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☘️ Let’s go a little cloverboard
Every year, the mayor and the “Irish Citizen of the Year” are the official pourers for the greening of the canal. | Photo by @indianamuseum
It must be your lucky day. We’ve put together a list of St. Patrick’s Day weekend events where you’re likely to find that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.
Thursday, March 12
St. Patrick’s Day Kickoff Celebration | 5-6 p.m. | Ohio St. Canal Basin | Watch the canal turn green while enjoying live music from The Indianapolis 500 Gordon Pipers.
Friday, March 13
93rd St. Patrick’s Celebration | Times vary, Friday-Saturday and Tuesday | McGinleys’ Golden Ace Inn | This festival outside Indy’s oldest Irish bar offers drinks, cheeseburgers, and live music from bands straight from Ireland.
St. Patrick’s Day Music Festival | 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday-Sunday | King Jugg Brewing, Fishers | Party all weekend with live music and cold craft beer flowing nonstop.
King Jugg’s 21+ party promises good brews and plenty of games, both on and off the TV screens.
Shamrock Run + Walk | 9:30 a.m. | 748 Mass Ave. | This four-mile event ends at the Bottleworks District for live music, a beer garden, and plenty of food options.
3rd Annual Block Party | 12-10 p.m. | SNUG | Take to the streets of Irvington for drinks, local food, live music, and flash tattoos.
Here’s a riddle for you: What has six restaurants, two bars, self-pour beer + wine walls, a massive 25-ft TV, and 11 beach volleyball courts? Westfield Collective, which soft launches this month and officially opens in April. See included restaurants + other amenities. (Current)
Coming Soon
In case six restaurants weren’t enough for you, here’s a seventh: New brunch + breakfast spot The Besties’ Table announced it’s opening at 4022 Shelby St. on Saturday, March 28. Follow along for a menu reveal.
Community
It’s been three months since Vision Zero launched; what has the task force accomplished so far? Check in on its progress + projects in the pipeline, like converting one-way streets to two-way thoroughfares. (WTHR)
Edu
Applications for Indiana’s Choice Scholarship Voucher Program opened this week, giving parents state funds to send their kids to any school of their choice. Learn how the “Find Your Fit” campaign can help weigh options. (WTHR)
Number
Nine. That’s how many players the national champion Indiana Hoosiers sent to the NFL Combine, setting a new school record. See which players made waves and may be drafted in April. (WTHR)
Try This
Celebrate Women’s History Month with local events spotlighting women and women-identifying artists and leaders. From the Indiana Latina Artists exhibition at the Eiteljorg Museum to the Indy Drag Theatre’s musical parody at the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre and a classical concert at the Hilbert Circle Theatre, there’s plenty to explore.*
Edu
Skilled nurses are more in demand than ever as patients live longer with complex conditions. Enter: UIndy School of Nursing. Known for leading-edge programs at all degree levels, this local school prepares nurses to advance their careers and make a real impact. Programs include MSN-to-DNP, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, and more.*
Ranked
Which coffee shop in Indy has the longest lines? According to a new study, it’s the Dutch Bros location at 5310 E. Thompson Rd. — the No. 6 busiest coffee shop in the entire nation. See which Starbucks also ranked high on the list.
Health
ReadyRx pairs GLP-1 treatment with structure: physician oversight, lifestyle guidance, and support designed for follow-through. If your BMI is 27+, you may qualify for 24/7 medical access and program support. Check your eligibility and save $100 as a new patient with code HEALTH100.*
Post of the Day
This home also features original hardwood floors and beautiful built-ins. | Photo by @cheapoldhouses
Forget Mansion Monday. How about “Extremely Affordable Bungalow Thursday?” We love this cute little home for multiple reasons, but at the top of our list is the original Chambers oven — iykyk.
Five viral products that are actually worth paying attention to:
🛍️ A popular swap for claw clips: these flat hair clips for better comfortability and all-day wear.
🛍️ Owala’s best-selling water bottles, now available in exclusive prints + patterns from Urban Outfitters. Or, you can never go wrong with one of the classic color combos.
🛍️ This practical long-handle wall cleaner easily goes from cleaning baseboards to high areas — no step ladder required.
🛍️ A pair of cloud slides with an ultra-cushioned sole and sleek, durable design.
🛍️ Kasa’s smart lightbulbs that have 16+ million color options + can be controlled from anywhere using a free app.
More foodie fodder for you: Arlene’s Meat and Three, the new iteration of Milktooth opening in April, is hosting pop-ups on Friday, March 13 and Friday, March 20. Keep an eye on its Instagram for menus + other details — I sure will.
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