August 7, 2023

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Today’s Forecast

39º | Cloudy | 0% chance of rain | Sunrise 8:06 a.m. | Sunset 5:33 p.m.

🚽 Tour de toilets

There’s a lot going on in this bathroom. We mean design wise. | Photo by INDYtoday team

If you have to go, you might as well do it in style. Cintas’ annual America’s Best Restroom contest is back. Cast your vote for the best bathroom in the country by Friday, Aug. 11. But who will take the porcelain throne?

It looks like we got the snub. We won’t let our city’s best bathroom contenders go to waste. Indy is flush with great restrooms.

The Fountain Room, 840 Mass Ave., Ste. 1480
When thinking about the finest facilities in Indy, the restroom at this Bottleworks supper club-esque restaurant was one of the first to come to mind for City Editor Nicole. It was the funky wallpaper, tiles + artwork that made it memorable.

INDY_Agave and Rye_Bathroom_2023 — We’re not really sure what’s on the walls... *shells maybe?*
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Photo by INDYtoday team

Agave & Rye, 336 Delaware St., Ste. D
With the restaurant decked out with loud walls and decor, we just had to see the bathroom. And it didn’t disappoint. It was weird too.

16-Bit Bar + Arcade, 110 E. New York St.
If you’re looking for a sign to have a arcade game night outing, this is it. It’s hard to forget the bathrooms at 16-Bit, even with a “Hazed + Confused” cocktail in hand. You can’t miss the neon signs with a different phrase in each stall.

Bovaconti Coffee, 1042 Virginia Ave.
If you’re a queen (or king) of bathroom mirror selfies, you’ve probably snapped a picture in the bathroom at Bovaconti. The pink flamingo wallpaper is begging to be captured.

Who will take the throne? Vote for your favorite Circle City bathroom or send us a new contender. (Bonus points if you include a photo.)

Events

Monday, Aug. 7

Flowers that Feed: Bouquet Workshop | Monday, Aug. 7 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Guggman Haus Brewing Co., 1701 Gent Ave., Indianapolis | $45 | Meet new people, get together with friends, enjoy a drink, and learn how to create your very own bouquet comprised of Indy Urban Acres farm fresh flowers.

Tuesday, Aug. 8

Tuesday Group Run | Tuesday, Aug. 8-Tuesday, Sept. 26 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Indianapolis Cultural Trail Office, 132 W. Walnut St., Indianapolis | Free | Join the Bourbon Street Run Club for this dog-friendly, 3-mile group run along the Downtown Canal.
Nashville Sounds vs. Indianapolis Indians | Tuesday, Aug. 8 | 7:05 p.m. | Victory Field, 501 W. Maryland St., Indianapolis | $12-$85 | Celebrate the return of the State Fair by enjoying a donut burger, elephant ear, pork tenderloin, and fair-themed activities at the ballpark.

Thursday, Aug. 10

Paint Your Pet | Thursday, Aug. 10 | 6-8 p.m. | Daniel’s Vineyard, 9061 N. 700 W., McCordsville | $35 | Enjoy an evening of food, drinks, and a painting your pet in two different styles — all materials and guidance included.

Friday, Aug. 11

Carmel Jazz Fest | Friday, Aug. 11 | 12 p.m. | The Palladium, 1 Center Green, Carmel | $29-$54 | Check out this two-day festival featuring 30+ international, national, and regional jazz, R&B, and blues acts across eight stages throughout Carmel.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Biz

After almost four years, the home of the Pacers and Fever is finally receiving its rooftop “Gainbridge Fieldhouse” lettering. This addition, which will be visible from the street, represents one of the last developments in a multi-year, $360 million makeover. (WISH)

Food

Order up. Five Indianapolis-area restaurants landed on Yelp’s Top 100 Midwest Restaurants 2023 list. Congrats to Livery, Vida, Che Chori Foods, Delicia, and Chris’ Ice Cream — we know where we’ll be dining next.

Health

Riley Children’s Foundation is set to receive $10 million in funding from Indianapolis-based Walther Cancer Foundation. The funds will go toward children’s cancer research at Indiana University. If you’re inclined to donate too, Walther has pledged to match contributions one-for-one. (IBJ)

Cause

Global fundraising event CatVideoFest is coming to the Kan-Kan Cinema Aug. 18-22, with a portion of proceeds going to FACE Low-Cost Animal Clinic. Make sure to get your tickets right meow for a night of celebrating feisty internet felines.

Arts

Is it spooky season yet? Newfields is accepting applications from local artists, organizations, and community groups to create “spooktacular monsters” that will grace their gardens during Harvest Nights. Apply through Wednesday, Aug. 16.

Feel Good

Meet your new favorite TikTok star: Moto the kitten, who was rescued by two sisters outside the Indy 500 after running across the road. The family has since gone viral for their good deed and adorable cat coven. (WTHR)

Finance

A Banksy got everyday investors 32% returns? You read that right. Thousands of investors are smiling all the way to the bank thanks to the fine-art investing platform Masterworks. Investors have benefited from 14 sales with returns including 17.8%, 21.5%, and 35%. INDYtoday readers can skip the waitlist and join.†*

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Event

Ever played croquet? It’s wicket.

Players compete in a croquet tournament on the lawn at the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site.

Be part of history and etch your name into the coveted silver Virginia B. Willkie trophy. | Photo by Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site

The 29th Annual Wicket World of Croquet will be held on the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site’s south lawn on Saturday, Aug. 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

You can test your skills on the croquet court during the competitive or leisure tournaments, or sit back and enjoy a day filled with food, drinks, and music at the Porch Party.

But it’s not just about the gameplay. Show off your impeccable style both on and off the court, as the Presidential Site introduces the Best Dressed Prize. Embrace the elegance of the game by dressing in your finest game whites + fashionable finalists will be recognized.

This event will take place rain or shine and advance registration is required. General admission tickets are $10, Porch Party tickets are $50, and Tournament of Two is $200.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Nicole Hernandez

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