Q: Should hardware finishes always match? If I have gold vanity knobs, does that mean I need gold sink fixtures?

Q: What bathroom features are must-haves for safe, comfortable senior living?

• Grab bars
• Faucets with wide handles (Kohler’s “Avid” or “Artifacts” faucets are good options)
• Wall-mounted vanity with sufficient height for wheelchair access
• Hand shower with ADA on/off adapter
• Taller-than-average bathtubs and toilets to allow for easier standing and sitting

Q: What kitchen backsplashes do you recommend?

Q: I want to renovate my bathroom, but I have no idea where to start. Help!

• “Step 1: Get clear on what you want, and what your budget is. Ask yourself, “Is this my forever home, or am I looking to update for a future resell investment?”
• Step 2: Gather inspiration. Our Instagram, Pinterest, and design magazines are all good options.
• Step 3: Secure a contractor, and share the ideas you gathered. This is pertinent to getting an accurate quote upfront.

• The Art Speaks CAFÉ | Friday, July 14-Sunday, July 16 | 12-7 p.m. | Indiana Convention Center, 100 S. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis | Free | Join in on the Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration with local art, a Yoga and Canvas session + a performance by pop singer Jai Denise.
• Roaring Twenties | Friday, July 14 | 7-10 p.m. | Indiana State Museum, 650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis | $65 | Dress as a flapper, gangster, or silent screen star and celebrate the roaring twenties on all three levels of the museum.

• Raiders of the Lost Antiques | Saturday, July 15 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Cottage Home + St. Clair Place neighborhoods | $50 | Sample local beer, coffee, cider, and snacks while exploring the Near Eastside’s antique & salvage stores, shops, and neighborhoods.
• Indy Dance Festival 2023 | Saturday, July 15-Sunday, July 16 | Times vary | Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts, Butler University, Indianapolis | $7-$50 | Experience back-to-back evenings of fantastic local dance.

• Party in the Park | Sunday, July 16 | 1-5 p.m. | White River State Park, 801 W. Washington St., Indianapolis | Free | Be a part of this Junior Gold Championships kick-off event with games, food trucks, talent show, and a state walk.

• Indianapolis Burger Week | Monday, July 17-Sunday, July 23 | Various times | Various locations | Cost of purchase | From gourmet blends to off-menu specialties and even beer pairings, participating local restaurants will pay tribute to the burger.

• The Eagles announced a second tour date in Indianapolis following Wednesday’s ticket presale. The band, which plans to retire from touring in 2025, will come to Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Monday, Oct. 9 and Tuesday, Oct. 10. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. today. (IBJ)

• The Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds will undergo its first major renovation in 25+ years starting next Thursday, July 20. The first phase of the three-part project will total $26.5 million, including exhibition center upgrades and a new Bicentennial Pavilion. (The Reporter)

• The Westfield Police Department is seeking a 10-acre site for its new 50,000-sqft headquarters. Over the next two years, the department plans to build a facility that can accommodate Westfield’s growing population — which has increased from 9,293 to 50,000 in just 20 years. (IBJ)

• The Indiana Department of Health will hold its 37th annual Indiana Black & Minority Health Fair through Sunday at the Indiana Convention Center. To support its 2023 theme of “Healthful Living,” the department will conduct free health screenings. (WRTV)

• The Indiana Department of Education released its ILEARN 2023 report, with several Indianapolis districts scoring best in state on standardized tests. Brownsburg, Carmel Clay, and Zionsville all performed highly on math and English exams, with Brownsburg ranking No. 1 in the state. (IndyStar)

• Moose Tracks Ice Cream will bring 10,000 scoops of free ice cream to Monument Circle on Thursday, July 27 to benefit the Ruth Lilly Women and Children’s Center. For each scoop served between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., Moose Tracks will donate $1.

• The new Lifelong Sickle Cell Collaborative Services Grant will provide $500,000 to support Indiana residents with sickle cell disease. The two-year grant will expand education and treatment for the condition, which disproportionately affects Black Hoosiers. (WISH)

• Mass Ave Cultural Arts District put out a call for artists + makers for its Summer Festival on Sunday, July 30. If you make goods, art, crafts, or clothing and are interested in participating as a vendor, apply now.

• This leading balance transfer card offers 0% intro APR for guess how many months… with no annual fee. (Hint: It’s one of the longest 0% intro APR periods we’ve seen.) Details revealed here.*

• Searching for the perfect luggage set that’s both lightweight + durable? We love this set for its polycarbonate shell and quiet double spinner wheels.*