8/6/2009 - The UnRevealed Artist Showcase
The UnRevealed Artist Showcase offers unsigned talent the opportunity to perform live in front of a panel of industry heavy-hitters and record label executives including Bryant Scott, President of Tyscot Records, Larry Blackwell, President of Sony BMG and Jazzy Jordan, President of Verity Records, just to name a few, for a chance to win a digital distribution deal with JaTunes, an 8GB Apple IPOD, a one-on-one session with producer Michael Houston, and an opportunity to open up live at the 11th Annual G.E.M. Awards Ceremony on Saturday, August 8 at 6p at the Walker Theatre. Indianapolis-based By the Book Entertainment, who hosts the monthly Christian event “The Sanctuary”, serves as one of the collaborative partners with GEM in hosting the finalists on Thursday at 8p. For more information, please contact Tyscot Records at 317.479.2323.
8/7/2009 - The Harmony Edition of “My Worship Experience”
On Friday, August 7, at 7p, the 2009 Harmony Music & Business Conference registrants and event ticket holders will be treated to The Harmony Edition of “My Worship Experience” as one of the premier events of the Conference where praise and worship leaders from across the country come together with national recording artists and ministers to worship in unity. This electrifying experience will feature such artists as Deitrick & Damita Haddon, Coco Brother & Joanne Rosario, Harold Rayford, Bishop Leonard Scott and many more. For general information, please visit Tyscot Records online at www.tyscogem.com/harmony or call 317.479.2323.
8/8/2009 - 11th Annual GEM Awards
Saturday, August 8 at 6p will round out the 2009 Harmony Music & Business Conference with the 11th Annual G.E.M. Awards. Composed of different categories, from best group, musician, artist, pastor and more the Awards Ceremony will acknowledge Indiana’s finest and give a platform for talent to be displayed. For general information, please visit Tyscot Records online at www.tyscogem.com/harmony or call 317.479.2323.
8/14/2009 - Justice For All: The Documentary
Don’t miss the SWAP Productions, LLC, Indianapolis premiere of Justice For All: The Documentary, a film that delves into the minds of juvenile offenders who commit minor crimes and examine the system that is designed to rehabilitate them. The screening is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 14 at 7 p.m. in the historic Madame Walker Theatre. Tickets to the show are $20. You can watch a trailer of the Sherry Dorsey film at www.justiceforallthemovie.com. Call 302.377.5199 for more details.
8/16/2009 - Indy Swing Dance Club
Come enjoy West Coast Swing with a sprinkling of ECS, Hustle, Cha Cha, Nite Club 2-Step, Shag, Latin and other dances in the rhythm family from 3 - 6 p.m. in the Grand Casino Ballroom on the fourth floor of the Walker Building. Open to all ages and levels of dancers, no partner required. Tickets are $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers and $5 for students with a valid school ID. Dance lessons from 2 - 3 p.m.
8/22/2009 - IPS Crispus Attucks Class of 1949 Reunion
Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the 60th anniversary of graduation of the IPS Crispus Attucks Class of 1949. The event will take place at 6 p.m. in the Grand Casino Ballroom on the fourth floor of the historic Walker Building. To attend, please contact class sponsors at 317.542.1987 or 317.260.1700. Admission is $40 per person.
8/23/2009 - Indy Swing Dance Club
Come enjoy West Coast Swing with a sprinkling of ECS, Hustle, Cha Cha, Nite Club 2-Step, Shag, Latin and other dances in the rhythm family from 3 - 6 p.m. in the Grand Casino Ballroom on the fourth floor of the Walker Building. Open to all ages and levels of dancers, no partner required. Tickets are $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers and $5 for students with a valid school ID. Dance lessons from 2 - 3 p.m.
8/25/2009 - Laughin on the Avenue
What Walker staffers are calling uncut, uncensored, off-the-hook comedy in this hilarious series Tuesday, Aug. 25 at 8 p.m. in the historic Madame Walker Theatre. Each month features a national comedian. Doors open at 7 p.m. with an 8 p.m. showtime. Admission is $15 in advance and available at the Walker Box Office or online at ticketmaster.com. A cash bar will be available.
8/28/2009 - Jazz on the Avenue - Jay Majors and Hookup
Jazz on the Avenue is a refreshing Friday after-hours gathering for the entire family from 6 - 10 p.m. in the Grand Casino Ballroom on the fourth floor of the Walker Building. The evening’s atmosphere this month will be filled with jazzy sounds and lots of southern style food. Admission is $10 and an additional $10 for the buffet.