We love NECOOP! It's a wonderful community. Their focus on play and commitment to getting kids…read moreoutside is exactly what we wanted for our child. We couldn't ask for a better child-led preschool and environment.

If it's related to the arts in Lawrence, there's a pretty good chance that Arts for Lawrence has a…read morehand in it. Started as a non-profit in 2006, Arts for Lawrence is the largest non-profit arts organization in Lawrence and Indy's northeast quadrant. The organization serves as the steward for the historic Theater at the Fort and offers a remarkably diverse array of affordable arts programs at Theater at the Fort, Fort Ben Cultural Campus, and the Visual Arts Campus. VERY often, these activities are provided at no charge to the community. This was the case for this past weekend's Shakespeare at the Fort: A Midsummer Night's Dream directed by longtime Indy radio personality Matthew Socey. At one point, I was contemplating placing a memorial for children lost to violence in the Fort Ben area - It was Arts for Lawrence that responded and had some dialogue about the idea. Essentially, I've found the organization pretty amazingly responsive when it comes to exploring ideas for creatively improving the lives of Lawrence residents. The musical chairs at Fort Ben? Arts for Lawrence is behind this wonderful, family-friendly installation operating daily from 9am-10pm. (I do agree with some who've observed it would have been ideal to include at least one accessible swing). The Fort Ben Cultural Campus as launched in 2021 with the former Fort Harrison Communications Building moved to the campus and re-established as a Visual Arts Center with monthly exhibitions, a ceramics studio offering classes for all ages and abilities, and upstairs area offering additional classes. Programs include festivals, theater performances, outdoor concert series, art classes, art exhibitions, poetry readings, and more. Food trucks often appear at outdoor events. Being right by Lawrence's City Hall, this area seems to have become a central locale for many of the City's sponsored community activities. Arts for Lawrence also has a strong equity statement on their website indicating a desire to ensure that arts programming is accessible to all. The Visual Arts Center is now open from 6-9pm daily and during festivals. Additional features include the Sterrett Center, Marching Sidewalk, Lawrence's public art, the amphitheater, and an app offering AR/VR experiences. Arts for Lawrence only assumed stewardship of Theater at the Fort in 2016. They began a vigorous upgrading of the 1929 theater and while it's certainly not perfectly accessible (what 1929 building is?), it's dramatically improved and there's an attitude of access. As a city, Lawrence fairly recently established a commission on disability. It took me quite a while to realize that many of the activities I attend here in the Fort Ben area fall under the umbrella of Arts for Lawrence. I'd imagine it will only improve once the currently under construction Fort Ben branch of the Indianapolis Public Library is completed. There's so much to love here and Arts for Lawrence is behind much of it and they've become a guiding player in the growing Lawrence arts scene. With friendly people, great events, and opportunities for all, I'm definitely a fan of Arts for Lawrence.

I love coming to support local artists here! I have been a few times now for Crossroads Dance Indy…read moreperformances and I love it every time. The venue feels small, but still fits an audience of 100+. The staff are always so friendly and do a good job of guiding you where to go. The restrooms are always clean as well. The parking situation isn't super great, however. I usually park in the lot across the street, but there isn't a ton of room on show nights. You'd have to find street parking if it were a busy night. Plan extra time just in case!

Okay this listing is weird - This is the address to Lillie Idella Kitley Elementary School in…read moreFranklin Township. Listing says that this location is closed but it is a very active K - 5 school. I attended a HOA meeting here tonight and it was held in the lunchroom. This school is very clean & colorful. The displays in the halls show the pride the staff and students have in their school.

Awesome school would recommend to others. Made lots of…read morefriends such as Ethan R. School lunch fye!

Well I figured I should give my alma mater some love. I attended BCHC from 1996-2000, My experience…read morethere was very unique. My freshman year I was immediately drawn to the internally produced TV show. I got in and was mentored by a junior at the time who was a part of the original tv crew (it had just started a year or two before me). I soon took over co-producing the show and after my mentor left I was the producer and editor of the show. I also ran all of the AV for the liturgies, pep rallies and DJ'd most of the dances with my two best friends. Why am I telling you this? By the time I was a Junior I had a job working for Markey's AV. I started my career in Technology when I was 15 because the opportunities at Chatard. My story is unique for sure but the staff at Chatard supported me and helped me grow as a young man. On other notes not related to my career. I was and am not Catholic. Even though it is required to take a religion class every year I was not pressured in any way to take on their beliefs. I treated it as a history class. What was so amazing was that the Senior religion class was world religions. I always thought this was such an amazing things for them to do. And if you were a student there from the late 70's to the mid 2000's you had Mr. Powell as your teacher. I bet there are 1,000's of adults that when asked who is the one teacher that left a mark on you would say Mr. Powell. He was definitely mine. * The main reason my parents chose Chatard was their English program for kids with learning disabilities. I was diagnosed with ADD at a young age in the 80's. This program and the absolutely amazing teachers supported learning techniques for students with these issues. We were in our own small 6 student classroom for 2 periods of the day instead of being in the general English class. After 2 years of this program I was able to return back to the regular class. I will never forget how much that helped me in my learning through my entire life. Over the years I came back and volunteered time teaching students in the TV show program, photography in art class. I have donated art for the auctions and more. Why because I love this school. I could go on and on for ever about my experiences here. I will always be a Trojan!! And if any staff read this, I am always willing and able to volunteer. I have spent the past 22 years in the advanced technologies and engineering, photography and videography.

St Matthew's has a great Pre-K program! We are not Catholic but my daughter goes here 3 days a…read moreweek. She loves it! She has a ton of fun and learns without realizing that is what she is doing. They have play based curriculum which is perfect for 4-5 year olds. The staff is fantastic and caring. My husband passed away during the school year and I know that the teachers have taken extra care of my daughter and really have given her a safe place to express her sadness and thoughts. I would highly recommend the program.

MSDWC has dedicated teachers, exceptional programs for students to participate, innovative tools…read morefor academics and an extensive sport program.

My brother and I are both graduates of Warren Central. Tonight we have come to the Festival of…read moreCarols to enjoy some beautiful music together. This is a beautiful music venue and the acoustics are fabulous. The Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra and the Indianapolis Symphonic Choir will sing along with some soloists. We both were in top singing groups all through high school.THe music and singing is truly festive and joyful. The decorations are bright and colorful. I am loving every minute of it.

Came here for a basketball game, my sons school vs tech. It cost $5 to get in and cash only. It…read morewasn't exactly clear where to park and which door to go into, so I didn't like that as it was confusing. I also didn't like that the bleachers were upstairs, It felt really far away. There were no bleachers set up on the same level as the game. They offered concessions which had some good choices and fair pricing, they also took cashapp which was a plus. I got a hot dog and hot cheetos. I enjoyed my hot dog. It was grilled and tasted really pleasing, I was surprised since it came from concessions. The gym is a pretty large size and had score boards on each side.

I recently graduated from tech in June. In my opinion it is one of the best schools in the city…read more There so many academics program there. There also are many career opportunities where you can learn how to do the job that you are interested in doing as a career. The athletics teams are good too. 2014 4A basketball champions. I would recommend this school to everyone.

My nephew, who is currently a 10th grader attending here, has received multiple recognitions during…read morehis short time here. LC Bear of the Month, Perfect Attendance, and the Honor Roll Certificate have all been awarded to him. He sends me photos of these certificates, which lets me know that he is proud to have earned them. He has always been an excellent student, and I am happy that the school makes the effort to recognize those deserving students for their focus and determination. I recently visited the school to pick my nephew up early, and that process did not go as smoothly as I would have liked. I arrived and gave his name to the person manning the front desk. I should mention that the doors to the school were not locked, so I was able to walk directly into the foyer. The young lady called into his class and advised me that he'd be on his way. I waited over 15 minutes before inquiring about his whereabouts. I was then told that he was finishing up a test and would be on his way soon. I think this information should have been relayed to me after the initial call to his classroom. I asked if he'd be allowed to leave the building without me escorting him and was told that he would. I returned to my car. Due to it being so close to dismissal, I'm guessing, I was unable to pull up to the front door and had to park in the lot, which is not very close to the entrance. Shortly thereafter, my nephew appeared in the parking lot, at my car. This process didn't feel very secure. I did not have to show I.D., or sign him out, or even wait to retrieve him. I would love for them to tighten up the procedures around early dismissal.

My eldest daughter is a senior at LC this year and has been involved in theater, arts, and is on…read morethe newspaper. She's had the opportunity to make great friends and enjoy her teen years contributing and gaining much needed experience to advance to the next level. Last year she was in several productions, including a fabulous rendition of Beauty and the Beast. She's now cast in Les Miserables, and has recruited her grade school sister to join her - pushing her to audition for one of the younger parts. She, too, was cast - as little Eponine. Ms. Horrigan, the theater instructor, and Mr. Ellis, the music teacher, put in long hours to prepare for their productions. I'm proud to have the opportunity to see both girls on the same stage. Likewise, the school newspaper has grueling deadlines for all on staff. Many late nights have been put in getting the final details in for the printing of each issue. My daughter has columns in the paper on local music shows, cd releases and movies. This creative outlet has allowed her to grow as a journalist and learn the ins and out of editing and page placement. I'm grateful for the wonderful programs offered at LC and the foundation that has been created for the next chapter in her life.