Jefferson County

• Difficulty: 🥾🥾
• Length: 1.5-mile out-and-back
• Wheelchair accessible: No
• Pet-friendly: Yes

Indianapolis

• Difficulty: 🥾🥾
• Length: 5.1-mile loop
• Wheelchair accessible: Portions
• Pet-friendly: Yes

• Difficulty: 🥾🥾
• Length: 4.5-mile loop
• Wheelchair accessible: No
• Pet-friendly: Yes

Parke County

• Difficulty: 🥾🥾
• Length: 1.9-mile loop
• Wheelchair accessible: No
• Pet-friendly: Yes

• Art on the Ave. ft. the women of the XVIII Art Collective | Thursday, March 30 | 6-9 p.m. | Madam Walker Legacy Center, 617 Indiana Ave., Indianapolis | Free | Meet the artists and enjoy their artwork in person — registration required.

• Pinewood Derby | Friday, March 31-Saturday, April 8 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Indiana State Museum, 650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis | Cost of admission | Watch cars zip down the 125-ft track with the whole family at Indy’s second greatest spectacle in racing.

• Irreverent Warriors Silkies Hike | Saturday, April 1 | 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Indiana War Memorial, 55 E. Michigan St., Indianapolis | $0-$5 | Gather with fellow veterans to enjoy camaraderie and improve mental health.
• The Dolly Party | Saturday, April 1 | 10 a.m. | The Vogue Theatre, 6259 N. College Ave., Indianapolis | $12-$25 | Put on your cowboy boots and scoot on over to the Dolly Parton-inspired country western diva dance party.
• Indy Eleven vs. Las Vegas Lights FC | Saturday, April 1 | 7 p.m. | Carroll Stadium, 1001 W. New York St., Indianapolis | $15-$75 | This is no April Fool’s — it really is the season opener for Indy’s favorite soccer team.

• 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.*

• 61º | Mostly sunny | 1% chance of rain

• There’s a petition to develop 200 acres of land on the northwest side. The project would include retail shops, health care facilities, office space, and high-end restaurants located between I-465 and Conarroe Road. A public meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 4 at 6 p.m. at the Pike Township Government Center. (WISH)
• The proposed Eleven Park stadium is getting a new neighbor. A local entrepreneur who studied culinary arts in Italy is planning a 5,400-sqft pizza spot across from the redevelopment site. It will be just north of the Industry event center and final approval for the project is set for Wednesday, April 19. (IBJ)

• Change of plans. Over a week ago, we told you The Slippery Inn would be moving toward a 21+ business model, but the restaurant has since announced it would remain open for family dining. However, minors will have to enter through its newly designated family dining entrance on the building’s north side. (WISH)

• To fill 1,600+ open teaching positions across the state, Indianapolis Public Schools and Christel House has started a new recruitment program that will certify and train teachers within a year. It’s a no-cost program that puts apprentices in the classroom with a mentor. Learn more. (WTHR)
• Tutoring vouchers of up to $1,000 will be available to fourth and fifth graders studying reading and math, thanks to The Boys & Girls Club and Indiana Learns. The funding to address a growing education gap could help up to 75,000 kids, if taken advantage of. (WISH)

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• Opening Night | Tuesday, April 1 | 6:35 p.m. | The Indians are offering $1 concessions + a 60-degree weather guarantee — if the temperature is below 60 degrees at the first pitch, fans receive a ticket voucher for another April home game.
• Half-off Wednesday Nights | Wednesday, April 2 | 6:35 p.m. | Halfway through the week means half-price box, reserved, and lawn tickets for every Wednesday night game. Pro tip: Enter the coupon code “HALF” before selecting your seats.
• Thirsty Thursdays | Thursday, April 3 | 6:35 p.m. | Every Thursday, baseball fans 21 and older can satisfy their thirst with $3 12 oz Busch Light cans, $3 draft beers, and $2 Pepsi fountain drinks.
• Friday Fireworks | Friday, April 4 | 6:35 p.m. | Friday means fireworks all season long — bring the whole family for a postgame fireworks show.
• Kids Eat Free Sunday | Sunday, April 6 | 1:35 p.m. | All children 14 and under receive a free hot dog, bag of chips, and milk with the price of admission. Bonus: Members of the Knot Hole Kids Club also get to run the bases after the game (weather permitting).
• Bark in the Park | Thursday, April 17 | 6:35 p.m. | Bring your furry friends to the ballpark to enjoy the game from the left and center field lawns. Dog tickets are $7. Each dog must be accompanied by at least one human.
• Indy 500 Night | Saturday, April 19 | 6:35 p.m. | Start your engines for racing-themed in-game entertainment. The first 1,500 fans in attendance will receive a Rowdie Racecar Bobblehead giveaway.