12.05.2023

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42º | Light rain | 40% chance of rain | Sunrise 7:50 a.m. | Sunset 5:20 p.m.

❄️ Indy goes igloo

Indy goes igloo: Icy pop-ups across the city

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Step into Field Brewing’s magical igloos November through February. | Photo by @fieldbrewing

Baby, it’s cold outside. But thanks to the igloos popping up all across Indy, you can still enjoy al fresco dining without turning into an ice sculpture. Here are a few spots we found that were love at frost sight — just don’t forget your coat.

Vivante at Hotel Carmichael | Carmel

Enjoy Vivante’s French food while cozying up in an igloo with a view of the Carmel Christkindlmarkt this holiday season. The four igloos can fit up to six people, and you can choose from either soft or table seating. The restaurant even allows you to bring your own Bluetooth speaker to set the vibe.

Daniel’s Vineyard | McCordsville

The igloos you’ll find at this all-ages vineyard can seat up to six people. Pro tip: While you’re there, don’t forget to check out Winzer’s Wonderland, a brand new pop-up bar with a festive cocktail + snack menu.

Urban Vines Winery & Brewery | Westfield

Westfield’s original heated igloos are back and bigger than ever. The six themed, cozy spaces can host up to 10 people and include space heaters + ambient lighting. You can book a two-hour time slot now through March — Mondays and Tuesdays are the most affordable days to visit.

INDYtoday: INDY_King Jugg Brewing Christmas igloo_DEC23 — Have a delightful night out with five friends in one of King Jugg’s cozy igloos.
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Pivot Bar & Balcony at Hyatt House | Indianapolis

Pivot Bar & Balcony’s igloos are perfect for cuddling up and enjoying apps + cocktails before a big concert or game downtown. Call or email ahead of time to reserve your space.

King Jugg Brewing Company | Fishers

These festive igloos offer a private dining experience for up to six adults with a minimum spend of $100 Sundays-Wednesdays and $200 Thursdays-Saturdays. The experience isn’t confined just to the holiday season; you can visit any time through the end of February.

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Events

Tuesday, Dec. 5

Small Wonders: Icy Exploration | Tuesday, Dec. 5 | 10-11 a.m. | Indiana State Museum, 650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis | Museum admission | Preschoolers are invited to discover icy art and snowy sensory play during this hour-long class.
Crochet-A-Long | Tuesday, Dec. 5 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Indianapolis Public Library Pike Branch, 6525 Zionsville Rd., Indianapolis | Free | Those who enjoy crocheting, knitting, or other fiber arts can learn a new craft and make something for unhoused Hoosiers.

Wednesday, Dec. 6

Euchre Tournment in TOC | Wednesday, Dec. 6 | 6:30-10 p.m. | North Mass Boulder, 1411 Roosevelt Ave., Indianapolis | Free | Play in Top Out Cafe with your best partner for a chance to take home a $50 gift card.

Thursday, Dec. 7

A Christmas Carol Comedy | Thursday, Dec. 7-Saturday, Dec. 23 | Times vary | The District Theatre, 627 Mass Ave., Indianapolis | $15-$35 | Get your dose of Dickens with a heavy helping of laughter at this flashy, family friendly romp.

Friday, Dec. 8

Christmas with Santa and the Ponies | Friday, Dec. 8 | 4-8 p.m. | Strides to Success, 1350 Terry Dr., Plainfield | $25 | Support the mission at Strides to Success as you enjoy the festive music, reindeer games, and refreshments inside the brightly decorated barn.

Saturday, Dec. 9

Breakfast with Santa | Saturday, Dec. 9-Sunday, Dec. 17 | 8:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m. | Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers | $16.99-$29.99 | Enjoy a delicious breakfast with Santa himself to ring in the holidays with the family.*
Jingle Rails Workshop: Build Your Own Wooden Train | Saturday, Dec. 9 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Eiteljorg Museum, 500 W. Washington St., Indianapolis | $15-$20 | Build and paint your own wooden train in this workshop.

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Real Estate

3 home renovation do’s and don’ts to increase your home’s value

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Offerpad makes it easy for people to sell their home. | Photo provided by Offerpad

Preparing to sell? Renovating is a great way to upgrade your home — and attract potential buyers.

Here are three do’s, according to Offerpad:

Add some curb appeal. A good power wash can go a long way.
Add new carpet + paint. They’re the easiest upgrades for the largest return.
Give the kitchen a minor upgrade. Simple changes like replacing worn-out counters, dated fixtures or old appliances can net sellers a ROI of up to 80%.

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News Notes

Announced

Hole-some news from Sidedoor Bagel: It’s planning to double its square footage by April so the team can provide fresher, faster bagels for all. You can help to bankroll the construction costs by buying gift cards with no expiration date at a 35% discount.

Development

Community members are invited to attend a public meeting concerning work on the Westfield Boulevard bridge over the canal in Broad Ripple. Construction is anticipated to begin in January. Those who wish to comment can attend the meeting on Thursday, Dec. 7 at 6:30 p.m. at 820 E. 67th St.

Sports

Boxing fans, you can catch a professional fight night this Saturday, Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. The first-ever Naptown Rumble will be hosted by Hoosier and professional boxer Anthony Sims Jr. at Arsenal Technical High School. Get tickets. (FOX59)

Concert

Dani California is making her way to Indiana. The Red Hot Chili Peppers announced they’ll be stopping by Ruoff Music Center on Thursday, July 24, 2024. Presale starts today and general sales start on Friday, Dec. 8 at 10 a.m. (FOX59)

Ranked

As you’ve (hopefully) noticed from reading our newsletter each morning, Indy’s a pretty fun place to live. According to WalletHub, Indianapolis is the No. 41 most fun city in the US. Rankings were based on entertainment and recreation, nightlife and parties, and overall cost.

Real Estate

Still searching for the perfect Christmas gift for that special someone? Zillow just released its 2023 list of the most popular listing in every state, and this $47.9 million estate has captured Hoosiers’ hearts (and is ironically located in Santa Claus.)

Shop

Have an active loved one on your shopping list? Upway delivers rigorously inspected, certified, and 99% pre-assembled e-bikes from top brands (think: Specialized, Aventon, and Super73) directly to your doorstep — with free express shipping when you use code TREE.*

Eat

🍴 Low-key look, high-key taste

What’s the most unassuming looking place in Indy with the best food?

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Don’t leave Patties of Jamaica without grabbing some of their signature spicy ketchup. | Photo by @michaelkuhnrealtor

Reddit strikes again with a very important question: What’s the most unassuming looking place in Indy with the best food?

Here are a few of the top answers:

“I love Ichiban Noodles! The owners are so nice and the sushi is great. They don’t do anything crazy, just a great spot with a lot of charm and atmosphere to get some classic, hearty nigiri and simple rolls!”

“I love Patties of Jamaica. Stefan treats people like family. Get a frozen pack of patties to go so you can scratch that itch when it hits!”

“Mama’s Korean is straight fire. Great dine-in date, take home to cook yourself, or take-out. They even sell Korean and Japanese beers to go.”

“Just finished my leftover Chicken Marsala from Vito Provolone’s. I’ve never ordered anything else in close to 30 years. Always wonderful.”

“Tortas El Guero is literally a little shed in the Home Depot parking lot. But the tacos are fire.”

What other secret spots look simple but are slinging incredible eats? Let us know.

The Buy

The Buy 12.05.23 (Affiliate + Six & Main)

The ultimate gift for the year of Barbie: the Barbie Dreamhouse 2023. Can we get one of those spiral pool slides for our house?

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Shea

From the editor

My favorite nondescript restaurant in town is Pa and Ma’s Backyard Barbeque. Its menu varies daily, so you never quite know what you’re gonna get. You’ll wonder if you’re even in the right place when you walk in — but the taste and the service are unwaveringly fantastic.

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