Whether you love pumpkin or apple flavors, The Coffee Haus at Guggman has a seasonal fall drink for you. | Photo by @the.coffeehaus
Wakey wakey â itâs Shea. With the advent of fall, coffee shops across the city are adding delectable seasonal concoctions to their menus, and I could not be happier. Here are a few I think we all autumn try.
Helping Hands | 4:30-5:30 p.m. | IPL Fort Ben Branch | Free | Help your kids learn about food insecurity in our community while they decorate reusable shopping bags for a food pantry.
Acoustic Concert Fundraiser | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Grafton Peek Social Hall, Greenwood | $20 | Listen to heartfelt performances from local musicians and participate in raffles + silent auctions to benefit Isaiah 117 House.
âTo Kill A Mockingbirdâ | Friday, Sept. 12-Sunday, Sept. 21 | Times vary | Carmel Community Players | $20 | Rediscover Harper Leeâs classic story of prejudice, compassion, and the courage to do what is right.
There are only two weekends left to catch the show. | Photos courtesy of Downtown Dinner Theatre
Youâre in for a treat, Indy. Downtown Dinner Theatreâs next musical, âBroadway Off Broadway,â features the iconic melodies of legendary composers, including:
Stephen Sondheim
Andrew Lloyd Webber
Rodgers & Hammerstein
George Gershwin
Leonard Bernstein
Irving Berlin
and more
This celebration of musical theater is perfect for longtime fans and audiences hearing these timeless pieces for the first time. Think: Musicals like âAnnie,â âOklahoma!,â âInto the Woods,â and âSweeney Todd.â
Catch the show on stage:
Friday, Sept. 12- Sunday, Sept. 14
Friday, Sept. 19- Saturday, Sept. 20
Bonus: Despite having âdinnerâ in its name, Downtown Dinner Theatre also offers brunch performances, including a self-service brunch buffet, desserts, coffee, tea, and more. Pro tip: Adult tickets for Dinner and Sunday Brunch are $62 with code 2025BROADWAY.
The fate of the proposed Google data center in Franklin Township will be decided by a Indianapolis City-County Council vote on Monday, Sept. 22. If at least 15 councilors vote against the rezoning, the proposal will be denied. (WTHR)
Development
The Westfield development project formerly known as Jersey 32 debuted updated renderings and a new name: The Grand On Main. Take a look at how $105 million is going to be spent. (WTHR)
Today Is
September 11, also recognized as National Day of Service and Remembrance and Patriot Day. Stop by the Indiana 9/11 Memorial for your own moment of silence, or join the 2025 Freedom Fest memorial ride on Saturday, Sept. 13.
Edu
90%. According to recent IREAD tests, thatâs the statewide proficiency rate in third grade literacy â the highest level in more than a decade. See the stats for a few local schoolsâ improvements. (WTHR)
Award
An Indiana sunflower named Clover has set a new world record for the tallest sunflower. Grown in Fort Wayne by Alex Babich, she stands a massive 35 ft 8 in tall. Now thatâs a bloominâ miracle. (WTHR)
Ranked
No. 24. Thatâs where the Pacers placed on a ranking of NBA uniforms from best to worst, with the Timberwolves coming in dead last at no. 30. Design opinions aside, weâll let the scoreboard do the talking, thanks.
Sports
Will their matchup with Texas A&M be Notre Dameâs season-defining moment? Get a preview of the big game with Locked On Irish.
Community
Have you heard? Windsor Village Park hosts a free food pantry every Thursday, 1-3 p.m. (or until supplies run out), with donations from Gleaners Food Services and local grocers. Proof of residency is required. Know someone who could use support? Send them here.*
Plan Ahead
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Pumpkin spice lattes are back â and so is our quest for the perfect fall boots. Here are our top five picks of the season:
đ˘ These knee high boots strike the perfect balance between function and style with an anti-slip rubber outsole and chic buckle detailing.
đ˘ Free Peopleâs Western booties feature a sophisticated two-inch heel, patent leather, and appliquĂŠ details for under $70.
đ˘ Spot us wearing these vanilla-hued suede pointed toe ankle booties to date nights and dinner parties all season long.
đ˘ These timeless Chelsea ankle boots are a steal for under $50. Oh, and theyâre top-rated on Amazon.
đ˘ Sporty meets sleek in Eurosoftâs ultra-comfortable side zip boots complete with a padded footbed + round toe design.
The fun doesnât 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.
I know weâve been talking about fall a lot in this newsletter â but if you want to enjoy the brief return of summer weather this weekend, check out the the ninth annual Bates-Hendricks Street Fest. With 70+ local vendors selling their artistic creations, food, and drinks, thereâs something for everyone.
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