Ethel Winslow’s Story Archive

Irvington Ghost Tours — A New Book & Tour Kick Off the Halloween Season

Alan Hunter has always loved history — not the dry-boned recitation of dates and places many people think of as “history,” but as a part of our everyday lives. As a former history teacher, he loved telling the stories behind the history — and discovered that kids, like many adults, … Read More

Theatre Review: Two Gentlemen of Verona at the IRT

Shakespeare’s Two Gentlemen of Verona is one his early plays, a comedy/romance featuring two friends, Proteus (played by Chris Bresky) and Valentine (Charles Pasternak) who go in search of their true loves. Julia (Lee Stark) and Silvia (Ashley Wickett) play the two ladies in question. Comic relief is found in … Read More

Redefining Legendary: 41 Years of the Benton House Tour of Homes

The Irvington Tour of Homes presented by the Benton House on Sunday, September 21 will showcase the history, charm, and architecture of Irvington neighborhoods while inspiring and educating visitors. Celebrate 41 years of outstanding home tours by touring an array of stunning historic properties in vibrant Irvington. Many of the … Read More

Crime Fighter Isn’t Afraid to Get Involved

“People don’t realize how easy it is to do this,” Deette Bennett said of her crime watch efforts. If she sees something funny going on in her east side neighborhood, she calls it in. She stays informed by going to the East District Task Force meetings whenever possible. She knows … Read More

Constant Growth at Distelrath Farms

Distelrath Farms on the southeast side of Indianapolis is 7 1/2 acres of vision and passion for the future. Andrew and Sarah Distelrath and their two little daughters have created a thriving co-op farm out of neglected fields, and are planting the seeds for something even bigger: the Academy of … Read More