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Cambridge City Hosts Winter Wonderland Tonight

November 24, 2012 by Leave a Comment
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Lights at Creitz Park, 2011

If you have never experienced Winter Wonderland in Cambridge City, this is your year to travel down US 40 into a Christmas village of lights and music.

The line up for Saturday, November 24, from 5-9 p.m. is packed with fun for everyone.  The festivities will include:

Snow Ball Fight

Family Christmas Card Photos: @ Blue Ridge Antiques

Cookies For Kids @ Briar Pitte

Parade of Lights @ 8:00 p.m. on Main Street

Live Nativity & Petting Zoo

Food all over town including at: Lumpy’s Cafe, First United Methodist Church & The Pour House

Refreshments in the unique shops all over town

Santa Claus

Cookie Decoration @ The Hole In The Wall

Crafts for kids @ National Road Antique Mall

Wonderful opportunites for buying local for the holidays

Drive through Creitz Park for “Christmas Wonderland of Lights”

Carriage Rides

& Much much more!!

Bundle Up!  And head over to Cambridge City for some old fashioned holiday fun!

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Veteran’s Day Parade Today

November 10, 2012 by Leave a Comment
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East Main Street in Richmond will be the place to meet if you want to encourage veteran’s in our area today.

The Veteran’s Day Parade starts at 1 PM.  The route starts on East Main St -from 14th St to the City Building.

Come show your support and enjoy a nice parade.

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Fun Festivals This Weekend In Wayne County

September 8, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Parade 2011

There is so much going on…it must be September in Wayne County.  You won’t want to miss a thing!  Here’s what is on the menu:

Canal Days In Cambridge City:

All day Saturday and Sunday with vendors, art, crafts, antiques, food & fun for the kids and on Sunday at 2:00 p.m. the big PARADE!

Come out and spend the day, you’ll be glad you did.  (And get a head start on those Christmas gifts too).

 

 

At The Wayne County Historic Museum:  The Annual Heritage Fest

Buggy rides, live music, explore the museum, art and crafts from the past and present, live theatre,  and much much more!  Entry fee.  Saturday 10- 5 p.m. & Sunday 10 – 4 p.m.

 

Induction ceremony display 2011

In The Gorge: Starr Gennett Music Festival

Music all day Saturday with the annual duck races, vendors and fun for the kids.   Daytime live bands are free in the old Starr Gennett building in the Gorge.

Live bands include: Duke Tumatoe & the Power Trio.

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Christmas In Cambridge City Saturday, November 26th

November 25, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Creitz Park 2010

Creitz Park 2010

Step into a winter wonderland

when you enter Cambridge City on Saturday, November 26th.

Lights will illuminate the quaint town and shops will be open with special treats for the kids.  A lighted parade begins around 8 p.m. with live carolers on the corners, and Creitz Park will have a beautiful light display.  Drive through the park and stop to see a new train display just added this year.  Then on to the firehouse to visit with Santa!

This is an event you will not want to miss and your kids and grand kids will thank you for taking them.  Festivities begin at 5:00 p.m. and run until 9 p.m.

Creitz Park will be illuminated every weekend until Christmas.

See you there!

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Amid The Changing Leaves In Wayne County This Weekend….

October 8, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Grand Entry, 2010

What’s Happening?

Grand Entry, 2010

Today:

A whole lot…and more on the GoWayneCounty.com calendar.  Just look below for some of the exciting events.  And send us pictures of what you did this weekend (karole@gowaynecounty.com) especially if they are Fall pictures and we will post them.

Gathering Of All Nations Pow Wow: Winchester IN

Starts today, Saturday, October 8 at 10:00am  and runs through October 9 until 6:00 pm.  Located at the Goodrich Park  on Union Street in Winchester, In., the Pow Wow will feature DANCERS , Drums : Southern Singers and Thunder With The Hands, Head Man- Aaron Stevens,from Richmond IN,  Head Lady- Amber Tave, Jr. Head Man -Cameron Dewalt, Jr. Head Lady- Kichie Malaterre Pennington, HEAD VETERAN- Martin Tall Horse, ARENA DIRECTOR- Leroy Malaterre, EMCEE- Brian Darst, FLINT KNAPPER- Ron Kennedy, STORY TELLER- Anna Fisher, FIRE KEEPER- Frank Snyder, TOMAHAWK THROWER- Steve Witt. A BENEFIT AUCTION will take place Saturday Night after the flag retreat. Grand Entry will take place Saturday 12 noon, 6 pm. and Sunday 1 pm.  The event will also include vendors and traders, demonstrators and performers. The learning center will be open and will be Geared toward Native American History. FREE PARKING.

Daniel Reid Day At The Wayne County Historical Museum

Daniel Reid made his fortune in the tin manufacturing industry and he was one of richest men in America.  Much of his fortune was spent on Richmond, such as the Reid Memorial Hospital, and the Reid Presbyterian Church and other great contributions.  He was an entrepreneur of the day.  Activities and more information will be included in today’s event from 12 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Mardi Gras Parade and Festivities Today In Winchester

A Mardi Gras Parade will take place at 5:00 p.m. in Winchester on the last day of their celebration.  Festivities will continue until 10:00 p.m. this evening with food, games, vendors and more.  Winchester is about 35 miles north on 27 north from Richmond IN.

SUNDAY

All dressed up for Oktoberfest

Barktoberfest at St Paul’s Episcopal Church

Sunday, October 9 · 10:30am – 1:30pm,  800 N. A St, Richmond, IN;  There will be a Blessing of the Animals at the 10:30 service on the front lawn followed by Oktoberfest pitch-in. St. Paul’s will provide the brats, sauerkraut and beer. You bring a side-dish to share. H.E.L.P. the Animal Shelter will be on hand with dog training tips, fun contests and information on adopting or sponsoring a dog or cat. Bring your pets to have them blessed and stay for the fun.Please have dogs on a leash and cats in either a carrier or on a leash. A free will offering will be taken for H.E.L.P. shelter, also please bring at least one of these items: Clay cat litter Canned dog or cat food dog treat/bisquits small dog or cat collars leashes dog & cat toys paper towels Toilet paper dish soap laundry detergent bleach used clean towels, sheets or rugs (no rubber backing)

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Cambridge City: Canal Days This Weekend, September 9-10

September 9, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Canal Days Parade 2010

Canal Days Parade 2010

So many things are happening this weekend.  As you plan your outings don’t forget to put Canal Days on your list of things to do.  This annual event is always a treat with fun for all ages.  See the schedule of events for the weekend below:  (Cambridge City is just a 15 minute drive West on 40 from Richmond IN).

Cambridge City Canal Days 2011 Schedule Of Events

Friday September 9th

  • 6pm-9pm: Corn Hole Tournament registration at Roberson’s Marathon, US 40 Cambridge City, $30 per team. This year- Long Toss- toss into the purple potty to buy Library Memorial Bricks in memory of two local families

Saturday, September 10th

  • 8am: – Corn Hole Tournament – Roberson’s Marathon – Info (765-960-6497) – All proceeds go to H.E.L.P. the Animals
  • 8am: -New Day Kiwanis Golf Tournament at Winding Branch Golf Course, Pershing, IN- Info (765-478-4221) Alan Austin
  • 8am: -Fire Fighter 5K Run Sponsored by CCFD-Starts and ends at the Cambridge City Fire Station, Green St. Registration begins 8am $15-preregistration w/shirt, Race begins 9am. (765-478-4434)
  • 8am – 11am: Kids Fishing Contest (12 & under) HiWay Springs- Sponsored by Indiana Bass Federation Nation & Local Sponsors Info (765-914-6380)
  • 9am: –Dark: Street Vendors open-Arts, Crafts, Food, “Kids Alley” games, contests and entertainment
  • 9am: – Ice Cream Social and Pies, Methodist Church – All Day
  • 9am: – Antique Tractor Show, Creitz Park behind the Fire Station- Info (765-334-9230) Bill Widau
  • 9am-4pm: Stitches in Time Quilt Show, Cambridge City Christian Church- All proceeds go to Relay for Life, $2 Admission
  • 9am-12pm: LHS Alumni, Golay Community Center- Info (765-478-3683) Jim Sweet, Classes up to 1963
  • 9am-6pm: Art Show, Cambridge City Christian Church- Info (765-855-2630) Dorothy Johnson
  • 9:15am: 2 Mile Walk starts and ends at Cambridge City Fire Station, Green Street. Registration begins at 8am-$10, Info (765-478-4434)
  • 10am-11am: Baby Contest- Entertainment Stage, Info (765-478-5448) Western Wayne News
  • 10am-5pm: Antique and Specialty Stores Open
  • 10am-5pm: Mums sold by Western Wayne Heritage at The Vinton House
  • 10am-5pm: Cambridge City Public Library, History Room and Overbeck Museum Open. Friends of the Library selling memberships $25 (Business), $10 (Family), $5 (Individual) and Memorial Bricks $100
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Winter Wonderland In Cambridge City

November 28, 2010 by Leave a Comment
A Toasty Fire at the Log House Antiques

A Toasty Fire at the Log House Antiques

Luminaries lined the streets last night as we drove into Cambridge.  Storefronts were decorated with twinkly lights, and carolers roamed the streets singing songs of cheer while the lighted parade came down the street amidst cries of “Santa” and “Merry Christmas” from the large crowd that had gathered.

It was a merry night as we entered one cheerful shop after another to get warm and shop for presents.  Each shop offered goodies for the children and refreshments.  At the Log House antiques there was hot cider and yummy chocolate caramel bars and cookies.  People gathered around the open fire in the hearth and warmed themselves.

Across the street at building 125 there were bags of goodies for the kids as well as at the Pour House a few doors down–many shops had drawings for door prizes.  The floral shop, Roses and Rainbows,  gave away light up snowmen to the children and had discounts store wide.

Creitz Park in Cambridge City

We ended the night with a drive through Creitz Park in Cambridge, just off the main street, to see the beautiful light display.  And at the end, we got to visit Santa at the fire station and enter another drawing for prizes.

The light display at Creitz Park

will run until the end of the holiday season on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights.  It is worth the drive and the 5.00 donation per carload to see it!

To get a feel for the evening listen (and try to see) the video below–it was a bit dark–but still tells a story.

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What’s Happening Thanksgiving Weekend 2010 In Wayne County

November 26, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Taken at the Old Houston Brick Open House

Taken at the Old Houston Brick Open House

While you are out shopping for those holiday gifts, here are some fun and relaxing things to do– to add to your list….

Cambridge City Christmas Wonderland

Saturday, November 27, 2010 from 6 – 10 p.m.  An old fashioned holiday celebration.  Lights, carolers, luminaries and carriage rides.  This marks the first year of this kind of celebration in Cambridge City. Shops will be open for holiday (buy local) purchases and decorations of all kinds offering holiday discounts.  Yummy sweets and more!  The Christmas Wonderland will also offer: Antiques and unique crafts and collectibles, a lighted parade at 7:00 p.m. and strolling carolers, a double decker bus, craft bazaar at the fire station, kids activities and a free picture with Santa by Red Barn Photography for a food donation to the local pantry–all in one night!

After the festival and up until Christmas you can celebrate the lights at Creitz Park every evening through the holiday season.

Carolyn Lafever at Visitor's Center Open House

Wayne County Historical Museum Christmas Festival Begins

The Christmas Festival at the Museum begins today.  It will run every weekday until 12-12-10, from 9- 4 p.m.  and Saturdays and Sundays from 1- 4 p.m.  There will be decorated Christmas trees to view, which are also up for auction, as well as other decorations to enjoy. You can also visit their gift shop and buy local.  Several local authors, including Wayne County historian Carolyn Lafever, have books for sale at the museum as well.

Gennett Mansion Open House & Art Auction

Saturday, November 27th tour the mansion from 3 – 5 p.m. and listen to members of the Richmond Community Orchestra as they play holiday selections.  The mansion is also available through the holidays for parties and receptions.  A beautifully restored historic home right on Main Street in Richmond.

Remember on this holiday weekend to Buy Local as you enjoy your holiday shopping.  Support our locally owned businesses and our economy.   Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving weekend.

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Children Having Fun In Wayne County…..

September 19, 2010 by 1 Comment
Enjoying Live Music at Canal Days

Over the past week we have gathered some images of children having fun in Wayne County…some at Canal Days last weekend and some just recently taken at the Family Fun Fest.  Enjoy the faces of the most important members of our County…our future.

Enjoying Live Music at Canal Days

And the fun continues as the parade goes by in Cambridge City…

Out For An Old Fashioned Ride

Another Mode of Travel

The Parade Continues….With Our Smallest Reigning King…

Just yesterday we got more shots of kids having a great time outdoors at the Family Fun Fest, sponsored by the Richmond Parks and Recreation.  Activities of all kinds were provided by different agencies, notably the Boys and Girls Clubs which had several games for children to choose from.  Others offered face painting, bounce and climbing blow ups, a duck pond and much more!  Here are few of the faces….

Enjoying The Day With Mom

Little Putter

Face Painting

So many cute faces and as many great adults that have and are bringing joy to their lives.  Thanks to all in Wayne County who have worked so hard this year to offer these opportunities to families and especially to the children.  We look forward to what the fall will bring!

Here Comes The Parade

Parents, if these are your children and you would like a copy of the pictures–just send an email to Karole@GoWayneCounty.com.  We will send you the full size picture via email.  Thanks for sharing their cute faces with all of us.

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