Oktoberfest 2011 A Blast With Tricycle Races, Live Music & More!

September 26, 2011 By KPass Leave a Comment

Enjoying Oktoberfest 2011

Oktoberfest 2011 In The Depot District

This year’s Octoberfest did not disappoint as it was bigger and better than last year! There was something for everyone from live music, delicious foods of all kinds, face painting, fresh baked goods, German foods cheesecake….and so much more!

The crowd gathered as the tricycle races began with teams competing for over 150.00 worth of gift certificates from area merchants. (see video below) After several “heats” the overall champions of the day were the Johnson Boys team.

Two stages of live music played throughout the day, one in front of Steve Terzini’s Little Shebas and another stage in the beer garden by Joe’s Pizza. (See more videos of live music at our Go Wayne County youtube site).

Kids enjoyed the bouncers throughout the fest as well as yummy soft ice cream and cotton candy- there were even hot apple dumplings.

The "Johnson Boys" team congratulate each other on winning the Tricycle Race

If you missed Oktoberfest this year

- no worries it will be back next year at the same time. It gets better every year, thanks to all the sponsors and people who help organize this event.

For many more pictures of Oktoberfest visit our Go Wayne County facebook site.

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Can You Date These Antique Street Bricks?

August 18, 2011 By constance Leave a Comment

Attention Richmond History Buffs!

GWC has received a request from Tim Beard, of Van Buren, Ohio about the age of Antique Bricks he recently acquired. GWC would like to know, too! Please check out his request below along with the pictures he provided. Post in comments if you can help him out with dating these beautiful historical bricks of Richmond, Indiana streets.

I am interested in inquiring historical information on these paver bricks. We acquired over 400 of them at an Estate sale. They were advertised as Antique Street Bricks from Richmond Indiana. We are restoring our 1835 home back to originality of the era and was interested in if these bricks are from the 1800′s or 1900′s. We plan on using some for our front sidewalks. Any information for us would be greatly appreciated.

Tim Warren

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Richmond Laughs…Come Join The Fun!

March 17, 2011 By KPass Leave a Comment

Check the poster below to see new dates and times. The next comedy show will start this weekend, on Saturday, with two show times. Celebrate the coming of Spring with laughter…..

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Hungry? Check Out The Fare This Week At Mitrione’s In Richmond IN

February 14, 2011 By KPass Leave a Comment

If you are craving some real home cooked food that is hot and fresh, then you need to take a trip to Mitrione’s. I L-O-V-E their cabbage rolls and I am not a regular meat eater. But I break my special diet for them–that is how good they are.

Their menu changes each week so check in regularly to their site and sign up for email updates with Dawn Berry, events coordinator, at 765-939-4152. Also, see the message below for the upcoming InConcert event at 4th Floor Blues–all brought to you by Parker Company in Richmond IN, at the Depot District.

Monday – Homecookin’

Chicken Casserole
Mashed Potatoes
Green Beans with Ham
Soup – White Chicken Chili

Tuesday – Italian

Lasagna
Penne Alfredo
Meatballs
Soup – Soffrito

Wednesday – German

Cabbage Balls
Knockwurst
German Potato Salad
Soup – Garlic Potato

Thursday – Mexican

Enchilidas – Chicken
Spanish Rice
Soup – Taco

Friday – Around the World

Pulled Pork
Loaded Potato Skins
Baked Beans
Soup – Clam Chowder

Saturday – Chef’s Choice

Italian Meatloaf
Scalloped Potatoes
Soup – Vegetable

Each day there are also Hot Dogs (available Chicago Style) and Messy Guiseppe’s (Sloppy Joe’s) available too. Don’t forget Saturday, February 19th is the InCONCERT 5 Course Full-Meal Dinner Party featuring Maria Mitrione’s Italian Market. Entertainment will be by Sean Lamb. Tickets are $15. Must be 21. Call (765) 939-4152 for reservations. Dawn Berry.

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“Huge Deal in Australia” — Umbilical Brothers Coming To Earlham College

February 11, 2011 By KPass Leave a Comment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 8, 2011

RICHMOND, Ind. — The Umbilical Brothers bring their twisted hilarity to Earlham College on Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2011.

The fun begins at 7:00 p.m. in Carpenter Hall’s Goddard Auditorium.

Creative, Witty and Hilarious

“The Umbilical Brothers are creative, witty and hilarious,” says Holly McDonald, a first-year student from Sydney, Australia. “They have a unique humor that Earlham students will love. They are sarcastic, quick and inventive.” The show consists of a variety of fast-paced comedic routines using mime, dialogue, contortionist illusions and vocal sound effects.

The cost for the Artist and Lecture Series event is $8 for adults and $5 for students and seniors. Tickets are available by calling Earlham’s Office of Events at 765/983-1373. Tickets are still available, so if you need a good laugh after a long cold winter….this would be the place!

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Back To E Street

August 20, 2010 By Brad Meyers Leave a Comment

Hosts Brian Elstro and Megan Eversole

Hello All. After my brief hiatus it was really great to see you out again at the E Street Pub. The music has only gotten better and better. We really need more shows like this one around town.

The show last night was hosted by one of the most talented people I know Megan Eversole, and co-hosted by none other than Mr. Grumbles himself the awesome drummer Brian Elstro. And there were so many great musicians; just like always. I feel like writing about this event can and may have become redundant, but until you come down and see it for yourself.. and yes I’m talking to you.. you will listen (i.e. read) to every single word I have to say (i.e. type). I kid, I kid. But seriously do yourself a favor and come down and join us next Thursday night at E Street. It’s a friendly environment and no one will force you to drink if you don’t wanna. Just come see what amazing musicians Richmond has to offer.

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Paradise on Roosevelt Hill..Concert Series In Richmond

August 7, 2010 By KPass Leave a Comment

Another successful event by the Richmond Parks and Recreation Department, the first in the Summer Concert Series was a hit with all who attended. Some families on the hill had even traveled quite a distance for this concert.

Playing to a large crowd of hundreds scattered across Roosevelt Hill, Parrots of the Caribbean got people on their feet, dancing, clapping and singing the well-known words of Jimmy Buffet songs.

The lead singer had several humorous costume changes through the show, and the crowd was entertained by a very large shark that started a Conga line through the spectators on the hill.

The evening was cool and crisp, a perfect night for the first concert.

To read about the next concerts in the series go to GoWayneCounty.com.

Brought To You By....

Thanks to the Parks Department for again bringing the community great entertainment–and it is Free!

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Richmond Parks and Recreation: Summer Concert Series

August 4, 2010 By KPass Leave a Comment

Summer Concert Roosevelt Hill

This Friday, August 6^th will be the first of four free concerts at Roosevelt Hill, in Glen Miller Park.

To start off the series Parrots of the Caribbean will play from 8:00- 10:00 p.m. Friday. Their music is a tribute to Jimmy Buffet and according to the parks department they have “energy and first class musicianship!” A great start to a wonderful series.

The rest of the summer concert series will include:

Friday August 13, “After Midnight” – flashback to the 70’s

Friday August 20, “Lemon Wheel” – 60’s to todays top 40 hits

Friday, August 27, “The Groove Doctors” – A local band with a broad range of music

All the concerts in this series are free and begin at 8:00 p.m. on Roosevelt Hill.

Another event coming up in August, brought to you by the Richmond Parks and Recreation Department:

Back to School Splash Bash

Cordell Municipal Pool

Mark your calendars for Thursday, August 12, 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. On the last Family Night at the pool, the first 100 kids will receive a special gift to get them ready for the school year. This event is for all ages and the cost is: Ages 17 and under- $2.00 and 18 and above – $3.00. You will want to be there for the Back to School Splash Bash to celebrate the beginning of a great school year—and the end of a fun summer at the pool brought to you by the parks department.

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Rose City Horseshoe League Pitchers at the 2010 NHPA World Horseshoe Pitching Tournament

August 3, 2010 By KPass Leave a Comment

Jim Hill, Richmond

by John Passmore, Member Contributor

This year the 2010 World Horseshoe Tournament is in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. 1,268 pitchers from the US, Canada and Norway are participating, and among them are two members of the Rose City Horseshoe League in Richmond. The tournament is off to a great start with Wayne County native Larry Fouche having completed class play in the Elders Class J-2. Larry finished with a 7 win 6 loss record and an eighth place finish with nearly a 20% ringer percentage. Robert Watson of Lewisburg finished 14^th in Class J-1, Jim Hill, also of Richmond, begins his bid for the World Elder Class C title on Monday.

Other local pitchers in neighboring counties are Eugene Powell, New Castle (Elders C) and Elmo Harrison, Connersville (Elders Class A) who will also begin this week.

5 year old Kylie Foster at World

In other Divisions, Noah Gabel from North Dakota won the Cadets (under 9 years of age) Championship. Austin Peach, Illinois was runner-up. The youngest competitor in this years World Tournament is little Kylie Foster of Mount Vernon, Illinois, who at age 5 managed two ringers.

Noah Gabel, Cadet World Champion

Wisconsin’s Bethany Heinritz won the Junior Girls Championship with an undefeated record, 116 ringers out of 218 shoes pitched for a 54 % ringer average. Brianna McCormack of Vermont is the runner-up.

Bethany Heinritz and Matt Fuller, Jr. Champs

Matt Fuller from the state of Washington was crowned Junior Boys World Champion. Matt went undefeated pitching 321 ringers out of 416 shoes pitched for a 77.2% ringer average. Gavin Kahrig of Woodsfield,Ohio is the runner-up.

At its annual business meeting the National Horseshoe Pitchers Association selected Knoxville, TN as the site of the 2012 event. Next years venue will be in Monroe, LA.

Pitching continues through Saturday with the Champion being crowned in the Mens, Womens, Senior Mens, Senior Women and Elders Divisions.

Follow GoWayneCounty.com through the week for results or go to HorseshoePitching.com for game by game results. GoWayneCounty.com is a sponsor of one of the Rose City teams which meet each Thursday night of the summer league at the Clearcreek courts.

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4th Annual BLAST AT THE OVERPASS Featuring the First of the Warm Glow InConcert Series

June 28, 2010 By KPass Leave a Comment

Randy Baker

July 3^rd, 2010 is the date for the 4th Annual Blast at the Overpass sponsored by Rick Parker and the 4^th Floor Blues Club.

Great food will be available from Mitrione’s as well as a beer garden provided by 4^th Floor Blues. Featured bands will include Chris Parker at 7:00 p.m. and Randy Baker and Friends at 8:15 p.m. The Blast will be outdoors at the 4^th Floor Blues Club beer garden in the Depot District.

Gates open at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are only $5.00 and can be purchased prior to the event at all 11 non profit locations plus Joe’s Pizza, Little Sheba’s and Maria Mitrione’s. Children 12 and under are free—all ages are welcome.

InConcert

is a group of 11 non-profits who collaborate on a fundraising concert series in which 100% of monies raised are given to the non-profits for their programs and operating expenses. The InConcert Series benefits organizations around Wayne County including:

Starr-Gennett Foundation
Boys and Girls Clubs of Wayne County
Richmond Family YMCA
Hub Etchison Youth Football League
Centerville Youth League
Conflict Resolution Center
Townsend Community Center
Sunrise Therapeutic Riding Stables
Noah’s Ark Day Care
HELP the Animals
Abilities Richmond

Beer Garden Area at Depot

Some of the sponsors for the concert series include: G101.3, Reid Hospital, B&F Plastics, First Bank Richmond, the 4^th Floor Blues Club Board, and Express Impressions (the full list can be seen on flyers around town announcing this event).

Come support this worthwhile fundraising event and have a BLAST in the process.

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Kicks 96 and Fricker’s: Wayne County Idol Finals at the 4-H Fairgrounds

June 28, 2010 By KPass Leave a Comment

The Frickin' Chicken Crew and The Buddha from Kicks96

Saturday night was another exciting competition of the seven finalists in the Wayne County Idol, sponsored by Kicks 96 and Fricker’s. All the women were exceptional and the crowd, of around 250 people, showed their enthusiasm and support for each contestant with cheers and clapping to the music.

When asked, by the Buddha from Kicks 96, how they prepared for the evenings competition contestants had answers similar to Brandi Browns who said she “cleaned her house and did laundry.” She added that her five year old got a little tired of her practicing all day as she cleaned.

First contestant of the night was Megan New who sang “Anyway” by Martina McBride. It was a strong performance and one of the emcees of the event commented that it was, “a great way to start the night.”

The difficulty of being a judge had to be great as all the contestants gave strong performances on at least one if not both of their song choices.

The other contestants included: Paula Stout, Brandi Brown, Shandy Kemp, Jessica Phenis (who also wrote both her songs), Becky Lovely, and Shea Thomas.

Winner: Megan New!

In the end there could be only one winner and that was newcomer, Megan New –just 19 years old and competing for the first time. She definitely gave two strong performances, her second song choice being “Cowboy Cassanova.” She will receive the $1,000 prize given by Fricker’s and Kicks 96 as well as a 100.00 gift certificate. Second place and a 75.00 gift certificate from Fricker’s went to Brandi Brown. Third place and a $50.00 gift certificate went to Shea Thomas who clearly had the biggest fan club, many in baby blue t-shirts.

It was an exciting night and as we’ve said before, all the contestants should be proud of their performances. On such a hot and steamy night they all pulled out their best voices under challenging circumstances and entertained all of us watching. We look forward to next year and seeing these contestants return.

Footage from the great finale:

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25th Anniversary Monte Carlo Nationals : Richmond/Wayne County

June 21, 2010 By KPass Leave a Comment

There will be 6 generations of Chevrolet Monte Carlos filling the lots of the Holiday Inn this weekend, Friday June 25th – Sunday June 27th 2010. Richmond’s Holiday Inn will serve as the official host facility for the 2010 nationals.

Carla Eberwein and the Holiday Inn sales staff have been working closely with the event organizers since early 2009 to make detailed preparations for the event. This event completely sold out the host hotel and will bring in approximately 195+ participants for two to three nights with a very postitive direct economic impact.

The Monte Carlo Nationals have taken place since 1985 and are held in a different location in the United States each year. Richmond/Wayne County is honored to host this group for the first time during this, their 25th anniversary.

Press Release forwarded by Richmond/Wayne County Tourism Bureau

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Tony Hoard & K-9 Crew

June 20, 2010 By Brad Meyers Leave a Comment

Tony Hoard & The K-9 Crew

His dogs have been on The Today Show, Good Morning America and America’s Got Talent, just to name a few.

And now they are performing live for us at The Wayne County 4-H Fair!

His dogs are a sight to see with their aerial tricks, acrobatics and dancing.

Here are some scenes from the show:

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1860′s Fashion Show At Wayne County Fair Grounds

June 19, 2010 By KPass Leave a Comment

Teresa Downs, professional reenactor, explains women and girls fashion during the Civil War Era. Her daughter Sarah assists her as they dress their young model.

MC of the Period Fashion Show, Teresa Downs

As they dress Emily Engle, Teresa explains all the layers a young girl would have worn. They are in order as follows:

First come the stockings which were very colorful and were worn with a garter. These are followed by several layers of underclothing including: pantelettes made from muslin, worn from knee to calf, a chemise which caught the perspiration, a corset which was worn as young as two years old and also by men (called “belly binders”).

Sarah Downs helping Emily Engle getting dressed

Unlike in Gone With the Wind, the corsets were put on by lying on the floor, someone stepping on your back and pulling on the strings. They were even worn during pregnancy, according to Teresa.

Then came the corset cover, with buttons made from china or mother of pearl. Next the petticoats (3 in summer 10 in winter) which kept women and girls from tripping on dresses. Finally the hoop, hoop cover and then the dress. Whew! I got tired just watching the process!

Teresa also shared that the color and pattern combinations were horrid in this time period sometimes wearing checks and lines together. They did wear bonnets to keep their complexion light which was a sign of prosperity. They were like wearing blinders.

The shoes women wore were more like boots and according to young Sarah Downs they are “slicker than snot!” They were also very uncomfortable.

Boys wore dresses up to the age of three and the only way to distinguish between boys and girls was the part in their hair. Females always wore their hair part in the middle. The boys wore the hoops and all undergarments like the girls did.

Sidney Braff is asked if she is of courting age

One young girl in the crowd was asked if she was of marital age. Of course she giggled and said no, but Teresa explained that only girls who were ready for suitors wore earrings.

All I can say is thank goodness for shorts–it is a hot day and I can’t imagine wearing all those layers! But it was a very interesting show.

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Civil War: A Living History Live at the 4-H Fair

June 19, 2010 By Brad Meyers Leave a Comment

Take a stroll back in time at the Wayne County 4-H Fair. Civil War reenactment group 1st Wisconsin Artillery provides an educational look back at how times were during the Civil War.

Listen as the cannons roar at this historical reenactment.

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