Today’s Note

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This development is a big dill for Fishers

Rendering of Chicken N Pickle location coming to Fishers, IN

Chicken N Pickle said it expects Fishers to receive 700,000+ annual visits and create more than 150 jobs. | Rendering via Chicken N Pickle

Think “Topgolf,” but for pickleball.

A unique venue with a focus on pickleball is coming to the Fishers District area.

The Kansas City, Missouri-based chain Chicken N Pickle said it plans to expand to Indiana with a Fishers location (east of I-69 between 106th and 116th streets) in late 2024.

The Fishers location will be the farthest east location for the business — its other spots are mainly found in Texas.

The entertainment complex will feature bars, multiple dining areas on the main floor and rooftop, plus outdoor tables, numerous indoor and outdoor pickleball courts, and a variety of lawn games.

Chicken N Pickle said it expects the Fishers site to receive more than 700,000 annual visits and create more than 150 jobs.

Did you know: pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America for a third year. According to Pickleheads’ statistics, Indianapolis is among the top 10 pickleball cities based on the number of pickleball locations it has (29).

Events

Thursday, March 23

Rockstar Connect | Thursday, March 23 | 6-8 p.m. | Yard House, 16 W. Maryland St., Indianapolis | Free | Make meaningful connections in a relaxed, no pressure, fun environment.

Friday, March 24

Exhausted Paint: the Death of Van Gogh | Friday, March 24-Sunday, March 26 | Times vary | IndyFringe, 719 E. St. Clair St., Indianapolis | $15-$20 | This 70-minute one-act play explores the life of the world’s most famous painter through the lens of disorientation and struggle.

Saturday, March 25

Indy Winter Farmers Market | Saturday, March 25-Saturday, April 15 | 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | The AMP at 16 Tech, 1220 Waterway Blvd., Indianapolis | Cost of purchase | Visit the longest-running and only winter market in downtown Indianapolis that connects farmers to community members.
Best Night Ever: Boy Band Bash | Saturday, March 25 | 8 p.m. | The Vogue Theatre, 6259 N. College Ave., Indianapolis | $15-$20 | Dance the night away at this Boy Band Bash dedicated to the stars of the 2010s, like One Direction and the Jonas Brothers.

Sunday, March 26

Indy Fuel vs. Kalamazoo Wings | Sunday, March 26 | 4 p.m. | Indiana Farmers Coliseum, 1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis | $16-$60 | It’s Family Fun Day where kids eat free and have the opportunity to enjoy a post-game skate with the team.

Monday, March 27

Spring Break Art Camp | Monday, March 27-Friday, April 7 | 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Indianapolis Arts Center, 820 E. 67th St., Indianapolis | Cost varies | With a variety of activities from painting, drawing, and sculpting, your young artist will come back from spring break with a handful of new masterpieces.

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Family

Add to cal: xZOOberance Spring Festival with Indianapolis Zoo

A boy with tiger face paint smiles into the camera.

All xZOOberance activities are free for members. | Photo by Indianapolis Zoo

After a long Indiana winter, we could all use a little a fun — a little xZOOberance, if you will?

Indianapolis Zoo’s annual spring festival is back from Thursday, March 23-Sunday, April 16, with tons of fun activities, including:

Backyard karaoke
Animal-inspired yoga
Animal encounters with goats and chickens
Dancing and singing to live music in the Bicentennial Pavilion
A seasonal menu of spring-inspired food, plus craft beer and cocktails for the grownups

Activities run Thursdays-Sundays from 12-4 p.m., and are included with admission.*

Get xZOOberance tickets

News Notes

Weather

64º | Thunderstorm | 80% chance of rain

Biz

E-commerce company Radial Inc. has opened its second facility in central Indiana. The new 601,000-sqft fulfillment center in Avon (8838 E. County Road 100 S.) has tapped China-based logistics tech firm Geek+ to provide automation and ~200 robots for the facility. The facility also added 100+ jobs. (IBJ)

Community

The Indianapolis Children’s Choir is getting its own building for the first time in the organization’s nearly 40-year history. The choir — which provides classes and ensembles for kids ages 18 months to 18 years — has purchased a building at 9111 Allisonville Rd. to renovate and become its headquarters in July. (IndyStar)

Plan Ahead

Tickets for the AES 500 Festival Parade are on sale now. The 67th annual parade leading up to Race Day will be led by Frank Shorter, Olympic gold medalist and winner of the first OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon in 1977. The parade will take place downtown at 11:45 a.m. on Saturday, May 27.

Edu

The Indiana High School Sports Awards will be giving one Hoosier school’s athletic department $1,000. All you have to do is show your school spirit by voting once per day until Thursday, March 30 at 2 p.m. The winner will be announced on Wednesday, April 19 at Clowes Memorial Hall at Butler University. (IndyStar)

Number

$2 billion. That’s how much economic drive the golf business has in Indiana. According to a report from the National Golf Foundation, the sport also provides more than $1 billion in direct expenditures annually to the state’s economy. There are 400+ golf courses across the state, with 82% of them offering public access. (IBJ)

Vote

We’re looking to you to help determine Indy’s best burger. Remember to cast your vote in our survey before Monday + tune in for the next round in our Tuesday, March 28 newsletter.

Today Is

National Puppy Day. This is your sign to support Indy Humane, and maybe consider adopting a furry family member. If you already have a pup in your life, why not treat them to a new floofy bed?

Shop

It’s that time of year to freshen up your home’s aroma, and our online shop (Six & Main) has the perfect candles. Drift away to scents such as woods + berries by The Rustic House or ripe juniper in a reusable vessel by Plant Based Candles. That smells just about right.

Real Estate

Get planty with Indy Urban Acres

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Indy Urban Acres is an initiative of The Parks Alliance that aims to empower and educate people by providing equitable access to free, high-quality produce. | Photo via Indy Urban Acres

Indy Urban Acres — an initiative by The Parks Alliance of Indianapolis — is celebrating spring with its annual plant sale, where you can choose from hundreds of different starter plants and vegetables to cultivate your garden this season.

The sale is now live online, but mark your calendars for the opening weekend of in-person shopping (7700 E. 21st St.), which is May 6-7. There will be live music, food, and drinks for plant enthusiasts and new gardeners alike.

Save these dates:

Saturday, May 13 from 10 to 11 a.m. — Native Workshop
Saturday, May 20 from 10 to 11 a.m. — Rain Barrel Workshop

Since 2011, Indy Urban Acres has grown from a single site, harvesting 15,000 pounds of produce to four sites harvesting 60,000+ pounds of produce. It donates and distributes 100% of the produce to partners that serve those in the community who experience food insecurity.

The Wrap

Today’s Edition By:
Nicole Hernandez

From the Editor

Looking for a new way to get active this spring? You can try your hand at pickleball with Indy Pickleball Club — whether you’re a beginner or experienced player. Join the club and check out upcoming pickleball outings.

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