LOU’S VIEWS: Indy International Film Fest 2014 flick picks
Favorites this year include harrowing drama, amoral comedy, intense historical doc, and much more. Festival begins July 17.
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Dozens of brewers, wineries set for Indiana State Fair
About 40 Indiana craft brewers and wineries will be setting up shop in the new wine and beer garden inside the fairgrounds’ Grand Hall.
Emmy nomination thoughts
Praise for “The Normal Heart, categories in flux, and Matt LeBlanc nominated for playing Matt LeBlanc. Plus the best awards-show number ever.
Group backs out of deal for Anderson’s Wigwam
Officials say a private group has decided not to take over Anderson's closed Wigwam gymnasium, leaving the fate of the 9,000-seat venue uncertain.
‘Swarm Street’ sculpture not worth the wait
Had it been ready along with the rest of the commissioned artwork, the latest addition to the Indianapolis Cultural Trail might be seen in a more positive light.
Transfer of Anderson gym awaits additional approval
The Anderson City Council will have to approve the city's involvement in the transfer of the closed 9,000-seat Wigwam gymnasium to a private group planning to reopen it.
Notes on nudity: Splitting hairs on ‘Hair’
Yes, “Hair” is set in a world where “free love” was one of the mantras. But that’s not what the infamous scene is about.
LOU’S VIEWS: A bang and a whimper end two trilogies
Reviews of the final volumes of Ben H. Winters’ end-of-the-world detective series “The Last Policeman” and Walter Wangerin Jr.’s “Dun Cow” books.
DINING: Pub brings Irish fare to Mass Ave
Nine Irish Brothers brings bangers and mash to Mass Ave. New pub also features live music.
LOPRESTI: Miller’s Butler team, and its venue, are a work in progress
Bulldogs and historic Hinkle Fieldhouse both need work before second season in Big East.
Lichtenstein installation to be part of the IMA landscape
“Five Brushstrokes” to be unveiled at event in August. Five elements range from 19-40 ft. tall.
Indy lands huge volleyball event with $59M impact
Indianapolis is expecting 15,000 athletes and 30,000 spectators for the 2016 USA Volleyball Girls’ Junior National Championships.
You-review-it Monday
For me, the weekend included a teen “Hair,” movie screenings, and more. What did you do on the A&E front?
Bikeshare program reports nearly 30,000 rides in 8 weeks
The Indiana Pacers Bikeshare program has landed 1,026 annual members and sold 9,926 24-hour passes, resulting in 29,874 total trips, Indianapolis Cultural Trail Inc. said.
DINING: Marsh markets lunchtime meals
No fine dining establishments in central Indiana is likely to have as much of an impact on the dining habits of local residents and workers as the new downtown Marsh Cafe.
LOU’S VIEWS: Feinstein and company raise funds, pay tribute
The Feinstein initiative’s Great American Songbook Hall of Fame brings Johnny Mathis and Shirley Jones to the Palladium. Also honors Nat King Cole and Linda Ronstadt.
TRY THIS: Water coasters at Splashin’ Safari
You can have roller coasters; I’ll take these wet rides. Plus, what’s new at Camp Rudolph.
LOPRESTI: Compelling arguments, difficult questions in NCAA case
Pay college athletes? What about Little Leaguers? It’s best not to go down this road.
When Hollywood botches Broadway
There has been much Internet chatter about possible changes in the film version of “Into the Woods.” Here are 10 ways movies have made a mess of musicals in the past.
Muncie launches ‘quiet zone’ push to benefit hotel
Muncie's push would benefit a $40 million Courtyard by Marriott hotel slated for a groundbreaking later this year and set to open in fall 2015 just north of CSX Transportation and Norfolk Southern tracks.