Butler University Bulldog Jog (March 24, 2012)

 Butler University’s Bulldog Jog to Be Held March 24
      
INDIANAPOLIS – Butler University hosts the 20th annual Bulldog Jog 5K run/walk and, for the first time, a 1-mile dog walk beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday, March 24.

Registration is $20 for the general public and $15 for Butler students until March 12. Late registration (March 13 and thereafter) is $25. Details and registration forms are available at http://www.butler.edu/bulldog-jog/. More information is available by calling (317) 940-4472.

Registration is open to the community. Proceeds from the event benefit the Butler University Health and Recreation Complex Student Scholarship Fund. The course for the run/walk begins on Lake Road and proceeds through the Butler University campus and canal path. Runners begin at 9 a.m., walkers at 9:05 a.m. Late registration will be held in the lobby of the Health & Recreation Complex, immediately west of Hinkle Fieldhouse, from 8-8:45 a.m.  The 5k race will begin at 9 a.m. for runners and 9:05 a.m. for walkers. Participants in the dog walk will get started at 9:15 a.m. Official Butler University mascot Butler Blue II will serve as grand marshal for the inaugural Bulldog Jog Dog Walk. Participants are encouraged to bring items and supplies for Indiana Bulldog Rescue and Humane Society of Indianapolis to assist in the care of dogs much less fortunate.

This year’s Bulldog Jog is sponsored by Butler University, the Butler University Student Foundation, Holistic Select, Fresh Market, Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis-Carmel, City Dogs Grocery, WellPet, Aramark, Athletic Annex, Brinkman Press and the Health and Recreation Complex.

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Larry Bird’s Indianapolis

According to Larry Bird, BTN makes the cut in his 10 great places to visit in Indianapolis!!

What are your top 10 places to visit in our city or neighborhood? Email us at .

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Super Bowl is just TWO (2) days away…

Has this week flown or what? If you haven’t yet been able to enjoy the festivities downtown this week we hope you will take advantage of all that Indy has to offer this weekend. As tens of thousands of visitors descend on our city below is a list of cab companies should you wish to avoid parking downtown.

  • Indianapolis Yellow Cab (317-487-1430)
  • Indy Airport Taxi (317-381-1111)
  • A Star Airport Taxi Service (317-921-0040)
  • A and T Cab (317-897-2122)
  • Circle City Cab (317-848-5757)
  • Broad Ripple Village Taxi (317-487-6666)

Speaking of Broad Ripple Village — if you can’t make it downtown just travel a little bit north and experience the Broad Ripple Super Fest running now thru February 5th!

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BTNA Meeting – Monday 12/12, 7:00 pm

Our last BTNA meeting of the year will take place this Monday, 12/12, at the Martin Luther King Community Center. The Center is located at 40 W. 40th Street.

Please see the agenda below. See you on Monday.

 

BTNA Board of Directors

December 12, 2011 – Meeting Agenda

 

 

Location: Martin Luther King Community Center – 40th and Illinois

Time: 7:00 PM

 

 

Agenda Item Who
Opening Remarks, Introductions:

  • Meeting called to order at 7:00 PM
  • Introduction of Board Members
  • Introduction of Guests
  • Approval of Minutes of Last Meeting

 

Executive (10 min)
Neighborhood Comments (10 min)
Treasurer Report:

 

Kevin Swiontek (5 min)
Tarkington Park – Changing Shelter Stuart Lowry – Indy Parks (10 min)
Safe Routes to School:

 

 

Jennifer Pyrz (10 min)

 

 

Sustain Indy Jamison Hutchins (10 min)
St. Thomas Aquinas Food Pantry Mark Varnau (10 min)
BTNA Business:

  • Ace Mural update
  • Confirm approval of new president (Jeremy Stewart)
  • Fill open executive committee position (VP)
  • Intro of Micki Sheridan and vote on joining the board
  • Reaffirm board members’ commitments to continue or exit at the end a expiring term
  • Transit Resolution
  • Adopt-a-Family
  • Other

 

BTNA Board (20 min)
Wrap-Up/Next Steps

  • Next Meeting: 1/9/12
Executive (5 min)

 

 

 

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Midtown Holiday Home Tour – November 12&13

2nd Annual Midtown Holiday Home Tour
The Holiday Home Tour has a rich history in our Midtown neighborhoods of Broad Ripple, Butler-Tarkington, Mapleton-Fall Creek, Meridian-Kessler and the North Meridian Street Historic District. Sponsored for many years by the Easter Seals Crossroads Guild, the tour began a new era last year as the Midtown Holiday Home Tour.
 
Each home is decorated by a local florist, working closely with the homeowners to reflect their personal style. This Midtown tradition has helped families begin their holiday seasons for over 30 years.

Midtown Holiday Market at the Riviera Club
Free and open to the public!
Looking for the perfect holiday gifts? Get a jump on your shopping while supporting local artists and merchants. The second annual Holiday Market is filled with unique merchandise for your friends, family and you. Relax with soup, sandwiches and dessert or join us for the monthly Rivi Brunch Sunday 11-2. Midtown musicians will get you in the holiday mood.
 
Very Special Arts of Indiana will be at the Midtown Holiday Market offering their work for sale. VSA Indiana provides access to lifelong learning and expression through the arts for people with disabilities.
 
Local artists and shops participating include:           
Kat Barrett
Brock Cagaan              
Michelle Hayes
Gayle Herrli                 
Jennifer Marshall 
Camille Richards                  
Karen Seltzer 
David Sloma
Beasley Orchard          
Blue Marble Custom Woodwork
Letters From Home
Mother Nature’s Sun
Organic Ceramics
Susan Van Huss Design
Palm Court Design
The Playful Soul

The Knit Chick

VSA Indiana

Local Musicians
Freshly Brewed
Caleb Hawkins
Chad Mills
Tom Peters
Robert Scott
Evan Slusher
Ted Yoder
 
Thanks to our Sponsors!
Silver Level
National Bank of Indianapolis
NUVO
Marigold Clothing
Printing Partners
The Riviera Club
 
Affiliate Level
Digital Color Graphics
G Thrapp Jewelers
Gerdt Furniture
Gregory & Appell
Meridian & Binkleys
Plymate
Sullivan’s Hardware
 
Good Neighbors
Meridian Heights Cleaners
Langdon & Company
Burroughs Upholstery

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Butler vs. Valparaiso Tailgate Cancelled 10/15/11

Unfortunately we had to cancel the tailgate planned prior to the Butler vs. Valparaiso Football Game tomorrow, 10/15/11 due to a low number of tickets purchased. We will try again during the basketball season!

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