Monthly Archives: August 2013

Indy Library Adjusts Limits for Downloadables, Adds Classic Disney

August 1, 2013 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Public Library has increased the number of downloadable eBooks and audiobooks that can be checked out at one time from 12 to 25 items per library card. Also, individuals may now place holds on 20 downloadable items instead of 10. The changes in lending policy occur … Read More

Back-to-School Tips for Children

August 1, 2013 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

Whether children like it or not, the new school year is about to begin. While parents prepare their children with school supplies and other items needed for classes, it is also important to make sure vaccinations and immunizations are up to date. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) … Read More

New YMCA to Open at Avondale Meadows

August 1, 2013 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — The Avondale Meadows YMCA will officially open its doors to members on August 21 from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. A Community Day Celebration will take place on August 24 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Avondale Meadows YMCA is located at 3908 Meadows Drive on the … Read More

School Bus Safety Tips

August 1, 2013 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — Bus drivers, students, parents and school personnel all share a responsibility to ensure that children get to and from school safely every day. Here are a few tips that will help you to reinforce the school bus safety message with your child: • Help your child find the … Read More

Forum Answers Questions About New Law

August 1, 2013 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — A group of state and local lawmakers from Marion County will host a public forum and panel discussion in Indianapolis on August 7 to answer questions about Indiana’s new expungement law that enables individuals to petition courts to have old criminal offenses removed from their records. The meeting … Read More