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Introduction to Children's Museum?

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TAKE FIVE TO READ
September 8, 2008 from 12pm to 12:15pm – Wherever you are at NOON
2008 Indiana AIDS Walk & Ride
October 11, 2008 from 11am to 4pm – University Park

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Lisa Sirkin added the blog post 'Another excuse to eat local' Aug 25

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Lisa Sirkin added the blog post 'Back Packs for Success (or Way to Go Marty!)' Aug 12

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How did you hear about Smaller Indiana?: Co-worker

What is your greatest strength?: I've been told that I am a big picture, creative thinker who isn't afraid of being a resourceful "doer" as well. I think my greatest strength is in creating opportunities for my clients and my partners to work in tandem with other organizations. Results matter, but so does the path to them.

What are you working on?: Gracie Communications, my company, brings both an outsider’s perspective and an insider’s insights to public relations and communication. That combination often leads to discoveries and observations that might otherwise go unnoticed.

I have the pleasure of working for a variety of clients including causes, tourism, corporation, agencies and arts related organizations. I consult. I write. I organize. I prod. I pitch stories. As my daughter says, "I give other people their words."

How big is your business?: small company

What is your Job Title: Owner

What is your Company Website?: http://www.graciecomm.com

What is your alma mater?: Other / out of state

Why join Smaller Indiana? What are you hoping to experience here ?: I would like to meet other small business owners and executives for networking, advice and mentoring.

Lisa Sirkin's Blog

If you prefer to eat at independent restaurants over chains and shop at farmers markets instead of chain groceries, you can claim to be part of an official movement starting on Aug. 31. Sunday is the start of "Going Local Week," a grassroots (natch) event celebrating local food production that runs through Sept. 6. The core activity for Going Local Week is to promote “the eating of Indiana locally grown and produced foods as the norm, not a novelty,” according to the event Web site. That means… Continue

Posted on August 25th, 2008 at 10:10am — 1 Comment (Add)

Back Packs for Success (or Way to Go Marty!)

Congratulations to Marty Posch and all those involved with the Back Pack Attack for successfully raising 425,000 school supply items for needy school-agers. Marty tells me that filled 8,800 backpacks. Wow. And I grumble about having to buy the two boxes of kleenexes and the 8 glue sticks, etc. , etc. that I have to provide each year for my kids. But I can afford it, so I send the big WalMart bag with the kiddos each first day. Imagine how it would feel to be a seven-year-old and NOT be able to… Continue

Posted on August 12th, 2008 at 5:00pm — 1 Comment (Add)

Arts inspire. Information empowers.

For those that want more information on how the current city funding is used, the Arts Council of Indianapolis has posted a new page on its Web site. At the bottom of the Web page are brochures and links to examples of how the City’s investment in the arts is used to create a vibrant community or see how it contributes to public safety. Some interesting tidbits: The City's allocation is used only for the grants programs that support Marion… Continue

Posted on August 6th, 2008 at 10:50pm — No Comments (Add)

Does the public support public funding for the arts?

As you may have read in the IBJ, on Indiana Barrister, or on my former employer’s Web site, tellhetrick.com, the Indianapolis City County Council is considering cutting Indianapolis public arts funding down to zero in the next three years. For a world-class city such as Indianapolis, I find this unacceptable. While the $1.5 million currently a… Continue

Posted on August 5th, 2008 at 5:30pm — 21 Comments (Add)

The Blue Folder

In the age of social networking, we are more connected now than ever. We have more opportunity to learn about, know about and share with our friends and colleagues. We also have more chances to vent and complain about those things we don't like. Maybe I've read too many rants lately, but sometimes I think we have forgotten the importance of recognizing and thanking others for their contributions and good works. I am fortunate to have a mentor who taught me the importance of giving - and saving… Continue

Posted on July 11th, 2008 at 11:12am — 4 Comments (Add)

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At 10:27am on August 28th, 2008, Erik Deckers said…: Sure, how about Tuesday, Sept. 9, same time, same place?

Email me directly at edeckers at vdirect dot us and we can work out any details. Thanks.

At 2:11pm on August 12th, 2008, Marty posch said…: You are very welcome! Thanks for contacting Giving Sum about how we can help / work with you. Like i said it is such an important issue to bring back into the limelight. I hope all is well!

At 1:21pm on August 12th, 2008, Marty posch said…: Lisa..i am back in the office so call me at 278-8573

At 11:41am on August 12th, 2008, Alice Irvan said…: Glad to be connected.

At 10:45am on August 12th, 2008, Marty posch said…: Hey. Feel free to give me a call before 11:05 at 278-8573 or after at 847-2890.

Thanks!

At 7:21pm on August 11th, 2008, Linda S Fitzgerald said…: HI Lisa,

Thanks much! I will connect with you via telephone tomorrow!

Linda

At 9:41am on August 11th, 2008, Linda S Fitzgerald said…: Hello Lisa!

Had a great conversation last Thursday with Kyle Lacy. He recommended I connect with you about a project we are working to make highly successful.

Let me know your willingness to connect face 2 face or via phone.

Thanks much!

Linda S. Fitzgerald

At 11:20am on June 27th, 2008, Kyle Lacy said…: Found you. See you soon.

At 6:37pm on June 25th, 2008, Marty posch said…: No problem! I actually chair the backpack attack for the city, so this is a good way to help get the word out. Thanks for being a part of it!

At 4:29pm on May 29th, 2008, Abby Croft said…: Hi Lisa! I completely forgot to email you and let you know that I found an absolutely wonderful job at IUPUI recruiting students. Thanks for your help and guidance...it really helped me put things into perspective and choose the "right" job for me!

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Indy to Brookville Lake...

Hi, I took a ride yesterday from Indy to Brookville, along hwy 52. As an FYI, there is a large stretch of 52 going east that's newly paved -- it's a great, smooth ride. Little traffic on a Sunday ...

Started by Christopher Collins Jul 7.

Please Share Your Two-Wheeling Secrets with Me

I confess. The only motorcycle I've ever owned was an 80cc Yamaha back in 1970. I used to have to pull the head gasket about once a month, and it would stop (stop!) suddenly, at speed, in order to...

Tagged: motogp, motorcycle, redbull

Started by Bruce Allen May 17.

Indy Mile Motorcycle Race

Whether you want to get involved with sponsoring the event or just want to be a spectator visit www.familyevents.com for more information or email me at tracyitzen@familyevents.com with any questions

Started by Tracy Itzen May 14.

Links to some local rides 1 Reply

Here are some links I use to keep tabs on what is going on with local and out of state rides. http://www.lets-ride.com/event/indiana.htm (this one will take longer to load, most complete) http://w...

Started by Bettina Settles. Last reply by Jennifer May 10.

Buy or Sell? 1 Reply

Is anyone looking to buy or sell a motorcycle this season? If so lets put it up here and see if we can help each other out.

Tagged: motorcycle, buy, sell

Started by Stephen Howard. Last reply by Jerry Kerns Apr 2.

Motorcycle Group Thaw out!

Spring and summer are getting closer, looking forward to riding again. I have a Harley Fatboy, have been riding most of my life. I enjoy local rides, longer ones on occasion, so lets put some ride...

Started by Greg Medcalf Mar 10.

Miracle Ride 2008

Just thought I'd pop a plug for the 2008 Miracle Ride. It's will take place at the end of May and is terrific way to support Riley Children's Hospital from the seat of your bike. It's a two day eve...

Started by indyAnna Mar 5.

What do you ride? How long have you been a rider? 15 Replies

I started riding again last summer. I ride a 1985 Honda Magna. I am also working on rebuilding a 1980 Yamaha 850 Triple.

Started by Stephen Howard. Last reply by Christopher Collins Jun 27.

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