Weekly View’s Story Archive

Library’s Summer Reading Program a Big Success

August 22, 2024 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — More than 26,140 kids, teens, and adults took part in The Indianapolis Public Library’s 105th Summer Reading Program, which ended on July 31. Readers devoted 21,901,629 minutes to reading while earning prizes generously donated by community sponsors, far surpassing our goal of 18 million minutes read. Throughout the … Read More

Free Event to Help Raise Funds for Food Banks

August 22, 2024 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — Midwest Food Bank (MFB), in partnership with Presenting Sponsors Kroger and Corteva, are hosting a free admission and family friendly event this Saturday, Aug. 24, at Monument Circle. This event provides $2 million worth of food, which is nearly 700,000 meals. The community is invited to come for … Read More

IPS Expands Future Centers in High Schools

August 22, 2024 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS – During the 2024-2025 school year, Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) will significantly expand the presence of Future Centers in district-managed high schools to boost the post-high school opportunities. The centers help students identify their post-graduation “E” — enrollment, employment, or enlistment — to ensure each student is supported in … Read More

Applause!: Aug. 23-29

August 22, 2024 | by Weekly View

• Indianapolis author Susan Neville and Bloomington poet Tony Brewer were recently honored with Lifetime Achievement and Literary Champion awards from the Indiana Authors Awards. • Cumberland’s Blues, Beer & BBQ will be held on Saturday, Aug. 31 from 5-9 p.m. at 11623 E. Washington St. Enjoy free shows by … Read More

“Conscious Cafeterias” Introduced at Some Schools

August 22, 2024 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — City officials, community partners, and educational leaders recently showcased the transformative efforts in improving school lunch programs across Indianapolis at Purdue Polytechnic High School — Englewood. Schools are participating in Ahimsa’s Conscious Cafeteria Project, a program focused on transitioning from single-use plastic trays and utensils to reusable steel … Read More