HILLFOREST 2009 CALENDAR of EVENTS
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Day	Time	Event	Description
Wednesday, April 1	1:00-5:00 pm	Hillforest opens for 2009 touring season	Admission Charged Closed Mondays and major holidays.
All Month	1:00-5:00 pm	"Quilts of Yesteryear" Exhibit	Hillforest displays its collection of rare antique quilts and coverlets throughout the month of April. Regular admission charged with exception of Quilt Fest passport purchase.
April 2 - 5	1:00-5:00 pm	Quilt Fest	Purchase a $10.00 passport to view antique quilts at five sites: Dearborn County Historical Society, Hillforest, Ohio County Historical Society, Switzerland County Historical Society, and Veraestau. Visit www.ohiocountymuseum.org for a complete of quilt related events.
Saturday, April 4	7:00 am - 2:00 pm	Hillforest Early Bird Rummage Sale	Aurora City Park Pavilion - Come early for the best bargains! Set up day, Friday, April 3, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. DONATIONS WELCOME! Call 812-926-0087 for pick up of large items.
Friday and Saturday, April 24 and 25 Sunday, April 26	Fri/Sat - 6:30 pm Sunday - Noon Matinee	Hillforest Murder Mystery Dinners Friday, April 24 - SOLD OUT Saturday, April 25th - SOLD OUT	RESERVATIONS REQUIRED Members $30.00, Non-members $35.00 Hillforest is hosting a fun-filled experience of murder, mystery, and mayhem presented by the Rivertown Players. A delicious dinner is included in the price and will be served in the Hillforest parlors.

May
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Day	Time	Event	Description
		There are no events planned for May at this time.

June
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Day	Time	Event	Description
Saturday, June 13	6:30 - 9:30 pm	An Evening of Wine and Roses (Event at Veraestau Historic Site)	RESERVATIONS REQUIRED Members $30.00, Non-members $35.00 Sample a variety of wine and appetizers while enjoying live music and the beautiful view of the Ohio River Valley from historic Veraestau. Event to benefit Hillforest Victorian House Museum.

July
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Day	Time	Event	Description
Tuesdays, July 14 & 21	9:00 am - 12:00 pm	"The American Girl" Day Camp for Girls - Ages 5 to 14 SOLD OUT	RESERVATIONS REQUIRED $20 per child Girls ages 5-14 will have a great time learning of the history of the “American Girl” doll series and participating in crafts, games, and a little lady tea
Thursdays, July 16 & 23	9:00 am - 12:00 pm	"The American Girl" Day Camp for Girls - Ages 5 to 14 SOLD OUT	RESERVATIONS REQUIRED $20 per child Girls ages 5-14 will have a great time learning of the history of the “American Girl” doll series and participating in crafts, games, and a little lady tea

August
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Day	Time	Event	Description
Saturday, Aug. 8	6:30pm - 9:00 pm	Crescent Brewery Beer Tasting	RESERVATIONS REQUIRED Members $25.00, Non-members $30.00 Enjoy a summer evening sampling specialty beers made with old time tradition by The Great Crescent Brewery microbrewery located in Aurora, Indiana. Appetizers, music, and a great view of the Ohio River will highlight the evening.

September
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Day	Time	Event	Description
Saturday, Sept. 12	7:00pm - 9:00 pm	Antique Appraisal with Frank Farmer Loomis	RESERVATIONS REQUIRED Members $20.00, Non-members $25.00 Frank Farmer Loomis IV, nationally known antique appraiser, will evaluate your special antique in the courtyard of Hillforest. Wine and cheese served.

October
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Day	Time	Event	Description
Thursday and Friday, October 29 & 30	7:30 pm	Meet and Greet a Ghost Hunter	RESERVATIONS REQUIRED $20.00 per person Meet and greet a paranormal investigator. Learn what he does, why he does it, and experience some of his ghostly findings.

November
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Day	Time	Event	Description
Nov. 17 - Dec 30	1:00pm - 5:00pm	Hillforest’s “A Victorian Christmas” Exhibit	Visit Hillforest as it is decorated for the holidays and experience a true “Victorian Christmas”. Regular admission charged.

December
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Day	Time	Event	Description
Nov. 17 - Dec 30	1:00pm - 5:00pm	Hillforest’s “A Victorian Christmas” Exhibit	Visit Hillforest as it is decorated for the holidays and experience a true “Victorian Christmas”. Regular admission charged.
Thursdays, Dec 10,17	1:00 pm	Hillforest's Nutcracker Teas	RESERVATIONS REQUIRED Members $25.00, Non-members $30.00 Tour Hillforest’s Victorian Christmas exhibit and enjoy a festive three course tea in the Hillforest parlors featuring delicious seasonal treats and flavored tea.
Sunday, Dec. 13	11:30 am	Hillforest Holiday Brunch	RESERVATIONS REQUIRED Members $30.00, Non-members $35.00 Enjoy a Christmas brunch with family and friends, then take a tour of Hillforest.
Friday, Dec. 11 and Saturday, Dec. 19	7:00 pm	Hillforest Holiday Dinner	RESERVATIONS REQUIRED Members $30.00, Non-members $35.00 What a treat to partake with friends an elegant holiday meal served in the beautiful parlors of Hillforest. Special entertainment featured.
Thursday, Dec. 30	1:00pm - 5:00pm	Last day to tour Hillforest