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Black Brew Fest to launch at Newfields

CHLOE McGOWAN - October 12, 2023

The first annual Black Brew Fest is coming to Newfields this fall. The festival, which aims to highlight local and regional Black-owned businesses specializing in...

Arts & Culture

Beef and Boards kicks off fall production

CHLOE McGOWAN - October 11, 2023

“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” is centerstage at Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre through Nov. 19. The Bible-inspired Broadway musical — with music by...

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IPS to dedicate science room for Manona Martin

CHLOE McGOWAN - October 5, 2023

Indianapolis Public Schools announced it will honor educator Mrs. Manona Martin. Martin made history as the first African American teacher at IPS James Whitcomb Riley,...

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The NAACP hosts 52nd Freedom Fund Banquet

BRAXTON BABB - October 2, 2023

The Greater Indianapolis Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) hosted the 52nd Annual Freedom Fund Banquet Sept. 21....

Arts & Culture

 IRT kicks off 51st season with “Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein”

CHLOE McGOWAN - September 23, 2023

The Indiana Repertory Theatre is opening its 51st season with a new adaptation of “Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein” this fall. Beyond its chilling season opener, the...

Arts & Culture

Carmel International Arts Festival to feature student art show

CHLOE McGOWAN - September 21, 2023

The Carmel International Arts Festival returns this weekend to the Carmel Arts and Design District. Taking place Sept. 23-24, the festival aims to celebrate and...

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Belinda Tate appointed new director of IMA at Newfields

CHLOE McGOWAN - September 20, 2023

Newfields will welcome its new Melvin & Bren Simon Director of the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields on Nov. 6, 2023. The 152-acre cultural...

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Indianapolis filmmaker releases book inspiring youth in media

CHLOE McGOWAN - September 14, 2023

Indianapolis-based filmmaker and educator Al Smith released his third book “Lights! Camera! College!” The book explores career paths in the media industry in an effort...

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