It's the most wonderful time of the year here in Hendricks County, Indiana, and the most sought-after person around these parts for the next month or so is a big fella with a white beard and a red suit. If you're looking for Santa Claus this holiday…
Posts from November 2018
Holiday Event: Christmas Under the Stars
Tuesday, November 27, 2018 10:00 AM by Kelly Wallace
One of my favorite Christmas traditions is going to the Christmas Under the Stars parade in Brownsburg, Indiana. My family bundles up and heads to the downtown area of Brownsburg to watch the parade, and we have so much fun seeing all the floats…
Weekend Primer: Nov. 30-Dec. 2
Monday, November 26, 2018 3:00 PM by Kelly Wallace
There is never a shortage of fun things to do this time of year. But the first weekend of December is arguably the biggest weekend of the year for holiday events in Hendricks County, Indiana. Here are just a few highlights coming up this weekend. As…
Outdoor Winter Fun In Hendricks County
Friday, November 23, 2018 10:00 AM by Jamie Hergott
Last weekend, I was invited to a fall birthday bonfire. It had been on my calendar for four weeks. But when the day came, it was actually more like winter, a frigid 20 degrees outside. The party still took place and was actually one of the most fun…
Complete Your Holiday Shopping at Gingerbread Christmas
Wednesday, November 21, 2018 1:00 PM by Eric Ivie
I really enjoy the Christmas season, but I really dislike Christmas shopping. I'm not sure that I can adequately describe how much I dislike Christmas shopping in a family-friendly blog such as this one. Not long ago, however, I was introduced to the…
Evans Whispering Pines Makes Christmas Tree Shopping Fun, Easy
Tuesday, November 20, 2018 11:00 AM by David Ayers
With my family, Christmas is a celebration that fills our house...inside and out. We have Christmas trees - that vary in size - for every room of the house and a Snow Village 'town' that lights up our living room. Yet, for all of the decorations that…
Weekend Primer: Nov. 23-25
Monday, November 19, 2018 4:00 PM by Jamie Hergott
The weather has quickly turned frigid! But while some may choose to let the winter doldrums get the best of them, our county has moved on just as quickly to kicking off the holiday season. This weekend in Hendricks County, Indiana, is packed with…
Avon Ice Rink Unveiled at Washington Township Park
Saturday, November 17, 2018 3:00 PM by Kelly Wallace
I grew up in a town where ice skating was a significant part of the local culture. Scott Hamilton first learned to figure skate in Bowling Green, Ohio, and ice hockey was the biggest sport at my high school. So when I moved to Hendricks County…
Shop Small Saturday in Hendricks County
Friday, November 16, 2018 2:00 PM by Kelly Wallace
If you haven't had an opportunity to check out some of the great shops in Hendricks County, Indiana, Shop Small Saturday on Nov. 24 is an excellent day to do so. Many small businesses and organizations have teamed up to provide shoppers with special…
Best Spots for Breakfast in Hendricks County
Thursday, November 15, 2018 1:00 PM by Crystal Paschal
Any time our family goes on vacation, we always try to scout out the best places to have breakfast. There's something so indulgent about sleeping in and then enjoying a delicious breakfast or brunch before we dive into our day. Hendricks County…
