Monthly Archives: November 2014

Bill “Bojangles” Robinson & Me, Part 2

November 27, 2014 | by Al Hunter

Bill “Bojangles” Robinson was the most famous of all African-American tap dancers of the 20th century. No wait, he was, race notwithstanding, the most famous tap-dancer of all time. Robinson used his popularity to challenge and overcome numerous racial barriers, becoming one of the first minstrel and vaudeville performers to … Read More

100 Years Ago This Week: Nov. 28-Dec. 5

November 27, 2014 | by Steven R. Barnett

From The Indianapolis Times, Wednesday, December 2, 1914: Mayor Joseph E. Bell asserts in an open letter to Rev. Marion C. Pearson, executive secretary of the Indianapolis Church Federation, that Indianapolis is a moral city; the wine rooms have been abolished; open gambling has ceased; and open resorts and vice have … Read More

The PourHouse Offers a Helping Hand

November 20, 2014 | by Ethel Winslow

“Our motto is ‘My Name is Not Homeless.’ These are people with names, who are experiencing homelessness,” says Andrea De Mink, the Executive Director of The PourHouse, a non-profit organization that assists people in Indianapolis who are living on the street. The PourHouse emphasizes helping people to overcome barriers that … Read More

Neighbors Review Plans for 10th and Emerson Corner

November 20, 2014 | by Ethel Winslow

While commercial development on the east side has made great strides recently — the Coal Factory, the expansion of Angie’s List headquarters, and the ongoing improvements along East 10th Street to name just three — residents were shocked and dismayed when they saw a demolition crew at the corner of … Read More

26th Annual TreeFest Set for Nov. 21-25

November 20, 2014 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — Dozens of beautifully decorated Christmas trees will be on display at the 26th annual Warren Holiday TreeFest sponsored by the Warren Arts & Education Foundation Inc. The event takes place Friday, November 21 through Tuesday, November 25 at the Warren Performing Arts Center (WPAC), 9500 East 16th Street … Read More