May

500 Festival	Month of May 2009 Various locations throughout Indianapolis, IN www.500festival.com Over the past 50 years, the 500 Festival, a not-for-profit organization, has grown to become one of the nation’s largest festivals. The mission of the 500 Festival is to produce events and programs that celebrate the success of the Indianapolis 500 Mile Race and enhance the quality of life for the citizens of Indiana and their guests. Annually, the 500 Festival presents nearly 50 events and programs, touching over 500,000 lives. Produced largely by volunteers, these events and programs enhance the image of our city and state by showcasing our cultural, educational and social benefits to the world. Whether they are running the Mini, participating in our Education Program, enjoying the state’s largest kid’s festival or being dazzled by one of the nation’s premier parades, they are there, celebrating the legacy of the 500 Festival. Contact info: Toni Meyer; tmeyer@500festival.com; 317.614.6126
Lore of the Laughery	May 2 - 3, 2009 Friendship, Indiana 18^th Century historical reenactment featuring period music, battle reenactments, period livestock, children’s activities, period artisans and a special school day. Produced by the National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association Hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Sunday, Admission Contact info: Leslie Martin Dotson; nmlraevents@seidata.com; 800.745.1493; 765.563.6792
Gasthof Spring Festival	May 1 & 2, 2010 Montgomery, Indiana Come to the Gasthof Amish Village located in Montgomery, IN, Gateway to Southern Indiana Amish Country, and enjoy our Spring Festival. Our event features craft vendors of all kinds, flea markets, carriage rides, barrel train rides for the children, live Gospel music and much more. The Gasthof Restaurant serves a delicious homemade Amish Buffet and our Bakery sells fresh baked homemade pies, cakes, cookies, breads and many more Amish treats. Stay the weekend with us at our Village Inn, call 812.486.2600. HOURS: Sat., 10 - 5 p.m.; Sun., 11 - 3 p.m. CONTACT INFO: mail@gasthofamishvillage.com; Jocelyn at 812.486.4900
Riley Wrangler’s Arts & Crafts Fair and Cruise-In	May 1, 2010 Greenfield, Indiana Riley Wrangler’s annual arts and crafts fair. We are bigger and getter with over 100 booths in two buildings. Vendors sell art, crafts, food, home improvement, antiques, and many other items. There are free door prizes, live local entertainment from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm including free square dancing from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. A free will offering will be taken for the Hope House, a local homeless shelter. Come buy gifts for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Memorial Day, 4^th of July and other summer events or find unique gifts for other special occasions. Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; free admission, free parking, and handicap accessible. Contact info: Steve Rifner; srifner@cs.com; 765.763.6289
Spring Celebration Festival	May 1 & 2, 2010 Madison (Lanthier Winery) Indiana Learn the fine art of gardening. Get down and dirty when you take home free plants from the Great Divide. Enjoy free samples of Indiana award-winning hand-crafted wines. Gourmet garden lunches are available. Hours: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm; Free admission Contact Info: Tami Hagemier; info@lanthierwinery.com; 800.41-wines; 812-273.2409
6th annual Bridgeton Art and Wine Fair and Student Art Fair	May 9, 2009 Bridgeton, Indiana Fine art and crafts show and sale, student art show. Enjoy a wine tasting from Noon – 5:00 pm. Hours: Saturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm; Free admission For more info contact Blanche Case at 765-548-2136 e-mail or visit our website
Winamac Spring Festival	May 8, 2010 Winamac, Indiana Spend the day before Mother’s Day on the streets of downtown Winamac. Annual Pancake Breakfast, various vendors including: arts, crafts and food. Antique car show and bike ride tours – sponsored by Tippecanoe & Bicycles Too. Bike trails include 14-, 26- and 64-mile trails. Sponsored by the Winamac Kiwanis Club. Hours: 7 am - 5 pm. Contact info: Steve Morrison; smorr3@sugardog.com 574.946.3552
Madison in Bloom	May 8-9 & 15-16, 2010 Madison, Indiana www.jchshc.org Historic downtown district. Enjoy a private tour of gardens not otherwise open in one of the Ohio Valley’s loveliest and most historic small towns. Hours: Saturday 10am-4pm & Sunday Noon-4pm. Admission $8 in advance/$10 after April 24th. Children under 12 – free. Contact Jefferson County Historical Society Ph: 800-559-2956 or jchs@seidata.com
	May 13 - 29, 2010 Bloomington, Indiana A celebration of new plays by Indiana playwrights. Visit our website for complete details. Tickets and Fest Passes available at Buskirk Chumley Box Office and www.buskirkchumley.org Contact: Gabe Gloden, bppwrite@newplays.org ph: 812.334.1188 www.newplays.org
Med Flory Jazz and Blues Festival	May 15 & 16, 2009 Logansport, Indiana www.floryfest.org Come Celebrate A Legend! The Med Flory Jazz & Blues Festival celebrates the artistic contributions of Med Flory and America’s gift to the world, jazz music! Logansport native Med Flory is a Grammy winning jazz musician, composer, television and film actor, and screenwriter. FLORY HEADLINES BOTH NIGHTS! Twelve bands play over the two-day event and you’ll hear everything from swing, Chicago blues, bebop, New Orleans jazz, vocal jazz, big band, and blues ragtime. It’s the jazz age so wear 1920’s clothing! We’ll throw back to the days of flapper dresses and wide legged pants! (Modern clothing is fine, too!) The weekend starts with a New Orleans style parade marching through downtown and winding its way to the festival gates near 6 pm. On Saturday, two bands play songs arranged for them by Flory! Visit the website for ticket prices and lodging information. Contact info: info@casscountyarts.org 574.734-ARTS
Historic Newburgh Wine & Art Festival	May 16 & 17, 2009 Newburgh, Indiana www.historicnewburgh.org Grapes by the River Wine Tasting from Indiana wineries located at Old Lock and Dam Park. Activities include artists in the park, food and soft beverages, wine tasting, regional art exhibit and sale; music throughout the festival on the banks of the Ohio River. Admission cost to wine tasting area, must be 21 to enter this area. Hours: 11 a.m. -6 p.m. daily. CONTACT INFO: Nancy Lybarger; director@historicnewburgh.org; 812.853.2815
Zionsville Country Market	May 16, 2009 Zionsville, Indiana Zionsville Country Market is a juried arts, crafts, apparel and antique show. Always the Saturday after Mother’s Day held on our historical brick street under white tents. Hours: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm; Free admission Contract info: Ray Cortopassi, Zionsville Chamber of Commerce; info@zionsvillechamber.org; 317.873.3836
May Festival	May 15 & 16, 2010 Arcadia, Indiana Crafts, Flea Market, food, games & moonwalks for the kids. Entertainment on both days; Sunday car show. Hours: Saturday 8:00 am – 9:00 pm, Sunday 8:00 am – 6:00 pm, free admission Contract info: Tom Raquet; raquet42@gmail.com; (317) 606-8037
Fairbanks Park Arts & Music Festival (formerly Wabash Valley Festival)	May 27 - June 5, 2010 Terre Haute, Indiana The 26th annual Fairbanks Park Arts & Music Festival, May 21-30, brings 10 days of fun for the whole family to Fairbanks Park. Country music artist Sawyer Brown will play May 29 and there will be bands every night during the festival. You’ll want to check out the exciting mid-way rides and games, make a stop at the flea market and spend some time at the car cruise-in area. Hungry? We’ve got you covered with plenty of tasty foods to tempt the palate. Be sure to wander over to the artists and art area to view their unique creations, you might find the perfect gift or special creation. Fun, Food, Music and Arts, it’s all at the Fairbanks Park Arts & Music Festival, sponsored by the Terre Haute Parks and Recreation Department. For additional information contact Rita by email or at 812-232-2727.
Steam Corner Antique Power Show	May 28 - 31, 2010 Veedersburg, Indiana Visit our 29^th annual Antique Power Show and 39th annual Flea Market. Over 100 small antique engine displays, putt putts, homemade working displays, etc. Over 100 vendors, lots of good food, live entertainment, auction, and church services @ 8:00 am Sunday morning. Clean bathrooms and lots of free parking. Hours: 8:00 am – 6: oo pm daily, no admission. Contact info: Ruth Staggs; m123y99@hughes.net; 765.798.5710 or 765.918.2533
32nd annual Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous	May 23 & 24, 2009 Vincennes, Indiana (French Commons) The Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous is a Revolutionary Era event, depicting the Era of 1700-1815 with the Northwest Territorial Association. There are soldiers reenacting Revolutionary Battles and life as it was during this Era and merchants, traders, demonstrators, foods, entertainment, children’s games, etc. which were displayed, sold and used during that time period. The Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous is held every year on Memorial Day weekend. Free admission. For more info contact Junior Fischer, 1320 Upper 11th St., Vincennes, Indiana, 47591. Call 812-882-7079 or visit www.spiritofvincennes.org