Curling rinks are latest attraction on Indianapolis Cultural Trail
Billed as “Curling on the Canal,” two synthetic ice rinks for curling—the sport in which players slide “stones” toward a target—are available for free play at Vermont Street Plaza.
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Snug bar is Irvington’s new cozy castle of Irish whiskey
Irish whiskey is represented in more than 90 bottles of different brands displayed at Snug, which opens Tuesday.
2023 Newsmaker: Irsay secures talent, donates to Farm Aid
In February, the Colts hired Shane Steichen as head coach, ending Irsay’s unconventional experiment that placed Jeff Saturday in the role for eight games of the 2022 season.
2023 Year in Review: Coffee concepts put jolt into food and beverage landscape
Coffee shops flowed into central Indiana this year, highlighted by 10 companies that launched new locations. Plus, there were a slew of restaurant openings and closings.
Ten entertainment and dining debuts on deck for 2024
Broadway shows, a music festival and surrealism at the Lume are new attractions planned for Indianapolis in the new year.
6th Newfields trustee resigns; 2 board members added
Membership on the board of trustees, which decreased from 30 to 24, is currently at 26 after additions of Robert Scheele and Leon Jackson.
10 ways to celebrate a tuneful New Year’s Eve
Check out our roster of events where music will accompany the arrival of 2024, beginning with two Indianapolis artists who perform original tunes:
Cafe, gathering space planned for historic Danish church in Fletcher Place
The founders of Lille Bonne envision it as a coffee shop, as well as a venue for yoga classes, art classes, live music, speaking events and private meetings.
UPDATE: Taco Bell Cantina franchisee schedules opening despite lawsuit
A lawsuit claims the planned Cantina is too close—within one-tenth of a mile—to Circle Centre Mall’s Taco Bell, setting up unfair competition in violation the Indiana Deceptive Franchise Practices Act.
Two Chicks District Co. shop shifting from Bates-Hendricks to Noblesville
“Good Bones” co-star Mina Starsiak Hawk credits a business owner in Noblesville for successfully promoting the suburb.
Detroit-style pizzas are new career for NFL SkyCam crew leader
Three years after making its debut as a popular pizza pop-up, Sam’s Square Pie plans to open in January as a full-fledged restaurant near the intersection of East 10th and Rural streets.
New sculpture at Indianapolis airport is a testament to travel
“Blue Skies” occupies a 40-feet-by-100-feet space above escalators and stairs at Indianapolis International Airport.
Artists unveiled for 6-foot basketball sculptures to celebrate NBA All-Star 2024
Basketball sculptures depicting Indiana’s high school hoops history are planned for downtown Indianapolis installation in February.
Ruoff Music Center tops year-end chart for tickets sold at amphitheater venues
More than 600,000 tickets were sold for $31.8 million to concert attendees at Noblesville’s Ruoff Music Center in 2023, according to Pollstar magazine.
Cirque du Soleil ‘Ovo’ show sets Indianapolis dates
Tickets go on sale Dec. 18 for five Cirque du Soleil performances scheduled at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in 2024.
PBS to air documentary made by Indianapolis filmmaker
Lawrence Central High School alum Samuel-Ali Mirpoorian also made a short film that’s eligible for 2025 Academy Award consideration.
UPDATE: Martin president resigns from Newfields board in response to CEO departure
Sean Huddleston, president of Martin University, resigned from the Newfields board of trustees on Nov. 20.
Four members of Newfields’ associate board resign in wake of CEO’s departure
Visit Indy executive Chris Gahl said the Newfields board of trustees has a poor track record of communicating with the board of governors.
Scarlet Lane Brewing to close two of five locations
Scarlet Lane Brewing announced Monday plans to close tap rooms in the Meridian-Kessler and Kennedy-King neighborhoods.
Plainfield warehouse serves as auction hub for returned goods at deep discounts
Online auction hub AllSurplus Deals opened Nov. 17 in a Plainfield warehouse to sell returned and overstock items directly to the public.