Here’s a taco haiku inspired by our Indy Taco Fest pictures:
Tortilla in hand —
a spicy ticket to the world.
Delight, bite and dream.
This week’s newsletter has stories about the kind of women books are written about: brave artists, truth-telling activists and living hip-hop legends.
We also have more ideas for what to eat from our friends at a beloved westside cultural institution.
WHAT’S NEW IN ARTS & CULTURE
A new art exhibit at the Central Library celebrates the empowerment of domestic violence survivors with paintings, ceramics and mixed media works by 20 women of color artists.
A’Lelia Bundles, the great-great granddaughter of Madam C.J. Walker led the discussion, “Book Bans, Education and the Long Campaign to Teach the Truth about Black History,” at the Madam Walker Legacy Center, and we have highlights.
17 Indy-based and national Latino/e/x artists are part of the art show “Cosas Bonitas” at the Marilyn Rose Center. The exhibit was curated by Elias Garza and Samuel Penaloza, and will be on display through Sept. 28.
In case you missed something, see all arts and culture coverage here.
WHAT WE’RE DOING
We asked our friends at the International Marketplace Coalition what they’re up to.
- “I have been exploring local nature centers like the Holliday Park Nature Center and the Eagle Creek Earth Discovery Center to stay grounded while hiding from the heat! My current favorite park book is ‘The Anthropocene Reviewed’ by Indiana Hoosier John Green.”
— Lindsey DeLorey, International Marketplace Coalition and Indy’s Global Village Education Programs Manager - “I am excited to visit Waterman’s Family Farm this fall for their apple orchard and pumpkin patch activities! It will be my first time visiting, so I can’t wait to venture into this experience.”
— Selena Wilborn, Indy’s Global Village, Marketing Manager - “I have been on an East-Asian restaurant kick. I tried Pho Saigon for their pho, Takumi for their ramen, and Eating Fresh for their dim sum. Closer to where I live, I love King Wok for their tempura.”
— Daniel Del Real, Curator at The International Marketplace Coalition’s Global Village
Looking for other things to do? Check out Mirror Indy’s events calendar.
CITY CHATTER
What’s good, friends!
It’s funny how life has a way of slowing you down.
I had all kinds of big fun (word to Claire Huxtable) planned this weekend, including stopping through Mike Epps’ free community concert and the Riverside Parade, but my hip said otherwise.
I literally just turned 36 (facepalm emoji). So, in response to that lil setback, I will be increasing my daily movement and taking advantage of opportunities to stay limber thanks to resources like DIP-IN and Black Hikers Unite. (There’s an Indy chapter!)
Even though I couldn’t make it to either Epps or the Parade, it was great to see photos from two of my favorite local photogs Wildstyle Paschall and Andrea Smith who excellently captured the magic of the moment.
Also, if you haven’t heard, the Westside has a new-ish watering hole. The Ritz Lounge, which is now under new ownership/management, will have its grand opening this weekend. If you see me and want to chat, it’ll cost you exactly one Crown and Coke.
In other news:
- PATTERN has a new digital cover and interview with 4200Kory, one of the city’s hottest emcees.
- I’m not a Swifty but whoever did this at the Children’s Museum deserves a raise.
—Ebony Chappel, Free Press Indiana market director
MUSIC NEWS
At 6 p.m. Sept. 23, legendary hip-hop emcee and battle rapper Roxanne Shanté and DJ Cool V from the Juice Crew are visiting Butler University for a workshop and discussion. Both icons rose to fame during the mid-1980s.
For those who can’t make it to the free event, a livestream of the discussion will be available online.
— Breanna Cooper, arts and culture reporter
TIME MACHINE
Remember when FAF Collective hosted Indy Women in Hip-Hop at State Street Pub in 2018? The show highlighted local women emcees like Manon Voice, Mariah Ivey, Syd Blaine, Kiana Flowers, DJ Cleopatra on the 1’s and 2’s, and more.
The venue was packed with hip-hop fans, State Street Pub lovers, and FAF Collective community supporters. At that time, it was the most packed out show SSP held.
I’ve thrown many community gatherings and shows over the years but Indy Women in Hip-Hop will always be one of my favorites.
What cool Indy memories do you have? Email them to me at ariana.beedie@mirrorindy.org.
— Ariana Beedie, community journalism director
CLASSIFIEDS
- Affordable Hi Fi provides turntable repairs, sales of equipment and education by appointment.
- Find wigs, hair products and cosmetics at Supreme Hair Depot beauty supply.
- Ballet Folklorico Mosaicos is looking for dancers for their new season. No experience necessary.
- Take a gardening workshop with MA’AT Urban Agriculture at Belmont Beach. Message them for more info.
- Eat snacks, enjoy beverages and print t-shirts with Cat Head Press for $50.
Send us your creative service ad to hello@mirrorindy.org and write “Classifieds” in the subject line.
Thanks for reading.
You can reach me at jennifer.delgadillo@mirrorindy.org. I’d love to hear from you!
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This newsletter was written by Jennifer Delgadillo and edited by Mirror Indy’s web producer, Gwen Ragno.
Play List’s illustrations are by Rebekah Nolan.
The audio version of this newsletter was recorded and edited with Joseph Kilbourn.
The music in the audio version of this newsletter is “Treasure Everywhere” by Forestero.
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