Practice your basketball skills or simply lounge in the sun at this lakeside pool. | Photo via Swimply
City Editor Shea here. As I enter the last month of pregnancy and Indy enters a seemingly inescapable hellscape of summer heat, I need some pool time, stat. If that sounds like you too, check out these ready-to-rent pools around town.
Camp David | $14+ per hour
With a wraparound deck, multiple slides, Blackstone grill, trampoline, and wooden playground, this property is perfect for any tot’s birthday party.
Indy’s Backyard Oasis | $68+ per hour
This lakeside pool offers amenities including a hot tub, giant Jenga, and a fire pit in a serene private setting.
Fun in the Sun | $41+ per hour
No need to bring a whole carload of swim supplies here — large towels, pool toys, and a gas grill with utensils are all included.
Enjoy a night swim in this heated pool surrounded by magical lights.
Photo via Swimply
Tree-Lined Hidden Oasis | $79+ per hour
If you prefer a heated pool, you’ll love this 83-degree swimming hole, complete with Bluetooth speakers, yard games, and an indoor sunroom to cool off in.
Asked
Asked
What’s your preferred pool style?
A. Give me all of the water sports B. Cocktail in hand and no splashing, please C. Lap swimming — Michael Phelps has nothing on me D. I’m more of a night swimmer E. Hey, do you wanna play mermaids?
Court of Appeals | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Arthur M Glick JCC, Laikin Auditorium | Free | See the Indiana judicial branch in action at this oral argument panel based on a real, pending case.
Key West Meets the Midwest | 6-9 p.m. | The Corner Bar | $10+ | Pretend you’re out of the Indiana heat + lounging on a Florida beach with reggae music and drinks.
Wednesday, June 25
Fly Tying Night | 5:30-9 p.m. | North Mass Boulder | Free | Join fellow fly-fishing enthusiasts to tie a bug or critter — extra materials and a tutorial are available for beginners.
No Bribes, No Battles: Parenting Club | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Niemann Harvest Market, Carmel | $35 | Learn respectful, practical ways to avoid power struggles with your little ones.
Thursday, June 26
Lucas Oil Stadium Tour | 11 a.m. | Lucas Oil Stadium | $20+ | Get a behind-the-scenes look at the playing field, locker room, press box, and other exclusive spaces.
Pints for Parks | 5-9 p.m. | Sun King Brewery | Cost of purchase | Raise your glass to live music, giveaways, and good vibes, with $1 from every pint supporting The Parks Alliance of Indianapolis.
One step outside will confirm it: We’re facing extreme heat stress this week. Brush up on how long you should be outside + how to keep cool. (WTHR)
Sports
Watching Tyrese Haliburton collapse during Game 7 was a heartbreaking moment for sports fans everywhere — and now we have more information about his injury. The star player tore his right Achilles tendon and had surgery yesterday evening. (WTHR)
Civic
It’s been a busy legislative year in Indiana with 247 laws passed so far, and many of them go into effect on Tuesday, July 1. Find out what’s changing, from property taxes to school funding to speed limits. (WTHR)
Announced
Pacers Sports & Entertainment released the lineup for the inaugural Fever Fest on Saturday, July 19, featuring music + comedy acts including The Kid Laroi, Cedric the Entertainer, Leslie Jones, and more. Get tickets.
Coming Soon
This opening has extra “om.” Fitness studio Blossom Yoga + Pilates will celebrate its grand opening at 18160 Wheeler Rd. in Westfield on Saturday, July 26. Join for raffles, door prizes, free yoga classes, and more.
Kids
Speaking of heat, here’s an easy way to beat it. Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is bringing back its Kids Camp series, screening family favorites like “Hotel Transylvania” for a discounted price. See showtimes.
Number
8.8 million. That’s how much the Indy Art Center is raising to upgrade its spaces and expand programs. For nearly a decade, this local landmark been a creative home for all — now, it’s building for the future. Support Building Community Through Art.*
Try This
Need a day trip destination? Head to Brownsburg. Savor Mandy’s Ice Cream, cool off at Williams Park’s splash pad, enjoy outdoor dining, and browse the Farmers Market. Add biking, fitness classes, and movie nights — and you’ve got your perfect summer bucket list.*
Listen
The dynamic duo of the summer is here: Jonathan Taylor and DJ Giddens. Find out how the running backs will work together to support the Colts’ quarterback this year with Locked On.
Real Estate
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Your favorite bug banisher, to get you through the summer season unbitten:
🌿 These No. 1 best-selling bracelets keep mosquitos away just by wearing them around your wrist or ankle — they’re DEET-free, use essential oils, and fit both kids and adults.
🐜 If slicing summer watermelons brings all the ants to your house, try these best-selling ant bait stations, rated 4.6 stars and usually effective within 24 hours.
💡 For mosquito protection on your porch or patio, try this No. 1 best-selling electric bug zapper — just hang it, plug it in, and enjoy bug-free summer nights.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Last hot weather survival tip, I promise: Lick’s new location is now open at 1101 E. 52nd St. As my sister put it, “If you told me their blueberry + sweet corn cookies flavor was the only ice cream I could eat for the rest of my life, I wouldn’t be disappointed.”
Get your sugar + caffeine fix in one go with an affogato from Lick.
Photo by INDYtoday team
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