All pools will be open Wednesday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. + 3 p.m.-6 p.m. with the exception of Thatcher Park’s pool, which is closed on Sundays.
There are 10 other public pools that are not yet available for public use. Indy Island Aquatic Center at 8575 E. Raymond St. + Bethel Park’s pool at 2850 Bethel Ave. are currently closed for maintenance but should reopen soon. Ellenberger Park’s pool at 5301 E. St. Clair St. is experiencing mechanical issues, but should reopen before the swim season is over. As always, we’ll keep you posted.
Due to a staffing shortage, additional pools aren’t quite ready to open. If you or someone you know is interested in working at a pool this summer, applications can be found on the city’s website.
Here’s a map of splash pads around the Circle City. | Screenshot via City of Indianapolis
Splash pads
If you’re looking for something a bit more shallow, a splash pad might be for you. These are typically made of concrete and have motion-detection to release streams of water + mist.
You can find them all around the city, including places like Holliday Park (6363 Spring Mill Dr.) + Bertha Ross Park (3700 N. Clifton Ave.), where you can cool off after a long hike or get a view of the historic Crown Hill Cemetery. See the full list of splash pads.
Yellowjackets at the Jazz Kitchen | Tues., June 21 | 5 p.m. | 5377 N. College Avenue | $20+ | Come and listen to the Yellowjackets — a two-time Grammy award-winning band with a 43 year long career. 🎶
Stevie Nicks | Tues., June 21 | 8 p.m. | Ruoff Music Center | $180+ | The queen of rock and roll Stevie Nicks will perform solo hits + covers of various Fleetwood Mac songs. 🎤
Wednesday
Canal Nights | Wed., June 22 | 6-8 p.m. | Indiana State Museum | Free | It’s astronomy night at the canal — learn what the summer solstice really means. ✨
Go All IN Day | Fri., June 24 | All day | Various locations | Free | Sign up with pals or coworkers to volunteer for a couple of hours at one of the many organizations involved with this day of giving back. 👐
We have amonthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
We’d never guess that these chic patio chairs are made from recycled water bottles. | Photo provided by Outer
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The Lafayette Square Mall property will be closed for three months (Aug. 29-Nov. 21) while it’s being renovated by development firm Sojos Capital LLC. Last year, we told you the plans for this old mall, and the $200 million project is scheduled to complete its first phase by April 2023. 🏗️ (IBJ)
Opening
The Indiana State Museum has a newpermanent exhibit opening this Sat., June 25 at 10 a.m. — and it’s called “Gallery One.” The 5,000 sqft gallery will include a unique collection of objects + artifacts that tell stories and provoke important conversations. Learn more.
Real Estate
Though the late philanthropist Christel DeHaan’s Linden Houseis being transformed into a Restoration Hardware, there’s still another DeHaan house up for grabs in Zionsville. The $2.75 million estate has four gated acres, including a 14,500 sqft house with an indoor pool. Get the details. 🏡(Indianapolis Monthly)
Festival
On Wed., June 29, the International Center + Indianapolis City Market are co-hosting a Ukrainian Day Festival with proceeds benefiting the Ukrainian Society of Indiana. Taking place at City Market, the event will include cultural food demos, tastings, and musical performances. 🇺🇦
Outdoors
Today marks the first day of Pollinator Week — a nationwide celebration of plant pollinators like bees, butterflies + bats. Until Sat., June 25, you can visit Holliday Park and do pollinator-related crafts, hike with a naturalist, and learn from the Central Indiana Beekeepers Association. Get involved. 🐝
Hoosier
Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds was recently inducted into Madam Walker Legacy Center’s “Walk of Fame.” The singer, songwriter + record producer was born in Indy and attended North Central High School. He’s worked with artists like Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, and Beyoncé. 🎤 (Indianapolis Recorder)
Featured
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Swan Lake is swooping onto the Clowes Hall stage this fall. The famous love story will be performed by 50 professional ballet dancers as part of the World Ballet Series on Sun., Oct. 23.
Editor’s pick:Hiking with a naturalist at Holliday Park sounds like a bee-utiful way to celebrate Pollinator Week. Did you know that at 3 p.m. on Saturday, it will host a bilingual pollinator program for Spanish-speakers? 🦋
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