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Author: Eric Ivie

Eric Ivie is the Assistant Superintendent for Hendricks County Parks & Recreation, and he loves being outdoors and exploring new places and things. He is especially partial to the more rural parts of Hendricks County, where wonderful places and people with impressive skills and talents are hidden away, awaiting discovery. Eric is a married father of two and has lived and worked in Hendricks County since 1999.

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A Labor Day Tradition: North Salem Old Fashion Days

Posted on August 6, 2018 at 02:00 PM by Eric Ivie

One of my favorite annual events in Hendricks County , Indiana, takes place over Labor Day Weekend each year: North Salem Old Fashion Days . I can't wait for Sept. 1-3 to get here because Old Fashion Days always has so much to offer my entire ... read more
Tags:  North Salem Old Fashion Days,  family fun,  things to do,  summer,  food,  children's activities,  parade,  Perillo's Pizzeria,  Garden Gate,  running,  cycling,  Labor Day Weekend,  live music,  festival
Posted In:  events,  family,  hikes & bikes,  North Salem,  shopping,  sports

Top 10: Tips to Get the Full U.S. Nationals Experience

Posted on August 2, 2018 at 10:00 AM by Eric Ivie

The National Hot Rod Association ( NHRA ) brings its crown jewel event -- the Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals -- to Lucas Oil Raceway in Brownsburg from Aug. 29 through Sept. 3 , and when those dragsters come thundering into Hendricks County , ... read more
Tags:  U.S. Nationals,  drag racing,  things to do,  Summer Picks,  summer,  Labor Day Weekend,  family fun,  Pit Stop BBQ,  NHRA,  Lucas Oil Raceway
Posted In:  Brownsburg,  events,  family,  motorsports,  sports

Weekend Primer: July 20-22

Posted on July 17, 2018 at 02:00 PM by Eric Ivie

We're in the heart of summer, which is a great time to visit Hendricks County . We have a ton of stuff happening this weekend, so let's check out some of the ways that you and your family can celebrate summer with us! Hendricks County 4-H ... read more
Tags:  Festival of the Arts,  Hendricks County 4-H Fair,  Cruis'in in Coatesville,  cars,  art,  Summer Sounds,  weekend activities,  things to do,  children's activities,  family fun,  live music,  Hendricks County Courthouse Square,  McCloud Nature Park
Posted In:  arts & culture,  attractions,  Brownsburg,  Coatesville,  Danville,  events,  family,  North Salem,  recreation,  shopping

The Complete Beginner's Guide to McCloud Nature Park

Posted on May 23, 2018 at 03:00 PM by Eric Ivie

One of Hendricks County , Indiana's premier destinations is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year, and there is no better time to visit McCloud Nature Park . Nestled in the northwest corner of the county, just outside of North Salem, ... read more
Tags:  McCloud Nature Park,  outdoor adventure,  things to do,  family fun,  children's activities
Posted In:  North Salem,  recreation,  family,  attractions,  hikes & bikes

Memorial Day Weekend Primer 2018

Posted on May 21, 2018 at 03:00 PM by Eric Ivie

Whether you're in town for the Indianapolis 500, celebrating the end of the school year or simply looking for something to do over Memorial Day weekend, Hendricks County , Indiana, is the place to be. We are waving the green flag on the ... read more
Tags:  family fun,  things to do,  weekend activities,  drag racing,  oval racing,  swimming,  water park,  children's activities,  McCloud Nature Park,  theater,  Lucas Oil Raceway,  live music
Posted In:  arts & culture,  Brownsburg,  Danville,  events,  family,  motorsports,  North Salem,  recreation

McCloud Nature Park to Host 15th Anniversary Celebration May 5

Posted on April 25, 2018 at 03:00 PM by Eric Ivie

Back in May 2003, McCloud Nature Park opened to the public in northwest Hendricks County , just outside North Salem. On May 5, Hendricks County Parks & Recreation will celebrate its flagship park's 15th anniversary with a free, ... read more
Tags:  McCloud Nature Park,  things to do,  children's activities,  family fun,  fundraiser
Posted In:  arts & culture,  events,  family,  history & education,  North Salem,  recreation
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