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• Holiday Sounds | Thursday, Dec. 7 | 10 a.m.-12:15 p.m. | Indiana State Museum, 650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis | $13-$17 | Enjoy the sounds of the season as school and community choirs, bands, ensembles, and soloists perform holiday music in the Great Hall.
• Merry Movie Nights Presented by Edward Jones | Thursday, Dec. 7-Sunday, Dec. 10 | Times vary | Heartland Film, 8920 Otis Ave., Indianapolis | $5-$7 | Come out to the Theater at the Fort for this mini holiday movie series.

• Natural History Book Club | Friday, Dec. 8 | 10-11 a.m. | Holliday Park, 6363 Spring Mill Rd., Indianapolis | Free | Learn about nature and environmental issues through the words of different nature authors.

• Winter Arts Market | Saturday, Dec. 9 | 12-4 p.m. | GPAC, 2432 Conservatory Dr., Indianapolis | Cost of purchase | Get some holiday shopping done at this market featuring 20+ local vendors, as well as a gift-wrap station and drinks from Garfield Brewery.
• Holy Krampus, It’s Murder | Saturday, Dec. 9 | 6-9 p.m. | The Library Restaurant & Pub, 2610 S. Lynhurst Dr., Indianapolis | $25-$78 | Immerse yourself in a family-friendly holiday murder mystery dinner for the night — and take home a prize if you’re deemed best detective or actor.

• Butler University vs Chicago State | Sunday, Dec. 10 | 2-4 p.m. | Hinkle Fieldhouse, 510 W. 49th St., Indianapolis | $8-$15 | Watch the women’s basketball team take on Chicago State in a matchup that’s sure to heat up a chilly day.

• NCAA DI Men’s Basketball First & Second Rounds | Friday, March 22, Sunday, March 24 | 12 p.m. | Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis | $54+ | Experience March Madness® in Indianapolis at Gainbridge Fieldhouse as IUPUI and the Horizon League host the First and Second Rounds of the NCAA® Division I Men’s Basketball Championship.*

1. Sport Hoodie: This top-seller is almost sold out.
2. The Anson performance polo: It’s rated five stars by 99% of customers.
3. The Sully quarter zip: Many of these colors match up with The Anson colors for a coordinated, layered look.

• Wish you could completely change the area where I-65 + I-70 meet? Then you might be interested in The Rethink Coalition’s proposed redesign of the area, which includes a recessed interstate and green spaces. (WISH)

• The Great American Songbook Foundation has announced plans to construct a museum in Carmel. Mayor Jim Brainard said he hopes the museum will become “a national attraction” similar to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. (IBJ)

• Butler University’s new Early Childhood Educator Certificate Program, which aims to fill child care worker shortages, is taking applications for the spring session. While it usually costs around $10,000 to complete the program, 20 students will receive their certification free of charge. Apply now. (WRTV)

• Know of any local restaurants that are open on Christmas Day? Send them our way so we can put together a list and give you a shoutout.

• According to an analysis of Google search data, Hoosiers officially have a favorite holiday song — “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” which also happens to be the No. 1 most listened-to Christmas song in every US state. Long live the queen. (FOX59)

• Indy’s Christmas tree preferences have been revealed, and it’s a landslide victory. 67% of you said you’re team real tree all the way, while 33% said fake is fine.

• Take care of all of your holiday shopping at once at IAC’s Winter Art Sale. Check out artwork and wares from local artists + artisans on Saturday, Dec. 9, 12-5 p.m. The Art Center will be in a flurry with artists showcasing one-of-a-kind work, refreshments, and the holiday spirit at this free event. Happy holiday shopping, Indy.*

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