All Around Indy - 5 Great Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day!

Wine and Chocolate Lovers Event

@Harmony Winery in Fishers

Feb. 9, 6:30-8:30 pm

Learn how to pair the right chocolate with the perfect wine for an unforgetable tasting experience. Cost is $10 per person and includes wine and chocolate tasting. Reservations required.

The Vow

@Keystone Cinema, Indianapolis

opens Friday, Feb. 10

A romantic drama that's sure to set the mood for your Valentine's Day celebration! Keystone Cinema movie times.

Searching for Romance Scavenger Hunt in the District

@Carmel Arts and Design District

Feb. 11, 5-9 pm

The Carmel Arts and Design District is the perfect setting for an evening of prizes, fun and romance! Follow the clues to explore the Arts & Design District, complete the hunt, then register to win a gift basket with items from district businesses. There's a special prize for the first 25 couples or individuals to finish!

Winterfest Dinner Special

@Bella Vita at the Marina in Geist

Feb. 10-12

Overlooking Geist Reservoir, Bella Vita is one of the most romantic settings around and this weekend it's also one of the best deals around! Two entrees, an appetizer, and dessert for ONLY $30! Bella Vita reservations.

Big Band Valentine's Day

@Athenaeum Theatre, Indianapolis

Feb. 14, 7:30 pm

The Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra presents an evening of romantic tunes from the Great American Songbook. Call 317.979.0535 for advance tickets.

More great ideas for celebrating Valentine's Day in the Indianapolis area!

Many Carmel, IN homes for sale are single-family homes and hence known for its family-friendly setting. But, Carmel also appeals to single young people, retirees looking to downsize and other buyers who prefer condos and townhomes. A number of Carmel, IN homes for sale are also condos and townhomes that can be found all over the city.

Potential buyers looking for a Carmel, IN home for sale may want to consider a condo or townhome. The types of condos and townhomes for sale in Carmel fall into all different price ranges, from $50,000 all the way up to $500,000, and include a variety of types and conditions to suit all different interests and needs.

One example of a higher end condo was recently featured in the January 2012 issue of Indianapolis Monthly. Located in the Old Town district of Carmel, just off Main Street, four penthouse-style condos make up the Carmel Arts Residences and include three bedrooms and three baths. Contemporary and full of upgrades like gourmet kitchens, hardwood floors, balconies, built-in shelves, the homes appeal to high end buyers of Carmel, IN homes for sale.

Located in the Village of West Clay, the Wentworth Condominium Community offers smaller condos at affordable prices that still include community amenities like a fitness center, business center and game room. Condo options range from one to three bedrooms and include 9 foot ceilings, walk-in closets and designer upgrades.

Some condo and townhome communities appeal to both low-end and high-end buyers of Carmel, IN homes for sale. The Village of West Clay, for example, offers a number of condo and townhome options, ranging from just under $100,000 all the way up to over $300,000. Each of those condos and townhomes include all the amenities of theVillageofWest Clay, including nearby shopping, recreation and dining options.

No matter their budget or home needs, buyers looking for Carmel, IN homes for sale can find a plethora of options in the many townhomes and condos located throughout the city.

To see new listing visit: Carmel Westfield Homes.com

Fun Stuff to do in the Indianapolis Area - Super Bowl Weekend

Super Bowl XLVI events and activities are the highlight of the week, and downtown Indy isn't the only place to find them!

Indy Super Cars

@locations throughout Hamilton County and the Indianapolis area

Feb. 2 - 5

Check out your favorite NFL team's Indy Super Car at locations around the city. Find out each where your team's car will be located here, and see how many you can visit! Use the Super Bowl XLVI mobile app and FourSquare to check in at Super Car locations and win prizes and rewards.

Cheer Mobs

@locations throughout Hamilton County

Feb. 2-4

Now this should be fun! Hamilton County visitors and residents should be on the lookout for Cheer Mobs spreading Super Bowl excitement at locations throughout Carmel, Fishers and Noblesville during the weekend. Hamilton County Cheer Mob times and locations.

Super Bowl Sundries, Carmel Winter Market

@Carmel City Center in Carmel

Saturday, Feb. 4, 9 am - noon

Vendors will offer items guaranteed to make your Super Bowl XLVI party a success!

Science of Football

@Conner Prairie in Fishers

Feb. 1 - March 1

free with admission

Learn the secret to playing in the NFL (physics) and test your own skills in this interactive event at this Super Celebration site. While you're there, be sure to check out the Chicago Bears Indy Super Car.

Super Carriage Rides

@Main Street Zionsville

Feb. 2 - 4

A horse-drawn carriage ride down Main Street Zionsville will give you a glimpse of the town's historic charm and a look at its Super Bowl XLVI special events.

Learn more about living in the Indianapolis area!

Whether you already own a Carmel,IN home or are in the market to purchase a Carmel,IN home for sale, the Indianapolis Home Show can be a great place to find ideas for the home. The Indianapolis Home Show offers home owners and potential Carmel,IN home buyers lots of suggestions for homes of all different types and conditions.

Coming into town every January, the Indianapolis Home Show takes place at the Indiana State Fairgrounds and features over 900 exhibits that include all aspects of home ownership, including home products, landscaping, gardening, decorating, construction and remodeling. In 2012, the Home Show combined with the Indianapolis Home and Flower Show to include even more vendors. Each year the show features a full-sized home, fully constructed and decorated and available to tour. The home is built by Fischer Homes and shows off the latest in home construction, decorating and landscaping.

Exhibitors come from a variety of areas including heating and air conditioning, construction, lighting, home décor, gardening and landscaping and kitchen and bath. Other booths feature direct sales, crafts and other various suppliers and vendors. Each year the home show brings in a number of special celebrity guests, which in the past have included “Extreme Home Makeover’s” Ty Pennington, John Gidding from “Curb Appeal: The Block”, designer Kathy Ireland and Andrew Downward from “Divine Design”.

The Indianapolis Home Show offers a plethora of construction, remodeling and decorating ideas for current owners and potential buyers ofCarmel,IN, homes for sale. Whether theCarmel,IN, home for sale you purchase is in top-notch condition or needs a little TLC, the home show will provide ideas on how to make yourCarmel,INhouse into a home.

For more information on the Indianapolis Home Show, check out the website at www.indianapolishomeshow.com.

To view homes for sale in Carmel and Indianapolis, check out www.carmelwestfieldhomes.com