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• “Shorts & Sweets” Indy Shorts Film Festival July 21-26

  16-07-2026 07:11 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Heartland Film has announced the lineup for the 9th Annual Academy Award-Qualifying Indy Shorts Film Festival (Indy Shorts) presented by TQL Wealth Management, running July 21-26. Indy Shorts will showcase 266 short films with screenings at the Indy Art Center, Living Room Theaters and Newfields. Many of the short films will also be available to stream.The festival will feature short films from 46 countries and include 36 World Premieres, 32 U.S. Premieres and 117 Midwest Pr
  
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• Library Branch Hosting Resource and Job Fair

  16-07-2026 07:10 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — The East 38th Street Branch, 5420 E. 38th St, is hosting a Resource and Job Fair on Friday, July 24, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event will take place both inside and outside of the Branch, and will include a live DJ outside of the building.Employers in attendance will include the YMCA, Indiana Department of Public Works, Independent Adult Day Centers, and the United States Marine Corps. Community resources in attendance include IndyGo, Indy Hunger Network, the Center for Le
  
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• DC BLOX Revamps Plans for Data Center, Council Proposes Moratorium

  16-07-2026 07:10 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — DC BLOX, based in Atlanta, recently announced design improvements that will remove one building from the project, and the elimination of 25 backup generators in order to increase green space and shrink their footprint.DC BLOX now proposes a one-story approximately 70,000 square foot data center, and a two-story approximately 250,000 square foot data center. They will also reduce the number of parking spaces.The site is zoned I3, or Medium Industrial. DC BLOX’s data cen
  
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• Taste of the Fair Introduces New Food Choices, Competition

  16-07-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Fair is proud to unveil the 2026 Taste of the Fair presented by Pepsi, featuring almost 50 new and unforgettable food creations from talented concessionaires across the Fairgrounds. Inspired by this year’s baseball theme and fueled by Hoosier creativity, the lineup delivers everything from over-the-top desserts and refreshing beverages to savory comfort foods and bold new flavor combinations. Whether you’re returning for a favorite Fair traditio
  
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• Mental Health of America to Train Librarians to Help Patrons

  16-07-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Hoosiers suffering mental health crises are visiting public libraries for help — transforming the role of librarians who act simultaneously as researchers, archivists and quasi-social workers.Mental Health America of Indiana is stepping in to train librarians in how to respond to these crises and direct patrons to reliable information on suicide prevention, addiction treatment and mental health disorders. The organization will begin training librarians this year follow
  
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• Fringe On Wheels Performs on East Side

  16-07-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Fringe on Wheels has had performances that include hand pan by Eric Zhong, glow poi by INcendiary, stilt walkers and jugglers by Odd-o-tees, folk music by Laughing Jack, and Juan Francisco’s Spanish-language puppet show. Thanks to this wonderful partnership with Parks and Rec, we still have more performances to come! Join us for any of the following:• Audrey Johnson, 1:00 pm July 21, Jake Greene Park, 1700 N. Franklin Rd.• Cirque Indy, 11:00 am July 23, Ellen
  
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• Cyclospora Outbreak Now in 31 States

  16-07-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANA — Cyclospora is a microscopic parasite that can affect the intestinal tract and cause diarrhea in those who get infected. People get infected when they eat or drink food or water contaminated with the parasite. The Marion County Health Department, as of Friday, July 10, Marion County had 17 confirmed cases of the parasite. Michigan has reported over 1,300 cases, and other states are also reporting unusually high numbers of cases this year.Cyclospora infections can occur in people o
  
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• Broad Ripple Sidewalk Sale

  16-07-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — There will be a Sidewalk Sale in Broad Ripple Village on Sunday, July 26 from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Explore the Village and discover special deals, unique finds, and exclusive promotions from 19 locally owned businesses participating throughout the neighborhood.Whether you’re searching for the perfect gift, treating yourself, or simply enjoying a day out, the Sidewalk Sale is the perfect opportunity to shop small, support local, and experience all that Broad Ripple has
  
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• Big Project to Improve Reverend Mozel Sanders Park Announced

  16-07-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Indy Parks and The Parks Alliance of Indianapolis have announced a $10-million grant from the Bezos Earth Fund to transform the 25-acre Reverend Mozel Sanders Park with inspiration from the Haughville Riverfront Vision Plan. Selected as one of eight projects nationally of the Bezos Earth Fund’s Greening America’s Cities initiative, the project will plant more than 400 trees, restore native wetlands, build two miles of new trails, and add a community farm and orch
  
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