Try tile painting for Cinco de Mayo, a construction-themed outdoor party, tons of festivals and classical music.
Author Archives: Mesgana Waiss
Alma mater: Ball State University
As Mirror Indy’s arts and culture reporter, I write stories and create reels highlighting the innovative and creative projects, performances and events that residents, artists, and organizations are bringing to life across Indianapolis.
I want to champion and affirm the essence of humanity. For two summers, I was an Indianapolis Press Club Foundation fellow, interning at Indiana Landmarks and the Indianapolis Recorder, where I focused on community stories that highlight and celebrate local voices and Black heritage.
Beyond bylines and storytelling, I love to watch playoff basketball, consume fashion content and nurture my knowledge of music history.
I joined Mirror Indy to help restore trust and integrity in journalism and address the local news desert crisis.
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Design a mural for Indiana Fever’s new sports performance center
You can submit an application until July 5. The mural would be completed in 2027.
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Indy library resumes Wi-Fi hotspot program
The program was suspended in December due to federal budget cuts. Now it’s in eight locations.
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Earth Day 2026: 10 headlines to check out
Here’s what we’ve learned about data centers, curbside recycling, thrift stores, a 450-year-old tree and places to get fresh veggies.
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5 things to do at Indy’s new contemporary art museum
Play around in an experimental art office, listen to the sounds of buildings and check out a live outdoor concert during CAMi’s opening party May 1-3.
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This art exhibit takes climate change seriously
Two artists join forces for “Respect Your Mother,” an Earth Day exhibit opening April 17 at Patina Gallery.
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Celebrate Arab American Heritage at this festival
The April 18 event will feature food, an art exhibit, a cultural folk line dance and poetry.
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Easter Sunday in Indy: Serving the Lord and serving looks
Big hats and head pieces, a pinstripe suit, flashy bangles and earrings, and lots of pinks, blues and purples.
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Saddle up for a new exhibit exploring cowboy fashion
Indianapolis-based designer Jerry Lee Atwood has made suits for Post Malone and Lil Nas X.
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42 things to do in April in Indianapolis
Check out a chocolate and coffee festival, live music, tree giveaway and an Arab American heritage market.
