Weekly View’s Story Archive

Pysanky: Ukrainian Easter Eggs at the Bona

IRVINGTON — The egg is a symbol of rebirth. With the addition of complex Ukrainian folk designs, the Easter egg becomes a true object of beauty. The art form is called Pysanka, from the verb pysaty, “to write,” as the designs are not painted on, but written with beeswax. In … Read More

Community Input Meetings Slated for New Brightwood Branch

INDIANAPOLIS — Brightwood neighborhood residents on the city’s eastside are invited to offer their suggestions on plans for a new 15,000-square-foot branch of The Indianapolis Public Library during a pair of community engagement meetings on Thurs., Feb. 1 at 6 p.m. at the current Brightwood Branch, 2435 N. Sherman Dr., … Read More

Cub Scouts Tour Local Police Station

INDIANAPOLIS — Bear Scouts from Cub Scout Pack 462 learned a lot from Officer Bob Mercuri when he gave them a tour of the Beech Grove Police Station. Highlights for the boys were getting to see the holding cell and getting up-close to the squad cars, trying out the sirens. … Read More

“Love Your Library” Tour Seeks Input on Improving Services

INDIANAPOLIS — Beginning January 29 and continuing through March 6, individuals of all ages are invited to meet Indianapolis Public Library CEO Jackie Nytes during her annual “Love Your Library” tour visits to all IndyPL locations. The visits, conducted in an informal and conversational setting, will allow citizens to learn … Read More