Stories tagged with "Indiana Black Expo"

'Classic' to team up with hip hop mogul Master P. by indystar

Organizers of next month’s Circle City Classic plan to team up with hip hop music mogul Master P. An announcement will be made this morning centering on the Classic’s... – Sep 15, 2009 at 2:04 PM in Business

'Babyface' to headline Classic show by indystar

Hometown star Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds will headline the annual Circle City Classic concert Oct. 2 at the Indiana Convention Center. Edmonds, a North Central High... – Aug 21, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Entertainment

'Babyface' to headline Circle City Classic by indystar

Hometown star Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds will headline the annual Circle City Classic concert Oct. 2 at the Indiana Convention Center. Edmonds, a North Central High School graduate... – Aug 20, 2009 at 5:03 PM in Entertainment

Expo wants event to leave everyone with a good vibe by Nicole Blake

Downtown businesses agree that major conventions like Indiana Black Expo’s Summer Celebration provide a boost to business, but IBE President Tanya Bell says creating a... – Jul 30, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Business

Council votes to give $1M to arts by Dan Mcfeely

Local arts supporter applauded tonight as the City County Council voted 25-1 to give $1 million to the local arts community — a coalition of arts groups that have been hurt... – Jul 20, 2009 at 9:46 PM in Politics & Government

Summer Celebration ends on a high note by Robert Annis

Free concert attracts thousands Downtown to close out Black Expo Rain delayed the start of the Black Expo Summer Celebration free finale concert Sunday but couldn’t drive... – Jul 20, 2009 at 11:08 AM in Entertainment

Summer Celebration ends on a high note by Robert Annis

Free concert attracts thousands Downtown to close out Black Expo Rain delayed the start of the Black Expo Summer Celebration free finale concert Sunday but couldn’t drive... – Jul 20, 2009 at 1:50 AM in Communities

Stars rock soggy stage by David Lindquist

Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration ended on a soggy but spirited note Sunday night at American Legion Mall, where Musiq Soulchild and Maze featuring Frankie Beverly played the... – Jul 20, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Entertainment

Rain doesn't dampen Black Expo’s final hurrah by Robert Annis

Rain failed to dampen enthusiasm for the Black Expo Summer Celebration free finale concert Sunday, as an estimated 40,000 people gathered under the leaves and beneath the eaves on... – Jul 19, 2009 at 10:58 PM in Communities

Colts' Wayne puts on his annual celebrity basketball game by Mike Chappell

In two weeks, Reggie Wayne will focus on his day job as the Indianapolis Colts’ three-time Pro Bowl wide receiver. Saturday night at Conseco Fieldhouse, he was out of his... – Jul 19, 2009 at 2:07 AM in Colts

Hip-hop's old school shows off honor roll talent during concert by David Lindquist

Hip-hop’s old school showed off some honor roll talent Saturday at the Indiana Convention Center. Whodini and members of the Sugarhill Gang schooled an audience of 4,000 on... – Jul 19, 2009 at 2:05 AM in Entertainment

Educator: Focus on the basics and care about children by agammill

Marva Collins founded her own highly successful school in Chicago, where she used the Socratic method, taught Aristotle’s Ethics to third-graders and took lessons from the... – Jul 19, 2009 at 2:04 AM in Communities

Best bets by indystar

When:6 p.m. today. Where:American Legion Mall. Tickets:Free admission. For more information, visit www.indianablackexpo.com. The sounds of old- and new-school soul music will waft... – Jul 19, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Entertainment

Partygoers dress up jeans with jewels by indystar

Jeans and plenty of sparkling earrings, necklaces and bracelets were used last weekend to kick off Indiana Black Expo’s Summer Celebration. About 250 people attended the... – Jul 18, 2009 at 4:06 PM in Cathy Kightlinger

Black Expo kicks off its biggest day by Josh Duke

The Indiana Black Expo kicked off the biggest day of its 11-day event today with exhibits, entertainment and cultural events at the Indiana Convention Center. The event, which... – Jul 18, 2009 at 2:34 PM in News

Volunteers are the heart of Expo by Deantae Prince

Some help for 11 days, others work year-round Lester Goodridge’s family moved to Florida when he was 2, but he finds his way back to Indianapolis each year for Indiana Black... – Jul 18, 2009 at 3:08 AM in Communities

Expo-goers shell out to look their best by Justin Jacobs

For local businesses, the annual influx is as merry as the holiday season For Alphonso Wright, Christmas really does come in July. The longtime owner of Player’s Modern... – Jul 18, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Business

Your chance to help by indystar

Anyone attending Indiana Black Expo’s INShape Indiana Black&Minority Health Fair at the Indiana Convention Center can donate a small drop of blood to give researchers... – Jul 15, 2009 at 7:02 PM in Health & Fitness

Governor hands out Indiana Black Expo awards by Deantae Prince

Looking upon a still-standing crowd, Charlotte Westerhaus thanked the many leaders who blazed a trail for her. “All trailblazers need a compass,” Westerhaus said... – Jul 15, 2009 at 2:19 AM in Marion County

NBA great Magic is game for growth by Nicole Blake

Hall of Fame Lakers guard laments Starbucks closings If the business opportunity arises, Earvin “Magic” Johnson said Tuesday he would love to invest more money in... – Jul 15, 2009 at 1:33 AM in Business