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ENTERTAINMENT Briefs

‘The Chris Rock Show’ continues fourth season Recent winner of the Emmy for Writing for a Variety of Music Program, “The Chris Rock Show," continues its fourth season with a new edition on Friday, Nov. 5, on HBO, followed by other shows on subsequent Fridays - including Nov. 12 and 26 - at the same time. Check local listings for times in your area. Guy Black signs multiyear contract with WTLC WTLC-FM recently announced that it has signed a multi-year contract with popular Indianapolis radio personality Guy Black. Black is featured in WTLCFM’s afternoon drive time from 2 to 6 p.m., and hosts WTLC’s “Community Friday," a dialogue about upcoming area events. Black said he was excited about continuing his relationship with WTLC and Emmis Communications. “I promise to keep bringing the best of R&B to my family and loyal fans in Indianapolis." America’s favorite storyteller coming to Indy Bill Cosby will be coming to Indianapolis as part of the Conseco Fieldhouse opening events. It’s an “Evening with Bill Cosby,” Nov. 14 at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale now at all Ticketmaster outlets or charge by phone at 239-5151. All tickets for this special show are $19.99. For more information call Jeff Johnson, Pacers Sports & Entertainment at 917-2854. Shakespeare at the Art Center The Indianapolis Art Center, 820 E. 62nd St., will present “Shakespeare in My Room,” combining 12 of Shakespeare’s most memorable scenes into one production. Admission prices are $9 for students and Art Center members, and $14 for non-members. Performance dates and times are as follows: Nov. 5,6,12, and 13 at 8

p.m. and Nov. 7 and l4at2;3Qi).m. : ::

For more information or to make from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and is open to reservations call the Art Center at everyone. Kwanzaa means fruits

255-2464. Christmas Gift & Hobby

Show

of the harvest and focuses on traditional values of family. Attractions during the workshop will include African drum performers, a

The 50th annual Christmas Gift musical performance, storytelling & Hobby Show will be from Nov. and craft workshops. For more in-1ft-14 at the Indiana State Fair- formation call the museum at 334-

grounds and features one of the 4154. largest collections of unique gift,

craft and collectible items for sale Disney on Ice celebrates in one place this holiday season. 75 years of Disney magic General admission is $7 for adults. Be a part of this magical mo$6 for senior citizens and free for ment in entertainment history that children under 12. Discount cou- bringstolifeWaltDisney’sunforpons are available at Marsh Super- gettable stories and captivating markets, Target and in the Neigh- characters that have entertained borhood Source. Show hours are families the world over for nine Wednesday through Saturday, 10 performances, Dec. 1 - 5 at the a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. Conseco Fieldhouse.

dealers from Indiana and other Midwestern states. The material will represent a wide variety of tastes in music. ‘Fall Into the Millennium’ The African-American History Committee of the IndianapolisMarion County Public Library will a cultural extravaganza for all ages entitled, “Fall Into the Millennium,” Nov. 20, from 4 to 9 p.m. at the CrispusAttucks Museum, 1140 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. From 4 to 7 p.m., free poetry readings, art exhibits and museums tours will be presented. A reception will follow.

Capping the evening at 7 p.m. will be the annual Russell W. Brown Memorial Jazz Concert, featuring Rodney Stepp and BSB. There is a $5 admission charge for the jazz concert. For more information, call 269-1728. Young dancers can win cash awards Area dancers aged 15-21 can win up to $300 in a competition sponsored by the Indiana Chapter of the National Society of Arts and Letters (NSAL), a non-profit, volunteer organization dedicated to assisting artists at the beginning of their careers.

The first-place Indiana Chapter winner will attend the NSAL convention in Chicago, from May 1820,2000 (all expenses paid). There are 30 regional winners that will compete for national awards totaling more than $10,000. They will also attend a master class conducted by a nationally known dance artist. Deadline for submitting application is Feb. 14, 2000. For more information and application forms, eligible dancers should send a self-addressed, stamped 9’xl2’ envelope immediately to NASL Dance Chair, 9110 Sand Key Lane, Indianapolis, Ind. 46456.

to6 p.m. For more information call

576-9933.

Sharing Hoosier history

through stories

To share this magical moment with your friends and family, call

239-5151.

General admission tickets are on sale now at $13.75, $16.75 and

I ileljoi'x Museum ( (ilendar of I rents

The Hoosier History Makers $19.75 with a limited amount of exhibit at the Indiana Historical $75.75 VIP seating. For group disSociety (IHS). 450 W. Ohio St., counts, call 888-0963. To leam will feature a special story, “Roll- more about Disney on Ice log on to ing Down the Avenue,” the history (www.Disneyf)nIce.com).

of Indiana Avenue. The story will

premiere on Nov. 14 beginning at Benefit luncheon 3 p.m. in the IHS theater. The com- The Moja Tu Kamili Empowmissioned story was researched and ered and Focused (MKEF) assodeveloped by Indiana storyteller ciation is sponsoring a charity enDeborah Asante, who also will tertainment luncheon to benefit the

perform the story. Toys! at the Indianapolis

Art Center

Asante Children’s Theater. The luncheon will be Nov. 13, from noon to 3 p.m., at the Ashanti Ballroom, 1529 N. Alabama St. Tick-

The Indianapolis Art Center has f ts are $25 per person. Everyone is two exhibitions relating to toys, invited. For more information. Large-scale toys as art pieces and pl ease ca H 635-0850.

art made out of toys will be on view

in all three galleries through Nov. Music collector 28. In addition, an exhibition of convention

kites from around the world will be The Indianapolis Music on view in the Art Center’s Ruth Collector’s Convention will be Lilly Library through Nov. 21. The Nov. 7, at the Quality Inn-East,

Art Center is located at 820 E. 67th 3525 N. Shadeland.

St. in Broad Ripple.

Celebrate Kwanzaa at the Children’s Museum Visitors can leam how to com-

The convention, which is a music show and sale, will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thousands of recycled, hard-to-find, and out-of-print phonograph

memorate this African-American recor ds, compact discs, tapes and holiday in their homes. The pre- other music related items will be Kwanzaa workshop is on Dec. 2 displayed and offered for sale by

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November 5th and 6th Friday 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. White River Trader Holiday Preview Party. Start your shopping early. On Friday, enjoy festive food and meet special guests. On Saturday, hear about fetishes from an expert and shop at a carving show of Zuni, Hopi, Navajo, Apache, Tohono O’odham and Rio Grande Pueblos objects. On both days, check out jewelry and sand paintings shows. This is the place for unique holiday gifts. ‘6th Saturday noon • 2 p.m. “The Landscape of Human Experience - Urban, Suburban and Rural Landscapes: Similarities, Differences and Issues.” Mauri Williamson, representing the Center for Agricultural Science and Heritage; a representative from the Urban League of Indianapolis; and Monty Hulse of POLIS will talk about the issues faced by people living in rural, urban and suburban landscapes. Facilitated by David Hoppe of NUVO Newsweekly. 12th and 13th Exhibition opening. Join us for activities related to the opening of the Eiteljorg Fellowship for Native AmefiOah'Fihe Art exhibition. Call (317^636-9378, Ext. 159 for costs and to RSVP. Noon Friday 6 to 7 p.m. Private preview tour of exhibition. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Members’ exhibition opening.

Saturday the 13th 9:30 a.m. Private breakfast with artists and judges. 10 a.m. Fellowship exhibition opens to public. 11 a.m. Panel discussion with artists and discussions. 6 p.m. Gala dinner at Hyatt Regency Indianapolis. 13th Saturday 10:30 a.m. and noon Storytelling. Come hear “Carlos and the Squashplant.” A boy from New Mexico hides a secret under a hat. Children get a hat and will make their own hatband. Free with museum admission. Activity limited to 15 children. 16,17,18 and 19 Tuesday - Friday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Harvest Celebration for School Groups. This lunch program will provide students in the 5th through 12th grades the chance to leam about Native American fall harvest traditions and eat traditional foods. Call (317) 636-9378, Ext. 169 for details and fee. Underwritten by the Hoover Family Foundation. Tuesday - Friday 6 to 9 p.m. Harvest Celebration. Leam how Native Americans have celebrated the harvest for thousartds of yfears. Traditional food, stories and niusic. Per-evening cost for members is $16 adult, $9 children 12 and under; non-members $18 adults, $10 children. Recommended for children in the fourth grade and up. Same program is repeated each night. RSVP by Nov. 10 to (317)

636-9378. Chlldran’s activities November

9th

Saturday 9-11 a.m. and 1 - 3 p.m. (2 sessions) Family Treasures Workshop: Frames for Family Treasures. Par--ticipants will bring family photos, postcards or any flat item, then work with found objects to create a unique family heirloom: a “patchwork quilt” frame. There will be a talk about quilting and the role it has played in maintaining family unity and memory. All participants under 18 must come with an adult. All participants must be ages 10 and older. Each session is limited to 10 pairs. Members $30/pair, nonmembers $40/pair. Prepayment required. Call (317)636-9378, Ext.

150.

13th

Saturday 10:30 a.m. and noon Storytelling. Come hear “Carlos and the Squashplant.” A boy from New Mexico hides a secret under a hat. Children get a hat and will make their own hatband. Free with museum admission. Activity lim-

ited to 15 children

Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians And Western Art,

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White River Staii^ark 500 W. Washington $t. Indianapolis, IN 46204-2707

(317) 636-WEST www.eiteljorg.org

Hours:

Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m., Sunday noon - 5 p.m.

Madame XUdker C eider /999 Program

Los Hombres Calientes featuring Irvin Mayfield, Bill Summers and Jason Marsalis Nov. 20,8 p.m. Tickets: $20, $17 The New Orleans Latin Jazz ensemble has created its own distinctive, ground-breaking style. Playing “caliente” (hot) music, they explore African-based rhythms in the context of modern jazz. Holiday Jam Session Dec. 5,6 p.m. Tickets: $10 Join Indianapolis’ finest jazz musicians for a jammin’ celebration. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Madame Walker Theatre Center’s education programs. Black Nativity - adapted and directed by Connie Oates-Alien

Dec. 9-12 Tickets: $15, $12 The Madame Walker Theatre’s stirring rendition of Langston Hughes’ classic gospel song-play will bring you to your feet. Join this heart-warming community tradition. Humanities Special Events Madame Walker Spirit Awards March 11, The second annual Madame Walker Spirit Awards will honor entrepreneur and corporations whose contributions to their industries and communities perpetuate the legacy of Madame C.J. Walker. Madame Walker Entrepreneurial Institute March 11 The institute participants will enjoy a half-day series of work-

shops on business ownership and development. Workshop leaders will include Joline Godfrey, founder of Independent Means and a nationally recognized leader in youth entrepreneureship, as well as James “Jimmie Mac” McNeal, founder of J5 Holdings, a leader in strategic marketing to the Generation X population. Jazz on the Avenue Jazz on the Avenue perpetuates the rich jazz heritage of Indiana Avenue. The series is held 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. every second and fourth Friday of the month in the Madame Walker Theatre Center Casino Ballroom. Admission is $5. A cash bar and food sales are available. For more information please call 236-2099.

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Classic Soul & Jammin'’ Hits

Nov. 5 Monster Truck Thunder Drags Indiana Convention Center & RCA Dome 7 p.m. $15, $10 ages 2-12, $12 in advance Watch these monster trucks and drivers perform amazing feats. Don’t try this at home! Nov. 5 - 7 Out of Sight, Out pf Murder Hedback Comer Theatre Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2 pm. $8, $7 seniors and ages 12 andundsr This comedy, mystery is light- ^ hearted and fun for all ages.

Nov. 6 Conseco Fieldhouse Grand Opening Pacers vs. Boston Celtics Conseco Fieldhouse 4:30 p.m., ribbon cutting 7 p.m., game Game - $10 - $79 This new state-of-the-art facility will be a prime place to watch our Indiana Pacers play! Nov. 6 Blessed Union of Souls World Mardl Gras 10 p.m. $15, $12 In advance Get tickets early for this concert on the fourth floor of Circle Centre mall.

Nov. 7 Indianapolis Colts vs. Kansas City Chiefs RCA Dome 1 p.m. $10-$44 Stay downtown after the game and get a head start on your holiday shopping. Nov. 7 Conseco presents Pacers Fan Jam ft Music Celebration Conseco Fieldhouse 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.

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You don’t have to wait too long to visit the new fieldhouse. You are invited to the 1999 Fan Jam.

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