Clover blooms in the fields, spring breaks loose, the time is near. | Photo by @thelovelylang
SOS: Valentine’s Day is this Friday, Feb. 14. If you haven’t scored the perfect gift for your loved one yet, why not try a local membership or subscription? Here are a handful you can lock down in minutes.
Ash & Elm Cider Club | $25 monthly or $50 quarterly
Choose from a monthly or quarterly option to enjoy seasonal ciders, with flexibility to add or change flavors. In case your relationship goes sour apples, you can cancel at any time.
Fishers Flower Farm | $78-$396 What’s better than one bouquet from the grocery store? Fresh weekly or biweekly arrangements delivered from a local flower farm.
Your valentine will love hanging out with the resident cats whenever they please — just keep in mind the possibility that they might bring one (or two) home.
Pawz Pet Cafe | $19-$60 monthly
Give the gift of unlimited cat cuddles. Perks include a gift card upon sign-up, a $1 for one drink per day deal, and no contract.
Turn The Page Westfield | $45-60 per box, one-time or quarterly
Readers both big and small will love this gift: A box of two new books. The adult box includes a candle, while the youth box includes a bookmark + an old-fashioned candy.
Healing Through Nature for Kids | 1:30-2:30 p.m. | IPL Irvington Branch | Free, RSVP | Kids can enjoy a bilingual reading of “Thank You, Earth” followed by time to draw + write about caring for the environment.
Bourbon and Chocolate Tasting | 6:30-8 p.m. | Ale Emporium | $80 | Treat yourself to an evening of fine bourbons and decadent chocolates.
Monster Monster | 8-10 p.m. | White Rabbit Cabaret | $15+ | Laugh, boo, and cheer during this interactive live game of Dungeons & Dragons played by professional comedians.
Indy Ignite vs. San Diego Mojo | Thursday, Feb. 13 | 7 p.m. | Fishers Event Center | $30+ | Cheer on the team as they seek to steal the opponent’s mojo.
If you’re an IndyGo bus rider, your regular route may be undergoing a change. See the list of routes with new schedules or new names. (MirrorIndy)
Opening
Circle City Kolache is opening its first storefront on Friday, Feb. 28. The steamy stuffed Czech pastry options will include bacon + cheese steakburger, breakfast burrito, blackberry, and more. Now that’s cool-ache.
Biz
Fishers is getting a second Target store. Mayor Scott Fadness announced the 148,000-sqft facility will be located on 136th Street, near I-69 and Southeastern Parkway. There’s no timeline on when it will open yet. (WTHR)
Arts
Art is in full bloom in Bates-Hendricks. The neighborhood announced a new Community Garden Neighborhood Art Program, inviting residents of all ages + skill levels to create garden-inspired public art that reflects the area’s unique spirit. Design proposals are due Sunday, March 9, and participants could receive up to $600.
Mansion Monday
Thought you’d never find arched doorways, a hair salon, a golf simulator room, multiple fireplaces, and a multi-level treehouse in a single home? Think again, and check out this 9,979-sqft mansion in Meridian Hills.
Sports
Now that Mike Woodson is officially out as Indiana’s basketball coach, who are the top candidates to replace him? Jacob Goins gives his predictions with Locked On.
Number
40. That’s how many years this family-owned HVAC, plumbing, and electrical service provider has been serving the Circle City (and beyond) with unmatched expertise and professionalism. Don’t wait for the unexpected — schedule a service.*
Try This
It may be cold now, but we’ve already got summer on our minds. Read: It’s never too early to think about summer camps at Indy Art Center — especially since registration is already open. Sign your kiddos up for glass art, manga illustration, and more.*
High-quality jewelry from Mejuri. Whether you prefer the elegance of pearls, the classic beauty of gold, or the brilliance of diamonds — all of Mejuri’s collections are crafted with responsibly sourced materials that are as beautiful as they are durable. Psst — they’re the perfect self-gift for Valentine’s Day. Shop now.
As someone who lives less than 10 minutes from Hamilton Town Center, I’m stoked about the incoming Target. Now if we could only get a Trader Joe’s...
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