Warmer weather is on its way — it’s time to enjoy the fresh air and prep for spring + summer gatherings, both indoor and outdoor. | Photos provided by Wayfair
Recently moved or using spring cleaning as an excuse to finally finish off that one room you just haven’t gotten around to? If either of these are you, or you’ve just had your eye on a big piece of furniture or new kitchen appliance for a while, your time has come.
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The deets on discounts
Shopping for a specific category? With savings ranging, here’s a breakdown of some of the discounted categories we’re pulling from to spruce up our space:
A. Outdoor furniture B. Kitchen products and appliances (think: Le Creuset, Cuisinart, and KitchenAid) C. Table + drinkware for entertaining D. Home décor
“Charlotte’s Web” | Monday, May 6 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Clowes Memorial Hall, 4602 Sunset Ave., Indianapolis | $16 | Kids will love this creative spin on a classic tale of selfless love and the true meaning of friendship.
Tuesday, May 7
Booth Tarkington’s Indianapolis | Tuesday, May 7 | 6-7 p.m. | Indiana Landmarks, 1201 Central Ave., Indianapolis | $0-$5 | This illustrated talk explores Indianapolis’ transformation in the 1920s from a neighborly town to an industrial metropolis.
Wednesday, May 8
Freeform Concert Series | Wednesday, May 8 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael, 1 Carmichael Square, Carmel | $25+ | Enjoy the musical storytellings of Indianapolis musicians.
Thursday, May 9
Vermicomposting Garden Workshop | Thursday, May 9 | 12-1 p.m. | Indianapolis Public Library Garfield Park Branch, 2502 Shelby St., Indianapolis | Free | Learn about how to take your table scraps and turn them into food for your plants.
Circle City Fellows 5th Anniversary Celebration | Thursday, May 9 | 7-9 p.m. | Harrison Center, 1505 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis | Free | Celebrate five years of good work in Indy with hors d’oeuvres, drinks, art, and storytelling.
Friday, May 10
Daredevil Indy Lager Fest 2024 | Friday, May 10 | 5:30-10 p.m. | Daredevil Brewing Co., 1151 N. Main St., Speedway | $25-$30 | Cheers to the arrival of summer + race season with food trucks, live music, and lagers at this all-ages event.
South Pacific: In Concert | Friday, May 10-Saturday, May 11 | 8 p.m. | Hilbert Circle Theatre, 45 Monument Circle, Indianapolis | Don’t miss this captivating performance of the beloved 10-time Tony Award-winning musical presented by the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and Indianapolis Men’s Chorus.*
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After 100 years in business, Sam Ash Music announced it’s closing all locations, including the store at 8284 Center Run Dr. in Castleton. An exact closing date has not been announced, but customers are encouraged to stop by for deals on musical instruments and pro sound equipment. (IBJ)
Eat
Four months after closing its location on Meridian Street, Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux opens today at 11655 Fishers Corner Blvd. The menu focuses on Cajun-inspired sports bar food. (IndyStar)
Sports
We’re going to have to wait a little longer to see the Fever in action in Indy. Due to the Pacers advancing in the NBA playoffs, the Fever’s lone preseason home game has been rescheduled to Thursday, May 9 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. (WTHR)
Shop
The Woodruff Place Flea Market is returning with 80 acres of bargains, food, and entertainment on Saturday, June 1 and Sunday, June 2. A percentage of sales supports neighborhood infrastructure projects including historic fountains, streetlights, and statues.
Outdoors
On Sunday, May 12, we’ll be gone fishin’. It’s the first of four Free Fishing Days in Indiana in 2024, which allow Hoosiers to cast a line in public waters without needing a fishing license. Parks all over the state will be hosting special events to celebrate the occasion. (WISH)
Featured
Yelp released its 2024 list of Top 100 Local Businesses and two Indy businesses were featured: Invoke Yoga & Pilates Studio and Boomerang Boutique. Show them some love and shop local to wrap up Small Business Week.
Sports
The NBA semifinals kick off tonight with the Pacers vs. the Knicks. Get a preview comparison of the teams’ styles, strategies, and more with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcast.
Part of the Bottleworks District expansion includes this five-story flatiron building. | Photo by @macademicmedia
The temps aren’t the only things rising around Indy. A handful of major construction projects we’ve been watching for years have sprung up quickly and are making huge springtime progress. Here’s what to keep an eye out for.
Bottleworks District phase two: Tenant buildout on the upper floors is likely completed, with tenants yet to be announced. The grand opening is still expected in 2024. If you want to take your own peek at the progress, the upcoming Bottleworks Market on Saturday, May 18 is a great excuse to stop by.
16 Tech Bridge: This bridge, the first of its kind in Marion County to give majority share to non-vehicles, saw the recent addition of its signature waves. The structure is expected to open to traffic this summer.
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Last week, I took a quick trip out of town with my baby, and in spite of all my fears she did so well on her first flight. It helps that I boarded the plane fully prepared for a restful trip, thanks to this list of in-flight essentials. I’ve sworn by the trtl pillow for years and will never go back to a traditional neck pillow.
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