Commentary by Cindy Benedict
As summer draws to a close, many of us are preparing for autumn events. If you “fall” into this category, the City of Noblesville will keep your September busy.
September 12: The White River Celebration honors one of our most precious resources with the annual morning cleanup (cleanup volunteer slots are all full) and the Logan Street Bridge Fair from noon to 6 p.m. The fair features lots of art, live music and a beer garden, with booths highlighting the White River. Family fishing is hosted by Schwartz Bait & Tackle. The annual Noblesville Main Street Rubber Duck Race festivities begin at 5 p.m. Volunteers are still needed, so go to www.cityofnoblesville.org, and click the “volunteer” button to help. All volunteers receive a free lunch from Courtney’s Kitchen, and a variety of shifts are available. Duck Race tickets are available at many downtown businesses.
September 19: Start the day at the Farmer’s Market and then head to the Old Mill Festival, filling the square with artists and vendors. The Noblesville Preservation Alliance’s Tour of Historic Homes is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (rain or shine) featuring eight amazing homes. They’ve partnered with Sustain Noblesville, Recycle Force, and ProShred for a Recycling & Paper Shredding Event, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Ivy Tech parking lot. Watch as your paper is shredded for $5 a bag and bring your e-waste (electronics/anything with a cord) for free recycling. For more information on what is accepted, visit www.recycleforce.org.
And there is more … see a historic railroad car at Eighth and Logan Streets from the Indiana Transportation Museum, and an original 1935 Noblesville fire engine at the firehouse at Eighth and Maple Streets, or tour the historic First Presbyterian Church during their day-long ice cream social. Local Noblesville authors will be signing their books at various locations while Nickel Plate Arts, and Logan Street Sanctuary will host art shows and open houses. Find out details at http://www.noblesvillepreservation.com
September 25: Ok, this is more of a deadline … The second annual Scarecrow Contest entries are due to Noblesville Main Street. Decorate a downtown light pole for October. Open to all ages, individuals, families, groups, or businesses with no entry costs www.noblesvillemainstreet.org.
Cindy Benedict is the community engagement manager for the City of Noblesville. She may be reached at 770-2007 or [email protected]
