Plus, Irish Fest returns better than ever.
 
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☎️ Who you gonna call?

A guide to city departments in Indianapolis
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Road work at Virginia Ave. + Delaware St. downtown | Photo via INDYtoday team
Whether you need to register to vote, inquire about residential services, or just stay in the know about civic happenings, trying to figure out who to contact can make you want to pull your hair out.

Here’s a handy guide to the city departments and resources that can help you with whatever you need.

“I want to adopt an animal.”
  • Animal Care Services | IACS’s shelter at 2600 S. Harding St. is filled with hundreds of dogs and cats looking for a furr-ever home.
“How do I prepare for a disaster?”
“What day does my trash get picked up?”
  • Find your trash pickup day | Find information regarding your trash collection day, electronics recycling, leaf disposal, and more.
“I’d like to plan a city festival or parade.”
  • Special event permits | The Department of Business and Neighborhood Services will help you plan any event expecting 250+ attendants or requiring a road closure.
“I’d like to start a business.”
  • Business licenses | Register your business, pay taxes, and apply for permits and grants.
“I need help finding a place to live.”
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Indy Parks occasionally hosts sunset yoga sessions outdoors — check park event calendars.

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Photo by @indyparks

“Which parks are the best for ages 6-12?”
“I’d like to work for the city.”
  • Human Resources | View the city’s employment opportunities and applicant resources.
“When is this pothole getting filled?”
  • Department of Public Works | Report needed street repairs, learn about upcoming road work, and get real-time updates on snow removal.
“I want to explore Indy’s art scene.”
  • Indy Arts Council | Get updates on artist grants, citywide creative programs, and public art projects.
Let us know what other departments you’re curious about.
 
Events
Tuesday, Oct. 24
  • Autumn Impressions | Tuesday, Oct. 24 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Warren Performing Arts Center, 9500 E. 16th St., Indianapolis | Free | Experience the music of autumn with a free concert by the Indianapolis Symphonic Band.
Wednesday, Oct. 25
  • Toddler Time: Falling Leaves | Wednesday, Oct. 25 | 10-11 a.m. | Indiana State Museum, 650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis | $12 | Get your littlest learner ready for fall through sensory play, hands-on experiments, and an engaging story time.
  • Gabriel García Román | Wednesday, Oct. 25 | 6-9 p.m. | Eskenazi Hall, 735 W. New York St., Indianapolis | Free | Join artist Gabriel García Román for a conversation about his trajectory as a Latinx artist and the importance the Queer Icons series has had on his life.
Thursday, Oct. 26
  • Million Meal Marathon | Thursday, Oct. 26 | 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. | Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis | Free | Work alongside friends, neighbors, and community figures in an attempt to pack one million meals for hungry Hoosiers.
Friday, Oct. 27
  • Official Indianapolis Halloween Bar Crawl | Friday, Oct. 27 | 4 p.m.-2 a.m. | SOS Pub Indianapolis, 30 E. Georgia St., Indianapolis | $10-$15 | Put on your best costume to visit several bars in the city, each with unique Halloween drink specials, decor, and spooky surprises.
  • Halloween Kids Night Out | Friday, Oct. 27 | 6-8 p.m. | uPaint Pottery Studio, 3113 W. Smith Valley Rd., Ste. D, Greenwood | $29 | Try your hand at painting either a cat-o-lantern box or a bat mug while you enjoy pizza and candy.
Saturday, Oct. 28
  • Decorators’ Show House and Gardens Before Tour | Saturday, Oct. 28 | 12-5 p.m. | 4521 Sylvan Rd., Indianapolis | $5-$20 | Tour this beautiful 1927 home before its transformation this winter — proceeds will benefit the Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center.
  • Trick ‘r Treat | Saturday, Oct. 28 | 10 p.m.-3 a.m. | 416 Wabash, 416 E. Wabash St., Indianapolis | $29.99-$89.99 | Get ready for a night of mischief, mayhem, tricks, treats, and drop-dead beats on the dance floor.
Events calendar here
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Wellness

Hear the crisp crunch of autumn leaves more clearly
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A user holds the Horizon Go by hear.com. | Photo by hear.com
Imagine the crunch of leaves underfoot, the cries of geese flying south, the wind blowing through the trees, the crackle of a bonfire. What if you couldn’t hear the sounds of fall clearly?

Good news: A 45-day, no-risk trial with Horizon hearing aids means you get to experience all of this, plus:
  • The world’s first hearing aids with dual processing
  • Crystal-clear speech understanding
  • A design so small + comfortable, you’ll forget you’re wearing it
Try Horizon with a 45-day trial
News Notes
Eat
  • Craving the taste of fresh fish — but you’re 500 miles from the ocean? Try Bardales Seafood, which just opened shop in Broad Ripple. The seafood served here is caught on day boats, which means it spends less than 24 hours out at sea and gets to your plate quickly. (IBJ)
Festival
  • Sláinte to the return of good times. After Indy Irish Fest was permanently canceled earlier this year, Hoosiers have rebooted the event as Circle City Irish Fest. It will host its inaugural family-friendly event in Noblesville on Saturday, Nov. 18, complete with food, alcohol, and live entertainment. Get tickets. (WTHR)
Number
  • $81,794. That’s the annual income needed to purchase the average home in the Indianapolis area, according to a recent Redfin report. How do we compare to the national average? We’re below the annual median income of $114,627. Here are some homes below the average cost.
Tech
  • The US government has chosen Indiana as one of 31 vital technology and innovation hubs in the nation. Heartland Bioworks, a group that includes Hoosier colleges and universities, industry groups, and employers, will be eligible for $50-$75 million in an initial round of implementation funding. (IBJ)
Seasonal
  • Oh my gourd — check out the finalists for our INDYtoday Pumpkin Carving Contest. Vote for your favorite jack-o’-lantern by Wednesday, Oct. 25 + be sure to read our newsletter on Friday, Oct. 27 to see which pumpkin wins.
Theater
  • “To Kill a Mockingbird,” the highest-grossing American play in Broadway history, is coming to Indianapolis. The production will take the stage at Clowes Hall Tuesday, Jan. 23 through Sunday, Jan. 28, 2024. Get tickets. (WISH)
Real Estate
  • In the market for 11 bedrooms? A historic Woodruff Place property just went up for sale. Over its 125-year life, it’s been used as a single-family home, apartments, and even a women’s sanitorium. (IndyStar)
Feel Good
  • As the Colts and the Browns delivered a close game Sunday afternoon, the first aid team at Lucas Oil Stadium was delivering a Hoosier baby. Congrats to the family on their new addition, and the IU Health professionals who showed they’re ready for every situation. (FOX59)
Seasonal
  • Tap-dancing Santas, an acrobatic wheel, and holiday cheer — what’s not to love about the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s annual AES Indiana Yuletide Celebration? See the holiday spectacular at Hilbert Circle Theatre Dec. 1-23 (grab tickets).*
Real Estate
  • Skip the listing process, value-adding upgrades + lowball offers — when you use Offerpad, you can have a cash offer in hand in 24 hours or less. It’s that easy. Request a cash offer.*
 
 
Answered

Last week we asked about your favorite local pizza spots, and here’s what you said:

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New Bethel Ordinary asks the question: why limit yourself to pizza when you can have wings, tacos, and burgers too?

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Photo by @nbopizza

  • “Ale Emporium has the finest deep dish in the region. Yes, including Chicago.” — Duane C.
  • “You have to try Sam’s Square Pie! It’s amazing!” — Create Art Studio
  • “Pizza Pizza is great too, similar to Magoo’s.” — Alena
Still searching for that slice of heaven? Check out the rest of our recs.
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Shea
From the editor
As someone with a Celtic name, I should probably know more about my Irish heritage — so I’m excited to check out the first Circle City Irish Fest next month. I’ve heard that the food and beverage offerings are going to be top notch.
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