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Author Archives: Rebecca Berfanger
Rebecca Berfanger is a solo attorney, adjunct professor (Media Law & Ethics for Ball State journalism students; First Amendment at IU McKinney Law), freelance journalist, and aspiring podcast host ("Another's Lyric," an on-again, off-again First Amendment podcast). She has written for Indianapolis Monthly, South Magazine, Columbus Magazine, NUVO, Indianapolis Business Journal, and local legal publications. She volunteers for performing arts groups, and was previously on the boards of Earth Charter Indiana, Indy Film Fest, Circle City Roller Derby, and Step-Up Inc. (HIV/AIDS-related issues). Her social media posts are mostly cats and artists, and descriptions of walks for her "Stoopid Mental and Physical Health:tm:" that often include stops for a croissant and gifts from her favorite local businesses.
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Art exhibition asks people to not forget Ukraine and Afghanistan
Two artists showcase political statements, art performance, talent and beauty from their war-ravaged homelands.
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‘A’ is for April, and for Arab American Art
The art exhibition “Arabesque: The Art of Storytelling” seeks to pass the mic to Arab Americans.
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March 31 Trans Day of Visibility to be celebrated by artists
The event will commemorate the death of Sam Nordquist and raise funds for nonprofit GenderNexus.
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Celebrating their status
Local photographer Todd Fuqua started a movement to mark anniversaries of getting the ‘undetectable’ status after an HIV diagnosis.
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Support local students at their school holiday shows
These shows are either free or low-cost and include bands, show choirs and orchestras performing your favorite winter bops.
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‘Funny, Like An Abortion’ showing at IndyFringe
The dark comedy is a call to action — and a place for people on both sides of the issue to have a conversation.
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Advocate Paula French celebrated at the Indiana AIDS Walk
Her brother’s death from AIDS complications inspired her life’s work
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12 ways to celebrate Pride in Indy during the month of June
A sapphic celebration, a historical documentary about voguing, pub crawls and art exhibitions are all part of the 2024 Pride events calendar.
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Theater program makes triumphant return at Crispus Attucks High School
The new program boasts experienced teachers and community partnerships for real-life skills learning.