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The Weekly Special concluded its production in fall 2018; the page below is an archive.

WTIU continues its exploration of the Hoosier state with a new series, Journey Indiana.

Archive for October 2014

October 2, 2014

 

Forest Foraging

Inspired by local chefs, Summer Cooper started investigating which plants in her yard were safe to eat; today, she forages for dozens of chefs across Indiana.

October 9, 2014

 

Abby Gitlitz

For 17 years, Abby Gitlitz has brought her unique perspective to the glass art world, evoking imagination and inspiring new glass artists throughout Indiana.

October 9, 2014

 

Great Glass Pumpkin Patch

Abby Gitlitz introduces the fifth annual Great Glass Pumpkin Patch, a community fundraising effort to raise money for the Bloomington Creative Glass Center.

October 9, 2014

 

Indiana Boys – “Summer Girls”

The Indiana Boys perform "Summer Girls," featuring their all-string musical approach to Americana roots.

October 9, 2014

 

Indiana Boys – “Concrete Town”

The Indiana Boys perform "Concrete Town," featuring their all-string musical approach to Americana roots.

October 9, 2014

 

Indiana Boys

Inspired by Americana and bluegrass roots, the Indiana Boys bring an electrifying approach to all-string acoustic music.

October 23, 2014

 

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Samara

Discover Frank Lloyd Wright's Samara, a Usonian house located in West Lafayette that was commissioned by homeowner John Christian over 50 years ago.

October 23, 2014

 

The Oliver Mansion

Built in 1895 by South Bend industrialist, JD Oliver, the Oliver Mansion is a 38-room, Romanesque Queen Anne house featuring all original furnishings and items.

October 23, 2014

 

The Miller House

Commissioned by J. Irwin Miller in 1953, the Miller House was designed by Eero Saarien and showcases the modernist architectural style popular in Columbus.

October 30, 2014

 

Spirit Quest Paranormal Investigation

Indiana-based paranormal team, Spirit Quest, investigates Whispers Estate, known as one of the most haunted locations in America.

October 30, 2014

 

Whispers Estate

Voted as one of the most terrifying places in America, Whispers Estate, located in Mitchell, Indiana, has gained a reputation for its haunting residents.

October 30, 2014

 

Broad Ripple Zombie Walk

The Broad Ripple Zombie Walk is more than just a Halloween treat; over the years, participants have collected over 20,000 pounds of food for Gleaners Food Bank!

October 30, 2014

 

The Vallures – “I Put A Spell On You”

Drawing inspiration from the Motown grooves of the 60s, Bloomington's 'The Vallures' perform the haunting classic, "I Put A Spell On You."

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