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Want to celebrate Thanksgiving without spending all day in the kitchen? Or don’t mind cooking, but want to add something new to your menu? Don’t quit Thanksgiving cold turkey — we’ve got you covered with local ingredients, carry-out meals, and in-person dining across the city.
Pots & Pans Pie Co. Choose from ready-to-eat sweet pies — like caramel pumpkin and sweet potato— and take-and-bake savory pot pies, including a Thanksgiving Dinner Pot Pie filled with turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, and cornbread stuffing.
This Thanksgiving take-and-bake pot pie has gone viral on both Instagram and TikTok.
Photo by Amelia Morris via Pots & Pans Pie Co.
Big Hoffa’s Bar-B-Que Get everything from the smoked turkey to baked beans + peach cobbler from Westfield’s favorite barbecue joint. Plan ahead: Orders are accepted through Thursday, Nov. 21.
Smoking Goose Meatery Level up your Thanksgiving spread with stuffed trillium brie en croûte, applewood bacon burnt ends with pumpkin glaze, and a host of other seasonal items, as well as every charcuterie board ingredient you can think of.
Tuttle Orchards Picking up a fresh, free range turkey here is a great excuse to also snag some frozen pies or fresh donuts, with exclusive new fall flavors released weekly.
Guy Holbert on Jazz Saxophone | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | IPL East Washington Branch | Free | Unwind after work with this soothing, mellow concert.
Animal Trivia | 5:45-8:30 p.m. | Metazoa Brewing Company | $5 | Gather your gaggle, herd, or pride for trivia night.
Wednesday, Nov. 13
Watercolor Anarchy Art Workshop | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Studio10 Indy | $15 | Embrace the meditative power of painting, let go of perfectionism, and rediscover the joy of expression — all materials provided.
Butler Theatre Presents “She Kills Monsters” | Wednesday, Nov. 13-Sunday, Nov. 17 | Times vary | Butler Arts & Events Center | $20 | Watch this drama-comedy play with a “Dungeons & Dragons” twist unfold.
Thursday, Nov. 14
Children’s Garden Tour | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Coxhall Gardens, Carmel | Free | A naturalist will share the inspiration behind this magical spot while your kids explore + play.
Friday, Nov. 15
Drive-In Movie | 7 p.m. | Brownsburg Lowe’s | Free | Cozy up in your DeLorean for a screening of “Back to the Future.”
Central Indiana is experiencing its third-warmest start to November in recorded history. Get the forecast for the rest of the month, with temps expected to stay above-average. (WTHR)
Announced
Upscale Mexican eatery Festiva announced its last day of business at 1217 E. 16th St. was this past Sunday. However, the fiesta isn’t over yet — the restaurant has been sold and plans to reopen in a new location in late 2025.
Closing
Windsor Jewelry, which has been in business in Indy since 1919 and currently operates at 16 N. Meridian St., will close its doors in January. The owner is retiring + liquidating all stock — but is open to selling the name to potential buyers. (IBJ)
Community
A new grocery store is rolling into the far east side — literally. The “Mobile Community Grocery Store,” created by Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, is located inside a trailer + will serve the community three days a week. (WTHR)
Biz
According to a new study by the IU Kelley School of Business, Indiana’s economy is expected to outperform the national economy in 2025. Research showed Indiana’s forecast correlated to new business sector growth + lower cost of living, and was not affected by political outcomes. (WISH)
Sports
Candidates for the NFL 2024 Fan of the Year have been announced, with Colts fanatic Seth Irskens among them. Cast your vote to help him win.
Listen
Speaking of the Colts, what went wrong against the Buffalo Bills? Seth could probably tell you, and so can Locked On hosts Jake Arthur and Zach Hicks.
Edu
Curious about what the University of Indianapolis’ top-ranked MBA program offers? That’s what we’re here for.*
Edu
Thinking about changing your child’s school? St. Richard’s Episcopal School is now accepting applications for students (age 3-Grade 8) for the 2025-2026 school year. Since 1960, St. Richard’s has provided a curriculum based in educational research + timeless values that meets the evolving needs of their students. Schedule a tour.*
Pets
Furniture gets scratched, shoes get chewed, toys go missing. These are regular occurrences in life with pets. But a $10,000 emergency surgery? That’s a whole other ball game. Fetch Pet Insurance could help you offset some of these nightmare scenarios by providing comprehensive coverage and up to 90% reimbursement.*
The Buy
The Buy
A one-year Costco membership — because for a limited time, you can get a $45 Digital Costco Shop Card when you sign up. Snag the deal and get ready to load up your cart with Kirkland’s finest.
