Category Archives for "buying local"

This year there are so many reasons to bring a smile to the loved ones on your gift list, and you can do that while you also support local businesses and artisans!  We have picked three more options to highlight that include yummy treats and beautiful creations.  Each offers easy ways to buy and give […]

Are you looking for unique gift choices this year while also supporting local shops and artisans?  The second in our series on Buying Local: Gift Ideas, we are highlighting a unique local tea and gift shop on Main Street in Richmond IN,  as well as two gifted local artists.  Each has contact information available and […]

Wayne County Indiana is home to many talented artisans who offer year round unique gift options.  This holiday season the choices are abundant from holiday cards and decor to fairy doors, photography, and even custom designs for your family and friends.   Giving gifts that are produced locally and from the hands of artisans means so […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 4th Annual Deck the Halls Artisan & Cultural Trail Richmond, IN (11/27/2017) — The Deck the Halls Artisan & Cultural Trail is happening December 1 through December 3. The trail highlights many talented artisans and their wares scattered throughout Wayne County. Along the trail you will find various items for purchase that […]

Karole Passmore, co-founder GoWayneCounty.com Every year for the past eight years, our family at GoWayneCounty.com has encouraged, in different ways, the idea of buying local for the holidays.  This year we are doing it with an exciting contest! All across Wayne County, unique shops offer tremendous choices for the special gifts we love to give […]

In just a little over a week we have gone to a Harvest Festival, a live musical, a town festival and more!  Nothing to do in Wayne County?  Psshhh….. Saturday at the Farmer’s Market on 10th and Main we enjoyed the literal fruits and vegetables of local growers labors.  The Harvest Festival market offered lovely […]

2016 Archway Days in Centerville is upon us for 2016! Enjoy crafts, yard and antique sales, activities for kids at the Centerville Public Library, local foods and vendors, and much more. Beginning at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 26 and ending at 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, there will also be a pancake breakfast offered by […]

Every day in Richmond IN, people are coming from points near and far to visit this quaint historic downtown area. Filled with unique shops and local shop owners, people return not only for the items they find but also the welcoming atmosphere. Early..early every morning… Years ago I read a book to my daughter called “The […]

This year’s Quilt/Needlework Show will be on Friday and Saturday, August 26 and 27, from 10-4 each day. Admission is $3 and the Mansion House is at 214 E Main Street in Centerville. Turn-in for the Quilt/Needlework show will be from 4-6 on Wednesday, August 24 at the Mansion House. Flea Market items such as […]

by Karole Passmore A Writer’s Haven in Cambridge City I was recently invited to a small haven of creativity, nestled on a side street in Cambridge City.  It’s a place where writers meet to share their ideas, their successes and the desire to become published authors.  The space is provided by a woman named Shelley […]

by Karole Passmore, GWC For years, buying local has been a cornerstone of the GoWayneCounty.com message.  Highlighting new and firmly planted local businesses and local events is what we love to do.  We also know that buying local strengthens our economy and supports families who provide services we all need and enjoy, and we care because […]

by Karole Passmore Coming soon- October 22, you can enjoy shopping at unique new shops, as well as shops that have been in the community since childhood, during this fun event.  Just pick up your passport at Embellish and follow the map to giveaways and discounts for a great local shopping experience!  (see below for […]

Do you enjoy high quality, local live music?  Then you won’t want to miss the next edition of the Lyricist’s Corner at New Boswell Brewery.  See below for details:

Here is your chance to add to your collection of treasures!  Coming soon in mid-October —the fall book sale at MRL.

Dear Editor, Wayne County Extension Homemakers Association wants to thank everyone involved in the success of our third biennial quilt show held May 8 and 9 at the Raper Center. Our theme “Splashes of Color for a Cure” allowed us to honor those affected by cancer; monies earned from silent auction of four quilts are […]