You're invited to Yelp's Totally Virtual Bazaar 2020! This annual holiday soirée is decking the halls in a different way this year. Join your favorite local businesses all of November and December at 6 free virtual events that are bound to spice up your at-home festivities. Find more information and RSVP here and check out Yelp's Totally Virtual Bazaar Indiana Gift Guide here…
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New year, new decade. Ring in 2020 in Hamilton County, Indiana with these events…
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If you’re looking for evidence of the Carmel Christkindlmarkt’s authenticity, look no further than the little hut that houses the workshop of Christian Werner. It’s not just that Werner looks every bit the part of a German craftsman, with his colorful felt cap flopping over his shoulder, his starched white shirt buttoned to his chin and his eyes dancing impishly behind round wire-rim spectacles. And it’s not just that the wooden figures he creates by sending ribbons of wood flying from his lathe are identical to the ones Erzgebirge artisans have rendered for centuries. No, Werner’s authenticity comes from, well, his authenticity. Discovered by Christkindlmarkt CEO and Market Manager Maria Murphy when she was on a scouting trip to Germany in 2017, Werner brings his artistry to Carmel direct from his hometown of Seiffen, a tiny Saxony village famous for its wooden toys. This marks the third year that he has crated up his handmade lathe and tools and shipped them to Carmel so he can share his genuine Old World Christmas tradition with Carmel Christkindlmarkt guests…
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Since May 2018, Hamilton County Tourism, Visit Indy and the City of Indianapolis have worked to research and develop the anticipated White River Vision Plan. Community members and residents also played a large role in this process, participating in surveys and attending meetings to offer feedback. With nearly twelve months of planning, the plan is finally ready to be unveiled, which is clearly a reason to celebrate. The White River Vision Plan will be announced June 3 and followed by a week-long celebration for all to enjoy. In addition to events in Indianapolis, Carmel, Fishers and Noblesville will host a number of exciting events. Here’s a quick breakdown of how you can get involved in the celebration…
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Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines: the greatest month in racing has arrived! Speedway, Indiana may be the epicenter of epic action, but the celebrations extend throughout the Central Indiana community. We’re proud to partner with our friends at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for a collaborative effort to promote the 103rd Running of the Indianapolis 500 throughout the region…
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Conner Prairie’s outdoor grounds are open March through October, when guests can explore 1836 Prairietown, Civil War Journey and more while interacting with costumed interpreters representing Indiana settlers. But did you know there’s a special program in the winter months where you can cook an authentic 1800s meal hearthside in the William Conner House…
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Eat your hearts out, foodies and prepare to dine your way through Hamilton County with Savor Hamilton County. We’re showcasing why this is the ultimate dining destination…
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Hamilton County is home to the Indiana Renaissance Faire on the grounds of Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center in Noblesville, Indiana. Over the years, I have made the trip to RenFaire and enjoyed the people, the sights, the games and the food - but have always experienced the event as a casual…
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“Midwestern loveliness beams brightly here, in an area known as the Arts and Design District.” Southern Living recently named the Carmel Arts & Design District “one of the best small town Main Streets in America,” and it’s easy to see why. With a focus on art galleries and local shops and restaurants mixed in, this area is a must-see when visiting Carmel, Indiana…
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“Spanning more than 1,000 wooded acres, Conner Prairie presents history, science, art, and nature via interactive displays and exhibits, appropriate for all different age levels. It is presented in a way that makes the experience fun, meaningful, and accessible to all.” -Chicago blogger Francesca of The Working Mom’s Travels By definition, Conner Prairie is an interactive outdoor history museum, but it is so much more. Families from across the Midwest travel to Fishers, Indiana to experience Conner Prairie for themselves. It’s best explored in person, but to be inspired, read below for our guide to all things to do at Conner Prairie…
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