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The Weekly Special concluded its production in fall 2018; the page below is an archive.

WTIU continues its exploration of the Hoosier state with a new series, Journey Indiana.

Archive for December 2017

December 7, 2017

 

IN Words – Ciara Miller

Ciara Miller received her MFA and MA at IU, founding the Bloomington Indiana Poetry Slam Series to raise awareness and understanding during divisive times.

December 7, 2017

 

Gene Stratton-Porter

During her internationally-acclaimed career, Gene Stratton-Porter wrote 26 novels inspired by the beauty of the Limberlost Swamp near her Geneva, Indiana home.

December 7, 2017

 

Limberlost Wetlands Preserve

The Limberlost Wetlands Preserve features over 200 bird species residing in 1,800 acres of restored wetlands, including the Loblolly Marsh Nature Preserve.

December 14, 2017

 

Whitetail Acres’ Reindeer

For over 20 years, the Whitetail Acres Christmas tree farm, in Brookville, Indiana, has been home to the most unlikely Hoosier residents, reindeer!

December 14, 2017

 

Audubon Christmas Bird Count

Beginning in 1900, the Audubon Society's Christmas Bird Count is the longest-running citizen science bird project in the world, providing vital data each year.

December 14, 2017

 

The Elect

Inspired by roots rock, The Elect is gaining national attention, producing their latest album, "Greeting," with Grammy nominated Producer Paul Mayhern.

December 14, 2017

 

The Elect – “A Little Bite of Love”

Inspired by roots rock, The Elect performs "A Little Bite of Love", featured on their album, "Greeting," with Grammy nominated Producer Paul Mayhern.

December 14, 2017

 

The Elect – “Before I Cry”

Inspired by roots rock, The Elect performs "Before I Cry," featured on their album, "Greeting," with Grammy nominated Producer Paul Mayhern.

December 14, 2017

 

Lights Under Louisville

Each year, Louisville MEGA cavern is transformed into underground holiday light spectacular, with 17 miles of passageways and over 2,000,000 points of light.

December 21, 2017

 

Grannie’s Cookie Jars

In Metamora, visitors to Grannie's Cookie Jars and Ice Cream Parlor can enjoy more than just ice cream! It's home to the world's largest cookie jar collection!

December 21, 2017

 

Newfields’ Winterlights

With more than 1.2 million lights, Winterlights, a new event premiering at the Newfields estate in Indianapolis, is sure to become a Hoosier holiday tradition!

December 21, 2017

 

Wooden Wonders

Each year, the Central Indiana Wood Workers Club builds thousands of hand-crafted toys to hand out to deserving Indiana children throughout the holidays.

December 21, 2017

 

Santa Claus’ Roasted Chestnuts

For a decade, families have been able to celebrate the Christmas tradition of roasting chestnuts while visiting Santa Claus' favorite, Santa's Candy Castle.

December 21, 2017

 

Bryan Thompson – “The First Noel”

Acclaimed jazz saxophonist and Indianapolis native Bryan Thompson performs "The First Noel." Tune in next year to learn more about Bryan's incredible talent!

December 21, 2017

 

Bryan Thompson – “O Holy Night”

Acclaimed jazz saxophonist and Indianapolis native Bryan Thompson performs "O Holy Night." Tune in next year to learn more about Bryan's incredible talent!

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