06.03.2024

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🛹 In case you’re wheelie board

Kickflip the day away at these Indy skate parks

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Learn to shred like Casper Jones at Q Skatepark. | Video by @strangercasper

Hit the deck. If you’re looking for a social way to sweat your summer away while building a pretty sick skill set, we’ve put together a guide to the city’s most popular skate parks.

Willard Skatepark | 1901 E. Washington St.
This 13,000-sqft park that opened in 2022 is more than just a place to shred. It contains dedicated memorial moments to honor the city, the history of the park, and a few fellow skateboarders. These include granite seating repurposed from the iconic city government building ledges, and a flat rail that says “Indianapolis” in ASL to honor the history of Willard Park as the first school for the deaf in the city.

INDYtoday: INDY_Q Skatepark grafitti_MAY24 — At Q Skatepark, you’ll be surrounded by local art as you skate, like this piece by Suede.
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Photo by @suede.world

Q Skatepark | 1727 Stout Field E. Dr.
This indoor park is open to skateboards, scooters, in-line skates, and quad skates alike. It also offers lessons. If you plan on frequenting the park, you might want to invest in a punch card; you can buy 10 sessions for $70 or 25 sessions for $150.

Forest Park Skatepark | 701 Cicero Rd.
This sunny skate area is nestled in the middle of a massive park in Noblesville. Once you’re done skating, dozens of other recreational activities lie just steps away — including a mini golf course, an aquatic center, and the Nickel Plate railbikes.

INDYtoday: INDY_Forest Park skatepark Noblesville_MAY24 — The Forest Park skatepark is known for being clean, well-maintained, and a fun challenge for skaters of all levels.
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Photo by INDYtoday team

Monon Greenway Skatepark | 1235 Central Park Dr. E.
This beginner-friendly skate park is located outside the Monon Community Center in Carmel. Unlike the rest of the center’s facilities, it’s open to the public and doesn’t require a membership.

Northeast Skatepark | 100 Crestview Dr.
In 2021, Greenwood replaced its 25-year-old skate park with a custom creation from Hunger Skateparks, which is owned by Kokomo and Bloomington natives. The park pays tribute to the city’s name with green features throughout its 8,500-sqft footprint.

Asked

Would you ever try skateboarding?

A. No way, I’m too scared
B. I’d give it a roll (with lots of protection)
C. I’m answering this while doing a kickflip

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Events

Monday, June 3

Recycling Relay Race | Monday, June 3 | 2-3 p.m. | Elm Street Green, 165 N. Elm St., Zionsville | Free | Kids can learn the rules of recycling to help make Earth a better place.

Tuesday, June 4

Stevie Nicks | Tuesday, June 4 | 7 p.m. | Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis | $60+ | Rock along to the Fleetwood Mac frontwoman’s greatest hits.

Wednesday, June 5

Canal Nights: Summer Celebration | Wednesday, June 5 | 5-7 p.m. | Indiana State Museum, 650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis | Free | Start off the summer with an evening of games + programming for the whole family.

Thursday, June 6

Summer Solstice Yoga Series | Thursday, June 6-Thursday, Aug. 15 | 5 p.m. | The Alexander, 333 S. Delaware St., Indianapolis | Free | Let go of the day’s tensions with this free outdoor yoga class every Thursday.
Reality Gays Live Podcast | Thursday, June 6 | 6 p.m. | The Vogue Theatre, 6259 N. College Ave., Indianapolis | $30-$38 | Join the audience at this live podcast recapping reality dating shows.
Nourishing Well: Black Women and the Poetics of Sacred Space | Thursday, June 6 | 6-9 p.m. | Madam Walker Legacy Center, 617 Indiana Ave., Indianapolis | Free | Get inspired at this multimedia art exhibition + poetry reading.

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The Alexander’s lineup of free summer events features everything from live music to relaxing yoga sessions. | Photos provided by The Alexander; GIF by INDYtoday

Your summer social calendar is heating up, Indy. Here are the three events happening at The Alexander that we’re adding to our calendar — and so should you.

⭐ Concert Under the Stars series

Set against the backdrop of the city’s skyline, immerse yourself in an enchanting evening of live performances beneath the twinkling stars. From jazz to pop, this year’s lineup promises to captivate audiences of all tastes. See the full schedule.

🧘 Summer Solstice Yoga series

Need a moment to re-center? Experience the bliss of complimentary yoga every Thursday, set amidst the scenic beauty of The Alexander’s outdoor plaza. Let go of the day’s tensions as a skilled instructor guides you through tranquil poses. Sessions are free but you must register to attend.

🥂 Bubbles and Beats

Unwind on the first Friday of each month during a laid-back evening where Plat 99 seamlessly blends soothing rhythms with a selection of refreshing bubbles. RSVP to secure your spot.

Pro tip: You don’t have to be a guest at The Alexander to attend one of these events — all Hoosiers are welcome.

Plan your visit to The Alexander

News Notes

Traffic

When one road closes, another one opens. Work has begun on a new $1.3 million roundabout project at the intersection of East 79th Street and Dean Road. However, the 90-day closure of Allisonville at 146th Street is almost at an end, with the area scheduled to reopen Sunday, June 9 at 6 p.m. (WTHR)

Announced

The second central Indiana location of pickleball chain The Picklr has been announced. The 57,000-sqft facility is under construction at 9847 Cumberland Point Blvd. in Noblesville and will open in the fall — hot on the heels of another location at 3810 E. 82nd St. in Indianapolis, which opens in August. (WTHR)

Travel

Frequent fliers, take note: Rates for certain types of parking at IND were raised on Saturday. Valet parking increased from $27 to $32 per day, and daily parking in the terminal garage increased from $20 to $23 per day. (WTHR)

Closed

Selfie WRLD Indy closed its doors for the last time yesterday. Keep an eye on its Instagram for details on its inventory sale if you want to take home your own memento (adds giant lips couch to cart).

Active

Sign-ups for the 12th annual Colts 5K event, taking place on Saturday, Aug. 17, are now open. Registration is $35 until Wednesday, June 19, and participants will receive a T-shirt, medal, and choice to opt in for a ticket to the preseason game later that evening. (WTHR)

Edu

Ever wondered what the most common degrees held by Indy residents are? It’s a landslide — business majors make up more of the city’s population than the next three most common degrees combined. (WISH/Stacker)

Sports

Going into his sophomore season for Indiana basketball, is Mackenzie Mgbako ready to take his game to the next level? Locked On Hoosiers host Jacob Goins gives his take.

Open

❓ What do chicken, cider, and Larry Bird have in common?

A big weekend of businesses opening around Indy

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Chucky-D is owned by three partners who also manage Japanese hibachi, ramen, and sushi restaurants in central Indiana. | Photo by @chuckydusa

Answer: They all featured in grand openings around Indy over the weekend. Here are the new experiences you can add to your summer to-do list:

Chucky-D opened on Saturday in the former Punch Burger space at 139 E. Ohio St. The restaurant serves chicken wings, skewers, tenders, and sandwiches with Asian-inspired flavors. Another location is planned to open in Noblesville this summer.
A new cidery opened on Friday in Westfield. Urban Apples, located at 18326 Spring Mill Rd., is open daily and serves nine unique ciders + German-inspired food.
Okay, this one’s a bit of a drive, but we know how dedicated Indiana basketball fans are. A new museum opened inside the Terre Haute Convention Center on Friday that commemorates basketball legend Larry Bird. “My journey started over 40 years ago. And... never really felt I went alone because of fans like you,” Bird said. Admission is free, but reservations are required.

The Buy

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Summer slides for Father’s Day. The OOFOS slides are easy to slip on and engineered to reduce stress on feet, joints, and back, so they’re perfect for Dad. Bonus: Grab a pair for yourself.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Shea

From the editor

Okay, you caught me: A California native looking for places to skate around my adopted home. I was never much better than riding in a straight, slow line, so you might not catch me at the skatepark — but I’ve enjoyed skating down the wide walkaways bordering the canal downtown.

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