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A map of Summer Celebration event venues, hotels, parking, street closures and more is attached and is available at below and at www.indydt.com/blackexpo2008.pdf.
Prepare:
- Plan your driving and walking route into and through Downtown ahead of time.
- Use interstates to travel to and leave Downtown.
- Enter Downtown from the side on which you plan to park.
- Allow plenty of extra travel time to Downtown.
- Be aware that travel through Downtown will be limited to streets away from the core area.
- Relax during peak exit times.
- Wear comfortable shoes, park once and enjoy the walk.
- Carpool or use IndyGo if possible.
Park:
- Downtown parking is abundant. There are more than 70,000 parking spaces Downtown.
- Log onto www.indydt.com for Downtown maps with attraction and parking information. Print out the map and bring it with you.
- Select a couple of parking alternatives before you leave home.
- Plan to use a garage or lot. Most meters near the event sites are restricted during this time.
- Some parking facilities and lots may not be open to the public.
- Parking garages operating 24 hours will provide more than 13,000 parking spaces during this timeframe. Garages include:
| Capitol Commons/Westin |
10 S. Capitol |
951.0866 |
| City Park Garage |
120 E. Washington |
686.0486 |
| Claypool Court/Embassy Suites |
33 N. Capitol |
632.9805 |
| Hilton Garage |
130 W. Market |
972.0600 |
| Market District Garage |
101 N. New Jersey |
655.3121 |
| Market Square Cntr Garage |
150 E Ohio |
236.2004 |
| Marriott Downtown |
350 W. Maryland |
822.3500 |
| Merchants Garage |
31 S. Meridian |
681.5670 |
| NatCity Centre/Hyatt |
5 S. Capitol |
632.2893 |
| One Indiana Square Garage |
150 E. Ohio |
655.3121 |
| Pan Am Plaza/Crowne Plaza |
240 S. Illinois |
237.5790 |
| Plaza Park |
109 S. Capitol |
638.2171 |
| Sideline Parking Garage |
121 E Maryland |
686.0486 |
| Sheraton Garage |
55 W. Ohio |
635.2000 |
| State Garage |
401 W. Washington |
232.6268 |
| Union Station |
301 S. Meridian |
266.8842 |
| World Wonders |
100 S. Illinois |
681.5670 |
Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration event highlights are listed below:
July 10
4th Annual Peace in the Streets Circle of Peace Rally
Location: Indianapolis City Market
Time: Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Price: FREE
July 11
Dance Diaspora “Dancing Among the Stars”
Come dance among the stars! This black-tie event will be a night full of music, dancing and great food. There will also be a live performance by the Wendy Reed Band.
Location: Hyatt Regency Downtown, One South Capitol Avenue
Time: Reception 6:30 p.m., Dinner 7:30 p.m.
Price: Individual $125; $1,000 Table of 8; Individual Patron $ 250; Patron Tables $2,000
July 13
Indiana Black Expo Movies at the IMAX
Join the Indiana Black Expo Inc. for an evening of cinematic art featuring three Heartland Film Festival movies: “War Dance,” “The Pact” and “I Never Meant.”
Location: IMAX Theatre inside the Indiana State Museum
Time: 4 – 8 p.m.
Price: $3 per person
July 14
WTHR-TV 13 Employment Fair Seminars presented by WorkOne
Come dressed to impress with your resume in hand, for a morning of networking and job seeking strategies.
Location: Indiana Convention Center, Room 113-115
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Fox 59/CW4 Children's Day
Enjoy a Farmer’s Market, leadership camp and The Tamika Catchings’ “Catch the Stars” Basketball Clinic.
Location: Indiana Convention Center, Hall A & B
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Cost: $1 donation per child
July 17
WTHR TV 13 Employment Opportunity Fair
More than 100 potential employers will be present to provide screenings and interviews for applicants. Workshops on interviewing skills, dressing for success and online resume application services will also be offered during this time. Come dressed to impress with your resume in hand.
Location: Indiana Convention Center, 500 Ballroom
Time: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Price: FREE
Indiana Black Expo Corporate Luncheon presented by Pacers Sports & Entertainment
Don’t miss this exciting event honoring Randal Pinkett (Entrepreneur of the Year Award),
Chauncey Holloman (Youth Entrepreneur Award) and Angie Stone (Women of Vision Award).
Location: Sagamore Ballroom
Time: Doors open 10:30 a.m.; Luncheon 11:30 a.m.
Price: Tickets are $50 per person or $500 per table.
July 17 - 20
Cultural Arts Pavilion presented by State Farm Insurance
Location: Indiana Convention Center, Wabash Ballroom Corridor
Time: Various Times
Price: Free with admission to the Indiana Convention Center
July 18
Indiana Black Expo: Black and Minority Health Fair “INShape Indiana”
Thursday is the health fair’s opening ceremony and Senior Citizen's Day. Learn how to maintain a healthier lifestyle at this workshop. The fair is open daily Thursday – Sunday.
Location: Indiana Convention Center, Hall D
Time: Various times
Price: Free
July 18
IBE Regional Gospel Showcase
Enjoy the debut of Indiana Black Expo’s first local gospel showcase featuring talented gospel choirs and individuals from all over the state.
Location: Indiana Convention Center, Hall A
Time: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Cost: Free with the general admission ticket
July 18 - 20
NCAA Kids' World
This indoor amusement area is perfect for entertaining the kids throughout the day. Enjoy rides, games and interactive entertainment. This year is even better with events such as inflatable bounce houses, educational experiences and a host of other exciting activities.
Location: Indiana Convention Center
Time: Various times
Price: Free with admission to the Indiana Convention Center
July 19
StarQuest Talent Competition
This spectacular talent competition will feature local artists singing, dancing and rapping their way to the top.
Location: Indiana Convention Center, Hall A
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Price: Free with admission to the Indiana Convention Center
Holla Back Teen Forum
This teen forum focuses on issues and concerns facing today's youth.
Location: Conseco Fieldhouse
Time: 3 – 5 p.m.
Price: Purchase the Teen Bling Ticket including admission to the Teen Bling Party, Holla Back Teen Forum and the Amp Harris & Reggie Wayne Celebrity Basketball Game for $19.99.
***Don't forget the weekend curfew! 11 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday (ages 14 and under) and 1 a.m. on Friday, Saturday & Sunday (ages 15 - 17). ENJOY YOUR TIME, BUT REMEMBER THE TIME!
Indiana Black Expo Fashion Show
Join host Mercedes, from America's Next Top Model, as she presents the “Elements of Fashion”
Location: Indiana Convention Center, Rms 101-106
Time: First show doors open 1:30 p.m. and show 2 - 3 p.m.; second show doors open 4:30 p.m. and show 5 – 6 p.m.
Price: Free with your admission into the Indiana Convention Center
The Amp Harris & Reggie Wayne Celebrity Basketball Game
Location: Conseco Fieldhouse
Time: 6 p.m.
Price: Purchase the Teen Bling Ticket including admission to the Teen Bling Party, Holla Back Teen Forum and the Amp Harris & Reggie Wayne Celebrity Basketball Game for $19.99.
Teen Bling Party
Don't miss this party for individuals 21 and under with performances by today's hottest stars!
Location: Conseco Fieldhouse
Time: 9 p.m. - midnight
Price: Purchase the Teen Bling Ticket including admission to the Teen Bling Party, Holla Back Teen Forum and the Amp Harris & Reggie Wayne Celebrity Basketball Game for $19.99.
Music Heritage Festival
Enjoy an exciting night full of music and laughs featuring Keyshia Cole, KEM and Chrisette Michele.
Location: Indiana Convention Center, Sagamore Ballroom
Time: 7 p.m.
Price: $50 VIP; $65
Club Expo “Official After Party”
Don't miss the official after-party featuring some of the hottest stars of this year's Summer Celebration!
Location: Indiana Convention Center, 500 Ballroom
Time: 10 p.m. – 3 a.m.
Cost: $20 in advance, ages 21 and over
July 20
A Celebration of Praise Church Service
Join Eastern Star and the Indiana Black Expo Inc. for a spirit filled morning of praise and worship with Pastor Jeffery Johnson.
Time: 9 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Conseco Fieldhouse
Price: Free with your admission into the Indiana Convention Center
Gospel Music Explosion
This musical event will feature performances by Dorinda Clark Cole, Beverly Crawford, DeWayne Woods & When Singers Meet, Kathy Taylor & Favor, Jonathan Nelson featuring Purpose, Bishop Bobby Hilton & Word Of Deliverance Choir, Maurette Brown Clark, Maurice Griffin, Brian Wilson and The Northernaires.
Location: Indiana Convention Center, Hall A
Time: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Price: FREE
WhiteLies.tv Free Concert
Come out and enjoy the WhiteLies.tv Free Concert! This year the headliners are Cameo, ConFunkShun and The Whispers.
Location: American Legion Mall
Time: 6 p.m.
Price: Free
Note: Barbeque grills, candles, bottles, coolers, pets and tents are prohibited at this smoke-free event.
For complete information on Summer Celebration, log on to www.indianablackexpo.com or call 317.925.2702.
Other Downtown opportunities
New Public Art
Renowned artist Chakaia Booker will debut nine original sculptures for a temporary public art exhibition in Indianapolis starting July 22 through August 2009. Visit www.indyarts.org for more arts information.
Play ball!
The Indianapolis Tennis Championships kick off on July 12 and continue through July 20 at
the Indianapolis Tennis Center on the IUPUI campus. The Indianapolis Indians will take on
the Toledo Mud Huns at Victory Field July 10 – 13. The Indiana Fever will heat up the court against the Chicago Sky on July 12 and Seattle Storm on July 18 at Conseco Fieldhouse. Tip off is at 7 p.m. Don’t miss a minute of the action!
Sounds of Summer
The Madame Walker Theatre Center presents Indiana Avenue Blues BBQ Family Reunion Festival on July 11 from noon to midnight. The festival will feature the delights of Indianapolis-based Bar-B-Q Heaven and C&R Catering, who will provide a variety of southern deep-fried fish. Headliner Michael Burks and other performers will take to the stage. Children’s activities will take place in the Walker Plaza Parking Lot. Admission is free.
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra will perform Simply Sinatra at Hilbert Circle Theatre at 8 p.m. on July 11 and 12 and Heroes and Victors at 8 p.m. on July 18 and 19. The Lawn at White River State Park will be busy as Umphrey’s McGee and STS9 take the stage on July 21 at 7 p.m. The Indianapolis Zoo presents Animals and All That Jazz on July 17. While at the Zoo, check out their newest exhibit- Koalas! The Indiana History Center will host Concerts on the Canal on July 10 and 17. Easley Winery presents Groovin’ in the Garden July 12, 15 and 19.
Movie night
The IMAX Theatre, located inside the Indiana State Museum, presents The Alps and Lions 3D. The Indianapolis Museum of Art will show The Rocky Horror Picture Show on July 11 and The Mummy on July 18. Also, the Indianapolis Marion-County Public Library will feature National Treasure Book of Secrets on July 12 Nancy Drew on July 16
On the Stage
The American Cabaret Theatre is showing The Wiz starting July 18. The Phoenix Theatre presents Some Men now through July 29. Dance Kaleidoscope presents a first-time summer performance of I Got Gershwin, July 10 - 13 at Indiana Repertory Theatre with all tickets specially priced at just $10 each.
A complete schedule of Downtown events is available
online at http://www.indydt.com/eventstemplate.asp.
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Downtown is open for summer fun! Downtown has more than 70,000 convenient, affordable parking spaces, making it easy to get where you need to be.
To help plan your route Downtown and search for parking by venue, visit www.indydt.com/dtmap.html.
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