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summerfun guide TABLE OF CONTENTS SUMMER FESTIVALS ................................................................ 4 SUMMER MUSIC ........................................................................ 11 OUTDOOR DINING .................................................................. 21 FARMERS MARKETS ................................................................. 26 SPORTS ........................................................................................... 32 MOVIES ........................................................................................... 35 THEME PARKS ............................................................................. 37 INDEX .............................................................................................. 39 PUBLISHER: Kevin McKinney (kmckinney@nuvo.net) EDITOR: Jim Poyser (jpoyser@nuvo.net) ARTS EDITOR: Scott Shoger (sshoger@nuvo.net) MUSIC EDITOR: Katherine Coplen (kcoplen@nuvo.net) NEWS EDITOR: Rebecca Townsend (rtownsend@nuvo.net) EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTORS: Grant Catton, Neil Charles, Ed Johnson-Ott, Jennifer Troemner, Sam Watermeier PHOTOGRAPHY: Stacy Kagiwada, Mark Lee SENIOR DESIGNER: Asha Patel (apatel@nuvo.net) DISTRIBUTION MANAGER: Christa Phelps (cphelps@nuvo.net) MARKETING MANAGER: Lauren Guidotti (lguidotti@nuvo.net) DIRECTOR OF SALES & MARKETING: Mary Morgan (mmorgan@nuvo.net) BUSINESS MANAGER: Kathy Flahavin (kflahavin@nuvo.net)

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SUMMER FESTIVALS June Vintage Indiana June 2, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. The 13th annual Vintage Indiana Wine & Food Festival showcases Indiana grown wine and food, and features live shows from Indiana’s most popular musicians along with numerous art vendors. There are also artists’ booths as well as a kid zone. Sample up to 200 wines as you celebrate Indiana wineries. Musical acts include Mike Milligan and Steam Shovel, Jennie DeVoe and Casey James. Food includes Bazbeaux Pizza. Tickets range from $5-22. Military Park, vintageindiana.com. Indy Pride June 2-9 More than a parade, the Indy Pride week starts off with a 5k run, then, over the week features such fun as a community picnic, pet pride, a concert, and the always popular Indy Pride Bag Ladies Show. The parade is on Saturday, June 9. It begins in the morning and culminates in an evening of entertainment at the American Legion Mall. Headliners are Deborah Cox and Cazwell. More than 50,000 revelers are expected. Indy Pride is the city’s largest GLBT

celebration, a massive party that puts the icing on the week of programs and events. For a complete schedule of events, go to indyprideinc.org.

see pg. 18. Free. Harrison Center for the Arts, harrisoncenter.org.

Asian Fest June 9, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Experience Asia without leaving Indy. Asian American Alliance, Inc. (AAAI) along with Indy Parks will bring the sights, tastes and sounds of Asia to Garfield Park with the fourth annual Asia Fest. Festival highlights include cultural performances, a bonsai tree show at the park’s conservatory and sunken garden, interactive cultural discovery, and Asian art exhibit at the park’s art center, anime, food from local Asian restaurants and Asian merchandise vendors. Free. Garfield Park, aaalliance.org.

Talbot Street Art Fair June 9-10 Located in the heart of one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods, the Talbot Street Art Fair has been cited as one of the top art fairs in the nation. Every summer, for the past 50-plus years, thousands crowd this funky boulevard to check out work by artists and craftspeople from across the country. Funds generated by the fair support scholarships, grants, workshops and artist sponsorships for programs in the metro area and the state. The fair is bounded by 16th and 19th Streets and Pennsylvania and Delaware. Free. talbotstreet.org.

IMAF June 9, noon- 8 p.m. The Independent Arts and Music Festival is a showcase for artists with that can-do, DIY attitude. Musicians play on two outdoor stages throughout the afternoon, while arts and crafters show off their stuff inside the Harrison as part of the INDIEana Handcraft Exchange (indieanahandicraftexchange.com). Look for screen print poster art, Western apparel and pretty jewelry. Listen for music by plenty of locals;

Summer Solstice at the IMA June 18, 5-8 p.m. Mark the summer solstice and the two-year anniversary of the opening of 100 Acres: The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park with a day of wonder in the park. Explore the park’s newest commissioned work: “Chop Stick,” an outdoor pavilion/concession stand built from a single 100-foot tulip tree. Plus, New York-based artist Rebecca Davis will unveil choreography created directly in response to the 100 Acres. A free

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concert by Cloud Cult will have you jumping. For a full schedule, visit imamuseum.org. Free. Indianapolis Museum of Art, imamuseum.org. Marion County Fair June 22-30 One of the state’s biggest county get-togethers features racing pigeons, chain-saw carving, gospel music, llama demonstrations, a dog show, a cheerleading contest, demolition derby, and even a meatless chili contest. Did we mention rides? How about the Panda Bear, that rotates while giving riders a bouncing motion. Or the Alpine Bobs, 18 two-passenger free swinging tubs that can run in reverse. Then there’s the Mega Drop, the Cyclops, the ION and the Hammer. Marion County Fairgrounds, marioncountyfair.org. Brew-Ha-Ha June 23 The annual microbrew festival that benefits the Phoenix Theatre is actually more like an outdoor block party in the 700 block of North Park Avenue. between Mass Ave and East St. Clair Street in the Chatham Arch neighborhood. Enjoy a great neighborhood, fine folks and more than 50 beers from such brewers as Barley Island, Broad Ripple Brew Pub, Flat 12, Fountain Square Brewing, Sun King, Upland and many more. There also will be plenty of good street food and lots of live entertainment. Advance tickets are $30, $35 at the gate and cash only. Entertainment

includes Bobbie Lancaster. $10 nondrinking/designated-driver tickets available as well. 21 and over. phoenixtheatre.org. Indian Market and Festival June 25-26 It’s the big number 20 for this oneof-a-kind festival, as the Eiteljorg Museum brings Native American artists from across the country to Indianapolis to sell their art. The market and festival includes performances from some of today’s premiere Native American performers including storytellers, dancers and singers. Try unique foods including the crowd favorite, Indian tacos. There are activities for the little ones in the Dogbane Family Activity Area. Military Park, eiteljorg.org.

JULY Star-Spangled Symphony on the Prairie July 2-4, 8 p.m. Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra is now past its 30th year of performing the Marsh Symphony on the Prairie Concert Series, one of the most beloved summer traditions we have. Grab a blanket, pack a picnic and head north for an evening of excellent music under the stars. Starting June 16 and ending September 8, the Marsh Symphony on the Prairie series features 26 concerts at the Conner Prairie Amphitheater. The star-spangled concerts July 2-4 will celebrate America’s independence with a collection of patriotic favorites, from the “1812 Overture” (accompanied by live artillery) to “Stars and Stripes Forever”. And, of course, there will be fireworks. Conner Prairie, indianapolissymphony.org. Freedom Blast July 4 There’s plenty to do on the Fourth — but if you want to get away from your own backyard grill duty then get ye downtown for Freedom Blast, Indiana’s largest fireworks display. It blasts off from the Regions Bank tower around 9:45 p.m., or whenever it’s good and dark. Bring lawn chairs and blankets and stake out a nice view. Tune your radio to the patriotic tune-age, and be prepared for the annual traffic jam on the way home. Better yet, do what we do: Ride your bike. You can get right into the center of the action, then roam the periphery. Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration July 12-22 Indiana Black Expo’s Summer Celebration is the largest AfricanAmerican event in the nation, drawing more than 300,000 to downtown Indy. Now in its 42nd year, the celebration is a kaleidoscope of programs, including business workshops, health and wellness, employment opportunities, spiritual enrichment, countless exhibits, arts events, youth activities, a film festival and marquee entertainers. Any number of celebrated figures from the worlds of sports, media, politics

and entrepreneurship will attend. indianablackexpo.com. Middle Eastern Festival July 20-22 Food, music and dancing are in abundance at the St. George Orthodox Church for this annual festival — now in its 17th year. The á la carte menu always includes such traditional favorites as lamb shanks, kibbee, falafel, kafta, gyros, grape leaves, spinach pies, and pastries. You can shop for Middle Eastern groceries, jewelry, icons, cookbooks, CDs and more. And you can take a self-guided or hosted tour to learn more about St. George’s icons, architecture and the Eastern Orthodox Christian tradition. The underlying theme here is one of world unity and peace; can you dig it? Check mefestival.org for more info. St. George Orthodox Church, 4020 N. Sherman Dr., 317-547-9356.

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AUGUST GenCon August 16-19 The largest gaming convention in the world descends on Indianapolis every August, taking over the entirety of the convention center, not to mention other parts of downtown. If you’re already clued in, this is your best chance to take part in a massive game of Magic or to check out the latest in 20-sided dice. If you’re not hip, it’s a blast to check out the costumes, from Star Wars to Xena. In terms of tickets, four-day, family and one-day options are available. gencon.com. Indiana State Fair Aug. 3-19 Indiana has been celebrating the Hoosier spirit since 1851 — which is the theme this year: Celebrating the Hoosier Spirit! The Indiana State Fairgrounds on east 38th Street have been the site for the bash since 1892. Over the past century, the fair has become a late summer tradition, with its own train, rooster crowing contest, farmers’ day parade, hot air balloon race, harness racing, oldfashioned pancake breakfast, carnies with their midway rides and games of chance, a Queen pageant and the world’s largest drive-thru breakfast. Check it out: in.gov/statefair. IndyFringe Festival Aug. 16-26 IndyFringe mixes local, national and international performers for 10 days and hundreds of performances at venues — all within walking distance of one another — throughout the Mass Ave. Cultural District. Comedy, drama, dance and offbeat combinations of all three are on offer. A $3 festival badge buys you entry to all shows for the run of the festival for $10 per show, payable at the door, 30 minutes before curtain, with every dime of that $10 going directly to the performers. In the meantime, you can enjoy street performers staging happenings up and down Mass Ave, as well as the district’s rich selection of restaurants and bars. indyfringe.org.

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Feast of Lanterns Aug. 18 Spades Park on the city’s Eastside (1800 Nowland Ave.), acquired in 1898, is heavily wooded and bounded by a creek. It’s a sylvan setting for the annual Feast of Lanterns, a neighborhood festival which features hundreds of handmade paper lanterns, bedecking the trees and illuminating the night. The festival gets started in the afternoon, with games for kids, live musical entertainment and plenty of good food. At dusk there’s a festival parade, the lamps are lit, and the fun really begins. Admission is free and the lanterns are beautiful. indyfeast.org. Dig-IN: A Taste of Indiana Aug. 26, noon- 5 p.m. One of Indy’s most beloved new events, Dig-In takes over the White River State Park for a day, featuring locally grown foods, drinks and fun. The shindig features educational discussion panels, cooking demonstrations, urban gardening exhibits, local chef Q&A sessions, wine tastings, beer and food pairing classes, and much more. Come celebrate Indiana’s growing mindful food culture. Find out more: digindiana.org.

SEPTEMBER Indianapolis Greek Festival Sept. 7-8 The Greek Festival has been going strong in Indianapolis for almost four decades, and it’s one of the most popular ethnic gatherings in the city. Now firmly settled in their location in Carmel (3500 W. 106th St.), the festival continues the traditions of Greek culture, food and music that have made it so popular for so long. Check website for ticket and event details closer to event date. indygreekfest.org. French Market Festival Sept. 8, noon-10 p.m. St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church dates back to 1929. While its annual French-inspired free festival is a relative newcomer, at 20 years old,

it has, nevertheless, established a firm identity for itself as a community fixture on the near Northside. The food is a big reason: seafood crepes, escargot en croute, French onion soup, beignets, tarte flambé, quiche, French dip roast beef and Provencal chicken are all available — even Marcel Proust’s madeleines. There’s also live entertainment, artisan’s booths, a bake sale and children’s games and food until 5 p.m. sjoa.org. Penrod Art Fair Sept. 8, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Whether you think it marks the end of summer or the beginning of fall, Penrod has a knack for usually getting the weather gods to play ball. Thousands of people can be counted on to show up for this 46-year-old arts extravaganza on the bucolic grounds of the Indianapolis Museum of Art. Over 300 artists, six stages of live entertainment, an extensive children’s area, and over 50 artsrelated exhibitors — plus plenty of food and drink vendors make Penrod one of the nation’s largest single-day art fairs. penrod.org. STEAM! Innovation Week and Country Fair Sept. 12-16 Conner Prairie, where all things past and present come to life, will celebrate the spirit of innovation in science, technology, engineering, math and the arts throughout their historic-themed areas. Visit 1836 Prairietown to see what advancements helped pioneers tame the frontier. Experience 1863 Civil War Journey: Raid on Indiana and its state-of–theart technologies from the 1800s that shaped this significant era in United States history. Journey back in time throughout this interactive spectacular that culminates in a traditional Country Fair. Expect a parade of antique tractors and steam engines, plus food, games and family fun! 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is $14/adults, $13/seniors 65+, $9/youth (ages 2-12), free for members and youth under 2. connerprairie.org.

Derrick Braziel is a transplant Hoosier, lover of all things Indianapolis and founder of local organization Dreamapolis. Favorite summer hangout (night life): I have several favorites. I love listening to jazz outside at the Chatterbox, or catching a concert and beer at the Rathskeller — or even an evening/ night-time Indians game at Victory Field. Favorite summer hangout (outdoors): If I ever need to find peace and tranquility, my favorite place to visit is Garfield Park. Worst summer memory: I got into a car accident — with a police officer! Not fun, but the officer was one of the classiest human beings I’ve ever met. Favorite summer memory: I love summer, so this is a challenge. Some of my favorite memories include visiting the Zoo, taking a stroll along the canal, catching an outdoor show at the IMA. The list goes on!

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Irish Fest Sept. 14-16 All things Celtic reign o’er downtown’s Military Park for this three-day annual Irish celebration. There’s plenty of foot-stomping music, and a seemingly endless supply of beer. But there are also sheepherding exhibitions, an Irish toast contest, a rugby jamboree, a hurling tournament (as in the sport!), an Irish breed dog show and, on Sunday, a Catholic Mass to benefit the St. Vincent de Paul Society. The festival closes on Sunday at 6:45 p.m. with a jam involving all the participating festival bands. indyirishfest.com.

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Here are festivals one tank — or less — of gas away. Indiana Fiddlers’ Gathering June 22-24 Tippecanoe Battlefield. This threeday acoustic music festival features the best in old time folk, swing and Celtic music. Headliners this year include The Kountry Kernals, Kim and Jim Lansford, The Tina Adair Band, The Volo Bogtrotters and gypsy-jazz pioneers, the John Jorgenson Trio. Expect free musicians’ workshops, free kids’ concerts and an open stage. Camping opportunities. Battle Ground is about 68 miles northwest of Indy. dcwi.com/fiddlers.

Angola Balloons Aloft July 6-7 Isn’t the name of this event alluring enough? Who wouldn’t want to go and gaze at festive and beautiful hot air balloons. This free event features balloon pilots competing for cash and prizes, filling the sky with their brightly colored airships. Other entertainment includes skydiving, remote-controlled aerial displays, plus food and a children’s fun fair. Especially titillating is the announcement of “special-shaped balloons” in the 2012 lineup. Angola is about 160 miles northeast of Indy. angolaballoonsaloft.com. Madison Regatta July 6-8 Need an excuse to visit the lovely town of Madison? The Madison Regatta, held on the Ohio River, is a hydroplane boat race — i.e. the world’s fastest race boats. Also known as the Indiana Governor’s Cup, this race features top boaters vying to star in the next James Bond film. OK, we’re kidding about that part. Madison is about 100 miles south of Indy. madisonregatta.com. Circus City Festival July 14-21 Peru is known as the Circus Capital of the World. Celebrate circus heritage with amateur circus artists in a three-ring circus arena, culminating in a massive parade. Expect spectacular acts of courage

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and prowess, plus rides, food and family fun. C’mon, you’ve driven by the signs for Peru a thousand times. Now it’s time to stop and see what all the hub-bub is all about. Peru is about 80 miles north of Indy. perucircus.com. Wabash Riverfest July 14 Hey, any festival that honors a river has our support. And the river in question here is the Wabash, rich in Hoosier lore. Plus, West Lafayette is cool, so why not go and enjoy the canoe races, the food, the music, the educational exhibits, the 5k run, the children’s activities and more. And if that all isn’t titillating enough, there’s a dulcimer gathering. West Lafayette is about 70 miles northeast of Indy. wabashriverfest.com. Enshrinement Festival July 21-21 South Bend and the College Football Hall of Fame play host to a weekend jam-packed with fun-filled events. Multiple events, friendly for families and fans of all ages, celebrate the induction of these football legends into the College Football Hall of Fame. Football fans from across the country gather to honor college football’s legends and have a variety of opportunities to meet and mingle with the enshrinees. The 2012 class features Florida State’s Deion Sanders, Ohio State’s Eddie George

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and former Michigan coach Lloyd Carr among other gridiron icons. South Bend is about 140 miles north of Indy. collegefootball.org/ enshrinement. Biggest Block Party Ever! July 28 We like a festival with an exclamation point, and we think Columbus is an amazing town, so ergo: we pick it! Starting at 5:30 p.m. and, according to the website, going “all night,” the block party features food, beer, wine and music, including The Why Store and Denise Kocur. Columbus is about 45 miles south of Indy. artsincolumbus.org. Fourth Street Festival of the Arts and Crafts Sept. 1-2 Your one stop shop for all-thingsBloomington arts. Get to know all the performance art groups; wander among the artists’ booths. Food, drink and party. Now 35 years old, this has to be one of the best art festivals anywhere. And hey, it’s B-town; even a leper festival would be a draw. Bloomington is about 50 miles southwest of Indy. 4thstreet.org.

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SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVALS & SERIES The Biergarten at the Rathskeller Where would you rather be on a balmy summer evening than sitting among your friends at a picnic table, listening to live music, drinking beer from a 24-ounce cup? The Rathskeller’s unique architecture and decor offers the authentic German beer hall experience year round, but it’s especially fun in spring and summer when you can sit outdoors in the communal environment of the Biergarten with other revelers. You’ll hear it all: from polka, to folk, to rock, and even R&B as you quaff from the Rathskeller’s fine selection of draft beers and — who knows? —maybe make some new

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Bill Monroe Bean Blossom Bluegrass Festival Have a hankerin’ for some of America’s best bluegrass music? You’ve only got to drive 50 miles south of Indy to hear the true soul of the Appalachian Mountains brought to life at the 46th Annual Bill Monroe Bean Blossom Bluegrass Festival. Billed as the “Mecca of Bluegrass,” the festival features 55 bands spread out over eight big days of entertainment and outdoor fun for the whole bluegrass lovin’ family. So many great performers, we don’t even have space to begin listing them. Festival is June 9-16, ticket prices vary from $15-$35 depending on the day; multi-day

Concerts on the Canal The Indiana History Center’s Concerts on the Canal series offers an eclectic, family-friendly outdoor concert series Thursday evenings all summer along the canal downtown. You can buy a table ($45 for eight, $35 for four, (less for Indiana Historical Society members), or bring your own blankets and chairs to sit for free on the grassy hill across the canal. The series includes plenty of big bands, jazz, a little bit of Latin flavor, and a July 4th pre-fireworks concert. Concerts are from 6-8 p.m., every Thursday, May 24-Aug. 9 (except July 5). Stardust Terrace Outdoor Café opens to serve your

food and drink needs at 5 p.m. Single seats available for $10, $9 for HIS members. Call for details and to pre-order tickets and tables. 450 W. Ohio St., 317-232-1882, indianahistory.org Cool Creek Concerts Series This is undoubtedly one of the highlights of summer in Indy. The serene grounds of Cool Creek Park in Carmel are host to the Cool Creek Concert Series which runs for about a month each summer. With free admission for kids under 12, it’s a perfect way for the family to unwind after a long, hot week. Concerts are Friday, June 15-July 20 and feature such local favorites as rock-polka hybrid Polka Boy on June 15, the Endless Summer Band (ESB) on June 22, the Hillbenders on June 29, the Late Show on July 13 and Zanna Do on July 20. Gates open at 6 p.m., music starts around 7 p.m. $5 adults, 12 and under free. 2000 E. 151st St., Carmel, hamiltoncounty.in.gov.

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Broad Ripple Music Fest Groovin’ in the Garden As if Indy didn’t already have enough venues where you can drink great beverages and experience outdoor music, Easley Winery once again offers its Groovin’ in the Garden concert series. Featuring a mostly local lineup every Saturday from 2-5 p.m. from May 19-Sept. 29, Groovin’ in the Garden will take you away to the Caribbean with plenty of island music on tap. There’s also some rockin’, with a little bit of retro rock ’n’ roll, acoustic and jazz thrown in for good measure. With plenty of wine specials, you won’t go thirsty, and you can bring your own food or order delivery right to the winery. Bring your own lawn chair. 205 N. College Ave., 317-636-4516, easleywinery.com. Indy Parks Presents Where do we begin? Indy Parks pres ents so many great concerts during the summer, we’d be hardpressed to fit them into a single volume! For starters, Eagle Creek Park, presents “In Concert with

Nature,” a folk and Americana themed series every other Wednesday night June 6-Aug. 29 at the park’s marina. On alternating Wednesdays, “Jazz on the Point” happens at 6:30 p.m. from June 13-Aug. 22 at the marina. There’s even a Saturday concert series focused more toward the kids from June 30-July 14. Concerts start at 11:00 a.m. at the marina. Visit eaglecreekpark.org for specific performers. Watkins Park offers Saturday afternoon blues and jazz concerts. Located just northwest of downtown on MLK Boulevard, Watkins Park is the location to see local musicians in an outdoor, family setting. Shows start at 5 p.m. (sometimes earlier) so if you’re feeling ambitious, you’ll still have time to go out on Saturday night and catch many of these same musicians performing at clubs and bars in the area. Full schedule is not available yet, but last year’s series ran almost every Saturday from early May into late September. Keep checking indy.gov for an updated schedule.

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Ben Asaykwee is Artistic Director of the art and theatre group, Q Artistry, and the Fine Arts Director at the Indianapolis Senior Center. Favorite summer hangout (night life): I’d say it’s a tie between the canal on IHC concert nights and the streets of Fountain Square on almost any night (but only on cooler nights ... because when I get hot I get mean). Favorite summer hangout (outdoors): Ellenberger Park and strolling through the amazing houses in the Irvington neighborhood Worst summer memory: It was Pennsylvania, July 4th. I was helping a friend move to Boston. She was driving the rental truck. I was looking at the map and ... smack, she ran the top of the truck into a low overpass. Fortunately we were fine. She flipped it in reverse and we thought for a second things might be okay, until I hopped out and looked at the truck. The top had been ripped off like a sardine can. But, the worst part was that even though she bought the insurance and they brought us another truck, we had to move everything (just the two of us) from one truck to the other in 100 degree heat, including a washing machine. Who moves a washing machine?!? She’s dead to me now. Favorite summer memory: One summer I found myself living close to the fairgrounds and even though I grew up in Indiana, I had never been to the state fair. So, since I found myself within walking distance (with a little help from the Monon), I went many, many times in the ten day period. You’d think that would be a healthy way to do the fair, but that was also the year they introduced fried Twinkies. I ate far more than the state fair actually allows you to eat by law and I think there’s still a warrant out for my arrest.

Friday nights throughout the summer you can catch indie rock and jazz at Broad Ripple Park, just a few steps from Broad Ripple Village. The spacious park features a swimming pool and a dog run, as well as plentiful picnic shelters for cookouts. So come for some summertime fun and stay for one of their great Friday night concerts. Full schedule not available, please call 317-327-7161 or keep visiting indy.gov for details. That’s not to mention Southeastway Park, located southeast of Indy, in New Palestine, and an eclectic lineup at Holliday Park just off Meridian Street north of downtown, as well as one-off events throughout the summer. All the details are at indyparks.org; we’d suggest downloading their Summer Fun Guide to get all the listings in one place! Indy Parks and Recreation, 317-327-7275, indy.parks.org. Lotus World Music and Arts Festival One of the best ways to end the summer (or start the semester for students at nearby Indiana University), Bloomington’s Lotus Festival offers an exemplary mix of music for both dance and contemplation in a variety of venues ranging from outdoor tents to church sanctuaries. Last year’s performers included the very fun Bomba Estereo, claw hammer banjo player Abigail Washburn, and Chicago’s “gypsy surf” band Lamajamal. This year, they’ll continue the perfect blend of dancing, visual art and community that, ahem, has bloomed at this festival. Sept. 20-23, ticket options vary. lotusfest.org. Mojostock Mojostock is a 24-hour jam-a-polooza, an electronic and jam festival presented by web portal and event promotions outfit IndyMojo. You’ll want to stay overnight, so organizers have conveniently thrown the event at a campground. Sleepybear Campground holds all of the devoted jam, electronic, dubstep and dance fans until the wee, wee hours of the morning. Sleepybear is

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adjacent to Klipsch Music Center. At press time, headliners have not been announced, but we’ve got our fingers crossed for a return by Psynapse, who rocked a very notsleepy crowd last year. July 27-29, 21+. Sleepybear Campground, Noblesville, mojostockindy.com. Summer Music Track Hoosier Park in Anderson is hosting its second summer music series, after finding success with bands like Lynyrd Skynyrd, REO Speedwagon and Smokey Robinson. This year, they’re keeping that ‘70s feeling, with a heavy dash of country thrown in — Foreigner, Gary Allan, Rodney Atkins, Wynonna and The Big Noise, Styx and Kool & the Gang take on the track. Last year’s inaugural series entertained more than 30,000 music fans. With a capacity of 5,550 people per show, this year’s events are poised to be even bigger. Ticket prices vary. Hoosier Park, Anderson, 765-642-7223, hoosierpark.com. The Cole Porter Summer Festival Cole Porter was born in Peru, Ind., in 1891. Some 120-odd years later, the city’s still rocking like it’s the 19th century, with a festival each June on the weekend nearest his birthday (June 9). This year from June 7-10, it’s Cole Porter 24/7. Browse Cole Porter historic sites, take in a Cole Porter Revue, see art shows sponsored by the Miami County Artists Co-Op, enjoy local beer and more. I get a kick out of you, Peru. Specific info for this year’s festival hasn’t been announced yet, but keep your eyes on the website below. Ticket prices vary. 765-473-9183, coleporterfestival.org.

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Uptown Jazz & Blues Festival The eighth annual Jazz and Blues Festival will feature three stages of “hot jazz and cool blues” in beautiful Lafayette, Ind. One of the summer’s later festivals, this is a one-night event. Headliners include Salar Nader, Andrew “Jr. Boy” Jones and Master 3000 and this one’s worth the drive. Head to the Knickerbocker after the shows for after-hours fun. Ticket prices vary. 5 p.m.-midnight, Aug. 25. Main and 5th streets, Lafayette, 765-742-4041, jazz-blues.org.

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Evangeline Hodgson is an Indianapolis native from the Broad Ripple area, and a current senior at IUPUI studying Art History and International Studies. Favorite summer hangout (night life): One of my favorite things to do on a summer evening is to stroll along Mass Ave — I know it’s an obvious choice, but it really is delightful. My personal favorite place on Mass Ave is Ball & Biscuit, which has exquisite cheese plates that even my European friends approve of, and lovingly made mixed drinks. Favorite summer hangout (outdoors): There are a lot of outdoor getaways in and around Indy — the Central Canal Towpath, Holliday Park, Holcomb Gardens, and 100 Acres at the IMA, just to name a few. My personal favorite activity is kayaking at Eagle Creek Reservoir. I happen to know someone who lets me borrow their kayak, but if you aren’t so fortunate you can always rent them from Rusted Moon Outfitters in Broad Ripple. Worst summer memory: My worst summer memory happens every summer. Its name is way-too-cold air conditioning. On a sunny summer day I’m always super excited to wear my skirt and sandals, but then when I go indoors to my office or a summer class, I am all goose bumps and numb toes. Best summer memory: In high school we used to go swimming at night, after the pools closed. I don’t suppose it was all that much more fun to swim in the dark, but the fact that we weren’t technically allowed to be there added an element of excitement that made it irresistible to us wannabe rebellious teens.

Summer Series at the Farm Bureau Insurance Lawn at White River State Park If you can get past the incredibly wordy new name, we encourage you to join us at the park for the rock-heavy summer concert series. There’s barely a bad seat on the whole sprawling space, which will host O.A.R., Florence + the Machine, Umphrey’s McGee, 311, The Avett Brothers and more. Local independent station WTTS will celebrate its 20th anniversary with a concert featuring station stalwart The Barenaked Ladies. P.S. We’ll let you just call it the Lawn. 801 W. Washington St., 800-7453000, livenation.com. Independent Music + Art Festival The INDIEana Handicraft Exchange, Sun King Brewery, and Just Pop In! present their annual Independent Music and Art Festival. The free event from noon-8 p.m. on June 9 features a mind-blowing variety of handmade artwork and crafts (jewelry, posters, furniture, clothes, you name it!) from local artists, as well as an outstanding lineup of local rock and folk musicians.

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The recently released music lineup features Hero Jr., Goliathon, The Goodnight Fields, Five Year Mission, and many more. Harrison Center for the Arts, 1505 N. Delaware St., 317-396-3886, indieanahandicraftexchange.com, harrisoncenter.org. Indy Jazz Fest The lineup is not yet posted for the 2012 version of Indy Jazz Fest, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t put Sept. 10-15 on your jazz calendar immediately. Last year’s roster featured such legends as George Benson and Spyro Gyra. The fest takes place at several locations around the city, notably the Jazz Kitchen, before culminating in the big outdoor concert, likely to be held in Broad Ripple’s Opti-Park, on the closing Saturday of the fest. Keep checking indyjazzfest.net for more details. Full lineup and schedule should be posted in June. Check www.nuvo.net for updated music listings throughout the summer.

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OUTDOOR DINING Ambrosia Broad Ripple offers countless outdoor dining opportunities, but if we had to choose just one, Ambrosia would get the nod. This family-owned and operated institution has been serving up delicious cooking for decades. Take your time. Sip one of their stellar martinis and watch the passing parade from a sidewalk table. The Ravioli Della Mama, spinach and cheese with a delicate pesto cream sauce, is a great signature dish. Call for reservations. 915 E. Westfield Blvd., 317-255-3096, ambrosiaitalian.com. Black Market Tucked away at the far end of Mass Ave in what long ago used to be a garden shop, Black Market offers an adventurous selection of nose-to-tail dishes, fabulous pickles, and an excellent range of artisan beers and spirits. Don’t go looking for cocktails, though, because they don’t do ’em. The ambience is pleasingly cool and irony-free. The outdoor seating area offers a delightfully secluded spot for a quiet spot of lunch or dinner — or on a good day, perhaps both. 922 Massachusetts Ave., 317-8226757, blackmarketindy.net. Broad Ripple Brew Pub Indy’s first brew pub, just a few strides from the Monon Trail, offers a laidback place to enjoy an array of great beers.

Try the traditional English-style cask ales for the real pub experience. Or maybe the Lawn Mower Pale Ale, an appropriately-named draft certain to quench your thirst during the hot summer months. Established in 1990 and voted Indy’s best brew pub by NUVO readers time and again, in part because of the great outdoor dining. 842 E. 65th St., 317-253-2739, broadripplebrewpub.com. Bru Burger Bar A stylish and efficiently run joint from the restaurant group that gave us Mesh, Bru serves up a delicious selection of high quality sandwiches and bar food in a casual, contemporary setting. Everything at Bru is prepared in-house, including the bread, ketchup and mayonnaise. The burgers are all made to order from a proprietary blend of hormone-free sirloin, chuck and brisket. There’s a great selection of craft and imported beers, and the ample outdoor seating is set back a comfortable few yards from the bustle of Mass Ave. 410 Massachusetts Ave., 317-6354278, bruonmass.com. Café Patachou A true neighborhood café right in our own neighborhood, Patachou offers quite possibly the best breakfast in town, and it’s hard to beat the outdoor seating on a brilliant summer’s morning.

The original location, at the corner of 49th and Pennsylvania, has been serving up great breakfast and brunch for more than two decades. Take a morning to discover the goodness for yourself. Go online for Patachou’s other locations. 4901 N. Pennsylvania St., 317-9252823, cafepatachou.com. Carmel Arts and Design District OK, so it’s not a restaurant, but there are so many eateries crammed into a relatively small space here that you’ll be spoiled for choice. Dig into one of the best burgers in town at Bub’s ( 220 2nd St. SW, 317-844-2822) and don’t forget the decadent chocolate malt. Be prepared for a long wait on weekends. For a decent selection of beers and a wide-ranging menu, take a seat outside Detour – An American Grille (110 W. Main St., 317-571-0091), or take a stroll on the neighboring Monon to metabolize their signature Triple Bypass sandwich. Across the street, there’s Bazbeaux (111 W. Main St., 317-848-4488) or, if you’re an early bird headed out to the farmers’ market, you can enjoy a cappuccino and croissant outside La Mie Emilie ( 15 W. Main St., 317-816-1200.) To end a day of culture with a capital C, why not watch the world go by outside Sonata Café while enjoying a glass or two from their short but well thought-out wine list and a plate of patatas bravas ( 31 E. Main St., 317-844-5551.)

Dunaways One of Indy’s most elegant restaurants, this rooftop perch atop the old Oxygen Building just southeast of downtown affords gorgeous sunset views of the skyline and upscale, ambitious cuisine. The emphasis is Mediterranean, with some generous meat dishes for the more traditionally minded diner. An exceptional wine list offers dozens of gems, and the views are some of the best in the city. Perfect for a romantic evening. Call ahead for reservations. 351 S. East St., 317-638-7663, dunaways.com. Front Page Sports Bar & Grill What with all the bustling sidewalks and car fumes, it’s hard to find a place to park a bistro chair and table downtown, but if you head to the intersection of Delaware St. and Mass Ave you’ll find friendly place with great food and even better views. We heartily recommend any of the half-pound burgers — which can also be made with vegetarian black bean patties and taste just as good! With names like the Boilermaker, the Bulldog, the Hoosier, the Dungy and the Rockne, it’s not hard to guess the major theme here. Everyone’s a winner! Game days/nights can get very crowded and rowdy — but in the best possible sense for celebrating the home teams. 310 Massachusetts Ave., 317-6316682, frontpagesportsbar.com. Iozzo’s Garden of Italy This charming little restaurant on the near south side isn’t the first in this location, but it’s far and away the best. The food is about as close to

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authentic Italian as you’re going to find in these parts, and the enclosed courtyard is one of the best-kept secrets in outdoor dining. Shaded by trees and engagingly rustic, this is the perfect place to enjoy a Bellini and a perfectlyprepared plate of calamari. It gets busy at lunch and dinner, so be sure to make a reservation. 946 S. Meridian St., 317-974-1100, iozzos.com. Late Harvest Kitchen It’s not easy to pin down the dominant culinary theme at Late Harvest, combining as it does the best elements of fine dining with those of a neighborhood restaurant. With a wide-ranging menu leaning heavily toward locally-raised meat and produce, Late Harvest steps off the beaten path with such diverse offerings as pig cheeks and salt cod brandade, while catering equally successfully to those of less adventurous tastes with its excellent steak and pork dishes. The elegant outdoor seating area at this Keystone at the Crossing-area restaurant is enhanced by a fire pit and a spectacular wisteria-clad arbor. 8605 River Crossing, 317-663-8063, lateharvestkitchen.com. Mug ’n’ Bun Did somebody say tenderloin sandwich? The Mug ’n’ Bun is an old-fashioned drive-in all too rare these days. Pull up and order a delicious tenderloin patty that’s pounded out wide, then fried to a crisp, just the way it should be. Some things that never change here: the favorite onion rings, root beer floats, dogs, fries, double cheeseburgers and more. Be sure to grab some cash (they don’t take credit cards) and eat a nice pork sandwich or a Coney dog covered in fried chili and wash it down with some homemade root beer in a thick, frosty mug. 5211 W. 10th St., 317-244-5669, mug-n-bun.com. Old Point Tavern The Old Point Tavern, where Julian Opie’s electronic go-go dancer does her thing at the corner of Massachusetts and Alabama, is a time-tested place to start the evening — or finish it off. Great chili and well-packed sandwiches made with top notch ingredients have made this a Mass Ave institution. Is

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Cassie Stockamp: Mother, daughter, sister, friend, yogi and president of a cool non-profit in downtown Indy – The Athenaeum Foundation. Favorite summer hangout (nightlife): I love walking to the Chatterbox after work and hanging with many of my cool urban buds ranging in age from 21-93, talking to the people that walk by on the street and sharing many laughs! Favorite summer hangout (outdoors): The winding, hilly trails in Holliday Park that lead down to the river where I love to sit and listen and just be… Worst summer memory: Several goofy events come to mind, including the memory of my brothers and I putting up hay in the summer heat, and the time Kurt jumped on a hay hook and it pierced his gym shoe and went into the arch of his foot… I was always the one stuck on the wagon attempting to load it in such a way that the bales didn’t fall. Now picture a bunch of 11-14 year olds working in a hay field loading a wagon with sides trying to force round bales into the bed. Unfortunately, I didn’t always do a great job stacking and the bales often came tumbling down and we had to reload the wagon – many times... Obviously I was not the favored sister on those days and if that’s my worst summer memory, then I’m pretty blessed! Favorite summer memory: A family vacation that included my kids, parents, siblings, spouses, nieces and nephews on a road trip to visit my brother in Florida. Someone got our huge Winnebago-like bus stuck in a sand dune. One of my brothers very quietly “borrowed” a loader (big piece of yellow iron) from a neighboring job site and pulled it out… and I remember the peals of laughter all week. So, why aren’t we always friends now? Family…

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there a better spot to sit and watch the downtown world go by? Not according to NUVO readers who voted it best bar for people watching. This pivotal intersection features theatergoers, music revelers and just plain big-city revelers. Sit outside and enjoy the good life whenever weather permits. 401 Massachusetts Ave., 317-634-8943. ShelBi Street CaFe & Bistro A funky and unsuspecting café in Fountain Square where the food is hearty but arty. From pizzas and inventive salads and sandwiches to a small but robust selection of entrees, ShelBi offers a streamlined bistro experience in a jaunty atmosphere. Don’t miss the blackened salmon cobb sandwich or a salad with huge, juicy blackberries. Dine on the rooftop of the Fountain Square Theatre building from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend for one of the most romantic experiences in the city (though just as beautiful to share with friends!) Full bar and a decent selection of wines by the glass. 1105 Shelby St., 317-687-4857, fountainsquareindy.com/shelbistreet. Taste Café Now that the weather is cooperating, we can’t get enough of the outdoor seating at Taste in Midtown. This unique café and marketplace, owned and operated by highly trained and experienced chefs Marc Urwand and Deidra Henry, offers gourmet coffee drinks, a full breakfast menu, a lunch spread of salads and

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gourmet sandwiches, pantry necessities, and catering services, all from their home at 52nd Street and College Avenue, which includes lovely umbrellacovered tables from which to enjoy the deliciousness and the view. 5164 N. College Ave., 317-925-2233, tastecafeandmarketplace.com. Tavern on the Plaza The talent behind Osteria Pronto, the delicious (and deliciously priced) Italian restaurant at the new JW Marriott downtown has added an outdoor option catering to the appetites and thirsts of pedestrians in the White River Park vicinity. At Tavern on the Plaza, you can enjoy views of the Eiteljorg and State Museums, as well as Jeff Laramore’s scarlet swoosh of public sculpture, while dining on selected items from Osteria’s indoor menu. In addition, you can try summertime fare, like burgers and babyback ribs, prepared on the Tavern’s outdoor grill. A full bar provides top shelf cocktails and there’s a respectable beer list, featuring Sun King and Three Floyds brews. The atmosphere is casual cosmopolitan and the staff meets the Marriott standard for unfailing friendliness. 10 S. West St., 317-860-5800, jwindy.com. Check www.nuvo.net for updated dining listings throughout the summer.

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FARMERS’ MARKETS Abundant Life Church Farmers’ Market Embarking on its sixth year of operation, the Abundant Life Farmers’ Market has found a niche in the realm of local food markets. The vendors for this market include several Amish farms, livestock and bakery businesses from Wayne County, Cambridge City and Williamsburg. Other retailers include Glick’s Kitchen, the Danish Heritage Market and The Riverside Road Stand. Patrons who want a bite to eat while perusing the market’s offerings can stop by the Church Flavor Cafe, where they serve all-beef hotdogs, gourmet hamburgers and other sandwiches with ingredients vetted by the market’s chef. The Abundant Life Farmers’ Market runs every Thursday from June to September, 4-7 p.m. 7606 E. 82nd St., myhomegreenpages. com/Profile.aspx?id=7106. Avon Farmers’ Market There’s nothing quite like fresh, homegrown meat and produce for a healthy lifestyle, and that’s one of the reasons why Hendricks Regional Health, the Avon Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Avon

joined forces to sponsor the Avon Farmers’ Market. You’ll find it in the south parking lot at Hendricks Regional Health every Tuesday, 4-7 p.m., from June 12 - Sept. 18. 8244 E. U.S. 36, Avon, hendricks.org/ farmersmarket. Binford Farmers’ Market In its sixth year of operation, this market offers local food fanatics the chance to pick out the cream of the crop from more than 50 vendors lined up for this year’s season. Food items at the Binford market include fruits, vegetables, venison, frogs’ legs, crawdads, sausage, fish, cheeses, ciders, fresh roasted coffees, mushrooms, honey and pastas. There are also Mexican, Chinese, Korean and Indian veggies — and prepared foods. Not only does the market offer a wide range of food choices, free entertainment is provided as well, including the latest addition — local authors discussing their books. Binford Farmers’ Market runs every Saturday, April to October, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. 62nd St. and Binford Blvd., Hawthorn Plaza Shopping Center, binfordfarmersmarket.com.

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Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market Whether you’re in town as a student or year-round, you’re missing out if you haven’t dropped by the Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market. Twice a week you’ll find live entertainment, good food, and new connections to a vibrant community. If you don’t know what to do with all that fresh, green goodness, check the website for ideas and recipes, or ask the vendors for their recommendations. The market vendors also accept SNAP cards and EBT cards. Saturdays, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., April through September and Tuesdays 4-7 p.m., June through September. 401 N. Morton St., Bloomington, bloomington.in.gov/farmersmarket. Carmel Farmers’ Market Established in 1998, the Carmel Farmers’ Market is one of the largest in Indiana, with nearly 60,000 guests dropping by every season. Since the completion of the Palladium, the market has been hosted by the beautiful Center for Performing Arts. If you’re feeling indecisive, come check out the free cooking demos. There’s even free wi-fi! The market runs on Saturdays 8-11:30 a.m., with cooking demos at 9 a.m. and 10

a.m., May 19 to Oct. 6. 5 Center Green, Carmel, carmelfarmersmarket.com. Crooked Creek Farmers’ Market There’s no more need to make a weekly pilgrimage to the unholy halls of Wal-Mart. The Crooked Creek CDC on the northwest side of Indianapolis has stepped up to bring food that’s fresh, local and healthy into an area that has long lacked a full-service grocery store. Stop by and try some of the freshest produce and meat you’ve ever tasted, the proceeds of which are building the local economy. You’ll find the market at the intersection of Michigan Road and Township Line Road every Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. between June 3 and Oct. 14. 7003B N. Michigan Road, crookedcreekfm.org. Cumberland Farmers’ Market The Cumberland Farmers’ Market has come a long way in the eight years it has been in operation. After starting with only two vendors, the market now boasts 35, as well as entertainment for the crush of local foodies on the prowl for farm-fresh produce. Cumberland’s market offers organic, vegan and gluten-free bakery items, and the vendors accept WIC and Senior Coupons, so everyone can get in on the action. The market also features a spur of the Cumberland Pennsy Trail that leads right to the

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vendors. The market opened the first Saturday in May, and is held 8 a.m.-noon every Saturday until the last weekend in October. A Tuesday evening market opens the first Tuesday in June, 4-7 p.m., and continues through the end of September. 11501 E. Washington St., town.cumberland.in.us. Garden on the Go This farmers’ market is the relative new kid on the block, and soon may be pulling into a neighborhood near you. Data released by the United States Department of Agriculture states that 68 percent of the residents in lowincome areas do not have access to convenient and affordable healthy foods. In an effort to remedy this alarming statistic, Indiana University Health dreamed up Garden on the Go. This mobile produce truck will be bringing fresh, low-cost produce to high-poverty neighborhoods in Marion County. This garden on wheels operates Wednesday-Saturday yearround, stopping at the same locations at the same times each week. The schedule is posted online. iuhealth.org/gardenonthego, follow them on Twitter @GardenOnGo. Irvington Farmers Market After 13 years, it’s still going strong. Irvington’s Farmers Market is sponsored and run by volunteers from the Irvington Garden Club and features live music and 50 vendors. Attendees can count on produce, organic foods, bakery items, art work, soaps and jewelry when they stop by. An extra perk of this market is its scenic location in the northwest corner of Ellenberger Park. The grassy setting is filled with trees and scattered with picnic tables. Grab your dog and a blanket and picnic in style with the local food loot you’ve purchased from the vendors. The market is held every second Sunday of the month, June through October, noon-3 p.m. Ellenberger Park, 5302 E. St. Claire St., irvingtongardenclub.com. Noblesville Farmers’ Market Come to the overflow parking lot at Riverview Hospital, and you’ll find the

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hustle and bustle of all things local at the Noblesville Farmers’ Market. Vendors will be out rain or shine, selling produce, plants, flowers, locally raised meats, and treats for people and pets alike. Check in throughout the season for celebrations like Kids’ Day on July 28, the pie-baking contest on Sept. 29, and the Chili Cookoff and Fall Festival on Oct. 13. The market runs every Saturday, May 19 to Oct. 13, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 395 Westfield Road, Noblesville, noblesvillemainstreet.org. Old Town Greenwood Farmers Market In the parking lot of the Greenwood Public Library you’ll find the Old Town Greenwood Farmers Market, stocked high with the best in produce, pork and poultry, flowers, baked goods, craft items, and a whole lot more. Follow the market on Facebook for the latest news and updates. Wednesdays, 2:30-6 p.m., Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon, April 28 into late October. 310 S. Meridian, Greenwood, facebook.com/pages/GreenwoodFarmers-Market/85117929397. Plainfield Farmers’ Market There’s nothing plain about it except the name. Plainfield’s Farmers’ Market has always played host to a feast of fresh veggies and fruits, but now it’s branching out and calling for local crafts, canned and baked goods, flower vendors, and non-profits to join the crowd. You can find the market on the lawn of the Plainfield Friends Meeting on Wednesdays, 4-7 p.m., starting June 6 and running until late September. 105 S. East St., Plainfield, plainfieldchamberfarmersmarket.org. Saxony Farmers Market Sponsored by Community Health Network, the Saxony Farmers Market is dedicated to bringing the community together through food that’s fresh, healthy, local and, most of all, delicious. But it’s not just about the food. Here you’ll find everything from memorial stones to handbags and chiropractic advice, along with all the favorites that you know and love.

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Stadium Village Farmers Market Conveniently located on Meridian Street downtown, the Stadium Village Farmers Market operates with the goal of bringing local, fresh, good food to the workers and residents of downtown Indy. In an effort to make the market more accessible, Stadium Village is now offering EBT and gift certificates for patrons. This season’s market will have a different theme each week, covering topics like art appreciation, health and wellness and green living. The market will be open every Tuesday, 4-7 p.m., through September. 801 S. Meridian St., stadiumvillagefarmersmarket.com. Traders Point Creamery Starting in 2003, Traders Point has been making a name for itself as a proud provider of 100 percent organic, grass-fed dairy products, which can be bought throughout Indiana. Apart from being generally better for the cows, grass-fed cattle produce tastier and more nutritious milk than their cooped-up, grainfed sisters. Visit the farm for cheese

tastings, milking demonstrations, summer camps, tours — as well as the year-round Green Market. While you’re there, be sure to check out The Loft, Traders Point’s on-site restaurant and dairy bar, where you’ll find delicious soups, sandwiches, salads and specials — all of them local, fresh and organic. 9101 Moore Road, Zionsville, 317733-1700; www.tpforganics.com. Westfield Farmers Market One part farmers market and one part festival, the Westfield Farmers Market is more than a weekly place to shop — it’s an event all its own. Expect to see face painting for kids and lots of fun activities for the whole family, as well as live entertainment every week. On top of that, swing by on the first Friday of every month for a special event. With more than 60 vendors, expect a great variety of things to see and do. Stop by every Friday, 4:307:30 p.m., June 1-Aug. 31. 130 Penn St, Westfield, dwna.org/ site/events/farmers-market.

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after a lackluster season, these ladies answered with their best season yet. The future looks bright for the Fever. wnba.com/fever. Indiana Speed Longing for the gridiron? Fear not, for football is still available, thanks to the Indiana Speed, Indianapolis’ professional women’s football team. The Speed plays with the kind of passion only found in people who truly love what they do. In the past, there have been winning seasons and division titles, and MVPs and All Pro players. But this year, there is only one goal: the championship. Home games are played at 7 p.m. Saturday at Park Tudor High School and attract a following of rabid fans who love to root for their team. indianaspeed.com. Indianapolis Indians Some might be irked that Indy doesn’t have a major league baseball team to call its own, but nothing beats traveling downtown to see our Indians. Victory Field — voted the best minor league ballpark in America by Sports Illustrated — is a stadium that has the best of modern amenities, as well as an old-time feel that lends

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considerable charm to America’s favorite pastime. Get your tickets to any game or go on the locally famous Monday Dollar Menu Night (alas, the beer remains full price.) Either way, it’s bound to be a great game. indyindians.com.

VENUES Climb Time Indy Indy has never been known for its rugged mountains, but at Climb Time Indy rock climbers have a good substitute. There’s always space available to rent for parties and groups, or for team-building programs for those who have had one too many corporate picnics. There are plenty of talented instructors who can help anyone new to the art of rock climbing (or just a little rusty), plus there’s equipment and gear available. 8750 Corporation Dr., 317-596-3330, climbtimeindy.com. Dark Armies You may know them from the Necropolis commercials every fall, but Dark Armies is about more than haunted houses. It’s a paintball

Indiana/World Skating Academy With the weather heating up, sometimes all you want to do is cool down. What better way to do that than to visit the downtown ice skating rink? The I/WSA has a huge rink for all your skating needs. There are lessons for those just beginning, team times for those who play hockey and broom ball, and time slots for figure skating and speed skating. If you don’t have your own equipment, stop by the pro shop to rent skates. 201 S. Capitol Ave., 317-237-5565; iwsa.org. Lucas Oil Raceway Formally known as the Indianapolis Raceway Park, many racing fans might be surprised to know that the majority of motorsport events in Indianapolis are held at this versatile raceway in Clermont on the West Side. This multipurpose racing facility has been around since 1960. Whether you are a fan of NASCAR events, midget car racing, sprint car events, drag racing or even road racing, this raceway has all you need. lucasoilraceway.com.

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MOVIES May 18-20 The YES Film Festival In addition to celebrating the creativity and diversity of independent film, and bringing the best documentaries, narrative features and short films to the screen, this festival offers competitions in all three categories. YES Fest films will screen at the YES Cinema in downtown Columbus, an elegant independent theater that specializes in classic, foreign, independent and second-run films and hosts live events such as the hugely popular YES Comedy Showcase. 328 Jackson St., Columbus, yesfilmfestival.com. June 1-Aug. 31 IMA Summer Nights Film Series For the 36th year in a row, the IMA will turn its spectacular outdoor amphitheater into a paradise for film geeks of all ages. Sponsored by The National Bank of Indianapolis, this year’s summer film series will include such American classics as Rear Window, Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid, Alien, Batman and Pulp Fiction. The museum gates open for picnicking at 7 p.m.; films begin every Friday at dusk (approximately 9:30 p.m.) For rainy days, films will screen in The Toby at 9 p.m. $10 public, $6 members, free to children 6 and under, imamuseum.org. June 1-July 24 Keystone Art Cinema: Midnight Madness These days, our idea of a midnight movie involves nothing more than watching something online around that time. The Keystone Art Cinema aims to revive the communal experience of a late-night cinematic excursion. Its annual summer series will include such greats as Se7en, Rushmore, The Big Lebowski, and the so-bad-it’s-good The Room. Visit landmarktheatres.com for a complete schedule and details. 8702 Keystone Crossing, 317-579-3009. July 6-8 Days of the Dead This year’s annual horror convention offers an embarrassment of treats, which

is fitting considering its guests — the list includes the cast of the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Patty Mullen (Frankenhooker), and Tales from the Crypt’s John Kassir — hail from the “More is More” era of horror. They will align with stars outside the genre as well, such as cult filmmaker John Waters (who will be performing his one-man show Saturday at 7 p.m.), neo-grindhouse favorite Danny Trejo (Machete) and David Prowse, the man inside the Darth Vader costume for the original trilogy. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. $20 per day, $40 for a weekend pass. Wyndham Indianapolis West, 2544 Executive Dr., daysofthedead.net. July 19-29 Indianapolis International Film Festival One of the great gems of Indy’s cultural life, this festival has been screening compelling, innovative and independent films since 2004 — along with connecting filmmakers and audiences. At press time, this year’s line up was not yet announced, but you can be there for the announcement June 20, 7 p.m., at Earth House. Earth House, in fact, has become home base for the IIFF, showing a number of indie films leading up to the festival. Earth House, along with the Indianapolis Museum of Art, will be your go-to destinations for this year’s Indy Film Fest. Indianapolis Museum of Art, 4000 Michigan Road; Earth House, 237 N. East St., indyfilmfest.org.

IMA SUMMER NIGHTS FILM SERIES June 1 Whatever Happened to Baby Jane? Starting off the series with a bang, this macabre tale tells of demented ex-child star (Bette Davis) living with her invalid sister (Joan Crawford) and the deadly tension growing between them. Old Hollywood’s greatest leading ladies

June 15 Father of the Bride Before Steve Martin filled his shoes in the ’90s, Spencer Tracy starred — in an Oscar-nominated performance — as the befuddled father reluctant to lose his daughter to marriage. This film crackles with every bit as much prealtar tension as its remake. Released 1950, directed by Vincente Minnelli. Runs 93 minutes. Rated PG. June 22 Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid Every bit as funny and exciting today as it was 43 years ago, this is the quintessential buddy movie, and a great western on top of that. It’s a western, like many films on the edge of the New Hollywood movement in the late ’60s, that subverts genre expectations, proving as wild and unpredictable as the titular gunslingers (the great Paul Newman and Robert Redford). Released 1969, directed by George Roy Hill. Runs 110 minutes. Rated PG. June 29 Big You still feel and act like a kid, but you’re all grown up — a premise literalized in this tender and charming coming-of-age tale. Tom Hanks stars as a 12-year-old boy transformed overnight into a 35-yearold man. (Growing up sure feels that fast, doesn’t it?) This is it, folks — the great body-switching comedy of the ’80s and all time. Released 1988, directed by Penny Marshall. Runs 104 minutes. Rated PG. July 6 Bringing Up Baby Katharine Hepburn and Cary Grant take care of a pet leopard among other things in this madcap adventure. It is widely considered one of the best screwball comedies of all time, one that truly defines the genre. The oldest film in this summer’s series, Bringing Up Baby is as entertaining today as it was 74 years ago. Released 1938, directed by Howard Hawks. Runs 102 minutes. Not Rated. July 13 Alien In addition to being the story of what happens after Prometheus, this is the film that gave birth to sci-fi horror. Set in a haunted house of a spaceship, the film follows deep space miners as they are picked off by the titular creature. Featuring one of the toughest heroines in film history (Sigourney Weaver as Ripley) as well as one of the scariest monsters, Alien is a must-see —especially after seeing Ridley Scott’s prequel,

Prometheus, playing this summer. Released 1979, directed by Ridley Scott. Runs 124 minutes. Rated R. July 20 Coming To America Eddie Murphy stars in this hilarious fishout-of-water tale as an African prince in search of a bride in what sounds like a lucky place — Queens, New York! The film may very well be the funniest piece of entertainment in which the comedian is involved — and that’s saying a lot. Plus, you can’t go wrong with a John Landis flick. We mean, the guy directed Animal House and An American Werewolf in London for crying out loud! Released 1988, directed by John Landis. Runs 116 minutes. Rated R. July 27 Dr. No In Sean Connery’s first outing as the dashing British agent 007, he investigates strange occurrences on a Jamaican island and stumbles across a mad scientist bent on world domination. Exciting stuff, folks, and what gave birth to one of the longest running film series in cinematic history — a series that had audiences at “Bond, James Bond.” Released 1962, directed by Terence Young. Runs 111 minutes. Rated PG. August 3 The Shawshank Redemption Arguably the best prison film ever made, this tale of a man quietly breaking past bars (Tim Robbins) is nothing short of an inspiration. And it’s not just the prison escape that jerks tears, but a poignant friendship formed within its rough walls as well. Robbins’ companion, Morgan Freeman, delivers one of his best performances. Based on a Stephen King novella, this film is an absolute beauty. Released 1994, directed by Frank Darabont. Runs 142 minutes. Rated R. August 10 Double Indemnity An insurance agent (Fred MacMurray) and a diabolical blonde bombshell (Barbara Stanwyck) team up to kill her husband and collect on a life insurance policy. Lush with shadowy rooms, hard-boiled dialogue, and perfect plans gone awry, this is one of the films that helped define film noir. Released 1944, directed by Billy Wilder. Runs 107 minutes. Not Rated. August 17 Batman Before Christopher Nolan grounded The Dark Knight in gritty reality, Tim Burton turned Batman’s world into an electrifying gothic funhouse. With its dazzling production design, emotional heft, and towering turns by Michael Keaton and Jack Nicholson, this is not just one of the best comic book films ever made, but one of the best films, period. Be sure to bring the kids to this one. Trust us; it will enhance their childhood. Released 1989, directed by Tim Burton. Runs 126 minutes. Rated PG-13.

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THEME PARKS The Beach Waterpark Mason, Ohio (1.5 hour drive) After 27 years in business, The Beach Waterpark has closed. Arrangements have been made for season ticket holders, however. Pass holders can get a free day at Kings Island (through May 28), discounts in the city of Mason, Ohio, two free Sunlite Pool and Classic Rides combo tickets to Coney Island Amusement Park (through June 30), reduced admission to the Cincinnati Zoo, plus discounts or passes to the Countryside YMCA, Morgan’s Outdoor Adventure, Ozone Zipline Adventures, Dave & Busters, plus the promise of more to come. For more information, visit thebeachwaterpark.com. Beech Bend Park & Splash Lagoon Bowling Green, Kentucky (3.5 hour drive) Beech Bend offers a mix of attractions, including an amusement park and water park, plus an oval track, drag strip and campgrounds. New for 2012 is Zero-G, the tallest ride in the park. Zero-G pulls its riders 140 feet in the air, a full 40 feet taller than the mighty Kentucky Rumbler wooden roller coaster (voted the 16th Best Coaster in the World), then plummets at 60 mph, giving riders a weightless experience. Park attractions also include the Sea Dragon, a swinging boat ride purchased from Michael Jackson’s Neverland Ranch. For more information, visit beechbend.com. Cedar Point Sandusky, Ohio (5 hour drive) Seventeen roller coasters, loads of other rides, plus an 18-acre water park – Cedar Point has something for everybody. New for 2012 is Luminosity,

an end-of-the-evening show that promises to transform the atmosphere of the midways with pulse-racing music presented with a dazzling mix of lasers, lights and pyrotechnics. Also new is the Fast Lane service that allows purchasers to speed through the line on more than 20 popular rides (including Millennium Force, Raptor, Top Thrill Dragster. Maverick and many more) as many times as they want. For more information, visit cedarpoint.com. Deep River Waterpark Crown Point, Indiana (2.5 hour drive) Deep River is Northern Indiana, Metro Chicago and Southern Michigan’s largest water park. Everything you’d expect of a big water park is there, including park favorites like the Dragon speed slides, the Rip Tide wave pool, the Storm tube ride, the Bayou river ride and Water Wars, an exciting interactive water challenge game where you and your group can split up and challenge each other, or you can go at it with a group of perfect strangers. Well, hopefully not perfect, or you will lose. For more information, visit deepriverwaterpark.com. Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari Santa Claus, Indiana (3 hour drive) For years, Holiday World and Spashin’ Safari has been voted the Friendliest Park in the World. You’ll understand why as you enjoy free soft drinks all day, plus free sunscreen. The park also boasts three of the best roller coasters anywhere, including The Voyage, voted the #1 Wooden Coaster in the World! The Raven and the Legend are the other can’t miss roller coasters. New for 2012

is Mammoth, the world’s longest water coaster. With bright yellow, round, six-passenger boats, your whole group will be able to challenge Mammoth together! For more information, visit holidayworld.com. Indiana Beach Monticello, Indiana (2 hour drive) Walking along the Indiana Beach Boardwalk at night, looking at the lights reflected in the water as the breeze blows across the lake ... you can’t beat that! In addition to the Boardwalk Funway Rides and Ideal Beach Waterpark, Indiana Beach’s new area keeps growing, with Adventure Point offering visitors new Zip Lines, a High Ropes Course, a Rock Climbing Wall and more. When all that wears you out, watch the Water Thrill Show and Dive Spectacular or take a ride on the Shafer Queen, Indiana’s largest regularly scheduled paddle wheel sightseeing vehicle. For more information, visit indianabeach.com. Indy Island Aquatic Center Indianapolis, Indiana (you’re nearly there right now) Located on the southeast side on Raymond Street just west of Post Road, Indy Island is a small indoor facility open year round with heated pools. Attractions include a leisure pool that goes from a zero-depth entry to 3 feet in depth, a water playhouse with a small slide, geysers and lots of spray features, large water slides for those at least 48” tall, a separate three-lane swimming pool, a spa for the grown-ups and more. For more information, visit indy.gov/eGov/City/ DPR/Amenities/Pages/Indy%20 Island%20Aquatic%20Center.aspx.

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor Chicago, Illinois (4 hour drive) Six Flags has lots of popular major rides, so let’s skip all that and focus on the new ride in town. New for 2012: From the makers of Batman the Ride, Superman Ultimate Flight and Raging Bull comes X-Flight, a cutting-edge coaster with no track above or below riders! Slice through the sky on 3,000 feet of twisted steel with Xtreme drops, loops and intense fly-throughs. I am so there. Watch the video on the website and tell me you’re not so there too! For more information, visit sixflags.com/ GreatAmerica. Splash Island Plainfield, Indiana (30 minute drive) Located right down the street on 3.1 acres in Plainfield, Splash Island includes three water slides, an interactive play area for all ages including kiddie slides, water jets, lily pad crossing, two pulsating vortexes and plenty of deck space for sun bathing and family fun. Oh, there’s also a six-lane competition pool with an attached diving well. New for 2012 is Leisure River, a “lazy river” 900-foot long channel of water that will float patrons on inner tubes along a winding path through coconut tip buckets, rock waterfalls and other ways to cool off. For more information, visit townofplainfield.com. Check www.nuvo.net for updated theme park listings throughout the summer.

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INDEX Abundant Life Church Farmers’ Market ........26 Ambrosia..........................................................21 Angola Balloons Aloft .......................................8 Asian Fest ..........................................................4 Avon Farmers’ Market ....................................26 Beach Waterpark.............................................37 Beech Bend Park & Splash Lagoon ................37 Biergarten at the Rathskeller ..........................11 Biggest Block Party Ever! .................................9 Bill Monroe Bean Blossom Bluegrass Festival .........................................11 Binford Farmers’ Market.................................26 Black Market ...................................................21 Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market ...........................................26 Brew-Ha-Ha .......................................................4 Broad Ripple Brew Pub ...................................21 Bru Burger Bar .................................................21 Café Patachou .................................................21 Carmel Arts and Design District .....................21 Carmel Farmers’ Market .................................26 Cedar Point ......................................................37 Circle City Derby Girls .....................................32 Circus City Festival ............................................8 Climb Time Indy ..............................................32 Cole Porter Summer Festival ..........................16 Concerts on the Canal ....................................11 Cool Creek Concerts Series .............................11 Crooked Creek Farmers’ Market ....................26 Cumberland Farmers’ Market ........................26 Dark Armies .....................................................32 Days of the Dead .............................................35 Deep River Waterpark.....................................37 Dig-IN: A Taste of Indiana ................................6 Dunaways ........................................................21 Enshrinement Festival .......................................9 Feast of Lanterns ...............................................6 Fourth Street Festival of the Arts and Crafts .........................................9 Freedom Blast....................................................5 French Market Festival......................................6 Front Page Sports Bar & Grill .........................21 Garden on the Go ...........................................28 GenCon ..............................................................5 Go Ape.............................................................32 Groovin’ in the Garden ...................................13 Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari ...................37 IMA Summer Nights Film Series ....................35 IMAF...................................................................4 Independent Music + Art Festival ..................18 Indian Market and Festival ...............................5 Indiana Beach..................................................37 Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration ........5 Indiana Fever ...................................................32

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