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Our Weekly Columnists
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Steven R. Barnett
100 Years Ago -
Rose Mary Clarke
Senior Lifestyle -
Al Hunter
Bumps in the Night -
Linda Hamer Kennett
What’s in the Attic? -
Steve Nicewanger
Sports Voice -
CJ Woods III
Words from Woods
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Saddle Up for Summerfest 2026 at Little Flower Church!
INDIANAPOLISL — Pull on your boots, grab your hat, and mosey on over to “Saddle Up at Summerfest!” at Little Flower Catholic Church, May 29–31. This beloved Eastside tradition promises three days packed with hometown fun, delicious food, lively entertainment, and western-style hospitality for the whole family. Summerfest takes place at Little Flower Catholic Church, located at the corner of North Bosart and Nowland Ave. Festival hours are 5–11 p.m. Friday, 3–11 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday. There’s something for every cowboy and cowgirl at this year’s celebration. … Read More
62nd Annual Woodruff Place Flea Market June 6-7
INDIANAPOLIS — The 62nd Annual Woodruff Place Flea Market will be held Saturday, June 6 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, June 7 at 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Over 200 yards of vintage, antiques, food vendors, and more will be featured. The historic neighborhood is between E. Michigan and 10th St., and East to West Woodruff Place. The treasured tradition of Everybody Dance is set for Sunday, June 7 at 3 p.m. sharp. For just a few minutes, drop what you’re doing and boogie in the streets. Spearheaded by Tessie, who … Read More
American Legion 500 Festival Memorial Service May 22
INDIANAPOLIS — To commemorate the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, the American Legion 500 Festival Memorial Service will be held on Friday, May 22, at noon at the Indiana War Memorial. The Memorial Service will honor Indiana’s fallen servicemen and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. The event is free and open to the public. The Indiana War Memorial is located at 55 E Michigan St. Director of the Army National Guard, Lieutenant General Jonathan Stubbs will be the Keynote Speaker. Guests will include Gold Star families, … Read More
IMPO Funding East Side Projects
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Metropolitan Planning Organization (IMPO) recently presented a check for $34,238,882 to the Indianapolis Department of Public Works (Indy DPW). The funds will be used to help build bridges, roundabouts, trails and other infrastructure enhancements in Indianapolis. Nine projects submitted by Indy DPW were selected for funding. IMPO funding will cover 80% of the cost of construction, with the city providing the remaining funds, as well as the cost of design and inspection. Altogether, the nine projects selected by the IMPO will account for $48.1 million in … Read More
IndyPL Summer Reading Kickoffs on May 30
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Public Library kicks off its annual Summer Reading programming, “Play Your Way,” May 30-Aug. 11. The program is for youngsters, teens, and adults. Participants track the time spent reading, listening to audiobooks, reading aloud to someone, … Read More
Applause!: May 22-June 4
• In partnership with Heartland Film, the City of Lawrence will host Films at the Fort. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, friends, and family and enjoy movies on specific days. On Friday, May 29 Despicable Me will be showing, and … Read More
Block Party at the Eiteljorg June 5
INDIANAPOLIS — Everyone is invited to an all-ages community block party at the Eiteljorg, 500 W. Washington St., from 3 to 7 p.m. Friday June 5, to enjoy live music under The Sails, a DJ spinning between sets and performances … Read More
Gold Star Heroes
While young schoolchildren are awarded a “gold star” for their achievements, a more poignant “gold star” holds a hallowed place on banners marking the loss and sacrifice of soldiers, sailors, marines, and airmen in service to our country. Since America’s … Read More
Gail Kidwell Featured at Southside Art League
GREENWOOD: Southside Art League will be exhibiting a collection of Gail Kidwell’s original Fiber Art. Gail Kidwell was born and raised on the East side of Indianapolis and currently lives with her husband Rich in Trafalgar, Indiana. She enjoys working … Read More
100 Years Ago: May 22-June 4
One Hundred Years Ago — From The Indianapolis News, Tuesday, May 25, 1926: The Indianapolis Park Board has taken the first steps toward converting Brown’s Triangle, northwest corner of Emerson Ave. and Washington St., into a beauty spot and memorial … Read More
Clark Gable at the Indianapolis 500
I originally wrote this article back in May of 2010 and in the years since, I have been informed by a longtime friend (and Irvingtonian) Bruce Gable that there is an Irvington connection, so I figured I’d update it and … Read More
11 Labs A’ Licking
My yellow lab had 11 puppies, one night. I was there for the birth of all of them. “Allie Dog Woods,” as my youngest daughter called her, was sweet and gentle, and loved to chew the rubber on the gas … Read More