The theatre is alive and well in north central Indiana. The Elkhart Civic Theatre, located at the…read morehistoric Bristol Opera House in Bristol, IN, continues to put on tremendous show after tremendous show. Gleaning talent from the area, the theatre continues to put on top level shows year after year. It is almost a given, also, that their talents land them in state, regional or national competitions on a regular basis. Whether it's a comedy, drama, musical or childrens' production, they do just a fantastic job. Great directors, a wonderful historic venue, which also includes the renovated Lerner Theatre in Elkhart, makes it a great treat for the whole family. The new season has started, so get out there and take in one of the shows this season, which also includes Monty Python's 'Spamalot'..

Hands down the best community theatre in Elkhart County and definitely one of the best in the…read morecountry. There are so many talented people in this place and the ticket prices are a steal for live theatre. Dinner at Miles and then a show at the Opera House make a GREAT date night!

Elkhart, Indiana's Lerner Theatre is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2024. The theatre was…read moreopened by Harry E. Lerner on November 27th, 1924 and originally had 2,000 seats with vaudeville, big band, and theatrical revues dominating the schedule. As movies came into reality, the Lerner also hosted them. The Lerner has changed ownership several times throughout the years and actually went vacant in 1987 when then owner William Miller passed away. Eventually, the city of Elkhart bought it in an effort to ensure its preservation. A non-profit negotiated to actually run the theatre as a performing arts center and initial renovations began to include interior painting on the main floor, restoration of the Grand Lounge, ADA compliant restrooms, new carpeting, new seats and lighting. It became apparent, however, that the beloved Lerner needed much more if it was to become the downtown Elkhart landmark everyone wanted it to be. Over the next several years, studies took place and plans were developed. In 2008, the city committed $18 million to a complete renovation that was completed in 2011. The Lerner today is a magnificent theatre. The Lerner hosts everything from local groups to national acts like Rodney Carrington, Brad Williams, and a host of musicians and comics. In terms of accessibility, the Lerner Theatre has wheelchair accessible seating available for patrons and companions within regular theatre seats in multiple sections on the Main Floor of the theatre. We have additional options for seating in Main, Left and Right, Row AA, that would not be limited by the dimensions of the patron's mobility device. These seats are available for purchase, or upon request, from the box-office (in-person or by phone). As is often true of historic theatres, there is no wheelchair accessible seating in the balcony section. Restrooms are available and do meet ADA guidelines. The Lerner also offers a variety of assistive hearing devices. While generally animals are not allowed, exceptions include guide, sign or signal dogs to aide those with disabilities. The Lerner does offer concessions and you can take them into the theatre, however, they do ask that you open any items prior to entering the theatre. As the Lerner is downtown in Elkhart, there are dining options available and it's very possible to enjoy a night in downtown Elkhart. Fun fact: The Lerner has a 1924 Kimball pipe organ that is one of only three Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. It was restored in 2011. Free parking is available adjacent to The Lerner in the Civic Plaza Public Parking area and Marion Street Parking Garage. Tours are available - reservations are required and tours are $10.

first time and will not be last…read more.. great price/seat... phenomenal show!!! beverages very moderately priced, friendly staff...

A nice theatre without any of the frills. These are the old fold down seats - no recliners, no…read moreheat. It's like being back in.the old days! Friendly staff and very clean even in the bathrooms.

Great service, friendly helpful staff, and comfortable seats. Their movie screens and sound system…read moreis excellent. I highly recommend this theater.

Very disappointed, website says early September to pick honeycrisps, September 8 I believe. we…read morewaited until September 8th! We get there, they said they're all picked, we missed it! UMM not according to THEIR website! the other apples that were available weren't looking very good either. They said they're didn't have a lot of apples this year, I honestly think they picked what ones they did have that were good to sell outright. We've been here before and it was excellen. seems to have gone WAY DOWN hill for this year anywa.

Great place, call before you go to make sure they have what you want. Staff is very friendly.read more

My husband was dying of cancer. His last wish was to see his favorite band. He was on oxygen and…read morecould not stand in line and needed to sit down. I asked Julie for him to be able to sit in a chair in the back before I purchased tickets for us. She said no, no exceptions. My husband passed away shortly after. We were long time customers there and did not expect the cold hearted treatment we received.

Ignition is a really cool place, and their selection is one of the best in the Michiana area…read more The shop is clean, well-lit, and very organized. They are knowledgeable about not only the music they sell, but also about parts for turntables and speakers. The owners and employees are super friendly and engaging, which is what you would expect out of a shop in downtown Goshen. The prices, however. Yeesh. So much of their used vinyl is marked up way higher than it should be. It's become a fun "window shopping" record store for me, but it's very difficult to justify the cost when they are often charging 40-50% more than most other places for vinyl in similar condition.

I love this store! Everything in it is crafted by hand, organic, fair-trade, and somehow helps the…read more"little people" that have been left behind or disadvantaged by capitalism. From chocolate to teas to scarves (my favorite items in the store), to home furnishings, they feature items that nobody else has or has seen. They're Mennonites, like me, and are a peaceful non-aggressive lot, so you don't need to worry about getting pitched on a bridge for sale in Brooklyn.

I love this shop. It always has a great selection of neat imports.read more

Tucked in off a street in Bristol, IN, is a place for serenity and a short walk through beautiful…read moregardens. The stone path leads to one of the 26 area heritage trail quilt gardens. Along the pathway, you will be shaded. These gardens include a huge ornamental lifelike mushroom with short sidekicks. Another photo worthy decoration is a wood carved cardinal next to a blue life sized Dutch windmill. The little park contains flowing water, a koi pond, scented roses, and multiple flora, as it winds up and down stairs on a stone pathway. Many artistic metal structures adorn the pathway. Definitely a place to visit!!!! I wish I lived closer.

For those who are fairly new in my world, you likely don't know about my long history as an…read moreactivist in the area of violence prevention with a strong emphasis on child abuse and sexual violence prevention. Since 1989, I've traveled over 6,000 miles in my wheelchair and raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for a wide variety of organizations. I spend a lot of my wheeling time in Indiana - my home state and lifelong home. Among my favorite places to go in Indiana is Elkhart County, a Northeastern Indiana jewel filled with magnificent trails, a strong Amish community, a number of historic peace churches, and a vibe that just really clicks with me. My favorite trail in Indiana is the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail that winds its way through four Elkhart County communities and runs a bit over a marathon in terms of length. You get to visit a variety of cool small towns and will likely see some Amish folks on their bicycles. Quite honestly, it's awesome. If you stop in Middlebury, and I always do as I have multiple friends there, you can take a break along the trail here at the Krider World's Fair Gardens. For once, this is not small town braggadocio. Krider World's Fair Garden started out its life as a 1934 World's Fair exhibit and has been meticulously maintained ever since. I won't say it's "the" pride of Middlebury, but it's certainly one of the things of which the community is most proud. This is a botanical garden that weaves together gentle walking paths, a quilt garden exhibit, iconic structures, and facilities that include waterfalls, picnic tables, viewing benches, a gazebo, and a swing arbor. The park itself is really only about 2.4 acres. It's not a huge place, but it's a beautiful place. It can be rented for special events, weddings, and photography needs. If you're on the Pumpkinvine, then you'll run into this area as a perfect place to stop and rest and enjoy a beautiful part of Middlebury. The biggest city in Elkhart County is, in fact, Elkhart itself. But, a visit to Elkhart County isn't complete without visiting places like Goshen, Middlebury, and Shipshewana. Yes, I'll admit that it can get a bit touristy but it's a friendly community and a place I absolutely love to visit. This part of the state has about 2 dozen quilt gardens. A "quilt garden" means that they lay the quilts out in a pattern that changes each season. You can also see "Garden With a Cause" here, a garden devoted to charities and local organizations improving the lives of the people of Middlebury. They have a replica of the "Sunrise Bench," a bench that was included in the World's Fair Exhibit and there's a Statue of Hebe and a Water Wheel House among other attractions. If you're in Elkhart County, a stop at Krider World's Fair Garden just really needs to happen. I have some photos, but I'm still trying to find them from past tours. When I do, I'll post my own photos but you can definitely capture the garden's vibe in the available photos here.

I am a Level 2 Reiki Practitioner who has taken Bernadette's online courses and received my Reiki…read moreLevel 1 and 2 distant attunements by Bernadette. She is knowledgeable 6teacher and mentor and has always been available for questions. She goes above and beyond to provide you with more than simple basics. She provides an abundance of bonus information. I was surprised by intensity of the energy I experienced during my first distant attunement. I could feel Bernadette's presence and energy in a profound way. I could feel the heat from her hands and saw bright colors. I was also surprised by how in-depth the Distance Reiki Workshop was. I was challenged to grow in knowledge and confidence. I am also grateful to have been attuned to several non-traditional symbols. I highly recommend Bernadette's online course to anyone. Being able to practice daily reiki has been life changing for me.

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