Learn How to Use a Cricut Machine | 2-3 p.m. | Carmel Clay Public Library | Free | Digital Media Lab specialists will demonstrate using Cricut Access to create a design that you can then create using the lab’s Cricut machine.
First Friday Open Studios | 5-9 p.m. | The Stutz | Free | Wander the hallways of the historic building + talk with its artists and business owners.
Dine Nashville: The Music City Way | Friday, Feb. 7-Sunday, March 2 | Times vary | Various, Nashville, TN | Free | Dine Nashville is a month-long culinary celebration featuring collaborative chef experiences, a restaurant week with specialty menus, and delicious deals at local spots. Some events are paid.*
Saturday, Feb. 8
Collage Cardmaking: Valentine’s Edition | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Factory Arts South | $20 | You’ll walk away from this workshop with one-of-a-kind creations to give to your besties or sweetheart, as well as resources on how to keep collaging.
This morning, the Damien Center is celebrating the grand opening of Cafe Oztara, a 4,000+ sqft coffee shop designed to be a sanctuary + gathering space for all. It will serve locally-sourced coffee, espresso, tea, and smoothies, plus breakfast and lunch items.
Opening
Bubbakoo’s Burritos, a New Jersey-based chain known for creating burritos with unconventional flavor combinations, is scheduled to open in the Clearwater Crossing retail center at 3826 E. 82nd St. on Tuesday, Feb. 11. It will be the restaurant’s first location in Indiana. (IBJ)
Development
A local developer is planning to build a $30 million project near Fishers Event Center to add more restaurants + retail to the booming Fishers District area. Construction is expected to begin this summer with buildings opening by mid-2026. (IBJ)
Number
Visit Indy’s State of Tourism address focused on the city breaking records in 2024. One of those records: 932,000 hotel room nights for convention bookings — with 3.94 million already in the pipeline for future conventions. Read the full 2025 Community Report.
Hoosier
Greenwood resident Seth Irskens was named 2024 Colts Fan of the Year in November — and this week the team surprised him with two tickets to Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans and a special send-off party. He was also nominated for NFL Fan of the Year. (WTHR)
Rebecca Yarros’ “Onyx Storm” — the third book of the “Empyrean” series — recently became the fastest-selling adult novel in 20 years. Pick up a copy for yourself at one of these local bookstores. (The New York Times)
Real Estate
Indianapolis is the No. 3 major US city where it’s easiest to buy a home, according to a recent ranking by Badeloft. The study looked into average house prices, monthly net salaries, basic living costs, and disposable income. Check out just how difficult it is to buy a home in Indy.
Sports
Yesterday was the NBA trade deadline. What moves have mattered so far and what does reporting indicate? Locked On host Tony East is joined by Rhett Bauer to break it all down.
Job
Ready to connect with the best local talent in 2025? We created our community job board just for you. Give it a try + post your first listing for free.
Announced
Congrats to Margaret C. on winning our winter staycation, in partnership with Hotel Carmichael. And an extra special thank you to everyone who entered.*
Finance
Did you know some credit cards can actually help you get out of debt faster? (It sounds wild, but it’s true.) The secret: Find a credit card with a “0% intro APR” period for balance transfers. This one even offers 5% cash back on your purchases, helping you save even more while you pay down your debt.*
Shop
Set the mood this Valentine’s Day with these rapid onset cannabis gummies that keep selling out. Get 20% off your first order with code FIRST20.*†
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Eat
👀 Calling all foodies
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Yelp’s Elite Squad is the place for local movers and shakers. | Photos provided by Yelp
Meet your new favorite club.
If you love food, Indy, and meeting people who also love both, get to know Yelp’s Elite Squad.
As a member, you’ll be invited to special events, get to know more Indy businesses, and have a genuinely good time with other Elites who write “chef’s kiss” reviews.
Futuro’s deep dish pizzas are so deep, you’re likely to fill up after just two slices. | Photo by @futuroindy
This Sunday is National Pizza Day and we’re celebrating with a big slice of Spotted Pig Detroit style pizza from Futuro. If that’s not your style, we’ve pie-oneered a list of 15 places to grab pizza that are definitely worth the dough.
Bazbeaux, Multiple locations
With three locations and 37 years in business, Bazbeaux is an Indy icon. From traditional to exotic + premium toppings, plus multiple vegan options, you can truly build the pizza of your dreams here.
King Dough, Holy Cross Want a fancy date night, but also, pizza? King Dough takes pride in its upscale menu, from a grape + gorgonzola pizza to truffle fries. In fair weather months, it also has some of the best outdoor seating in the city.
Goodfellas, Multiple locations Night owls can confirm: Goodfellas knows what it’s doing. With locations smack dab in the middle of two of Indy’s biggest nightlife neighborhoods that are open until 3 a.m. on Fridays + Saturdays, there’s no better place to grab that much-needed late night slice of New York-style pie.
A corner bathroom counter organizer. Elegant and functional, its three tiers are perfect for housing toiletries and cosmetics while saving precious bathroom counter space.
I’ll definitely be keeping an eye on what new restaurants and retail will be going in near Fishers Event Center — but I’m also patiently *or not so patiently* waiting for Chicken N Pickle, which is also supposed to open up in the area.
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