Monthly Archives: April 2017

Tulip Mania

April 20, 2017 | by Ed Myers

There was a short period of time (1636 – 1637) in Holland when a single tulip bulb sold for ten times the annual income of a skilled workman.  In some instances, single bulbs were traded for twelve acres of land, four oxen, twelve fat sheep, 1,000 pounds of cheese or … Read More

City Kicks Off 2017 Construction Season

April 20, 2017 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — The City’s Department of Public Works (DPW) recently announced that the City is investing an estimated $102 million in infrastructure improvements, including transportation, stormwater and Indy Parks enhancements. City leaders kicked off the 2017 construction season by highlighting its resurfacing program which targets nearly 70 lane miles of … Read More

Epilogue Players Present First Monday in October

April 20, 2017 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — The Epilogue Players will present First Monday in October by Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee May 5-21st on Fridays and Saturdays  at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:00 pm. This show is directed by long time Epilogue member Marsha Grant. Ticket prices are $12 for members, $13 … Read More

Phoenix Theatre Breaks Ground for New Building

April 20, 2017 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — Phoenix Theatre announces the Ground Breaking Ceremony for the construction of its new, state-of-the-art facility on May 2 at 1 p.m. at 705 N. Illinois St..  Details for the ceremony will follow at a later date. Construction will begin in May of 2017 at the northwest corner of … Read More

Local Shops Team Up for Independent Bookstore Day

April 20, 2017 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — Three Indianapolis bookstores are teaming up to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day with literary parties.  On Sat., April 29, guests of the Bookmamas, Indiana Historical Society’s (HIS’s) Basile History Market and Kids Ink Children’s Bookstore will be treated to free activities, booksignings, discounts and prizes. In addition, those who … Read More