Ask the bartender at Bodhi to mix up a mocktail. | Photo by @bodhi.indy
Sober October is here. Whether you’re abstaining from alcohol just for the month or live a zero proof lifestyle all year round, sip your way through our local mocktail guide.
Dominate some arcade games with a clear head. 16-Bit offers two zero-proof mocktails and two low-proof cocktails — we love the Gym Class Zero, made with desert pear, lime juice, and tonic.
Fall Book Sale | Friday, Oct. 3-Saturday, Oct. 4 | Times vary | Carmel Clay Public Library | Cost of purchase
Saturday, Oct. 11
Brownsburg Fall Market | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Arbuckle Acres Park, Brownsburg | Free | Celebrate the season with local vendors, live country music from local band 90 Proof, food trucks, and fall activities for all ages.*
Welcome to the space... err, FanJam. The 2025 Pacers FanJam returns on Sunday, Oct. 5, giving fans free access to a rookie showcase, player photo opps, giveaways, and more. Reserve your tickets starting tomorrow, Oct. 2 at 10 a.m.
Development
Amazon announced it’s opening a new fulfillment center in Greenfield. The 1-million-sqft facility will create hundreds of jobs. An exact location + timeline have not been shared. (WTHR)
Closing
After 13 years of displaying works from world-famous artists like Pablo Picasso, the Long-Sharp Gallery in Conrad Indianapolis has closed. The owner said the gallery may reopen elsewhere in Indy in the future. (IBJ)
Holiday
Yom Kippur begins at sundown today, Oct. 1. Ensure your break-fast meal will be one to remember by grabbing traditional foods from Shapiro’s.
The Word
Rizz. According to the newest edition of Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, it’s a real word — and it’s short for charisma. Put it to use with our date night guide. (AP News)
Sports
Despite a rocky performance against the Rams, the Colts are still the team to beat this year. Go beyond the scoreboard with Locked On.
Post of the Day
Amanda In Indy was the first to clue us into these oversized, lifelike dessert creations. | Video by @amandainindy
Excuse us while we pick our jaws up off the floor. Yafa Golden Coffee is offering these incredible desserts that made us do a double take — and immediately plan our next visit there. See what they look like on the inside.
A great lightweight women’s sweater. Choose your favorite color (we’re eyeing navy and burgundy) and pair this basic top with jeans for an easy outfit this fall. Bonus: Some colors are 24% off.
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.
Meet me at midnight. Chapter Book Lounge is hosting a listening party for Taylor Swift’s “The Life of a Showgirl” at 11:30 p.m. tomorrow, Oct. 2. Get your tickets for the event, which includes a hot cocoa bar, pizza, goodie bags, and a friendship bracelet making station.
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