Monthly Archives: April 2013

Shopping for Antique Furniture

April 11, 2013 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

Few things add distinction to a room like a fine piece of antique furniture. Whether your decor draws from the ornate Victorian era, the retro appeal of mid-century modern, or the beautiful simplicity of Arts and Crafts, the patina and quality construction of antique furniture provides an individuality to your … Read More

100 Years Ago This Week: April 12-19

April 11, 2013 | by Steven R. Barnett

The Indianapolis News, Tuesday, April 15, 1913: The Young Women’s Christian Association has leased the late residence of George B. Yandes, 122 E. Michigan St, for a boarding home for young ladies. This is the first of a number of proposed boarding homes that the YWCA hopes to establish in … Read More

Explorations — Finding Buttered Toast

April 11, 2013 | by Rose Mary Clarke

I know it’s hard to be reconciled not everything is exactly the way it ought to be but please turn around and step into the future leave memories behind enter the land of hope — Zbignief Herbert When our lives change due to tragedy, declining health or reversals it’s difficult … Read More

It Happens Every Spring

April 11, 2013 | by Steve Nicewanger

The first sure sign that spring has sprung in all her budding glory in Indy is Opening Night at Victory Field with the Indianapolis Indians. And so it was that the Boss and I found ourselves on hand at the Vic to greet the season in the best possible way … Read More

The Tipping Point

April 11, 2013 | by CJ Woods III

In a bar I used to frequent, my favorite surly bartender brought me a beverage and refused my cash. I told him that I appreciated the gesture but didn’t want to take advantage. “You tip $1 per beer,” he said. “I’m going to buy you one from time to time.” … Read More