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APPROXIMATE DISTANCE FROM NOBLE COUNTY
TO THE FOLLOWING CITIES:
Bloomington, Indiana
Chicago, Illinois
Cincinnati, Ohio
Columbus, Ohio
Detroit, Michigan
Evansville, Indiana
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Grand Rapids, Michigan
NOBLE
200 miles
160 miles
214 miles
215 miles
193 miles
335 miles
30 miles
129 miles
Indianapolis, Indiana
Lafayette, Indiana
Lansing, Michigan
Louisville, Kentucky
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
South Bend, Indiana
Toledo, Ohio
150 miles
125 miles
128 miles
260 miles
255 miles
76 miles
131 miles
V I S I T
LAKES • WATERWAYS • OUTDOOR RECREATION
COUNTY
2012-2013
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JOHN BRY
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, NOBLE COUNTY
CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU
Noble Roads........................2
Farm to Fork ........................4
Places to Stay......................6
Green Triangle ....................8
Great Indiana Golf ..........12
The Tombstone Trail..........13
Festivals & Events ..............18
Crown Jewel of
Noble County ..................28
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LAVENDER LANE, THE MCCREERY’S; PHOTO BY NADINE KLINE
INSET PHOTO BY CATHY SCHOON, RED CHAIR PHOTOGRAPHY
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ROAD TRIP
Noble Roads
3,5,6,9,33: Those
aren’t lottery
numbers. These are
the historic
roadways of Noble
County. They have
different names too:
The Lincoln
Highway (U.S. 33)
meanders western
Noble County as Indiana’s
newest Scenic Byway. Along
it is the historic Jewish
Community of Ligonier with
its beautiful historic architec-
ture, 30 plus professionally painted murals, and
melting pot of culture.
The former synagogue
there is one of only 38
such structures listed on
the National Register of
Historic Places.
Ligonier is also home to
ANNIE OAKLEY
PERFUMERY, the nation’s only
perfumery in the United
States, and to Fashion Farm
that hosts the state’s largest
celebration of pumpkins all
The Great American
Road Trip Returns
May 5-6
Noble County
Welcomes
You to Explore
Shake the cobwebs
from your mind, and
winter's long chill from
your bones. Explore Noble
County as a budget
friendly stay-cation
alternative. From town
wide yard and garage sales
to historic sites and hiking
trails, it’s time to traverse
the county with spring in
the air.
Treat yourself to award
winning bed and
breakfasts, comfy hotels,
cool things to see and do,
home cooking, scenic back
roads and quaint
downtowns. This is a time
to renew old friendships,
and reconnect to your
roots.
Grab your friends. Grab
your family. It's time for a
spring break that you can
afford.
For more information
on what there is to see and
do during the Great
American Road Trip
Scenic Drive Weekend
keep watching
www.visitnoblecounty.com
or "like" us at Noble
County CVB on Facebook.
October long with Pumpkin
Fantasyland.
Just down the road from
Ligonier explore the way life
used to be at the historic
Stone’s Trace Tavern Museum
dating from 1839. Near here
you can also explore the only
surviving brick section of the
Lincoln Highway in Indiana.
THE CHARMING KIMMELL
HOUSE INN: Welcomes hungry
Lincoln Highway explorers
and specializes in unique and
homemade food offerings to
cure your appetite before
moving on to Wolf Lake.
Here you can explore the
historic Luckey Hospital
Museum and get a fascinating
look at medical care from the
1920s. If you want to get in
touch with nature then just
turn west from the Luckey
Hospital on State Road 109 to
hike at the Merry Lea
Environmental Learning
Center operated by Goshen
College.
U.S. Route 6 links Noble
County from east to west and
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ROAD TRIP
continental highway in the nation. Along the
way in Noble County this historic road passes
by the quaint streets of Kendallville dotted
with historic homes and touches historic Main
Street that is the scene of classic car shows, art
festivals, and the legendary Apple Festival. On
the edge of town wander one of the nation’s
only historic windmill museums and spend
reflective time on the shores of Bixler Lake.
From Kendallville Lima Road (Route 3)
connects many of our family owned Farm to
Fork locations such as Orchard Hill, Maple
Acres, Country Heritage Vineyard, and Cook’s
Bison Ranch. End your journey on the Lima
Road by stopping for a bite at northern
Indiana’s oldest restaurant the St. James in
Avilla, or at the Magpie’s Pizza where they
grow their own tomatoes for their sauce. Be
sure to ask owner Larry about his great
grandfather who survived the Titanic.
Noble County is blessed with over 100
natural lakes, and Route 9 links our two crown
jewels of waterways: Sylvan Lake and Chain
O Lakes State Park. Sylvan Lake is one of
Indiana’s largest manmade lakes that was
carved out of the wilderness to feed the
proposed canal system for the area in the
1830s. Today Sylvan Lake is home to the
breath taking setting of the home and gardens
of famed author and naturalist Gene StrattonPorter. This state historic site contains the
author’s unique home dating from 1914,
gardens, gift shop, and final resting place of
Mrs. Porter and her daughter. Lavender Lane
lavender farm and Caroline’s Quilt Shop offer
unique shopping experiences. More Farm to
Fork locations such as Mirror Lake, DeCamp’s
Gardens, and Fox Trail Farms will greet you as
you make your way south to Albion. Chain
O’Lakes State Park welcomes over 260,000
visitors a year to its fantastic lakes, trails,
cabins and campgrounds. While in Albion visit
Black Pine Animal Sanctuary that provides a
home and care for rare and exotic animals for
the rest of their lives. And if you have your
own horse, then York Hills is the place for you.
This exceptional facility provides a variety of
trails and amenities for the experienced rider.
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game pieces, roll oversized dice, and take
instruction from an incredible look alike of
Uncle Moneybags himself. And, “yes” there is
even a jail, but in “Albion-opoly’s” case it is
the Noble County Historical Society Museum
located in the historic old jail just to the west
of the courthouse square.
Roll the Dice
INDIANA’S LARGEST MONOPOLY GAME:
The historic courthouse of Noble County
sees thousands of visitors every year
conducting business in its halls, but for one
day a year the courthouse square is
transformed to Indiana’s largest game board. It
is a sight to behold as teams from across
northeast Indiana make their own life size
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FARM TO FORK
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Indiana’s First Countywide
Farm to Fork Experience
Curious about where that food comes
from that we all enjoy eating so much? The
Noble County Visitors Bureau has teamed
with our great agricultural
producers to take you on
a journey to tell the story of
food. You will learn how
it is made, and even
get a taste if you would
like of food products that are
raised right here in Noble County.
Pick your own strawberries and blueberries near Wawaka. Enjoy a farmer's market in
one of our communities, or explore how the
third generation of the Owens Family near
Avilla continues to be one of Indiana's
largest maple syrup producers.
Bison is still the main attraction
at Cook's Bison Ranch in
Wolcottville, and Dawn
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FARM TO FORK
McCreery of Lavender Lane in Rome City
is growing lavender to soothe your palette.
Stop by Orchard Hill Farms just outside
Kendallville for fresh picked apples, or
shop their market store for locally produced
honey, apple butter and more. With over
10,000 apple trees, this family-owned and
operated farm is the single biggest apple
producer in Noble County.
The DeCamps still raise produce the old
fashioned way at their garden outside
Albion, and Fashion Farm in Ligonier
transforms into Pumpkin Fantasyland every
October. This family operation is home to
Pumpkin Charley, and one visit during this
magical time of year will tell you why.
The new Country Heritage Winery and
Vineyard in LaOtto adds to northern
Indiana's growing list of wine makers and
producers, and our rich diversity that is
Noble County farms.
Group tours are now available to educate
visitors on the products and processes of the
producers. Get a behind the scenes experience of the preparation and production of
locally grown food and products. Prearranged groups can opt for a special treat
with a homecooked Farm Feast made from
Noble County products at a unique location.
Farm to Fork season is now open.
Contact the Noble County Visitors Bureau
for more information at 1-877-202-5761, or
visit us online at www.visitnoblecounty.com
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GREEN TRIANGLE
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Noble County has to be one of the
"greenest" places in the Hoosier state. We are
teeming with natural and recreational resources
in the age of physical fitness and ecoawareness. Along with our scores of natural
lakes, rivers, and nature preserves, we are home
to one of a kind unique locations to visit,
explore, and learn about the world around us.
From Indiana's only Chimpanzee at Black Pine
Animal Sanctuary to hundreds of acres of
nature preserves. Merry Lea Environmental
Learning Center, championship golf courses,
and the peace and quiet that is Chain O' Lakes
State Park await you.
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be home of Indiana's Green Triangle. Whether
it's casting your line for excellent fishing,
paddling a canoe on our tranquil waters, or
getting your hands a little dirty you will
reconnect to nature and yourself in Noble
County. For more information on itineraries
and suggestions of things to do, and what to see
in the Triangle contact the Noble County
Visitors Bureau at 1-877-202-5761 or online at
www.visitnoblecounty.com
BLACK PINE ANIMAL SANCTUARY in Albion
currently houses more than 85 exotic
displaced/abused "pets" and retired circus
performers. Visitors will see Bengal tigers,
leopards, the only chimpanzee in Indiana, birds,
reptiles, and more representing over 50 species.
Many of the animal residents that have found
refuge at Black Pine are endangered. The
opportunity for people to learn how animals
like these may be easily obtained, often
illegally, is alone an educational experience that
pulls at the heart strings and raises awareness
for needed change.
GENE STRATTON-PORTER STATE HISTORIC
SITE AND GARDEN consists of over 125 acres of
woods, wildflowers, formal gardens, and the
stunning 1914 home of the famed author and
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motion picture producer along the shore of
Sylvan Lake. Gene was also one of the world's
first nature photographers and her literature
inspired millions. This landmark property is
also the final resting place for Gene per her
wishes.
MERRY LEA ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING
CENTER is an impressive 1,189 acre nature
preserve located just south of Wolf Lake in
southwestern Noble County. The site offers
hiking trails that are open to the public and free
of charge from dawn to dusk. Merry Lea offers
a variety of ecosystems to explore with special
emphasis on educational programs such as
"Nature Fest" that celebrates the plants and
animals of northern Indiana.
www.goshen.edu/merrylea
(260) 799-5869
ACRES LAND TRUST has been preserving
natural areas in northeast Indiana for over 50
years including over 800 acres in Noble
County. The largest and first land trust properties acquired by the non profit organization are
located here. These areas are open daily from
dawn to dusk and have maintained parking
areas to allow access for hiking on trail systems
and bird watching. Choose from five different
nature preserves throughout Noble County to
get your green fix.
www.acreslandtrust.org
(260) 637-2273
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CHAIN O’ LAKES STATE PARK is often called
the crown jewel of the Green Triangle and
Noble County. This 2,700 acre park includes a
total of 11 lakes within the park's boundaries.
With on site boat and canoe rental, would be
mariners can paddle their way to connecting
lakes. Excellent fishing, and 10 miles of hiking
trails may also be explored. The 1915 schoolhouse nature center offers seasonal interpretative programs as well. Camping ranges from
primitive to RV sites. Outstanding tree sheltered
family cabins are also available over looking
the lakes.
www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/2987
(260) 636-2654
YORK HILLS HORSE PARK If you have a horse
you are in luck. Just outside Albion is the
newly established York Hills for riding enthusiasts. The park covers over 25 miles of trails
covering 650 acres of rolling hills, fields, and
woods. Camping and wash racks are available.
260-564-0305 www.yorkhillshorsepark.com
THE NOBLE COUNTY SADDLE CLUB on S.R. 8
in Albion holds special events throughout the
year. The club is home to equestrian events,
both club oriented and open to the public.
260-636-2748
Our Lakes
Noble County is awash with over 100 natural
lakes. Many of these are accessible to the
public, and can be enjoyed for fishing, boating,
canoeing, and swimming. Bixler Lake Park
and Campground on Kendallville's east side
offers fishing piers, supervised beach,
playgrounds, nature trails, birdwatching, and
much more.º
Canoeing and Kayaking
Roll down the ELKHART RIVER in a canoe or
kayak, take a boat ride at Chain O' Lakes State,
or the historic waters of SYLVAN LAKE at Rome
City. Both the north and south branches of the
Elkhart River afford the canoe and kayak
enthusiast a relatively leisurely paddle through
flat, low ground of glacial outwash sediments.
The flow of the South Branch is perennial,
although slow, and the channel will vary in
depth. Some portage may be required. For
more information on the Canoe/Kayak Trails
through Noble County go to
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CHAIN O' LAKES STATE PARK offers paddlers
the unique opportunity to explore numerous
lakes connected by a series of waterways. Pick
up a map at the Park or download it before
heading out at
in.gov/dnr/parklake/maps/chain_trail.pdf
Other Places to Explore
Inside the Green Triangle
DETERING NATURE PRESERVE Kendallville
This one mile track leads around Round Lake
where you will discover wetlands, dogwoods,
and wild iris. Deer are a common sight. Well
marked trail system and old farm lanes.
Entrance is located on the north side of U.S.
Route 6 on the corner of Kammerer Road (CR
700N)
LONIDAW NATURE PRESERVE Kendallville
This 25 acre preserve is also located near
Kendallville. Located on U.S. 6, turn north on
Allen Chapel Road (C.R. 1000E).
EDNA W. SPURGEON WOODLAND RESERVE,
Kendallville Take U.S. 6 east of Ligonier and
turn north on CR 600W. The preserve is located
1 mile north of CR 900N
JENNIE THOMPSON GARDENS Ligonier Open
year round. Take State Road 5 north from US 6
and turn onto Union Street. Go west to Kenny
Park entrance where gardens are located.
RALPH F. GATES NATURE PRESERVE
southwest Noble County Located at the south
edge of Noble County. Take State Road 9 south
of Albion and Merriam. Turn west on County
Line Road, the preserve's entrance is on the left
side of the road.
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GREAT INDIANA GOLF
Great Indiana Golf
Fore! You don't have to travel
far from home to enjoy
championship golf right here
in Noble County. Over
10,000 golfers find their way
to our area every year to
tackle a different kind of
green. Choose from three
challenging and enjoyable
courses that include Limberlost, Cobblestone, and Noble
Hawk.
LIMBERLOST GOLF COURSE is
located just off the shores of
Sylvan Lake at Rome City.
These greens date back to the
1930s, and the course name
was inspired by the work of
famed Indiana author Gene
Stratton-Porter who had her
home nearby. The course
features 18 holes, 6, 298
yards of golf from the longest
tees for a par of 70
3204 E 900 N,
Rome City, IN. 46784
260-854-4878
COBBLESTONE GOLF COURSE
located in rural Kendallville
was designed by Steve Burns.
This course offers 18 holes of
scenic and challenging golf to
make your experience one to
remember. The bent grass
tees, impeccable fairways,
well manicured greens, white
sand bunkers, mature trees,
and sparking water offer
golfers of all abilities a fair
game from each of four tee
settings. Be sure to visit the
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clubhouse and pro shop on
site as well.
2702 Cobblestone Lane,
Kendallville, IN. 46755
www.cobblestonegc.com
260-349-1555
NOBLE HAWK GOLF LINKS
is the perfect "Scottish" golf
experience at the Noble
Hawk Golf Links. "The
Hawk" was created with a
Scottish Links design theme.
This world class golf course
ROME CITY
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features gently rolling bent
grass fairways, large
undulated greens, abundant
sand and water, and a variety
of natural ornamental grasses
in combination with dramatic
features that will give you a
true feeling of a trip to
Scotland.
3005 Noble Hawk Drive,
Kendallville, IN. 46755
www. noblehawk.com
1-888-465-3321
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THE TOMBSTONE TRAIL
The Nation’s
First Historic
Cemetery Trail
Historic cemeteries were
truly there for public parks in
America. They were often
designed to welcome visitors'
to explore their grounds
surrounded by peace, quiet,
and nature. Graveyards are
full of beautiful examples
of the art and craftsmanship
found in the many unusual and
varied monument styles and
materials used to create them.
Along the trail you will learn of
people who will make you laugh,
cry, and walk away with a
newfound respect for their lives
and contributions not only to
Indiana, but to the world.
This is a road trip like no other
featuring over eight historic
cemeteries across several northern
Indiana counties and communities.
More than 100 new and facinating
stories spanning the centuries and
miles will be found along the Grand
Army of the Republic Highway (U.S.
6).
For some a graveyard may seem
like the end of the road, but in
northeastern Indiana it is just the
beginning of a months-long celebration
of the lives of those who have gone
before us.
Guided, group, and self-guided
tours through these silent cities of
stone are available. For more information contact the Noble County Visitors
Bureau at 1-877-202-5761, or vist our
website at www.tombstonetrail.com.
You can also find and "like us" on
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KATHIE MOORE
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PHOTO CONTRIBUTED
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1. Bixler Lake, Park, and Campgrounds
8.
Cook’s Bison Ranch
14. Fox Trail Farms
20. Wolf’s Swap Meet
2. Mid America Windmill Museum
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Lavender Lane
15. Chain O’ Lakes State Park
21. Luckey Hospital Museum
3. Noble County Fairgrounds
10. Noble County Historical Society
16. Annie Oakley Perfumery
22. Merry Lea Environmental Learning Ctr.
17. Mural Tour of Ligonier
23. National Automotive Truck Museum
4. Kendallville Apple Festival
Old Jail Museum
5. Orchard Hill Farm
11. Doc’s Hardware
18. Fashion Farm & Pumpkin Fantasyland
6. St. James Restaurant
12. Lucky U Ceramics
19. Stone’s Trace Historical Society
7. Country Heritage Vineyard
13. Black Pine Animal Sanctuary
of the United States (Auburn)
24. Noble County Visitors Bureau
and Pioneer Festival
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FESTIVALS & EVENTS
NADINE KLINE
Noble County Events
MARCH
St. Patrick’s Day Dance
CrossWalk, Ligonier
Saturday, March 17
Casa Palooza
Windmill Museum, Kendallville
Friday, April 20
Cherry Blossom Festival
Showcase Ligonier
Annie Oakley Perfumery, Ligonier
April 23 - 27
CrossWalk, Ligonier
Saturday, March 24
Spring Fling
Log Cabin, Kendallville
Thursday, April 26
APRIL
KPC Garage Sale
Noble County Fairgrounds, Kendallville
Saturday, April 21
MAY
Great American Road Trip
Noble County
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Gene Stratton-Porter, Rome City
Saturday, May 5
Stone’s Trace, Ligonier
Saturday, May 12
Kite Fly
Sunday, May 13
FESTIVALS & EVENTS
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Bluegrass Festival
The Arts on Main
Fairgrounds, Kendallville
Thursday-Sunday, May 24-27
Kendallville
Saturday, June 16th
Strawberry Festival
JUNE
Moonlit Garden Tour
June 18 - 22
Saturday, June 2
Black Pine, Albion
Saturday, June 23
Chain O’Lakes Festival
Poker Paddle
Albion
Wednesday-Sunday, June 6-9
Chain O’Lakes, Albion
Saturday, June 23
Wine in the Pines
Avilla Freedom Festival
Strawberry Daze
Avilla
Friday-Sunday, June 29-July 1
Ligonier
Saturday, June 16
JULY
Patriot’s Day
Annual Calf Day
Cook’s Bison Ranch, Wolcottville
Saturday, June 16
WOLF’S SWAP MEET and
FLEA MARKET - 2012
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FESTIVAL & EVENTS
NADINE KLINE
Fireworks
Noble County Fair
Bixler Lake, Kendallville
Wednesday, July 4
Saturday-Sunday, July 14-22
Albionopoly
Gene Stratton-Porter Overnight
Courthouse Square, Albion
Friday, July 6
Rome City
Saturday, July 14
Fun on Sylvan
Cromwell Days
Sylvan Lake, Rome City
Saturday, July 7
Cromwell
Friday-Sunday, July, 20-22
Nashville Rebel Band
Saturday, July 14
Mint Festival
July 23 - 27
KPC Sprint Triathlon
Sidewalk Days & Cruise-In
Saturday, July 14
Kendallville
Friday-Saturday, July 27-28
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NATIONAL
Auto & Truck
MUSEUM
AUBURN, INDIANA
Noble County Historical Society
“Cars and trucks
like you used
to own.”
Old Jail
Museum
Featuring: Over 150 cars & trucks on display,
Antique gas pumps, IH truck gallery,
Extensive model toy collection
...and much, much more!
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1000 Gordon Buehrig Place, Auburn
(adjacent to the ACD Automotive Museum)
260-925-9100
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Albion, Ind.
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FESTIVAL & EVENTS
NADINE KLINE
AUGUST
Onion Days
SEPTEMBER
Marshmallow Festival
Wolf Lake
Wednesday-Saturday, Aug 1-4
Ligonier
Saturday-Monday, Sept 1-3
Roar & Snore Family Camp
St. Mary’s Labor Day Festival
Black Pine—Albion
Saturday, August 4
St. Mary’s Church, Avilla
Monday, September 3
Kid City
Stone’s Trace Festival
Noble County Fairgrounds, Kendallville
Saturday, August 4
Ligonier
Saturday-Sunday, Sept 8-9
Safari Supper Camp
Harvest Fest
Black Pine, Albion
Saturday, August 11
Saddle Club, Albion
Saturday-Sunday, Sept 15-16
Chautauqua Days
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Lavender Festival
August 20 - 24
Bluegrass Festival
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Thursday-Sunday, Aug 30-Sept 3
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www.orchardhillfarms.com
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FESTIVAL & EVENTS
CHAD KLINE
Apple Cider Pressing Day
Saturday, September 22
Apple Festival
Main Street & Fairgrounds, Kendallville
Saturday-Sunday, Oct 6-7
Upland Game Cook-out
Saturday, September 29
OCTOBER
Pumpkin Fantasyland
Fashion Farm, Ligonier
October 1-31
Sweet Church Homecoming
Sweet Church, Albion
Sunday, October 14
Autumn Tea
Monday, October 15
Owl-oween
Lions, Tigers & Beer
Black Pine, Albion
Saturday, October 6
Friday-Saturday, Oct 19-20
Heritage Day
All Hallows Eve
Saturday, October 6
Chain O’Lakes—Albion
Saturday, October 27
Hearthside Dinner
Howl-O’ ween
Stone’s Trace, Ligonier
Saturday, October 6
Black Pine, Albion
Saturday, October 27
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HARDWARE Mon.-Fri.
Sunday 10-4
Home of
Quality Paints
DON & SALLY MERRIMAN
• Hunting & Fishing
Licenses
• Live Bait & Lots More!
• Propane Fill Station
• The Groom Room Full Service Pet Grooming
122 N. Orange St., Albion
636-2790 • www.docshardware.com
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No rainchecks. No exceptions. Limit one per household, not
valid on gift cards. Certain restrictions apply. See store for
details. Coupon expires Dec. 31, 2012.
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FESTIVALS & EVENTS
NOVEMBER
Festival of Trees
Event Center, Kendallville
Saturday, November 17
Windmill Winter Wonderland
Friday-Sunday, Nov 30-Dec 2
DECEMBER
Christmas Card Greetings
December 1-31
Christmas Parade
Main Street, Kendallville
Saturday, December 1
Christmas Walk
Kendallville
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Take extra care when enjoying
water recreation if weather turns
threatening. If you hear thunder,
lightning is close enough to pose
an immediate threat. That is why
the National Weather Service
advises: “ When Thunder Roars,
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Lightning can strike up to ten
miles away from rain, even if you
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FESTIVAL & EVENTS
Dream of Beauty House Walk
Animal Enrichment Day
Black Pine, Albion
Festival of Cookies,
Candies & Crafts
The Huff Ultra Marathon 50K
Dekko Room, Albion
Friday, December 7
Windmill Winter Wonderland
Friday-Sunday, Dec 7-9
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ALAINA CARNAHAN
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STONE’S TRACE HISTORIC SITE AND MUSEUM
Corner of SR 5 & US 33, 1-1/2 miles south of Ligonier, IN
Site of the ANNUAL STONE’S TRACE FESTIVAL - weekend after Labor Day
• Pioneer craft vendors • Food • Entertainment
• Children’s activities • Civil War encampment
Hearthside Dinners re-enacted by Stone’s Trace
members May - October. Reservation needed
Historic 1839 Stone’s Trace Tavern Museum (built by Richard Stone) is one of the oldest
restored buildings in Noble Co. It is full of local artifacts from the area’s prairie days.
Open Sundays: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend
Find out more: www.stonestrace.com
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“Discover the Legends”
- Sample Natural Fragrances
- Create Your Own
-Browse Our Gift Shoppe
Hours: Gift Shoppe open 10 AM - 5 PM
Monday - Friday
Scheduled Private “Sensory Tours”:
For tour groups, clubs, circle of friends,
details to pre-schedule contact:
[email protected], 1.800.652.6643
Directions: Annie Oakley Perfumery
300 Johnson Street, Ligonier, Indiana 46767.
Take Ligonier SR 5 north of the viaduct,
turn east onto Mercer Street, go two blocks,
turn right onto Johnson Street
AnnieOakley.com
800 Lincolnway South, Ligonier
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CHAIN O’ LAKES
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The crown jewel of Noble County
Eight connecting glacier-carved kettle
lakes, forming a “chain of lakes,” along with
spectacular wooded scenery make Noble
County's Chain O’ Lakes State Park a haven
for outdoor recreation enthusiasts. The park
is only about a mile wide and just four miles
long but encompasses 2,718 acres, including
212 surface acres of water. More than 7
miles of widely varying shoreline is one of
the unique features of this beautiful park.
There are a total of 11 lakes within the park.
This area, once inhabited by Miami Indians
and more recently by settlements of pioneers,
is now available to all of us to enjoy!
With on-site boat rental, old salts and
want-to-be-mariners can paddle connecting
lakes and explore peaceful back waters. The
park is a small-boater's fishing paradise with
launch ramps and offers a fishing pier as
well. More than 10 miles of easy and
moderate hiking trails meander throughout
the park. The 1915 restored schoolhouse
nature center offers seasonal interpretive
services and programs. Camping options
range from primitive tent camping to
electricity for RV's. Tree-sheltered family
cabins overlooking the lakes are a great
option for park lovers who prefer a bunk and
a woodstove. Bird-watchers will find Chain
O’ Lakes to be one of the best locations in
the county, as will nature photographers.
Whatever it is that draws you to Chain O’
Lakes, we're sure that you'll want to return
again and again... and we welcome you!
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Tours, Activities and Gift Shop Visits
2258 E. Northport Rd. • Rome City, IN
260-854-4494 • TheLavenderLane.com
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Family Cabin Floorplan
Bird-watching, Boating, Boat Launch Ramps, Boat Rental,
Cabins, Camping, Cross-Country Skiing, Dump Stations,
Fishing, Fishing Pier, Hiking Trails, Nature Center with
Seasonal Interpretive Services, Photography, Picnicking,
Shelterhouse, Swimming Beach, Youth Tent Areas.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, contact
Chain O’ Lakes State Park, 2355 E. 75 South, Albion, IN 46701
(260) 636-2654
Reservation System for all types of camping is
1-866-622-6746 or online at www.camp.IN.gov
Recreation at Chain O’ Lakes State Park
CHAIN O’ LAKES PARK MAP
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www.stjamesavilla.com
• Beautiful Sites
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120-Acre Bixler Lake
• Clean, HandicappedAccessible Restrooms
• Group & Seasonal Sites
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