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FRIDAY, JANUARY 17, 2003

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT BRIEFS

Mari Evans to speak at Butler African-American poet Mari Evans will speak at Butler University on Tuesday, Jan. 28, in the Robertson Hall Johnson Room at 7:30 p.m. Her visit to the campus is part of Butler's spring visiting writers series. Evans is an educator, writer and musician and resides in Indianapolis. Formerly a distinguished writer and assistant professor at Cornell Uni /ersity, during the past 20 years she has also taught at Indiana University, Purdue University, the University of Miami and Spelman College. Evans has written numerous articles and children's books, several performed theater pieces, two musicals and four volumes of poetry, including I Am a Black Woman, Niqhtstar anti A Dark & Splendid Mass. She also edited the highly acclaimed Black Women Writers (1950-1980): A Critical Evaluation. Known for her concise writing and sharp wit, Evans, 78, often writes about day-to-day life as an African American. The program is free and open to the public. Historic Landmarks seeks volunteer tour guides Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana is recruiting volunteers to lead entertaining and educational walking and motorcoach tours in Indianapolis that highlight the city's historic architecture, history, and recent developments. People interested in learning more about the heritage tourism program and tour guide opportunities are invited to a tea-time gathering on Feb. 5, 4-6 p.m. The gathering will be held at Historic Landmarks' headquarters, 340 W.

Michigan St. (on the historic Central Canal in downtown Indianapolis). For more information, call Katy Hair or Brian Blackford, (317) 639-4534 or (800) 450-4534, or e-mail [email protected]. Mandela s SOS answered Some of the world’s most celebrated recording artists have come together to answer Nelson Mandela's SOS to eradicate the AIDS pandemic. Confirmed to appear at his historic "Mandela SOS" human rights concert are Yusuf Islam, Bono, Mos Def, Deborah Cox, Eve, Ludacris, Shaggy, Baaba Maal, Macy Gray, Nelly Furtado, Queen and many others. For more information about the "Mandela SOS" concert visit www.mandelasos.com. Young Actors Theatre to do ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’ The fall semester drama classes of Young Actors Theatre, a not-for-profit organization, will present the children's classic "Jack and the Beanstalk” during two weekends in January. These performances by Indianapolis area students from first through 12th grade will be held at The Old Centrum, located at 520 E. 12 th St. on the Old Northside in Indianapolis. The performances take place on the following dates: Jan.17 and 18 at 7:30 p.m. Jan 19 at 2 p.m. Jan 25 at 7:30 p.m. Jan 26 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $5. For more information call Charlotte Kaufman at (317) 253-2455.

WHATS HAPPENING DOWNTOWN

R.F.D. by MIKE MARLAND

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Now through Feb. 1 “Blues for an Alabama Sky” Indiana Repertory Theatre Various Times S20-S44 This story of four friends in 1930 Harlem promises to entertain all with its romantic twists and turns. Jan. 17 Indianapolis Ice. vs. Wichita Conseco Fieldhouse

take on the Detroit Pistons on Saturday and the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday. Jan. 20 Martin Luther King Jr. Day, A Celebration of Unity The Children s Museum of Indianapolis 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. FREE To celebrate the work of Martin Luther King Jr. The Children’s Museum will offer free admission.

GOT A LIFE by TERRI DAVIS

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7 p.m. $12- $1? Catch some hockey action as the Ice battle against Wichita.

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Jan. 18 & 22 Indiana Pacers Conseco Fieldhouse 7 p.m. $10-$45 * Support your Pacers with blue and gold as they

Jan. 20 MLK - Free Day at the Hall NCAA Hall of Champions 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. FREE Explore the history of college sports on this annual day of remembrance. Information provided by Indianapolis Downtown Inc. For more information or a calendar of events call 237-2222 or visit us at www.indydt.com.

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this week; try to stay focused, but also enjoy your mental trips to romantic, sunnier spaces. These images wall inspire you to take action regarding a trip or get-together with your honey. Soul Affirmation: I let my dreams take over my mind to provide enjoyment. Lucky Numbers: 27, 32,41 SCORPIO Partnerships continue to be featured this week. This week is especially favorable for a fresh start or a new beginning for you in love. Avoid distractions at work this week and you’ll get much accomplished. Soul Affirmation: There is a funny side to everything I see. Lucky Numbers: 2,17,37 SAGITTARIUS Friendship remains highlighted; you may be attending a social event with good friends, or may be planning one. Whichever, it will be a very happy occasion. Be happy. You’ve got many loving friends. Soul Affirmation: Hope is a beautiful jewel. I enjoy owning it. Lucky Numbers: 22, 26, 31 CAPRICORN You may find out this week that the project you didn’t really want to work on has been scrapped. That leaves you plenty of time to finish up the stuff you want to work on. Money concerns ease up. This week a romantic get-together will remind you of what bliss really is. Soul Affirmation: He who asks might seem foolish for a while. Lucky Numbers: 3,10,17 AQUARIUS Keep an eye on your budget this week, but also indulge your creative senses with the visual and the tactile. You might find yourself wanting to “feel” something new in your hands. Just the feeling may be enough; you don’t necessarily have to spend money to satisfy your artistic urge this week. Soul Affirmation: I lappinessis my only goal this week. Lucky Numbers: 4,15, 22 PISCES Call early in the week and make a date so you can catch the person that you want to spend time W'ith this week. An old love may turn up in your romantic mix, and romance will be very sweet if you rise above the temptation to remember why you split in the first place. Soul Affirmation: What I need to be is fully present inside olThe. Lucky Numbers: 21, 36, 43