Silent Book Club Indy meetups take place at vibey spots like Plat 99 at The Alexander or on the lawn of the Propylaeum. | Photo by @silentbookclubindy
Being an introvert is a tough gig. If you need signs of life to get through your day, but want to keep the talking to a minimum, this introvert’s guide to Indy is for you. Your comfort zone is safe with us.
Silent book clubs
Reading is fundamental — but so is your quiet time. Silent Book Club Indy meets monthly, with 30 minutes of silent reading followed by an hour to stay nose-in-book or socialize. Just bring whatever you’re currently reading.
Tabletop gaming bars
A lot of introverts don’t like bars — but if tabletop gaming is involved, it’s a different story. At Elf ‘N Moon, you can connect and compete with other gamers while enjoying snacks and drinks from the store’s tavern.
Metazoa has one of the hottest dog parks in town for playful pups.
One of the most natural ways to meet other people is by letting your dog do the barking. If we had to choose a favorite dog park in Indy, it might be Metazoa — because socializing is easier with a beer in hand.
The good news: You can still get tickets to the CFP National Championship game in Miami on Monday, Jan. 19. The bad news? They’ll set you back $3,000+ — for nosebleeds. Maybe try a free local watch party instead? (WTHR)
Eat
Devour Indy Winterfest is officially back on Monday, Jan. 19. Menus launch today — tell us what you’re most excited to feast on.
Announced
If you’re just catching up on the latest Fever news, let us be the first to tell you: Team legend Tamika Catchings is rejoining the organization as an ambassador. Refresh your memory on her incredible resume. (WTHR)
Edu
Speaking of the sports + business intersection, IU Indianapolis announced it’s adding a sports business co-major that will prepare students for careers in sports marketing, athletic directing, sports accounting, and more. The 15-credit-hour program will launch in August. (IBJ)
Real Estate
According to the National Association of Realtors’ latest assessment, Indianapolis is one of the top 10 housing hot spots in the US. See which factors boosted our ranking. (WRTV)
State
The finals of the Fifth Annual Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana Tournament are underway, with two businesses battling it out for supremacy: Stone Horses and Elkhart Brass Manufacturing. Investigate their unique products and vote for your favorite by tomorrow, Jan. 15.
Sports
Colts management has a tough job ahead during the off-season: Selling hope. Locked On debates whether they can pull it off.
Home
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Make sure you get your IU-themed desserts quickly; Filigree sold out of the last run. | Photo by @filigree.bakery
No matter where you watch the CFP National Championship game on Monday, we suggest doing so with a special treat from Filigree Bakery in hand.
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One potential future addition to my favorite things in Indy list comes from reader Sarah W.: “The Cheese Ball Pizza at Connor’s Pub in Broad Ripple. I don’t know what they put in that thing, but I dream about it often.” I can’t wait to try it.
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