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Editor’s Note: With ongoing concerns in regards to coronavirus, events may have been cancelled or postponed following Michiana House and Home’s press deadline. Verify events are still occurring before setting out to attend.

APRIL 18 | GOSHEN Vintage Motorcycle Show and Swap Meet

The public and motorcycle enthusiasts are invited to the sixth annual Goshen Vintage Motorcycle Show & Swap Meet. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Cycle Works 1210 E. Lincoln Ave. www.facebook.com/ events/4060060544004220/

APRIL 20 | WARSAW Expedition: Heron Rookery

Dr. Nate Bosch is opening up one of his college labs to include a select number of community members. Participants will get a firsthand look at a local heron rookery, as well as get to listen in on Dr. Bosch’s expertise on ecology. You will need to bring your own boots or chest waders for this event. A select number of waders are available to be borrowed if your size is sent in advance. 1-3:30 p.m. 247 Beechnut Court www.facebook.com/events/141325457817764

APRIL 22 | SOUTH BEND Earth Day Hula Hoop

What better way to celebrate Earth Day than by spending time at the park? Start the evening off by custom-making a hula hoop before joining a member of the Michiana Hoops outside for some tips and tricks. If you already have a hoop, join the group outside from 7-8 p.m. Registration and payment required by April 16. Registration fee 6-8 p.m. St. Patrick’s County Park — Brown Barn 50651 Laurel Road 574-654-3155 www.sjcparks.org

APRIL 23-25 | WAKARUSA Maple Syrup Festival

The ever-popular Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival is returning in 2021 with plenty of activities and, of course, delectable maple syrup products. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday wakarusachamber.com/maple-syrup-festival/

APRIL 24-25 | PLYMOUTH BANCI Home & Outdoor Show

Attendees can expect numerous vendors, including builders, contractors, different service providers like HVAC and security firms, plumbers, furniture retailers and specialists in flooring, countertops and window replacement. An outdoor equipment display is also planned. Admission fee 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and noon-4 p.m. Sunday The Zone Sports Complex 2923 VanVactor Drive www.buildnci.com

MAY 1 | ELKHART Four Winds Garden Club Annual Plant Sale

Many plants, perennials and annuals will be available at this event in addition to a boutique with gardening items. There will be free admission to the gardens. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Wellfield Botanic Gardens 1011 N. Main St.

MAY 1 | SYRACUSE Earth Day Festival

Bring the family for this outdoor activity on the grounds of the Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation. Earth Day Festival is a free event, which includes nearly 20 different interactive activities, displays and a few items for sale. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. WACF Center 11586 N. SR 13 pam@wacf.com

MAY 2 | SOUTH BEND Parent-Child Fishing Derby

Put your fishing skills to the test during the parent-child fishing derby. This is a friendly fishing competition open to children ages 6-10. The competition will be catch and release with the goal to catch the longest fish and the most fish overall. Bait and fishing equipment will be available. Registration is required by April 28. 10 a.m.-noon St. Patrick’s County Park — Brown Barn 50651 Laurel Road 574-654-3155 www.sjcparks.org

MAY 4 | SYRACUSE Paint a Rock

Paint a rock or two for your personal garden or to give to a friend at the Syracuse-Wawasee Garden Club meeting. Registration required — contact pam@wacf.com 6:30-8 p.m. WACF Center 11586 N. SR 13 n