If you haven’t left with a chocolate croissant, have you really been to Amelia’s? | Photo by INDYtoday team
At the beginning of this year, we asked our readers to submit story ideas for us to cover in 2023, and Brooke L.'s question was too delicious to pass up: “Where can I get really good French pastries?”
So without further adieu, here are our top recs for some of the best pâtisserie-like spots around Indy.
This local pâtisserie and restaurant just opened its newest location on College Avenue and should be your go-to spot for a showstopping dessert for your next dinner party.
Mind The Body You Occupy | Tuesday, March 28 | 12-1 p.m. | Maven Space, 433 N. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis | $10 | Explore body image related to the experiences of those who identify outside of Eurocentric body “norms” at this discussion with Ellise A. Smith.
Michigan Rattlers | Tuesday, March 28 | 8-11:30 p.m. | HI-FI Indy, 1043 Virginia Ave., Indianapolis | $20-$25 | Check out the Americana alt-country band from Petoskey, MI.
Thursday, March 30
Pages at the Prop: Breaking Down Vonnegut with Julia Whitehead | Thursday, March 30 | 5:30-7 p.m. | The Indianapolis Propylaeum, 1410 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis | $5-$10 | Listen to the founder and CEO of the Kurt Vonnegut Museum discuss her novel and get your own copy signed afterward.
“Two Mile Hollow” by Leah Nanako Winkler | Thursday, March 30-Sunday, April 30 | 7-10 p.m. | Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre, 705 N. Illinois St., Indianapolis | $15-$45 | Enjoy a blistering comedy about a very white and very wealthy family and the problems that ensue in trying to divide their inheritance when their patriarch dies.*
Friday, March 31
Indiana Sports & Entertainment Career Fair | Friday, March 31 | 4-7 p.m. | Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis | $46.20 | Find an entry-level or intern position at this job fair for sports enthusiasts hosted by the Pacers.
Indy Fuel vs. Wheeling Nailers | Friday, March 31 | 7 p.m. | Indiana Farmers Coliseum, 1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis | $16-$48 | On First Responders Night, tributes will be made to first responders and emergency personnel throughout the game.
Wednesday, April 19
Rosé Soiree Derby Style | Wednesday, April 19 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | The HC Tavern + Kitchen, 9709 E. 116th St., Fishers | $65 | Indulge in the latest rose wines and dress up in derby style attire at this elegant event, perfect for wine enthusiasts.*
The Eskenazi Health Foundation is launching a campaign to address health equity gaps across Indy. The $60 million, five-year plan will examine social determinants of health like food insecurity and transportation. It will designate three health equity zones on the northeast, far east, and west sides of the city. (IndyStar)
Jobs
More than 400 jobs are currently available at Indy Parks this summer. Positions start between $13 and $18.75 an hour and include pool managers, camp counselors, cashiers, and lifeguards. A $500 early bird bonus is also offered to those who start before Friday, April 7. Apply now. (WRTV)
Arts
A new Black-owned professional equity theater is launching its first roster of productions on Saturday, May 13. The Naptown African American Theatre Collective is a nonprofit that plans to offer workshops to build up Hoosier Black creatives as well as put on performances like “Black Book” at the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre. (IndyStar)
Eat
ClusterTruck is expanding its delivery range. Now, those in Rocky Ripple, 38th Street from the Canal to Emerson Avenue, and up to College Avenue and 86th Street can get loaded tots at their door. Plus, the downtown location will deliver to the Garfield Park neighborhood and through Brookside Park. See the map. (WTHR)
Kids
The weekend of Saturday, May 20-Sunday, May 21, Unicorn World will be cantering over to the Indiana Convention Center, featuring life-sized unicorns, fairy and mermaid meet-and-greets, and various games. Children under 2 years old get in for free. Get tickets.
Environment
The Tibbs Drive-In is doing its part to make Indy a more beautiful place. The movie spot is offering a carload pass to anyone who fills two full-size garbage bags with litter. You must take a video documenting before, during, and after your cleanup and email it to Tibbs to take advantage of the offer.
Shop
The spring season is the perfect time to treat yourself. We’re eyeing this six-piece bonbon gift box by Marble & Steel Craft Chocolates. What’s even sweeter? These chocolates are made fresh without preservatives.
Travel
Trying to talk someone into an April vacation? Just show them these hotel deals on Expedia. We love:The Islander Resort that’s on a private beach in the Florida Keys.
Speaking of Amelia’s, anyone remember way back when it would do brownie scrap trivia? About once a week, the bakery would take to Instagram stories and ask little questions like, “How many grams of cocoa do we use in our brownies each week?” and the closest guesser would receive a bag of those extra special brownie edges. Here’s hoping it makes a comeback soon.
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