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📚 Multilingual mania

Where to learn a new language in Indianapolis
Inside Indy Reads with a stack of books in the foreground.
Did you know Indy Reads also gives literacy classes? | Photo by INDYtoday team
That pesky Duolingo bird got you down? Don’t feel bad; learning a new language via mobile app isn’t for everybody.

If you’re the kind of learner who benefits from a more hands-on approach, be it in private or group settings, we’ve got a roundup of some of the places in town where you can immerse yourself in a new language.

Indy Language Center
  • Why stop at one new language when you can learn 12? Indy Language Center’s offerings cover most of the globe, and can be taken in person or online. From group to semi-private and private lessons, there’s an option for every comfort level.
Indianapolis Spanish Place
  • If you want to improve your pronunciation while singing along to Bad Bunny, Indianapolis Spanish Place is the perfect option for you. Classes are 100% immersion and are available for both adults and children.
Indy Reads
  • For a crash course in learning English, there’s no better option than Indy Reads. Students attend class six hours a week in-person, online, or hybrid, and best of all — it’s completely free.
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IPL’s 25 branch locations offer resources for learners of all ages to take on a new language.

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Photo by @indylibrary

International School of Indiana
  • Becoming bilingual at an early age benefits children and sets them up for success in many ways. At the International School of Indiana, students from pre-elementary through high school can enroll in immersion and dual language programs taught by native speakers in three languages: French, Mandarin, and Spanish.
Indianapolis Public Library
  • If you prefer setting your own pace over committing to structured classes, IPL has just about every resource you could ever need to learn a new language — all free with your library card. Its support for ESL learners is extra impressive, with conversation circles taking place regularly at various branches (plus there’s a virtual option).
Are we missing any local resources that have helped you get your bilingualism on? Let us know.
 
Events
Thursday, Nov. 9
  • THE LUME Indianapolis Featuring Van Gogh | Thursday, Nov. 9-Sunday, Dec. 31 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Newfields, 4000 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis | $15-$29 | Step into Van Gogh’s world as his paintings dance around you in rich colors and vivid detail at this multi-sensory digital exhibition (closes Dec. 31).*
  • Stomping Grounds - Swing Dancing Lessons and Social | Thursday, Nov. 9 | 7-10 p.m. | McGowan Hall, 1305 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis | $5-$10 | Professional instructors will help beginners and advanced dancers alike learn all the moves needed to become a swing dance pro.
Friday, Nov. 10
  • ComedySportz | Friday, Nov. 10 | 7-8:30 p.m. | The Wit Theater, 3808 Shelby St., Indianapolis | $10-$15 | Two improv comedy teams face off in a live show appropriate for all ages.
Saturday, Nov. 11
  • The Legends of Hip-Hop | Saturday, Nov. 11 | 8 p.m. | Indiana Farmers Coliseum, 1202 E. 38th St, Indianapolis | $59-$175 | Witness hip-hop powerhouses like Juvenile, 8 Ball & MJG, and Goodie Mob take the stage.
Sunday, Nov. 12
  • OnyxFest Theater Festival | Sunday, Nov. 12 | Times vary | Locations vary | $15-$20 | Don’t miss your last day to see never-produced one-act plays written by Black playwrights.
Monday, Nov. 13
  • Savor the Season | Monday, Nov. 13 | 7-10 p.m. | Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant, 3815 E. 96th St., Indianapolis | $69 | Immerse yourself in the vibrant hues of autumn with chef-curated seasonal dishes such as braised short rib, butternut squash risotto, and maple pecan pie.
Tuesday, Nov. 14
  • Shape (Y)our Future Summit presented by Ice Miller LLP | Tuesday, Nov. 14 | 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | 16 Tech Innovation District, 1220 Waterway Blvd., Indianapolis | Free | Young professionals get a seat at the table as Indianapolis tackles our most pressing challenges and sets priorities for how we need to evolve.
Events calendar here
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News Notes
Opening
  • RH (formerly known as Restoration Hardware) will open for business Friday, Nov. 17 at Linden House, the former home of late businesswoman and philanthropist Christel DeHaan. In addition to home furnishing showrooms, the mansion will also house a restaurant, wine bar, and interior design studio. (IBJ)
Legacy
  • Former Colts Super Bowl champion Matt Ulrich has died at 41. He spent two seasons with the team, making 10 appearances on the offensive line. (WRTV)
Pets
  • Need some routine veterinary care for your furry friend? All Pet Express, a new drive-thru option, is opening on Monday, Nov. 13 on Indianapolis’ west side at 3810 W. Washington St. No appointments are necessary, and services will include vaccines, microchipping, nail trims, and more. (WTHR)
Edu
  • After closing in 2020, Thomas Carr Howe High School in Irvington will reopen next year — this time as a middle school. In preparation, the security system, wiring, and athletic fields will be upgraded. (IndyStar)
Number
  • 26.3%. That’s the voter turnout Marion County saw in Tuesday’s municipal election — a notable increase from 24.2% in the 2019 election. Thanks for making your voice heard, Hoosiers. (WISH)
Shop
  • Black Friday will be here before we know it. If you’re planning on doing some in-person shopping, check out the hours for local malls. (IndyStar)
Wellness
  • This FDA-registered, doctor-recommended vibrator is clinically proven to heighten arousal and help alleviate dryness, thanks to its ultra-flexible shape designed to hit all the right spots. Even better? Our readers get 30% off.*
 
Eat

🍗 The plot chickens

The rise of chicken chains in Indianapolis, IN
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World Famous Hotboys opened in 2021 in Peppy’s Grill’s old spot in Fountain Square. | Photo by @wwdeatnext
It’s National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day, and the bird is most certainly the word. If you’ve noticed an influx of chicken shops nesting in Indy in the last few years, you’re not alone.

But what’s behind the fried phenomenon? We have a few guesses:
  1. When one chain came to roost, the rest began to flock. Joella’s has seen big success in Indiana since it opened in 2018 and quickly expanded to five locations.
  2. It all goes back to the Chicken Sandwich Wars of 2019, which got people all over the country talking chicken, including Hoosiers.
  3. Maybe it’s our roots catching up to us. He may be the colonel of Kentucky Fried Chicken, but we all know Harland Sanders is from the Hoosier state.
If you’re feeling peckish today, here are a few spots where you can grab a bite to celebrate:
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Today’s edition by:
Shea
From the editor
I know the whole thing about eating spicy food to induce labor is an old wives tale, but that’s not going to stop me from practically sleeping at World Famous Hotboys come December. The guap fries are my lighthouse.
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