A project mock-up of the new pocket park in Cumberland shows the musical details that are being added to the Pennsy Trail.
Musical park to open in Cumberland
CUMBERLAND — The town of Cumberland will unveil its newest pocket park, Music on Pennsy, this week.
Music on Pennsy is set to transform an existing underutilized node along the Pennsy Trail into an interactive musical playground. According to a press release from the town, the pocket park will feature an array of nature-themed musical playground equipment, including xylophones, bongos, steel drums and more. It will also feature a music-themed ground mural, inviting residents of all ages to experience the joy of making music amidst nature. Located along the Pennsy Trail between South County Line Road and CR 700W, this initiative aims to revitalize an underutilized section of the trail.
The closest trailhead access is at 11800 Warehouse Road. In 2025, a new trailhead access with parking will open in The Hub at Pennsy Trail.
The park’s ribbon-cutting ceremony will be at 10 a.m. this Saturday, Sept. 14 and is open to the public. The event will take place at 11800 Warehouse Road, Indianapolis, with parking available on-site.
The new musical pocket park is located roughly one-third of a mile east on the Pennsy Trail. Celebrate the park’s opening with light refreshments and music.
Recycling event coming up
GREENFIELD – Recycle Hancock County will host a collection event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 28.
The event is for Hancock Couty residents only and is at Elanco, 2500 Innovation Way, Greenfield.
Cost is $5 per carload to recycle hazardous waste; $5 per carload of general electronics; $5 for each TV smaller than 32 inches as well as computer monitors; $10 for TVs larger than 32 inches; $20 for projection screen TVs; $3 per box for document shredding; $4.50 for tires off the rim and at least $5 for tires on the rim; $1-$5 for latex paint.
Shoe donations and expired non-perishable food are also accepted at no cost.
For more information, visit recyclehancockcounty.com or call 317-462-7605.
Pumpkins and Peddlers event Oct. 19
SHIRLEY – The town of Shirley’s annual Pumpkins and Peddlers event is coming up Oct. 19.
The parade starts at 10 a.m. and festivities run until 5 p.m., with entertainment, a chili cook-off, car show, vendors, pumpkin decorating contest and recipe contest. Register for the parade or learn about becoming a vendor through facebook.com/shirleyindiana.
Electronics recycling event Sept. 18
GREENFIELD – Computers and electronics can be recycled in a drive-through event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 18.
Kemper Technology Consulting will host an e-waste recycling event at 320 E. Main St., Greenfield.
TVs and monitors are $20 per item; copy machines are $30 per item. Other items can be recycled for free, including cables, speakers, VCRs, microwaves, electrical equipment and more. Items not accepted include paint, tires, clothing and chemicals.
For more information, email [email protected] or [email protected].
