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LOOKING FOR FREE FUN in Fort Wayne, Indiana THIS SUMMER?

• Catch a free outdoor film every Wednesday night all summer long at the Foellinger Theatre. • Bike the Rivergreenway Trail, a 25-mile long trail that runs along the riverbanks of our rivers. The Rivergreenway traverses the city, connecting to 15 city parks! • Browse the newest exhibit at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art with free admission on Thursdays from 5-8 p.m. • Listen to great local music at a Friday Nites Live concert every Friday of the summer from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m at Jefferson Pointe.

• Uncover great local food at Farmers Markets. Explore VisitFortWayne. com/farmersmarkets for specific times and locations.

• Grab lunch at your favorite local restaurant or food truck and enjoy a free concert at Lunch on the Square every Thursday.

• Enjoy a free concert at Rock the Plaza at the Downtown Library Saturday nights.

• Soak in the history at the Old Fort; the grounds are open to visitors every day with special programming monthly.

• Explore Kids Crossing, Taylor’s Dream and our 53 other playgrounds.

• Shop in the sun and throw pennies in the fountain at Jefferson Pointe, or enjoy shopping and the free indoor play area at Glenbrook Mall.

• Make a splash at one of Fort Wayne’s 11 Splash Pads: Buckner, Kreager, Shoaff, Swinney Park, Memorial, McCormick, Waynedale, Shoaff, Headwaters, Robert E. Meyers or Franklin Park!

• Tour the charming Amish community of Grabill, Indiana.

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59 ............................. JOHNSON COUN TY 20 ............................. KOKOMO

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brew, wine, distillery 146 Sun King Distillery 147 Blue Heron Vineyards & Winery 150 Scout Mountain Winery 151 Brew Wine Distillery Events

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Mary Shaw refers to it as “Downtown 2.0.” Indiana’s downtowns revitalized, not returning to what once was but building on that past to create an even better future. For residents, yes. For visitors, yes again. In a variety of ways that welcome both to downtowns that are—more than ever before— friendly, fun and safe. Downtowns with shopping, entertainment, art, dining, lodging—the whole package. With a definite “Wow!” factor. With tourism the No. 1 industry in many Hoosier communities, revamped downtowns are delivering. “You don’t have to spend money to go outside your state to have a good vacation,” says Melissa Thomas, communications manager for Indiana’s Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA), which overseas the successful Main Street program which has spurred downtown revitalizations. Count Bloomington among them. Erin Erdmann White of Visit Bloomington says, “A thriving downtown has limitless positive impacts on tourism.

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Locally-owned shops and small business owners are able to be successful, the bustle of visitors creates a sense of vibrancy in the air, people have the opportunity to make memories over a meal or drink in the downtown restaurants and bars. Artists are able to showcase their creations in the galleries, and visitors can dance to their favorite band at an iconic music venue or belly-laugh at one of the country’s best comedy clubs. Visitors then find a downtown hotel or bed & breakfast to lay their heads so they can get up in the morning and enjoy the farmers market or a leisurely breakfast on an outdoor patio.” And from Sherry Matlock of Visit Kokomo: “Travelers look for unique, local experiences in the communities they visit. Kokomo’s downtown transformation has created a destination point for visitors that wasn’t there a decade ago. Downtown plays a major role in visitor attraction efforts in the community.” The change is happening all over the state. All over the country, actually. And helping to lead the

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way is the Main Street program. The National Main Street Center was established in 1980 to address the countless issues facing older and historic downtowns. Even before then—in 1976—Madison, Indiana, served as one of three pilot programs, joining Galesburg, Illinois, and Hot Springs, South Dakota. Their successes prompted the nationwide initiative of downtown revitalization. Since then the national Main Street organization has helped more than 2,000 communities across the country bring economic vitality back downtown while celebrating their historic character and bringing communities together. Shaw is Indiana’s state coordinator. The program is big here; Indiana has more communities involved than any other state, with 132. They are in 81 of Indiana’s 92 counties. Evansville, the state’s third largest city, is the biggest Main Street community. Coatesville, on the Hendricks County/Putnam County line, is the smallest with a population just over 500. Indiana’s newest Main Street communities are Elwood and Kirklin. Main Street officially came to Indiana in 1985, when many downtowns had been forsaken by both residents and businesses who followed the call of the suburbs. Adjectives like “declining,” “decrepit,” “decaying,” and even “dead” were used to describe them. Shaw says she remembers her own home town, South Bend, of the 1970s. Its downtown was fading as fast as its suburbs were growing. And South Bend was not unusual. It was common in town after town, city after city, in not only Indiana but across the nation. “When I was a girl, growing up in the 1970s, there was nothing downtown,” Shaw says. “Maybe lawyers or insurance companies, but nothing for a family.”

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The pendulum was swinging with great force toward the suburbs. Retailers abandoned their downtown roots, leaving empty buildings that were often razed. There were those who refused to accept their downtowns’ death sentences even then. They saw the majesty of what once was, and they believed it could return. But the prevailing mindset was against them. It’s taken decades for society to see the value of their beliefs, but it is happening. “Main Street has been a catalyst for the return to downtowns,” Shaw says. “Now I seek out small towns, especially their downtowns.” The Main Street program follows a tested plan to help revitalize or strengthen a downtown or commercial district’s economy. It fosters a bottom-up approach with locals actively working to improve their communities. OCRA, which oversees the state’s Main Street program, offers support through information, collaboration, resources, technical assistance. It provides grant monies. It hosts a multitude of Main

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Street forums throughout the state. The objective: to help communities shape and achieve their vision of thriving places where people want to be. Collaboration is big at all levels, with residents and businesses within a community as well as with residents and businesses from other communities. A multifaceted approach touches on any and all aspects that impact the area—from infrastructure to entrepreneurship to renovation/revitalization to attracting talent to mentoring to engaging youth to parking to combating drug abuse to ….

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walkable community. They embrace downtown living

and lodging.

Shaw says that Millennials, in particular, support

downtowns. “We have to give them credit. They’re the ones in the forefront of this movement. Many shop

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owners are Millennials that grew up in those small towns and have returned. They want their kids to have that small-town experience.”

But, Shaw adds, an enhanced small-town experience. “They want to

embrace change and creativity. And they welcome everyone. I think that’s the big difference. They embrace everybody.”

And, she says, they embrace new ideas. Among them, technology. Social

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media is getting more and more play.

OCRA’s Thomas says the ability to post everywhere, right away, is

increasingly popular—and important. “So your friends ask where it is, and then they want to visit. Being able to have that instant connection helps these small towns. We want to see it first, and then we want to go.”

Some Main Street programs have more social media followers than

residents in their communities.

Because downtown shopping has become prized, particularly with local

businesses, small-business Saturday is becoming small-business every day. Shaw says there’s definitely a change in the public mindset. “You can get

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goods and services downtown and support local merchants.” Thomas adds, “People are realizing how important that is. They search out local merchants.” Shaw cites Lawrenceburg as a shining example for getting it right. “It has turned a corner on getting the right mix of retail, entertainment, professional services, other services. You go to their downtown and they have florists, antique shops, restaurants, convention center, hardware store, …. Main Street has done so much for that town. Shopkeepers all know about Main Street and the Main Street model and how they fit into the overall revitalization of downtown.” It works in town after town after town. “Success once breeds success,” Shaw continues. “When merchants see that the gift shop is doing well, and the building looks good, and the town has spent money upgrading the sidewalks and the streetscape and put in flower boxes, they’re going to want to be there.” She says visitors will remember the small-town feel of everyone being so welcoming, and they’ll want to return. Tourism is crucial for many communities which rely on visitors to keep their economy growing. One sure winner for many communities has been the local farmers market. Shaw says, “Before, every town had a farmers market. And then farmers markets went by the wayside when people started buying in grocery stores. But in the past five years or so, farmers markets have boomed. Not just farmers selling food but a whole experiential event.” With food, music, crafts, kids’ games, more. “It’s crazy how big these farmers markets are in Indiana,” she says. Shaw spent years in the military, some of the time in Afghanistan on an agribusiness development team. “When we walked through towns and villages to look at their markets, I was always struck by how much activity their

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downtowns had on market days. I’m so excited to see, in the U.S., that they’re going more toward that. People are coming downtown during market days—talking to their neighbors—meeting others.” Thomas says, “People are becoming more health conscious. They want to know where their food is coming from, and farmers are eager to tell that story. ‘Ask the experts,’ I say—they’re usually behind the food and they’ll tell you how to prepare the food, they’ll give you ideas about how to store the food, everything you need to know.”

Some Main Street communities have niche markets, focusing

on something that’s only theirs. Cambridge City has antiques; Terre Haute, the Coca-Cola bottling history; Martinsville, mineral water; Greensburg, a tree growing at the top of the courthouse; Fairmount, James Dean and the 1950s.

For some communities, the key draw is an annual event. The

“Cruisin’ in Coatesville” car show and street fair will be July 21. “In the last 10 years it’s exploded,” Shaw says. “It’s helped put Coatesville on the map.”

Communities are also getting increasingly adept at finding

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creative uses for under-utilized space. Kokomo, for example, has repurposed its downtown alleys into clever gathering spaces for art, for technology, for the performing arts.

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offerings, historic buildings beautifully restored, public art, entertainment. Her city now delivers. “Downtown Kokomo has truly been transformed into a vibrant and thriving district,” she says.

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with local farm-to-fork as well as upscale

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Located 60 miles South of Indianapolis

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Whether you’re young or young at heart, whether your taste is sophisticated or casual, Downtown Bloomington is the place to shop, dine, play and learn. In a vibrant atmosphere full of unique shops, world-class eateries, superb entertainment venues, a vivid arts scene, cultural museums and learning centers, scenic trails and parks, and a variety of flourishing businesses, you’ll want to return again and again to experience the treasures of Downtown Bloomington. Downtown Bloomington boasts an abundance of galleries, antique stores, and boutique shops in an environment that fosters creativity and individuality. Whether you’re looking for a distinctive handmade piece of jewelry, interesting home furnishings, or other great finds, there’s a unique piece for every budget. Whatever your appetite or occasion, Downtown Bloomington offers everything from simple pub fare to upscale dining. Like a culinary United Nations, Downtown Bloomington is home to tasty delights that include Thai, Indian, Greek, Italian, Mexican, Korean, Japanese, Irish, French, American and Turkish. And, be sure to check our events calendar for perennial food festivals. In Downtown Bloomington, we know how to pack a lot of punch into our play! For a weekend getaway, stay at an accommodation that’s within an easy walk from Downtown attractions. If it happens to be the first Friday of the month, spend the evening strolling through some of our art galleries on the Gallery Walk. Finish the evening immersed in a play, dancing at a nightclub, singing karaoke, listening to live music at an outdoor venue, or enjoying one of our comedy clubs. While you’re out and about Downtown, pamper yourself with a relaxing session at one of our day spas, hair salons and nail salons. Take a leisurely break at an outdoor table or a inside window seat at one of our many fine restaurants, bakeries, cafés, and coffee houses. Let nature speak to you as you unwind on a bench in a Downtown park, within the Indiana University campus, or along the B-Line Trail. Find solitude as you curl up with a good book or magazine at the public library, centrally located Downtown. However you like to spend your time, Downtown offers many refreshing options. Visit www.downtownbloomington.com to learn more about downtown offerings.

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Live music, festivals, local dining, eclectic nightlife and boutique shopping—you’ll find it all in beautiful downtown Kokomo. Set against a backdrop of beautifully restored historic buildings, public art spaces and thousands of blooming flowers, Kokomo’s city center is home to unique experiences and tastes and warm hospitality. Art and music are at the heart of the downtown experience. Whether you appreciate traditional, modern or public art, it’s all here for you to discover. You’ll find live music throughout the summer during Kokomo’s free summer concert series at the outdoor amphitheater in Foster Park, at the nearby Rhum Academy of Music or at Kokomo’s trendiest cocktail bar, The Coterie. Downtown is a haven for boutique and unique shops. You’ll find colorful homewares at Jitterbug & Co., and stylish shoppers will love Lux Boutique, Cobalt Charm, Be Belle Boutique and P.F. Hendricks. For a retro shopping experience, stop in Kokomo Toys & Collectibles for vintage toys or find vintage vinyls and eclectic art at American Dream Hi Fi. Paint your own pottery at Fired Arts Studio and tour downtown art galleries, including Artist Alley, a 24/7 outdoor art space. Find chef-inspired dining at Marble the Steakhouse, Bind Café and Cook McDoogal’s Irish Pub. There’s also local favorites like Foxes Trail, Gabetta’s and Main Street Café, serving up a variety of casual fare. Indulge your sweet tooth at Gingerbread House Bakery and Jamie’s Soda Fountain. For a local brew, check out Tin Man Brewing in the Historic Train Depot District. Catch a baseball game at Kokomo Municipal Stadium (home of the Kokomo Jackrabbits) or play outdoor table tennis and foosball at Depot Park. Discover all that downtown Kokomo has to offer! GREATER KOKOMO VISITORS BUREAU

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greenfield 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.

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Located 1 hour east of Indianapolis

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This area is known as the “Crossroads of American History” and its history helped shape America. The Historic National Road, which linked the eastern seashore with the western frontier in the 1830s, passes through the heart of the area offering a glimpse into our nation’s past. The city embraces its history, and visitors can experience it for themselves at many Richmond attractions. The Wayne County Historical Museum houses storied artifacts such as an original Conestoga wagon pioneers used as they trekked westward on the National Road and early 20th century Richmond-made airplane and cars. Home of the legendary Gennett Recording Studio, Richmond made its mark with music superstars like Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington and Jelly Roll Morton. The Gennett Walk of Fame honors these and other legends. The three-dimensional bronze and colored tile mosaic markers on the trail are shaped like 78 rpm records and are accompanied by a small bronze plaque identifying the artist and their contribution to the history of music. In addition to history, Richmond boasts a world-class art museum, famous rose gardens, large collection of Tiffany windows, and more. Boutiques and unique shops add to Richmond’s charm and provides endless shopping pleasures. Richmond’s Historic Depot District and downtown Richmond are booming with new eateries and trendy shops. The Depot District is a collection of early 20th century industrial structures that today house antique stores, a microbrewery, locally owned restaurants, unique shops, murals, Model T Museum, coffee house, and more. Richmond also hosts several popular festivals throughout the year.

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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.

Shelbyville offers a variety of attractions and entertainment, all with a hometown feel. There’s the Strand Theatre, which has been a mainstay of the cityscape since 1916, offering over 100 performances per year encompassing a wide variety of entertainment. Old-school movie viewing can be enjoyed at the Skyline Drive-in, while free summer concerts at Memorial Park, along with First Friday events entertain the whole family. There’s also seven city parks, an aquatic center, several festivals throughout the year, and lots of great restaurnt options.

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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any Hoosiers agree with the 1931 song “I Love A Parade” by Harry Richman. People of every age have an endless appetite for the state’s many parades, which are often tied in with notable events and festivals. Plus, local folks tend to take special pride in “their” parade, the one that marches through their area. The town of Pekin’s parade held the weekend before July 4th is something to brag about. “Our parade is the oldest consecutively running parade in the nation,” said Jeremy Elliott, the Washington County Historian. “There are probably parades on the East Coast that started before ours did, but most of them took a pause during the wars. Ours didn’t. It started in 1830. So 2018 is the 188th year.” The Spirit of 76 Band leads off the Pekin parade, as it has for 100 years or so. Its dedicated members have had to be replaced over the years when they can no longer serve, but old- fashioned fifers and drummers remain a mainstay. Also, a car owned by the Martin’s, a local family, is a favorite attraction in Pekin. “It’s a Model T that was crafted into a stunt car by moving the rear axles in front of the back seat,” Elliott said. “Sparks shoot out as it spins, does wheelies, and pops up in the air. It’s painted red, white, and blue.” Another unique parade, held at an unusual time, is A Very Merry Madison Christmas Parade in Madison. “We believe the parade started in 1929 when the new bridge was built,” said Sarah Prasil, Marketing & Advertising Director for Visit Madison. “It’s a small town but the parade has a big personality. Fundraisers through the year help purchase the fun, huge, helium-filled character balloons. Last year we were able to purchase Scooby Doo. There are always candy canes and ornament

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“Our parade is the oldest consecutively running parade in the nation. There are probably parades on the East Coast that started before ours did, but most of them took a pause during the wars. Ours didn’t. It started in 1830. So 2018 is the 188th year.”

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balloons. The parade begins at 11:00 a.m. the first Saturday of December, which is December 1 in 2018.” Sonia Folkner owns Fountain Alley Body Care, offering handmade soaps and other items. “We love being on Main Street in downtown Madison and being a part of this type of old-fashioned community gathering,” Folkner said. “People crowd in front of our store during this festive parade. We leave our doors open if people want to come in and warm up, but normally the community is so excited to see the bands and the floats that they don’t come inside until after. We run our bubble machine to add to the excitement for the children.” Most parades are in the morning or afternoon, but the City of Crown Point distinguishes itself by hosting an annual St. Patrick’s Day Nighttime parade at dusk. Mayor David Uran started the parade in 2008, although Pete’s Irish Pub, a local bar, organized a smaller version in the ‘90’s.

“Local businesses and organizations decorate floats with bright colors as they parade down Main Street,” said Diana Bosse, special events administrator for the city of Crown Point. “This is the only nighttime St. Patrick’s Day Parade in the region and is always held on St. Patrick’s Day. This family-friendly event is a great way for the community to get together after a long winter.” Parades are bonding experiences in multiple ways. Participants may be local, from the girls’ softball team riding the fire engine, to church floats, to politicians walking, and 4-H queens in cars. Viewers are elbow to elbow in lawn chairs, some staking out, well in advance, their traditional spot on sidewalks or in friends’ front lawns. Yet parades are a labor of love for organizers. Michelle Threet organized the parade for the Remembering James Dean Festival in Fairmount every September for seven years. The 2018 parade will be Saturday, September

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“It’s a small town but the parade has a big personality. Fundraisers through the year help purchase the fun, huge, helium-filled character balloons. Last year we were able to purchase Scooby Doo. There are always candy canes and ornament balloons. The parade begins at 11:00 a.m. the first Saturday of December, which is December 1 in 2018.”

29. Threet said that color guards carrying the flags to open the parade became difficult to find, as many of the participants are elderly. School bands and other acts needed travel expenses, and sometimes other fees. Organizing the entrants into formation and finding judges were time consuming. These days, it isn’t unusual for small town parades to offer more fire engines and tow trucks than actual decorated floats and other attractions. Perhaps these hardships are the reason The Greentown Glass Parade, and its festival, have faded into the past. The IPL (Indianapolis Power & Light) 500 Festival Parade, one of the state’s biggest, is still going strong, and is memorable. “I marched in the Indy 500 parade, both downtown and on the track,” said Dianne Drake, an Indiana author. “I loved marching in the 500 parade, me and my piccolo, with our band director marching off to the side. Knees up as we marched by the judges. {Those are} good memories.” One of Tim Bessignano’s roles is taking care of the animals in the Circus City Festival Parade in Peru every July. The parade started in 1958, two years before the festival. Cougars, lions, tigers, and wildcats are in the parade annually, as well as elephants. “The thing that draws a lot of people here are the costumes, the clowns, and the calliope music,” Bessignano said. “They’re all the ones that are going to perform later in the day.” No matter what parade they attend, kids love getting candy, and adults identify with the Richman song lyrics, “I love a parade, the tramping of feet, I love every beat I hear of a drum. . . .I just want to stand and cheer as they come.”

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Das Essenhaus Classic Car Cruise-In In northern Indiana’s Amish Country, Das Dutchman Essenhaus hosts a classic car cruise-in on Thursday evenings from May through September. This year marks the 13th season for the event with weekly themes that attract collectors, admirers and regional car clubs. Door prizes, coupons, food, live entertainment and 50s music round out the fun. “The event began when Steve Payne, one of our employees who’s an avid car enthusiast, came back from a cruise-in and posed the question, ‘Why don’t we try hosting a cruisein?’’” explains Hannah Walsh, Das Dutchman Essenhaus Marketing and Event Manager. The very first few events lured in just a couple dozen cars, but these days, the cruise-ins attract anywhere between 200 and 300 participants each week. “On the last cruise-in of the season, our finale, we average around 1,200 vehicles!” Walsh says.

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Artomobilia Classic car owners often consider their vehicles works of art, and Carmel’s Artomobilia organizers couldn’t agree more. A car show with a creative twist, the 11th annual IU Health North Hospital Artomobilia rolls into the Arts & Design District for an afternoon of automotive art and design appreciation Saturday, Aug. 25, blending works from local artists and galleries with iconic cars on display. A “Fuelicious” culinary event gets the party started on Thursday, Aug. 24, while “Shift,” an interactive driving experience through central and southern Indiana, wraps things up on Sunday, Aug. 26. Launched in 2008 as part of the City and Redevelopment Commission’s effort to attract visitors to Carmel, Artomobilia is expected to draw between 12,000 and 15,000 attendees this year to admire more than 400 cars across more than two dozen classes including Exotic, Sports Car, Racers, Historically Preserved, Indiana Built and more.

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Auburn Cord Duesenberg Festival When Delmar Johnson and his wife, Doris, decided to organize the first Auburn Cord Duesenberg Festival in 1956, just 14 cars showed up, representing the first informal meeting of ACD enthusiasts. Now cruising into some of Indiana’s most prestigious car territory for the 62nd time Aug. 25 through Sept. 2, “The Speedster”-themed Auburn Cord Duesenberg Festival commemorates the Hoosier state’s automobile production heritage with a slate of events that includes a 700-car cruise-in, the Parade of Classics, kids’ activities, live music (Addison Agen from NBC’s “The Voice” is scheduled to appear for a free concert), and a massive auction. “The Auburn Fall Auction estimates more than 90,000 people come through its gates each year,” says Amber Jackson, ACD Festival Executive Director. “Many visitors find their way to downtown Auburn to take in the local fare, museums and events throughout the week. And the Duesenbergs that roll into town are always a treat — last year a '33 Duesenberg Model SJ Phaeton sold for $2,300,000!” To find out more, visit acdfestival.org

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Model T National Tour and Homecoming Home to the Model T Ford Museum, Richmond makes a logical spot to show off 150 vintage autos when the Model T Ford Club of America assembles for its big homecoming event July 8 to 13. On the itinerary, expect to find a car show, swap meet, ice cream social, demonstrations, seminars, driving tours and the opportunity to attend grand opening festivities for the museum’s new Vintage Garage and Education Center. Hosted by the Henry’s Hoosiers and Southwest Ohio chapters, the club’s national tour first visited Richmond 10 years ago for a centennial celebration. A parade on July 11 from Glen Miller Park to the Historic Depot District where the museum is located promises to be a highlight of the weeklong shindig. Additional information is available at mtfca.com, click “homecoming.”

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barbecue teams had signed up to participate, with the furthest coming from Haberhill, Mass. As a KCBSsanctioned event, winners receive points they can use to qualify for world championship competition, along with prize money and bragging rights. The car show portion of the party is an added bonus for attendees, alongside musical acts, food vendors, an extreme frisbee tournament and other fun.

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Still Racing

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BY JAMES PLATZ

Harness racing is part of the fabric that makes Indiana the state we know and love.

The sport’s roots in the Hoosier State can be

traced back to the 1800s, and Indiana’s impact on harness racing is extensive. Today, county fair racing is still an important pastime here in the Crossroads of traveliN SUMMER 2018

America. It is one of many summer rites of passage, a

proving ground where horsemen develop their young equine athletes, and where fans get a front-row seat to witness the thrill of competition.

Today, pari-mutuel racing at Hoosier Park Racing & Casino gets a lot of the industry attention. After all, trotters and pacers battle there in the lucrative Indiana Sires Stakes program, where millions of

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each of the state’s 92 counties. The fair program, which begins each year in June and wraps up in early October, is where a majority of the state’s two and three-year-old horses compete each season.

“Fair racing is vital to the Indiana program not

only because of its historical significance to the state, but also because it gives trainers an opportunity to develop young horses (2 and 3 year olds) into race horses,” said Jessica Barnes, director of racing and breed development at the Indiana Horse Racing Commission. “This is essential to offering a well-rounded program to potential owners.”

Over the course of the summer, 34 days of racing will be held over

several counties across the state. Fans can watch the action in Goshen, Kendallville, Corydon, Shelbyville, Connersville, Kentland, Portland, Converse, Frankfort and Indianapolis. At each stop you will see full-time racing operations send out horses to compete against small stables and even hobbyists that pursue the excitement of the circuit each summer. For Alan White, county fair racing is what initially attracted him to the sport. The retired dentist has owned multiple Indiana Sires Stakes champions, but he is just as pleased when a horse he has bred or purchased at the yearling sales wins at the county fairs. It is the camaraderie within the competition that makes fair racing as much a social event as a test of these four-legged combatants.

“The fairs are really the entry point into the business for so many

people, and it always has been. You come in contact with the horses, you can talk to the trainers, you can talk to other owners,” offered White. “They are all out there mingling with one another. That’s where I fell in love with harness racing.”

Many have fallen in love with harness racing while experiencing it at

a county fair in Indiana. In fact, the state has served as a critical hub in the early 1900s, got his start racing on the Indiana fair circuit before launching into superstardom. In the late 1930s Indianapolis served as the location for

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sport’s long and distinguished history. Dan Patch, the great pacer of the

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a national meeting of the ‘friends of trotting’ which would lead to the formation of the United States Trotting Association, now the sport’s governing body. And each summer the Indiana State Fair hosts a Grand Circuit program that for decades showcased some of the sport’s top racehorses. The Fox Stake, a race for two-year-old pacers now in its 92nd renewal, was once one of the top events on the national racing calendar. In addition, the Horseman and Fair World, a trade publication that has covered harness racing for over 140 years, was founded in Indianapolis before later moving to Lexington, Kentucky.

Times may have changed, but the importance

of Indiana’s county fairs has not wavered. Today, the fair program is just as crucial to the development and advancement of Indiana’s breeding and racing programs as those first races back in the 1800s. Fair horses compete at each stop on the circuit in races that carry guaranteed purses of $3,000 per contest. With winners receiving $1,500 of the purse, a successful summer can be a good return on an owner’s investment. The county fairs also provide young horsemen – trainers and drivers – the opportunity to log valuable starts and gain experience before moving to Hoosier Park or other pari-mutuel racetracks. Trace Tetrick, defending leading driver at Hoosier Park and winner of more than 4,600 races in his career, cut his teeth on the fair circuit in Illinois as a teen before trying his hand in the top ranks.

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at the fairs,” White said. “For the overall picture, the whole program in the state, in order for it to advance, we have to have good county fair races.”

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company-sanctioned time together going beyond the 8 to 5 routine. The goal: for employees to bond and work better together once they get back to the office.

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“One of our fastest growing specialty groups are corporate retreats,” said Jim Pappas who, along with wife Hilary, own Miller Beach Vacation Rentals. “We’ve hosted over 60 businesses, big and small, over the past few years, who seek year-round, luxury accommodations. We provide private, productive, and quiet settings with amazing views of Lake Michigan, unspoiled dunes, and the Chicago Skyline.” Jim and Hilary infuse discoveries from their own travels into their properties. Located about 40 minutes from Chicago on the Southern shore of Lake Michigan, they are adjacent to the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, which will soon become the 60th National Park. For a retreat, you might see an entire department, or three departments, go on a one-day excursion to try out a zip line, take a hike, or do other activities in a forestlike setting. Or employees might get away together for a few days or longer in a lake setting, where they alternate between business meetings and leisure pursuits.

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ummer in indiana is the perfect time to take advantage of the food and farm experiences our state has to offer. the growing Hoosier agritourism industry means that nearly every part of the state provides opportunities to combine food, farming, and fun. From picking apples or berries to shopping a farmers market or visiting a play-focused farm, the options for connecting with indianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s agricultural roots abound!

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Indiana boasts at least 70 orchards, where visitors will find fresh-for-the-picking fruits at their fingertips. Most orchards include u-pick options, so bring a basket! Apples typically begin ripening in late August, but orchards often offer produce and fun throughout the summer and fall seasons!

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Tuttle Orchards Greenfield, IN For 90 years, Tuttle Orchards has provided central Indiana’s premiere fruit farm experience. The 200 acre farm in Greenfield boasts over 8,000 apple trees with more than 30 varieties. Over four generations the Tuttle’s have diversified their farm to a year-round operation that includes a pumpkin patch, an extensive farm store, tours for all ages, and farm-fresh produce. Ruth Ann Roney, the Retail & Marketing Manager and fourth generation Tuttle family member, knows why customers have loved Tuttle’s for so many years: “We are known for quality. We grow award-winning apples, and our apple cider recently received second place in the National Sweet Cider Competition. And our sweet corn often wins 1st place at the Indiana State Fair.” Be sure to try the Tuttle family favorite apple variety – the Gold Rush!

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Bloomington Community Farmers Market Bloomington, IN The crunchy Bloomington vibe is alive and well at its popular market. An abundance of farm vendors offer local produce, meat, eggs, and dairy, along with dozens of other artisan booths. Soak up the thriving local arts & culture spirit, too, through live music, ballet, traditional dance, musical petting zoos, city leader conversations, and more each week. https://bloomington.in.gov/ farmers-market

“an outstanding destination for taking out-of-town guests, friends and family, a date, or solo. excellent variety and quality from the farm stands, as well as prepared food bakery and restaurant stalls. an absolute highlight to Bloomington!” – Lucy Wortham, Bloomington

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Travel south for an intimate farmers market experience in the small historic town of Newburgh on the banks of the Ohio River. Over 40 vendors gather at the water’s edge to provide local produce and artisan goods, just blocks from the historic homes and shops of downtown Newburgh. Thanks to grants and community partnerships, this market offers a variety of active experiences for all ages, including live music, kids’ activities, cooking demos, and free exercises classes like family yoga. www.newburghfarmersmarket.org

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2 ACRES OF CULINARY GARDENS INCLUDING: Supply 90% of the restaurants usage in season, and provide hearty greens and root vegetables throughout the winter.

18 varieties of heirloom tomatoes, 7 types of peppers, 3 types of eggplant, 4 types of squash, 5 types of lettuce, and also broccoli, corn, radishes, and herbs. A small vineyard and orchard overlooking the horse pasture, producing a variety of fruit and Indiana grapes.

Coffee, proteins, and spirits sourced from the highest quality local farmer, grower, and producer.

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Fortville, IN This farm experience in the heart of Hancock County is best known as a pine tree farm during the holidays, but its 73 acres have plenty to offer throughout the year. Beloved for its simple, family-focused atmosphere, Piney Acres embodies owners Rex and Janice Zenor’s dream to foster memory-making moments outdoors. The petting zoo, play area, bounce pad, and scavenger hunts are popular during the summer and fall. Beginning in September, enjoy seasonal activities like a pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayrides, haunted excursions, and an elaborate Kids Zone for farm-themed play. www.pineyacresfarm.com

“I personally love the real farm scene. It’s nice to have a not overly crowded place to take my daughter to visit farm animals. the bounce pad is a huge plus as well as the hayrides, moo train, movie nights & bonfires. from the well maintained grounds to the amazing & sweet staff, this place is a favorite of ours.” – Taylor Lontz, Indianapolis

Lark Ranch Loogootee, IN + Greenfield, IN With an eight-acre corn maze, train, rides, zip line, hayrides, petting zoo, pumpkin patch, and much more, Lark Ranch definitely caters to the tourism side of agritourism and offers just about every farm-fun activity imaginable. Owned and run by the Lark family, the ranch has two locations. Although Lark Ranch is geared towards fall and holiday activities, select special events, like a County Fair, keep the summer months lively as well. https://larkranch.com

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berry farms ________________________________________________ Picking sun-warmed berries by hand is an iconic summertime experience, and there are plenty of berry farms around the state to stain fingers and fill pails. June is strawberry season, while late-summer berry farm excursions reward Hoosiers with blackberries, raspberries, and blueberries. Find blueberries from the northern part of the state, like Fritts Berry Farm in Demotte, all the way to Bryant’s Blueberries down south in New Salisbury. In between are dozens of farms with other berries and, in most cases, additional seasonal fruits and produce. Add u-pick vegetables to your berry picking experience at farms like Waterman’s Farm Market in Indianapolis and Berry Best Farm in Nabb.

Hidden Hill Nursery & Sculpture Garden offers Southern Indiana’s most eclectic mix of garden art, whimsey and rare plants for sale on an eightacre site near Utica and just off I-265. Now in it’s 20th year, its events include kite flying, a blues evening, a bluegrass festival, a monarch butterfly festival and art exhibitions. It offers hard-to-find perennials, shrubs and trees, fountains, ponds, quiet corners and a memorable experience. See hiddenhillnursery.com for directions and contact information.

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Chris and Jenny Bundy, Owners, Innkeepers >

n Chris Bundy’s first date with his future wife, Jenny, he drove by the stately Victorian mansion on Main Street in Salem, Indiana and declared, “Someday I’m going to live in that house.” Forty years, three children, and five grandchildren later, the Bundy’s have now welcomed guests from all over the country and, several foreign countries, to share the hospitality of Gladden House Bed and Breakfast. Bundy’s fascination with the Queen Anne Victorian started as early as his childhood when he would ride his bike past what he called, ‘the castle on Main Street,’ although at the time he had no knowledge of the house’s storied past. The house was built in 1898 by Martha Schultz who was a “working girl” in the red light district of Nashville, Tennessee. As she grew older she decided to return to her hometown and open her own “house of the evening.” She spared no expense furnishing the house with fine furniture, art and all the trimmings of the ostentatious Victorian Age. Just prior to opening the house, she married a colorful character by the name of Percy Gladden who listed his occupation on their marriage certificate as “cowboy.” Although it was a brief and stormy relationship, the house became known as Gladden House from that day forward. The house changed owners five times over the decades before the Bundy’s purchased the home in 1978. Bundy related that he felt that eventual purchase was just meant to be. He noted that the house came up for sale during his freshman year of college, must to his dismay since

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a college student certainly couldn’t afford the purchase, but the owners took the house off the market after a week’s time deciding not to sell. Bundy called the owners and asked that should they ever decide to sell in the future to remember his name and that is just what transpired. Upon closing on the house, the owner mentioned that on the day Bundy called them as a college student they were installing a medicine cabinet and being a bit loose, she told her husband to go get the copy of the local paper on the table which had a feature in in with Bundy’s picture and a story about a college musical in which he was cast. She said, “I told my husband that if that young man likes our house that much, we’ll just put him in the wall.” Indeed, years later when Bundy renovated that bathroom, the paper was still there. With their first jobs as teachers and their first child, the Bundy’s moved into the house of their dreams. Those dreams turned into the occasional nightmare as they embarked on renovations erasing the misguided “modernizations” of the 1950s and returning the home to its original glory. Upon their retirements from teaching and with their children on their own, the Bundy’s decided it only made sense to open their home as a bed and breakfast and share it with the public. After a good deal of final renovations and updates, they

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opened Gladden House in February of 2013 with their first guests being a group of five from Australia. Jenny commented that one of the most gratifying elements of operating the B&B is hearing the stories from the interesting guests from all over the country and world. While many guests include those attending weddings, funerals, family celebrations and doing genealogical research at the local museum complex, others simply visit their website and are fascinated with the house’s history or just the romance of the Victorian era. The house is also a popular location for private dinner parties, as well as hosting small weddings in the formal gardens. In all, the house has twenty rooms, counting the wine cellar. The Bundys offer three bedrooms, a full breakfast, and evening beverages and snacks. Guests may also enjoy evenings on one of the many porches, in one of the several public rooms and grab a book to browse in the third floor library which has volumes dating to 1705. Whether choosing the three-room Queen Anne Suite, the Queen’s Room or King’s Room, guests are always given one distinct instruction upon arrival…that being, to make themselves at home. As Jenny concluded, “They may come in as strangers, but we hope they leave feeling like family.”

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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!

330 W. Market St. Jeffersonville, IN 47130 812-285-1877 innonmarket.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.

Acorn Ridge Bed and Breakfast 3016 S. Conservation Club Rd. Morgantown, IN 46160 317-412-7665 acornridgebedandbreakfast.com Acorn Ridge Bed and Breakfast is a peaceful 4 BR, in beautiful Morgan County. Come and catch your breath, and let them, catch the rest! Acorn Ridge B&B can accommodate individuals to small groups, families, to corporate travelers! It’s an easy drive to Nashville, Bloomington, Columbus, and Indianapolis, a little off the beaten path, but worth the drive! Ask about our picture framing classes.

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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Great Gatherings

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Face it. At some point, you’ll face the daunting task of finding a site for a wedding, family reunion, or other event that carries can’t-fail peer pressure. And you— or at least some of your guests—will demand more than an open-air picnic shelter. Wait. What’s this doing in a travel magazine?

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Many of the same Indiana state parks you visit to

relax and recharge offer an affordable solution. Their answer might even wind up being one of the hits of the party for years to come.

Disguised under the pedestrian name “Recreation

Buildings” in the DNR Indiana Recreation Guide, is the chance to rent these beauties. Fort Harrison, McCormick’s Creek, Mounds, Ouabache, Pokagon, Potato Creek, Prophetstown, Shakamak and Tippecanoe River state parks each have one.

Similar to the cabins at various state parks, the price

and features of the respective buildings vary widely— some are not fully enclosed. The one at each park will suit many needs, but those at Tippy, near Winamac; McCormick’s Creek, near Spencer; Pokagon, near Angola; Mounds, in Anderson; and Ouabache, near Bluffton; can meet most. And, the first three are on the National Historic Register, as is all of Mounds State Park.

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that building for company picnics,” Kathy said. “We drove by there one day and I said, ‘this would make for great pictures with the river.’ The hall was gorgeous and

there is this great stone fireplace.” Tepicon was completed by the Works Progress Administration in 1938 as the

dining hall for the Tepicon group camp, which no longer exists.

“There is a full kitchen. We did all of the cooking there. They have plenty of

picnic tables. You just have to arrange them where you want them. They have bathrooms in the building and a cou-ple of other bathrooms around the building.”

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celebrate tying the knot at Tippy’s Tepicon Hall in September 2017. “I had been to

Mrs. Bazemore plans to rent the hall again for a family reunion or get-together.

“It’s very reasonable,” she said of the rate. Property manager Vern Gillum said the fireplace, which isn’t safe to operate currently, should be ready to go for next summer.

The CCC Recreation Hall at McCormick’s Creek is another historic option with a

few different chapters in its story. Indiana’s first state park didn’t get its current form of recreation building until 2009, nearly 100 years after the park was founded.

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nature center in Indiana state parks.

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numerous family gatherings,

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reunions there,” said interpretive

retreats,” said interpretive naturalist Sam Arthur. “It’s part of the historic fabric

naturalist Nicole Ball. “The building is well TEPICON STATE PARK SHELTER

Lakes Parks Training Institute every year. This past year,

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kept. You’d never guess it’s as old as it is.”

of the park.”

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four-season building, there is no heat except from

the conference featured a social in the building. Ball uses the lawn as a meeting place for groups

mainly used as the park’s cross-country ski rental headquarters.

Pokagon’s location in northeast Indiana, near

Ohio and Michigan, makes it a convenient central meeting place for many Midwest families.

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the giant fireplace. During the winter, the building is

The Lodge, at Ouabache State Park, was built

by CCC Company 1592 when the land was the Wells County State Forest and Game Preserve. In its early years, the building was used by governors as a scenic overnight getaway near Kunkel Lake, which the company also built. While the Lodge is day-use only now, it has unique features because of its lofty past.

A former bedroom now serves as a bridal

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of Bill Aspy, who lives in Hartford

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City, has gathered there since the

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mid-1950s. L ast year, they had about 120 guests representing four generations. Some came from as far away as Arizona and

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Florida. “The Lodge has pretty much stayed the same over the years,” Aspy said. “We really like

in advance. Prices range from $79.50 to $150 plus state sales tax and vary by property. The renter will be billed for any damage,

the old cast iron stove in the kitchen is still useable. “Many of our younger family

breakage, or cleaning cost

Depending on your needs and where you live, these buildings or those at the

other parks men-tioned earlier, might fit your needs and quell the pressure that comes with hosting.

Why settle for having your event in a humdrum setting? Go for history

surrounded by Indiana’s outdoors.

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as one year (to the date)

the fact that the main room is still large and open, the fireplace is still working, and members have never seen anything else like that stove.”

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MARSHALL COUNTY’S GREAT OUTDOORS:

County. Displays in the Interpretive Center give a glimpse of the area’s rich history and nature. Visitors can hike five miles of trails through woodlands and prairie. You may spot turkey, waterfowl and deer along the way, as well as a wide variety of birds. Spring and fall migrations bring excitement to the area as warblers, vireos, and other migrant passerines pass through the park in good numbers. Migrating ducks can be found too, resting on

the ponds, in the wetlands, and on the Tippecanoe River. Bluebirds often can be seen in the open area near the gravel entrance lane.

The park also offers biking, bird watching, kayak/canoe

rental, environmental programs, star gazing and more.

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The Potawatomi Wildlife Park is a quiet, 317-acre preserve along the Tippecanoe River in Marshall County, Indiana. The Potawatomi Tribe once called this region their home, before they were forced west in the 1830s. The park includes the site of a rare post-removal Potawatomi village that existed until the early 1850s. Images depict its past, as well as an 1834 cabin, the oldest structure in Marshall

The Potawatomi Wildlife Park While in Marshall County, enjoy some of these other

outdoor attractions: Lake Maxinkuckee in Culver, Indiana’s second largest natural lake; Tri-Way Drive-In Theatre, opened in 1953 and one of the few drive-in theatres left in the United States; Marshall County Blueberry Festival, with hot air balloons, parade, fireworks, entertainment, arts & crafts booths, and more; and the Barn Quilt Trail, Indiana’s first barn quilt trail with over 75 quilt block patterns to enjoy.

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From film screens and fascinating creatures to galleries, green spaces, and sports heroes, there’s something fun for EVERYONE at White River State Park. We offer 250 incredible acres of unforgettable exhibits, oneof-a-kind special events, and some of the best views of the city—with a beautiful river running through it all. There’s more to do, see, and savor at White River State Park.

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Indiana’s Top Chefs The path to culinary greatness often begins at home.

Jake Burgess: FoxGardin • Fortville, IN

Above: FoxGardin proprietor and chef Jake Burgess returned home to Fortville and opened FoxGardin restaurant in 2015. Below: Seared salmon is topped with lobster and lobster cream sauce, served with tomato, basil and goat cheese risotto and asparagus. Photos courtesy of FoxGardin

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his is the restaurant that Jane built. Or, at least, influenced. Meet Jake Burgess, Jane’s son. He’s owner and chef at FoxGardin Kitchen & Ale in Fortville. And is quick to talk about how influential his mother has been in his choice of careers. So influential that Jane Teagardin Burgess is honored as the “Gardin” in FoxGardin. Burgess’s business partner, Toby Shelton, honored his mother, too – Teresa Fox Shelton is the “Fox” in FoxGardin. A couple of seemingly ordinary guys with strong ties to their families and to old-fashioned values, but with a modern, upscale twist. Burgess grew up in Fortville, then a small rural community where he’d play outside with his buddies. “My friends called me ‘Little House on the Prairie’ when I was growing up because I’d have to be home every day at 5 p.m., no matter where I was, because Mom had supper on the table,” he says. “We’d be in the middle of a ballgame and I knew ‘I gotta’ go.’ I’d get home, eat supper, run back and say, ‘Where were we?’ And we’d continue the game.” Burgess started working at 15, in

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Top: Pork ribeye is served with mashed potatoes and asparagus.

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Bottom: Fish tacos are served with chimichurri sour cream, fire-roasted salsa and shredded lettuce in a flour tortilla. Photos courtesy of FoxGardin

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the food business – at Mozzi’s Pizza in Fortville. His first day of work was 9/11. He went off to Ball State to study hospitality. But after three years, he knew it wasn’t for him. He had continued to work in the food industry, graduating to fine dining. On his 21st birthday, he moved to Valdosta, Georgia, “to spread my wings.” “I think Southern-style cooking is homey and family-oriented,” Burgess says. “I worked for some talented Southern-style-cooking chefs, in scratch kitchens, in really nice restaurants – and expanded my cooking.” And then he returned to Indiana, to an upscale Indianapolis restaurant where he honed his skills in fine dining. One day, when visiting his parents in Fortville, Burgess saw that a downtown building was available, and he jumped at the chance to open his own restaurant. “I’d worked for somebody long enough,” he says. “I figured I could sleep in the restaurant and eat the food there if I had to.” He called his Ball State roommate and asked him to be his business partner. Shelton also worked in the food industry, starting as a busser and moving up to management.

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Top: PEI (Prince Edward Island) Mussels are served with crostini. Photo courtesy of FoxGardin Center: One of Jane Burgess’s trio of pie favorites is Key lime. Photo by Fred Granger Bottom: Hand-cut filet mignon in several sizes is accompanied by house mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus. Photo by Fred Granger

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His degree in hotel and restaurant management was the perfect complement to Burgess’s culinary skills. They opened FoxGardin, a 21+ restaurant/bar in downtown Fortville, in 2015. It’s for adults only because of the building’s layout, which makes it impossible to create separate bar and family dining areas. So now there’s also FoxGardin Family Kitchen, for the entire family, at 104th and Olio Road. Much of the original FoxGardin décor pays tribute to not only the building’s history but also to local history. “Everything in the restaurant has a story,” Burgess says. Table tops from local barn wood, the original tin ceiling, 48-star American flags – a rustic Americana feel in a building from about 1890. Even trains that rumble through town, whistles blowing, several times a day. The menu still has that Southern touch – fried chicken is accompanied by hot honey – but choices are expanded with perfect hand-cut filet mignon, the Fortville tenderloin, walleye, lobster, pork, duck. Comfort food, elevated. As for dessert, the stars are pies made by Burgess’s mother. Most popular are

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Jake Burgess’s mother, Jane Teagardin Burgess, bakes FoxGardin’s pies. The most popular are bourbon pecan, sugar cream, and key lime. ”Everybody talks about Jane’s pies,” Burgess says. “She’s become a local celebrity.” Photo by Fred Granger

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sugar cream, bourbon pecan, and key lime. ”Everybody talks about Jane’s pies,” Burgess says. “She’s become a local celebrity.” The restaurant doesn’t have a freezer, so what comes in daily goes out daily. The menu changes often, taking advantage of local foods in season. FoxGardin has, Burgess says, that “I’m home” feeling. Fine dining in a pub atmosphere with live music several nights a week. A destination restaurant, “where Nashville (Tennessee) meets small town.” “Everybody has a favorite room, a favorite seat, a favorite table,” Burgess says. “We know where people sit, we know what they like, we know when they’re coming in…. Everybody thinks FoxGardin is their own little secret.” FoxGardin Kitchen & Ale 215 S. Main St. Fortville, IN 46040 (317) 485-4085 foxgardin.com

Family recipes grace a portion of a wall at FoxGardin Kitchen & Ale. Photo by Fred Granger

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Whether you are antique shopping, looking for a festival, ballgame, cultural trail or some of the world’s best architecture, Indiana has it all...

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PULASKI COUNTY We live it. You’ll love it.

Home to more than 10,000 acres of pristine parkland in northern Indiana’s Tippecanoe River valley, Pulaski County is the escape you didn’t even know you need; a simple reminder to breathe in.

And for the true outdoor adventurist, it’s easy to plan an overnight canoe, camping and kayak trip down the

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Tippecanoe River. Considered Indiana’s “river of lakes,” it’s fed and nourished by 88 natural lakes including some

of the state’s largest. It’s one of the top 10 most important freshwater systems in North America, and was given this designation by The Nature Conservancy in Rivers of Life: Critical Watersheds for Protecting Biodiversity. It’s considered the gold standard of streams for biological cleanliness by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.

canoe campers, is a great midway point. In fact, you must have a boat to camp here. Riverside

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Rentals, (www.riversidecanoes.com/trips) in Winamac can help you with equipment rental and

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And in Pulaski County, the Monterey to Winamac leg is an easy, enjoyable two-day river

trip. An overnight at Tippecanoe State Park, which has a campground specifically for kayak/

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planning the route (just be sure to reserve your camping spot directly with the State Park).

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l scener y with development scattered alo ng the river bank. The moderate water flow travels the 15-mile distance offering a variety of recreational opportunities inc luding picnicking, fishing, and swimm ing along the river. Fishermen will enjoy fishing for pike, smallmouth bass and red eyes.

While in Winamac, take time to enjoy some of what the town has to offer, including Fort Knox Paintball. There are

great local eateries like Tippy’s Pizza and Beer, known for their specialty pizzas such as the Fire Out in the Hole—a jalapeno-infused Italian with Louisiana hot sauce and pepper cheese or their signature pie on a crisp crust with housemade pizza sauce and a great blend of mozzarella cheese. Or at One-Eyed Jacks, take on their Titanic 2 Handed Tenderloin Challenge—within an hour’s time span the winner must totally consume a huge five-pound fried tenderloin

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sandwich and a two-pound bowl of fried tater tots. You’ll need to do a lot of kayaking to work off those calories.

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When you hear the words ‘Dam Ducks’ you might think of

those pesky critters making their home in your swimming pool, but if you are from Hobart you get super excited for their biggest and best event of the year!

An adventurous experience awaits.

111 E. OLD RIDGE RD.

The Hobart Lakefront Festival is home of the “Dam Duck Race” where over 6,000 rubber duckies are spilled over the dam on Lake George and race to a finish line where one lucky duck will win a grand prize of $1,000. The Lakefront Festival is a staple in the Region, and they are celebrating their 27th year of ending summer vacation with a bang The Dam Duck Race isn’t the only fun and unique thing to do at the Lakefront Fest. If you’re crafty or just looking for a fun team building exercise, register for their “Dam Duck Tape & Cardboard Regatta”. They challenge you to construct a vessel out of cardboard and duct tape and paddle through an obstacle course on Lake George. This event is just as fun to watch as it is to participate in. If all of that isn’t enough, we have over 100 vendors showcasing the tastiest treats that you can find along with some of the most unique craft vendors around. So come on out, grab a bite to eat, shop local goods, catch the soulful sounds of one of the eight bands performing throughout the course of the weekend and wash it all down with their biggest beer garden of the year.

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Featuring many fun activities including the Dam Duck Race—with a grand prize of $1,000—and the Dam Duck Tape & Cardboard Regatta, over 100 vendors showcasing the tastiest treats that you can find, some of the most unique craft vendors around, live music and craft beer garden!

Splash into Whiting, Indiana, this summer for the ultimate lakefront experience. Located

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on the beautiful Southern Shore of Lake Michigan, Whiting is home to spectacular Whiting Lakefront Park, Whihala Beach, and the City’s newest addition—the WhoaZone.

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Whiting Lakefront Park features a two-tier boardwalk with sightseeing binoculars, bike trail (part of the Marquette Greenway linking Illinois to Michigan), 300-foot pier extending out onto Lake Michigan, state-ofthe-art gazebo, formal garden, newly renovated pavilion with seating bowl, and concession area. Guests are exposed to breathtaking views of the Chicago skyline, creating the perfect backdrop for any occasion. Want a better look? All aboard Pop Whiting’s Amusement Train, the City’s trackless train offering families a journey through the park. Just a short walking distance down the boardwalk is the entrance to Whihala Beach; highlighting over 20 acres of waterfront recreation. Amenities include a public boat launch, restrooms, rinse showers, food concessions and merchandise. Like many other Lake Michigan shoreline beaches, Whihala is popular for swimmers, boaters, sightseers, walkers, and cyclists. Whiting has set their beach apart from any other. To bring the “wow factor” to Whiting’s lakefront experience, the city added the WhoaZone; a nature-based, active summer destination that visitors from 32 states have traveled to experience. The WhoaZone’s largest attraction is a floating water park made up of slides, trampolines, towers, wiggle bridges, monkey bars, and many other play features. This large obstacle course on the lake is the first of its kind for Lake Michigan. The WhoaZone at Whihala offers rentals for stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, beach cabanas, merchandise, and more. Experience all that Whiting has to offer this summer.

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Enjoy German food, a pumpkin patch, live authentic German music, a wide variety of German biers and wines, and a kid’s zone.

Chelle’s

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Having a deep resp ect for the health of our planet, its oceans, and all the humans that de pe nd on it is what inspires Chelle’s. Our boutique fashions are timele ss and of beautiful quality while we foc us on conscious suppliers bringing to you items you will not find just an ywhere. Stop in and see why we ar e a region favorite and a destination on its own.

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Chesterton is a must visit community in Northwest Indiana! Located just south of the gorgeous Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore and Indiana Dunes State Park, you’ll find diverse restaurants, shops and activities.

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Also taking place in the downtown each Saturday through the end of October is the beloved European Market with over 90 vendors and entertainment. This lovely town, you’ll want to visit again and again.

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One of only 338 dr theaters left in ive-in the States, this drive United -in its door in 1953 opened with a single screen. Today, it op with four screen erates s an refreshment sta d tasty nd convenience. So for your pa family and drive ck up the in classic bringing to this 65 entertainment years of to Ma County. Open no rshall w-Labor Day.

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Marshall County Blueberry Festival celebrating its 52n d year, sit back and relax as you ooh and aah the spectacula r fireworks, or view the hot air balloons, the parade, the free entertainment stages, carnival, unqiue blueberry treats and over 450 arts and craft booth. August 31-September 3, 2018.

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The Potawatomi Wildlife Park is a quiet 317 acre preserve along the Tippecanoe River includes the site of a rare post-removal Potawatomi village that existed until the early 1850s. Visitors can hike five miles of trails through woodlands and prairie. You may spot turkey, waterfowl and deer along the way, as well as a wide variety of birds.

Visit Indiana’s second largest natural lake! The community of Culver is great visitor destination and will surprise you with its sophisticated shops and restaurants, diverse recreational activities, and friendly residents.

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Discover “Rural Living as an Art Form” with Indiana’s first barn quilt trail. With over 75 quilt block patterns to enjoy, find our self-guided map online and journey our county roads to find colorful quilt-block murals, no one the same.

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Every mile tells a story â&#x20AC;¦ along the Heritage Trail. Catch the vibe in our lively downtowns filled with craft breweries, restaurants, concerts, and events. Check out the scenic Amish Country backroads to set your sights on buggies, hand-crafted furniture and decadent fresh baked goods. Gaze at a million blooms bursting into living color at 18 super-sized Quilt Gardens that dot the landscape. Our guide is your guide. Get yours today at HTadventures.com/IN

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Discover all that DeKalb County has to offer—and the history of one of the greatest American cars ever made, the Duesenberg.

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Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum ª Automotive and Transportation Museums ª Boutiques and Antique Shopping ª Art Galleries ª Wineries and Craft Beer ª Casual to Fine Dining ª Sechler’s Pickle Factory Tours ª World’s Greatest Classic Car Show and Festival [week before Labor Day] ª DeKalb County Free Fall Fair [last week of September] ª

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Wolf Park • Prophetstown State Park • The Farm at Prophetstown • Tippecanoe Battlefield & Museum Purdue University • Downtown • Eclectic Shopping • Art Galleries & Public Art • Theater & Nightlife Columbian Park & Zoo • Celery Bog Nature Area • Breweries and Winery • Hiking & Biking Trails Year Round Annual Festivals • Eight Golf Courses, including course designs by Pete Dye and Hale Irwin

Columbian Park Zoo

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Eight Golf Courses

Brewery & Winery Trail

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Tropicanoe Cove

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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 TippecanoeHistory.org

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THE LAFAYETTE MASTER CHORALE FRIDAY, JUL. 20 / 7-10pm Karaoke with the Chorale Meet and sing with us at Lafayette Brewing Co. 622 Main St., Lafayette OUR NEXT SEASON Bernstein, Bach, and Broadway Six concerts of outstanding music, featuring performances with the Lafayette Symphony Orchestra and our own youth choirs. One highlight: our beloved, traditional Christmas Lessons and Carols performance. Please visit lafayettemasterchorale.org for more information and to order tickets.

LAFAYETTE / WEST LAFAYETTE

TIPPECANOE BATTLEFIELD MUSEUM AND HISTORY STORE

839 MAIN ST. #540 LAFAYETTE, IN 47901 765-429-5151 facebook.com/lafayettemasterchorale lafayettemasterchorale.org lafayettechildrenschoir.org admin@lafayettemasterchorale.org

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Located on campus in the historical Memorial Union On the corner of State and Grant Street, West Lafayette, IN 47906

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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great selection of local craft

Downtown Indy 329 Mass. Av. 317-636-7662

doughs, over 50 toppings,

Broad Ripple 811 E. Westfield Blvd 317-255-5711

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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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Downtown Indianapolis offers a diverse array of Indy-original restaurants, great attractions, acclaimed performing arts and museums, five professional sports teams, eclectic shops...and so much more! A great place to visit is also a great place to live.

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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, fullservice catering and special-order desserts. Open Daily.

ALMOST HOME RESTAURANT: MON-SAT 11-9, SUN 11-3 SWIZZLE STICK BAR: MON-THURS 11-10, FRI-SAT 11-11, SUN 11-3 17 W. FRANKLIN ST .

GREENCASTLE, IN 46135

765-653-5788 almosthomerestaurant.com

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.

MON-SUN 9-5 [BUT REMEMBER, CALL FIRST] FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK @AlmostHomeRestaurant

999 E. COUNTY RD. 325 N. GREENCASTLE, IN 46135

765-653-5108 Cell 765-301-0016 harrissugarbush.com

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COMPLETELY NUTS AND CANDY COMPANY 30+ flavors of butter creams, truffles and caramels, all made from scratch. Cinnamon-glazed, chocolate-covered nuts and bulk candy to dazzle the eye. With its friendly atmosphere, quality productive and attentive customer service, Completely Nuts and Candy Company has become Greencastle’s sweet spot, with choices and flavors that delight both young and old. Products are made fresh daily.

GREENCASTLE, IN 46135

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25 S. INDIANA ST.

Walk in the park. Ride in the woods. Attend a concert. Dine in style. Listen to classical music. Dance to a rock band. Fish on a lake. Go to a festival.

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What a storied tradition! The Riley Festival Queen and her court gather flowers from the school children of Hancock County, which will be placed at the base of the James Whitcomb Riley statue in Greenfield. This statue turns 100 years old this year.

PENNYS ART AND MUSIC FESTIVAL

CHOCOLATE WALK

GREENFIELD July 28, 2018 I 11AM-7PM

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Fine art, crafts, music, food, Big Wheel Grand Prix and Duck Derby Raffle

NEW PALESTINE FALL FESTIVAL N E W PA L E S T I N E September 6-8, 2018 HOURS VARY

Sample chocolate from 20+ stops, and gift basket raffle *registration required.**

500 EARTH SCIENCES FOSSIL, GEM AND MINERAL SHOW GREENFIELD September 7-9, 2018 HOURS VARY

Fish fry, vendor booths, music, beer garden and parade

Dealers in fossils, minerals, gems and jewelry and kid activities

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Car show, talent contest, parade, food, vendors and queen contest

Bed race; vendor booths, live music and food

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RILEY FESTIVAL

GREENFIELD September 15, 2018 I 3PM-6PM

GREENFIELD October 4-7, 2018 I HOURS VARY

Create your own work of chalk, cash prizes and entertainment

www.greenfieldmainstreet.org

Vendor and craft booths, photography, poetry and home arts contests, parades, food, live entertainment and queen contest

www.rileyfestival.com

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.

F O R M O R E I N F O R M AT I O N :

www.fortvilleaction.com

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F O R M O R E I N F O R M AT I O N :

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, Founderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day, Halloween Masquerade Party and the Downtown Christmas Walk.

F O R M O R E I N F O R M AT I O N :

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www.townofshirley.com

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Welcome to Morgan County, where you’ll find a friendly, laid-back lifestyle amid charming small towns, beautiful scenic vistas and winding rivers.

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Enjoy live outdoor concerts, explore all things local,

Just southwest of Indy is an

Willowfield Lavender

area that is quickly becoming a

Farm and Mooresville’s new

“must visit” destination. You’ll

Bicentennial Park!

have experiences here you’d

never expect—view the world

landscape of Downtown

beyond at a NASA-affiliated

Martinsville this summer. You’ll

space science institute, tour

find new shops like Fables &

a working honey or lavender

Fairy Tales alongside longtime

farm, relax at the state’s

favorites Berries & Ivy Country

only winery that also has a

Store, The Sterling Butterfly

brewery and distillery, hike the

and the Martinsville Candy

hills created by long-melted

Kitchen. Take in a show at

glaciers, create your own work

the new Main Street Stage,

of art ... you can do it all in

an intimate venue for musical

Morgan County.

performances.

Summer is the perfect

Visit the changing

Don’t miss new dining

time for exploration. Explore

options as well—choose the

the wilderness in Morgan-

chef-inspired menu of 21

Monroe State Forest, take

North Eatery & Cellar, down-

a step into the past at Old

home flavors of Come ‘N Git

Town Waverly Park and

It Diner, the unique taste of

discover your own perfect

The Waffle Whitch, or Holy

weekend away with small town

Smoke Hog Roast Company,

shopping and live concerts

where pups are welcome on

at Cedar Creek Winery,

the patio!

Brewery and Distillery, and make memories as you soak up the beauty of nature.

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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 CANDY KITCHEN 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.

BERRIES & IVY Locally owned by a mother-daughter team, this fun store features beautiful home decor items and local artwork in a historic downtown setting. You’ll find numerous candle lines and home accessories with a country flair, plus jewelry, antiques and more—even a complete line of rug-hooking supplies! A wide variety of painted gourds are also available on site from local resident and well-known artist Ann Lankford.

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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.

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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!

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COME N GIT IT Their menu offers “comfort-food standards” like biscuits and homemade sausage gravy, burgers, tenderloins and meatloaf dinners. Turn back time as you enjoy the rustic atmosphere while dining in this historic building on the west-side of Morgan County’s historic courthouse. It’s a local favorite, with excellent service and friendly people on beautiful Main Street, on the square within walking distance of shops, galleries, breweries, even an Art Sanctuary!

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at the Terre Haute Air Show The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales, the symbol of quality and tradition for Anheuser-Busch since 1933, are scheduled to make several appearances in the Terre Haute area in August, including Saturday, August 8 at the Terre Haute Regional Airport, and August 19 at the Military Appreciation Parade. For more information on the Terre Haute Air Show visit

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Crossroads of America is a coffee shop and much more. From espressos to protein shakes to Italian sodas we fulfill many tastebuds! We offer our famous bakery goods ranging from coffee cakes to mega muffins to our homemade biscotti. Come and join us for a treat!

Mon-Fri 6:30-8, Sat 7-3 7th and Wabash Ave. Terre Haute, IN 47807 812-238-2400

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The Strand Theatre always has new features every week! The Grover Museum is open everyday Tuesday through Saturday - don’t miss The Streets of Old Shelby exhibit! The Skyline, Central Indiana’s only drive-in movie theatre, has family fun every weekend! Needs dates and times? Call at 317} 398-9623 or 888}303-0244 or head to our website or Facebook page for all the details on these, and other festivals and events.

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An Indiana Cultural District is a well-recognized, labeled, mixed-use area of a community in which high concentrations of cultural assets serve as the anchor. Indiana Cultural Districts promote the exploration of and participation in the arts and humanities through unique cultural experiences that support community life and economic vitality. The Columbus Arts District, located in Downtown Columbus, encompasses more than 360 arts programs and cultural assets within four corridors focused on attracting, growing, shaping and engaging the public. The Commerce Corridor is located primarily on Washington Street and spans 15 blocks north and south within the Arts District. The Arts and Education Corridor can be found along Jackson Street with major assets such as the Indiana University Center for Art+Design Columbus, the YES Cinema independent movie theatre and the Jacksson Contemporary Art Gallery. Fifth Street is home to the Architecture Corridor and is recognized as one of the most architecturally significant streets in America. Fourth Street, which has received a major makeover to become an urban events and pedestrian plaza, features the Entertainment Corridor.

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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!

Visit Columbusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 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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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.

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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. Free dessert with any luncheon or dinner (one per ad, expires 11/2017).

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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Hinshaw

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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Traveling down State Road 37, into Southern Indiana’s heartland, don’t miss the chance to unplug and unwind at Paoli’s Aloft. Centrally located to many of Southern Indiana’s best attractions, this hidden gem gives you the opportunity to relax in rustic charm, without the noise and interruptions of a hectic lifestyle. While there, take a jaunt to nearby French Lick and discover Hinshaw’s Rock and Gems. This family operated business will steal your heart with their hospitality and unique, hand-made gifts and jewelry. It’s just the ticket for that person who is hard to buy for. And if you are hankering for something to eat, two nearby havens can fill the bill. Superburger—located in Paoli—is home to the “Newk”. Or, for those up to an eating challenge, try the Triple Newk. Three patties of locally grown beef, three layers of cheese, and three layers of bacon will fill you up right. For those who finish the meal, which comes with a stack of cheese fries, a bumper sticker is earned for bragging rights. Top it all off with a hand-dipped milkshake or homemade brownie sandwich. Do we have your attention yet? Next stop, the German Café in French Lick. Family owned and operated, this restaurant is as authentic as it

gets, right down to the décor. Start with a Bavarian pretzel, complete with house-made beer cheese and mustard. Make sure you bring your appetite because we’re just getting started. Order individually from the menu, or buffet-style platters, sharable for parties from 2-6, include: bratwurst, knackwurst, original polish sausage, schnitzel, Hungarian goulash, spaetzle, German fried potatoes, German potato salad, red cabbage, sauerkraut and jaeger gravy. And if you still have room for more, the sublime desserts are made from scratch, in-house, and include Black Forest Cake, Dream Cake and Apple Strudel, just to name a few.

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Exciting Activities and Events happening throughout the year! July - November

Elephant Encounters at Wilstem Ranch

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Twilight Tours of West Baden Springs Hotel

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Jazz Under the Dome

Select Evenings July – December

Paoli Fall Festival

Wine Cruises at Patoka Lake

French Lick Scenic Train Rides

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September 7 – 9

Dinner Shows at Legend of French Lick Dinner Theatre

September 14 – 16

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Wine Pairings or Wine & Dessert Soiree at West Baden Springs Hotel

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Be sure to stop by our on-campus Gift Shop and help us celebrate 40 years! We have the area’s largest selection of inspirational gifts, keepsakes, books, art and more!

Monastery gifts and food, books, videos, music and more! Food & gifts from Saint Meinrad’s monastery and other monasteries across the country! Bibles, inspirational books, CDs, including chant by the Saint Meinrad monks. Pottery • Artwork • Knitting • Soap • Pyrographic Art • Breads & Cookies Honey • Jams • Fudge • Coffee & more!

Abbey Café Located inside the Gift Shop, our Abbey Café offers delicious soups, sandwiches, desserts and drinks. Mon.-Sat.: 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sunday: 10:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. CT 1/2 mile south of St. Meinrad, IN, on State Road 545 (812) 357-8290 • www.smagiftshop.com

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through an apple, perched on his son’s head. An excellent marksman, he did so safely and valiantly. The Swiss proclaimed him a hero in the fight against injustice and to live in equality. Today, a statue of William Tell and his son can be seen in the town square in Altdorf, Switzerland. A replica of the statue sits in the city park of Tell City, Indiana. No other town in the United States, or world, is named Tell City. Visitors today find Tell City a charming example of Swiss pride. Situated in Perry County, amidst the beauty of the Hoosier National Forest, it’s a haven for outdoor enthusiasts with hunting, fishing, ziplining, mountain biking, horseback riding and year-round hiking trails. Blue Heron Winery beckons with spectacular scenery along the Ohio River, and the awardwinning Winzerwald Winery showcases the owner’s German roots with vines brought to the area by their ancestors in the 1800s. Five noteworthy antique shops are featured in the Indiana Antique Trail, and the Tell City Pretzel company has been making its hand-twisted recipe the same way since

1858. Other foodie favorites include The Post Restaurant, a former post office recreated into a fine dining establishment, the Pour House and Tell City Brewing company. And don’t miss the mouthwatering homemade pies at Brown’s Bittersweet Farms. They are to die for. A highlight for travelers to the area is the festivals. A local favorite celebrates pioneer life in Southern Indiana. The Shubael Little Pioneer Village was founded in the year 2000, on 35 acres of land donated and named after Shubael Little, the first landowner in the local area. The village recreates settlement life as it was in the mid-1800s. Two main events take place each year—the festival and two-day open house, held the third week in October, and a Candlelight Tour the second Saturday in December. Perry County and Tell City can be found just south of I-64, on SR37, bordering Kentucky, on the Ohio River. easy to find and hard to leave, Tell City is truly an Indiana gem to shout about. www.pickperry.com

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The William Tell Overture conjures images of chase scenes in old Westerns, featuring its rhythmic dalunt-dalunt-dalunt-dunt-dunt cadence, but who knew this iconic music, and its namesake, had ties to Southern Indiana? Along the banks of the Ohio River, deep in the southern-most part of the Hoosier National Forest is Tell City, named for Swiss folk hero, William Tell. In the late 1850s, the Swiss Colonization Society, a group of people who immigrated to Cincinnati, from Northern Switzerland, purchased land in Southern Indiana, on the Ohio River. Planning for the city was very deliberate, with straight, wide streets and a place where all would be welcome and equal. They wanted it to have an American sounding name, so chose that of the legendary Swiss hero. Folklore has it that William Tell lived 700 years ago when the Swiss were rebelling against Austrian rulers. Tell was considered a Robin Hood type figure, refusing to bow to noblemen. His punishment for it was to shoot an arrow

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From June 5 to August 7—Tuesdays, are Storytime fun for youngsters (10:30am). An exhibit on autos in Indiana rolls in from June 30-July 26—it is all about the Auto Industry in Indiana. Jasper celebrates their German festival, the Strassenfest, August 2-5. Many items displayed on the Strassenfest, German Immigration, and all things about Dubois County as the county celebrates its 200th Birthday. Then, on August 12, the Military will be honored in a program. Mon closed, Tues-Fri 10-2, Sat 10-4, Sun 1-4

CHOCOLATE BLISS AND KITCHEN ESSENTIALS Featuring sinfully delicious candies and sweets, the latest must-have kitchen utensils and gadgets, and locally-made favorite foods.

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SCHNITZ BREWERY The Schnitz Brewery & Pub offers a family friendly atmosphere, yet all the charm of a local pub. With a Menu that offers pizza, salads, burgers and more, live music on Saturday nights, and a craft beer selection that’s out of this world there is something for everyone at the Schnitz Brewery and Pub.

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Washington County

When you’re trying to teach your kids (and grandkids) to “be in the moment”, consider a daytrip or an overnight to Washington County Indiana. It’s great place to unplug, relax, and absorb the history and the “art” of relaxing, as Salem, IN is truly the heart of south-central Indiana.

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John Hay Center Explore a replica 1830’s Pioneer Village, the birthplace of Statesman John Hay as well as three floors of exhibits in The Steven’s Museum. bjohnhaycenter.org / 812-883-6495 The Depot Train Museum Discover the history of the Monon Railway through exhibits and

an extensive scale model train layout in the reconstructed Salem Monon Depot.

Beck’s Mill Originally constructed in 1808, and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2007, Beck’s Mill is one of the most famous and historic landmarks in Indiana. It is the only extant mill in Indiana that used only grindstone milling in the entire milling process.

Three plus miles of trails begin and end at the Mill, winding over hills, passing three springs, until skirting the edge of the high, sheer bluff of Mill Creek. Spring and summer, visitors are rewarded with thick blankets of wildflowers along the trails including Geranium, Violets, Larkspur, Columbine, and Trillium. becksmill.org

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Not even an hours drive to French Lick, Corydon, Madison, North Vernon, Scottsburg, Seymour, and Louisville!

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ZIMMERMAN ART GLASS

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Watch master craftsman Kerry Zimmerman make custom hand-made glass creations right before your eyes. Five generations of glass-making techniques, originating from France, are used in this downtown location. A favorite of all, and open for viewing, you won’t want to miss it! See the glass museum and other local artisans’ work too.

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 something for everyone. Located on the square in downtown Corydon, be sure to stop by and see us today!

Located in Historic Corydon. Serving locally roasted gourmet coffee, espresso, smoothies, tea and specialty drinks, this quaint cafe is a hot spot for visitors, business meetings and local gatherings. Voted “Indiana’s Best Cup Of Coffee” by readers of Electric Consumer magazine in 2017. FREE WI-FI.

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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.

Learning and fun go hand in hand! Magic abounds in this high-tech, hands-on journey through Indiana’s early development. Walk through history, investigate the mysteries of our cave system, and explore our interactive galleries. Be sure to ask about allowing us to host your next children’s B-day party. (Suggested for ages 7yrs +). General Admission $4-$6, Senior Discount (62yrs +) $5, and Military with valid ID—FREE. (Ask about group rates)

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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. Mon-Thurs + Sat 10-5, Fri 10-7

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Home to talented makers, vintners, and musicians, southern Indiana is steeped in artistic traditions. Experience it for yourself at these events:

Artisan Trail of Harrison County Show

Sat. July 14 & Aug. 11 Best Vineyards Winery & Distillery, Elizabeth

Art at the Old Capitol

Sept. 22, Historic Downtown Corydon Glasstoberfest

Glasstoberfest

Oct. 19-20, Zimmerman Art Glass

Concerts at our 5 Wineries Weekends throughout the summer and fall Wineries

Best Vineyards Winery & Distillery, Indian Creek Winery, Quibble Hill Winery, Scout Mountain Winery, and Turtle Run Wnery

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The Artisan Trail of Harrison County is a collective of artists throughout the county who welcome the opportunity to meet with visitors and locals. Everyone interested is encouraged to reach out to them through the contact information posted on the website. The Artisan Trail celebrates craftsmanship and a commitment to quality, so it includes not only artists, but food producers such as 3D Valley Farm, Best Vineyards, and Hensley Homegrown. To see the artists all at once, visit Best Vineyards on Saturdays July 14 and August 11 from noon to 8pm, where

they will have booths with work available for purchase. Take in the beautiful countryside as you enjoy a Best Vineyards wine tasting. Activities like make-and-take mini art projects are also available. Wood reigns for Rob Roby, too, who fashions pieces on a lathe. His introduction to woodturning came when he learned a neighbor was teaching another neighbor to make ink pens. That led him to woodturning with which he now creates bowls, vases, utility and artistic pieces. For fellow Indiana Artisan and retired college psychology professor Carl deGraaf, the medium is clay. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something,

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Woodturner Rob Roby’s lathe turns out a natural-edge cherry burl bowl, one of his favorite creations. PHOTO I FRED GRANGER Metal sculptor Jason Wright uses a welding torch to create whimsical pieces of art from everyday tools and machinery.

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Potter Carl deGraaf finishes a partnership box. It is made of two parts, each of which could stand alone. But they have unity and higher purpose when joined. His wish: “May you have success as you work to fill your partnership box with meaning and value as you experience life together.” PHOTO I FRED GRANGER

ARTISTS ON THE TOUR Carl deGraaf – Potter / William Keeton – Knife Maker / Rob Roby – Wood Turner Sheryl Scharf – Drawing, Painting, Photography / Dave Schotter—Wood Carving / Gloria Schotter—Jewelry Paul Schreck – Wood Turner / Linda Shoults – Painter / Jason Wright – Metal Smith ROB ROBY

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For Bill Keeton, it’s about creating one-of-a-kind knives, for collections as well as for use. Everything is made from scratch; all the components are in raw form and are cut and shaped by Keeton. Other artists will be working with acrylics, pen and ink, photography. For Wilbert Best, there’s a winery and distillery. And for Kathy Hensley and her husband, Vincent Johnson, it’s about their farm and what it produces—they’ll show meats that include lamb brats, apple butter, vegetables, fruit, a pumpkin patch, a few animals.

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he says, he liked from the beginning. He creates a variety of functional, moderately-priced items but is best known for his mugs. He says each “has the potential to create strong emotional reactions for the user.” Jason Wright is a sculptor, too, you might say. The Funkey Junkmeister, who confesses to always having had a crazy imagination, uses a welding torch to fashion quirky conversation pieces from discarded machinery and tools. “I’ve always been around farms and around equipment all my life, and I’d think, ‘I could do something with that,’” Wright says. “Finally I got bored and started putting stuff together.”

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THE ARCHIVIST’S OFFICE Using rare primary documents and talking portraits, this gallery provides a fascinating, exciting look into how the county’s story began.

EXPLORING NATURAL HISTORY This dynamic and immersive gallery explores the diverse ecosystems that make Harrison County a great place to live, work and visit. Interact with birds and animals native to the area in this brightly colored, hands-on gallery.

EARLY COUNTY HISTORY Corydon is Indiana’s hometown. The fascinating stories of the rich historical events and people who helped to form early Indiana are showcased in this gallery.

EXPLORING OUR CAVES Harrison County has over 600 known caves and the incredible Binkley Cave System. To salute this unique feature, you can handle cave exploring gear, search for cave dwellers, and more. When you’re ready to move on, crawl through a cave entry to the next gallery.

HARRISON COUNTY

The Harrison County Discovery Center, located in the historic Harrison County Jail, provides a high-tech, interactive experience showcasing the history, science and people of Indiana’s Harrison County and Southern Indiana. Featuring five unique galleries and a 360-degree multimedia theater, visitors will leave inspired to discover more in Harrison County. Special exhibits and galleries include:

THE CIVIL WAR The American Civil War left few corners of America unscathed. There were only two recognized battles fought north of the MasonDixon Line: one of those battles was the Battle of Corydon. In this 360-degree multi-media presentation, you’ll find yourself in the middle of the action as the battle occurs around you.

Visit the Discovery Center Corydon, IN 47112 812-734-0030

Mon–Sat 9–4:30 Sun 12–4:30

DAILY ADMISSION: ADULTS 18 AND OVER $6.00, CHILDREN 3+ $4.00, SENIORS 60+ $5.00, MILITARY WITH VALID ID FREE.

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JENNINGS COUN T Y CENTRALLY LOCATED AND CLOSE TO COLUMBUS, BLOOMINGTON, AND MADISON INDIANA! AND JUST 20 MINUTES +/- OFF INTERSTATE 65

STEAM PUNK ART SHOW North Vernon will host its first ever Steampunk Art Show and Festival SATURDAY

Sept.

10am to

10pm

A Steam Locomotive Train will be offering rides, 3 bands will perform throughout the day/evening, a “Steampunk inspired”

Reception/Ball will be held, Saturday from 4-5pm celebrating the various

artists works, as well as an antique car show and food trucks will be available. Steampunk Art is to be said to be a genre of creative arts that blends yesteryear (particularly Victorian England or the American Wild West) with technology. This type of work uses gadgets and scrap parts that most might see as junk, but artists see as fodder for creative modifications. The Park Theater will be selling train tickets starting July 1.

For more info visit

www.steamers.art

Spend the day relaxing and enjoying fine wine and delicious homemade food at this 5th generation family-owned farm. 8225 S. County Rd. 90 W. Commiskey, IN 47227 812-346-5859 www.streamcliff.com Wed-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12pm-5pm

Stream Cliff Herb Farm is celebrating their 45th year with tons of fun events such as candlelight dinners, quilt show, and so much more! Check their website for the most current information.

Unwind, regroup, but be sure to start your journey in Jennings County! 8 1 2 - 5 9 2 - 8 0 8 7 / J e n n i n g s C o u n t y T O U R I S M . n e t / f o l l o w u s o n Fa c e b o o k

INDIANAPOLIS

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KENDALL REEVES

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

DORRELL HARRISON

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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

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

Brown County’s original art gallery, established in 1926, featuring many of Indiana’s finest contemporary and early art colony masters.

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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BRINGING PEOPLE TOGETHER THROUGH PUBLIC

BY ELIZABETH GRANGER

A COLLABORATIVE PAINTING TITLED PEOPLE WALKING WAS CREATED BY ARTISTS ALEXANDRA HALL, TERRY RATLIFF AND THEOPOLIS SMITH AS PART OF FORT WAYNE’S ART THIS WAY PROJECT. COURTESY DOWNTOWN FORT WAYNE

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She’s energetic. She’s now. She’s it.

PHOTO I ELIZABETH GRANGER

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She’s Julian Opie’s Ann Dancing , the perpetually swaying digital woman who captures the essence of Mass Ave’s exuberance. Mindy Taylor Ross of Indianapolis, art curator and owner of Art Strategies, helped bring Ann to Indianapolis in 2007. “She engages people,” Ross says. “I see people sashaying like her.” Ross says Ann is her favorite piece of public art. Ah, yes … public art. A term with different meanings for different people. Ross prefers to call it art in public spaces. Often outdoors but not always, and free to the general public. Ironically, it’s not always on public land. Consider the multitude of murals in the state— ANN DANCING BY JULIAN OPIE, IN INDIANAPOLIS of Vonnegut in Indianapolis, jazz musicians in Richmond, local history in Ligonier. Many on privately-owned buildings but visible to a lot of people. Artist Pamela Bliss began her mural career in Richmond in 1997 to commemorate the city’s jazz heritage. In 2010 she invited other artists to join her. Today there are more than 70 murals in Wayne County, created by more than 15 artists. Fort Wayne is experiencing mural-mania this summer with local artists brightening up downtown alleys through the Art This Way program. Bill Brown, president of Downtown Fort Wayne, says, “Public art enhances public grounds in a way that goes beyond brick and mortar. Public art gives the public realm a soul.” In 2014 Fort Wayne’s sculpture scene exploded with not one or two but 50 different “THE RESCUE,” BY AMY RHEINHARDT, IS ON THE WALL OF pieces, each one a bike rack. Sculpture with Purpose “ties our love of outdoor recreation to our RICHMOND’S FIRST FIREHOUSE, NOW THE FIREHOUSE BBQ AND BLUES RESTAURANT. VISITORS OFTEN POSE insistence on the priority of public art,” says Kristen Guthrie of Visit Fort Wayne. “Each one is WITH THE “FIREMEN” TO HELP RESCUE THE CAT.

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fashioned by a horticultural artist. Elkhart County’s quilt gardens bloom throughout the summer. Walking paths have been incorporated into the patterns so people can walk right into the gardens, often lending an artistic hand when they pull weeds or deadhead blooms. “What we love most about public art, whether it’s gardens, sculptures, water features or something else, is that it brings people together,” says Terry Mark of the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau. “They are an invitation for people to linger and to converse and build relationships with each other and with the community surrounding it.” Brigette Cook Jones of Hancock County Tourism agrees and adds, “You can interact with it, more so today because we THE DEPEW MEMORIAL FOUNTAIN IN UNIVERSITY PARK, JUST SOUTH OF THE WAR MEMORIAL IN INDIANAPOLIS, PROVIDES THE PERFECT RELIEF FOR A SWELTERING SUMMER DAY. THERE ARE TIMES WHEN VISITING CHILDREN WADE IN THE WATER. PHOTO I ELIZABETH GRANGER

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different, so people enjoy searching out new ones, but the fact that they are all functional bike racks is just so smart.” They’re a different take on sculpture, long a staple in public art. Important events and important personas live forever in stone, marble, bronze, clay, plastics. Indianapolis is considered to have more monuments and memorials dedicated to veterans than any other city except Washington, D.C. Among them are the Soldiers and Sailors Monument, Indiana War Memorial, USS Indianapolis Memorial, and Congressional Medal of Honor Memorial. Statues immortalize individuals and events that are serious—and not so serious. Who wouldn’t be charmed by children playing crack the whip in Columbus, frolicking in front of the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis or cooling off in Depew Fountain in University Square in Indianapolis? Grant County offers the Garfield Trail with a dozen bright orange fiberglass Garfield the cat statues, each about 5 feet tall and each dressed differently. Jim Davis, Garfield’s creator, hails from Grant County. Living art plays a part, too, growing and changing with the seasons. Consider gardens both public and private, each

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have smartphones.” She said the top three tourismrelated photos are of food, signs, and statues—with people in the photos. It makes her definition of public art broad and includes signs, banners, even manhole covers. Jones likes when GREENFIELD ARTIST BILL WOLFE WITH THE JAMES WHITCOMB RILEY STATUE HE CREATED. children get involved, as they did in helping to pay for a James Whitcomb Riley statue 100 years ago and recently for a Riley bench in front of his home in Greenfield. Those sit-by-me benches inspire interaction. Within moments a photo can be taken and posted on social media. In addition to the Riley bench are those with Gov. Frank O’Bannon in Corydon, Desiderata poet and philosopher Max Ehrmann in Terre Haute, and automobile pioneer Elwood Haynes in Kokomo. Visitors can sit next to astronaut Neil Armstrong in West Lafayette, or walk in his moon boot impressions. A piano with PAMELA BLISS PAINTED THE HUGE MURAL OF JAZZ LEGEND songwriter Hoagy HOAGY CARMICHAEL, WHO RECORDED IN RICHMOND. PHOTO I ELIZABETH GRANGER

Public Art

“What we love most about public art, whether it’s gardens, sculptures, water features or something else, is that it brings people together.”

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— TERRY MARK, ELKHART COUNTY CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU

Carmichael beckons in Bloomington. A woman at the public library in Goshen invites a child to sit with her to read.

EACH LITTLE FREE LIBRARY IS ITS OWN WORK OF PUBLIC ART. THIS ONE IS ON MONUMENT CIRCLE IN INDIANAPOLIS. PHOTO I COURTESY VISIT INDY

A couple of sculptor J. Seward Johnson’s popular

likenesses sit on benches in Carmel, while more offer lifelike glimpses into ordinary activities. “We like to refer to these as our walkable outdoor museum,” says Carmel mayor Jim Brainard. He adds the sculptures are popular with residents and visitors alike “who are quick to whip out their cell phones to pose for selfies and family photos to capture the moment. We also have noticed that some of our more spirited residents

In the South Shore Welcome Center, in Hammond,

visitors can be a part of record-breaking history by helping create a beautiful mural made with recycled Mardi Gras beads. Bead Town: Along the South Shore will highlight iconic buildings, historic places, landscapes and people along the southern shores of Lake Michigan. The mural will also feature real people from around the globe making it an international

and visitors like to dress the statues in their favorite sports

work of art. Thousands of participants will place nearly 15

team regalia before big games; or scarves and mittens will

million recycled beads on a 3,311 sq. ft. mural in an attempt to

suddenly appear on the statutes before a snowstorm. Clearly,

break a new Guinness World Record.

the public is having fun with them.”

Towns around Indiana are embracing the public art

movement by turning dark alleys into “Artist Alleys.” In addition to Fort Wayne, Kokomo has transformed a dim alley between the County building and the Kokomo Art Association Artworks Gallery into an industrial, outdoor art gallery that enlivens the downtown landscape.

In White River State Park in Indianapolis, it’s a tire

swing that invites visitors to become part of the artwork. And a traveling “INDY” sign is missing its “I”— until someone becomes the “I.” Footprints on the sculpture show visitors where to stand. “Kindly ask someone to take your picture,” the directions read. “Post to your favorite social network with hashtag #LOVEINDY.” SEWARD JOHNSON STATUES IN CARMEL ARE A DRAW FOR TOURISTS. JULIA NICOL, FROM PERTH, WESTERN AUSTRALIA, ENJOYED POSING WITH EVERY STATUE IN TOWN. PHOTO I GEOFF NICOL

A perfect chance to become public art.

A touring Johnson exhibit spent last summer in Elkhart

Point, which this year also includes a 30-foot-tall Johnson statue of the kissing sailor and nurse titled Embracing Peace. “INDY” SIGN IN INDIANAPOLIS

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County. This is the fourth year for such exhibits in Crown

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BY DAVID NILSEN

The Paramount Theatre: Andersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Diamond in the Rough

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On August 20, 1929, the doors of the majestic Paramount Theatre in Anderson, Indiana, opened for the first time. Its 1,700 seats were filled with revelers to watch the Marx Brothers film The Cocoanuts. Seventy years later, a wrecking ball was poised to level the once proud structure, which had fallen into disrepair in the wake of the industrial townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s economic struggles.

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Fortunately, a community group was able to save

the structure, and the Paramount has since been restored to its former glory, now playing host to ballets, plays, concerts, and numerous other events. Stepping into this opulent performance space is like peering through a window into a more elegant age.

The Paramount was designed by famed architect

John Eberson, who was renowned for his “atmospheric theaters” that immersed visitors into simulated exotic locales. He designed the Aragon Ballroom in Chicago, which is still a popular concert venue, the Embassy Theatre in Fort Wayne (similarly restored), and dozens of other venues during the golden age of cinema and stage palaces.

Eberson designed the Paramount to evoke a

Spanish courtyard at night. Facades of Spanish villas cover both walls, adorned by greenery, birds, and statuary. A painted ceiling mimics the sky at sunset, while tiny ceiling lights simulate a starry sky when the house lights come down. It’s a breathtaking spectacle.

Many great performers graced the Paramount

stage during its glory years, from Gene Autry to Johnny Cash. By the 1970s, however, the building had begun its decline, and by 1989 the city of Anderson was preparing to raze the structure to make room for a parking lot. A community group ultimately purchased the Paramount for $1 with a promise to restore Anderson’s crown jewel. Randal Hammel, executive director of the Paramount, remembers the daunting task that faced the group.

“When they first came in, there was water running

down the aisles. They looked up, and they thought there was a fog in the room, but it was mold spores just floating around in the air.”

Despite the toll the years had taken, the group was

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a fundraiser show, and a full-scale restoration followed that included not only the magnificent main theater, but also the 6,000-square-foot ballroom, which features an original hardwood dance floor and Art Deco

Stepping into this opulent performance space is like peering through a window into a more elegant age.

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The attention-grabbing lighted blade sign hanging

from the front of the theater was too damaged to repair, but an exact working replica was donated to the theater and now shines proudly on the Meridian Street facade above the original lighted marquee.

One of the treasures of the Paramount is its grand

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Many great performers graced the Paramount stage during its glory years,

Page pipe organ. About 150 were originally built and installed in movie palaces in the 1920s to accompany silent films, but most have been lost to time. The Paramount Page organ is one of only three working examples in the world being used at its original installation. The pipe system was fully restored in the early 1990s and is once again in use nearly 90 years after it was first ensconced at the Paramount.

The Paramount today is a bustling performance

center once again. The Anderson Symphony Orchestra and Anderson Young Ballet regularly perform here, and traveling dance and performance troupes grace the Paramount stage throughout the year. Concerts and silent film screenings round out the schedule. Additionally, the ballroom is available for wedding receptions, proms, and other community events.

While the Paramount is a sight to behold, this

grandeur is difficult and expensive to maintain. The 90-year-old building needs constant repairs, and several big projects are waiting for funds. Still, Hammel is optimistic, and his eyes light up when he talks about Paramount Vision, his long-term plan to see the theatre reach its full potential which would include an audio visual upgrade, repairs to the structure, and an expansion of the backstage area to allow for more elaborate sets and performances.

After several tough economic decades, downtown

Anderson is rebounding a big way, with breweries planning a restoration in 2018. The Paramount Theatre is poised to be a big part of this townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s renewal, and is well worth a trip to eastern Indiana for a tour back in time.

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and eateries opening up and the nearby State Theatre

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live Performances & shows MELISSA ETHERIDGE, THE PALLADIUM

Amber Martin & Greg Perkins

Songs of The Rat Pack

The Lerner Theater

NEW WASHINGTON

VALPARAISO

ELKHART

memorialoperahouse.com

thelerner.com

rosscountryjamboree.com/ schedule

JULY 13-29

THROUGH JULY 15

Memorial Opera House

Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre

SHIPSHEWANA

VALPARAISO

INDIANAPOLIS

memorialoperahouse.com

beefandboards.com

riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

JULY 14

JULY 18

JULY 19-AUGUST 26

Embassy Theatre

Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre

JULY 13-15

The Little Mermaid

Ross Country Jamboree

Memorial Opera House

JULY 19-20

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Legally Blonde, The Musical

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Gin Blossoms

Annie

Summer Nights: Smooth Edge 2

Legacy Five

Blue Gate Theatre

Million Dollar Quartet

FORT WAYNE

INDIANAPOLIS

fwembassytheatre.org

beefandboards.com

Blue Gate Theatre

Sarah Patrick & Josh McMillian Ross Country Jamboree

NEW WASHINGTON

riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

Rock Lotto

Morris Day and the Time

JASPER

Embassy Theatre

FORT WAYNE fwembassytheatre.org

Doo Wop All Stars

Ross Country Jamboree

Astra Theater astratheater.com JULY 25

Summer Nights: Fatima Washington Embassy Theatre

NEW WASHINGTON

FORT WAYNE

rosscountryjamboree.com/ schedule

fwembassytheatre.org

JULY 20-22

Newsies

Lunchtime Live! Free Concert Featuring GoProv The Lerner Theater

The Lerner Theater

ELKHART

thelerner.com

thelerner.com JULY 21

Here Come the Mummies Embassy Theatre

FORT WAYNE fwembassytheatre.org

Guys & Dolls

PRESENTED BY THE CIVIC THEATRE

The Tarkington

CARMEL thecenterfortheperformingarts.org JULY 27

Shipshewana Breakfast Club— Jim Brady Blue Gate Theatre

SHIPSHEWANA riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

Rocking Terry Lee

Ross Country Jamboree

NEW WASHINGTON rosscountryjamboree.com/schedule

LIVE PERFORMANCES & SHOWS

SHIPSHEWANA

rosscountryjamboree.com/ schedule

JULY 26-29

Shipshewana Breakfast Club— Legacy Five

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JULY 28

Christy Miller

Ross Country Jamboree

NEW WASHINGTON JULY 26-27

rosscountryjamboree.com/schedule

Blue Gate Theatre

Songbook Academy Finals

Jim Brady Trio SHIPSHEWANA

Palladium

riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

thecenterpresents.org

CARMEL

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AUGUST 1

Summer Nights: Quincy Sanders Quartet Embassy Theatre

FORT WAYNE fwembassytheatre.org AUGUST 2

King’s Brass

Blue Gate Theatre

SHIPSHEWANA

EMBASSY THEATRE

riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

PHOTO I DAN ADAMS

AUGUST 3

Ivan Parker

Blue Gate Theatre

SHIPSHEWANA riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

KING’S BRASS, BLUE GATE THEATRE

Shipshewana Breakfast Club— The King’s Brass Blue Gate Theatre

SHIPSHEWANA

AUGUST 11

riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

Blue Gate Theatre

John Conlee

Ross Country Jamboree

NEW WASHINGTON rosscountryjamboree.com/ schedule AUGUST 4

Joanna Kai Cobb

Ross Country Jamboree

NEW WASHINGTON rosscountryjamboree.com/ schedule AUGUST 8

riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

King, Killer and the Man in Black Strand Theatre

SHELBYVILLE strand-theatre-shelbyville.org

THE TAYLORS, BLUE GATE THEATRE

AUGUST 17

Lorie Line: Simply Grand Solo Piano Tour

Shipshewana Breakfast Club— The Craguns

CARMEL

SHIPSHEWANA

Studio Theater

thecenterfortheperformingarts.org AUGUST 13

Blue Gate Theatre

riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

Branson on the Road

AUGUST 17-18

FORT WAYNE

Derby Dinner Playhouse

fwembassytheatre.org

CLARKSVILLE

Blue Gate Theatre

derbydinner.com

Greater Vision SHIPSHEWANA

Collingsworth Family

AUGUST 15

riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

SHIPSHEWANA

Embassy Theatre

AUGUST 18

riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

FORT WAYNE fwembassytheatre.org

Strand Theatre

AUGUST 10

AUGUST 16

strand-theatre-shelbyville.org

Blue Gate Theatre

AUGUST 9-10

Blue Gate Theatre

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Summer Nights: Kelsicote Embassy Theatre

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The Taylors

Shipshewana Breakfast Club— The Talleys

Summer Nights: Alicia Pyle

The Erwins with Joseph Habedank

Fun 4—Beatles Concert SHELBYVILLE Billy Keith & Theresa Dunn Ross Country Jamboree

SHIPSHEWANA

NEW WASHINGTON

riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

rosscountryjamboree.com/ schedule

FORT WAYNE fwembassytheatre.org AUGUST 22-SEPTEMBER 30

The Church Basement Ladies in Rise Up O Men Derby Dinner Playhouse

CLARKSVILLE derbydinner.com AUGUST 23-24

Hoppers

Blue Gate Theatre

SHIPSHEWANA riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

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Embassy Theatre

Summer Nights: Chris Worth

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LIVE PERFORMANCES & SHOWS

Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl

Gene Watson

Blue Gate Theatre

Embassy Theatre

SHIPSHEWANA

FORT WAYNE fwembassytheatre.org

riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

AUGUST 25

SEPTEMBER 4

Ross Country Jamboree

Pruis Hall

Sarah Patrick & Greg Perkins

Doolin’

NEW WASHINGTON

MUNCIE

rosscountryjamboree.com/schedule

SEPTEMBER 6

AUGUST 29

Lynda Randle

Summer Nights: Metavari

Blue Gate Theatre

Embassy Theatre

SHIPSHEWANA

FORT WAYNE fwembassytheatre.org

riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

Lunchtime Live! Featuring Celia Weiss

Janie Fricke

Shipshewana Event Center

The Lerner Theater

SHIPSHEWANA

ELKHART

riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

thelerner.com

SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, BEEF AND BOARDS DINNER THEATRE

PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

THE EAST POINTERS, PRUIS HALL PHOTO I JEN SQUIRES

AUGUST 30

David Church

Blue Gate Theatre

Three Dog Night

Shipshewana Breakfast Club— Squire Parsons

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Blue Gate Theatre

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Seven Brides for Seven Brothers

SEPTEMBER 8

INDIANAPOLIS

Shipshewana Event Center

Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre

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Shipshewana Event Center riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

AUGUST 30-OCTOBER 7

StrandPAC.org

Amy Grant

SHIPSHEWANA

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riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

SHIPSHEWANA

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THE QUEEN EXTRAVAGANZA, THE PALLADIUM

SHIPSHEWANA

Shipshewana Event Center

215 SOUTH HARRISON STREET SHELBYVILLE, IN 46176

bsu.edu/emens

Trace Adkins

beefandboards.com

SHIPSHEWANA

AUGUST 31

riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

Blue Gate Theatre

The Doo Wop Project: Old School, New Generation

Shipshewana Breakfast Club— Old Time Preacher’s Quartet SHIPSHEWANA riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

Emens Auditorium

MUNCIE bsu.edu/emens

SEPTEMBER 20

Strother Theatre

Shipshewana Event Center

Palladium

Dailey & Vincent—Country

The Queen Extravaganza CARMEL

cms.bsu.edu

riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

thecenterpresents.org

SEPTEMBER 10

Jason Petty presents Hank & My Honky Tonk Heroes

The 5 Browns

Emens Auditorium

Derby Dinner Playhouse

MUNCIE

CLARKSVILLE

bsu.edu/emens

derbydinner.com SEPTEMBER 13

Country Gold with Leroy Van Dyke, Barbara Fairchild, TG Sheppard, and Jimmy Fortune Shipshewana Event Center

SHIPSHEWANA riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

Silent Movie: Steamboat Bill, Jr. The Lerner Theater thelerner.com

Triumphant Quartet Blue Gate Theatre

SHIPSHEWANA

SEPTEMBER 14-15

riegsecker.com/shipshewana/ bluegatetheatre/schedule

A PLAY BY ARTHUR MILLER

SEPTEMBER 21

The Crucible

Tivoli Theatre

SPENCER spencertivoli.org SEPTEMBER 15

Oak Ridge Boys

Shipshewana Event Center

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ELKHART

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Ole! World Music Comedy

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Melissa Etheridge Palladium

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Sweeney Todd, A Musical Thriller

Memorial Opera House

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Sunset Amish Home Tour

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Penderecki String Quartet 4 pm Jacobs School of Music, Auer Hall

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Evan Chapman, percussion 7 pm Jacobs School of Music, MC066

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Penderecki Quartet with Jeannette Koekkoek

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Steve Houghton Trip with special guest Rusty Burge 7 pm Jacobs School of Music, MC066

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Edward Auer & Jungwha Moon Auer, piano 8 pm Jacobs School of Music, Auer Hall

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Piano Academy

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World Percussion Concert— Featuring Michael Mixtacki 7 pm Jacobs School of Music, MC066

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Nathan Vickery, cello; Ilya Friedberg, piano

4 pm Jacobs School of Music, Auer Hall

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Summer String Academy 2 pm Jacobs School of Music, Recital Hall

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Summer String Academy— Gala Concert 6 pm Jacobs School of Music, Auer Hall

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Edward Auer Summer Piano Workshop

8:30 pm Jacobs School of Music, Auer Hall

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Summer String Academy 2 pm Jacobs School of Music, Recital Hall

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Faculty/Guest Lecture Recital— Debussy Project 1: “Remembering Debussy” 4 pm Jacobs School of Music, Auer Hall

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The long-awaited opening of Sun King Distillery in downtown Carmel, Indiana, is planned for early July, and will add to the city’s growing number of attractions. “We are excited about the progress Sun King is making on its beautiful new distillery and tap room and for having the confidence to invest in our emerging midtown redevelopment area,” said Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard. “We look forward to watching Sun King grow and succeed as we continue to do the same in Midtown, a rapidly growing district that continues to attract high quality businesses and amenities for both residents and visitors.” The approximately 15,000-square-foot craft distillery and tap room will overlook the Monon Greenway and will include a “food hall” with four 100-square-foot food stalls designed to invoke the spirit of the Monon Railway. “Food halls are a growing trend throughout the U.S., where the number of them grew by nearly 40 percent in 2016,” said Clay Robinson,

co-founder of Sun King Brewery. “Think of our new food hall like a food court in the mall, but totally modernized with local, independent restaurants serving diverse, fresh food quickly. The entire experience is meant to provide a destination where friends can gather to enjoy fresh, handcrafted beers and cocktails paired with fresh, handcrafted meals.” Sun King’s co-founder and head brewer, Dave Colt, who completed his distiller’s education working with worldrenowned distillers at the Distilled Spirits Epicenter in Kentucky, will oversee a 250-gallon still that will be used to craft high-quality, handcrafted, small batch spirits. Customers will be able to taste Sun King’s artisan moonshine, gin, and rum. They will also produce a small batch whiskey that will be aged in Sun King barrels for several years. The distillery will also produce seasonal spirits that will be available at limited times throughout the year.

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Vineyards & Winery 5330 Blue Heron Ln. Cannelton, IN 47520 812-547-7518 www.blueheronvines.com

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Blue Heron Vineyards, located along the Ohio River in Perry County, Indiana, is a result of Gary and Lynn Dauby’s work, vision, and passion. Gary is the mastermind, dreamer and philosopher of Blue Heron Vineyards. His vision includes the vineyard, the winery, the Celtic Cross and the cottage. He’s the “vineyard master, the cellar master, the stick carver and the main caretaker of the property.” His background is in education, graduating from the University of Tennessee – Chattanooga, where he had a four-year basketball scholarship as well as master’s degrees from IU and Indiana State. He taught at various middle schools and high schools until he ended up in prison…not incarcerated, but where he taught professionally. Before he retired in 2007, he was Education Administrator at Branchville Correctional Center. Lynn is an artist as well as co-owner of Blue Heron Vineyards. She works in a variety of media, but prefers acrylics, watercolor and pastels. Her paintings of Victorian-style Santas on aged barn wood and slate have attracted collectors from the region, and her work can be viewed in the winery gift shop, along with the works from other local artists and craftsmen. Lynn’s full-time job is now working with Blue Heron projects, as she’s retired from teaching art in Tell City and Perry Central Community Schools after 33 years. Gary is the sculptor of the walking sticks sold in the Blue Heron businesses. Most come from

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the property, then he adds his personal touch, enhancing each stick’s natural beauty. Others are carved with woodsman faces and designs by local craftsmen. The more decorative walking sticks boast a medallion designed by the Daubys and cast at the foundry at Grandview, Indiana. At the winery, visitors can sample Blue Heron’s unique wines, each crafted from estate and regionally-grown French hybrid and American varietals. The winery’s perfect location means guests can take in breathtaking views of the Ohio River from the patio while enjoying a glass, or bottle, of their favorite varietal. From time to time, guests have been lucky enough to see an eagle soar by over the river. Summer concerts are often held at the winery as fundraisers for local non-profits in the area. And it’s certainly a beautiful setting for an outdoor concert, which are always free. Food and wine are served. Making a weekend or overnight trip to Blue Heron is easy; just book a stay in their “Above and Beyond” cottage, within walking distance of the winery. It features two bedrooms, one bath, spacious great room, kitchen, and a wrap-around porch complete with rocking chairs and a view of the Ohio River and dam. Weddings and private parties can also be booked at the winery.

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is the distance from the center of the circle to the center of the nodules in the upper segment. Those of you who study numbers realize that 23 is significant. In the sports world, for instance, the number 23 is worn by our premier athletes (i.e. Michael Jordan, Lebron James and soccer star David Beckham). In the Bible, the 23rd Psalm is vital to understanding our faith in God. The entire sculpture, for that matter, is built on prime numbers and is a model of the “Golden Mean” used in art and design throughout history. The third and possibly most amazing thing, is that Greg is self-taught with no formal training. When you ask him how he knows what to do, he says, “I don’t know, I just know.” Greg has completed a variety of projects for Blue Heron Vineyards including other carvings in marble, bronze and sandstone, and intarsia doors that lead to one of the buildings, a pergola and an outdoor room. Each is designed to perfection—a true testament of Greg’s skill and attention to detail.

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About 25 years ago, Mike Schad and his wife, Margaret, purchased their acreage in Harrison County, Indiana, after moving from New Albany. They started out planting fruit trees, then switched specifically to grapes. Then the idea of making wine struck; nine years later, as they say, “the rest is history!” Located on scenic IN-62 nestled between the beautiful historic town of Corydon and the charming Ohio River town of Leavenworth, Scout Mountain Winery is popular for their free wine tastings and scenic grounds where visitors can walk through the vineyard. The deck is a relaxing spot to enjoy the wine, and on most days guests can talk to the wine maker himself. In addition to their wines they also carry homemade Italian, cheddar-herb bread and while in season, a special recipe of zucchini bread. Greenhouse heirloom vegetables, herbs, and plants are available for sale in the spring and summer months. And in the fall about 100 apple trees are right for the picking alongside the vineyard. Overnight accommodations are offered in their bed and breakfast cottage. The house, built in the 1920s, is the perfect quiet getaway in the middle of Indiana’s fastest growing wine trail.

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CORYDON

1:30 pm Turtle Run Winery

Sunset Wine Cruise on Patoka Lake

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Yoga in the Vines

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The Blues Redemption 4 pm Best Vineyards

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Artisan Trail of Harrison County Show 12-8 pm, 12-5 pm Best Vineyards

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Blooms and Brews 2-4 pm Sun King Brewing

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Carmel’s The Art of Wine Festival

23rd Annual Indiana Microbrewers Festival

5-10 pm

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Cork & Fork

4-9 pm Creekbend Vineyard

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Kim & Kell

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The Indiana Uplands Wine Trail’s Uncork the Uplands 4-7 pm Huber’s Vineyard

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Bourbon Barrel Boys - In Concert

4-8 pm Best Vineyards Winery

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2-6 pm Military Park @ White River State Park

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Tim Johnson

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Eric Tyler

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Donny Dynamite & the Dynamos – In Concert 4-8 pm Best Vineyards Winery

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Kevin Rees

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Tim Johnson

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Hoosier Hops & Harvest Craft Beer & Spirits Festival

7:30-9:30 pm Best Vineyards Winery

1-7 pm Story Inn

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Hops & Vines Festival

THE SUN KING CANVITATIONAL, DOWNTOWN INDIANPOLIS

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Thurs 5-10 pm, Fri 3-2 am, Sat 10:30-2 am, Sun 10:30-6:30 pm Streets in Vevay and around Courthouse

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Beers Across the Wabash 3-7 pm John T. Myers Pedestrian Bridge

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The Jim Masterson Band â&#x20AC;&#x201C; In Concert 4-8 pm Best Vineyards Winery

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ELIZABETH bestvineyardswinery.com For Scout Mountain Winery Events visit scoutmountainwinery.com For Indian Creek Winery Events visit indiancreekwinery.org

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Whitestown Brew Fest

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1-4:30 pm Whitestown Municipal Complex

Brady Meenach – In Concert

quibblehillwinery.com

WHITESTOWN

ELIZABETH

whitestownbrewfest.com

bestvineyardswinery.com

Brews-Blues-BBQ Fest

SEPTEMBER 29

DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS

4-10 pm Burns Harbor Food Truck Square

sunkingbrewing.com

BURNS HARBOR

1-4:30 pm Central Park Plaza

burnsharbor-in.gov

VALPARAISO

AUGUST 25

SEPTEMBER 15

Quibble Hill Winery

Guy Rhodes

SEPTEMBER 8

The Sun King CANvitational 1-5 pm

Blaise Streets – In Concert 4-8 pm Best Vineyards Winery

4-8 pm Best Vineyards Winery

Valpo Brewfest

valpobrewfest.com

Kenny Kent Lexus Jazz & Wine Festival

OCTOBER 5-7

Griffith Oktoberfest

bestvineyardswinery.com

4-11 pm Civic Center Plaza & Old National Events Plaza

SEPTEMBER 8, 15, 22, 29

EVANSVILLE

GRIFFITH

evansvillejazzfest.com

griffith.in.gov

SEPTEMBER 22

OCTOBER 6

5:30-10 pm Downtown Public Square

2-10 pm South Main Street

ELIZABETH

Fall Foliage Wine Cruise 2-4 pm Patoka Lake Marina

BIRDSEYE patokalakemarina.com

BBQ & Brewfest

ALL DAY Central Park

Oktoberfest

SHELBYVILLE

CROWN POINT

mainstreetshelbyville.org

crownpoint.in.gov

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

www.IndyCM.com

Indiana

Jul. 13-14 Freetown (Jackson Co., South Central Reg.) Freetown July Festival Freetown Park. Family oriented festival featuring parade, fireworks, car show, food, live entertainment, kids’ games, inflatables, tractor drive, vendors, auction. No adm. chg. 812-569-2710; fb.com/freetownfestival Jul. 13-15 Crown Point (Lake Co., North Reg.) South Lake County Agricultural Historical Society Antique Tractor and Farm Show Fairgrounds. Antique and garden tractors, gas engines, cars and trucks, flea market, large model railroad, threshing, sawmills, kids’ area, homemade pies, pork chop dinner. Adm chg. 219-662-9204; slcahs.org Jul. 13-21 Fort Wayne (Allen Co., East Reg.) Three Rivers Festival Headwaters Park. Celebrating its 50th year in 2018, the Three Rivers Festival provides friends and families nine days of celebration in downtown Fort Wayne. Music, food, shopping, art, carnival rides and over 80 fun family-friendly events! No adm. chg. 260-426-5556; ThreeRiversFestival.org Jul. 14 Elkhart (Elkhart Co., North Reg.) Elkhart Bike Night Downtown. Main St. becomes a motorcycle only festival atmosphere showcasing our beautiful downtown. Live music, beer garden and food vendors for all to enjoy! No adm. chg. 574-293-4469; elkhartbikenight.org Jul. 14 West Lafayette (Tippecanoe Co., West Reg.) Wabash Riverfest Tapawingo Park. Free, family-friendly celebration of the Wabash River. Canoe races, food, music, educational exhibits, 5K run, bike events, children’s activities and more! No adm. chg. 765-420-8505; wabashriverfest.com

Jul. 20-22 Culver (Marshall Co., North Reg.) Culver Lake Fest Culver Town Park, Lake Maxinkuckee. Fireworks, parade, pageant, car show, entertainment, arts and crafts, food, kayak and canoe event, fishing derby, 5-mile run, games, ride. Basketball, volleyball, cornhole. No adm. chg. 317-538-2695; CulverLakeFest.com Jul. 20-21 Scottsburg (Scott Co., South Reg.) Scott County MaterFest Downtown Square. Join us as we celebrate Scott County’s rich history of agriculture and tomatoes with good food, family and fun! No adm. chg. 812-752-9211; materfest.com Jul. 21 Carmel (Hamilton Co., Central Reg.) Art of Wine Carmel Arts & Design District. Features local and international wines, wine-related art, entertainment and special activities. $20 wine tasting fee for those 21 and over. Open to all ages. No adm. chg. 317-571-2787; carmelartsanddesign.com

SUMMER FESTIVAL AUGUST 10-11

FALL FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 14-15

Jul. 21 Shelbyville (Shelby Co., Central Reg.) Arts in the Park Blue River Memorial Park. Celebrate the arts with events for children and adults to experience the arts through exhibits, crafts, storytelling and concerts. Fee for some classes. No adm. chg. 317-364-0712; shelbycountyartsfest.com Jul. 21 Elkhart (Elkhart Co., North Reg.) Gateway Mile Auto Fest Downtown. Talk to owners, interact with car buffs, get a photo with your dream car, enjoy live music, and grab some great food all while enjoying vibrant downtown Elkhart. No adm. chg. 574-293-4469; gatewaymileautofest.com

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Jul. 18-22 Hammond (Lake Co., North Reg.) Festival of the Lakes Wolf Lake Pavilion. Annual, free festival including nationallyknown live musical entertainment, a carnival, food vendors, 5k walk/run, splash, polka party, hot rod and custom bike show, fishing derby, Senior Day. Parking $25 No adm. chg. 219-853-6378; festivalofthelakes.com

Jul. 19-22 Winamac (Pulaski Co., North Reg.) Northern Indiana Power From the Past Antique Power Show & Flea Market Fairgrounds. Family-oriented event featuring antique farm equipment, horse pull, children’s games, large flea market, shaded grounds and many demonstrations. Adm chg. 574-946-3712; winamacpowershow.com

INDIANA

Jul. 13-14 Martinsville (Morgan Co., Central Reg.) Artie Fest Courthouse Square. Family festival, entertainment, outdoor movie, 5K, craft fair, car show, kids’ activities, cornhole, fitness competition, baby contest, inflatables and more. No adm. chg. 812-340-2162; artiefest.org

DOWNTOWN PARK

Artists and Crafters with a mix of hometown flavor!

In Indiana, there’s always a reason to celebrate. Car shows, historic reenactments, carnivals, art fairs, music festivals, county fairs – the sky’s the limit! Each year, over 640 festivals and events are held in all 92 counties from January to December. Take a look at these highlights. Visit www.IndianaFestivals.org for more information on each festival.

Festivals

MIDDLEBURY

MiddleburyFestivals.com 574-825-4300

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Jul. 27-28 Frankfort (Clinton Co., West Reg.) Frankfort Hot Dog Festival Downtown Square. Frankly the best hot dogs in the world! Great American Dog Competition. Exciting sporting events: Over the Top Tours Street Vaulting, Crossfit and Wrestling Tournaments. Dachshund racing, Disc Dog Competition, Bowser Bash Car Show, 5K Bun Run. No adm. chg. 765-654-4081; frankfortmainstreet.com Jul. 27-Aug. 4 Martinsville (Morgan Co., Central Reg.) Morgan County Fair Fairgrounds. 4-H exhibits, arts and crafts, demolition derby, free entertainment, tractor pull, live music, fair food, carnival rides, livestock, merchant vendors. No adm. chg. 765-342-9905; morgancountyindianafair.org Jul. 28 Corydon (Harrison Co., South Reg.) Bluegrass on the Square Downtown square. Enjoy bluegrass music as the downtown square of Historic Corydon comes alive this summer! Bring your lawn chairs or blanket. 4-8 pm. The concert is free. No adm. chg. 888-738-2137; thisisindiana.org Jul. 28 Greenfield (Hancock Co., Central Reg.) Pennsy Trail Art Fair & Music Festival Downtown Greenfield on Courthouse Plaza. Artists and food vendors. Live entertainment. MHP Grand Prix Race, adult big wheel race. Adm. chg. for race. No adm. chg. 317-462-2877; mentalhealthpartnershc.com

Jul. 28 West Lafayette (Tippecanoe Co., West Reg.) Tippecanoe Steam and Gas Power Show Tippecanoe County Amphitheater. Working show with tractors, gas engines and demonstrations throughout the day. Flea market and food. No adm. chg. 219-984-5936; tsgpai.org Aug. 2-5 Nappanee (Elkhart Co., North Reg.) Amish Acres Arts and Crafts Festival Amish Acres. 300+ vendors demonstrate their trade and sell their wares. Family-style Threshers dinner in the century old barn and guided tour of the historic house and farm. Adm chg. 800-800-4942; amishacres.com Aug. 2-5 Jasper (Dubois Co., South Reg.) Jasper Strassenfest Downtown and Citywide. Family-oriented street festival with German music, food, dancing, rides, games, beer garden, 5k run/walk, craft and wine show, events, entertainment and much more. No adm. chg. 812-482-6866; jasperstrassenfest.org Aug. 2-4 Oakland City (Gibson Co., South Reg.) Oakland City Lion’s Sweet Corn Festival Wirth Park. Celebrate corn! Something for everyone. A parade, music, food vendors, fried chicken and pork chop dinners then top it off with a corn eating contest. No adm. chg. 812-677-0728; gibsoncountyin.org

To view the 2018 Indiana Festival Guide™, visit www.IndianaFestivals.org

Aug. 3-19 Indianapolis (Marion Co., Central Reg.) Indiana State Fair Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center. Each August, the Indiana State Fair returns to honor youth, agriculture and education in an entertaining and fun experience. Adm chg. 317-927-7500; indianastatefair.com Aug. 3-12 Crown Point (Lake Co., North Reg.) Lake County Fair Fairgrounds. Daily horse shows, entertainment for all ages, thousands of exhibits, carnival rides, food and vendors of all types. Adm chg. 219-663-3617; lake-county-fair.com Aug. 4 Noblesville (Hamilton Co., Central Reg.) Art Fair on the Square Courthouse Square. Enjoy historic downtown Noblesville with juried artists, all painting mediums, sculpture,pottery, jewelry & more. Art experience for kids. Food available. No adm. chg. 317-289-5235; hcaa-in.org Aug. 4 Peru (Miami Co., East Reg.) Grissom Air Museum Warbird Cruise-In Grissom Air Museum. Huge car show, food, vendors. Museum open. Adm chg. 574-398-1451; grissomairmuseum.com Aug. 4 Shipshewana (LaGrange Co., North Reg.) Shipshewana Antique Festival Antique Market with over 50 vendors on grassy areas around the winding sidewalks. Shipshewana Steam & Tractor Show, working demonstrations, food and more! 8am-4pm. No adm. chg. 260-768-4129; visitshipshewana.org

The Blues at the Crossroads SEPT

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16 Midwestern

Blues and Rock bands Concessions & beer garden – NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINK ALLOWED –

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general admission just $10 Children under 16yrs FREE // 1/2 price Military, Firefighters, Police and all ISU Students, Staff, Faculty

www.bluesatthecrossroads.com

The best music event in Terre Haute feel the energy

shake it out blues madness

Aug. 10-12 Elkhart (Elkhart Co., North Reg.) Elkhart RiverWalk Grand Prix Downtown. Bringing kart racing once again to the streets of Indiana. Join us on the riverwalk for racing, kids’ zone and free concerts. No adm. chg. 574-294-5471; elkhartgp.com Aug. 10-11 Scottsburg (Scott Co., South Reg.) Pig Roast in the Park Beechwood Park. Enjoy great music, food, craft booths, kids’ games, fireworks, sporting and various activities. Fun for the whole family. No adm. chg. 812-752-9211; greatscottindiana.com

Aug. 11 Shelbyville (Shelby Co., Central Reg.) Big Blue BBQ Fairgrounds. New festival! World-class KCBS BBQ teams compete in this sanctioned event, while local BBQers serve up tasty treats. No adm. chg. 317-398-9623; bigbluebarbeque.com

Aug. 24-25 Scottsburg (Scott Co., South Reg.) Leota Country Frolic Downtown. If you’ve never been to the Leota Country Frolic then you’ve missed out! Once you go, you know! Bluegrass, fish and all kinds of great food. No adm. chg. 812-752-9211; greatscottindiana.com

Aug. 16-19 Greensburg (Decatur Co., South Central Reg.) Greensburg Power of the Past Fairgrounds. Annual machinery display and demonstrations. Oliver & Case feature tractor.Flea markets, food booths, kids’ games, toy show, parade, entertainment and more $3 gate fee Adm chg. 812-663-7869; greensburgpowerofthepast.com

INDIANA

Aug. 10-11 Anderson (Madison Co., East Reg.) Dan Patch Festival Hoosier Park Racing & Casino. Signature harness racing event, family-friendly activities and more. Dining and drink specials available. Free admission. 800-526-7223; hoosierpark.com

Aug. 18-19 Michigan City (LaPorte Co., North Reg.) Lubeznik Art Festival Lubeznik Center for the Arts. 80 contemporary artists and galleries will exhibit their work. Enjoy great food, a full schedule of family art activities and creative happenings all weekend long. Adm chg. 219-874-4900; lubeznikcenter.org

Aug. 8-12 Tell City (Perry Co., South Reg.) Schweizer Fest City Hall Park. Amusement rides, games, food, beer garden, wine tasting, exhibit market, live entertainment nightly, talent show, queen pageant, road run, baby contest, golf event. No adm. chg. 888-343-6262; tellcityschweizerfest.com

Aug. 10-11 DeMotte (Jasper Co., North Reg.) Touch of Dutch Festival Spencer Park. Fri. and Sat. of fun with a parade, arts and crafts, food and family entertainment! No adm. chg. 219-987-5800; DemotteChamber.org/touch-of-dutch

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Aug. 8-11 Delphi (Carroll Co., West Reg.) 163rd Annual Old Settlers Festival Historic Downtown Square. Enjoy carnival rides, games, food and more. Live music and entertainment nightly. 163rd Annual Old Settlers meeting Sat. No adm. chg. 765-564-6757; carrollcountyindiana.com

Aug. 24-25 Sulphur Springs (Henry Co., East Reg.) Sulphur Springs Community Days and Mud Bog Downtown. Two-day event. Car show, vendors, musical entertainment, bingo. Mud Bog main event Sat. night, $5 adm. chg. Trucks and ATVs eligible. Rules to enter on FB page. No adm. chg. 765-524-4669; fb.com/sulphurcommunitydays

Aug. 17-19 Elwood (Madison Co., East Reg.) Elwood Glass Festival Callaway Park. Arts, crafts, food, entertainment, glass factory tours, quilt show, carnival, car show, contests, parade, more. No adm. chg. 765-552-0180; elwood-in.com/chamber-home

Aug. 25 Carmel (Hamilton Co., Central Reg.) Artomobilia Carmel Arts & Design District. Enjoy automotive art while embracing the artwork of local galleries. See the design and presentation of iconic automobiles. No adm. chg. 317-571-2787; carmelartsanddesign.com

Aug. 17-18 Madison (Jefferson Co., South Central Reg.) Madison Ribberfest BBQ & Blues Riverfront. Fabulous blues music with nationally known performers. Riverboat rides, 5k walk/run and bike ride. Concrete pigs, rib eating fun and a pig toss game. Adm chg. 800-559-2956; madisonribberfest.com

To download the 2018 Indiana Festival Guide™, visit www.IndianaFestivals.org

Take a Look Inside the Heartland

indianabaconfestival.com

#INBaconFest

ON THE SQUARE

Gates Open

3pm Take a Look at Lake Freeman in the Summer time

866.374.6813 CarrollCountyChamber.com

Festival Closes

11pm

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