Hendricks County, Indiana, has so much to offer: parks, playgrounds and places to play outside. But our county also has plenty to offer in the animal world. Think outside the box this fall and check out some of these unconventional farms and…
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Where to Find Pumpkins in Hendricks County Indiana
Thursday, October 1, 2020 2:00 PM by Josh Duke
One thing I love about pumpkins is that they come in a variety of sizes, shapes and these days even colors. The beauty is truly in the eye of the beholder. Well, the same could be said for the places in Hendricks County, Indiana, where you can find…
Fall Destinations Within an Hour of Hendricks County Indiana
Friday, September 25, 2020 2:00 PM by Eric Ivie
Autumn has arrived and is my favorite season of the year for a number of reasons, including that there is so much to do around Central Indiana. If you and your family are looking for reasons to get out and about, here are 10 fun fall destinations…
Enjoy Fall Fun at Hogan Farms in Brownsburg
Wednesday, September 23, 2020 1:00 PM by Stephanie Porter
In case you haven't heard, Hogan Farms -- located at 8900 E. County Road 1000 North, Brownsburg, Indiana -- is an incredible fall destination that you'll want to visit this season. Offering homegrown pumpkins, hayrides, a corn maze, good eats, a…
A Fall Tradition: Heartland Apple Festival at Beasley's Orchard
Wednesday, September 16, 2020 8:00 AM by Stephanie Porter
Last year, I wrote about how quickly fall had approached. I share this same sentiment today, as I write about this year's Heartland Apple Festival at Beasley's Orchard in Danville. I've written about the orchard and this fall attraction - a true…
Meet the Alpacas at Montrose Farms in Brownsburg, Indiana
Tuesday, August 25, 2020 3:00 PM by Josh Duke
If you have ever seen an alpaca firsthand, then you probably remember its toothy grin as it peeks at you with its big eyes through its wavy bangs. Well, a ranch in Brownsburg, Indiana, with quite a history of its own is home to a group of these…
Summer Roundup: Farmers Markets in Hendricks County
Wednesday, May 27, 2020 3:00 PM by Crystal Paschal
There are many things about summer in Indiana that I love, and high on that list is fresh produce. Indiana-grown fruits and vegetables are second to none, and our local farmers markets allow me to get them when they're in season and at their most…
Danville Farmers Market to Open May 9 With Restrictions
Wednesday, April 29, 2020 12:00 PM by Josh Duke
The first Farmers Market of the season is set to open in a little over a week in Hendricks County despite this pandemic. The Danville Farmers Market held weekly on Saturday mornings from May through September traditionally is the first farmers market…
Debbie Beasley's Impact on Hendricks County
Wednesday, December 11, 2019 3:00 PM by Jaime Bohler Smith
I’ve been fortunate to have known Debbie Beasley most of my life. As a kid growing up in Danville, Indiana, a trip to Beasley's Orchard was a family tradition. When I got into high school, I became friends with Lyra (Aichinger) Baitis, Debbie’s…
7 Things to See at the Hendricks County 4-H Fair
Friday, July 5, 2019 10:00 AM by Crystal Paschal
Summer is my favorite season for many reasons, but my absolute favorite thing to do during the summer is spend an evening at the county fair with my family. There's nothing quite like a fair, and the Hendricks County 4-H Fair always delivers. It's…
