Father’s Day Gift Guide: Presents for the father figure in your life
It’s almost time to shine the spotlight on Dad. Whether they were helping us with our sixth-grade homework or passing down life advice, our father figures influenced us in their own wonderful ways. So, how do we say thanks?
If you’re after something extra + a bit more personalized, we’ve unearthed a selection of gems to gift the father figure in your life. Bonus: Many of these gifts support small businesses.
This clean burning candle is the perfect addition to any room — and a great gift for Dad. The scent starts with a hint of citrus, moving into a more earthy scent with sage and lavender and rounding out with oakmoss and amber for depth.
Permanent Jewelry at Bella Rose | Friday, May 31 | 2-6 p.m. | Bella Rose Design, 1001 N. State Rd. 135, Greenwood | Cost of purchase | Choose your own chain + have it sized and secured in less than 15 minutes.
Saturday, June 1
Indy Urban Acres Native Plant Sale | Saturday, June 1-Sunday, June 2 | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | Indy Urban Acres at Common Ground, 9031 E. 16th St., Indianapolis | Cost of purchase | Shop 80+ common and rare varieties of Indiana plants and produce in support of Indy Urban Acres’ mission.
Woodruff Place Flea Market | Saturday, June 1-Sunday, June 2 | Times vary | Woodruff Place Historic Neighborhood, 735 Woodruff Place E. Dr., Indianapolis | Cost of purchase | Shop, stroll, and celebrate two days of treasure hunting with food, fun, and socializing.
2024 Earth Day Indiana Festival | Saturday, June 1 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Garfield Park, 2345 Pagoda Dr., Indianapolis | Free | Celebrate the Earth with 110 exhibitors, live music, food trucks, beer garden, speakers, and youth activities.
Sunday, June 2
Free Fishing Day | Sunday, June 2 | 10 a.m. | White River State Park, 801 W. Washington St., Indianapolis | Free | Get outside and see what you can catch — Indiana residents will not need a fishing license or a trout/salmon stamp to fish the state’s public waters today.
Remember the new south side boba spot that we told you about earlier this month? City Editor Nicole tried it last night and it’s currently under a “soft opening” Monday-Friday from 12 to 9 p.m. Tiger Sugar’s official grand opening is set for Saturday, June 15.
Cause
This summer you can practice yoga in the park in support of local animal rescue organizations. Classes will take place once a month from June to September in Opti Park at 780 E. 66th St. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 the day of. Get more info.
Show
Well, this might be “ProbleMATTic.” Comedian Matt Rife canceled his sold out shows at the IU Auditorium due to a “last-minute medical emergency.” He had rescheduled a Feb. 14 show in Bloomington due to scheduling problems. Tickets purchased via Ticketmaster or IU Auditorium will be refunded within 30 days. (WRTV)
Hoosier
A Hoosier school custodian is the latest star on “America’s Got Talent.” Richard Goodall took the stage during the premiere of the show’s 19th season Tuesday night, performing “Don’t Stop Believin’” by Journey. His performance has since gone viral. (WTHR)
Read
A book about the unsolved 2011 case of the disappearance of an IU student hit shelves Tuesday. The book, “College Girl Missing: The True Story of How a Young Woman Disappeared in Plain Sight”by author and journalist Shawn Cohen, includes details from private investigative files + new interviews. (WTHR)
Sports
The Pacers offseason is officially underway. What are the keys for the team to consider this summer + what do they need to think about with their own free agents/contract extensions? Locked On host Tony East breaks it all down.
Travel
You’re invited to Riverboat Theatre at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill. Catch this original play featuring the adventures of Tom, Huck + The Huckleberry Bluegrass Band on July 26-27 and August 2-3. Better yet? Make it a full adventure with an overnight stay, and head to the annual Craft Fair on August 3-4.*
Drink Up
Raise a glass, drop a deal. We’ll be toasting to Drink Up Week sponsored by Social Cantina and The Tap — a celebration of Indy’s vibrant beverage scene — from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26. If you own a local business that serves beverages, join us by offering a fun drink deal to our readers — we may include it in a newsletter.
Biz
There’s something in the water...
A few local businesses that could use a little extra love
The crash happened Wednesday afternoon while the restaurant was closed to the public. | Photo by Josh Blankenship/WTHR
From getting hit by cars to having patios wiped out, several local businesses are down bad right now. It’s great to support our local businesses all the time, but especially in times like this.
A couple weeks ago, a car crashed into Kan-Kan Cinema in Windsor Park, but thankfully no one was hurt. Film fans can continue to support them during the rebuild — everything is open for your movie-watching needs. See showings.
The bad driving didn’t stop there. On Wednesday afternoon, a car crashed into Revolucion in Fountain Square. The restaurant was closed at the time and no staff members were hurt. The business plans to rebuild and reopen. Follow along on Instagram for updates.
Yesterday, Soulshine in Broad Ripple got hit — but not by a car. When the team got to work in the morning, they found most of the patio stuff stolen or destroyed.
Soulshine is still open for its normal hours, so stop by and grab a bite — or support the rebuild of its patio and fairy garden via Venmo (@SoulshineIndy).
The Buy
Iced chai. Cool down in the summer heat this weekend with One Stripe Chai.
Believe it or not, I’ve actually never been to Revolucion or Soulshine — but now I know where to go next. It’s always so sad when you see small businesses dealing with senseless situations like this.
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