Paramount Theatre
Several years ago I was invited to a wedding at the Paramount Theatre in Anderson. I couldn’t attend and ever since then I’ve wanted to visit the theatre. Last month I had that opportunity and was blown away. I knew Read more
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Going to the Theat-ah in Downtown Indianapolis
After a recent trip to downtown Indianapolis with my 12-year-old daughter, and a chance to see “The Lyons” with her at the Phoenix Theatre, she asked me about the different theatres around Indianapolis. And she pronounced it with the British Read more
Downtown Indianapolis, Day 1
One of the things I like doing as an Indianapolis-area resident is to experience the city as a visitor sometimes. For years, when I lived in northern Indiana, I used to come to Indianapolis for work, and wonder what it Read more
Peewinkles Puppet Studio
Last fall a friend told me about Peewinkles Puppet Studio. A small, local theater that puts on puppet shows for kids. Since then, Maggie and I have seen two shows there and already have tickets for a spring show. When Read more
Mass Ave – Must Visit in Downtown Indy (#video)
Mass Ave is home to shopping, dining and entertainment. It makes for an excellent night on the town or an afternoon of shopping and eating. Read more
Richmond Symphony Orchestra Brings Classical Music to East Central Indiana
I grew up in East Central Indiana, Muncie to be exact. When I was growing up, there were two symphony orchestras in the area: Muncie, and Richmond. At 37,000 people, Richmond is one of the smallest cities, if not the Read more
Amy Hayes’ Twelfth Night at Indy Fringe Sure to Please
Most people don’t realize that in Shakespeare’s days, his plays were not the high-brow cultural experiences we think of. They’re not all Sir Laurence Olivier/Dame Maggie Smith posh English accents. These were bawdy, low-brow shows that “the masses” could enjoy. Read more
Celebrate the Holidays in Kokomo
Visit Kokomo for great tours and family-friendly events that will make your holiday season merry and bright! From visits with Santa and live reindeer to spectacular light displays and performances, spend the holidays in Kokomo! If you have kids, make Read more
A Hoosier Family Giving Thanks for their Indiana Home
As a Thanksgiving-inspired post, I decided to ask a bunch of Hoosiers I know (my family) what they appreciate about Indiana. This group included Indiana lovers and natives of all types: those who were born here and haven’t left, those Read more
Fort Wayne’s Downtown HolidayFest Kicks off November 21
Your holiday season will not be complete with out a trip to Fort Wayne, Indiana during the annual HolidayFest, a series of holiday events from November through January. Read more
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