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Summer in Hendricks County: Where to Get Wet

By on May 22, 2013 in attractions, Avon, Danville, family, Plainfield, recreation

I have a 5-year-old who loves playing in water. Whether it’s a pool, water park or splash pad, he loves to get wet. So, periodically throughout the winter and even more so now that summer has arrived, he’s remained pretty persistent in asking when the local outdoor pools will open. Well, with Memorial Day weekend [...]

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First-Ever Rev Rally: A Great Start to Race Weekend

First-Ever Rev Rally: A Great Start to Race Weekend

By on May 18, 2013 in attractions, Brownsburg, events, family, motorsports

I am one of those people who are always behind the times. If someone would have asked me a month ago where Lucas Oil Raceway was, even though I grew up in Hendricks County, I would have thought they were talking about the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. It wasn’t until recently that I realized it was [...]

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Night Before the 500 Kicks Off Amazing Race Weekend [GIVEAWAY]

By on May 15, 2013 in attractions, Brownsburg, events, family, motorsports

With May being a famous month for racing in Central Indiana, Lucas Oil Raceway in Brownsburg, Ind., has two great racing events leading up to the Indianapolis 500: the Traxxas USAC Silver Crown Hall of Fame Classic on May 18 — which you can read about by clicking here – and the 68th Annual Visit Hendricks County [...]

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Lucas Oil Raceway to Host USAC Hall of Fame Classic May 18

By on May 10, 2013 in attractions, Brownsburg, events, family, motorsports

It’s May in Central Indiana, and that means it’s time for some racing! If you’re like me and can’t wait for the Indianapolis 500 in a couple weeks, Hendricks County has a way to satisfy your need for speed with the USAC Hall of Fame Classic on Saturday, May 18 at Lucas Oil Raceway in [...]

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5 Great Ways to Tell Mom Thanks This Mother’s Day!

By on May 6, 2013 in arts & culture, attractions, Avon, Brownsburg, Danville, dining, family, Plainfield, shopping

Mother’s Day has always been a favorite of mine. That probably has a little something to do with the fact that I am pretty sure I have the best mom on the planet. (I even have an I heart mom shirt to prove it!) Now, being a mother myself is one of the greatest joys [...]

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Top 10: Hendricks County May Must-Dos

By on May 2, 2013 in Amo, arts & culture, attractions, Avon, Brownsburg, Coatesville, Danville, dining, motorsports, North Salem, Plainfield, recreation, shopping, top 10

Winter is finally over, and I can go outside in my flip flops! That is just one of the many reasons I love May. It is also a great time to get out and explore some of the great things Hendricks County, Indiana, has to offer. From outdoor dining to touring beautifully landscaped gardens. Here [...]

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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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Avon Gardens

Avon Gardens Has Become a Budding Destination

By on April 29, 2013 in arts & culture, attractions, Avon, bridal, girlfriend getaways, group travel

Anyone who thinks you can’t get away in Hendricks County has never ventured to Avon Gardens in Avon, Indiana. I had visited in the past to purchase a tree, but boy did I miss out on the true essence of this tranquil hideaway that’s slightly off the beaten path. Avon Gardens started about 25 years ago [...]

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New Diesel’s Sports Grille Brings ‘Belly Fuel’ to Hendricks County

By on April 26, 2013 in attractions, Danville, dining, family

Back in February, I caught wind of a new sports bar coming to Hendricks County. Since “sports” and “bar” are two of my favorite words, I was excited about the arrival of Diesel’s Sports Grille in Danville, Indiana. After Diesel’s opened to the public on April 20, I had to check it out. As I entered Diesel’s Sports Grille [...]

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Family Festival To Celebrate McCloud Nature Park

By on April 24, 2013 in attractions, events, family, history & education, North Salem, recreation

McCloud Nature Park near North Salem, Indiana, is turning the big 1-0 this year. That’s right — the Hendricks County park will hit the decade mark and to celebrate, Hendricks County Parks & Recreation is hosting the McCloud Park Anniversary Event on Saturday, May 4. As it turns out, there’s another nice round number to [...]

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