NEWS NOTES

Weather
  • 81º | Partly cloudy | 6% chance of rain
Travel
  • “Enough concrete to replace a pyramid.” A new $190 million runway is being built at IND + bringing in 2,700 construction jobs. A sturdier runway is needed due to all the heavy planes traveling through the airport and will play a crucial role in Indiana’s economic growth. See the timeline. ✈️(WIBC)
Biz
  • Indy-based Vertice Industries LLC announced it will be expanding its central Indiana operations — adding 50-100 additional jobs and 25,000 sqft to its plant. The volume and purity levels of its recycled plastic and bi-products are expected to increase with the expansion, as well as more specialized grinding machines. ♻️(Inside Indiana Business)
Hoosier
  • Indy breakdancer Carmarry Hall (aka Pep-C) is on her way to qualifying for the USA Olympic breakdancing team. She’s been practicing for seven years + this weekend, she’ll be competing in Philadelphia for a shot at Team USA’s roster. Only two male + two female dancers will be selected. Break a leg, Carmarry. (WTHR)
  • DeMario Vitalis is the first person in Indiana to start a shipping container farm. It uses hydroponic technology that allows him to grow all year long, thanks to its HVAC system. You can find New Age Provisions on 10th St. or catch DeMario at the state fair’s Home and Garden Show. 🥬(WIBC)
Arts
  • For the first time in its almost four decades, the Indiana Black Expo’s Circle City Classic will feature a battle of the bands from historically Black colleges instead of a football game. The event set to take place at 3 p.m. on Sat., Sept. 24 at Lucas Oil will also provide entertainment + educational resources. 🥁(IndyStar)
  • From Aug. 27-Oct. 23, more than 100 pieces of artwork from Hoosier artists will be on display at the 98th Annual Hoosier Art Salon. The juried competition is Indiana’s longest-running art exhibition + is considered to be the preeminent display of Indiana art by Hoosier artists. Learn more. 🎨
Edu
  • School is back in session. Does your student need help with homework? Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology’s AskRose homework help program is offering free math + science assistance from qualified tutors. Help is available Monday-Thursday from 3-5 p.m. ✏️
Watch
  • It’s the 40th anniversary of “E.T.” + the Indiana State Museum is celebrating in a big way. Not only is it hosting special screenings of the movie in its IMAX theater, it’s also auctioning off a one-of-a-kind poster signed by director Steven Spielberg. Bidding starts now until Thurs., Sept. 8. 👽
Community
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events

Arts

Clay Hand-building Studio

Wed., July 6 - Wed., August 17 | 6-9 p.m.
Garfield Park Arts Center / $90

Meet every Wednesday + discover the medium of 3D art in an open studio atmosphere.

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Education

Fundamentals of Photography

Mon., August 1 - Mon., August 22 | 6-8 p.m.
Arbuckle Acres Park, 200 N. Green St. Brownsburg / $120

This four week long class will be Aug. 1, 8, 15, and 22. Register soon + learn about color balance, lighting, ISO + aperture. 📷

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Active

Swing Dance Lessons

Thurs., August 4 - Thurs., August 25 | 7-10 p.m.
McGowan Hall, 1305 N. Delaware St. / $60

Every Thursday in the month of August come by and learn how to add flair to your swing. 💃

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Sports

Trail Ride Thursdays

Thurs., August 4 - Thurs., August 25 | 5:45 p.m.
Fall Creek & 30 st. / Free

Every Thursday in August meet up at a Pacers Bikeshare station + enjoy a free trail ride. 🚲

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Arts

Focus on Photography

Fri., August 5 - Sat., August 27 |
107 S. 8 St., Noblesville / Free

This exhibit shows off the art of local creators, Wednesday-Friday. 📷

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Shopping

This Must Be It Pop-Up Market

Sat., August 13 - Sun., August 14 | 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Sun King Downtown (135 N College) / $0

This Must Be It is Indy’s biggest pop-up market event of the year with 80+ vendors selling vintage goods, handmade items, boutique clothing, and incredible local food and drinks — and of course, delicious beer from Sun King!

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Culture

Athenaeum Building Tour 2022

Sun., August 14 | 1:45-2:45 p.m.
401 E. Michigan St. / $5+

Explore the evolution of this National Historic Landmark from a German clubhouse to a hub of modern urban life.

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