Stories tagged with "indiana state fairgrounds"

Take a storybook walk by Tj Banes

Classic childhood literature will come alive at the Flower&Patio Show when landscapers create 30 gardens under the theme “A Novel Idea.” In addition to reliving... – Mar 12, 2010 at 9:08 AM in Home & Garden

Decorator Suzanne Kasler takes care to not overdo a design by Tj Banes

Suzanne Kasler doesn’t want to be known for what she adds to a room; she’d rather be recognized for what she leaves out. “You have to know how to edit if you want... – Mar 05, 2010 at 10:07 AM in Home & Garden

Flower & Patio Show is offering sneak peek by Tj Banes

For the first time in its 52-year history, the Indiana Flower&Patio Show will offer free behind-the-scenes viewing during new pre- show tours. Today and Sunday, guests can get... – Mar 05, 2010 at 10:05 AM in Home & Garden

Indy celebrated 1st Black Expo in 1971 by indystar

February is Black History Month. The Indianapolis Star is highlighting the contributions of black Hoosiers. Indianapolis’ first Black Expo on June 19-20, 1971, in Exposition... – Feb 22, 2010 at 12:49 AM in Communities

Designing custom rides revs up Noblesville man's passion by Betsy Reason

Scott Stemen collected his first car at age 12 — by trading a lawnmower for a Volkswagen Beetle. At 16, when he got his driver’s license, Stemen already had five cars,... – Feb 11, 2010 at 12:00 AM in Noblesville

Zionsville firm blooms with ideas by Mark Ambrogi

Bill Brown figures his company’s role with the Indianapolis Home Show is good for business. Brown’s Zionsville-based William H. Brown Landscape provided the landscaping... – Feb 04, 2010 at 12:00 AM in Zionsville

Zionsville firm landscapes Indianapolis Home Show by Mark Ambrogi

ZIONSVILLE — Zionsville’s William H. Brown Landscape Inc. is again playing a big role at the Indianapolis Home Show. The show began today and runs through Feb. 7 at the... – Jan 28, 2010 at 11:00 PM in Zionsville

Donate to research by indystar

Women who want to help breast-cancer research can contribute a tissue sample to Indiana University’s Susan G. Komen for the Cure Tissue Bank on Saturday. To participate,... – Jan 20, 2010 at 4:33 PM in Health & Fitness

Promoter cancels annual event over tiff with agency by Michael Pointer

A boxing card that had become an annual November event at the Indiana State Fairgrounds was canceled Friday, with the event’s promoter saying he pulled out because of... – Nov 21, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Sports

Tomo's menu makes it a spot worth checking into by Jolene.Ketzenberger

If this weekend’s International Festival at the Indiana State Fairgrounds inspires you to check out some of the city’s ethnic restaurants, keep in mind that looks can... – Nov 20, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Food & Drink

New ice rink is planned for Indy by Phillip Wilson

The Indiana Ice and Indiana/World Skating Academy are teaming up to build a new rink. Ice owner Paul Skjodt and Academy executive director Pam Robinson will announce the venture... – Nov 18, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Indiana Ice

Marathon to tie up streets Saturday by Kevin ONeal

Runners will take over most of the north half of Indianapolis on Saturday, and motorists are going to have to give the runners the right of way for several hours until the race is... – Nov 03, 2009 at 9:56 AM in Communities

Man arrested in Northside shooting death by John Tuohy

Police have arrested a man in connection with a robbery and shooting that killed one man and injured another today on the Northside. Fidel Vega, 20, was preliminarily charged with... – Oct 21, 2009 at 5:57 PM in Crime & Courts

Transit leaders to discuss its future in Indianapolis metro area by Kevin ONeal

The future of mass transit in the Indianapolis area will be discussed on Wednesday at a meeting of a Northeastside development group. Speaking at the meeting of the Binford... – Oct 20, 2009 at 11:49 AM in Marion County

In tribute to IMA exhibit, gala has a Spanish vibe by indystar

Yards of warm-colored sheer fabric, matching flowers and dozens of candles arranged inside a white tent set the scene for the Indianapolis Museum of Art’s Second Annual Gala... – Oct 17, 2009 at 7:37 PM in Cathy Kightlinger

'Coats for Kids' distribution off to fast start by Josh Duke

If the morning rush is any indication, the 23rd year of the annual Coats for Kids campaign could set records. “We will easily exceed 5,000 people by 1 p.m. after providing coats... – Oct 10, 2009 at 12:14 PM in News

Home & garden calendar by indystar

TODAY Woolkeepers Hook-In: 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Camp Camby Conference and Retreat Center, 10740 E. Hendricks County Road 700 South, Camby. Sixth annual event features classes on... – Sep 10, 2009 at 7:02 PM in Home & Garden

Downtown skating academy on thin ice again by Jeff Swiatek

Indiana/World Skating Academy’s lease in Pan Am Plaza expires the end of October, and its executive director hopes to see it extended. “We’re looking for a... – Sep 10, 2009 at 10:48 AM in Business

Animals spayed, neutered at State Fair are up for adoption by Gretchen Becker

Throughout the Indiana State Fair, veterinarians have performed live neutering surgeries on two pets per day. Cats and dogs that have been spayed or neutered are now available for... – Aug 21, 2009 at 12:49 PM in North Marion County

Young racer back to his winning ways after shift to micro midgets by indystar

Minisprint car driver AJ Hopkins, Brownsburg, already knows about regaining lost confidence at a young age. Hopkins won more than 100 quarter-midget races from ages 5-12 on the... – Aug 05, 2009 at 8:26 PM in Brownsburg