Hello Friday. March 29 2024 |
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Life is an adventure — shouldn’t your drinks be too? We know sip happens, so we’ve found some of the best beverage experiences the city has to offer. |
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Customers can now book the HandleBar for extended brunch tours. | Photo by @handlebarindy |
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🍻 HandleBar | 501 Madison Ave.
You’ve probably seen this bike bar rolling down the street — for two hours, guests pedal their way through the Circle City while stopping at local bars along the way. Want more biking fun? You can get tickets for the new extended two and a half hour brunch tour.
🍹 Hotel Tango | 702 Virginia Ave.
We invite you to graduate from Tango University — a mixologist leads a 90-minute class where students make two of their own cocktails. At the end, they’ll get to take home two 375-mL bottles of their own creations.
🧋 Nine Lives | 1315 Shelby St. Suite 1
The building is half tea + coffee shop, half cat lounge. All kitties are adoptable except for resident cats Sora and Squidward and the relaxing environment is purr-fect for spending time with the felines. Pro tip: We recommend the Cafe Meow (AKA, a cafe miel).
🍷 Easley Winery | 205 N. College Ave. The winery’s tasting room is open every day from 12-5 p.m. You can sip from seven award-winning wines for $7 while you enjoy the rustic feel of this family-owned establishment. ☕️ Amberson Coffee & Grocer | 401 S. College Ave.
While you’re there, you can shop around + pick up some groceries for the week — the store offers a small selection of locally grown food.
Pro tip: Make sure you check the websites in advance to get your tickets + reservations before you head out to drink up. |
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Zac Brown Band | Thurs., July 28 | 7 p.m. | Ruoff Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St., Noblesville | $35+ | Get ready to sing along with this country rock band. 🎶
Friday -
Jeff Lorber | Fri., July 29 | 7 p.m. | The Jazz Kitchen, 5377 N. College Ave. | $40+ | Grammy Award-winner Jeff Lorber takes the stage. 🎷
Saturday -
Bottleworks Market | Sat., July 30 | 12-8 p.m. | Bottleworks District | Free | Stroll through the north end of Carrollton Avenue + shop dozens of unique vendors selling vintage, handmade goods, decor, and clothing. 🛍️
Indiana Fashion Week: The Runway Shows | Sat., July 30 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Dallara IndyCar Factory, 1201 N. Main St. Speedway | $100+ | This high-velocity event will show off the best in fashion from some of Indiana’s top designers. 👠
Sunday - Landlocked Drag Brunch | Sun., July 31 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Landlocked Baking Company, 120 S. Audubon Rd. | $10 | Enjoy a brunch menu with vegan options, house-made baked goods, and craft cocktails. 🥐
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We have a monthly 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. |
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Hampton Farms has been in biz for 75+ years, so you know they’ve got the snacking thing down. | Photo provided by Hampton Farms |
We’re four days into INDYtoday’s first Drink Up Week — and we’re loving every second. Here’s something else to add to your plate: Hampton Farms gourmet peanuts — because the only thing better than a drink is a drink + a snack. Here are three of our go-to pairings: Is your stomach rumbling? Click the button to start your order. 🥜 * |
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Weather - 85º | Mostly cloudy | 25% chance of rain
Closing -
Garden center + plant shop Monon Plant Co. announced plans to close at the end of August. Monon will continue to offer wedding and event requests, though we’ll sure miss picking up a fiddle leaf fig or two. The company as well as the Broad Ripple building are currently for sale. 🪴
Development -
It takes serious cash to bring Lafayette Square Mall into the 21st century. Owner Fabio de la Cruz has reportedly spent $50 million already on upgrades including new roofing, HVAC systems + exterior painting including colorful murals. Next up for the mall: an additional $150 million and a three-month closure to support renovations. 💸 (IndyStar)
Ranked -
IU Health Medical Center has been ranked the No. 1 hospital in Indiana for the 25th year running in U.S. News’ 2022-23 hospital rankings. The medical center was also nationally ranked for its ear, nose, and throat specialty, and its Riley Hospital for Children was ranked No. 3 in the Midwest. 🏥 (WRTV)
Tech -
Virtual reality career labs will be in every Indiana high school + college by 2025. VisionThree Inc., an Indy-based tech company, recently launched the $80 million initiative. The labs will simulate working in different career fields, with a goal of helping young people choose career paths earlier and creating a talent pipeline. (Inside Indiana Business)
State -
You may not have to pay sales tax on diapers in Indiana anymore, if a new bill from the Indiana House passes. House Bill 1001 would eliminate the current 7% sales tax on diapers, though the proposal is subject to change during the special session. Share your thoughts with your state representative. 🍼 (IndyStar)
Biz -
Calling local businesses. A new Workforce Pilot from the Indy Chamber will help companies reduce racial disparities + support equity in business. The two-year program will host 30 companies and teach evidence-based strategies from industry experts. Apply by Wed., August 31 for the fall 2022 program.
Edu -
Five high schools in Indianapolis are aiming to be recognized as Early College High Schools — a designation that gives students access to college credit classes — thanks to financial support from the Urban College Acceleration Network. A program out of the University of Indianapolis, UCAN seeks to ease the transition into higher education. (Chalkbeat Indiana)
Sports -
Get pumped for Indiana football. Read about Indiana linebacker Cam Jones’s dedication to leading a winning football team after a 0-9 conference record last season. 🏈 (Sports Illustrated)
Finance -
When beginning the journey of buying a home, getting pre-approved should be the least of anyone’s worries. Opendoor recently announced a financing app that enables consumers to get a mortgage pre-approval in less than two minutes. It’s currently available to CA customers, with availability in additional states coming soon. 🏡 *
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Kids + families might want to take a brake from their summer schedules and head to Bike Night on Thurs., August 4 from 4-8 p.m. Part of the Children’s Museum will be transformed into a cycling-lover’s paradise with obstacle courses, helmet giveaways + community booths. Bonus: Indy 500 winner Tony Kanaan will be attending the event + sharing inspirational stories from 6-7 p.m. 🚲
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