Monthly Archives: November 2021

Lincoln Assassination Witness

November 25, 2021 | by Al Hunter

This article first appeared in April 2009. On Thursday, April 30, it will be exactly 144 years since the remains of assassinated President Abraham Lincoln came to rest for a moment in Indianapolis on its way to the State House. I’ve written extensively about the “Lincoln ghost train” over the … Read More

Things Needed for Holiday Toy & Food Drive

November 18, 2021 | by Weekly View

Wrap day is December 20. All donations must be made by that date. Volunteers will start wrapping at the Magic Candle, 203 S. Audubon. Volunteers are welcome to come help wrap. Call 317-357-1101 to find out how you can help. • Wrapping paper, tape and gift tags for wrapping. • … Read More

A Helping Hand for the Holidays

November 18, 2021 | by Ethel Winslow

Jan DeFerbrache is exhausted, but also encouraged as 2021 winds down. As the executive director of Gaia Works, a non-denominational nonprofit, she works year-round to provide support for seniors in need in our neighborhoods, supplying weekly bags of food to individuals. In addition, they support Coburn Place, a shelter for … Read More

Explore Sacred Spaces on Holiday Church Tour

November 18, 2021 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — With visits to century-old places of worship still in operation and sacred spaces that have found new uses, a Dec. 4 tour in and around Indianapolis’s Old Northside neighborhood offers insights into the ways 10 Indianapolis churches have adapted to changes in the city and its residents’ spiritual … Read More

Irvington Community Thanksgiving Dinner Welcomes All

November 18, 2021 | by Weekly View

IRVINGTON — The annual Irvington Community Thanksgiving Dinner will be held on Thursday, Nov. 25 at Our Lady of Lourdes school cafeteria. All are welcome to attend. The dinner begins at 11 a.m. Our Lady of Lourdes is located at 5333  E. Washington St. The annual event could only offer … Read More