Still recovering from Cinco de Mayo***

Greetings peoples!

You’d better get your calendar out for this week’s “What’s Happenin’ in Indy” blog, because this weekend is chalked full of cool events on the multicultural scene. Get that iPhone (or a pencil) and get to planning your schedule for an exciting weekend!

TONIGHT! Wednesday, May 6

Speed dating. Meet someone fast, then slow down. Slow way down…

I don’t know what you think about the notion of speed dating, but you can find out more tonight at Ice Ultra Lounge, downtown Indy. For $5, you can participate in the event and then stay for the afterparty.

Here are the details:

WHAT: Speed dating and after party
WHEN: TONIGHT, Wed., May 6 and every Wednesday following
WHERE: Ice Ultra Lounge, downtown
COST: $5

You need to RSVP today because seats are limited (for obvious reasons). Do so by calling Chris Hamilton at 317.414.5311. If you go, please be sure to come back and comment. I’m dying to know how it goes!

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Thursday, May 7

Bachata lovers, listen up – Crunkchata is comin to Indy! Welcome Toby Love

Toby Love, formerly of the group, Adventura, will perform live in Indy this Thursday. Love is one of the leading artists in the Bachata music genre. His debut single “Tengo Un Amor,” was number one on the Latin charts.

WHAT: Toby Love Concert
WHEN: Thursday, May 7 at 8 p.m.
WHERE: Club Tropicana/H20 – 6447 W. Washington St.
COST: Please call for more information

Go get your dance on, people. Indy’s own DJ Rican is spinning the hottest hits from Bachata, Reggaeton, Merengue, Salsa and Hip Hop.

For tickets and more information, please visit www.eskoproductions.com or call 317.345.3576, 317.366.2784 or 317.225.8513.

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Friday, May 8

Dreaming in Vivid Color

Please join the Indianapolis Art Center & the Arts Council of Indianapolis to celebrate the 2007-2008 Creative Renewal Arts Fellows with a special group exhibition and performances at the Indianapolis Art Center.

WHAT: Group exhibition and performances by the 2007-2008 Creative Renewal Arts Fellows
WHEN: Friday, May 8, 6 – 8 p.m.
WHERE: Indianapolis Art Center – 820 E. 67th St.
COST: Please call for more information

The opening reception will occur in conjunction with the Broad Ripple Village Spring Gallery Walk and will remain on display until June 17, 2009. Brief remarks and presentation will begin at 6:30, including a special announcement of the next round of Creative Renewal Fellows.

The Creative Renewal Arts Fellowship is a program of the Arts Council of Indianapolis through a special grant from Lilly Endowment Inc.

For more information, please call 317.255.2464. Please support the arts!

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Saturday, May 9

We all scream for ice cream frozen yogurt!

Everybody whose anybody will find themselves in line this Saturday, May 9, for the grand opening of the new Red Mango frozen yogurt store in Broad Ripple.

Get out and support Broad Ripple’s newest restaurant offering free frozen yogurt samples from 12 to 5 p.m. And an added bonus from Mother Nature – sunny skies and tempatures in the 70s. Yesssss!

WHAT: Red Mango – Broad Ripple Grand Opening
WHEN: Saturday, May 9 – 12 to 5 p.m.
WHERE: 914 Broad Ripple Ave.
COST: FREE! Plus samples of frozen yogurt

Get some culture about yourself – Asian Arts Festival: A wonderful display of the rich Asian heritage in Central Indiana

Enjoy a wonderful display of the rich Asian heritage that resides here in Central Indiana in the form of delicious cuisine, colorful costumes, entertaining performances, beautiful arts and crafts, and leading area businesses. It’s free and family friendly!

WHAT: Asian Arts Festival
WHEN: Saturday, May 9 – 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE: Garfield Park Arts Center – 2432 Conservatory Dr.
COST: FREE!

Funk music lovers unite! George Clinton & Parliament-Funkadelic at Pole Day

The Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) continues to bring big-name acts to the racetrack to help build crowds during the month of May. This year’s first day of qualifying also includes a performance by legendary funk artist George Clinton & Parliament-Funkadelic. The 20+ member band starts the party at 2 p.m. as the drivers compete for the pole position.

WHAT: George Clinton & Parliament-Funkadelic at Pole Day
WHEN: Saturday, May 9 – 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Concert at 2 p.m.
WHERE: Indianapolis Motor Speedway – 4790 W. 16th St.
COST: $10, 5 and under, free

Sangiovese – After Dark

If you’ve never been to Sangiovese on Indy’s north side, you’re missing out. Get in the loop this weekend at “Sangiovese – After Dark” during the official launch party.

The party will feature a live performances by Jay “The One Man” BJones, DJ Smooth & DJ Action Jackson.

Party with special invited guess from the Indiana Pacers and the Indianapolis Colts and experience the exclusive V.I.P. deck, of Lake Clear Water.

WHAT: Sangiovese Afterdark
WHEN: Saturday, May 9 – 10 p.m. to 3 a.m.
WHERE: Sangiovese Ristorante – 4110 E. 82nd St.
COST: Please call for more information

Act like you know and dress like you’ve got some common sense. Don’t embarrass yourself (or your mama) by getting turned away at the door.

For more information, please call 317.714.5892.

Sangiovese is located on 82nd & Dean Rd. (Formally Applebee’s in Castleton) Between Keystone and Allisonville Rd, next to the Bike Shop, on the north side of the road.

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Sunday, May 10

This Sunday is Mother’s Day. Stay home. Cook for your mommy. Pamper her.

That’s all folks! I plan to be out and about this weekend, so as always, if you see me, please say hey. And if I’ve missed an event, please let me know by sending an e-mail to keiannarae@gmail.com or by posting a comment here!