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May 2012 Hoosier Happenings
Events occurring through June 4
North
May 3-5. 11-12, 18-20 — Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Fort Wayne (Allen) — First Presbyterian Theater, 300 W. Wayne St. Times vary. Admission charge. 260-422-6329; www.firstpresbyteriantheater.com.
May 4-5 — Shipshewana Mayfest, Shipshewana (LaGrange) — Various locations. Family fun festival, hometown parade, “old fashion” kids games, food, music and entertainment. 260-768-7589, www.Shipshewana.com.
May 4-6 — Sweet Annie Spring Open House, Huntington (Huntington) — Sweet Annie Acres, 5126 N. US24 E. Fri: 9am-6pm; Sat: 9am-5pm; Sun: noon-5 pm. 260-672-2802.
May 5 — Spring Craft Show, Auburn (DeKalb) — Classic City Warehouse, 413 N. Indiana Ave. No admission charge. 260-908-0645 or 260-837-7128.
May 5 — Wake Up, Wonderful Wetlands!, Fort Wayne (Allen) — Eagle Marsh barn, 6801 Engle Road. Guided hike to see life returning to beautiful wetlands — marsh grasses, wildflowers, frogs, birds and more. 1-3 pm. No admission charge. 260-478-2515; www.lrwp.org.
May 5, June 2 — Kids Fly Free, Auburn (DeKalb) — County Airport, 2710 CR 60. As part of EAA’s Young Eagles program, kids ages 8-17 fly free, weather permitting. Registration: 9-11 am. Flights: 9 am-1 pm. 260-693-6191; www.vaa37.org.
May 5-6 — Welcome Back Weekend, Albion (Noble) — Chain O’Lakes State Park. Hikes, programs and a treasure hunt which begins at noon on Saturday. 260-636-2654; chaininterp@dnr.in.gov.
May 6 — Fulton County ABATE ‘Porker’ Run, Rochester (Fulton). 574-835-0017.
May 11 — Mommy-Son Adventure! Warsaw (Kosciusko) — Center Lake Pavilion, 119 E. Canal St. What better way to celebrate Mother’s Day than an adventure! This year’s theme is Outer Space! Enjoy games, activities, and snacks all related to Outer Space. For boys ages 3-12 and their moms. 6-8 pm. (Please register by May 8.) 574-372-9558.
May 12 — Kids Fly Free, Fort Wayne (Allen) — Smith Field Airport, 426 W Ludwig Rd. As part of EAA’s Young Eagles program, kids ages 8-17 fly free, weather permitting. Registration: 9-11 am. Flights: 9 am-1 pm. 260-693-6191; www.vaa37.org.
May 12 — Master Gardener Plant Sale, Kendallville (Noble) — Fairgrounds. Hanging baskets, flats of flowers, perennials and annuals. 9 am-3 pm.
May 13 — Mother’s Day, Albion (Noble) — Black Pine Animal Sanctuary, 1426 W. 300 N. No admission charge for moms with another paid guest. 10 am-5 pm. 260-636-7383.
May 19 — “ABATE Region 1 A.B.C. Charity Ride for Hoosier Burn Camp.” 574-298-3200.
May 19 — Remnant Trust Public Exhibition, Winona Lake (Kosciusko) — Remnant Trust, 1101 Park Ave. Collection focuses on dignity and liberty and includes rare, old and ancient books, documents and manuscripts. 9 am-1 pm.
May 20 — City of Lakes Cruise In, Warsaw (Kosciusko) — Courthouse Square. Awards in several classes, band concert on lawn, raffle, food. Registration: 1-4 pm; awards: 7 pm. No admission charge. 574-265-1010 or 574-265-6556; www.koscvb.org or www.warsawoptimist.org.
May 21 — Listening for Elusive Birds: Bitterns and Rails, Fort Wayne (Allen) — Meet at the Boy Scout office parking lot, end of Olde Canal Place Drive. Join Stockbridge Audubon experts Jim Haw and Rodger Rang for this evening bird hike at Eagle Marsh. You’ll learn how to listen for rails and bitterns, including some endangered in Indiana, and discover other marsh birds along the way. 7:15-8:45 pm. No admission charge. 260-478-2515; www.lrwp.org.
May 24-27 — Tri-State BG Festival, Kendallville (Noble) — County Fairgrounds, 580 N. Fair St. Lively bluegrass music with many fine bands, plus trick fiddling. Bring a lawnchair. Times vary. Admission charge. www.bluegrassusa.net.
May 26 — Milford Fest, Milford (Kosciusko) — Downtown. A full day of family fun and activities, free carnival rides, community wide garage sales, car/motorcycle show, food, arts and crafts vendors, Vendors, and much. Live entertainment starts at 11 am. Come early for the Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast downtown and the 5K at the Waubee Lake Pavilion. 9 am-5 pm.
May 26 — Vintage Motorcycle Show, Pierceton (Noble) — Brower Park, 105 E. Market St. Motorcycles from all manufacturers and from many countries ranging in age from 1912 up to 1991, food, fun, and more. 9 am-3 pm.
May 27 — Pancake & Sausage Breakfast, Buffalo (White) — Buffalo Fire Dept. 7 am-1 pm.
May 27 — Penguin Point Spring Fling Cruise-In, Warsaw (Kosciusko) — Lake Street. Noon-4 pm. Entry fee.
June 2 — Hogs for Dogs … and Cats! Pierceton (Noble) — The Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County. Motorcycle ride to benefit the animals, joined with a family fun day including food, silent auction and games! 11 am-3 pm. 574-267-3008.
June 2 — Monon Food Fest, Monon (White) — Town Park. Rail City Cruisers car show, contest for loudest exhaust and best burnout. Crafts, food, entertainment, pony rides, moonwalk, men’s softball. No admission charge. 219-253-6441; monononline.com.
June 2 — Shipshewana Antique Market, Shipshewana (LaGrange) — Trading Place Antique Gallery. Over 100 vendors in grassy areas, under the big top, and around the winding sidewalks offering a wide array of quality antiques including primitives, refinished furniture, toys, pottery and glass, plus much more. Food on the grounds. 7 am-4 pm. 260-768-4129; info@tradingplaceamerica.com.
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Through June 24 — “Agriculture Through the Years,” Greentown (Howard) — Greentown Historical Society. Exhibit highlights the pioneer’s progress in local farming practices. Sat-Mon: 1-4 pm, or by appointment. No admission charge. 765-628-3800.
Through Aug. 5 — Looking West, Indianapolis (Marion) — Indianapolis Museum of Art. Exhibition of 51 prints, drawings and photographs exploring the American West from 1870 to 1945. Sun: noon-5 pm; Tue-Wed, Sat: 11 am-5 pm; Thur-Fri: 11 am-9 pm. No admission charge. imamuseum.org.
May 2-26 — 500 Festival, Indianapolis (Marion) — Various locations. Events and programs to celebrate the success of the Indianapolis 500 mile race includes Mini-Marathon and the 500 Festival Parade. 317-927-3378; 500festival.com.
May 5-6 — Encounter at the Falls-A Living History Presentation, Pendleton (Madison) — Pendleton Falls Park. Civil War reenactment, music, dance, education, demonstrations, pre-1840s sutlers and vendors. No admission charge. 765-778-2173; pendletonhistoricalmuseum.org.
May 5 — Riley Wrangler’s 27th Annual Arts and Crafts Fair, Greenfield (Hancock) — 4-H Fairgrounds. Over 120 booths. Craft and food vendors. Live entertainment 10am-2pm. Free square dance 2pm-4pm. Door prizes, kids’ activities, weather permitting. No admission charge. 765-763-6289; rileywranglers.com.
May 11 — National Public Garden Day, Indianapolis (Marion) — Indianapolis Museum of Art gardens and grounds. The fourth annual National Public Gardens Day is a national day of celebration that invites communities to explore the beauty of their local green spaces while raising awareness of the important role public gardens play in promoting conservation, education and environmental preservation. Dawn to dusk (garden tours 1 and 2 pm). No admission charge. imamuseum.org.
May 11-13 — Fair on the Square, Greencastle (Putnam) — Courthouse Square in Historic Downtown. A weekend of musical entertainment, children’s rides, amusements, crafts, art, vendors and delicious festival foods. Something for everyone to enjoy! No admission charge. 317-374-5332.
May 12 — Bridgeton Art and Wine Fair, Bridgeton (Parke) — 1878 Barn. Fine art and original crafts show and sale. Wine tasting Noon-5pm. Shops open, plenty of food. No admission charge. 765-548-2136; bridgetonindiana.com.
May 12 — Mosey Down Main, Lafayette (Tippecanoe) — Historic Main St. Live entertainment, food, family-friendly, free event introducing the sights, sounds, venues and merchants of downtown Lafayette. No admission charge. 765-714-4844; moseydownmain.com.
May 19 — Brick Street Market, Zionsville (Boone) — Downtown. More than 150 juried exhibitors in more than a half mile of booths with art, antiques and crafts. 10am-5pm No admission charge. 317-873-3836; zionsvillechamber.org.
May 19-20 — Broad Ripple Art Fair, Indianapolis (Marion) — Indianapolis Art Center. Indianapolis Art Center’s largest fundraiser with more than 225 artists, four stages of entertainment and two food courts. Admission charge. 317-255-2464; indplsartcenter.org.
May 19 — The Greatest Spectacle in Tasting, Kokomo (Howard) — Bona Vista Programs. Tasting of restaurant fare, fine wine, specialty beer, live music, silent auction, outdoor tented setting. Adults 21+ only. Admission charge. 765-457-8273; bonavista.org.
May 19-20 — May Festival, Arcadia (Hamilton) — Downtown Main St. Enjoy arts, crafts, flea market, games and activities for kids. Food, entertainment both days. Car show on Sun. Noon-4pm. No admission charge. 317-984-5279.
May 24-June 2 — Banks of the Wabash Festival, Terre Haute (Vigo) — Fairbanks Park. Live music nightly, midway rides and games, taste-tempting foods, crafters, merchandise market, bingo, Gospel Music Day, free parking. Hours vary. No admission charge. 812-232-2727; terrehaute.in.gov/parks.
May 25 — Rockin’ on Main, Speedway (Marion) — Main St. Following Carb Day at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Street festival with food, activities and live music. No admission charge.317-695-0868; speedwaychamber.org.
May 26 — Round the Fountain Art Fair, Lafayette (Tippecanoe) — Courthouse Square. One of the best one-day outdoor fine art fairs in the Midwest. Features paintings, sculptures, pottery, photography, prints and jewelry. No admission charge. 765-491-6298; roundthefountain.org.
May 30-June 2 — Knightstown Jubilee Days, Knightstown (Henry) — Town Square. Carnival rides, games, queen contest, parade, Chamber fish wagon. Local businesses and organizations. All-star basketball game. Rain or shine. No admission charge. 800-668-1895; knightstownchamber.org.
June 1-2 — Hoosier Hills Fiber Arts Festival, Franklin (Johnson) — Fairgrounds. Celebration of fiber arts, top notch teachers and classes, wide selection of vendors, demonstrations, fiber animals. No admission charge. 812-876-9583; hoosierhillsfiberartsfestival.com.
June 1 — Native American Concert With “Rainsong” Music and Storytelling, Rockville (Parke) — 3 miles east of Raccoon Lake at 11515 E US 36. Rainsong shares the message of Creator’s Son through songs. Gates open 6pm, Native food, crafts. Bring a chair. Admission charge. 765-210-7670; rainsongmusic.com.
June 1-3 — Nickel Plate Arts Weekend, Countywide (Hamilton) — Painters gather for HCAA Plein Air Paint Out. Entry fee for artists (317-775-2278, hcaa-in.org.) Public can enjoy grand opening of Nickel Plate Arts: art-based events from Fishers to Tipton. No admission charge. 317-848-3181; nickelplateartstrail.org.
June 1-3 — Rosedale Strawberry Festival, Rosedale (Parke) — Main Street, Town Park, Civic Center. Home of the best homemade shortcakes plus free concerts daily. Contests, crafters, KidZone. All wheel car show and Gospel Music Sunday. No admission charge. 765-548-0529; historicrosedale/wordpress.com.
June 1-2 — Sandlady’s Gourd Festival, Tangier (Parke) — Museum and tent. Sandlady’s Gourd Art Museum with techniques such as weaving, carving, wood burning, chip carving, painting. Classes, tool demos, vendors. No admission charge. 765-498-5428; sandlady.com.
June 1-3 — Western Days, Russiaville (Howard) — Downtown. Carnival, corn hole tournament, chain saw carving, antique tractors, parade, craft and food vendors, three nights of entertainment, children’s games. No admission charge. 765-883-5739; townofrussiaville.com.
June 2 — Main Street Rockville Cruise-In, Motorcycle, Scooter and Bike Show, Rockville (Parke) — Courthouse lawn. Awards for cars, bikes, motorcycles, scooters. Registration fee. Street dance, food and shopping on square. 4pm-9pm. No admission charge. 765-344-8109; mainstreetrockville.com.
June 2 — Vintage Indiana Wine and Food Festival, Indianapolis (Marion) — Military Park. A celebration of Indiana’s wine industry. Over 25 wineries pour hundreds of wine samples for your enjoyment. Admission charge. 765-496-3842; vintageindiana.com
June 2-3 — 6th Annual Miami Indians All Nations Gathering, Rockville (Parke) — 3 miles east of Raccoon Lake on US 36. Native drumming, singing, dancing, storytelling, flutists, 20+ native craft vendors and food. Miami Living Village. Fri. night concert. Admission charge. 765-210-7670; mnigathering.com.
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Through May 5 — Orleans Dogwood Festival, Orleans (Orange) — Historic Congress Square. Dogwood Capital of Indiana. Parade, live entertainment, carnival rides, food, crafts, contests, viewing of the dogwoods and much more! No admission charge. 812-865-9930; orleansdogwoodfestival.com.
May 5 — Annual Fish Fry, Wheatland (Knox) — Steen Twp. Vol. Fire Station. All you can eat. 5-8 pm. Admission charge. 260-908-0645 or 260-837-7128.
May 5-6 — Lore of the Laughery, Friendship (Ripley) — Grounds of the National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association. 18th century historical reenactment featuring period music and crafts, livestock, battles, children’s activities and special School Day. Admission charge. 765-563-6792; nmlra.org.
May 6; June 3 — Tri-State Antique Market, Lawrenceburg (Dearborn) — Fairgrounds. Indiana’s largest regularly scheduled antiques and vintage market. Over 200 sellers (indoors and outdoors) at each monthly session. Admission charge. 513-738-7256; queencityshows.com.
May 11-12 — Little Grantville Bluegrass Festival, Bedford (Lawrence) — Little Grantville Bluegrass. Multiple bands perform, food, camping available. Fri: 4-9 pm; Sat: noon-9 pm. No admission charge. 812-277-1705; www.littlegrantvillebluegrass.com.
May 12 — Take Me Home: The Music of John Denver, Bedford (Lawrence) — BNL Performing Arts Center. The music of John Denver comes to life through a tribute by Jim Curry and his band. 7:30 pm. Admission charge. 812-279-6542; www.lcconcerts.com.
May 12-13 — Rail Fest, Washington (Daviess) — Main Street and Depot. Celebration of Daviess County railroad heritage with train rides, history exhibits, model train displays, food and entertainment for the whole family. No admission charge. 812-257-0301; daviesscountyhistory.net.
May 16-19 — Homecoming Festival, Dillsboro (Dearborn) — Townwide. Rides, frog jumping and best dressed frog, baby contest, other contests, Sat. 5k run/walk, car show, parade, good food, stage entertainment. No admission charge. 812-432-5654; visitsoutheastindiana.com.
May 18-19 — Art Fair on the Square, Hope (Bartholomew) — Town Square on SR 9. Fifty juried booths, demonstrations, local food. Sat. 11am-8pm; Sun. 10am-6pm. No admission charge. 812-344-4711; hopeartguild.com.
May 18-19 — Heritage Days Festival, Harrodsburg (Monroe) — Community Center, 1002 W Popcorn Rd. Fish fry, food, parade, live entertainment, kiddie tractor pull, pie contest, baby/queen contests, pet parade, music, arts and crafts contests, silent auction. No admission charge. 812-824-2524; harrodsburgheritagefestival.org.
May 18-20 — I.B.O. Triple Crown National Bow Hunters Championship, Bedford (Lawrence) — Fairgrounds. Bow Hunters compete in the first jewel of the national championship. Sports vendors, target auction, Bow Hunters’ Defense Course, Youth Shoot, food. 7 am-7 pm. No admission charge. 812-277-0187; www.whiteriverbowhunters.com.
May 18-20 — RiverRoots: Ohio River Valley Folk Festival, Madison (Jefferson) — Riverfront. Nationally known contemporary and traditional folk musicians, storytelling, traditional crafts, food, regional wines and craft beer festival. Family-friendly. Admission charge. 800-559-2956; ohiorivervalleyfolkfestival.com.
May 19 — Craft Show/Car Show, Fulda (Spencer) — The Fulda Sportsman Club. Crafts, cars, corn hole tournament, kiddie tractor pull, food. Craft show: 8 am-3 pm. Registration for the car show will be from 7 am-noon, with prizes awarded at 2 pm. Jackie, 812-357-5139.
May 19 — Fish Fry, Shoals (Martin) — Trinity Springs Mustering Elm Park. No admission charge. 812-388-6649 or 812-276-8822; www.musteringelmpark.com.
May 19 — Lanesville Heritage Weekend 2nd Annual Relay for Life Tractor Ride, Lanesville (Harrison) — 2800 Memory Lane. Must be 16 or older. 9 am. $20 per person, all proceeds go to Relay for Life. Amy Watson 812-969-2708; www.lanesvilleheritageweekend.org.
May 19 — Paint the Town: Sidewalk Chalk Event & Salute to the Armed Forces, French Lick (Orange) — French Lick Market. Artists of all ages are welcome to chalk a painting on a block of sidewalk, childrens’ craft tables, food and fun. Preregistration preferred, 812-936-4737, or 812-936-7255; paintthetownfrenchlick@yahoo.com.
May 19-20 — Historical Timeline Rendezvous and Festival, Rockport (Spencer) — Lincoln Pioneer Village & Museum. Living History re-enactors bring Pioneer Village to life. Spinning, weaving, open fire cooking, Hawk/knife competition, kids activities, food, music, more. 10 am-6 pm. Admission charge. 812-649-9147; lincolnpioneervillage.com.
May 20 — Car and Motorcycle Show, Schnellville (Dubois) — Sacred Heart of Jesus Church. Mass, games for the entire family, raffle, food and more. Mass: 6 am; registration 7 am-noon; awards at 3 pm. 812-389-2043.
May 25-27 — Annual Old Court Days, Madison (Jefferson) — Courthouse Square. Browse through arts and crafts, collectibles, antiques and food booths. Enjoy our historic river town. Sponsor: Pilot Club of Madison. No admission charge. 812-273-6226.
May 26 — Starlight Strawberry Festival, Starlight (Clark) — St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Celebrate the arrival of strawberry season with food, fun and entertainment for all ages. No admission charge. 812-923-5785; stjohnstarlight.org.
May 26-27 — Civil War Days, Mitchell (Lawrence) — Spring Mill State Park. Historical interpreters, battle re-enactments, ladies tea, music. 9 am-5 pm. Gate fee. 812-849-3534; www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/2968.htm.
May 26-27 — Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous, Vincennes (Knox) — French Commons and George Rogers Clark NHP. American Revolutionary War reenactment featuring soldiers, craftsmen, traders, merchants and a Grand Ball. Live entertainment and demonstrations for all ages. Admission charge. 812-886-0400; spiritofvincennes.org.
May 30-June 2 — English Reunion Festival, English (Crawford) — Wm. H. English Park, 5th St. Family Fun festival featuring parade, carnival rides, food booths, arts and crafts and veteran’s recognition. Family fun for all. No admission charge. 812-946-1432.
May 31-June 3 — All-American Country Hoedown, Campbellsburg (Washington) — Campbellsburg Park. Classic cars, horseshoe pitching tournament, 5k walk/run, continuous entertainment, parade. Town-wide yard sale, great fun for the entire family. No admission charge. 812-755-4520; campbellsburghoedownfestival.com.
June 1-3 — Chautuaqua Festival, Merom (Sullivan) — Merom Bluff Park. Three days of family fun, live entertainment, conservation area and lots of crafters. Admission charge. 815-674-1302; meromindiana.org.
June 2-3 — Art on the Parish Green, New Albany (Floyd) — Downtown, 1015 E. Main St. A festival of art, music, food and children’s activities. Sat: 10 am-6 pm; Sun: 11 am-5 pm. No admission charge. 812 944-0413; www.artontheparishgreen.com.
June 2-3 — Metamora Strawberry Days, Metamora (Franklin) — Banes House Lawn. Enjoy fresh strawberry shortcake with all the trimmings and hear live music all afternoon from regional groups. No admission charge. 765-647-2109; metamoraindiana.com.
June 3 — Sunday at Maple Grove, Huntingburg (Dubois) — Maple Grove, three miles west of Huntingburg on 585 W. Dinner, worship service (10:30 am), more. Huntingburg United Methodist Church, 812-683-4009.
June 3 — Vacation Bible School, (Monroe-Greene county line) — Hebron Regular Baptist Church, 9900 W. Rock East Rd., Bloomington. For ages 3-15. Games, crafts, a Bible lesson and much more! A dinner meal will be provided for each child. 5-7:30 pm. 812-863-7488 or 812-825-1771.
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
REC.
All festival dates and times are subject to change. Before planning
a trip, please call the local festival contact number listed or visit
the Web site if one is included.
To add events to Hoosier Happenings, please send information two
months before the date of the event to: Hoosier Happenings, Electric
Consumer, P.O. Box 24517, Indianapolis, IN 46224; or e-mail: Happenings@indremcs.org.
Please format your item in this way: Date(s) of event — Name
of event, City or town (County) — Place or location, address. Brief
description of event. Times. Admission charge (or No admission charge).
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Because of space limitations in the printed version of Electric
Consumer, priority is given to those events occurring in areas served
by the community-minded cooperatives whose consumers subscribe to
Electric Consumer through their cooperative member-ownership.
Festival
organizers: if your festival dates have changed since publication of
the Festival Guide, please let us know at the above address.
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