Art in Bloom | Friday, March 21-Sunday, March 23 | Times vary | Newfields | Museum admission | This year’s floral festivities feature 55 flower arrangements inspired by work on view in the IMA Galleries.
Storytelling Through Dance Films | 7-9 p.m. | Heartland Film HQ | The Basile Event Center | $10 | Experience a curated shorts program centered around the art of movement.
Saturday, March 22
Indoor Walk | 10:45 a.m.-12 p.m. | The Fashion Mall at Keystone | Free | Gather in the food court for a casual meet + greet followed by a one-hour indoor walk.
Sunday, March 23
Shen Yun | 2-3:30 p.m. | Clowes Memorial Hall | $90 | Take a journey through 5,000 years of culture with classical Chinese dance, live orchestral music, colorful costumes, and interactive backdrops.
Indiana Pacers vs. Brooklyn Nets | 5 p.m. | Gainbridge Fieldhouse | $25+ | Cheer on the Blue and Gold halfway through its five-game homestand.
Monday, March 24
March Mat Pilates with Shari Lane | 6:30-8 p.m. | COhatch Polk Stables | $15 | Join a rejuvenating session to improve your strength and balance.
Tuesday, March 25
Art on the Ave Exhibit | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Madam Walker Legacy Center | Free | See the work of Tasha Beckwith, Amiah Mims, Dana Powell Smith, Miracle Hall, and Tashema Davis + hear directly from the artists.
We’re blooming with excitement for the return of Art & Soul
Presented by Arts Council of Indianapolis
This year-long program features public events celebrating visual art, music, dance, and literature, hosted by the Indy Arts Council and supported by Lilly Endowment Inc. | Photos provided by Indy Arts Council
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
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Don’t miss this all-new multimedia showcase with featured artists Monique Burts, Brandon Lott, Akili Ni Mali, and Kierra Ready. Enjoy a wearable art fashion show, visual art display, and live music.
The best part? Score two tickets to this event for $10 with a BOGO deal until Friday, March 28.
Hi & Mighty announced a rebrand — say hello to Shake Up. The beverage company, which began four years ago, said they “felt a brand refresh would better showcase [its] core products and origin story together.” It unveiled its new logo + you’ll see new can designs soon.
Open
Drink up. Swig, known for “dirty sodas,” opened its third Indy location yesterday. The drive-thru soda spot is located at 10121 E. Washington St. near Washington Square Mall. Maybe this one won’t have hours-long lines.(IBJ)
Concert
It’s gettin’ hot in herre. Nelly, Ja Rule, Eve + special guests will take the stage at Ruoff Music Center on Thursday, Aug. 14 for the “Where The Party At Tour.” Get tickets.
Seasonal
Yesterday marked the beginning of spring, when the sun set at 7:56 p.m., but there are bighter days ahead in Indy. Sunsets will happen a little later each day, and when summer starts on Friday, June 20 the sun will go down at 9:16 p.m.
Number
47%. That’s the percentage of US adults who say that people are behaving more rudely now than before the COVID-19 pandemic. Perhaps that’s a sign to make someone’s day with one of these random acts of kindness. (Pew Research Center)
Watch
Happy Gilmore is swinging back nearly three decades after the release of his original film. Netflix released the trailer for “Happy Gilmore 2,” and while we can’t all be pro golfers like Happy, we enjoy the sport by scheduling tee time at one of Indy’s courses.
Answered
Recently, we asked our readers their preferred hot sauce. Things got a little spicy when over 100 of you weighed in. The winner is… Frank’s RedHot — but we also love our local brands.
Listen
The Pacers were down 11 but didn’t back down + played a perfect final minute against the Mavericks. How did Indiana pull off the win? Locked On host Tony East breaks it all down.
Home
Thinking about a bathroom or kitchen refresh? You’re in luck. The Kohler Signature Store by Crescent Supply’s Love Your Look Sale is happening now through Sunday, March 23. Visit the showroom, and snag 5% off purchases of $1000+ or 10% off purchases of $2500+.*
Sports
March Madness® is taking over Lucas Oil Stadium on Friday, March 28 + Sunday, March 30 for the NCAA Men’s Midwest Regional — and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Be there for every buzzer-beater, high-flying dunk, and game-winning moment as the Sweet 16 and Elite Eight bring the action to Indianapolis. Grab tickets.*
A perfect pairing at Bocca — bolognese pasta and a frosé. | Photo by INDYtoday team
Can we interest you in a post-work beverage? Gather your closest friends + colleagues and hit the town with this guide in tow.
Bocca
This modern restaurant that serves up Italian cuisine will draw you in with its trendy, intimate, and classy ambiance, but don’t forget to look for the speakeasy while you’re there.
Hotel Tango Distillery
Hotel Tango is a local veteran-owned distillery that crafts bourbons, whiskeys, and other fine spirits.
Nowhere Special
This spot provides speakeasy vibes, craft cocktails, and shareable bites.
Bluebeard
In addition to cocktails, beer, and wine, this Fountain-Fletcher favorite offers nonalcoholic drinks like mocktails, homemade sodas, and ginger beer.
The Fountain Room
This Bottleworks restaurant with supper club flair has a selection of cocktails to pair with your dinner — like seasonal sangrias and everyday specials.
What are your weekend plans? Mine will consist of trying to hit as many local bookstores as I can for the Indy Indie Book Crawl. Top of my list: Wild Geese Bookshop. As a Franklin College alum, this shop holds a special place in my heart.
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