You can also celebrate with a NYE four-course dinner with optional wine pairings at Petite Chou. | Photo by @petitechoubistro
The winter holidays are almost upon us, and if you’re prepping to host an event, the panic may be setting in. Keep calm and merry on with our guide to hosting the holidays in style and local pride.
The set up
You know the vibe — holidays are supposed to give that warm + fuzzy feeling. Here are some tips to get people comfy:
Bar | You’ll win hearts with a build-your-own drink station with spirits from a local distillery like Hotel Tango, beers from an independent brewery like Bier Brewery, and wine from a family-owned winery like Peace Water.
Centerpieces | Instead of one giant floral arrangement, consider having several small ones scattered throughout your space. Luckily, we have plenty of local flower shops that can make you the perfect bouquets.
Starting today, the FAA will reduce flights by 10% in 40 airports — reportedly including IND. Keep up with the latest news and get to the airport early if your flight is still operating. (WTHR)
Weather
Could we get our first dusting of snow this weekend? Here are the odds — bundle up. (WTHR)
Announced
Indy’s own Mike Epps announced he’s headlining the “We Them One’s Comedy Tour,” coming to Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Friday, Feb. 13. Tickets go on sale today at 10 a.m.
Opening
Super Real Much, a new + vintage clothing and home goods store hailing from Brooklyn, NY, will celebrate its grand opening tomorrow, Nov. 8 from 3 to 5 p.m. Stop by 2619 Shelby St. for champagne, snacks, and store discounts.
Try This
Is your camera roll flooded with fall foliage pics? Ours too — might as well put them to good use by entering this photography contest for a chance to be published next week. (Mirror Indy)
Watch
If we asked you what the best TV show set in Indiana is, what would you say? Maybe it’s recency bias, but we were slightly surprised by Screen Rant’s pick... (Screen Rant)
Eat
Looking for the perfect gift for the foodie in your life? Gift cards from Clancy’s Hospitality offer the perfect gift for dining lovers and experience seekers alike. Give the gift of good taste.*
Deal
Lock in your spot for the 2026 Indy Eleven season. Place a $50 deposit by Monday, Dec. 1 to score Early Bird pricing and perks — free parking, a custom Under Armour jersey, unlimited ticket exchanges, and 25% off merch. Tickets start at $12 per game. Snag the deal.*
Job
Looking for a remote opportunity to lead and inspire a winning team? We’re hiring a Sales Director to fuel our fast-paced sales team, with a competitive salary, premium benefits, unlimited PTO, and real growth opportunities to boot. Apply to join our team.
Sports
Notre Dame needs to prove they’re a playoff contender not just because of their ranking, but their performance on the field. Here’s how Locked On thinks they can do it.
Post of the Day
Looks like Bobby and Pepper, Indy Ignite’s mascot, are going to be good friends. | Photo by @noblesvilleboom
Boom, Bobby. The Noblesville Boom introduced their new mascot, a bobcat named Bobby. Meet him at an upcoming game.
A MagSafe charging station with fast-charging technology. We love its foldable, travel-friendly design, allowing us to charge up to three devices at once from anywhere.
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.
Does anything embody the spirit of the holidays better than a sweet Newfoundland dog pulling your freshly cut Christmas tree with you? I think not — so make sure you get that experience by visiting Dull’s Tree Farm on Saturday, Dec. 6 or Sunday, Dec. 7. Bonus: Proceeds support The South Central Newfoundland Dog Club.
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