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3 Sunsational Summer Trip Ideas to Central Indiana

By on May 1, 2013 in arts & culture, attractions, Avon, Brownsburg, Danville, dining, family, girlfriend getaways, group travel, history & education, North Salem, Pittsboro, Plainfield, recreation, rural routes to main street, shopping

With school nearing an end, we here at Visit Hendricks County are gearing up for a “Sunsational Summer,” by providing some wallet-friendly summer vacation ideas in Hendricks County and nearby that families can enjoy over a long weekend or even longer. Mix and match the three suggested Central Indiana summer vacation ideas below to fit [...]

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FROGS Probably Isn’t What You Think

By on April 18, 2013 in history & education, Pittsboro, shopping

I have discovered a new shop in Hendricks County that offers more than just shopping; it’s educational. Brownsburg resident Lorrain Fluhr and her family opened FROGS in November 2012 on Main Street in Pittsboro, Indiana. Don’t let the name fool you. FROGS is an acronym for Fossil Rock Or Gemstone Store. Lorrain’s sons helped come up [...]

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5 Off-the-Beaten-Path Places in Hendricks County

By on April 15, 2013 in Amo, arts & culture, attractions, Avon, Clayton, Coatesville, Danville, family, hikes & bikes, history & education, Pittsboro

I’m all about doing plenty of research before I visit a new community. I make a list of must-sees, but I also try and add a few off-the-beaten-path places. Here’s a list of five such places that many locals may not even know about, but that I would highly recommend visiting in Hendricks County. 1. Burnett [...]

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Top 10: 2013 Spring Activities in Hendricks County

By on April 12, 2013 in arts & culture, attractions, Avon, Brownsburg, Clayton, Danville, dining, events, family, motorsports, North Salem, Pittsboro, Plainfield, recreation, shopping, top 10

After a long, hard winter, isn’t it nice to see the grass growing, the trees and flowers blooming and the warmer air arriving? Yes, spring is finally here, and with that in mind, we wanted to share our Top 10 Can’t-Miss Hendricks County Spring activities for 2013 compiled by the staff at Visit Hendricks County. [...]

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Expanded Rural Routes to Main Street Cultural Trail Unveiled

By on January 9, 2013 in arts & culture, attractions, Brownsburg, Clayton, Danville, dining, events, family, girlfriend getaways, group travel, history & education, North Salem, Pittsboro, Plainfield, rural routes to main street, shopping

Sometimes it is hard to make a good thing even better. That good thing I’m about to describe, despite its success, may still be an unknown to you whether you’re a Hendricks County, Indiana, visitor or local. Show of hands, how many of you are familiar with the Rural Routes to Main Street Cultural Trail? [...]

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Local & Lovin’ It: Schoolmarm Shares Facts About Pittsboro One Room School

By on January 4, 2013 in arts & culture, dining, history & education, Pittsboro, rural routes to main street

When I visit a new city or town, I always ask a local’s opinion for his/her favorite places. As a result, I developed this regular feature called Local & Lovin’ It hoping visitors to Hendricks County might benefit from the advice of long-time locals. This time I asked Doris Martin, a former teacher, who serves [...]

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Top 10: Hendricks County Winter Activities

By on December 31, 2012 in arts & culture, attractions, Avon, Brownsburg, Danville, events, family, history & education, North Salem, Pittsboro, Plainfield, recreation, rural routes to main street, top 10

Just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean you have to stay cooped up inside. Hendricks County still has plenty to see and do even during these brutal winter months in January and February. The following list compiled by the Hendricks County Convention and Visitors Bureau staff highlights the Top 10 Hendricks County winter activities that [...]

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Rural Routes to Main Street Holiday Open House Dec. 6-8

By on November 30, 2012 in arts & culture, Brownsburg, Clayton, Danville, events, family, girlfriend getaways, group travel, holidays, Pittsboro, rural routes to main street, shopping

Still working to finish your holiday shopping? You’re not alone. But you are in luck, because nearly 30 local shops in Hendricks and Morgan counties will open their doors Dec. 6-8 for the special Rural Routes to Main Street Cultural Trail Holiday Open House. In its third year in Hendricks County, the Holiday Open House will [...]

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Upcoming Santa Sightings in Hendricks County

By on November 27, 2012 in Avon, Brownsburg, Danville, events, family, holidays, North Salem, Pittsboro, Plainfield

Santa Claus is coming to town and he will be making stops all over Hendricks County this holiday season. Here’s a look at just a few places where you can meet up with Santa. Avon Old Saint Nick will make an appearance at the Avon Town Hall for the Avon Community Christmas Tree Lighting. Festivities [...]

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Hendricks County Glass Artist: Samma Parcels [VIDEO]

By on November 16, 2012 in arts & culture, Pittsboro, rural routes to main street

Looking for a one-of-a-kind holiday gift for someone on your list? Consider something handmade by a local artist. Not only can you find many great shops around Hendricks County, but dozens of incredible artisans call this area home. I chatted with glass artist Samma Parcels about her work, and she even shared some of her [...]

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