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🐝 To bee or not to bee
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Bees are crucial to Public Green’s microfarm in Broad Ripple, pollinating all of the produce, herbs, and edible flowers used for the restaurant. | Video by @publicgreens
April showers bring May flowers — and with them, bees. Between pollinating a third of the food we eat and 80% of the world’s flowering plants, bees are vital to our agriculture and life as we know it.

Thanks to its relatively low investment + maintenance requirements, environmental benefits, and potential for honey production, beekeeping is becoming an increasingly popular hobby. Here’s everything you need to know about starting your own colony in Indianapolis.

What are the rules around beekeeping in Indy?

Indianapolis permits beekeepers to have up to eight hives on a single property. Areas with HOAs may or may not have restrictions, although a proposed law aims to focus on regulation over prohibition.

The Central Indiana Beekeepers Association recommends that new beekeepers begin with two hives. Why? It’s helpful for new beekeepers to be able to compare and contrast two hives in order to help them thrive. Plus, a strong colony may bolster a nearby weak one.

What are the pros and cons of beekeeping?

Unless you’re really going all in with dozens of hives, you should think of beekeeping as a fun, educational hobby, not a lucrative business opportunity. You’ll probably only produce enough honey for your household and the occasional gift to a loved one.

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Gardens and nature preserves like those at the T.C. Steele State Historic Site rely on honeybees to pollinate their flowers.

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Photo by The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites + Emily Winship

The good news is that the time commitment needed for maintaining a couple of healthy hives is pretty minimal. You may spend only one or two hours per week working with your hives from early spring through fall, and almost no time with your hives in winter. Keep in mind that bees do not always survive winter, so you may need to start over with a new colony in the spring.
     
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    C. 20,000
    D. 55,000
     
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    Wednesday, April 24
    • Let’s Play Mario Kart 8 Deluxe! | Wednesday, April 24 | 6-7 p.m. | Carmel Clay Public Library, 425 E. Main St., Carmel | Free | Kids ages 7-11 are invited to compete in a 15-minute Grand Prix race on the library’s Nintendo Switch.
    Friday, April 26
    • PopCon | Friday, April 26-Sunday, April 28 | Times vary | Indiana Convention Center, 100 S. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis | $30-$175 | Join this ultimate fandom convention for panels + workshops, live magic shows, a massive game hall, escape rooms, and more.
    • Forbidden Broadway | Friday, April 26-Sunday, May 12 | 7:30 p.m. | Actors Theatre of Indiana, 4 Carter Green, Carmel | $30-$49 | Enjoy this hilarious stage tribute to theater’s brightest stars.
    Saturday, April 27
    • Colonial Faire | Saturday, April 27 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | 4635 N. Illinois St., Indianapolis | Free | Take part in 18th century-themed activities + demonstrations, live entertainment, speeches by colonial figures, and a secret spy mission.
    • Feels and Food | Saturday, April 27 | 12-1:30 p.m. | Zen Penguin Wellness, 5224 S. East St., Indianapolis | $45 | Explore emotions + cravings through delicious vegan cuisine and poetry.
    • 80’s Prom | Saturday, April 27 | 7-11 p.m. | Downtown Olly’s, 822 N. Illinois St., Indianapolis | $10 | Throw on your best 80s garb for this totally rad event with DJs, drag performances, and a prom royalty contest.
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    Coming Soon
    • 607 Massachusetts Ave., which formerly housed Mass Ave Chiropractic, is going to be the home of a new bar and restaurant to serve the LGBTQ+ community. Out on Mass is expected to open this fall, complete with an outdoor patio and new public artwork. (IBJ)
    Closing
    • After suspending operations temporarily in March, Fishers zero proof bar Memento announced its permanent closure on Instagram, citing failed negotiations with its landlord. We’ll keep you updated if reopening efforts or new endeavors are announced.
    Development
    • Carmel’s luxury Hotel Carmichael released financial data that shows the $58 million hotel has exceeded occupancy + revenue projections since its opening in 2020. As such, developer and co-owner Pedcor is exploring expanding the hotel. No official plans have been submitted yet. (IndyStar)
    Watch
    • The Indy Film Festival is back for its 21st year. Screenings start today + run through Sunday, April 28 at the Living Room Theater and Kan-Kan Cinema, with additional screenings Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5. Get tickets. (WTHR)
    Outdoors
    • Here’s a tree-riffic opportunity to update your landscaping. In celebration of Arbor Day, AES Indiana will give out free tree saplings to the public at Garfield Park on Friday, April 26 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The organization will also host a workshop for attendees to learn about environmental issues. (WTHR)
    Traffic
    • After months of prep, the ramp meters on I-465 on the southeast side are about to activate. The lights will start flashing yellow on Monday, April 29 to alert drivers of the change + will become fully active on Monday, May 6. (WTHR)
    Concert
    • The all-star summer lineup at Ruoff Music Center continues, with Imagine Dragons stopping by on Tuesday, Aug. 20 + Pitbull performing on Sunday, Sept. 1. Tickets for both shows go on sale Friday, April 26. (WTHR + WRTV)
    Sports
    • Which Notre Dame Fighting Irish players took their game to the next level this week? Irish alum Tyler Wojciak gives his take.
       
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      🥕 Vegging out
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      Try the vegan loaded nachos from Black Leaf Vegan for a wonderful mix of flavors — including teriyaki sauce. | Photo by @nyah.tries.things
      It doesn’t have to be Meatless Monday to find delicious plant-based meals around town. From vegetarian burgers to scrumptious vegan ramen, here’s our guide to restaurants serving up meat-free fare in Indianapolis.

      10th Street Diner, 3301 E. 10th St. | This delicious diner offers all the classics, minus the meat. Order from a rotating list of specials, plus grab brunch food and plenty of dessert choices.

      Burgeezy, 335 W. 9th St., Ste. D. | On the Canal Walk is this vegan burger spot, serving up Beyond and Impossible patties, plus sides like seitan or cauliflower wings.

      Soulshine Vegan Café, 6516 Ferguson St. | Kickstart your morning with the all-vegan loaded burrito and a specialty latte. It also has rotating chia seed puddings that will keep you coming back for more.

      Abyssinia Ethiopian Restaurant, 5352 W. 38th St. | This spot was the “2021 Vegan Best of Indy Winner” at Indy VegFest. You can’t go wrong with a combination plate.
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      Fun fact: Eating local honey is not only a great way to support small businesses, but it may actually help you combat allergies. One of my favorite places to pick up local varieties is Smoking Goose.
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