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Enjoy Cool Refreshment, Shopping at Lemonade Day, May 18

By on May 8, 2013 in events, Plainfield, shopping

Did you ever have a lemonade stand as a child? Did you know kids learn important business lessons from selling lemonade? Several local youth are learning business skills as they prepare their stands for Lemonade Day May 18 at Metropolis Mall in Plainfield, Indiana. You can help inspire these future entrepreneurs by enjoying a cool, refreshing [...]

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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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Geranium Festival Kicks Off Farmer’s Market Season, May 11

By on May 3, 2013 in Danville, events, shopping

We’ve had many signs recently that spring has arrived in Hendricks County. But just in case you weren’t sure, the fast approaching annual Geranium Festival to be held from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., May 11 on the Courthouse Square in Danville, Indiana, should quell any lingering doubts. The Geranium Festival is one of the most popular [...]

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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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Here We Grow Again Kids Consignment Sale Tips [GIVEAWAY]

By on April 22, 2013 in Danville, events, girlfriend getaways, shopping

In recent years, kids’ consignment sales have gained popularity as parents look for ways to save money. A great consignment sale here in Hendricks County that continues to gain momentum is the Here We Grow Again sale at the Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds & Conference Complex in Danville, Indiana. The sale on May 16-18 will [...]

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Get Out and ArtsGo! on April 27

By on April 20, 2013 in arts & culture, Avon, Brownsburg, Clayton, Danville, events, family, girlfriend getaways, Plainfield, rural routes to main street, shopping

Apparently I have been sleeping under a rock the past eight years because when asked to spotlight the upcoming Hendricks County ArtsGo! 2013, I had to admit that I had personally never been. So I took it upon myself to find a seasoned veteran of the event to give you a rundown of what makes [...]

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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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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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Top 10: Rural Routes to Main Street Cultural Trail Insider Tips

By on April 11, 2013 in arts & culture, attractions, dining, events, family, girlfriend getaways, history & education, lodging, rural routes to main street, shopping, top 10

Planning a trip on The Rural Routes to Main Street Cultural Trail in Hendricks and Morgan counties may seem overwhelming. So, I am going to give you my Top 10 tips to make your journey along the trail a great experience. For those of you unfamiliar with The Rural Routes to Main Street Cultural Trail, [...]

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