April 23, 2024

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🏀 Where to ball around the Circle City

City Editor Nicole has practiced at this court a few times. | Photo by INDYtoday team

From hosting the NBA All-Star Game to the Pacers playing in round one of the Playoffs to Caitlin Clark being the Fever’s No. 1 draft pick — there’s a lot of basketball excitement in Indy this year.

Maybe all of this excitement has inspired you to step onto the court yourself. I know that’s been the case for me, City Editor Nicole.

But if you’ve been trying to run some plays and practice your jump shot, it may be challenging to find somewhere to shoot some hoops. Lucky for you, I’ve put together a list of some courts to drop in and play.

Indoor courts

Garfield Park Burrello Family Center | 2345 Pagoda Dr. | This full court can be split into two with six hoops total. You can also check the schedule on the facility’s Facebook page. Drop-in fee for adults (18+) is $3. 17 and under play for free.

Indianapolis Healthplex | 3660 Guion Rd., Ste. 120 | This facility has everything you could ask for — including a full basketball court. It offers open play but you must register for each open play session the day of, before noon. Members play for free and non-members pay a $10 fee.

There are basketball goals spread out at parks around Indianapolis that have the Pacers and Fever logo.

Photo by INDYtoday team

Outdoor courts

We love practicing on an outdoor court because for one, it’s free, and two, it’s a great way to enjoy the weather — if the weather is nice. You have to be willing to share, too. Be aware of your surroundings and don’t stay out after dusk.

Garfield Park | 2345 Pagoda Dr. | Outside of the Burrello Family Center, there’s one outdoor full court (two hoops).

Fall Creek & 30th Park | 2900 Fall Creek Blvd. | This quaint park has two full courts (four hoops) that got a facelift in 2023 with fresh surfacing and new goals.

Got a go-to court that isn’t on our list? Let us pick up what you’re putting down.

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Events

Tuesday, April 23

The Indy Cinema Series | Tuesday, April 23 | 6:15-8 p.m. | Central Library, 40 E. Saint Clair St., Indianapolis | Free | Adults 17+ are invited to view a selection of contemporary and classic cinema each month.
Spring Wine Collective: Roots, Leaves, and Legumes | Tuesday, April 23-Wednesday, April 24 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Newfields, 4000 N. Michigan Rd., Indianapolis | $125-$135 | Celebrate spring with your favorite seasonal veggies in a five-course vegetarian dinner curated by Executive Chef Patrick Russ.

Wednesday, April 24

Indy Hambone’s Trivia | Wednesday, April 24 | 7 p.m. | Sun King Brewery, 135 N. College Ave., Indianapolis | Free | Test your knowledge on a variety of topics from sports, music, science, geography, television, nature, and movies for all ages.

Thursday, April 25

LEGO Club | Thursday, April 25 | 6 p.m. | Speedway Public Library, 5633 W. 25th St., Speedway | Free | Join a LEGO “block party” at the library — bricks will be provided, all you need to bring is your imagination.

Friday, April 26

The Tortured Poets Dance Party: A Taylor Swift Night | Friday, April 26 | 8 p.m. | The Vogue Theatre, 6259 N. College Ave., Indianapolis | $10-$25 | All’s fair in love and dance parties — there will be DJs, photo activations, giveaways, and music from all of Taylor’s albums.

Saturday, April 27

Love Your Neighbor 5K Run/Walk | Saturday, April 27 | 7:30 a.m. | White River State Park, 801 W. Washington St., Indianapolis | $19-$25 | Get some fresh air, exercise, and support your neighbors — plus enjoy the beer (or root beer) garden, lawn games, photo backdrops, prizes, and costume contest.
Saraga International Food Festival | Saturday, April 27-Sunday, April 28 | 12-8 p.m. | Saraga International Grocery - Castleton parking lot, 8448 Center Run Dr., Indianapolis | Free | Enjoy diverse flavor experiences from all around the world with international food vendors, a beer and wine garden, live music + entertainment, exhibits, and family activities.

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News Notes

Opening

Creative community, get excited. Griffy’s Art Supply is opening up shop at The Stutz near Amelia’s and Turners starting this week. Its hours are Tuesday to Saturday from 12 to 6 p.m. It will offer top art supply brands and items including pens, pencils, and pads.

Closing

Blupoint Oyster House announced on social media that it’s made the decision not to renew its lease at the end of the month. This will be its last week open at 5858 N. College Ave. Follow along on social media for updates.

Watch

Excited to watch Indiana Fever games this season? WTHR will be the local TV home of the Fever. The broadcast schedule will include 17 Fever games, including the home opener on Thursday, May 16. Ten of the games will be shown for free over the air on WTHR and seven of the games will be on WALV. (WTHR)

Announced

One of the world’s most famous cartoon dogs is coming to Indy. “Bluey’s Big Play” announced it’s coming to the Murat Theatre at the Old National Centre for five total shows on June 1-2. Tickets for the shows are on sale now. (WTHR)

Plan Ahead

Early access tickets are now available for the third annual Juneteenth Foodways Festival at the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site. The event will take place Friday, June 14 from 4:30 to 8 p.m. featuring 35 of central Indiana’s Black-owned restaurants, caterers, and vendors. Early access is $20 and general admission is free.

Feel Good

Colts players are joining volunteers this week to help out with landscaping in downtown Indianapolis. The team announced it will be planting a tree along Fall Creek Parkway for every touchdown scored in the 2023-2024 NFL season as a part of the “Touchdown for Trees” program. (WTHR)

Asked

Welcome to INDYtoday’s Tortured Poets Department. We have to admit, we’re down bad for the poems submitted in our 2024 Poetry Contest. It’s been over a fortnight since we announced the competition, and we’ve narrowed it down to our top four finalists. Give them a read, then choose which one you think should win.

Sports

The Indiana Pacers were down by as much as 30 in the first half of an embarrassing loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. What went wrong for the Pacers in Game 1 of their first-round series? Host Tony East breaks it all down with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

Jobs

Indy Parks and Recreation, aka the department behind many of Indy’s summer activities, is on the hunt for workers to fill various part-time roles, including lifeguards, camp counselors, cashiers, and more. See how to receive a $250 sign-on bonus and apply (hint: the bonus deadline is right around the corner).*

Community

Pacers Bikeshare is on a roll

Pacers Bikeshare e-bike parked at Bicentennial Unity Plaza in front of electronic sculpture

Since 2014, the Pacers Bikeshare program has offset 1,801,845 pounds of carbon emissions. | Photo by @indyculturaltrail

Earth Day marked the 10th anniversary of Pacers Bikeshare. On April 22, 2014, the Indianapolis Cultural Trail launched Pacers Bikeshare with 250 bikes and 25 stations along the trail.

Currently, Pacers Bikeshare comprises of 50 stations from Garfield Park to Broad Ripple. On Thursday, May 9, it will add 350 e-bikes to the mix.

If you’ve never used this bikeshare service, maybe this is your sign. Pacers Bikeshare is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year + bikes are available at any of the 50 stations through the BCycle mobile app. Pass options include “Pay as You Ride” and annual passes.

By the numbers (since 2014):

Total bikeshare trips: 705,127
Minutes ridden on bikeshare: 19,650,894
Miles ridden on bikeshare: 1,900,985
Carbon offset from bikeshare: 1,801,845 pounds
Calories burned by riding bikeshare: 75,596,376

The Buy

The Maizie Clarke Collection. If you’re looking for ways to prepare for the Kentucky Derby, this brand has the sweetest derby-inspired products.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Nicole

From the editor

For a state that loves basketball, you wouldn’t think it would be so hard to find a place to play, but especially for women — our options are limited. If you want to play casually and meet other women that enjoy basketball, get connected with Indy Women Hoop. I found them on Instagram and joining that community has been so fun. Maybe I’ll see you at the next pickup game.

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