Posts about things in Indiana’s West region
Did you know that April 22-29 is National Parks Week? A perfect time to reflect on one of my favorite Indiana State Parks! Located less than an hour and half west of downtown Indianapolis is the state’s second oldest park Read more
Staying “stateside” this Spring Break? Worried your formula of Netflix, ABC Family, and video games will fall apart by Wednesday? And no, the re-introduction of naptime for your 10 and 13 year-old probably won’t work. So while your neighbors galavant Read more
Did someone say cake? Yes, National Black Forest Cake Day! For those of you who need a reason to eat cake other than a special occasion or celebrations, well add today to your list. According to cake history the black Read more
In honor of National Peanut Butter Day I thought I would write about some conventional and not so conventional ways to enjoy this diversely used ingredient. Northern Indiana Downtown Chesterton near the Indiana Dunes is already preparing for March 1st. Read more
Years ago my parents told us all about The Beef House. They loved it. They loved the steaks, the rolls, the salad bar … you get the picture. Now that I’m in Indy and they are in Central Illinois, it Read more
The third weekend of February, 23rd and 24th, and the first weekend of March, 2nd and 3rd, marks the 50th annual Parke County Maple Syrup Festival in Rockville. March marks the time that maple syrup producers start tapping the local Read more
Though the kids are back in school, Indiana hasn’t finished celebrating its heritage of food and fun. Let the Hoosier state spice up your weekends with these exciting fall festivals. Check out these highlight events, then, find more in the Events Read more
Just because the kids are back in school and the Indiana State Fair wrapped up yesterday doesn’t mean summer fun has to end. A great way to keep summer alive is by attending an outdoor festival, and if you’re like me, the best are Read more
Dust off those boots, grab a cowboy hat and head to Vevay, IN, for an evening of country music along the scenic Ohio River–Switzerland County-style! Join country music legends Sammy Kersaw and Aaron Tippin at the 41st annual Swiss Wine Festival in Vevay, IN. The event will be held Thurs., Read more
Are you tired of the standard hotel room with two queen beds and a television? Are you ready for something more adventurous? Something a little more unusual? Why not give these accommodations a try for your next getaway? Tipi Village Read more
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