tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33878907891791613912024-03-12T16:50:14.988-07:00Visit Richmond & Wayne County, IndianaWayne County Convention & Tourism Bureauhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12871543024766970228noreply@blogger.comBlogger49125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3387890789179161391.post-20998144141826907122014-02-06T09:40:00.000-08:002014-02-06T10:07:26.014-08:00Roses are red, violets are blue, Wayne County is bustling with lots to do! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Love is in the air this Valentines Day and there are lots of things for those in love to do in Wayne County. Massages, Chocolates, Flowers and more, there’s something for every kind of romantic out there. </span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 22.285715103149414px;">No matter how you want to celebrate this lovely holiday, Wayne County has just what you need!</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> If you’re stuck wondering how to spend the day with your significant other, no worries, we've compiled some options for you.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><st1:street w:st="on">625 E. Main Street, </st1:street><st1:city w:st="on">Richmond</st1:city>, <st1:state w:st="on">IN</st1:state> <st1:postalcode w:st="on">47374</st1:postalcode></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><st1:street w:st="on">48 E. Walnut Street, </st1:street><st1:city w:st="on">Hagerstown</st1:city>, <st1:state w:st="on">IN</st1:state></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>CC's Finest Candies</b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><st1:street w:st="on">5 E. Front Street, </st1:street><st1:city w:st="on">Cambridge City</st1:city>, <st1:state w:st="on">IN</st1:state> <st1:postalcode w:st="on">47327</st1:postalcode></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>The Chocolate Trail</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">5701 National Road East, Richmond, IN 47374</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The Wayne County Chocolate Trail is </span>available<span style="font-family: inherit;"> all year </span></span><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">round, stop by the Welcome center to pick up your passport and travel the area sampling free chocolate treats. You don't want to miss this FREE opportunity!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><st1:street w:st="on"><st1:address w:st="on">3031 East Main Street, </st1:address></st1:street><st1:city w:st="on">Richmond</st1:city>, <st1:state w:st="on">Indiana</st1:state> <st1:postalcode w:st="on">47374</st1:postalcode></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><st1:street w:st="on">175 Fort Wayne Ave, </st1:street><st1:city w:st="on">Richmond</st1:city>, <st1:state w:st="on">IN</st1:state> <st1:postalcode w:st="on">47374</st1:postalcode></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Galo's Italian Grill</b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><st1:street w:st="on">107 Garwood Rd, </st1:street><st1:city w:st="on">Richmond</st1:city>, <st1:state w:st="on">IN</st1:state> <st1:postalcode w:st="on">47374</st1:postalcode></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ghyslain Chocolatier & Bistro<span style="font-size: x-small;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><st1:street w:st="on">416 N. 10th Street, </st1:street><st1:city w:st="on">Richmond</st1:city>, <st1:state w:st="on">IN</st1:state> <st1:postalcode w:st="on">47374</st1:postalcode></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">3203 E Main St</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Richmond</st1:city>, <st1:state w:st="on">IN</st1:state></st1:address><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>Flowers By Carla</b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">4016 National Rd W</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Richmond</st1:city>, <st1:state w:st="on">IN</st1:state></st1:address><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>Jack Daggy Flowers</b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">455 S 9th St</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Richmond</st1:city>, <st1:state w:st="on">IN</st1:state></st1:address><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>Today's Harvest Produce and Flowers </b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">5859 St Rte 320, New <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:city w:st="on">Paris</st1:city>, <st1:state w:st="on">OH</st1:state></st1:place> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">118 W. Main St., Cambridge City 47327</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">J&J Winery, <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">3415 National Road
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765-965-9463</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The Gennett Mansion, 1829 East Main Street, Richmond</span></div>
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<strong style="font-family: inherit;">Friday, February 14, 2014 </strong><br />
<strong style="font-family: inherit;">Pride and Prejudice</strong></div>
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Theater, </span><st1:address style="font-size: small;" w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">1003 East Main St.</st1:street>,
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<i>This listing is not complete, for a full listing of Wayne County attractions you can visit our <a href="http://www.visitrichmond.org/" target="_blank">website </a>or call us at 765-935-8687, (800)828-8414. <span style="text-align: center;"> </span></i><br />
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<b><span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Arial;">Help us Bring 2014 to <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Wayne</st1:placename> <st1:placename w:st="on">County</st1:placename></st1:place> with a night full of fun! Lots of exciting events are taking place tonight. There are even a few family friendly events to bring the kids to. So grab your part hats, masks and glitter and bring in the New Year in <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Wayne</st1:placename> <st1:placename w:st="on">County</st1:placename></st1:place>.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica;">• <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:city w:st="on">Richmond</st1:city></st1:place> 40 Bowl:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span class="apple-converted-space"><b><span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica;"> </span></b></span><st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on"><span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica;">75 S. 37th St.</span></st1:street><span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica;">, <st1:city w:st="on">Richmond</st1:city></span></st1:address><span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica;">(765) 966-2641 <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica;">The Family Friendly Party is 6-8 p.m. and costs $59.99 per lane up to 6 per lane. Reservations are required. Two hours of unlimited Cosmic Bowling, shoe rental, an all-American food buffet and unlimited soft drinks.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica;">The Cosmic Party is 9:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. $15 per person. Reservations are required. Includes unlimited Cosmic Bowling, shoe rental, Glow Bowling, a laser light show and video music requests. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica;">923 N. E St., <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:city w:st="on">Richmond</st1:city></st1:place><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica;">(765) 966-5654<span class="apple-converted-space"><b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica;">Party starts at 7 p.m. Includes an all-you-can-eat buffet, party favors and champagne toast at midnight, along with music by the Fingertrip band. When the night is over, those attending can catch a free ride home within <st1:city w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">Richmond</st1:place></st1:city> city limits in the Blues Mobile. Everyone attending must be at least 21. Tickets $25.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica;">• Kids’ Party at The Skate:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">475 commerce Road, <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:city w:st="on">Richmond</st1:city></st1:place><b><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica;">8 p.m. until 12:30 a.m., youth can celebrate the New Years. The night includes a giant ball drop, door prizes, games, party handouts, contests, free Pepsi and free skate rental. $13 per person. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica;">• Firehouse BBQ & Blues:</span></b><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica;"> <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica;">(765) 488-0312.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica;">• The <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:city w:st="on">Richmond</st1:city></st1:place> Moose #167:</span></b><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica;"> <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica;">9 p.m. to 1 a.m. featuring dancing to live music by Dan Davis Jr. and The Funkyard Dogs. Tickets are $10 a person or $15 per couple. Party favors will be given and sausage and sauerkraut will be served at midnight. Free rides will be given within a 12-mile radius. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica;">Smiley’s Old English Pub:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #2c2c2c; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">A New Year’s Eve party features a DJ starting at 9 p.m. A $5 cover will be charged. Must be 21.</span>Wayne County Convention & Tourism Bureauhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12871543024766970228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3387890789179161391.post-52569092288585205252013-11-18T13:50:00.000-08:002013-11-18T13:50:36.615-08:00Tis' The Season To Visit Wayne County<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZQnYTLTNu0IhFZi6GhaCXB-d7B3jwugOZHRxoMrjgCGId0ws3dn-7JCWgeUE_vdUbzWYLHv7Vq3uqgWLt8fUeBmOdjHQbJlqf1rztQKPxDoW1FdrDqD7LffHbjdNyy7-Z8SkkQeK3ENYs/s1600/christmas-tree-clipart.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZQnYTLTNu0IhFZi6GhaCXB-d7B3jwugOZHRxoMrjgCGId0ws3dn-7JCWgeUE_vdUbzWYLHv7Vq3uqgWLt8fUeBmOdjHQbJlqf1rztQKPxDoW1FdrDqD7LffHbjdNyy7-Z8SkkQeK3ENYs/s200/christmas-tree-clipart.png" width="186" /></a>Thanksgiving is almost here and Black Friday lingers in the near future. You know what that means...<span style="color: red;">C</span><span style="color: #38761d;">H</span><span style="color: red;">R</span><span style="color: #38761d;">I</span><span style="color: red;">S</span><span style="color: #38761d;">T</span><span style="color: red;">M</span><span style="color: #38761d;">A</span><span style="color: red;">S</span>! Time for listening to carols, snow ball fights, hot cocoa, and awaiting Santa’s arrival. I love the holidays so much I don’t wait for Thanksgiving to come around to start getting into the Christmas Spirit. My Christmas tree is up, lights are illuminating the house and presents are being bought. This is my favorite time of year! I love the heart warming atmosphere that comes along with families singing carols and enjoying each others company as they reminisce on the year that has passed by.<br />
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I recently asked some locals what they would recommend as a fun winter activity to someone who is visiting the area.<br />
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<b>Shirley Warth</b> - “Family Tradition of walking through Glen Miller Park during the celebration of lights and enjoying hot fudge cake afterwards”<br />
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<b>Betty Voit</b> - “Christmas in the Depot Celebration.”<br />
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<b>Amanda Harris</b> - “ Driving around in your PJs with your family & some hot cocoa while looking at Christmas lights around the city.”<br />
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<b>David Roe</b> - “Sledding is the best when you take all the grandkids at once down the hill!”<br />
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Do you have family coming to visit for the holidays? Wayne County has many quaint and family-friendly towns with glistening trees lite up lining the streets and many unique local shops and restaurants.<br />
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Wayne County has lots of unique seasonal activities and events taking place this time of year. Here’s a partial list of Wayne County events that are related to the holiday season. Learn more about these events and many others scheduled throughout the season by visiting our online list of <span style="color: black;"><a href="http://visitrichmond.org/festivals.cfm" target="_blank">events</a>.</span><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkU5x94I7mogYv81FEkGf-XBPeAmsxBdifS0zIlGSTT_W_hjYbQ9Qgo4CrTP5QfkoXNN5ZmQoFt0ASzcxGIJ60Z_cySNpNMRPAqxbeV2fRxvCc1k1gaFnXP_uSDabyOpx7CtR3ASFuEpHd/s1600/christmas_108.gif" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkU5x94I7mogYv81FEkGf-XBPeAmsxBdifS0zIlGSTT_W_hjYbQ9Qgo4CrTP5QfkoXNN5ZmQoFt0ASzcxGIJ60Z_cySNpNMRPAqxbeV2fRxvCc1k1gaFnXP_uSDabyOpx7CtR3ASFuEpHd/s200/christmas_108.gif" width="146" /></a><b><span style="color: red;">Cambridge City Wonderland</span></b><br />
Saturday, November 30, 2013<br />
Main Street & Creitz Park, Cambridge City<br />
5-9 p.m.<br />
765-478-5352<br />
The Christmas Wonderland will offer: Antiques and unique crafts/collectibles, a lighted parade, snow ball fights, petting zoo, live nativity scene, strolling carolers, a double decker bus, craft bazaar, carriage rides and much much more! Bring the whole family and don't miss out on the fun!<br />
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<b><span style="color: #38761d;">Old Fashioned Christmas Festival</span></b><br />
Historic Depot District , Richmond<br />
Tuesday Evenings in December<br />
5 - 9 p.m.<br />
765-939-3325<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span><br />
You will feel the spirit of the season as you stroll through our historic neighborhood aglow with twinkling lights and luminaries. Enjoy: Carriage rides, ride the double-decker bus, visit santa, live reindeer, cookies, hot chocolate and much more!<br />
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<b><span style="color: red;">Warm Glow Christmas Open House</span></b><br />
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, December 6-8, 2013<br />
Warm Glow, 2131 N. Centerville Rd., Richmond<br />
9am-7pm<br />
765-855-2000<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span><br />
Come to the annual Warm Glow Candle Co. Christmas Open House! It's more than a sale, it's an EVENT! Join us for great sales, wine and gourmet food tasting, live holiday music, free photos with Santa, local artisans, live reindeer on Sunday and so much more!!<br />
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<b><span style="color: #38761d;">Holiday Parade</span></b><br />
Saturday, December 7, 2013<br />
East Main towards South 10th, Richmond<br />
4 p.m.<br />
765-962-8151<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span><br />
The 24th Annual Holiday Parade theme this year is "Holiday Dreams". Bring the whole family and enjoy the festivities as you watch the floats travel through uptown Richmond<br />
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<b><span style="color: red;">Celebration of Lights</span></b><br />
Saturday, December 7, 2013<br />
Glen Miller Park, 2414 East Main Street, Richmond<br />
5 - 9 p.m.<br />
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Our traditional luminary display will delight the whole family. In addition there will be carriage rides, entertainment, a candy cane hunt for the kids, a bonfire, and concessions. Santa will even be there, so bring your camera!<br />
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<br />Wayne County Convention & Tourism Bureauhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12871543024766970228noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3387890789179161391.post-48204198105239037412013-10-28T08:49:00.002-07:002013-10-28T08:49:57.135-07:00Winter Activities in Wayne County<div class="MsoNormal">
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temperatures dropping down to the 30’s lately, I’m already looking for some winter activities to do in <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Wayne</st1:placename>
<st1:placename w:st="on">County</st1:placename></st1:place>. This year has
seemed to go by quite quickly and I can’t believe it’s almost November already!</div>
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In preparation for the cold weather up ahead, I’m compiling
a list of 50 fun winter activities in <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Wayne</st1:placename> <st1:placename w:st="on">County</st1:placename></st1:place>.
With the help of our social media followers, blog readers, and locals I am working towards the goal of
having a list of activities that will cure the winter blues. </div>
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at Roosevelt Hill in <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Glen</st1:placename>
<st1:placename w:st="on">Miller</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">Park</st1:placetype></st1:place>.
Growing up, this was always a must do in our house. We would often
bundle up in our warm coats, throw on a couple layers of socks along with our
snow boots and head out the door on our way to the park. Upon arrival you can
enjoy the sounds of laughing children and the ear shattering screams as they
make their way to the bottom of the hill. My favorite memory of sledding here
was when we had my mother go down the hill when I was younger and she managed
to sled all the way to the bottom of the hill and over the road down below.
Great memories are made during this activity!</div>
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<st1:placename w:st="on">County</st1:placename></st1:place> locals to help us
complete this list. <span style="font-size: 12pt;">Send your favorite winter time activities to </span><a href="mailto:communications@visitrichmond.org" style="font-size: 12pt;">communications@visitrichmond.org</a><span style="font-size: 12pt;">
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. The best will be chosen and added to a new Winter Activities brochure that
can be handed out to visitors who are looking for something fun to do in the
cold. A select few answers will be chosen to win a small prize based on their
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Wayne County Convention & Tourism Bureauhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12871543024766970228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3387890789179161391.post-54750462486189035912013-10-18T09:09:00.002-07:002013-10-18T09:10:37.377-07:00Halloween in Wayne CountyHalloween has always been my favorite holiday. I love the fun costumes and haunted houses and now that I am the mother of a toddler, I am even more excited to celebrate this fun-filled day. When most people think of Halloween they picture the children having all the fun but Wayne County has some really exciting Halloween events both parents and children will enjoy. I have a 2 year old boy and here are some of his favorites from last year:<br />
<b><br /><span style="color: orange;">Thursday, October 24, 2013<br />Malloween: Trick or Treat Night </span></b><br />
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5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.<br />
Malloween has always been a fun event to attend in Wayne County and I can remember attending this with my parents when I was younger. This event is a safe alternative to trick-or-treating and a free fun-filled family event. Kids can safely trick-or-treat throughout the Richmond Square Mall. <br />
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<span style="color: orange;"><b>Saturday, October 26, 2013<br />Halloween Howl</b></span><br />
Wayne County Fairgrounds, 861 North Salisbury Road, Richmond<br />
5-8 p.m.<br />
765-983-7420<br />
Growing up this event was always a must do in my house except it was located at the High School’s Tiernan Center back then. How many of you remember that? Halloween Howl will have candy, fun, games, candy, prizes, candy, and contests. This event is free!<br />
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<b><span style="color: orange;">Sunday, October 27, 2013<br />Gateway Vineyard Fellowship Harvest Party</span></b><br />
3361 State Road 227 North<br />
4:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.<br />
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<b><span style="color: orange;">Monday, October 28th, 2013<br />Safety Village Trick or Treat</span></b><br />
Safety Village, 498 NW 18th St., Richmond<br />
5 p.m. -6:30 p.m.<br />
765-962-9502<br />
Another stop that I took my son to last year was Safety Village trick or treat and he had so much fun! Kids of all ages will enjoy walking around safety town as they gather candy and learn about trick or treat safety. There will be a not so scary haunted house, fortune teller, fun Halloween music and more.<br />
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Parents be sure to help your children into their cutest outfits, grab the trick or treat bucket, and don't forget the camera as you head out to these family fun events!</div>
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Haunt</strong></span><br /><span style="color: black;">McBride Stadium, 201 NW 13th St, Richmond<br />4:00 pm -
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p.m.</span><br /><span style="color: darkorange;"><strong>Saturday, October 26, 2013<br />Halloween Howl</strong></span><br /><span style="color: black;">Wayne County Fairgrounds, 861 North Salisbury Road,
Richmond<br />5-8 p.m.</span></span></div>
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October 27, 2013<br />Gateway Vineyard Fellowship
Harvest Party</strong></span><br /><span style="color: black;">3361 State
Road 227 North<br />4:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: darkorange;"><strong>Monday, October 28th, 2013<br />Safety Village Trick or
Treat</strong></span><br /><span style="color: black;">Safety Village, 498
NW 18th St., Richmond<br />5 p.m. -6:30 p.m.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /><span style="color: darkorange;"><strong>Wednesday, October 30, 2013<br />Williamsburg Trick or
Treat</strong></span><br /><span style="color: black;">5-8
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October 30, 2013<br />Webster Trick or
Treat</strong></span><br /><span style="color: black;">5-7 p.m.</span></span></div>
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2013</strong></span><br /><span style="color: darkorange;"><strong>Trunk and
Treat</strong></span><br /><span style="color: black;">5:30 pm - 7:30
pm<br />First Church of the Nazarene,1600 Chester Blvd,
Richmond</span><br /><br /><span style="color: darkorange;"><strong>Thursday, October 31, 2013<br />Hagerstown Trick or
Treat</strong></span><br /><span style="color: black;">6 - 8:30
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<br /><span style="color: darkorange;"><strong>Richmond Trick or
Treat</strong></span><br /><span style="color: black;">5-7 p.m.</span><br /> <br /><span style="color: darkorange;"><strong>Thursday, October
31, 2013<br />Centerville Trick or
Treat</strong></span><br /><span style="color: black;">5-7
p.m.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: darkorange;"><strong>Thursday, October 31,
2013<br />Fountain City Trick or
Treat</strong></span><br /><span style="color: black;">5-7
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Wayne County Convention & Tourism Bureauhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12871543024766970228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3387890789179161391.post-87568054560782134212013-09-23T12:10:00.001-07:002013-09-23T12:10:22.311-07:00Help us kick off our Enchanted Fairy Trail!<div class="MsoNormal">
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with fairies of all ages! You will witness little girls and boys frolicking
throughout the County in fairy attire as they make their way to various locations
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on your best fairy costume and enjoy an enchanted day full of excitement and
fun as we celebrate the launch of our Enchanted Fairy Trail! Kids of all ages
can stop by the <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Welcome</st1:placename>
<st1:placetype w:st="on">Center</st1:placetype></st1:place>, <st1:street w:st="on"><st1:address w:st="on"><span lang="EN">5701 National Road East</span></st1:address></st1:street><span lang="EN">, where they can
pick up an Enchanted Fairy Trail bag, create a fairy halo, participate in the
fairy costume contest and enjoy delicious fairy themed snacks. From there, families
will receive an Enchanted Fairy map designating </span>over 14 <span lang="EN">stops with hidden
fairy doors, gardens, and homes. Each location will have various fairy themed
activities for children to participate in</span><span lang="EN"> including; coloring contests, face painting, fairy dust tattoos, fairy themed crafts, snacks, games, fairy necklaces and much
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7nT9SKVKQVJShaWocmUn4M8QsU1frNny4NJ9H8HGfyhXhavxka5AAl3PrpPm8OO5uVDv5VkiC2sAnyzj5XhWY5yq2Y93UNrcVrVcKbZ6KvxX4i7CldgbbPVN70ic3v3tM2elLxtg43RdL/s1600/IMG_4714.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7nT9SKVKQVJShaWocmUn4M8QsU1frNny4NJ9H8HGfyhXhavxka5AAl3PrpPm8OO5uVDv5VkiC2sAnyzj5XhWY5yq2Y93UNrcVrVcKbZ6KvxX4i7CldgbbPVN70ic3v3tM2elLxtg43RdL/s200/IMG_4714.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="line-height: 24px;">The Enchanted Fairy Trail has been a big hit since its launch last month. Currently featuring 50 small enchanted dwellings, the Enchanted Fairy Trail provides a glimpse into the mystical world of fairies. Peeking through some windows you may spot a fairy bed, kitchen, or a fairy itself. Built with a colorful array of materials, the fairy doors throughout </span><st1:place style="line-height: 24px;" w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Wayne</st1:placename> <st1:placename w:st="on">County</st1:placename></st1:place><span style="line-height: 24px;"> gives families and children of all ages an exciting chance to explore the community in a unique fashion. Children can leave small gifts or write letters at some locations that have fairy mail boxes, allowing direct interaction with the fairies and bringing a smile to every child’s face.</span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 24px;"><b>Where:</b> Celebration begins at The Old National Road Welcome Center, 5701 National Road East, Richmond. </span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 24px;"><b>Call:</b> 765-935-8687</span><br />
<span style="line-height: 24px;"><b>visitrichmond.org</b></span></div>
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Wayne County Convention & Tourism Bureauhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12871543024766970228noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3387890789179161391.post-8463550177943707292013-08-27T07:25:00.000-07:002013-08-29T05:26:46.085-07:00Win 2 Tickets To See Sweet Honey In The Rock<div class="MsoNormal">
Looking for something to do now that summer is coming to a close? September is full of fun family festivals that offer something for everyone. Cambridge City Canal Days, Heritage Festival at The Wayne County Historical Museum, and the Gennett Walk of Fame Music Festival are all occurring during the weekend of Friday through Sunday, September 6 – 8, 2013.</div>
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The Cambridge City Canal Days is a two day event, September 7 & 8, packed with vendor booths, arts & crafts, antiques, and much more. There is a parade and duck race for the kids and parents can relax as they walk through and enjoy the scenic view <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Cambridge</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">City</st1:placetype></st1:place> has to offer.</div>
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The Heritage Festival at The Wayne County Historical Museum is a two day festival, September 7 & 8, full of exciting activities for the whole family including a Civil War re-enactment, rope making, a blacksmith shop, horse drawn carriage rides, and old-time music.</div>
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Internationally acclaimed and Grammy award winning <span class="st1">African American female acappella ensemble, <i>Sweet Honey In The Rock</i> will be performing at Earlham College during the Walk of Fame Music Festival. They offer a diverse array of music including; Blues, African, Jazz, Gospel and R&B. </span>The ensemble’s goal is to educate, entertain and empower its audience through their singing and the use of American Sign Language throughout their performance. <span class="st1">You do not want to miss the unique opportunity to listen to this ensemble during their 40<sup>th</sup> anniversary season as they fill <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:city w:st="on">Richmond</st1:city></st1:place> with their beautiful music.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="st1">Tickets to the concert are $15/person. If you would like to enter to win 2 free tickets for Saturday's concert at 4 p.m., all you need to do is email us why you would love to see <i>Sweet Honey In The Rock</i> in 100 words or less to <a href="mailto:communications@visitrichmond.org">communications@visitrichmond.org</a>. Please include your name and contact number. One lucky winner will be able to enjoy a relaxing, fun filled afternoon listening to this amazing ensemble. Drawing will take place Thursday, September 5 by 3:00 p.m. and winner will be notified via email/phone.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>Earlham Campus, Goddard Auditorium, <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">801 National Road West</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Richmond</st1:city></st1:address><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>For more information call Earlham Box Office 765 983-1474 or Starr Gennett (765) 962-2860. No tickets sold at door. <o:p></o:p></b></div>
Wayne County Convention & Tourism Bureauhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12871543024766970228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3387890789179161391.post-73547874312571077342013-07-19T11:35:00.002-07:002013-07-19T12:24:39.918-07:00The Enchanted Fairy Trail - A Magical Adventure For The Whole Family<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 18.0pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: -.5in; margin-right: -.5in; margin-top: 0in;">
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">These small enchanted dwellings offer a glimpse into the mystical world of fairies. Peeking through some windows you may spot a fairy bed, kitchen, or a fairy itself. Built with a colorful array of materials, the fairy doors throughout<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on"><st1:place u1:st="on"><st1:placename u1:st="on">Wayne</st1:placename><span class="apple-converted-space"></span></st1:place></st1:placename> </st1:place><st1:placename w:st="on"><st1:placename u1:st="on">County</st1:placename><span class="apple-converted-space"></span></st1:placename> offer families and children of all ages an exciting chance to explore the community in a unique fashion. Children can leave small gifts or write letters at some locations that offer fairy mail boxes, allowing direct interaction with the fairies and bringing a smile to every child’s face.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">The Enchanted Fairy Trail, available early August, takes visitors on a fun adventure through<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on"><st1:place u1:st="on"><st1:placename u1:st="on">Wayne</st1:placename><span class="apple-converted-space"></span></st1:place></st1:placename> </st1:place><st1:placename w:st="on">County</st1:placename>. Originating in<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><st1:city w:st="on"><st1:city u1:st="on">Ann Arbor</st1:city><span class="apple-converted-space"></span></st1:city> <st1:state w:st="on">Michigan</st1:state>, the first fairy door appeared in<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><st1:city w:st="on">Richmond</st1:city><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>at the<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><st1:personname w:st="on"><st1:personname u1:st="on">Joseph Moore Museum</st1:personname><span class="apple-converted-space"></span></st1:personname> of Natural History in late 2012. Museum director Heather Lerner brought the idea with her when she moved to<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><st1:city w:st="on"><st1:city u1:st="on">Richmond</st1:city><span class="apple-converted-space"></span></st1:city> from<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><st1:city w:st="on">Ann Arbor</st1:city>. The Fairy house at <st1:personname w:st="on">Joseph Moore Museum</st1:personname> of Natural History is made from an old snake box and is decorated with snake vertebrae, a unique display you don’t want to miss.</span><o:p></o:p><br />
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<o:p></o:p>Wayne County Convention & Tourism Bureauhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12871543024766970228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3387890789179161391.post-17865167244002730152013-06-24T08:33:00.001-07:002013-06-24T08:33:38.757-07:00Glen Miller Park, A Summer Must See<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Young and old, Glen Miller park is the place to be this
summer! Driving through you can spot children playing, locals gathering spring
water, ducks being fed, and people in general enjoying the great outdoors and
everything Glen Miller has to offer. </div>
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Department has been hard at work recently with spring clean up. A recent visit
to Glen Miller revealed a wonderful new foot bridge, new benches, and trash
cans, the park looks amazing! The new foot bridge attracts my attention immediately;
the ability to walk across part of the lake and take in the pure beauty of the
surrounding area really creates a calming atmosphere. I love the peaceful
aspect the lake has to offer and I could watch the fountain for hours as the
ducks wade by waiting to be fed by the local children.</div>
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the huge play ground that offers both a toddler area and school age area really
attracts his attention as well as mine. As a mother I feel much safer knowing
that the different spaces offer age appropriate play, no longer will I need to
worry about dangerous falls or older kids pushing. Come summer, <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Glen</st1:placename> <st1:placename w:st="on">Miller</st1:placename>
<st1:placetype w:st="on">Park</st1:placetype></st1:place> is his favorite
place to go on a hot day. In 2011, a
splash pad was installed for children to get a chance to cool off and enjoy the
water free of charge. My son loves running through and screaming with joy as he
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Grandparents will enjoy spending time alongside their
grandkids and reminiscing on their memories of themselves at the park as children. The
park has changed a lot in recent years and new things are added frequently, making
the park a hot spot for locals to enjoy and spend countless hours at.</div>
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Located inside Glen Miller is the <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Richmond</st1:placename>
<st1:placename w:st="on">Rose</st1:placename> <st1:placename w:st="on">Gardens</st1:placename></st1:place>.
Stop by in the summer months for an opportunity to take in the sweet aroma of
roses planted here. Stroll along the walk ways and take in the pure beauty as
butterflies flutter by you and the sounds of birds enlighten your ears. After a
stroll through the park and garden, sit and relax in the gazebo and rest your
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has plenty to offer for children, adults, and nature enthusiasts. Open
dawn to dusk the park is open for countless hours of fun. Located at <st1:street w:st="on">2514 East Main Street</st1:street>
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Wayne County Convention & Tourism Bureauhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12871543024766970228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3387890789179161391.post-71317646338856796132013-06-13T05:50:00.001-07:002013-06-13T05:50:18.465-07:00Small Town Lifestyle<div class="MsoNormal">
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upon a time, before there were megastores and consolidated school systems, all
across Indiana were small towns where families connected to build schools to
educate their children and where entrepreneurs provided their friends and
neighbors with the goods and services they needed for home and health.</span></div>
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to the small town lifestyle was a strong sense of identity, a thread of
connection that formed a fabric of community for all residents. Today, while we
often are far less connected to those who live and work in our neighborhoods,
we can recapture a sense of what is was like to grow up in small town America
by visiting the museum, library, and thrift shop of the Clay Township
Historical and Preservation Society at 19 Pearl Street in Greens Fork, Indiana.</span></div>
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Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., the museum features a
fabulous mix of local history and memorabilia encompassing almost every facet
of life in Greens Fork and Clay Township. There are photos galore, tools of the
trade for a variety of professions, and nostalgic pieces of every description.
The museum also displays donated souvenirs from exotic locations around the
world. From a camel saddle, to Native
American artifacts, to the original tools of a hometown physician,there are multitudes
of fascinating mementos sure to interest any category of visitor.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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enthusiasts will especially enjoy the most recently added room of the
museum. The entire room is filled with
documentation and decoration representing decades of Greens Fork High School
students’ academic and sports achievements.
In the courtyard beyond are a gazebo and a memorial garden, with
designated areas honoring groups such as veterans and firefighters.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the second floor of the museum is a well-stocked and beautifully arranged
thrift shop where bargains abound. Started as a means to help fund the museum,
the thrift shop has exceeded all expectations, providing low cost goods for
shoppers that translate to funding for future development. Shopping hours are
Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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legacy of the museum is not only to commemorate the activities and
accomplishments of those who grew up in Greens Fork and Clay Township, but also
to provide an ongoing link to those lives through the availability of thousands
of archived digitalized records that genealogists are free to peruse to gather
countless nuggets of useful and fascinating historical data. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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who remember simpler times in small towns when individuals owned stores and one
school held every kid in town, or those who want a glimpse into those times,
should head to Wayne County to visit the welcoming atmosphere at the museum in
Greens Fork. The co-docents, Phyllis and
Jayne Beers are experts on all things Greens Fork and they are eager to share
their knowledge and their hospitality with visitors of all ages and
stages. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">To learn more about the many fascinating and fun locations
and activities in Wayne County, visit the Old National Road Welcome Center,
5701 National Road East, Richmond, IN (I-70, Exit 156A), </span><a href="http://www.visitrichmond.org/"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">www.VisitRichmond.org</span></a><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">or call
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Wayne County Convention & Tourism Bureauhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12871543024766970228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3387890789179161391.post-85904818416017262402013-06-03T12:23:00.001-07:002013-06-04T06:08:01.499-07:00Adventures in Geocaching<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJHBUfUCEu56dwnKjhTfSQj-2_Xi3PiY0DOMyKF2_htQKWUTZDFtTervWa8Xqsiv3b5B6dmQ7jI5bxBxQuk5oNJrFF83Nuie4Hq430U925foJiktwoXLF0aYYovYIe4INDO5hhXscYhLrJ/s1600/lapel-pin_500.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJHBUfUCEu56dwnKjhTfSQj-2_Xi3PiY0DOMyKF2_htQKWUTZDFtTervWa8Xqsiv3b5B6dmQ7jI5bxBxQuk5oNJrFF83Nuie4Hq430U925foJiktwoXLF0aYYovYIe4INDO5hhXscYhLrJ/s1600/lapel-pin_500.jpg" /></a><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-align: center;"></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">X marks the spot! There is treasure hiding in </span><st1:place style="font-size: 12pt;" w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Wayne</st1:placename> <st1:placename w:st="on">County</st1:placename></st1:place><span style="font-size: 12pt;">!! Did you ever dream of being a treasure hunting pirate as a kid? Well it’s not too late! People of all ages can hunt for treasure throughout </span><st1:place style="font-size: 12pt;" w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Wayne</st1:placename> <st1:placename w:st="on">County</st1:placename></st1:place><span style="font-size: 12pt;">. </span><span class="highlightedsearchterm" style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="background: white; border: none windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Geocaching</span></span><span class="apple-converted-space" style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="background: white;"> </span></span><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 12pt;">is an outdoor sporting activity in which the participants use a<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span style="background: white; border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: windowtext; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">global positioning system</span><span class="apple-converted-space" style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="background: white;"> </span></span><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 12pt;">(GPS)<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>or a smart phone to hide and seek containers, called geocaches or caches which sometimes contain small treasure items.</span></span></div>
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So how does it work? First off start by visiting geocaching.com and create a free account.Visit the "<a href="http://www.geocaching.com/seek/default.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="Hide & Seek a Cache"><span style="border: none windowtext 1.0pt; color: red; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in;">Hide & Seek a Cache</span></a>" page, enter your postal code (47374 for <st1:place w:st="on">Richmond</st1:place>) and click "search.” There will be many geocaches to choose from all with clever names, choose one and it will open the page displaying coordinates, a short description and possible clues. Enter the coordinates of the geocache into your GPS Device. Use your GPS device to assist you in finding the hidden geocache, it will point you in a direction and give you the amount of feet left until you reach the destination. If you don't have a gps, there are apps you can download on your smartphone that will direct you to geocaches as well.</div>
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Sometimes a cache <span style="line-height: 13.5pt;">can be a large easy find, others called micros or nanos are extremely hard and well hidden forcing you to look all over and sometimes becoming very frustrating. Look up in trees, under logs, inside bushes, or under benches, geocaches can be anywhere. Once you find the geocache jump with joy, open it, sign the logbook and return the geocache to its original location. If the geocache is large enough it will contain small trade items, the rule being if you take something you must leave something for the next person. You can then log back into geocaching.com and share</span><i style="line-height: 13.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 8.0pt;"> </span></i><span style="line-height: 13.5pt;">your story on the cache page you found called </span><span style="line-height: 13.5pt;">“logging your visit”.</span></div>
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So why am I telling you how to find a geocache? Well, geocaches are hidden all over, <st1:place w:st="on">Richmond</st1:place> for instance has 100 or more. The hunt to find a cache takes you to exciting places; local parks, hiking trails, historical buildings, and so much more. This free adventure is a fantastic way to get the family out of the house and exploring the outdoors.</div>
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Not sure where to start out? A great geocache to start out with as your first hunt may be located at the Wayne County Tourism Bureau, <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">5701 National Road East</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Richmond</st1:city>, <st1:state w:st="on">Indiana</st1:state></st1:address>. Many people from as far away <span style="line-height: 13.5pt;">as </span><st1:state style="line-height: 13.5pt;" w:st="on">California</st1:state><span style="line-height: 13.5pt;"> have come through </span><st1:place style="line-height: 13.5pt;" w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Wayne</st1:placename> <st1:placename w:st="on">County</st1:placename></st1:place><span style="line-height: 13.5pt;"> while geocaching. </span><span style="line-height: 13.5pt;">To find the coordinates and a hint visit the geocache page at "</span><a href="http://www.geocaching.com/seek/cache_details.aspx?guid=e0aadb08-2d0d-4dd2-99f3-746b29e034fd" rel="nofollow" style="color: red; line-height: 13.5pt;" target="_blank">Welcome Center Geocache</a>"<br />
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Get your walking shoes on and start out on your treasure hunt! Who knew there was hidden treasure right in your neighborhood? Have fun and enjoy your local adventure!<br />
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<o:p>Written by: Angel Gray</o:p><br />
<o:p>A mother, photographer and avid hiker, Angel enjoys the outdoors and spending time with family. She graduated midterm from Richmond High School in 2009 as a member of the National Honor Society and received her Honors diploma. Angel is the Communications and Social Media Specialist at the Wayne County Convention and Tourism Bureau.</o:p></div>
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Wayne County Convention & Tourism Bureauhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12871543024766970228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3387890789179161391.post-50063558745913359402013-05-09T08:50:00.000-07:002013-05-09T08:51:59.924-07:00Connect For Success Indiana/Ohio Regional Tourism Conference<br />
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Don't miss this amazing opportunity to unleash everything your business or organization has to offer! If you are a local business in the tourism and hospitality
business such as; retail, lodging, restaurant, event planning, arts, and
entertainment, then like most others in your shoes, you’d like your business to
succeed to its fullest potential and bring in more customers.</div>
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The Connect for Success Tourism Conference will help you do
just that! This one day regional conference on May 16<sup>th</sup> will offer i<span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial;">nformation on creating partnerships,
marketing, social media, using local resources, green initiatives, business
strategies, one-on-one consultations from regional professionals and much more.</span><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; font-family: Verdana;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial;">At the end of the day you will be walking
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<span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial;">The day starts
out with a wonderful wake up breakfast, followed by the conference kick off and
keynote speaker Sally Laukitis, Executive Director of Holland Michigan
Convention & Visitors Bureau sharing the <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:city w:st="on">Holland</st1:city> <st1:state w:st="on">Michigan</st1:state></st1:place>
story! Be sure to save lots of energy this morning because you’re going to be
so excited to get moving and connecting with one another. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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morning you will have the opportunity to attend breakout sessions with an
emphasis on marketing, working together, creating a destination, connecting
with travelers and much more. All that excitement and new information is going
to require some food for thought so sit down and enjoy a wonderful lunch
featuring local foods and desserts. Step out of the box and connect with
someone new at your table and network by sharing ideas and thoughts.</span></div>
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available to you; video do’s and don’ts, low budget high impact marketing,
finding money and much more! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial;">Following each of your break out sessions, be sure to take
advantage of the numerous one-on-one consultations available to you. This is
your chance to connect with local professionals and receive priceless advice
and ideas to help you succeed further than you ever thought possible! Then cool
down and relax at the end with a conference wrap up, but pay attention because
there may just be a surprise you’re not expecting! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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be sure to sign up for the pre-conference excursion event and start the fun a day in advance! For an additional $25 you can enjoy a Paint On Canvas and Wine event.<span style="background-color: white;">You will be guided by local
artists from Paint the Towne to create their own canvas masterpiece that you
can take home with you and display. Also included are 2 drink tickets for use
at Roscoes. You can’t beat this! Be sure to register soon, space is limited!</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial;">Does all of this sound exciting and informative? Would you
like to attend? </span><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial;">Be sure to check out the conference website </span><u>http://www.formstack.com/landing/WCtourism-Event</u> and register for a cost of $25. This registration fee includes all sessions,
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<st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">6000 National Rd E</st1:street>, <st1:city w:st="on">Richmond</st1:city> <st1:state w:st="on">Indiana</st1:state></st1:address>.</span></div>
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Directly at the end of the hall sits the vertebrate paleontology collection. The collection houses many specimens including <span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">a mastodon, a giant sloth, a wolf and an Allosaurus. Immediately my son runs to the Allosaurus and screams with excitement “dino!!” He’s amazed by the size of it and asks daddy to pick him up to see it better. The </span>most interesting to me was the giant beaver which was found in nearby <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Randolph</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">County</st1:placetype></st1:place>. To think these huge creatures once roamed around our area is amazing! My son would have stayed in the paleontology collection for hours if I would have let him, but we decided to venture downstairs.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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The next room is full of live reptiles and a hands on activity center. My son loved being able to touch real snake skin, coral, animal hide, animal antlers, and many more exciting objects. I love that the <st1:personname w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:placename w:st="on">Joseph</st1:placename> <st1:placename w:st="on">Moore</st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on">Museum</st1:placetype></st1:place></st1:personname> is so hands on for children. When you’re a young child you want to touch and explore everything you see and they are allowed to do just that. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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Besides the toy dinosaur we bought my son at the gift shop the whole trip cost us nothing. Overall we had an exciting day of educational fun. I highly encourage you to visit their website <span style="color: #009933;"><cite><u><a href="http://www.earlham.edu/joseph-moore-museum/">www.earlham.edu/<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">joseph</span>-<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">moore</span>-<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">museum</span>/</a></u></cite><cite><span style="font-family: Arial;"> </span></cite></span><span style="color: #009933;"><cite><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="color: black;"> </span></span></cite></span><span style="color: #222222;">and plan a trip to the museum on the Earlham College Campus, <st1:address w:st="on"><st1:street w:st="on">80<span style="color: windowtext;">1 National Road West</span></st1:street><span style="color: windowtext;">, <st1:city w:st="on">Richmond</st1:city>, <st1:state w:st="on">IN</st1:state> <st1:postalcode w:st="on">47374</st1:postalcode></span></st1:address></span>. Open year round: <span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays 1-5 pm. </span></div>
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<o:p>A mother, photographer and avid hiker, Angel enjoys the outdoors and spending time with family. She graduated midterm from Richmond High School in 2009 as a member of the National Honor Society and received her Honors diploma. You can spot her working hard at the </o:p>Richmond/ Wayne County Convention & Tourism Bureau in Richmond, Indiana. </div>
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Did you know that The Two Sister's classy shopping bag is the new accessory of Richmond, IN? Well it is, if you take a look at Richmond High School you will see many students carrying their books with these wonderful bags. </div>
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The elegant black with gold letters is a stand out statement that reading can be fun. The picture of display is of the owners Patty and Kate. Patty who I spoke with a few days ago told the bag creater that she use to wear cowboy boots and her sister always had a bow in her hair. If you look at the details of the bag and logo, then these are the two sisters. </div>
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As kids, Patty and Kate always wanted to own their own book store. With the help of their father, an english major was another inspiration to start this business. Local college discounts are in place with student I.D. as well as military discounts to customers as their father served 20 years. </div>
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The sisters love tea and sell mostly black tea as it is their favorite. Loose tea leafs are now available for purchase with the stand out seller of Romeo and Juliet in the shape of a heart. Did I mention they have a Harry Potter room under their staircase? </div>
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Paint the Towne is a wonderful place to GET-A-WAY from life for awhile. You get to choose the piece of pottery you want to paint. They have a variety of plates, mugs, animal figures and tea pots. Available is a wide range of colors to choose from and stencils to help along the way. Just think of your design and paint away as you chat with friends. Paint the Towne does the rest for you, they will glaze and fire the piece and then should be ready within a week for pickup! </div>
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Don't forget to put your initial on the bottom to recognize your own art work. The people are great especially Maria the owner, she has been nothing but a friend to me from the first time I stepped foot in her door. If you are in need for a space and a fun time for your child's birthday party, Paint the Towne is the place. They have a party room in back to hold for birthdays. </div>
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A senior majoring in Communication studies at Indiana University East. She is a resident of Randolph County but thinks of Wayne County as her backyard. She is interning at Richmond/ Wayne County Convention & Tourism Bureau in Richmond, Indiana. She is passionate about food, being creative, planning events as well as attending. </div>
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The Firehouse BBQ & Blues is a wonderful place to be especially if you enjoy fun, food and music. Two Richmond firefighters turned their careers into dreams others can share. Co-owners Rich Bolen and tom Broyles opened the Firehouse BBQ & Blues after renovating a seven decade firehouse. </div>
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I have actually met all three guys on my many visits to the Firehouse BBq & Blues. I have been during the Battle of the Bands this past year as well as College night in the Depot. The food is amazing and the fun music festivities atmosphere is always a hit. I recommend anyone to try the cheesy poatoes! The best part, they come in a mason jar as the bowl, talk about cute displays! </div>
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Paulees is another business located in the Depot. As their facility in now apart of constuction, Firehouse has added the facility to be apart of theirs. The small breakfast cafe is a big hit as it always has been as Paulee's slogan of "eat and get out." Lets just say, you came to eat and that is it. Many Richmond folks understand the humor behind it all and Paulees little quotes. </div>
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If you are planning to have a wedding rehersal or birthday party why not have it at the Firehouse BBQ & Blues. They have a great banquet room with great catering. The room holds 80 people and the food will be brought to you. Just call for details. </div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">For the epicurean explorer, there’s no sweeter adventure
than a trek on the Richmond- Wayne County Chocolate Trail.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Wayne County is the perfect territory for the
trail because it is so like chocolate!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Just as chocolate is delicious because it’s a perfect
combination of fabulous ingredients like butter, sugar, and cocoa,<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Wayne County is a wonderful place to spend
time because it’s comprised<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>of
especially satisfying towns, people, and places.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">On the self-guided Chocolate Trail, an adventure awaits to
please all the senses.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Flashing a
Chocolate Trail passport from one side of Wayne County to the other allows those
in pursuit of taste sensations to experience such delights as a legendary
chocolate covered caramel at Abbott’s Candy Store </span><a href="http://www.abbottsalso.com/"><span style="color: blue;">abbottsalso.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> in Hagerstown, <span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">delectable</span> Greek creams from <a href="http://www.olympiancandies.com/" target="_blank">Olympian Candies</a> which has been located downtown Richmond since 1909, and even a glass of
chocolate-raspberry wine at J&J Winery </span><a href="http://jjwinery.com/"><span style="color: blue;">jjwinery.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">
in Richmond.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Warm Glow Candles </span><a href="http://warmglow.com/"><span style="color: blue;">warmglow.com</span></a><span class="MsoHyperlink"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><u><span style="color: blue;"> </span></u></span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">in
Centerville provides a chocolate scented votive that creates a delicious
ambiance in any room of the house, and there are numerous other trail markers
with scrumptious treats and special surprises.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>It’s recommended to plan most stops Tuesday through Saturday as a few
places are closed Sunday and Monday.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">This year, in addition to the already established chocolate
delight destinations on the trail, an overnight feature has been added to
accommodate those who want to extend the sweet experience into the evening or
use it as the theme for a getaway weekend.</span></div>
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Richmond; “For the Love of Chocolate” at<a href="http://www.pwsmithbnb.com/" target="_blank"> Philip W. Smith B&B and Martha E.Parry B&B</a> in Richmond; “For Chocolate Lovers Only” at The <a href="http://www.potterswheelbandb.com/" target="_blank">Potter’s WheelB&B</a> in Richmond; “Sweet Chocolate Dreams” at Best Western in Richmond; “The
Chocolate Escape” at Country Keep Cabins in Centerville; “For Those Who Love
Chocolate” at the <a href="http://www.lantzhouseinn.com/" target="_blank">Historic Lantz House Inn</a> in Centerville; and “Sweet On
Chocolate” at Holiday Inn in Richmond.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Step off on the Chocolate Trail year round by visiting the
Old National Road Welcome Center, 5701 National Road East, Richmond, IN (I-70,
Exit 156A), to obtain your FREE chocolate passport.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For more information about the Chocolate
Trail and overnight packages, or to learn more about other activities in
Richmond-Wayne County Indiana, visit </span><a href="http://www.visitrichmond.org/"><span style="color: blue;">www.VisitRichmond.org</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">
or call 800-828-8414.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Quality components are essential whether creating
palate-pleasing fare or welcoming communities.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>An outing on Richmond-Wayne County’s Chocolate Trail provides ample
opportunities to enjoy both.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Get your
passport today and forge a trail and a memory you won’t forget.</span></div>
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works in Richmond, Indiana. A native of Wayne County, Clare enjoys exploring
the historical sites of the area, as well as the many new locations offering
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Wayne County Convention & Tourism Bureauhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12871543024766970228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3387890789179161391.post-8114029908451035082012-11-27T13:32:00.005-08:002012-12-17T08:50:19.772-08:00Best-kept Secret in Wayne County<br />
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Nestled along the Old
National Road and in the very heart of Antique
Alley, Cambridge City
could easily qualify as the best-kept secret in Wayne County.
What’s the secret? The secret is that this quaint town is the home to ten
antiques shops and malls, four eateries and three museums<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>– all within walking distance of each other. Rich
in history and filled with beautifully-restored homes, this picturesque town of
1,900 people has a small town feel and a huge heart. But it is the abundance of
antiques shops and quaint eateries that make this a must-see weekend
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Another secret I’ll share is that I get to experience this picturesque
small town on a weekly basis since I work part-time at one of the antique malls
in the town. I consider the hundreds of “regulars” who frequent the antiques
shops and little cafes as my friends. I look forward to their smiling faces as
they come to browse and seek out a little treasure to add to their collection
at home. But it is the newcomers who are just discovering the little nugget of
joy that is Cambridge
City for the first time
that I truly relish. Exclamations of “I never knew about all the great antique
shopping here”, “we loved our hand-breaded tenderloin sandwich at Lumpy’s Café”
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Nine of the ten antiques shops are located in a 2-block
stretch along the Old National
Road in downtown Cambridge City.
Shoppers can browse primitive antique furniture, local artisan works, gifts,
candles and more at The Log House, situated in a real log cabin that is
original to the Old National Road.
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Blue Ridge Antiques
offers a unique blend of primitive and shabby chic antiques on two floors of a
restored building which was once an old saloon. Polly is there to help with
your purchases and make your visit a very special one. </div>
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Marty at Doublehead Trading Company specializes in
reclamation with hundreds of old doors, windows, fireplace mantels, porch
columns, a large selection of collectibles and so much more. Marty has one of
the largest glass jar displays in the area.</div>
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Visitors may shop for antiques, primitives, artisan wares
and purposeful clutter at Vinton House Antiques, a former 1847 brick Federal
hotel. In the mid 19<sup>th</sup> century, the Whitewater
Canal flowed right behind the old
Vinton House Hotel and then on to Cincinnati,
transporting freight and passengers. A mural depicting the canal back in the
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Building 125, a mecca for home interior designers, is
located in three fully-restored historic buildings, offering an eclectic mix of
antiques, American country, primitives, barn quilts and a variety of gift
items. The original freight elevator in one of the restored buildings is still
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Don’t let the name fool you -- Hole in the Wall Antiques is
more of a treasured armoire with antiques and collectibles habiting every nook
and cranny. Two floors, great finds and great deals will be found at Hole in
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This and That Antiques is aptly named – you’ll find a little
bit of every kind of antique and collectible for your browsing pleasure. Just
look for the old bicycle hanging from the side of the building and you’ll know
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Old National Road Antique Mall is housed in the old Danner’s
department store building and shoppers often comment on the “creakiness” of the
original, old hardwood floors. With two full floors of antiques and over 85
dealers, Old National Road draws customers from states near and far who are
seeking antique jewelry, primitives, toys, glassware, quilts and so much
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Just outside town on Gooseheaven Road, you’ll find Goose Haven
Trading Co. An old country schoolhouse has been converted into a haven for
antiques, primitives and gifts. It’s well worth the short drive to see the
wonderful selection of antiques!</div>
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When folks ask me for a good place to eat, I’m grateful that
in Cambridge City, the lunch choices are many. I
usually start by telling people that they can’t go wrong at The Pour House and
then promptly spell out the P – O – U – R when the looks on their faces tell me
they are leery about eating at a POOR House. The menu includes a variety of
soups, sandwiches, coffee specialty drinks and desserts. My favorites are the
chicken salad sandwich on toasted wheat and a frozen mocha frappe. Yummo! And,
it is chock full of antiques and gift items and the best homemade fudge around!</div>
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Lumpy’s Café is a classic small-town diner with a pretty
broad menu. The breaded tenderloin sandwich is big enough for two people to
share (although I must confess I almost ate a whole one by myself once) and
their breakfasts are big and hearty. Best of all, it’s just a half block off
the shopping thorough so you’ll get to walk a tiny bit of your lunch off before
getting back to some serious antiquing.</div>
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The newest eatery in town is the No. 9 Grill right on Main Street. The historic
building was once an Odd Fellows Hall and has been completely restored with
beautiful seating in family-friendly ambiance. Although they specialize in
burgers and steaks, their full menu includes fish, chicken, salads and more. I
recently enjoyed the No. 9 Grill Burger with a tangy barbeque sauce, bacon and
cheese. My eyes were bigger than my stomach with this sandwich but my mouth is
watering for an encore!</div>
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The Briar-Pitte Irish-American Pub & Steakhouse offers
traditional American food from burgers to pizza to seafood and steak with
indoor and outdoor seating, live music on select nights and a full bar. My
sandwich of choice at The Briar-Pitte is The Hog, a hogy bun stuffed with ham
and mozzarella cheese, sent thru the pizza oven and then topped with lettuce
and tomato. To. Die. For!</div>
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With advance arrangements, visitors can tour the Huddleston Farm House Inn Museum.
Built in 1839-41 when the National
Road was young, the museum depicts the way of life
of an early Hoosier farming family and the experience of westward travelers who
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Overbeck House and Pottery Studio is the house where the
Overbeck sisters produced their highly-collectible pottery. Built in the
1830’s, the house was rescued from demolition in 1973 and restored as a private
residence. A coal-fired kiln in the square kiln house has been restored as
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The Museum
of Overbeck Pottery is
housed in the new Cambridge City Public Library just west of downtown on US 40.
<strong><span style="font-weight: normal;">O</span></strong>verbeck Pottery,
produced between 1911 and 1955, is recognized as an important part of our
national art history. The museum preserves the creative art of the six Overbeck
sisters who lived and worked in Cambridge
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So, now the secret is out! Cambridge City is the area's weekend destination point for antiquing and history. Make time to come visit soon. You won't be disappointed! </div>
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Wayne County Convention & Tourism Bureauhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12871543024766970228noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3387890789179161391.post-12521745027876147962012-11-08T09:37:00.000-08:002012-11-27T13:47:58.427-08:00Newly opened coffee bar and tap room in Richmond<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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to Richmond’s ecclectic
Historic Depot District on a beautiful fall afternoon to have lunch at Roscoe’s.
Roscoe’s Coffee Bar and Tap Room is new to Richmond’s Historic Depot District, having
just opened about a month ago. Roscoe’s is a beautifully renovated building, with
exposed brick walls and a beautiful red stained hardwood floor. </span></span><br />
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selection of paninis with your choice of chips and a pickle or hummus. I had the
Mediterranean Panini with a side of hummus and blue corn chips and a cup of
coffee to drink. My lunch was delicious! The Mediterranean Panini had grilled
chicken, spinach, tomato, pesto, feta and mozzarella cheese all between two
slices of ciabatta bread. The hummus is made in-house and tasted wonderful! </span></span></div>
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choice of Indiana<span style="font-size: small;">-</span>crafted beers available on tap, including brews from Sun King <span style="font-size: small;">and New Boswell</span>. </span></span></div>
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beer. Come try Roscoe’s out sometime with friends, family, co-workers or just
yourself! They have seasonal specials like Pumpkin Chai Latte, Caramel Spice Hot
Apple Cider and Pumpkin Bagels with Pumpkin <span style="font-size: small;">C</span>ream <span style="font-size: small;">C</span>heese. </span></span><br />
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Historic Depot, be sure to check out many of the marvelous shops and restaurants.
Try the Firehouse BBQ & Blues Club, New Boswell Brewery, Gyslain Chocolatier
& Bistro, and Paint the Towne Pottery Studio….just to name a few of the
wonderful businesses in downtown Richmond, Indiana. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Ashly Edwards is a senior
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studying Travel and Tourism. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She interning
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raised in Bloomfield, Indiana. She is very passionate about food, history,
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great state to see what it has to offer. Indiana
has an excellent art scene to offer. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I’m
originally from Southern Indiana, but moved to
the area for school a few years ago. I am continually amazed at how many
talented artists have hailed from Indiana.
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<span style="font-family: Cambria;">The Richmond
Art Museum was founded in
1898. RAM has a remarkable permanent collection of 19<sup>th</sup> and 20<sup>th</sup>
century American Impressionists, Taos School, the Hoosier Group and the Richmond School
artwork on display. The most notable piece is the William Merritt Chase <i>Self-Portrait</i>. There is an interesting story that goes along with the <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Self-Portrait</i>. William Merritt Chase was
an Indiana-born artist. The <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Self-Portrait</i> was commissioned
for the Richmond Art Museum. The piece was supposed to be
a standard portrait size. By the time Chase had finished, the piece was a
whopping 52 x 63 inches</span>.<span style="font-family: Cambria;"> Chase said, “I
painted that picture for you people in Richmond.
I thought you deserved something good. I have been interested in what you have
been doing in the west for art." Critics have called <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Self Portrait</i> his masterpiece. </span></div>
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RAM also has sculptures and ceramics available on display; many were created by
Indiana
artists.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In the lobby stands a sculpture
called Tortoise Boy. It was created by Janet Scudder in 1907. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Cambria;">RAM has a number of
exhibits through-out the year. The latest one is the 114<sup>th</sup> RAM
Annual Exhibit, which will take place November 8 - December 19, 2012. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This exhibit is the oldest juried art
competition in Indiana. The competition is open to artists who live or have
lived in a 100-mile radius from Richmond.
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<span style="font-family: Cambria;">RAM has some exciting works to look forward to over
the next year. Artists Greg Hull and Nhat Tran will create i</span><span style="font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">nstallation</span><span style="font-family: Cambria;"> pieces for RAM. Greg Hull is originally from
Richmond, Indiana and is a professor at Heron School of Art and Design. Nhat
Tran is known for her work in Urushi Art.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Urishi is the Japanese name for lacquer that is created from the sap of
the Rhus Vernicifera tree. Both artists have created installation artwork at the
Indianapolis International Airport.
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<span style="font-family: Cambria;">October was membership
month at RAM. RAM had a painting giveaway contest for new members. The
prize was a beautiful pastel piece by Carol Strock Wasson. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Any new RAM members at any membership level had a chance at winning. The drawing took place on October 31. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Cambria;">RAM offers various art classes
that are open to the public. The Richmond
Art Museum is open
Tuesday-Friday 10 am to 4 pm. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is
located at 350 Hub Etchison Parkway
in Richmond, Indiana</span>.<span style="font-family: Cambria;"> There is no charge for admission, but donations are accepted. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Cambria;">Ashly Edwards is a senior
at Ball State University
studying Travel and Tourism. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She interning
at the Richmond/Wayne County Indiana Convention & Tourism Bureau in Richmond, Indiana
for the fall of 2012.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Ashly was born and
raised in Bloomfield, Indiana. She is very passionate about food, history,
science fiction and travel. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">When I moved back to the Wayne County area a couple of years ago, one of
the things I looked forward to the most was spending time with my two
grandkids, Ben and Jenna. Since it was fall break for Hagerstown schools last week, I took
Wednesday off from work so the three of us could spend the day together.</span></div>
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they got out of bed. Jenna was first and she and I had some nice snuggle time
on the couch before Ben scurried in to pile on top. After a bit of morning TV,
a yogurt bar and much discussion about the appropriate clothing for the chilly
day, we piled in the van to head to Richmond. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Verdana;">There was the usual battle over where to eat with
votes cast for Cracker Barrel, McDonald’s and Bub Ebbons (Bob Evans). But
Grandma Julie quieted all discussion by pulling into IHOP. I had not been to
the Richmond IHOP before and really enjoyed my first visit. It was bright and
clean and our waitress was friendly and good with the kids. Jenna enjoyed a
create-your-own pancake complete with a banana mouth, strawberry eyes and pink yogurt
hair. Ben ordered the grilled cheese and fruit but bypassed the sandwich for a
breakfast of fruit only. I had the omelet and a small stack of pancakes. Of
course, we had to sample each of the syrup choices available and unanimously
vetoed all but the classic maple-flavored syrup.</span> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Next we headed to Glen Miller
Park where the kids
climbed and slid and swayed on the gigantic playground equipment. I
fear I really showed my age in my efforts to keep up with a 3.5 and 7.5 year
old. They were fast, fast, fast. Although the sun was out and bright, the wind
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County Historical
Museum was my next
surprise and it was a good one! Before we even got inside we were entertained
by a handful of fat squirrels gathering nuts in the front yard. Once inside,
Ben was enamored with the toy soldiers display and the trains. Jenna liked the
decorations in place for the upcoming Haunted Museum taking place this month. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">I’d forgotten how hard it is to explain old
technology and vehicles to children. They have no concept of what coal is or
how a record plays on a phonograph. Jenna was shocked at how little space there
was on the old school bus and that dead bodies were once taken to the cemetery in
a horse-drawn hearse.She could relate to the old conestoga wagon since she is just now falling on love with and reading the Little House on the Prairie books</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Veach’s Toy Store was our next destination. I
remember taking my kids there when they were little and it was always so fun.
This trip did not disappoint! I think Ben tried out every single riding toy in
the store and repeated the refrain “I want this for Christmas!” many times.
Jenna was more interested in the arts and crafts section and the more unique
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Since we were only a block from the best cookie
store around, we walked down to Joy Ann Cake Shop. I’ve always loved the
variety of iced cookies they keep on hand, prompting the kids to press their
faces upon the glass front case and say “Uuum, I’ll have that one!” Jenna
picked an iced pumpkin cookie (because it was the biggest one they had) and Ben
chose a blue iced smiley face cookie. Then they made selections to take home –
a leaf for Mommy and a Bid Bird for Daddy. I got a bag of thumbprint cookies,
my favorite! We sat outside on a bench along the sidewalk and wondered if the
people in the office building next door were watching us out their windows. We
made a few faces just in case.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">I asked the kids if they had ever seen dinosaurs
before and Jenna informed me that all of the dinosaurs are dead. But, I told
her, there are still dinosaur skeletons around and I know a place where we can
see them! So, we headed over to the Joseph
Moore Museum on the Earlham campus. What a bright, happy place it was with friendly staff
just waiting to answer questions and help us experience it all. Ben was in awe
of the huge mastodon skeleton and the Allosaurus skeleton, insisting that the
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<![endif]--><span style="font-family: Verdana;">There were also skeletons of a giant ground sloth, dire
wolf, and a saber-toothed cat! We spent quite some time on the hands-on
activities and then traveled downstairs to see the live turtle, iguana and fish
which the kids enjoyed much more than the Egyptian mummy. Kids -- go figure!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;">As we pulled out of the Earlham campus Ben asked
how long until we would be home. I answered only 20 minutes. And, as I looked
back over the day, I couldn’t help marveling at all the fun we'd had right here
in Wayne County! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Our 2012 Fall Photo Contest is in full swing! We are excited
to see all the photos of Wayne
County that our
residents, visitors, Facebook followers and others are submitting. For this
contest, we are looking for photos with PEOPLE having fun in Wayne County:
shoppers browsing inside or outside antique stores; people enjoying the food
and fun at fall festivals; and artisans creating art or crafts at art fairs. The
photos I’m including here in this blog post are good examples of the kind of
photos we seek. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Gather a few of your friends and head down to the historic
Depot District in Richmond.
As your friends stroll along the streets, shoot photos of them with the murals,
brick buildings and other interesting details in the background.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Having girlfriends in from out of town? Take photos of them
enjoying the antiques, attractions and great food Wayne County
has to offer. As you shoot your photos, be sure to capture some of the ambiance or architecture
of the area in the background. We want the photos to show that they were taken
in Wayne County!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The Cardinal Greenway would be a great place to shoot your
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Once you’ve taken your photos, it is super easy to enter the
contest. You can upload your photos to our <a href="http://www.visitrichmond.org/" target="_blank">website</a> or drop them off on a disc
or jump drive at the Welcome
Center. Just click <a href="http://www.visitrichmond.org/photo/" target="_blank">here</a>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The contest closes on November 5<sup>th</sup> and then a
group of judges will meet to select the winning photos. One grand prize winner
will receive a Wayne
County get-away package/gift basket overflowing with coupons for free lodging, meals, attractions and
area-related gifts. Three runner-up winners will each receive a gift bag of Wayne County
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Wayne County Convention & Tourism Bureauhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12871543024766970228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3387890789179161391.post-53427118567503936062012-09-06T12:10:00.000-07:002012-09-06T12:10:35.359-07:00Fall in Wayne County -- bittersweet and wonderfully amazing!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Fall has always been my favorite season. It goes way back to
my childhood when the start of fall meant new school clothes, a new pair of
saddle oxfords and new school supplies. I especially liked getting a new box of
#2 pencils – the ones with the bright golden yellow outside and the crisp hard
lead inside. I can close my eyes today and still smell that just-sharpened pine
and lead scent.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Some years the
start of school meant a new too-curly-slightly-frizzy hair perm as well. That
is one memory and one scent I’d truly rather forget. And then THE day arrived
and the sound of the school bus whooshing to a stop at the end of our driveway
masked the nervous drum of my excited heartbeat. What new possibilities would
this school year bring? I was always so filled with hope!</div>
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Although I am pushing 60, I’m still like a child about fall.
No matter my age I am still awed by the first red tint of a maple leaf or the
sound of geese turning southward. As August wanes into September I start
longing for homemade chili, a crisp walk in the woods and a fire on the patio.
I find every taste, sound, scent and view of fall to be so wonderfully
bittersweet; I long to savor every ounce of it before the winds turn cold and Mother
Earth puts on her drab gray sweater.</div>
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This year I am especially excited about the line-up of
festivals, events and FUN just waiting to be enjoyed here in Richmond/Wayne
County. September’s fun starts with <a href="http://www.cambridgecityindiana.org/" target="_blank">Cambridge City’s Canal Days</a> on Saturday and
Sunday, Sept. 8-9. As always, Historic National Rd. 40 will be closed down and
filled with vendors selling good eats, arts, crafts and fun for the kids. I’m
looking forward to my first caramel apple of the season and at least one lemon
shake-up!</div>
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I have my eye on a few events to share with my grandkids. We
will definitely go to Heritage Festival 2012 at the <a href="http://waynecountyhistoricalmuseum.com/" target="_blank">Wayne Co. Historical Museum</a>
September 8-9 where we can enjoy toe-tapping music, old-time crafts,
blacksmithing, a silent auction, good food, wood crafts, carriage rides, Civil
War re-enacting, homemade ice cream, Hat Trick exotic petting zoo, children's
activities and much, much more! I also think they will enjoy the ArbLeaf
walking leaf collecting trail at <a href="http://www.hayesarboretum.org/" target="_blank">Hayes Arboretum </a>now thru October 19<sup>th</sup>.
Glen Miller Park will be our destination on Saturday Sept. 15<sup>th</sup> for Kidsfest,
a day of fun kids activities at S. 10<sup>th</sup> St. Park. </div>
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The <a href="http://issuu.com/centercitydevelopmentcorp/docs/newsletter_july2012" target="_blank">Annual Center City Picnic</a> and the last Main Street
Sidewalk Sale of 2012 will be from 11 am – 1:30 pm on Thursday, Sept. 13<sup>th</sup>.
I’m looking forward to some great food in an outdoor picnic atmosphere and also
browsing the special promos all along the sidewalk sale. </div>
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This year will be my first year to experience <a href="http://www.richmondfurnituregallery.com/festivals.php" target="_blank">Oktoberfest</a> in
the Historic Richmond Depot District. I hear I need to dress in my best German
attire (where oh where is my lederhosen??!!) and get ready to party! Note to
self: go hungry and stay thirsty as <span class="red">beer and brats</span> will
be the diet for the day. Visitors will want to try <span class="orange">locally
made beer</span> from the Depot District's microbrewery, have fun <span class="purple">playing games</span>, listen to <span class="red">live music</span>,
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I'd love to hear what local fall festivals and events you are looking forward to this year. Please leave a comment and share your love of fall with all of us!</div>
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Morning . . . early morning . . . 6:30 am early morning today found me walking the <a href="http://www.cardinalgreenways.org/" target="_blank">Cardinal Greenway</a> with my 2 mini schnauzer dogs, Bella and Zoe. The girls (that’s what I call my dogs) woke me extra early and the moment I saw the mist hanging over the bean field to the east of my house I knew we were going to hit the trail. I am so blessed to live just a quarter mile from the Jacksonburg Rd. trailhead near Economy (in eastern Indiana, just north of Richmond) and it is so easy to hop into the car and then onto the trail for a brisk walk.<br /><br />
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We like to head east on the trail; it winds thru some gorgeous wooded areas with farmland to either side. The long hot summer has me unaccustomed to the low humidity and temperatures I experienced this morning. It was definitely sweatshirt weather! The cooler weather had the girls pulling off to the side of the trail to sniff and scout out whatever animals had visited during the night. I heard rustling in the leaves several times and wondered if a curious deer was quietly surveying our passage thru his territory.<br /><br />
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I reflected on how easy it is to get caught up in the day-to-day bustle of life; it seems I am often too busy to notice what a glorious show Mother Nature is putting on for us. Hints of an early fall were apparent in the acorns and dried leaves scattering the pathway and in the more northerly slant of the rising sun. A staccato of light played over me thru the trees and the mist seemed to part as we voyaged east.<br /><br />
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Faintly I heard a girl’s voice softly singing and as I rounded a curve could see an Amish girl calling softly to a mare and foal. Both horses rushed toward the girl and gently nuzzled oats from the palms of her hands. She lovingly stroked their necks and continued her soft cooing of love. <br />
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As we crossed the bridge over the little creek, a large bird flew over our heads; even from its lofty height I could feel the breeze off its long wing span. Its feet were drawn up tight to its body but he slowly lowered his legs as he swooped down into the creek for an early breakfast. Maybe a heron, I thought. I wanted to stay put and watch the bird meander thru the stream but the girls had other ideas and pulled me onward.<br />
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As we neared Economy Road, I looked over the remains of what used to be
the Economy Tile Company. Long abandoned and almost ghostly, it is a
site I definitely need to add to my Abandoned America list to be
photographed. Further east, the girls discovered a mass of hip hopping
grasshoppers off the side of the trail and tried to catch a few. I
couldn’t help laughing out loud at their antics. Don’t’ worry, I said,
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I knew very little about the Cardinal Greenway when I returned to my hometown from Dayton and the big corporate world in the fall of 2010. Yes, I had heard bits and pieces about the conversion of the old railroad bed into a bike path. And, yes I knew that it had been completed behind my folks’ house near Economy but I really had no idea what a delight it was or that it was Indiana’s longest greenway at 63 miles long.<br /><br />
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Secluded and quiet and safe are the words that first come to mind when I think of my time on the Greenway. There are literally dozens of <a href="http://www.cardinalgreenways.org/index/Maps/Locate-the-Greenways.asp" target="_blank">trailheads in our area</a> that allow easy access to the path – just park your vehicle in the safe parking lot and off you go for a bit of fresh air and exercise. You will very quickly forget that it is exercise though as you leave behind all thoughts of your to-do list and lose yourself in the delight of being outdoors. <br />Wayne County Convention & Tourism Bureauhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12871543024766970228noreply@blogger.com0