Monthly Archives: September 2025

Paul Bearer and the Morticians-An Indiana Garage Band Story, Part 2

In Part I of this article, I detailed one of my latest “Finds,” a 1968 diary from the leader of a 1960s Anderson, Indiana garage band known as “Paul Bearer and the Morticians.” I love that it landed in my lap just before the official spooky season in Irvington commences. … Read More

The Singing Pool Player

“I heard you were in the Karaoke bar,” my niece said to me. Kelli Daniel’s phone call led off with that statement, and I knew from whence she had gotten that bit of misinformation. I told her that I had not been in a “karaoke bar,” but the bar that … Read More

Art and Wine Under the Hunter’s Moon Fundraiser Oct. 4

IRVINGTON —Art and Wine Under the Hunter’s Moon is the theme for an evening of live music, wine tasting, two art exhibitions, local food and a silent auction. The Irvington Historical Society is hosting this event on Saturday, Oct. 4 from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. at the Bona Thompson … Read More

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Panel Discussion Oct. 3

INDIANAPOLIS —  Latinos began arriving in Indiana in the late 1800s and have made significant contributions to Hoosier culture since that time. In Indianapolis, “El Barrio” was the city’s first known Hispanic neighborhood and served as a cultural center for the area’s Latino community. Located on the near east side … Read More