Gnome Show | Tuesday, March 25-Sunday, April 6 | Times vary | Garfield Park Conservatory and Gardens | $6+ | See the whimsical display of garden gnomes and try to spot them all.
Wednesday, March 26
Table Talks: Establishing Your Creative Venture | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Draft Creative Space | Free | Join a conversation space for curiosity and connection that prioritizes peer-to-peer learning.
Party Games: Singles + Friends | 7-9:30 p.m. | The AMP at 16 Tech | $35 | Find love with a one-of-a-kind game night that’s full of surprises.
Indiana Pacers vs. Los Angeles Lakers | 7:30 p.m. | Gainbridge Fieldhouse | $120+ | The ‘Cers have climbed their way to No. 4 in the Eastern Conference — cheer them on to beat No. 4 in the West.
Friday, March 28
Blood Drive | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | The Shops at Perry Crossing, Plainfield | Donation | Do some good + help fill local hospitals — there will be gift card and coupon giveaways for donors.
Saturday, March 29
Indoor Walk | 10:45 a.m.-12 p.m. | Ten Hands Market in the Westin | Free | Come alone or bring a friend for a casual meet + greet followed by a one-hour stroll through the downtown skywalks.
This summer will be a season of construction in Westfield, with crews working on five new roundabouts + a tunnel on the Monon Trail. Find out where all the roundabouts will be. (IndyStar)
Closed
Sad news for sweet treat lovers. After about seven years in business, beloved ice cream and milkshake shop TeeJay’s Sweet Tooth closed its doors for good over the weekend. Need a new ice cream go-to? Check out our guide.
Announced
Carmel’s Palladium announced it will have a new name. As of Tuesday, July 1, the performing arts hall will be called the Payne & Mencias Palladium as part of a 10-year philanthropic agreement with two local families. (IBJ)
Featured
The Garage Food Hall has been nominated (again) for USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Food Hall — as one of only 20 food halls nationwide. You can cast your vote every day until Monday, April 14.
Sports
The Pacers signed center Tony Bradley to a standard contract to keep him on the roster for the rest of the season. With four starters out in last week’s win over the Timberwolves, Bradley stepped in and scored 12 points. He’s appeared in seven games since he was initially signed. (IndyStar)
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The Colts made moves this offseason by signing Camryn Bynum and Charvarius Ward to multi-year deals. Find out how the two players are expected to transform the team’s secondary with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcast.
Sports
Calling all basketball fans: March Madness® is taking over Lucas Oil Stadium this weekend. On Friday night, catch No. 3 Kentucky vs. No. 2 Tennessee (7:39 p.m. ET tipoff) + No. 4 Purdue vs. No. 1 Houston (10:09 p.m. ET tipoff). Be there for every buzzer-beater, high-flying dunk, and game-winning moment — grab tickets.*
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The legacy of Madam C.J. Walker
New this year, the Art & Soul Featured Artist Showcase will debut at the Madam Walker Legacy Center on April 11. | Photo provided by Indy Arts Council; G Marie Photography
As Women’s History Month is comes to a close, we want to take a moment to share the history of one of Indy’s most influential women — Madam C.J. Walker.
She has a building named after her, she’s the center of a painted mural downtown, and she even had a Barbie created in her honor. Here are a few facts about the self-made millionaire.
Walker’s real name was Sarah Breedlove. She was born in Louisiana, moving to Indianapolis in 1910 to start up her business selling “Madam CJ Walker’s Wonderful Hair Grower.” At the time, Indy was the largest inland manufacturing center in the nation.
Walker’s factory included a hair and manicure salon, along with another training school. The Madam Walker Legacy Center was built after her death + became the company’s new manufacturing site.
Amazon’s Big Spring Sale may last until Monday, March 31, but some of the best discounts are for one-day only. These are some of today’s best Lightning Deals:
Haven’t been to The Garage Food Hall in a while? Just Chicken is one of the newer additions to the food hall this year. My favorites include Twenty Two Juice Bar, HercuLean Meal Prep, and Lick Ice Cream.