Monthly Archives: July 2024

Chess On Felt

Two men came into the back room of Si Greene’s Pub in Indianapolis; one of them was carrying a pool cue case. They passed me as I was surveying the pool table, trying to determine what would be my next best shot. I was my own opponent in the game … Read More

Reproductions, Revivals & Fakes

It is said that “imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.” While that may be true in some areas of life, in collecting it has been my experience that falling prey to imitation is one sure way to end up with buyer’s remorse. A reproduction is a modern copy of … Read More

Annual Book Sale Helps Support Benton House

IRVINGTON — Community members have been very generous in their donations this year and the volunteers and staff at the Benton House have a record number of books to go into the Annual Benton House Book Sale. The sale begins Friday, July 19 from 5-8 p.m., and continues on Saturday, … Read More

Mass Ave Crit This Weekend

INDIANAPOLIS — One of the nation’s biggest cycling weekends for racers, casual cyclists and spectators returns Friday, July 12 from 4:00-9:30  p.m. and Saturday, July 13 at 9 a.m.,  as the IU Health Momentum Indy hits downtown streets. During the Mass Ave Crit, about 400 pro and amateur cyclists will … Read More