News Makers Podcast: Busy Weekend for Tipp City!
By Greg Enslen
This week, Tasha Weaver of the Downtown Tipp City Partnership (DTCP) joined Greg Enslen and the News Makers podcast to talk about how Tipp City is gearing up for one of the busiest and most vibrant weekends of the year. The DTCP, downtown merchants and TMCS are preparing to host a slate of events designed to bring residents together and shine a spotlight on local businesses.
Area Garage Sales and Community Clean-Up
The city will be bustling with garage sales from May 1 through May 4 as part of the TMCS Community Wide Garage Sale weekend, a beloved local tradition that draws bargain hunters from across the region. Maps are available at TMCS in downtown Tipp. “If anybody’s listening out there and you want to go to the garage sales around here, they normally start like on Thursdays. But they’re very, very busy Fridays and Saturdays,” Greg noted. “It’s going to be kind of crazy.” West Milton will also be hosting several garage sales.
Saturday morning the action kicks off again with a community clean-out at the historic Train Depot, beginning at 9 a.m. Volunteers will gather to sort, organize, and spruce up the depot, with snacks provided and the option to enjoy lunch together afterwards. As Tasha Weaver explained, “If people want to go to lunch together after, we’ll probably do that.” Harrison’s, winner of this year’s Soup-er Bowl contest, is a likely destination for the group.
Mom Shop Hop: A Downtown Shopping Experience
Saturday also marks the return of the Mom Shop Hop, an initiative encouraging residents to explore Tipp City’s unique downtown businesses in the run-up to Mother’s Day. Shoppers will find special deals, free gifts, and even a few surprises. “We really want people to have the opportunity to support local businesses,” Weaver said, reminding listeners that Mother’s Day is just around the corner. This year’s Mom Shop Hop also features creative collaborations between local businesses. Those interested in joining the DTCP can do so at the event—and merchants may even slip special surprises into these bags for lucky shoppers.
Stay Informed
For more information on upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and how to support the Downtown Tipp City Partnership, residents are encouraged to visit the DTCP website or subscribe to the Tippecanoe Gazette. As Weaver and host Greg Enslen reminded listeners, the Gazette’s “What to Do in Tippecanoe” column is a valuable resource for staying up to date on the many happenings in town. As the May 3 weekend approaches, Tipp City stands ready to celebrate its community spirit, support its local businesses, and welcome residents and visitors alike for a weekend of fun, shopping, and connection.
Thanks for tuning in! This article is based on the recent episode of the News Makers podcast, presented by the Tippecanoe Gazette, featuring DTCP Executive Director Tasha Weaver. For a full list of events and details, visit downtowntippcity.org. The News Makers podcast is a presentation of the Tippecanoe Gazette. For more information or to subscribe to the newspaper, visit www.tippgazette.com. Talk soon!
