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I also have a confession. Before this issue was organized, I had no idea what a labyrinth was. So contributing writer, Julie Norris Price educated me in her article, P. 10. Now I can’t wait to go experience one for myself. I also had no idea Ernest Hemingway lived in Cuba. Thank you, Renée Gordon for enlightening us on that topic. See P. 14. And who would have ever thought it takes so many complicated underground pipes to control a simple colorful water fountain? See Robin O’Neal Smith’s article on P. 78 Like I said before, my writers took this issue seriously and found some really exciting stories to share. So what is your story? What happened first or behind the scenes in your hometown that makes it worth visiting? Is there a festival or some type of celebration to commemorate the event? We want to hear all about it! Let’s start a list and see if we can find out where our favorite, food came from, or favorite brand is made, or a famous celebrity that was born “somewhere.” Lots to discover this Fall. So let’s go. . .
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Our staff group media trip across Missouri started in St. Louis and ended up in St. Joe, home of the Pony Express. Read where it all began on P. 38
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This month through our travels, staff members went search ing for the history behind those stories, where it all began in the first place and what occured behind the scenes of what we see and know today. I personally discovered several “first” items which have been attributed to individual residents liv ing in the Quad Cities. See P. 20.
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In preparing this issue, I have come to the realization that every village, town, city, county or countryside has a story. Somebody somewhere did something first in every location. It might have been an invention or discovery. It could have been a competition participant. It could be a record breaker. Whatever the case may be, if you explore back far enough you will be able to discover the interesting stories of how, when or why the occasion occured and what made them well-known or even famous for their indeavors.
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House Art Auction since 2017. Kladpetch won the first jury show at The Art Association of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania in sculpture category in 2019 and she recently participated in Artist residency at Chateau D’ Orquevaux in France 2019.
ExtendedWeekendGetaways ~ September, 2022 San Francisco-based multimedia artist Sasinun (“Sasi”) Klad petch (http://www.sasinun. com/) is carving out a name for herself in the art and design world as she explores the inter section of the natural world and the man-made structures that inhabit it, using natural sources such as clay, concrete, plaster, dirt, and plants as her medi ums.Sasi’s next big project is the reveal of her permanent art installation that will reside in the lobby of brand-new the LINE HOTEL San Francisco (950 Market Street), which is set to open at the end of September. We would love to set up an interview with you and Sasi to discuss further. At the kinetic intersection where SoMa, Union Square and Tenderloin converge, the LINE SF will endeavor to reflect the complex history, culture, and spirit of the city by exploring the juxta position of 21st century technology and design with the urban grittiness of this historic neighborhood.
Sasi took this vision to heart and made it her mis sion to include the locals into the project – asking via her social media for people in the surrounding neighborhood to send her the dirt and soil from their backyards for her to incorporate into the in stallation. And people delivered! All different kinds of material showed up on her doorstep and she found interesting and unique ways to incorporate the natural material into her art which will be dis played upon the lobby walls of the hotel entrance. She also made sure to attribute the materials to each of the community members who donated from their own backyards, truly bringing the community together for the project.Bornand raised in Bangkok, Thailand. Kladpetch received her Bachelor’s degree in Deco rative Art at Silpakorn Univer sity, Bangkok, Thailand. In 2016 she graduated with a Master’s degree from San Francisco Art Institute, California. Her works reflect the beauty of nature that has been hidden among urban living and has been exhibited at DZINE Gallery and throughout San Francisco. Kladpetch has also been featured in solo exhibitions and group shows at Hang Art Gallery, San Francisco, Sanchez Art Hospitalitytheworksnatedothers.les,LosHStudio,GallerySMAartCenter,&andGalleryAngeamongShedoselecttoannual
Sasi’s pieces are truly beautiful handmade sculp tures that serve as high end wall art instillations, and elevated home décor/pottery. We would love to set up an interview with you and Sasi to talk about her newest installation at the LINE SF as well as her work as an artist and designer.
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Note to self #2: Remember this is a large hotel. So take advantage of lug gage service. While there are conven ient elevators, the hallway can be an extra step or two or 10 than one may be accustomed to.
French Lick, IN at least five years ago or more on a travel media marketplace where I visit partic ipating Convention and Visitors Centers who offer information about their destination. It was one of the first ones I had been to and the beautiful French Lick Resort caught my attention. Home to two AAA Four-Diamond nationally historic hotels, three golf courses, two world-class spas, a casino and multiple onsite dining establish ments, it immediately went to the top of my bucket list. So plans began, a schedule was set, and health issues got in the way. We postponed. Weather problems came along. Again we postponed. Family, work, holi days, unscheduled detours, major moves and more health issues got calendar dates postponed. I did not give up and finally succeeded in visting this beautiful resort. It was honestly worth the wait and I’m so very glad I did not give up onThereschedules.delayfor me was an actual blessing because I was able to visit along with my Places-to-Go editor and Sports editor and family. For me it was much more fun to travel with loved ones rather than alone.
Upon arriving at West Baden Springs Hotel, we noticed a circular shaded porch lined with wel coming rocking chairs.
The guys were already on the Pete Dye Golf course, one of three available. So there was time to get settled in our luxurious room and explore. Once called the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” the fo cal point of West Baden Springs Hotel is an awe-inspiring atrium that spans 200 feet. It lights up at night for a relaxing and peaceful (or even a romantic) experience.
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Note to self #1: Be sure to take time to relax and simply enjoy the scenery. Since this area is a bit hilly for Indiana, the driveway guided us around to the back of the resort for checking in. Valet service was readily available to help with luggage and parked our car for us. Checking in was a very smooth and efficient process. It was im mediately evident that friendly service is a key ingredient for employees. They treated us like family and the conversation made me feel like we had known them for years. No uncaring staff at this destination.
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Learn more about its history by clicking on the photo above. Mixing comfortable ambiance with modern amenities, I learned the hotel was built more than century ago and is listed on the national register of historic places.
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yards from the back tees (you may need your passport to play from there), it features six other sets of tees making it playable by golfers of every skill level. And skill is the operative word here.
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I’ve got good news and bad news. The good news is the course is fairly open; there aren’t many trees for Mr. Dimples (nickname for golf ball) to rest in the shade of or to hide behind. And there are no double dogleg par 5s to try to steer through. What a relief, right?
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Wrong! You see, this course is built on the hilltop of the highest point in Indiana (I think you can actually see Kentucky from there). Because of this, not only are the greens undulating, the fairways are too. And it’s intense; up, down, right, left; if you were navigating water instead of land, you’d need something for sea sickness. And these wave-tossed fairways are narrow; so narrow that I saw the right rough and the left rough holding hands on one hole (I may be exaggerating). And, if that weren’t enough, there are these sinister-looking sand traps called “volcano” bunkers. You see, on some of the more elevated hills, they’ve chopped off the top, dug a deep hole, and filled it with sand. But, unlike a true volcano, it doesn’t erupt. You do with an “Oh no. What do I do now?” But I don’t say all of these things to discourage you. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. All of these things make it the most exciting and wondrous golfing adventure I’ve ever experienced. It’s something that I will never forget and always treasure. For more information or to make reservations, visit https:// www.frenchlick.com/
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Things to Do: Walk the Labyrinth
History of Labyrinths Labyrinths were initially connected to Greek legends and symbolized fear and an over whelming sense of evil. Christianity adopted the lab yrinth, which took on a cosmic and religious significance. Its geometric perfection was con sidered flawless, with the circle symbolizing divine unity with no beginning or end. With the unique alteration of superim posing the cross in the center, this style of labyrinth multiplied worldwide. It’s referred to as the Chartres-type labyrinth. Chartres Cathedral Chartres Cathedral, located in Notre-Dame de Chartres, France, was built around 1214 during the Gothic period. Dur ing the Crusades, the pilgrim age to the Holy City of Jerusa-
If you want to collect expe riences instead of “stuff,” you will find labyrinths a unique and exciting experience to add to your travels throughout the United States and abroad. Per fect for families, couples, and solo travelers, walking a laby rinth is enriching for mind and body.
The Tamarindo Labyrinth, located on the outskirts of the beach town acaste,Guan- is the yrinth.largestworld’slab-The winding path runs 1.7 miles from start to finish. There is no set prescription to walk a labyrinth. Griet Depypere, the owner of Tamarindo Labyrinth, said walking a labyrinth gives you a sense of bliss and freedom. You must sense your body, don’t think aboutManyit.religions and cultures today use the ancient practice of labyrinth walking, such as Christianity, Buddhism, Jewish, and Pagan. With a wide variety of settings, labyrinths are located at hospitals, churches, backyards, and beaches for spiritual centering, contemplation, and prayer.
September, 2022 ~ ExtendedWeekendGetaways | -11lem was perilous and difficult. One of seven European cathedrals designated “Jerusalem” by The Church, Chartres Cathedral became the final stage of a pilgrimage. Some pilgrims completed the labyrinth on their knees to gain forgiveness and as an act of repentance. Most people couldn’t read, so the sacred geometry of the labyrinth imparted significant Church doctrine. Chartres is the most famous medieval labyrinth. As a young traveler and with the ignorance of youth, I visited Chartres Cathedral and walked the labyrinth. It’s one of the most-walked labyrinths today.
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Studying labyrinths is a new interest and pastime for me. Learning the maker’s style, choice of materials, and design for their labyrinth is fascinating. More than spiritual traditions, scheduling a labyrinth stop gives a unique purpose to visiting a destination.Labyrinth materials may include travertine marble, rocks, stones, bushes, or cacti.
Why Visit Labyrinths
A labyrinth used for walking meditation is a single spiral path from the outside into the center of a large circle. Here are some of the benefits. • quiet and unwind the mind • calm your anxieties•recover balance in your life • creativityenhance•encourage meditation•gain insight • self-reflection • stress reduction Labyrinths Today Labyrinths are no longer evil and are symbols of peace. They are symbols for pilgrims and are part of their religious journey. The world’s largest labyrinth is in Costa Rica and is publicized as a spiritual theme park.
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Walking a labyrinth is wholesome entertainment for families with children. Treat ing it like a game is not dis respectful to express joy and haveYoufun.don’t have to be a be liever in any religion to par ticipate.Inmany cases, the labyrinth is free and is open 24/7.
How to Walk a Labyrinth There is no right or wrong way to walk a labyrinth. Children may go in and out many times as they run and play. Some people spend 15 minutes; others may spend an hour as they meditate and observe or pray. At the opening or mouth of the labyrinth, pause to focus on your intention of mindfulness. Reflect on the purpose of your walk. If you are looking for a solution to a problem, want to receive inspi ration, or let go of a burden, do so when you reach the center. If you encounter other people going in the opposite direction, step off the path and allow them toAfterpass.pausing in the center, retrace your steps, always moving forward until you reach the mouth. Finish with some ac knowledgment–mine is “Fini.”
The Labyrinth Society Labyrinth lovers make up The Labyrinth Society. Members from all over the world volun teer to support their mission as a non-profit organization. Re gional and national events bring together labyrinth enthusiasts for meaningful events like birthday parties, weddings, and forums for connecting with other enthu siasts.The Labyrinth Society pro motes further understanding of the labyrinth as a tool for person al and community transforma tion with a higher level of human awareness. They offer expertise in education, networking, and sharing opportunities for experi encing change. World Labyrinth Day
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Pro Tip: Plan your visit for early morning or late afternoon when the day’s heat has passed. I walked quickly on my most recent visit because of the tri ple-digit heat.
Cost and Open Hours
In many cases, labyrinths are open to the public, with set hours, and are free. Those on private property may not be open to the public, and others may be availa ble by appointment. Use The Lab yrinth Society’s locator to learn everything you need to know for your visit.
Final Thoughts
On the first Saturday of May yearly, thousands worldwide participate in moving meditation for world peace and celebrate the labyrinth experience. The Laby rinth Society sponsors this annual event. Find a Labyrinth Near Me The Labyrinth Locator is a project of The Labyrinth Society and Veriditas, which is a database of worldwide labyrinths. This easy-to-use database (I only enter the city and state on their search page) serves up all the public and private labyrinths in the area with contact information, hours, and more. The database is a great tool when planning a visit; you can keep it updated with your contributions after your visit. What a great family project!
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I discovered that you can’t get lost in a labyrinth. Three times on a recent walk, I thought I might not have followed the path correctly. However, after a brief hesitation, I realized the simplic ity of the course and its purpose. Keep moving forward toward the center and forward when you are retracing your steps. There are no dead ends—only one way in and one way out. Fini
Going Global Havanna, Hemingway, Art Cuba’s Greatest Export
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Cuba is like a kaleido scope with fixed elements that are always expand ing and morphing into something equally spec tacular and a constant surprise. Cuba’s greatest export has always been its culture. Think Gloria Estefan, Desi Arnez, Celia Cruz, Mojitos and the rumba, and we begin to realize that visiting Cuba is like spending time with an old friend. In 1492 Christopher Columbus “discovered” an island he named Juana on his first voyage. Now known as Cuba, a variant of Cubanascan, which is the name given by the indigenous people. Cuba is actually a 776-mile long archi pelago set amidst thousands of smaller islands. Geographical ly it is 112-miles from Florida and 50 miles from Jamaica. It is comprised of beaches, marshes, mountains, plains and tropical forests, and is situated between North and South America at the mouth of the Gulf of Mexico. The dominant culture is Spanish but evidence of African, Chinese and other Europeans’ profound cultural influence on Cuba’s art, architecture, cuisine, religion and music is pervasive. The first settlement was found ed in 1511, the same year Taino Chief Hatuey led a rebel lion against the Spanish re sulting in his being burned at the stake. In 1512, the King of Spain officially sanctioned African slavery and by 1555 their number exceeded 750. Ultimately, more than a million slaves were brought to Cuba and by 1830 the Black popula tion outnumbered that of whites. Their labor made Cuba the world’s leading sugar manufacturer at
Fidel Castro is interred here in a tomb carved from rock from his headquarters in the Sierra Maestra Mountains, as well as the ashes of José Martí, national hero, poet and revolutionary. Martí’s 85-ft. tall, hexagonal mausoleum sits upon soil from every Latin American country, and an impressive chang ing of the guard ceremony takes place daily.
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Theodore Roosevelt solidified his reputation during the Span ish American War by recruiting a group of amateurs he dubbed “The Rough Riders” to fight. On July 1, 1898, “The Rough Riders” and the 10th Cavalry of the US Colored Troops — the Buffalo Sol diers — charged up San Juan Hill, leading to a decisive Spanish de feat. The Buffalo Soldier’s contri bution has gone largely unnoticed. Today the hill is covered with monuments, the centerpieces of which are a centennial monument and a reproduction blockhouse. Santiago is known as the “Cra dle of the Revolution,”significantbecauseevents took place there. The Cuban Rev olution began with urbaninformalresistance and was unified on July 26, 1953 when Fidel Castro led 150 rebels to attack Moncada Fort. Bullet holes are still visible on the exterior. Four years later, Castro announced victory from the balcony of City Hall. The heart of San tiago is Céspedes Park, built according to the law at the time, surrounded by the cathe dral, town hall and homes of the wealthy. The existing cathedral dates from 1727, and is a mixture of architectural styles. Of particu lar note is a statue of Columbus in a niche inside.
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September, 2022 ~ ExtendedWeekendGetaways | -15every stage of production before being abolished in 1886. There are nine UNESCO World Heritage sites in the country. San tiago de Cuba, one of the earliest settlements, was established by Diego Velázquez de Cellar on June 28, 1514. Both Hernán Cortés and Hernando de Soto embarked on expeditions from Santiago, and from 1522-89 it was the colony’s capital.Thepremiere site in the city is the UNESCO inscribed Castillo San Pedro de la Roca, the 17th century fortress. The cliff side structure, designed by Giovanni Antonelli is considered “the most complete, best-pre served example RenaissancebasedmilitarySpanish-Americanofarchitecture,onItaliananddesign principles.” Tours include museum rooms and outdoor areas accessed by a series of stone steps and ramparts. The views are incredible and include the Sierra Maestra Mountains in which revo lutionaries were headquartered. Northwest of the city is Santa Ifigenia Cemetery, founded in 1868 and named after an Ethiopi an saint. The cemetery is replete with magnificent marble mausole ums, monuments and gravesites.
The house has Moorish elements and a cedar roof. Velazquez’s office was on the ground floor. Santiago is considered one of Cuba’s most afro centic cities, and the annual carnival puts Afro-Cu ban culture on display. The carnival dates from the late 1600s, and includes, parades, performances and the official dance, the conga.
Possibly the oldest home in the country, the 151630 home of Diego Velazquez is now a museum.
The luxury Hotel Nacional de Cuba was built in 1930 by Americans for Americans, now it represents a bea con of Cuban heritage and culture. On the exterior, it is nearly an exact copy of The Breakers in Florida. Self-guided tours are free, and many of the rooms have exhibits of artwork, mem orabilia and photographs. Do not pass up a Mojito on the portico facing the bay. Sculptor José Rodriguez Fuster built his home in Jaimanitas, an impoverished neighborhood. In spired by the Spanish architect Gaudi, his colorful works filled every surface of his house and he then began to decorate the homes of willing neighbors.
Africa House Museum is housed within a 17th-century building that was once a tobacco factory. The 1986 museum is a research center and the 2,000-object permanent collection’s exhib its relate the story of the African presence in the region and include objects gifted to Cuba from African nations. The first floor displays articles used during slavery. Santeria, (“way of the saints”), icons and other ethnographic pieces are exhibited and the museum presents a variety of educational programs. Outside of the old city there are a plethora of additional sites that round out a portrait of the country. A good place to begin is at Havana Harbor atop La Cabaña hill where a Carrera marble statue of Jesus Christ bless es the city. The 320-ton monument stands 65-ft. tall, and depicts a Latin male face. Located directly opposite the statue is the former home of Che Guevera, open to the public.
Havana has a unique menu of at tractions; so get ready to take a ride in American classic cars, sip a mojito to the vibrant music of the Buena Vis ta Social Club the country’s biggest nightclub, the internationally famous Tropicana. Prepare to be amazed.
La Habana Vieja was founded in 1519 as a Spanish settlement and in 1982 Old Havana and its Fortifications were listed as UNESCO sites. The 5-mile Malecón, a bayside promenade, connects several of the areas in the city and provides great bay views and glimpses of pastel colored buildings on winding cobblestone streets. Americans constructed the Malecón during their occupa tion of the island.
The colonial center was an important harbor in the 1600s, and tours begin in Plaza de la Catedral where Old Havana began. Five plazas, enclosed by the original walls, the Old Square (the site of the slave market) and Castillo de la Real Fuerza and the oldest standing colonial fortress in the Amer icas, are highlights. The symbol of the city is St. Christopher’s Cathedral, built in 1748 with its Latin cross floor plan, Baroque façade and Neo-Clas sical interior. Showcased inside is a statue of St. Christopher, crafted in 1636. One could spend their entire vacation examin ing the city’s architecture. Early Spanish homes adapted Moorish elements to fit the climate and use. Basically homes had thick walls, tiles and shutters. In the 1700s, rooms, central courtyards and wrought iron gills to replace the wooden ones were added. Business was conducted and slaves were quartered on the lower level, while families resided upstairs.
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purchasedHemingwayahilltophome for $12,500 in San Fran cisco de Paula, 10-miles from Havana. The home, Finca Vigia, Lookout Farm, was his residence until he left Cuba forever in 1960. Visitors cannot enter the house, but are allowed to peer in through doors and windows. Tours are self-guided and include the house, garden, tower, pool and boat. The home is filled with trophies, per sonal items, furniture, 9,000 books and his personal typewriter. His fishing boat, El Pilar, is on view near the pool. It is painted in dark colors, because Hemingway patrolled Cuba’s offshore waters hunting for Ger man U-boats. He was equipped with hand grenades, binoculars and a Thompson machine gun. In Cojimar, a tiny fishing village, Hemingway set his Pulitzer Prize winning novel, “The Old Man and the Sea.” He docked the Pilar there, and it is wide ly believed that the title character is based on his fishing guide, Gregorio Fuentes. La Terraza de Cojímar is a restaurant and bar that he frequented. In remembrance, the bar section is decorated with photographs and in the attached restaurant his table is indicated with a historical sign. Hem ingway Park houses a neo-classical pavilion with a bust of Ernest Hemingway created by villagers in his memory. He gazes contemplatively out to sea. Cuba is where passion, art and history intersect, and this is the perfect time to take in all it has to offer.
The colorful communi ty, Fusterlandia, is now a tourist tant1959.afterbutwasRevolutiondraw.Squarecreatedin1952,receiveditsnametherevolutioninThesiteisimporbecauseallsig nificant celebrations, rallies and parades are held here. The Me morial to José Martî, Cuba’s national hero, is 358-ft. tall and pro vides the best view point in Havana. A 59-ft. statue of a seated Martî is placed in front of the tower, while interior memorial displays feature portraits, artifacts, documents and a mural. A 1995 wire portrait of Che is on the exterior of the Ministry of the Interior. The bronze depiction is lit in the evenings.
Ernest Hemingway initially discovered the warmth of the Cubans in 1928 and there are five major sites on the Ernest Hemingway Trail that provide insight into what he most loved about Cuba.Hotel Ambos Mundos is a five-story, colonial-style hotel constructed in 1923. During his 1932-39 residence, Hemingway occupied room 511, now preserved as a museum. On the lobby walls are pictures of the author at various stages.Both of Hemingway’s two fa vorite Havana bars still exist, have changed little physically, and continue to serve his signature drinks. They are tourist draws but are also essential sites on the trail. La Bode guita del Medio is a local establish ment. Hemingway was known to favor the Cuban highball, a mojito, here. La Floridita is possibly the most famous of Hemingway’s haunts and is consid ered “la cuna del daiquiri” (“the cradle of the dai quiri”). No Hemingway tour is complete without a daiquiri from La Floridita. Photographs and a bust of the writer decorate the venue, and a life-sized statue of the author stands near his favorite bar stool.
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Statue of Ernest Hemingway Memorial to Jose Marti
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ture, great food and amazing things to do, the city is also blessed with a series of fantastic beaches that are only just a short drive away Whether you fancy a stroll along golden sands, a spot of rock pooling, some wild swimming or a go at a more strenuous type of watersport, beachside fun and relaxation is easily reachable during a Belfast city break.
Just a few minutes out of the city, the shores of Belfast Lough offer promenades, small har bours, marinas and shoreline walks just perfect for taking in the fresh sea air. There are also several beaches to enjoy around the lough, with Helen’s Bay, the closest and one of the most picturesque.
Just 15 minutes away by car from the city centre or not much longer by public transport, this first-rate beach is on the edge of Crawfordsburn Country Park, County Down. Wild swimming is popular here, and the wooded headlands, meadows, a coffee shop, scenic coastal walks and good facilities make a lovely backdrop.Thoselooking for solitude should head to a lovely inlet on the tip of the Islandmagee pen insula, about 45 minutes north-east of Belfast. The horseshoe-shaped Browns Bay in County Antrim is covered in white sand and surrounded by pastoral farmlands. A perfect location for picnics, walking, swimming, windsurfing or just enjoy ing the great outdoors.
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Heading south from Belfast by car will bring you to the glorious Blue Flag-awarded Tyrella Beach in Dun drum Bay. Overlooked by the nearby Mourne Mountains – Northern Ire land’s highest range – this mile-long sandy expanse invites brisk walks and rejuvenating dips when the tide rolls in.
Park Bay near Ballintoy is ide al for relaxing strolls, while the curving Blue Flagged West Strand in the seaside resort of Portrush is a hotspot for Northern Ireland’s surfers. The local surf shops can easily fit you up with board and wetsuit rentals.
The East Strand at Portrush is home to Whiterocks Beach, which is backed by limestone cliff faces. An iconic image of North ern Ireland, the medieval ruin of Dunluce Castle overlooks the sands. This is a fantastic beach for any activity, but is especially good for surfers, body boarders and surf kayakers. www.ireland.com
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Twenty minutes further along the County Down coastline, the Mourne Mountains also frame the stunning Murlough Beach, which con nects to the National Trust-protected Murlough Bay Nature Reserve. The 6,000-year-old dune system within the reserve was used as a film lo cation in Game of Thrones®. Go for a walk or jog along the delightful sandy coastline, then finish off with a coffee at Murlough House. Anyone up for a slightly longer drive out of Belfast will be rewarded with the exquisite beaches of the famous Causeway Coastal Route, which leads to the UNESCO World Heritage site of the oraBridgeCarrick-a-RedeBushmillsCauseway,Giant’stheOldDistillery,Ropeandapleth-ofothertop-line attractions.
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S.Patrick Allie, director of the Rock Island Arsenal Museum
The Rock Island Arsenal is a major Army installation that is the home to more than 80 tenant organizations that provide critical products and services to all of our Armed Services. It employs more than 6,000 military, civilian and contractor personnel. The tack bench, sometimes called a stitch pony. is one of those items made here. This is what a saddle maker would use to hold the leather as he worked on it. Avery primitive item, it was used in the 1800s.
Sowhat does sliced bread, Whitey’s hard dip ice cream, Boetje’s mustard, Dairy Queen soft serve, the John Deere farm plow, a saddle/harness/leather maker’s bench. and Buffalo Bill all have in com mon? They were all born in the Quad Cities. Made up of Davenport, Moline, Rock Island, and Betten dorf, two cities are located near the Mississippi River in Iowa and the other two across the river in Illinois.Onarecent hosted media visit, I had the pleasure of learning so much about this delightful area and I can definately predict I will be returning for more fun. An added bonus was Moline celebrating its 150 sesquicentennial anniversary of incorporation. Since its founding, many famous people have been connected to Moline. There was so much to see and do. Here are only a few of the places we visited, the products we learned about and the people we met.
Even though my home state of Missouri claims Chillicothe to be the home of sliced bread, I learned the actual machine was made here. The commercial bread-slicing machine was designed and manufactured in 1928 by Otto Frederick Rohwedder (18801960). Chillicothe was the first location to “sell” sliced bread upon using the machine. It was also used to slice loaves of fresh bakery bread at Korn’s Bakery, in Rohwedder’s home town of Davenport, Iowa, beginning in late 1928.
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John Deere John Deere developed the first successful self-scouring steel plow. The plows being used by pioneer farmers of the day were cast iron, cumbersome and ineffective for cutting and turning the prairie soil. Made in 1837, he used an old sawmill blade for the plow’s cutting part and shaped by bending it over a log. By 1846, Deere was selling up to 1000 a year. The business was first incorporated as Deere & Company in 1868 in Moline, IL and has remained the national headquarters of John Deere tractors ever since.During the Moline 150th anniversary festival, Mischa A. Hooker, shown above right in front of the combine, graciously portrayed the character of John Deere for the first time. He is a continuing lecturer of Classics at Augustana College in Rock Island. The John Deere Pavilion exhibits various eras of equipment and offers free admission. john-deere/pavilwww.deere.com/en/connect-with-john-deere/visit-https://ion/
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Whitey’s Ice Cream Chester “Whitey” Lindgren established Whitey’s Ice Cream in 1933 in Moline, who received his nickname due to his white-blonde hair. An early-on hire of a 15year- old Bob Tunberg turned into close friendship. Bob and his wife, Norma, wound up purchasing the company in 1953. Their two sons grew up learning the business and are now co-owners. It was not a multiple locations establishment until the late 1970s and has grown to eight store locations in the Quad Cities. They are known for creating the first chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream. Through the years, various unique flavors have been added including Cameo (right) where all proceeds go to Veterans.
Founded in 1889 by German immigrant Fred Boetje, , this stone ground and wood aged sauce was made from an Old World recipe. Mr. Boetje found American food to be a bit “bland.” He even called it “puny” and proceeded to spice it up with his homemade mustard. He then took a ladle and went door to door to fill custom er’s jars for a nickel each. It is still the same recipe today. Please Turn to
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In 1969, they experimented with plain shakes and were the first to ad candy or cookies into the mix. They started with the Butterfinger candy bar. In 1970, the company invented the malt machine that is still used nationwide today.
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The Kropp family purchased the business in 1983 and have run it since. Will is the current owner with his son, Harrison, serving as production manager. They showed us around and allowed us to taste the three most popular flavors. I liked the original. Others liked the honey mustard. Now the mustard is available in over 27 states and locally is in many Quad Cities stores and restaurants. Winning awards since 2008, Boetje’s “Dutch” Stone Ground Mustard emerged as the Grand Champion at the 2016 Worldwide Mustard competition, the first time a whole grain mustard has earned this title.
Buffalo Bill Museum Famous for his Wild West Shows, William Frederick Cody was born in 1846 in Le Claire, Iowa. He was only 11 when he started working and became a rider for the Pony Express at the tender age of 15. He served the Union, then later served as a civillian scout for the Army. Buffalo Bill’s legend began to spread when he was only 23. As he began performing in shows that displayed cowboy themes, fame grew. He founded his own Buffalo Bill’s Wil West in 1883. The museum in LeClaire tells his story.
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Dairy Queen In 1938, near Moline, Illinois, J.F. McCullough and his son, Alex, developed the delicious dairy product millions have come to know as Dairy Queen soft serve. The McCulloughs’ innovation was the beginning of today’s system of more than 5,700 Dairy Queen and Dairy Queen/Brazier stores. The inventors of Dairy Queen’s soft-serve ice cream recipe, had been selling ice cream since they opened their store in Davenport, Iowa, in 1927.
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Along with its world-renowned maze, the Richard son Adventure Farm features a 50-foot observation tower, train rides, a carousel, picnic areas, wagon rides, a zip line, 150- and 100-foot slides, Zorbing, a petting zoo, pumpkin patch, goat feeding area, pedal kart tracks, live music on weekends, a kiddie play area, jumping pillows, pig races, air cannons, a paintball shooting gallery, indoor restrooms, a spa cious, well-stocked gift shop and wine tasting bar — the list goes on!
This year’s maze features 10.3 miles of trails across 28 acres. But with numerous points of entry and exit, the journey through the corn can be as brief or as lengthy as desired.
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Also new this year will be a craft beer tent fea turing at least three local brew varieties. Food trucks also will be on-site. And the farm’s piping hot doughnuts, fresh out of the fryer, are not to be missed.RyanRichardson said fall fun on the farm is the perfect family getaway.
Located at 909 English Prairie Road, Spring Grove, the farm will be open Thursdays through Sundays Sept. 10-Oct. 30. Cost to enter is $18 for those ages 13 and up, $16 for those ages 3 through 12, and free for those 2 and younger. Weekend pricing increases in October to $18 for ages 3 through 12 and $24 for 13 and up. Group discounts are available, as well as campfire and picnic site rentals. Visit richardson farm.com for details. more on Illinois >Click Here
Sept. 10, maze fans can trek through portraits of the five biggest stars to portray the iconic spy going all the way back to 1962’s “Dr. No.” De picted are Sean Connery, Roger Moore, Timothy Dalton, Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig. A casino, a bikini-clad Bond babe and an Aston Martin complete the“We’retheme.celebrating 60 years of James Bond mov ies,” said George Richardson, who operates the farm along with his wife, Wendy, his brother, Robert, Robert’s wife, Carol, George’s son, Ryan, and Ryan’s wife, Kristen. “It sounded fun,” he said. “They are action-packed, entertaining films, and, unless you’re a rare George Lazenby fan, we’ve got your favorite Bond covered.”
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“Even though it is the ‘world’s largest, most intri cate’ maze, those entering can choose a 10-minute, left-turns-only trail or do the whole thing in about an hour and a half,” Wendy Richardson said. “We provide maps with checkpoints. There are also three raised bridges connecting the four segments. There are no dead-ends. You can’t get lost.”
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SPRING GROVE — It’s all about 007 and the many faces of Bond, James Bond, at the Richardson Adventure Farm’s “World’s Largest” corn maze thisSaturday,year.
Robert Richardson said fall color enthusiasts will delight in an added feature to this year’s regular ad venture farm offerings — 13 acres of sunflowers also await. Touring the sunflower fields is included in the price of admission. Cut flowers will be available for purchase at $1 a stem for single flowers or $4 for multi-branched flowers.
“We really do have something for everyone,” he said. “We love seeing the smiles on kids’ faces as they take it all in.”
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Monroe Lake will dive into the history of several local cemeteries during two open houses. The events are part of Salt Creek Valley History Week, a celebration of the Salt Creek Valley’s past that runs Sept. 10 to 16. The first open house on Sept. 10 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. will share information on three small cemeteries that are located south of Monroe Lake in Hoosier National Forest and named after the Hays family. The open house will be at the Paynetown Activity Center, 4850 S. State Road 446 in Bloomington.Ifyou have photos, documents, stories, or other records pertaining to people buried in one of the Hays cemeteries, Monroe Lake naturalist Jill Vance encourages you to bring them to contribute to the park’s history. Vance will be able to digitally scan items during the open house, so you can keep your original records. On Sept. 11 from 10 to 11:30 a.m., Monroe Lake will host a second open house, “Before the Water Rose”, at the Allens Creek Cemetery at 7650 E. Allens Creek Road in Bloomington. When Monroe Lake was constructed, seven cemeteries were relocated to create the Allens Creek Cemetery. Attendees can walk through the cemetery sections with Vance to learn about where these cemeteries were originally located, how they were moved, and hear stories about some of the people buried there.
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Susan Snider Salmon, a trained headstone restorer, will demonstrate the proper technique for safely cleaning historic grave markers. Attendees can also talk with Kel McBride, a cemetery coordinator with the Monroe County History Center, who will share the best techniques for photographing gravestone details. For further information on these open houses, as well as a list of other programs scheduled during Salt Creek Valley History Week, see bit.ly/SCVhistoryweek2022. Both open houses are free to attend; however, an entrance fee of $7 per vehicle with Indiana license plate and $9 per vehicle with out-of-state plate applies for Paynetown SRA. Questions should be directed to the Paynetown Activity Center at 812-837-9967. For more >ClickIndianaonHere
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from rock music, American history and pop culture – in Indianapolis for a one-of-a-kind event leading into the 2022 NFL season. For the first time, the exhibit will include unique, historic Colts artifacts and memorabilia –including game-worn uniforms and equipment, autographed items and more – from Indianapolis andTheBaltimore.eveningalso will feature a concert by The Jim Irsay Band, a band “which has never ex isted and will never exist again.” Led by Irsay on vocals, the band includes Mike Wanchic on guitar (John Mellencamp), Mike Mills on bass (founding member of R.E.M), Tom Bukovac on guitar (has played on over 700 albums with major artists), Kenny Wayne Shepherd on guitar (fivetime GRAMMY® nominated), Kenny Aronoff on drums (Sir Paul McCartney, Mellencamp, The Rolling Stones, Sting, Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson) and Michael Ramos on keyboards (Mellencamp, Los Lonely Boys, Patti Griffin, Paul Simon).
When: Friday, Sept. 9 from 7-10 PM Where: Lucas Oil Stadium, 500 S. Capitol Ave. The Jim Irsay Collection is highlighted by instruments and items owned and used by the greatest artists in music history, including Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Prince, James Brown, Eric Clapton, Sir Elton John, Johnny Cash, Jerry Gar cia, Les Paul, David Gilmour, Jim Morrison, Pete Town shend, Jimi Hendrix, Janis
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tion to preserve, protect and share historic arti facts with others in hopes of telling stories of our shared past and culture and inspiring people to dream big and strive for great things in life,” Irsay said. “I am only a steward of this collection, so it’s my job to share it with as many people as I can. That’s why we’re especially excited to share this special evening with our friends, fans and neigh bors right here in Indianapolis.”
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Joplin, Kurt Cobain, John Coltrane, The Edge and other icons, as well as signed photos, handwritten lyrics, and other historic music memorabilia. In 2022, Guitar Magazine specifically highlighted his collection of guitars as “The Greatest Guitars on Earth.” Outside of music, the collection includes such historic items as: • An 1823 William J. Stone printing of the Declaration of In dependence, one of the first exact “facsimiles” of the final signed document;• Renowned American author Jack Kerouac’s original 119-foot On the Road scroll; The original manuscript for Alcoholics Anonymous’ Big Book, the organization’s founding document; • The original 1777 Continental Congress proclamation designating Thanksgiving as a na tional holiday; Handwritten documents and artifacts from women’s suffrage pioneer Susan B. Anthony; • A Jackie Robinson game-used bat from 1953 (the founding year of the Colts); • Muhammad Ali’s 1965 first walk out robe that bore his new name, and his boxing shoes from the 1975 “Thrilla’ in Manilla” vs. Joe Fra zier;• Artifacts and signed documents from numerous U.S. Presidents, including George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin D. Roosevelt, John F. Kennedy andItemsothers.have been displayed at the U.S.’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, The Metropolitan Muse um of Art (The Met), The Lincoln Memorial, the world-famous Beverly Hills Hotel, and the Indiana State Museum; as well as at The Centre Pompidou (Paris), the British Library (London), Auditorium Parco della Musica (Rome) and other locations around the world. For photos of the collection (photos courtesy of the Indianapolis Colts), visit here.
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Tom “Bear River” Smith was hired as the first marshal. He was a huge man who passed an ordinance that disallowed guns in town and enforced the law with his fists. A rancher killed a neighbor and hid in his home and Smith and his deputy went to arrest him. Smith was wounded, the deputy fled and the rancher decapitated him with an axe.The town then appointed Wild Bill Hickok as marshal specifically for his marksmanship and two-gun shooting skills. Hickok was born in Illinois where his family farm was an Underground Railroad Station. He left home and eventually moved to Kansas where he joined the antislavery movement as a Jayhawker. He served in the Union Army as a scout and sharpshooter and honed his shootingHickok’sskills.Abilene base was the Alamo Saloon and from there he managed to maintain the peace. In the latter part of 1871 several men decided to kill Hick ok. One of them, Phil Coe, shot at the marshal and Hickok killed him where he stood. Seeing someone running up to him in the dark he shot and killed him too. The second man was his good friend and deputy Marshall Mike McWilliams. Hickok never got over the loss and never had another shootout. When he left Abilene he moved to Deadwood where he was
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Abilene, Kansas entered the nation’s conscious in a monumental way immediately prior to the Civil War. Timothy and Eliza Hersey settled the city on the Smoky River’s north shore, originally known as Mud Creek, in 1858. They named it Abilene, “city of the plains”, after a Bible verse. The Butterfield Stage Line established its initial terminus, later a Butter field Overland Stage Line station, and the couple were employed to provide food for travelers and workers. The station consisted of 2 log houses, a stable and corral. With 1860.outThompsonloomingstatehoodC.H.laidthetownin
In 1867 the Kan sas Pacific Rail road came to Abilene turning the quiet town into the “Queen of the BetweenCowtowns”.Kansas1867 and 1872 more than 3-million cattle were driven along the Chisholm Trail from Texas to be shipped to eastern markets at the railhead in Abilene. The Fred Schmidt Railroad Museum inside the 1887 railroad depot allows visitors to explore railroad history and view an original working telegraph and freight room. A 100-year old steam engine with a 1919 Baldwin steam locomotive offers 2-hour excursions on the 5-mile Smoky Hill River Valley track. The ride has been deemed “One of the Best Steam Trips in the USA”. @ASVRRI Joseph McCoy erected a stockyard and a hotel and advertised Abilene as the best shipping point for cattle. In the first year nearly 40,000 cows were driven 1500-miles for shipment. Cowboys were hired for $1 a day as drovers and salary was collected at trail’s end. The town’s exploding prosperity was accompanied by an influx of characters of low rep utation. Abilene had a population of approximately 300 citizens and 40 saloons, brothels, dance halls and gambling dens.
“When I was a kid, if a guy got killed in a western wondered who got his horse.”
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shot in the back while holding a deadman’s hand, aces and eights. You can have a truly western interactive experience in Old Abilene Town. Stroll the boardwalk, have a sarsaparilla at the Old Alamo Saloon’s original bar and saunter around with gunslingers. Daily, in season shootouts, stagecoach rides, entertainment in the Alamo and annual celebratory Chisholm Trail Days are just some of the activities. For cowboy lovers there is a Wild Bill Hickok walking tour. All of Abilene’s history comes together in the Dickinson County Heritage Center. The Center consists of the Chisholm Trail Museum and seventeen other heritage buildings including a sawmill, a 1901 CW Parker Carousel and 1905 Acme Telephone Building that evolved into Sprint. Highlights of the artifacts are a replica of Hick-
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The 1870s Brookville Hotel, originally the Cowtown Café is reopening its restaurant as Legacy Kansas under the ownership of Chuck & Deanna Munson. The menu includes their award winning fried chicken dinners and Munson’s Prime steaks and burgers. Their story began in 1969 when Carl Munson emigrated from Sweden and purchased Angus cattle and today the beef con tinues to be raised on their century old farm. They have been voted “The Best Midwest Beef” by USA TODAY. @munsonprime brookvillehotelTheGeorgian
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Seelye Mansion is an architectural masterpiece constructed in 1904 for Dr. A. B. Seelye whose fortune came from his more than 100 patent medicines. His furnishingsmajoritypurchasedwifetheoftheatthe 1904 World’s Fair for the 11,000 sq. ft. mansion. The 25-room house has 11 bedrooms, a bowling alley, ballroom and original Edison light fixtures. It has been featured on the MedicineSeelyeChannel.HistoryThePatentMuse-
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beautiful gardens are also available for tours. President Dwight D. Eisenhower moved to Abilene from Denison, Texas in 1892. He grew up here and always considered it his home. He, his wife Mamie and his son Doud are interred in the chapel Eisenhower himself designed. The Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood Home (18981946) maintain the legacy of the sole 5-star General to become US President. Visits should begin with the introductory film and proceed to explore the chronological displays. The newly renovated museum is filled with videos, interactive kiosks, dioramas, pho tographs and memorabilia designed to immerse you in his life and times. An 11-ft. bronze statue of Eisenhower dominates the complex. It is a great place for a picture.AtlasObscura lists the totally unique Greyhound Hall of Fame on the “Ultimate List of Wonderfully Specific Museums”. Greyhounds were introduced in America from England but trace their lineage back to Ancient Egypt. The museum’s exhibits highlight early racing tracks, mechanical rabbits, champion dogs and breeders. The official greeters, two retired grey hounds, are real delights. In the past people would memorize the smallest details of things they saw on trips to prove they had traveled. We take photos and Abilene provides a wealth of opportunities for pictorial souvenirs. The city has several murals, the most notable of which is of Wild Bill Hickok. A Cowboy Art Trail is being created that will display colorfully painted boots as artwork. Many consider the best place for photos to be in front of Rittel’s Western Wear at The World’s Larg est Spur, according to the Guinness Book of World Records. The spur weighs 2,000-lbs. and is 28 ft. tall. Abilene was designated one of the top ten “2022 Best Historic Small Towns” by USA TO DAY. I promise you will love it too! @ visitabilene More on Kansas >Click Here
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Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, familiarly known as the Gateway Arch, was built in 1963 at a cost of $13-million. The 630-ft., stainless steel, invert ed catenary is situated on 91-acres that was the orig inal settlement. The Arch rests atop the site of Pierre Laclede’s home and trading post. Activities include a 4-minute tram ride to the top of the Arch, where 32 windows provide spectacular views, a movie, River
Waterways were the earliest trans portation routes on this continent. Early explorations and subsequent settlements were on, or had easy access to, the rivers.
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The United States doubled the country’s size when it purchased 828,000 sq. miles, for $15,000,000, in 1803 from the French First Republic. The purchase was made possible because of Napoleon’s inability to regain control of Saint-Domingue, now Haiti. The Haitian slave uprising began in 1791 and drained French monetary and manpower re sources substantially. Once purchased, Jefferson immedi ately arranged for the beganMeriwetherWilliamDiscovery,newumentationinventoryexploration,anddocoftheterritory.TheCorpsofledbyLewisandClark,atthecon fluence of the coun try’s two largest rivers, the Missis sippi and Missouri. Clark’s slave York accompanied them and the total permanent party of explorers numbered 33. They embarked on May 14, 1804 and their journey covered 8,000-miles in 28 months. Sacagawea, a pregnant, 16 year old Shoshone Indian, joined them as a guide. The Corps returned to St. Louis on Sep tember 23, 1806.
Pierre Laclede chose the riverfront site of St. Louis’ original settlement in 1764. Laclede’s Landing, the Village of St. Louis, provisioned, traded and shipped goods for traders and trappers. Today the 22-acre historic district contains restaurants, shops and en tertainment options. There are 17 historic structures, decorative cast-iron, cobblestone streets, brick warehouses and a wealth of stories that make a walking tour mandatory.
The city of St. Louis looms large in history because it follows this pattern. St. Louis rises ap proximately 200-ft. over the western shore of the Mis sissippi with the Missouri River to the north and the Meramec River to the south. The first docu mentation of the area appears on a map in the journal of Father Marquette.JacquesHeand Joliet named the land Missouri after a Sioux tribe they met there. It means “town of the big ca noes” indicating the importance of the rivers to the indige nousNine-yearspeople. later Rene-Robert Cavalier, Sieur de La Salle claimed the Louisiana Territory for France and Missouri re mained largely French until the Louisiana Purchase.
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front Cruise, 15 x 45 foot Tucker Theater Brick Mural and a recently renovated museum that recounts the history of St. Louis from pre-colonization through videos, artifacts and dioramas. The Justice Department filed a discrimination suit against the St. Louis AFL-CIO in 1966. African American workers and companies were not being hired. As a result black firms were hired to assist in completing the monument and hiring practices were alteredOriginallycountrywide.theOldCathedral was a 1770 log build ing. It was enlarged in 1776 and the current church was constructed in 1831. The cathedral is now 136-ft long, 84-ft wide and has a 122-ft octagonal steeple. A black stonemason, William Johnson, placed the final stone in the steeple because the other stonemasons refused the dangerous job. There was segregated seating for blacks during services but the cathedral defied existing law to educate blacks. The earliest records of enslaved and free blacks in the city are found in the church archives. The museum is open by appoint ment.St.Louis’ legal history has altered the course of American politics and, some be lieve led directly to the Civil War. The con troversy over the admission of Missouri, the first divisive national issue, as a slave state would have created a congressional imbal ance. A debate on March 6, 1820 led to the Missouri Compromise allowing Maine to enter the Union as a free state and Missouri as a slave state. A provision stated that in the remainder of the Louisiana Purchase north of latitude 36° 30’ slavery was forever banned.TheOld Courthouse is the famous site of the Dred and Harriet Scott Case.
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They sued for their freedom in 1846 in the St. Lou is Circuit Court. Their suit was based on an 1824 de cision by the Missouri Supreme Court stating “once free always free”. Their owner had taken them to Wisconsin, a free state, to live. Later he returned them to Missouri. When a slave filed a freedom suit he was placed in custody and a bond was paid. The court then hired out the slave with wag es going to the owner if the suit was lost. The case went through several trials until The US Supreme Court ruled against them in 1856. Chief Justice Taney wrote that blacks had no rights, could never be citizens and the Louisiana Purchase’s provision in the Missouri Compromise was illegal. Under a new owner Dred Scott was freed in 1857, he died in 1858. The courtroom used in the case has been restored and a statue of the Scotts is on the exterior. The Old Courthouse held slave sales on the steps until 1861. A crowd of about 2,000 hecklers disrupt ed the final sale
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The Missouri History Museum is a gem waiting to be discovered. A portion of the building was the Jefferson Memorial Building, first national monument to Thomas Jefferson. It was constructed with money from the 1904 World’s Fair. Exhibit highlights include the 1928 Spirit of St. Louis’ sister plane. The 2,850-lb wooden airplane is covered with fabric and suspended 18-ft above the Grand Hall. It was made for the Jimmy Stewart “Spirit of St. Louis” movie.St.Louis was a cultural crossroad and nowhere is that better explored than the Missouri History Museum. Currently a special exhibit, “St. Louis Sound”, is on view until January 22, 2023. The 6,000-ft. exhibit features 200 artifacts, audio stations, videos and interactive dis plays. Gallery highlights range from Chuck Berry’s guitar to Tina Turner’s dress. The exhibit covers ragtime, blues, jazz and country from the early 1800s until now and how St. Louis artists have had an international impact onThemusic.National Blues Mu seum presents and preserves the historic legacy of the Blues. It presents the Blues historically, by genre and styles as well as recognizing individual musicians. Excellent vide os move the stories along. The Delmar neighborhoodLoophasseveral significant sites all with in a short distance. An 8-ft. tall statue of Chuck Berry stands vigil over The Loop while playing his Gibson guitar. Directly across the street is the iconic Blueberry Hill Res taurant & Music Club. The restaurant has an enor mous, award-winning, menu and one could spend hours looking at the memorabilia and playing pin ball and video games. Best of all, you can find your
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> Click Here thrill 365 days a year. Just outside the door you will find the St. Louis Walk of Fame. Scott Joplin, “Fa ther of Ragtime”, lived in St. Louis from 1900-07, con sidered his most productive period. He supplement ed his writing by playing in bor dellos, clubs and saloons. He moved into an upstairs flat, now a State Historic site and museum. The first floor has dis plays on his life and music career. The second level is outfitted, as his home would have been. Guided tours are available and end with a timeline of his life and a mini-concert on a player piano. After a three-month stay Joplin died in Manhattan State Hospital in 1917. He was 48.
The Missouri African American Heritage Trail includes many unique sites. Lynch’s Slave Pen was on Locust Street. Lynch converted a row house into a slave holding place. Some of the cells were un derground and had bare floors and a bench. Dur ing the Civil War the Union took over the building and used it to hold Confederate POWs. The facility stood until 1963. Elizabeth Keckley lived at 5 North 5th Street. As a slave she was a seamstress and by 1855 she had saved enough to purchase her freedom and that of her son for $1,200, now $44,000. She moved to DC to teach school and sew for wealthy women. She even tually became Mary Todd Lincoln’s dressmaker and confidant. St. Louis provides a unique lens through which to view the country’s legacy. #explorestlouis
YUM! Our first activity was to visit the Patee House. This museum houses quite an extensive collec tion of items to capture the inter est of all ages. There are displays of various businesses such as a barbershop, an ice cream fountain,
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My most recent outing was to St. Joseph, Missouri. Staying within my home state still pro vides a wealth of opportunities both historical and entertaining. It took most of the morning to drive there so upon arrival, the first stop was lunch. Our guide, Ryan Menley, made arrange ments for us to eat at Frederick’s Inn and Steakhouse, the oldest restaurant in town. Even though it has changed hands over the years, it has been a restaurant in that same location for more than seven decades.
But wait: there’s more! The dessert menu listed warm home made cinnamon rolls, lemon or coconut meringue pie and Andes mint cheesecake. Decisions, de cisions! Like I said, with a group of travel writers, we tried them all. The intent was to share, but after one bite of the cheesecake, I turned selfish and ate it all myself.
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As a child, my weekend get aways consisted of spending the night at my grandparent’s house. One day when I was ten, our doorbell rang and there stood my grandparents with suitcases packed and an invitation to join them on an impromptu excursion. We all scurried around and with in thirty minutes we were on our way to our home state’s busiest tourist town. I don’t remember much about the drive or what we did for the first evening, but I do know we weren’t the only ones doing it. Our proof of this was discovering there was not a single hotel room available anywhere. Eventually, we were forced to give up and make alternate arrangements. The six of us spent the night sitting in the car. Our biggest problem was the loss of sleep. On the bright side, we didn’t create much laundry since we were pret ty much stuck in the clothes we hadEarlyon. the next morning, we went to breakfast in a little café because it was the only place open. Surprisingly, it was crowd ed! I remember someone making a comment about sleeping in the car and that was all it took to get the conversations started. Come to find out, there were over twen ty cars full of people who had also slept in their vehicles. What a disaster! Or maybe not. Things did not go as expected, but it was great for making some very distinct memories of spending time with family. That was my first actual Extended Weekend Getaway.
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I have no idea why this hap pens, but often when we eat out, we end up ordering the same thing. Not so with this group. There were six of us, so six different items were ordered. Naturally, the first thing which happens whenever a travel writer tries a new restaurant is snapping a picture of the food. I was impressed by the variety available. I had a tenderloin sandwich and the person next to me ordered a burger, but across the table I saw a ham steak, fish and one even ordered liver and onions. Now, how long has it been since you’ve even seen that offered on a menu?
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September, 2022 ~ ExtendedWeekendGetaways -41musical instruments, eyeglasses, dolls, tools and various toys. In addition to being the location of the first Pony Express dispatch, it is also the home of the house where Jesse James was fatally shot. You may also explore his toric exhibits where you can learn about buffalo soldiers, early lightbulbs and other inventions. Also, you may examine a collection of retired modes of transportation including a stagecoach, a train, fire engine and a carrousel. Don’t miss the grand ballroom of this building which was previously a premier hotel. To help stimulate interest and channel participation, there is the opportunity to play a game while there. Obtain a playing card at the entrance and fill it out as you investigate the wide variety of exhibits and displays. Find the one object in each which does not belong, either because it is not of the right topic or because it is from another era. For example, you may see a modern device in a historic setting. This just barely skims the sur face of interesting items, but with limited time, we had to move on. Our next stop was the Glore Museum which is actually four museums in one. The doll muse um is still in its infancy but will be expanded soon. The native Amer ican section was mostly pictures on the wall and plaques to read. The macabre factor almost pre vented me from going to the psy chiatric hospital museum. Histor ically, it is important to recognize the progress which has been made in this Althougharea. a visit to this loca tion can present you with some disturbing images, it is encour aging to understand such places no longer exist. Perhaps the most touching portion of our tour was at the very end when the guide told us how she came to be work ing in this job. In her case, it was very personal. A relative of hers suffered from mental illness and even though it took a few years to properly diagnose and treat, this relative ultimately received the help needed and is now living a fulfilling productive life.
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ExtendedWeekendGetaways ~ September, 2022 Our evening meal was enjoyed at the Wyatt House. This lovely old home has been restored to the glory of bygone days and filled with furniture indicative of the era. As much as I can appreciate fine antiques, I believe we enjoyed chatting with the owner the most. His story began with 9-11 and the subsequent price hikes thereafter in light of the need for housing. So rather than invest in NY, he chose to use his finan cial assets to purchase a location in a more affordable area, away from the hectic life of NY. The move to St. Joseph was an adjust ment, but for the past twenty years, partners Jim Pallone and Jeff Keyasko have thrived in their new home state and adventure.businessOurmealwaspre pared by Jeff, a chef of extraordinary skill who studied at the French Culinary Insti tute in New York City. The first course was a choice of watermelon salad, a uniquely fla vored shrimp cocktail or a gourmet pizza. The filet mignon was tender, juicy and delicious served with a side of potato, vegetables and a roll. Other entrée choices were chicken served with a mango sal sa or salmon. Rather than need ing to select a dessert, each of us were served a three-item dessert sampler of warm chocolate truffle, caramel cream and cheesecake with honey glazed peaches. Our accommodations were in the Stoney Creek Hotel. The décor was exactly as you would expect with wagon wheels and other woodsy accents and artwork, fireplaces, leather arm chairs and an occasional stuffed bear or mounted buffalo head over a door. A full hot breakfast was pro vided. Anyone who travels much will recognize the standard menu: scrambled eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy and sometimes hash browns. I sometimes skip these choices in favor of oatmeal or a waffle, but this smelled good, looked good and tasted good! I can honestly say, they had the best breakfast pota toes I have ever eaten anywhere anytime, from home, a hotel or restaurant. The bis cuits were fresh and fluffy with either jelly or gravy. High praise indeed. All in all, an excellent breakfast from an attentive staff. This location also had a feature I have never seen before. At night, for one hour after the pool closes officially, there is an adults only quiet session for those who need to unwind with out children around. What a perfect ar rangement for the hot tub.The of one of the rooms with informa tion about the Pony Express locat ed in the Patee House. This was where the first bundle of mail was sent out via the Pony Express. The actual Pony Express Muse um is in a different location and is
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September, 2022 ~ ExtendedWeekendGetaways | -43exclusively about the Pony Express. The history of how this network of riders delivered mail in such an accelerated manner is explained. Lifestyle of those who were employed is explored. There are many areas where children can enjoy handson activities while learning about this bygone era. Stories of dedication, perseverance and heroism inspire a respect for what they accomplished.Whiletraveling from restaurant to museum to local attractions and beyond, we noticed several murals painted on downtown buildings which depicted historical aspects of St. Joseph. Parks were all well-maintained with sculptures depicting significant aspects of life from ponies to jazz musicians and more.RC’s Lunchcar was an interesting choice for downtown dining. Members of our party ordered Cajun wings, BBQ wings, burgers and a BLTA which is basically a BLT with avocado added. This is a trendy type of place where you place your order at a counter and pick it up yourself. From the cooler to the grill to the plate to the table, there is a streamlined process of preparing unique combinations and variations of familiar favorites. The grill is visible and watching the grillmaster is quite entertaining in itself with flying spatulas and a special coordination needed when plating and dressing the orders. This is not just a hobby; it is serious business. Within the same block, there is a bar located in what used to be a bank. The vault is still in place because it is such a perfect storage place for use as a wine vault. However, I found it more interesting to note the sign which is located near the door: Speakeasy. Say what? That’s right. This is the home of a speakeasy reminiscent of prohibition. Within the vault, a hole has been cut and a spiral staircase descends into the basement where a bar is located with comfortable leather chairs and TV’s. It’s amazing what people will do to escape to a sports bar to watch . . .what? Football of course. You see, St. Joseph is also home to the Kansas City Chiefs training camp. If you think KC is enthusiastic about their team, you’ll be surprised by the way St. Joseph residents declare their preference. If you ask them, they claim the Chiefs as their home team.Boudreaux Cajun provides an experience like no other. We sampled fried alligator and fried pasta appetizers. Naturally the menu included items such as gumbo and jambalaya. Don’t worry, there are plenty of local favorites such as chicken fried chicken and pasta dishes. One of the unique features was perfect for our group. We like fries and onion rings and often have trouble deciding between the two. Not here. They offer a half and half combo of these two items as a choice among their sides. Why has no one else thought of this before?Dessert was delicious: bour bon pecan pie. There was not a major difference between this and regular pecan pie, but the flavor was ever so slightly richer with the bourbon flavor. Our host planned a grand finale to our tour of historic St. Joseph. We were going to watch a fire works display which is a nightly occurence in connection with a baseball game of the St. Jo Mustangs. This is a collegiate baseball team which participates in the M.I.N.K. league. But alas, there had been a delay and the game was so late, with our early departure times the next morning, we opted not to wait. However, he came to our rescue by taking us to Kris n Kates ice cream. This pink building is shaped like a gigantic ice cream cone. We all enjoyed this nostalgic location for our final farewell. We started out as strangers thrown together for one weekend but ultimately left feeling like family. Yes, there is quite a contrast from my first weekend getaway. Planning does make a difference. So when you get ready to organize your next Extended Weekend Getaway, be sure to call ahead because some of the most popular of the above mentioned locations require reservations. For more on Missouri
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aitonceship.Schimmel’srieswentMarlonOscarandOmahahotelstayingcelebritiesattheincludednativetwo-timewinnerBrando.Thehotel,itself,throughaseofchangesafterownerRadissonHotelsownedit,beforebecamehometoseriesofbusiness offices, including Kiewit Construction, an Omaha-based Fortune 500 compa ny. Today, the home of the Reuben is the Kimpton Cotton wood, an upscale boutique hotel. Now that you know the Reuben was invented at the historic Blackstone Hotel, where can you enjoy a Reuben in Oma ha? It seems almost any restau-
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It’s easy to imagine several men sitting around a table in the early 1900s, dealing cards in a room heavy with cigar smoke, whiskey in half-drank shot glasses, and vulgar words being exchanged between some of Oma ha’s elite. It was on such a night of playing poker in 1925, likely with lots of cash wagered on the table, Reuben Kulakof sky told the kitchen staff at the Blackstone Hotel he wanted something different to eat. Looking around the kitchen, the chef – Ber nard Schimmel, son of the hotel’s owner - decided to create a new, unique sand wich. Taking corned beef, Swiss cheese, and sauer kraut, he added a layer of Russian dressing on two slices of rye bread and pressed it. Viola! The Reuben sandwich was born. Now, you’ll find New Yorkers claim it was invent ed at a deli there - of course, it’s a deli tradition and favorite - but, Nebraskans are confident that the Reuben sandwich was invented in Omaha. Where the sandwich was invented has been debated for nearly a century, but Omahans are confident it was invented at Charles Schimmel’s Blackstone Hotel.TheBlackstone has an interest ing history, itself. While home to the Reuben, the upper-class hotel served as a home for wealthy so cialites, as well as celebrities and dignitaries. During its time, the hotel has hosted three men who would become American presi dents – John F. Kennedy, Richard M. Nixon, and Ronald Reagan. Nixon announced his second cam paign for Presi dent of the Unit ed States at the Blackstone Hotel. Other
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rant that serves sandwiches also serves a Reuben. Even, some fast food chains serve it. But, if you want to enjoy a delicious Reuben sandwich, you must return to the scene of the sandwich. Or, at least across the street. The Crescent Moon proudly serves what many Omahans believe is the best Reuben sandwich in town. Long noted for its delicious taste, the Crescent Moon uses corned beef from Omaha Steaks, cook ing it all day until it’s tender and flaky. Along with seasoned sauerkraut and Swiss cheese, the corned beef is placed on marble rye bread with Thousand Island dressing and sent through the kitchen’s sand wich toaster, melting the cheese and perfectly toasting the bread. The first bite usually melts in your mouth, with a nice chunk of meat and warm sauerkraut. While the Crescent Moon serves the best Reuben in Omaha, owner Bill Baburek takes the restaurant’s love for corned beef even further. Each fall, Crescent Moon hosts Reubenfest, with all things Reu ben on the menu. Reuben pizza. Reuben egg rolls. Reuben soup - potato soup with chunks of corned beef. Amazing! The egg rolls, served with a Thousand Is land dipping sauce, were so popu lar (3,000 sold during Reubenfest) that they were added to the menu full-time a few years ago. You’ll need to place your order early, as each day’s menu tends to sell out quickly.While Crescent Moon may be known for having the best Reuben in town, other eateries offer out standing sandwiches. Down town’s Wilson and Washburn (named for Omaha’s 1800s madams Anne Wilson and Josie Washburn, once her “best girl”) serves a delicious Reu ben. Offering its own take on the Omaha classic, Wilson and Wash burn’s Reuben is made with corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and beet horseradish dress ing on Russian rye bread. Served with fries or beet chips, it’s another savory Reuben option. Nothing tops off a hearty meal like dessert, so head over to Coneflower Creamery for a take on another Omaha original - butter brickle ice cream. While the candy was invented in South Dakota or Iowa, butter brickle ice cream was invented in the Big O, again at the Blackstone Hotel. Coneflower Creamery works with locally-sourced ingredients, so each ice cream dish is freshly made. Open since 2017, the Black stone District parlor is located inside a small brick building, so plan to get your cone or dish to go. You’ll enjoy a leisurely stroll while you savor the texture and sweetness of the butter brickle ice cream. For More on Nebraska >Click Here
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Dover has a downtown filled with friendly merchants and locally owned diners- not to men tion a hand-crafted candy store, a cupcake shop, and several that provide offerings for your home! When ready to explore, stop by Riverfront Park to ride the artistically created swing or try your arm on their disc golf course! The museum offerings include an original Victorian Home, J. E. Reeves Victorian Home and Carriage House Museum; a museum sharing the life story of a master carv er, the Warther Museum and Gardens; a museum mentioned in Ripley’s Believe It or Not that tells of stories of those who have passed at the Famous Endings Museums. Don’t leave without a sweet treat from Sugarfuse Bakery or enjoy a meal at Pangrazio’s, Mindy’s Diner, or El Pueblito Mexican Bistro. Dover has more than enough to do for a day or a Travelersfew!
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Bolivar stories go back to the construction of Fort Laurens- Ohio’s only Revolutionary War Fort. Learn the drastic measures the brave soldiers took to serve on the Ohio frontier at this volatile time. After taking in the history, enjoy browsing the antique shops in down town Bolivar and feed your appetite at Canal Street Diner or Sublime Smoke. If you are ready for a cold brew, stop by Lockport Brewery and enjoy a handcrafted beer.
National Historic Landmark District, Historic Zoar Village has a big story to share! Known as America’s most successful Communal Society, res idents began to call Zoar home in 1817 as residents arrived seeking religious freedom. Enjoy the archi tecture of the original brick and timber structures, the museums, bakery, and large garden. With spe cial events throughout the year, you may even want to visit during one of their special event ghost tours to hear from one of the original residents! Hungry visitors will enjoy the tasty fare at Donnie’s Tavern or the Tin Shop Coffee House.
Let’s begin in Sugarcreek , where you can dance along with the Oompah-pah band of the World’s Largest Cuckoo Clock. The big timepiece was built in 1972. Its original loca tion was a restaurant named Alpine-Alpa in Wilmot known as the “Cuckoo Clock Capital of America.” In 2010, the 24-foot-tall clock was moved to Sugarcreek, which is known as “The Little Switzerland of Ohio,” as a dona tion from Walnut Creek Cheese. Discover the roots of the community at the Alpine Hills Museum and marvel at the artistry of the Brick Wall Sculpture, which illustrates the tales of life in this scenic, Swiss heritage village. When you are ready to eat, enjoy local flavors at Park Street Pizza, Dutch Valley Restaurant, or Amish Country Donuts, to name just a few of the local Sugarcreek favorites.
Within the scenic rolling hills of the county are grand arts adventures, farm markets, trails, rock climbing, dog parks, and ice cream. Tuscarawas County is located in the heart of Appalachian Ohio and is the gateway to Ohio’s Amish Country. You will be warmly welcomed on your next visit for an extended weekend getaway. Sleep comfortably in one of the many clean lodging options! Visit www. TravelTUSC.com, or call 800-527-3387 for more information.
>Click Here phia whose merchants offer styles for the whole family. With cafes, restaurants, bookstores, and art galleries, you will enjoy this city and its many boldly colored murals. Enjoy a live performance at the Performing Art Center located on the cam pus of Kent State University at Tuscarawas. Their show season is filled with favorites, headline acts, and even those lesser known, too. Historic Schoen brunn Village is located on the east end of the city and tells the stories of David Zeisberger and his efforts to share Christianity with Delaware Indians.
Discover Dennison and take a tour of the Dennison Railroad Depot Museum to learn about this famous song’s tie to this Tuscar awas County community and the importance of this iconic American railroad depot. While you are there, enjoy a meal at the onsite Over the Rail diner, too.
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Visit Uhrichsville and learn the tales preserved in the Uhrichsville Clay Museum which shares pieces of folk art and stories from American industrialization. Does an afternoon at a water park sound like a cool idea? Don’t miss the Uhrichsville Water Park for a good time with the whole family!
Downtown New Philadelphia is a food paradise with numerous local dining stops to please every craving – you won’t be leaving hungry!
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Towns Tell Big Stories
Schoenbrunn Village was founded in 1772 as a Moravian mission among the Delaware Indians. It is the site of several Ohio firsts. For one, it was the first Christian settlement in Ohio. Estab lished by David Zeisberger, it is also the site of the first Ohio schoolhouse. The village, restored to appear as it did more than two centuries ago, includes the original cemetery and 16 reconstructed log structures, as well as the church and gardens. A visitor center with museum and introductory video will help orient you so that you can experience the village as if you were in the past. After you visit the museum, walk to the local café, Tents of Grace, and browse the home acces sory shop just down the block, too.
American Winery, Waseon Buckeye Winery, Newark Dragonfly Vineyard & Wine Cellar, Urbana Firelands Winery, Sandusky Gillig Winery, Findlay Lincoln Way Vineyards, Wooster Myla Marcus Winery, Bowling GreenUrban Pine Winery, Maumee For More on Ohio >Click Here
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BOWLING GREEN - A brand new wine festival is coming to town! The Visit Bowling Green Ohio Convention and Visitors Bureau and Ohio Wine Producers Association have joined together to host the First Annual V.I.N.O. (Vintners in Northwest Ohio) Wine Festival on Saturday, Octo ber 8, 2022. This celebration of fine wine and great food in Northwest Ohio will also offer shopping, music, and fun from 1 – 7 p.m. at the Wood County Fair Grounds. As many as 20 different wineries are ex pected to participate in pouring the various reds, whites, blushes, fruit and dessert wines. More than 1000 attendees are expected to come through the doors of this first-ever event. Expect delicious food options to complement the wines available for sale. Other vendors will offer a wide range of shopping items. There will be wine education ses sions for novices as well as con noisseurs along with live enter tainment throughout the day. Ticket prices are as follows: General admission is $40 in ad vance and $45 at the door. VIP admission (limit-300) $50 ad vance only. [VIP tickets include a special name tag, an extra tast ing of one limited production, award-winning wine at each par ticipating winery, a wine and food pairing wheel plus gift coupons to visit wineries following the festi val]
• Saturday, October 8, 2022 • 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
• Wood County Fair Grounds; 13800 West Poe Road, Bowling Green, OH, 43402 Unit ed States Participating(map)wineries: TBA
For tickets or more information, contact Kat Patterson 217 S. Church St., Bowling Green, OH 419-353-944543402 •https://visitbgohio.org/V.I.N.O.WineFestival
MUSEUMS & CULTURAL CENTERS
In Utqiaġvik, discover firsthand the lifestyles of Alaska’s Iñupiaq peoples on a tour of the village with a local host on a day or overnight trip with Northern Alaska Tour Company or Tundra Tours.
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On board many cruise ships in Glacier Bay or at Glacier Bay Lodge, enjoy interpretive and educational programs like lectures, storytelling, singing, and displays of traditional art through Huna Totem Corporation’s Alaska Native Voices program.
McLain Memorial Museum in Nome.
Discover more of the Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshi an cultures on a visit to Alaska Native rural towns, villages, and communities through Alaskan Dream Cruises.
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Owned by the Alutiiq/Sugpiaq people who have inhabited Kodiak Island for over 7,000 years, admire Alaska’s beautiful wilderness at the Kodiak Brown Bear Center & Lodge.
When planning an Alas ka vacation, learning more about the state’s 11 distinct Alaska Native cultures gives travelers a better understanding and appreciation of those who have inhabited the land for 10,000 years. They remain a living and dynamic part of every community, with Alaska Native-owned operators, tours, and experiences awaiting travelers throughout the state.
More than 60 museums and cultural centers across the state provide great insight into the history of Alaska’s Indigenous peoples through one-of-a-kind exhibits. These are a few examples of museums and cultural centers travelers can add to their Alaska itineraries.Takeatour of life-sized village sites, watch Alas ka Native dance performances and games, listen to Alaska Native stories, watch films, and view exhibits at the Alaska Native Heritage Center in Anchorage. Visit the Anchorage Museum and view its “Living Our Cultures, Sharing Our Heritage” and “Alaska” exhibits.Visitthe Sealaska Heritage Institute in Juneau for Southeast Alaska cultural exhibits, art, and a Tsim shian cedar clan house. Admire an invaluable collection of some of the world’s oldest totem poles at the Totem Heritage Center in Ketchikan. Participate in workshops on topics like Alaska Native art, woodworking, weaving, song and dance, and more at Glacier Bay’s Huna Tribal House.
Learn about Alaska’s Alutiiq/Sugpiaq people, art, subsistence, and language at the Alutiiq Museum and Archaeological Repository in Kodiak. Discover Alaska’s Interior through exhibits, films, performances, and events at the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center in Fairbanks.
On a Cape Fox Tour, view totem poles, observe Alaska Native carvers using traditional tools and techniques, and watch Alaska Native dance perfor mances at the Saxman Native Village in Southeast Alaska. Explore Ketchikan and meet Alaska Native artists alongside Where the Eagle Walks Owner Joe Wil liams, the first Tlingit Native to be elected as Ketchi kan Borough Mayor and City of Saxman Mayor.
Learn about Alaska’s Iñupiaq people at the Iñupiat Heritage Center in Utqiaġvik, the Northwest Arc tic Heritage Center in Kotzebue and the Carrie M.
Embark on a tour of historical Sitka, visit Sitka Na tional Historical Park, and watch a traditional Tlin git dance performance in a community house with Sitka’s Tribal Tours.
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A Blending of Cultures Coronado’s expedition encour aged future Spanish colonization in this region, introduced Native American culture to Europeans, and gave rise to the rich Latino heritage of the American South west. The Spanish brought wheat, rice, bread-baking knowledge, cat tle for dairy and meat, sugar cane, and coffee which they traded with the Native Americans for their corn, potatoes, tomatoes, choc olate, and chili peppers, which they shared with other Europeans. In addition to food, there was a melding of religious celebrations like Catholic All Soul’s Day and the Aztec festival from central Mexico, which created Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead).
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Coronado Expedition Coronado set out on this mis sion with 1,500 men along with 5,500 sheep, cattle, and horses north from central Mexico into what is now called Southeast Arizona. They followed the San Pedro River north and eventually ended up in the Great Plains of Kansas. During this 2-year 5,500 miles round trip, they chronicled their journey - whom they met and what they saw. They were the first to write about the Grand Canyon, the Rocky Mountains, and the Continental Divide. And this was the first time document ing how Native Americans lived and survived in the high deserts, rugged mountains, and endless grasslands. Even though they never found the Cibola, they gained knowledge from the Zuni, Hopi, Apache, and Pueblo Indians along their journey to understand how to live in this new land.
September, 2022 ~ ExtendedWeekendGetaways | -53Have you ever wondered how the Spanish influence came about in Southeast Arizona? In 1540, Conquistador Francisco Vasquez de Coronado led the first expe dition north in search of the Sev en Cities of Gold (Cibola). They never found it. However, this expedition began an era of Span ish conquest and migration into the Southwestern United States. It has led to a blending of Spanish influence with the Native Ameri can, Mexican, and Anglo cultures you see today. Here are my favorite places to experience the same varied Arizona landscape that Coronado’s men did all those years ago.
ExtendedWeekendGetaways ~ September, 2022 their expertise in building styles by using adobe bricks, mission churches, wood carvings, iron metalwork, and punched tin. They also learned new things from the Native Americans as being intro duced to the color red for the first time. The Cochineal insect pro duces the pigment in the Amer ican Southwest, which feeds on various cacti and stores carminic acid - a crimson-colored liquidin its body. Can you imagine the American Southwest without ro deos and guitar music? All thanks to the blending of cultures.
The Coronado National Memo rial has 4,750 acres of woodland, nature, wildlife, hiking trails, and more panoramic views than you can imagine. Named for Francisco Vazquez de Coronado, the nation al monument commemorates the significant impact of the expedition and the culture the Spanish brought with them. The Coronado National Memorial can be found at the southern end of the Hua chuca (wha-CHOO-ka) Mountains in the southeast section of Arizo na, slightly south of Sierra Vista. The visitor section has a great display of the Coronado Expedi tion and provides an area for kids to try on armor and gear that the Spanish might have worn during theToexpedition.getthebest views, drive up East Montezuma Canyon Road. This scenic drive is 15 minutes on a narrow road paved for a mile past the visitor’s center, then turns unpaved with steep grades and tight switchbacks to the Monte zuma Pass Overlook. Once you park, you can take multiple hikes. I recommend the Coronado Peak Trail, a 0.8-mile round-trip hike up to Coronado Peak. Be prepared for the limited shade and the 300 feet in elevation to reach the sum mit, which is at 6,864 feet. Once at the top, enjoy 360 degrees of panoramic views of the San Pe dro Valley to the east, San Rafael Valley to the west, the U.S. and Mexico border to the south, and the surrounding Sky Islands.
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Sky Islands The mountain ranges around Southeast Arizona and northern Mexico are called Sky Islands. Sky Islands are isolated mountain ranges that rise more than 6,000 feet above the surrounding desert
Casa de San Pedro B&B
Casa de San Pedro is the per fect place to rest overnight right by the San Pedro River with its enchanting courtyard, free full breakfast, WiFi, self-parking, and close to all of the region’s attrac tions. When you walk outside the door, you will be surrounded by the beauty of Southern Arizona and all the birds you can imagine. The B&B is on 10 acres adjacent to the San Pedro River and Riparian National Conservation Area and is a prime location for bird watch ers and hummingbird enthusiasts.The diverse landscape of Southeast Arizona is a great place to explore, like Coronado’s men did almost 500 years ago. You can explore the mountains, desert, and grasslands within one day. The Coronado Expedition has made a permanent mark on how our culture has evolved, what we eat, and how we live. And it is fascinating to know that it all started here. For More on >ClickArizonaHere
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Presidio Santa Cruz de Terrenate Along the San Pedro River, you can take a 3-mile hike to the most intact example of a once extensive network of similar fortresses that marked the northern advance of Spain into Arizona. The Presid io was established in 1776 by an Irish mercenary, Hugh O’Conor, for King Carlos III of Spain. The presidio, though, was never fully completed. Today, only a stone foundation and a few remaining adobe walls mark the location of this isolated military fort. Bring plenty of water if you plan on hiking, as this hike is in the open desert.
After a day in the desert sun, take a break at the Brite Spot. This rustic restaurant, built in 1933, has many choices, including filet mignon, New York strip, ribeye, pasta, and seafood. Try their infamous baby back ribs, which haven’t changed in 25 years.
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If you really want to get your geek on, the Com puter History Museum in Mountain View lets you get right to the region’s cyber roots. ‘Birth of the Computer’ and other exhibits remind us of the notso-long-ago time when basic computers took up entire rooms. Another fascinating exhibit sheds light on the little-known story of Colossus, an electronic code-breaker device developed by British maths whizzes and engineers, that helped win World War II. You can also learn about the surprisingly complicated science behind computerised chess, and un ravel the amazing technology behind microelectron ic silicon computer chips. This Santa Clara County museum devoted to the his tory of high tech relocated in the 1990s from Boston to— where else?—the heart of Silicon Valley. With galleries and multimedia experiences detailing everything from slide rules to the smartphone, this is arguably the most signifi cant collection of computing artifacts in the world. Inter active experiences let you see how different apps work, or you can try your hand at coding.
CHM stewards the world’s leading collection and archive chronicling the history and impact of computing and technological innovation on the human experience. From machines to source code, lab notebooks to busi ness plans, our collecting scope is expansive with unique perspectives into the online world, entrepreneurship, and software.Thismuseum displays an incomparable collection of computing artifacts and oral histories to convene, inform, and empower people to build a better world.
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“This is a powerhouse attrac tion that has drawn attention from around the world for its innovative design, accessibility and inclusivi ty as well as its fittingly triumphant ‘wow’ factor,” said PK McPher son, executive director of Pikes Peak Region Attractions Associa tion. “With its addition, along with the many other distinctive – and in some cases, just plain quirky – mu seums here, the Pikes Peak Region is clearly a year-round, rain-snowor-shine destination for travelers. We are beyond excited to welcome the museum to our family of at tractions.”
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Peak Region Attrac tions Association (PPRAA) welcomes the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum to its Withorganization.itsopening in July 2020, the architecturally and technologically dazzling 60,000 square-foot museum fittingly reflects the Pikes Peak Region’s palpable sports, fitness and well ness vibe with several galleries showcasing the enduring accom plishments of Team USA and Paralympic athletes. The region has long hosted Olympic and Paralympic athletes who travel to the region for high-altitude workouts beneath the backdrop of Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain.
tionarestaurants,ingarealistingscoupons,ticketsloadableandoflodgandfreevacaplan ner and a blog, travelers can expe rience the Pikes Peak region with their questions answered and a plan in “There’shand.no doubt that the addi tion of a world-class facility like the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum will enhance the attrac tiveness of the region and help us to continue to secure our place as an incomparable destination,” saidPPRAAMcPherson.haspromoted the region since the 1970s when a group of Colorado Springs-based tourism businesses banded together to market their attractions. For more information, visit www.pikespeak.com. For More on Colorado >Click Here
Places to Go: Olympic & Paralympic Museum
The U.S. Olympic & Paralym pic Museum is the 29th member of Pikes Peak Region Attractions Association and its fifth museum. Other museums include the May Natural History Museum, Ghost Town Museum, Miramont Castle Museum and Western Museum of Mining and Discovery. PPRAA also includes the thematically in spirational and educational Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame and Space Foundation Discovery Center Members also include outdoor recreation companies such as Echo Canyon River Expeditions and Adventures Out West; the historic towns of Cripple Creek, Manitou Springs and Old Colorado City; entertainment venues including the Flying W Ranch Chuckwagon and Iron Springs Melodrama and Din ner Theatre; historic attractions in cluding Garden of the Gods Trad ing Post and Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine; and family fun destinations such as North Pole – Santa’s Work shop and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. A complete listing of PPRA attractions is available here. With PPRAA’s online tools from such as thematic itineraries, down
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HONOLULU - E.A.R.L. Hawaii fast casual eat eries are the brain-child of Justin Parvizimotlagh, who has been making and delivering hand-crafted gourmet sandwiches to Kaimuki and surrounding communities since 2014! The shops fit the category of fast casual, where there is room to sit and eat or order and take away. The thing about sandwiches is that they carry so much more than the weight of the fillings. They offer a convenient way to eat, most often at lunchtime. But when, as adults, we bite into them, the taste and smell can bring us back to our childhood homes or that special summer on vacation with the family.Thatis
the magic that is E.A.R.L. Hawaii, the “fast casual” sandwich shops that are the creation of Jus tin Parvizimotlagh. Each sandwich is based upon an original regional recipe with original ingredients sourced directly from the mainland. And despite being on the former Sandwich Islands E.A.R.L. is an acronym for Eat A Real Lunch.
“I wanted to be in the [restaurant] industry..and to be an entrepreneur,” said Parvizimotlagh, who grew up in the greater Baltimore (MD) area, and worked for his family’s pizza restaurant. He likens his menu to the playlist of a cover band. “There is instant familiarity.” The constraints of not having enough room that would allow for cooking with industrial appliances ruled out recreating his childhood pizza restaurant. But these limitations only inspired him. Parvizimot lagh, studied his target menu items. What meats and cheeses were paired with which condiments and spices? Would it be enough to satisfy a main land transplant or aficionado of each kind?
If a New Jersey sandwich calls for Taylor ham, Taylor it is, continued Parvizinotlagh. A processed meat, known to New Jersey and surrounding states, it could be compared to Spam. But what whether to call it pork roll or Taylor ham or how to serve it is up for debate among the north-south divide in the state. Even President Barack Obama joked about it in his 2016 commencement speech at Rutgers University, the flagship state school. And because Spam would be a pale imitation, Parvizimotlagh made the effort to track down the original meat processed in Trenton.
If it was just about sandwiches, E.A.R.L. would not have the following it does. These are all hom ages to the mainland communities from which they originated. They are the stories of memories created by immigrants and ingredients.
The Italian sandwich evokes the hanging sausag es and deli case of a crowded store, visited with parents and grandparents of any “Little Italy” in America. The crab cake specials, that regularly sell out, call to mind the Baltimore Harbor and Ches apeake shores. The lobster roll is the summer of everyone who ever spent time on the piers and beaches of the North Atlantic coast.
Even though the eateries opened prior to the pan demic, the fast-casual, minimum seating approach carried E.A.R.L. through to the present. So much so that they are contemplating an expansion to Kapolei. Parvizimotlagh said the number of people
There are currently ten different sandwiches list ed on the menu, including Italian, fried chicken po boy, Cubano, and the Fun Goat. Another popular choice is the Patrami Single Cheeseburger. Angele nos can argue about which of two restaurants made the first French dip sandwich, but there is no argu ing about the authentic taste when made in Hono lulu. Prices range from $11 to $17.50.
September, 2022 ~ ExtendedWeekendGetaways | -59traveling from Oahu’s west side for fresh, authentic sandwiches is enough to open a third E.A.R.L. Curiosity begets a first bite. His spot on “covers” are hits in their own right, worthy of many replays andHoursvisits.of operation are MON- SATURDAY 10am-8pm SUNDAY 10am - 4pm Kakaako location: 400 Keawe street Honolulu, HI 96813 808-744-3370 Market City (Kaimuki) location: 2919 Kapiolani Blvd., Honolulu, HI 96826 To808-200-4354viewthemenu, or for more information, pleae visit at https://earlhawaii.com For More Information on Hawaii, > CLICK HERE
•Epic Meals - Farm-to-table feasts, curat ed cocktails, gourmet burger nights, local brews, and damn good wine. We’ll also ensure you get your day started with tasty breakfast items and packable lunches.
WHITEFISH - Dive into the festivitiesof the NorthwestGreatOktoberfest celebration, featuring Germanfood, beer!andtrucks,dancing,music,foodartists,plentyof Guests can commodationsgourmetbrewerycraftedfarm-to-tableexpectfeasts,cocktails,localnights,andburgers.Acinclude comfortable roaming cabins with down comforters, kitchen ettes, and private bathrooms.“ROAM Beyond has created an ebrating the season,” said Corey Weathers, CEO and co-founder of ROAM Beyond.
•Convenient Transportation - Let us take care of getting you to and from your daily adventures with transportation provided for each off-site activity. Includes roundtrip transfers to Glacier Internation al Airport on Tuesday and Saturday.
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•Classic Camp Activities - It wouldn’t be camp without communal bonfires, goofy talent shows, and polar plunges. Count on opportunities to let loose and reconnect.
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“We’ve blended our artisan, sustainable mobile dwellings that elevate the camp ing experience with opportunities for our guests to enjoy, unplug, and connect with nature.”
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•Elevated Accommodation - Start and end your day in a private roaming cabin at ROAM Beyond Glacier, a classic 20-acre Montana estate with panoramic mountain views that are yours to explore.
•Big Adventures - Plan for new adven tures suitable for all ages and skill levels, including scenic river floats, fly fishing, paddleboarding, kayaking, guided hiking, or mountain biking
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ROAM Beyond’s Oktoberfest Adventure Camp experience includes:
•On-site yoga session This is One-of-a-kind lodging in some of the most remote and stunning locations in the western U.S. The flagship location is just outside Glacier National Park in Mon tana.ROAM Beyond began as an idea for a sustainable, handcrafted mobile dwelling. The concept was simple – create a mobile living experience unlike any other in the world using environmentally conscious materials, designed in a contemporary and intuitive aesthetic. After working with Homegrown Trail ers to perfect the structure and pulling in travel experts to perfect the experience, the team saw that people who lived for the sustainability lifestyle were searching for travel destinations that offered low envi ronmental impact in elevated and transfor mational settings. It is an elevated camping experience where guests can unplug to recharge. Roaming cabins have similar amenities that guests find at home and are designed with conservation in mind and reducing your footprint. Each cabin features unex pectedly comfortable beds (queen, twin, or bunk beds), linens, towels, hot water, a shower, toilet, a kitchenette with an un der-the-counter fridge, a two-burner in duction stove, dishes, and essential cook ware. Outside, each cabin has a fire pit and outdoor seating creating the perfect space to enjoy a cozy Montana evening by a crackling fire.
•All meals - breakfast, lunch, and dinners for the entirety of your stay
•Gear, guides, and transportation for whitewater rafting, fly fishing, paddle boarding, mountain biking, and hiking
ROAM Beyond strives to meet the de mands of glamping by providing sustain able and socially conscious travel experi ences with refined off-the-grid lodging. ROAM Beyond is passionate about helping people connect to nature. We strive to de liver on the road adventures to travelers in a responsible, comfortable, and tasteful way. For more information vis it https://www.roambeyond. travel. For More Montanaon > Click Here
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•4-nights accommodation at ROAM Beyond Glacier in your choice of dinette (sleeps 1-3) or bunk cabin (sleeps 1-4)
With four shows to choose from, there’s no reason to miss this fan-favorite event. On Friday night, enjoy Hot Camel Nights, an evening show with discounted rates for locals. On Saturday, catch the 10 a.m. or the 2 p.m. show. Then Sunday is Family Day with a show at noon.
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VIRGINIA CITY - This year from Sept. 9-11, one of the most family - fun races will again take place at the Virginia City Fairgrounds. The International Camel & Ostrich Races started as a prank between two newspaper editors more than 60 years ago and is now one of the most belov ed and hilarious family events in theThewest.original background of this story is rooted in the rivalry between the Virginia City local Territorial Enterprise and the San Francisco Chronicle. The editor of the Territorial Enterprise had printed a false story about camel races in Virginia City as a hoax, and the editor of the Chronicle, believing it was real, reprinted it. Embarrassed about being fooled, a Chronicle editor borrowed a camel from the San Francisco Zoo and sent a team to race it in Vir ginia City. The tradition has been in place ever since, only now it also involves ostriches and zebras. For the 63rd time, since its beginning in 1959, jockeys, both professional and amateur, will race their camels, ostriches and ze bras around the track to the roars of the crowd. You never know what might happen. A comical racing spectacle that leaves the entire family laughing, the event includes a fair-like midway with vendors and treats for the family. You can even catch a ride on a camel yourself– a photo op not to be missed.
Editor’s Choice is the Gold Hill Hotel. Share the experience of America’s greatest boomtown in a casual, elegant setting where guests recapture the opulence of the Comstock Lode. As Nevada’s oldest operating hotel built in 1861, the property features four historic rooms and eight rooms within the new section. The hotel also has seven houses and lodges available to rent. On site is the Crown Point Restaurant and Gold Hill Bar, worthy of a reservation and nightcap. For reservations, call 775-847-0111. For more information, https://visitvirginiacitynv.com/visit
Tickets are $20, though VIP seating and amenities are available for addi tional cost. Make a weekend of it! Plan ahead and book a room for the International Camel & Ostrich Races before it sells out.
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Celebrated and beloved since 1919, be part of one of Carson Valley’s top annual events at the Genoa Candy Dance. What began as a community fundraiser to purchase streetlights for the small, enterprising com munity of Genoa has trans formed into 300 specialty vendor booths, great food & drink, live music, and one of the best craft fairs in the West more than 100 years later.The Genoa Candy Dance Becomes
Dance grew into the “Big Event of the Season” in Carson Valley, attracting couples from Reno, Carson City, Minden, Gardnerville and sur rounding areas to join in the evening’s fun, often by horse and wagon, as well as “those new-fangled automobiles.”An arts and crafts fair was added in 1974, later extending the event to a two-day week end celebration and has stuck ever since.
Experiencing the Genoa Candy Dance Today Typically held the last weekend in September each year, 300 specialty vendors come to Genoa to sell original crafts of all kinds. A perfect way to get ahead of the holiday shopping season with one-of-a-kind gifts, the Genoa Candy Dance is a great event for all ages and interests. With thousands of visitors from all over the West, the streets in and surrounding downtown Genoa are temporarily closed during the day from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM during the event. Shuttles bring people from the main parking lots on Genoa Lane and Foothill Road, as well as the limited parking lot east of The Pink House, and additional parking near the Genoa Cemetery. In addition to the distinctive shopping experience found at the vendor booths, tradition comes alive at The Candy Dance Dinner and Dance, still part of this historic Nevada event, held Saturday night of the event weekend, from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM. For more information on vendors, visiting historic Genoa, and purchasing Dinner Dance tickets, get in touch with the Town of Genoa at (775) 782-8696 or visit dy_dance_faire.phpwww.genoanevada.org/visitors/candy_dance/canhttps:// on Nevada
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GENOA - Lillian Virgin Finnegan, daughter of then-prominent Judge Daniel Webster Virgin, suggested the idea of a dance and making candy to pass around during the dance as an incentive for a good turn-out of couples. Genoa did raise the needed funds for streetlights, but realized the monthly electric bill had to be paid. The candy makers were then called upon each year to help promote the “Candy Dance” and pay a year’s worth of electricity for the streetlights throughout theThetown.Candy
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Kelly Ingram Park Distinguished as “A Place of Revolution and Reconciliation,” historic Kelly Ingram Park serves as a threshold to the Civil Rights District. During the Civil Rights Movement, this public park be came the focal point of a grass roots resistance to the inhumani ties of racism and discrimination by law and by custom. Events which took place in Kelly Ingram Park vividly portrayed the reali ties of police dogs and fire hoses turned on marchers who gathered for civil rights demonstrations in the 1960’s. These images, which shocked the country and the world, proved to be instrumental in overturning legal segregation in the nation. Sculptures commis sioned for the park depict attacks on demonstrators, children jailed for their role in the protests, and a tribute to the clergy’s contribu tions to the movement. In sharp contrast to scenes from the 60’s all paths on Freedom Walk converge
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Birmingham’s ties to the Civil Rights Movement are as deep as the iron mines it was built on. During the Movement, Dr. King and other civil rights leaders se lected Birmingham as the staging ground for their protests. Their efforts in Birmingham created lasting change throughout the country.In2017, the Birmingham Civil Rights District was established as a National Monument. The Bir mingham Civil Rights National Monument does more than just acknowledge where we’ve been. It offers visitors a chance to cele brate where we’re going. Explore the Birmingham sites that helped galvanize the nation. In the Birmingham Museum of Art’s latest exhibition, Jacob Law rence’s The American Struggle series expresses the diverse but mutually linked fortunes of all Americans. This 30-piece series of paintings is intended to depict, in the artist’s words, “the struggles of a people to create a nation and their attempt to build a democra cy.” Sixteenth Street Baptist Church Worship services are held Sun days at 11 a.m. Tours by appoint ment. A significant part of the Civil Rights District, the newly ren ovated church is the site of the infamous 1963 bombing that killed four little girls and brought world condemnation of racial violence. Sixteenth Street continues its historical role as an open-door church welcoming cultural, educa tional and civic activities.
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Fourth Avenue Business District
The neighborhood developed as the city’s black business district in the early part of the 1900s. Forced out by Jim Crow segregation and white-owned stores that did not welcome them as customers, Afri can-American businessmen estab lished their own retail, social and cultural center here. Black-owned banks, mortuaries, movie theaters and nightclubs flourished along the corridor through the 1960s. Some continue to this day.
Formerly the A.G. Gaston Motel, this facility for many years pro vided Birmingham’s only firstclass lodging for African-Amer icans and served in the 1960s as a gathering place for civil rights leaders.
Memories
Alabama Penny Savings Bank
Now the Pythian Building, the Alabama Penny Savings Bank was Alabama’s first black-owned bank and the first of three banks in the nation owned and operated by African-Americans in the early 1900s.
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Tuxedo Junction Named for the streetcar crossing at Tuxedo Park, the junction came to national fame through the 1939 hit song “Tuxedo Junction” by Birmingham composer Erskine Hawkins. The second floor dance hall of the Nixon Building (1922) here was the social hub for Bir mingham’s black community in the 1920s and 30s. For more Alabamaon
A “living institution” which views the lessons of the past as a positive way to chart new direc tions for the future. BCRI’s perma nent exhibitions are a self-directed journey through the Birmingham Civil Rights Movement and hu man rights struggles. Multi-media exhibitions focus on the history of African-American life and the struggle for civil rights. Visitors experience for themselves the dra ma of this courageous story as it is told in the permanent galleries. The Human Rights Gallery takes the visitor Beyond Birmingham to look at human issues around the world. The institute is more than a museum; it is a center for education, research and discus sion about civil and human rights issues. Educational programs include workshops, lectures, traveling exhibitions and special events. Hours: are Tues.-Sat. 10-5, Sundaywww.bcri.org1-5
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Black’s shop has been recreated as part of the Old Wash ington Historic State Park. Old Washington is the head quarters of the American Bladesmith Society and they maintain a knife-making college at the site. Black’s knives are exceedingly rare and are prized by collectors. Several examples of early Bowie knives are on display at the Historic Arkansas Museum as part of the American Bladesmith Society collection.
Bowie.Knife”legendaryforBlackthetoArkansas,steadington,settlersone(1800-1872)ingtonEXHIBITANDBLACK:JAMESLIFELEGACY”HistoricWashStateParkWhattoknowJamesBlackwasoftheearlytoWashHempCounty,movingtheareabyearly1820s.isfamousforgingthe“BowieforJamesHislifeincludes many successes including a suc cessful career as a bladesmith, and public servant in the early years of Hempstead County, Arkansas. By the middle part of his life, he faced many tragedies, losing his family, career, and becoming a pauper. He later was known in the community of Washington as “Uncle Jimmy Black.” He went blind in his later years and was known for his ability to recount stories of early Hempstead County.
In this exhibit, learn more about the man behind the legend and stories of the “Bowie Knife.” Like many during his time, James Black moved west to Arkansas for new possibilities. He had successes and tragedies. Though he is best known for his blade making skills, there is more to his life that reflects the struggles of many on the frontier.
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James Black Forged
His name continues to be mentioned as part of the history of Washington, Arkansas and America. 103 Franklin Street Washington, AR 71862 James Black was born in Hackensack, New Jersey on 1 May 1800.[1] James’ mother died when he was very young and he had difficulty getting along with his stepmother. Black ran away from home to Philadelphia, Pennsyl vania at age 8 and was apprenticed to a silversmith.[1] At age 18 he migrated westward and took jobs on the Ohio and Mississippi rivers. About 1820 Black spent some time at Bayou Sara in Louisiana working as a ferryman and as a steamboat deckhand on the Red River which took him upstream to Fulton, Arkansas. Black left the boat and settled at a crossroads 14 miles northeast of Fulton that would later become Washington, Arkansas and Black’s permanent home.[1]
In 1996, Black was inducted into the American Blade smith Society Hall of Fame as an inauguree.[5]
The “Bowie knife” became an iconic American weapon in the mid-19th century, but few realize Arkansas’ con nection to its story. In 1830, knife-fighter Jim Bowie commissioned Arkan sas blacksmith James Black to forge the 12-inch blade. Bowie’s killing of three Texas assassins and his death at the Alamo made him, and the knife, legends. Black’s workshop in Washington, Ark. became inundated with requests from frontiersmen eager to own a “Bowie knife.”
Known as “Arkansas toothpicks”, Black’s knives were no toriously tough, yet flexible, and used a secret tempering process rumored to be Damascus steel. To date, Black’s forging technique hasn’t been duplicat ed.
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celebratingBeach-NADAYTOBEACHDaytonais a significant milestone in 2022 with the 30th tractscycledayrally.motorcycleeast’s13-16,onfest®BiketoberannualrallyOctoberSouthbestThefour-motor-rallyatmotorcycle enthusiasts to Daytona Beach and Volusia County area with beautiful Florida weather, live music, industry’s top vendors, bike shows, mo torcycle racing at Daytona International Speedway, and miles of scenic rides along famous A1A, historic Main Street or the scenic loop. For the 10th straight year, GEICO will serve as the official sponsor of Biketoberfest®.
“For three decades, motorcycle enthusiasts have gathered by the thousands in October in Daytona Beach for Biketoberfest® and we’re looking for ward to continuing that tradition in 2022,” said Lori Campbell Baker, Executive Director for the Daytona Beach Area CVB. “With venues stretching from iconic Main Street, Daytona International Speed way, Destination Daytona, Midtown, and points in between, riders will be able to explore a variety of activities and experiences during their visit to the destination.”TheOfficial
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More information is available on the official event website, Biketoberfest.org, including a list of area events, concerts, demo rides, places to stay, top sce nic rides, and more.
As motorcycle enthusiasts explore the area, they will want to make sure to check out Downtown Daytona Beach and the recently opened south end of the Riverfront Esplanade where they can visit the Veterans Memorial and the Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune bronze statue. When fully complete later this year, the Riverfront Esplanade will extend a mile along the Halifax River and include a prome nade along the water’s edge, running and walking rails, and landscaping designed to encourage relax ation and reflection including water features, shade tree and raised botanical gardens.
Biketoberfest® Welcome Center presented by GEICO will be at ONE DAY TONA, located directly across from DaytonaDaytonaSpeedwayInternationalDaytona(OneBlvd.,Beach, FL 32114). Along with forhelmetpokerposters,handingCentertheaboutinformationthearea,Welcomewillbeoutfreepins,chipsandstickersvisitors.
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Welcome to the Art & Soul of Savannah For centuries one of Savannah’s best-known gather ing places, City Market, is now a top attraction when in the Lowcountry.Builtin1755, Savannah’s famous City Market has been known as the heart of Savan nah for centuries. In the begin ning, City Market was where residents went shopping for groceries, services and other goods. Today, visitors and locals flock to City Market for popular restaurants, creative art spaces, unique shopping and so much more.
Visitors to Savannah’s City Market can find some of the best shopping in the city. Today, fine art, unique accessories, hand-crafted jewelry and local ly-made treats draw folks to this historic pedestrian paradise. Spend the afternoon collecting great souvenirs from your trip throughout all the local shops and boutiques. Eat & Drink in City Market Savannah’s food scene is known to be world-famous and extremely diverse, and City Market is no ex ception. From award-winning steak and seafood to pizza and cold beer, there’s something that appeals to everyone. In Savannah’s City Mar ket, you’ll find a British-style bakery, a continental café, copious amounts of sweets and even a daiquiri dis pensary City Market’s Art Center and Galleries Savannah’s City Market boasts some of the area’s finest arrays of art galleries featuring local, regional and national favorites. Looking for an immersive art experience? Head upstairs to the first-of-its-kind City Market Art Center where you can watch local artists in action as they create masterpieces in the heart of Savannah. For More >ClickGeorgiaonHere
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BOGALUSA – Lieutenant Governor Billy Nun gesser and the Louisiana Office of Tourism recently dedicated the seventh marker along the Louisiana Civil Rights Trail. This marker recognizes the Rob ert “Bob” Hicks House, located at 924 Robert “Bob” Hicks Street in Bogalusa.
The first series of Louisiana Civil Rights Trail markers were installed at Little Union Baptist Church in Shreveport, Dooky Chase’s Restaurant in New Orleans, and the Louisiana Old State Cap itol and A.Z. Young Park in Baton Rouge. In 2022, a second series of marker have been installed at McDonogh 19 Elementary School in New Orleans and the Louisiana Maneuvers and Military Muse um in ThesePineville.markers are placed in cities and towns across Louisiana that depict the significant role the state played in shaping American history during the 1950s and 60s. The dynamic life-sized Civil Rights Trail markers provide a compelling interac tive experience for visitors that makes them feel a part of the civil rights journey. The Louisiana Civil Rights Trail markers are striking life-sized metal figure markers cut from steel and stand over six feet tall and weigh over 200 lbs.
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The Robert “Bob” Hicks House served as the base of operations for the Bogalusa Civil Rights Movement. It was a regular meeting place for the officers of the Bogalusa Civic and Voters League (BCVL) and the local Chapter of the Congress of Racial Equality (CORE). The house was a safe place for civil rights workers and served as an emergen cy triage station. The breakfast room became the communications center for the Bogalusa Chapter of the Deacons of Defense and Justice, an armed self-defense group who protected civil rights workers from violence. The living room was an unofficial office for the civil rights attorneys who pioneered groundbreaking lawsuits in education, housing, and employment. In 2015, the Robert “Bob” Hicks House was listed on the National Reg ister of Historic Places. “We are proud to tell the extraordinary story of Robert ‘Bob’ Hicks and the importance of his house. It’s amazing that the family continued to live in the house with all of the civil rights activities going on around them,” said Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser. “It’s a privilege to honor Mr. Hicks, his family, and all those from Bogalusa who strived to make rights real in Louisiana.” Hicks is best known for his leadership in found ing the Bogalusa Chapter of the Deacons for Defense and Justice. He later served as president and vice president of the Bogalusa Civic and Voters League. In August 1967, Hicks joined civil rights activists A.Z. Young and Gayle Jenkins to lead the Bogalusa to Baton Rouge March, referred to as the “105-mile gauntlet.” While facing substantial opposition requiring protection from National Guardsmen and police, the march grew from 25 to 600 people during the journey.
The Louisiana Civil Rights Trail brings together the events of the 1950s and 1960s that placed the
The Louisiana Civil Rights Trail informs, inspires, and invites visitors to experience and explore Louisiana’s prominent role in the Civil Rights Movement. The trail reveals inside stories and examines the civil rights era from culture and commerce to deseg regation and protests and confrontations. Two years in the making, the Louisiana Civil Rights Trail was developed with community vision and public submissions from across theTwenty-twostate. meetings were held in every region of the state and university scholars and subject matter experts reviewed all submissions. Like the fight for Civil Rights, the work of the Louisiana Civil Rights Trail is ongoing. To learn more about the unique and important history of the movement in the State of Louisiana or to nominate a site, a person or an activity for inclusion, visit LouisianaCivilRightsTrail.com.
state of Louisiana at the center of the nation al Civil Rights Movement and narrates the compelling stories and experiences of the people who dedicated themselves and their lives to making civil rights real in Louisiana.
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Glorious racecars from by gone eras spend their Labor Day Weekend at Lime Rock Park doing what they were made to do: Go racing. The fun begins Sept. 1 and contin ues through Sept. 5 Enjoy vintage car racing at its best. Now in its 40th year, the Historic Festival at Lime Rock Park opens on Thurs day with the Vintage Race Car & Sports Car Parade in the afternoon. This 17-mile tour through the local towns culminates in a free street fair in the charming town of Falls Village. The featured racing class this year will be Historic TransThen,Am.continue your nostal gic journey through time and enjoy three days of authentic vintage car racing with prac tice and qualifying on Friday and a full day of competition on Saturday and Labor Day Monday. On Friday, Saturday and Monday, the Festival is an opportunity for families to find a grassy spot on one of the various viewing areas and enjoy the excitement on the track. Grab a sandwich from the concession stands or pack a picnic. We have wideopen spaces and spectator hillsides, no grandstands, no bleachers. Of the Festival’s highlights, the Sunday in the Park Con cours d’Elegance and Gath ering of the Marques allows spectators the opportunity to stroll the track while admir ing the cars. This year, we’re commem orating the upcoming 70th anniversary of the Corvette with an extensive and un precedented display of Cor vette concept cars, sponsored by Corvette, together with a display of significant compe tition Corvettes. On Sunday, they’ll be joined by produc tion Corvettes of all generations. For a list of admission pric es and for more information , visit events/historic-festival-40https://www.ctvisit.com/ For More Connecticuton >Click Here
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outhern Delaware Tourism (SDT) and Sussex County history and heritage tourism partners have created Fall for our History, a three-month celebration of Sussex County heritage to take place this September, October and November. This promotion is aimed at encouraging visitors to extend their fall weekend stays in order to take advantage of the many history focused events, tours, and attractions available during the autumn months. Southern Delaware museums, attractions, events, and tours spotlight Native American his tory, agricultural history, maritime and military history, natural history, industrial history, archi tectural history, social history, aviation history, railroad history, and more. Sussex County’s charming towns each have their own fascinating tales - war stories, tales of political intrigue, stories of pirates and shipwrecks and buried booty, and even some tales that listeners might prefer not to hear after dark.
“Our area has a rich history dating back to well before the colonial period that visitors and even many locals are not aware of,” says Scott Thomas, Southern Delaware Tourism’s Executive Director. “This promotion gives us the opportunity to work with our partners, including hotels, chambers of commerce, museums, attractions, tour operators, state parks, and event and festival organizers, to highlight this history and all of the heritage assets that we’re so fortunate to enjoy throughout Sussex County.” In conjunction with tourism partners, SDT has consolidated history-related events scheduled for the fall months into a Fall for Our History webpage where history buffs can mix and match events, tours, and venues to plan visits based on their specific interests. The site also includes museum listings and a link to antiques shopping itineraries. The webpage can be found at www. visitsoutherndelaware.com/fall-for-history . “This is a great way to remind our visitors and local res idents that fascinating History is in Reach of our Beach,” says Thomas.
Fall for History
Southern Delaware Tourism supports and encourages the identification, development and promotion of sustainable, year-round tourism in Southern Delaware that contributes to economic growth and improves the quality of life. For more information, call Southern Delaware Tourism at 302-856-1818 or visit their website, www.Visit SouthernDelaware.com. For more information on >CLICKDelawareHERE
BOSTON - Beyond King Tut: The Immersive Expe rience is a groundbreaking exhibition from National Geographic that’s having its world premiere at SoWa Power Station in Boston. Running through October 2, 2022, Beyond King Tut unlocks the 3,300 year old story of King Tut in an immersive show experience in nine galleries. Think of it as time-travel back 3,000 years ago, to the 18th dynasty when King Tut ruled and gods like Ra and Anubis were worshiped by all. The Revolution Hotel is fortunate to be the ho tel located closest to the exhibition. It’s less than a 10-minute stroll from the property to this amazing experience that brings ancient Egyptian history to life.Anyone inspired to learn even more about the world of Ancient Egypt can head for the nearby Museum of Fine Arts in the Fenway neighborhood, which has one of the most extensive collections of Egyptian antiquities in the world. To welcome visitors to Boston to this landmark event, The Revolution Hotel has unveiled its Experi ence King Tut package, a groundbreaking immersive exhibition paired with one-of-a-kind accommoda tions located just minutes away.
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The Revolution Hotel is a 177-room bou tique hotel has redefined the concept of a stylish yet remarkably affordable lodging option in the heart of the city. The visionary, art-filled property opened in 2018 and is a celebration of all-things Boston with a focus on providing value and convenience. It hosts Kohi Coffee Co., a walk-up coffee shop that originated in Provincetown, MA, as well as Cósmica, a Cal-Mex restaurant that serves dinner and weekend brunch. For business travelers and those combining work and pleasure, the hotel provides a unique com munal co-working space playfully named Conspire, and an intimate conference room for six dubbed The Think Tank. The Revolu tion offers a 24-hour fitness center and free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. Dogs are wel come for a $25 fee per stay.
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The Revolution Hotel is located in Boston’s vibrant South End, walking distance to the Back Bay, and close to public transportation. It is redefining the hotel concept in Boston with smartly designed yet very affordable lodging aimed at cost-conscious travelers, families and small groups, from Revolution Loft Suites to Triples, Quads and Bath InRoom and Bath Down-The-Hall options. The hotel was given the Honor Award in the 2021 Hospitality Design Awards by the Boston Society for Architecture (BSA). The Revolution Hotel is owned by the Mount Vernon Company and operated by Olympia Hotel Management. therevolutionhotel.com
Rumford Fireplace
The last but not least invention of Sir Benjamin was the Rumford Fireplace. A little throwback to history – from February 9, 1734 till 1765, Concord was known as “Rumford,” from which Sir Ben jamin Thompson, Count Rumford took his title. In fact, he named one of his inventions after for mer-Concord – Rumford Fire place. When Rumford fireplace was invented by Thompson in the 1790s, it created a worldwide sen sation, the new fireplace had un known before features – he came up with the idea of restricting the chimney opening to increase the up draught. He and his workers changed fireplaces by inserting bricks into the hearth to make the side walls angled, and they added a choke to the chimney to create a circulation of air inside the chimney. Now, the fireplaces became shallower and smaller, while reflecting much more heat into the room.
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First American Alarm Clock
Although some of us would call an alarm clock a not-so-good invention (we are in the same boat, don’t wor ry), but it has a long and interesting history. The first alarm clock may have originated with Leonardo Da Vinci. But it was Levi Hutchins, who invented the first American alarm clock. Levi Hutchins was an Ameri can watchmaker from Concord, NH. His alarm clock, created in 1787, was a 29 x 14” timepiece with a cabinet made of pine, and had the internal mechanism of a brass clock. An inter esting fact – his alarm could only ring one time per day at 4 AM, and that was when he would begin his day. Hutches lived to the age of 94, who knows, maybe 4 AM wake-up calls were his secret to longevity. Want to try? For More on New
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-- Lambertville Station Restau rant and Inn, a member of Gene sis Hospitality, will host its first annual Fall Fest Saturday, October 22 and Sunday, October 23, 2022. This free festival is open to the public and welcomes fun-seekers from 10 am – 6 pm, rain or shine.
Genesis ExperienceHospitalitytwodays full of fall fun along the banks of the Delaware River. The Station’s Fall Fest community celebration will offer games, family activities, delicious food, a beer garden, and live music. Take in the brilliant foliage and breathtaking views as you browse through tables of local businesses, vendors and artisans showcasing their unique services, products, and creative arts and crafts. This Fall Fest will take place on the grounds of the Lambertville Station Restaurant and Inn, a his toric restored 19th-century train station located at 11 Bridge St, Lambertville, New Jersey. Named the most picturesque small town in New Jersey by USA Today and one of America’s 15 prettiest towns by Forbes, Lambertville is a quaint town that sits right along the Delaware River in Hunterdon County, NJ. It is about an hour’s drive from Philadelphia and North Jersey and a short walk over the bridge that connects New Hope, PA, to Lambertville, providing an Insta gram-worthy photo-op.
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About Lambertville Station Restaurant and Inn Lambertville Station Restaurant and Inn, in operation since 1984, features an award-winning fine dining restaurant with seasonal menus that incorporate fresh, locally-grown and sourced ingre dients and a wine cellar with a collection of boutique wines. Dine inside a restored 19th-century train station or al fresco on the terrace with breathtaking views of rolling hills and the Delaware River just a few feet away. The Inn boasts a stately elegant 46 con temporary rooms or suites with sophisticated furnishings and stunning views. Host your private event in one of the many event spaces, from intimate corporate functions to the elegant riverfront wedding of your dreams. To learn more about this festi val and the available spaces for vendors and food trucks, visit the Lambertville Station Restaurant and Inn website at www.lambert villestation.com.
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BRONX—From September 17 through October 30, 2022, The New York Botanical Garden presents NYBG Fall-O-Ween, a celebration of the autumn sea son with an array of attractions and activities for all ages. Visi tors can experience pumpkins and gourds galore, an NYBG Beer Garden, and a self-guided tour of disappearing plants. Other offerings include pump kin displays, pumpkin carving, and Halloween weekends, Spooky Nights, and more Special weekends during FallO-Ween provide even more to see and do—beginning at the start of the fall season with Bales & Ales, a day of brews, music, lawn games, and handson gardening and craftmaking, and culminating at the end of October with the return of Giant Pumpkins. On select evenings, Spooky Nights offer Hallow een-themed entertainment for adults and children alike, such as live music dance par ties, a trick-or-treat trail, and a shadow puppet show. Tickets for NYBG Fall-O-Ween, for all the special weekends, and for Spooky Nights are on sale now at fall-o-ween-2022/.https://www.nybg.org/event/
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By Robin O’Neal SmithBy Robin O’Neal Smith gardens are beautiful, and they have fantastic throughout the grounds. shows are amazing, especially the illuminated night shows.
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The three-year, $90 million revamp made Longwood Garden the most extensive fountain garden in the US.
The Behind The Fountains Tour
Pierre du Pont admired water gardens when he visited around the world and wanted to bring them to the garden he built near Philadelphia at Kennett Square.
Pierre designed the centerpiece fountain garden with Italian, French, and English countryside design elements. The foun tains were unveiled in 1931 and continued working with original pumps, lights, and pipes until 2014. It was his last major con struction project before his death.
earlier, 400 old fountain jets were restored during the renovation and are still used. They added 1,340 new jets that rotate in a circle, move side to side, and from front to back. Unique to Longwood are jets that form a basketweave pattern of water. These jets are programmed underground
Renovations to the fountains began in 2014 and were completed in 2017. The five-acre main Fountain Garden space was meticulously preserved, and the old equipment once considered groundbreak ing engineering was brought into the 21st century by adding state-of-the-art theatrics. During the renovation, more than 4,000 pieces of stone were removed, cleaned, restored, or replaced and then installed back into the main fountain garden. They carefully removed nearly 400 old fountain jets and repaired them.
September, 2022 ~ ExtendedWeekendGetaways | -85I live in Pennsylvania but had never visited until July. My husband and I drove across the state, enjoyed a day in the gar dens, took in the fountain shows, and participated in a “Behind the Fountains” tour. The tour was excellent, and I learned many details about the fountains’ history and how they created the fantastic fountain shows.Longwood Gardens hosted our visit to the gardens. All opinions are my own.
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When you visit Longwood Gardens, you see all the beautiful flowers and the gorgeous fountains, but you don’t see the work that goes into creating the fountain shows. The “Behind The Fountains” Tour gives you a glimpse of the work that goes into the fountains and the engineering and infrastructure hidden underground. The behind-the-scenes tour permits you to experience the Main Fountain Garden from the inside and explore the inner workings of the largest fountain garden in the United States.
Your tour begins above ground and de scends into the vast tunnel system under the fountains. The guided tour is approximately an hour long, and you will learn how they create a gorgeous entertaining experience.Itwasinteresting to see how they pro gram the jets and the fountain presenta tions to the music making the water spin, spiral, and shoot 175 feet in the air. You will see the myriad of pipes, pumps, and other equipment used for the foun tains and the presentations. It is sort of mind-boggling how it all comes together
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ExtendedWeekendGetaways ~ September, 2022 thanks to a system of tunnels stretching a quarter of a mile beneath the fountains. Fountain choreographers use 3D software to visualize the choreography on a computer before programming theEachfountains.fountain has a pump. In total, 31,865 gallons of water are pumped per minute Previously when something broke and need ed repair, they would have to dig up the ground surrounding the fountain. Now repairs are made out of sight in the tunnels.
NOTE: The Behind The Foun tain tour requires the ability to climb several flights of stairs and is not accessible by wheelchairs or other mobility devices. You must be at least 11 years old to partic ipate, and young adults ages 11 through 16 must be accompanied by an adult. The Fountain Shows Watching the fountain show is truly magical. There are fountain shows during the day, but the il luminated fountains are the high light. There are 1,389 LED lights on display with infinite color combinations as part of the show, and 31,865 gallons of water per minute is pumped, sprayed, etc., during the show. Jets propel water up to 175 feet in the air, and there are also 30 propane flame nozzles on top of 10-foot high water jets. These are lit off and on during the shows.Thefountains perform daily throughout the summer. You can visit the Gardens from 9 AM to 6 PM Sunday through Wednesday and 9 AM to 10 PM Thursday throughThroughoutSaturday.theday, the Open Air Theatre Fountain Shows come alive to music every two hours, starting at 10:15 AM. The foun tains spout and spray to the tune of the music. The Main Fountain Garden Performances occur every two hours starting at 11:15 AM. These giant water performances send streams of water throughout the air from 1,719 jets. These enormous fountains can easily spray spectators. Standing five or ten feet from the fountains is best unless you want to be soaked. Enjoy the spectacular nighttime Illuminated Fountain Performanc es in the main fountain garden every Thursday through Sunday at 9:15 PM. The magnificent Fes tival of Fountains is in full swing every Thursday through Saturday, starting at dusk through Septem ber 25, 2022. This illuminated wa ter show will highlight time spent at Longwood Gardens. Take a blanket or chair to sit and watch the colorful 30-minute show as water in all shapes and heights combined with various colors and music for a spectacular event. They have more than 25 themed shows, so you can see a different show each visit.
Nowhere else in the world is there a setting that marries foun tains, theater, and gardens togeth er—the Longwood Garden Main Fountain Garden is the finest per formance fountain in the world. If you want to see the workings of the fountains close up and learn how they make the magic, then the Behind the Fountain tour is for you. Plan to stay into the evening to experience the illuminated fountains.
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-88- | ExtendedWeekendGetaways ~ September, 2022 Pike County was formed on December 19, 1821. The county was named for General Zebulon M. Pike, a U. S. Army officer and explorer who dis covered Pike’s Peak. The first known permanent settlement in Pike County was made in 1790 at the mouth of Sycamore Creek. a town was laid out in the early spring of 1824 and named Pikeville after the county. From 1863-1891 the Hatfield-McCoy Feud played a huge part in Pike County’s history. The McCoys generally hailed from the Kentucky side of the Tug River and the Hatfields from the West Virginia side. However, during the feud both fam ilies shared space on either side of the Tug The origins of the feud between the Hatfields and the McCoys are obscure. Some attribute it to hostilities formed during the American Civil War, in which the McCoys were Unionists and the Hatfields were Confederates. Others agree with Rand’l McCoy’s belief that a Hatfield stole one of his hogs in 1878. However, although animosities had built up and occasional fights had broken out, the first major bloodletting did not occur until 1882. One story tells when Ellison Hatfield was mortally shot in a brawl with McCoys and, in revenge, the Hatfields kidnapped and execut ed three McCoy brothers—Tolbert, Phamer, and Randolph, Jr. These murders sharpened the backwoods war fare, and thereafter Hatfields and McCoys repeat edly ambushed and killed one another. Hatfields arrested in their home county and McCoys arrest ed in their home county were invariably released or acquitted of their deeds because of their respec tive local support and influence. Fighting reached a climax in 1888. On New Year’s Day a group of Hatfields led by Jim Vance attacked the home of patriarch Rand’l McCoy, missing him but shooting dead a son and a
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September, 2022 ~ ExtendedWeekendGetaways | -89daughter and burning his houses. In retaliation, a posse of McCoys and neighbours, headed by a Pike county deputy sheriff, made successive raids across the border into West Virginia, killing Vance and at least three others, battling with a West Virginia posse, and eventually rounding up nine of the Hatfield clan for indictment and trial in Kentucky.WestVirginia filed suit in federal court, charging kidnapping and lawlessness; Ken tucky defended the abduction; and news papers all over the country began carrying front-page stories of the feud and sending in reporters. Finally, in May 1888, a divided U.S. Supreme Court ruled (in Plyant Mahon v. Abner Justice, jailer of Pike County, Ky.) that Kentucky had the legal right to detain the accused for trial. The trials, later in the year, resulted in one sentence of death by hanging and eight sentences of imprisonment. Although there were flare-ups thereafter, notably in 1896–97, the feuding gradually abated and had ended by the second decade of the 20th century. The Hat field-McCoy legend was embellished by a brief love affair about 1880 between Johnson (“Johnse”) Hatfield and Rose Anna McCoy—an affair that was opposed and eventually broken up by the McCoys. Newspapers turned it into a Romeo-and-Juliet romance. For more information or a free driving tour brochure of the Hatfield-McCoy feud sites call 606 432-5063 or nominal(andirector@tourpikecounty.comemailaudioisavailableforafee.)OntheHatfields&McCoysDrivingTour,visittheactuallocationsofAmerica’smostfamousfeud.TheHatfield-McCoyDrivingTourGuideprovidesyouadetailedmapofthefeudsites,aswellashistoricalbackground.TheHatfieldandMcCoyfeudwasafightthatlastedoverthreedecades,(andevenlongerifyoucounttheactualdisdainthetwofamiliesgenerallyhadforeachother)claiminglivesupanddowntheW.Virginia/Kentukyborder.CenteredonastretchoflandcalledtheTugFork,thetwofamiliesbeganabloodyfeudbeganwiththemurderofaUnionsoliderontheMcCoyside,butescalatedovertheownershipofapig.
For Land of Oz information, call 800-514-3849 or visit www.landofoznc.com/. The Land of Oz was a fully functioning theme park that operated between 1970-1980. The brainchild of designer Jack Pentes and built by Grover Robbins and his brothers Harry and Spencer through their company Carolina Carib bean Corporation, Land of Oz would be a top-quality experience during its first five seasons. After a fire that was set to Emerald City in 1975, the park would be rebuilt under new manage ment from the 1976 season until it closed in the fall of 1980. Between 1985 and 1988, parts of the park were demolished due to exces sive vandalism and decay. Included in this was the Emerald City amphi theater stage, gift shops, and balloon ride. However, much of the park was saved including the Gale farmhouse, barn, and most of the yellow brick road. Starting in 1988, a reunion of original park employees, known as the “Ozzies,” ignited the yearly re-openings which has since become known as the Autumn at Oz Festival. Funds from this, and other events, have gone back into restoring and maintaining the park for future generations.
The land that you heard of once in a Builtlullaby…atthe end of the 60s, this magical theme park retold the story of Dorothy through iconic landmarks, captivat ing performances and even a colorful 24-ballon ride which provided visi tors with spectacular bird’s eye views of the surrounding land. The park opened in 1970 and operated to 1980. Today, The Land of Oz is available for personal tours, birthday parties and private functions. Learn the history of the original 1970’s Land of Oz as you skip down the Yellow Brick Road and visit some of the park’s main attrac tions like the Gale Kansas Farm, the Judy Garland Memorial Overlook and the tornado cellar.
A three-day Autumn at Oz celebration is held in September a tour of the park, arts and craft vendors and live performances. This year the attraction is observing over 50 years with not one, but THREE full fun-filled weekends. The dates are Sept. 9-11, 16-18 and 23-25. So have a heart, have a brain, and have some courage. Make plans now for a journey over the rainbow to the very pinnacle of Beech Mountain. The historic Land of Oz awaits. Located in Beech Mountain, in Western North Car olina, and built at a cost of $5 million dollars ($34 million today), the park drew generations of tourists into its magical perimeters. The original owner of this NC attraction was also the owner of another highly successful NC attraction, The Great Tweetsie Railroad.
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Currently, while Land of Oz is not a fully function ing theme park, it offers many public events that celebrate the magic and legacy of all things Oz!
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September, 2022 ~ ExtendedWeekendGetaways | -91For More on North >ClickCarolinaHere Travel Over the Rainbow to Beech Mountain, North Carolina and cele brate Land of Oz’s annual Autumn at Oz Festival - one of the world’s larg est Wonderful Wizard of Oz events! NEW for 2022! • 3 full weekends (instead of only 3 •days.New Emerald City Layout • Vignette Show at the Witch’s Castle • Restoration of the Tornado See it brought back to its original 1970’s psychedelic glory! • General Admission - $55 • Ages 2 & under are FREE • More information at www.landofoznc.com/autumnatoz
Gumdrop Mountains and Molasses Swamps are the places of fairytales and board games. Though you can’t visit these places in real life, your sweetest dreams can still come true.
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Candy Land Sweet Getaways in the U.S.A.
By Sarah Miller Freelance Writer
Of course there’s also Her sheypark, for Chocolatiersiasts.thrill-seeking,chocolate-loving,rollercoasterenthuDineatHersheypark’sTheforamealandlet’s not forget, dessert–Chocolate Fun-Due, Reese’s pea nut-butter style cheesecake, and an Over the Top Hershey’s Milkshake.
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Now time for visions of sugar plums (or choc olate) to dance in your head. For an overnight stay, Hotel Hershey, a “Historic Hotel of Ameri ca,” offers sweet dreams. The on-site spa even provides whipped cocoa baths and cocoa facials.
Indulge in a luxurious, decadent overnight chocolate stay in a historic hotel, or take a fun-filled candy tour. These sacrine-inspired spots are sure to whisk you away faster than you can say, “Willy Wonka.” Chocolate World Hershey, Pennsylvania Stop downtown for a kiss, a Hershey’s Chocolate Kiss. Chocolate lovers prepare to melt at the pure whimsy that is Hershey. Pennsylvania. Drive under street lights shaped like Hershey Kisses, and turn down “Chocolate Avenue.” That’s where you’ll find out how it all started at The Hershey Story muse um. Located in downtown Hershey, the museum celebrates Milton S. Her shey, the candy maker and olate-makingcandyphilanthropist.Hershey,acaramel-maker,sawachocmachineat the 1893 World’s Fair in Chicago. He bought the contraption for his factory in Lancaster, Pennsylva nia, and by 1900 the Her shey’s Milk Chocolate Bar was born. America’s first mass-produced chocolate bar now calls Hershey, Pennsylvania home. Next stop, Hershey’s Chocolate World. Enter an immersive journey into cocoa bliss. Board Her shey’s Chocolate Tour, a dark ride that transports from the tropical cocoa bean to the factory. Feel the warmth and smell the melting chocolate. See how chocolates are made, and laugh with the silly animatronic cows. After the ride, savor a free sam ple of, yes, chocolate. In Chocolate World, guests can create their own candy bars. Or, stuff a peanut butter cup with a choice of fillings. “Hershey’s Unwrapped,” is a theatrical production about the science and art of chocolate tasting. In 2023, the 50th Celebration will bring an expansion with new attractions.
Nevadaca,M&M’sLocationsMallofAmeriMinnesotaM&M’sLasVegas,M&M’sNewYorkM&M’sDisneySprings, Florida Candy-coated M&Ms “melt in your mouth, not in your hands.” These fun, fashionable chocolates started out with an im portant function. In 1941, from their factory in Newark, New Jersey, Forrest Mars Sr. and partner Bruce Murrie (Murrie and Mars, hence the name M&M)–introduced World War II soldiers to the cheerful chocolate candies. Mars, whose father founded the Mars candy em pire, got his idea during the late 1930s while watch ing Spanish Civil War soldiers eating similar coated chocolate pellets. His new M&Ms were coated in five colors of tempered hard candy and packaged in pocket-size cardboard tubes that fit perfectly in GI cargo pants.
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Like a lollipop, Carl Hammond’s journey into candy making took many colorful twists and turns. He left school to work at a candy factory. Shortly after he was drafted into service, and then he re turned to candy making. Now visitors can learn about his sweet legacy at Hammond’s in Denver, Colorado. Watch lollipops, candy canes and other treats pulled and twisted by hand–the same way Carl Hammond made them in the 1920’s. Follow the story on overhead screens with facts about The Mile High City and Hammond’s Candies.The free factory tour also offers a fresh-from-the-factory, sweet treat.
ExtendedWeekendGetaways ~ September, 2022 Today M&M’s have reached stardom status. While you can’t take a factory tour, you can en ter the rainbow of worldwide M&M retail stores. For an extended weekend getaway, visit the first M&M’s location in Las Vegas. Or visit, M&Ms Mall of America, New York, or Disney Springs locations. Gape at the floor to ceiling rainbow candy walls. Snap photos with your favorite white-gloved M&M mascot, or create a personalized M&M. Each loca tion has its own local style–Vegas has a replica of Kyle Busch’s 18 M&M’s sponsored NASCAR, and Disney Springs has Mickey-inspired M&M mer chandise.
After latesEthelheinventedMarsM&M’s,laterfoundedM’sChoco(namedfor his mother) just outside Las Ve gas. Celebrating 40 years, visitors can take a self-guidedfreetour in the newly-renovat ed Henderson, Ne vada, production plant. Spy inside Ethel’s kitchen where pecan brittle is made by hand daily. Or, watch small batches of chocolates being filled with caramels, peanut butter and creams. Find time to take a chocolate making/ tasting class, then wander Ethel’s on-site desert botanical grounds and restaurant.
zled dare to try two jelly beans that look exactly alike but taste complete ly different–Tutti Frutti or Stinky Socks? Would you accept the chal lenge? Whatever your preference, spend hours at the expansive Museum Experience, Jelly Belly Factory Tours, and the new Jelly Belly Train Ride. Dining, shopping, and of course, plenty of Jelly Bellies.
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Twenty-four-year-old Gustav Goelitz started his candy company in 1869 in Illinois. His family car ried on the torch– or butter creams and candy corns–in this case. Today, the company still produc es candy corn, but Jelly Bellies as well. Gustave probably could’ve never predicted his family busi ness would create far out jelly bean flavors like Buttered Popcorn, Cotton Candy, and Toasted Marshmallow.Nottomention, the BeanBoo-
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The original building was torn down in 1905 and a new build ing was erected using the old lumber. The new building was twice the size of the first and it was the first building to feature exterior and interior murals constructed mainly of corn. The murals have traditionally de picted agricultural scenes and other depictions of South Dako ta life. The exterior murals are replaced or updated annually. The interior murals are changed every 15-20 years as they are not exposed to weather and can last much longer.
T he first Corn Pal ace in Mitchell was built in 1892, two blocks south of its present location on Main street. Its purpose was to attract settlers to South Dakota, which had achieved statehood just three years prior. The Corn Palace was also intended to be a tribute to agriculture. It was not the first and not the only such building of its time. According to Lon Tonesson, editor of “The Dakota Farmer,” at least 34 corn palaces were built in 24 towns across the Midwest between 1880 and 1930. Only the Mitchell Corn Palace remains. The original 1892 Corn Palace building cost $1,500 and took 60 days to build. Today, the build ing costs the city of Mitchell approximately $130,000 annual ly to operate.
Each year, the people of Mitch ell and the surrounding area celebrated the fall harvest with week-long festival called Corn Palace week. There were car nival rides and food and craft booths set up along main street. Big name entertainment was hired to perform inside. The event is still held every August. By 1905, it was clear that the Corn Palace was a success as a tourist attraction and entertain ment venue. It was also clear that the original building wasn’t large enough to accommodate all the activities and events that could potentially be held there.
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The Corn Palace has seen many renovations and upgrades and con tinues to be used for various event year-round. As Mitchell’s civic au ditorium and event center, it’s home to basketball games, high school dances, banquets, dance recitals, rodeos and musical acts.
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City leaders in 1905 also wanted to convince the state of South Dakota that Mitchell should replace Pierre as the state capitol and believed that a new Corn Palace would be a good selling point.
September, 2022 ~ ExtendedWeekendGetaways | -97Today For more on South >CLICKDakotaHERE The art and architecture of the Corn Palace are the build ing’s main attraction. For more information, visit https://cornpalace.com/
