Stories tagged with "Christmas tree"

A tale of two $250s by indystar

This fall, as American families anticipate the holiday season and an uncertain economy in 2010, they’re likely to decide to cut back. Maybe they’ll stay home for... – Oct 27, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Commentary

Indiana's Santa Claus plans bigger holiday by indystar

SANTA CLAUS, Ind. — The Southern Indiana town of Santa Claus will be getting serious about celebrating Christmas this year. Organizers say a major addition will be a 1.2-mile... – Aug 27, 2009 at 11:04 AM in News

It's all about ears, charities for Lions at fair by Gretchen Becker

The Washington Township Lions Club hopes to sell about 25,000 ears of corn over the next 17 days. For more than 30 years, club members have set up a stand at the Indiana State... – Aug 05, 2009 at 8:17 PM in North Marion County

1-stop recycling by Josh Duke

On Saturday, residents flocked to 4 city parks to drop off cardboard, Christmas trees and old electronics Hundreds of Indianapolis residents officially said goodbye to the... – Jan 11, 2009 at 2:06 AM in Communities

Rip Torn faces drunken driving charges in Conn. by The Associated Press

LITCHFIELD, Conn. (AP) -- Actor Rip Torn has pleaded not guilty to drunken driving charges in Connecticut, nearly two years after being fined and losing his license for... – Jan 06, 2009 at 7:32 AM in Entertainment

FFA staff gathers food for Gleaners by indystar

The National FFA headquarters on the Northwestside responded to Mayor Greg Ballard’s request to help Gleaners Food Bank stock its shelves in the holiday season.FFA employees... – Dec 26, 2008 at 2:24 AM in Communities

Where's Jesus? Seek and you shall find by indystar

During Advent, a certain toddler made a habit of lifting the plastic Jesus from the Nativity set in the family home and toting it around with her. Apparently, the child forgot... – Dec 22, 2008 at 2:10 AM in

Manning keeps streaks alive by Phil Richards

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Nothing has come easily for the Indianapolis Colts this season. Nothing came easily on a mild Thursday night at Jacksonville Municipal Stadium. No... – Dec 19, 2008 at 2:03 AM in Sports

You're invited to the Hiltons' Christmas party most recent comment by Batman

I admit it. I hate the Hiltons. Is that wrong? – Dec 17, 2008 at 8:12 PM

IndyStar.com shares wealth of events by indystar

This is a time of year when it seems there aren't enough hours in the day or days in the week -- too much going on with the holidays, at school and in the community to find time... – Dec 04, 2008 at 2:04 AM in Communities

Danville brightens up for the holidays by indystar

Downtown Danville will light up today with holiday cheer.Christmas on the Square encourages families to come downtown to shop and get into the holiday spirit, said Amanda... – Nov 28, 2008 at 2:20 AM in Communities

Airport crowds a tad thinner this holiday by indystar

A beautiful Christmas tree stands at the center of a great big empty space this morning at Indianapolis International Airport.At 8 a.m. — on what is traditionally one of the... – Nov 26, 2008 at 7:31 AM in News

Stage work previews Circle festivities by indystar

Workers began assembling the stage this morning for Friday's 46th annual Circle of Lights celebration.About 100,000 are expected to attend the event, which will include live... – Nov 25, 2008 at 11:30 AM in News

Christmas tree display, auction at Sheridan library by indystar

Sheridan Public Library will have its first Christmas Tree Silent Auction event Saturday. Trees decorated by individuals and community groups are on display at the library, 103 W.... – Nov 20, 2008 at 2:09 AM in Communities

Every School Every Week by indystar

The Student Council is hosting a Fashion for Compassion food drive through Tuesday. The students may participate in various dress-up days when they bring at least two... – Nov 20, 2008 at 2:05 AM in Communities

Branching out: Oh Christmas tree! by kimikokopuffs

Johnny's Market at 64th and College (about 500 feet from my house) has traded in fruit for firs. All weekend I've seen "holiday trees" -- wrapped straight jacket-like in netting or... – Nov 26, 2007 at 11:46 AM in Talk