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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

Weekend Primer: Aug. 5-7

Posted on August 3, 2016 at 03:55 AM by Crystal Paschal

This week, many Hendricks County students headed back to school. However, that doesn't mean summer is over! There are still lots of great things to enjoy, both inside and outside. Here are a few things I think you should check out as you plan ... read more
Tags:  Ellis Park,  weekend activities,  Longstreet Playhouse,  Hendricks Civic Theatre,  things to do,  cars,  First Friday Cruise-In,  Hendricks County Courthouse Square
Posted In:  Danville,  events,  family

Indianapolis Symphony to Fill Ellis Park with Movie Tunes July 14

Posted on July 5, 2016 at 02:11 AM by Stephanie Porter

The 2016 Symphony in Ellis Park is only a few weeks away and promises an evening of both entertainment and relaxation. The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra will present Movie Music by John Williams in the Martin Amphitheater at Ellis Park in Danville ... read more
Tags:  summer,  live music,  Ellis Park,  symphony
Posted In:  arts & culture,  Danville,  events,  family

11 July Run/Walk Events in Hendricks County

Posted on June 28, 2016 at 03:26 AM by Beth Fife

If you love to run or walk, you have come to the right place as Hendricks County is teeming with events in July that will help you maintain that active lifestyle, help some worthy causes, meet great people and see parts of the area you potentially ... read more
Tags:  running,  Blanton Woods,  Ellis Park,  Avon Town Hall Park,  Hendricks County 4-H Fair,  children's activities,  McCloud Nature Park,  Williams Park,  family fun,  summer
Posted In:  Avon,  Brownsburg,  Danville,  events,  family,  Plainfield,  North Salem,  sports

2016 Hendricks County Summer Outdoor Music Guide

Posted on June 14, 2016 at 09:30 AM by Kelly Wallace

I was at the Brownsburg Farmers Market opening day and got to enjoy music performed by the Twilite Nites. Several market-goers had chairs set up to watch the band as they played jazz versions of some classic songs. They were fantastic and seeing them ... read more
Tags:  summer,  Rib-Fest,  Avon Balloon Glow,  Washington Township Park,  running,  live music,  symphony,  Hummel Park,  Ellis Park,  Danville Music Palace,  Chateau Thomas Winery,  wine
Posted In:  Avon,  Brownsburg,  Danville,  events,  rural routes to main street,  arts & culture,  Plainfield,  family,  motorsports

Where to Make a Splash This Summer in Hendricks County

Posted on May 24, 2016 at 08:00 PM by Meghan Stritar

Memorial Day Weekend is almost here, and the sun has finally decided to shine upon us. You know what that means? WATER FUN! Thankfully we have many options in Hendricks County to cool off including a new one opening this year! Splash Island Family ... read more
Tags:  Splash Island,  splash pad,  Washington Township Park,  Williams Park,  Watermill Splash Pad,  Gill Family Aquatic Center,  Hummel Park,  Ellis Park,  The Shops at Perry Crossing,  summer,  children's activities,  family fun,  things to do,  swimming,  Summer Picks
Posted In:  Plainfield,  Danville,  Avon,  Brownsburg,  recreation,  family

Run/Walk Events Heat Up in June

Posted on May 23, 2016 at 11:53 PM by Beth Fife

Hendricks County definitely kicks it up a notch for runners and walkers as the summer arrives. In June alone, numerous options abound including the ever-popular Summer Fun Run. Here's what you need to know: Summer Fun Run Series Hendricks ... read more
Tags:  running,  things to do,  weekend activities,  parks,  McCloud Nature Park,  Ellis Park,  Vandalia Trail,  exercise,  Rib-Fest,  summer
Posted In:  Avon,  Danville,  Amo,  Plainfield,  sports,  events,  family,  hikes & bikes

Weekend Primer: April 29-May 1

Posted on April 26, 2016 at 09:58 AM by Stephanie Porter

The weather has been absolutely beautiful in Hendricks County, and there are plenty of opportunities this weekend to get out and enjoy it. Here are some of our suggestions: Drag Racing at Lucas Oil Raceway The Ray Skillman Spring Spectacle of Speed ... read more
Tags:  children's activities,  drag racing,  Ellis Park,  Lucas Oil Raceway,  family fun,  Hendricks Symphonic Society,  weekend activities,  movies
Posted In:  motorsports,  family,  events,  Brownsburg,  Danville

Top Running/Walking Trails in Hendricks County

Posted on April 21, 2016 at 01:53 AM by Beth Fife

Spring has arrived in Hendricks County and running and walking is the perfect way to enjoy it and stay in shape at the same time. Many paved and wooded nature trails are located throughout the county. This post is dedicated to the most popular ones. ... read more
Tags:  running,  Avon Town Hall Park,  Blanton Woods,  Ellis Park,  hiking,  Hummel Park,  McCloud Nature Park,  things to do,  Vandalia Trail,  Washington Township Park,  Williams Park
Posted In:  sports,  Amo,  Avon,  Danville,  Coatesville,  Brownsburg,  events,  family,  hikes & bikes,  North Salem,  Plainfield,  recreation

Weekend Primer: March 25-27

Posted on March 22, 2016 at 01:52 AM by Crystal Paschal

It's officially Spring in Hendricks County, and this weekend brings with it the biggest holiday of the season: Easter. We have lots of unique Easter events going on this weekend, and some other great activities you won't want to miss. I ... read more
Tags:  art,  Easter,  family fun,  Ellis Park,  Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library,  Great Fermentations,  weekend activities
Posted In:  arts & culture,  Avon,  Danville,  Plainfield,  family,  events
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