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July 2009

Indiana Wine: A History

July 31, 2009

When people think of the history of wine making in America, they think it must have originated in California, or maybe out east. Actually, the first commercial wine making operation was in Vevay, Indiana, in Switzerland County. John James Dufour, who arrived in this country in 1796, was looking for a place to start growing [...]

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Indiana’s Offbeat, Oddities, and Quirks

July 31, 2009

When you think of odd, weird, and just plain goofy sights in Indiana, you should think of Dick Wolfsie. Let me rephrase that: you should think of Dick Wolfsie’s book. Wolfsie, a humor writer and weekend reporter for WISH TV, penned the book Indiana Curiosities, as a chronicle of “quirky characters, roadside oddities, and other [...]

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Broad Ripple Merchants Sidewalk Sale

July 31, 2009

Looking for a great sale this weekend in one of Indianapolis’ coolest and most eclectic in-town neighborhoods? Then you should check out the Broad Ripple Merchants’ Sidewalk Sale this Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year’s participating merchants are: Addendum Artifacts Big Hat Books The Blue Door Ceramic Dreams Studio & Gifts The [...]

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Guide to the Movie Theaters of Northwest Indiana

July 31, 2009

Believe it or not, Northwest Indiana is actually a great hub for Cinema. We get most of the major movie releases, including a lot of art movies thanks to a great network of movie theaters in the region. Here’s a breakdown of all the cinemas and multiplexes in the area. Lake County Hammond: The Kennedy [...]

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Outdoor Recreation in Kokomo

July 31, 2009

Planning some outdoor recreation during your travels this year?  From biking, walking, running, swimming, and skateboarding, Kokomo has it covered.  Here is a list of some of the outdoor recreation offered in the Kokomo area: Wildcat Creek Walk of Excellence Whether you plan to take a leisurely stroll or a brisk power walk, this trail is perfect.  Ideal [...]

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Visit the Only Zoo in Northern Indiana

July 31, 2009

Photo courtesy Laporte County Photo Tour Many people don’t know that there is a zoo in Northwest Indiana in Michigan City. The Washington Park Zoo has been around for quite some time and is well worth a visit. It’s, of course, very family friendly. The zoo is not large so your kids won’t get tired [...]

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Flickr Photo of the Week (Week 31, 2009)

July 31, 2009

We’ve missed the past few Photos of the Week, but we’re back again with a great shot from last Sunday’s Allstate 400 at the Brickyard, the world’s second largest single-day sporting event. Remember that Monday, August 3 is your last day to place your vote for the top photo submitted during My Indiana Summer. Click [...]

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Coming Soon: Voyages on the Last Interurban

July 30, 2009

I love the South Shore Line. Not only is it a fantastic commuter resource for Northern Indiana, it’s also an excellent way for tourist to explore everything there is in Northern Indiana. So, in order to raise the profile of the stories train line, next month I’m starting an ongoing blog series about the South [...]

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Candy Heaven: The Wakarusa Dime Store

July 29, 2009

My wife and I discovered this gem of a place while we were on the Elkart County Heritage Driving Tour last month. The Wakarusa Dime Store was founded over a hundred years ago and to this day sells a dizzying array of candy from all over the world. Their claim to fame is the fact [...]

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Pirate Sand Adventure a real treat for landlubbers

July 28, 2009

What do you get when you put 200 tons of sand in the middle of an urban park space? That depends on who you invite to “play” in it. Since July 18 and continuing through August 16 at Garfield Park on the south side of Indianapolis, Indy Parks is hosting the “Pirate Sand Adventure.” Master [...]

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