Plus, whoa, Keanu + new townhomes in Greenwood.
 
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Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale is an annual fall event. | Gif by 6AM City
It’s time for Amazon’s highly anticipated October sale — just in time for festive season.

Prime Big Deal Days is live today and tomorrow, with discounts on big-ticket items and everyday essentials alike. Here’s what we’re shopping to get ready for cozy fall evenings and festive gatherings.

For a gathering-ready home

Shark Wet Dry Vacuum Mop, $299.99 $199.99 | This all-in-one cordless vacuum can clean up dirt + debris, spills, and everything in between.

Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights, $299.99 $239.99 | Be the coolest house in the neighborhood with year-round outdoor lights that have 75 display options.

DeWALT Cordless Drill Kit, $179 $99 | An equipment upgrade = more DIY projects done before the holidays.

Artificial Snowy 6.5-Foot Christmas Tree, $299.99 $219.99 | It’s never too early to plan for the holidays — especially with a deal as good as this.

For getting warm and cozy

Soft Knit Oversized Cardigan, $58.99 $28.49 | Elevate your work-from-home look while staying comfy.

Men’s Soft Flannel, $34.99 $29.74 | This 100% soft cotton shirt is ideal for both layered and standalone wear.

Women’s Half Zip Fleece Pullover, $52.99 $25.99 | Don’t miss the chance to get this Amazon bestseller at its lowest price so far this year.

To get a jumpstart on holiday gifts

Home Golf Simulator, $249 174.30 | The ultimate gift for golfers — they can practice their swing + play with family and friends.

Emeril Lagasse French door air fryer + toaster oven, $189.99 $149.99 | With 10 functions — including baking, air frying, and dehydrating — this is the ultimate foodie gift.

Wall Mounted Jewelry Organizer and Mirror, $149.99 $113.99 | A sleek mirror with plenty of jewelry + beauty storage hidden inside.

Luxury Towel Warmer, $150.99 $89.99 | There’s no cozier gift than warm towels all winter long.
 
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Events
Tuesday, Oct. 8
  • Tuesday Trivia with QuiZZler Trivia | Tuesday, Oct. 8 | 7-9 p.m. | Mashcraft on Delaware | Cost of purchase | Compete in team trivia for a chance to win prizes, including a half-time growler round.
Wednesday, Oct. 9
  • Speedway Cruise In Nights | Wednesday, Oct. 9 | 6-9 p.m. | Daredevil Brewing Co. | Cost of purchase | Join this monthly cruise-in for car camaraderie, food, hot rods, and more.
Thursday, Oct. 10
  • Heartland International Film Festival | Thursday, Oct. 10-Sunday, Oct. 20 | Times vary | Multiple locations | $12+ | Expand your universe with 120+ stellar independent films including 25 world + US premieres, 10 Indiana Spotlight films, and 20 special presentations from major studios.
Friday, Oct. 11
  • Mobsters, Molls + Murder | Friday, Oct. 11-Sunday, Oct. 27 | Times vary | Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site | $23+ | Work in teams of 10 to interrogate suspects and gather clues throughout the mansion to solve the murder mystery.
Sunday, Oct. 13
  • “Pretty Little Liars” Marathon | Sunday, Oct. 13 | 1-5 p.m. | Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Library, Zionsville | Free | Prepare for a binge-worthy day filled with twists, turns, and secrets.
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News Notes
Coming Soon
  • Something new is shakin’ at the former site of Thunderbird in Fountain Square. Magdalena — a cocktail bar + restaurant with “a bit of a New Orleans flair” — will open on Saturday, Nov. 23, at 1127 Shelby St. We’ll toast to that.
Development
  • An $83 million mixed-use project in Greenwood featuring apartments, retail, and parking between Madison + Main streets unveiled its final component: A townhome development featuring 18 units. The two and three bedroom townhomes are on the market starting at $399,000. The project’s other 329 apartments are open and 80% leased. (IndyStar)
Trending
  • Whoa. Hollywood superstar Keanu Reeves sure made his mark at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Saturday. While making his pro auto racing debut, the “Speed” actor spun into the grass on the exit of Turn 9. Reeves was not hurt, kept driving, and ultimately finished in 25th place. (AP News)
Read
  • Life is like a box of chocolates. Oscar winner Tom Hanks was recently spotted at Dream Palace Books & Coffee, where he smiled for a photo outside the shop. This has us hankering for our next good read — we’ll turn to books by local authors for inspiration.
Announced
  • Funnyman Tom Segura will bring his global stand-up comedy tour to the new Fishers Event Center on Feb. 28, 2025. Presale tickets will be available starting tomorrow at 10 a.m. using the code TOMMY; general ticket sales begin Friday, Oct. 11 at 10 a.m.
Cause
  • The Salvation Army of Central Indiana is accepting donations of winter coats, gloves, hats, and scarves through Saturday, Oct. 19 for its Coats for Kids program. Donations can be dropped off at collection boxes in front of any Classic Cleaners location. (WTHR)
Watch
  • Welcome to Flavortown. His Place Eatery will be featured on an episode of Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.” Catch the local spot with locations in the Northside + Eastside on TV this Friday, Oct. 11, at 9 p.m.
Try This
  • IU Health Foundation is hosting a sweepstakes for four pairs of tickets to Taylor Swift’s upcoming “Eras Tour” at Lucas Oil Stadium. Anyone who donates $100+ to the Women’s Health Initiative before midnight on Sunday, Oct. 13 earns an entry into the drawing; you can enter up to five times.
Sports
  • Indiana football is unstoppable right now — taking names and making history. Go beyond the scoreboard for the biggest stories on the Indiana Hoosiers with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Finance
  • Credit cards that can help you get out of debt sound as wacky as pumpkin spice deodorant (yes, it’s real). But the concept is legit: Find a card with “0% intro APR” for balance transfers. Here are hands down some of the best offering no interest until 2026.*
Edu
  • Interested in working with a local tutor — or taking lessons virtually? Wyzant’s vetted instructors can help with 300+ topics, from core subjects to musical skills. The best part? It’s pay-as-you-go and starts as low as $10/session. (Psst... special offer this way.)*
 
Eat

💭 Food for thought

Come on, dish: Which Indianapolis restaurants do you miss the most?
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The smashburgers from Apocalypse Burger were next level. | Photo by INDYtoday team
We have some amazing restaurants in our city, and we love highlighting new culinary gems at INDYtoday. But there have also been so many great local restaurants that have closed over the years (Apocalypse Burger, we miss you) — and sometimes, we get a little hankering for a meal from a place that no longer exists. Sigh.

This got us thinking about the local restaurants from yesteryear that make our readers feel that same nostalgia — the spots that would be your go-to choices for dining out if they were still around.

Personally, if we had a time machine, we’d head straight to Three Carrots in Fountain Square for those incredible vegan sandwiches and never look back.

OK, your turn. Which Indy restaurant or meal would you give anything to eat one more time? Let us know and we may feature you in an upcoming newsletter.
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The Buy
 
Choose your must-have Halloween item, both on sale for Prime Big Deal Days: these party-ready pumpkin + ghost lidded glass cups (now 20% off), or this no-effort skeleton onesie costume (now 38% off).
 
 
The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Monica
From the editor
Hi Indy — Monica here, filling in for Nicole this week. I’ve been in a musical mood lately and fortunately, Indy has a great music venue scene. A couple of shows on my radar: P!NK’s “Summer Carnival 2024” is coming to Lucas Oil Stadium this Saturday, Oct. 12 (her live shows are amazing), and Blues Traveler is headlining Old National Center on Thursday, Oct. 24.
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