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Author: Stephanie Porter

Stephanie lives in Danville, where she teaches at the middle school. She, her husband and their three children like to stay busy. They're often seen crisscrossing Hendricks County for sports and activities. She's a fan of good music, good writing, good wine, good coffee and good people. Her family enjoys traveling every chance they get - even if it's just a road trip to a new town.

Latest Posts

Indoor Iceless Rink to Open for Five Days in Plainfield

Posted on February 8, 2018 at 11:00 AM by Stephanie Porter

We typically mark February with candy hearts and red roses. But the folks at the Guilford Township Community Center inside Hummel Park in Plainfield have a little family fun planned in the five days following Valentine's Day. The Guilford ... read more
Tags:  family fun,  children's activities,  winter activities,  ice skating,  things to do,  Hummel Park
Posted In:  events,  Plainfield,  recreation,  family

Best Soups in Hendricks County

Posted on January 4, 2018 at 03:00 PM by Stephanie Porter

This time of year, I always find myself craving a warm bowl of soup. I consider myself a ninja in the kitchen when it comes to making soup. I pretty much always have the makings of a decent soup that I can throw together in a pinch. So, when I'm ... read more
Tags:  food,  winter activities,  Beehive,  Bread Basket Cafe & Bakery,  Court House Grounds,  Opa!,  Pho 36,  Stone Creek
Posted In:  Avon,  Danville,  Plainfield,  restaurant

Weekend Primer: Oct. 27-29

Posted on October 23, 2017 at 10:00 AM by Stephanie Porter

It's a bit scary when Halloween falls on a week night, for teachers, anyway. Ha! But in all honesty, there are some great advantages to a school night holiday. It often means that the weekend prior will be packed with opportunities to stretch ... read more
Tags:  Beasley's Orchard,  Hargrave Hall,  maze,  craft beer,  The Shops at Perry Crossing,  McCloud Nature Park,  Hendricks Regional Health YMCA,  Halloween,  Hoppy Halloween,  Vandalia Trail,  Brew Link
Posted In:  attractions,  Avon,  Danville,  fall activities,  fall traditions & happenings,  family,  events,  haunted hendricks county,  hikes & bikes,  history & education,  North Salem,  Plainfield,  recreation,  Amo

Weekend Primer: Oct. 13-15

Posted on October 9, 2017 at 09:00 PM by Stephanie Porter

Another fall weekend is just around the corner, and there are plenty of ways to enjoy it right here in Hendricks County. The events you'll find this weekend offer quite the variety -- fall fun, racing, a ladies night out and a fair for the ... read more
Tags:  Lucas Oil Raceway,  drag racing,  uPaint Pottery Studio,  Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds,  Beasley's Orchard,  Heartland Apple Festival,  family fun,  children's activities,  weekend activities,  things to do,  art
Posted In:  arts & culture,  Danville,  events,  family,  girlfriend getaways,  Plainfield,  Brownsburg,  motorsports

Enjoy Fall Fun at Hogan Farms in Brownsburg

Posted on September 22, 2017 at 04:00 PM by Stephanie Porter

In case you haven't heard, Hogan Farms -- located at 8900 E. County Road 1000 North, Brownsburg -- is an incredible fall destination that you'll want to visit this season. Offering homegrown pumpkins, hayrides, a corn maze, good eats, a ... read more
Tags:  Hogan Farms,  animals,  maze,  pumpkin,  fall activities,  fall,  children's activities,  things to do
Posted In:  Brownsburg,  family,  fall activities,  fall traditions & happenings

A Fall Tradition: Heartland Apple Festival at Beasley's Orchard

Posted on September 15, 2017 at 10:00 AM by Stephanie Porter

I can't believe how fast this year has flown by, but the fall season is upon us and there are plenty of ways to celebrate in Hendricks County. One of my all-time favorite activities to usher in the season is just around the corner. ... read more
Tags:  Heartland Apple Festival,  Beasley's Orchard,  produce,  live music,  children's activities,  things to do,  family fun,  pumpkin,  food,  maze,  fall,  fall activities
Posted In:  Danville,  events,  fall activities,  fall traditions & happenings,  family
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