What's Happening in Wayne County?

Richmond Columbian Properties to Host Historic Preservation Conference on June 14th

New WayNet member, Richmond Columbian Properties, Inc. will host a historic preservation conference on June 14, 2012 at the William G. Scott House. The conference will feature nationally known preservationist Donavan Rypkema. Additional guest speakers will present positive solutions to shrinking cities. Visit Richmond Columbian Properties new website to download a reservation form for the conference and to learn more about the William G. Scott home on North 10th Street in Richmond, which is operated by Richmond Columbian Properties.

The Oak Ridge Boys to Perform Two Shows at Civic Hall Performing Arts Center

The Oak Ridge Boys will bring the house down during two performaces at Civic Hall Performing Arts Center on Saturday, May 19th. Call the box office now to reserve your tickets for either the 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. performance. Tickets are $32. For more information, call the box office at 765.973.3350.

Relay for Life - May 19, 2012 at the Wayne County Fairgrounds

Area Relay for Life teams will start their 24 hour marathon at the Wayne County Fairgrounds at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, May 19th. There is still time to join the fun! Simply fillout the online form. You can form a new team or join an existing team to support the American Cancer Society.

Welcome New WayNet Member: Richmond State Hospital

Since 1890, the Richmond State Hospital has offered hope to those who struggled with mental illness in Indiana. Visit the website of our new WayNet member - which you can always find under on the "Health" page - to learn more about the history and beautiful buildings that are included in the area you may still hear locals call "East Haven". If you're job searching, be sure to check their link on WayNet's employment page!

Ride Your Bike - Reward Yourself with Breakfast! Saturday, May 19th

If you've been looking for a good excuse to take ride on the Cardinal Greenway, how about a fresh, hot, yummy breakfast?! On Saturday, May 19th from 7:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. , the Williamsburg Lions Club will be serving an all-you-can-eat breakfast featuring pancakes, sausage and sausage gravy, biscuits, scrambled eggs, coffee, orange juice and milk, at the Williamsburge Community Center, just a few steps south of the trail. Of course, they'll feed those of you who want to drive there too! The cost is only $5. For more information, call 765.886.5614.

EDC Launches New Website: Bright Side

The Economic Development Corporation of Wayne County has launched a new website for their BrightSide initative. The BrightSide is a campaign focused on the positive stories of hardworking, caring and conscientious people who are quietly improving the fabric of our Wayne County community. It's not about large corporations, but the real-life stories of people behind the corporations. All citizens are encouraged to participate and share what they see as the bright side of Wayne County - in words or by placing a hot-spot on the map.

Richmond Farmer's Market Open Each Tuesday and Saturday

The Richmond Farmer's Market has returned for the season, offering fresh, local produce, flowers and plants, baked goods and crafts from area farmers and artisans. The Market is open each Tuesday from 3 to 6 p.m. in the parking lot of the Historic Depot on North E Street and on Saturday from 7 a.m. to 12 Noon in the parking lot across from Morrisson-Reeves Library on North Sixth Street in Richmond. For more information, call 765.373.9065.

Positive Place Initiative - Community Information Survey

You are invited to participate in a research study designed to gather information about what attaches individuals to the Richmond/Wayne County community. This Survey is a joint effort by representatives from Richmond's colleges and universities, K-12 schools, non-profits, city and county governments, media, health and business communities. Please click on this link and share your ideas and comments about the area. The Positive Place Initiative in Wayne County collects honest opinions and stories that illustrate opinions from people of all ages that live, work and/or go to school here. We are asking your help with the project. Results gathered from the survey throughout the community will be used to identify positive attributes/strengths we want to build on and negative attributes/weaknesses we need to address.

May 17, 2012: Richmond Social

Network with other area professionals and learn about using social media for your business at events organized by Richmond Social. Most events are free, but do require registration. Visit their website to learn about upcoming events or follow them on Facebook or Twitter!

Richmond Summer Parks and Recreation Guide

Visit the City of Richmond website to download your free Summer 2012 Richmond Parks and Recreation Guide! There are lots of fun activities planned, including Neighborhood Movies, Movies on the Hill, Summer Concert Series, sports events, swim lessons and more. The guide also includes information on facility rentals.

Welcome to new WayNet Member: Simplify Systems

Please help us welcome our new member, Simplify Systems, a Cambridge City-based computer service and repair company operating in Wayne County and surrounding areas. Check their website for details on system tune-ups, virus and malware removal, hardware repair and upgrades, and operating system updates.

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