One of two parks dedicated to local area firefighters is located on Hoyt Avenue across from…read moreFirestation No. 3. The triangular park has a memorial section sponsored by the local firefighters union which has flags, a paved and engraved setting, and several adornments like miniature fire hydrants and bald eagles. There is also a miniature statue of a fireman rescuing a child on site. There are some shade trees and a bench on either side of the memorial. Review #928

This is something you don't see everyday. Like a spare oar along that lines. This is like you just…read morestepped back into time in civil war days. Women men children all acting in costume. It's a sun event for all ages. Their shopping there is food this is there are even cannonballs going off. 100% a good time.

If you travel around the country taking time to look for historic sites and monuments, then you may…read morebe familiar with Spirit of the American Doughboy. This bronze was added to the courthouse lawn in Winchester in 1928 and restored during the 1990's. Although it is not the original, it is a casting of the original which was created by artist/sculptor Ernest Moore Viquesney who was born in Spencer, Indiana. Viquesney's sculpture was so famous that it became the most replicated statue for World War I. The term Doughboy is meant to designate an American Soldier, particularly from the World War I era. There are several origins of the term without any definitive answer. The bronze carries a rifle in its left hand and is holding a grenade (I think) aloft in its right hand. Review #2590

Love pouring the Yelp love on businesses from my hometown neck of the woods. Our post office may be…read moreon the tiny and humble side but that's the way I like it. Similar to airports, sometimes smaller is better. Keep it easy to navigate with friendly staff, short lines, easy parking and no frills. Located right on the state line of Union City, Indiana and Ohio, the Union City post office has your classic small town post office curb appeal. Handicap accessible with drop off bins behind the building. On the inside you'll find a small beautiful mural along the one wall while you wait your turn (if there even is a wait).

A nice renovated branch library on the North side of Muncie. The Frank Lloyd Wright architecture…read morestyle has always been appealing to me. Plenty of parking is offered. A drive up up book drop off is offered on the parking lot side. The library floor plan is on the smaller side, but still has many volumes including a Children's area. The building was renovated 25 years ago and still looks great! I would recommend a visit.

I was in Anderson recently for a work obligation and it gave me the opportunity to check out…read moreAnderson University's Centennial Prayer Labyrinth. If you've followed me for any length of time, you already know that I am a lover of labyrinths and enjoy discovering the ones located in Indiana or in other cities that I visit. The Anderson University Labyrinth was developed in 2018 as part of the university's 100th anniversary celebration. It's an 11-circuit Chartres design that is 42-feet in diameter. It's located directly north of the soccer field in a tree-lined field. It's also behind the Fine Arts Building. It's a beautiful setting and five years after its construction I have to say it's also being beautifully maintained. As is true of most labyrinths, the labyrinth here is very much considered a place for prayer and meditation. It was initially opened during Homecoming and Family Weekend in 2018 and is a public, outdoor, and permanent labyrinth. It's made of acid-stained concrete and my understanding is that it was one of the last outdoor labyrinths made by Paxworks. The Centennial Prayer Labyrinth continues to be appreciated by the university. During my visit, I saw a couple of other people stop by and spend some time on it. Anderson is only 43 miles from Indianapolis and lovers of labyrinths would do well to check this one out. As a side note, this is not the only labyrinth in Anderson as First United Methodist Church also has one located inside Davis Park. The circuits themselves are not wide enough for a wheelchair, however, the labyrinth itself is easily accessible and I had little difficulty honoring the intent of a labyrinth while using it. While I'm not quite sure I consider this to be a "destination" labyrinth, for those within Madison County it's a welcome addition to the spiritual traditions at Anderson University and a labyrinth to which I look forward to returning in the near future.

Weiler Plaza is a small community gathering park across from the Blackford County Courthouse in…read moreHartford City. The green space is filled with several covered picnic tables, benches and a brick stage. The space is ideal for bringing lunch and meeting friends. Most notable, are several metal sculptures by the late local artist, Pat MacAtee. "Dancing Man" is an animated sculpture that light up and dances. "Goliath" is a huge rust covered guitar. And "The Globe" is a wire and metal sculpture of planet earth. The site is host to holiday and community celebrations. Street parking is available around the park.