Last Winter Market & Celebratory Potluck At Townsend Center

April 26, 2013 by KPass Leave a Comment

Saturday (tomorrow) will be the last winter market at Townsend Center for 2012- 2013, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

hydroponic tomatoes

Come to the Market to enjoy your favorite fresh vegetables, cake pops, homemade breads, local honey and more. And then at 1:00 p.m. you can particpate in the potluck- just bring a dish to share and a drink to participate. (bringing your own plates and utensils will help minimize trash as well).

The Summer Market will begin on May 4, 2013 in the Morrisson Reeves parking lot. (the picture at right is an innovative way to grow tomatoes all year round).

Check back in to the Gowaynecounty.com site for updates to summer events. And remember to check our calendar regularly as it is often updated. We have also added a calendar just for concerts and live music where you can submit your own upcoming musical events.

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“Beasts Of The Southern Wild” Producer Comes To Earlham

March 3, 2013 by KPass Leave a Comment

Josh Penn ’06 will be on campus for the viewing of Beasts of the Southern Wild this Tuesday at Earlham College.

The award winning (Sundance awards) and Academy Award nominee, Beasts of the Southern Wild, will be shown at 7:00 p.m. in Goddard Auditorium. Josh, a graduate of Earlham College in 2006, will conduct a Q&A session following the film. General admission is 5.00 with one free ticket for those with an Earlham ID.

For tickets you can contact the box office at Earlham College.

Filed Under: Earlham College, Richmond, Upcoming Events Tagged With: Academy awards, Beast of the Southern Wild, Earlham College, Josh Penn, richmond indiana, Sundance Film Festival

Willy Wonka Junior: Last Day To See At Civic Theatre

March 3, 2013 by KPass Leave a Comment

You can still make it today to the last show of Willy Wonka Junior at Richmond Civic Theatre. Tickets for the 2:00 p.m. show will be on sale at the box office.

According to Ryan Shaw, “the show went well,” at yesterday’s evening performance and it is expected to be entertaining today as well.

See you there!

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Beauty And The Beast This Weekend

February 21, 2013 by KPass Leave a Comment

Beauty And The Beast

If you have not gotten your tickets yet, you can still stop by the Civic Hall box office and pick them up. The RHS Players are bringing to the stage a beloved classic: Beauty and the Beast. See below for your invitation to a live stage performance by local actors, vocalists and musicians.

Filed Under: Arts, civic hall performing arts, Richmond Tagged With: Beauty and the Beast, Civic Hall Performing Arts, live performance, RHS Players, richmond indiana

Working Towards a Healthier Environment In Richmond: New Commission Has Begun

February 5, 2013 by KPass Leave a Comment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Richmond Environmental Sustainability Commission Has Begun Meeting

Photo courtesy of Brad Cox, wherethetrainssleep photography

The city of Richmond, Indiana established an Environmental Sustainability Commission, by approval of the Mayor and the Richmond Common Council, in May 2012. Commission members have since been appointed and have begun to meet regularly to promote sustainability, conservation of natural resources, and maintenance of a healthy environment for the City and its residents.

The Commission’s functions include informing and advising the Mayor, Common Council, and the City Government on matters relating to environmental sustainability; helping the various parts of the Richmond city government operate in a sustainable (and cost-efficient) manner; coordinating and promoting public efforts on sustainability issues, including grant opportunities; and facilitating environmental education generally.

The nine-member Commission, jointly appointed by the Mayor and Common Council, includes representatives from a non-profit organizations; business/ industry; city governance; education; youth (high-school age); and utilities. Current Commission members include: Stephanie Hays- Mussoni (Chair), Alison Zajdel (Vice-Chair), Scott Hess (Secretary), Darryl Decker, Denise Johnson, Elise Lynn, Ron Oler, and Scott Zimmerman, as well as non-voting community members Kevin McCurdy, Jared Patton, and Elijah Welch. A youth member still needs to be appointed.

Photo by Karole Passmore, GoWayneCounty.com

The Commission has begun work to help implement Richmond’s already existing goals as a participant in the Indiana CLEAN (Comprehensive Local Environmental Action Network) Community Challenge. These goals include: increasing the amount of walking and bike trails in the city; enhancing collection and disposal of medical drugs in order to improve water quality; increasing plantings of native tree species; collecting and disposing of improperly dumped tires; and reducing chemical contamination of stormwater runoff. The Commission has also begun work to review the Sustainability section of the Richmond Comprehensive Plan and to organize an Environmental Summit of local environmental groups and stakeholders, which will share information and plan further initiatives.

The Commission holds regular meetings on the second Wednesday of each month, open to the general public, at 4 pm in the Community Room of the Richmond City Building.

Richmond citizens should feel free to contact any of the members for community input and suggestions (you can reach Stephanie Hays-Mussoni at shaysmus@iue.edu or Scott Hess at hesssc@earlham.edu).

If you would like more information please contact:

Scott Hess Secretary of the Richmond Environmental Sustainability Commission

hesssc@earlham.edu
860 SW 15th St.
Richmond, IN 47374
ph# 765-965-3846

*Brad Cox is a Richmond native who now lives in Nashville IN. He specializes in unique photography and his porfolio includes weddings, graduation pictures, nature shots, model shoots, and family pictures. Brad is also an organic farmer with land in Nashville IN that he farms and provides produce for local restaurants in Bloomington and Nashville IN. For more information on his photography or farming you can contact Brad at: 812 391 6138.

Filed Under: environment, Richmond Tagged With: Alison Zajdel, Brad Cox, common-council, environment, Environmental Sustainability commission, mayor sally hutton, richmond indiana, Scott Hess, stephanie Hays Mussani, wherethetrainssleep

What Are You Doing New Years? Here Are A Few Local Ideas….

December 31, 2012 by KPass Leave a Comment

Whether you are going out to party or staying in, there are several options for enjoyment in Wayne County.

The InConcert Series At The 4th Floor Blues Club- New Years Party

will offer live music and entertainment at the 4th Floor Blues Club tonight. Featured musicians are: Gil Puckett as well as the Jonny Hazard Band. Doors open at 7:00 pm, tickets are 25.00 each which includes a buffet and champaigne toast. Proceeds for this event help to support 12 non-profits in Wayne County. Tickets can be purchased at Joe’s Pizza, Little Sheba’s, Wayne County Tourism or any of the non-profits supported by the InConcert Series.

New Year’s Eve At The Holiday Inn- Update: Cancelled (see details)

Moment’s Notice, a local jazz group favorite, will play live this evening at the new HolidayInn. From 6-9 a prime rib buffet will be served and from 9-12 p.m. will be an open bar. There will also be a champaigne toast at midnight. For reservations you can call: 765-488-1975. ***This event has been cancelled due to a low number of reservations. However, they will be serving a regular meal from 6-11 p.m. and people are welcome to come and stay the night – no reservations needed for the dinner. Live music will not be available.

Ring In The New Year With a ’60s bash at the VFW Kirk Little Post

Feel free to dress in your favorite ’60s attire as you ring in the new year at the VFW. Please bring a finger food to share. Closing at 1:00 a.m. Call the VFW for more details.

New Year’s Eve Bowling Parties At 40 Bowl

Tonight you can reserve a lane for your family from 6- 8 p.m. with a 59.99 package which includes 2 pizzas, refillable soft drinks, 2 hours of bowling, shoes, and more. Must call ahead or go in to reserve your spot. Arrival time is 5:30 p.m.

Later, the older crowd can enjoy a late night bowling party starting at 9:00 p.m. Reservations are not needed but will be on a first come basis. Cost is per person.

Staying In Tonight?: Joe’s Pizza Has A Dish For Your Party

Joe’s will be closing at 3:00 p.m. today, but will have dishes available for your party at home. Offerings include their signature Calzones, Roscoe’s Rescue, pizzas & more! Call in or drive by for some yummy additions to your party tonight.

Also:

Visit any of your locally owned cafes and restaurants to pick up dishes for your party while buying local and supporting our shop owners.

Have a happy and safe New Year’s Eve!

Filed Under: Live Music, Richmond, Upcoming Events, wayne-county Tagged With: 4th Floor Blues, holiday inn, InConcert Series, joes pizza, live music, moments notice, new years eve, parties, richmond indiana

December Is Full Of Holiday Cheer..In Wayne County

November 30, 2012 by KPass Leave a Comment

December 2012 Events

Breakfast With Santa

Innovation Center

December 1, 9-11 a

Gospel Christmas Concert Earlham

Sunday, December 2, 7:00 p

Little Women

Civic Theatre

Opens December 7, 7:30 p; Runs 8,9 & 14, 15, 16

The Nutcracker

The Richmond Symphony, & Chicago Ballet: Civic Hall

Dec 8, 7:30 Dec 9, 3:00 p

Holiday Running Events

Easter Seals Frostbite 5K

Glen Miller Park, Dec 1, 2p

* * * * *

Holiday Festivals

Christmas In Centerville

December 8, 5-8 p

Old Fashioned Christmas

Depot District

Tuesdays: Nov. 27; Dec. 4, 11 and 18

Holiday Bazaars

Clear Creek Holiday Bazaar

Dec 1, 11-4

Metamora Christmas

Weekends following thanksgiving up to Christmas

Filed Under: Earlham College, Richmond Civic Theatre, The Richmond Symphony, Upcoming Events, wayne-county Tagged With: breakfast with santa, Clear Creek Coop, Earlham College, gospel concert, holidays, Little Women, Old Fashioned Christmas, Richmond Civic Theatre, richmond indiana, Upcoming Events

Holding The Earlham Community Up In Thought and Prayer Today

November 9, 2012 by KPass Leave a Comment

We want to express our deepest sadness at this news and ask that we all hold the community up in thought and prayer as they struggle with this awful loss. Due to the tragedy which occured early this morning, Earlham released the following statement on their website:

“6:00 a.m. — Three Earlham College students were struck by a train early on Friday, Nov. 9. 2012 in Richmond’s Depot District. One student was killed immediately. Two others were transported to Reid Hospital and were subsequently airlifted to Miami Valley Hospital. The deceased student is senior Therese Heymann of Burlingame, CA.

The injured students were sophomore Lenore Edwards and senior Graham Nissen.

Earlham has suspended classes for the day in light of the tragedy.

Beginning at 8:00 a.m., there will be a place for students and other members of the community to gather at Stout Meetinghouse and the College Dining Hall.

Additional information will be released throughout the day. Please check back at the Earlham Website”

Filed Under: Earlham College, Local News, Richmond Tagged With: Earlham College, richmond indiana, students hit by train

Fireworks Are A “Go!” In Wayne County Today (see updates for postponed fireworks)

July 3, 2012 by KPass Leave a Comment

Fireworks Display At Wayne County 4H Fairgrounds Friday Night- Last Night Of Fair

July 3, 2012

See updates below- some fireworks have been cancelled/postponed

According to Blair Beach of the Richmond Parks Department, preparations have been underway for fireworks on Roosevelt Hill since last week.

Crews have been watering down the area for fireworks, due to the dry grass on the hill, to get ready for an exciting fireworks display. Entertainment on the hill is setting up now and will provide fun throughout the day. Fireworks will begin at dusk and concessions will be available.

Elsewhere in Wayne County:

July 3, 2012

Fireworks in Hagerstown IN (postponed for later date in summer )
Hagerstown Airport, S. Washington St., Hagerstown
At Dusk

July 3, 2012

Fireworks in Creitz Park (cancelled)
Creitz Park, Cambridge City, IN
At Dusk

Outside of Wayne County:

July 4, 2012

Winchester IN, Fireworks at Dusk In Goodrich Park

Filed Under: 4 H Fair, Hagerstown, Richmond Parks And Recreation, Upcoming Events, wayne-county Tagged With: 4H Fair, cambridge city, Creitz Park, fireworks, Hagerstown, richmond indiana, roosevelt-hill

Kids Having Summer Fun All Over Wayne County…And More To Come!

June 16, 2012 by KPass Leave a Comment

I can do it! Swimming Lessons at Cordell Pool

by Karole Passmore

Also included, Hagerstown Information by Christina Biddle Walker

This year the Richmond Parks Department has an even bigger array of activities for kids and families to enjoy! Starting Saturday (tonight) at dusk the first of the Outdoor Movie series begins.

Cars will play at Westview Elementary on Saturday as the sun goes down and prior to the movie at 8:30 there will be kids games. The movies are free and concession stands are available with inexpensive snacks. They have also added a series of movies on Roosevelt Hill this summer.

The first session of swimming lessons at the Cordell Municipal pool started this week and will run for one more week before the next session. (contact the Park Office if you are interested in your child having lessons). As you can see from the pictures they are having a good time. (see also video below).

Learning To Swim At The First Summer Session

JUKO and Art In The Park also started this week and is going strong. Kids are swimming, getting messy, creating, making new friends, and enjoying life. Stay tuned for more events for kids and family offered by the Parks Department on GoWayneCounty.com. (Up next…Independence week fun).

According to information submitted by Christina Biddle Walker, Hagerstown IN has some fun things to offer kids and families this summer as well. She writes:

The Ruth Dutro Community Pool (611 E. Main St., Hagerstown) is now open until mid-August. Pool hours are 11am to 6pm Mon-Sat and Sun. 12pm – 6pm (all hours are weather permitting). The pool may also be rented for private parties/occasions for 2 hours between the hours of 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. For further information, please call (765) 238-9669.

Hagerstown 4th of July Celebration Fireworks will be held on Wednesday, July 4th at the Hagerstown Airport (located at the end of South Washington Street). Please remember that you will be driving through a residential area to get to this site so drive carefully and obey the speed limit. Show begins at dusk/dark. Bring your chairs and blankets.

The Hagerstown Farmer’s Market, featuring lots of produce and goods from area residents now open on Wednesday evenings from 5pm to 7pm at the Hagerstown Elementary School parking lot (299 N. Sycamore St.). For further information call (765) 489-6171.

Hagerstown Jubilee Days are scheduled for August 18th thru the 21st. Events include the traditional Saturday morning Jubilee Days parade, a festival market that features fair foods, fresh locally raised produce and a vast selection of arts/crafts, a Kid’s Zone with rides and activities, a variety of musical entertainment, the crowning of the Jubilee Days Sight Queen and a teen dance. A more specific list of events will be posted on the Hagerstown website (hagerstown.in.gov/) closer to the date.

Elsewhere in Wayne County, Cope Environmental center has started their fun summer programs for kids of all ages. Hayes Arboretum is also offering fun outdoor learning activities. Richmond Friends School will be offering Theatre Camp next week M-F, from 8:30 – 12:30. If your child is interested you can call the school for more information.

If you have any pictures to share of kids and families having fun this summer at these or any other events/programs please send them to Karole@gowaynecounty.com as an attachment and tell us what is happening in them. We will post them here or on our Facebook site.

Have a safe and exciting summer! (Find more pictures on our Go Wayne County facebook site).

Filed Under: farmers market, Hagerstown, Richmond Parks And Recreation, Upcoming Events, wayne-county Tagged With: Art in the Park, community pools, cope environmental center, cordell pool, dutro pool, Hagerstown IN, JUKO, outdoor movies, Richmond Friends School, richmond indiana, summer fun, swim lessons

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

September 26, 2011 by KPass 1 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.

Filed Under: Depot District, Featured, Richmond Tagged With: beer garden, depot district, featured, Little Sheba's, live music, oktoberfest, richmond indiana, Terz, Tricycle races

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

Filed Under: Richmond Tagged With: antique street bricks, featured, richmond indiana

Richmond Laughs…Come Join The Fun!

March 17, 2011 by KPass 1 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…..

Filed Under: Night Life, Upcoming Events Tagged With: Bob and Tom, Quality Inn, richmond indiana, Richmond Laughs

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.

Filed Under: Richmond Tagged With: depot district, home cooked meals, hot bar, Mitrione's Italian Market, Parkers General Store, richmond indiana, soda fountain

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

February 11, 2011 by KPass 1 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!

Filed Under: Richmond, Upcoming Events Tagged With: Australia, comedy, Earlham College, richmond indiana, The Umbilical Brothers

Back To E Street

August 20, 2010 by Brad Meyers 5 Comments

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.