By Pam Howard ITWPA Member Is it possible to have a fun weekend in a small town just south of Indianapolis? You bet. The small town of Franklin Indiana, population 24,000, is full of interesting places to visit. Farm animal yoga? Salvage shopping? Art Deco theater? You’ll find all this and more along with some excellent restaurants. If you need to get out of the city, … [Read more...] about Fun in Franklin Indiana
Volume #12, Issue #1 – January 2019
Logan Martin Lake, a Peaceful Alabama Getaway
By Vicki V. Johnson Located approximately 30-miles east of Birmingham Alabama, the lake borders St. Clair and Talladega counties as a 17,000-acre reservoir. Built by the Alabama Power Company in 1965 and positioned in east-central Alabama on the Coosa River, Logan Martin Lake is a place of beauty and serenity that encompasses everything from luxurious real estate to vast … [Read more...] about Logan Martin Lake, a Peaceful Alabama Getaway
The Iowa State Fair—Harmony in the Heartland
By James P. Thomas ITWPA member The moment I stepped off the shuttle bus, all five senses were immediately awakened. The bright, warm summer sun touched my cheeks and almost obscured my view of the multitude of booths, food stands, and the throngs of people walking the midway. A cornucopia of aromas created by beef barbeque, pork chops, and deep-fried twinkies engaged … [Read more...] about The Iowa State Fair—Harmony in the Heartland
Austin BBQ Joint Sways Vegetarian
By Jennifer Hess ITWPA member Weird things do happen in Austin, a city known for its exciting restaurants, deep in the heart of Texas, famous for meat, BBQ and big everything. So, what’s a vegetarian to do when the whole workshop gang votes to grab lunch near the hotel and walks to a rustic little place touting 40-years of award-winning Texas BBQ? Well, when in … [Read more...] about Austin BBQ Joint Sways Vegetarian