Do you believe in magic? Brent Braun does, and might make you as well. You won't regret checking out this New Albany magic shop. Braun launched J&B Magic Shop inside the Greentree Mall in Clarksville back in 2002, intending only to stay open for the holiday season. A move across the street to the…
Read MoreOctober and cooler weather are almost here! That means pumpkin patches, haunted houses, trick-or-treating, and other Halloween events are right around the corner. Luckily, Bloomington has you covered for all events spooky and fun this year. These 7 Halloween events in Bloomington will be sure to…
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Did you know Indiana has the fourth most drive-in theatres in America? A trip to the drive-in is more than just a movie. It’s a chance to make memories. These 20 Drive-In Theatres in Indiana are all fantastic spots to watch a movie under the stars. This list was part of The 20 IN 20. Even though…
Read MoreMake your way to Nappanee, Indiana to visit Amish Acres, a historic Amish farm that serves up a relaxing day of shopping, theater, Amish traditions and plenty of culinary delights. There's no way you'll leave hungry from a visit to Amish Acres so bring your A-game for eating and a sense of…
Read MoreA 2010 episode of Parks and Recreation is responsible for the term, Galentine’s Day. Leslie Knope created a special day for “ladies to celebrate ladies.” Since 2010 Galentine’s Day has been dubbed an unofficial day to celebrate female friendships. Traditionally, Leslie Knope would celebrate the day…
Read MoreBack when I attended Taylor University in Upland, I joined a group of students who enjoyed theater and traveled to downtown Indianapolis to view shows from the Indiana Repertory Theatre (IRT). I don't know where we found the money or time, but I developed a respect for theater then that carried…
Read MoreIf you had asked me whether my kids would have loved A Beef & Boards Christmas, I would have had to think about it for a minute. My kids are older — teenagers, or nearly so — and they have their own lists of things they like. A Christmas concert was not what I would have put on that list. It turns…
Read MoreAfter a recent trip to downtown Indianapolis with my 12-year-old daughter, and a chance to see "The Lyons" with her at the Phoenix Theatre, she asked me about the different theatres around Indianapolis. And she pronounced it with the British "re" at the end. (Not really.) But I'm going to use the…
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