Showing posts with label summer. Show all posts
Showing posts with label summer. Show all posts

Monday, April 26, 2010

IMA SUMMER MOVIE NIGHT SCHEDULE

The Indianapolis Museum of Art has released it's summer movie night schedule for 2010! It's another reminder that summer fun is around the corner, and this line-up looks pretty sweet. Starting in June 4th, don't be surprised to see the 30k crew milling around the amphitheater!

The Line-up

Across The Universe
Friday, June 4
This fictional love story is set in the 1960s amid the turbulent years of anti-war protest, the struggle for free speech and civil rights, mind...
Rebel Without A Cause
Friday, June 11
An instant American icon in his red jacket, white tee and cuffed jeans, Indiana-born James Dean burns up the screen as a troubled teen ready to...
The Usual Suspects
Friday, June 18
When five unacquainted scalawags are hauled into a police station to appear in a criminal lineup, they decide to pull off a heist together. The...
Pee-Wee's Big Adventure
Friday, June 25
When his treasured bicycle is stolen, preternaturally perky man-child Pee-wee Herman (Paul Reubens) is devastated—and he’ll do anything to...
Stella Dallas
Friday, July 2
Working-class Stella (Barbara Stanwyck) strikes it rich when she marries wealthy Stephen Dallas, but winds up alone when she’s shunned by high...
North By Northwest
Friday, July 9
Stylish, smart and breezy, this silver screen classic features elegant Cary Grant as a man mistaken for another, forced to go on the lam with Eva...
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Friday, July 16
In this rock-opera sci-fi, horror movie spoof, mayhem, subversion and hummable songs abound. The RHPS (as fans call it) features the adventures...
Monty Python and the Holy Grail
Friday, July 23
This inspired British comedy became an instant cult classic for its irreverent skewering of King Arthur and his knights as they quest for the...

Friday, August 28, 2009

RECIPE: Summer Qiunoa



Looking for a quick and easy dish to help you hang on to the last few weeks of summer? Try this quinoa recipe!

You might be asking, "What the hell is quinoa to begin with?". Well, since you asked- Quinoa (Kee-no-uh) originated in South America back around some odd 6,000 years ago. The Incas actually believed the crops to be sacred, calling them "chisaya mama" or for those of us that don't speak Incan, "Mother of al Grains". They treated it so much like a diety, that when the Spanish Conquistadors showed up they actually forbid the indigenous people to grow quinoa and switch their crops to corn instead. Talk about being a little xenophobic. I mean, who is afraid of a type of grain? Really? Anyways, quinoa is chuck full of protein (12-18%) and unlike wheat or rice it contains a balanced amount of amino acids.

Now that you know all you ever wanted to know about quinoa and more, here's a way to fix it for all your fabulous 30km friends!

Ingredients:
1 Cup quinoa (Good Earth has the best price in their bulk section, remember to buy local!)
1 1/2 Cups water
2 Tbsp Olive oil
1/2 herb of your choice (I like to use basil or cilantro)
Any assortment of fresh or frozen veggies of your choice ( Usually throw in a cup of corn, red onion, peas, carrotts and tomatoes)

Directions:
Throw your quinoa and water into a covered pot and bring to a boil. As soon as the water starts boiling, turn your heat to low for 20 minutes. Don't take the lid off until its done (I always have a hard time with this step, but it's worth it). Your quinoa will end up the consistency of couscous.

Put your quinoa in a plastic bowl and put it in the fridge until it cools (or freezer for a quick chill). Once it has cooled down, add the veggies, herbs, seasonings, salt, and pepper. Stir. Done.


Enjoy!


Sunday, June 21, 2009

Monday, June 8, 2009

italia!!

So this is definitely one of my favorite fests held in Indianapolis during the summer. Every year, the Holy Rosary Church downtown (close to Mass Ave)- hosts the Italian Festival. If you know me, you know that I am 100% in love with Italy. This is the real deal. Homemade meatballs, manicotti, cannolis, italian ice, gelato and more. If the system is the same as last year- tickets are purchased and act as cash at the stands. I highly recommend the meatball sandwiches and the manicotti. Nothing beats homemade rustic Italian cuisine. The fest starts tomorrow- June 12 and ends Saturday night- June 13. I think this is definitely worth the trip. Parking can be a drag- I would definitely recommend riding bikes, or parking far away and walking so you don't have to pay an attendant. Plan on leaving completely stuffed with goodness.

Friday, May 29, 2009

CORNER WINE BAR

Last night, I visited the Corner Wine Bar, located in the heart of Broad Ripple Village. What an awesome place for a low key yet high class evening. We selected a bottle of wine off of the "managers bin special." The manager selects a couple of different wines and prices them at $20/bottle. Super affordable if you're into trying new wines. Our waiter suggested a Pinot, which was stellar. The women next to us were digging into the fruit and cheese plate ...which looked so fresh and scrumptious. I would highly recommend the Corner Wine Bar for a chill night with friends. Their summer menu looked incredible. Oh, and they have an awesome outdoor patio for those moonlight summer nights. I can't wait to head back and dig into their summer menu!

Tuesday, May 19, 2009

The Toggery

Want in on a millionaire secret??? Let's do this!
I made roughly $190 in two months by cleaning out my closet and taking my unwanted goods into The Toggery. (a resale boutique) in Broad Ripple! They also take "non" clothing items (you can find the list of what they accept on their website.)

Make sure you schedule an appointment (they usually have same day appointments if you need one). You can find their policies here. You will receive 50% of the selling price which is awesome because they usually price their items at a decent amount. They cut checks on the 10th of every month...sooo get selling!


Get some extra cash for summer! What an easy way .....

Thursday, May 14, 2009

39th Annual Broad Ripple Art Fair: this weekend!


If you're looking for something to do this weekend, stop ny the Broad Ripple Art fair. This annual festival features more than 225 artists from the U.S. and Canada, booths from local cultural organizations, a children’s creative area, gourmet food courts, a beer and wine garden and live entertainment on four stages and the Frank M. Basile Auditorium. Tell me this doesn't sound like a good time- I dare you. Local culture, gourmet food, beer and wine...this is the ultimate Thirtythou scene!

The Art Fair takes place in ARTSPARK on the grounds of the Indianapolis Art Center annually each May. All proceeds from the Art Fair directly benefit Art Center programs. The 39th Broad Ripple Art Fair will take place this weekend May 16 and 17, 2009.

Tickets are $15 bucks which isn't super cheap in a 30Kmil way, but think of it this way: you are making a contribution to a charity (how honorable, swanky and chic of you!) and get a great excursion out of it (bonus!).

Click here for all the artsy-fartsy details.

Painting:
Evangeline by Melissa Sarat

Monday, May 11, 2009

Free TASTING at FRESH MARKET!!

Taste of Summer Sampling Event
Fresh Flavors - May 2009
Enjoy a Taste of Summer throughout The Fresh Market on Saturday, May 16th from 10am - 6pm. Outside we'll kick off the grilling season as we sample and sell Gourmet Burgers and Kabobs. Inside the store sample salmon, rotisserie chicken salad, Virginia ham, Fruit Tarts, as well as The Fresh Market's new Deli Salads. Summer fares with special pricing will be featured throughout the various departments. TFM's Taste of Summer - Great Food, Great Fun!