• Career Center | Thursday, Aug. 24 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Indianapolis Public Library Garfield Park, 2502 Shelby St., Indianapolis | Free | Adults needing help with creating a resume, searching for a job or career online, or filling out an online job application are invited to receive one-on-one assistance.
• Tinker House Taco Takeover | Thursday, Aug. 24-Thursday, Oct. 26 | 5-10 p.m. | Tinker House, 1101 E.16th St., Indianapolis | Cost of purchase | Every Thursday this summer, Gordito’s Food Truck will be serving up tacos + tortas to enjoy on the pet-friendly patio.

• One Direction Dance Night | Friday, Aug. 25 | 8 p.m.-12 a.m. | Hoosier Dome, 1627 Prospect St., Indianapolis | $15 | Get ready to rock out to “What Makes You Beautiful,” “Story of My Life,” and all your other nostalgic favorites at this 1D dance party.
• Oppenheimer: The IMAX Experience in IMAX 70mm | Friday, Aug. 25 | IMAX Theater in the Indiana State Museum, 650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis | $20 | Don’t miss the story of American scientist J. Robert Oppenheimer and his role in developing the atomic bomb on the state’s largest screen.*

• Small Business Showcase at the Circle | Saturday, Aug. 26 | 12-6 p.m. | Circle Centre Mall, 49 W. Maryland St., Indianapolis | Free | Visit the second floor to support local, discover something new, or visit with your favorite small business owners.

• Iowa Cubs vs. Indianapolis Indians | Sunday, Aug. 27 | 1:35 p.m. | Victory Field, 501 W. Maryland St., Indianapolis | $12-$30 | It’s Kids Eat Free Day — children 14 and under receive a free hot dog, bag of chips, and Capri Sun juice pouch with price of admission.

• Excessive Heat Warnings are still in effect through tonight. In response to the extreme heat, most Salvation Army locations are open to the public during normal hours, providing air-conditioned seating areas, restrooms, and drinking water to help residents stay safe. Find the nearest location.

• Here’s some sweet news. Mochinut — a new shop featuring mochi donuts, Korean corn dogs, and boba — is open in Fishers at 11630 Olio Rd., Ste. 105. Now until Monday, Sept. 18, you can get one free donut when you buy three, two free when you buy six, or three free when you buy a dozen.

• The Percussive Arts Society announced that Indianapolis will remain the host city for the group’s international convention through at least 2028. This year’s PASIC event is scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 8-Saturday, Nov. 11 at the Indiana Convention Center. (IBJ)

• The owner of the Circle Tower office building on Monument Circle is facing foreclosure, according to IBJ. A lawsuit filled by Centier Bank alleges that the Chicago co-working company Expansive, which bought the 14-story art deco building in 2017, has fallen behind on loan payments for the property. (IBJ)

• Healthcare professionals are reminding Hoosiers how vital it is to donate blood — especially if you are part of a minority community. In an effort to help meet the need, Versiti Bloodmobile is hosting a Minority Blood Drive on Saturday, Sept. 9 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Martin Luther King Center. Register.

• Butler University students went back to the classroom yesterday + this year, 600 Hoosiers are joining the university’s freshman class — the most in its 168-year history. The 2023 freshman class is also the most diverse in history with 22% identifying as students of color. (WRTV)

• On Tuesday, we shared with you a list of local businesses that have punch cards or rewards programs. We know our readers love supporting local — so Chelsea S. let us know that Goose the Market + Blue Collar Coffee also have loyalty programs. Maura M. says Goldleaf has punch cards, too.

🐾 Breweries + Distilleries

• Metazoa Brewing Co., 140 S. College Ave. | This local craft brewery has a pet-friendly taproom, a patio space with tables, and a dog park with a nice skyline view. It also donates 5% of its profits to animal and wildlife organizations.
• West Fork Whiskey, 1660 Bellefontaine St. | This local whiskey tasting room is a must-try in the Kennedy-King neighborhood. Bring along your dog to experience tours, tasting flights, and seasonal hand-crafted cocktails in an industrial-chic setting.

🐾 Restaurants

• Fire by the Monon, 6523 Ferguson St. | This charming red building tucked away in the Broad Ripple neighborhood prepares entrees over an open flame using indigenous hardwoods and fruitwood. While you wait to eat your fish tacos or juicy burger, your pup will get its own snacks and bowl of water.
• Natural State Provisions, 414 Dorman St. | This counter service restaurant in the Holy Cross neighborhood features southern comfort food with a beer hall and dog park in the outdoor patio space.