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Big Car Has Big Plans for Near Southside

June 18, 2015 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — The Garfield Park neighborhood on the southern edge of downtown Indianapolis is the new, long-term home and key area of focus for Big Car Collaborative, an artist-led nonprofit placemaking and community arts organization. With more than $600,000 raised so far to fund the work, Big Car and its … Read More

EPA Grant to Help Redevelopment on Near Eastside

June 18, 2015 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — The City of Indianapolis Department of Metropolitan Development (DMD) has been awarded a $400,000 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Brownfields Community-Wide Assessment Grant for the Mass Ave/Brookside Corridor. This grant will provide resources to support the work already underway in that corridor. The environmental assessments will allow the City … Read More

Canine Flu Spreading in Indiana

June 18, 2015 | by Weekly View

INDIANA — The Canine Influenza has been spreading throughout the continental United States, including Indiana, so the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has some information and tips to help dog owners better understand the virus.“ Canine influenza (CI), or dog flu, is a highly contagious infection caused by an influenza … Read More

“Destination Moon” at Garfield Park June 20

June 18, 2015 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — Film historian Eric Grayson will screen Destination Moon on Sat., June 20, at 8 p.m. at the Garfield Park Arts Center, 2432 Conservatory Dr. He will provide background information on the film prior to the screening and host a Q&A afterwards. The 1950 film stars John Archer and … Read More

Treasure Hunt and Antiques Market July11

June 18, 2015 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — For those who like to shop for antiques, collectibles, architectural salvage and yard sale deals, Treasure Hunt is a summer highlight. Sponsored by Indiana Landmarks and the Old Northside neighborhood, the event on July 11 will feature more than 40 booths of antiques inside and outdoors at Indiana … Read More