• Reckless driving, spinning, and street takeovers are dangerous to participants, onlookers, and disrespectful to those who are trying to use the roadway appropriately. IMPD is seeing an increase in road “takeovers” now that warmer weather is here. Enforcement efforts will continue, cars will be towed, and arrests will be made. Community members with knowledge of illegal spinning, street takeovers, and reckless driving are urged to call 911 or the non-emergency line at 317-327-3811.
• Families can now sign up for the summer learning and enrichment program sponsored by The Mind Trust that includes in-person math and reading instruction. The learning labs run from June 15 to July 17 at 62 different sites for students entering first to ninth grade in the fall of 2026. The program is free, but there may be fees for before and after care as well extended weeks. Breakfast and lunch are included. More information and how to enroll: indysummerlearninglabs.com/enroll
• Overall crime in Lawrence decreased in 2025, according to city officials. The city experienced a 77.8% drop in homicides, a 34% drop in vehicle thefts, an 86% drop in carjackings, a 36% drop in robberies, and a 48% drop in criminal recklessness. Additionally, the Mayor noted that two homicides in Lawrence in 2025 were solved. She also reported that the Lawrence Police Department recovered more than 230 firearms in 2025.
• Work has begun on the Shelby Street bridge over Pleasant Run, The bridge will be fully closed during construction, and is expected to reopen in November. Drivers can follow the Fountain Square detour. There will be soft closures along the stretch of Shelby St. between Raymond an East Pleasant Run Parkway S. Dr.
• On Sunday, April 5 from 5-6 p.m., friends of Broad Ripple Park will offer a Wildflower Walk through the park at 1426 Broad Ripple Ave. Wildflower expert Bill Malcolm will guide the walk, pointing out the wildflowers that are coming in. Meet up at the tennis court off of Evanston Ave. by 5 p.m.
• First Friday on April 3 looks like a blast! The Harrison Center at 1505 N. Delaware will host 8 new exhibits and have a community sing with the Indianapolis Women’s Chorus from 6-9 p.m. In Irvington, Hampton & Co. will host Kitschcraft and lots of fun, along with many of the businesses in Irvington. Don’t forget to stop by Carpenter Realtors in Irvington at 5636 E. Washington for their local artist’s display and open house. Please support our local businesses and artisans as they deal with the disruption caused by the closure of Ritter and Washington.
• Epicurean Indy is bringing back MOkAO, a festival of chocolate and coffee on Saturday, April 4 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Stutz. 1060 N. Capitol Ave. There will be exhibitions and educational programs on the importance of cocao and coffee in the Americas, plus an epicurean marketplace and display of chocolate artistry. There will be a variety of coffee and pastry shops represented. It is a family-friendly event with hands-on activities for the kids and educational experiences.