May 19-20

Watch eyes grow wide when horses charge and cannons roar as reenactors from across the country bring an1860s battle to life again. Young and old can learn firsthand what the Civil War was about from both Union and Confederate soldiers at Conner Prairie Interactive History Park. Create a memory sure to last a lifetime when you experience the Civil War for yourself. A battle reenactment will take place each day at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 19 and Sunday, May 20 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is $14/adult, $13/seniors 65+, $9/youth (ages 2-12), free for members and youth under 2. Past and present military personnel receive free admission and half-price admission for immediate family members.

For more information, call (317) 776-6006 or (800) 966-1836 or visit www.connerprairie.org.

This post was submitted by Sarah Frey.

On this episode of Naptown Buzz, your source for all things Indy, Mel interviews Q95′s Laura Steele.

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On this episode of Naptown Buzz, your source for all things Indy, Mel asks James Hinchcliffe about planking at the Indy 500 in 2012 and other events he’s participating around town in May.

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On this episode of Naptown Buzz, your source for all things Indy, Mel asks J.R. Hildebrand about his pitch before the Indianapolis Indians game on May 11, 2012.

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Game 1 @ Miami
Sunday, May 13 at 3:30pm  on ABC
Result: Loss 86-95

Game 2 @ Miami
Tuesday, May 15 at 7:00pm on TNT
Result: Win 78-75

Game 3 @ Indiana
Thursday, May 17 at 7:00pm on ESPN
Result: Win 94-75

Game 4 @ Indiana
Sunday, May 20 at 3:30pm  on ABC

Game 5 @ Miami
Tuesday, May 22 (time TBD)

Game 6 @ Indiana*
Thursday, May 24 (time TBD)

Game 7 @ Miami*
Saturday, May 26 (time TBD)

Follow @Pacers on Twitter for updates.

*if necessary

On this episode of Naptown Buzz, your source for all things Indy, Mel interviews Jay Howard on opening day of the Indy 500.

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HomeFusion Broadband offers consumers a reliable alternative for residential broadband, especially in rural and remote areas with limited broadband choices. The new service provides connectivity for a wide range of devices, including computers and gaming consoles, using the Verizon 4G LTE network, which is now available in 230 markets covering more than two-thirds of the population in the United States.

“HomeFusion Broadband is another example of Verizon Wireless’ commitment to providing consumers with the most innovative products and services,” said John Granby, president-Indiana/Michigan/Kentucky Region for Verizon Wireless. “With HomeFusion Broadband, customers across the United States and Indiana, in towns large and small, will have the chance to link devices to the Internet and take advantage of the speed, coverage and connectivity offered by our 4G LTE network.”

Verizon began launching 4G LTE in Indiana in the fall of 2010, first at the Purdue University campus in West Lafayette.

HomeFusion Broadband uses a professionally installed, cylinder-shaped antenna attached to a customer’s home. The antenna’s innovative design includes multiple internal antennae, allowing the device to pick up the best Verizon 4G LTE signal available and transmit it to a broadband router inside the home. The router can connect up to four wired and at least 20 wireless devices inside the home using Wi-Fi.

In real-world, fully loaded network environments, consumers should experience average data rates of 5 to 12 megabits per second on the downlink and 2 to 5 megabits on the uplink.

HomeFusion Broadband has been available in some markets, including Terre Haute, Ind., since March. For more information about HomeFusion Broadband, go to www.verizonwireless.com/homefusionbroadband or visit a Verizon Wireless Communications Store.

To check on residential eligibility for HomeFusion, visit Verizon’s 4G LTE website and enter your home address or zip code: http://network4g.verizonwireless.com/coverage.

This post was submitted by James Winkler.

Klipsch Music Center is attempting to enhance the concert experience this year.  Fans can enjoy $4 beers, local food trucks at select shows, restaurant quality concession upgrades, increased services, and much much more.  Many of the shows will also offer a special Harrison College Lawn 4 pack.  The schedule for this summer’s concerts includes…

• Brad Paisley w/ The Band Perry, more – May 19
• X103 May Day feat. Staind, more – May 26
• Drake w/ J. Cole, more – June 1
• Miranda Lambert w/ Chris Young, more– June 8
• Dave Matthews Band – June 22 & 23
• Lady Antebellum w/ Darius Rucker, more – June 24
• Phish – June 28 & 29
• Toby Keith w/ Brantley Gilbert, more– June 30
• Zac Brown Band – July 7
• Vans Warped Tour – July 10
• Rockstar Mayhem Festival – July 15
• Iron Maiden w/ Alice Cooper – July 19
• Nickelback w/ Bush, more – July 21
• Wiz Khalifa & Mac Miller – July 28
• Big Time Rush w/ Cody Simpson, more – July 29
• Jimmy Buffett & the Coral Reefer Band – July 31
• Def Leppard & Poison w/ Lita Ford – August 24
• Linkin Park & Incubus – August 25
• *Rascal Flatts – August 31
• KISS & Motley Crue – September 1
• Kelly Clarkson & The Fray – September 2
• Jason Mraz – September 14
• *Jason Aldean – September 15

The 2012 Concert Series at the Klipsch Music Center is made possible through the generous support of its sponsors including Klipsch, Coors Light, Taco Bell, SportEvents.com, Republic Waste Services, Cumulus, Oliver Winery, Harrison College, Brown Forman, Indiana Blood Center, Indiana Organ Procurement Organization, Marathon, Marsh, Modern Trailer Sales, SmarTravel, TruGreen, WTHR, Citi, Coca-Cola, 901 Tequila, Cholula, Hertz, Lamb Weston, Mars Candy, New York Times, Red Bull, Starwood Hotels, UPS and more.

For more information on Klipsch Music Center, visit www.­klipschmusiccent­er.­com.

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*Shows not yet on sale; but are part of the Modern Trailer Sales Country Megaticket. General public on sales tba.

Sunday library service will be available from 12 noon to 5 pm at the Central Library, as well as the Glendale, Lawrence, Nora, Pike, Southport, Warren, and Wayne branches.  All libraries will be open Monday through Wednesday from 10 am to 8pm, Thursday and Friday from 10 am to 6 pm, and Saturdays from 10 am to 5 pm.

Exceptions to the schedule change include the InfoZone in The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, Flanner House Branch, and Central Library.  InfoZone is open during regular operating hours of the museum, Flanner House Branch hours match the Flanner House Community Center hours, and Central Library will continue to close at 5pm on Fridays.

“I am very pleased to announce these extended hours,” says Jackie Nytes, Chief Executive Officer.  She goes on to state that the citizens of Indianapolis that voiced their support for the Library are much appreciated.  Elected officials responded to the call for improved access and restored programming levels.  The resolution achieves a key goal for those concerned about the future of the library, and it is believed the additional hours will be sustainable.

For more information, visit http://www.imcpl.org/.

New this year, kids can ride a free 70-foot Ferris wheel, race remote-controlled cars, and test their skills in a race car simulator.  Families will have the opportunity to interact with local mascots, bounce in giant inflatables, and create arts and crafts. Children can also visit with nationally-known characters and make sashes with the 500 Festival Princesses. Dozens of exhibitors will fill Monument Circle and surrounding streets with food, fun, educational games, and more than 10,000 prizes.

As part of the Chase 500 Festival Kids’ Day, all kids ages 3 – 12 are invited to join in for the Chase 500 Festival Rookie Run at 1 p.m. It is a non-competitive fun run where everyone goes away a winner. Kids ages three to five will run a two-block course, ages six and seven will race a 1/5-mile course, and ages eight to 12 will run the 1/3-mile course. The race takes place on Ohio and Meridian streets, just north of Monument Circle. All participants will receive a goodie bag, a runner’s bib with the number 1, and a finisher’s medal.  Pre-registration is $6 and ends on May 10 at 5 p.m. Event day registration is available for $10 at the corner of Pennsylvania and Ohio streets. Sponsors for Chase 500 Festival Rookie Run include Finish Line and MHS.

For a complete schedule of events, visit www.500festival.com.