Girls’ Night at J. Razzo’s

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Last night, several friends and I celebrated a birthday at J. Razzo’s in Carmel, Indiana. This was my second visit to the restaurant, and the food was every bit as good as I remembered. J. Razzo’s features upscale Italian with a large wine selection, and …read more    

Westfield 6th Graders Rockin’ Chicago

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My tween is in the student council at Westfield Intermediate School, rocking Chicago with her friends this weekend. Each year, the school takes the 6th grade representatives on a short trip to Chicago. It is a fun event Westfield students plan for all year as …read more    

First Monthly Blog Workshop at Indy Reads Books

Indy Geek Girls Blog Workshops

One of the core purposes of Indy Geek Girls is to support, inspire, and collaborate with Indianapolis women bloggers. I think we do that very well in our Facebook group, but we have always wanted to take it further.

Starting next week, we will be hosting monthly blog …read more    

Westfield Marching Band in NYC for St. Patrick’s Day Parade

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The Westfield High School marching band is in New York City this week. Today, the Shamrock Pride will march in the St. Patrick’s Day parade. Each year, several high school marching bands are invited to perform along the streets of New York in the oldest …read more    

Rainbow Rowell and David Levithan Book Signing in Indianapolis

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Rainbow Rowell and David Levithan came to town, and Indianapolis went crazy. In a calm, orderly way befitting a children’s bookstore. Kids Ink hosted a reading, Q&A, and signing by two popular young adult novelists. Rainbow Rowell has written three books, with her fourth due out …read more    

Evergreen Indiana: How to Borrow Every Book Ever Written

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I’ve been a bookworm my entire life. I remember hiding under the covers with a flashlight to finish a book late at night — and now I’m yelling at my kids for the same thing. I read classics, mysteries, YA novels, non-fiction books, and pretty much …read more    

Tucanos Brazilian Grill Opens in Hamilton Town Center

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There’s a new grill in town, and it’s like nothing Noblesville has ever seen. Last night, Tucanos Brazilian Grill rolled out the red carpet for a media event at Hamilton Town Center’s newest restaurant, and I am still full. Have you ever been to a Brazilian steakhouse before? Churrasco-style dining …read more    

Gluten Free Bagel Pizza Recipe

You guys, I have discovered the ultimate in gluten free pizza. And, I make it right here at home. Basically every day. If bagel pizza isn’t lunch, I’m probably craving them as a late night snack later in the evening. Remember Bagel Bites? I had a similar love affair with …read more    

5 Things I Only Buy on Amazon

I’m a big Amazon shopper — it’s my go-to store for buying gifts, treating myself, and stocking the house. I’ve bought electronics, groceries, toys, and games. I’ve preordered long awaited books, favorite movies, and music for the hubby I’ve never heard of.

Over the years, I’ve discovered there are some …read more    

Two Central Indiana Cities Rank As America’s Safest Suburbs

Two Central Indiana cities topped the list of America’s Safest Suburbs, with Carmel, Indiana coming in first place. This comes as no surprise to those of us who live and leave our cars unlocked in Hamilton County suburbs. Still, it’s always nice to see the data backing up our feelings …read more