Pickleball | Tuesday, July 16-Tuesday, Sept. 24 | Times vary | Bicentennial Unity Plaza, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis | $10 | The courts at the plaza are open to pros and rookies alike to have fun, get active, and participate in some friendly competition.
Wednesday, July 17
Drag Bingo | Wednesday, July 17 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Metazoa Brewing Company, 140 S. College Ave., Indianapolis | Free | Enjoy craft beer while playing bingo, with six chances to win Metazoa prize packs.
Thursday, July 18
Tinker House Taco Takeover | Thursday, July 18 | 6-9 p.m. | Provider @ Tinker House, 1101 E. 16th St., Indianapolis | Cost of purchase | Enjoy a laid-back evening with delicious food, good company, and a welcoming atmosphere on a pet-friendly patio.
Friday, July 19
Puppy Picasso Summer Camp | Friday, July 19 | 1-2:30 p.m. | uPaint Pottery Studio, 3113 W. Smith Valley Rd., Ste. D, Greenwood | $32+ | Make a watercolor sketch of your favorite dog on a plaque.
Spiked Lemonade Stand | Friday, July 19 | 5-9 p.m. | Hotel Tango Distillery, 702 Virginia Ave., Indianapolis | Cost of purchase | Sip specialty cocktails and mocktails to support Coburn Place + kids’ back-to-school needs.
Saturday, July 20
Indy Eleven vs. Tampa Bay Rowdies | Saturday, July 20 | 7 p.m. | Carroll Stadium, 1001 W. New York St., Indianapolis | $10-$110 | Get ready to jingle all the way to cheer on the Boys in Blue during this Christmas in July-themed match.
Sunday, July 21
Brickyard 400 | Sunday, July 21 | 10 a.m. | Indianapolis Motor Speedway, 4790 W. 16th St., Indianapolis | $45-$60 | Don’t miss the excitement of the NASCAR Cup Series at the Racing Capital of the World.
If the idea of a walk with your dog in the park (local coffee in-hand) no longer sparks joy, keep reading. | Photo via Pexels
If the thought of grabbing a treat from Provider or taking a stroll in White River State Park still can’t get you out of bed, you might need some support.
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Rene’s Bakery announced on social media that it’s closed most likely indefinitely. His daughter Olivia shared that the family made the decision to close because Rene has brain cancer. She said the goal is for them to come back in the future.
Plan Ahead
The Fishers Event Center, which is expected to open in November, announced some of the first events it will host — including Turnpike Troubadours, Leanne Morgan, and All Elite Wrestling. See schedule and tickets. (WTHR)
Announced
Comedian Kevin Hart announced he’s bringing his “Acting My Age” stand-up comedy show to the Murat Theatre on Sunday, Nov. 17. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, July 19. (WRTV)
Edu
Marian University received a $29 million donation on behalf of the Tom & Julie Wood Family Foundation to support the College of Osteopathic Medicine. It’s the largest donation in the university’s history and will help establish endowed scholarships. (IBJ)
Legacy
Jim Morris, the Vice Chairman of Pacers Sports & Entertainment, died. The Pacers called him “one of the most influential and impactful leaders in state history.” During his time with the Pacers, he received the Sachem Award from Gov. Holcomb + the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award from President Obama. (WRTV)
Sports
The Pacers played their second 2024 summer league game on Sunday, and two second round picks stepped up — Johnny Furphy and Enrique Freeman. Locked On host Tony East breaks down how it all went.
Eat
From a Hall of Fame-inducted founder to a restaurant landing a spot on the list of the 50 Most Beautiful Restaurants in America, Clancy’s Hospitality is no stranger to a rich history. Let’s take a walk down memory lane, shall we, Indy?*
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Indianapolis plans to extend the Eagle Creek Trail to Washington Street. | Map provided by Indianapolis Department of Public Works
City leaders announced Eagle Creek Greenway Trail will be extended nearly five miles, and the project will happen in several parts.
The first part has already been designed. It will extend the trail from Crawfordsville Road to the B&O Trail, and then from the B&O Trail to Washington Street near Big Eagle Creek. The trail will end near the intersection of Washington Street and Rockville Road, near a planned IndyGo Blue Line stop.
The 4.7-mile extension includes asphalt and gravel trails, pedestrian bridges over creeks and streams, and benches throughout. Lighting will be installed at intersection crossings.
The last two extension phases are about halfway through the design process. The $10.7-million project is expected to begin construction in fall 2025 and be completed by fall 2026.
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We love trail news here at INDYtoday, especially when it’s in our neck of the woods. With the B&O Trail and the Indianapolis Cultural Trail expanding west, there’s going to be lots more connectivity in Indy.
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