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Applause!: July 24-30

Weekly View — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 05:09:43 +0000

• Charles Braun will be the guest speaker at the July 28 meeting of the Perry Township/Southport Historical Society. His topic will be “America’s Constellation of Constitutions.” Braun is an attorney and host of “Legally Speaking,” a Saturday morning radio program on WICR 88.7. The meeting is at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 28, in the Perry Township Education Center, 6548 Orinoco Ave. Enter through the center doors at the northwest corner of the building.
• The Irving Circle Concert Series continues on Saturday, July 25 from 7-9 p.m. with the Roundups. Admission is free. The park is located at the intersection of Audubon and University in the heart of Irvington. Audubon and University will be blocked off to traffic before the concert. Bring a lawn chair! Food will be available for purchase, with the proceeds going to support maintenance on the Irving Circle.
• Poets Laureate of Lawrence is meeting at Benjamin Court Apartments (Independent 55+ Living Center), 5810 Lee Rd., Bldg. 1, Tuesday, July 28, from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Mary Sexson & Rosaleen Crowley are presenting. Poets Laureate attendees are welcome to attend. They plan to resume meeting at the Theater at the Fort on Tuesday, August 25.
• Indianapolis Public Library will welcome nationally renowned criminal defense attorney James H. Voyles Jr. for a conversation about his new memoir ALL RISE: My Life and Trials with the Famous, the Infamous, and the Misunderstood on Tuesday, July 28 from 6- 9 p.m. at the Central Library. Voyles has represented high-profile athletes and public figures such as Mike Tyson, Jim Irsay, and many more. The event will be in the Clowes Auditorium at Central Library, 40 E. St. Clair.
• IMPD East District will offer “Coffee with a Cop” at the Starbucks at 5702 E. Washington St. on Wednesday, July 29 from 1-2 p.m. This is an opportunity to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the officers in the neighborhood.
• Get ready for the Raiders of the Lost Antiques at locations on the near eastside on Saturday, Aug. 1 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Pick up a passport at any participating location, like Audrey’s on 10th St. or Stomping Ground at 1625 Nowland Ave., and start your antiquing adventure. Turn your passport in by the end of the day to win one of the many $25 gift cards from local businesses. This is a great way to explore what the near eastside businesses have to offer!
• The Holy Cross Wine and Cheese Festival will be held on Saturday, July 25 from 4-9 p.m. at the church, located at Sturm and Arsenal on the near eastside. Tickets are available online at indyholycross.org/festival/tickets. Enjoy wine samples, and cheese boxes from Tulip Tree Creamery. Tickets can also be purchased at the door. There will be a kid’s zone pass or $10.85 with all activities that kids love. Other packages include a 12 ticket bundle for $47.24, or a 24 ticket “Wine & Dine” for $92.18.

Applause!: July 17-23

Weekly View — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 05:09:44 +0000

• In early September, work is scheduled to begin on the $19.2 million Near Eastside Streetscape project, which will improve intersection safety on 10th Street from Tecumseh Street to Rural Street and along Rural Street from 10th Street to St. Clair Street.This includes the addition of a multi-use path, improved sidewalks and ADA ramps, stormwater management, and lighting, the placement of nearly 70 new trees, and intersection re-alignment of 10th & Rural. Citizens Energy Group is currently working in the area ahead of the project, and the road is closed between Tecumseh and Rural. Construction is expected to wrap up by the end of 2027.
• The Indianapolis International Airport will be installing 4,800 solar panels on the parking lot, providing covered parking for travelers while also producing about 10% of the power for the airport. They also have plans to install solar panels to the airfield and on top of the parking garage. Great idea!
• Caring with Purpose is holding a free community cookout on Saturday, July 25 from 3-6 p.m. at Downey Ave. Christian Church, 111 S. Downey. There will be activities for kids, plus cookout fare, and there will be someone there to do blood pressure checks as well. RSVP at https://tinyurl.com/y6srp4fm so they know how much food to bring.
• The Beech Grove Summer Concert Series continues on Thursday, July 23 from 7-9 p.m. at Sarah Bolton Park, 1300 Churchman Ave. with Heartstone Crossing, a classic rock-n-roll cover band. Admission is free — bring a chair and the family!
• The Town of Cumberland will host the Blues, Beer & BBQ concert on Saturday, July 25 from 6-9 p.m. at 11501 E. Washington St. It will be Ladies’ Night, and all are invited to the free concert. No outside alcohol is permitted, but there will be great local beer and food available for purchase.
• Lawrence kids can get free backpacks and back-to-school supplies while they last on Sunday, July 19 from noon-2 p.m. at Lawrence Community Park, 5301 N. Franklin Rd. There will also be a kickball game, and local resources for parents and students.
• Don’t forget about the Benton House Book Sale taking place from July 17-19. Loads of books to choose from — children’s, sci-fi, romance, reference, art, travel — all for very low prices. Please come by on Friday, July 17 from 5-8, Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and Bag Day, Sunday, July 19 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. All of the proceeds go to support the historic Benton House, located at 312 S. Downey Ave.
• Indianapolis law states that pets cannot be chained up outside with no shade when temperatures reach over 80. No dogs can be left outside when temperatures are above 90 degrees, and must be brought inside a temperature controlled building. If you see a dog suffering in this weather, please call 9-1-1 and they will try to get someone from Animal Services or another agency to tend to the issue.

Applause!: July 10-16

Weekly View — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:09:03 +0000

• Folklore Mexicano Festival 2026 will take place Saturday, July 11, 12 – 4 p.m. at Central Library, 40 E. St. Clair. Enjoy performances, live music, activities, Mexican food truck, mercado (shops), and informational booths.
• The Irvington Farmers Market will be held Sunday, July 12 at Ellenberger Park, 5301 E. St. Clair, from noon-3 p.m. Music, produce, artisans, and more will be there.
• Join Singer-songwriters Bill Corder, Jess Jones and Bill Price for an evening of all original music on Saturday, July 11 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. outside on the Irving Theater deck at Johnson and Ritter. If it rains, the performance will be inside the theater.
• IndyGo’s construction on the Blue Line will close E. Washington St. from State to Rural. Route 8 will be re-routed using New Jersey, New York, and Rural streets during the next few weeks. Plan accordingly.
• Good Shepherd UMC, 2015 S. Arlington Ave. will hold a church rummage sale Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. both days. Proceeds will benefit Hope Center Indy and other local nonprofits. There will be a pre-sale for $10 admission fee on Thursday, July 16 from 5-8 p.m.
• The Big Red Box project that provides free food for our neighbors, can use extra water during these hot days. They go through cases of bottled water when the temperatures rise. Some of the boxes are in Irvington, including 30 N. Audubon (UMC), Downey Ave. Christian Church at 111 S. Downey Ave., and at Community Hospital East on the corner of 16th and Ritter. Please only donate non-perishable goods in the boxes — fresh food will spoil and cause problems.
• Indiana has broken the record for most tornadoes in a year — and it’s only July. The previous record was set in 2011, when there were 72 verified tornadoes. This year, there have been 77 verified. Our average is 22. Illinois has had 178 so far this year!
• Footlite Musicals will present Footloose, based on the movie, from July 17-26. This is their Young Artist Production, with a cast of 13-18-year-olds.The show will be at the Hedback Theatre, 1847 N. Alabama. Tickets are $27 and available online at footlite.org/buy-tickets
• Friends of Indy Animals will host a Talk with a Trainer discussion at Indianapolis Animal Care Services on Saturday, July 18 from 1:00-2:30 p.m. at the new shelter, 5001 E. Raymond. Don’t bring your dog, but bring questions about behavior and training, and how to best advocate for your dog at the vet. Connie Swaim will host. Please RSVP by e-mailing iacshomeprogram@gmail.com.
• The Midwest Stamp Dealers Association will hold a Stamp Show Saturday, July 11 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, July 12 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Lawrence Community Park, 5301 N. Franklin Rd. There will be dealers in stamps, collections, supplies, and more. Admission is free.

Applause!: July 3-9

Weekly View — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:09:39 +0000

• A big thanks goes out to the Irvington Garden Club’s successful Garden Tour! There were some exceptional gardens on the tour this year, and everything ran smoothly despite the heat. Well done!
• The 4th of July is a federal holiday, so state, federal, and local offices will be closed. Indianapolis Public Library branches will also be closed, as well as post offices.
• Ash & Elm Cider company will host a 10th anniversary bash on Saturday, July 11 between 3-8 p.m. at their production space, 2112 E. Washington St. There will be food, music, and lots of cider. Tickets are $8, and available in advance at event.ontaptickets.com/events/10th-anniversary-party-7-11-2026
• Mark your calendar for a house concert with the Rob Dixon Trio on Sunday, July 12 at 4 p.m. at 1230 N. Riley. Dixon is a legend in Midwest, and director of Indy Jazz Fest. Tickets are available at clearvibeshouseconcerts.com/rsvp. Concerts are free, but a $20 donation is suggested.
• Indianapolis Animal Care Services is hosting an adoption event on Saturday and Sunday, July 11 & 12 for those ready to adopt a furever family member. They will also provide information on fostering, volunteering at the shelter, or the new shelter itself. Hours are noon-7 p.m. and it will be held at the new facility at 5001 E. Raymond St.
• The Beech Grove Concert series continues on Thursday, July 9 at 7 p.m. at Beech Grove Park, 1300 Churchman Ave. The Doo Band will be playing high energy covers of great songs. The concert is free, so bring your own chairs and have fun!
• First Friday is July 3, and the Harrison, 1505 will be open 6-9 with open studios and great gallery shows. Also check out the Factory Arts District at 1125 Brookside Ave., a sprawling facility dedicated to creating collaborations and unique art. Irvington will be hopping with special shows at Magpie Studio and Gallery, plus many shops in the area will feature local artists and their works.
• Just a reminder to all the folks out there buying fireworks: Indianapolis has a fireworks ordinance that states you can’t set them off in public spaces (streets and parks), and only to 11 p.m. You can be fined if you violate the ordinance. Every year, the emergency rooms are filled with people who didn’t pay attention and got burned or body parts blown off. Kids have no business handling fireworks. If someone in your neighborhood is violating the ordinance, call police non-emergency at 317-327-3811 or 311.
• The City of Lawrence will hold its annual Lawrence 4th Fest on Saturday, July 4 from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. There will be a parade at 10 a.m., classic car show, food trucks and vendors, a kid’s zone with bounce houses and more, music, kickball tournament, and a fireworks show at 10 p.m. Check it out at the Lawrence Community Park, 5301 N. Franklin Rd.

Happy Independence Day to all our readers!

Applause!: June 26-July 2

Weekly View — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:09:26 +0000

• Here we go again! Citizens Energy will be on E. 10th St. to perform sewer work, lasting approximately four weeks from June 22. For the duration of the project, 10th Street will be closed between Eastern and N. Hamilton avenues. This work will not impact sewer service to businesses or residents, but you will see workers around sewer manholes. Detours will involve Rural and Michigan streets, so expect more delays and backups. Between Washington being torn up and all the other construction, eastsiders are becoming experts in detours!
• The proposal to increase vehicle taxes in Marion County was approved by the City-County Council 7-3. The proposal would raise the local tax upon registration of vehicles, in order to get matching funds for road and infrastructure improvements. It will go to the full Council for a vote on Monday, July 6 at 7 p.m. at the County Building, 200 E. Washington St.
• Don’t forget the Irvington Garden Club Garden Tour on Sunday, June 28 from 1-5 p.m. Tickets are only $10, plus you get a free plant! Proceeds go to support the Garden Club in their many beautification projects.
• The Marion County Fair will be held July 3-12. Tickets are $8 cash or $11 card, and kids 5 and under are free. Parking is $5 cash, $8 card. Saturdays are kid’s days, July 4 and 11. The fairgrounds are located at 7300 E. Troy Ave. Guests under 18 must enter with an adult 21 and older, and up to 6 minors per adult. Hours are 5-11 on weekdays, weekends noon-11 p.m.
• Pyramid of Enlightenment is holding a psychic fair June 27 & 28 at their headquarters, 8117 E. Washington. Admission is $5 and readings are $20 cash or $30 card. Hours are 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday.
• Cumberland is holding a free Blues, Beer & BBQ on Saturday, June 27 from 6-10 p.m. at 11501 E. Washington St. There will be fireworks, and performers Mike Milligan and Steam Shovel, Brandon Santini, and Gordon Bonham. No outside beverages allowed — Guggman Haus Brewing, Primeval Brewing, and Sip n Read will be out there, as well as BBQ and other food vendors. Bring your own lawn chairs and have a great time!
• The Indianapolis Symphonic Band will be performing patriotic favorites to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the U.S. on Wednesday, July 1 at 7 p.m. at the MacAllister Amphitheater in Garfield Park. This family-friendly concert is free. The theater is located at 2425 Conservatory Dr.
• The abandoned medical building on the corner of Ritter and 16th St. is now part of the City’s continuous vacancy program after neighbors have repeatedly called in complaints. The site has been vacant since about 2018, and has attracted vandalism and crime for years. The city has had a hard time communicating with the out-of-state owners, who have been unresponsive. Keep calling the Mayor’s Action Center at 317-327-4622 to keep up the pressure.

Applause!: June 19-25

Weekly View — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:09:56 +0000

• To mark the Juneteenth holiday, all locations of the Indianapolis Public Library will be closed on Friday, June 19, except for the InfoZone at the Children’s Museum, which will be open from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Closures will primarily affect city-county offices, post offices, and banks. Trash pickup will be delayed by one day, so Friday trash days will slide to Saturday. IndyGo will operate on Saturday bus schedules.
• Another hit to our wallets is coming, thanks to AES. Their Summer 2026 Fuel Adjustment will be effective June through August 2026. They will be charging an additional $9.52 per month for a household using 1,000 kWh of electricity (about 7.3% higher). According to AES, higher-than-expected natural gas costs during winter led to an approved temporary tracker increase.
• GEO Next Generation Academy will host a NE Corridor Connect and Town Hall on Tuesday, June 23 from 5-7:30 p.m. at the school, located at 4010-4020 N. Sherman Dr. It is a chance to connect to residents, schools, nonprofits, and public agencies to collaborate throughout the Northeast Indianapolis Corridor. Free to attend.
• On Sunday, June 21, Arts for Lawrence will host their 3rd Sunday Jazz Concert at the Fort Ben Cultural Campus, 8970 Otis Ave. from 4:30-6:30. The concerts this year will serve as presentations of Unsung Giants, Brandon Meeks’ award-winning project honoring the overlooked influence of Indiana jazz legacy artists. The show is free, but reserve space with tickets on Eventbrite (eventbrite.com), and search for 3rd Sunday Concert.
• Garfield Park will have a Carnivorous Plant Show on Saturday, June 27 at the Conservatory in the Gazebo Room at 1 p.m. Find out all about these unusual and fascinating plants. Admission is $7 per person, or $15 per family. Garfield Park Conservatory is located at 2519 Garfield Plaza Dr.
• Mark your calendar for a House Concert on Monday, June 29 at 6 p.m. at 1230 Riley Ave. with Charlie Ballantine, a beloved and talented jazz guitarist. This is a free concert with a $20 suggested donation. You must RSVP online at clearvibeshouseconcerts.com/rsvp
• Every Thursday, The Hill takes place at 6 p.m. for a free community fitness experience at Lawrence Park, 5301 N. Franklin Rd. Walking, jogging, running is encouraged. It is free to attend, and a great way to meet people.
• Beech Grove will host a Block Party on Friday, June 26 starting at 5 p.m. along Main St. There will be local artists, food, music, and a showing of the movie Remember the Titans at dusk. Patriotic costumes are encouraged!

Happy Father’s Day on June 21 to all the dads that helped shape our lives!

Applause!: June 12-18

Weekly View — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:09:38 +0000

• The Second Chance Workshop returns to Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Wednesday, June 17, offering free license reinstatement assistance and expungement screenings for those looking for a fresh start. Hours are 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 S. Pennsylvania. This event is FREE, but space is limited and assistance is provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Indy Pride Parade & Festival takes place Saturday and Sunday, June 13–14, in downtown Indianapolis. The parade kicks off Saturday, June 13 at 10 a.m. along Mass Ave. and is free and open to the public. The festival spans Military Park, Celebration Plaza, White River State Park, and the Indiana State Museum Lawn.
• The next Irvington Community Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 16 at 7 p.m. at Irvington Presbyterian Church, 55 Johnson Ave. In addition, the meeting will be livestreamed on the Council’s Facebook page.
• The City of Lawrence will be celebrating Juneteenth on Saturday, June 13 from 4-8 p.m. at the Arts for Lawrence campus on the corner of 56th St. and Post. There will be live music, performances, vendors, local food trucks, kids’ activities, and a gallery exhibit. The festival is free.
• Mark your calendar for Saturday, June 20 for a Juneteenth Quilting Day at Arts for Learning, 3328 E. 10th St., Suite A from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Led by Vickie Daniels and Theo Ball, you’ll have a hands-on experience creating a quilted book and design custom buttons inspired by Black culture. This is a free family-friendly event.
• The first performance at the Warren Performing Arts Center since COVID will feature organist Mark Herman on Sunday, June 14 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the door for $15. He will be playing from the Great American Songbook on the Paramount Music Palace Organ. You can order tickets online at https://tinyurl.com/5azd7dpa
• Irvington Library will host an adult book discussion on Monday, June 15 from 6:30-7:45 p.m. The book to be discussed will be the classic J.R.R. Tolkien novel The Hobbit. No registration is necessary.
• The Fourth Wall Players will present Lady Windermere’s Fan June 12-14 and June 19-21 at the Backlot Makerspace and Venue, 5635 Bonna Ave. in Irvington. The play is by Oscar Wilde, first performed in 1892. This will be a family-friendly performance. Tickets are $15 and are available at the door or purchase online at www.4thwallplayers.org/tickets.
• Indianapolis and Marion County law states that dogs kept outside must be brought into a temperature controlled building when temperatures are about 90 degrees. If you see a tethered dog outside, call the Mayor’s Action Center at 317-327-4622 or 317-327-3811 for after-hours emergencies. And if you’re running errands, please don’t leave them in the car on hot days — leave them at home.

Applause!: June 5-11

Weekly View — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:09:16 +0000

• On Saturday, June 6 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., there will be a pop-up clinic of the season. Vaccinations of dogs and/or cats will be only $5 per animal. The clinic will be at Frederick Douglass Park, 1616 E. 25th St. Dogs will receive the rabies and DAPP vaccine and cats will receive the rabies and FVRCP vaccine. Dogs must be on a short, fixed leash and cats must be in a secure, hard-case carrier. Pets must be at least 6 weeks old to be eligible for services. Clinics are first-come, first-served.
• There will be a Community Block Party at the Eiteljorg, 500 W. Washington St. from 3 to 7 p.m. on Friday June 5, when admission will be FREE or pay what you can. Enjoy live music under The Sails, a DJ spinning between sets and performances by local student groups. Play classic lawn games, and order tasty food options from Museum Café, open for extended hours with a cash bar outside. Go inside for a tour of the galleries, and at 5:30 p.m., watch the short animated film Things You Know But Cannot Explain, about contemporary artist Rick Bartow (Wiyot, 1946-2016), a 2001 Eiteljorg Fellow.
• The City of Indianapolis will host an information session about the old Women’s Prison reuse on Tuesday, June 16 at 6 p.m. at the Spades Park Library, 1801 Nowland Ave. There will not be a Q & A, so e-mail questions to dmdengagement@indy,gov and register for the in-person session at https://tally.so/r/XxzLLe
• The Franklin Township Historical Society will have two different fundraiser sales, in different locations and on different dates.On Saturday, June 6 there will be a sale of furniture and other items in the garage immediately south of the Society’s historic 1871 Meeting House (park at 6510 S. Franklin Rd). Then a week later the Society’s popular “Antiques & Rummage Sale” will be held as usual at the Franklin Township Civic League, 8822 Southeastern Ave, on Friday June 12 (from 8 to 6) and on Saturday June 13 (from 8 to 2).
• IndyGo will begin its transition to MyKey new cards and apps as of July 1. Passes will no longer be sold online, at the Care Center Desk or at ticket vending machines. Visit indygo.net for more information about the new system.
• Mark your calendar for Saturday, June 13 at 7 p.m. as the Friends of Irving Circle begin their 2026 concert series with Audio Diner. This is a beloved tradition every summer, where everyone gathers at the South Circle, 5703 University Ave. and listens to great music under the trees. Concessions will be sold, and proceeds go to maintain the fountain and grounds. The circle will be closed to traffic.
• Swing by the Factory Arts District, 1125 Brookside Ave., on Saturday, June 6 at 9 a.m. for a monthly gathering of old car enthusiasts around coffee and donuts. Lots of great old vehicles to admire!

Applause!: May 22-June 4

Weekly View — Thu, 21 May 2026 05:09:37 +0000

• In partnership with Heartland Film, the City of Lawrence will host Films at the Fort. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, friends, and family and enjoy movies on specific days. On Friday, May 29 Despicable Me will be showing, and on Friday, August 28, Hitch. Films will be shown at Fort Ben Cultural Campus, 8950 Otis Ave. Food Trucks Open at 6 p.m. Movies Begin at 7 p.m.
• Reserved seating for the Indianapolis 500 on May 24 will be sold out for the second consecutive year, and the local television broadcast delay will be lifted again. Watch the race on Sunday, May 24. The flag drops at 12:30 p.m.
• Kevin Murray will be guest speaker at the Tuesday, May 26 meeting of the Perry Township/Southport Historical Society. Kevin is an attorney and author of the book, The First Fighting Irish: The 35th Indiana Volunteer Infantry: Hoosier Hibernians in the War for the Union. Come join them for an interesting evening of history and conversation. This meeting was originally scheduled for January but had to be postponed due to weather. The meeting is at 7:00 p.m. in the Perry Township Education Center, 6548 Orinoco Ave. Enter through the center doors at the northwest corner of the building.
• The Martindale-Brightwood Branch library will be celebrating 125 years of serving the community from 1901 to 2026 on Saturday, May 30 from 2:00 – 4:30 p.m. at the branch, 2434 N. Sherman Dr. Staff, community historians, and past branch leadership will be on hand. There will be live music and light refreshments served. Browse through Branch memorabilia and images from Digital Indy, meet and chat with past staff from the Brightwood Library.
• IMPD East District will host Coffee with a Cop on Wednesday, May 27 from 9-10 a.m. at the Dunkin at 3810 N. Shadeland. This is a great way to meet officers and chat about law enforcement in the area.
• Earth Fest will be held at Garfield Park on Saturday, May 30 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The festival focuses on the celebration of nature, sustainability, conservation, and environmental awareness. There will lots of local vendors and environmental agencies on hand with information and advice. The park is located at Raymond and Shelby streets.
• The Beech Grove Concert Series kicks off on Thursday, May 28 from 6-9 p.m. with Union Suit Rally at 6 p.m. and 90 Proof at 7:30 p.m. at the Sarah T. Bolton Park, 1300 Churchman Ave. The shows are free, and everyone is welcome to bring their own seating. The concerts continue on June 11 & 25, July 9 & 23, Aug. 6 & 20.
• The Backlot venue, 5635 Bonna Ave., is hosting a Busy Sunday improvement day on Sunday, May 31 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Volunteers are encouraged to come out and help with improvements to the venue like painting, repairing, cleaning it out and more. Visit backlot-irvington.com for an idea of what needs to be done.

Memorial Day weekend is upon us! The Indianapolis Public Library branches will be closed May 23-25, and state, federal and local government offices will be closed May 25. We ladies of the View are also taking a week off to catch our breath. The next issue will be for June 5. Thank you for reading!

Applause!:May 15-21

Weekly View — Thu, 14 May 2026 05:09:09 +0000

• Construction of the new roundabout at 75th Street and Oaklandon Road will begin with intermittent partial lane closures starting May 18. Beginning June 1, the intersection will fully close to traffic for roundabout construction. The full closure is expected to remain in place through at least Aug. 17.
• During your spring cleaning, did you decide to cull your book stash? Book donations are being taken for the Benton House used book sale in July. Most books are acceptable but they can’t accept encyclopedias, dictionaries or textbooks. Donations can be put in the deck box at the back of the Benton House, 312 S. Downey Ave. near the parking lot. For large donations, please e-mail booksale@thebentonhouse.org.
• The new Animal Care shelter on the corner of Raymond and Emerson is open, and if you are looking for a fur-ever friend, they could be waiting for you! Adoption fees are $60 per animal, which covers the cost of caring for the cats and dogs.
• Grandmaster Charles Ingram is presenting the 32nd Annual Circle City Kicks open Karate tournament on Saturday, May 30 at Pleasant Run Elementary, 1800 N. Franklin Rd. Doors open at 8 a.m., and the opening ceremony begins at 10:45 a.m. Preregistration is on May 18 $60, May 19-30 $65. There will be prizes awarded. Call Grandmaster Charles Ingram at 317-418-4712 for more information.
• Art historian Katie Grant will hold a lecture on Plein Air painting on Thursday, May 21 from 7-8 p.m. at the Hancock Arts Gallery, 20-A N. State St. in Greenfield. Other experienced plein air artists will be on hand to answer questions and provide tips. For more information, visit hancockcountyarts.org
• The Irvington Community Yard Sale is this weekend, May 16 and 17. Rain date for the sale is May 30-31. Individuals in the neighborhood will be out selling their stuff all over the place, so get in your car and look for signs! Also, Market Vintage at 9 Johnson Ave., will have a big sale on Saturday, May 16 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. with all sorts of stuff.
• Bottleworks will host a market on Saturday, May16 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. at 850 E. Mass Ave. There will be food vendors, vintage and artisan booths, and much more.
• The Broad Ripple Art Fair will be held on Saturday, May16 and Sunday, May 17 at the Indy Arts Center, 820 E. 67th St. Tickets at the gate are $18 for adults, and children 5-12 are $5. The tickets at the gate are cashless, so plan accordingly. Artists from all over will be showing their works, plus live music, food and adult beverages will be available. This is one of the biggest art fairs in the area.
• Irvington Community Elementary School is hosting their annual native plant sale on Saturday, May 23 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Redbird120 Gardening, 6705 Julian Ave. There will be native plant experts and volunteer Master Gardeners on hand to answer questions about gardening with native plants.