Author: normalmarlon
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Nappanee Apple Festival
I’ve lived in Michiana since 2013, but it wasn’t until today that I finally made it out to the Nappanee Apple Festival. The 49th annual event of this town with a population of less than 7,000 was everything I’ve heard it to be. Classic fair food trucks all over, carnival rides for the littles, vendors…
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Hamilton and Me
Last weekend I took advantage of an opportunity and it helped clear some things up for me. 2025 marks the 10th anniversary of the musical Hamilton (HamtilTen, if you will), and I treated myself to the 9:40am showing where they have heated recliners in every seat. Straight up, I genuinely believe that Hamilton, whose book…
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Oddballs Tattoos & Piercings!
Their 2nd birthday party is happening right now, Sunday July 13th, until 6pm in Elkhart, Indiana! Find them on Facebook here! There is a food truck and sweet treats and hair tinsel in the parking lot and piercing and ink specials happening inside! Established in 2023 the team consists of four artists: Annika May Walker,…
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Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff
Sunday, July 12th from 10am-5pm is the final day of this massive, FREE art fair in St Joseph, Michigan. Over 170 artists from all over Michigan and Indiana, but also from Illinois, Iowa, Tennessee, Pennsylvania among others is what you’ll be treated to along the bluff overlooking Lake Michigan. There’s plenty of space for all…
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Casual Chats: Just in Case Foundation
To learn more about the Just in Case Foundation, check out their blog here Kayla Borton, Founder Just In Case Founation email: justincasefoundation@gmail.com
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Feature: Just In Case Foundation
There is no easy or “best” way to lose a loved one. It hurts no matter how it happens. Some say that losing older relatives who lived a long, prosperous life are “easier” to deal with. Others may say losing the love of your life may be the worst. I think it’s safe to say…
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Being seen
A few weeks ago I was asked to take headshots with a campus staff photographer and they did just that. They took some headshots. But after talking with a photographer friend who knows me a bit better, we agreed that I needed headshots that better capture and convey who I am. So we took care…
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South Bend Roller Derby at the Fairgrounds
Last summer at South Bend Pride I ran into someone who I hadn’t seen in a couple years. They were there promoting the South Bend Roller Derby, so of course I popped in for a hug that said “long time, no see” and asked more about SBRD. A couple months ago, a Facebook post announced…
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Casual Chats: Prith’s Mobile Auto Services
I had the chance to chat with Endi and Tommy Prith of Prith’s Mobile Auto Services! After serving in the United States Marine Corps, Tommy moved to Elkhart (where his mom was) where he met Endi. They started their family and as Endi gave back to the community as an ER Nurse, Tommy worked in…
