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Converted from paper version of the Broad Ripple Gazette (v15n08)
Round the Ripple - by Bill Malcolm
posted: Apr. 13, 2018

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No outdoor pool at revamped Park?
At the IndyParks April 4, 2018, master planning meeting for revamping Broad Ripple Park, a Parks representative told me the current outdoor pool is too old to be repaired (none of the proposed park layouts showed an outdoor pool*).
It was also announced formally that IndyParks is looking for strategic partners to run/construct recreation facilities at BR Park, including YMCAs and hospitals.
Upcoming meetings include May 2, 2018, and May 23, 2018, at Broad Ripple High School.
Three "concepts" are being considered: 1. Developing "pockets" including a recreation center. 2. Urbanized edge including a marina. 3. Naturalized engagement featuring a nature center and more trails.
Ideas include new splash parks, cafes, moving the Farmers' Market to the Park, and moving the boat ramp.
To find out more, you can stop by the Project Studio at the Family Center in Broad Ripple Park or go to www.broadrippleparkmasterplan.com.
Unlike the Library which is moving the Glendale location to a new building without any public input process, thanks to IndyParks for this informative, transparent, and open dialogue.


Farmers Market opens May 5, 2018
The outdoor Farmers Market returns to Broad Ripple High School starting Saturday, May 5, 2018. There will be no Wednesday night market this year at Bent Rail Brewery, however, due to low attendance last year. This will be the last year at the High School site which is closing.


Plant Sale Set for April 30-May 12, 2018
The Greenhouse at the Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired will have a spring plant sale from April 30, 2018, to May 12, 2018. The hours are 12-5 weekdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. You will find them at 75th and College.


Sandwich shop demise
First Subway. Now Erbert and Gerberts. Two sandwich shops have closed on Broad Ripple Avenue in the last few weeks. What's up with that?


New art exhibit, Art Fair, and Spring Art Walk scheduled at the Indpls Art Ctr
April 20, 2018 - 6-9 pm - Spring Exhibition Series Opening Reception-The Spring Exhibition Series features new works by Indiana painters Drew Etienne and Elise Howell, fresh artworks by enrolled students from local Indiana colleges, and recent works by children ages 5-18 participating in the Art Center's after-school ArtReach programs.
May 11, 2018 - 8-9:30 pm - BRVA Spring Art Walk After Party hosted by the Indianapolis Art Center: The Indianapolis Art Center will host a free community party from 8:00 - 9:30 pm after the Broad Ripple Village Association's (BRVA) annual Spring Art Walk. Starting at 5:00 pm, BRVA Art Walk participants can pick up a map and brochure at the BRVA office located at 6323 Guilford Ave.
May 19, 2018, 11 am-7 pm & May 20, 2018, 11 am-6 pm - Broad Ripple Art Fair


Upcoming
4/21/18 Wildflower Walk, Holliday Park with Norma Wallman (re-scheduled from 4/7)
4/22/18 JCC Earth Day Community Celebration, 12 to 4 pm, 6701 Hoover Rd
4/26/18 Dining Out for Life. Select local restaurants will be donating a portion of your bill to the Damien Center and the local fight against HIV





Bill Malcolm also writes a travel column in The Midwest Eagle and is a reporter for All Aboard Indiana (as a volunteer for both). He advocates for fair and affordable utility rates for a national association based in Washington, D.C. He welcomes reader feedback and story ideas. Send to Bill@BroadRippleGazette.com




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