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Happy Fourth of JulyWhat does Independance Day mean to
you? Just another day off work when thedate falls during the middle of the week?
Your main vacation week? Traveling orstaying home to complete that long-awaitedhome project? Whatever the plans, be thank-ful we have the “Freedom” to check out theabundant patriotic events featured in thisissue of The Weekender. We have the“Freedom” to choose whatever we wish attend.Fairs and festivals are definately abundant thistime of year and this summer is no exception.We’ve even discovered some new events to add to ouragenda. So whatever you choose, remember to thank Godfor our Freedom.
10 Interesting Facts About Independence Day* The first Independence Day celebration took place in
Philadelphia on July 8, 1776. This was also the day that theDeclaration of Independence was first read in public afterpeople were summoned by the ringing of the Liberty Bell.
* The Declaration of Independence was first presented toCongress on June 28, 1776, after more than a year of tryingto appeal the practice of taxation by England without repre-sentation in the English Parliament.
* 50 flags are flown 24 hours a day at the WashingtonMonument.
* Originally, the stars on the flag were arranged in a circleto denote the equality of all the colonies.
* Thomas Jefferson died on the 50th anniversary of theDeclaration of Independence. So did John Adams who alsosigned the Declaration.
* Only John Hancock actually signed the Declaration ofIndependence on July 4, 1776. All the others signed later.
* The White House held its first 4th of July party in 1801.* Barbecue is big on Independence Day, with more than 74
million Americans planning one. We eat around 150 millionhot dogs and buy around 700 million pounds of chicken.
* July 4th became a national holiday in 1941.* President Calvin Coolidge was born on July 4, 1872.
I would like to wish you a happy and safe IndependenceDay!
Kathy Barnett / Managing Editor
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Features of the Month:Fireworks - All Summer Long Page 14
Delaware County Fair Schedule Page 16
What’s Inside...
Places to Go:Historic Old Fort Page 21
Madison Page 13
Historic Old Fort Page 20
Tour the Vineyards Page 32
Things to Do:Catch the Bluegrass Fever Page 08
Celebrate Swiss Heritage Page 12
Calendar of Events Page 18
Paintball Page 22
People to See:At the Indiana State Fair Page 07
Singing Sanders Family Page 10
Gary Lee Jeffries Main Street Tour -
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Check-out this year's line-up for theMarsh Free Stage. All of these shows areFREE with paid admission to the fair. Buyyour tickets NOW to see these these shows!
Fri. 8/2 7:30 p.m. KARMINSat. 8/3 Noon & 2 p.m. CoCo Jones
7:30 p.m. Matt NathansonSun. 8/4 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Hispanic Music Day Mon. 8/5 7 p.m. Vertical Horizon
Blind Melon followsTues. 8/6 11 a.m. & 1 pm. Home Free A cappella
7 p.m. Happy Together Tour featuringThe Turtles featuring Flo & Eddie, Chuck Negronformerly of Three Dog Night, Gary Puckett, MarkLindsay formerly of Paul Revere & The RaidersandGary Lewis & The Playboys
Wed. 8/7 7:30 p.m. Parmalee & Rachel Farley, presented by HANK FM
Thurs. 8/8 7:30 Kevin Costner & Modern WestFri. 8/9 Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra 11 & 1
7:30 p.m. Theory of a DeadmanSat. 8/10 3 p.m. Country Music ShowdownSun.8/11 Matthew West, For King and Country,
Jason Castro, Love and the Outcome and BriannaCaprice
Mon. 8/12 7 p.m. StyxTues. 8/13 7:30 p.m. Joe NicholsWed. 8/14 Sail Rock 2013 Tour featuring
Christpher Cross, Orelans, Gary Wright, Fireball,John Ford Coley, Robbie Dupree and Player
Thurs. 8/15 7:30 p.m. Montgomery GentryFri. 8/16 8 p.m. Rev. Peyton's Big Damn Band Jennie DevoeSat. 8/17 7 p.m. Blood Sweat & TearsSun. 8/18 Pepsi Gospel Music Day, featuring
Joshua Rogers (BET Sunday Best Season 5 Winner)
People to See at the
Marsh FREE Stage
KARMIN
JOE NICHOLS
StyX
Kevin Costner & Modern West
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E njoy summer with family and friendswhile listening to multiple bluegrassperformers on the hillside lawns ofBoxley Cabin.
Located in Sheridan Veterans Park, be sure toreserve July 12 and 13 to hear the outdoor bluegrasstalents with wall-to-wall banjos tickled by the fiddlesand the sounds of pioneer America. Bring your lawnchairs or blankets and relax. Food will be availablefor sale.
The 2013 Performers Line-Up will feature: JeremyMorris & the Harvest Road Band, Cumberland Gap,Circle City Bluegrass Band, Blue Mafia, The LittleRoy & LIzzie Show, Karl Shiflett & Big CountryShow. On Saturday, workshops & music clinics willbe offered free with admis-sion. An open stage will fea-ture amateur performances
Sheridan BlueGrass Fever,set in mid-July each year,naturally brings togetherthe spirit of the bluegrassfamily--echoing sounds ofAmericana across the mead-
ow with thepower of thebanjo, the taunt-ing fiddle, thatsilver-stringed lilt of mandolins and enchanting gui-tars. Bluegrass fits Sheridan, a birthright of sorts.And hosting bands and people travelling in to enjoythe sounds of the day speaks to the family audienceassembling for pure joy.
Near and far, it is a pleasure for the sponsors toserve a multi-state region with the finest sounds ofmusic and a heart full of hospitality. There is roomfor kids to run, play and dance, some tall shade trees,open space for lawn chairs and cool drinks to lightenthe day.
Admission is $10 Friday, $15 on Saturday or $20 forboth days. Children, 12 and under,will be admitted free with adults.Also come for a visit every thirdSunday for a Sheridan BluegrassJam. For more information, visitonline at www.8greattowns.comor call the Sheridan HistoricalSociety at 317-758-5054.
Things to Do: Catchthe Fever
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Things to Do:Celebrate Swiss Heritageat Swiss Days in Berne
July 25-28
Elected into the International Polka Music Hall ofFame, the ensemble has 92 musical releases. Theband, founded in 1957, still has three o original mem-bers: Hank on accordion, wife Maryanne on vocals,and Bob Gref on saxophone and clarinet. The HankHaller Ensemble also features Jerry Krocek on trum-pet, guitar, and keyboard, Frank Sluzala and LouVucovinsky on drums, and Bill Kopco on bass andtuba. Offering authentic musical presentations, theensemble plays polkas and waltzes from Germany,Austria, Slovenia, the Czech Republic, Croatia, andAmerica.
Hank Hailer Ensemble
The Swiss Day Celebration is a time forBerne to share it’s heritage with authenticSwiss costume, great food, craft vendorsand merchandise. Residents and visitorsalike enjoy the friendly competitions forall ages. From the 5K race to Big WheelCompetition for the younger ones to theSteintoss, there is something for everyone.
On stage and around the festival youcan hear Swiss music. Watch as couplesdance the polka to live music on stage.The sounds of alpine music will streamfrom the downtown stage where tablesand chairs are shaded under a big top.
From amusement rides to local businesstours to fireworks and more, the SwissDays Festival has activities for people ofall ages.
Berne's historic downtown is overtakenwith sights of artists and craftsmen sellingtheir wares and smells of fresh food beingprepared. Amusement rides give way tochildren laughing and squealing withdelight.
Homemade ice cream, apple dumplings,BBQ chicken and so much more areoffered. Activities include Berne's GodTalent Competition, Stein Toss, Big WheelRace for young riders, Pedal Tractor Pull,Old Fashion Hymn Sing, and hours ofstrolling and enjoying! Downtown Stageperformers include: Hank HallerEnsemble, Ken & Mary Turbo Accordions,The Original Alpine Express, and Conley-Schmidt.
Festival schedules can be found atwww.bernein.com/Swissdays
New this year is Tower JAM-Fest at MuensterbergPlaza Saturday night. Three local bands will perform afree concert: Rocky Evans, Nothing Wrong with Daisy& Sweetspot. Concert begins at 7:30 p.m.
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Places to Go: Madison
A Small Town GetawayGet acquainted with Madison,Indiana, one of the
Midwest’s favorite historic rivertown destinations.When you arrive in Madison, the first thing you’ll
notice is the amazing architecture in our NationalHistoric Landmark District. Next you will see all theshops and restaurants in those buildings, so youmight as well get started on Madison’s Main Streetwith a stop at Cocoa Safari Chocolates . Deb usesthe finest chocolate to handcraft her confections.Better get some for yourselves and a little some-thing to take back home.
While you are cruising & shopping Main Street,you’ll notice some great stores and galleries withMadison-made products and art. Stop at TheArtisan Gallery at Madison Tableworks to see cus-tom crafted tables, you can even design your own,and fine art.
Because Madison is known for its historic sites,you’ll want to tour at least one of them. We have 9!Lanier Mansion State Historic Site is open for toursyear round. This 1844 Greek Revival Home is con-sidered the Crown Jewel of Madison’s historic dis-trict.
Just up the street, stop at The Attic Coffee MillCafé for lunch and a piece of their famous DutchApple Pie on your way to Clifty Falls State Park .You can take a hike, easy to rugged choices, at Cliftyor just admire the views. There are 7 waterfalls andplenty of scenic vistas for photo taking.
Or…you might want to rent a bike at Fizz’s BikeShop and head to Madison’s riverfront. It’s an easyride and we’d suggest a picnic or some wine &cheese from Thomas Family Winery .
In the evening, choose one of our fine diningrestaurants – Bistro One or Crystal & Jewels orsomething more casual like the Downtowner or RedPepper. A stay at one of our B&Bs, Guest Houses orhotels will have you ready to explore more.
Nearby Lodging* Hillside Inn* Best Way Inn* Clifty Inn at Clifty Falls State Park* Clifty Falls State Park* Hardy Lake* Schenck Mansion Bed & Breakfast Inn
Madison Main Street812.493.4984 | madisonmainstreet.com
Cocoa Safari Chocolates812.273.8800 | cocoasafarichocolates.com
Madison Tableworks812.273.5050 | madisontableworks.com
Lanier Mansion State Historic Site812.265.3526 | indianamuseum.org
Clifty Falls State Park812.273.8885 | stateparks.IN.gov
Thomas Family Winery812.273.3755 | thomasfamilywinery.us/
Madison amazes with both naturalbeauty (count 7 falls in Clifty FallsState Park!) and architecture that�searned downtown a designation as aNational Historic Landmark District.Tour the historic sites, browse the manyshops, or picnic on the riverfront.
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