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Posts for August 2015

Behind the Scenes Access at U.S. Nationals

Posted on August 31, 2015 at 05:30 AM by Stephanie Porter

It is officially race week in Hendricks County as the 61st running of the Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals is less than a week away, but preparations to host the event at Lucas Oil Raceway in Brownsburg began before the gates closed around this ... read more
Tags:  drag racing,  family fun,  Lucas Oil Raceway,  NHRA,  things to do,  U.S. Nationals
Posted In:  Brownsburg,  events,  family,  motorsports,  sports

September Run/Walk Event Primer

Posted on August 27, 2015 at 07:52 PM by Beth Fife

Ready, Set, Go! It's time to mark your September calendar with a running /walking event. Hendricks County offers at least one event every weekend this month. The support of family/friends motivates you to cross that finish line. However, ... read more
Tags:  Chateau Thomas Winery,  exercise,  fall activities,  fundraiser,  Hendricks County Courthouse Square,  Hummel Park,  Natural Valley Ranch,  North Salem Old Fashion Days,  parks,  rail trail,  running,  things to do,  Washington Township Park,  weekend activities,  wine
Posted In:  Avon,  Brownsburg,  Danville,  events,  fall activities,  North Salem,  Plainfield,  recreation,  sports

Old Fashion Days to Celebrate 40 Years

Posted on August 26, 2015 at 07:52 PM by Eric Ivie

Tucked away in the northwest corner of Hendricks County is tiny North Salem , home to somewhere between 500 and 600 people, making it one of the smallest towns in the county. Big things come in small packages, though, as over Labor Day weekend -- ... read more
Tags:  antiques,  breakfast,  children's activities,  family fun,  festival,  live music,  North Salem Old Fashion Days,  parade,  Perillo's Pizzeria,  running,  things to do,  weekend activities
Posted In:  events,  family,  North Salem,  shopping

Weekend Primer: Aug. 28-30

Posted on August 25, 2015 at 07:54 PM by Meghan Stritar

The Fall Season is slowly making it's way to central Indiana. This weekend should be a great mix of cool nights and warm days, and Hendricks County is offering ways to enjoy both. Looking to Relax? Kick off the weekend with great rock music from ... read more
Tags:  Avon Town Hall Park,  biking,  cars,  Chateau Thomas Winery,  children's activities,  family fun,  hiking,  live music,  parks,  things to do,  Washington Township Park,  weekend activities
Posted In:  Avon,  Brownsburg,  events,  family,  hikes & bikes,  Plainfield,  recreation

What You Need to Know For U.S. Nationals

Posted on August 24, 2015 at 07:57 PM by Crystal Paschal

My favorite event in Hendricks County is almost here! At the beginning of September, the biggest and best event in all of drag racing will once again return to Brownsburg's Lucas Oil Raceway. If you've never been, you absolutely have to ... read more
Tags:  drag racing,  Lucas Oil Raceway,  NHRA,  things to do,  U.S. Nationals
Posted In:  Brownsburg,  events,  family,  motorsports,  sports

Just 4 Fun Recreation Center Offers Fun for Whole Family

Posted on August 20, 2015 at 07:54 PM by Stephanie Porter

On a recent road trip with my family, we were quick to notice that there were several busy recreation centers in every town. With the lake shore so near, my family couldn't quite understand why so many were gathered to play mini-golf. They ... read more
Tags:  children's activities,  family fun,  games,  things to do
Posted In:  attractions,  family,  Plainfield,  recreation

Weekend Primer: Aug. 20-23

Posted on August 18, 2015 at 07:59 PM by David Ayers

In the sky and on stage, there will be plenty to see and enjoy this weekend around Hendricks County. And, as usual, the Primer is featuring all of the details you'll need to take it all in. Little Bit of Country What better way to start your ... read more
Tags:  animals,  Arbuckle Acres Park,  family fun,  live music,  McCloud Nature Park,  parks,  Sodalis Nature Park,  things to do,  weekend activities
Posted In:  attractions,  Brownsburg,  events,  family,  North Salem,  Plainfield

Discovering Your Roots in Hendricks County

Posted on August 17, 2015 at 07:57 PM by Crystal Paschal

Over the years, Hendricks County has become know for things like auto racing, family fun and our talented local artisans. It can be easy to forget that we also have a history that dates back many generations. One of the great ways to discover our ... read more
Tags:  Hendricks County Historical Museum,  things to do
Posted In:  Avon,  Brownsburg,  Danville,  history & education,  Plainfield

The Big Go Block Party Returns Aug. 25

Posted on August 17, 2015 at 03:13 AM by Meghan Stritar

Editor's Note: This information is for the 2015 Big Go Block Party Event. The date for the 2016 event is Tuesday, Aug. 23. For more information on the 2016 event, click here . There are events in life that are BIG and exciting: weddings, ... read more
Tags:  cars,  drag racing,  family fun,  John Force Racing,  live music,  Lucas Oil Raceway,  NHRA,  things to do,  U.S. Nationals
Posted In:  Brownsburg,  events,  family,  motorsports,  sports
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