Backyard Adventures

12 Pike Publishing BACKYARD ADVENTURES 2015 June 2015 CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 715 S. 6th St, VincenneS (812) 882-1941 • www.IndianaMilitaryMuseum.com Group tourS welcome! Call 1-800-886-6443 April 1-October 31 .......10am-4pm November 1-March 31..11am-4pm OPEN daily I N D I A N A Military MuseuM best overall collection of U.S. military artifacts in the Midwest. Artillery weAponS Armor AircrAft memorAbiliA special events Civil War Enactment Weekend June, 2015 (Date to be Set) Annual Salute to Veterans of WWII September 5 & 6, 2015 All WWII veterans and families are special guests. Activities will include: battle reenactments, a WWII vehicle parade, special exhibits, guest speakers, performances, and artifact and food vendors. WWI Centennial Weekend March, 2016 (Date to be Set) Newly restored artillery pieces, French Hospital Truck, uniforms, equipment, battle reenactment, re-creation of a WWI trench and more. "By preserving history, we hope to shape the future. " wild beauty EXPLORE e Refuge protects some of the most diverse wildlife habitat in the Midwest, a place where almost 400 species of wildlife can be found and with over 8,000 acres for wildlife viewing, photography, birding, hunting, fishing, boating and hiking, you are sure to find an adventure! *the "friends group" is a volunteer non-profit organization that supports the establishment and management of the Refuge. e Friends of Patoka River National Wildlife Refuge* encourage you to explore your local refuge, located near Oakland City. For additional information, find us on the web at www.patokarefugefriends.org and Facebook.com/patokarefugefriends for a listing of events, information, and how to become a supporter. Garvin Park. The wide-open course, closed to traffic, features several turns that are ideal for racing and spectating. FIREWORKS RALLy June 6 Newburgh, Warrick County Party to kick-off Newburgh Celebrates Inde- pendence. Downtown Newburgh. WASHINGTON CATHOLIC SUMMER SOCIAL June 7 Washington, Daviess County Annual summer event. WEST BOGGS –SPARK IN THE PARK June 7 Washington, Daviess County Family friendly event. CHURCH IN THE PARK June 7 Jasper, Dubois County Church in the Park, 5K Walk, Kids' Tractor Pull, sponsored by CrossPoint Fellowship Church. At the Riverwalk. CHILDREN'S ART CAMP AND UMBRELLA WORKSHOP June 11 Henderson, Henderson County, Ky. JFK Community Center, Henderson, Ky. 1-3pm. Grades K –5th Art Camp and Umbrel- la Workshop. Arts and Crafts event for kids. ST. HENRy HEINDRICHSDORF FEST June 12–June 13 St. Henry, Dubois County Enjoy two days of fun festival activities in- cluding games, live entertainment, great food, and much more at the St. Henry Hein- richsdorf Fest. PAINT THE TOWN RED FESTIVAL June 12–June 13 Vincennes, Knox County In honor of Vincennes' favorite son, the 9th Annual Red Skelton Festival will be held June 12-13. FLINTKNAPPING AND PRIMITIVE ART FEST June 13 Leavenworth, Crawford County Learn the art of making stone tools just like native people did thousands of years ago. Rocks, minerals, and Native American crafts also on display June 13, in Old Town of Leav- enworth along the Ohio River. See more at: http://bit.ly/1zPC1sD. GASTHOF SPRING FESTIVAL June 13 Montgomery, Daviess County Gasthof Amish Village. Variety of vendors, gospel music, carriage rides. W.C. HANDy BLUES AND BARBECUE FESTIVAL June 13–20 Henderson, Henderson County, Ky. Celebrate the life and music of former Hen- derson resident W.C. Handy at this free mu- sic festival which showcases some of the na- tion's best blues artists. WILLIAM BRANAMAN STREET STRUT PARADE June 13 Henderson, Henderson County, Ky. Central Park, Henderson, Ky. This parade is the kick-off event for the W.C. Handy Blues and Barbecue Festival. Enjoy live Dixieland music and Mardi Gras costumes. Winners awarded in each category and one partici- pant named the year's Grande Ooh-Pee-Doo. TASTE OF HENDERSON BARBECUE COOK-OFF June 13 Henderson, Henderson County, Ky. Central Park, Henderson, Ky. Kick off the Handy Blues and Barbecue Festival with this day of live music and delicious barbecue vendors. GOLDEN RAINTREE ANTIqUE SHOW June 13–June 14 New Harmony, Posey County Sponsored by New Harmony Business As- sociation, 13th Annual Golden Raintree An- tique Show and Sale features more than 50 dealers. JAMMIN' ON THE WABASH June 13 New Harmony, Posey County Harmonie State Park. Bluegrass music at campground amphitheater. HISTORIC NEWBURGH FARMERS MARKET June 13–September 26 Newburgh, Warrick County Markets take place each Saturday morning through September. Edgewater Grille park- ing lot on Water Street. FERDINAND 175 CELEBRATION June 14–June 21 Ferdinand, Dubois County In the spirit of the Town's German heritage, the community celebrates 175 years. Events are being held all weekend and in conjunc- tion with the town's Heimatfest. FRESH AIR FLICK June 17 Vincennes, Knox County Downtown Vincennes. Bring lawn chair for a family movie on Patrick Henry Drive. BOSSE FIELD – 100TH ANNIVERSARy June 17 Evansville, Vanderburgh County Celebrate the stadium's 100th birthday with a special game. It is the 3rd oldest ballpark in United States. FERDINAND HEIMATFEST June 18–26 Ferdinand, Dubois County In the spirit of the Town's German heritage, the annual Ferdinand Heimatfest brings residents and visitors alike to the 18th Street Park every summer to celebrate with a wide variety of food, entertainment, and games. HAUBSTADT SOMMERFEST June 18–20 Haubstadt, Gibson County Haubstadt comes alive during its annual festi- val on the grounds of the old Haubstadt High School. Live music, local food, pageants, talent contest and a parade are some of the highlights. www.haubstadtsommerfest.com VINTAGE SAILPLANE REGATTA June 18–26 Lawrenceville, Lawrence County, Ill. Mid-American Air Center. Vintage/Classic Glider Meet with static and flying displays. DAVIESS COUNTy FAIR June 19–27 Elnora, Daviess County Annual county fair at the Daviess County Fairgrounds in Elnora. FRESH AIR FLICK June 19 Vincennes, Knox County Downtown Vincennes. Bring lawn chair for a family movie under the stars on Patrick Henry Drive. WINSLOW OUTDOOR FLEA MARKET June 20 Winslow Riverside Park, Pike County For more information, call 812-789 -2915 or 812-789-5405. DOG DAyZ OF SUMMER (PATOKA LAKE) June 20 Patoka Lake, Dubois/Orange Counties Bring your best four-legged friends out for dog training with a professional trainer, treat making, glamfur shots, hike with your hound, talent shows and more!

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