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June 2010

New Valparaiso Restaurant Celebrates Our Industrial Heritage

by jonathanwthomas June 30, 2010

There’s a great new restaurant in town called the Industrial Revolution Eatery and Grille. It’s a brand new restaurant concept that celebrates America’s industrial heritage – something that is often forgotten. The recently opened restaurant features decor in high detail that chronicles America’s industry history, features beautiful photography, neat statuary and good hearty American food. The creators of [...]

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Check out South Shore TV for NWI Travel Videos

by jonathanwthomas June 30, 2010

If you were thinking of venturing up to Indiana’s South Shore – then check out these great videos put together by the South Shore visitors Bureau. South Shore TV takes you to all the sites and sounds of Northwest Indiana and all that it has to offer tourists. Find out all about: THE COUNTY LINE [...]

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For Train Lovers: The Spirit of Jasper is Departing!

by jonathanwthomas June 30, 2010

I love trains. One thing Indiana is blessed with are two heritage train lines – the more well known White River Vallery Railway and now the new Spirit of Jasper. From the Depot in Jasper, Indiana you have the option of taking the train to French Lick, Indiana for a night of fun on the [...]

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Residence Inn Fort Wayne Southwest a Comfortable Stay for a Family of 5

by erikdeckers June 29, 2010

I was able to spend a short weekend in Fort Wayne, thanks to the generosity of the Fort Wayne Convention and Visitors Bureau, and the Residence Inn Fort Wayne Southwest. I took my family — all 5 of us — up to the Summit City for a chance to see a Tin Caps ball game, [...]

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J.K. O’Donnells Irish Pub in Fort Wayne

by erikdeckers June 29, 2010

We had just finished a sweltering Saturday around Fort Wayne, and we were in need of some place comfortable, cool, and with good food. Luckily, we had been referred to J.K. O’Donnell’s, having heard from friends that it was a good place with an outstanding beer selection. We had just arrived right after a World [...]

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Celebrate the Fourth of July in Kokomo

by visitkokomo June 29, 2010

Visit Kokomo to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday weekend.  From car shows and carnival rides to an air show and fireworks, there is something for the entire family to enjoy! Haynes-Apperson Festival – July 1-3, 2010 Come to Downtown Kokomo for a fun-filled weekend! Hours: Thursday & Friday 5-11 p.m. and Saturday Noon-11 p.m. [...]

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A Saturday at the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo

by erikdeckers June 29, 2010

I was able to spend a short weekend in Fort Wayne, Indiana, thanks to the Fort Wayne Convention and Visitors Bureau. One of my stops was the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo. Despite what the name says, there are absolutely no children on display at the zoo, just animals. I tried telling my kids that there [...]

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Round Barn Theatre at Amish Acres Musical Season Schedule

by jonathanwthomas June 29, 2010

Last year my wife and I had the pleasure to see a musical production at the Amish Acres Round Barn Theatre. It was a lovely treat and we’re looking forward to going back this year. Here’s this season’s schedule of shows at the Amish Acres Round Barn Theatre: For more information about the shows and [...]

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Gary Air Show Coming in For a Landing Next Weekend!

by jonathanwthomas June 29, 2010

One of my favorite events of the year is the Gary Air Show, held every year at Marquette Park Beach in Miller, Indiana. It’s always a great day out and as someone who loves airplanes, it’s great fun. This year’s Gary Air Show will be held on Saturday July 10th and Sunday July 11th. There’s [...]

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President Benjamin Harrison Home Offers Adventures Year-Round

by aatourism June 29, 2010

You’ve done the traditional 4th of July cookout and fireworks. This year, put the history back into the holiday by attending the July 4 Ice Cream Social at the President Benjamin Harrison Home. As the home of the 23rd U.S. president and Indiana’s only president, this 1875 Italianate Victorian house has been restored to look [...]

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