Author Archives: Beth Whipple

Kurt Vonnegut Memorial Library

Posted on October 8, 2011 by Beth Whipple

“All my jokes are Indianapolis.  All my attitudes are Indianapolis.  My adenoids are Indianapolis.  If I ever severed myself from Indianapolis, I would be out of business.  What people like about me is Indianapolis.” —Kurt Vonnegut, 1986 from http://www.vonnegutlibrary.org/ One … Continue reading →

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Colts and construction

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Beth Whipple

Ah, irony. After Chris Bishop’s invitation last year in Wisonsin to this year’s conference and his truly rabid support of the Colts (I’ve seen the picture of him yelling at one of the games), I do find it ironic that … Continue reading →

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WHICH Marriott?

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Beth Whipple

Ah, Indianapolis. Indianapolis and Marriott seem to have a pretty good thing going. So good, though, that it can be a little confusing to figure out which Marriott is where you want to be.   The Marriott you want: Indianapolis … Continue reading →

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Like Roller Derby? Monumental Mayhem Oct. 7-9

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Beth Whipple

Interested in roller derby? Always wanted to go, but were a bit nervous or not sure what to expect? Like the idea of watching other people with awesome nicknames try and push each other down while on roller skates? This … Continue reading →

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Restaurant Guide for Downtown Indianapolis

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Beth Whipple

As a fan of downtown Indy, I love to be able to introduce people to restaurants in Indy. Contrary to what I sometimes hear, Indianapolis DOES have a variety of one-of-a-kind locally-owned restaurants, as well as some unique restaurants with … Continue reading →

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“Lions and tigers and bears, oh, my!”

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Beth Whipple

(the following information provided by our local zoo expert) The Indianapolis Zoo is just down the street from the NCAA Hall of Champions, location of the Sunday night gala event. We have a dolphin amphitheater, touchable sharks and even a … Continue reading →

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Knitting Shops

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Beth Whipple

Looking for a LYS (local yarn shop) in Indianapolis? There are several, but I’ll start with my favorite (and the one closest to the conference hotel): Mass Ave Knit Shop, 862 Virginia Ave., 46203 (1.5 miles from the hotel) http://massaveknitshoponline.com/ … Continue reading →

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Bead Show at the Indiana Fairgrounds

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Beth Whipple

Shared from our jewelry maker extraordinaire, Sue London: Just in case you find some free time (hah!) during the meeting, there is a bead show at the fairgrounds (see below). I go every year to buy supplies. Oct 7-9 13th … Continue reading →

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Need a little culture (besides the Cultural Trail)?

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Beth Whipple

Yes, I already extolled the virtues of the Cultural Trail, but what if you are looking for culture–as in performing arts? Indianapolis has a year-round performing symphony, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra (ISO), and the Indiana Repertory Theatre (IRT). The ISO’s … Continue reading →

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Two of my favorite things–the Indy Cultural Trail & the downtown Canal

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Beth Whipple

When I moved to Indianapolis 5 years ago, I wasn’t super excited about it. Growing up in rural Indiana, moving to Indiana’s “big city” didn’t hold a lot of thrill for me. However, despite my lack of initial excitement, I … Continue reading →

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