Backyard Adventures

BACKYARD ADVENTURES 2018 PIKE PUBLISHING 11A FORT BRANCH FEST Fort Branch is a community on the grow, and their community festival, Fort Branch Fest, reflects that mental- ity, as well as kicking off the area fes- tivals with their earlier dates, running May 31 through June 2. 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 an interactive mural by Los Angeles artist Wes Luttrell, fresh off the interactive mural project he led for national-brand Adidas. The festival will also feature live music with Jed Guillaume from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. May 31. On June 1, live music continues with area favorite Tailgate Revival, another example of local talent in success stories as the band has been gaining name recognition the last few years for their country rock. The final music performance will be Five Below, known for their southern and country rock show from 8 p.m. to midnight on June 2. The third annual Red Bank Bike Tour will also return this year. The non-com- petitive bike ride through Red Bank Trail and the Gibson County country- side starts at 7 a.m. June 2. Riders can choose from three different routes: 15.5 miles, 31 miles, or 50 miles. For more information, visit the Fort Branch Community Pride's Facebook page. 2018 EVENT CALENDAR 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! CONTINUED ON THE NEXT PAGE > Afternoon Tour and Tea May 16 West Baden Springs Hotel, Orange County Embark on a 70 -minute histori- cal tour of West Baden Springs Hotel. You'll be fascinated with the rich and entertaining leg- ends and stories that are a part of the history of this elegant turn-of-the-century hotel. Then refresh 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, see visitfrenchlickwestbaden.com. Battle of Sacramento May 18-20 Sacramento, McLean County, Ky. Experience the Reenactment of the Battle of Sacramento. This Civil War Battle was fought on December 28, 1861. The battle- field is the undisputed location of Nathan Bedford Forrest's first fight! 675 Main St., Sacra- mento, Ky. For more informa- tion, visit battleofsac.com or call 270 -792-5300. 6th Annual Bark in the Park Fundraiser May 19 Washington, Daviess County From 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the East- side Park, enjoy a 1 mile family dog walk and a festival fit for hu- mans and dogs alike. French Lick Family Classic Fun Run May 19 French Lick Resort, Orange County Get motoring into race season by joining the field for the an- nual French Lick Family Clas- sic. Take advantage of the ear- ly-bird pricing (through April 22) for a reduced rate and to be guaranteed a T-shirt. Other family-friendly activities include a bounce house, Pop-a-Shot, art station, crazy hair station and kids' tattoo parlor. For more in- formation, visit frenchlick.com. Twilight Tours May 19 West Baden Springs Hotel, Orange County 7 p.m. Rub shoulders with some of the rich, famous, and notori- ous guests who visited West Baden Springs during its hey- day in the 'teens and '20s. On select Saturdays, Twilight Tours explore what it was like to be a guest of the West Baden Springs Hotel during its grand era. For more information, see visit- frenchlickwestbaden.com. Pioneer Heritage Days May 19-20 Rockport, Spencer County Experience life in Lincoln's time with costumes interpreters, re- enactors, encampment, demon- strators, kids activities, "Quilts in the Cabins" exhibit, music and more at the Lincoln Pioneer Village. Spring Heritage Days and Rendezvous May 19 Rockport, Spencer County The Lincoln Pioneer Village comes to life with re-enactors, and demonstrators. For more in- formation, visit lincoln-pioneer- village.com or call 812-649 -9147. Old Jasper Day and Strawberry Festival May 20 Jasper, Dubois County Jasper Riverwalk. Enjoy straw- berries, historical walking tours, train rides, horse-drawn wagon rides, demonstrations and the Patoka 2000 Duck Race. For more information, visit jas- perin.org or call 812-482-6866. Sign up for Summer Reading Program May 21 Fort Branch and Haubstadt, Gibson County Sign up for the Fort Branch and Haubstadt Libraries Summer Reading Program, "Libraries Rock." Both Libraries are open until 5 p.m. this day. English Reunion Festival May 23-26 English, Crawford County Annual English Reunion Festi- val held in old Town English. No Admission charge. Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous May 26-27 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. Food Truck Alley May 26-27 French Lick Resort, Orange County Noon-10 p.m. Enjoy local food vendors at food truck alley at the Event Center Plaza at French Lick Springs Hotel. This event is open to the public and does not require tickets. For more infor- mation, visit frenchlick.com. William Tell Center Yard Sale May 26 Tell City, Perry County The William Tell Center has a space available for rent for a yard sale. For more information, call 812-619 -6086. Timeless Classics Car Show May 26 Petersburg, Pike County Hundreds of show cars cover Hornady Park for spectacular show. For more information, call 812-354-9552. Winslow Lions Memorial Day Parade May 28 Winslow, Pike County 2-2:30 p.m. Evansville Memorial Day 5K and Festival May 28 Evansville, Vanderburgh County Event recognizes Veterans and their service. Fort Branch Town Fest May 30-June 2 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 and rides. Guitar Decorating May 30 Fort Branch, Gibson County Decorate your own cardboard guitar at the Fort Branch Li- brary from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Limited to 24 participants. Take a Tromp Through the Swamp June 1 Fort Branch, Gibson County Tom Seiling will be playing multiple instruments and has a lineup of the world's most fun, upbeat and participatory kids' songs at 10 a.m. at the Fort Branch Library. Spring on Main June 1 Vincennes, Knox County Get spring fever during "Spring on Main", after-hours event and June's "First Friday Art Walk." Art Space Vincennes, the North- west Territory Art Guild and the Open Galleries will present ex- ceptional works of art available to purchase. For more informa- tion, visit vincennescvb.org. First Fridays June 1 Evansville, Vanderburgh County Haynie's Corner Art District – En- joy art, live music, street perform- ers – 6 to 9 p.m. For more informa- tion, see visitevansville.com. Jasper Chalk Walk Arts Festival June 2 Jasper, Dubois County Annual Chalk Walk Arts Fes- tival. Enjoy the day around the square in Jasper and see the sidewalks come to life with color, music, and laughter. This family-friendly community event is intended to inspire and stimulate the creativity and ar- tistic ability in everyone! Pike County Library Summer Reading Program Kickoff June 2 Petersburg, Pike County Zachary Watson with Trix Stix will be at the Petersburg branch at 11 a.m. for a show. The Sum- mer Reading Program is for all ages and is free. Register to be eligible to win prizes for reading all summer long. For more infor- mation, visit pikeco.lib.in.us. Kids' Fishing Derby June 2 Patoka Lake, Dubois/Orange Counties Kids ages 12 and under, bring fishing poles, bait and tackle for a fun morning at the Children's Fishing Pond. Gibson County Relay for Life June 2 Princeton, Gibson County Relay for Life of Gibson County runs from noon to midnight, at the Gibson County Fairgrounds. The fundraiser benefits Ameri- can Cancer Society. Library Book Sale June 2 Haubstadt, Gibson County 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Spencer County Bicentennial June 2 Rockport, Spencer County Parade, cruise in, food and more on Main Street. Midwest Dragon Boat Racing Festival June 2 Evansville, Vanderburgh County Deaconess Sports Park. Dragon Boat Racing is an ancient Chi- nese tradition involving teams racing in 40 -foot canoe-like boats. For more information, see visitevansville.com or call 800 -433-3025. Food Truck Festival June 3 Evansville, Vanderburgh County Bosse Field from 1-7 p.m. with a VIP hour from Noon-1 p.m. Indulge in the area's top food trucks and experience a range of culinary tastes from American comfort to seafood, barbecue, desserts and more. For more information, see visitevansville. com or call 812-435 -8458. MAY-JUNE 31-2 715 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 SPECIAL EVENTS USS Indianapolis SSN-697 Submarine Memorial Dedication Summer 2018, watch for date Annual Salute to Veterans of WWII September 1 & 2, 2018 All WWII veterans and families are spe- cial guests. Activities will include: battle reenactments, a WWII vehicle parade, special exhibits, guest speakers, perfor- mances, and artifact and food vendors. Museum Expansion Dedication and Opening Late 2018, watch for date Indiana Department of Tourism Des- tination Development grant will allow 23,000 sq. ft. of new indoor exhibits. Annual WWI Living History Weekend Early 2019, watch for date Newly restored artillery pieces, rare WWI U.S. Tank, French Hospital Truck, uni- forms, equipment, battle reenactment, re-creation of a WWI trench and more. Best Overall Collection OF U.S. MILITARY ARTIFACTS IN THE MIDWEST • Artillery • Weapons • Armor • 100-yard WWI Trench Re-Creation • Aircraft • Memorabilia • WWI Tank

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