Backyard Adventures

BACKYARD ADVENTURES 2019 PIKE PUBLISHING 1B Fort Branch is a community on the grow, and their community festival, Fort Branch Fest, will kick off area festivals, running May 30 through June 1 in Fort Branch Community Park. Besides the food, carnival rides, games, car show and parade charac- teristic of the Indiana festival scene, the town sets themselves apart this year with by adding a Lip Sync Battle to open festivities at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 30. Winners will claim prizes and brag- ging rights at the no-sign-up-fee and no-admission-fee event. Sign up to sync at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ fort-branch-town-fest-lip-sync-battle- tickets-59868859370. The festival will also feature live mu- sic with Booze Hound Duo with classic rock at 6:30 p.m., and Kenna Elpers and band at 9 p.m. Friday, May 31. Then Saturday, live music continues with Cage Willis, at 5:30 p.m. June 1, performing with special guests Chris- tian Rowe, Mick May, Cameron Allen and Mariah Paiz. Then at 8 p.m., Five Below, known for playing classic rock, blues and country dance music across Kentucky, Ohio and Indiana, performs. The fourth annual Red Bank Bike Tour will also return this year. The non-competitive bike ride through Red Bank Trail and the Gibson County countryside starts at 7 a.m. June 1. Riders can choose from three different routes: 15.5 miles, 31 miles or 50 miles, and those who register in time will receive a free T-shirt and entry into the music area of the festival. For more information, visit the Fort Branch Community Pride's Facebook page. 2019 EVENT CALENDAR CONTINUED ON THE NEXT PAGE > It's time to begin the tour. Come with us and enjoy the festivals, activities and events that make the Tri-State unique. Along the way, we'll point out some of the local events that you're sure to enjoy. Art of the Monon Exhibit May 15 – Sept. 1 French Lick, Orange County French Lick West Baden Mu- seum. See the Monon painting of renowned railroad artist How- ard Fogg and other rare items. For more information, visit flwb- museum.com. Afternoon Tour and Tea May 15 – Dec. 25 West Baden Springs Hotel, Orange County Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m. Res- ervations required. Embark on a 70 -minute historical tour of West Baden Springs Hotel. You'll be fascinated with the rich and entertaining legends and stories that are a part of the history of this elegant turn- of-the-century hotel. Then re- fresh yourself with a proper afternoon tea in the atrium fea- turing finger sandwiches, petit fours and scones served with a tasteful selection of gourmet teas. For more information, visit frenchlick.com or call 812-936 - 5579. Patoka Lake Wildlife Cruises May 15 – Oct. 30 Patoka Lake, Orange County Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Reserva- tions recommended. Take a tour of Patoka Lake on our 60' tour boat, Patoka Voyager, or on our double-decker tour boat, Patoka Pride. Search for osprey, eagles, herons, loons, beavers and other wildlife. For more information, visit patokalakemarina.com or call 812-685 -2203. 2019 Chamber Golf Scramble May 16 Odon, Daviess County Rain/makeup date will be May 23, 2019. Downtown Odon. Con- tact 812-636 -3000 for more in- formation. Battle of Sacramento May 17 – May 19 Sacramento, McLean County, Ky. Experience the Reenactment of the Battle of Sacramento. This Civil War Battle was fought on Dec. 28, 1861. The battlefield is the undisputed location of Nathan Bedford Forrest's first fight. 675 Main St., Sacramento, Ky. For more information, visit battleofsac.com or call 270 -792- 5300. MayDay Film Festival May 17 – May 18 Evansville, Vanderburgh County Showplace Cinemas South. For more information, visit mayday- filmfestival.com. 7th Annual Bark in the Park Fundraiser May 18 Washington, Daviess County From 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the East- side Park in Washington, enjoy a 1-mile family/dog walk and a festival fit for humans and dogs alike. French Lick Family Classic Fun Run May 18 French Lick Resort, Orange County 8:15 a.m. Get motoring into race season by joining the field for the annual French Lick Family Classic. Other family-friendly activities will be offered, includ- ing a bounce house, Pop-a-Shot, art station, crazy hair station and kids' tattoo parlor. For more information, visit frenchlick. com. Spring Into Action May 18 French Lick, Orange County French Lick Springs Hotel at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. From trapeze to silks, catch an array of daz- zling acts, including interactive elements of hoop and poi for the kids. There's also complimen- tary cotton candy or popcorn for the kids (and the kids at heart), plus a circus photo booth to cap- ture your memories. For more information, visit frenchlick. com. Pound Puppies Spring Craft Show May 18 New Harmony, Posey County Ribeyre Center from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Spring into Summer with some homemade crafts and gifts from your favorite vendors - lots to choose from. Hope to see you all there. 100 percent profit goes directly to the dogs. For more information, visit pcpoundpup- pies.webs.com/events. Flower Moon Walk May 18 New Harmony, Posey County Cathedral Labyrinth at Sacred Garden from 8 to 9 p.m. For more information, visit visitne- wharmony.com. Old Jasper Day and Strawberry Festival May 19 Jasper, Dubois County Train Depot. Enjoy strawberries, historical walking tours, con- cert, train rides, horse-drawn wagon rides, demonstrations and the Patoka 2000 Duck Race. For more information, visit jasperin. org or call 812-482-6866. Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra presents Indiana Music Legends May 19 Evansville, Vanderburgh County Evansville Philharmonic at 4 p.m. Our Pops finale showcases the in- credible wealth of music by Hoo- sier 20th century pop music icons from Cole Porter and Hoagy Car- michael to John Mellencamp and American superstar legend Michael Jackson. The orchestra is joined by Evansville's own leg - ends, Gina and Joan Moore-Mob- ley, "The Browne Sisters." Sign up for Summer Reading Program May 20 Fort Branch and Haubstadt, Gibson County Sign up for the Fort Branch and Haubstadt Libraries Summer Reading Program, "A Universe of Stories." Both Libraries are open until 5 p.m. this day. Summer Reading Program Launch Party and Picnic May 24 Fort Branch, Gibson County Fort Branch Public Library at 10 a.m. Launch into the 2019 sum- mer reading program by attend- ing this party and picnic. Featur- ing a magician, entertainment, food, door prizes. For more information, visit fortbranchli- brary.com. Memorial Weekend Celebration May 25 – May 27 West Boggs Park, Daviess County Honor those who have lost their lives serving our country with a Memorial ceremony and an evening with candlelight vigil around the park at 8:30 p.m. Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous May 25 – May 26 Vincennes, Knox County Take a step back in time and sur- round yourself with the sights, smells, sounds and tastes of the American Revolutionary War period during the Spirit of Vin- cennes Rendezvous held at the French Commons. Admission charged. For more information, visit spiritofvincennes.org. Indiana Landmarks Twilight Tours May 25 West Baden Springs Hotel, Orange County 7 p.m., 7:10 p.m. and 7:20 p.m. Explore what it would have been like to be a guest of the West MAY-JUNE 30-1 OPEN FOR LUNCH Monday - Friday ���� 11 a�m�-2 p�m� (CT) OPEN FOR DINNER Tuesday - Saturday �������� 4-9 p�m� (CT) 404 W. BROADWAY PRINCETON PHONE: 812-635-4303 www.broadwayhousebistro.com A L O C A L E A T E R Y Home-style menu. Upscale service. Children's Playground Plenty of Space for Family Picnics Hiking Trail with Illustrative Signs Indiana 64 CR 250 S CR 750 E Francisco Oakland City On Seedtick Road (CR 250 S and CR 750 E) 1.5 miles west of I-69 near Francisco 41 Fun acres of E n hancing Q uality of L ife T hrough Recreation Hopkins Family Park FORT BRANCH TOWNFEST Baden Springs Hotel during its first heyday during this 75 -min- ute tour. Costumed characters enhance the excitement and experience of reveling in the ho- tel's history. For more informa- tion, visit frenchlick.com. Wild West Hold-Up May 25 – May 27 French Lick Train Depot, Orange County 1 p.m. Climb aboard the French Lick Scenic Railway on a journey back to the old west. For more information, visit frenchlicksce- nicrailway.org. Franklin Street Bazaar May 25 Evansville, Vanderburgh County West Branch Library. Vendors, arts, musicians, food vendors, crafts and more. For more infor- mation, call 812-550 -0996. Ghost Walk May 26 Lincoln City, Spencer County Lincoln State Park at 7 p.m. Walk the same path Abraham Lincoln walked as a young man and visit with his neighbors. Meet at Lincoln Amphitheatre. State park entrance fee applies. Timeless Classics Car Show May 27 Petersburg, Pike County Hundreds of show cars cover Hornady Park for spectacular show. For more information, call 812-354-9552. Evansville Memorial Day 5K and Festival May 27 Evansville, Vanderburgh County Event recognizes Veterans and their service. Kids' Craft Day May 28 Fort Branch and Haubstadt, Gibson County Fort Branch and Haubstadt Pub- lic Libraries. For more informa- tion, visit fortbranchlibrary. com. Fort Branch Town Fest May 30 – June 1 Fort Branch, Gibson County The Fort Branch Community Pride organization sponsors the annual three-day festival, held at the Fort Branch Community Park. The event features a pa- rade, pageants, vendors, local food, rides, fireworks and a non- competitive bike ride. Water Circus May 30 – June 2 Princeton, Gibson County Cirque Italia opens a new show at the Gibson County Fair- grounds. State-of the-art water stage and fountains. Tickets $10. Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 1:30, 4:30 and 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 1:30 and 4:30 p.m. For more information, visit cirqueitalia.com or call 941- 704-8572. Summer Reading Program Kickoff Carnival June 1 Owensville, Gibson County Owensville Carnegie Public Library at 11 a.m. More than 30 programs, special guest pre- senters, great door prizes and programs for all ages. For more information, call 812-724-3335. Kids' Fishing Derby June 1 West Boggs Park, Daviess County Bring the kids to participate and enjoy family activities.

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