08.11.2023

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

🚽 These Indy bathrooms take the throne

Announcing the best bathroom in Indianapolis, according to our readers

Girl taking a mirror selfie in bathroom at Bovaconti

If you’re a queen (or king) of bathroom mirror selfies, you’ve probably snapped a picture in the bathroom at Bovaconti. | Photo by @zaveahstyles

Indianapolis was snubbed for this year’s America’s Best Restroom Award. That stinks — but we can roll with it.

We took matters into our own hands and identified these as some of the finest facilities in the Circle City:

The Fountain Room, 840 Mass Ave., Ste. 1480
Agave & Rye, 336 Delaware St., Ste. D
16-Bit Bar + Arcade, 110 E. New York St.
Bovaconti Coffee, 1042 Virginia Ave.

We also asked our readers which Indianapolis bathroom they thought should sit on the porcelain throne. Here’s what you said:

“Restroom and hallway at Hot Boys in Fountain Square is awesome!” — Rusty C.

Girl poses in hallway at World Famous Hot Boys — Even if you’re not a fan of hot chicken, this shop in Fountain Square is worth checking out for its crazy decor.
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Photo by @kpimages.jpeg

“I was surprised that Kismetic‘s photogenic bathroom wasn’t on your list! Their Instagram is full of folks taking advantage of the perfect lighting.” — Anne Marie M.

“Y’all are sleeping on the Milktooth bathroom! Js” — Noah D.

“Baby’s restrooms are fun!” — Jean F.

And the best bathroom you voted for in Indianapolis is... Bovaconti Coffee, for its pink flamingo wallpaper that’s perfect for bathroom selfies.

Congratulations, Bovaconti. Your bathroom really is the crème de la commode.

Events

Friday, Aug. 11

Free Health Fair & National Health Center Week Celebration | Friday, Aug. 11 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Adult & Child Health, 8404 Siear Terrace, Indianapolis | Free | Get resources and information + enjoy activities, freebies, and giveaways — plus a “healing your inner child” zone, a live DJ, and a food truck.

Saturday, Aug. 12

Decoding Downtown Indy Walking Tour | Saturday, Aug. 12 | 9:30-10:45 a.m. | Hudnut Commons, 50 S. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis | $15-$20 | Explore historic downtown Indianapolis and discover stories hidden within the city’s landmarks on this walking tour.
29th Annual Wicket World of Croquet | Saturday, Aug. 12 | 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, 1230 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis | $10-$200 | Take part in the competitive or leisure tournaments + for those who would rather swig refreshments than swing a mallet, enjoy the Porch Party with local food and drink partners.

Sunday, Aug. 13

Jazz Brunch: Blair Clark Brunch | Sunday, Aug. 13 | 11 a.m. | Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael, 1 Carmichael Square, Carmel | $20-$40 | Take a little pop, throw in some R&B, mix it with some soul, and add a touch of jazz + the result is the electrifying sounds of Blair Clark and Friends.

Friday, Aug. 18

Kohler Vintage Color Collection Launch Party | Friday, Aug. 18 | 1-4 p.m. | Kohler Signature Store Indianapolis, 4335 E. 82nd St., Indianapolis | Free | Join Kohler Indy as they unveil the return of Spring Green and Peachblow, two vintage colors that 10,000 voters wanted to bring back — for a limited time only.*

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News Notes

Traffic

You may have noticed some new “No turn on red” signs going up around the city yesterday. Following overwhelming support from City-County Council, DPW has begun installing hundreds of the signs in an effort to curb reckless driving and support pedestrian safety. See the list of intersections. (WTHR)

Coming Soon

Texas-based chicken chain Raising Cane’s is planning to open a third location in the central Indiana area. The 2,800-sqft restaurant will replace the former Steak ‘n Shake location on U.S. 31 in the Village Park Plaza in Westfield. An opening date hasn’t been announced. (WISH)

Biz

King Jugg Brewing Co. announced it plans to launch a production facility in Broad Ripple on Friday, Sept. 1 — using beer-making equipment previously used by Black Acre Brewing Co. in Irvington. The 18,000-sqft brewery will produce ales + hard seltzers to be sold at King Jugg’s brewpub in Fishers. (IBJ)

Development

A couple new businesses are coming to the Avon area. Total Wine & More is planning to open its fifth central Indiana location in Avon on Thursday, Sept. 7, followed by Academy Sports + Outdoors. Chicken Salad Chick and First Watch also recently opened in Avon. (IBJ)

Featured Deal

Ready to renovate? Then you need the Kohler Indy Bathroom Design and Planning Guide, created by the experts at the Kohler Signature Store. This brand-new guide provides exclusive design tips, product recommendations, sample timeline ideas + more to kickstart your project. Snag the deal.*

Event

🌽 Shuck some bags

Shuck some bags at the Indy Cornhole Classic

Men playing cornhole at American Legion Mall in downtown Indianapolis

You’ll even get to play cornhole against an Indy celebrity pro and prizes will be awarded to anyone who beats a celebrity. | Photo by Visit Indy

Want to become a corn star? Whether you’re a professional or backyard amateur, you’re invited to take part in the first annual Indy Cornhole Classic on Saturday, Aug. 19 from 2 to 6 p.m. at American Legion Mall downtown.

This is going to be an amaizing celebration of the sport + a family-friendly festival in support of veterans.

There will be both a recreational and a competitive “bring your own partner” doubles tournament. In addition to the cornhole tournament, a family-friendly festival will be hosted in Veterans Memorial Park, including food trucks, games, and activities from Big Car Collaborative.

Bonus: While you’re downtown, pay a visit to the Indiana War Memorial and Museum — it will stay open an extra hour (until 6 p.m.) on Aug. 19 only.

All proceeds from the Indy Cornhole Classic will support veterans + Indy’s collection of monuments and memorials. Register for the tournament.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Nicole

From the editor

Speaking of Avon... Last weekend, I visited Avon Gardens for its Art in the Gardens festival + fell in love with it. If you haven’t been to Avon Gardens, I highly recommend. It’s a stunning garden center with beautiful blooms everywhere you look. It even hosts weddings + receptions.

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