A perfect pairing at Bocca — bolognese pasta and a frosé. | Photo by INDYtoday team
Ready for a twist on a classic? The spicy pina colada is the drink of the summer, heating up the traditional recipe with chile-infused rum. But if you’d rather drink something else, here are 30 spots where it’s always 5 o’clock.
the ball & biscuit, 331 Mass Ave.
This cozy cocktail bar has an extensive drink menu, plus small bites — don’t miss the bourbon caramel bread pudding.
Baby’s, 2147 N. Talbott St.
This colorful diner serves boozy shakes and zero-proof classics like mules + margaritas.
Bocca, 122 E. 22nd St.
Enjoy the intimate ambiance of this modern Italian restaurant, plus its classy speakeasy.
Rooftop Garden Cocktail Lounge, 1105 Prospect St. It’s the million-dollar view of the skyline for us. This bar on the top floor of the Fountain Square Theatre Building is open seven days a week all summer long.
The Village | 2-4 p.m. | Central Library | Free | Create yarn pompoms to contribute to a large-scale community art project.
Brownsburg Farmers Market: Kid Biz Night | 4-7 p.m. | Brownsburg Town Hall Green | Cost of purchase | Support local entrepreneurs ages 5-17 who are selling their handmade goods.
Friday, July 11
Indiana Alt-Rock | 7-10:30 p.m. | Storage Space Gallery | $8+ | Catch three of Indiana’s best musical acts in a cool contemporary art setting.
Indianapolis Indians vs. Gwinnett Stripers | 7:05 p.m. | Victory Field | $15+ | Join the team in honoring the legacy of Negro Leagues baseball in Indy — and make sure you hang around for fireworks after the game.
Saturday, July 12
Midwest Vendor Record Show | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Greenwood VFW Post 5864 | $5+ | Browse vinyl records, CDs, tapes, electronic equipment, and music memorabilia from more than 50 vendors and collectors.
Psychic Fair | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Greenwood Happy Haunts | Free | Discover what the future holds (or just get a good laugh) with talented psychics, mediums, tarot card readers, and mystic items.
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$19 million. That’s how much DPW will receive from Indy’s new spring fiscal package, supporting initiatives like urban forest preservation, stormwater projects, and drivable streets. But how much is going toward new snowplows? (WTHR)
Traffic
Roadblock ahead. State Road 32, one of the most trafficked routes in Hamilton County, is now closed at Hague Road for construction of a new roundabout. Work is expected to wrap by October. (FOX59)
Sports
Birds of a Fever flock together. Caitlin Clark picked her Fever teammates Aliyah Boston + Kelsey Mitchell to join her team in the WNBA All-Star Game draft. See the rest of both teams’ rosters. (WTHR)
Trending
Speaking of All-Star Weekend, 30+ downtown businesses are prepping to celebrate with food, drink, and entertainment specials that are a slam dunk. See the full list. (IBJ)
Opening
Let’s get lit. Penn and Beech is celebrating its grand opening at its new Bottleworks location on Saturday, July 19. Be one of the first 50 walk-in guests at 820 Massachusetts Ave. and you’ll get to pour a free custom candle, plus enjoy a welcome mimosa.
Announced
Ahead of its grand opening on Friday, Aug. 1, the Indiana State Fair released a list of new attractions — including a pint-sized motorcycle riding experience for kids, a traveling wolf pack show, and a glass-blowing workshop. Plan your visit.
Sports
The Colts’ secondary got a major facelift this off-season. How do the new acquisitions factor into the safety room? Locked On has the answers.
Job
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Asked
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Bonus spot to grab a drink: The Indiana State Fair, especially thanks to Shake Up’s new Pineapple Whip flavor. Talk about a new bombshell entering the villa.
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.
The dog days of summer are definitely here — but why not use them as a reason to celebrate? Urban Vines is hosting a pup-friendly pawty on Friday, July 18, complete with a dog costume contest, puppy pools, special treats, and live music. If you attend, I beg you to send us pictures, please.
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