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MAR 14

Wine, Dine & Unwind on a Girlfriend Getaway Just South of Indy

By Ken Kosky
I just got back from a lovely getaway weekend that included a wonderful stay at a Bed & Breakfast, a fun wine-tasting experience and dining at places I’d never been. If you’re looking for a girlfriend getaway (or a romantic... Read more
NOV 1

10 Ways to Enjoy the Holiday Season Just South of Indy

By Ken Kosky
It wouldn’t be the holiday season for my family if we didn’t take in a holiday concert or show together, shop for unique gifts at a craft fair and enjoy some holiday light viewing. If you’re looking to make memories... Read more
AUG 14

You Have to Experience All of the Fall Fun Johnson County Has to Offer

By Ken Kosky
Autumn is just around the corner in Festival Country Indiana! Awesome leaf peeping opportunities will soon be here, and the Fall Fun Johnson County has to offer includes corn mazes, pumpkin patches, fall festivals and more. Festival Country, located just south... Read more
JUN 27

From Goat Yoga to Sushi Making: Unique Experiences South of Indy

By Ken Kosky
I was lucky enough to enjoy two experiences in Indiana that are hard to find anywhere else – goat yoga and a sushi making class taught by a sushi expert. Both are available each weekend in the communities of Festival Country... Read more
APR 23

9 Old Favorites & New Offerings This Festival Season South of Indy

By Ken Kosky
There’s nothing better than getting away and enjoying an authentic festival that celebrates great music as well as local food, drinks and goods. One of the best places for festivals and events is Festival Country Indiana, located just south of Indianapolis.... Read more
FEB 27

Find the Ultimate Guys Weekend Just South of Indy

By Ken Kosky
Sometimes you just want a weekend with the guys. Whether it is thrill-seeking, a day on the links or enjoying craft beer, you can find the perfect guys weekend just south of Indy in Festival Country Indiana. It is home... Read more
JAN 8

4 Spots for Music, Food & Drinks Just South of Indy This Winter

By Ken Kosky
Want to know what I miss most about the warm weather? It’s the live music throughout Festival Country Indiana, which is just south of Indy. There are the evening concerts in Greenwood, the weekend concerts at Mallow Run Winery in Bargersville,... Read more
NOV 21

People Come From Far and Wide to Learn Woodworking South of Indy

By Ken Kosky
I love sharing ideas for fun things to do just south of Indy. And I recently had the opportunity to do something fun and educational – sitting in on a woodworking class at the world-renowned Marc Adams School of Woodworking, located... Read more
NOV 7

Make Memories at These 10 Holiday Experiences Just South of Indy

By Ken Kosky
My family has a lot of holiday traditions, like enjoying at least one holiday concert or show together. If you’re looking to make some memories and enjoy some holiday fun, here are the Top 10 Holiday Experiences Just South of... Read more
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