Today

• 3rd Friday at the Playground | Fri., May 20 | 7-10 p.m. | Playground Productions Studio, 5529 N. Bonna Ave. | Free | See work from the local artists + join a community drum and open dance circle with live music. 🥁

Saturday

• Qualifying | Sat., May 21-Sun., May 22 | 8 a.m.-6 p.m. | Indianapolis Motor Speedway | $20 | Watch the drivers speed through 10 miles, four intense laps + 16 perfect corners in hopes of earning a spot in “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing.” 🏎️ 
• Art of Wine | Sat., May 21 | 5-10 p.m. | Carmel Arts & Design District | $30+ | Visit Carmel for an evening of wine tasting, entertainment, art, and festivities.🍷

Sunday

• Engaged Noblesville - Spring Wedding Expo | Sun., May 22 | 1-4 p.m. | 1040 N. 10th St. Suite A, Noblesville | Free | Prepare for your big day by sampling all the latest trends. 💍
• Bakar. | Sun., May 22 | 8 p.m. | Old National Centre | $25+ | Enjoy this experimental British indie-rock + rap singer-songwriter as their world tour stops in Naptown. 🎵

Monday

• Trivia Night at The Garage Food Hall | Mon., May 23 | 7-9 p.m. | The Garage Food Hall, 906 Carrollton Ave. | Free | Play trivia in teams, win prizes, and eat good food every Monday night. 🍔

Weather

• 89º | Cloudy | 10% chance of rain

Development

• The new owner of the 40,000-sqft Center Township Trustee building at 863 Mass Ave. plans to spend $12.5 million to revamp the property with a new restaurant + improved office space. The plan also includes a rooftop deck space and a refreshed facade. Demolition work has already begun inside the building. 🏗️ (IBJ) 

Open

• Freddy’s Frozen Custard + Steakburgers opened yesterday in Speedway, just in time for all the visitors in town for the Indy 500. This is the fourth location in the Indianapolis-area and will serve made-to-order burgers, hot dogs, and custard. 🍔 (IndyStar)

Opening

• Namaste. A new yoga studio will open in Broad Ripple (6160 N. Rural St.) tomorrow, Sat., May 21. Tiny Tapas Yoga prides itself on being an affordable + inclusive environment for those of all skill levels. You can start booking your class online now. 🧘 

Health

• The Indiana Hemophilia and Thrombosis Center announced an urgent need for Black blood donors to treat Sickle Cell Disease — a sickness that disproportionately affects Black individuals + requires frequent blood transfusions. Want to help? Register online. 🩸

Arts

• As The Lume comes to a close at Newfields later this month, the museum announced that "Monet & Friends Alive" will take its place on Sun., July 3. The new immersive art experience will run through May 28, 2023 + feature works by Claude Monet, Paul Cezanne, Camille Pissarro, and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. 🖼️ (IndyStar)

Sports

• The Indianapolis Indians will use Eli the bat dog to retrieve players’ bats during the first three innings of select games to keep ballpark fun fresh + exciting. The 14-month-old Belgian Malinois can be seen in action again on Thurs., June 9 at Victory Field. See the full schedule. 🐶 (WTHR) 

Seasonal

• Indy Parks announced there is no definitive date for swimming pools to reopen for the summer, but a spokesperson confirmed it will happen. A final announcement will be made early next week + we’ll keep you updated. 💦 (WTHR)

Plan Ahead

• PopCon Indy + Pride Indy will host a drag race on June 3 — the first Friday of Pride Month. The event will be held at the Indiana Convention Center and feature five contestants competing for this year’s title. Admission is required and no drag experience is necessary. 🌈 

Shop

• Sun’s out, fun’s out. Headed to the pool? Stay hydrated with this Bluetooth water bottle. Prepping for a potluck? Impress the neighbors with your very own DIY barbecue sauce. Gathering by the fire? This outdoor wine table has your name on it. ☀️*

Learn

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