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• Central Library Opens Up Kids Central and Teen Central

  11-06-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Central Library unveiled Kid Central and Teen Central on June 6. Across the second and third floors, 46,000 square feet have been transformed to create more accessible and engaging experiences for young readers and learners.Kid Central and Teen Central are enclosed spaces with dedicated entrances. Thoughtful design improvements, including enhanced sightlines throughout the areas, allow staff to better support the needs of children and teens.The entire third floor of Central
  
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• Friends of Irving Circle Host 34th Year of Summer Concerts

  11-06-2026 07:11 via weeklyview.net
  IRVINGTON —  Imagine the family sitting under big shade trees listening to home-grown music, munching on a hot dog while neighbor kids ride their bikes around a park. Sounds like something out of one of those sweet old-timey musicals, but it will be happening on Saturday, June 13 from 7 to 9 p.m. featuring Audio Diner. These monthly summer shows are a chance to catch up with neighbors, The July 25th concert features the fabulous Roundups and the August 29th concert features the amazin
  
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• Mid-North Food Pantry Launches Summer Saturday Pantries

  11-06-2026 07:10 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Mid-North Food Pantry is expanding access to food this summer by offering Saturday pantry hours throughout June and July to help families facing increased food insecurity while children are out of school.For many families, summer creates additional strain on already stretched household budgets. With Indiana opting out of the federal Summer EBT/SUN Bucks program, many parents are left searching for ways to replace meals that children would normally receive during the school y
  
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• Juneteenth Program Features Film, Discussion, Celebration

  11-06-2026 07:10 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — In celebration of Juneteenth, a federally designated holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, on June 19 Indiana Landmarks Black Heritage Preservation Program presents a program exploring the legacy of Marcus Garvey and his impact on Indiana.In the early twentieth century, Jamaican activist Marcus Mosiah Garvey’s started a movement known as Garveyism. Garvey’s efforts resulted in the creation of the Universal Negro Improvement Associa
  
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• Fiscal Package for the City Introduced

  11-06-2026 07:10 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Mayor Joe Hogsett and the City-County Council recently introduced Proposal No. 163, 2026, a fiscal ordinance that directs roughly $19.49 million in supplemental income tax funding toward investments in public safety, infrastructure, homelessness and housing stability, education, and quality of life.This proposal was sponsored by Council President Lewis, Vice President Barth, Majority Leader Evans, Assistant Majority Leader Nielsen, and Majority Whip Jones, and Chairman Boots
  
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• Indiana Improving on Education but Challenges Remain

  11-06-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANA — Indiana has moved up in a national education ranking but the latest Annie E. Casey Foundation Kids Count Data Book showed many students still face challenges in reading and math.The report ranked Indiana 11th nationally in education, up from 17th in 2019. But more than half of Indiana fourth graders struggle with reading, and nearly seven in 10 eighth graders struggle with math.Educators pointed to literacy initiatives and rising graduation rates as signs of progress. Some child
  
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• Indiana Black Expo Announces Honorees for the 2026 Luncheon

  11-06-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Black Expo has named the honorees for the 2026 Pacers Sports & Entertainment Corporate Luncheon.The event will take place during Indiana Black Expo’s Summer Celebration, during the week of July 8-19, with the luncheon being held Friday, July 17. Honorees include:• Award-winning actor and producer Anthony Anderson (Lifetime Achievement)• Indianapolis Pastor Jeffrey Johnson Sr. (Legacy Award)• Award-winning actor Delroy Lindo (Screen Image
  
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• Fathers and Families Center Launch Campaign to Help More Dads

  11-06-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — With a waiting list of as many as 100 Central Indiana men per month, the nonprofit Fathers and Families Center (FFC) is announcing its $5.5 million campaign with the goal of doubling the number of fathers and families it serves with its life-changing programs. Fathers and Families has already raised $3.9 million for its “Vision for the Future” campaign thanks to gifts from Eli Lilly and Company Foundation (Lilly Foundation), United Way of Central Indiana, and oth
  
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• City-County Infrastructure Plan Proposes to Raise Excise Surtax

  11-06-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis City-County Council Infrastructure Plan is a long-term funding proposal that would generate the local matching revenue needed to unlock $50 million annually in state road funding and move Indianapolis from repair and patch local roads, toward planned neighborhood street investment.The proposal sets the county vehicle excise surtax at a flat $100 for passenger vehicles, motorcycles, lighter trailers, and trucks under 11,000 lbs., and sets the annual wheel tax at
  
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• Irvington Farmer’s Market Opens Season June 14

  04-06-2026 07:11 via weeklyview.net
  IRVINGTON — Named one the best farmer’s markets in the city, the Irvington Farmer’s Market will open the 2026 season on Sunday, June 14 from noon-3 p.m. at Ellenberger Park, 5301 East St. Clair Street. The market schedule for the season is July 12, August 9, September 13, and October 11.Almost 100 vendors take over the middle north section of Ellenberger Park. Many have been with the market since it started in 2000, when it was just a few vendors under the trees. It has grown t
  
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• Tomi Adeyemi Keynote Speaker for 9th Annual Book Fest

  04-06-2026 07:10 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Public Library’s Center for Black Literature & Culture (CBLC) will host bestselling author Tomi Adeyemi as keynote speaker for its 9th Annual Book Fest and Juneteenth Celebration, a free community event taking place Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. This year’s theme, “Empowered to Speak: Freedom Dreams,” invites attendees to explore the voices, visions and narratives that shape our past, present and future.Adeyemi is
  
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• Garfield Park Historic Fountains to Re-Open June 6

  04-06-2026 07:10 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — The magnificent Garfield Park Historic Fountains will re-open on Saturday, June 6 at a ceremony and celebration at 4 p.m. There will be live music from the Circle City Sidewalk Stompers, food and fun for the whole family.The Garfield Park Conservatory and Sunken Garden are located in Garfield Park on the city’s near southside. The area was designed by city planner and landscape architect George Kessler and built in 1916. The fountains underwent a $5.5 million restorati
  
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• Common Ground at Faith Serves Far Eastside Community

  04-06-2026 07:10 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Common Ground at Faith, located across from Warren Central High School on East 16th Street, is creating a permanent “one-stop” community resource hub that brings together Old Bethel & Partners Food Pantry, Indy Urban Acres, MSD Warren Township Schools, Jane Pauley Community Health, Gennesaret Free Clinic, Indy Hunger Network, and other partners under one roof. The organization is currently in the middle of a $2.5 million phased renovation campaign to transfor
  
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• RISE UNITED and RISE INDY Award Scholarships

  04-06-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — RISE UNITED and RISE INDY recently awarded $50,000 in scholarships to Indianapolis high school seniors at the RISE Together event.This year, 22 students from Indianapolis’ Class of 2026 were selected to receive scholarships, representing schools across the city included:• Arsenal Technical High School: Terryn Dennie and Mateo Gonzáles Zelaya• BELIEVE Circle City High School: Skylir Cannon and Joel Giles Valle• Herron Classical High School: Samuel
  
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• New Artwork in Emerson Heights

  04-06-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  Back in 2024, neighborhood artists submitted 4 designs and the community voted for their favorite. Heather Keeney won with her art titled Find It – Emerson Heights. Unfortunately, the project got put on hold because of the Michigan Street construction. That took so long that the grant for the project expired. Thanks to Indy Arts Council and the Streetcorner Canvases: Traffic Signal Box Art Partnership Program, the project has finally been installed at the corner of Linwood and Michigan. It
  
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• “Cinderella” Family Show at Beef & Boards

  04-06-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — The timeless enchantment of the magical fairy tale Cinderella is reborn at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre this summer, complete with Rodgers & Hammerstein’s hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Now on stage, Cinderella is the Family Show of Beef & Boards’ 2026 Season.Impossible things happen every day in the wonderfully imaginative world of fairy tales. Pumpkins become carriages, the most beautiful ball gown appears with the wave of a wand, and
  
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• IPS to Give Unused Property to Habitat for Humanity

  04-06-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Public Schools has announced it will give seven unused properties to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Indianapolis to build up to 16 homes as part of a broader push to make affordable homeownership possible for IPS employees.The parcels near existing IPS schools are mostly vacant — although one parcel by William McKinley School 39 has a playground and another has an old athletic field. The locations of the properties range from the west side of the district
  
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• Fun Options for Getting Fit This Summer

  04-06-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  Even if you have given up on all those spring plans to get in shape, it’s not too late. Summer is the perfect time to get outside and put your muscles to work. You have countless options for exercise this June, so get started! This is just a sampling of possibilities:• Joining a bike tour along the Indianapolis Cultural Trail. You can bring your kids along for the Pedal and Play tour or experience local coffee shops while cycling with Roast Rides. These events are free but require reg
  
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• “Every Brilliant Thing” with Ben Asaykwee at District Theatre

  04-06-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Ben Asaykwee gives a one-person show in Every Brilliant Thing from June 4–14 at the Brian Payne Theatre at The District Theatre. There are only 60 seats per performance, and are likely to sell out quickly.Performed in more than 80 countries and currently a Tony-nominated Broadway production, Every Brilliant Thing has become an international phenomenon: funny, surprising, deeply human, and different every night. This is a one-of-a-kind show, as a man looks back to his l
  
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• Saddle Up for Summerfest 2026 at Little Flower Church!

  21-05-2026 07:11 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLISL — Pull on your boots, grab your hat, and mosey on over to “Saddle Up at Summerfest!” at Little Flower Catholic Church, May 29–31. This beloved Eastside tradition promises three days packed with hometown fun, delicious food, lively entertainment, and western-style hospitality for the whole family.Summerfest takes place at Little Flower Catholic Church, located at the corner of North Bosart and Nowland Ave. Festival hours are 5–11 p.m. Friday, 3–11
  
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• IMPO Funding East Side Projects

  21-05-2026 07:10 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Metropolitan Planning Organization (IMPO) recently presented a check for $34,238,882 to the Indianapolis Department of Public Works (Indy DPW). The funds will be used to help build bridges, roundabouts, trails and other infrastructure enhancements in Indianapolis.Nine projects submitted by Indy DPW were selected for funding. IMPO funding will cover 80% of the cost of construction, with the city providing the remaining funds, as well as the cost of design and
  
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• American Legion 500 Festival Memorial Service May 22

  21-05-2026 07:10 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — To commemorate the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, the American Legion 500 Festival Memorial Service will be held on Friday, May 22, at noon at the Indiana War Memorial. The Memorial Service will honor Indiana’s fallen servicemen and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. The event is free and open to the public.  The Indiana War Memorial is located at 55 E Michigan St.Director of the Army National Guard, Lieutenant General Jonathan Stubbs will
  
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• 62nd Annual Woodruff Place Flea Market June 6-7

  21-05-2026 07:10 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — The 62nd Annual Woodruff Place Flea Market will be held Saturday, June 6 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, June 7 at 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Over 200 yards of vintage, antiques, food vendors, and more will be featured. The historic neighborhood is between E. Michigan and 10th St., and East to West Woodruff Place.The treasured tradition of Everybody Dance is set for Sunday, June 7 at 3 p.m. sharp. For just a few minutes, drop what you’re doing and boogie in the streets. Spearheaded
  
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• IndyPL Summer Reading Kickoffs on May 30

  21-05-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Public Library kicks off its annual Summer Reading programming,  “Play Your Way,” May 30-Aug. 11. The program is for youngsters, teens, and adults.Participants track the time spent reading, listening to audiobooks, reading aloud to someone, or having someone read to you. Sign up at any library branch or online at indypl.org/programs-events. Prizes will be awarded by time spent reading.There will be many kickoff events at neighborhood library
  
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• Gold Star Heroes

  21-05-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  While young schoolchildren are awarded a “gold star” for their achievements, a more poignant “gold star” holds a hallowed place on banners marking the loss and sacrifice of soldiers, sailors, marines, and airmen in service to our country. Since America’s entry into World War I, over 1,800 sons and daughters from Marion County/Indianapolis have been memorialized with a Gold Star on their family’s service banner.In the early days following the declaration of war
  
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• Gail Kidwell Featured at Southside Art League

  21-05-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  GREENWOOD:  Southside Art League will be exhibiting a collection of Gail Kidwell’s original Fiber Art. Gail Kidwell was born and raised on the East side of Indianapolis and currently lives with her husband Rich in Trafalgar, Indiana. She enjoys working with the textures, variety of colors of yarn and various fibers to create her art. She creates items such as yarn windows, yarn paintings, yarn dollars, felted nature, and felted seashells.Artwork will be displayed at SALI from June 3-2
  
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• Block Party at the Eiteljorg June 5

  21-05-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Everyone is invited to an all-ages community block party at the Eiteljorg, 500 W. Washington St., from 3 to 7 p.m. Friday June 5, to enjoy live music under The Sails, a DJ spinning between sets and performances by local student groups. Play classic lawn games: Scramble Board, Connect 4, Bucket Ball, cornhole and more. The Museum Café will be open for extended hours with tasty food options, and a cash bar will be outside.Inside the museum, join in guided gallery experi
  
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• City Making Progress on Road Crashes

  14-05-2026 07:11 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Six months into the implementation of the Indianapolis Vision Zero Action Plan, the Vision Zero Taskforce is encouraged by the meaningful progress underway across agencies and community partners. Guided by a shared-responsibility and a commitment to eliminate traffic fatalities and serious injuries, taskforce members have begun advancing key strategies. Early signs are promising, but more work needs to be done.According to Vision Zero Taskforce data, on Indianapolis roadways
  
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• Indy Parks Announces 2026 Free Concert Series

  14-05-2026 07:10 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Indy Parks has announced the start of the department’s 2026 Free Summer Concert Series. Nineteen Indy Parks across the city will host at least one concert, including a new partnership with IF Theatre to bring additional concerts and performances that are kid focused and family friendly.    A full list of announced concerts can be found at parks.indy.gov/free-concert-series. Concerts are also subject to being rescheduled or canceled due to weather. Eastside pa
  
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• Construction Season in Full Swing Throughout the City

  14-05-2026 07:10 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Mayor Joe Hogsett recently joined the Indianapolis Department of Public Works (Indy DPW) and the Indianapolis City-County Council to discuss major right-of-way construction projects for the 2026 season. Indy DPW’s 2026 capital infrastructure budget calls for $279 million in investments to roads, sidewalks, trails, bridges and stormwater infrastructure.This year’s projects build upon Indy DPW’s ongoing work to maintain and improve roadways, bolster connectiv
  
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