Gimmee a Break! Spring Break.
March 25, 2013
Spring has recently had many ringing endorsements.  There is a good deal of supporting evidence that spring is here, for example…. The calendar says so. A certain Pennsylvania groundhog says so. The rapidly growing gardening section at the local super … Continue reading

Are you feeling the love?
February 12, 2013
Valentine’s Day is one of those holidays that seems to elicit a strong emotional response from most people.  No matter whether you love it or hate it, it comes once a year.  Either way, most folks feel the pressure….am I … Continue reading

Don’t Turn Soggy Into Sad! Labor Day Weekend 2012
August 31, 2012
It is time to start the weekend, Labor Day weekend.  As I sit here on my porch watching the rain pour from the sky, I can’t help but think how many of you must be so dissapointed about the weather … Continue reading

5 Things You Must Do Before Summer Ends
August 14, 2012
Yes, I know that traditional summer has already ended for many of you with an early start to the school year, but my calendar says that officially we have 39 days left.  I say we should make the most of every day … Continue reading

Summer: Day 1 at Patoka Lake
June 21, 2012
I have to admit that today of all days I have the perfect job!  On the first official day of summer, I was required take a 2 hour tour aboard The Voyager tour boat from Patoka Lake Marina with a … Continue reading

Those Mysterious Angels
June 06, 2012
Have you heard of the West Baden angels? Hidden away in the very top of the breathtaking atrium of the West Baden Springs Hotel of French Lick Resort is a small room that is shrouded in mystery.  While not a … Continue reading

Memorial Weekend tradition!
May 26, 2012
When I saw the Memorial Weekend line up of events at French Lick Resort, it made me think of what this summer kick off weekend was like when times were simpler.  Great music and a cook-out by the pool,  an ice … Continue reading

A Whoopie “DO”
September 26, 2011
Admit it!  You love to sneak away for a sweet treat as much as I do!  And…if you are like me, you will not waste calories on just any treat.  It must be SPECIAL.  It must be MEMORABLE!  The treats … Continue reading

In the beginning…
July 22, 2011
When the story you have to tell about a place has so many facets, where do you start?  The beginning?  The end?  Neither seems to work for me, so I will begin with today.  Today we begin to tell the … Continue reading
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May
1 - 31

Spring into May (West Baden)

Varies (closed on Monday)
Phone: 812-936-2293
www.frenchlickwinery.com
It's Spring and what better way to celebrate than to travel to any of the 9 Indiana Uplands wineries, including French Lick Winery, and enjoy beautiful scenery paired with fabulous Indiana grown vintages! Join us for this month-long event and Spring into May with new wines along the Indiana Upland Wine Trail. All 9 wineries will offer samples of their newly released wines at this complimentary event.

May
21

Orange County HomeGrown Valley Farmers Market (French Lick)

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

May
22

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

May
23

Orange County HomeGrown Paoli Farmers Market (Paoli)

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

May
24 - 26

Memorial Day Weekend Bash (French Lick)

Varies
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
Spend Memorial Day’s long weekend at French Lick Resort. Golf, tennis, horseback riding and pool parties await. Bring the whole family – there’s something for everyone as we launch the official KidsFest activities!

May
24

Wine Tasting at West Baden Springs Hotel (West Baden)

8:00 pm
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
The West Baden Springs Hotel Wine Tasting event is a must for those who enjoy wine and even those who don’t. Unless you were born in Italy, France or California, wine feels complicated. Either you know something about grapes and varietals or you don’t. They can be intimidating. Whether you enjoy a glass every now and then or have dedicated a portion of your basement as a wine cellar, this is a fun and interesting event—perhaps the chance to do something a little out of your comfort zone. Hosted by Derrick Miller, Assistant Food & Beverage Manager and Sous Chef, Ryan West, both red and white, that are paired with interesting and sometimes unusual hors d’oeuvres. They expertly shuffle from one course to the next with genuine enthusiasm for the art and science of coupling superior wines with exotic hors d’oeuvres, like wild boar chops and blueberry compote with a dark berry and hint of roasted game petite sirah—for instance. The experience of ingredients skillfully combined to complement one another is palate-changing. Gathered in front of the Rookwood Pottery fireplace under the watchful eyes of Sprudel, this wine tasting event is also the opportunity to relive a little of the history that built this grand hotel

May
25

Valley Produce Market (French Lick)

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Featuring fresh produce, homemade treats and locally crafted items on the French Lick Town Green.

May
25 - 27

Wild West Hold-Ups (French Lick)

1:00 pm & 4:00 pm
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
The train robbin’ bandits, known as the Lost River Renegades, strike again on the French Lick Express last Friday afternoon. They boarded the train and took wallets and purses from each of the travelers. They also lifted the payroll strong box that was being transported on board, leavin’ a heap of hard workin’ locals with no compensation. Local Marshalls are lookin’ for a few brave souls to deputize and climb aboard the next train ride to help catch these scoundrels.

May
25

Twilight Tour (West Baden)

8:00 pm
Phone: 812-936-5870
www.historiclandmarks.org
Costumed interpreters portraying pivotal characters from the hotel’s fabled past. Reservations required. Sponsored by Indiana Landmarks.

May
25

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

8:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

May
25

Afternoon Tea with Harpist (West Baden)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
Enjoy a proper Afternoon Tea paired with Classical Harp. A selection of finger sandwiches, scones and petit fours will be served alongside a selection of gourmet teas. This is the perfect way to relax and savor the ambiance of West Baden Springs Hotel. Reservations required.

May
27

Memorial Day Annual Car Show (Paoli)

10:00 am
Join the Orange County Classic Car Club as they celebrate Memorial Day with their annual car show on the Paoli Courthouse Square.

May
28

Orange County HomeGrown Valley Farmers Market (French Lick)

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

May
29

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

May
30

Orange County HomeGrown Paoli Farmers Market (Paoli)

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

May
31

Kenny Rogers in Concert (French Lick)

8:00 pm
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
The velvet voice and amazing story-telling of a true music legend, Kenny Rogers, live at French Lick Resort. His velvet voice and amazing story-telling are known the world over. For more than 50 years he has recorded award winning duets, an endless stream of hits and songs like Lucille, The Gambler, Coward of the County, Through the Years and many, many more.

May
31

Beer Cruise (Patoka Lake)

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Unspoiled views of Patoka Lake sunsets, combined with Upland Brewery beers and food pairings, make for a relaxing summer evening aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Admission includes five tastings of Indiana hand-crafted beers paired with five foods. Reservations required.

June
1

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

8:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

June
1

Valley Produce Market (French Lick)

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Featuring fresh produce, homemade treats and locally crafted items on the French Lick Town Green.

June
1

Kid's Fishing Derby (Patoka Lake)

8:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 812-685-2447
www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/3261.htm
Grab your fishing poles, bait and tackle and join in a fun morning at the Children’s Pond located near the modern campgrounds camp store. For ages 12 & under.

June
1

Afternoon Tea with Harpist (West Baden)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
Enjoy a proper Afternoon Tea paired with Classical Harp. A selection of finger sandwiches, scones and petit fours will be served alongside a selection of gourmet teas. This is the perfect way to relax and savor the ambiance of West Baden Springs Hotel. Reservations required.

June
1

Run, Walk & Play with AJ Day (French Lick)

Pancake Breakfast begins at 9:00 am. Play with AJ begins at 10:00 am
Phone: 812-788-0804
runwalkandplaywithaj@gmail.com
Second Annual Run, Walk & Play with AJ Day helps support the awareness for autism and fragile x. Balloon send off, area support systems for children & adults with special needs, live band, games, activities and local vendors. Food & fun for the entire family!

June
4

Orange County HomeGrown Valley Farmers Market (French Lick)

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

June
5

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

*** This is a change in time from the normal schedule posted in Patoka Lake Marina materials.

June
6

Orange County HomeGrown Paoli Farmers Market (Paoli)

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

June
7

First Friday's in French Lick (French Lick)

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Phone: 812-936-6230
www.frenchlickartisan.com
Tours, special events, featured artists, specials, music and fun! Stroll the streets of downtown French Lick enjoying the art and rich history of the area.

June
7 - 8

Orange County Music & Heritage Reunion (Orleans)

Times Vary
Phone: 812-865-3484
www.historicorleans.com
Enjoy acoustic, traditional, folk and roots music performed on two stages, heritage exhibits, arts & crafts fair, food vendors and more. Bring the entire family to this free music event.

June
8

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

8:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

June
8

Afternoon Tea with Harpist (West Baden)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
Enjoy a proper Afternoon Tea paired with Classical Harp. A selection of finger sandwiches, scones and petit fours will be served alongside a selection of gourmet teas. This is the perfect way to relax and savor the ambiance of West Baden Springs Hotel. Reservations required.

June
8

Valley Produce Market (French Lick)

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Featuring fresh produce, homemade treats and locally crafted items on the French Lick Town Green.

June
9

Sunday Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Join us for a relaxing 2-hour excursion of beautiful Patoka Lake aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Light snacks, tea & lemonade included. Cash bar available. Reservations required.

June
11

Orange County HomeGrown Valley Farmers Market (French Lick)

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

June
12

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

June
13

Orange County HomeGrown Paoli Farmers Market (Paoli)

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

June
13 - 15

June JamFest (French Lick)

Thursday 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm (Casino Lounge). Friday & Saturday 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm (Outdoor Concert)
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
French Lick Resort is heating things up this summer with some of country music’s best on the rise acts all in one weekend. The casino will be jumping, and the parking lot too, June 13, 14 and 15 with the inaugural June JamFest!

Thursday, Blaise Streets performs in the casino lounge as part of their monthly Thursday Night Live series. Indiana’s latest contribution to country music, Streets is a singer/songwriter and guitar player taking the ride of his life and we’re all invited!

Friday, it’s the Sid Yochim Band and Clayton Anderson. Sid Yochim is a brother/sister (Tucker and Sydney) duo from Nashville, Tennessee. Bringing a blend of country, blues and southern rock to the resort, a good time is sure to be had by all. Clayton Anderson is a squeaky, clean-cut looking singer/songwriter from Bedford, Indiana. He has toured all over the Midwest and South and has opened for Jimmy Buffet and others. Anderson’s handsome looks and clever turn of phrase punctuate his feel good, party-time, sing-a-long songs and are ever present in tracks like “Beer Tastes Better on Friday” and “Beer on a Boat on a Saturday.”

Saturday, welcome The Shuggah Pies and Tim Dugger to wrap up this first-ever weekend long, outdoor event. The Shuggah Pies, originally from a suburb of St. Louis, MO, now call Nashville, Tennessee home. With outstanding harmonies and a unique vocal sound, the all-girl band is sure to please with their first release “I’m Ready.” Tim Dugger, no stranger to the stage, has sold out concerts in Alabama, Georgia and Florida. He is a crowd pleasing, Nashville recording artist and French Lick favorite.

June
14

Wine and Dessert Soiree (West Baden)

9:00 pm
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
Enjoy the ultimate expression of West Baden Springs Hotel - the luxury of Europe with the warmth of home. Decadent desserts made in-house and served with expertly paired wine varietals from around the world; hosted by our very own sommelier. Reservations required.

June
14

Sunset Wine Cruise (Patoka Lake)

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Unspoiled views of Patoka Lake sunsets, combined with Indiana wines and food pairings, make for a relaxing summer evening aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Admission includes five to seven tastings of wine, two full glasses of your favorite wine and a souvenir wine glass. Reservations required.

June
15

D.IN.O Bike Race (French Lick)

TBA
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
For the fourth year in a row, Do Indiana Off Road (D.IN.O) comes to French Lick Resort for the 2013 Kenda DINO Mountain Bike Series. The event takes place on Buffalo Trace Trail in the foothills of the Hoosier National Forest. Named for the buffalo tracks that once ran throughout the property, the trail is nearly 8 miles that climbs to the top of the west side of Mt. Airie.

June
15 - 16

Wild West Hold-Ups (French Lick)

1:00 pm & 4:00 pm
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
The train robbin’ bandits, known as the Lost River Renegades, strike again on the French Lick Express last Friday afternoon. They boarded the train and took wallets and purses from each of the travelers. They also lifted the payroll strong box that was being transported on board, leavin’ a heap of hard workin’ locals with no compensation. Local Marshalls are lookin’ for a few brave souls to deputize and climb aboard the next train ride to help catch these scoundrels.

June
15

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

8:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

June
15

Valley Produce Market (French Lick)

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Featuring fresh produce, homemade treats and locally crafted items on the French Lick Town Green.

June
15

Afternoon Tea with Harpist (West Baden)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
Enjoy a proper Afternoon Tea paired with Classical Harp. A selection of finger sandwiches, scones and petit fours will be served alongside a selection of gourmet teas. This is the perfect way to relax and savor the ambiance of West Baden Springs Hotel. Reservations required.

June
18

Orange County HomeGrown Valley Farmers Market (French Lick)

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

June
19

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

June
20

Orange County HomeGrown Paoli Farmers Market (Paoli)

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

June
22

Summer Concert in the Park (Orleans)

7:00 pm
Phone: 812-865-9930
www.historicorleans.com
Free concert held in Historic Congress Square. Attendees should bring their own lawn chairs or blankets for personal seating. Concerts are held outdoors and may be cancelled due to dangerous weather.

June
22

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

8:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

June
22

Twilight Tour (West Baden)

8:00 pm
Phone: 812-936-5870
www.historiclandmarks.org
Costumed interpreters portraying pivotal characters from the hotel’s fabled past. Reservations required. Sponsored by Indiana Landmarks.

June
22

Afternoon Tea with Harpist (West Baden)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
Enjoy a proper Afternoon Tea paired with Classical Harp. A selection of finger sandwiches, scones and petit fours will be served alongside a selection of gourmet teas. This is the perfect way to relax and savor the ambiance of West Baden Springs Hotel. Reservations required.

June
22

Valley Produce Market (French Lick)

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Featuring fresh produce, homemade treats and locally crafted items on the French Lick Town Green.

June
23

Sunday Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Join us for a relaxing 2-hour excursion of beautiful Patoka Lake aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Light snacks, tea & lemonade included. Cash bar available. Reservations required.

June
25

Orange County HomeGrown Valley Farmers Market (French Lick)

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

June
26

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

June
27

Orange County HomeGrown Paoli Farmers Market (Paoli)

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

June
28

Sunset Wine Cruise (Patoka Lake)

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Unspoiled views of Patoka Lake sunsets, combined with Indiana wines and food pairings, make for a relaxing summer evening aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Admission includes five to seven tastings of wine, two full glasses of your favorite wine and a souvenir wine glass. Reservations required.

June
28

Wine Tasting at West Baden Springs Hotel (West Baden)

8:00 pm
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
The West Baden Springs Hotel Wine Tasting event is a must for those who enjoy wine and even those who don’t. Unless you were born in Italy, France or California, wine feels complicated. Either you know something about grapes and varietals or you don’t. They can be intimidating. Whether you enjoy a glass every now and then or have dedicated a portion of your basement as a wine cellar, this is a fun and interesting event—perhaps the chance to do something a little out of your comfort zone. Hosted by Derrick Miller, Assistant Food & Beverage Manager and Sous Chef, Ryan West, both red and white, that are paired with interesting and sometimes unusual hors d’oeuvres. They expertly shuffle from one course to the next with genuine enthusiasm for the art and science of coupling superior wines with exotic hors d’oeuvres, like wild boar chops and blueberry compote with a dark berry and hint of roasted game petite sirah—for instance. The experience of ingredients skillfully combined to complement one another is palate-changing. Gathered in front of the Rookwood Pottery fireplace under the watchful eyes of Sprudel, this wine tasting event is also the opportunity to relive a little of the history that built this grand hotel

June
29

Valley Produce Market (French Lick)

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Featuring fresh produce, homemade treats and locally crafted items on the French Lick Town Green.

June
29

Afternoon Tea with Harpist (West Baden)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
Enjoy a proper Afternoon Tea paired with Classical Harp. A selection of finger sandwiches, scones and petit fours will be served alongside a selection of gourmet teas. This is the perfect way to relax and savor the ambiance of West Baden Springs Hotel. Reservations required.

June
29

Movie Under the Stars (French Lick)

1 hour prior to sunset
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
Take a train ride to our outdoor movie area for a relaxing family experience. The train will depart around 1 hour prior to sunset with a 35 minute trip to the movie area. Refreshments are available and guests are encouraged to bring blankets or folding lawn chairs. Check website for exact departure time and movie listings.

June
29

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

8:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

July
2

Orange County HomeGrown Valley Farmers Market (French Lick)

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

July
3

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

July
4 - 7

July 4th Celebration at French Lick Resort (French Lick)

Times Vary
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
Enjoy freedom July 4th with a bang at French Lick Resort with everything from pool parties to cookouts, horseback riding, fireworks and more. With as much history as the holiday itself, there’s no better place to celebrate than French Lick Resort.

July
4 - 7

Wild West Hold-Ups (French Lick)

1:00 pm & 4:00 pm
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
The train robbin’ bandits, known as the Lost River Renegades, strike again on the French Lick Express last Friday afternoon. They boarded the train and took wallets and purses from each of the travelers. They also lifted the payroll strong box that was being transported on board, leavin’ a heap of hard workin’ locals with no compensation. Local Marshalls are lookin’ for a few brave souls to deputize and climb aboard the next train ride to help catch these scoundrels. **July 4 & 5 at 1:00 pm only.

July
4

Orange County HomeGrown Paoli Farmers Market (Paoli)

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

July
5

First Friday's in French Lick (French Lick)

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Phone: 812-936-6230
www.frenchlickartisan.com
Tours, special events, featured artists, specials, music and fun! Stroll the streets of downtown French Lick enjoying the art and rich history of the area.

July
6

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

8:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

July
6

Thunder Over Patoka (Patoka Lake)

10:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakeindiana.com
The sparkling lights from the shore light up the beach area while boaters view the fireworks from the waters. Fireworks may be viewed from many areas surrounding the lake.

July
6

Valley Produce Market (French Lick)

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Featuring fresh produce, homemade treats and locally crafted items on the French Lick Town Green.

July
9

Orange County HomeGrown Valley Farmers Market (French Lick)

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

July
10

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

July
11

Orange County HomeGrown Paoli Farmers Market (Paoli)

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

July
13 - 19

Orange County 4-H Fair (Paoli)

Varies
Phone: 812-723-7107
www.extension.purdue.edu/orange
This week long event features judging of animals, quilts, crafts, a horse-and-pony show, tractor pull, lip sync, 4-H auction and more!

July
13

Summer Concert in the Park (Orleans)

7:00 pm
Phone: 812-865-9930
www.historicorleans.com
Free concert held in Historic Congress Square. Attendees should bring their own lawn chairs or blankets for personal seating. Concerts are held outdoors and may be cancelled due to dangerous weather.

July
13

Tasting Train (French Lick)

6:30 pm
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
The French Lick Scenic Railway's Tasting Train is a marriage of sophistication and absolute decadence. We will be hosting a special train excursion that will take you through the Hoosier National Forest while you sample the finest Scotch we have to offer.

July
13

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

8:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

July
13

Valley Produce Market (French Lick)

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Featuring fresh produce, homemade treats and locally crafted items on the French Lick Town Green.

July
16

Orange County HomeGrown Valley Farmers Market (French Lick)

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

July
17

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

July
18

Orange County HomeGrown Paoli Farmers Market (Paoli)

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

July
20

Summer Concert in the Park (Orleans)

7:00 pm
Phone: 812-865-9930
www.historicorleans.com
Free concert held in Historic Congress Square. Attendees should bring their own lawn chairs or blankets for personal seating. Concerts are held outdoors and may be cancelled due to dangerous weather.

July
20

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

8:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

July
20

Movie Under the Stars (French Lick)

1 hour prior to sunset
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
Take a train ride to our outdoor movie area for a relaxing family experience. The train will depart around 1 hour prior to sunset with a 35 minute trip to the movie area. Refreshments are available and guests are encouraged to bring blankets or folding lawn chairs. Check website for exact departure time and movie listings.

July
20

Valley Produce Market (French Lick)

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Featuring fresh produce, homemade treats and locally crafted items on the French Lick Town Green.

July
23

Orange County HomeGrown Valley Farmers Market (French Lick)

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

July
24

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

July
25

Orange County HomeGrown Paoli Farmers Market (Paoli)

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

July
26

Wine Tasting at West Baden Springs Hotel (West Baden)

8:00 pm
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
The West Baden Springs Hotel Wine Tasting event is a must for those who enjoy wine and even those who don’t. Unless you were born in Italy, France or California, wine feels complicated. Either you know something about grapes and varietals or you don’t. They can be intimidating. Whether you enjoy a glass every now and then or have dedicated a portion of your basement as a wine cellar, this is a fun and interesting event—perhaps the chance to do something a little out of your comfort zone. Hosted by Derrick Miller, Assistant Food & Beverage Manager and Sous Chef, Ryan West, both red and white, that are paired with interesting and sometimes unusual hors d’oeuvres. They expertly shuffle from one course to the next with genuine enthusiasm for the art and science of coupling superior wines with exotic hors d’oeuvres, like wild boar chops and blueberry compote with a dark berry and hint of roasted game petite sirah—for instance. The experience of ingredients skillfully combined to complement one another is palate-changing. Gathered in front of the Rookwood Pottery fireplace under the watchful eyes of Sprudel, this wine tasting event is also the opportunity to relive a little of the history that built this grand hotel.

July
27

Summer Concert in the Park (Orleans)

7:00 pm
Phone: 812-865-9930
www.historicorleans.com
Free concert held in Historic Congress Square. Attendees should bring their own lawn chairs or blankets for personal seating. Concerts are held outdoors and may be cancelled due to dangerous weather.

July
27

5th Annual Justin Mullis Memorial Poker Run (French Lick)

TBA
Phone: 812-936-3418
Fifth Annual Justin Mullis Memorial Scholarship Poker Run through scenic Southern Indiana to raise money for the scholarship. Music and food available. Join us for good times and help a great cause!

July
27

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

8:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

July
27

Twilight Tour (West Baden)

8:00 pm
Phone: 812-936-5870
www.historiclandmarks.org
Costumed interpreters portraying pivotal characters from the hotel’s fabled past. Reservations required. Sponsored by Indiana Landmarks.

July
27

Valley Produce Market (French Lick)

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Featuring fresh produce, homemade treats and locally crafted items on the French Lick Town Green.

July
27 - 28

Wild West Hold-Ups (French Lick)

1:00 pm & 4:00 pm
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
The train robbin’ bandits, known as the Lost River Renegades, strike again on the French Lick Express last Friday afternoon. They boarded the train and took wallets and purses from each of the travelers. They also lifted the payroll strong box that was being transported on board, leavin’ a heap of hard workin’ locals with no compensation. Local Marshalls are lookin’ for a few brave souls to deputize and climb aboard the next train ride to help catch these scoundrels. **July 4 & 5 at 1:00 pm only.

July
28

Sunday Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Join us for a relaxing 2-hour excursion of beautiful Patoka Lake aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Light snacks, tea & lemonade included. Cash bar available. Reservations required.

July
30

Orange County HomeGrown Valley Farmers Market (French Lick)

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

July
31

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

August
1

Orange County HomeGrown Paoli Farmers Market (Paoli)

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

August
2

First Friday's in French Lick (French Lick)

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Phone: 812-936-6230
www.frenchlickartisan.com
Tours, special events, featured artists, specials, music and fun! Stroll the streets of downtown French Lick enjoying the art and rich history of the area.

August
3

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

8:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

August
3

Train to Strassenfest (French Lick)

Departure from French Lick 3:00 pm. Arrival back to French Lick 11:30 pm
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
Climb aboard the French Lick Scenic Railway as we travel to Jasper for the traditional German-themed Strassenfest! Once in Jasper, the train will have a 4.5 hour layover allowing you to enjoy hours of food, fun and festivities. Sample German cuisine, frolic in the "Beer Garden" and experience live music & entertainment, then hop on board again for a leisurely train ride back to French Lick.

August
3

Valley Produce Market (French Lick)

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Featuring fresh produce, homemade treats and locally crafted items on the French Lick Town Green.

August
3

Smokey Bear's 69th Birthday Bash (Patoka Lake)

10:00 am - Noon
Phone: 812-685-2447
www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/3261.htm
Kids crafts, games and activities. Enjoy a presentation by local fire fighters, cake, prizes, pictures with the bear himself, and more!

August
4

Sunday Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Join us for a relaxing 2-hour excursion of beautiful Patoka Lake aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Light snacks, tea & lemonade included. Cash bar available. Reservations required.

August
6

Orange County HomeGrown Valley Farmers Market (French Lick)

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

August
7

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

August
8

Orange County HomeGrown Paoli Farmers Market (Paoli)

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

August
9

Sunset Wine Cruise (Patoka Lake)

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Unspoiled views of Patoka Lake sunsets, combined with Indiana wines and food pairings, make for a relaxing summer evening aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Admission includes five to seven tastings of wine, two full glasses of your favorite wine and a souvenir wine glass. Reservations required.

August
10

Movie Under the Stars (French Lick)

1 hour prior to sunset
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
Take a train ride to our outdoor movie area for a relaxing family experience. The train will depart around 1 hour prior to sunset with a 35 minute trip to the movie area. Refreshments are available and guests are encouraged to bring blankets or folding lawn chairs. Check website for exact departure time and movie listings.

August
10

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

8:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

August
10

Valley Produce Market (French Lick)

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Featuring fresh produce, homemade treats and locally crafted items on the French Lick Town Green.

August
10 - 11

Southern Style Car Show (French Lick)

Saturday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm and Sunday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Phone: 225-207-9304 or 225-207-9269
www.frenchlick.com
Southern style car show with a touch of northern style attitude will be held at French Lick Resort on August 10th - 11th. This is a 2 day show, not a cruise in. Open to all classes, including motorcycles. Old cars, DJ playing 50's and 60's music, and silent auction.

August
13

Orange County HomeGrown Valley Farmers Market (French Lick)

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

August
14

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

August
15

Orange County HomeGrown Paoli Farmers Market (Paoli)

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

August
17

Summer Concert in the Park (Orleans)

7:00 pm
Phone: 812-865-9930
www.historicorleans.com
Free concert held in Historic Congress Square. Attendees should bring their own lawn chairs or blankets for personal seating. Concerts are held outdoors and may be cancelled due to dangerous weather.

August
17

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

8:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

August
17

Valley Produce Market (French Lick)

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Featuring fresh produce, homemade treats and locally crafted items on the French Lick Town Green.

August
18

Sunday Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Join us for a relaxing 2-hour excursion of beautiful Patoka Lake aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Light snacks, tea & lemonade included. Cash bar available. Reservations required.

August
20

Orange County HomeGrown Valley Farmers Market (French Lick)

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

August
21

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

August
22

Orange County HomeGrown Paoli Farmers Market (Paoli)

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

August
23

Wine Tasting at West Baden Springs Hotel (West Baden)

8:00 pm
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
The West Baden Springs Hotel Wine Tasting event is a must for those who enjoy wine and even those who don’t. Unless you were born in Italy, France or California, wine feels complicated. Either you know something about grapes and varietals or you don’t. They can be intimidating. Whether you enjoy a glass every now and then or have dedicated a portion of your basement as a wine cellar, this is a fun and interesting event—perhaps the chance to do something a little out of your comfort zone. Hosted by Derrick Miller, Assistant Food & Beverage Manager and Sous Chef, Ryan West, both red and white, that are paired with interesting and sometimes unusual hors d’oeuvres. They expertly shuffle from one course to the next with genuine enthusiasm for the art and science of coupling superior wines with exotic hors d’oeuvres, like wild boar chops and blueberry compote with a dark berry and hint of roasted game petite sirah—for instance. The experience of ingredients skillfully combined to complement one another is palate-changing. Gathered in front of the Rookwood Pottery fireplace under the watchful eyes of Sprudel, this wine tasting event is also the opportunity to relive a little of the history that built this grand hotel.

August
23

Sunset Wine Cruise (Patoka Lake)

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Unspoiled views of Patoka Lake sunsets, combined with Indiana wines and food pairings, make for a relaxing summer evening aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Admission includes five to seven tastings of wine, two full glasses of your favorite wine and a souvenir wine glass. Reservations required.

August
24

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

8:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

August
24

Twilight Tour (West Baden)

8:00 pm
Phone: 812-936-5870
www.historiclandmarks.org
Costumed interpreters portraying pivotal characters from the hotel’s fabled past. Reservations required. Sponsored by Indiana Landmarks.

August
24

Valley Produce Market (French Lick)

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Featuring fresh produce, homemade treats and locally crafted items on the French Lick Town Green.

August
24

Head for the Hills - Patoka Lake Triathlon (Patoka Lake)

8:30 am start time
Phone: 812-685-2447
http://patokatriathlon.dnr.in.gov
Head for the hills and race for a cause. All proceeds from this event will go to support Patoka’s non-releasable raptors; a red-tailed hawk and eastern screech owl. With your help, we may also be able to save the life of a bald eagle by acquiring a non-releasable eagle for our education programming. Ages 15 & older. Course info: Swim 500 yards in Patoka Reservoir, begin and finish at the beach, Bike 12.8 miles on well paved roads around Patoka Reservoir, Run 5K through the woods on groomed gravel roads and well paved bike trail.

August
24

5K Block Boogie – Fun Run/Walk (French Lick)

8:00 am
Southernindiana5Kseries@gmail.com
As an official kick-off event for the Family Fun Day on the Green in French Lick, this Fun Run/Walk is a chance to feature your “funkiest” bandanas and body art while overtaking the challenging & scenic neighborhood course. Banjo music will be an encouraging addition to some of the turns along the course. Request a registration form via email to participate.

August
24

Family Fun Day on the Green (French Lick)

TBA
Phone: 812-936-3418
Join us for a day filled with family entertainment! Food, music and activities the entire family will enjoy.

August
27

Orange County HomeGrown Valley Farmers Market (French Lick)

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

August
28

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

August
29

Orange County HomeGrown Paoli Farmers Market (Paoli)

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

August
30 - 31

Labor Day Weekend Celebration at French Lick Resort (French Lick)

Varies
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
End your summer with a bang at French Lick Resort and you'll find activities for the whole family to enjoy. Pool parties, bowling, golf, tennis, horseback riding, KidsFest and live entertainment are just to name a few!

August
31

Wild West Hold-Ups (French Lick)

1:00 pm & 4:00 pm
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
The train robbin’ bandits, known as the Lost River Renegades, strike again on the French Lick Express last Friday afternoon. They boarded the train and took wallets and purses from each of the travelers. They also lifted the payroll strong box that was being transported on board, leavin’ a heap of hard workin’ locals with no compensation. Local Marshalls are lookin’ for a few brave souls to deputize and climb aboard the next train ride to help catch these scoundrels.

August
31

Valley Produce Market (French Lick)

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Featuring fresh produce, homemade treats and locally crafted items on the French Lick Town Green.

August
31

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

8:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

September
1 - 2

Labor Day Weekend Celebration at French Lick Resort (French Lick)

Varies
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
End your summer with a bang at French Lick Resort and you'll find activities for the whole family to enjoy. Pool parties, bowling, golf, tennis, horseback riding, KidsFest and live entertainment are just to name a few!

September
1 - 2

Wild West Hold-Ups (French Lick)

1:00 pm & 4:00 pm
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
The train robbin’ bandits, known as the Lost River Renegades, strike again on the French Lick Express last Friday afternoon. They boarded the train and took wallets and purses from each of the travelers. They also lifted the payroll strong box that was being transported on board, leavin’ a heap of hard workin’ locals with no compensation. Local Marshalls are lookin’ for a few brave souls to deputize and climb aboard the next train ride to help catch these scoundrels.

September
3

Orange County HomeGrown Valley Farmers Market (French Lick)

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

September
4

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

September
5

Orange County HomeGrown Paoli Farmers Market (Paoli)

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

September
6

First Friday's in French Lick (French Lick)

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Phone: 812-936-6230
www.frenchlickartisan.com
Tours, special events, featured artists, specials, music and fun! Stroll the streets of downtown French Lick enjoying the art and rich history of the area.

September
7

Valley Produce Market (French Lick)

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Featuring fresh produce, homemade treats and locally crafted items on the French Lick Town Green.

September
7

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

8:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

September
8

Sunday Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Join us for a relaxing 2-hour excursion of beautiful Patoka Lake aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Light snacks, tea & lemonade included. Cash bar available. Reservations required.

September
10

Orange County HomeGrown Valley Farmers Market (French Lick)

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

September
11

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

September
12

Orange County HomeGrown Paoli Farmers Market (Paoli)

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

September
14

Rugged Maniac (Paoli)

First wave begins at 9:00 am. Party ends at 6:00 pm
Phone: 812-723-4696
www.ruggedmaniac.com
Rugged Maniac is returning to Southern Indiana for the 3rd annual race with over 20 epic obstacles designed to push you to your limits! You’ll face mud pits, fire, swinging pendulums, a 100’ water slide and a host of other obstacles that make this course one rugged gauntlet of glory! Each runner gets a high-quality Rugged Maniac t-shirt, free professional race photos, a beer (if over 21) and access to the festival, which includes a mechanical bull, adult bounce houses and live music! Beer will be flowing so be sure to grab one while you listen to some of the area’s coolest bands! Spectators welcome!

September
14 - 15

Vintage Base Ball (West Baden)

Varies
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
Imagine baseball played on an open field with underhanded pitching and without gloves. Midwestern teams will don the vintage uniforms and recreate the language and customs of 19th century base ball (commonly referred to by two words at that time) while competing in live action games.

September
14

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

8:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

September
14

Valley Produce Market (French Lick)

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Featuring fresh produce, homemade treats and locally crafted items on the French Lick Town Green.

September
14

Fall Foliage Wine Cruise (Patoka Lake)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Unspoiled views of Patoka Lake fall foliage, combined with Indiana wines and hors d'oeuvres/dessert pairings, make for a relaxing autumn afternoon aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Admission includes five to seven tastings of wine, two full glasses of your favorite wine and a souvenir wine glass. Reservations required.

September
17

Orange County HomeGrown Valley Farmers Market (French Lick)

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

September
18

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

September
19

Orange County HomeGrown Paoli Farmers Market (Paoli)

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

September
20 - 22

Block Bash (French Lick)

Varies
Phone: 812-936-3030
www.bearhollowwoodcarvers.com
Excitement and entertainment as 10 of the top chainsaw carvers in the United States compete live in downtown French Lick. Live music, food and wares from artists of all mediums.

September
21

Fall Foliage Wine Cruise (Patoka Lake)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Unspoiled views of Patoka Lake fall foliage, combined with Indiana wines and hors d'oeuvres/dessert pairings, make for a relaxing autumn afternoon aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Admission includes five to seven tastings of wine, two full glasses of your favorite wine and a souvenir wine glass. Reservations required.

September
21

Twilight Tour (West Baden)

7:00 pm
Phone: 812-936-5870
www.historiclandmarks.org
Costumed interpreters portraying pivotal characters from the hotel’s fabled past. Reservations required. Sponsored by Indiana Landmarks.

September
21

Wheelin’ IN the Fish (Patoka Lake-Osborn Ramp)

10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Phone: 812-685-2447
www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/3261.htm
Outdoor opportunities for people with special needs and their families. Fishing (poles & bait provided while supplies last), boat rides, door prizes & lunch provided.

September
21

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

8:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

September
22

Sunday Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Join us for a relaxing 2-hour excursion of beautiful Patoka Lake aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Light snacks, tea & lemonade included. Cash bar available. Reservations required.

September
23 - 24

Alice Dye Women's Invitational (French Lick)

Varies
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
Make it another September to remember when you join your friends at French Lick Resort for a celebration of women’s golf. For the past three years, The Alice Dye Women’s Invitational has been a very successful and fun event. In 2013, the Alice Dye Invitational joins the Legends Championship for a week-long celebration of women’s golf.

September
23 - 29

The Legends Tour Championship (French Lick)

Varies
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
In 2013, women’s professional golf returns to French Lick Resort for the first time since 1960. The Legends Championship will be held on the highly acclaimed Pete Dye Course at French Lick Resort and features Nancy Lopez, Jan Stephenson, Pat Bradley, Beth Daniel, Betsy King, Patty Sheehan, Joann Carner, Rosie Jones, Meg Mallon and all of the greats of women’s golf. These storied players represent more than 650 career tournament wins.

September
24

Orange County HomeGrown Valley Farmers Market (French Lick)

1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

September
25

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

September
26

Orange County HomeGrown Paoli Farmers Market (Paoli)

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

September
27

Wine Tasting at West Baden Springs Hotel (West Baden)

8:00 pm
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
The West Baden Springs Hotel Wine Tasting event is a must for those who enjoy wine and even those who don’t. Unless you were born in Italy, France or California, wine feels complicated. Either you know something about grapes and varietals or you don’t. They can be intimidating. Whether you enjoy a glass every now and then or have dedicated a portion of your basement as a wine cellar, this is a fun and interesting event—perhaps the chance to do something a little out of your comfort zone. Hosted by Derrick Miller, Assistant Food & Beverage Manager and Sous Chef, Ryan West, both red and white, that are paired with interesting and sometimes unusual hors d’oeuvres. They expertly shuffle from one course to the next with genuine enthusiasm for the art and science of coupling superior wines with exotic hors d’oeuvres, like wild boar chops and blueberry compote with a dark berry and hint of roasted game petite sirah—for instance. The experience of ingredients skillfully combined to complement one another is palate-changing. Gathered in front of the Rookwood Pottery fireplace under the watchful eyes of Sprudel, this wine tasting event is also the opportunity to relive a little of the history that built this grand hotel.

September
28

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

8:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

September
28

Movie Under the Stars (French Lick)

1 hour prior to sunset
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
Take a train ride to our outdoor movie area for a relaxing family experience. The train will depart around 1 hour prior to sunset with a 35 minute trip to the movie area. Refreshments are available and guests are encouraged to bring blankets or folding lawn chairs. Check website for exact departure time and movie listings.

September
28

Valley Produce Market (French Lick)

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Featuring fresh produce, homemade treats and locally crafted items on the French Lick Town Green.

September
28

Fall Foliage Wine Cruise (Patoka Lake)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Unspoiled views of Patoka Lake fall foliage, combined with Indiana wines and hors d'oeuvres/dessert pairings, make for a relaxing autumn afternoon aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Admission includes five to seven tastings of wine, two full glasses of your favorite wine and a souvenir wine glass. Reservations required.

October
1 - 31

Fall Getaway at Big Splash Adventure (French Lick)

Varies
Phone: 877-936-3866
www.bigsplashadventure.com
Halloween activities, contests and safe trick-or-treating are just the beginning during this fun filled month at Big Splash Adventure!

October
1 - 31

Wilstem Ranch Pumpkin Patch (French Lick)

Varies
Phone: 812-936-4484
www.wilstemranch.com
Hop into our large hay wagon and take a ride up to our pumpkin patch at Wilstem Ranch. Pick out a pumpkin and experience some other fun family activities amidst the fabulous fall foliage! Admission price includes the choice of a pumpkin. Wilstem Ranch is situated on 1,100 sprawling acres of beautiful woods and fields, offering horseback riding, over 30 miles of hiking and biking trails and zip lines.

October
2 - 6

46th Annual Orange County Pumpkin Festival (West Baden)

Varies
Join in on the fun as we celebrate the 46th Annual Orange County Pumpkin Festival. Carnival, food booths, vendor booths, flea market, craft market, town-wide yard sale, games, entertainment & more!

October
2

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

October
4 - 5

Psycho-Path (French Lick)

From Dusk til Midnight
Phone: 812-936-2354
www.sleepingbearretreat.com
Do you dare to walk the Psycho~Path? From Dusk til Midnight every Friday & Saturday in October at Sleeping Bear Retreat, located at
2773 South County Road 1000 West, French Lick.

Children under 14 should not attend without an adult. The Psycho~Path is not for the weak hearted. The Psycho~Path is in the woods with big hills and obstacles so it is not handicap accessible.

October
4

Beer Cruise (Patoka Lake)

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Unspoiled views of Patoka Lake sunsets, combined with Upland Brewery beers and food pairings, make for a relaxing summer evening aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Admission includes five tastings of Indiana hand-crafted beers paired with five foods. Reservations required.

October
4

First Friday's in French Lick (French Lick)

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Phone: 812-936-6230
www.frenchlickartisan.com
Tours, special events, featured artists, specials, music and fun! Stroll the streets of downtown French Lick enjoying the art and rich history of the area.

October
4 - 6

Louisville Concours d'Elegance at West Baden Springs Hotel (West Baden)

Varies
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
“Marque” your calendar now for the inaugural Louisville Concourse d’Elegance on the grounds of West Baden Springs Hotel at French Lick Resort. Travel back in time and marvel as the Packard is featured in its classic 1920’s setting. Featuring a Great Gatsby Gala, scenic driving tour, VIP facilities, kids & cars tent and entertainment.

October
5 - 6

Wild West Hold-Ups (French Lick)

1:00 pm & 4:00 pm
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
The train robbin’ bandits, known as the Lost River Renegades, strike again on the French Lick Express last Friday afternoon. They boarded the train and took wallets and purses from each of the travelers. They also lifted the payroll strong box that was being transported on board, leavin’ a heap of hard workin’ locals with no compensation. Local Marshalls are lookin’ for a few brave souls to deputize and climb aboard the next train ride to help catch these scoundrels.

October
5

Fall Foliage Wine Cruise (Patoka Lake)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Unspoiled views of Patoka Lake fall foliage, combined with Indiana wines and hors d'oeuvres/dessert pairings, make for a relaxing autumn afternoon aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Admission includes five to seven tastings of wine, two full glasses of your favorite wine and a souvenir wine glass. Reservations required.

October
5

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

9:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

October
6

Sunday Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Join us for a relaxing 2-hour excursion of beautiful Patoka Lake aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Light snacks, tea & lemonade included. Cash bar available. Reservations required.

October
9

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

October
11 - 12

Psycho-Path (French Lick)

From Dusk til Midnight
Phone: 812-936-2354
www.sleepingbearretreat.com
Do you dare to walk the Psycho~Path? From Dusk til Midnight every Friday & Saturday in October at Sleeping Bear Retreat, located at
2773 South County Road 1000 West, French Lick.

Children under 14 should not attend without an adult. The Psycho~Path is not for the weak hearted. The Psycho~Path is in the woods with big hills and obstacles so it is not handicap accessible.

October
12

Fall Foliage Wine Cruise (Patoka Lake)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Unspoiled views of Patoka Lake fall foliage, combined with Indiana wines and hors d'oeuvres/dessert pairings, make for a relaxing autumn afternoon aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Admission includes five to seven tastings of wine, two full glasses of your favorite wine and a souvenir wine glass. Reservations required.

October
12 - 13

Art on the Green (French Lick)

Saturday10:00 am - 6:00 pm and Sunday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Phone: 812-936-6230
www.frenchlickart.blogspot.com
Find unique works of art by regional artists and craftsmen. Meet the artists and watch demonstrations daily. Featuring ceramic art, garden art, jewelry, lapidary art, metal art, photography, primitive dolls, textiles and much more. Entertainment daily. Food and fun for the whole family. Event located on the French Lick Town Green across from the French Lick Resort on State Road 56.

October
12

Fall Fun Fest in the Park (Orleans)

TBA
Phone: 812-865-9930
www.historicorleans.com
Pancake breakfast, Harvest Fair, cider making, antique tractors, corn hole, chili cook-off, children's activities, historical walking tour, entertainment, food and much more. Located in the heart of Orleans on the Downtown Historic Congress Square.

October
12

Twilight Tour (West Baden)

7:00 pm
Phone: 812-936-5870
www.historiclandmarks.org
Costumed interpreters portraying pivotal characters from the hotel’s fabled past. Reservations required. Sponsored by Indiana Landmarks.

October
12

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

9:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

October
12 - 13

Pumpkin Patch Express (French Lick)

4:00 pm
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
Join us for a whimsical trip on the Pumpkin Patch Express to our very own pumpkin patch at the French Lick Scenic Rail Road! A fun filled family outing to pick out your own pumpkin! You will also have lots of opportunities to take photos to commemorate the fall season.

October
12

2nd Annual Orange County HomeGrown 5K Run/Walk (Orleans)

10:00 am
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
2nd Annual 5K Run/Walk to support the Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Markets. Event coincides with the Orleans Farmers Market and Orleans Fall Fun Fest on Historic Congress Square.

October
12

2nd Annual Orange County HomeGrown 5K Run/Walk (Orleans)

10:00 am
info@orangecountyhomegrown.org
Join fellow runners and walkers during the 2nd Annual Orange County HomeGrown 5K Run/Walk benefiting our markets. Information can be obtained via email.

October
16

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

October
18 - 19

Psycho-Path (French Lick)

From Dusk til Midnight
Phone: 812-936-2354
www.sleepingbearretreat.com
Do you dare to walk the Psycho~Path? From Dusk til Midnight every Friday & Saturday in October at Sleeping Bear Retreat, located at
2773 South County Road 1000 West, French Lick.

Children under 14 should not attend without an adult. The Psycho~Path is not for the weak hearted. The Psycho~Path is in the woods with big hills and obstacles so it is not handicap accessible.

October
18 - 19

Autumn Getaway Weekend (Patoka Lake)

Varies
Phone: 812-685-2447
www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/3261.htm
Crafts & games, campsite decorating, Dutch Oven Cook-Off competition, pet parade & pet costume contest, nature programs, cast iron chili, pumpkin carving, face painting and much more during this two day event!

October
19

Fall Foliage Wine Cruise (Patoka Lake)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Unspoiled views of Patoka Lake fall foliage, combined with Indiana wines and hors d'oeuvres/dessert pairings, make for a relaxing autumn afternoon aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Admission includes five to seven tastings of wine, two full glasses of your favorite wine and a souvenir wine glass. Reservations required.

October
19 - 20

Pumpkin Patch Express (French Lick)

4:00 pm
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
Join us for a whimsical trip on the Pumpkin Patch Express to our very own pumpkin patch at the French Lick Scenic Rail Road! A fun filled family outing to pick out your own pumpkin! You will also have lots of opportunities to take photos to commemorate the fall season.

October
19

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

9:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

October
20

Sunday Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Join us for a relaxing 2-hour excursion of beautiful Patoka Lake aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Light snacks, tea & lemonade included. Cash bar available. Reservations required.

October
23

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

October
25 - 26

Psycho-Path (French Lick)

From Dusk til Midnight
Phone: 812-936-2354
www.sleepingbearretreat.com
Do you dare to walk the Psycho~Path? From Dusk til Midnight every Friday & Saturday in October at Sleeping Bear Retreat, located at
2773 South County Road 1000 West, French Lick.

Children under 14 should not attend without an adult. The Psycho~Path is not for the weak hearted. The Psycho~Path is in the woods with big hills and obstacles so it is not handicap accessible.

October
25

Movie Under the Stars (French Lick)

1 hour prior to sunset
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
Take a train ride to our outdoor movie area for a "Horrific" experience. The train will depart around 1 hour prior to sunset with a 35 minute trip to the movie area. Refreshments are available and guests are encouraged to bring blankets or folding lawn chairs. Check website for exact departure time. This train will be restricted to ages 21 & up and the movie playing will be "The Rocky Horror Picture Show".

October
25

Wine Tasting at West Baden Springs Hotel (West Baden)

8:00 pm
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
The West Baden Springs Hotel Wine Tasting event is a must for those who enjoy wine and even those who don’t. Unless you were born in Italy, France or California, wine feels complicated. Either you know something about grapes and varietals or you don’t. They can be intimidating. Whether you enjoy a glass every now and then or have dedicated a portion of your basement as a wine cellar, this is a fun and interesting event—perhaps the chance to do something a little out of your comfort zone. Hosted by Derrick Miller, Assistant Food & Beverage Manager and Sous Chef, Ryan West, both red and white, that are paired with interesting and sometimes unusual hors d’oeuvres. They expertly shuffle from one course to the next with genuine enthusiasm for the art and science of coupling superior wines with exotic hors d’oeuvres, like wild boar chops and blueberry compote with a dark berry and hint of roasted game petite sirah—for instance. The experience of ingredients skillfully combined to complement one another is palate-changing. Gathered in front of the Rookwood Pottery fireplace under the watchful eyes of Sprudel, this wine tasting event is also the opportunity to relive a little of the history that built this grand hotel.

October
26

Fall Foliage Wine Cruise (Patoka Lake)

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Unspoiled views of Patoka Lake fall foliage, combined with Indiana wines and hors d'oeuvres/dessert pairings, make for a relaxing autumn afternoon aboard the Patoka Voyager cruise boat. Admission includes five to seven tastings of wine, two full glasses of your favorite wine and a souvenir wine glass. Reservations required.

October
26

Orange County HomeGrown Farmers Market (Orleans)

9:00 am - Noon
www.orangecountyhomegrown.org
Locally grown produce, baked goods, local handcrafted items, Buck-A-Book trailer, jammer tent, Master Gardener, and fun family activities. Sponsored by Orange County HomeGrown.

October
30

Patoka Lake Tour (Patoka Lake)

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone: 888-819-6916
www.patokalakemarina.com
Experience this breathtaking tour of Patoka Lake. Search for Osprey, Bald Eagles and other wildlife as you cruise the lake in style. Listen to stories from the past and learn about the history surrounding the 2nd largest man-made lake in Indiana. Reservations recommended.

November
1

First Friday's in French Lick (French Lick)

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Phone: 812-936-6230
www.frenchlickartisan.com
Tours, special events, featured artists, specials, music and fun! Stroll the streets of downtown French Lick enjoying the art and rich history of the area.

November
8 - 10

The Polar Express (French Lick)

5:30 pm & 7:30 pm
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
All aboard! Inspired by the Warner Bros. film and award winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, the magic of The Polar Express comes to life. Read along with the story as the train makes its magical round-trip journey to the North Pole. Meet Santa and enjoy caroling, hot cocoa, a treat and a special gift for each child. Families are encouraged to wear their pajamas!

November
9

Holiday PJ’s 5K – Family Fun Run/Walk (West Baden)

9:00 am
Southernindiana5Kseries@gmail.com
Suit up in your most festively themed pajamas for this high energy kick-off to Southern Indiana’s holiday season. Request a registration form via email to participate.

November
9

Pioneer Holiday Craft Workshop (Patoka Lake)

9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Phone: 812-685-2447
www.in.gov/dnr/parklake/3261.htm
Create holiday gifts and decorations for you or a friend. Fun crafts for the kids! Call the Visitor Center for details and fee information.

November
9 - 30

Experience French Lick Magic (French Lick)

Varies
A celebration of the holiday season. See, stay, shop and play every weekend in November. Light and Music show every weekend on the Town Green. Local merchants will have extended hours in addition to special holiday events.

November
15 - 17

The Polar Express (French Lick)

5:30 pm & 7:30 pm
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
All aboard! Inspired by the Warner Bros. film and award winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, the magic of The Polar Express comes to life. Read along with the story as the train makes its magical round-trip journey to the North Pole. Meet Santa and enjoy caroling, hot cocoa, a treat and a special gift for each child. Families are encouraged to wear their pajamas!

November
22 - 24

The Polar Express (French Lick)

5:30 pm & 7:30 pm
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
All aboard! Inspired by the Warner Bros. film and award winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, the magic of The Polar Express comes to life. Read along with the story as the train makes its magical round-trip journey to the North Pole. Meet Santa and enjoy caroling, hot cocoa, a treat and a special gift for each child. Families are encouraged to wear their pajamas!

November
22

Wine Tasting at West Baden Springs Hotel (West Baden)

8:00 pm
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
The West Baden Springs Hotel Wine Tasting event is a must for those who enjoy wine and even those who don’t. Unless you were born in Italy, France or California, wine feels complicated. Either you know something about grapes and varietals or you don’t. They can be intimidating. Whether you enjoy a glass every now and then or have dedicated a portion of your basement as a wine cellar, this is a fun and interesting event—perhaps the chance to do something a little out of your comfort zone. Hosted by Derrick Miller, Assistant Food & Beverage Manager and Sous Chef, Ryan West, both red and white, that are paired with interesting and sometimes unusual hors d’oeuvres. They expertly shuffle from one course to the next with genuine enthusiasm for the art and science of coupling superior wines with exotic hors d’oeuvres, like wild boar chops and blueberry compote with a dark berry and hint of roasted game petite sirah—for instance. The experience of ingredients skillfully combined to complement one another is palate-changing. Gathered in front of the Rookwood Pottery fireplace under the watchful eyes of Sprudel, this wine tasting event is also the opportunity to relive a little of the history that built this grand hotel.

November
22

Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony (French Lick)

7:00 pm
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
Join in on the festivities as French Lick Resort lights the grounds of the French Lick Springs Hotel for the kick-off of the holiday season! Caroling, hot chocolate, a visit by Santa Claus and fireworks.

November
23

Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony (West Baden)

7:00 pm
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
Join the celebration as French Lick Resort lights the beautifully decorated Christmas tree inside the West Baden Springs Hotel grand atrium.

November
28

Thanksgiving Celebration (French Lick)

Varies
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
Bring the whole family and enjoy full Thanksgiving Day spreads at both the French Lick and West Baden Springs Hotels.

November
29 - 30

The Polar Express (French Lick)

5:30 pm & 7:30 pm
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
All aboard! Inspired by the Warner Bros. film and award winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, the magic of The Polar Express comes to life. Read along with the story as the train makes its magical round-trip journey to the North Pole. Meet Santa and enjoy caroling, hot cocoa, a treat and a special gift for each child. Families are encouraged to wear their pajamas!

November
30

2nd Annual Light Parade (French Lick)

Dusk
Enjoy the 2nd Annual Light Parade through downtown French Lick!

December
1

The Polar Express (French Lick)

5:30 pm & 7:30 pm
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
All aboard! Inspired by the Warner Bros. film and award winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, the magic of The Polar Express comes to life. Read along with the story as the train makes its magical round-trip journey to the North Pole. Meet Santa and enjoy caroling, hot cocoa, a treat and a special gift for each child. Families are encouraged to wear their pajamas!

December
1 - 16

Experience French Lick Magic (French Lick)

Varies
A celebration of the holiday season. See, stay, shop and play every weekend in November. Light and Music show every weekend on the Town Green. Local merchants will have extended hours in addition to special holiday events.

December
6 - 8

The Polar Express (French Lick)

5:30 pm & 7:30 pm
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
All aboard! Inspired by the Warner Bros. film and award winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, the magic of The Polar Express comes to life. Read along with the story as the train makes its magical round-trip journey to the North Pole. Meet Santa and enjoy caroling, hot cocoa, a treat and a special gift for each child. Families are encouraged to wear their pajamas!

December
6

First Friday's in French Lick (French Lick)

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Phone: 812-936-6230
www.frenchlickartisan.com
Tours, special events, featured artists, specials, music and fun! Stroll the streets of downtown French Lick enjoying the art and rich history of the area.

December
13 - 15

The Polar Express (French Lick)

5:30 pm & 7:30 pm
Phone: 800-748-7246
www.frenchlickscenicrailway.org
All aboard! Inspired by the Warner Bros. film and award winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, the magic of The Polar Express comes to life. Read along with the story as the train makes its magical round-trip journey to the North Pole. Meet Santa and enjoy caroling, hot cocoa, a treat and a special gift for each child. Families are encouraged to wear their pajamas!

December
14

Christmas on the Square (Orleans)

Dusk
Phone: 812-865-9930
www.historicorleans.com
Twinkling lights, Santa and Mrs. Claus, storytelling, children's crafts, live nativity, musical entertainment food and so much more. Located in the heart of Orleans on Historic Congress Square.

December
25

Christmas Celebration (French Lick)

Varies
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
At French Lick Resort, experience a sparkling Holiday Wonderland, take in the sounds of the season, create memories to last a lifetime and indulge in special Christmas Day feasts available through a variety of venues.

December
27

Wine Tasting at West Baden Springs Hotel (West Baden)

8:00 pm
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
The West Baden Springs Hotel Wine Tasting event is a must for those who enjoy wine and even those who don’t. Unless you were born in Italy, France or California, wine feels complicated. Either you know something about grapes and varietals or you don’t. They can be intimidating. Whether you enjoy a glass every now and then or have dedicated a portion of your basement as a wine cellar, this is a fun and interesting event—perhaps the chance to do something a little out of your comfort zone. Hosted by Derrick Miller, Assistant Food & Beverage Manager and Sous Chef, Ryan West, both red and white, that are paired with interesting and sometimes unusual hors d’oeuvres. They expertly shuffle from one course to the next with genuine enthusiasm for the art and science of coupling superior wines with exotic hors d’oeuvres, like wild boar chops and blueberry compote with a dark berry and hint of roasted game petite sirah—for instance. The experience of ingredients skillfully combined to complement one another is palate-changing. Gathered in front of the Rookwood Pottery fireplace under the watchful eyes of Sprudel, this wine tasting event is also the opportunity to relive a little of the history that built this grand hotel.

December
31

Splash Into New Year's (French Lick)

Varies
Phone: 877-936-3866
www.bigsplashadventure.com
Ring in the New Year at either of our two celebrations intended for families of all ages. Food, prizes, and entertainment as one year ends and another begins. Call to make reservations today!

December
31

New Year's Eve Celebration (French Lick)

Varies
Phone: 888-936-9360
www.frenchlick.com
Whether seeking a luxurious, festive party or something just for the kids, New Year’s Eve activities at French Lick Resort will help you ring in the New Year.

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