Alley with merchandise from many vendors ranging from huge tractors to small pieces of jewelry. And then there’s Miss Bessie Buhl’s Eclectic Gardens. Larry Stone and his sister, Donna Lipps, have filled their yard, porches, and a shed with colorful, quirky finds as well as items created by Stone. The idea was to have a few items but, ANTIQUE SHOPPING IN WAYNE COUNTY. he says, things got carried away. come with huge trucks and fill them, as well as to individual The business is named after Bessie Buhl, who owned shoppers looking for one or two items. the house and was a local minister for a Methodist Church in Doug Price of High Hats Antique Mall says dealers call the early 1900s. She was known to be quite a character, and eastern Indiana their “honey pot.” supposedly her spirit remains. “We attract people from coast to coast,” he says. “Probably “They always think I’m Bessie,” Lipps says. 50 percent of our customers are dealers who buy their inventory The duo would like to add a small café. It would here to take back to their home towns for resale.” complement other new eateries along U.S. 40. Price moved from Richmond to Cambridge City’s former Cinnamon Spice Bakery, on the west edge of Centerville, Sam Hoshour drugstore in 2016. He is a perfect breakfast stop for coffee and says Cambridge City is known nationally doughnuts or other pastries. Apple fritters for its higher-end primitives. “They’re are the best sellers; in the fall, pumpkin the number-one draw here,” he says. fritters. There’s a small dining area where “People tend to collect what their customers can sit at tables. grandparents had.” Lumpy’s Café in Cambridge City is Building 125 is actually four open until 2 p.m. Its tenderloin sandwich separate and very spacious buildings gets rave reviews. A mid-day treat—ice open from one to another inside. It cream, perhaps—is available at Main has both antiques and reproductions Street Sweets in Cambridge City. As in furniture, primitives, and quilts, plus for meals, Cambridge City’s No. 9 Grille WHEELER’S ANTIQUES IN DOWNTOWN CENTERVILLE. small items that include note cards, boasts of great steaks, burgers and linens, and candles. “I just want to attract other proteins. a little bit of everybody,” says owner Norma Bertsch. Centerville’s Ugly Mugs is all about craft beer and bar Wheeler’s Antiques in Centerville started the local antique food. Owner Steve Terzini says the number-one menu item is craze in 1970. “My husband and I both liked antiques and the loaded tater tots. Also popular are burgers, flatbreads, wraps, house got too full, so it was time to open shop,” says owner and pizzas. Sue Wheeler. A widow, she now shares the business with her As for lodging, the Inn at High Hats, above the antique son, Scott. “We like to find something unusual, something store in Cambridge City, is a cozy apartment that sleeps four. you don’t see just everywhere. I tried to pare down but I love The Centerville Guest House is an entire house—an finding and I love buying.” 1830s federal style home furnished with primitive antiques, The business has always had two buildings across the right on U.S. 40. Popular for not only couples and business street from one another. Sue Wheeler handles the shop with travelers but also girlfriends’ getaways. glassware, paintings, and other more delicate items. Bigger For more information go to www.visitrichmond.org
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Finding Hidden Treasures in Indiana’s Public Libraries BY CATHY SHOUSE
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A treasure trove awaits Hoosier travelers, hidden in unexpected places: libraries. You can check out historic buildings as well as the latest architecture, and participate in unusual activities, by exploring the many libraries across the state. Many are combining the old and the new.
The older architecture is credited to grants the
libraries were awarded by philanthropist Andrew Carnegie, the steel magnate. He funded 1,679 libraries in the early 1900s. Indiana built more Carnegie libraries than any other state, according
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“A library outranks any other one thing a
community can do to benefit its people. It is a
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whose donations totaled about $60 million.
(MKM), received a merit award from the American Institute
Communities could choose from a list of classic
of Architect’s Fort Wayne branch.
architectural styles, and had to contribute their
own money as well.
relations professional, said the library is “classical with a
modern twist. We brought back some of the original brick
A trek to the LaPorte Public Library’s main
Kristi Chadderdon, the LaPorte Library’s public
branch at 904 Indiana Avenue will turn up a
and remade what was broken and crumbled.”
Carnegie structure that has been changed more
than once. The library was recently redesigned
to give library patrons an opportunity to create. Stocked
once again. In January, the design firm that handled
with a 3-D printer, there are hands-on classes in robotics,
the interior redesign, MKM Architecture + design
soldering techniques and more.
There is a makerspace, today’s term for an area meant
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“It’s a movement almost,” Chadderdon said. “It’s
a collaborative workspace where people can come and teach a skill, like leatherworking, guitar making, jewelry or wood whittling. It’s an artisan movement. We have Tinker Tuesdays.” For more information: www.laportelibrary.org
Those interested in true crime will find extensive
reference materials on the alleged serial killer Belle Gunness, an infamous Norwegian woman who lived on a farm in LaPorte for several years around 1900.
In 1902, a $50,000 Carnegie grant helped
fund the Marion Public Library (MPL) at 600 S. Washington Street. After a new library was constructed next door, the Carnegie portion became the Marion Public Library Museum (MPLM), which
Sue Bratton, special projects coordinator for
MPL, said 5,600 square feet of exhibit space covers
D O W N L O A D Y O U R G E N E A L O G Y V I S I T O R PA C K AT www.VisitFortWayne.com/Genealogy and enjoy Fort Wayne, Indiana discounts during your visit.
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was renovated several years ago.
Did you know that Fort Wayne, Indiana, is home to the nation’s largest public genealogy collection? World-renowned for its immense collection that is more accessible than any you’ll find, The Genealogy Center, located within the Allen County Public Library, is passionate about helping each person who walks through its doors discover their roots … and it’s FREE. Whether you’re a casual family historian or a seasoned professional, the trained genealogists on staff will help you get started on your family history or dig deeper into your existing family research. Even though the physical collection is one of the largest in the world—the collection totals over 961,726 items—their electronic and virtual content is world-class too. They provide free access to several databases only available to libraries and subscribe to the top seven licensed genealogical databases. But the best part? The Genealogy Center is fully staffed with trained genealogists who are eager to help you get started or aid as you dig deeper into your family research. This personal touch makes their enormous collection user-friendly and easy to navigate. You won’t just be gathering facts, you’ll be growing your knowledge and enjoying an experience like you’ve never had before. Plus, The Genealogy Center is located in the heart of downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana, making it the perfect destination for everyone to enjoy. You can research and your family can enjoy downtown amenities including dining, shopping, attractions, and much more. The Genealogy Center is where you go, to find out where you’re from!
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a lot of ground. Items made by the former Marion glass
Street in Indianapolis is well worth a look. Plus, in 2017
factories are exhibited.
the Center for Black Literature & Culture (CBLC) opened in
the R.B. Annis West Reading Room. Approximately 6,000
“We’ve got an excellent exhibit with audio and video
components about the Gas Boom & its effect on the local
visitors came through in the fist nine months to see about
economy, an exhibit about the pioneer African-American
10,000 unique items, books and more.
community of Weaver . . .,” Bratton said. “The Victorian
parlor, dining room, kitchen, and gentleman’s bedroom
mural of famous people, from Madam C.J. Walker to Maya
depicts an upper middle class home around 1900.”
Angelou and James Baldwin, is one highlight. There’s
also a scavenger hunt to engage children. During the
The Allen County Public Library (ACPL) main branch
Nichelle E. Hayes, leader of the CBLC, said a full wall
at 900 Library Plaza received a 1904 Carnegie grant. The
holidays, special programs are planned for Christmas and
original structure is gone and today’s sprawling building
may include food, music, art and fellowship. A Kwanzaa
houses the largest genealogical collection in the United States.
celebration is scheduled for December 26th.
“If you’re a family history enthusiast, no matter where
“This is a place for everyone,” Hayes said. “If you want
you’re at in the process, our expert genealogy librarians
to learn in depth about Black literature and culture, this is
can help you, said Stephanny Smith, information manager
the place.” For more information: 317-275-4100 or to go
at ACPL. “Even if you’re just stopping through, you might
www.indypl.org/cblc
have a quick win, and get something scanned that will
make you feel you’ve accomplished something.”
of the beaten path, then consider seeking out the hidden
treasures in libraries on your next trip. After all, sometimes
A few branches of the Indianapolis Public Library
If you believe that travel is better with excursions off
system are Carnegie libraries, however the Central Library
the joy truly is found along the journey, and not simply in
downtown is not. But the structure alone at 40 E. St. Clair
arriving at the destination.
Agritourism
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Family Farms MULTI-GENERATIONAL
IN INDIANA BY LAUREN BOBBITT
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In a landscape where small family farms are increasingly becoming a rarity, Indiana is home to a diverse and resilient collection of multi-generational family farms that uphold agricultural legacies stretching back as far as a century or more. All of these families have found ways to preserve their roots while growing with the rising generations and opportunities. Many have incorporated elements of education and tourism into their operations, opening their gates so that the public can experience where their food comes from and what is required to produce it. A visit or meal from one of the farms below, or others like it around the state, rewards more than just your appetite. After all, when you visit the family farm, you become part of the family, too.
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This iconic central Indiana orchard experience is celebrating 90 years of operation this year and boasts continuous ownership by the
Tuttle family. Ruth Ann Roney, a fourth generation Tuttle who serves as the Retail & Marketing Manager, identifies the generational aspect of their farm as integral to the 2
overall experience: “We’re still owned and operated by the fourth generation of the same family, and we really strive to be a family-friendly welcoming location.” In addition to over 25 apple varieties, Tuttle Orchards also provides a complete agricultural experience. Summer and Fall are popular visit times to enjoy apple picking, corn maze, pumpkin patch, kids’ farm, hayrides, and more. But Ruth Ann is quick to remind visitors, “We also are able to provide people with a year round farm experience. We grow and harvest produce all twelve months of the year, and our Farm Store and Cafe are open all year long.”
1. TUTTLE ORCHARDS, IN HANCOCK COUNTY, IS A FOURTH-GENERATION FAMILY OPERATION 2. VIRGINIA AND RAYMOND RONEY, SECOND-GENERATION OF TUTTLE’S, WITH THEIR STATE FAIR SWEEPSTAKES APPLES IN THE 1960S. 3. APPLE HARVESTING AT TUTTLE ORCHARDS. PHOTOS I TUTTLE ORCHARDS
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This quaint honey farm just south of Indianapolis captures their rich history by 1 saying they have been making life sweeter for over one hundred years.” Tracy and Christina Hunter, along with 2 their children, are part of four generations who have practiced beekeeping and education. For them, farming is who they are. “This is not a job, it is a way of life,” Tracy says.
The farm is open year-round with a farm store and tours of the honey house and hives (varies based on season). Opening their farm to the public means the Hunters are opening their home and lives—a reality that lends authenticity and warmth to the experience, according to Tracy. “I want people to know that this isn’t just an industrialized, commercialized retail store front. This is first and foremost a working honey farm. You have come to our farm.” With the urgent concern around diminishing bee populations worldwide, there may be no better time to visit a farm that cares for these pollinators who are so critical for our food supply and environment—and their honey baklava is worth the trip! 3
1. TRACY HUNTER HARVESTING HONEY. PHOTO I HUNTER’S HONEY FARM 2. HUNTER’S HONEY FARM IN MORGAN COUNTY. PHOTO I VISIT MORGAN COUNTY 3. CHRISTINA HUNTER DIPPING CANDLES. PHOTO I HUNTER’S HONEY FARM
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Nestled in the rolling hills of southern Indiana, Fischer Farms is one of the state’s preeminent beef producers. Dave Fischer, with his wife Diana, carry on the long legacy of his grandparents’ farming. “Our home farm has been in our family since my 1 great grandfather bought the land from the sheriff after the Civil War veteran who previously owned the land did not return.” 2 For the Fischer’s, this legacy also includes naturally raised and processed meats. They raise their cattle on pasture, with no residual antibiotics or growth hormones. This quality and flavor has landed their meat on an impressive number of menus at notable restaurants in the downtown Indianapolis food scene, and across the state. While the farm isn’t open to the public for tours or visits, the best way to experience Fischer Farms it to get a taste for yourself! Simply visit one of several dozen spots around Indiana that serve and sell their meat, from groceries to restaurants and food trucks. 3 1. DAVE AND DIANA FISCHER. 2. FISCHER FARMS IS LOCATED AMONG THE ROLLING HILLS IN DUBOIS COUNTY. 3. THE FISCHER’S RAISE THEIR CATTLE ON PASTURE, WITH NO GROWTH HORMONES OR RESIDUAL ANTIBIOTICS. PHOTOS I FISCHER FARMS
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The drive from Harrison, Ohio, to Pokagon State Park in the northeast corner of Indiana lasted almost four hours for the Markarian family.
While Mother Nature helped make the trip memorable,
the park’s Potawatomi Inn astonished the Markarians, especially Angela.
“It was like we were in a Hallmark movie,” she said.
Potawatomi Inn is one of seven in the system of state
park lodges. Each is a perfect destination for a traditional holiday getaway with the family. With cheerful staffs, rustic
Angela and Alan Markarian and their three sons had
ambiences, home-style dining and natural surroundings,
become interested in Pokagon after seeing videos of its
State Park Inns evoke a sense of nostalgia and create
historic toboggan run on Facebook. So, they planned an
an environment for making long-lasting, meaningful
overnight trip two days after Christmas, while the kids were
memories with loved ones.
still on a holiday break.
Kwanzaa, New Year’s Day, or just looking for a getaway,
The trajectory was almost due north, a detail
Whether you’re celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah,
demonstrated by the change in scenery.
State Park Inns are the perfect winter destination.
The Markarians left their home outside Cincinnati with a
During winter, State Park Inns offer a two-for-one winter
green lawn in their rearview mirror. Pokagon greeted them
special. Stay two consecutive nights, and only pay for one,
with almost 8 inches of snow. The park is situated on the
Sunday through Thursday only (some blackout dates apply).
shore of Lake James, which was frozen and snowcapped,
Combined, the seven charming inns offer more than 600
adding to a sense of northern tranquility.
rooms, ranging from cozy queens to apartment-sized suites.
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Potawatomi Inn opened in 1927, two years after the
park opened. It offers 138 guest rooms.
Angela was most surprised by the inn’s cozy lounge
areas, with their huge stone fireplaces and comfortable leather furniture. In many hotels, common areas are vacant as occupants retreat to their rooms to spend their stay in private.
Not so at Potawatomi.
The Markarians saw families fresh off the toboggan run
warming their toes by the fire, scarves still draped around their necks. They saw children playing board games, and adults mingling over coffee. Kinship flowed from the lounge like a breeze off Lake James. You would have struggled to find someone staring at his or her smartphone.
It was as if Bing Crosby himself arranged the scene.
When it comes to winter recreation, Pokagon is best
known for its refrigerated toboggan run. The dual-track snow, the run is open on weekends after Thanksgiving and through February. Thirteen bucks gets you and as many as three friends the use of a park toboggan for one hour.
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facility drops 90 feet over a quarter-mile. Snow or no
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Whether the loved ones on your shopping list enjoy camping outdoors or sleeping in the comfort of an inn, Indiana’s State Parks has you covered with a State Park Holiday Gift Pack. The gift pack comes in two price options. The $99 option includes a 2019 resident Annual Entrance Permit, a one-year subscription to Outdoor Indiana magazine, and one of two $65 gift card options. Choose between a $65 State Park Camp gift card or a $65 Inns gift card. A $134 upgraded gift pack includes all that too, but the gift card is worth $100 instead of $65. Buy the pack at InnsGifts.com beginning Oct. 15. Orders ship within three to five business days. Orders received by Dec. 10 will ship by Dec. 18. The offer is available through Dec. 31. Indiana has 32 state parks and reservoirs throughout the state. The entrance permit grants gate entrance for all of 2019 for all state parks and reservoirs beginning Jan. 1. The Inns gift card can be used at any of seven state park lodging facilities, as well as at the awardwinning Pete Dye-designed golf course at Fort Harrison State Park in Indianapolis. The inns gift card can be used for lodging, meals in the dining rooms or gift card purchases. The camping gift card can be used at any state park or reservoir campground, as well as at the following DNR Division of Forestry properties: Greene-Sullivan State Forest, Covered Bridge Retreat, and Deam Lake and Starve Hollow state recreation areas. The gift card can be used toward cabins (excluding inns-operated cabins), campsites, cottages, group camps, recreation buildings, rent-a-camp cabins, shelters, and youth & rally camps. In addition to camping, the camp gift card also may be used to pay for daily or annual entrance fees, lake permits, horse tags, and many other items sold by a state park property, except for those operations run by private concessionaires. Outdoor Indiana is a bi-monthly magazine that brings you the best of the state’s outdoors in 48 pages of full color.
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Heritage interpreters bake cookies and make decorations as
recorded is 42 mph.
they prepare to celebrate a late-1800s Christmas. During the
The toboggan run ends near the inn.
evening hours, local musicians fill the air with seasonal songs.
The Markarians rode the toboggan three times, drank
Visitors can also enjoy wassail and cookies in the tavern.
hot chocolate in the toboggan run warming station, and then
The Markarians hope to return to Potawatomi Inn soon.
retreated to the inn to swim in the indoor pool.
The destination may even become a tradition.
Each inn has its own unique features.
Abe Martin Lodge at Brown County State Park is home
be greeted with holiday cheer, a warm fire and all the
No matter which state park inn you choose, you’ll
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to a 12,000-square-foot indoor aquatic center. So pack your
basketball, and a whirlpool.
Admission to the aquatic center is free for lodge guests.
Day passes are also available for non-guests, subject to availability, for $15 per person.
Built in 1939 from Indiana limestone, Spring Mill Inn in
Spring Mill State Park in Mitchell offers 73 rooms, an indoor pool and old-fashioned cooking at Millstone Dining Room.
The park’s restored 1800’s Pioneer Village comes alive
during the holiday season with “Christmas in the Village.”
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SWAN LAKE RESORT Chef Jack Godwin The path to culinary greatness sometimes takes you home
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PLYMOUTH – When Jack Godwin was growing up in Walkerton, Indiana, his mother owned an eight-lane bowling alley with a restaurant attached. One Saturday the cook didn’t show. Godwin, all of nine-years-old at the time and washing dishes for his mom, figured he could fill in for the missing cook. After all, he’d been watching the process for quite some time and was sure he knew what to do. “So I moved a milk crate over to the pizza oven and I got to work,” he says. Fast forward some 30 years. After a college try and a decade in the Marines and culinary jobs that took him to Washington and Nevada and New York and Pennsylvania, he’s returned to his hometown. But instead of pizzas at the bowling alley, this executive chef is putting out prized meals at Swan Lake Resort in nearby Plymouth, where there are two restaurants—the main Dickies Restaurant and the more casual Putter’s Bar & Grille with sports playing on large TVs, a billiards table and beer on tap. Both showcase views of the golf course. He credits a job at the restaurant Serafina in Seattle for really teaching him what he needed to know. “I learned almost everything there,” he says. “It’s still one of my favorite restaurants.”
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In Plymouth, he focuses on the freshness of ingredients as he works toward a true farm-to-table concept with items made from scratch. Since coming to Swan Lake, he’s revamped the menu but saved favorites. He’s big on running specials.
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“We want you to have a good time,” Godwin says. “We want you to have fun.” And he adds: “It’s not only about the food; it’s always about the food.” Chefs like stress, he says. “We like the angst, we like the heat, we like the burns, we like the cuts—all of it. We get addicted to that stress.”
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He particularly likes the teaching he can do in the kitchen; passing on knowledge is important to him. And he likes the opportunity to learn from his staff. “If you’re paying attention, you can learn something new every day,” he says. He’s quick to praise others in the kitchen. “You can’t get to where you are all by yourself,” he says. “There’s a whole team back there that get no credit, that works long hours in the heat …. you have to give credit to everybody.” Godwin says he doesn’t believe in signature dishes because it pigeon-holes a chef into one thing. He’d rather feel free to explore culinary ideas and create something different. But there are favorites that remain on the menu. Dickies is known for steaks—“We hand cut all our steaks”—as well as barbecue. Also, onion rings. “Of all things” Godwin says. “My fry guy curses me every day for tying up a fryer solely for this.” The restaurant has a pizza station, for East Coast pizzas. And, at Putter’s, there’s the pork tenderloin sandwich. “You have to do one of these if you’re in Indiana,” Godwin says. He says he’s glad he’s back, glad to be able to catch up with so many people he went to school with. “You can come home again,” he says. “And I’m glad I did.”
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Indiana Foodways Alliance Helps Foodies and Travelers Find the Best Local Eateries
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Promoting Local Flavor BY CATHY SHOUSE
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one of the “10 Best Food & Drink Trails in America” by PopSugar. USA Today’s “Best Food Trails to Explore in America” ranked the Hoosier Pie Trail 4th place in 2015 (beating out Kentucky’s Bourbon Trail), among many other awards the trails have won. “Indiana Foodways Alliance (IFA) represents some of the best local food in Indiana,” said Lindsey Skeen, marketing and THE BLUE GATE RESTAURANT AND BAKERY IN SHIPSHEWANA IS PART OF THE AWARD-WINNING HOOSIER PIE TRAIL. PHOTO
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media director for the group. “It’s experiencing the food but also the story behind the food. For instance,
If the Indiana Foodways Alliance had written
the story of The Wizard of Oz, Dorothy would have followed a culinary trail instead of the yellow brick road. Since 2007 the Alliance has promoted restaurant
Superburger in Paoli named their Triple Newk burger after a local teacher. Parke County’s Mecca Tavern is owned by the local football coach. Catello’s Mozzarella Bar in Pendleton is true authentic Italian and one of few places that make their own cheeses daily.
trails winding throughout
“Most of these locally-owned
the state that are devoted
the map by location, and
“Most of these locally-owned restaurants started out as pipe dreams and turned into a way of life through dedication, hard work and perseverance. In restaurant translation, that equals blood, sweat, and tears.”
encourages people to follow
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to certain foods. The organization lists restaurants that serve a specific type of food, lines them up on
Whether pies, tenderloins or ice cream are your
go-to food, or something else, there is likely a trail for it. Following a food trail is a fun way to discover new-toyou establishments, taste some of the most scrumptious food and drinks around, and get motivated to explore
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The Hoosier Pie Trail, Tenderloin Trail, and Sweet
Temptations Trail are most popular, and several have won awards. In 2018 the Tenderloin Trail was named
hard work, and perseverance. In restaurant translation, that equals blood, sweat, and
Shelbyville, where 81-year-old Shirley Bailey opened the Chaperral Café 50 years ago. Today, at age 81, Shirley still runs her restaurant with the same passion she did back in 1968.
different communities. Currently, more than 220 member food—and beverage—places in Indiana have
way of life through dedication,
a great example in downtown
along. Membership requires assessments that confirm a level of quality.
pipe dreams and turned into a
tears,” says Lindsey. She cites
the trail, eating their way restaurants to be locally-owned, and approved through
restaurants started out as
81-YEAR-OLD SHIRLEY BAILEY HAS BEEN RUNNING THE CHAPERRAL CAFÉ IN DOWNTOWN SHELBYVILLE FOR 50 YEARS.
Since 2013, her Purdue University degree in
The organization conducts visits to the restaurant
Restaurant, Hotel and Tourism Management has served
locations before a member is approved. Each member
Skeen well at IFA, and she loves to talk all things food
restaurant is exceptional, as determined by on-site
and drink. The married mother of three boys is a Fishers
assessments and tastings.
resident and her work takes her all over the state.
“We are not restaurant critics but story tellers. We
meet with the owners/managers and find out the story behind the food,” Skeen said. “That’s the best part of my job, connecting with the local restaurant owners. We also find out pertinent information on the restaurant like seating, group seating, do they use locally-grown products in their food, etc. Once the restaurant or
Indiana Foodways Alliance
business is assessed then they are officially a member of the organization and placed on trails.”
The original seeds of IFA’s history were sown by a
group known as the I-69 Cultural Corridor, founded in 1989 to promote activities to increase tourism along Interstate 69. For about fifteen years, sometimes off and on, various members worked
FRESH-CUT, HAND-BREADED TENDERLOINS ARE PART OF THE MENU AT 33 BRICK STREET, FRENCH LICK. COURTESY PHOTO I VISIT FRENCH LICK WEST BADEN
“I love eating at locally-owned
restaurants and experiencing
USA Today’s “Best Food Trails in America” ranked the Hoosier Pie Trail 4th place in 2015 (beating out Kentucky’s Bourbon Trail), among many other awards the trails have won.
different areas of local food culture
together from visitors bureaus and other organizations in Madison, Grant, DeKalb, Allen, Huntington, Delaware and Hamilton counties. They brainstormed, tried programs to attract more tourism, conducted research, and created a long-range development and
within Indiana and the US. . .” Skeen said. “I love the
marketing plan for the corridor. Ultimately, the group was
feeling of walking into a place and seeing personal spin on
renamed and IFA was born.
decor and food. Hearing the stories of the journey of the
owner, manager, or chef on owning/running the business
inventory to identify common threads among member
is an honor. My grandfather owned a tavern in North
counties,” said Karen Niverson, a former IFA Board
“In 2006 the organization undertook a cultural asset
Vernon, Indiana, for more than twenty years and I have learned throughout my life it is story behind the food.”
IFA is a nonprofit run by a volunteer board of directors
AT CATELLO’S MOZZARELLA BAR IN PENDLETON, CHEF CATELLO MAKES HIS HOMEMADE CHEESES EVERY DAY. PHOTO I LINDSEY SKEEN
and trail membership continues to grow. Restaurant members pay fees to join or some area visitors bureaus
“We have increased membership by 40 percent in
the last two years and have projected 30-plus additional restaurants in 2019,” Skeen said.
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Indiana Foodways Alliance
and the excellence in culinary pursuits across the state.”
Pam Sanders has seen success due to IFA
membership. Her son, Brad, owns Mecca tavern in Parke County and she helps with promotion. When she had an opportunity to join the tenderloin trail, she was hesitant.
“I kind of wondered what they could really do for
us,” Sanders said. “They were amazing. I thought, ‘Really, do people go from restaurant to restaurant to eat tenderloin?’ They do! They call.”
LAFAYETTE’S MCCORD CANDIES HAS BEEN SERVING UP HANDCRAFTED CANDIES, SODAS, AND MORE SINCE 1912. PHOTO
The bar went from serving 20 tenderloins a week
to 40 and has since been selling 60 to 80 per week. We
I MCCORD CANDIES
started turning into a restaurant instead of a bar, thanks
member and one of the founding members. “The
to the Alliance,” Sanders said.
inventory revealed a strong culinary product throughout
the region and the Culinary trail concept was born in
visitors are planning their next trip, according to Ashley
And restaurants may be a deciding factor in when
2007. The initiative was so
Gregory, director of sales for
popular that visitor bureaus and food-related businesses from counties outside our group became interested and almost immediately the Indiana Foodways Alliance became a statewide program.”
Maureen Lambert, marketing
“Within a week of being listed on the Tenderloin Trail, the bar went from serving 20 tenderloins a week to 40 and has since been selling 60 to 80 per week. We started turning into a restaurant instead of a bar, thanks to the Alliance.” – PAM SANDERS, MECCA TAVERN
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Visit Lafayette-West Lafayette. Ashley is the former president of IFA, and is still on the Board of Directors. “Restaurants are very important to tourism,” she states, “everyone wants to eat! When people travel, they always want to know where the locals eat and what food item that area
Anderson Madison County Visitors Bureau, was also
is known for. Locally-owned restaurants are typically the
a founder of IFA and has continued to play a key role
more unique places that have that iconic food item and
throughout the years. She’s currently the IFA treasurer.
where the locals like to hang out. They might have a fun
“As an original member of Indiana Foodways who is still
unique story behind the restaurant or a crazy menu item
on the Board of Directors, I still have the passion for the
that everyone must try, whatever it is, it is something
success of this organization,” Lambert said. “Culinary
that you can’t find other places. Restaurants are also a
tourism has the potential for new product and business
lot of times one of the first or maybe only experiences
development in Indiana.
visitors have with local residents and if the food isn’t
good or service is bad, they may not come back to
“Through the development of culinary trails, the
components, recognition program and education of
visit again.”
Indiana’s food identity, we hope the Indiana Foodways
Alliance will turn the Midwest’s attention to food,
“Foodie Movement” was just starting to become a
particularly Indiana, and increase food-related tourism
thing. “Since then,” she says, “food has become huge!
When Ashley first started with IFA, she says the
Andrew P. Rohrer is current IFA president, and
vice president of sales and marketing for the Blue Gate Restaurant in Shipshewana. He considers a unique trail to be the Soda-licious Trail because of the memories it brings back. He also enjoyed a recent meeting at the Wheel House Donuts in Rockville, with “make your own” donuts.
“Tourism as a whole is a fantastic industry to work
in, IFA is more focused obviously but in some ways it’s focused on the best part in my opinion, the food,” Rohrer
Indiana Foodways Alliance
said. “Every town or region does culinary tourism a little different, each has their “favorites” and passion runs deep when you talk about food. I think that’s the best part; yes eating the incredibly diverse and delicious foods, but also witnessing the passion and pride in what the owner and chef are offering!”
Rohrer believes that IFA has a bright future and will
continue to grow, prosper and boost state tourism.
“Food and restaurants are entering a bit of a golden
age I think ... over the last few years media has glorified the chefs and establishments that are providing new and exciting food experiences,” Rohrer said. “Not only in the actual food but also in the design of the space, staff, and ‘story’ behind the food. This
LOOK FOR RESTAURANTS DISPLAYING THE INDIANA FOODWAYS ALLIANCE WINDOW CLING.
“...we hope the Indiana Foodways Alliance will turn the Midwest’s attention to food, particularly Indiana, and increase food-related tourism and the excellence in culinary pursuits across the state.”
has created a hunger—pardon
– MAUREEN LAMBERT, ANDERSON MADISON COUNTY VISITORS BUREAU
restaurant down the street or
the pun—in the culture for truly unique and wonderful food experiences, something that often the locally owned a county over can provide. IFA is in a wonderful position to
provide that experience. We give access to the best of
course eating it! I think more people are traveling for
the best where discovery before was often only by luck
food and enjoy trying different things which in turn has
or happenstance. The trails are our way to help tell
helped IFA grow. We now include more communities
that story.”
throughout Indiana, have more trails and we continue to
work to get the word out about the local places.”
www.indianafoodways.com
For details and a list of all the trails, go to
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ENJOY A LADIES’ DAY OUT IN CULVER! START OUT IN OUR HISTORIC DOWNTOWN DISTRICT ON MAIN STREET with mimosas and breakfast at Cafe Max. Try the Sundried tomato, spinach and feta omelet with fresh baked wheat toast!
WALK OUT THE DOOR AND ONTO MAIN STREET FOR SOME DOWNTOWN SHOPPING! HOT SPOTS INCLUDE: Featuring new Italian bath and hand soaps Classic fashion and home decor Modern boutique with hand-picked clothing Browse the goods and travel back in time by stepping inside a 1930’s working phone booth
YOU CAN EVEN MAKE IT AN OVERNIGHT STAY with a visit to The Culver Cove Condos.
Smart, stylish, and simple casual clothing Buy fine chocolates or modern candy from costumed employees that take you way back!
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OCT 12-13-14
Three days of live music, outdoor entertainment, artists and crafters, and activities for the whole family! Visit www. culverfallfest.com for more info.
ONCE YOU’VE SHOPPED DOWNTOWN, head to The Culver Coffee Company for a famous Maxinkuckee Mocha & a lakeside stroll at the town park, then round out your shopping experience by visiting Flea Market Chic for unique home decor, gifts, and one-ofa-kind handmade furniture. DON’T FORGET TO CHECK OUT Ace Hardware for fresh (free!) caramel corn, lake decor, and Culver souvenirs. Finish up with dinner by the patio fireplace at The Lakehouse Grille—famous for their crab cakes and Reuben! Or continue your laughter over dinner at Lucrezia Trattoria with a glass of chilled Prosecco and the Boneless Chicken Breast Stuffed with Four Cheeses.
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BAZBEAUX Bazbeaux Pizza has been voted Indy’s best for over 20 years. Featuring fresh made
beers and wines. Beautiful dining rooms, outdoor deck and rooftop seating!
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Carmel 111 W. Main Street 317-848-4488 bazbeaux.com
HARRY & IZZY’S Harry & Izzy’s is an independent, upscale American grill located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis. Their menu features the world famous St. Elmo shrimp
153 S. Illinois St. Indianapolis, IN 46225 317-635-9594 harryandizzys.com
cocktail, pizza, burgers, sliders, and steaks, seafood, and chops. Open for lunch and dinner daily.
From shopping and entertainment to festivals, award winning cuisine, and sporting events, Indy offers something for everyone.
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Happenings IN
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Downtown Christmas Walk November 24, 2018 I 10-2PM
Very Merry Christmas November 28, December 5 & 12, 2018 I 3 & 7PM
Very Merry Christmas December 1 & 8, 2018 I 5-9PM each day
Christmas Festival December 1, 2018 I 5:45PM
Holiday Movies at the Ricks Theatre
Carriage Rides, James Whitcomb Riley Boyhood Home Open
lighting, Santa arrives
SPONSORED BY SHIRLEY VISIONARIES
SPONSORED BY GREENFIELD MAIN STREET
SPONSORED BY GREENFIELD MAIN STREET
www.rileyfestival.com
www.townofshirley.com
www.greenfieldmainstreet.org
www.greenfieldmainstreet.org
NEW PALESTINE
FORTVILLE
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Christmas Walk December 1, 2018 I 10AM-2PM
Winter Festival December 1, 2018 I 12-7PM
SPONSORED BY NEW PALESTINE CHAMBER
SPONSORED BY FORTVILLE ACTION
Octagon House Christmas Tree Walk November 30, December 7 & 8, 2018 I 4-8PM each day
www.newpalestinechamber.com
www.fortvilleaction.com
Businesses open, carriage rides, tree lighting, Santa arrives
Businesses open, treats, music, Santa arrives
Vendors, food, parade, live music, kid zone and Santa arrives
Decorated Christmas trees in the Octagon House, refreshments SPONSORED THE JANE ROSS REEVES OCTAGON HOUSE FOUNDATION
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Vendors, food, parade, tree
SPONSORED BY RILEY FESTIVAL
FOR MORE INFORMATION BE SURE TO CONTACT THE
TOURISM & VISITOR CENTER 119 W NORTH ST GREENFIELD, INDIANA
317-477-8687 www.hcvb.org
Fortville Action Inc
Greenfield Main Street Inc
Founded in 2011, Fortivlle Action Inc is a Main Street America Organization that focuses on the revitalization and economic development efforts in downtown Fortville, a very fast growing community located in the northwest corner of Hancock County. Fortville boasts several new shops and restaurants that are totally changing the face of this once bedroom community. To assist with this growing downtown, FAI sponsors several events within the Fortville Community including the summer Wednesday night cruise-ins, a summer concert series, an Independence day celebration and the popular Winterfest.
Greenfield Main Street Inc is located in the county seat. It got its start in 2008 and is therefore the first Main Street group in Hancock County. Since then, they have embarked on more than one downtown revitalization project. This includes their most recent one which was for $500,000 for facade renovations on 10 downtown historic buildings that hold a variety of businesses from restaurants to retail business to professional offices. GMSI is also a sponsor of several downtown events. These include: Bikes in Bloom, North Street Fitness Festival, Hometown Heroes Cornhole Tourney, Chalk Fest and Very Merry Christmas.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION BE SURE TO CONTACT THE
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www.greenfieldmainstreet.org
TOURISM & VISITOR CENTER 119 W NORTH ST GREENFIELD, INDIANA
317-477-8687 www.visitinhancock.org
New Palestine Main Street
Shirley Visionaries
One of our newest Main Street organizations, New Palestine Main Street, got its start in 2014. It focuses on promoting and developing New Palestine, a community located in the southwest corner of Hancock County. New Palestine Main Street has moved into the New Palestine Museum building where it can assist with the operations of that organization. Right now, this organization is assisting with some of the established events in New Palestine, including Summer Fest, New Palestine Fall Festival and the Christmas Walk.
The youngest Main Street organization can be found in the small community in the northeast corner of the county. Shirley Visionaries was established in 2016, and they work closely with the Town of Shirley government as well as the Jane Ross Reeves Octagon House. Shirley Visionaries sponsors or co-sponsors several events in their community: Shirley Strawberry Festival, Founder’s Day, Halloween Masquerade Party and the Downtown Christmas Walk.
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F O R M O R E I N F O R M AT I O N :
www.facebook.com/newpalestinemainstreet
www.townofshirley.com
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INDIANAPOLIS
Welcome to Morgan County, where you’ll find friendly small towns, beautiful scenic vistas and fun family experiences.
DISCOVER MORGAN COUNTY CHRISTMAS IN MORGAN COUNTY
Create treasured memories with small town events
Just southwest of Indy is an area that is quickly becoming a “must visit” destination. You’ll find experiences you’d never expect - view the world beyond at a NASA-affiliated space science institute, tour a working honey farm, relax at the state’s only winery that’s also home to a brewery and dstillery, hike the hills created by long-melted glaciers, create your own work of art ... you can do it all in Morgan County, Indiana! Morgan County will take your family from fun fall experiences all the way through the magic of the holiday season, with a variety of small town festivals and special events. October brings the fun of a visit to Anderson Orchard and a walk through the corn maze that’s part of the annual Fall Festival at Greendell Landscape Solutions, plus haunted adventures at area
parks and the historic Hall’s Haunted Halls! Beginning in November, the Martinsville Candy Kitchen will create holiday magic every Saturday with their handmade candy canes! Kids of all ages love to see how simple ingredients transform into everyone’s favorite Christmas treat. Santa will visit the Martinsville Candy Kitchen on November 24 and December 15 this year. Holiday fun continues in December with more candy cane pours, plus iconic local traditions like Victorian Christmas in Mooresville, the Santa Train in Morgantown, the Martinsville Cookie Stroll and Santa in the Park at Waverly Park. Whenever you visit this season, don’t forget to visit the Festival of Lights at Jimmy Nash Park— drive through any time from November 24 through New Year’s Day.
and experiences throughout Morgan County.
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Step back in time at the Martinsville Candy Kitchen where you will find delicious chocolates, ice cream and handmade candy canes. Watch Facebook for Candy Cane Pour Times.
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MARTINSVILLE, IN 46151
28 N. MAIN ST.
765-342-6390 Facebook.com/MartinsvilleCandyKitchen — watch our page for pour times of candy canes.
765-342-7722 Facebook.com/Berries&IvycountryStore
RALPH AND AVA’S Homemade soups, comfort foods, meatless options, salad bar, wraps, local wines, your favorite spirits and Morgan County’s largest selection of craft beer served in an eclectic, cozy atmosphere.
MARTINSVILLE, IN 46151
HUNTER’S HONEY FARM A family-owned and operated farm producing honey for over 100 years. Features honey, beeswax, bee pollen, candles, honey soap, moisturizing cream, lip balm, gourmet food and much more. Tours available year round (reservations required) and you can watch bees making honey in the live observation hive.
MON-SAT 9-6, CLOSED SUNDAY
PAM HURST DESIGNS / THE STERLING BUTTERFLY With a passion for fine art and crafts, this Martinsville boutique is both a showcase for professional artists and a show-how resource for artists in-the-making. Visitors to the shop can peruse the work of more than 25 local and regional artisans, with jewelry, pottery, dimensional and fiber art creations and more available for purchase. Workshops, classes and events are hosted to enhance your art experience. It’s hard to walk away from The Sterling Butterfly without finding something you can’t do without!
6501 W. HONEY LN.
MON-FRI 10-5, SAT 10-3
6 W. MAIN ST.
MARTINSVILLE, IN 46151
MOORESVILLE, IN 46158
765-537-9430 / 877-211-2086 huntershoneyfarm.com tracy@huntershoneyfarm.com
190 E. MORGAN ST. MARTINSVILLE, IN 46151
765-318-2159 pamhurst.com thesterlingbutterfly.com
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Get under the hood and watch the sparks fly! Tour the Toyota Visitors Center IN PRINCETON, INDIANA Tour the state-of-the-art visitors center and take a tram tour of the automotive plant for an up-close view of the automotive production process. • BUS PARKING AVAILABLE • HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE • FREE ADMISSION
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ALMOST HOME RESTAURANT & SWIZZLE STICK BAR Almost Home Restaurant offers one of the freshest menus in town. Guests can choose from a large selection of dishes created with fresh produce, hand carved steaks and fresh, never frozen seafood. Whether you live around the corner or across the state, you’re sure to find us well worth the trip. Dine with family or friends for lunch, dinner or just dessert. We also offer café style coffee, pastries, full-service catering and special-order desserts. Open Daily. The Swizzle Stick is a Cubs-themed bar attached to the restaurant that offers a full selection of beer, wine, and cocktails.
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HARRIS SUGAR BUSH All-Natural produced on-site maple syrup is the signature item packaged locally in unique gift jars. Maple cream, candy and delicious nut toppings are available too! Harris Sugar Bush also carries Indiana produced honey, BBQ sauce, jams, jellies and sorghum. Harris Sugar Bush is off the beaten path, but well worth the time. Open most days 9-5pm, but call first to make sure they’re not out in the woods.
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ADVENTURE HOW WILL YOU PAUSE IN PUTNAM COUNTY?
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LAFAYETTE / WEST LAFAYETTE TIPPECANOE BATTLEFIELD MUSEUM AND HISTORY STORE The Museum and adjacent memorial commemorates and interprets the nationally significant November 7, 1811 Battle of Tippecanoe. The History Store features books on Indiana, American military, American Native history and culture and offers reproduction historic items. Daily 10am-5pm [closed Wed]; Call for tours and programs
200 BATTLE GROUND AVE. BATTLE GROUND, IN 47920 765-567-2147
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This and much more can be found in Terre Haute, IN located within an hour of Indianapolis, near the Illinois border, and within 3-hour drive from Chicago, Cincinnati, Louisville and St Louis. This makes Terre Haute the perfect spot for your next “Girls Weekend Getaway” (Trivia Night at WaterTower Estates Winery and shopping downtown),
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NCAA Division I Great Lakes Regionals
Nike Cross Regional Mid-West Championship—3400 runners will be competing from five different states
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Downtown Terre Haute “Miracle on 7th St” Christmas Celebration
“Evenings Out” (begin with dinner at Stables Steakhouse), MultiGenerational “Day Away” trip (apple picking in the Wabash Valley with U-Pick options and the 25 indoor play and entertainment options in the Terre Haute area as well as the Terre Haute Children’s Museum).
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Columbus is located within the Indianapolis, Louisville, and Cincinnati triangle, right on your way if you are heading just about anywhere in the upper Midwest. It is a great destination for a getaway to enjoy the architecture, public art, green spaces, and a first-rate park system. eat
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RUDDICK-NUGENT HOUSE The perfect getaway! A historic B&B in a circa-1884 home offering a relaxed atmosphere with peace and quiet but close enough to enjoy the entertainment, food and lures of a big city. Private baths, wi-fi throughout, candlelight breakfasts, off street parking, over 2 acres of gardens. By Reservation
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COLUMBUS COMMONS Visit Columbus’ child-friendly living room. Located in the heart of downtown, experience spectacular downtown views, and indoor playground featuring the 30-foot Luckey Climber. The entire family will have fun here!
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GRAMZ BAKERY AND COFFEE BAR The place to go for a great cup of coffee and sweet treats in downtown Columbus. Gramz serves espresso drinks, pour-overs, and an extensive coffee brew bar. Baked goods are made in-house the old fashioned way; small batch using fresh ingredients. A cozy place where friends and neighbors gather!
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With dining options as diverse as our land-
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THE NASHVILLE HOUSE A Brown County Landmark, renowned for savory home cooking, antique collectibles and gadgets, and old-fashioned hospitality. Enjoy famous fried chicken, savory smoked sausage, tender roast turkey, slow roasted round of beef, and old fashioned baked ham—everything served with our famous hot fried biscuits and baked apple butter.
15 VAN BUREN ST. NASHVILLE, IN 47448 812-988-4554
OPEN 11:30AM TO CLOSING, CLOSED TUESDAYS
scape, culinary artistry abounds in Brown County. From farm fresh fare and home-style cooking to original recipes and gourmet cuisine, we have something to suit every palate. BON APPETIT!
ARTISTS COLONY INN Located in the heart of Nashville’s village with beamed ceilings, oriental rugs, the native stone fireplace and a wonderful collection of paintings add to the charm of our colonial style Inn. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, we offer a variety of menu choices. Specializing in homemade soups, salads, delicious sandwiches, desserts and our special sweet potato fries with a brown sugar sauce.
105 S. VAN BUREN ST. NASHVILLE, IN 47448 812-988-0600 ArtistsColonyInn.com
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the beauty and charm of Brown County with year-round recreation and outdoor activities, entertainment featuring local and regional musicians, craft libations, unique boutique shops and artist studios, delightful accommodations, gourmet cuisine, and endless family fun activities!
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mostly farmland, plus wildlife and nature preserves. It’s sparsely populated, but well known by hunters, fishermen, bird watchers and other outdoor enthusiasts. Hovey Lake Fish and Wildlife Area, along with properties managed by Indiana Department of Nature Preserves and the Nature Conservancy, showcase Point Township’s river bottom ecosystem and its cypress sloughs more common to Louisiana. Hovey Lake area provides refuge to diverse and sometimes rare wildlife and plant species, including Bald Eagles, migratory birds, and monarch butterflies. In modern terms, Posey County is a thriving center for river transportation, agriculture, and industry big and small: international companies, entrepreneurial startups, and a rural landscape with farm stands on the honor system. It’s city/ country mix with wide open spaces, beautiful waterfronts and solid, Midwest towns. It’s a laid back place where the hospitality, history, river-view sunsets, and walkable villages are a good enough reason to stop by. For more information, go to www.visitposeycounty.com
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Posey County is a fertile spot, where the Ohio and Wabash rivers meet, and in early days attracted settlement by industrious people for centuries. The county has remnants of ancient Precolumbian village sites and early Pioneer settlements, and was a destination for incredible outdoor opportunities and the generational home-place for farming families going back more than 200 years. Mt. Vernon, established along the banks of the Ohio River, is the largest, oldest town in the county. Early settlers established log cabins and built mills for grinding grain, sawing, and whiskey production. The village of New Harmony is known globally for two legendary utopian experiments conducted there “for the betterment of the people.” These movements influenced the world with innovative ideas and dedication to spirituality and the arts that endure to this day. Harmonie State Park, covering 3,465 acres of land that border the Wabash River, offers a host of beautiful wild spaces for hiking, biking, horse trails, and boat launches. Point Township is
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THIS TIME OF YEAR, OUR CALENDARS ARE FULL IN SOUTHERN INDIANA’S
HARRISON COUNTY
Between the brilliantly changing foliage to numerous festivals, spooky Halloween happenings, and opportunities to find the perfect handmade gift, you may want to visit more than once! ZIMMERMAN GLASSTOBERFEST OCTOBER 19 & 20
STATE HISTORIC SITE REAL HAUNTED HAPPENINGS TOUR
The third annual Glasstoberfest, organized by Zimmerman Art Glass, a 5th generation family business will feature demonstrations by glassmakers and other artisans, one-of-a-kind handmade items available for purchase, German food, and a beer garden with live music.
OCTOBER 27 Tour Indiana’s first state capital by the light of a lantern. Your guide will tell you about Corydon’s rich history in addition to forgotten tales of the town’s past—where some occurrences spookily remain unexplainable. The tour includes the Capitol Building and the Governor’s Headquarters, both of which are two centuries old.
WINTER WINE WALK DECEMBER 8 Local wineries set up tastings in shops and businesses throughout Historic Downtown Corydon for the annual Winter Wine Walk. Enjoy the downtown shops and courthouse, all decorated to fit the holiday season! This afternoon event is the perfect time to learn about regional wines and finish up your holiday shopping at Corydon’s many unique stores.
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LIGHT UP CORYDON N O V E M B E R 24 Light Up Corydon is one of the most highly anticipated events in Harrison County! The square in Historic Downtown Corydon will become illuminated with thousands of lights at the conclusion of a countdown. Stroll around the stores downtown, enjoy live entertainment, take a carriage ride, and visit with Santa.
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An astonishing array of handmade items and antiques comprise the Corydon Extravaganza, an event held three times a year at Corydon’s historic fairgrounds. Mark everyone off your holiday shopping list here!
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Find everything you need in the barn—Red Barn Antique Mall, that is! With a fantastic assortment of antiques there’s something for everyone in this unique Americana-style barn that is a treasure to see unto itself. Don’t miss visiting us and taking home something special! Located just across the west bridge, from downtown Corydon. Voted “Best of Indiana Antique Mall” - 2018 Electric Consumer
CORYDON Come for the history — leave with memories to last a lifetime.
BOUTIQUE ELISE When you look good you feel good! Boutique Elise features boutique style clothing at an affordable price. Offering clothing in sizes x-small through 3XL, shoes, and a unique selection of accessories, we’re sure to have
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something for everyone. Located on the square in downtown Corydon, be sure to stop by and see us today!
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Locations in Columbus as well as Brownstown. Tues-Thurs 11-5, Fri 11-6, Sat 11-4, Sun closed
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BUTT DRUGS Visit this charming pharmacy that dates back to 1952, known for its hysterical commercials featured on TV’s, “Ellen.” Three generations of the Butt family provide locally-owed drugstore service, an old-fashioned soda fountain, gourmet confectionery, unique apparel, along with a selection of Butt Liquor wine and spirits.
DISCOVERY CENTER Located in the historic old jail, magic abounds in this high-tech, handson journey through Indiana’s early development. Walk through history, investigate the mysteries of our cave system, and explore our interactive galleries. Put yourself in the middle of the Battle of Corydon and our 360° theater. Fun for kids from 2-102. The Discovery Center is much more than just a museum!
HARRISON COUNTY ARTS! INC. THE ARTISAN CENTER At The Artisan Center, there are many quality selections at all price points for the beginner or seasoned collector. In addition to rotating exhibits that feature local and regional art for sale, the gallery also houses a gift shop. When in Corydon, stop by our gallery to experience in person our selection of unique and original art.
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Dubois County offers small town charm and holiday festivities
In the rolling hills of Southern Indiana, embrace olde world charm found exclusively in Dubois County teeming with wonderful Christmas events, awe-inspiring attractions, and beautiful scenery. Huntingburg offers a Victorian Christmas experience and specialty and antique shops in the historic downtown. Ferdinand, home to the castle-like Monastery Immaculate Conception, hosts their Christkindlmarkt featuring over 200 booths of handmade treasures in a festive setting. Enjoy holiday shopping, artisan demonstrations, and festivities centered around the city’s enormous Christmas tree during the Jasper O’Tannenbaum Days.
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The sights, sounds and sensations of the holidays are all here, waiting for you to unwrap them. French Lick Resort’s 50 Days of Lights commence with two grand tree lighting ceremonies, and our holiday hoopla stretches all the way into 2019 with Thanksgiving feasts and Christmas cheer spread throughout. With familyfriendly activities and a half-million lights brightening the resort, the holidays illuminate brightest at French Lick Resort.
frenchlick.com • 888-936-9360 Management reserves the right to cancel or modify any event without notice. Must be 21 years or older to enter the casino. Gambling Problem? Call 1.800.9.WITH.IT!
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BY ELIZABETH GRANGER AND KAREN WEIK
Southern Indiana is home to a treasure chest of visitor experiences, but none so rich as F rench Lick and surrounding Orange County.
An hour south of Bloomington, this year-round destination
group activities like horseback riding, bowling, golf or even
boasts four seasons of fun and dazzles with two of Indiana’s
FootGolf together, and the kids can take advantage of the
crown jewels—for over a century now—French Lick Springs
KidsFest programming while adults visit the casino, enjoy a
Hotel and West Baden Springs Hotel. Plus, where else can
nice dinner or relax in the spa.”
you find a sanctuary for African animals like elephants and giraffes alongside the Polar Express?
Once known for its medicinal waters, by the end of the
1800s, French Lick had 14 trains arriving daily, bringing wealthy guests to indulge in her two sumptuous hotels. But by the mid-1990s, economic depression and decades of decline had taken a toll. That’s when Bill and Gayle Cook, a Hoosier
But a world-class resort is just the beginning for this
county in South Central Indiana. Big Splash Adventure Indoor Water Park and Hotel is kid-tested and approved for all year fun. Or, for those seeking outdoor water recreation, there’s Patoka Lake—Indiana’s second largest body of water—for water-skiing, boating, houseboat
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couple dedicated to restoring historic landmarks, stepped
to suit every fancy. And Patoka Lake Winery, across the
in and stepped up. They spent millions returning the two
street from the marina, serves award-winning wine in a
Indiana gems to their former opulence. Today, guests enjoy
setting of rustic charm. (Brides-to-be take note, their event
luxury and high-end service at both properties, complete
center is highly sought-after too!)
with a casino, providing something for all ages.
premier member of the Upland Wine Trail, is French Lick
“We are seeing more and more families traveling
Speaking of wine—one of the state’s best, and a
with multiple generations,” said Dyan Duncan, Director
Winery and sister distillery, Spirits of French Lick. For over
of Marketing for French Lick Resort. “Families can enjoy
20 years, John and Kim Doty have been creating best-
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selling varietals and libations enjoyed across the Midwest and beyond. Their Vintage Café offers mouth-watering Italian fare to boot.
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experiences few places can rival. Beautiful Wilstem Ranch, situated between French Lick and Paoli, hosts an everexpanding sanctuary for elephants and other exotic animals, with plans for a drive-through safari park. Up-close-andpersonal interaction with the animals is a once-in-a-lifetime memory-maker. Fall 2018 brought Jeff Watson and his grizzly bears to Wilstem Ranch, for what Watson calls, “a safe, unique, educational experience”.
Flipping the seasonal coin to winter, and another must-
do experience in Orange County, all aboard for French Lick Scenic Railway’s Polar Express®! Just like the name and story invoke, this pajama-clad holiday train ride sells out every year in November and December and is not to be
missed! (Check out their website for details on a new dinner
Lick was his home too. Find sports memorabilia from his
train too!) Then, slide over and spend the day skiing or
glory days playing for Indiana State University and later,
tubing at Paoli Peaks. One of only two ski areas in Indiana,
in his professional career, for the Boston Celtics, at several
families and skiers from as far away as Alabama trek here
area eateries. His former home, now known as Legend
for affordable winter recreation and shorter lift-lines.
of French Lick, operates as an event and entertainment
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And what about basketball great, Larry Bird? French
center. You can book over-night stays there too, or even try on his Olympic jacket at local restaurant, 33 Brick Street.
Rounding out this prime vacation destination are three
bucket-list golf courses, a top-notch museum (with an out-of-this-world diorama celebrating the county’s circus history), several restaurants listed in the Indiana Foodways Alliance food trails—including local favorite, Paoli’s cooperative Lost River Market, for homemade cinnamon rolls and huge cookies—to unique shopping experiences, wood carving, seasonal festivities and much more.
As two sisters said, who come from Kentucky each
year, gathering their grandchildren for a “Grandma Camp,” French Lick is their number one choice for fun.
“Family is very important,” says one of the
grandmothers. “It’s all about making memories.” Indeed. French Lick and Orange County, Indiana!
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Meet talented artists, watch demonstrations daily, and enjoy Orange County’s beautiful historic scenery! Artists
Manor will sponsor an expanded Wine Festival October 13th from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and October 14th 11:00 a.m. to
and craftsmen will be displaying for sale pottery, lamp work glass, handmade jewelry, lapidary art, paintings, photography, primitives, soaps, handmade brooms, wood carvings, handmade bags and much more. Food vendors will offer Gourmet Popcorn from Pop Around the Clock, homemade peanut brittle and more. The American Legion Post off Main Street will be serving rib eye, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, and fish sandwiches from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday and from noon to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday. Blackhawk
2:00 p.m. A Wine & Canvas Class will be offered on Saturday 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and on Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Blackhawk Manor proceeds go to Student Scholarships. Contact blackhawkmanorfestival@gmail.com or call 812-653-5789 for Wine & Canvas information. For additional information follow us on French Lick Artisan, Inc. on Facebook, contact us at www.frenchlickart@yahoo.com or call French Lick Artisan, Inc. at 812-272-1739.
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02. STREAM CLIFF
HERB FARM AND WINERY
Just south of Columbus and bustling in rebirth. Classic Stained Glass Gallery, Sharynn’s Quilt Box, Spice Cabinet, Perfect Day Café and antique shops offer unique gifts not found anywhere else.
A must-see stop! Dating back to 1820 with lush gardens, charming shops, cafes and a top-notch winery. This six-generation family farm offers something for everyone. www.StreamCliffFarm.com
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A rustic retreat with a hint of class. Acres of privacy surround a picturesque, secluded log cabin.
An adventure lover’s dream. Year-round events and top-notch mountain bike trails.
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The Kintner House Inn
330 W. Market St. Jeffersonville, IN 47130 812-285-1877 innonmarket.com
101 S. Capitol Ave. Corydon, IN 47112 812-738-2020 kintnerhouse.com
Built in 1881, the home boasts 25 rooms with seven guest rooms total—three of which are spacious suites; the remainder, comfortable guest rooms. Eleven fireplaces are located within the inn (many in the individual suites and guest rooms) two dining rooms, a relaxing front porch, as well as a rooftop party deck off the third floor. Restaurants, pubs, boutiques, live theater, as well as a pedestrian bridge (over the Ohio River) is literally a few hundred feet from your front door, and all close-by or within walking distance to enjoy during your stay in Jeffersonville.
The Kintner Inn is truly a treat for all the romantics. The Inn features 14 bedrooms all furnished their own bathroom and beautiful antiques. Breakfast in the morning will not disappoint. Dishes like pineapple zucchini bread, plum bread, sausage cheese grits and hot ham and cheese dishes served with fresh fruit, just to name a few! Even after check-out, use their parlor and front porch as “headquarters” for the day, and leisure shop downtown Corydon and/or visit a few of Harrison County’s 7 wineries!
Grant Street Inn 310 N. Grant St. Bloomington, IN 47408 812-334-2353 grantstinn.com We’re the size of an Inn with modern amenities yet provide the comfort and personalized service of a B&B, including a homemade breakfast. We have 5 buildings and 40 luxury rooms decorated to complement each’s history. You’ll be pleasantly surprised. Come stay for the experience.
Tuggles’ Folly 9377 Holmes Hill Rd. Aurora, IN 47001 812-438-9399 TugglesFolly.com
Experience true Midwestern charm and hospitality in this beautiful, Second Empire (circa 1880s) home located just a few blocks from the heart of downtown Jasper and centrally located to many attractions in Southern Indiana. Start your day with fresh brewed coffee or tea and a scrumptious, gourmet breakfast prepared by your hosts Fred Tone and his wife, Regina Nord-Tone. STAY.RELAX.ENJOY. OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK CHECK-IN IS BETWEEN 3-6 PM AND CHECK-OUT IS 11 AM
The Lighthouse Lodge on Lake Shafer 4866 N. Boxman Pl. Monticello IN 47960 574-583-9142 thelighthouselodge.com mike@thelighthouselodge.com Seven deluxe suites and five two-bedroom cottages. Perfect for vacations, weddings, reunions, parties, business retreats, and meetings. Open year round. Check the rave reviews on TRIPADVISOR & BEDANDBREAKFAST.COM.
Gladden House Bed and Breakfast 505 N. Main St. Salem, IN 47167 812-883-6045 gladdenhousebandb@frontier.com gladdenhousebandb.com Come home to Victorian elegance! This beautifully restored 1898 Queen Anne home and gardens offers the perfect getaway. Full deluxe breakfast and evening snacks. Conveniently located in southern Indiana a short distance from the French Lick Resort area, Louisville, Spring Mill State Park and I-65. Also enjoy Salem’s museums, historical sites, shops, restaurants, lakes and more.
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Experience southern comfort and hospitality while surrounded by casual good taste. Perched on a hilltop between Rising Sun and Aurora, Tuggles Folly features a magnificent view of the Ohio River and Valley areas. Only minutes from I-275 connecting southern Indiana, Cincinnati, Ohio and Northern Kentucky. Sit on the covered back porch sipping a cool drink, or take short drives to nearby wineries, antique shops, lovely restaurants, and riverboat casinos. Stable facility available for horses.
325 W. 6th St. Jasper, IN 47546 812-556-0111 winfieldwestbb.com
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For 30 years we’ve been greeting guests with warm Hoosier hospitality. We began as a simple frame house built in 1865 and recently completed renovations to dramatically expand and enhance the modern comfort and convenience for our guests today. Nestled among the quaint shops and eateries in Zionsville, we feature upscale accommodations and eight fully appointed guestrooms. Plus, the Chautauqua Room, a 750 square foot gathering place is suitable for meetings and events. Catering provided by a full-service restaurant and bar located in the Inn. Experience true peace during your next visit to Indy!
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In the Summer issue of Travel Indiana, we featured Anderson’s Paramount Theatre, and shared with our readers the beauty of this historic landmark through both words and photos. The creator of those impressive photos, Dale Pickett, is a long-time Anderson resident, and has been a professional photographer for more than 35 years. But photography isn’t just his profession; it’s his passion. “I still get a kick out of picking up my camera,” Dale says with a smile. “What keeps me going is that I still have fun while providing a great product for my customer.” Dale started his photography career almost by accident— literally. After surviving an accident that prevented him from returning to the U.S. Air Force—which he was on leave from at the time—he signed up for a photography class “simply for fun.” It didn’t take long for his instructor to realize there was a natural talent there, and encouraged Dale to consider a career in taking photos.
notice of his work and offered him a job. Since then, he’s won several awards, and began to focus primarily on commercial work. He’s traveled throughout the country on assignments for advertising agencies, and he’s taken photos of celebrities like Bill Gaither, the Oak Ridge Boys, Statler Brothers, and Sandi Patty. Some of his culinary photos have been published in cookbooks sold in Cracker Barrel restaurants throughout the U.S. You can see Dale’s photography throughout Madison County. St. John Hospital has 45 of his pieces featured in their hallways, and the Anderson Madison County Visitors Bureau has several of his framed photos hanging in their visitors center. But even with all the national presence and notoriety, Dale feels the most accomplished when someone asks to buy one of his photos to hang on their wall as art. “I’ll get calls from people who’ve seen a photo on my website or Facebook and ask to purchase it as art. That’s what makes me feel better than anything else.”
He started off freelancing in the early ‘80s for a local department store but, soon after, the Anderson newspaper took
For more information and to check out Dale’s works, go to www.dapickett.com
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Steely Dan
OCTOBER 6
Blue Gate Theatre
FORT WAYNE
Blue Gate Theatre
SHIPSHEWANA
fwembassytheatre.org
SHIPSHEWANA
riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
Kat Edmonson
riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
MUNCIE
Ronnie McDowell
THROUGH NOVEMBER 1
Stolen The Musical
Embassy Theatre
Pruis Hall OCTOBER 3-NOVEMBER 11
Web of Murder
bsu.edu/emens
Derby Dinner Playhouse
CLARKSVILLE derbydinner.com
Bontrager Family Blue Gate Theatre
SHIPSHEWANA riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
Ross Country Jamboree
NEW WASHINGTON OCTOBER 5
rosscountryjamboree.com/ schedule
Blue Gate Theatre
Ukulele Sing-Along PB&J
Doyle Lawson and the Bontrager Family SHIPSHEWANA
The Palladium
riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
CARMEL thecenterfortheperformingarts.org
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Ryan & Friends
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Embassy Theatre
fwembassytheatre.org
Pokey LaFarge Astra Theater
JASPER astratheater.com
Page Turner Adventures—The Magnificent Circus Mystery Jasper Community Arts
MUNCIE
The Lerner Theater
bsu.edu/emens
ELKHART
Amazing Grace
thelerner.com OCTOBER 11-NOVEMBER 18
Man of La Mancha
OCTOBER 13
INDIANAPOLIS
Blue Gate Theatre
beefandboards.com
SHIPSHEWANA
OCTOBER 11-12
riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
Blue Gate Theatre
Mike Boughey & Robbie Robertson
Beef and Boards Dinner Theater
Bill Anderson
Marty Haggard
SHIPSHEWANA
Ross Country Jamboree
riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
NEW WASHINGTON
The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley
OCTOBER 12
Bob Zany
Derby Dinner Playhouse
The Palladium
SHELBYVILLE
CLARKSVILLE
CARMEL
strand-theatre-shelbyville.org
JASPER jasperarts.org OCTOBER 6-NOVEMBER 10
Joshua Bell and Sam Haywood
derbydinner.com
thecenterfortheperformingarts.org
OCTOBER 11
Farewell Angelina
The Palladium
CARMEL thecenterfortheperformingarts.org
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Pruis Hall
FORT WAYNE
An Evening with Pat Metheny
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rosscountryjamboree.com/schedule
Strand Theatre
Rodney Carrington Emens Auditorium
Jasper Community Arts
MUNCIE
JASPER
bsu.edu/emens
jasperarts.org
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Glenn Miller Orchestra
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SHIPSHEWANA riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
Mark Trammell Quartet Blue Gate Theatre
SHIPSHEWANA riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
Scott Brandlee’s Postmodern Jukebox The Palladium
CARMEL thecenterfortheperformingarts.org
Living with a Fire Tour with Jesus Culture
BUMPER JACKSONS, PRIUS HALL, MUNCIE
Embassy Theatre
FORT WAYNE fwembassytheatre.org OCTOBER 19
Michael W. Smith
Shipshewana Event Center
SHIPSHEWANA
Get the Led Out
The Lerner Theater
ELKHART thelerner.com
THE Lloyd Wood Show
OCTOBER 24
Catapult—The Magic of Shadow Dance Embassy Theatre
FORT WAYNE fwembassytheatre.org
Mitchell Opera House
riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
MITCHELL
Croce Plays Croce
OCTOBER 20-NOVEMBER 17
SHIPSHEWANA
MUNCIE
Beef and Boards Dinner Theater
riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
Pruis Hall
bsu.edu/emens
The Moon Cats
Mitchell Opera House
MITCHELL mitchelloperahouse.com OCTOBER 20
Tracy Lawrence
Shipshewana Event Center
SHIPSHEWANA riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
Al Hilbert & Kelly Amy
mitchelloperahouse.com
rosscountryjamboree.com/ schedule
Rapunzel
INDIANAPOLIS beefandboards.com
OCTOBER 25
OCTOBER 22
Pruis Hall
How Great Thou Art
Derby Dinner Playhouse
Embassy Theatre
FORT WAYNE fwembassytheatre.org
John McEuen MUNCIE
bsu.edu/emens
CLARKSVILLE derbydinner.com
OCTOBER 26
OCTOBER 23
Shipshewana Event Center
Disney Junior Dance Party on Tour Embassy Theatre
FORT WAYNE fwembassytheatre.org
The Choir of Man
Emens Auditorium
Isaacs
SHIPSHEWANA riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
Engelbert Humperdinck The Palladium
CARMEL thecenterfortheperformingarts.org
MUNCIE bsu.edu/emens
OCTOBER 27
The President’s Own United States Marine Band
Shipshewana Event Center
Engelbert Humperdinck: The Man I Want To Be Tour
Emens Auditorium
SHIPSHEWANA
MUNCIE
riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
bsu.edu/emens
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Hitchcock Double Bill: The Birds & Psycho— Fright Night 2018
Booth Brothers
Shipshewana Event Center
Ross Country Jamboree
NEW WASHINGTON
OCTOBER 24 & 25
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Kirby Stahly & Melissa Combs
Chamber Music Society
Little River Band
The Palladium
The Lerner Theater
NEW WASHINGTON
CARMEL
ELKHART
rosscountryjamboree.com/schedule
thecenterfortheperformingarts.org
thelerner.com
United States Marine Band
Air Supply
Rodney Crowell
MUNCIE
JASPER
Ross Country Jamboree
The Palladium
CARMEL thecenterfortheperformingarts.org OCTOBER 29
Kimball Organ Series: A Trick or Treat Sing-Along Concert The Lerner Theater
ELKHART thelerner.com NOVEMBER 1
Graeme James with Alex Preston Pruis Hall
MUNCIE bsu.edu/emens NOVEMBER 2
Riders in the Sky
Blue Gate Theatre
SHIPSHEWANA riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
Emens Auditorium bsu.edu/emens
Jim & Lynna Woolsey Mitchell Opera House
MITCHELL mitchelloperahouse.com
Astra Theater
astratheater.com
O Sole Trio—Bravissimo Jasper Community Arts
JASPER jasperarts.org
NOVEMBER 3
The Marlins
Ross Country Jamboree
MITCHELL
Kelly Casey & Sarah Patrick NEW WASHINGTON rosscountryjamboree.com/schedule
Kellie Pickler
The Palladium
CARMEL thecenterfortheperformingarts.org
Joe Bonamassa
Embassy Theatre
FORT WAYNE fwembassytheatre.org
Mitchell Opera House mitchelloperahouse.com NOVEMBER 5
The Return: A Beatles Tribute! Derby Dinner Playhouse
CLARKSVILLE derbydinner.com
Ronnie McDowell
Ross Country Jamboree
NEW WASHINGTON rosscountryjamboree.com/schedule
BLUE GATE THEATRE
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NOVEMBER 14
Bursa Hall
Derby Dinner Playhouse
Voces 8
Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn
derbydinner.com
NOVEMBER 9
NOVEMBER 15
Ross Country Jamboree
Shipshewana Event Center
Collingsworth Family
NEW WASHINGTON
SHIPSHEWANA
rosscountryjamboree.com/schedule
riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
John Hiatt
The Palladium
CARMEL thecenterfortheperformingarts.org
Sidra Bell Dance: Monster Outside
Emens Auditorium
MUNCIE bsu.edu/emens
Sheila Stephen
Mitchell Opera House
MITCHELL mitchelloperahouse.com NOVEMBER 9 & 10
Chuck Wagon Gang Blue Gate Theatre
SHIPSHEWANA riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule NOVEMBER 9—JANUARY 5
NOVEMBER 16
Jeanne Robertson
Shipshewana Event Center
SHIPSHEWANA riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
Royal Wood
The Tarkington
CARMEL thecenterfortheperformingarts.org
Boney James
The Palladium
CARMEL thecenterfortheperformingarts.org
Frankie Ballard
The Lerner Theater
ELKHART thelerner.com
Christmas In Paradise the Musical
Bryan White
SHIPSHEWANA
MITCHELL
Blue Gate Theatre
Mitchell Opera House
riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
mitchelloperahouse.com
NOVEMBER 10
Clay Walker
Billy Keith & Susan West
NOVEMBER 17 Shipshewana Event Center
Ross Country Jamboree
SHIPSHEWANA
NEW WASHINGTON rosscountryjamboree.com/schedule
riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
Cash & The King
Lloyd Wood Show
Mitchell Opera House
Ross Country Jamboree
MITCHELL
NEW WASHINGTON
mitchelloperahouse.com
rosscountryjamboree.com/schedule
NOVEMBER 11
Brian Wilson
The Ugly Duckling The Tarkington
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TERRY LEE and the ROCKABOOGIE BAND
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DONNIE BAKER COMEDY
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CARMEL thecenterfortheperformingarts.org
thecenterfortheperformingarts.org
Ladies for Liberty
Mitchell Opera House
MITCHELL mitchelloperahouse.com
MJ Live
The Lerner Theater
ELKHART thelerner.com
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Rocking Terry Lee
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NOVEMBER 23 & 24
Ryan & Friends
MITCHELL
Blue Gate Theatre
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis
mitchelloperahouse.com
SHIPSHEWANA
MUNCIE bsu.edu/emens
NOVEMBER 17-DECEMBER 22
riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
Derby Dinner Playhouse
NOVEMBER 24
Mitchell Opera House
A Velveteen Rabbit Christmas CLARKSVILLE derbydinner.com
Emens Auditorium
NOVEMBER 30
Christy Miller & Mike Boughey
Gaither Vocal Band Christmas Shipshewana Event Center
Ross Country Jamboree
SHIPSHEWANA
NEW WASHINGTON NOVEMBER 18
rosscountryjamboree.com/schedule
riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
Jasper Community Arts
NOVEMBER 29
Dennis DeYoung
Edmar Castaneda JASPER
Ronnie Milsap
The Palladium
Shipshewana Event Center
CARMEL
SHIPSHEWANA
thecenterfortheperformingarts.org
Noel The Musical
riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
Lick Creek Band
MUNCIE
Sara Evans
jasperarts.org NOVEMBER 20
Emens Auditorium bsu.edu/emens
Mitchell Opera House
MITCHELL
The Palladium
mitchelloperahouse.com
CARMEL NOVEMBER 22-DECEMBER 31
thecenterfortheperformingarts.org
NOVEMBER 30-DECEMBER 1
Beef and Boards Dinner Theater
Straight No Chaser
Ross Country Jamboree
Elf the Musical
Exile
INDIANAPOLIS
Embassy Theatre
NEW WASHINGTON
beefandboards.com
FORT WAYNE
rosscountryjamboree.com/schedule
fwembassytheatre.org
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PURDUE UNIVERSITY ELLIOTT HALL OF MUSIC 800.914.7469 purdue.edu/pmo PURDUE CHRISTMAS SHOW, ELLIOTT HALL OF MUSIC, WEST LAFAYETTE
Larry Gatlin & The Gatlin Brothers with The Booth Brothers
Tammy’s choir, Greg Perkins, Kelly Trask
Mike Fryman
Ross Country Jamboree
NEW WASHINGTON
rosscountryjamboree.com/schedule
SHIPSHEWANA
rosscountryjamboree.com/schedule
riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
Buddy Jewell
Jane Lynch Christmas
MITCHELL
The Palladium
CARMEL
Mitchell Opera House mitchelloperahouse.com
thecenterfortheperformingarts.org
DECEMBER 9
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
The Palladium
Dave Koz & Friends Christmas
Embassy Theatre
CARMEL
FORT WAYNE
thecenterfortheperformingarts.org
fwembassytheatre.org
DECEMBER 12
All is Calm
The Palladium
CARMEL thecenterfortheperformingarts.org DECEMBER 28-29
Bellamy Brothers Blue Gate Theatre
SHIPSHEWANA riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
Broadway Christmas Wonderland
DECEMBER 29
Elliott Hall of Music
FORT WAYNE
Ross Country Jamboree
WEST LAFAYETTE
fwembassytheatre.org
DECEMBER 1-2
Purdue Christmas Show
purdue.edu/pmo/christmas-show DECEMBER 1-21
A Christmas Carol
Embassy Theatre
DECEMBER 13-15
Glory & Majesty of Christmas
PRESENTED BY THE RICK WEBB FAMILY
Beef and Boards Dinner Theater
Blue Gate Theatre
INDIANAPOLIS
SHIPSHEWANA
beefandboards.com
riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
DECEMBER 4
Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker Embassy Theatre
FORT WAYNE fwembassytheatre.org DECEMBER 5
DECEMBER 13
An Olde English Christmas with Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone Shipshewana Event Center
SHIPSHEWANA
Ross Country Jamboree Band NEW WASHINGTON rosscountryjamboree.com/schedule
Sounds of Summer: A Beach Boys Tribute Mitchell Opera House
MITCHELL mitchelloperahouse.com DECEMBER 31
New Years Eve: Jimmy Fortune, Lynda Randle & Aaron Wilburn! Blue Gate Theatre
SHIPSHEWANA riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
CIRQUE MUSICA HOLIDAY PRESENTS
riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
The Lerner Theater
DECEMBER 14
The Palladium
Shipshewana Event Center
thecenterfortheperformingarts.org
Wonderland ELKHART
thelerner.com
Lorrie Morgan: Enchanted Christmas SHIPSHEWANA
New Year’s Eve Extravaganza CARMEL
riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
JANUARY 2-3
Daily & Vincent Christmas SHIPSHEWANA
A Christmas Carol
Derby Dinner Playhouse
JASPER
derbydinner.com
DECEMBER 6
Shipshewana Event Center
riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule DECEMBER 7
Point of Grace
Shipshewana Event Center
SHIPSHEWANA riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
jasperarts.org DECEMBER 14-16
White Christmas
The Lerner Theater
ELKHART thelerner.com
Carol of the King: The Irish Dance Christmas Spectacular
DECEMBER 15
SHIPSHEWANA
SHIPSHEWANA
Shipshewana Event Center
riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
Sawyer Brown Christmas
Shipshewana Event Center riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule
THE MONARCHS PRESENT “A Tribute to Rock, Rhythm & Doo Wop”
CLARKSVILLE
JANUARY 4-5 CHRIS COLLINS & BOULDER CANYON PRESENTS A Tribute To John Denver
Derby Dinner Playhouse
CLARKSVILLE derbydinner.com JANUARY 5
Amber Martin
Ross Country Jamboree
NEW WASHINGTON rosscountryjamboree.com/schedule
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GALLERY406 BE TRANSFORMED. Art has the power to inspire peace, pride, empathy, or joy. It draws us in, suspending time, uplifting our spirits, teaching us something about ourselves. It invites us to be co–narrators in a dynamic story. It may leave us with more answers or more questions, but one thing is certain: it changes us. Spend time in gallery406 and be transformed.
Mon-Sat 10-5:30, First Fridays 10-8
INSIDE FOUNTAIN SQUARE MALL 101 W. KIRKWOOD AVE. #112 BLOOMINGTON, IN 47404 812-333-0536 gallery406.com
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After a 15-year second career as a photographer, Dorrel Harrison started handcrafting barn boards in New York State. When he retired as a health educator, Dorrel moved to southern Indiana, and his hobby grew as he began handcrafting classic barns in Southern Indiana.
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Dorrel wants his selection as an Indiana Artisan to lead to a greater appreciation of the barns in southern Indiana, many of which remind him of the farms in up-state New York/Vermont.
BROWN COUNTY ART GALLERY
BarnMillPlaques.com
Our art glass studio designs and constructs doors, windows, sidelights, transoms, cabinet insets, and lamps for homes, churches and businesses as well as repair and restoration. In our store we carry a complete line of tools, glass supplies and pattern books, for the stained glass crafter. Our gift gallery showcases a variety of beautiful stained glass, fused glass, blown glass and painted glass, plus so much more for your home and garden.
250 E. HOOSIER ST. NORTH VERNON, IN 47265 812-346-4527 / 888-484-5277 ClassicStainedGlassShop.com Facebook.com/ClassicStainedGlass&GiftGalleryInc
HINSHAW ROCK’N GEMS
FREE ADMISSION
THREE BLOCKS EAST OF COURTHOUSE MAIN ST & ARTIST DR
Daily 11-5:30 and by appointment
Brown County’s original art gallery, established in 1926, featuring many of Indiana’s finest contemporary and early art colony masters. Mon-Sat 10-5, Sun 12-5
FREE PARKING
NASHVILLE, IN 47448 BrownCountyArtGallery.org
INSPIRED FIRE GLASS STUDIO & GALLERY Inspired Fire Glass is located minutes from downtown Lafayette. Shop customizable jewelry, photography and art by local, national and international artists. Stop by to shop or to see artists in action. Glass classes offered for children and adults. Come be inspired at Inspired Fire Glass Studio and Gallery, Lafayette’s best variety in glass.
Tues-Fri 9-5, Sat 9-2, Sun-Mon closed
Nationally and internationally known artisans, the Hinshaw family has been creating beautiful jewelry and decorator pieces since 1961. Unique jewelry designed and created by silversmith, Merrill Hinshaw. Named by Lapidary Journal as one of the top ten stone polishers in the nation, the Hinshaws cut and polish stones by hand to create a work of art.
812- 988-4609 dorrel.harrison@frontier.com
CLASSIC STAINED GLASS AND GIFT GALLERY, INC.
1232 S. COUNTY ROAD 650 W. FRENCH LICK, IN 47432 812-936-7255 HinshawRockNGems.com For visitor info: 812-936-3418 or VisitFrenchLickWestBaden.com
Tues-Sat 10-5
2124 STATE ROAD 25 W. LAFAYETTE, IN 47909 765-474-1981 InspiredFire.com
HEACOCK’S EASTSIDE GALLERY What a wonderful gallery of diverse artwork with so many pieces to view. Spend hours perusing through the artfilled rooms of this classic vintage building. Enjoy seeing large number of small artists represented from Scott and surrounding counties. Heacock’s is adding new talent every day featuring new receptions every six weeks on Friday evenings.
Closed Sun, Mon & Wed, Tues-Thurs 10-5, Fri-Sat 12-6
183 E. MCCLAIN AVE. SCOTTSBURG, IN 47170 812-595-0534
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BLOOMINGTON
DOWNTOWN SQUARE
FOUNTAIN SQUARE
PLAYWRIGHTS PROJECT
Arts
7:30 pm Bloomington Playwrights Project
8 pm Indiana University Auditorium
Spamalot
BLOOMINGTON
BLOOMINGTON
buskirkchumley.org
iuauditorium.com
OCTOBER 5
NOVEMBER 2-4, NOVEMBER 16-17
Sandi Patty
PRESENTED BY THE WAREHOUSE
7:30 pm Buskirk-Chumley Theater
BLOOMINGTON buskirkchumley.org
Hansel & Gretel
2 pm, 7:30 pm Jacobs School of Music Musical Arts Center & Clowes Memorial Hall
BLOOMINGTON OCTOBER 10-11
music.indiana.edu
8 pm Indiana University Auditorium
NOVEMBER 8
BLOOMINGTON
8 pm Buskirk-Chumley Theater
Chicago
iuauditorium.com
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Glitches in Reality
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Portland Cello Project
BLOOMINGTON OCTOBER 12
buskirkchumley.org
PRESENTED BY LIGHTNING PRODUCTIONS, LLC
NOVEMBER 10
7:30 pm Buskirk-Chumley Theater
7:30 pm Indiana University Auditorium
The Mersey Beatles
BLOOMINGTON buskirkchumley.org OCTOBER 12-13, 19-20
Dialogues of the Carmelites 7:30 pm Jacobs School of Music Musical Arts Center
BLOOMINGTON music.indiana.edu OCTOBER 19
Modest Mouse
PRESENTED BY MADISON HOUSE
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Potpourri of the Arts
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War Requiem conducted by Betsy Burleigh Oratorio Chorus & Philharmonic Orchestra
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B REW WINE & D I S T I L L E RI E S Celebrate the season at t h e s e d r i n k- w o r t h y v e n u e s
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Fruit Hills Winery and Orchard, in the scenic
hills of Bristol in northern Indiana, is the result of hard work—and big dreams—of owners David and Michele Muir. This farm winery opened in 2010, capping off a journey that started in 2009 on a family trip to Mt. Dora, Florida, for a wedding. During the Muir’s time in
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Michele the idea. David had just lost his job of 15 years
truly is a family business,” says David. “I even spent this
and had already been doing small batch grape and fruit
morning in the cellar with my three-year-old grandson,
wines for family.
Oliver. He helped me get the yeast ready to put in one
of our latest batches of wine. He’s still young but can stir
That idea stuck with them and upon returning back
to Indiana, with the help and encouragement of their
a bucket with a spoon. I’ll likely remember this morning
son, Nathan, and daughter-in-law, Brittany, the dream
longer than he will.”
became a reality. The Judson Fruit Farm has been in
David’s family since 1852 where it began producing fruit
and their attractive and inviting tasting room gives you the
around 1898. “We are working to build this business so
opportunity to sample all of their different wines. You may
that for generations to come, our hard work pays off. It
also step outside onto the large deck, or front porch, and
When you visit the winery you’ll be greeted warmly,
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enjoy the view while having a glass of wine. In the warmer months, you’ll find live entertainment each weekend.
With around three acres of vineyards, they focus
primarily on newer cold-hardy varieties such as Marquette and Frontenac Gris. But they grow other varieties as well, including Vignole and Traminette, which has been designated as Indiana’s signature grape. They also produce wines with grapes and juice purchased in areas with different growing conditions than Indiana. Their fruit wines are extremely popular, including their signature apple wine which has cherry juice added to it to give an extra measure of complexity and flavor.
The Muirs appreciate the opportunity to live out their
dream and say they “are thankful for all of the friends and family who have helped make our dreams come true.”
Visit them on your next trip to Elkhart County.
Family owned winery overlooking estate vineyards and offering small batch, hand-crafted wines.
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Seymour Oktoberfest 11 am–11 pm Downtown
OCTOBER 6
8th Annual Harvest Moon Festival
SEYMOUR
12 pm–7:30 pm Owen Valley Winery
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Porter’s Perfect Pint Festival
Fort Wayne Veg’n Brew Fest
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12 pm–6 pm Headwaters Park
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Central Park griffith.in.gov
1 pm–5 pm Porter’s Hawthorne Park
2 pm–10 pm South Main St.
CROWN POINT crownpoint.in.gov
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Oktoberfest Crown Point
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WINE-A-REE FESTIVAL, COLUMBUS
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Southern Indiana Bacon & Blues Festival Saturday 12 pm–8 pm Sunday 9:30 am–6 pm Best Vineyards Winery
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Craft Beer Experience at French Lick Resort
7 pm West Baden Springs Hotel
FRENCH LICK visitfrenchlickwestbaden.com
MUNSTER ALE FEST, MUNSTER
Blackhawk Manor Wine Festival
11 am–6 pm Downtown French Lick
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WINE & DESSERT SOIRÉE, WEST BADEN SPRINGS HOTEL
Tomlinson Tap Room
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With its interior design crafted from reconditioned materials and the historic setting of the Indianapolis City Market as its backdrop serving only Indiana beer on draft, Tomlinson Tap is the ideal place for craft beer enthusiasts to unwind and enjoy full flavored brews that are both traditional and distinctive.
Tomlinson Tap Room 222 E. MARKET ST.
INDIANAPOLIS 317-423-2337
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OCTOBER 20
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1 pm–5 pm Chateau Thomas Winery of Plainfield
Munster Ale Fest
PLAINFIELD
1 pm–4:30 pm Centennial Park
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2nd Annual Hendricks Co. ‘Hoppy’ Halloween Craft Beer, Wine & Spirits Fest
12 pm Athenaeum
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Jackson County Festival of Wine and Brews
Wine and Dessert Soiree
BROWNSTOWN
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2 pm–6 pm W.R. Ewing
MIXOLOGY CLASS, WEST BADEN SPRINGS HOTEL
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Fall Foliage Wine Cruise
6th Annual Boo N Brew
2 pm–4 pm Patoka Lake Marina
2 pm–6 pm Clay Terrace
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Bourbon & Bites
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8 pm West Baden Springs Hotel
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Winter Wine Walk
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Dash for the Glass 5K 2 pm Patoka Lake Winery
3 pm–7 pm Historic Downtown Corydon
Mixology Class
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Wine-A-Ree Festival
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6 pm–9 pm French Lick Winery
Annual Bonfire, Hayrides, Cookout
1 pm–4 pm LaPorte Civic Auditorium
COLUMBUS
La Pour Brew & Wine Fest
LAPORTE
12 pm–9:30 pm Turtle Run Winery
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CORYDON turtlerunwinery.com
McClure’s orchard / Winery APPLE ORCHARD + AWARD-WINNING WINES
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8 pm West Baden Springs Hotel
McClure’s Orchard/ Winery is a family-owned and operated apple farm located in the rolling hills of north central Indiana, focusing on estate grown hard ciders and wines. Enjoy the fruits of our labor, fresh, cooked and fermented, in our café and market store. Open year-round, hours vary seasonally.
5054 N. US 31
PERU, IN 46970 765-985-9000
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Circle of Lights® PRESENTED BY IBEW #4 81
For 56 years, thousands of spectators have gathered Downtown at Monument Circle to see the most spectacular holiday display illuminate. Central Indiana’s most beloved tradition is here again. Downtown Indy, Inc.’s Circle of Lights® presented by IBEW #481 will take place the day after Thanksgiving, Nov. 23, 2018. The decorations on the Soldiers & Sailors Monument will look familiar—52 garland strands with 4,784 new LED colored lights, strung from the top of the Monument to its base. The Monument will continue to be surrounded with 26 larger-than-life toy soldiers and sailors and 26 peppermint sticks. More than 100,000 spectators are expected for the FREE ceremonial lighting and holiday kickoff on Friday, Nov. 23. Entertainers chosen from statewide auditions will share the stage with Josh Kaufman, host of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s IPL Yuletide Celebration. Festivities begin at 6 p.m. with the live televised show running from 7–8 p.m. on (NBC) WTHR-13. The Monument light-up will occur at approximately 7:55 p.m. And who gets to “flip the switch?” Each year, a lucky child is chosen from the Coloring Contest to help Santa illuminate the night. To conclude the evening, watch the sky for a Fireworks Finale. Millions of sightseers will take in this brilliant spectacle throughout the holiday season, lit through early January. Travelocity named the Circle of Lights® one of the top five “must-see Christmas trees” in the nation. USA Today also listed the Circle of Lights® as one the “10 Best Holiday Attractions.” Visit www.downtownindy.org for all holiday happenings.
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Oct. 26-27 Countywide (Parke Co., West Reg.) Halloween in Parke County Oct. 26-27 – Rockville Lake Park. 765-569-6541 Oct. 27 – Montezuma. 765-245-2728 Oct. 27 – Raccoon Lake SRA. 765-344-1412 coveredbridges.com Oct. 20-21 Vallonia (Jackson Co., South Central Reg.) 50th Annual Fort Vallonia Days Historic Fort on Main St. Food, craft, and flea market vendors. Sat. parade 1pm. Live entertainment. 5k run/walk. Baby contest. Muzzleloader shoot. Tomahawk, horseshoe and knife throw. No adm. chg. 812-498-2925; fortvalloniadays.com
October 12-21 Rockville (Parke Co., West Reg.) Parke County Covered Bridge Festival™ Historic downtown Rockville, courthouse lawn. Headquarters to the Parke County Covered Bridge Festival since its start in 1957. Vendors of homemade/handmade items, primitives, and antiques. Local non-profits serve food. Free maps at information booths with staff on hand to help. Guided bus tours of covered bridges. Shop store-front businesses around the square. Art gallery, historical museum, 1883 train depot. Historic Ritz Theater offers theatrical presentations. No adm. chg. 765-569-5226; coveredbridges.com Oct. 14 Bristow (Perry Co., South Reg.) Bristow’s Octoberfest & Street Rod, Antique and Classic Car and Truck Show Bristow Community Center. 29th Annual. Food vendors, craft booths, flea market, door prizes, top 50 dash plaques. Street Rod, Antique, Classic Car and Truck Show. Music entertainment. No adm. chg. 812-547-9991; pickperry.com Oct. 19-20 Corydon (Harrison Co., South Reg.) Zimmerman Glasstoberfest Downtown. 2nd Annual. Celebrate a family tradition of glass making. Demonstration, live music, beer garden, artist’s booths, entertainment and German food! Begins 5pm Fri. and 10am Sat. No adm. chg. 888-738-2137; thisisindiana.org
Oct. 20-21 Huntingburg (Dubois Co., South Reg.) Harvest Home Festival 4-H Fairgrounds. Early holiday shopping. Tri-state’s premier arts and craft show for 40 years. Over 200 vendors creating handcrafted items using various materials. $3 parking. No adm. chg. 812-630-6218; 4riversartsandcrafts.com
Oct. 27-28 Corydon (Harrison Co., South Reg.) Corydon Extravaganza Fairgrounds. The area’s best antique dealers and wide range of unique finds. Primitives, old advertising, furniture, architectural salvage and other treasures. Adm chg. 888-738-2137; corydonextravaganza.com Nov. 2-3 Montgomery (Daviess Co., South Central Reg.) Gasthof Holiday Bazaar Gasthof Amish Village. 10am-4pm. Variety of vendors, handmade crafts, jewelry, home décor. Sample Gasthof goodies. Homemade Amish buffet, bakery and gift shops. No adm. chg. 812-486-4900; gasthofamishvillage.com Nov. 3 Shelbyville (Shelby Co., Central Reg.) Delta Theta Tau 46th Annual Gift & Hobby Show Shelbyville Middle School. Celebrate 46 years of shopping. Handcrafted toys, jewelry, florals, confections apparel and more. Refreshments available. Proceeds support local charities. No adm. chg. 765-525-7121; giftandhobbyshow.com
Oct. 20, 27, 31 Cutler (Carroll Co., West Reg.) Haunted Adams Mill CR S 75 E. Ghostly tours of all three floors of historic Adams Mill. Tractor-drawn hayrides through the haunted forest. Enjoy warm treats around the campfire. 6-10pm nightly. Adm chg. 765-564-6757; adams-mill.org Oct. 20-21 Cannelton (Perry Co., South Reg.) Shubael Pioneer Village Heritage Weekend Hwy 66, Rocky Point. Reconstructed log homes in a pioneer village setting. Blacksmith, weaving, bread oven, stone jail, country store and music. Worship service on Sun. No adm. chg. 812-547-7933; pickperry.com
Nov. 3-4 Vincennes (Knox Co., South Central Reg.) Muster on the Wabash Fort Knox II. War of 1812 reenactment. Period battles, duel, crafts, confrontation between Tecumseh and Harrison. Period food, demonstrations and merchandise. Adm chg. 812-882-7422; visitvincennes.org/muster
Oct. 26-30 Decatur (Adams Co., East Reg.) Callithumpian Festival Citywide. Highland Games on Oct. 6. Halloween celebration. Parade, creatures of the night, poster painting, fireworks and food. Chg. for haunted wagon tours and 5K canter. No adm. chg. 260-724-2604; decaturchamber.org
Nov. 3 Columbus (Bartholomew Co., South Central Reg.) Wine-A-Ree The Commons. Wine, beer and spirits tasting festival with a silent auction and food vendor. Commemorative glass included in the price of the ticket. Adm chg. 812-343-4242; hoosiertrailsbsa.org
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Oct. 20-21 Bethlehem (Clark Co., South Reg.) Autumn on the River Old Schoolhouse grounds. Celebrate fall in a quaint Ohio River village. Daily music, food, shops and museum. Sat. auction, veterans tribute, parade, Sun. car show. No adm. chg. 317-491-4148; autumnontheriver.wordpress.com
Oct. 20 Hammond (Lake Co., North Reg.) Haunting in Hammond Hohman Ave. and Sibley Blvd, Downtown. Meet TV favorite Svengoolie! Costume contest, parade, adult party, scariest decorations in northwest Indiana and more! No adm. chg. 219-512-4298; downtownhammond.org
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Oct. 12-21 Bainbridge (Putnam Co., West Reg.) Covered Bridges of Putnam County Festival Across from fire station. Ten-day festival. Crafts, food, flea market, antiques. Inside vendors 765-5226238, outside vendors 765-307-1291 No adm. chg. 765-307-1291; pccvbblog.wordpress.com
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Nov. 4, 9-10 Peru (Miami Co., East Reg.) Richard Quigley Jazz Fest and Richard Quigley Jazz Jam Fest Peru High School. Nov. 4 Jam Fest. Peru Maennerchor. Nov. 9-10 Jazz Fest, Swing choir, vocalists, big band and jazz band jam session. No adm. chg. 765-469-0905; enjoymiamicounty.com
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Nov. 8-10 Norman (Jackson Co., South Central Reg.) Country Neighbors’ Tour Lawrence & Jackson Counties. Hidden throughout the countrysides of Lawrence and Jackson Counties, our unique home-based shoppes offering antiques, primitives and handmade goods. It’s a journey. No adm. chg. 812-276-9541; picturetrail.com/countryneighbors
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Nov. 8-11 Huntingburg (Dubois Co., South Reg.) Huntingburg Christmas Stroll Historic 4th and Market Streets. Enjoy unique specialty and antique shops in this charming Victorian Christmas setting. Carriage rides, Christmas decorations and more! No adm. chg. 812-482-9115; duboiscountychristmas.com
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Nov. 10-Dec. 31 Hammond (Lake Co., North Reg.) “A Christmas Story” Comes Home Indiana Welcome Center. Share with your family, scenes from this holiday movie classic. Enjoy special events, contests and photos with Santa. Take your picture with “Flick” on our flagpole and browse our official “A Christmas Story” merchandise in our gift shop. No adm. chg. 219-989-7979; AChristmasStoryComesHome.com Nov. 10-Dec. 31 Shipshewana (LaGrange Co., North Reg.) Christmas in Shipshewana Townwide. Christmas season kicks off with the Light Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony. Other holiday events: “Gift of Lights” drive-thru light display, Chocolate Day, Kids Day and Santa Visit. No adm. chg. 866-631-9675; shipshewana.com
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Nov. 10 Portland (Jay Co., East Reg.) Delts’ Holiday Crafts & Gifts Show Jay County High School. 34th Annual. Over 150 booths. Food available all day. Sponsored by a philanthropic organization. All proceeds go help others. dttcraftshow@yahoo.com Adm chg. 260-726-6729; visitjaycounty.com
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Nov. 10-12 Peru (Miami Co., East Reg.) World War I Centennial Commemoration & Rememberance Courthouse, Miami County and Grissom Air museums. Exhibits, ceremonies, tours and music. No adm. chg. 765-615-6617; fb.com/miamicountyindianaworthremembering
Nov. 14 Peru (Miami Co., East Reg.) Downtown Peru Christmas Open House Downtown. Light up Peru. Parade, super shopping, lots of prizes, food sampling and great entertainment. Come see Santa at his house. No adm. chg. 765-472-1923; enjoymiamicounty.com Nov. 16 Hope (Bartholomew Co., South Central Reg.) Christmas of Yesteryear Town Square. Live nativity, strolling carolers and carriage rides. Cookie decorating and visits with Santa. 5:30-8:30 pm. No adm. chg. 812-371-7969; townofhope.org Nov. 16-17 Muncie (Delaware Co., East Reg.) Holiday Handcrafters Showcase and Marketplace Fairgrounds. 29th Annual. Distinctive exhibits from five states selling arts, crafts, upcycled, repurposed, vintage, collectibles and antiques, exclusive personal items, gourmet gift foods. Adm chg. 419-436-1457; cloudshows.biz
Nov. 16-Jan. 5 Indianapolis (Marion Co., Central Reg.) Indiana Historical Society’s Festival of Trees Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center, Downtown. Step into a magical winter wonderland of 80 elaborately themed trees. Enjoy live entertainment and programs on select dates, as well as extended hours on Tuesdays. Adm chg. 317-232-1882; indianahistory.org/trees Nov. 17-21; Nov. 23-Dec. 16 Noblesville (Hamilton Co., Central Reg.) Country Christmas at Stonycreek Farm Stonycreek Farm. Take a hayride to cut your own Christmas tree or pick one from the lot. Shop for unique gift items, fresh wreaths, garland and poinsettias in the decorated greenhouse. No adm. chg. 317-773-3344; stonycreekfarm.net Nov. 17-18 Ferdinand (Dubois Co., South Reg.) Ferdinand Christkindlmarkt Six Markts. Over 200 lavishly decorated booths with quality hand-created items, antiques, art and Christmas wares. Delicious regional food and wine, live entertainment. No adm. chg. 800-968-4578; ferdinandchristkindlmarkt.com Nov. 17 Hammond (Lake Co., North Reg.) 11th Annual Holiday Kick-off Celebration: A Tribute to Jean Shepherd Downtown Sibley Blvd. to Harrison Park. Pictures with Santa, horse drawn carriage rides, contests, Turkey Bowling and Shoot your Eye Out Contest. Design you own leg lamp shade, punch cards. No adm. chg. 219-512-4298; downtownhammond.org Nov. 17 Carmel (Hamilton Co., Central Reg.) Holiday on Center Green 5 Center Green. The annual holiday lighting ceremony draws many for food, fun and chance to see Santa and his reindeer. Entertainment will also be provided by various groups. No adm. chg. 317-571-2474; carmel.in.gov
To view the 2018 Indiana Festival Guide™, visit www.IndianaFestivals.org
Nov. 23-Dec. 9 Fort Wayne (Allen Co., East Reg.) Festival of Gingerbread The History Center. The magic of the holidays takes shape in the form of over 100 handmade gingerbread houses and designs. Made by artists of all ages annually. Adm chg. 260-426-2882; fwhistorycenter.com Nov. 23-Dec. 16 Metamora (Franklin Co., South Central Reg.) Metamora Christmas Walk Business district. Create family memories in Indiana’s Canal Town with Santa, carolers and lanterns along the Whitewater Canal. Shops open until 10 pm on Fri. and Sat. evenings. No adm. chg. 765-647-1212; metamoraindiana.com Nov. 23-24; Nov. 30-Dec. 1 Madison (Jefferson Co., South Central Reg.) Nights Before Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes Historic Madison. Candlelight tour of private and public sites. $15 pre-sale ticket available through Nov. 9. $20 after. Children 5-12, $5. 800-559-2956; nightsbeforechristmas.com
Nov. 24-25 Rockville (Parke Co., West Reg.) Covered Bridge Christmas Market 4-H Fairgrounds. The perfect opportunity to shop handmade and homemade gifts for family, friends and even yourself! Enjoy a warm building, talented vendors and quality products. No adm. chg. 765-569-5226; coveredbridges.com
Dec. 1-24 Frankfort (Clinton Co., West Reg.) Christmas Celebration of Lights Downtown Square. Ride our Santa Express Train from Downtown Frankfort to the TPA Park. See more than one million Christmas lights. Enjoy a complimentary cookie, hot chocolate and Santa. Adm chg. 765-654-4081; frankfortmainstreet.com
Nov. 24-30 Anderson (Madison Co., East Reg.) Festival of Trees Paramount Theatre. Christmas trees custom designed by professionals! Bands, choirs, large Model Train Villages collection, Children’s Magical Christmas Style Show. Adm chg. 765-642-1234; andersonparamount.org
Dec. 1 Rockville (Parke Co., West Reg.) Covered Bridge Art Association Home Tour Art gallery on north side of square. Area homes with beautiful holiday decor. Maps and tickets at gallery, free refreshments and special Christmas fundraisers. Adm chg. 765-569-9422; coveredbridgeartgallery.org
Nov. 24 Corydon (Harrison Co., South Reg.) Light Up Corydon Downtown Square. Make this a Christmas you’ll always remember. Bring your family, take a horse-drawn carriage ride and catch the holiday spirit together. No adm. chg. 888-738-2137; thisisindiana.org
Dec. 1 Cumberland (Marion Co., Central Reg.) Cumberland Weihnachtsmarkt Old Town. The Weihnachtsmarkt (vie-noks-mart) is an annual, fun-for-all-ages event celebrating the holidays and our German heritage. Food, vendors, music, Santa and more! No adm. chg. 317-894-6203; cms6.revize.com/revize/cumberland/community/ cumberland_weihnachtsmarkt/index.php
Nov. 28; Dec. 1, 5, 8, 12 Greenfield (Hancock Co., Central Reg.) Very Merry Christmas Historic Downtown Greenfield. It’s a Very Merry Christmas! Enjoy a holiday movie at 1pm and 7pm Nov. 28, Dec. 5 and 12. Horse drawn carriage rides from 5-9pm Dec. 1 and 8. Adm chg. 317-649-0890; greenfieldmainstreet.org Nov. 30; Dec. 1-2 Jasper (Dubois Co., South Reg.) Jasper O’Tannenbaum Days Courthouse Square and Citywide. Talented artists and artisans demonstrate skills in 20+ stores and locations. Santa, carriage rides, great food, musicians, craft show and church bazaars. No adm. chg. 812-482-6866; jasperin.org
Dec. 1 Lafayette (Tippecanoe Co., West Reg.) Greater Lafayette Christmas Parade Downtown. “A Very Merry Main Street.” Indiana’s largest holiday parade is a magical Sat. evening downtown. This lighted night parade features Santa, floats and fun for the community. 5:30pm. No adm. chg. 765-742-4044; greaterlafayettecommerce.com/ events/details/christmas-parade_2018-6549 Dec. 1 Plainfield (Hendricks Co., Central Reg.) Gingerbread Christmas Plainfield High School. Over 100 vendors, juried show, all homemade items. Very popular craft and novelty show for over 40 years. $5 adm. chg. 317-221-3600; plainfieldtrikappa.org Dec. 1 Carmel (Hamilton Co., Central Reg.) Holiday in the Arts District Carmel Arts & Design District. Elves, reindeer, carolers, Holiday Trolley and the most unique Santa house in Indiana. Warm the Arts District this holiday season! 2-5pm. No adm. chg. 317-571-2787; carmelartsanddesign.com
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Nov. 24-Dec. 30 Kokomo (Howard Co., East Reg.) Christmas at the Seiberling Seiberling Mansion. See Indiana’s Victorian masterpiece, Seiberling Mansion, dressed in holiday splendor. Open Tues.-Sun. 1-4pm, evening hours on select days. Adm chg. 765-452-4314; howardcountymuseum.org
Nov. 24-Dec. 23 Zionsville (Boone Co., Central Reg.) Christmas in the Village Downtown. A fun, free, family-friendly event. Nov. 24 parade includes Santa, live reindeer and more! No adm. chg. 317-873-3836; zionsvillechamber.org
Dec. 1-31 Hammond (Lake Co., North Reg.) “A Christmas Story” Comes Home Indiana Welcome Center. Share with your family, scenes from the the holiday movie classic, “A Christmas Story.” Enjoy special events, contests and photos with Santa. Take your picture with “Flick” on our flagpole and browse our official “A Christmas Story” merchandise in our gift shop. No adm. chg. 219-989-7979; AChristmasStoryComesHome.com
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Nov. 23-Dec. 23; Dec. 26-30 Indianapolis (Marion Co., Central Reg.) Christmas at the Zoo Indianapolis Zoo. 5-9pm, 5-10pm Fri.-Sat. An all-new enchanted Santa’s Village comes to life with magical scenes of wonder and light! Decorate delectable cookies in Mrs. Claus’ Kitchen, visit with Santa in his study and meet live reindeer to soak in the holiday cheer. Adm chg. 317-630-2001; IndianapolisZoo.com
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Nov. 30-Dec. 2, 7-9,14-16 Santa Claus (Spencer Co., South Reg.) Santa Claus Christmas Celebration Santa Claus, Indiana. Fun for the entire family the first 3 weekends of Dec. Roast chestnuts on an open fire, drive through Santa Claus Land of Lights and write a letter to Santa. No adm. chg. 812-937-4199; SantaClausInd.org/Christmas
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Nov. 23-25; Nov. 30-Dec. 2 Bridgeton (Parke Co., West Reg.) Bridgeton Country Christmas Historic District. Unique gifts, crafts, artwork, decorations, lights, music, food, festivities. Santa in the Log Cabin Sat. an Sun. only, 1-3 pm. Two big three-day weekends! No adm. chg. 765-548-2136; bridgetonindiana.com
Nov. 24-25 Fort Wayne (Allen Co., East Reg.) Christmas in the Park Franke Park. Perfect place to bring your friends and neighbors to celebrate the beginning of the Christmas season. Fun family event. 11am-5pm. No adm. chg. 260-637-9980; ChristChildFest.org
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Nov. 22-Dec. 31 Madison (Jefferson Co., South Central Reg.) Festival Of Trees Lanthier Winery Tasting Room and Loft Gallery. Magical forest display of shimmer and shine. Enjoy special release holiday wines including Rudolph Red, St. Nicholas Blush and Snowflake White. Free wine tastings. No adm. chg. 812-273-2409; lanthierwinery.com/events-FOT.html
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Dec. 7 Kokomo (Howard Co., East Reg.) Kokomo First Friday Holiday Celebration & Downtown Lighting Downtown Kokomo. Lighting ceremony, visits with Santa, kid’s activities, family fun, downtown open house, and holiday entertainment. 5:30-9pm. No adm. chg. 765-457-5301; greaterkokomo.com
Dec. 27-28 Shipshewana (LaGrange Co., North Reg.) Shipshewana Ice Festival Downtown. Watch experienced ice carvers compete and create sculptures representing local merchants! $5 adm. for chili cook-off. Pins for sale at participating merchants and chili cook-off. Pin ensures Jan. discounts. No adm. chg. 866-631-9675; shipshewana.com
Dec. 7-8 Rosedale (Parke Co., West Reg.) Rosedale Country Christmas Shoppe Township Civic Center. Newest addition to the multisite weekend of Parke County Country Christmas. Gifts, seasonal and home décor, Santa, homestyle plate meals. No adm. chg. 812-236-3155; historicrosedale.com
Dec. 31 Kokomo (Howard Co., East Reg.) Kokomo New Year’s Eve Celebration Downtown Courthouse Square. Celebrate New Year’s Eve with annual lighted ball drop, live music, fun activities and fireworks. 10:30pm-Midnight. No adm. chg. 765-457-5301; greaterkokomo.com
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Dec. 8 Corydon (Harrison Co., South Reg.) Winter Wine Walk Downtown Corydon. Sample wines from Southern Indiana wineries and do some holiday shopping. Adm chg. 888-738-2137; southernindianauncorked.com
Dec. 1 Rockville (Parke Co., West Reg.) Rockville Hometown Holidays Courthouse Square. Tree Lighting Ceremony. Visit with Santa, Mrs Claus and Elves. Enjoy a cup of hot chocolate and caroling. Santa at 4:45pm, tree lighting at 6pm. No adm. chg. 765-569-5226; mainstreetrockville.org
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Dec. 1 Rockport (Spencer Co., South Reg.) Rockport Christmas Festival County Courthouse. Pancake breakfast with Santa, craft show, parade and a Christmas pageant. Victorian strollers, musical program and the lighting of the Christmas star. No adm. chg. 812-649-2242; cityofrockport-in.gov
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