Warm wishes, Indianapolis. We are taking a pause on newsletters to spend time with our loved ones. We’ll see you back in your inboxes at 6 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025.
🎁 To Indy, with love
With a view of the Indy skyline and cherry blossom trees lining the path, this could be a perfect place to propose. | Photo by INDYtoday team
For us? You shouldn’t have. We think living in Indy is the greatest gift of all, but it’s actually been on the receiving end of quite a few delightful donations. Check out these generous gifts given to the city.
Japanese Cherry Blossom trees | In 2012, the Circle City received 52 of these beautiful trees from Japan to honor the 100-year anniversary of when Japan gifted ~3,000 trees to Washington, DC. Members of the Japan-America Society of Indiana planted the trees in White River State Park. The stunning trees bloom every year, lasting one to two weeks. Our trees typically bloom in late March or early April.
Merci Train | After World War II, families across the US (including in Indy, South Bend, and Fort Wayne) donated food, clothing, and other items to families in France. Soon after, the French repaid the favor by sending gifts to the US. Indiana received the bugle that sounded the end of World War I, now is on display at the Indiana War Memorial. The Circle City also got the last flag flying in Le Havre after its destruction. The boxcar itself sits at the Allen County-Fort Wayne Historical Society.
These extraordinary gifts not only add character and value to our city but also show how generosity can have a lasting impact.
Did we miss something from your holiday list? Drop us a line and let us know what Indy gift you love the most.
Asked
What’s the best gift to give from Indianapolis?
A. A jar of St. Elmo’s cocktail sauce B. A signed Caitlin Clark jersey C. Laps around Indianapolis Motor Speedway D. An Indy Attraction Pass
Join Nitro and cheer on the Fuel at Glow Night — an exhilarating way to kick off 2025. | Photos courtesy of Indy Fuel
Get ready to see the Indy Fuel light up the ice at Glow Night.
Catch the Fuel take on the Kalamazoo Wings on Friday, Jan. 3 at 7 p.m., featuring glow-in-the-dark jerseys and glow-in-the-dark paint decorating the ice.
Snag your own glow jersey at the merch store, or grab a game-worn jersey in the post-game auction. Hint: Tickets are the perfect last-minute gift for the hockey fan in your life (or yourself).
You’re invited to welcome in 2025 at Midnight, the surrealist soiree of the season, in the heart of Newfields. The second annual New Year’s Eve party (themed “Melt into the Moment”) is back with a twisted take on an evening of glitz, glamour, live music, and high spirits — grab tickets.*
Seasonal
You’ve made your list and checked it twice — now it’s time to enjoy your favorite holiday activities. The best way to celebrate the season? Grab tickets to The Ice at Carter Green in Carmel, sponsored by Allied Solutions. Psst… This family-friendly destination is just ~30 minutes from downtown Indy.*
Holiday
It’s the most wonderful time of the year — for holiday safety, that is. From overhead power lines to damaged light strands and overloaded electrical circuits, keep your spirits merry and bright all season long with these 10 holiday safety tips from AES Indiana.*
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Last-minute gift hack: Go digital with a three, six, or 12-month Audible membership so they can listen to all their favorite genres + authors.*
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That Escalated Quickly, a party game for friends and family who love quirky, interactive games. Work together to sort answers to a prompt from least to most intense — get it right, and everyone wins.
Hey there readers! I’m Josh, one of the managers here at 6AM City. Don’t forget to do something nice for yourself this week. Could be a quick stretch, could be your favorite beverage (mine is an iced coffee, no matter the temperature). We’re our best selves when we treat ourselves best, after all.
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