For years, Indianapolis was derisively referred to as Naptown, but that perception has finally have been laid to rest after the city’s bang-up job of hosting the Super Bowl in February. Visitors from all over the world were shocked to find what most Hoosiers have known for years, the Circle City is filled with culture, …
Picture a quick-hit combination of elaborate costumes, stunning visual effects, impressive acrobatics, 1980s style dancing and music made popular by the late Michael Jackson and you’ll have a pretty good idea of what to expect in Cirque du Soleil’s traveling tribute to the King of Pop – Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour. I saw the …
When I was a young girl, growing up in Columbus, Indiana, there was one place that we would go for extra special treats, a downtown soda shop known as Zaharakos. A place to celebrate a good report card, acknowledge bravery after a doctor visit, or just because. Zaharakos is an icon in my town, serving up treats …
Approximately one hour south of Indianapolis and easily accessible by State Road 135, Nashville, a town that has no mail delivery, is a surprising hub of activity. As the only incorporated town in an area known as Brown County, it is frequently referred to as the “Artist Colony of the Midwest,” because hundreds of craft, specialty and antique shops can …
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I overheard someone’s off-handed comment recently that “we can’t all be princesses”. While that might be true, when I have went to the Disney on Ice, Dare to Dream performance, I was in the company of more princess than I have ever seen at one place, at one time. All ages, some in costume, some famous …
In Indianapolis there are six cultural districts, each with a personality – original, lively and only found in the Hoosier state capital.  Enjoy your favorite district, or find a new one, and enjoy some neighborhoods find that include fun dining experiences, funky restaurants and cafes, shops, galleries, and more, all with that distinctive Indy style. Canal & …
Indianapolis is the capital of the state of Indiana and a capital city for hosting sporting events. From Auto racing to Big Ten Tournaments, NCAA Men’s and Women’s Final Four Basketball Championships to Olympic Trials for swimming, diving and track and field, and host of NFL Super Bowl XLVI, Indianapolis is the place for sports. …
Forbes Magazine recently listed Indianapolis as one of the top cities for a weekend adventure.  Citing the number of athletic events that take place within the capital city and its convenient close to Chicago, Louisville, Cincinnati and St. Louis. In fact, 65% of the U.S. population lives within one day’s drive, making Indy an easily accessed travel destination. …
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Ah, the office Christmas party – an annual ritual we all must endure. A time to celebrate past achievements, let bygones be bygones, forgive those who stole our ideas without credit, wish success to those who are heading in a different direction and welcome in new members of the team. Such was the case one December night in 1956. …
It’s a tale as old as time. Well at least since 1991 when Walt Disney Studios released the highly anticipated animated film, Beauty and the Beast. An instant hit with both fans and critics alike, Beauty and the Beast received six Academy Award nominations and won for Best Original Score and Best Original Song. With …