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Hey Indy — it’s finally warm Wow — after what seemed like an endless cold snap, summer is threatening to arrive. Finally.

Did we miss something in print? Check out nuvo.net for even more concerts, exhibits and restaurants.

Once the checkered flag drops on the 100th running of the Indy 500, a world of fun yet awaits in Central Indiana. We’re pretty sure you’ll find something that fits your tastes in these pages.

Cheers,

ED WENCK

MANAGING EDITOR ewenck@nuvo.net

Summer’s full of festivals and fairs, so once you’ve packed away the winter coat, get ready for Circle City IN Pride, for Gen Con, the State Fair. You’ll find a lot of those events in our annual summer “Festivals” section, followed by hundreds of events in the worlds of music, arts, screens and sports — plus restaurant picks that fit the warmer weather. Each part of the guide opens with a page of picks from the staff, and more “Best Bets” are sprinkled throughout. There’s a handy index in the back, too — all the events herein are listed chronologically, including a list of all the free events happening this season.

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Indy Pride................................ 9 Circle City IN Pride Festival.....8 Pet Pride.........................................7 Talbott Street Art Fair...............8

Indoors, outdoors, inside the Motor Speedway track, inside the State Fair coliseum, in a grassy field, somewhere else entirely? Festivals are the goddamn best, and we love going to them. Some in this list celebrate the hyperspecific (chalk art? Italian food?); some the very general (crafts! music!). All are delightful. Spend your summer weekends at a fest.

STUFF IN FIELDS

Marion County Fair.......8 Indiana State Fair........... 9 Snake Pit............................ 7 Summer Solstice............. 8

KATHERINE COPLEN AND EMILY TAYLOR MUSIC & ARTS EDITORS editors@nuvo.net

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Italian Fest.....................................8 Indiana Market and Festival......... 9 El Dia de La Familia .......................... 9

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Limestone Comedy Festival..................7 PopCon........................8 IndyFringe..................9

OneAmerica Broad Ripple Art Fair May 21, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and May 22, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The Broad Ripple Art Fair has original art for sale by more than 225 artists. If you are a serious art collector this festival is a nationally ranked, highly selective, juried art fair. One of the great things about this event is the various price points. Sun King Brewing will be there pouring, so will non-stop live music and artist demonstrations.

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Indianapolis Art Center, 820 E. 67th St., 317-255-2464, $13 advance, $15 gate, kids 3-12 $3 advance, $5 gate

Russian Festival 12-7 p.m. The second annual Russian Festival offers ethnic food, ballet, music, arts and crafts. The event is organized by the Russian School of Indiana as a fundraiser. Expect to see St. Nicolas Balalaika Ensemble, Indiana Ballet Conservatory, Folk Dance group Kabluchok from Cincinnati, Russian Folk and music by the students of the Russian School of Indiana.

for breakfast Downtown then heading to the parade to avoid the parking nightmares. Downtown Indianapolis, 111 Monument Circle, Ste. 1900, FREE

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Snake Pit 6 a.m. for gates This is just one day and one place, but the sheer star power of the headliners — plus the epic craziness of the 100th running happening in the track that encircles the stage — qualifies the Snake Pit as a fest. An early morning, boozy, crazy festival featuring Martin Garrix, Skrillex, Zeds Dead, DJ Mustard and B.O.A.T.

PERFECT FOR GROUPS!

birthdays • scouts • bridal showers team building • girls night out Cheaper than therapy and way more

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6511 Ferguson St • 317-251-2386 HalfBakedPottery.com

WALK-INS WELCOME

$25 and up, all-ages

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MAY

University High School, 2825 W. 116th St. (Carmel), 317-399-4685, FREE

500 Festival Parade 12-1:30 p.m. It’s race time! And with that comes celebrities, floats and plenty of music. It starts at noon but get there early for a good spot. In fact we recommend biking down

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BEST BET

Limestone Comedy Festival See Best Bet info box, below

Indy Pride See Best Bet info box, P.09

Rainbow 5K Run/Walk 8:30 a.m. The 5th-Annual Rainbow 5K Run/Walk raises money for the Indy Pride Resource Center Fund and for HIV education through the Indiana AIDS Fund. According to Indy Pride last year over 600 people participated. Registration will be capped at 1,000 participants.

JUN

Starts and ends at 22nd and Talbott Streets, $30 registration

Pet Pride 2 p.m. Six years strong Pet Pride has been moved to Saturday to accommodate its growth. The day is complete with puppy play pools, on-site adoption opportunities from local animal rescue shelters, and a pet fashion show.

JUN

Riverside Park, Shelter 5, 2420 E. Riverside Dr., FREE

Community Picnic & Bat ‘n’ Rouge Picnic at noon, Bat ‘n’ Rouge at 2 p.m. Garfield Park hosts a picnic and Indy Pride softball game. The Indy Pride Bag Ladies will play against the Circle City Pride Softball league.

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Limestone Comedy Festival JUN JUN Limestone Comedy Festival 2 - 4 runs three days over five venues with standup and podcast stars (over 40 of the nation’s best up-and-coming comedians to be exact). Limestone definitely gets it right by having a huge lineup pf female comedians. They also have a special focus on LGBT performers. This year there will be a tribute to Indy comic Jim Leugers who passed away earlier this year. Various locations around Bloomington, $50-175, limestonefest.com

Garfield Park Corporate Shelter, 2524 Conservatory Road, FREE

Pride Skate 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Pride Skate is a familyfriendly event, but by no means is this restricted to those with kids. This year’s theme is Galactic Pride Skate, so dress up like any space-related character you can think of (points awarded for Rey from Star Wars or anything Space Jam related).

JUN

Roller Cave Family Fun Center, 8734 E. 21st St., $7 children (ages 12 and under) and $12 adults.

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BEST BET Pop Con JUN JUN Celebrity guests like Karen 17 - 19 Gillan (Doctor Who, Guardians of the Galaxy) and Nolan North (Uncharted, Deadpool and Call of Duty) will make appearances. Comic writing legends like Tony Isabella (Ghost Rider, Black Goliath, Black Lightning) will be around. If you’re a gaming guru look forward to the highlight of this year’s gaming zone being the new Alienware X51. Also new this year will be a huge focus on new media stars in the YouTube world. NUVO will also be running a hefty cover story, so stay tuned. Indiana Convention Center, 100 S. Capitol Ave., one day admission $25-30, three day admission $50, indypopcon.com

Circle City IN Pride Festival

encourage you to spend a full day there.

10 a.m.-7 p.m. Located right at the parade’s end, the festival is a huge fundraiser for Indy Pride. Exhibitors from around the state and country come to show their support and of course there’s live music, drag shows and gelatin shots in plastic syringes.

Harrison Center for the Arts, FREE, all-ages

balloon animals will also be available. Don’t worry mom and dad, there is beer and wine too.

Talbott Street Art Fair

Hamilton Town Center, 13901 Town Center Blvd. (Noblesville), FREE

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American Legion Mall, FREE

Italian Fest 5 p.m.-11 p.m. It’s homemade spaghetti sauce, pizza and cannolis. You can’t really go wrong. Saturday at 6:45 p.m. there will be a traditional Italian religious procession before Mass. Or just go for the Italian wine. Your call. See more on P.32.

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Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 520 Stevens St., FREE

This juried fair features somewhere around 275 artists all up and down Talbott Street. It’s the number one place to find delightful gifts (housewarming? Mom’s bday? Random Labor Day present?) and it’s great people-watching. Grab an Italian sausage and an icy cold lemonade and prepare to pet so many dogs at the Talbott Street Art Fair.

11 - 12 JUN

Talbott St., 10 a.m., FREE, all-ages

Pop Con See Best Bet info box, left

Marion County Fair Times vary This delightful younger cousin of the Indiana State Fair is a great way to kick off Fair Season — eer, summer.

17 - 26 JUN

IMAF / INDIEana Handicraft Exchange Noon The list of artists showcasing their work at the IMAF/Handicraft Exchange mega fest has been announced, but as of our print deadline, musicians haven’t been announced. But we’re confident organizers will program another hearty mix of indie rock, world music and hip-hop that’s filled past fests to the brim. This fest remains one of the best days to walk around the Old Northside -- and now that hotspots like Foundry, Thirsty Scholar and Tinker Street are open and thriving, we

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Marion County Fairgrounds, 7300 E. Troy Ave, prices vary, all-ages

Chalk Art Festival 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Held at Hamilton Town Center the afternoon gives sidewalk canvases to amateur and professional artists. Pieces are judged by viewers and the winners can receive gift cards ($150 to $500). Kids’ activities like bounce houses, face painting and

18 JUN

Taste of Bloomington 3 p.m. This is a food fest that does good — a portion of proceeds benefits the Hoosier Hills Food Band and the Community Kitchen of Monroe County — plus a fest that will fill you up. Dozens of Bloomington mainstays participate, and organizers bring in lots of music acts (Jake Dodds, Sheila Stephen, Polka Boy, Hairbanger’s Ball, The Phunk Nastys and more) on three different stages. All other food-centric festival blurbs begin on page 31 in our robust food section.

18 JUN

Showers Common, 7th and Morton Sts. (Bloomington), $7 advance, $8 gate, all-ages

Summer Solstice 1 p.m. This sun-centric fest celebrates the official kickoff of summer (to be honest, NUVO started celebrating in early April when the weather warmed up), with Girls Rock! And Classical Music Indy performers, an art swap, and a traveling bike fest down the canal towpath, thanks to the StreamLines and Reconnecting Our Waterways projects.

18 JUN

Indianapolis Museum of Art, 4000 Michigan Road, FREE, all-ages

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BEST BET Indy Pride JUN JUN After having 4 - 11 womens’ rights buried in Indiana this year, and our fine governor’s blatant refusal to further human rights in this state, Indy Pride is needed more than ever. Pride Week begins Saturday, June 4, and wraps up with the Circle City IN Pride Festival at the American Legion Mall on June 11. circlecityINpride.org

Indian Market & Festival 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Native performers and over 150 artists (boasting more than 60 tribes) will show their work and compete for awards like Best in Division and Best in Show. Make sure and check out the metal and stonework here.

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500 W. Washington St., eiteljorg.org

El Dia de La Familia

26 JUN

1 p.m. This day celebrates Latin culture — food, music, dancing, family and fun.

Military Park, FREE, all-ages

JULY Freedom Blast 9:45 p.m. Go early to beat the traffic, find a spot to post up, and enjoy one of God’s Best Inventions: fireworks.

JUL

1 Indiana Square, FREE, all-ages

Black Expo Summer Celebration There’s exhibition and demonstration, job fairs, luncheons, parties, and of course so much music. Blackstreet, Al Hudson, The Original Lakeside, New Edition, Kem and Dru Hill will perform. We love you, Black Expo.

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JUL

Various locations, prices vary, all-ages

AUGUST Gen Con Geeks, rejoice. It’s here again. Even if you hate all things Star Wars, Doctor Who and Star Trek (read: you might be lacking a soul or at least an appreciation for storytelling) it’s worth going downtown just for the people watching. The cosplay parade is everything. Make sure and turn down artists alley and look for some of your Hoosier artists and writers. They are there in full force. See what we did there?

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Indiana Convention Center, 100 S. Capitol Ave., four day pass $120, one day $75-155, gencon.com

Indiana State Fair Bring on the delightfully unhinged fun of the Indiana State Fair, where you can eat roasted corn while petting a baby goat; flip upside down in a ride that hangs you over a cotelier of cows; eat as much pork as humanly possible while gazing upon prize pigs, and, of course, see tons of music. The Free Stage lineup includes The Bacon Brothers (as in Kevin), Maddie and Tae, the Happy Together Tour, Blues Traveler, CLare DUnn, 38 Special and many more.

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Locations vary, prices vary, all-ages

Indy Fringe Eleven days hosts some of the most experimental theater that’s around in the midwest. Fringe festivals are notorious for being stepping stones for plays that can go onto brilliant heights. The Drowsy Chaperone, The King’s Speech, and Urinetown are just a few examples of shows that got their first bow at Fringes. According to Indy Fringe they returned a record amount of $122,000 to local, national, and international performers. Come down to Mass Ave and look for your NUVO theater reviewers.

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AUG

Various venues, Mass Ave, indyfringe.org

Kammy’s Kause Bands are yet to be announced for this annual festival supporting 4p- research, but expect a pack of high-profile locals. This Fortville fest is a favorite event of the summer, plus a great community gathering in support of the Hiner family — and 4p- kids all over the state. Last year raised $20,000; this year, they’ve already raised $13,500.

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AUG

American Legion Park (Fortville), prices vary, all-ages

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FREE ADMISSION

food music art dance

Experience the sights, sounds and tastes of Asia without leaving Indy.

An outdoor festival in Downtown Columbus, Indiana with big city design & small town charm

www.columbusbeerfest.in

www.aaalliance.org

presented by:

Indiana State Museum Great Hall

June 18, 2016 11 am - 3 p pm

Unlimited pours around the pond at MILL RACE PARK

more info: aaaiemail@gmail.com Cultural Exhibits • Children’s Activities • Cultural Performances • Asian Cuisine & Merchandise

LIVE MUSIC AND LOCAL VENDORS

3p-6p General Admission 2p Entrance for VIP 100% of Proceeds go to nonprofit

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MUSIC TRIBUTES

Bill Lancton’s Santana Tribute at the Jazz Kitchen.........12 Thunderstruck at the Vogue............................................12 Waterloo at Conner Prairie.......................................................17

After writing this, I plan to roll down a grassy hill in Broad Ripple Park, then grab a gigantic margarita, because it is b-e-a-u-tiful outside, my friends. Summer is here and the show schedule is packed. We’ve got tons of shows in venues big and small, and a zillion more in our online calendar at nuvo.net. (Newly redesigned! So beautiful!)

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JAM FESTS

Phish at Klipsch Music Center..................................... 15 Dave Matthews Band at Klipsch Music Center.... 16 Dead and Company at Klipsch Music Center........ 17

TWANGY TICKETS

Blake Shelton at the IMS...................... 12 Jason Aldean, Thomas Rhett, A Thousand Horses at Klipsch......... 16 The Tallest Man On Earth at the Buskirk-Chumley...................... 12 The Head and The Heart at the Farm Bureau Insurance Lawn at White River State Park...............17

A couple of big summer shows have shifted away from the Fourth of July, including Fountain Square Music Fest and Indypendence Day. That means you have time to see Ritchie Ramone at the Melody Inn. Got your country megaticket yet? Polish up those snakeskin boots? Klipsch is ready for you with a huge pack of shows for the cornfed and country-bred. Only wanna see emo acts? Motion City Soundtrack is touring for the last time ever. (Sob.) Something else? Consider Bloomington’s Boogie-Woogie Festival, the Vogue’s passel of tribute acts, Symphony on the Prairie, and on, and on … See you at the shows.

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SENIOR EDITOR/MUSIC EDITOR kcoplen@nuvo.net

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Yoni and Geti at The Hi-Fi............................ 12 Gwen Stefani at Klipsch Music Center........17 Leon Bridges at the Murat Theatre at Old National Centre.....................................13

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MAY Firestone Legends Day Concert Times vary The Ex-Mr. Miranda Lambert and current Mr. Gwen Stefani headlines Firestone Legends Day, which is your official last day to party before the 100th running. Chris Janson and Corey Cox will open.

28 MAY

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Indianapolis Motor Speedway, 4790 W.16th St., prices vary, all-ages

Phil Pierle, Gene Deer Band, Woomblies Rock Orchestra 1:30 p.m. Any time Phil Pierle and Gene Deer play at the Rathskeller, you’re guaranteed a great rock show. Both of them? That’s a damn great rock show.

28 MAY

Biergarten at the Rathskeller, 401 E. Michigan St., $5, 21+

Race Weekend Speed Show 9 p.m. The Mel has a pack of specialty shows planned for the summer, including 100th running celebrations, 4th of July craziness, and your regular Saturday night punk rock nights. This one features Drag Strip, Transmissions and Frank Rocket. Bring your leather jacket.

28 MAY

Merle Haggard Memorial Concert 9 p.m. Our Barfly is planning this Merle memorial, which features The Cousin Brothers, Stockwell Road, Coot Crabtree and The Roadkillers. These are some of our favorite twangy local acts, and they’ll do Merle proud. Bring tissues.

JUN

Radio Radio, 1119 E. Prospect St., $7, 21+

Bill Lancton’s Santana Tribute 7:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m. Guitarist Lancton’s love of Santana is inspiring — and he threads in all kinds of other Latin jazz and rock masters into this show, too. Think Puente, Dizzy Gillespie and more.

JUN

Jazz Kitchen, 5377 N. College Ave., $12, 21+

Diane Coffee 9 p.m. Seriously if you can find a way not to be ecstatically happy while in the crowd at a Diane Coffee show, tell us. Actually, don’t.

JUN

The Hi-Fi, 1043 Virginia Ave. Ste. 4, $10 advance, $12 door, 21+

Thunderstruck: AC/DC Tribute

JUN

Melody Inn, 3826 N. Illinois St., $5, 21+

Vogue, 6259 N. College Ave., $10 advance, $12 door, 21+

Yoni and Geti

Motion City Soundtrack

9 p.m. Joyful Noise dropped this killer album from Serengeti and Yoni Wolf from Why?. It’s a concept album that tells the story of (imagine) a cocktail waitress and a touring musician. Believe us: It’s really, really great. Oreo Jones will open.

28 MAY

The Hi-Fi, 1043 Virginia Ave. Ste. 4, $15, 21+

JUN

The Tallest Man On Earth 8 p.m. The Tallest Man On Earth’s last album was more fleshed out, less whispered vocals and fuller instrumentation. It’s a natural evolution for Baby Bob Dylan (as we like to call Kristian Matsson.)

JUN

Buskirk-Chumley Theatre, 114 E. Kirkwood Ave. (Bloomington), $25, all-ages

Leon Bridges See Best Bet info box, P.13

Polka Boy 7 p.m. The perfect polka cover band to dance to on picnic tables, Polka Boy’s performances at the Rathskeller are legendary. This gigantic cover band features accordion, horns, a killer drummer and lots of gang vocals.

JUN

Biergarten at the Rathskeller, 401 E. Michigan St., $5, 21+

9:30 p.m. This is the emo band’s last tour, ever, they say. Say it ain’t so, we say.

Deluxe at Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St., $26.50 advance, $28 door, all-ages

Dashboard Confessional, Taking Back Sunday, The Early November 7 p.m. Last year’s Dashboard Confessional show was the first time Chris Carrabba had taken his old band back on the road. Carrabba told us what he was thinking when tickets started selling in huge numbers, and how it felt to be exhausted from so many years on the road. Carrabba: “I’m keenly aware of the fact that we were at a point of overexposure, pure exhaustion from 300 dates a year for 10 years. If there’s an exaggeration in there, it’s a slight exaggeration, a slight miscalculation. So we were criticized and heralded in equal measure, and then maybe positively criticized in unequal measure, a little bit unfairly when that backlash against a scene that we were involved in happened en masse. When we took a break, I didn’t know if we were coming back. And when we did, I didn’t know if we were coming back to people that have moved on and didn’t care anymore. But those weren’t the reasons we stopped – we were just exhausted. We’re rejuvenated, so we decided to come back. And I’m humbled, but I’m mostly out-of-mymind excited that people care enough to buy these tickets this fast. For that, I’m so grateful to continue to do what I love, and know that

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9 p.m. Vogue is quickly becoming the go-to place for ’80s rock tributes.

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Leon Bridges 8 p.m. We’ll tell you the story of a dude who made it SUPER BIG. Leon Bridges’ self-titled was an homage to everything we loved about the golden age of Motown. He dropped it, then started selling out clubs, then bigger clubs, and now huge Murat-sized theaters.

JUN

Murat Theatre at Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St., $29.50 advance, $35 door, all-ages

part of what that was was that I loved these people that much.” Farm Bureau Insurance Lawn at White River State Park, 801 W. Washington St., prices vary, all-ages

Whitesnake 8 p.m. We’re now at the point that every Whitesnake concert probably includes an attendee who was conceived … to Whitesnake. The Brit hard rockers are touring their 12th album, The Purple Album.

album Draw the Curtains was my personal pick for best album of 2007. Hoge brings to mind comparisons to Neil Young, Dylan and Springsteen. Those comparisons ring true with one exception. Hoge’s songs are still relevant and very much ‘of the now.’ ” The Warehouse, 254 1st Ave. SW (Carmel), all-ages

JUN

Murat Theatre at Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St., $25 - 59.50, all-ages

The Lumineers 8 p.m. FINALLY, The Lumineers are releasing a follow up to their self-titled LP that was released all the way back in 2012. FINALLY. Soak opens.

11 JUN

Murat Theatre at Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St., $29.50 - $40, all-ages

Trampled by Turtles 9 p.m. Reigning kings of the Duluth music scene — in addition to Charlie Parr and Low, ‘course — Trampled By Turtles alt-bluegrass is a favorite of fest-goers and club kids alike.

JUN

The Vogue, 6259 N. College Ave., $25, 21+

The Free Zone 25th Anniversary Concert 7 p.m. Many congrats to the Free Zone on their 25th anniversary. They’re doin’ it up right, booking The Dwarves, The Queers and The Gitmos.

13 JUN

Melody Inn, 3826 N. Illinois St., 21+

Houndmouth 7 p.m. MOKB Presents is coordinating a series of concerts in Garfield Park this summer, topped by mega-popular indie rocks Houndmouth, who, we will take every opportunity to remind you, are from Indiana. Their 2015 album Little Neon Limelight put them on a worldwide tour, bringing that sweet, sweet New Albany sound to the masses.

Dead and Company

Garfield Park MacAllister Amphitheater, 2524 Conservatory Dr., $20 advance, $25 door, all-ages

Klipsch Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St., prices vary, all-ages

Will Hoge

Bollywood Bhangra

8 p.m. Our Barfly says: “Will Hoge is an amazing songwriter and musician. When he came to Indy a while back, I saw one of the best Americana rock shows I had ever seen. His

11 p.m. DJ Kyle Long (and NUVO columnist dude) is hosting three Bollywood Bhangras this summer at The Hi-Fi. These parties are legendary — and

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7 p.m. Honestly, we didn’t think Dead and Company would tour anymore after all those grand goodbye shows in Chicago last year, but here they are. The lineup includes Bob Weir, Mickey Hart, Bill Kreutzman, Oteil Burbridge, Jeff Chimenti and — twist! — John Mayer.

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he’s hosting them for free. Mark your cals.

Maceo Parker

The Hi-Fi, 1043 Virginia Ave. Ste. 4, FREE, 21+

7 p.m., 9:30 p.m. Still not over Prince’s death yet: remember when Maceo Parker was his bandleader? And contributed to a pack of his recordings all through the late aughts? Oh, Prince.

Florida Georgia Line, Cole Swindell, The Cadillac Three 7 p.m. Bro country giants Florida Georgia Line have garnered a bit of a bad rap as bro country standard bearers, in the last few years — all the while totally blowing up the charts and racking up crazy album sales. Suffice it to say, if Florida George Line is your thing, they’re really your thing. If they’re not — well, there’s plenty of other shows in this calendar for you, my friend.

18 JUN

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Klipsch Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St., prices vary, all-ages

ICON: Michael Jackson and Prince 9 p.m. The Michael Jackson vs. Price Show is one of Old Soul’s epic parties, in the tradition of years of epic parties. Peep this portion of an interview with Old Soul’s Doug Morris: “I was raised around the area of 43rd Street and College. There were a lot of amazing people on the block where I grew up. There was a woman who taught African dance and hip-hop to all the kids in the neighborhood for free. There was a gentleman who taught all the boys in the community kung fu for free. My brother and a lot of my friends became black belts in kung fu because someone in the community decided to take an interest in the youth. When people think about Indianapolis, they don’t think about it in the same way as they do when they think about New York in the 1980s with the breakdancing, the boomboxes, and this beautiful heartbeat of culture happening everywhere. But believe it or not, my experience as a kid wasn’t much different than that. It wasn’t unusual for us to be out on the block breakdancing or throwing house parties.”

25 JUN

The Vogue, 6259 N. College Ave., $10 advance, $15 door, 21+

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James McCartney

18 JUN

9 p.m. As in, son-of-that-McCartney.

White Rabbit Cabaret, 1116 E. Prospect St., $17, 21+

21 JUN

Jazz Kitchen, 5377 N. College Ave., $49 - $55, 21+

Jimmy Buffett and The Coral Reefer Band

23 JUN

7 p.m. Sailin’ away yet again.

Klipsch Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St., prices vary, all-ages

Blitzen Trapper 9 p.m. “Black River Killer” is such an A+ song. If you see this, and haven’t listened to it, put down this guide, go queue it up and buy tickets to this show.

23 JUN

The Hi-Fi, 1043 Virginia Ave. Ste. 4, $16 advance, $18 doors, 21+

Paul Wall Melissa Etheridge 7:30 p.m. Judging by the sheer number of hatchback cars we come across blasting the still-incredible “I’m The Only One,” out of open windows, this Melissa Etheridge’s solo show will have a LOT of awesome moms at it. She’s playing solo at this date.

21 JUN

Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts, 1 Center Green (Carmel), prices vary, all-ages

23 JUN

10 p.m. Houston rapper Paul Wall’s latest is called Slab God.

The Vogue, 6259 N. College Ave., $25 - $75, 21+

Shooter Jennings, Waymore’s Outlaws 9 p.m. Outlaw country bon vivant Shooter Jennings (yes, son of Waylon) released a pair of EPs in the last year or so, but we’ve got fingers crossed for new music at this

24 JUN

Bloomington date.

week after Chesney’s stop in Indy.

The Bluebird, 216 N. Walnut St. (Bloomington), $20 advance, $25 door, 21+

Klipsch Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St., prices vary, all-ages

Sun King’s 7th Anniversary Celebration 4 p.m. Grapefruit Jungle IPA will be flowing; DJ Helicon will be spinning. The Turnpike Troubadours, Nikki Lane and HONEYHONEY will be rocking. And people will be drinking.

JULY

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7 p.m. This ’80s package tour features “Pour Some Sugar On Me,” “Time For Me To Fly” and “Heaven’s Trail” acts.

JUL

Sun King Brewing Company, 135 N. College Ave., $10 advance, $20 doors, 21+

Klipsch Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St., prices vary, all-ages

Justin Bieber

Special Independence Day Edition Punk Rock Night

7 p.m. THE BIEBS COMETH.

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9 p.m. Ritchie Ramone headlines. Melody Inn, 3826 N. Illinois St., $8, 21+

ICON: Michael Jackson and Prince

Indypendence Day Concert for Cancer

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See Best Bet info box, below

Phish

Weird Al Yankovic

7 p.m. It’s not a summer without 1) Phish on tour and 2) Dave on tour. Both are stopping in Indy in late June, and Dave follows in mid-July.

26 JUN

7:30 p.m. Should we write a parody of a concert blurb to put here? Would that be fitting?

JUL

Klipsch Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St., prices vary, all-ages

Farm Bureau Insurance Lawn at White River State Park, 801 W. Washington St., prices vary, all-ages

Kenny Chesney

Brian Fallon

7 p.m. Chesney is 20 albums deep into his mega successful country career; his latest is Some Town Somewhere, which drops a

8 p.m. The frontman and songwriter for The Gaslight Anthem is touring on a solo record, Painkillers, released in 2015. Hopefully this show

30 JUN

MUSIC

Def Leppard, REO Speedwagon, Tesla

JUL

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Indypendence Day Concert for Cancer Times vary Couple big changes in this year’s Indypendence Day shenanigans: 1) It’s expanded to a two-day fest, with headliner Ludacris on July 2 and headliner AWOLnation on July 3. 2) It’s not actually … on Independence Day anymore. That’s actually a huge relief for anyone who had to fight the fireworks-loving crowds last year. One thing is resolutely the same: money raised at this event benefits those battling cancer, including Riley Hospital for Children and St. Francis Patient Assist Fund. Other performers on the bill include Mike Stud, The Lost Kings, Charlie Breeze, Sirius Blvck, Breakdown Kings, Audiodacity and Coastl (Saturday); and Kongos, Blue October, Standout Story, Veseria, Brother O’ Brother and Moxxie (Sunday).

JUL

Downtown Indy, $30 - $90, all-ages

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will also feature some songs from his excellent 2011 release with The Horrible Crowes, a short-lived project with Gaslight Anthem guitar tech Ian Perkins that produced the excellent LP Elsie.

MUSIC

Deluxe at Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St., $22.50 advance, $25 doors, all-ages

on the morning commute before entering a sterile office environment void of any fun stuff. They poured into the Old National Centre to see Steely Dan, a band fronted by a couple guys who, ironically, had probably beaten up the very types of men who now pack their houses.”

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Klipsch Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St., prices vary, all-ages

Matisyahu 8:30 p.m. His latest, 2014’s Akeda, is named after the Hebrew word for “binding,” as in The Binding of Isaac. Yes, Matisyahu is as intriguingly religious (as a writer, at least) as ever.

Rock Hall Three For All

Lafayette Theater, 600 Main St. (Lafayette), prices vary, all-ages

Klipsch Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St., prices vary, all-ages

Weezer, Panic! At The Disco,

Vans Warped Tour

7 p.m. This pop doubleheader highlights Weezer’s new self-titled album and Panic!’s new album Death of a Bachelor. Andrew McMahon and The Wilderness opens.

See Best Bet info box, right

JUL

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Klipsch Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St., prices vary, all-ages

Steely Dan, Steve Winwood 7 p.m. Jeff Napier sets the scene from Steely Dan’s 2013 show at the Murat. Imagine: “The crowd was decidedly white collar: doctors, lawyers, hedge fund managers. They were the types of men who secretly rock out to a diet of classic rock in their Mercedeses

15 JUL

7 p.m. This slammin’ three-band bill includes Heart, Joan Jett and The Blackhearts and Cheap Trick.

17 JUL

Jason Aldean, Thomas Rhett, A Thousand Horses

21 JUL

7 p.m. Country megaticket, whoop whoop.

Klipsch Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St., prices vary, all-ages

Dave Matthews Band

22 23 JUL

JUL

Times vary Dave’s back for a two-night stand.

Klipsch Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St., prices vary, all-ages

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Vans Warped Tour 11 a.m. This year’s Warped Tour features Bullet for My Valentine, Atreyu, Good Charlotte, Motionless in White, New Found Glory, Reel BIg Fish, Yellowcard, Mayday Parade — and, game change, Waka Flocka Flame. We’ll repeat some of our tips for newbies from last year’s guide by TJ Jaeger: 1) Above all else, the number one risk at Warped Tour is passing out. While running from stage to stage, frantically searching for the next band, it’s easy to get caught up in the disarray and forget to take care of your body. 2) Don’t forget to eat. There will be multiple vendors selling those precious calories and nutrients throughout the day. Unfortunately, the food tends to be a bit pricey, so be sure to bring some extra cash. 3) If you’re prone to sunburn, bring some sunscreen and find some shade. It’s a rare commodity under the hot sun at Klipsch. If you feel too hot, find some shade and take a break. 4) Go see small bands. One of the best things you can do at Warped Tour is to stay open minded; you may surprise yourself.

19 JUL

Klipsch Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St., prices vary, all-ages

7 p.m. It’s possible this tour means another The Head and The Heart album is in the works — the Seattle folk collective hasn’t released one since 2013’s Let’s Be Still. This show raises money for the Indiana Children’s Wish Fund.

25 JUL

Farm Bureau Insurance Lawn at White River State Park, 801 W. Washington St., prices vary, all-ages

Jane’s Addiction, Dinosaur Jr., Living Colour 7:30 p.m. This one-two punch of Dave Navarro and J Macis is the most excited we’ve been for the ’90s in a million years. Or, well, 16.

25 JUL

Murat Theatre at Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St., $49.50-$99.50, all-ages

The Temptations and The Four Tops Times vary The Temptations offer a rich blend of voices accompanied by stylish, coordinated dance moves performing songs like “My Girl,” “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg” and “Papa Was a Rolling Stone.” Then, the Four Tops bring back the hits with “I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch),” “Baby I Need Your Loving,” “Reach Out I’ll Be There” and many others. Don’t miss these two Motown legends on one stage!

29 - 31 JUL

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Gwen Stefani 7 p.m. Her Lady of Bright Red Lipstick is touring This Is What The Truth Feels Like — and she’s bringing Eve on all her stops. This will be 100 percent better than Stefani’s time on The Voice — and The Voice is pretty damn good.

31 JUL

Klipsch Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St., prices vary, all-ages

AUGUST Waterloo performs ABBA 8 p.m. Symphony on the Prairie’s calendar always includes lots of delightful cover bands, and this is the Swedish mother of them all: Waterloo covers “SOS,” “Dancing Queen” “Mamma Mia” and all your other favorite ABBA hits. NUVO will 100 percent be bringing all of our dads to this. (Dads love ABBA.)

AUG

Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Road, prices vary, all-ages

Ray LaMontagne 7 p.m. LaMontagne’s latest is Ouroboros, which was produced (and features!) My Morning Jacket’s Jim James.

AUG

Farm Bureau Insurance Lawn at White River State Park, 801 W. Washington St., prices vary, all-ages

Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa 7 p.m. Puff puff pass. This tour features special Guests Kevin Gates, Jhene Aiko, Casey Veggies and DJ Drama.

AUG

Klipsch Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St., prices vary, all-ages

Bloomington Blues and Boogie Woogie Piano Festival Craig Brenner coordinates this yearly Bloomington fest, whose 2016 lineup includes Bob Seeley, Bruce “Sunpie” Barnes, Cynthia Girtley, Bill Sims, Jr., Mark Braun, aka Mr. B, Ricky Nye, Alfred “Uganda” Roberts, Gordon Bonham, Joe Donnelly, Ron Kadish, Dan Hostetler and Brenner himself.

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Dick Dale 7 p.m. We cherish this email from surf legend Dick Dale’s wife Lana, which reads, in part: “People like Mick Jagger, Stevie Ray Vaughn — who started playing music on his guitar after hearing Surfer’s Choice album in 1963 — worship Dick by the way. Steven Tyler loves Dick, and Bruce Springsteen, and I can go on all day. Dick is self-taught as he plays upside down backwards left-handed. And a bit of trivia: He taught Jimi Hendrix the slide on the Strat guitar. ... Leo Fender and he pioneered the strap guitar, as Dick was Leo’s guinea pig. Leo Fender was like a second father to Dick and we all loved him.” Dale returns for a show with local surf lovers The Madeira.

16 AUG

Melody Inn, 3826 N. Illinois St., $40, 21+

AUG

John Waldron Arts Center, 122 S. Walnut St. (Bloomington), prices vary, all-ages

Dick Dale See Best Bet info box, left

Toto Times vary It’s gonna take a lot to drag me away from you / There’s nothing that a hundred men or more could ever do / I bless the rains down in Africa /Gonna take some time to do the things we never had

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AUG

Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Road, prices vary, all-ages

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JUL

Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Road, prices vary, all-ages

MUSIC

The Head and The Heart

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Launchpad Long Form Improv..............................20 2016 ComedySportz World Championship.... 22 Ben Morrison................................................................23

No one appreciates warm weather quite like Hoosiers, and with that comes a need for clean air, sunshine and reintroducing yourself to your fellow man after squirreling away for three months. We have a few picks to help guide you in the process.

STAGE SHOWS

RuPaul’s Drag Race................ 22 ZirkusGrimm........................ 25 Creme De Les Femmes: One Strip Wonders.............. 23

Make sure and take advantage of the extra nudge that Indy arts are getting this year from the bicentennial. (It has meant a lot more funding for the arts, and with that has come some killer programming.) This summer and fall you will see the theme of place and time coming up over and over in Indy artwork; just enough to make you look around the city and remember exactly why you are here.

VISUAL MUST-SEES

Amy Pleasant: Parts and Pieces......... 20 19 Stars of Indiana Art.......................20 Goodbye Cruel World............................. 21

Now, by no means is this a comprehensive list. There are plenty more plays, exhibits, tours and events that absolutely deserve your time, but here are a few to get you started. Check NUVO Arts and nuvo.net every week for more up to date information and stories about the movers and shakers with a knack for the creative.

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Hot Wheels™: Race to Win™.......................................20 IMA Artist Designed Mini-Golf.............................21 Community Day: Summery Solstice........................23 Indianapolis Art Center Open House.......................25

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REPEATING EVENTS Birth of the Earth First Monday-Saturday of every month, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. When we think of history it’s often limited to humanity, but the State Museum presents it in a much larger context. The Birth of Earth exhibit shows the earth’s history and how natural disasters have shaped the land around us. Make sure and see the real seismograph that measures a man-made earthquake.

ARTS

Indiana State Museum, 650 W. Washington St., included with admission

Poems for the People Third Tuesday of the month, 6:30 p.m. A mix of comedy and spoken word has names on the lineup like Nate Gropp, Jeff Oskay (a regular on the Bob&Tom show) and Too Black (who has been getting national attention for his spoken word). The show brings innovative performances every round. Indy Eleven Theatre, 719 E. St. Clair St., indyfringe.org

MAY Chris Newlund & Robert Hoffman Through May 31, Sundays, 12-4 p.m. and Tuesdays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Chris Newlund and Robert Hoffman are currently the featured artists at the Brown County Art Guild. They will

even host a live painting demonstration. Brown County Art Guild, 48 S. Van Buren St. (Nashville), FREE

cars down the orange toy track with famous race car drivers from IndyCarTM, stock car, or the NHRA drag racing circuit.

Long-Sharp Gallery at the JCC

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, 3000 N. Meridian St., childrensmuseum.org

Through June 3, 5:30-7 p.m The JCC is coming together with the Long-Sharp Gallery to show the works of Constance Edwards Scopelitis, Dale Enochs, Jason Myers and Mary Pat Wallen. Arthur M. Glick JCC, 6701 Hoover Road, 317-251-9467, FREE

Amy Pleasant: Parts and Pieces Through June 19 Amy Pleasant has held solo exhibitions all over the world; from the Jeff Bailey Gallery in New York to Stockholm, Sweden to the U.S. Embassy in Prague. Her figurative shapes of ink on paper resemble a silhouette or a bit of a Rorschach Test. Her work was noted when she was given the Joan Mitchell Foundation Painters and Sculptors Award for 2015. iMOCA at CityWay, 216 East South St., FREE, indymoca.org

Hot Wheels™: Race to Win™ Through August 14 The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is bringing in full size Hot Wheels to coincide with the Indy 500. Be sure and check out the Batman vs. Superman car. The show highlights the science and features that bring speed to race cars. Some viewers will get to race

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19 Stars of Indiana Art Through Jan. 8, 2017 This show highlights 19 Hoosier artists in conjunction with the bicentennial, showing highlights in nearly every tangible medium. The show is pulled from the IMA’s permanent collection. Every artist involved has received regional, national or international recognition. Indianapolis Museum of Art, 4000 Michigan Road, included with admission, imamuseum.org

How the West was Won 7:30 p.m. The Indiana Wind Symphony uses music to open a dialogue about the wild west. Old-west expert Mark Boardman will be narrating while the IWS plays music of Aaron Copland, John Williams, Morton Gould, and others.

MAY

Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts, 1 Center Green (Carmel), prices vary

Classical Concerts at Central 2 p.m. It’s two of the best parts of downtown combined, the symphony and the central library. This program will be held in Central Library’s Clowes Auditorium.

22 MAY

Central Library, 40 E. St. Clair St., FREE

IMA Artist Designed Mini-Golf

The Nature of Art: Painted Parks

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The Richmond Art Museum is showing Rick Wilson’s “The Nature of Art: Painted Parks.” The show will be in conjunction with the 100th anniversary of the Indiana Parks system and tied to the Indiana Bicentennial. Wilson has documented the 24 state parks and 8 reservoirs in Indiana through 70 photographs. If you think you have to travel to find good hiking, let this show prove you wrong.

Sustainable Community Living with LaManda Joy from Peterson Garden Project 7-9 p.m. This discussion with LaManda Joy will be on the role of community gardens in urban settings. The talks focus on how these spaces impact social interactions and accessibility to fresh food. Following the talk is a Q&A and book signing for Start A Community Food Garden: The Essential Handbook.

MAY

Shortridge High School, 3401 N. Meridian St., 562-208-365, $20

22 - 16 MAY

JUL

Richmond Art Museum, 350 Hub Etchison Pkwy., (Richmond), 765-966-0256, FREE

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IMA Artist Designed Mini-Golf MAY OCT One of the most highly anticipated installations this year, the IMA Mini Golf 5 - 30 blends art and architecture from local artists and designers. The designs are all original holes inspired by the things that make Indiana unique. The 18-hole mini golf course will be set on the grounds of the IMA. Organizations and artists from Big Car to William Denton Ray have all created holes for the installation. Be warned though, it’s a tough course. Indianapolis Museum of Art, 4000 Michigan Road, included with admission

Improvised Debate

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9 p.m. Everyone is reaching the height of debate fever between Bernie, Clinton and the hamster billionaire. Release some tension with four comedians, humorists and improvisors who will compete for your vote in a mock debate. The White Rabbit describes it well: “find out the candidate’s opinions at the same time they do.”

Central Library, 40 E. St. Clair St., 317-275-4100, FREE

24 MAY

White Rabbit Cabaret, 1116 E. Prospect St., 317-686-9550, $5.

Author Lew Freedman: The History of the Indianapolis 500 6-7:30 p.m. Author Lew Freedman has been collecting stories from 100 years of laps around the IMS track. He has made note of the drivers and every big moment. After the lecture Freedman will sell and sign copies of his new book, The History of the Indianapolis 500: Highlights From the 100 Races. This program is going to be in the Central Library’s Riley Room. Lew will also be at Bookmamas in Irvington on May 27. If you want to have 500 facts about the 500 on hand to throw out (or kick ass at trivia) over the the next month, make sure and pick up NUVO. Our own Ed Wenck has been deep in the race rabbit hole.

25 MAY

Crescendo 7:30 p.m. Put on by the Indianapolis Opera and the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra we can expect opera, Broadway, and symphonic pops. Soprano Emily Fons will be highlighting the show. (Fons is a 2015 Opera News rising star and former Indianapolis Opera resident artist.)

27 MAY

Farm Bureau Insurance Lawn at White River State Park, 801 W. Washington St., 317-776-8181, prices vary.

Goodbye Cruel WORLD Alan Goffinski’s pop-up installation at GPC fits with the collective damn well. It will “celebrate the art of the thrift store plastic bag,” according to Erin Drew. The show is a collaboration between Goffinski and the employees of Value World and will include photos, interviews and statements from the artist and the employees.

27 - 29 MAY

MAY

General Public Collective, 1060 Virginia Ave., FREE

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JUNE Hauntings of Indiana Talk: Dr. Helene Elise Hermine Knabe 6:30-8 p.m. There are quite a few of these talks coming up in the next few months, but they will all discuss Dr. Helene Elise Hermine Knabe, one of the first women to be noted for kicking the patriarchy in the damn knee caps. She was a doctor and the first woman to be employed in the lab by the Indiana State Board of Health. Despite being hit by every side of prejudice and sexual discrimination, she became very well respected. That is until her mysterious murder in 1911. Her killer was never convicted.

JUN

ARTS The Basile Theatre at the Historic Athenaeum, 401 East Michigan St., day passes range from $25-55, access to all eight matches $99, indycomedysportz.com

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RuPaul’s Drag Race 8 p.m. The “Battle of the Seasons” is coming to Old National Centre for round three. This year will be hosted by Michelle Visage and the line-up will include: BenDeLaCreme, Ginger Minj, Ivy Winters, Jinkx Monsoon, Katya, Manila Luzon, Sharon Needles and Violet Chachki.

JUN

Spades Park Branch, 1801 Nowland Ave., FREE

Garrick Ohlsson & Tchaikovsky’s Fourth

Andy Woodhull

Various times Krzysztof Urbanski conducts Tchaikovsky’s Fourth, and if his other conducting is precedent Urbanski will tap into the the turmoil of Tchaikovsky. He will be accompanied by Garrick Ohlsson.

Various times Woodhull made his comedy network debut on the Tonight Show: Starring Jimmy Fallon. He has also has been on Conan, Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen, and Gotham Comedy Live on AXS.

2 - 5

compare improv skills. It’s elimination style so only one can come out at the end with the championship trophy. Show your city pride and make sure they have plenty of support on their home turf.

General Public Collective, 1060 Virginia Ave., FREE

Egyptian Room at Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St., 317-231-0000, $37.50 advance, $40 doors

JUN

2016 ComedySportz World Championship JUN JUN CSz Indianapolis is hosting the 2016 ComedySportz World Championship where 8 - 11 teams from around the country and across Europe will go head-to-head to

Hoosier who grew up in small Indiana town before moving to New York in 2011. Her work focuses on family and the line between fantasy and memory.

JUN

Hilbert Circle Theatre, 45 Monument Circle, prices vary.

8 - 11

JUN

Crackers Comedy Club Downtown, 207 N. Delaware St., 317-631-3536, $12.50-22.50

2016 ComedySportz World Championship discoheathen

JUN

7 p.m. GPC’s show discoheathen will showcase new work by Jessica Ucul, a

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Ben Morrison

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Various times Morrison’s show has grown over the years, now it includes a live multimedia and photography exhibity. Now you can also find him on Last Comic Standing, MTV’s Punk’d, and on Al Gore’s CurrentTV. His byline also runs in Mutineer and Crohn’s Advocate magazines.

TBD An evening of spoken word, art and music is put on by shehive, a local collaboration to open up dialogs about race, gender, sexuality, nationality and anything else that impacts women in Indy. The idea, according to shehive.org, was “to provide a space for women to speak freely about our bodies, and every feature artist brought a unique message about the many intersections of womanhood.”

JUN

Morty’s Comedy Joint, 3625 E. 96th St., 317-848-5500, $15

Carmen June 10, 8 p.m., June 12, 3 p.m. The last round of the indoor concerts will host the renown Carmen opera. The production will be semi-staged. Urbanski will conduct and the ISO along with mezzosoprano Oksana Volková, will bring the fouract opera to Indy. Also on the bill are tenor Evan Bowers singing Don José, the Indianapolis Symphonic Choir and Indianapolis Children’s Choir.

10 12 JUN

GENIUS to the Beat of SOUL Various times An original play by founder Deborah Asante and directed by Jeffrey Page, GENIUS tells the story of a family’s journey of faith over the years.

11 - 19 JUN

Indiana Repertory Theatre, 140 W Washington St., $10, irtlive.com

Sean Donelly Various times Donelly appears at New York clubs like Caroline’s, Gotham, Stand Up NY, and The Stand; on MTV’s World of Jenks and formerly on The Late Show with David Letterman. His resume also shows that he was a semi-finalist in the 2012 Boston Comedy Festival.

15 - 18 JUN

JUN

Crackers Comedy Club Downtown, 207 N. Delaware St., $12.50-22.50

Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue 8 p.m. The ISO’s summer starts off with a performance featuring Bernstein’s Three Dance Episodes from On the Town, Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue and Dvorák’s Symphony No. 9 (“New World”).

17 - 18 JUN

JUN

General Public Collective, 1060 Virginia Ave., FREE

JUN

Hilbert Circle Theatre, 45 Monument Circle, prices vary

JUN

ARTS

9 - 11

JUN

Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd. (Fishers), prices vary.

Community Day: Summery Solstice 1-4 p.m. It’s how you know summer is in full swing. Complete the day by packing a picnic (turn to the food section to see some great recommendations for a quick pick-up). The IMA will have live music and plenty of games in addition to the installations throughout the woods.

18 JUN

100 Acres: The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park, 4000 Michigan Road, FREE

Creme De Les Femmes: One Strip Wonders

18 JUN

8 p.m. Titties. New routines. Who can say no?

Birdy’s Bar and Grill, 2131 E. 71st St., prices vary.

JULY Metamorphosis 7 p.m. Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre is bringing Metamorphosis to the stage at the Tarkington. Of course it will be hard to follow up last year’s La Casa Azul.

JUL

Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre, 3 Center Green, 317-924-6770, prices vary.

Star Spangled Symphony 8 p.m. One of the annual packed-house (lawn?) highlights of the Marsh Symphony on the Prairie series. The gates open at 5, so bring the lawn chairs and blankets and Frisbees and vino and craft beer and cold chicken and enjoy Alfred Savia and the ISO kickin’ out the patriotic jams. Now 34 years running, this show always ends with 1812 Overture complete with live cannons and a Sousa/ fireworks duet. Aaaah Ooooh.

2 - 4

JUL

Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd., 317-776-6000, $33 and up

All Mozart 8 p.m. David Danzmayr conducts the works of Mozart; including the Overture to Symphony No. 36 (“Linz”). Caroline Goulding will perform Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 3 in G major.

8 - 9

JUL

Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd., 317-776-6000, prices vary.

Jekyll & Hyde: Young Adult Production Various times Footlite Musicals is putting on the classic story of division and the struggle in the human psyche, Jekyll & Hyde. The story was conceived for the stage by Steve Cuden and Frank Wildhorn (along with the music), and the book and lyrics are by Leslie Bricusse. If you aren’t familiar — number one, go read it — it’s the story of Dr. Jekyll who is about to understand the key to man’s inner reality. After using himself as an experiment he turns

8 - 24

JUL

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Librería Donceles: Pablo Helguera Librería Donceles: Pablo Helguera Various times Librería Donceles is a traveling bookstore and installation. Created by Pablo Helguera in 2013 the show has traveled to both coasts and with each stop it’s the sole Spanish-language used bookstore within that city. Though it obviously serves a function as a bookstore, it advocates for “equity through the physical presence of a bookstore. It asserts the materiality of books, at a time when digital platforms for reading have fundamentally shifted the economics of book production, distribution, and consumption,” according to Shauta Marsh at Big Car. There are 20,000 titles that visitors can choose from (each person can buy one book).

5 - 20

AUG

DEC

ListenHear, 2620 Shelby St., FREE

himself into the monster Edward Hyde. Footlite Musicals Inc., 1847 North Alabama St. 317-926-6630, $23 adults, $15 for youth 17 and younger, footlitemusicals.wildapricot.org

that’s been brewing since they were kids. Based on their life narratives, they use dancing as dialogue. Murat Theatre at Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St., $25-69.50

Acid Dolphin Experiment Acid Dolphin Experiment is the story of Dr. John C. Lilly, an American neuroscientist recognized for studying the nature of consciousness with, of course, isolation tanks, dolphin communication, psychedelic drugs, and self experimentation. According to The Phoenix, Lilly, “risked his career, his relationships, and his sanity, to decipher the subjective experiences often dismissed as ‘mere hallucinations.’”

14 - 14 JUL

AUG

Phoenix Theatre, 749 N. Park Ave., prices vary

ZirkusGrimm See Best Bet info box, P.25

Maks & Val Live On Tour: Our Way

26 JUL

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7:30 p.m. The brothers Maksim and Valentin Chmerkovskiy have a show

AUGUST Librería Donceles: Pablo Helguera See Best Bet info box, above

Scott Hocking Detroit-based artist Scott Hocking is making a show out of found objects from abandoned buildings around Indianapolis. “I am interested in forgotten places and things kept out of sight,” says Hocking. “I don’t know if this is because I’m from Detroit, a city that has become known for urban prairies and empty factories; but I try to work the same way no matter where I am. I explore my surroundings — gathering images and materials to create sculptural installations and photography projects. Often site-specific, these projects are temporary, with a lot left up to chance.”

5 - 15

AUG

OCT

317-776-6000, prices vary

Indianapolis Art Center Open House

Silk Road Ensemble with Yo-Yo Ma

6-8 p.m. This is great if you have kids or want an activity based date night. The IAC will have all of the studio classrooms open for use. Also the Faculty Exhibition and Best of Student Show will be up and running. The Faculty show is notorious for having some of the best hidden gems in the city.

7 p.m. Cello legend Yo-Yo Ma is coming back to Indy. If you missed the first round, go see the guy who won 18 Grammy Awards and topped the Billboard chart of classical music.

AUG

Indianapolis Art Center, 820 East 67th St., FREE, indplsartcenter.org

AUG

Hilbert Circle Theatre, 45 Monument Circle, $40

SEPTEMBER Happy Birthday Wanda June 7 p.m. Butler Theatre will be showing a staged reading of Kurt Vonnegut’s Happy Birthday Wanda June in the Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts. The price for tickets haven’t been released yet but check schrottcenter.org for up to date info.

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Classical Mystery Tour: Music of The Beatles 8 p.m. Here comes the sun and the annual Beatles tribute. This year is focused on the 50th anniversary of The Beatles’ last tour of 1966.

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ZirkusGrimm JUL AUG Various times No one does a dark twist on fantasy the way Ben Asaykwee 22 - 13 of Q Artistry can; At least not in Indy theater. ZirkusGrimm is a musical based on folk tales by the Brothers Grimm. The show has become a beloved favorite over the years and draws a crowd. Buy your tickets early. Q Artistry, qartistry.org, $17-20

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Tube Factory artspace, 1125 Cruft St., FREE

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Summer should always be filled with fun. When you’re not hanging out at the pool or playing “capture the flag” in the backyard, you should try to catch lots of movies. Sure, the big blockbusters will march into your local megaplex, but Indy has plenty of other moviegoing experiences in store for you this season. From outdoor screenings at the IMA to silent classics with live musical accompaniment at the Historic Artcraft Theatre, there are tons of treats for hardcore cinephiles and casual film fans alike. Check out our in-depth look at this summer’s cinematic calendar and plan accordingly. We hope to see you at the movies!

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IMA SUMMER NIGHTS This year’s Summer Nights Film Series is an embarrassment of riches, offering an eclectic lineup of films — from Bad Boys to The Princess Bride. The IMA will show these classics every Friday evening in its lovely outdoor amphitheater. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the summer series. And based on the films playing, it looks like it’s bound to be the best one yet! Doors open at 6 p.m., and interactive pre-show programming begins at 7 p.m. Get there early and play mini-golf on the IMA grounds! Tee times start at 6 p.m. and the last tee time is 8 p.m. Mini-golf is free for members and $8 for the public during Summer Nights.

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Indianapolis Museum of Art, 4000 Michigan Road, Single film: $8 members, $12 public; Double feature: $12 members, $18 public; Season pass (available for members only through June 3): $95; imamuseum.org

Bad Boys 7 p.m. The buddy cop movie to rule them all. Will Smith and Martin Lawrence star as Miami policemen forced to switch places in order to protect a murder witness while investigating a heroin heist. As hilarious as it is action-packed, Bad Boys is a great film to ring in the summer. Before the movie, you can enjoy music and DJ lessons from Deckademics DJ School, test your knowledge and nostalgia with some ’90s trivia and take a turn in a Bad Boys photo booth.

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Eighties Adventure Double Feature 7 p.m. First up is 1987’s Adventures in Babysitting. The quirky comedy stars Elisabeth Shue as a young woman whose babysitting gig turns into a nightmare when she ends up lost with three kids in the darkest corners of Chicago. (It’s funnier than it sounds.) The next film is exactly as funny as it sounds —

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A Craft Beer Tasting Event benefiting Hancock Hope House

Saturday, Aug. 13 • 4-7 PM Hancock County 4-H Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall 620 N. Apple St. Greenfield, IN Sample from 12 Indiana breweries with unique appetizer pairings and music! • Bier Brewery

• Triton Brewing Co.

• Brew Link Brewing Co.

• TwoDEEP Brewing Co.

• Metazoa Brewing Co.

• Wooden Bear

• Quaff On! Brewery

• Hoosier Brewing Co.

• Scarlet Lane Brewing Co. • Tow Yard Brewing Co. • Sun King Brewing

• Carson’s Brewery

Tickets can be purchased online at: www.hops4hope.net (317) 467-4991 For up to date news and highlights please visit our Facebook page: Hops 4 Hope - A Craft Beer Tasting Event

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Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure. Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter star as two metalhead slackers who get a huge advantage for their high school history project — the ability to travel back in time! Before the double feature, you can dress like a historical figure or your favorite comic hero, make your own ’80s art, participate in ’80s music trivia, rock out to music from DJ Scott Stulen and shop for limited edition posters designed by Ronlewhorn Industries.

Rebel Without a Cause 7 p.m. Indy native James Dean stars as a troubled young man in ’50s-era California. In this classic coming-of-age drama, Dean is instantly iconic, sporting a fiery red jacket and smoldering with teen angst. Before the film, you can play in a mini-golf challenge, try your hand at rebel trivia, take some selfies in a ’50s photo booth and enjoy music from DJ Kyle Long!

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Army of Darkness 7 p.m. B-movie legend Bruce Campbell battles a medieval army of undead warriors. Must we say more? Actually, we also need to mention that you can watch a chainsaw sculpture demonstration, make medieval crafts and enjoy music from DJ Kyle Long. How cool is that? Sure, everyone loves The Evil Dead and Evil Dead II. But trust us when we say that this film — the conclusion of Sam Raimi’s outlandish horror trilogy — is just as good.

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Remember the Titans 7 p.m. Denzel Washington stars in the true story of Herman Boone and his struggle to lead a racially diverse football team at T.C. Williams High School in Washington, D.C. circa 1971. Get your Kleenex ready for this one. And be sure to wear your favorite team’s jersey or ’70s-era outfit. Before the film, you can play football trivia and enjoy music from DJ Scott Stulen.

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The Iron Giant 7 p.m. The sweet, stirring tale of a boy who stumbles upon a giant alien robot (voiced by Vin Diesel). As they grow closer, a government agent infected with Cold War paranoia tries to tear them apart. Warmly animated and tenderly told, The Iron Giant is a beautiful story — like the kind of pulpy children’s fantasy you’d find in an old mom-and-pop bookstore. To coincide with the screening, there will be a Drawing Club class, a collaborative robot sculpture, spoken word performances and a lesson from Deckademics DJ School.

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Roman Holiday 7 p.m. A European princess falls in love with an American reporter while traveling across the globe. How romantic! Better yet, Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck star as the two lovebirds. Pre-screening activities include an Audrey Hepburn look-alike contest and photo booth as well as classic film trivia, jewelry-making, music from DJ Kyle Long and more!

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Crazy for Swayze Double Feature 7 p.m. The IMA is setting the bar high by starting with Road House, a rough drama in which Patrick Swayze stars as a bouncer hired to clean up The Double Deuce — the loudest, most dangerous club south of the Mason-Dixon Line. The second feature, Dirty Dancing, is softer, of course. Swayze stars as a dance instructor who sweeps a young woman (Jennifer Grey) off her feet and falls in love at a sleepy resort in the Catskills. Before the film, you can ride a mechanical bull or join the Firefly Cove Talent Show. The pre-screening fun includes music from DJ Scott Stulen and the chance to buy limited edition posters designed by Ronlewhorn Industries.

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Indy Film Fest JUL JUL Since 2004, this festival has been growing into 14 a- 24 massively popular celebration of cinema, showing films from nearly every state in the nation and more than 50 countries across the globe. In addition to highlighting great works of independent film, it showcases Hoosier-made films as well. (In fact, last year featured the highest number of Hoosier films submitted and selected in the history of the festival.) The festival includes more than 100 films over the course of 10 days, along with chances to meet the actors and filmmakers behind them. Past festivals have featured such critically acclaimed films as (500) Days of Summer, Another Earth, Natural Selection and Sleeping with Other People. This year’s films will play at the IMA and the IMAX Theater at the Indiana State Museum. Tickets: $10 single, $80 10-ticket bundle, $25 opening and closing nights (includes after-party), $150 all-access pass, indyfilmfest.org

7 p.m. Richard Dreyfuss stars in this Steven Spielberg classic about an ordinary suburban guy (from Muncie, Indiana!) who sets off on a quest for alien beings after spotting a UFO. This film is an enduring example of Spielberg’s power — his ability to seamlessly embed otherworldly magic in slices of everyday life. To go along with the film, the IMA will have an alien abduction photo booth!

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Moulin Rouge! 7 p.m. Ewan McGregor stars as a young English poet who falls in love with the star performer (Nicole Kidman) of the film’s titular nightclub. A peek at Paris in the 1900s that also includes edgy interpretations of modern songs, Moulin Rouge! is a fiercely stylish musical fantasia. The screening will be paired with a Burlesque performance and music trivia.

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Casablanca 7 p.m. Humphrey Bogart. Ingrid Bergman. Romance and intrigue against the backdrop of World War II. What more do you need? Simply put, this is one of the best films ever made. Before the film, you and your special someone can cozy up in the Casablanca photo booth, play some classic film trivia and put in requests with the IMA’s pianist. If you’re lucky, maybe he or she will play “As Time Goes By.”

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West Side Story 7 p.m. Two teenagers from rival gangs — the Jets and the Sharks — fall in love. Sound familiar? Set on the seedy streets of New York, this modern Romeo and Juliet is one of the greatest musicals of all time. To celebrate the screening, you can dress in your favorite ’50s attire and compete in a Jets vs. Sharks dance-off!

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The Princess Bride 7 p.m. Romantic, whimsical, wild and funny, The Princess Bride is strange, but it’s also a film the whole family can enjoy. Directed by Rob Reiner (This is Spinal Tap, A Few Good Men — the guy can do anything!), the film stars Cary Elwes as a friendly farmhand who sets off on a mission to rescue the love of his life, Princess Buttercup (Robin Wright), from the hands of the diabolical Prince Humperdinck. Before the film, you can pretend like you’re a swashbuckling swordsman during a special fencing class.

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HISTORIC ARTCRAFT THEATER This year, the Artcraft is showing more movies than ever before — 43 films, 20 of which are screening at this old movie palace for the first time. From Jurassic Park to Pirates of the Caribbean, the selection is perfect for the summer. Come in from the heat and enjoy some pure movie magic at this enchanting movie house,

which is listed on the official Indiana State Register of Historic Places. 57 North Main Street (Franklin), $5 adult, $4 senior/student, $3 kids 12 and under (unless noted otherwise), historicartcrafttheatre.org

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade 2 and 7:30 p.m. each day As we all know, this wasn’t Indy’s last ride, but the Indy franchise certainly should have ended here, on an incredibly high note. This time, the adventuring archaeologist is joined by his father — the one and only Sean Connery! The film follows them on a thrilling quest for the Holy Grail. It’s the best Indiana Jones film and one of Steven Spielberg’s best, period.

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Close Encounters of the Third Kind

The Secret of NIMH 10 a.m. A tall tale with small characters. This animated adventure follows a widowed field mouse as she joins forces with scientifically altered rats to escape her home and save her children before the local farmer starts plowing the area. Tickets are $5 and include a small drink and popcorn.

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Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl 2 and 7:30 p.m. each day. Johnny Depp stars as a drunken, Keith Richards-esque pirate in this rollicking action comedy. It has some otherworldly fantasy elements as well, namely an army of undead pirates! Exciting, hilarious and romantic, this is a fun-for-the-whole-family summer spectacle.

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The Land Before Time 10 a.m. In this animated classic, an orphaned brontosaurus named Littlefoot stumbles upon other dinosaurs in search of the legendary Great Valley. Produced by Steven Spielberg, it’s warm, funny and thrilling — in other words, a great movie to introduce to your little ones this summer. Tickets are $5 and include a small drink and popcorn.

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Labyrinth 2 and 7:30 p.m. each day The Artcraft is giving a nod to the late, great David Bowie with a screening of this ’80s cult classic in which the iconic musician stars as the Goblin King of a surreal maze-world. A young Jennifer Connelly also stars as a teenager trapped in the labyrinth, which is filled with unique creatures courtesy of master puppeteer Jim Henson.

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Jurassic Park 2 and 7:30 p.m. each day. Genetically engineered dinosaurs turn on the tourists of the titular theme park in this hugely entertaining adventure — one of Steven Spielberg’s best. More than 20 years after its release, the film still holds up remarkably well. It’s still scary, the special

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effects are still breathtaking and the music will still send tingles up your spine. This is one you must see on the big screen.

Dr. No 2 and 7:30 p.m. each day. The one that started it all, introducing Sean Connery as Bond. James Bond. This film finds the sexy superspy battling a mad scientist bent on destroying the U.S. space program. (Isn’t that essentially the plot of every Bond movie?) With 20-some films under its belt, a lot of Bond flicks are forgettable. But Dr. No is iconic and indelible. And Connery is so damn cool.

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The Phantom of the Opera 7:30 p.m. This silent horror classic will come to life at the Artcraft with live orchestral accompaniment courtesy of the Franklin Chamber Players — a 19-piece orchestra that includes the electric organ, which is bound to make the macabre world of this film even spookier! This annual screening and performance will be retired indefinitely after this summer, so catch it while you can! Ticket prices vary, $10-20.

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Monty Python and the Holy Grail 2 and 7:30 p.m. each day. A laugh-a-minute parody of the legend of King Arthur, this film is an unforgettable comedy classic packed with clever,

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endlessly quotable dialogue. It would be a great film to end your summer vacation, putting a smile on your face before you have to go back to school or work or anyplace less fun than Monty Python.

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HEARTLAND SUMMER REWIND Have you ever missed the Heartland Film Festival? Have no fear! Summer Rewind showcases the cream of the crop from years past. It’s a three-day mini-fest, featuring roughly 15 films at two theaters within walking distance in the historic Fountain Square cultural district — the Heartland Basile Theatre and the Wheeler Arts Community. Summer Rewind is a great blast from the not-too-distant past that will get you pumped for the future of the Heartland Film Festival.

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Advanced Online Tickets: $6 for the public, $4 members; Walk Up/Box Office Tickets: $8 public, $6 members, heartlandfilm.org

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SPIRITED AWAY AT SGIS See Best Bet info box, below

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Spirited Away at SGIS 9:30 p.m. As part of The Office of First Year Experience’s Welcome Week 2016, IU Cinema and the IU School of Global and International Studies (SGIS) will welcome everyone back to campus with a special outdoor screening of Hayao Miyazaki’s 2001 Academy Award- winning animated masterpiece, Spirited Away. A Japanese answer to Alice in Wonderland, the film follows a little girl as she tumbles into a dreamlike spirit world and works in a bathhouse for the gods. With soot clumps that spring to life and a trash heap that morphs into a muddy monster, it’s a surreal, earthy spectacle. You can practically feel the dirt of the setting beneath your fingernails. Watching it outside will surely enhance that experience! The screening will take place on the lawn facing the south side of the SGIS building. Seating will open at 7:30 p.m. and the film will begin at 9:30. Before the movie, you can enjoy a tour of the SGIS building, along with food and games.

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School of Global and International Studies, 355 N. Jordan Ave. (Bloomington), FREE (no ticket required), cinema.indiana.edu

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MARKETS FOR FRESH PRODUCE

RESTAURANTS TO BE ADVENTUROUS

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BUTCHERS FOR SUMMER GRILLING

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Summer’s here and that means it is time to pull out your cuts of meat to put on the grill. We’ve got you covered with Indiana’s butchers and meat markets. But sometimes it’s better to let someone else do the work for a change, there are plenty of restaurants to serve you your favorite steaks, burgers, and other grilled meats. Burning in the summer sun can make it hard to eat heavy dishes, so sometimes you’re looking for something light and easy like seafood or veggie-based dishes. No matter which corner of the city you call home, there is a place for a light meal. Plus, if it’s too hot to eat an actual meal, cool off with a tasty, icy treat. Now that we’ve actually had the chance to chow down at a bunch of the new places, we’ve got all of the spots that you need to go, including those still to come. It’s also festival season abd we have the info you need to make sure and plan accordingly to get to all of the old favorites, as well as newcomers for the year. This is bound to be a great summer and NUVO is here to help you you make the most of it. Make sure and keep in the know with the almost daily updates on nuvo.net/food.

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FOOD & DRINK EVENTS

Indys FIRST Retro Arcade Bar

There’s nothing better than spending a sunny day eating fresh food, drinking cold drinks, and sharing the day with like-minded locals. The number of food- and drink- related events in Indianapolis is growing every year and more and more are popping up weekly. Here are a few that you’ll most likely see some of the NUVO team attending.

First Friday Food Truck Fest 5 p.m. Every First Friday from June through October head to Old National Centre’s parking lot for a gathering of the best meals on wheels in Indy. Get the opportunity to pick from the vast array of meal choices from spicy Indian dishes to ice-cold popsicles and everything in between there are usually close to thirty trucks to choose from at each event. Not to mention, the inclusion of live musical acts to add another layer of fun to the evening. Dates are: 6/3, 7/1, 8/5, 9/2, and 10/7.

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501 Virginia Ave

tappersarcadebar.com @tappersarcade

less than one mile from the city center

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Old National Centre Parking Lot, 502 N. New Jersey St., 317-231-0000, firstfridayfoodtruckfestival.com, $5

Vintage Indiana – Wine Festival 12-6 p.m. Now in its 17th year, this fest will be offering more wines than ever before, including 200 award-winning wines. This isn’t just for oenophiles, there will also be plenty of food from some of Indy’s top chefs, as well as, live music from local musicians like Zanna-Doo and Jennie Devoe. It’s a day of wine and fun under the sun.

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Brew-Ha-Ha 3-7 p.m. Spend a day of drinking, noshing, and chatting with other locals at the 21st Brew-Ha-Ha and help support the nearly 200 performances the Phoenix Theatre puts on every year. Life is always good when you can give back by drinking beers from Broad Ripple Brew Pub, TwoDEEP, and Fountain Square Brewing.

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The Phoenix Theatre, 749 N. Park Ave., 317-635-7529, phoenixtheatre.org, $10-$50

Indy Burger Week With more than 35 restaurants already signed on and surely more to come, there will be no better time to try the best burgers around Indy than this week, when burger joints are dropping the prices on their burgers to a mere $5. That’s right, throw your middle finger toward Subway and their slick meat, toaster-ovened footlongs and go enjoy a juicy, delicious burger.

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Literally everywhere, indyburgerweek.com, $5

Microbrewer’s Fest 3-7 p.m. You rated it as the #1 beer fest of 2015 and this year it will be even bigger and better. There will be more breweries to try, and hopefully more beer drinkers to chat and

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Historic Military Park, 601 W. New York St., 317-233-2434, vintageindiana.com, $10-$50

Midwest Sour + Wild + Funk Fest 1-5 p.m. If you love sour ales, then this is the event for you and the only one of its kind in the Midwest. Created by Bloomington’s Upland Brewery, it is a celebration of the funkiest brews from Three Floyds, Tin Man, Triton, and 40 more breweries. Last year sold out, so get your tickets early.

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Indianapolis City Market, 222 E. Market St., 317-634-9266, uplandbeer.com, $20-$80

Indianapolis Italian Street Festival 5-11 p.m. Do you love Italian food … pasta, meatballs, sauces, sausage, pizza, more pasta, Chianti, Peroni, what’s not to love? Well this is a way to show your love of all of these things by eating, drinking, and being merry. You’ll also get the chance to see a traditional Italian religious procession, followed by more eating and drinking.

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Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 520 Stevens St., 317-636-4478, indyitalianfest.com, FREE

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Hank’s Smoked Brisket As you’d imagine, given the name, Hank’s is all about that brisket. This is a different style of smoked meat than you usually find in Indy (which tends to steer toward Memphis and Kansas City styles), Hank’s does Texas style over mesquite wood, which gives it a distinct flavor (Hank comes from Texas, so he knows what he’s doing). While you should go for the brisket (obviously) slathered in their signature BBQ Sauce, you could also go for their tender corned beef, or a perfectly cooked chicken. Don’t worry if you’re not sure, Hank knows his regulars and if you’re new to the place he will happily give you a sample or two. 3736 Dr. MLK Jr. St., 317-925-1689, hankssmokedbriskets.com

Historic Military Park, 601 W. New York St., 317-233-2434, drinkin.beer, TBD

Dig IN: A Taste of Indiana 12-4 p.m. The Indiana food festival. This event showcases the best restaurants in Indiana and has their proprietors using the meat, cheese, fruits, vegetables, and more that are locally-sourced (that means they come from right here in Indiana). On top of the food there there will be plenty of Indiana wine, beer, and coffee to drink. If you care about Indiana’s food and drink culture, you will be at this event.

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Historic Military Park, 601 W. New York St., 317-233-2434, digindiana.org, $35-$99

Sun King Canvitational Beloved Indy brewery Sun King created this event to bring together awardwinning breweries from across America and the people that love their beer. Spend the day up and down Georgia Street and Pan Am Plaza tasting beer samples and filling up on the best food trucks form around Indy.

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Pan Am Plaza, 201 S. Capitol Ave., canvitational.com

GRILLED MEATS As soon as I walk outside and see my neighbors grilling and drinking beer, that is when summer starts and my grill runs all summer, and maybe a little too far into fall. There are plenty of nights when I stop by a local butcher and get a couple steaks, a rack of ribs, or some ground beef, but for the nights that I don’t have time, I’m glad that there are plenty of places to stop and get a perfect meal of grilled meat, and sides (I guess).

BURGERS 317 Burger When Ambrosia vacated this space in Broad Ripple, we were a tad concerned. Ambrosia simply moved to new digs and made way for this craft burger joint with a craft beer selection to match. The fries are hand cut, the beef’s excellent and specials include $7 burgers on Thursdays. 915 E. Westfield Blvd., 317-251-1317, 317burger.com

Boogie Burger If there is one crime in this world you simply cannot get away with, it’s sneaking Boogie Burger garlic fries into an office building without being noticed. It’s also dangerous because

those garlic fries, famously piled with little bits of that fresh minced goodness, are one of the most delicious iterations of fried potato this fine city has to offer. But let’s get real: It’s all about those thick, juicy patties of meat—under a pile of serrano peppers, pastrami, fried eggs, anything and everything you can fathom! 1904 E. Broad Ripple Ave, 317-255-2450, boogieburger.com

Burgerhaus Take a walk on the canal and stop in for a juicy burger and pint. The spicy fries are killer and the setting is casual, so all you have to do is wear your comfy shoes and enjoy. 335 W. 9th St., 317-434-4287, indy.burgerhausrestaurants.com

BRU Burger Bar At BRU you can find burgers with guacamole, exotic cheeses, and a menu that frequently rotates. They may be called a “burger bar,” but BRU serves all kinds of tasty dishes, from salads to nachos. Still, the reason you go is to get a pint and grab a juicy patty with all the toppings (or none of them, because they’ll do that, too) and enjoy the deck. It’s got one of the best outdoor spaces on Mass Ave, nestled right in the center of all the action. Oh, and the onion rings, you’ve gotta have the onion rings.

410 Massachusetts Ave, 317-635-4278, bruburger.com

McGinley’s Golden Ace This little Irish pub looks like a hole-in-the-wall from the road, but once you step food inside it’s cozy and the bartenders are always happy to have you. Family owned and operated since 1933 (the end of Prohibition), this is a place to get a shot of whiskey, a bottle of beer, and one of their burgers with lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle, and maybe some mayo or mustard. They’ve been cooking up those patties in the same cast iron since right around the time they opened and a good burger is all about a wellseasoned pan. [CASH ONLY] 2533 E. Washington St., 317-632-0696, goldenaceinn.com

Kuma’s Corner Chicago’s most beloved burger joint has finally landed in Indianapolis, and yes, they really are just that good. If metal isn’t your thing, you can carry out your burgers. But you should stay and enjoy the music and have some beer and whiskey (both on tap), because what’s a burger without at least one of those? If you want to leave without feeling breathless, order one of the smaller portioned burgers for lunch. 1127 Prospect St, 317-929-1287, facebook.com/kumasindy

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cheers with. Tickets will go on sale May 27 and it will be returning for the second year to the Historic Military Park.

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DESSERTS • CANDY •TEA

Open Daily Noon to Midnight. Closed Tuesdays.

116th & Guilford in Carmel • www.TheQuirkyFeather.com

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The Red Key The Red Key is a part of Indy literary history (Google “Dan Wakefield”) and maintains late owner Russ Settle’s rules: no swearing, no moving of the tables, no coats draped on chairs or stools. NUVO contributor and all-around awesome human Nora Spitznogle might just be in the kitchen when you arrive, ready to cook you a burger, arguably the best classic burger in the city. Order that with a side of their homemade potato salad and a Manhattan. Sit back, relax, and enjoy. Oh, and the notes on the neon sign spell the tune of “How Dry I Am.” You won’t be dry when you leave the Red Key. [CASH ONLY] 5170 N. College Ave., 317-283-4601, redkeytavern.com

Punch Burger In addition to the proprietary burgers, diners can choose from dozens of toppings to create an almost infinite variety of sandwiches. A vegetarian option in the form of a portabella mushroom cap is also available in place of beef or turkey. Perhaps best of all, and what confirms Punch’s advantage over every other fast food joint in town, is the availability of beer. With several local brews on tap by either the glass or pitcher, this is the clincher. 137 E. Ohio St., 317-426-5280, punchburger.com

The Red Key See Best Bet info box, P.34

Working Man’s Friend Sit at one of their tables that have been there for decades and order one of their famous, crispy-edged burgers. Cheese will drape over your simply-dressed patty in a glorious golden robe. The fries will be fried, salted, and plated— no frills, ever. And you don’t need even half a frill when your burgers are as good as they are at Working Man’s Friend. One of the most telling signs that this place is the burger truth? The lunch crowd is one of the most diverse

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groups of people you’ll ever encounter—from construction workers to judges and lawyers— because everyone loves an inexpensive, perfect cheeseburger and fries. [CASH ONLY] 234 N. Belmont Ave., 317-636-2067

STEAKS Dawson’s on Main Dawson’s really appeals to the grownup set who still like their steaks and seafood. No surprise, given that this whole section of town smells vaguely like high-performance fuel, that this has become a favorite spot for those in search of a testosterone-friendly meal of meat, from the ocean to the smoker. You’ll often find drivers and owners noshing here as well. 1464 Main St. (Speedway), 317-247-7000, dawsonsonmain.com

Fogo de Chao Let’s get things straight, you go here to mercilessly eat an enormous amount of different types of meat. So, why, oh why, would you ruin that opportunity by going to the salad bar. I know, it’s tempting, but I promise when it comes to Fogo, green food means wait, because you’re

117 E. Washington St., 317-638-4000, fogodechao.com

Harry & Izzy’s St. Elmo’s little sister and brother pack a mean steak punch as well, plus you can still get the famous shrimp cocktail without feeling like you need to be wearing a tie. Plus, the $5 filet sliders are where it’s at for steak lovers on a budget, or a diet. 153 S. Illinois St., 317-635-9594, 4050 E. 82nd St., 317-915-8045, harryandizzys.com

Peterson’s White tablecloths, steaks, seafoods and wine. Not down with the chain steakhouses? You could do a hell of a lot worse – Peterson’s been an award-winning fine dining establishment since 1999. The wine list is pretty astounding. 7690 E. 96th St., 317-598-8863, petersonsrestaurant.com

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Ruth’s Chris As chains go, this is one of the country’s most recognizable names in steak franchises. They also serve great cocktails. Do you need to know more? 45 S. Illinois St., 317-633-1313, 2727 E. 86th St., 317-844-1155, ruthschris.com

St. Elmo Peyton Manning had a steak and Bud Light here after every home game. Sportscasters mention the joint when they visit. The shrimp cocktail sauce is made with super-crazy-spicy fresh horseradish. The service is strong. The steaks are large. It’s a freakin’ Indy institution, folks. 127 S. Illinois St. Ste. 2, 317-635-0636, stelmos.com

BARBEQUE City BBQ A regional chain that continually smokes some of the best barbecue in every city in which it’s located. A huge reason for this is despite being a chain, City BBQ still hand rubs and smokes their meat on site for over 18 hours. Not only are the meats perfect, but their sides are made from scratch every morning, these little touches lead to this being the best chain barbecue you’ll ever have. Multiple Locations, citybbq.co

Hank’s Smoked Brisket See Best Bet info box, P.32

King Ribs Bar-B-Q If you’ve ever driven past this place, either of its locations, I know you’ve thought, ‘Jesus, that is a long line. Must be good.’ I know that because I think that every time I pass by the one on Keystone Avenue and everything I’ve ever hear is that they serve the best ribs and brisket in the city. So, there ya have it folks! 3145 W. 16th St., 317-488-0223 or 4130 N. Keystone Ave., 317-543-0841, kingribsbarbq.com

MJ’s Backyard BBQ & Catering The newest place on this list, and what I would already consider a hidden gem, MJ’s opened in 2015 and despite staying under the radar, they are serving possibly the best ribs in the city. The ribs here are smoked first and then fried giving them a unique texture that has made regulars of nearly everyone that walks through the doors. Check this place out soon before it becomes the most crowded barbecue joint in the city. 8605 E. 10th St., 317-772-1819, facebook.com/ MjsBackyardBBQandCatering/

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waiting for that tender, incredible red meat. Yes, I know it’s a national chain, but this spot is all about dollar-cost averaging. Don’t go here when you have something else to do that day.

North End BBQ Don’t get fooled by the strip-mall setting: Ryan Nelson’s barbecue place is serving up incredible smoked meat with every kind of sauce style you could want. Great cocktails, great barbecue and excellent pies make this a great little taste of the south. Plus, here you get a choice of which barbecue style you want, so if you live in a home divided by BBQ-flavor profiles, this is the place where everyone can eat in harmony. 1250 E. 86th St., 317-614-7427, thenorthendbbq.com

Oaken Barrel Early on in Indy’s craft beer scene, Oaken Barrel was mashing their own — and training a bevy of brewers who fanned out across Central Indiana. While most people come here for the beer, which if you’re going you should be getting a beer, may I recommend a Superfly (one of the best depictions of a standard IPA Indy), there is also a reason why this place is packed on Mondays. Mondays are all-you-can-eat baby back ribs and these ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender, come hungry, you’ll be upset if you don’t. 50 Airport Parkway (Greenwood), 317-887-2287, oakenbarrel.com

SAUSAGES Fat Dan’s Chicago Style Deli As the name suggests, Fat Dan’s cuts right to the chase with their food, not even bothering with plates. The thick, delicious sandwiches and hand-cut, totally irregular fries come served on a square of brown paper: no frills, no apologies. And if you’ve ever had Fat Dan’s, you know that they could probably spike the whole meal on the ground and all hungover patrons would hit

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the deck face-first after it. Especially their classic Chicago Italian beef, or their Italian sausage topped with peppers and onions. It doesn’t get much better than that. Some people really hate that the fries look like misshapen fry factory rejects, but it’s a central part of Fat Dan’s dedication to really delicious handmade food. 815 Broad Ripple Ave. or 5410 N. College Ave., 317-600-3333, fatdansdeli.com

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If you’ve never stopped in the weird little building on Pendleton Pike (you know the one, it has giant paintings on the side), then you’ve been missing out on one of the most unique restaurants in the city. Plan to spend quite a bit of time here the first time you come, you’ll be looking through all of the weird and interesting German knick knacks for the first hour or so before you sit down at one of the checked tables for a classic German meal. It’s all about the sausage here, whether you go with the Farmer’s Brats, or the more flavorful Currywurst make sure you get a homemade pretzel to sip in their spicy mustard, or even better a healthy bit of butter goes perfect on the pretzel. Don’t fill yourself up too much, the pastries here are to die for. You may think you know what you want, but I promise, you want the bienenstitch.

Pioneer

South of Chicago

Taking most of its head staff from Bluebeard, Pioneer is serving up cocktails, craft beer and a menu full of “Alpine” food. You can get a lot of vegetarian variety here as well. If you’re not vegetarian you’re in luck. The sausages are made in-house and their sausage plate is mind-bendingly good, the boudin blanc and bratwurst flavors blend perfectly with the pommes (potato) puree and beer braised apples. If you’ve ever wondered why there is the classic idea of a hog with an apple in its mouth, this dish will show you. Make sure you stop by for a drink and a bite when there’s a performance on the live stage inside.

If you’ve been having a craving for classic deep dish, Italian beef, or Italian sausage with a cold beer this is the cure for what ails you. No frills, hearty and easy-to-eat food straight from The Region.

1110 Shelby St., 317-986-6761, pioneerindy.com

Rathskeller All the German food and all the beer. All of it. The beer hall here is legit, with a lifted-rightfrom-Bavaria, deer-head-on-the-wall vibe, and the dishes are as authentic as it gets. While I would be remiss if I didn’t tell you to get the Jagerschnitzel, another heart-stopping meal is the Mixed Wurst Platte, with four different sausages and multiple mustards to dip them in, this meal is quite the feast, so I would suggest splitting it with another meat-loving friend. 401 E. Michigan St., 317-636-0396, rathskeller.com

7625 Pendleton Pike, 317-547-1230, heidelberghaus.com

619 Virginia Ave., 317-203-7110, nobspizza.com

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2503 N. Delaware St., 317-924-4944, goosethemarket.com

Claus’ German Sausages & Meat Market

Joe’s Butcher Shop

At 103 years in business, Claus’ is undoubtedly the longest running meat market in the city, and for that fact they have a staunch group of regulars that stand by this Indiana landmark. It is also the most wallet-friendly option in the city (bring cash, so you don’t have to pay the 3 percent credit card charge), and with a huge variety of meats and the ability to easily customize your order, it is the perfect place to stock up. 1845 S Shelby St, 317-632-1963, clausgermansausageandmeats.com

Goose the Market Possibly the most talked about, highly praised establishment in the city of Indianapolis, following the idea that “real meat has a tale,” the Eleys have created an Indiana staple with Goose the Market and its wholesaler counterpart, The Smoking Goose. Their popularity with

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the community stems from their incredible customer service and, at a close second, their extensive choice of charcuterie options, including the fan favorite Delaware Fireball. This signature salumi, made from coarse ground pork, is a little ball of fire packed with crushed chili, espelette pepper and garlic. Grab a bottle of Beaujolais from the wine cellar and dig in.

Located in the trendy Carmel Arts & Design District, Joe’s is a haven for the Ron Swanson in all of us that simply needs a good selection of meats in unassuming refrigerated glass cases. The coolest part about this place is an addition on their website that is beyond useful, especially for when we want something more than a simply grilled pork chop. Joe’s has graciously provided free recipes to try out at home, including more than 20 pork options. My personal favorite is the beer marinated spareribs recipe, because mixing meat and beer is my favorite American pastime. 111 W. Main St. (Carmel), 317-846-8877, joesbutchershop.com

L. E. Kincaid & Sons Kincaid’s has quality meats, and they’ve been running for just short of that century mark, so

America’s diner is always open.

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they know what they’re doing. While I could steer you towards their hand stuffed sausages that are out of this world good, I would be doing you a disservice if I didn’t tell you to get the bacon burgers. What makes these magical is the bacon is ground in with the beef. Yes, it’s almost sinful, but hot damn are these burgers good. 5605 N. Illinois St., 317-255-5497, lekincaidmeats.com

ICY TREATS Summer > Winter. This is a factual mathematical equation, but sometimes when Summer rears its warm head, it gets a little too hot. Luckily we can offset that with the inclusion of sweet, tasty frozen snacks.

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Feel free to stop in here and eliminate any calorie burn you may have accomplished while on the Monon Trail. They don’t just do scoops and sundaes either; the location is famous for ice cream cupcakes, cakes and pies as well as the regular ice cream shop fare. Plus, vegans and lactose-inolerants can delight in the fact that they always have a few dairy-free options. 901 E. 64th St., 317-257-5757, bricsindy.com

Cafe Nonna Cafe Nonna is one of the newest and cutest little gems along Virginia Avenue. They’re not only selling homemade gelato, but espresso, pastries and little nibbles like macaroons. Imagine the airiness of your average neighborhood ice cream shop, and then add the spirit of an Italian matriarch to the mix. Yes, it’s that good. 629 Virginia Ave., 317-986-6904, cafenonna.squarespace.com

Graeter’s Ice Cream

Lick Though a classic scoop of vanilla is always a welcome treat, the trend of new ice cream flavors is something to be excited about. Branch out and try one of their inventive flavors like Cedar & Whiskey (don’t worry teetotalers, you won’t get drunk off this), Jasmine & Hops, or Gorgonzola Candied Pecan. This Indy-based ice creamery quickly became a favorite amongst Hoosiers and visitors alike and now that they have an actual storefront, there is no excuse not to be eating this ice cream every single day (okay, maybe not that much). 1125 E Brookside Ave C-7B, 317-9790237, lickicecream.tumblr.com

This Cincinnati transplant was a place to stop on any trip East for years, until they got smart and opened up shop right here in Indy. They serve the small-pot French style frozen custard, which means it is dense and hard to scoop thanks to all those glorious egg yolks. I would highly encourage the newbie who loves chocolate to get something with “chip” in the name, as the “chips” in this business are actually huge, thick ribbons of chocolate. They also serve a few low-glycemic flavors and some dairy-free options. Be forewarned though: the line is often out the door on most warm nights, so go early. 5560 N. Illinois St., 317-253-1405, graeters.com

Nicey Treat You can find these gourmet popsicles, with flavors like pineapple-basil and mango-ginger, at places like Goose the Market and Foundry Provisions, but if you’re in Broad Ripple, hit the Nicey Pop Shop for sugar from the source. Don’t worry if you’re not adventurous in you icy eats, they have classics like strawberry, as well.

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916 E Westfield Blvd, 317-602-6423, niceytreat.com

Lick See Best Bet info box, P.37

The Loft at Traders Point

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The Jazz Kitchen & Bebop Pizza Your life is not complete until you’ve eaten The Jazz Kitchen’s signature, authentically made paella. Filled to the brim with shrimp, fish. scallops, mussels, calamari, andouille sausage, and chicken it is the perfect dish. Go live a complete life. That’s an order. Don’t be in a hurry, this dish takes 45 minutes to an hour to cook, but it’s worth it. And, with live jazz playing for you, why would you be in a hurry? 5377 N. College Ave., 317-253-4900, thejazzkitchen.com

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Grass-fed meat and dairy are two of the best things that can be raised on Indiana soil, and no one does it quite as deliciously as this eco-conscious farm-to-table restaurant. The service is attentive — even when the kitchen’s running at something of a leisurely pace, be forewarned — and the servers’ recommendations are usually spot-on. It ain’t just beef and dairy done well here — a recent New Year’s celebration dinner included the choice of a lobster-stuffed trout that was a) amazing, and b) pretty damned reasonable given the entrée, champagne and attendant courses. An added bonus here is the on site Dairy Bar where you can get ice cream, milkshakes, sundaes, and more made from the milk from the cows literally on site. I mean it really doesn’t get fresher than that. 9101 Moore Road (Zionsville), 317-733-1700, traderspointcreamery.com

FROM THE SEA Seafood pairs perfectly with a warm summers day, and a glass of wine, or beer. The lightness of the dishes is welcome when your appetite

wanes due to the heat, especially when a meatfree salad just won’t do.

B’s Po Boy This Fountain Square shop is doing every Cajun’s favorite sammich up right — they’ve got the seafood proteins covered, too: catfish, shrimp and oyster. Red beans and rice, beignets, gumbo and fries — including the sweet potato variety — round out one of the most consistently good lunches in town. 1261 Shelby St., 317-916-5555, bpoboy.com

Caplinger’s Fresh Catch The name says it all: for fresh and delicious seafood Caplinger’s is the place to go. Whether you want the best fish sandwich in the city, or the New England staple “Lobsta” Roll they have you covered. You can also get adventurous with a meal of alligator tail (tastes like chicken mixed with fish) or frog legs (tastes like mild alligator). Whatever you choose to eat here, you’ll be eating some of the freshest seafood in the state. 7460 Shadeland Ave., 317-288-7263, caplingersfreshcatch.com

The Jazz Kitchen & Bebop Pizza See Best Bet info box, P.38

Oceanaire This “high-end seafood room” has 13 franchises

30 S. Meridian St., 317-955-2277, oceanaire.com

Ocean Prime We could give the same description of this place as we do of the Oceanaire. It’s pricey, but the seafood is incredible and the service is impeccable. This is the perfect place for a nice date night of eating classic, perfectly prepared seafood dishes. 8555 River Road #100, 317-569-0975, ocean-prime.com

Plow & Anchor With a fabulous wine program, Plow & Anchor is going the way of the high-end seafood house, and downtown residents couldn’t be more pleased. They also host a variety of tasting dinners with winemakers and other partners. Check them out on social media to stay on top of the event schedule. Their menu is always changing and offering new and inspired takes on seafood dished, as well as interesting uses of local meats and produce. This is the place to get seafood mixed with locally-sourced in-season

vegetables and paired with a glass of wine.

Sushi Bar

DUOS Kitchen

43 W. 9th St., 317-964-0538, plowandanchor.com

If you’re a traditionalist in the ways of sushi, look no further. While Indiana isn’t necessarily the best place in the world to get sushi, this place does it right. Their rolls are on point, especially the Tiger Roll. They also have a decent list of nigiri options including generous slices of tuna and their spicy scallop, which is incredible, now if only the would get my favorite (Tako) it would be the only sushi place I eat.

The delicious vegetarian creations that come out of this kitchen (which began as a food truck that is still buzzing around town) are nothing short of culinary genius. The NUVO crew finds themselves here a lot, with their freestanding kitchen only a couple of blocks down the street from our own HQ, and former editor Jim Poyser can often be found holding a sort of court on the outdoor patio. The “slow food fast” motto means all their dishes, meatless and meaty alike, are jam-packed with lots of flavor and freshness, plus they have the best damn salad bar in the city.

Rick’s Cafe Boatyard This place is all about the location, it doesn’t get much better than watching the sun sink down over Eagle Creek reservoir, sailboats making their way across the smooth lake, while you’re eating some oyster’s Rockefeller, followed by a generous filet of blackened Mahi-Mahi and an ice-cold beer. Life is good. 4050 Dandy Trail, 317-290-9300, rickscafeboatyard.com

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Sushi Boss A new spin on the classic style of sushi, Sushi Boss is to sushi what Qdoba is to burritos. Step up to the counter once you know the fish you want, pick out your toppings as you go along and they will roll it up as you watch. If you’re unsure of what to pick, don’t worry they have a board full of rolls to choose from. For sushi lovers that choose to go the sashimi or nigiri routes, this is not the place for you. This is purely a rolls place and that’s okay in my book. One roll should do you, they’re surprisingly large and filling, especially when you pair it with one a bottle from their beer selection. 803 W. 10th St., 317-955-2677, sushibossindy.com

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Warm weather means it’s that time of year when we all want to be a little more sparsely clad. If you’re wanting to look a little more fit for the summer, or if you’re just trying to be a little more mindful of what you eat, here are a few options for veg-friendly fare around Indy.

3 Sisters Café There are any number of reasons to love this Broad Ripple staple. The location is great, the staff is friendly and the food is always good. In particular, vegetarians and vegans will find plenty to eat at this charming and affordable Victorian home converted into a restaurant. The only thing that’s changed in the past few decades? The address. 6223 Guilford Ave., 317-257-5556, 3sisters.in

2960 N. Meridian St., 317-508-8614, duosindy.com

Ezra’s Enlightened Café Smoothies, shots, bowls — a veritable rainbow of health-food goodies designed to spread the veg-only raw-food gospel to cooked-meat-loving Indy. Here’s a place that offers eats that taste good and make you feel good on top of it. The Nacho Mama bowl is the truth. 6516 Ferguson St., 317-255-3972, ezrasenlightenedcafe.com

The Garden Table This juicery and eatery in the heart of Broad Ripple Village features locally-sourced (if slightly pricey) dishes that are, frankly, worth the sticker. We’re talking FRESH, and the

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across the states, but for landlocked Indy, we’re including it in our listings — it’s pretty good, especially on Sunday nights, when the oysters get cleared out for a buck each. Call ahead to ensure they’ve got those bivalves stocked for the evening. It’s fine dining, and the prices reflect that.

caps are warranted. The juices are stellar and the website has some pretty great info on cleanses to boot. 908 E. Westfield Blvd., 317-737-2531, thegardentable.com

Indianapolis City Market The original market and still the place to go for produce downtown. While it has become more of a spot for people to grab a lunch during their breaks, it still has a weekly farmer’s market on Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (May-Oct.) and with more than fifty vendors to choose from you should be able to cover all of your fresh produce needs.

1050 E. 54th St, 317-255-8555, locallygrowngardens.com

Natural Born Juicers Whether you’re fighting cold season or starting a tough morning after a long night out, believe in the power of cold-pressed juice made by hand. Specifically, made by the experienced hands who craft Natural Born Juicer’s elixirs. They honed their craft in New York City, and have brought a bunch of delicious recipes back home to Indiana. It’s definitely worth the trip whether you’re a whole foods aficionado or just want a non-coffee perk up.

222 E. Market St., 317-634-9266, indycm.com

865 Massachusetts Ave, 317-797-4254, naturalbornjuicers.com

Locally Grown Gardens

Patachou

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We could tell you that this place sells more than just pie, and that they’re a one-stop shop for produce, kitchen supplies and linens, but that would be burying the lead. The point is that this place sells a sugar cream pie that will take you to a whole new kind of pie place. Like Heaven, but up a little higher and more beautiful. Bringing one of these home guarantees you to be the favorite cousin. If you’re trying to be healthier, this is the perfect place to grab some fresh, local produce to take home and prepare. If you’re in no mood to cook, but still want fresh produce, their Indiana tomato plates are so fresh and so good.

Good God, the omelettes! The toast with toppings! The endless coffee! You’ve probably got one of these Indy staples for breakfast and lunch close to you, and lucky you for that. Martha Hoover’s empire began at 49th and Penn with a “student union for adults,” and now her holdings include Napolese pizza, Petite Chou and Public Greens. 4901 N. Pennsylvania St., 317-925-2823; 8697 River Crossing Blvd., 317-815-0765; 225 W. Washington St., 317-632-0765; 4733 126th St. (Carmel), 317-569-0965; 14390 Clay Terrace Blvd. (Carmel), 317-566-0765; cafepatachou.com

BEST BET Tinker Street Andrew Luck likes it, and so do we. Not only is the menu creative, but this is where you’ll get some of the very best service in town. From the complimentary prosecco to start your meal, to the offering of shaws when the weather is a little chilly, Tinker Streets owner, an Indy restaurant legend, Peter George makes sure each and every customer feels at home. Make sure you peep the thoughtful wine list and get lots of recs from this highly-trained staff. The menu is packed full of locally-sourced vegan and glutenfree options and the kitchen is happy to accommodate most any food restriction. Even the heaviest meals here will leave you feeling satisfied and not overtly stuffed, and many times that’s all we need. 402 E. 16th St., 317-925-5000, tinkerstreetindy.com

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Right across the street from Love Handle is another one of Indy’s best little sandwich shops. Of course, you can get a lot more than that at this grocery store, but their prepared foods (especially the vegan offerings) are better than some well-subscribed fancy lunch joints in town. This is a great place to stop when you need healthy, flavorful and fast food without the grease. 2828 E. 10th St., 317-426-4963, poguesrungrocer.org

Public Greens As part of the Patachou family of restaurants, Public Greens is turning out the fresh, thoughtful fare that Martha Hoover’s family of restaurants is known for. There’s a twist though: all of the profits from the restaurant will go to fund their charitable Patachou Foundation, which feeds meals to food-insecure kids around the city. The self-service location has a staff farmer and sources from their micro farm just across the Monon from the restaurant. The location also has a knockout patio, which will be used for live music and seating in the warmer months. Monon Trail in Broad Ripple, 317-202-0765, publicgreensurbankitchen.com

Shoefly Shoefly Public House serves as neighborhood

pub to an area that lacks any real dining scene. With a focus on simple yet quality ingredients, including locally sourced meat and flatbreads from Pat’s Philly Pretzel, Shoefly offers a menu full of gussied-up pub food. Unique selections include walleye tacos, yucca fries and the Hoosier burger, a pork patty topped with apple, arugula, smoked gouda and hickory dijon. Unlike perhaps your typical pub, Shoefly boasts an excellent list of made-from-scratch desserts including, of course, their very own shoefly pie. Shoefly is the perfect place for a lunch break but with an extensive craft beer and wine list, it also makes for a satisfying late-night stop. 122 E. 22nd St., 317-283-5007, shoeflypublichouse.com

SoBro Café We at NUVO love this sweet little spot that serves up variety of choices for both meat eaters and vegetarians alike, across a variety of ethnic food backgrounds. We highly recommend it for lunch. 653 E. 52nd St., 317-920-8121, sobrocafe.com

Spice Box Yes, the Indian food truck you love so much is taking over the former Rook space. Spice heads, start your stomachs. Doling out dishes for carnivores, vegetarians, and vegans alike they have something for everyone. If you’re looking

for that fresh veggie option, get the Aloo Spice Wrap with a Mango Lassi.

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719 Virginia Ave., 317-759-5828, spiceboxindy.com

Three Carrots Since opening in City Market — and almost immediately picking up a positive review from Jolene Ketzenberger — this veggie-heavy stand has developed a loyal following (including carnivores.). As Ketzenberger put it, “There’s plenty to try at Three Carrots, more than its small space would indicate.” With dishes like their vegan biscuits and gravy, to their vegan play on a Po’ Boy, aptly named the Rich Girl, there is no lack of flavorful vegan options to choose from. Indianapolis City Market, 222 E. Market St., 317-634-9266, threecarrotsindy.com

Tinker Street

Prime 47

See Best Bet info box, P.40

Lesser-known spot with incredible steak and an even more incredible but lesser-known Sunday brunch. They also are one of the only, if not the only, steakhouse in the city to serve Grade A5 Japanese Wagyu. But, the true testament to their love of steak is the 30-ounce Tomahawk. Make sure and bring a friend along to finish that one.

Tlaolli This unassuming Mexican restaurant is the place to go if you’re looking for a healthier alternative to the majority of Mexican cuisine. Instead of the common use of lard for their tamales, they use olive oil. They also clearly mark their vegan and vegetarian options and if you’re worried about the flavor suffering from the changes, I can assure you they don’t. The freshness of the food is apparent and it makes

47 S. Pennsylvania St., 317-624-0720, prime47.com

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Pogue’s Run Grocer

for an enjoyable Mexican meal that you don’t have to feel so bad about if you’re trying to eat healthier, or just lighter. 2830 E. Washington St., 317-410-9507, tlaolli.com

Wildwood Market The quick and easy way to do this market is to order their daily sandwich and a cold brew coffee out of their fridge. But they also have some of the best local produce available and the incredible amount of options for groceries makes it the perfect place to stop in and shop local and eat local. Finally, the best part is the cheese selection, it’s not huge, but the owner used to work at Trader’s Point Creamery, and he knows his cheese. 1015 Virginia Ave., 317-737-2653, wildwoodmarket.com

NEW SPOTS FOOD

The influx of new restaurants opening in Indianapolis is never ending and the size of the dining scene here seems to be growing at an exponential rate. There’s no way to keep up with and try every new restaurant, but we’ve compiled a few that should definitely be on your radar.

Big Woods Pizza

with their first Nashville pub and restaurant, expanded operations onto Nashville’s main drag with an all-ages pizza shop that’s become the pie of choice once you’re out of smelling distance of Mother Bear’s in B-town. (In fact, some fairly passionate discussions over the supremacy of Big Woods or Bear’s have erupted ‘round these parts.) In addition to the transcendent crust/sauce/toppings combos and award-winning brews, the smoked chicken wings are another reason to make Big Woods a destination. We’re certain that all those quality dishes will be just as spectacularly represented at BWP’s second location on Main in Speedway. The design of the new digs mimics the original brewpub in Nashville. 10th and Main Streets (Speedway), quaffon.com

Diavola When Zest and Twist closed we were wondering what was going to take over the space. Now we have our answer, a new pizza spot from the owners of Ambrosia. The place looks fancy, but the prices are good and the food is fantastic. Using the only Marra Forni oven in Indiana (it can char a pizza crust in 90 seconds) their pizza, especially the crust, is different than any pizza you’ve ever had. 1134 E. 54th St., 317-820-5100, diavola.net

The Big Woods Brewing guys (also the bottlers of QuaffON! Ales), after scoring a huge hit

The Eagle From the people that brought us Bakersfield, comes a new place on Mass Ave. Ever since it opened people have been raving about the fried chicken (served with a signature spicy honey), the spoonbread, the mac and cheese, the whole damn menu. Now that it’s nice outside, expect their awesome outdoor space to be packed every evening with people enjoying a delicious meal, casual conversations and local beer. 310 Massachusetts Ave., 317-929-1799, theeagleotr.com

what they call “global soul food” and that is the perfect description, it’s comfort food from all over the world. Don’t be afraid to branch out here and try something maybe a bit out of your usual comfort zone, all of the dishes are superb. Add to that a phenomenal craft cocktail selection and it’s easy to see Marrow becoming one of the contenders for Indy’s best spots over the next few years. 1106 Prospect St., 317-986-6752, marrowindy.com

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Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya It’s a new trend for Indiana and the movement is coming in quickly, Ramen is a thing and it’s not that brick that saved your life more than once while you were in college. This chain, that started in Japan, just opened in Carmel and it offers something no other ramen joint in the city offers, a taste of the vast array of ramen styles. They have shio, shoyu, tonkotsu and many more options for the ramen aficionado to taste. 2450 E. 146th St. (Carmel), 317-218-3553, kizuki.com

It’s an upscale Mexican-fusion restaurant that knows exactly what it’s doing. From the Mexican poutine, to the crispy pork belly tacos, and sweet chili glazed fries everything on this menu is great. It’s a chain (a very small chain), but I can see this place blowing up to become a nationwide establishment and while some people see that as a bad thing, it really isn’t, it’s just a form of success. 11 W. Maryland St., 317-638-6232, eatdrinknada.com/indianapolis

Open Society Public House (COMING SOON)

Marrow This little place opened rather quietly in Fountain Square, yet since they opened I’ve heard talk of how incredible their food and drinks are from dozens of people. They are serving up

It’s not quite open yet, but Indy native Brian Baker and his team have been working diligently to prepare for the opening of this restaurant and wine bar. They plan to serve South American-inspired dishes paired with a large selection of wines and a coffee bar unlike any

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Rook Technically it’s not new, it just moved a few blocks up Virginia Avenue, but so much has changed from the original Bánh mì shop. The changes include a bigger kitchen, a much more chic spot, and a top notch menu. Everything on this Asian street food menu will blow your tastebuds minds. The crispy pigs ears are a crunchy, delicious treat. If you’ve never had skullhead prawns, they’re a must try and the karaage rice bowl with a 63º egg is superb. Mix that with the endless gin cocktail options and you’ve got maybe the best new restaurant in the city.

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we’ve seen in Indianapolis. Baker studied many culinary courses in New York City, including culinary art and an intensive sommelier program. Expect this to be an exciting meal experience and different than any other place in this city.

to mention a long list of Indiana-sourced meats. This is one we’re excited for.

4850 N. College Ave., 317-999-8706, opensocietyindy.com

One of Indy’s first food trucks now has a home on College Avenue. SOT SOT, the shortened name it goes by, is one of the first restaurants in the area it calls home and they have plenty of spicy, delicious cajun and creole food to share with the people of Indianapolis. Their po’ boys rival any others in the city and the Sotwiches are just as good. Located directly next to the soon-to-open Reclamation, this is looking like it will be one of the next areas for good food and drink in the city.

Ramen Ray Another ramen spot, a big difference being this one isn’t a chain. Since it opened the place has been packed nearly every evening as they push out bowl after bowl of delicious ramen. It took a long time for this joint to open, but now that it’s here it is a hit. Some people will tell you it’s pricey, but I promise you for ramen noodles it really isn’t. For this quality of noodles alone it is a timely process, add to that the fresh broth made everyday and you have a high-cost meal in front of you. Enjoy it, we’re lucky to have it here. 5628 E. 71st St., 317-288-7120, facebook.com/ramenrayindy

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Sea Salt on Massachusetts (COMING SOON) This one is still very much in the preliminary process of opening, but it will bring a much needed addition of a worthwhile seafood restaurant on Mass Ave. The place promises to have pan-roasted seafood, fish tacos, ceviche and plenty of other options from the ocean, not

505 Massachusetts Ave., seasaltonmass.com

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2405 N. College Ave., 317-602-5869, facebook.com/sotsot1catering

Vida Part of the Cunningham Restaurant Group, which includes Bru Burger, Mesh, Union 50 and many other local favorites, Vida is a nice addition to the quaint Lockerbie Square neighborhood. The place creates plenty of innovative dishes using their in-house herb garden. They are dedicated to the use of fresh ingredients in their seasonal and tasting menus and in their cocktails. They also have two in-house sommeliers for the wine lovers out there. 601 E. New York St., 317-420-2323, vida-restaurant.com

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When the 500 wraps, nearly all the spectator sports move outdoors: Victory Field fills up for AAA baseball, the Indy Eleven soccer team rolls on and the Circle City keeps racing, whether with two wheels for the Criteriums or four for NASCAR. The Fever and the NRG play indoors, we know — and since this summer is rumored to be pretty dang hot, Bankers Life and the Fairgrounds pavilions will be just the places to cool off. If doing thrills you more than watching, we’ve split our rec sports listings in two: the first features amazing events like Monumental Yoga and the Tour de Cure, while the second participatory section has some basic info on the amazing variety of sports Indy has to offer and how you can sign up and start learning about everything from cycling to kayaking. Oh, and there’s always more info at NUVO.net. Buy the good sunscreen, pack an energy bar or two and hydrate, people.

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Indianapolis Alley Cats Commonly called “Ultimate Frisbee,” the sport known simply as “Ultimate” has an ever-growing presence here in Indianapolis. Ultimate is a game in which teams progress down the field towards the end zone by passing a Frisbee or disc. A standard Ultimate field is 70 yards long and 40 yards wide with end zones 25 yards deep. Each time a team is able to move all the down the field and complete a pass in their opponent’s end zone, one point earned. There is no running with the disc and physical contact between players is illegal. Defenders can guard the disc thrower who has 10 seconds to pass the disc. Founded in 2012, the Indianapolis AlleyCats are a member of the American Ultimate Disc League. -Jack Carney All home games at Roncalli Stadium, 3300 Prague Road, $10, myalleycats.com June 19, 4:30 p.m. V. Chicago Wildfire July 2, 7:30 p.m. V. Pittsburgh Thunderbirds

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Monday Dollar Menu Hey, cheapskates! Monday home stands mean hot dogs, peanuts, Cape Cod Potato Chips, Cracker Jack and popcorn are available for just $1 each. All games at 7:05 p.m. unless otherwise noted. May 30 V. Rochester Red Wings, 6:05 p.m. June 27 V. Gwinnett Braves July 18 V. Lehigh Valley Ironpigs Aug. 8 V. Toledo Mud Hens Aug. 15 V. Louisville Bats Aug 22 V. Columbus Clippers Aug 29 V. Toledo Mud Hens

Two-for-One Tuesdays The catch here is that you’ve got to go to McAlister’s Deli to get the voucher — but then the promo is pretty straightforward: Buy one ticket, get a second free. All games at 7:05 p.m. unless otherwise noted. May 31 V. Rochester Red Wings June 14 V. Pawtucket Red Sox June 28 V. Gwinnett Braces July 5 V. Louisville Bats July 19 V. Lehigh Valley Ironpigs Aug. 16 V. Louisville Bats Aug. 23 V. Columbus Clippers Aug. 30 V. Toledo Mud Hens

Working Lunch Wednesdays Matinee weekday baseball! Take a client! Or, y’know, just play hooky for the afternoon. First pitch for all of these is 1:35 p.m. June 1 V. Rochester Red Wings

June 15 V. Pawtucket Red Sox June 29 V. Gwinnett Braces July 6 V. Louisville Bats July 20 V. Lehigh Valley Ironpigs Aug. 17 V. Louisville Bats Aug. 24 V. Columbus Clippers Aug. 31 V. Toledo Mud Hens

Craft Beer Thursdays Mmmm, beer— buy a Sun King, a buck goes to charity. SK’s seasonal brews will be featured each night, beers and charities TBA. All games at 7:05 p.m. June 2 V. Rochester Red Wings June 16 V. Pawtucket Red Sox July 7 V. Toledo Mud Hens July 21 V. Charlotte Knights Aug. 25 V. Toledo Mud Hens Sept. 1 V. Louisville Bats

Friday Fireworks (and the Fourth and more, too) Friday home games feature a display after the game, as does Independence Day and a few other games to boot! May 30, 6:05 p.m. V. Rochester Red Wings (Memorial Day) June 10, 7:15 p.m. V. Syracuse Chiefs June 24, 7:15 p.m. V. Buffalo Bisons July 4, 6:05 p.m. V. Louisville Bats July 8, 7:15 p.m. V. Toledo Mud Hens July 22, 7:15 p.m. V. Charlotte Knights July 29, 7:15 p.m. V. Norfolk Tides Aug. 5, 7:15 p.m. V. Toledo Mud Hens Aug. 26, 7:15 p.m. V. Louisville Bats Sept. 2, 7:15 p.m. V. Louisville Bats Sept. 3, 6:05 p.m. V. Louisville Bats (Home finale)

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Signature Saturdays It’s just what it implies. The Indians’ website says: “Autograph sessions include players from the Tribe, former Major League greats and exciting entertainers. Fans will also have the chance to meet some of their favorite characters and catch performances by some of the top sports entertainers & mascots in the country.” All games begin at 7:05 p.m. June 11 V. Syracuse Chiefs, Billy Williams autographs June 25 V. Buffalo Bisons, celeb TBD July 23 V. Charlotte Knights, Star Wars characters appearance July 30 V. Norfolk Tides, David Eckstein autographs Aug. 6 V. Toledo Mud Hens, celeb TBD

Kids Eat Free Sundays OK, it’s not alliterative, but who cares? Kids 14 and under get a red hot, a bag of chips and bottled water. First pitch on Sundays is 1:35 p.m. across the board. June 12 V. Syracuse Chiefs June 26 V. Buffalo Bisons July 24 V. Charlotte Knights July 31 V. Norfolk Tides Aug. 7 V. Toledo Mud Hens

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Through Sept. 3 Prices vary. Indy’s AAA affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates saw a majorleague exhibition matchup sell out quicker than an MLB fastball. After the Bucs played the Reds on April 2, the Indians got down to the business of summer with a promotion for every day of the week — and that’s how we’ve broken down the schedule. The Indians offer tremendous budget seats on the lawn — bring your kids, bring your coolers! Reserved seats are always reasonable, but if you’re really looking to splurge, you can buy a seat near the left-field bar in what’s called The Cove. The ticket includes a voucher for eats and drinks — and wait service. Keep your eyes on the field, though — the left-field line sees its share of fouled drives that can come into the stands at high velocities. Oh, and did we mention that Victory Field is still one of the most stunning ballyards in the States? ALL GAMES at Victory Field, 501 W. Maryland St., 317-269-3545, prices vary, indyindians.com

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WOMENS’ PRO BASKETBALL Indiana Fever See Best Bet info box, P.48 Beyond the Olympics, the WNBA has changed their playoff structure for the 2016 season. Get out your pencils (and your erasers) — here’s the press release from earlier this year:

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NEW YORK, Jan. 28, 2016 – The WNBA Board of Governors approved changes to playoff seeding and qualification procedures as well as the postseason format, effective with the 2016 season, the WNBA announced today. The reconfigured postseason structure, featuring live telecasts by ESPN networks of every playoff and Finals game in 2016, dovetails with a new, more balanced format for the regular-season schedule. Beginning with the WNBA’s historic 20th season, the eight teams with the highest winning percentages regardless of conference will qualify for the playoffs and be seeded based on their record. The number of playoff rounds increases from three to four. The top two seeds receive a bye to the semifinals (third

round), and the third and fourth seeds receive a bye to the second round. Teams will be re-seeded after each postseason round. The first and second rounds are single elimination. In the first round, the No. 5 seed hosts the No. 8 seed and the No. 6 seed hosts the No. 7 seed. In the second round, the No. 3 seed hosts the lowest-seeded firstround winner and the No. 4 seed hosts the other first-round winner. The semifinals feature a best-of-five format, with the No. 1 overall seed playing the lowest remaining seed and the No. 2 overall seed meeting the remaining team. The No. 1 and 2 seeds will host Games 1, 2 and 5, and the lower-seeded teams will host Games 3 and 4 in their respective series. The WNBA Finals remain best-of-five and follow the same 2-2-1 format. Got that? Good. Now to the important part: Fever tickets are generally a bargain, and the crowd has a distinct college-game vibe. Home games are listed below, you’ll note the looooong break for the Olympic games.

July 1, 7 p.m. V. San Antonio Stars July 13, 12 noon V. Connecticut Sun July 15, 7 p.m. V. Atlanta Dream July 19, 8 p.m. V. Los Angeles Sparks Aug. 27, 7 p.m. V. Washington Mystics Aug. 30, 7 p.m V. Phoenix Mercury Sept. 1, 7 p.m. V. New York Liberty Sept. 9, 7 p.m. V. Chicago Sky Sept. 16, 7 p.m. V. Minnesota Lynx Sept. 18, 4 p.m. V. Dallas Wings

PRO SOCCER Indy Eleven Indy’s love affair with soccer continues, and so does NUVO’s — our engagement editor, Brian Weiss, has been penning personality profiles of the players that run both in the pages and online editions of NUVO and in the Eleven’s game-day programs. All games start at 7:30, p.m., Michael A. Carroll Stadium at IUPUI, 1001 W. New York St., prices vary, indyeleven.com

June 11 V. Carolina Railhawks July 9 V. Minnesota United FC July 13 V. Fort Lauderdale Strikers July 23 V. FC Edmonton Aug. 3 V. Jacksonville Armada FC Aug. 6 V. Ottawa Fury FC Aug. 13 V. Rayo OKC Sept. 3 V. Tampa Bay Rowdies Sept. 17 V. Miami FC Sept. 24 V. New York Cosmos Oct. 15 V. Carolina Railhawks Oct. 22 V. Puerto Rico FC

TENNIS Pearson Ford Tennis Open Times vary. From the orgainzers: “Two-time Indianapolis Tennis Championship winner (2005 & 2009) and 2015 Winner of the Pearson Ford Open Singles tournament, Robby Ginepri will be participating in the 2016 Pearson Ford Open at Woodstock Club. Ginepri reached a career high ranking of 15 in 2005 the same year that he reached the semifinals of the US Open where he lost to Andre Agassi in five sets. Ginepri is also a title holder at the ATP event in Newport, Rhode Island and has been a member of the US Davis

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Cup Team. Robby played in a Grand Slam tournament in 2014 when he received a wild card entry for the French Open. The Grand Slam tournaments are the Australian Open, the French Open, Wimbledon and the US Open.” Woodstock Club, 1301 W. 38th St., prices vary

WOMENS’ FLAT TRACK ROLLER DERBY Naptown Roller Girls The NRG’s roster is split into three teams divided along skill levels: the Tornado Sirens, the Warning Belles and the Third Alarm. With nicknames like Dora the Destroyer, Maiden America, Deadie Page, Eve Anne Hellical, Peyton Slamming and — our favorite moniker — Trudy Bauchery, one might think this is just some kind of novelty act decked out in helmets, skates and ripped fishnets. Think again. This is a legit athletic contest, combining flat out skating speed with strategy and the kind of body-checking you might find in hockey It’s tough, it’s physical and it’s very, very exciting. Another thing to remember: this is an amateur sport, played for the love of the game. The team’s a member of the Women’s Flat Rack Derby Association (yep, there’s a sanctioning body) and the events are family friendly, but loud — caution to those with kids who are scared of big rackets. Oh, and the next bout is STAR WARS NIGHT. Cosplay, anyway?

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June 25 V. TBD Elements Financial Blue Ribbon Pavilion, Indiana State Fairgrounds, 1202 E. 38th St., $10-15, military members $8, kids six and under FREE, naptownrollergirls.com

NASCAR The Crown Royal 400 July 22-24, times vary. Despite diminishing attendance, despite the fact that a stock car race on IndyCar’s most famous oval can make for a long parade and despite the Nationwide series race was moved out of Lucas Oil Raceway Park a few years back (grrr), there are always enough storylines here to make the thing interesting. Local Tony Stewart’s won twice — how ‘bout the trifecta? Or how ‘bout Junior winning one where Daddy Dale won? Or number five for Jimmie Johnson? Boogity, boogity, boogity!

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NASCAR practice July 22 Gates open from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Indianapolis Motor Speedway, prices vary

Lilly Diabetes 250 and Brickyard qualifying July 23 Gates open 7 a.m. Quals will begin at 1:10 p.m. and the Nationwide Series race has a green flag scheduled for 3:50 p.m. Gates close at 6. Indianapolis Motor Speedway, prices vary

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June 1, 7 p.m. V. Seattle Storm June 10, 7 p.m. V. Chicago Sky June 12, 6 p.m. V. Seattle Storm June 19, 2 p.m. V. New York Liberty

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Brickyard 400 July 24 Gates open at 10 a.m. — and the track will get niiiice and toasty before the green waves at 3:30, as will the sun-drenched metal bleachers. Hydrate, people. Gates close at 7:30. Indianapolis Motor Speedway, prices vary

although the Colts don’t have the dreaded Pats on the docket this year, they still have to face Denver’s D and the Steelers on Thanksgiving night (plus a trip to Oakland on Christmas Eve, a Saturday game that shortens yet another week). There’s also a London game on the schedule (love me some 9:30 a.m. kickoffs, as does my liver) and — luckily — a bye week that nearly cuts the schedule right in half. The NFC teams in the rotation this year are the old-school Northern “Black-and-Blue” Division clubs.

CRITERIUM BIKE RACING Since NUVO started its “MAC” — the Mass Ave Criterium — a second summertime “crit” race, the Indy Crit, is now on the docket, too.

All home games at Lucas Oil Stadium, prices vary, colts.com

A “crit” is a (usually) urban bike race on closed city streets that covers a short looped course (often under a mile). The course usually includes three or four (or more) corners to make it more “technical.”

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So why not just call it a “bike race?” To distinguish this kind of racing from other types — there’s a big difference between races like the MAC and “Grand Tour” events like the Tour de France which can stretch over weeks. Crits are speedy and very intense; there are attacking moves and breakaways and you’ll see lots of strategies as they develop, including team tactics. There’s quite a bit of physical attrition, too — the course is taxing. The word itself comes from the French for “competition.”

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There are many races throughout the day. You’ll see kids on bikes, people on fixies — not to mention some of the best riders anywhere competing in the final race, even professionals. In the MAC especially, you’ll even see the top riders running under the lights after sunset. You’ll see some of the most elite talent in the Midwest. A crit is fundamentally a timed race, but with this wrinkle: the average lap time is measured during early laps, then the number of laps is calculated to roughly fit the remaining time. At some point in every race, the remainder of the race will go from (for example) “40 minutes left” to “20 laps remaining.” Races run from 15 minutes for the little kids to 90 minutes for the best of the best.

Indy Crit Various start times. The start/finish line for this course is just north of Monument Circle on Meridian St., and the course runs through the northwest corner of the Circle before winding its way around University Park. Registration opens at 8 a.m., there’s a “family fun ride” at 9:30 a.m. and the first race starts at 10 a.m., with the big guns in the Women’s field pedaling at 4:35 and the Men at 5:30 p.m. Both the Indy Crit and the MAC will have a heavy vendor presence and side entertainment to round out race day.

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Monument Circle and beyond, FREE for spectators, indycrit.org

Indiana Fever Tamika Catchings has said she’ll retire in 2016 — but hopefully not until she helps bring some Olympic gold to Indiana. As we went to press, Catchings and teammate Briann January were both finalists for the Brazil summer games. Bankers Life Fieldhouse, One Bankers Life Ct., 125 S. Pennsylvania St., 317-917-2500, prices vary, fever.wnba.com

Mass Ave Crit Various start times. The triangular course is exciting and challenging, and the tradition of American criterium racing — which saw the height of its popularity in the 1920s — highlights beautiful urban settings as a backdrop for the course. Still not convinced? Imagine some of the nation’s best cyclists hurtling past you through some of the tightest corners imaginable — you’re right next to the action. Seriously, you’ll be close enough to smell ‘em as they make TWO 120-degree turns around the Mass Ave “Dancing Lady” — it’s what’s made MAC globally famous. These turns force the riders to drop to 15 mph and then power back up to top speed hundreds of times. Oh, and there’s beer.

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PRO FOOTBALL Indianapolis Colts After being picked by Every Talking Head in sports-broadcasting-land to be a Super Bowl 50 contender, the ‘Shoe went 8-8, the coach was nearly canned and the description of Andrew Luck’s internal organs read like the list of secret basket ingredients on the cooking show Chopped. (“Your entrée must include Lacerated Kidneys …”) So what have we learned? PREDICTIONS ARE GARBAGE IN THE NFL, THAT’S WHAT. Still, the YV Gods believe that the Colts will be competitive — check the late and prime-time matchups, eh? The 2016 schedule includes an extra pre-season game — the Hall of Fame matchup in Canton will see the Colts take on the Packers as Tony Dungy, Marvin Harrison and Brett Favre are inducted into Canton, among others. The regular season is reportedly the fairly easy according to the stat geeks, and

Sept. 11, 4:25 p.m. V. Detroit Lions Sept. 18, 4:25 p.m. At Denver Broncos Sept. 25, 4:25 p.m. V. San Diego Chargers Oct. 2, 9:30 a.m. At Jacksonville Jaguars (in London, England), Oct. 9, 1 p.m. V. Chicago Bears Oct. 16, 8:30 p.m. At Houston Texans Oct 23, 1 p.m. At Tennessee Titans Oct. 30, 1 p.m. V. Kansas City Chiefs Nov. 6, 4:25 p.m. At Green Bay Packers Nov. 20, 1 p.m. V. Tennessee Titans Nov. 24 (Thanksgiving), 8:30 p.m. V. Pittsburgh Steelers Dec. 5, 8:30 p.m. At New York Jets Dec. 11, 1 p.m. V. Houston Texans Dec. 18, 1 p.m. At Minnesota Vikings Dec. 24, 4:05 p.m. At Oakland Raiders Jan. 1, 1 p.m. V. Jacksonville Jaguars

RUNNING Noblesville Mini Marathon 7:30 a.m. Miss the big Mini? (Big Mini? Kinda like “jumbo shrimp,” isn’t it?) Here’s a 13.1 plus a 10K, 5K and kiddie run.

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Hare Chevrolet Field, 1814 N. 19th St. (Noblesville), $11-64, noblesvilleminimarathon.com

Monumental Mile 6:30 p.m. (first start time) Wanna run fast? Here’s a flat mile. Wanna get started with your training for the Monumental Marathon? Here’s a flat mile. Wanna just run around downtown? Here’s a flat mile.

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One Monument Circle, $18-20, monumentalmarathon.com/mile

Summer Night Trail Marathon

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9:30 p.m. This is a full, half and quarter marathon.

Eagle Creek Park, $52-95, 131events.com/summer-night-trail-marathon

8:30 a.m. THIS COURSE WELCOMES EVERYONE. What better way to show that both your bod and your sense of decency, acceptance and tolerance are in good shape, eh? The folks organizing this one tell us that “All proceeds from the Rainbow 5K Run/Walk will support the IndyPride Resource Center Fund and HIV education through the Indiana AIDS Fund, a program of The Health Foundation of Greater Indianapolis.”

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Talbott Street Dance Club, 2145 N. Talbott St., prices vary

Run 317 Broad Ripple 7 p.m. This 3.17-mile run/walk (get it?) is part of a series, each benefitting a different non-profit. This one benefits School on Wheels; there’s food and drink and NUVO’s a sponsor.

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Broad Ripple on the Guilford Bridge, 6349 Guilford Ave., prices vary

Indianapolis Sprint Triathlon Series 8 a.m. The June event’s the first of three this summer at Eagle Creek Park. There are duathlon as well as triathlon courses each day. Here’s how it all shakes out: Sprint Distance - 500 meter swim, 10 mile bike, 3 mile run Duathlon - 2 mile run, 10 mile bike, 3 mile run Triathlon/Duathlon Relay - 2 to 3 person team (one person swim/runs, one person bikes, one person runs)

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Eagle Creek Park, prices vary

Firecracker 6 8 a.m. A 6 mile run or 6K run/walk. Then go eat a hot dog and light some fireworks. ‘Murica!

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City Market, $24-40, firecracker6.com

Indiana Women’s Trail Run 8 a.m. These loops through Eagle Creek are set up to give runners quarter and half-marathon options.

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Eagle Creek Park, $55-90, indianawomenstrailrun.com

The Eight-Hour Dream Endurance Race

Eagle Creek Park, prices vary, 131events.com/eagle-creek-trail-marathon

Beaver Chase, the Urban Trail Race 7:30 a.m. It’s a full, half and quarter marathon — but it’s a trail run through Indy. Urban wilderness, anyone?

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Stacked Pickle, 910 W. 10th St., prices vary

Go Girl Triathlon 8 a.m. This one’s set up just like the Indy Sprint Triathlon, with duathlon and relay options — and it benefits the Julian Center.

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Eagle Creek Park, $70-150

CYCLING Tour de Cure Time TBD. The Tour de Cure, sponsored by the American Diabetes Association, is one of those great rides that include trips around the track — the century ride here is nothing but circuits around the world’s most famous racetrack. Crossing the yard of bricks, whether it’s at 200 mph, 20 or 12, is always exciting.

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Rides include a Family Fun course, 50K, 75K and 100-miler. Indianapolis Motor Speedway, $15 registration fee, $200 fundraising minimum, tour.diabetes.org

24 Hours of Booty 7 p.m.-7 p. m. This one’s a closed-to-traffic loop (a 3.5-mile “Booty Loop”) around Butler that’s, yup, open for 24 hours for your riding … pleasure? This one’s a benefit to fight cancer, and it’s incredibly well organized.

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Butler University, 24hoursofbooty.org

N.I.T.E. Ride 11 p.m. This year the “Navigate Indy This Evening” ride returns to its original starting locale at “IUPUI’s Carroll Stadium on New York Street, travels along well-lit roads through Downtown Indianapolis, the Indiana Statehouse, Monument Circle, Butler University, Indianapolis Museum of Art, wanders along the White River and through the IUPUI Campus. Total route length is 15 to 19 miles.” There are other affiliated rides and activities all day that Saturday.

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Noon-8 p.m. They’ve moved the start/ finish area to Hinkle Fieldhouse this year. There’s a short course and a long course — how many loops around Butler and along the Canal can you complete in eight hours? Teams and individuals are welcome.

Ride Across Indiana (RAIN)

Hinkle Fieldhouse, Butler University, prices vary, 8hourdream.com

START: St. Mary-of-the Woods, Terre Haute; FINISH: Earlham College, Richmond; $50-60, rainride.org

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Eagle Creek Trail Marathon

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7:30 a.m. Full, half and quarter courses are available.

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Indy Pride Rainbow 5k Run/Walk

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Carroll Stadium, IUPUI, $29-35, niteride.org

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7 a.m. Roughly 160 miles, many on US 40. OUCH OUCH OUCH OUCH OUCH.

Tour de Upland

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Times vary. You bike as much or as little as you like. You drink beer.

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You camp. You repeat. IS THIS AWESOME OR WHAT? CYO Camp Rancho Framasa, 2230 Clay Lick Rd. (Nashville), prices vary, uplandbeer.com

YOGA Monumental Yoga 4:30-8:30 p.m. It’s back, this time for the summer solstice. Under the guiding hands of a group of yoga enthusiasts that includes our pal Cassie Stockamp (you can find her at the Athenaeum Foundation), Monument Circle will once again be turned into “one big yoga mat.” It’s quite the event. The “Yoga Village” with vendors and live music opens at 4:30, with meditation at 4:45, a class at 6:30 p.m. and a family yoga side class at 6:45.

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Monument Circle, FREE, monumentalyoga.com

PARTICIPATORY SPORTS: RUNNING

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For beginners trying to get into running or wanting to train for their first half-marathon, figuring out how to get started can be overwhelming. Luckily for Indianapolis residents, there are multiple groups that can help people with this very challenge. Athletic Annex, a retailer that sells running and walking footwear and apparel out of two local locations, currently is conducting a training program called “3 Run 7” targeted at beginners and intermediate runners and walkers who are preparing for half marathons. The group meets at the store’s Broad Ripple location every Saturday morning at 8 a.m. to do walks and runs on the Monon Trail. Some members of the group also meet on Wednesday nights for additional work. The program lasts 16 weeks and started in mid-January. It costs $50 and includes a shirt and seminars with St. Vincent’s professionals in addition to the training from coach Gareth Wilford and his team of staffers and mentors. Although this program is about half over now, Coach Wilford says people can still join. He’ll probably just recommend a modified program aiming at preparing for a shorter race. Coach indicated that the program is welcoming to all and caters to your every day runner and people who are totally new to the sport. More information can be found at athleticannex.com. Indy Runners is another club that puts on a similar spring training program. It may be too late to sign up for that program this year, but the club does offer a Fall Marathon and Half Marathon Training Program. More information can be found at indyrunners.org. This site also includes a helpful calendar listing all the running events in the Indianapolis area throughout the year. Athletic Annex Broad Ripple, 6528 Cornell Ave., 253-1792, athleticannex.com — JACK CARNEY

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PARTICIPATORY SPORTS: CYCLING Whaddya got? A carbon-fiber racer worth three grand or an old third-hand Schwinn with a banana seat? Where do you want to ride — on dirt or pavement? There are so many variables here, so much info and so much gear, we could spend all the pages we’d planned for this article on biking alone. (We’ll go into greater detail on biking the Circle City in an upcoming NUVO — check back this summer.) For now, we’ll refer you to your local bike shop — BGI up north, Gray Goat to the south, Bike Line and Bike Exchange along the Monon, Matthews on the Eastside or our 2015 “Best Of Indy” winner in the bike shop category, Irvington’s Indy Cycle Specialist — all of ‘em can get you on the cycle you need for your level of experience, preferred terrain and budget.

PARTICIPATORY SPORTS: ROAD BIKING The Central Indiana Biking Association (CIBA) provides a wealth of information on regular rides and events on their site. For the freelancers among us, there are tons of great paved routes around Indy — including the gorgeous Cultural Trails — and a bike share program that’s flourishing downtown. The best-known trail in Indy, of course, is the Monon, which won a Best of Indy Award from NUVO in 2014. And if you’re really into Flaming Calves of Doom, stay tuned for the 2016 Hilly Hundred, an autumn ride south of Indy that’s as pretty as it is painful. CIBA’s website is cibaride.org.

PARTICIPATORY SPORTS: MOUNTAIN BIKING The Hoosier Mountain Biking Association’s website offers a great list of all the trails available across the state of Indiana, plus info on conditions. Close to home, a few examples of some nice flow-y stuff include Town Run Trail Park, Southwestway Park and the always lovely Fort Harrison State Park. Brown County offers exceptional rides if you’re willing to make the hour-plus jaunt: Brown County State Park, Nebo Ridge just outside Story and Hickory Ridge (beware the horses), which offers winding routes through the Hoosier National Forest. Check out hmba.org/wp/ for all the deets. — ED WENCK

PARTICIPATORY SPORTS: HIKING AND WALKING We decided to let Rev. Peyton (of Big Damn Band fame) weigh in here. He’s been penning an occasional advice column called “Big Damn Advice,” and we felt this nugget from Dec. of 2015 was apropos: There is so much beauty so close, and even in

If you are reading this and saying to yourself that the outdoors isn’t for you, then maybe you have never actually experienced it. Ask someone to take you fishing, or ask someone to take you camping. The closest I have ever felt to God was staring the Grand Canyon in the face. — THE REV

PARTICIPATORY SPORTS: SWIMMING Kim Newnam, who’s the associate executive Director at the Benjamin Harrison Y, started her career with the organization as an aquatics instructor. She explains why the Y and swim lessons are synonymous: they invented ‘em. A gent named George Corson developed group swimming lessons at the Y in the interest of preventing drowning deaths. Kids can begin taking lessons at the age of three, and then progress through the preschool levels. The levels are named after aquatic critters: pikes, eels, rays and starfish. At age six, kids can begin learning as polliwogs, then advance to guppie, minnow, fish, flying fish and shark. Of course, some folks are simply afraid of the water, no matter their age. It doesn’t matter if a student’s 3 or 83, the strategy is the same, says Kim: “We really try to get them comfortable, holding the wall, getting the faces wet, doing what we call ‘bobs’ — that’s most important, getting their faces wet and blowing bubbles.” Zero-depth entry pools help a great deal and the Y offers private lessons for those embarrassed by their fear — or those who really want to refine their strokes. Kim reminds us that swimming is a great workout that carries zero joint impact: “It’s the best therapeutic thing to do. We have arthritis classes, Silver Sneakers, name it — and you don’t have to be a member to sign up for classes.” YMCA of Greater Indianapolis, multiple locations, indymca.org — ED WENCK

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damned. But the fear that the boat’s going to tip out in the middle of a reservoir isn’t nearly as likely as the novice paddler going ass-over-teakettle while getting into a dugout from shore. Once you’re in, though, a leisurely paddle is one of the most gentle upper-body workouts you’ll encounter. Add some fine scenery to the sound of lapping water and jumping fish, and you can see why recreational kayaking is so popular. A great way to get started — and to find out if this particular form of boating is, in fact, your jam — is to sign up for a sunset or full-moon paddle at Eagle Creek marina. A guide by the name of Jeff Coates takes groups of up to 35 boaters out on the water, and the flora and fauna are stunning: There are actually bald eagles in Eagle Creek park, and Coates knows where they roost. Blue heron and other shore birds are plentiful here, too. If you’re really lucky, though, you’ll have reserved a spot on the paddle after a decent amount of rain, enough to make Fishback Creek passable. When that happens, the trip you’ll experience is about as far removed from urban scenery as one can get in Marion County. In addition to a crash course in paddling basics, Coates and company ensure your safety: boaters count off often, glow sticks mark your stern when darkness falls, and no one goes without a life jacket. Tip for beginners: “two-person kayak” is often another term for “marital argument.”

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vastly populated areas, and it’s mostly unused or underenjoyed by the local people. I bet there is a hiking trail closer than you think. I know there is a state or national park within a oneday driving trip. Getting an outdoor hobby can actually be cheap, too. How much does hiking really cost? A good pair of shoes, and a water bottle can get you started down a simple trail. You don’t need to climb up a mountain or hunt a bear in Alaska to find adventure outside.

Eagle Creek Outfitters also offers hourly rentals starting at $18 on both ocean and dugout kayaks, canoes, paddle boats, rowboats, pontoon boats and SUP (stand-up paddle) boards. If you’re really feeling adventurous, sailing lessons are available, too. Rentals include flotation jackets. They open April 1. Eagle Creek Outfitters, 7602 Walnut Point Road, 317-327-7130, $18-140, eaglecreek-outfitters.com — ED WENCK

PARTICIPATORY SPORTS: GOLF We’d be remiss if we didn’t mention the opportunity for you, O Broke Hacker, to go out and ruin a good walk. Indy’s got 13 public golf courses that range from the li’l ol’ 3-par 9-hole course at Riverside Golf Academy to the Pete Dye courses at Eagle Creek and Sahm Parks. And yes, a great many are open year ‘round for you to get your bogey on. (Are you picking up that we have a pretty fat handicap here at the NUVO sports desk?) Gunga lagunga! Check out indy. gov/eGov/City/DPR/Golf/Pages/home.aspx for more deets. — ED WENCK

Yep, you’re going to get wet, no two ways about it. A two-bladed kayak paddle cutting the water is going to splash into the boat, drip guards be

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PARTICIPATORY SPORTS: DISC GOLF The Godfather of Disc Golf, Hoosier Dennis Byrne, is something of a legend — Byrne ditched a manufacturing career to design courses, including a revolutionary course for the blind developed right here in Indy. The sport is cheap — most courses are free and a starter bag of three discs (a fairway driver, a disc for middledistances and a putter) will only set you back about 25 bucks. As Byrne told me in the Aug. 27, 2015 issue of NUVO: “If you told your wife you were going out for four or five hours with your buddies, leavin’ the kids and the dog at home and droppin’ a hundred bucks or more, she’d belt you before you got out the door. Tell her you’re gone for 90 minutes, you’re taking the kids AND the dog AND the course is free, she’ll start the car for ya.” In that same story, we described the game thusly:

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That “hole” is actually a basket. Above the basket’s landing platform (a circular piece of metal with a rim suspended on a pole a few feet off the ground) is strung a network of chaining. A successful shot sees the disc strike the chains and either drop onto the metal surface below or nest in the links. Discs that hang on the edge or perch atop the basket don’t count, and discs that strike the target and ricochet away aren’t counted, either. The chains, in addition to providing the necessary “give” to keep clean shots from bouncing away, provide a sound that’s critical to any game of this kind — the ringing of the links is just as aurally satisfying as hearing a small white ball find the bottom of a cup. The courses are mostly free and open yearround. Check them out at indydiscgolf.com. — ED WENCK

PARTICIPATORY SPORTS: TENNIS Jason Suscha, a multiple Horizon League Coach-ofthe-Year winner during his 15-year run at Butler is now Director of Racquet Sports at the JCC, explains to us why tennis is his jam even as he ages: I enjoy striking the ball now, and there’s some pretty serious running … basketball’s a little dangerous for me and tennis affords me that athletic workout. You can really push yourself physically. There’s guys out there that can push each other. There were players a couple of years back that represented Team USA from Indianapolis on our national 75-and-over team. The only difference is ten-and-under tennis, they play on a shorter court — or on a longer court with a lower compression ball. In wheelchair tennis, which we do here, the only modified rule is two bounces. If I play a guy in wheelchair, I’m allowed one bounce, he’s al-

lowed two — other than that, the rules are the same. It’s very integrative. If you’re playing singles, you’ve gotta cover some court. If you’re playing doubles — we’ve got an 80-and-older group that plays every Tuesday and Friday and there’s not a lot of movement going on. As far as gear goes, the average player can get a fine racquet for around $60, with high-end models coming in at about $180. Indoor courts for JCC members are $16 per hour, and there are free outdoor courts all over the city.

PARTICIPATORY SPORTS: 0THER RACQUET SPORTS The JCC has three racquetball courts that are free to members — this model’s duplicated at a lot of Indy’s YMCA facilities, too. Squash is a sport that’s vastly different than racquetball: the boundaries are much more restrictive, the racquets are longer and the ball smaller. For the right info on squash, start at the Indianapolis Racquet Club, indyracquet.com. Badminton can be found at the Fishers Y, and if you’re interested in “pickleball,” a wild tennis/ badminton hybrid that see players working VERY close the net with paddles and plastic balls that travel at one-third the speed of a tennis ball, there’s a lot of info at usapa.org and lesson available at the Indianapolis Racquet Club. JCC Indy, 6701 Hoover Road, 317-251-9467, ccindy.org. Indianapolis Racquet Club, 8249 Dean Road, 317-849-2531; 4901 N. Shadeland Ave., 317-545-2228; indyracquet.com — ED WENCK

PARTICIPATORY SPORTS: KICKBALL Many kids rank recess and gym as their two favorite classes in grade school. With the exception of physical education teachers, most people don’t get to enjoy these subjects as adults. CCA offers adults the chance to play the classic grade school game kickball in a league format. The group operates coed kickball recreational leagues that play on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursday at various locations throughout Indianapolis. All of these spring leagues begin the week of March 28. The CCA’s rules are likely the same as you remember them from your youth. The game is played with 11 players from each team on a standard baseball diamond. Games are seven innings long. All balls are live — meaning a base runner, unless stationed on a base, is ruled out after any contact with the ball. Teams must field a minimum of four female players and a maximum of seven males. Also, every third kicker in the order must be female. The CCA requires a minimum of 12 players to set up a team but suggests teams have 16 to 18 play-

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ers. League manager Ben Allen described CCA kickball as a fun sport everyone and anyone can play, regardless of skill level. More information regarding signups, schedules and rules can be found at ccasports.com. Fees run from $60-65 and include a six game regular season followed by a two-week playoff and a CCA shirt. CCA Sports, multiple locations, 317-253- 4346, ccasports.com — JACK CARNEY

PARTICIPATORY SPORTS: BIKE POLO Possibly the youngest and most unique sport on our list, bike polo offers a new twist on a historic game. Although original cycle polo is actually over 100 years old, modern bike polo — played on hardcourts instead of grass — began only about 15 years ago in Seattle. The sport found a home in central Indiana seven years ago with the formation of the Indianapolis Bike Polo club. The game takes the traditional highbrow horseback game of polo and moves players onto bicycles. The size of the court is approximately two tennis courts. In fact, the Indy Bike Polo club renovated the old rundown tennis courts at Arsenal Park into an official bike polo court four years ago. The game consists of two teams of three players attempting to score goals by striking a roller hockey ball into the opposing team’s net using a croquet-like mallet. Goals can only be scored with a strike off one of the flat ends of the mallet. No player is allowed to put his or her feet on the ground during the game. Defensively, body to body contact is legal if it’s shoulder to shoulder. Defenders can also use their mallets to hook offensive players’ mallets when they’re in possession of the ball. Games are typically won by the first team to score five or with a 10 to 15 minute time limit. There are no fees to play. New players simply need to bring a helmet and a good attitude. Per long time club member Nick Nacrelli, the club is an inclusive and loving community open to any and every one. He also noted the game is very addicting. Tues. and Thurs., 6 p.m.; Sun. 12 noon (beginning in April). Arsenal Park, 46th St. and Haverford Road, indybikepolo.org — JACK CARNEY

PARTICIPATORY SPORTS: ULTIMATE DISC The Indiana Ultimate Association has a website (indyultimate.org) that houses a lot of helpful information regarding Ultimate pickup games taking place throughout the city, various leagues and clubs. For those looking to try

the sport out, the site lists all the different locations where and when games take place. The site also lists contact information of the organizers for these recurring games. In addition to the many opportunities to play, Indianapolis is also the home to a professional Ultimate team — see the previous pages for info on Indy’s AlleyCats. — JACK CARNEY

PARTICIPATORY SPORTS: HURLING AND CAMOGIE For Hoosiers who had always dreamed of playing or watching traditional Irish field games, there’s no need to buy that 3,700 mile flight to Dublin. The Indianapolis Gaelic Athletic Association (Indy GAA) has you covered. The Indy GAA has been playing hurling since 2005 and has more recently added camogie (women’s hurling) and Gaelic football teams as well. Hurling is an extremely old sport. It’s thought to have been played in Ireland for at least 3,000 years. The game known as the “world’s fastest field sport” consists of players carrying ax shaped sticks called hurleys attempting to hit a baseball sized ball called the sliotar into the opposing team’s goal. The goals used are identical to standard soccer goals but with H-shaped field goal posts extending above the goal frame. Hitting the sliotar into the goal itself will earn a team three points while hitting the ball above the goal but through the uprights earns one point. Games consist of two 25 or 30 minute halves. Traditional Irish teams consist of 15 players including one goalkeeper playing on a field that’s 150 yards long by 100 yards wide. The Indy GAA typically plays on a pitch the size of a football field. Due to the smaller field, they’ll usually play with 11 to 13 players per side. According to longtime club member Rudy Nehrling, the game is a combination of many sports American kids play growing up including: baseball, tennis, hockey, golf and lacrosse. Every year the club’s hurling season begins with members marching in the downtown Indianapolis St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The club begins having open weekly practices shortly after the parade in late March. For this coming league season, the Indy GAA will field 10 teams each sponsored by a local business. Beyond this top league, the club offers playing opportunities for newcomers regardless of gender, age and experience level. To get involved, one simply needs to show up to one of the clubs open weekly practices at Broad Ripple Park with a pair of cleats. (Note: practices will be transitioned to Arsenal Park later in the spring.) The club has extra helmets and hurleys to loan out to newcomers. If new players decide they want to invest in their own equipment, hurleys can be purchased for $30 to $50 at Good Earth Natural Food Co. in Broad Ripple. Hurling helmets cost around $110. More information about the Indy GAA including

Broad Ripple Park, 1500 Broad Ripple Ave. Indy GAA, indygaa.com Good Earth Natural Food Co., 6350 Guilford Ave., 317-253-3709, good-earth.com — JACK CARNEY

PARTICIPATORY SPORTS: GAELIC FOOTBALL In addition to hurling and camogie, the Indianapolis Gaelic Athletic Association (Indy GAA) also offers opportunities to play Gaelic football, another traditional Irish sport. Although the Indy GAA has been in existence since 2005, 2015 marked the first year the club fielded official Gaelic football teams. Gaelic football is identical to hurling in many ways. The game is played on the exact same pitch or field with the same goal structures. Each team fields 15 players including one goalkeeper. Scoring a goal is worth three points while a ball put through the uprights is good for one point. The key difference between the two sports is the ball that’s used. Unlike in hurling, in Gaelic football there are no sticks used to whack a small ball around; rather, a basketball-sized leather ball is used and goals are scored via kicks. The ball resembles an oversized volleyball. Players advance the ball up the field using a variety of techniques including: carrying, bouncing in a similar manner to basketball-dribbling, kicking, hand-passing and soloing. In order to solo down the field, while running a player will repeatedly drop the ball to his feet and then kick it back up into his hands. It’s a more difficult technique to master, but it’s advantageous in that a player can solo continuously. Otherwise, there are limits to the number of consecutive steps and dribbles a player can take with the ball.

Defensively, players can make contact with the ball carrier shoulder to shoulder, and they can slap the ball out the offensive player’s hands. Similar to the club’s hurling and camogie schedule, open practices begin in late March after St. Patrick’s Day at Broad Ripple Park. The club welcomes anyone regardless of age to come out and try the sport. If, after a few practices, a newcomer decides to join the club, there is an annual fee. High school and college students pay $25 per year while all others pay $125. The fee covers all practices, games, a jersey and access to free pizza and discounted drinks at Connor’s Pub in Broad Ripple after practices. More information about the Indy GAA including the open practice schedule can be found at indygaa.com. Broad Ripple Park, 1500 Broad Ripple Ave. Indy GAA, indygaa.com — JACK CARNEY

PARTICIPATORY SPORTS: VOLLEYBALL (INDOOR/SAND) CCA has coed volleyball offered at all levels of play, and these guys host more than 180 teams per season. According to John Pantzer, both versions run the “same rules, rally scoring. Recreational leagues are more relaxed against carries, and some of the more fundamental aspects of volleyball; however, teams are good about calling blatant penalties. No net contact permitted. Sand volleyball ‘Sixes’ (as in, six players per side) follows indoor rules. Quads follows beach doubles rules and is played on a short court.” Fees start at $60, all gear’s provided.

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the open practice schedule can be found at indygaa.com.

CCA Sports, multiple locations, 317-253- 4346, ccasports.com — ED WENCK

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Now-May 31..........Chris Newlund, Robert Hoffman............ 20 Now-June 3............Long-Sharp Gallery at the JCC................... 20 Now-June 19.........Amy Pleasant: Parts and Pieces............... 20 Now-July 16...........The Nature of Art: Painted Parks............. 20 Now-Aug. 14..........Hot Wheels Race to Win.............................. 20 Now-Sept. 3...........Indianapolis Indians............................... 45, 46 Now-Oct. 30...........IMA Artist Designed Mini-Golf.................. 20 Now-Jan 8, 2017...19 Stars of Indiana Art................................... 20

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25..........Lew Freedman: The History of the ...............Indianapolis 500...................................................................... 21 27..........Crescendo................................................................................... 21 27-28....Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade...............................9 27-29....Goodbye Cruel World........................................................... 21 28..........500 Festival Parade ..................................................................7 28..........Firestone Legends Day Concert..................................... 12 28..........Noblesville Mini Marathon.............................................. 48 28..........Phil Pierle, Gene Deer Band, ...............Woomblies Rock Orchestra.............................................. 12 28..........Race Weekend Speed Show............................................. 12 28..........Yoni and Geti............................................................................. 12 29..........Snake Pit.........................................................................................7

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1.............Hauntings of Indiana Talk................................................. 22 1.............The Tallest Man on Earth................................................... 12 1-Sep. 18...Indiana Fever............................................................................ 46 2.............Leon Bridges...................................................................... 12, 13 2.............Monumental Mile.................................................................. 48 2-4.........Limestone Comedy Festival................................................7 2-5.........Garrick Ohlsson & Tchaikovsky’s Fourth................... 22 3.............Bad Boys...................................................................................... 28 3.............discoheathen........................................................................... 22 3.............First Friday Food Truck Fest............................................. 32 3.............Merle Haggard Memorial Concert … 12 3............. Polka Boy................................................................................... 12 3-Aug 26...IMA Summer Nights.............................................................. 28 4.............Diane Coffeee........................................................................... 12 4.............Bill Lancton’s Santana Tribute ....................................... 12 4.............Midwest Sour + Wild + Funk Fest.................................. 32 4.............Motion City Soundtrack..................................................... 12 4.............Pet Pride.........................................................................................7 4.............Rainbow 5K Run/Walk....................................................7, 48 4.............Summer Night Trail Marathon........................................ 48 4.............Thunderstruck......................................................................... 12 4.............Tour de Cure.............................................................................. 49 4.............Vintage Indiana — Wine Festival.................................. 32 4-11.......Indy Pride.................................................................................. 7, 9 5.............Dashboard Confessional, Taking Back Sunday, ...............The Early November............................................................. 12

5.............Community Picnic & Bat ‘n’ Rouge..................................7 5.............Pride Skate....................................................................................7 5.............RuPaul’s Drag Race................................................................ 22 8.............Whitesnake............................................................................... 13 8-11.......2016 ComedySportz World Championship............. 22 8-11.......Andy Woodull........................................................................... 22 9.............Trampled by Turtles.............................................................. 13 9-11.......Ben Morrison............................................................................ 23 10..........Eighties Adventure Double Feature............................ 28 10..........Houndmouth............................................................................ 13 10-11....Italian Fest..............................................................................8, 32 10-12....Carmen......................................................................................... 23 11..........Circle City Indy Pride Festival/ ...............Cadillac Barbie Pride Parade...............................................8 11..........Will Hoge..................................................................................... 13 11..........IMAF/INDIEana Handicraft Exchange...........................8 11..........Indianapolis Sprint Triathlon Series............................ 49 11..........The Lumineers......................................................................... 13 11-12....Talbott St. Art Fair......................................................................8 11-19....GENIUS to the Beat of SOUL............................................. 23 11-Oct. 22.Indy Eleven................................................................................ 47 13..........The Free Zone 25th Anniversary Concert................. 13 15-17....Heartland Summer Rewind............................................. 30 15-18....Sean Donelly............................................................................. 23 16..........Run 317 Broad Ripple........................................................... 49 17..........Bollywood Bhangra.............................................................. 13 17..........Dead and Company.............................................................. 17 17..........Rebel Without a Cause........................................................ 28 17-18....Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue.......................................... 23 17-19....PopCon............................................................................................8 17-26....Marion County Fair..................................................................8 18..........Brew-Ha-Ha................................................................................ 32 18..........Chalk Art Festival.......................................................................8 18..........Community Day: Summery Solstice............................ 23 18..........Crème de les Femmes.......................................................... 23 18..........Florida Georgia Line, Cole Swindell, ...............The Cadillac Three.................................................................. 14 18..........James McCartney................................................................... 14 18..........Summer Solstice........................................................................8 18..........Taste of Bloomington.............................................................8 18..........Women317................................................................................. 23 19-July 2...Indy Alley Cats.......................................................................... 45 20..........The Secret of NIMH................................................................ 29 20-26....Indy Burger Week................................................................... 32 21..........Melissa Etheridge.................................................................. 14 21..........Maceo Parker............................................................................ 14 21..........Monumental Yoga................................................................. 50 23..........Blitzen Trapper........................................................................ 14 23..........Jimmy Buffet and the Coral Reefer Band.................. 23 23..........Paul Wall...................................................................................... 14 23-26....Pearson Ford Tennis Open................................................ 47 24..........Army of Darkness................................................................... 28 24..........Shooter Jennings, Waymore’s Outlaws..................... 14 24-25....24 Hours of Booty................................................................... 49 24-25....Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse ...............of the Black Pearl.................................................................... 29 25..........Justin Bieber.............................................................................. 15 25..........ICON: Michael Jackson and Prince......................... 14, 15 25..........Naptown Roller Girls............................................................ 47 25..........N.I.T.E Ride................................................................................... 49 25..........Sun King’s Seventh Anniversary Celebration......... 15 26..........Phish.............................................................................................. 15

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8.............Happy Birthday Wanda June........................................... 25 10..........Sun King Canvitational....................................................... 33

REPEATING FIRST MONDAY/SATURDAY Birth of the Earth....................... 20 FIRST THURSDAY Launchpad Long Form Improv............... 20

FREE EVENTS NOTE: Some free events may be ticketed! Now- June 3 Long-Sharp Gallery at the JCC............................. 20 Now- June 19 Amy Pleasant: Parts and Pieces....................... 20 Now- July 16 The Nature of Art: Painted Parks...................... 20 MAY 25..........Lew Freedman: The History of the ...............Indianapolis 500...................................................................... 21 27-29....Goodbye Cruel WORLD....................................................... 21 28 500..Festival Parade (charge for bleachers)..........................7 JUNE 1.............Hauntings of Indiana Talk................................................. 22 3.............discoheathen........................................................................... 22 4.............Pet Pride.........................................................................................7 5.............Community Picnic & Bat ‘n’ Rouge..................................7 10-11....Italian Fest..............................................................................8, 32 11..........Circle City IN Pride Festival..................................................8 11..........IMAF/INDIEana Handicraft Exchange...........................8 11-12....Talbott St. Art Fair......................................................................8 18..........Chalk Art Festival.......................................................................8 18..........Community Day: Summery Solstice............................ 23 21..........Monumental Yoga................................................................. 50 JULY 4.............Freedom Blast.............................................................................9 AUGUST 5-Dec. 20...Libreria Donceles: Pablo Helguera....................... 24

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1.............Def Leppard, REO Speedwagon, Tesla........................ 15 1.............Metamorphosis....................................................................... 23 1.............Remember the Titans.......................................................... 28 2.............Bollywood Bhangra.............................................................. 13 2-3.........Indypendence Day Concert for Cancer..................... 15 2-4.........Star Spangled Symphony.................................................. 23 4.............Firecracker 6.............................................................................. 49 4.............Freedom Blast.............................................................................9 4.............Special Independence Day Edition ...............Punk Rock Night..................................................................... 15 5.............The Land Before Time.......................................................... 29 7.............Brian Fallon................................................................................ 15 7.............Weird Al Yankovic................................................................... 15 8.............The Iron Giant........................................................................... 28 8-9.........All Mozart.................................................................................... 23 8-9.........Labyrinth.................................................................................... 29 8-24.......Jekyll & Hyde: Young Adult Productions................... 24 9.............Indiana Women’s Trail Run............................................... 49 9.............Indy Crit....................................................................................... 48 9.............Matisyahu.................................................................................. 16 11..........Crazy for Swayze Double Feature................................ 28 12..........Weezer, Panic! At The Disco.............................................. 16 14-24....Indy Film Fest........................................................................... 28 14-Aug.14...Acid Dolphin Experiment.................................................. 24 15..........Roman Holiday........................................................................ 28 15..........Steely Dan, Steve Winwood............................................. 16 15-16....Black Expo Summer Celebration......................................9 16..........Indianapolis Sprint Triathlon Series............................ 49 16..........Ride Across Indiana (RAIN)................................................ 49 17..........Rock Hall Three for All.......................................................... 16 19..........Vans Warped Tour.................................................................. 16 21..........Jason Aldean, Thomas Rhett, ...............A Thousand Horses................................................................ 16 22-23....Jurassic Park.............................................................................. 29 22-23....Dave Matthews Band.......................................................... 16 22-24....Crown Royal 400..................................................................... 47 23..........The Eight-Hour Dream Endurance Race................... 49 25.......... The Head and The Heart.................................................... 17 25..........Jane’s Addiction, Dinosaur Jr., Living Colour........... 17 26..........Maks & Val Live On Tour: Our Way................................. 24 28..........Dig IN: A Taste of Indiana................................................... 33 29..........Close Encounters of the Third Kind............................. 29 29-31....The Temptations and the Four Tops............................ 17 30..........Eagle Creek Trail Marathon.............................................. 49 31..........Gwen Stefani............................................................................ 17

5-Oct. 15...Scott Hocking........................................................................... 24 5-Dec. 20..Libreria Donceles: Pablo Helguera............................... 24 6.............Mass Ave Crit............................................................................. 48 7.............Ray LaMontagne.................................................................... 17 7-Jan 1, 2017...Indianapolis Colts.................................................................. 48 11..........Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa.................................................... 17 12..........Casablanca................................................................................. 29 12..........Indianapolis Art Center Open House.......................... 25 12-13....Classical Mystery Tour: Music of the Beatles.......... 25 12-14....Tour de Upland........................................................................ 49 13..........Beaver Chase, the Urban Trail Race............................. 49 14-15....Bloomington Blues and Boogie Woogie Festival.....17 15..........Silk Road Ensemble............................................................... 25 16..........Dick Dale..................................................................................... 17 18..........Spirited Away at SGIS........................................................... 30 18-28....Indy Fringe....................................................................................9 19..........Toto................................................................................................ 17 19..........West Side Story....................................................................... 29 19-20....Kammy’s Kause..........................................................................9 20..........Indianapolis Sprint Triathlon Series............................ 49 20..........The Phantom of the Opera................................................ 30 26..........The Princess Bride.................................................................. 29 26-27....Monty Python and the Holy Grail................................. 30 27..........Go Girl Triathlon...................................................................... 49

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