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Ice skating rink at Ironworks Plaza in Mishawaka, Indiana, with seasonal public skating in winter and community events throughout the year. Ironworks Ice Rink Mishawaka, Indiana An ice skating rink located in the Ironworks Plaza, that also serves as an event space in the summer. Address 410 N Hill St, Mishawaka, IN 46544 Phone 574-258-1664 Admisson Ice skating tickets can be purchased online up to 5 minutes before the 90 minute start time. Contact & Links Events and activies for this location are posted by the Mishawaka Parks & Rec Dept. They actively update their Facebook page if you want to check there for new things happening. This page was last updated on Jul 9, 2026 About the author Corky Lorenz is a photographer based in Elkhart, Indiana, who documents parks, restaurants, festivals, and everyday places across Indiana and the Midwest. To request a visit or license images, email Corky at corkylorenz@gmail.com

Photo notes and a visitor walkthrough of the RV Hall of Fame Museum in Elkhart, Indiana. See vintage RV interiors, industry history, exhibits you can step into, and what makes this museum unique in the RV manufacturing hub of the country. RV Hall of Fame Museum A look at the RV Hall of Fame Museum in Elkhart, Indiana, with notes from a local visit and what you’ll actually see inside. What the museum is The RV Hall of Fame Museum is a large building in Elkhart, Indiana that combines industry history, vintage RV exhibits, and a library of archived materials from the RV and manufactured housing world. What you can do inside Many of the RVs on display can be stepped into and explored. Some of the older or more fragile ones are view-only, with ropes or signage keeping people outside. You can also look through models, written displays, and historical documents about early manufacturers and industry leaders. Why it exists in Elkhart Elkhart is the hub of RV manufacturing in the United States, so it makes sense that the industry chose to place its historical archive and museum here. When you visit, it’s obvious that the people running the museum take a lot of pride in that legacy. My impression as a visitor What I enjoy most is seeing each RV as a time capsule. The interiors tell you exactly what was trending when they were built. Older RVs show a lot more variety in layout, color, and materials, and the problem-solving behind tiny space design feels more creative. Newer RVs tend to feel standardized and muted, so it’s refreshing to walk into an exhibit full of warm wood, colored upholstery, and very specific design decisions you don’t see today. This page was last updated on Feb 5, 2026

Baskets Product link Supply List I got all my metal baskets from Meijer locally, but you can use any basket that looks like a shape you like. Coated metal is nice so it will last a while without rusting.

Afuri Ramen Boba Tea: Ramen, chicken curry, spring rolls, and milk tea at a downtown romantic spot in Elkhart, Indiana. Afuri Ramen Boba Tea Elkhart, Indiana Ramen, chicken curry, spring rolls, and milk tea at a downtown romantic spot. Address 129 S Main St, Elkhart, IN 46516 Phone 574-522-0733 Menu Black Garlic Tonkotsu Ramen Yuzu Shio Chicken Ramen Miso Vegetable & Tofu Ramen Hellfire Ramen Tsukemen (Dipping Ramen) Also available are the curry chicken dishes and braised beef rice. Popular appetizers include spring rolls, yakitori, and gyoza. See the full menu and ordering options on the Afuri Ramen website. This page was last updated on Jul 9, 2026 About the author Corky Lorenz is a photographer based in Elkhart, Indiana, who documents parks, restaurants, festivals, and everyday places across Indiana and the Midwest. To request a visit or license images, email Corky at corkylorenz@gmail.com

Casey's Gas Station: A truck-friendly gas station on CR 17, close to exit 96 off the toll road in Elkhart, Indiana. Casey's Gas Station Elkhart, Indiana A truck friendly gas station on CR 17, close to exit 96 off the toll road. Address 22045 Co Rd 6, Elkhart, IN 46514 Phone 574-221-6821 Notes Right across CR 17, from the entrance leading to the RV Hall of Fame , and the Northern Indiana Event Center. This page was last updated on Jul 9, 2026 About the author Corky Lorenz is a photographer based in Elkhart, Indiana, who documents parks, restaurants, festivals, and everyday places across Indiana and the Midwest. To request a visit or license images, email Corky at corkylorenz@gmail.com

RiverPark Inc: RiverPark is an Elkhart electronics distributor that supplies TVs, audio systems, speakers, backup cameras, and other OEM electronics. RiverPark Inc Elkhart, Indiana RiverPark is an Elkhart electronics distributor that supplies TVs, audio systems, speakers, backup cameras, and other OEM electronics for RV manufacturers and marine companies. This County Road 17 location is their main office and distribution site for the brands they represent. Address 21953 Protecta Dr, Elkhart, IN 46516 Phone 574-522-7781 RV Industry RiverPark handles RV and marine electronics, replacement parts, and product support for many major brands. People often visit their site for user manuals, setup instructions, and wiring guides. They supply electronics used in RVs, boats, commercial trucks, and manufactured housing. Products commonly include TVs, stereos, speakers, backup cameras, and display panels. This site manages distribution, customer service, and tech support for OEM partners in Elkhart County. This page was last updated on Jul 9, 2026 About the author Corky Lorenz is a photographer based in Elkhart, Indiana, who documents parks, restaurants, festivals, and everyday places across Indiana and the Midwest. To request a visit or license images, email Corky at corkylorenz@gmail.com

A historic hydroelectric dam in Elkhart, IN. It marks the separation between the upper and lower St. Joseph River, on Johnson Street. Johnson Street Dam Elkhart, Indiana A historic hydroelectric dam in Elkhart, IN. It marks the separation between the upper and lower St. Joseph River, on Johnson Street. Address 330 Johnson St, Elkhart, IN 46516 Phone (574) 236-1663 The Johnson Street Dam was originally constructed around 1913, according to documentation from the Elkhart Public Library . (Images below) At that time it was called the I&M Dam. The section of river flowing up to the dam is referred to as the upper St. Joe, and the section flowing after the dam is the lower St. Joe. You can see a video of the water flowing through the dam, in the Facebook reel , and join the conversation there. This page was last updated on Jul 9, 2026 About the author Corky Lorenz is a photographer based in Elkhart, Indiana, who documents parks, restaurants, festivals, and everyday places across Indiana and the Midwest. To request a visit or license images, email Corky at corkylorenz@gmail.com

Recent Blog Posts Tutorials for tie dye and sewing by Corky Lorenz. Cold Mist Cold mist tie dye is a fast way to make geode rings by sprinkling dry dye on a tied shirt and dissolving it with a cold water, then speed batching with a hot soak. Cloth Pad Videos A collection video links for how to sew cloth menstrual pads, for a variety of needs and learning styles. Cloth pad fabrics Here's a description and list of common types of fabrics used to sew your own washable menstrual pads. Hose Dye You can connect a garden hose to most utility sink faucets by removing the aerator and threading on a faucet-to-hose adapter. This only works if your faucet has a removable aerator, which exposes the standard threads needed for the adapter to screw into place. Bamboo fleece The best absorbent fabric for sewing cloth pads depends on what your goal is. My favorite, for being thin and soft, is 400 gsm bamboo fleece. Easy Swatches Test new tie dye colors on small paper towel samples to see how they actually look when wet, including any splits, before using them on fabric. Snaps An overview of using plastic KAM snaps as a closure for cloth menstrual pads. Tie dye lines To get lines on tie dye shirts, use a thick waxy thread called artificial sinew. Wrap it around the fabric and pull it tight. Versodile Sewing patterns designed for getting a custom fit to suit your needs. Mix and match the ends to get the cloth pad length and shape you need.

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