Task Force Meeting

Dear All, The next Northwest District IMPD Task Force Meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 4th, from 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. at their Northwest District Headquarters located at 3821 Industrial Blvd.  This month their program will be presented by Reba Taylor and Ken Cousin from the Marion County Health Department.  Join many of…

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Major Sporting Events

Dear All, The next “Twenty in 20” is out – and what is it about?  Major Sporting Events coming to Indiana.  When talking with folks from other states, and even other countries, and you tell them you are from Indiana, what do they automatically mention about our state – some of our terrific sporting events! …

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March Around

Dear All,  With the days slowly getting longer, the sun seems to be peeking out more, and the temperatures not as winter like, it is a great time to spend time getting out  and doing some things around our State.  There is plenty going on.  Maybe you enjoy birdwatching, having some real Maple Syrup, and…

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Clean-Up Leap Year

Dear All, It can only come once every 4 years – and that is a February 29th Clean-up!  While the weather may be warmer on Sunday, how about joining me on Saturday, February 29th for a “Leap Year Clean-up”?  We will meet in the parking lot by the Boathouse Grill (southeast corner of 56th Street…

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Clean up

Our second annual “Before the Super Bowl Cleanup” was a huge success, with 22 volunteers coming out to help on what was a beautiful day. We even had a group of four Pike Firefighters take time to come and help. It is always fun to talk about some of the interesting finds that are discovered. …

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George Washington’s birthday

With today, February 22nd, being George Washington’s birthday, Abraham Lincoln’s birthday being February 12th, and honoring President’s Day this past Monday, I thought many of you may enjoy three facts about the three Presidents who during their lives resided in our State.  Hope you enjoy a little bit of history in these tidbits.

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new equipment

    Dear All, The other day a friend forwarded me the information below about the new equipment that was purchased last year by the City.  Testing will be finished soon and the new equipment will be put out on the roadways then as the weather allows.  As soon as the weather gets better and…

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This Friday evening

Dear All, This Friday evening, February 21st, Indianapolis Public Library CEO Jackie Nytes is coming to the west side for a discussion of library services.  This is part of CEO Nytes’ “Love Your Library” annual tour.  Since our Wayne Branch is currently closed for renovation this visit will take place at the Ben Davis High…

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Hands-Only CPR Class

Dear All, Have you had a Hands-Only CPR Class, or would you like a refresher?  On Wednesday, February 26th, the American Heart Association is offering a free half hour class at the Pike Library starting at 1:30 p.m.  This is an excellent opportunity for you to learn how you may be able to save a…

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Trash Pickup

Dear All, Just so there is no confusion, Presidents’ Day is not a City Holiday and there will be regular trash service next week.  Wanted to make sure everyone was aware of this so you will put out your trash on your normal day. In honor of Presidents’ Day several of our museums will be…

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