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New Book on "Historic Irvington"
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"Historic Irvington," a recently published pictorial history book of Irvington
will be previewed by the author Mrs. Julie Young, Wednesday, August 20th, 11:30
am at the Golden Coral Restaurant, 10220 E. Washington St. Autographed volumes
will be available. This is an excellent publication one that you will want to become
acquainted with. Your host: East Side Optimist Club.
2008-09-15
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Bike to Work Day is Friday, May 16th
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Scott Irons and Indy Cycle Specialists (in Irvington) will be hosting the East Side Ride on that day. Please visit Scott and the crew at Indy Cycle Specialists for more details.
2008-09-15
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Our Lady of Lourdes Chess Club Hosts Public Tournament
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Our Lady of Lourdes Chess Club will host its next tournament on Monday, April 28th. Arrive any time between 3:05 and 3:55. It ends at 5:30 and is in the cafe. Cost is $2.00 for OLL students, and $3.00 for non-students. This is open to anyone in grades K-8! Call Kieron Mitchell with questions: 317-430-5254.
2008-09-15
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"Waters of Irvington Nursing Facility" sponsors Community Easter Egg Hunt - FREE ADMISSION
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Easter egg hunt March 22nd @ 4:00 at Waters of Irvington, 344 S Ritter Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46219. Children ages 2-10 can enjoy an egg hunt with the Easter Bunny in attendance. Bring your own Easter basket to collect eggs, and don't forget to bring a camera for photos with the Easter Bunny. FREE ADMISSION! For more information call (317)359-5515.
2008-09-15
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Most influencial Book
By: Kevin Friedly
There are a number of books that have had a strong influence on me through the years for various reasons. To choose one is difficult. However, on that stands out is "The Hobbit" by J.R.R. Tolkein. Yes, yes, I know it's not "The Bible," not "The Origin of Species" nor "War and Peace." In fact there is nothing particularly deep or life-changing within its content. It is this simple fact makes it such an important book for me. Up until the time I read "The Hobbit," at a strong uring from a good friend, I had only read non-fiction science, math or philosophy books. Even as a youngster I focused on the books that "reported" on the world around me. I almost felf that reading fiction was a frivolous activity that I didn't have time for. Once I cracked open the world of Middle Earth I never looked back. I discovered the beauty of words and the "music of language." I had always enjoyed fiction and creativity but never in the form of a book. I particularly enjoyed the beautiful way that Tolkein described even the dullest things. I could tell that he enjoyed the "sound" of words. When he had a choice of several words, he seemed to always find the word that worked both rythmically and tonally to perfectly convey the mood. I also enjoyed the "drama" he could produce with only words. My strongest memory is of Tolkein's description of the attack of the Orcs in the mines of Moria culminating in Gandalf's fall at the bridge of Kazad D'Um. His choice of words and sentence length helped to build the excitement and tension. As the energy reached a peak, he ended the chapter with a simple sentence as Gandalf fell into the abyss..."Fly you fools," he cried, and was gone." What an ending to an exciting chapter.
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