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• Indiana Black & Minority Health Fair | Friday, June 28 | 1-7 p.m. | Indiana Convention Center, Halls J and K, 100 S. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis | Free | Around 80 vendors will provide information, education, screenings, and health services for adults and youth.

• A Summer Bake Sale | Saturday, June 29 | 12-2 p.m. | 4 Birds Bakery, 607 Fulton St., Indianapolis | Cost of purchase | Enjoy delicious pastries from five talented Indianapolis bakers.
• 5K Beer Run | Saturday, June 29 | Centerpoint Brewing Company, 1125 E. Brookside Ave., Indianapolis | $35-$50 | Run, walk, or jog a 5K course, then celebrate at the finish line with Centerpoint Brewing.

• Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration | Sunday, June 30 | Time varies by event | Locations vary | Tickets vary | Take part in one of the largest African American cultural events in the country.

• Community Yoga & Meditation | Monday, July 1 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Eagle Branch, 3905 Moller Rd., Indianapolis | Free | Enjoy beginner-friendly, feel-good movement, breathing, and meditation practice in the spacious community room.

• The Pacers didn’t have a first-round pick on Wednesday, but they made up for it on Day 2 with multiple picks and a trade. Check out WTHR’s complete draft coverage. (WTHR)

• Did you know you shouldn’t be putting electronics in your regular trash because of the heavy metals they contain? This Saturday, June 29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., there will be a free recycling event at Krannert Park to safely dispose of items. (WTHR)

• The Indiana State Fair has unveiled its final set of shows for the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage running Friday, Aug. 2-Sunday, Aug. 18. The acts include Buddy Guy, Lita Ford, and ’84 - Van Halen Tribute. Discount fair tickets are on sale now.

• The Colts announced the 2024 season training camp schedule, which kicks off on Thursday, July 25. It includes 12 open practices for fans to experience with theme days, the return of Colts City, and joint practices with the Arizona Cardinals. You must claim tickets in advance. (WTHR)

• The Indianapolis Zoo posted a special announcement on social media this week. Walruses are returning to the zoo on Monday, July 1.

• The Hoosiers’ Kel’el Ware is heading to the NBA. He was selected by the Miami Heat with the 15th pick in Wednesday’s NBA draft. The 7-footer started in all 30 games for IU last season, averaging 15.9 points + 9.9 rebounds per game. (WTHR)

• $400 million. That’s how much the 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend generated in economic value for Indy, according to a league study — which is a nearly 26% increase from the projected $320 million at the start of the event. The city and Pacers Sports & Entertainment spent about $13 million to host All-Star Weekend. (IBJ)

• The Pacers didn’t trade into the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft. Could they have? Locked On host Tony East breaks it all down before looking at other important transactions and Obi Toppin getting a qualifying offer from the Pacers.

• Did you know you could finance your fixer-upper with home equity? You could get up to $50K with a HELOC — calculate your payment.*

• Looking to dine out this weekend? According to OpenTable, top-loved restaurants this month include 9th Street Bistro for food and Tipsy Mermaid Conch House & Cocktails for ambience.*

• The Oakmont | Monday-Friday | 3-6 p.m. | $1 off all drafts, $7 Prosecco, and new cocktails + food specials
• Vicino | Monday-Friday | 3-6 p.m. | $8 Prosecco and Prosecco Rosé, $9 wine, and new Happy Hour only cocktails + food
• The HC Tavern + Kitchen | Monday-Thursday | 2-5 p.m. | $3 oysters, $5 off select appetizers, $5 off all wines by the glass, $3 off all draft beers, and more