This cozy restaurant between Fletcher Place and Bates-Hendricks is Indy’s first restaurant that features a variety of authentic hand-crafted Turkish Mediterranean appetizers, soups, salads, entrees, and desserts.
Tlaolli (Tlah-Oh-Lee) is a carryout restaurant with fresh, local tamales and traditional Mexican dishes — all reinvented with a modern take on flavor and style.
A Southern transplant on Reddit called this traditional diner serving smoked meats “a taste of home.” Others recommended the smoked meatloaf and baked beans.
This restaurant opened more than 30 years ago and claims to be the only place you can taste authentic Korean food that is cooked home-style with recipes that have been passed down through generations.
Spring Break Block Party | Tuesday, April 4-Thursday, April 6 | 10-11 a.m. | Central Library, 40 E. Saint Clair St., Indianapolis | Free | Stop by and join the Learning Curve Specialists and other kid builders to complete fun challenges with LEGOs.
“Monet and Friends Alive” at The Lume | Tuesday, April 4-Sunday, May 28 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Newfields, 4000 N. Michigan Rd., Indianapolis | $20-$29 | Experience this immersive display of the Impressionist art that changed the 19th century through a journey of light, color, and sound, on view through May 29.*
Thursday, April 6
Stand-Up Science | Thursday, April 6 | 8:30-10 p.m. | Helium Comedy Club, 10 W. Georgia St., Indianapolis | $15-$20 | NYC-based scientist turned stand-up comedian Ben Miller takes you on a journey that’s equal parts hilarious, educational, and deeply personal.
Friday, April 7
Harrison Center First Friday | Friday, April 7 | 6-9 p.m. | Harrison Center, 1505 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis | Free | Check out this gallery opening featuring local artists Beatriz Vasquez and Nick Abstract, among others.
Saturday, April 8
Egg Extravaganza | Saturday, April 8 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | 601 W. 1st St., Madison | $6 | Enjoy storytelling and an Easter egg hunt on the grounds of the Lanier Mansion State Historic Site in Madison, IN.
Sunday, April 9
Easter Brunch | Sunday, April 9 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | The Hulman, 141 E. Washington St., Indianapolis | $55 | Listen to live music while sipping $5 mimosas and $8 bloody mary’s.
78º | Scattered thunderstorms | 50% chance of rain
Be weather aware. With this unseasonably warm start to the week, we’re also looking at another threat of severe storms late today into Wednesday afternoon. The main threat is damaging winds, with the risk of rotating storms and hail possible. (WTHR)
Traffic
Beginning Monday, April 10, full closures of I-65 on the northwest side will begin for the demolition of the Traders Lane bridge that crosses over I-65 north of the 71st Street exit. The first night closure for the northbound side of I-65 is set for Saturday, April 15 from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. on April 16. (FOX59)
Transportation
We told you about the possibility of the downtown heliport shutting down and now the proposal is being opposed by former vice president Mike Pence. He said it serves as a “vital asset for public safety and economic development” and is “a critical link for emergency response operations.” (IndyStar)
Outdoors
Ready to make waves? 24 million pounds of sand and 800 ft of shoreline are in place for the debut of Geist Waterfront Park in Fishers. The 70-acre park along Geist Reservoir opens at 10811 Olio Rd. on Saturday, April 22 and access to the much-anticipated beach begins Memorial Day weekend. (IBJ)
Biz
Following President Biden’s push for clean energy and manufacturing in the US, Cummins Inc. plans to announce that it’s investing more than $1 billion in its engine manufacturing network in Indiana, North Carolina, and New York to update facilities so they can produce low- to zero-carbon engines. (WTHR)
Read
The Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library is releasing a book. “The Tralfamadorian Dictionary” is the official handbook for the languages of the Tralfamadorians and other notable alien species in the Vonnegut Universe. The museum will be hosting a free release party on Thursday, June 8.
Hoosier
Legendary IU basketball coach Bob Knight was admitted to the hospital Friday evening, according to a message from program alumni. The hall-of-fame coach was admitted with an acute illness and the hope is that he’ll return home soon. Knight was IU’s coach for 29 years and won three national championships. (IndyStar)
Drink
The most polished organizational item in your kitchen: the Fellow Atmos Coffee Canister, which not only looks great but keeps coffee fresh by sucking oxygen out of the jar. Pro tip: You can use it to store any snack and it will stay fresh longer.
Cause
🤝 Hoosiers helping Hoosiers
How you can help those affected by tornadoes south of Indy
At least 200 homes were damaged by the tornadoes, so The Salvation Army is focused on immediate relief for those who are displaced. | Photo by The Salvation Army Indiana Division
The largest of those was reported in Sullivan County, along with two in Johnson County, causing severe damage to the Whiteland area (~25 minutes south of Indianapolis).
As Hoosiers work to recover from the storms, here are a few ways you can help:
Sullivan Community Fund — The fund is set up to offer financial support to storm victims. Donations can be made online or sent to: Help Sullivan Recover, WV Community Foundation, 200 S. 8th St., Terre Haute, IN 47807
Fire Angels, Inc. in Johnson County — The organization is collecting clothing for victims in Whiteland. Check its Facebook page for updates.
Salvation Army — Donations of shelf-stable food, household items, and toiletries can be dropped off at the Red Shield Center at 325 Market Plaza in Greenwood from 10:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. this week. To donate to those impacted, text the word HOOSIER to 24-365 or donate online.
The American Red Cross — You can make a monetary donation online to help people affected by tornadoes and storms in the south and Midwest.
I’m from Johnson County and it was so sad to see my Facebook feed flooded with neighbors and old friends who have been affected by the storm. Grace Assembly of God Church and Convoy of Hope are partnering up to offer support to those affected. The church at 6822 S. US Hwy 31 in Whiteland will function as a tornado relief site this week from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
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