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Hoosier Happenings - May 2008
Events occurring May 5-June 3
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May 6 — Fort Wayne Area Community Band Spring Concert, Fort Wayne (Allen) — Auer Auditorium, Rhinehart Music Center, Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne. 7:30 pm. Admission charge. 260-481-6025.
May 10 — Tippecanoe & Bicycles Too, Winamac (Pulaski) — Town Park. Meander your bicycle along the Tippecanoe River in loops of 12, 20 or 60 miles. 8 am. 574-946-4150; http://www.pulaskiymca.com/.
May 10 — Winamac Spring Fest, Winamac (Pulaski) — Courthouse Square. Crafts, bicycles, vendors, pancakes, arts, food, games, music, ponies, Tippecanoe Park, cars, antiques, flowers, plants, inflatables and baseball. Sat: 8 am-5 pm. No admission charge. 574-595-5227; winamackiwanis.com.
May 10 — Young Eagles Flight Rally, Fort Wayne (Allen) — Smith Field Airport, 426 W Ludwig Road. Free airplane rides for youth ages 8-17, 10 am-2 pm; registration 10 am-noon. 260-469-EAA2, opt. 2, www.eaa2.org
May 14-June 14 — Undisciplined Threads Art Exhibit, Wabash (Wabash) — Clark Gallery, Honeywell Center. 260563-1102, www.HoneywellCenter.org.
May 15-18, 30 — Gene Stratton-Porter Plein Aire Art Competition, Rome City (Noble) — Gene Stratton-Porter Historical Site. Artists to work on the site in whatever medium they choose for the day and show their work in the Interpretive Center for the next 3-4 weeks. Artist must bring their own supplies and mediums. Awards reception on May 30. Entry fee. 260-854-3790; email: smccrea@dnr.in.gov; www.in.gov/ism/statehistoricsites/genestratton-portercabin/index.aspx.
May 17 — Cruisin’ Cuse Car Show, Syracuse (Kosciusko) — Community Center, McDonald’s Charity car show supporting local charities and Riley Hospital for Children. “Biggest Little Show in Indiana” with more than 70 trophies awarded. Fri: 5-8 pm; Sat: 8 am-3 pm. No admission charge. 574-457-2401; wawaseekiwanis.org.
May 17 — 13th Annual CycleFest, Auburn (DeKalb) — Kruse, Auction Park. Includes a poker run, people’s choice bike show, rodeo, burnout contest, vendors, good food, beer garden and great music. Sat: 8 am-4 pm. Admission charge. 260-925-3600; acdfestival.org.
May 17 — Shipshewana Antique Market, Shipshewana (LaGrange) — Trading Place Antique Gallery. Semi-annual event with over 200 quality antique vendors. Bring the entire family for a day of antiquing, eating, and festivities! 7 am-4 pm. No admission charge. 260-768-7090; www.ShipshewanaAntiques.com.
May 17 — Taste of Noble County Ethnic Festival, Ligonier (Noble) — Noble County Community Foundation, US 33 Lincoln Hwy. Tour the world as you enjoy a kaleidoscope of sights, sounds, food, music and events representing cultures around the world. Parking fee. Sat: 10 am-8 pm. No admission charge. 866-894-6832; noblecounty.org.
May17-18 — Oswego Trader Days, Oswego (Kosciusko) — various locations. A time period event representing 1765 to 1865 in America. For the entire family. Admission charge. 574-267-8099; midlakelions@yahoo.com
May 17-18 — Scrapbooing Overnight, Brookston (White) — Camp Tecumseh. Call Julie for more info: 765-523-3571; or email: juliegeisler@frontiernet.net.
May 18 — “Jungle” Jack Hanna & Friends, Fort Wayne (Allen) — Embassy Theatre, 125 W Jefferson Boulevard. Black Pine Animal Park presents Jack Hanna live on stage with some of his favorite animals. Admission charge. 260-424-5665; www.ticketmaster.com.
May 18 — “Jungle” Jack Hanna Meet & Greet, Albion (Noble) — Black Pine Animal Park. Meet America’s favorite animal advocate at the sanctuary for autographs and photos. Gate opens: 10 am; meet and greet: noon-1:15 pm. Admission includes entry to park to see the animals. 260-636-7383; www.blackpineanimalpark.com/jackhanna.
May 22 — History Hunters Event, Wabash (Wabash) — Wabash County Historical Museum, 36 E Market St. Dick Kumler shares his experience as a guest on a Navy Guided Missile Destroyer. Noon. 260-563-9070; www.wabashmuseum.org.
May 22-25 — Tri-State Bluegrass Festival, Kendallville (Noble) — Noble County Fairgrounds. Thirty-one hours of bluegrass music, national and regional bands, camping, music, food vendors and parking lot picking. Bring lawn chairs. Covered seating. Hours vary. Admission charge. 260-432-4485; bluegrassusa.net.
May 23-24 — Haiti Benefit Auction, Shipshewana (LaGrange) — Shipshewana Auction Barn. Annual auction to help the poor in Haiti. All auction proceeds are distributed to eight different missions. Large selection of quilts, furniture, food and misc items. Fri: evening open house, food & program; Sat: auction all day and food. No admission charge. 260-768-7759.
May 24 — Vintage Motorcycle Show, Pierceton (Kosciusko) — Uptown Park by the depot. 10 am-3 pm. No admission charge. 260-839-5203; jimvjmc@kconline.com.
May 24 — “Wiggle Waggle Walk-A-Thon” dog walk, Topeka (LaGrange) — Delt Church Park, 6455 S 200 W. Sponsored by Animal Welfare Association. Registration: 9 am; walk: 10 am. Registration fee. Pre-registration by May 17. Rain date May 31.
May 24-26 — The Great Race Sports Festival XXVIII, Elkhart (Elkhart) — Downtown. Cash, medals and shirts. Thirty-six multiple events, ABR and Citizens Bike Race, 10k and 5k run. 1/2 marathon run, 1/2 marathon in-line skate. Mon: 7 am-1 pm; Sat: 8 am-5 pm; Sun: 9 am-9 pm. No admission charge. 574-296-5890; thegreatrace.net.
May 25 — Concert in the Garden, Wabash (Wabash) — Dr. James Ford Historic Home, 177 W Hill St. Electric violinist Cathy Morris performs. 260-563-8686; www.jamesfordmuseum.org.
May 31-June 1 — Summer Craft & Antique Show, Huntington (Huntington) — Flowers, Hearts and Herbs, 5126 N 24 E. Sat: 9 am-5 pm; Sun: 1-5 pm. Pat Zezula, 260-672-2802.
June 3-7 — New Haven Canal Days, New Haven (Allen) — Downtown and Schnelker Park. Family festival, midway, parades, car cruise and show, 5k, air-conditioned marketplace, free entertainment, historical railroad tour and an amateur talent contest. Tue-Thur: 5-11 pm; Fri: 4 pm-midnight; Sat: noon-midnight. No admission charge. 260-493-7458; newhavencanaldays.org.
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Through May 11 — Symphony in Color, Indianapolis (Marion) — Indiana State Museum Bridge Gallery. Showcase of 100 prize-winning pieces by young artists around the state. Artwork created while students listened to classical music. No admission charge for members; included with museum admission. 317-232-1637; indianamuseum.org.
Through June 15 — Quilting Blocks and Binding Threads, Indianapolis (Marion) — Indiana State Museum. Textile display includes many quilts from museum’s Pottinger Collection of Indiana Amish Quilts. Hands-on activities and demonstrations. No admission charge for members; included with museum admission. 317-232-1637; indianamuseum.org.
Through Aug. 3 — Footprints: Balancing Nature’s Diversity, Indianapolis (Marion) — Indiana State Museum. View prehistoric and more recent specimens to learn how animals and humans depend on one another — and the habitat we must share — for survival. No admission charge for members; included with museum admission. 317-232-1637; indianamuseum.org.
May 7 — Brown Bag Lunch: John Mahony, Prairie Grass Observatory, Frankfort (Clinton) — Harry’s Bar, Frankfort Library. Astronomer John Mahony of Prairie Grass Observatory at Camp Cullom will speak about discovering nine new asteroids orbiting the sun. Mahony will show photographs and talk about his work at the observatory and the wonders of the night sky. Noon. No admission charge. 765-654-8746.
May 8 — Unseen City Tour, Lafayette (Tippecanoe) — Downtown. A self-guided tour through downtown to buildings and spaces few know about. Learn about downtown’s rich history and interesting stories Thurs: 4-7 pm. Admission charge. 765-742-4044; lwldc.org.
May 9 — Archaeology Fest, Indianapolis (Marion) — Indiana State Museum, 650 W Washington St. Unlock the secrets to Indiana’s hidden history and explore the world of Indiana archaeology at the Indiana State Museum’s sixth annual Archaeology Fest. Hands-on activities include spear-throwing, making your own cordage and creating rock art. Professional archaeologists will discuss recent excavations and discoveries. Visitors will see demonstrations of ground-stone technology and the ancient technique of flint knapping and investigate ancient animal life through paleontology. 9:30 am-2 pm. indianamuseum.org.
May 10 — Bridgeton Art and Wine Fair, Bridgeton (Parke) — Historic district. Fine art and crafts show and sale, school art show and wine tasting. Sat: 10 am-5 pm. No admission charge. 765-548-2136; bridgetonindiana.com.
May 10 — Wabash Valley Astronomical Society Open House, West Lafayette (Tippecanoe) — West Lafayette Observatory, 600 Cumberland Ave. (on the grounds of the Cumberland Elementary school. Telescopes will be set up for people to view stars and planets (cancelled if cloudy or very windy). No admission charge. 9 pm. www.Stargazing.net/WVAS/.
May 10-11 — Race into the Wineries, Carmel, Indianapolis, Plainfield, Bargersville, Columbus (Hamilton, Marion, Hendricks, Johnson, Bartholomew) — Indy Wine Trail wineries: Buck Creek Winery (Indianapolis), Chateau Thomas Winery (Plainfield), Easley Winery (Indianapolis), Ferrin’s Fruit Winery (Carmel), Grape Inspirations Winery (Carmel), Mallow Run Winery (Bargersville), and Simmons Winery (Columbus). Seven central Indiana wineries will be getting ready for the racing season. Guests are invited to visit each winery from noon-6 pm to enjoy all the different festivities, track food and wines that await them. Admission charge. For more information, please call 1-888-VINO-INDY (888-846-6463) or visit the website at: www.indywinetrail.com.
May 10-16 — Indiana Performing Arts Festival, Indianapolis (Marion) — Indiana State Museum, 650 W Washington St. The 2nd Annual “Indiana Performing Arts Festival” features performances by schoolchildren from across the state and showcases interpretive characters, programs and concerts at the Indiana State Museum. Performances include the Logansport Children’s Choir, The Key Strummers, and “Reptile Theater,” an original production featuring Ficklesteen Frog, ace reporter for The Daily Croaker. Hours vary. 317-232-1637; indianamuseum.org.
May 12-18 — Spring Swap and Sell Meet, Portland (Jay) — Tri-State Club grounds. Antique engines, tractors and consignment auction. Hours vary. Admission charge. 765-369-2656; visitjaycounty.com.
May 16-17 — Fair on the Square, Greencastle (Putnam) — Downtown. A great event for the entire family. Food, fun, crafts, games, rides, cloggers, entertainment and demonstrations. Something for everyone. Hours vary. No admission charge. 800-829-4639; coveredbridgecountry.com.
May 17 — NCGLNAC Children’s One Day Workshop, Portland (Jay) — Jay Public Library. Dani Tippmann, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, will teach children ages 6 and up. Native Americans found everything necessary for life in the world around them. Children will learn some of the secrets of the Miami and everyday life skills. Pre-registration is requested by May 10. 10 am-4 pm. Admission charge, includes all materials. Kay Neumayr, 765-426-3022; kay.neumayr@ncglnac.com; www.ncglnac.org.
May 17 — NCGLNAC Lecture Series: Session 3, Portland (Jay) — Jay County Historical Society. John Dunnagan, vice-chief of the Miami Indians of the State of Indiana, and tribal historian, will discuss the history and struggles of the Miami people in Indiana, their homeland. 5 pm. No admission charge. Kay Neumayr, 765-426-3022; kay.neumayr@ncglnac.com; www.ncglnac.org.
May 17 — Tippecanoe Masonic Fish Fry, Lafayette (Tippecanoe) — 4-H Fairgrounds. 4-7 pm. Admission charge.
May 17-18 — 38th Broad Ripple Art Fair, Indianapolis (Marion) — Grounds of the Indianapolis Art Center, ARTSPARK. More than 225 artists from the United States and Canada, cultural organizations, children’s activities, food courts and live entertainment. Sat: 10 am-7 pm. Sun: 10 am-5 pm. Admission charge. 317-255-2464; indplsartcenter.org.
May 17-18 — Conner Prairie’s Civil War Days, Fishers (Hamilton) — Conner Prairie. Hundreds of reenactors, cavalry demonstrations, infantry drills, camps, life on the Indiana homefront, marches, music, food and shopping. Sat: 10 am-5 pm; Sun: 11 am-5 pm. Admission charge. 317-776-6000; connerprairie.org.
May 22-31 — Fairbanks Park Arts and Music Festival, Terre Haute (Vigo) — Fairbanks Park. Live entertainment nightly with headliner acts both Saturdays. Carnival rides, food and vendors in our beautiful park on the Wabash River. Hours vary. Admission charge. 812-232-2727; fairbanksparkfestival.com.
May 23-24 — Memorial Day Street Fair, Richmond (Wayne) — Railroad Depot Historic District. Street fair and sidewalk sale with live music and fun for all ages. Sat-Sun: 9:30 am-6:30 pm. No admission charge. 765-939-3325; inhistoricrichmond.com.
May 23-26 — 2nd Annual Wildcat Creek Antique Tractor and Engine Show, Greentown (Howard) — Fairgrounds. International tractors, toy show, flea market, swap meet, daily parade and tractor games for all. Mon: 9 am-4 pm; Fri-sat: 9 am-8 pm; sun: 9 am-5 pm. Admission charge. 765-395-5048; VisitIndiana.com.
May 24 — Round the Fountain Art Fair, Lafayette (Tippecanoe) — Courthouse Square One of the best one-day outdoor art shows in the Midwest. Features paintings, sculptures, pottery, photography, prints and jewelry. Sat: 9 am-4:30 pm. No admission charge. roundthefountain.org.
May 24 — Vernon McIntyre’s Appalachian Grass, Connersville (Fayette) — Harvest Time Restaurant, 6418 E. Everton Road. Doors open for dinner, 5 pm; show: 7-9 pm. 937-581-2400.
May 26 — Lafayette Citizen Band Concert, Lafayette (Tippecanoe) — Riehle Plaza. 7:30 pm.
May 28-June 1 — Historic National Road Yard Sale, Richmond to Terre Haute (Wayne to Vigo) — All along US 40. Antiques, produce, crafts and bargains. Hours vary. No admission charge. 765-478-4809; oldstorefrontantiques.com.
May 29 — Lafayette Citizen Band Concert, Lafayette (Tippecanoe) — Riehle Plaza. 7:30 pm.
May 29-31 — Glass Days Festival, Dunkirk (Jay) — Downtown. Glass museum tours, factory tours, food, free entertainment nightly, amusement rides, queen contest, hog roast, talent contest and parades. Hours vary. No admission charge. 765-768-7787; visitjaycounty.com.
May 30-June 2 — Jubilee Days, Knightstown (Henry) — Public Square. Carnival games, rides, parade, queen contest, kiddie tractor pull, food, music, train rides and Hoosier gym tours. Wed-Fri: 10 am-5 pm; Sat: 11 am-10 pm. No admission charge. 800-668-1895; knightstownchamber.com.
May 30-June 1 — 10th annual Antique Power and Engine Show, Danville (Hendricks) — Fairgrounds and Conference Complex. Antique tractors, engines, parades, toy show, flea market, tractor poker run, tractor games, tractor pulls, farming demonstrations and car show. Fri-Sun: 9 am-5 pm. Admission charge. 317-839-1260; hcatma.com.
May 30-June 1 — Russiavile Western Days Festival, Russiaville (Howard) — Town park. Sat: horsepull, parade, karaoke and a car snow on Sun. All three days: tractor show, crafts, carnival rides, entertainment, games and more. Fri: 3-11 pm; Sat: 9 am-11 pm; Sun: 11 am-5 pm. No admission charge. 765-883-7391; VisitIndiana.com.
May 31 — All Day Scrapbooking, Lafayette (Tippecanoe) — Immanuel United Church of Christ, 1526 S. 18th St. Fundraiser for a Relay For Life Team. 10 am-5 pm. Call Julie for more info: 765-523-3571; or email: juliegeisler@frontiernet.net.
June 1 — 1858 Mulberry Fest 2008 — Frankfort (Clinton) — Recognizing 150 years of our heritage with queen contests, 1858 baseball games, sock hop with live entertainment, native American events, 5k run/walk, crafts, food and a parade. Hours vary. No admission charge. 765-296-9150; VisitIndiana.com.
June 3-7 — June Jamboree, Pendleton (Madison) — Falls Park. Rides for all ages, food and games. Trade show booth space available inside or outside. See beautiful Falls Park. Tue-Fri: 6-11 pm; Sat: 1-11 pm. No admission charge. 765-622-0750; VisitIndiana.com.
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Through May 17 — New Albany-Floyd County Secondary Schools Art Show and Competition, New Albany (Floyd) — Carnegie Center for Art and History. Over 360 pieces of art from students of Floyd County. There will be a reception honoring the young artists May 15, 6:30-8 pm. 812-944-7336; www.carnegiecenter.org.
May 8-11 — Batesville Kiwanis Annual Carnival, Batesville (Ripley) — Village Green. Fun for the whole family. 5 pm. Dennis Harmeyer, 812-934-9078.
May 9-10 — Muscatatuck River Music Festival, North Vernon (Jennings) — Muscatatuck Park. Southern Indiana’s premiere original music festival with live music, great food, beer and a corn hole tournament. Kids 12-under free with adult. Fri: 7-10 pm; Sat: 11 am-11 pm. Admission charge. 800-928-3667; muscatatuckmusic.com.
May 10 — Daviess County Rail Fest, Washington (Daviess) — Train Depot, Daviess County Museum. The median center of the U.S. population, Daviess County was the home of the B&O shops. Railroad history fun. Sat: noon-8 pm. No admission charge. 800-449-5262; daviesscounty.net.
May 10 — Wings Over Muscatatuck Migratory Bird Festival, Seymour (Jackson) — Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge. Bird activities, guided hikes, guided field trips, banding demonstratons, wildlife and wildflower programs, children’s activities and vendors. Sat: 6:30 am-9:30 pm. No admission charge. 812-522-4352; VisitIndiana.com.
May 10-11 — MISSION Adventure Race & Beginner Race, Versailles (Ripley) — Various locations throughout county. An 18-hour event for teams of 2 or 3 with foot, bicycle, canoe and rope challenges. 6 am-midnight. Brian Holzhausen, 317-336-7553; www.DINOseries.com/mission.
May 10-11, 17-18 — Madison in Bloom, Madison (Jefferson) — Historic downtown district. Tour private gardens not otherwise open in one of the Ohio Valley’s loveliest and most historic small towns. Plant sale. Sat: 10 am-4 pm; Sun: noon-4 pm. Admission charge. 812-265-2335; jdshc.org.
May 9-11 — Lincoln Bicentennial Encampment, Lincoln City (Spencer) — Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial, Lincoln State Park and Buffalo Run, SR 162. Encampment coincides with the National Signature Event, May 11. About 3,000 Boy and Girl Scouts from at least three states are expected to participate in a variety of pioneer-themed activities throughout the weekend. www.thinklincoln.org.
May 11 — Abraham Lincoln Mother’s Day Tribute, Lincoln City (Spencer) — Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial. . Indiana’s celebration of Abraham Lincoln’s 200th birthday kicks off with a Mother’s Day Ceremony. The event includes a dramatic presentation, musical performances and other special tributes. This special ceremony will highlight the influence the women in Lincoln’s life had on the development of his character. His mother, Nancy Hanks Lincoln, is buried in a pioneer cemetery located on this property. Lincoln’s sister, Sara Lincoln Grigsby, is buried at nearby Lincoln State Park. This event is the second of five national signature events sponsored by the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission. For more information, call: 888-444-9252; email: thinklincoln@psci.net; www.nps.gov/libo.
May 12 — “The Truth about Dogs and Cats: Social and Communication Signals,” Columbus (Bartholomew) — Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Melissa Shyan-Norwalt, a specialist in pet behavior will show how to accurately interpret dog and cat facial expressions and body language. 7 pm. No admission charge. 812-379-1266; www.barth.lib.in.us.
May 15 — Author Talk, Evansville (Vanderburgh) — The Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library. Kit Ehrman speaks about writing. 7–8:30 pm. No admission charge. 812-428-8200; http://www.evpl.org/.
May 16 — Shelby Spring Fling , Salem (Washington) — Town square. The Washington County Chamber of Commerce & the Washington County Tourism Bureau presents the 31st annual event. The cars will be coming from all over Indiana and Kentucky with some coming as far as Tennessee and Ohio. Entertainment includes bands with arts & crafts booths. Events start at 11 am. 812-883-4303.
May 16-17 — Historic Newburgh, Inc. Wine and Art Festival, Newburgh (Warrick) — Old Lock and Dam Park. Grapes by the Ohio River with Indiana vinters offering their best wines for tasting and purchase. Music and art in the park. Fri: 7-9 pm; Sat: 11 am-6 pm. Admission charge. 812-853-2815; historicnewburgh.org.
May 16-17 — Ohio River Valley Folk Festival, Madison (Jefferson) — Riverfront. Nationally known folk musicians perform at Madison’s riverfront. Traditional crafts, food, regional wines and beer. Kids area, storytelling and family fun. Fri: 5 am-11 pm; Sat: noon-11 pm. Admission charge. 800-559-2956; ohiorivervalleyfolkfestival.com.
May 16-18 — U.S. 50 Yard Sales, Versailles (Ripley) — Along US 50. Treasures and bargains galore. Hours vary. Tom Taylor, totaylor@seidata.com; www.route50.com/yardsale.
May 17 — Car Show & Spring Festival, Brush Creek (Jennings) — Brush Creek Elementary, 4275 E US 50, eight miles east of North Vernon. Games, food and fun. Car registration: 8 am to noon; Car show: noon-4 pm; spring festival: noon-3 pm. 812-592-0895.
May 17 — Festival of Flowers Point Out, Nashville (Brown) — T.C. Steel State Historic Site. Artists set up their easels and capture the beauty of the spring flowers and natural scenery on canvas. A concert is held in the afternoon. Sat: 7 am-5 pm. No admission charge. 812-988-8457; tcsteele.org.
May 17 — Heritage Day, Birdseye (Dubois) — Patoka Reservoir. Native American and pioneer crafts, demonstrations and re-enactments. Food vendor and bake sale. 10 am-2 pm. 812-685-2447.
May 17— Wool Fiber Arts Fair, Washington (Daviess) — 4H Building, City Park. No admission charge. 9 am-3 pm. 812-295-9129.
May 17-18 — A Victorian Chautauqua, Jeffersonville (Clark) — Lawn of the Howard Museum. Eighty quality arts, crafts, garden and antique booths. Food, music, mansion tours, book signings, children’s activities and an herb and perennial sale. Sat: 10 am-6 pm; Sun: 10 am-4 pm. Admission charge. 812-283-3728; steamboatmuseum.org.
May 17-18 — Relay For Life of Jennings County, North Vernon (Jennings) — Jennings County High School track, 800 W Walnut St. 800 W Walnut St. Annual 24-hour event to benefit American Cancer Society. Entertainment, food and games. 8 am-8 am. No admission charge. 812-346-4578 or 812-346-2449.
May 17-18 — Spice Valley Metis Gathering, Medora (Jackson) — Black Swan Lake, 1281 N 875 W. There will be demonstrations, drumming, dancing, camping (both with and without electric), vendors and food. Gates open: 10 am; Grand Entry, Sat: 1 and 6 pm; Sun: 1 pm. Carload admission charge. Morning Lark Baskett, 812-923-0724; baskettml@yahoo.com
May 18 — Lincoln Speaker Series: Facing Lincoln’s Neighbors, Lincoln City (Spencer) — Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial. Indiana University speaker Keith Erekson will talk on Facing Lincoln’s Neighbors: Visual Encounter and the Memory of Abraham Lincoln. 2 pm (CT). 812-937-4541; www.nps.gov/libo.
May 23-25 — Old Court Days, Madison (Jefferson) — Area between courthouse and river. Enjoy our historic rivertown, arts and crafts, antiques, collectibles and food. Fri-Sun: 9 am-6 pm. No admission charge. 812-273-4210; VisitIndiana.com.
May 24 — Lincoln Bicentennial Concert Featuring Suzy Bogguss, Lincoln City (Spencer) — Lincoln Amphitheater, Lincoln State Park. Patriotic performance by country singer Suzy Bogguss. 8 pm. Admission charge. Miriam Price, 812-937-4444; www.lincolnsfire.com.
May 24 — St. John’s Starlight Strawberry Festival, Starlight (Clark) — Old elementary school grounds. Buffet style chicken dinner and build-your-own strawberry shortcakes, beer and wine garden, gaming, live music and entertainment and arts and crafts. Sat: 8 am-1 am. No admission charge. 812-932-5785; VisitIndiana.com.
May 24 — Vincennes Rendezvous Candlelight Tour, Vincennes (Knox) — Vincennes State Historic Site. Tours by romantic candlelight of Indiana Territory’s first legislature, first print shop, first school and log cabin. Sat: 7-10 pm. No admission charge. 812-882-7422; spiritofvincennes.org.
May 24-25 — Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous, Vincennes (Knox) — French Commons. One of the largest living history events in the Midwest. Revolutionary War battles, authentic early-American food, merchants ad traders. Sat: 9 am-6 pm; Sun: 10 am-5 pm. Admission charge. 812-888-7079; spiritofvincennes.org.
May 24-26 — Civil War Weekend, Mitchell (Lawrence) — Spring Mill State Park. Gate fee. 812-849-4129; cprewitt@dnr.in.gov.
May 31 — Pioneer Village Living History Stroll, Mitchell (Lawrence) — Spring Mill State Park. Gate fee. 812-849-4129; cprewitt@dnr.in.gov.
June 1 — Ferdinand Garden Tour, Ferdinand (Dubois) — Town and surrounding countryside. Tour seven of Ferdinand’s finest gardens with colorful flowering beds in full bloom and abundantly growing perennials in quaint settings. Sun: noon-4 pm. Admission charge. 812-367-1238; ferdinandindiana.org.
June 1 — Maple Grove Sunday, Huntingburg (Dubois) — Maple Grove (585 W, about 3 miles west of Huntingburg). Worship service at 10:30 am, dinner at 11:45 am. Donations accepted for dinner. Huntingburg United Church, 812-683-4261.
June 1 — Tri-State Antique Market, Lawrenceburg (Dearborn) — Fairgrounds. US 50. Indiana’s largest antiques and vintage-only market, 250 dealers each month. Indoor and outdoor, rain or shine. Early birds at 6 am. Sun: 7 am-3 pm. Admission charge. 513-738-7256; queencityshows.com.
Hoosier Happenings is a free monthly listing
focusing primarily on one-time, low-cost or free “community” festivals,
special programs and other activities and events. Most of the events
are taken from the Indiana Festival Guide, sponsored by Hoosier Energy
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Written By: eceditor
Date Posted: 10/4/2006
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