ARE YOU READY FOR FALL FUN?
• HOPE AREA CHAMBER FARMER'S MARKET •
Our corner of Bartholomew County prides itself on its agricultural roots. That's why we offer a Farmer's Market every Tuesday from 3:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m on the Hope Town Square. There is no cost to be a vendor! Simply call (812) 546-HOPE to register... then arrive on Tuesday, set up your booth (or sell directly from your truck bed), and let the sales begin. Now a message for area residents: Help us "grow" this great community asset by supporting the Farmer's Market. Stop by and pick up a few items -- straight from the garden to your table! It's harvest time in Hope!
• CLASSIC CAR CRUISE-IN ON THE TOWN SQUARE •
The final Fun Friday's Classic Car Cruise-In is scheduled for September 10. Organizers are calling it the "Last Blast Of Summer". If the weather cooperates, it will also be quite the "Welcoming Party" for Fall. In addition to the classic cars and corn-toss tournament crowds have grown to love each week. The September 10 event will include the ever-popular Possum Glory Train Band playing their infused brand of Bluegrass music. The date will also bring the kick-off for Hope's United Way Community Campaign with $1 hot dogs/chips while supplies last... and t-shirts, stadium cups, and other rewards/prizes. Plus, there will be face-painting, stickers, and bubbles for the kids. The Hope Area Welcome Center will be hosting an Open House on that night, as well. Stop in for refreshments and to say hello! • OLD-FASHIONED INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION •
• DIRECTIONS TO HOPE, INDIANA •
HOW TO GET HERE: Hope is located in northeast Bartholomew County along State Road 9 within the triangle of Shelbyville, Columbus, and Greensburg. If traveling from the north or south on Interstate 65, take the Edinburgh EXIT and head east on State Road 252 to State Road 9. Head south on State Road 9 to reach Hope. From the east or west (Columbus and Greensburg), take State Road 46 to State Road 9. Head north on State Road 9 to reach Hope.
• 43rd ANNUAL HERITAGE DAYS •
This is the Grandfather of all events in Hope. The annual Hope Heritage Days festival has grown to become not only Bartholomew County's largest multi-day festival, but one of the largest in south-central Indiana! Heritage Days shines a light on our past and offers a glimpse at our future. Organizers meet year-round to ensure the festival not only meets expectations, but surpasses them. Events include: Southern Gospel Concert, Food Booths, Craft Booths, Parade, Cross Country Meet, Exhibitions, Pioneer Village, Live Bands, and MUCH MORE! You can visit Heritage Days online at their Facebook page: Hope Heritage Days. A new website is coming soon. Call (812) 546-HOPE for more information. The event is brought to you by the Festival and Bandstand Division of Heritage of Hope, Inc.