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Posts for August 2016

Top 10: Reasons to Run/Walk in Hendricks County

Posted on August 30, 2016 at 02:07 AM by Beth Fife

Now that the dog days of summer seem to be ending and moderate fall weather is fast approaching, it's the perfect opportunity to utilize Hendricks County 's parks and trails. Runners and walkers of all abilities can easily find a course to ... read more
Tags:  running,  McCloud Nature Park,  Arbuckle Acres Park,  Washington Township Park,  Sodalis Nature Park,  Ellis Park,  Blanton Woods,  Avon Town Hall Park,  Hummel Park,  Williams Park,  biking,  exercise,  fall activities,  rail trail,  Vandalia Trail,  things to do,  family fun,  playground
Posted In:  Avon,  Brownsburg,  Amo,  Coatesville,  Danville,  fall activities,  events,  North Salem,  Plainfield,  recreation,  sports,  top 10

Old Fashion Days Return to North Salem

Posted on August 26, 2016 at 10:02 AM by Stephanie Porter

The North Salem Old Fashion Days festival is a much-anticipated, annual event in Hendricks County. From pie-eating contests to quirky and hilarious bed races down Pearl Street, this long-time, small-town Labor Day Weekend gem has a little bit of ... read more
Tags:  North Salem Old Fashion Days,  animals,  children's activities,  Labor Day Weekend,  food,  live music,  family fun,  Perillo's Pizzeria,  pizza,  running,  things to do
Posted In:  events,  North Salem

Weekend Primer Aug. 26-28

Posted on August 24, 2016 at 04:13 AM by Crystal Paschal

School may be back in session, but our family is determined to squeeze every last bit of fun out of summer before cooler weather arrives. Hendricks County is full of fun ways to spend the last weekend of August, no matter what your interests may be. ... read more
Tags:  animals,  bees,  McCloud Nature Park,  Hendricks County Historical Museum,  Washington Township Park,  live music,  things to do,  weekend activities,  children's activities,  ice cream
Posted In:  Avon,  Danville,  events,  family,  history & education

U.S. Nationals Provides Exhilarating Experience on Labor Day Weekend

Posted on August 23, 2016 at 01:00 AM by Eric Ivie

The 62nd Annual Chevrolet Performance NHRA U.S. Nationals roar into Lucas Oil Raceway in Brownsburg over Labor Day weekend, and as drag racing fans from all over the world prepare to visit Hendricks County for the crown jewel of the National Hot Rod ... read more
Tags:  U.S. Nationals,  drag racing,  things to do,  summer,  Lucas Oil Raceway,  Summer Picks
Posted In:  Brownsburg,  events,  family,  motorsports

Honeybee Fest Buzzes Into McCloud Nature Park

Posted on August 22, 2016 at 11:33 AM by Katy Mann

Honeybees are some of the most important creatures on earth and the Parks Foundation of Hendricks County and Hendricks County Parks and Recreation are ready to celebrate their importance with a brand new festival this weekend. On Saturday, Aug. 27 ... read more
Tags:  animals,  bees,  McCloud Nature Park,  family fun,  things to do,  honey
Posted In:  events,  family,  North Salem,  history & education

Weekend Primer: Aug. 19-21

Posted on August 17, 2016 at 04:13 AM by Kelly Wallace

It has been a rainy week, but hopefully we will have a few windows of sunshine this weekend to get out to enjoy everything Hendricks County has to offer. Miniature Fine Arts Show One of the major highlights this weekend is the 10th Annual Miniature ... read more
Tags:  weekend activities,  things to do,  Summer Sounds,  live music,  Artistic Designs Gallery,  miniature fine art,  animals,  McCloud Nature Park,  Hendricks County Courthouse Square
Posted In:  Danville,  Brownsburg,  North Salem,  arts & culture,  events,  family,  recreation,  shopping,  Avon

Younique Culture, Kids Go Round & 4% Salon Keep It All in the Family

Posted on August 16, 2016 at 11:27 AM by Stephanie Porter

I've always been impressed by the courage and determination of small business owners. But when one family produces several, successful small businesses, I find it extraordinary. Three stores inside one Plainfield strip mall at 2481 E. Main St. ... read more
Tags:  Younique Culture,  Kids Go Round,  4% Salon,  clothing,  gift ideas,  jewelry,  toys
Posted In:  attractions,  girlfriend getaways,  Plainfield,  shopping

Discover Your Inner Artist at The Sparkling Canvas

Posted on August 12, 2016 at 10:00 AM by Stephanie Porter

Editor's Note: Unfortunately, The Sparkling Canvas closed its retail studio operation since this article was published. You still can book private parties on their website at www.theSparklingCanvas.com. Hendricks County has a growing selection ... read more
Tags:  art,  children's activities,  Sparkling Canvas,  handmade,  things to do
Posted In:  Avon,  arts & culture,  girlfriend getaways,  family
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