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✍️ New Year, new you

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What are your resolutions for 2026? If you like starting the year off with a goal or two to improve your life, you’re in good company — but sometimes, resolutions are easier said than done.

That’s where we come in. Here are some of the most common resolutions in the US, paired with local resources to help you stick to your goals.

Save money

Eat healthier

Exercise more

Spend more time with loved ones

Good luck — we’re rooting for you.

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Events

Wednesday, Jan. 7

Ice Skating at Elevance Health Rink | Wednesday, Jan. 7-Sunday, Jan. 25 | Times vary | Gainbridge Fieldhouse | $15

American Mahjong Club | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Library Zionsville Branch | Free

Thursday, Jan. 8

Mompreneur Midday Meetup | 12-1:30 p.m. | Rangeline Chiropractic, Carmel | $5

Cookies + Careers for Teens | 4-5 p.m. | IPL Irvington Branch | Free

“Forgiving What You Can’t Forget” Book Club | 7-9 p.m. | P30 | $50

Friday, Jan. 9

Second Fridays Gallery Openings + Artist Talk | 6 p.m. | Garfield Park Arts Center | Free

Connected Heart Couples Breathwork | 6-8 p.m. | Soul and Strand | $80

Hairbanger’s Ball | 7 p.m. | The Vogue Theatre | $23

Saturday, Jan. 10

Teddy Bear Concert Series with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Central Library | Free

Houseplants 101 | 1-2 p.m. | Alice’s Garden | $39
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News Notes

Closing

After eight years in business, the owners of Garfield Brewery announced they will be closing its doors, due to “old age (and probably too much product sampling, which may have caused us to lose our svelte physique).” Stop by before Saturday, Jan. 31 for one last pint.

Announced

Penrod teased that Easel, its signature spring art, culture, and food gala, will return to The Stutz soon. Comment on the Instagram post to get first dibs on tickets.

Try This

Missing Duke’s already? Us too — but The Cold Hearts have found a new venue to host their Two Step Tuesdays. You can get your hoedown on every Tuesday night from 7-10 p.m. at Atomic Bowl in Fountain Square; entry is free.

Quoted

“I’m pissed, we’re pissed... it’s not good enough,” said Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon of the team’s performance this year. Locked On explores why she decided to keep GM Chris Ballard anyway.

Arts

A peony for your thoughts? The Indiana Peony Festival is hosting a design contest for its 2026 merch, with a $1000 cash prize for the winner. Get more details and apply by Saturday, Jan. 31.

Eat

After nearly five years, restaurant accelerator Fishers Test Kitchen has permanently closed. Clutch Kitchen, owned by “MasterChef” winner Kelsey Murphy, is now open in its place as renovations commence to turn the space into a single restaurant. (IBJ)

Plan Ahead

If the cold never bothered you anyway, mark your calendars for Carmel’s Festival of Ice. The annual event will take over the Arts & Design District and Carter Green on Friday, Jan. 16 and Saturday, Jan. 17 with world-class ice carving demos, competitions, and a chili cook-off.

Biz

Kickstart the new year by expanding your business’s reach. Our business promo portal puts your message in front of our thousands of highly engaged local subscribers in as little as two days. Plus, first-time customers save 15% with code NEW15 at checkout. Get started.

Health

Did you find yourself straining to hear during holiday gatherings? Make 2026 a year of better hearing with Horizon IX. This revolutionary hearing aid delivers natural sound so real, experts are calling it a miracle. Dual processors separate speech from noise for effortless clarity so you won’t miss a single word. Start your 45-day no-risk trial.*

Wellness

Interested in a THC or CBD journey in 2026? Women-owned and operated brand TribeTokes is offering 15% off with code DRYJAN15, plus a free CBD/CBG tincture when you spend $40. Try pineapple THC gummies or mini THCA prerolls for some California sober fun during dry January.*

The Buy

Are you resolving to drink more water this year? Set yourself up for success with a sleek, insulated water bottle that keeps liquids chilled for up to 24 hours. Bonus: It’s dishwasher safe.
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The Wrap

One of my resolutions for 2026 is to eat healthier. If you’ve got favorite high-protein, low-carb meal recipes, send them my way. I’ll go first: I’ve been making this curry for close to a decade, swapping potatoes for chicken and rice for cauliflower rice for a super satisfying, easy dinner.
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