Who are you posing with the next time you’re in the CityWay area? | Photo by INDYtoday team
We all know the Circle City has a vibrant art scene — and we’re not just talking about Newfields or The Circle City Industrial Complex. One of our all-time favorite galleries? Indy itself.
Naptown is home to a number of meaningful murals and street art pieces. Today, we’re sharing where to find pieces that really paint a picture of our city.
Indy Butterflies, 338 S. Delaware St. | By Kelsey Montague
Snap a selfie with this art at the CityWay development downtown and the art can interact with you if you download Kelsey’s app, “WhatLiftsYou.”
This is just one of the many flower murals in Flower Alley. | Photo via @ripplebnb
Broad Ripple Flower Alley, 6109 Carrollton Ave. | By Jules Muck, Abigail Staffelbach, Megan Jefferson, and other artists
These murals began popping up in the summer of 2019, thanks to a couple of neighbors seeking to spread a little joy.
This mural is the perfect backdrop for that latte art pic. | Photo by INDYtoday team
Love, 236 E. 16th St. | By Alicia Zanoni
You can visit this mural anytime you’re jonesing for a cup of coffee — it’s located in the courtyard of Foundry Provisions.
Pints for Parks | 3-8 p.m. | Metazoa Brewing Company | Cost of purchase | Raise a pint of craft beer to benefit The Parks Alliance of Indianapolis.
“Jaws: 50th Anniversary - The IMAX Experience” | Thursday, Aug. 28-Thursday, Sept. 4 | Times vary | Indiana State Museum | $17+ | Watch the 1975 thriller on a screen fit for a giant great white shark.
Friday, Aug. 29
Warren Wolf | 7 + 9:30 p.m. | The Jazz Kitchen | $25+ | Jazz up your Friday night plans with a performance by this vibraphonist, drummer, and pianist.
HOOSIER HILARITY! | 8-9:30 p.m. | Fountain Square Brew Co. | $7 | Get ready to giggle during this stand-up showcase featuring Indiana-based comedians.
Saturday, Aug. 30
Breathe and Bike | 8 a.m. | 404 Dorman St. | $14 | Calm your mind with a breathwork session before embarking on an all-paces bike ride through Circle City.
Soul Food: The R&B Festival | 2-10 p.m. | Military Park at White River State Park | $25+ | Chow down on eats from 25 food vendors and listen to R&B hits from every era when this touring festival comes to town.
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Speaking of murals... a new mural of Indiana Pacers point guard Tyrese Haliburton was unveiled on Tuesday. Take a peek at the colorful painting, which is located on the side of the local barbershop XG Groom Room in downtown Indy. (WISH)
Trending
Comedian Tim Shropshire had a lot to say about the donuts at Long’s Bakery during a recent trip to Circle City, including “Get this donut a crown.” Craving one now?Try a pastry from the 70-year-old business for yourself. (IndyStar)
Quoted
“It was a privilege to have him here at our Zoo.” That’s part of a statement the Indianapolis Zoo shared following the unexpected death of Winston, a 38-year-old chimpanzee, on Monday afternoon. (IndyStar)
Feel Good
Buddy Valastro, aka the “Cake Boss” from TLC’s hit show, visited Carmel to bake with gluten- and dairy-free establishment No Label at the Table Food Company. Here’s a picture to prove it.
Coming Soon
Westfield’s first city-owned parking garage is scheduled to open on Monday, Sept. 15. The new 300-car garage, located at mixed-use development The Union, aims to alleviate some of the city’s downtown parking woes.
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