You can find a “free food” box outside of Irvington Vinyl & Books. | Photo by INDYtoday team

We all know Groundhog Day is the Bill Murray movie where he relives the same day over and over, but can anyone remember the moral of the story? Spoiler alert: it’s only when the main character does something truly selfless that he breaks out of the cycle.

What better time to do a little something extra for your neighbors than on this special occasion? We’ve rounded up a few small actions to spread some local love.

☕ Pay it forward

Coffee shops like Rabble and Blue Collar Coffee Co. are making it easy for Hoosiers to share their coffee addiction. At the register, you can simply buy a token or prepay card and the next person who needs or the friend of your choice it can pay for their cup of joe with it.

🚗 Take the high road

We know I-70 can be busy on the morning commute (especially considering North Split construction), but think about taking a few more seconds to get to the office and let someone merge ahead of you. If you’re downtown, why not put some money in the parking meter next to yours?

🗑️ Feed the can, man

If you see a piece of litter, pick it up and throw it in the trash can. And hey, if you like the feeling of making Indy a little cleaner, you might consider becoming a part of Keep Indianapolis Beautiful.

🥫 Give a little bit

Heading to the grocery store tonight? We recommend buying a few extra items like granola bars, hygiene products, or easy meals that could go in your neighborhood’s Indy Community Pantry or free food box.

💌 Say thank you

Grateful for a person in your life or know a local organization that you think does great work around the city? Write them a note. Whether it’s the neighbor who shovels your driveway or a nonprofit like ArtMix, everyone likes to know they’re appreciated. And if you don’t write it on personalized stationery, are you really writing a thank you note?

What’s something selfless that you’ll be doing today? Let us know.

EVENTS

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Thursday, Feb. 2

English Country Dance | Thursday, Feb. 2 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Garfield Park Arts Center, 2432 Conservatory Dr., Indianapolis | $1 | Learn how to dance like they did in 19th century England.

Friday, Feb. 3

Amor Al Arte | Friday, Feb. 3 | 6-9 p.m. | Circle City Industrial Complex, 1125 Brookside Ave., Indianapolis | Free | Visit the Schwitzer Gallery for a group show by Indy Latina Artists.

Saturday, Feb. 4

Monster Jam | Saturday, Feb. 4-Sunday, Feb. 5 | Times vary | Lucas Oil Stadium, 500 S. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis | $15-$105 | “A new apex predator” is coming to this show of speed and skill.

Sunday, Feb. 5

Whole Chicken Breakdown Class | Sunday, Feb. 5 | 2-3:30 p.m. | Turchetti’s Delicatessen, 1106 Prospect St., Indianapolis | $95 | Learn how to butcher a whole chicken at this hands-on workshop and take it home afterward.

Monday, Feb. 6

Fort Wayne Mad Ants Vs. Capital City Go-Go | Monday, Feb. 6 | 12:30 p.m. | Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis | $15 | Catch the NBA G League during its 16th season as a team.

Tuesday, Feb. 7

Destroy Lonely | Tuesday, Feb. 7 | 8:30 p.m. | Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis | $35 | Check out the rapper from Atlanta as he takes the stage downtown.

We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

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NEWS NOTES

Weather

41º | Partly cloudy | 2% chance of rain

Development

The state is giving five central Indiana housing projects a round of tax credit funding. The IHCDA chose these among 17 projects to receive the Low Income Housing Tax Credits, which total $180+ million in value over 10 years — preserving 776 affordable housing units as a whole. 🏘️ (IBJ)

Civic

Need tax help? United Way of Central Indiana is coordinating a tax prep service, Indy Free Tax Prep, to let families with household incomes of $66,000 or less complete and file their taxes for free. You have until Tuesday, April 18 to take advantage of the program. 💸 (WRTV)

Open

Doc B’s Restaurant opened in The Fashion Mall yesterday. The Chicago-based eatery’s menu includes items like pulled short rib nachos and truffle fried chicken. This is its ninth location in the country. 🍗 (Indianapolis Monthly)

Health

After a six-month pilot last year, IndyGo’s Wellness in Transit is making a return to Indy — this time, for good. In partnership with Gennesaret Free Clinics, you can catch the mobile medical clinic for those without health insurance at the Julia M. Carson Transit Center on Tuesdays from 1-4 p.m. 🚌 (WRTV)

Eat

From Sunday, Feb. 26 until Saturday, March 11, you can take part in a restaurant promotion called Black Dolla Dining Days around the Circle City. The event is shining a spotlight on local Black-owned restaurants by offering discounts and you can register your business now until Friday, Feb. 17. 🍔
Weekends are for brunch. The HC Tavern + Kitchen’s Sunday Brunch now includes live music. Enjoy a rotation of local artists every Sunday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. This week is Klarc Whitson with Brad McCord next week. Make a reservation.*

Shop

It’s back. After three years off, the annual Vera Bradley sale of up to 40% is set for June 14-18 at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum. This is one of the state’s largest outlet sales and shoppers should purchase tickets to one of the four daily time slots, which go on sale Tuesday, March 28. 🛍️

Asked

Hey there, lovebirds. Where did you meet your S.O.? Was it somewhere in the Circle City? Maybe a meet-cute at the farmers market or a fateful stroll along the Monon? Share the love and let us know. 💘

Traffic

What we’re buying for our cars: Dash cams. The REDTIGER Dual Dash Camera captures both the front and rear of your car and can be a lifesaver when it comes to contesting traffic violations and recording evidence of collisions. Plus, it connects to your mobile device. 🚦*

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EVENT

Party like it’s 1928 💃

A historic photo of people dancing at the Indiana Roof Ballroom.

If you hit the event, you’ll notice that the Ballroom’s decor has largely remained the same. | Photo via Crystal Signature Events

The year is 1928, and the debut of the Indiana Roof Ballroom’s Valentine’s Day Dinner & Dance is well underway. The dance floor is crowded with people dressed to the nines and couples are chatting away at their tables.

Flash forward to 2023, and that same event is back for the first time since the 1960s. On Tuesday, Feb. 14 at 6 p.m., Crystal Signature Events will host the Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra as it plays during a three-course dinner. There will also be an option to add wine and champagne service to your reservations.

Fun fact: Did you know that the ballroom has played host to celebrities like Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, Elton John, Julia Roberts, and President John F. Kennedy? You could dance on the same floor they did. Get your tickets.

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Anna.

Editor’s pick: Looking to be a do-gooder on the regular? Indy has a number of nonprofits and organizations looking for some helping hands. We’ve compiled 23 of them into a list of volunteer opportunities here.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Dive into the best local bars for singles.

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