Save the date: Experience the 2025 Lee Supply Corp Home-A-Rama
Presented by Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis
Whether you’re planning on building, renovating, or love exploring beautifully-designed homes, this event offers endless inspiration. | Photos provided by Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis
This fall, the Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis (BAGI) is excited to bring back the 2025 Lee Supply Corp Home-A-Rama — returning to the beautiful Chatham Hills community in Westfield.
Next month, homebuyers, design enthusiasts, and residents are invited to tour seven stunning custom homes built by eight of Central Indiana’s leading custom home builders.
Each home highlights the latest architectural trends, interior design ideas, and smart-home technology — from bright, open floor plans to smooth indoor-outdoor living spaces.
Prices range from about $1.85 million to $4.59 million, offering a wide variety of luxury and style to explore.
There’s nothing like the energy at a Pacers game night. | Photo by INDYtoday team
When it comes to sports, Indy has no shortage of teams to support. Our city is home to some of the most loyal fans in the country, and has even been named the No. 10 best city to be a sports fan by Bleacher Report.
So this one’s for you, sports fanatics. Below, we’ve listed two truths and one lie about Indy’s sports scene. Make your best guess, then tap the button below for our full guide to see if you figured it out.
The Indianapolis Colts were originally known as the Baltimore Colts
The Indianapolis Indians are the Triple-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies
The Indiana Pacers’ name comes from the state’s history with the Indianapolis 500’s pace cars
North Church Farmers Market | 4-6 p.m. | North United Methodist Church | Price of purchase | Stock up on produce, meats, and other farm-fresh items.
Decoding Downtown Indy Walking Tour | 6:30-8 p.m. | Hudnut Commons | $19+ | Discover distinctive building details, learn about different architectural styles, and compete for prizes in an Indy-themed game.
Beech Grove Summer Concert Series | 7-8:30 p.m. | Sarah T. Bolton Park, Beech Grove | Free admission | Grab snacks from on-site food trucks and find a spot in the park for a performance by Indy-based band Living Proof.
Friday, Aug. 8
Jason Aldean | 7:30 p.m. | Ruoff Music Center, Noblesville | $55+ | See this act known for “You Make It Easy,” “Dirt Road Anthem,” and “She’s Country.”
WCWO Wrestling | 7:30 p.m. | The Outlaw Arena | $12+ | Watch family-friendly wrestling fill the ring at this event from the longest running pro wrestling company in central Indiana.
Saturday, Aug. 9
Wicket World of Croquet | 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site | $10+ | Enjoy a day of watching elegant croquet while picnicking and socializing.
She Means Business Brunch and Bosses | 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | P30 | $29+ | Brunch and bottomless networking await at this business mixer featuring local women entrepreneurs.
Full Moon Yoga Party | 8-10 p.m. | North end of Canal/Buggs Temple Basin | Free, RSVP | Flow under the full moon in this class led by The Hot Room, then stick around for dancing and mingling.
Sunday, Aug. 10
Chris Tomlin | 7:30 p.m. | Indiana Farmers Coliseum | Free with Indiana State Fair admission | Take a break from the midway + enjoy a free concert from the Christian artist behind hits like “Our God” and “Good Good Father.”
“I Think Not!” Live | 8:15 p.m. | Helium Comedy Club | $45+ | True crime fanatics won’t want to miss this live show from podcast hosts Ellyn Marsh and Joey Taranto.
The Indiana State Fair is making an update to its policy on unaccompanied minors. As of Tuesday, individuals under 18 must be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or chaperone over the age of 25 if visiting the fair after 6 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, and 4 p.m. Friday-Sunday. (WISH)
Eat
More than 150 Indy-area restaurants are set to participate in Devour Indy’s Summerfest, and now foodies can get a sneak peek at the menus before the event kicks off on Monday, Aug. 18 through Sunday, Aug. 31. Which menu item are you most eager to try? Give us the scoop. (WISH)
Award
Three Indy nonprofits have been recognized as Nonprofits of the Year in the publication’s inaugural awards for their outstanding community contributions. Wheeler Mission, Lutheran Child and Family Services, and Dove Recovery House for Women took home the top honors in the Large, Medium, and Small categories, respectively. (Indianapolis Business Journal)
Talk
Nonprofit media organization TED will launch its first-ever sports-centric conference in Indianapolis this fall. The inaugural event will take place at Old National Centre Tuesday, Sept. 9 through Thursday, Sept. 11 + feature networking, workshops, and talks with industry leaders like Charlie Baker, Jeremy Bloom, and Paul “Triple H” Levesque. (Indianapolis Recorder)
Wellness
Sweat it out. Wellness studio SweatHouz has been announced as Bottleworks District’s next Phase II tenant. Planned for North College Avenue, visitors can expect to experience infrared saunas, cold plunges, and vitamin C showers to amplify their health + wellness journeys. An opening date is TBA.
Number
72,000+. That’s how many people attended GenCon this year, breaking the convention’s previous attendance record of 71,000+. Pro tip: Event tickets sold out this year, so stay tuned on GenCon’s website for when 2026 badges go on sale early next year. (WISH)
Coming Soon
I scream, you scream, we all scream for Ben & Jerry’s. The iconic ice cream brand will soon be opening its first-ever Indiana scoop shop in Carmel at Muse on the Corner apartment complex. An opening date is still half baked, so stay tuned for details. (CBS 4)
Arts
Carmel’s 11th annual Rain on Main event will pour into town Friday, Aug. 15.-Saturday, Aug. 23. Browse the 20 decorated barrels throughout the Arts & Design District, then vote online for your favorite to win People’s Choice. Pro tip: You can even bid to take your favorite barrel home.
Sports
Is Indiana making the right moves with its Big 10 scheduling strategy? Go beyond the scoreboard for the biggest stories on the Indiana Hoosierswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
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With just 10 days left until this year’s Indiana State Fair comes to an end, we’re all about capitalizing on fair-related deals.
Did you know? If you purchase one of these reusable cups from one of the seven stands around the grounds, you can get 99-cent refills for the entire duration of the fair. Make the deals even sweeter by stopping by on a Tuesday when all classic fair food is just $2 each.
A great maxi wrap dress that can see you through the transition from summer into fall. Choose your favorite print or floral and enjoy the airy, comfortable feel and flattering ruffle hem.
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.
Here’s a bonus job opportunity for you — The Cake Bake Shop is hiring for multiple front- and back-of-house positions at its Carmel City Center and Broad Ripple Village locations.
While I am an absolute fiend for a bakery, I don’t think I could work at one. I mean truly, how could you expect me to work when I’m surrounded by beautiful cakes like this?
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