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• Indy Podcast Mixer | Tue., Oct. 18 | 5-7 p.m. | Union 525, 525 S Meridian St, Indianapolis | Free | A networking event for current + future Indy podcasters.
• International Citizen of the Year - honoring Tamika Catchings | Tue., Oct. 18 | 6-9 p.m. | Indiana Roof Ballroom, 140 W Washington St, Indianapolis | $300.00 | Join in celebrating Tamika Catchings, Olympic gold medalist + philanthropist, as she is recognized as the 2022 International Citizen of the Year.
• Lizzo: The Special Tour | Tue., Oct. 18 | 7:30 p.m. | Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 S. Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis | $39.50 - $149.50 | See the American singer + rapper known for hits like “Truth Hurts” and “About Damn Time” live.

• Wednesday Indy Summer Farmers Market | Wed., Oct. 19, Wed., Oct. 26 | 4-7 p.m. | Chase Legacy Center, 727 N Oriental St., Indianapolis | Cost of purchase | Shop some of Indiana’s best local produce, artisan food, treats, sustainably-raised meats, and dairy products.

• Super Regional Bands of America Marching Band Championship in Indianapolis | Fri., Oct. 21 - Sat., Oct. 22 | 8:30 a.m. | Lucas Oil Stadium | $25.00 - $40.00 | The battle of the bands features 84 high school marching bands.

• Highly EVolved Indianapolis EV Showcase | Sat., Oct. 22 | 12-5 p.m. | St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 100 W. 86th St., Indianapolis | Free | Get up to speed on driving electric by learning about incentives for EV owners, asking the experts all of your questions, and talk to other local drivers about EV ownership.*
• Circle SparkFest | Sat., Oct. 22 - Sun., Oct. 23 | 1-6 p.m. | Monument Circle, 1 Monument Circle, Indianapolis | Free | This free two-day celebration of fall features entertainment and fun from 25+ vendors ranging in food trucks, to live music, and artists.*

• 47º | Mostly cloudy | 0% chance of rain

• A new multi-use trail is almost done, adding to Greenwood’s walkability. The 10-ft-wide asphalt trail around the perimeter of Northeast Park is ~0.7 miles long + adds to the park’s other amenities: a soccer complex, playground equipment, basketball court, softball diamond, picnic shelter, and the city’s only skatepark. Work for the Northeast Loop Trail began on Tues., Sept. 27. 👟 (Daily Journal)

• More than 70 LGBTQ+ friendly businesses and employers looking to hire will be in one place. On Mon., Oct. 24 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Indy Pride will be hosting a career fair at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The event will include access to ASL and Spanish-speaking interpreters and free parking in the Virginia Street parking garage. Get more information and register online. 🤝 (WRTV)

• Greatest spectacle in investments? Racing teams are putting a lot of money into Indiana, with investments by Andretti, McLaren, and Rahal expected to total nearly $250 million. The three biggest motorsports brands are all building new headquarters or prominent operations in the metro area — the largest going to Andretti, which is spending $200 million to establish a campus in Fishers. 🏎️ (IBJ)

• Foster Success says it’s supported 14% more young people this year compared to last, prompting an increased demand for its services. Indiana has more than 24,000 teens and young adults transitioning out of the foster care system + the local nonprofit helps them navigate their journeys toward independence. Learn more and get involved.

• 33%. That’s how much central Indiana’s homebuilding has decreased compared to the same time last year. Builders in the nine-county Indianapolis area only filed 500 single-family building permits in September. According to the Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis, September’s year-over-year decrease was by far the largest in any month this year. 🏠 (IBJ)

• Spooky season isn’t just for ghouls and goblins. Indiana DNR is celebrating Monster Fish Week with some scary looking fish. Each day this week, the department will highlight a different fish that’s often not seen by anglers. Check the DNR’s Facebook page to learn more about the state’s monster fish. Fun fact: there are 211 different fish species found in Indiana. 🐟 (WRTV)

• A 21-year-old from Carmel is heading to the Battle Rounds on NBC’s The Voice. Morgan Taylor attended Carmel High School, where she participated in choir + is currently a student at Belmont University. Morgan auditioned with Lizzo’s “Cuz I Love You” and chose John Legend as her coach. She’ll be competing in the Battle Rounds which will continue for the next few weeks. 🎤 (IndyStar)

• This will leave you feline good. Two Hoosier women are on a mission to rescue three dozen cats from the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. Samantha Grimes + Holly Irwin were on vacation in Florida and felt compelled to help. They’re making the journey from Fort Meyers to Indy with 35 cats. If you’re interested in adopting, contact SOAR Initiative Indianapolis. 🐈 (WTHR)

• Did you know we want to see your artwork on our products? We’re looking for freelance graphic designers in INDY to work with us through our online retail store, and yes, you’d be getting paid for it. First, let’s get to know each other.

• When Sam + Josh Davis found out their family was growing yet again, they knew their home needed to grow with it. “It was getting hard to imagine how we were going to have three teenagers in there.” Here’s the real estate move they made next. 🏡 *

• Fresh, dewy skin is all the rage right now. One way to get it? Responsible luxury beauty brand MERIT’s Great Skin™ Instant Glow Serum: a lightweight, bi-phase serum with hyaluronic acid + niacinamide that instantly hydrates and plumps skin for a healthy glow. Bonus: Free Signature Makeup Bag with first purchase.*

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