Spring is in full swing! If you have landscaping and gardening on your mind, you're not alone. Whether you want to change up your yard's current look or simply get started with your first container garden, there are plenty of resources available to help you get started. Check these out and share your favorite local landscaping tips in the comments! Container Gardening Master Gardener Colletta Kosiba will teach students how to plant a beautiful container garden on April … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2016
Hendricks County Tox-Away Days
Hendricks County Solid Waste Management District is offering five Tox-Away Days for Hendricks County residents in 2016. Just in time to kickstart your spring cleaning projects, the first T0x-Away Day will be held on April 9th at Brownsburg High School. Tox-Away Day events give Hendricks County residents the opportunity to safely recycle or dispose of household hazardous wastes, unwanted medications, appliances, tires, electronics, computer components, and medical sharps. … [Read more...]
Staycation Spring Fun in Hendricks County
The days are getting longer and warmer weather is back. You may not have time to get out of town, but you're in luck--Hendricks County has a lot to offer! It's a great time to get out and explore your own backyard. Family Friendly Parks Beautiful Hendricks County is home to a number of fantastic parks that offer trails, playgrounds, and a variety of activities for all ages. From Arbuckle Acres Park in Brownsburg to Washington Township Park in Avon to McCloud Nature Park … [Read more...]
Hendricks County Easter Hop-penings
Easter is just around the corner, and Hendricks County is ready to observe it the holiday in style! From special church services to an Easter egg hunt designed specifically for children with special needs, there are plenty of opportunities for kids and adults alike to celebrate. Easter Egg Hunts Brownsburg Parks & Recreation and the Brownsburg Lions Club are hosting a free Easter egg hunt at Arbuckle Acres Park on Saturday, March 19th. This event is open to … [Read more...]
Maple Syrup Days
Have you ever wondered where maple syrup comes from? Get a tree-to-table experience with the sweet stuff at Maple Syrup Days at McCloud Nature Park! You and your family can discover how maple syrup (or "sirup" for a more traditional spelling) is made in the "Syrup Shack." You'll get the chance to watch the maple syrup making process firsthand. You can also learn how to tap a maple tree for sap before sampling the finished product. After watching the maple syrup making … [Read more...]