10.31.2023

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🦃 An affair to November

A roundup of the best November events in Indy

A skyline view | Photo via @dustinthibideauphotography

November is a time for giving thanks, spending time with loved ones over hearty meals, and enjoying the last of the fall foliage. We know planning all the events you want to hit is hard, so we’ve done the work for you — check out these wide-ranging events with your family and friends.

Concerts for a Cause | Saturday, Nov. 11 | 6 p.m. | West Fork Whiskey Co. | $100 | Support Brightlane Learning with musical performances by Will Hoge and Ryan Ahlwardt.
Circle City Irish Fest | Saturday, Nov. 18 | 2-10 p.m. | Noblesville Firefighters’ Union Hall | $15 | You’re in luck — St. Patrick’s Day is coming early this year at this family-friendly event complete with food, drinks, live music, and dancing.

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Carmel Christkindlmarkt | Saturday, Nov. 18-Sunday, Dec. 24 | 4-9 p.m. | 10 Carter Green, Carmel | Bring the whole family to this holiday tradition, complete with authentic German food, drinks, and an ice skating rink. Pro tip: if you’re craving a more intimate experience, check out the Athenaeum Christkindlmarkt on Mass Ave., which opens on Friday, Nov. 24.
Drumstick Dash | Thursday, Nov. 23 | 9 a.m. | Broad Ripple | $37+ | Move your feet so others can eat during the 21st annual Drumstick Dash to benefit Wheeler Mission.
Celebrating Gratitude | Friday, Nov. 24-Saturday, Nov. 25 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Eiteljorg Museum | Museum admission | Participate in artist talks, workshops, and demonstrations of Native beadwork traditions and jewelry making. You’ll also get to see “Jingle Rails,” a magical model train wonderland showcasing stunning landscapes and iconic landmarks.
Circle of Lights Tree Lighting | Friday, Nov. 24 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Monument Circle | Free | The day after Thanksgiving, flock to Monument Circle to watch the Soldiers and Sailors Monument transform into a giant Christmas tree with 4,784 lights.

Did we miss an event that you’re stoked for? Let us know.

Events

Tuesday, Oct. 31

Boo Bash at the AMP | Tuesday, Oct. 31 | 5-9 p.m. | The AMP at 16 Tech, 1220 Waterway Blvd., Indianapolis | Cost of purchase | Grab your costumes and bring your appetites for an evening of spine-tingling fun and delectable treats.

Wednesday, Nov. 1

Let’s Give Food Drive | Wednesday, Nov. 1 | Times vary | Brownsburg Public Library, 450 S. Jefferson St., Brownsburg | Free | Drop dry and canned goods off at several locations throughout Brownsburg, which will be delivered to 2,000+ Hendricks County families after Thanksgiving.

Thursday, Nov. 2

Drive Through Job Fair | Thursday, Nov. 2 | 1-4 p.m. | Express Employment Professionals, 5702 E. 71st St., Indianapolis | Free | Cruise down to Express for its first ever drive through job fair, focusing on skilled trade employment.
Candlelight: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac | Thursday, Nov. 2 | Times vary | Black Iris Estate, 5801 E. 116th St., Carmel | $23 | Experience the music of Fleetwood Mac under the gentle glow of candlelight.

Friday, Nov. 3

Gourmet Food Tastings | Friday, Nov. 3-Friday, Nov. 24 | Times vary | Regalique - Gourmet Food & Wine Boutique, 110 W. Main St., Ste. 120, Carmel | Free | Sample local and international products like chocolates, charcuterie, cheeses, honeys, and non-alcoholic beverages.
Spirit & Place: Indigenous Food Sovereignty Talk and Cooking Demo | Friday, Nov. 3 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art, 500 W. Washington St., Indianapolis | Museum admission | Join Mariah Gladstone, chef and founder of Indigikitchen, for a talk about the significance of Indigenous food sovereignty.

Saturday, Nov. 4

Connect: Gaming | Saturday, Nov. 4 | 10 a.m.-10 p.m. | The Speakeasy, 5255 Winthrop Ave., Indianapolis | $15 | Take part in game testing for tabletop designers, open tabletop play, a vintage arcade, raffle prizes, and workshops for aspiring tabletop and video game developers.

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News Notes

Holiday

Tomorrow, Nov. 1 and Thursday, Nov. 2 mark Dia de los Muertos, a holiday that originated in Mexico to honor and celebrate the memory of deceased loved ones. Find local celebrations. (IndyStar)

Concert

Step by step, New Kids On The Block are making their way to Indy. They’ll be performing at Ruoff on August 25, 2024. Presale begins tomorrow. (IndyStar)

Cause

Throughout November, local Chick-fil-A restaurants are teaming up with Outreach Inc. for “Cookies for a Cause.” For every Chocolate Chunk Cookie sold, a portion of proceeds will support Marion County youth experiencing homelessness. Just in case you needed another excuse to pick up a cookie tomorrow. (WTHR)

Announced

Hopefully you’ve recovered from the Deer Creek rename trauma — because another Indy concert venue has a new moniker. Say goodbye to TCU Amphitheater at White River State Park and hello to Everwise Ampitheater. (IBJ)

Fun Fact

Parlez-vous français? Many Indy residents do, it turns out. That’s because French is the most spoken language in Indianapolis after English and Spanish. However, German is more common throughout Indiana.

Beauty

Looking for an unbelievably close shave? Try Meridian Trimmers, engineered to empower individuals of all genders to achieve flawless grooming. Get 15% off a one-time purchase with code “6AM.”*

History

👻 I ain’t afraid of no ghosts

Four of the most haunted places in Indianapolis

Spooky season is wrapping up, but it’s never too late to do a little ghost hunting. Here are some of the most haunted places in Indianapolis:

Indiana Repertory Theatre | 140 W. Washington St. | The IRT has been home to countless performers since 1972. A former director enjoyed jogging + would sometimes do so inside the theater. He was later struck and killed in a hit and run — but former employees claim to hear creaking floorboards as a ghostly figure can be spotted still jogging around.

Indiana Central State Hospital | 2800-3300 W. Washington St. | Opened in 1848, the hospital was originally known as the “Indiana Hospital for the Insane.” The hospital covers 160 acres on the outskirts of the west side. After several scandals regarding patient abuse, the hospital closed in 1994.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

I’m not going to die on the “ghosts are real” hill — but I did get some weird inexplicable chills at the Winchester Mystery House years ago. Have you had any ghostly encounters, or do you think it’s just a bunch of hocus pocus?

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