Life is a highway | If you wanna drive it all night long (or for just a couple hours), meet INDYtoday’s sister cities.
Find the rainbow | Make the most of a wet May by learning about rainwater harvesting.
Events
Events
Friday, May 23
Rockin’ on Main | 5-10 p.m. | Main Street, Speedway | Free | Continue the Carb Day celebration with shopping, food + drinks, and live music.
Friday Campfire: Slitherin’ Snakes | 6:30-8 p.m. | Holliday Park | $7 | Enjoy free s’mores as you learn about the importance of snakes to our environment.
Noel Miller | Friday, May 23-Saturday, May 24 | Times vary | Helium Comedy Club | $45+ | Laugh your guts out at this set from the social media megastar + co-host of The Tiny Meat Gang Podcast.
After 10 years of lululemon’s iconic yoga pant, meet the new version
Presented by The Buy
Graphic by 6AM City
Fun fact: It’s been 10 years since the Align™ pant was released — lululemon’s buttery-soft, functional yoga pant that’s amassed many a devoted fan.
Extra fun fact: In honor of the anniversary, lululemon just dropped lululemon Align No Line™, which has everything great about the original, just no front-rise seam.
Egg-citing news: Another new brunch spot has hit Noblesville. Cafe Noricha at 190 Westfield Rd. serves an array of inventive boba + milk tea drinks alongside mouthwatering mains, like tiger prawn truffle toast and salmon okonomiyaki benedict. It’s open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.
Announced
The secret’s out. Bates-Hendricks speakeasy The Vault is doing away with its challenging entry codes and permanently opening its doors to all thirsty wanderers. Bonus: It will also be introducing a dinner menu soon.
Health
Two former Eli Lilly and Co. CEOs are making a $20 million donation — the largest philanthropic gift in IU Health’s history — to establish the Tobias-Lechleiter Institute for Clinical Innovation at IU Health. The institute will serve as a hub for “groundbreaking” disease detection and treatment. (WTHR)
Travel
Planning a future vacation and trying to get the most bang for your buck? Before you submit that PTO request, check out the least + most expensive months to fly out of IND. (WTHR)
Number
$3.08. That’s the projected national average price for a gallon of gasoline heading into Memorial Day weekend — 50 cents lower than last year’s average. If you’re taking a trip out of Indy this weekend, you’ll likely pay a little more, with a $3.15 statewide average. (GasBuddy)
Eat
Chicken strips are so back. The McCrispy Strips recently became McDonald’s first permanent menu addition in four years. Prices can vary by location, but you can usually get a combo meal for about $10 — or you can dine at local restaurants with meals under $10.
Film
Itching to see “Jurassic World Rebirth?” Good news for budget film buffs — starting Wednesday, July 9, AMC Theatres will offer AMC Stubs Rewards members 50% off adult movie tickets on Wednesdays. Become a member + find AMC theaters in Indy.
Read
“My Friends” by Fredrik Backman, “Atmosphere” by Taylor Jenkins Reid + “Don’t Let Him In” by Lisa Jewell. Those are three of the summer’s most-anticipated books, according to Goodreads data. Give your summer reading list some local flair with books by authors with Indy ties. (People)
Listen
Locked On Colts pays tribute to Jim Irsay’s legacy, after the team’s owner died suddenly earlier this week.
Arts
The Welcome Race Fans project is hitting top speed across Indy. Five local artists — Sarah Anderson, Xavier Gray, Caroline Hays, Cassie Mitchell, and Frances Ruiz — are behind this year’s bold new work, transforming the city into an open-air gallery. Meet the artists + explore their work.*
Eat
Whether it’s a baby shower, wedding reception, or you want to celebrate your company’s milestone, Grindstone on the Monon is the ideal setting for celebrations. Explore their private dining options — including the newly expanded patio — and secure a venue for your next event.*
Sports
Curious about what makes Indy Eleven matches a perfect family outing? Here are four reasons why you’ll want to add an upcoming game at Carroll Stadium to your calendar.*
Shop
Summer is almost here — and Hoka shoes deliver all-day comfort and support for any activity. Brad’s Deals has rounded up the best summer Hoka discounts from top retailers.*
City Guide
City Guide
🍴Oh, this? It’s new
If you’re looking for an Instagrammable drink + dessert spot, Hi Mango will be your perfect match. | Photo by INDYtoday team
Start your engines — May has been a milestone month for foodies. Here are new spots you should add to your to-eat list. Ford’s Garage, 10416 E. US Highway 36
Just minutes from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the car-themed eatery serves up burgers, brews, and nostalgia.
Claypot Coffee House, 1551 E. Stop 12 Rd., Ste. G
This coffee house features Malaysian-inspired sweet + savory drinks and snacks, plus flavors like Ube, pandan, and black sesame.
Bocado Brunch & Te’Kila, 188 Westfield Rd.
This sophisticated spot with coastal ambiance cooks up Mexican-American fusion with Caribbean flavors daily in Noblesville.
A great deal from Amazon’s Memorial Day sale. Note: Prices subject to change.
⭐ Get 27% off a portable charger and never lose battery again.
⭐ Shop 15% off Clinique Take The Day Off makeup remover, an oil-free, non-irritating formula.
⭐ Take 41% off an air fryer from the Instant Pot brand that’s rated 4.5 stars.
Organizations across Indy and beyond are mourning Jim Irsay’s death + celebrating his legacy. If you have any memories of the sports icon, share them with us and we may spotlight your story in an upcoming newsletter.
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