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Christmas at the Indianapolis Zoo 2026: Dates, Prices, Best Nights

Christmas at the Indianapolis Zoo 2026: Best Nights to Go and What Families Can Do. Christmas at the Zoo returns to the Indianapolis Zoo on Saturday, Nov. 21, and runs through Jan. 3, 2027. Festivities start at 5 p.m. every night the zoo is open, and the event is included with regular zoo admission, according to the Indianapolis Zoo. The trick is choosing the right night.

Indianapolis, IN · 2d

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Newly discovered Hoosier art now on display

INDIANAPOLIS — Nearly 150 pieces of art that sat boxed up for years are now on display. Some of them are part of Hoosier history. “They had everything wrapped and stored in a secure place, but they’re not set up for the long-term care of artwork,” said Susannah Koerber, chief curator and research officer with […]

Indianapolis, IN · 1d

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Indiana Residents Could Win $2,500 Watching Christmas Movies

Indiana residents can enter a Christmas movie contest offering $2,500 cash and a charity donation.

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Dave Matthews Band Brings Out Emmylou Harris, Stephen Wilson Jr. & More In Nashville

Dave Matthews Band went two shows into its fall tour without repeating a song. Friday’s stop at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena brought four guests into the mix, including Emmylou Harris for the first full-band performance of Bob Dylan’s “Oh, Sister” in more than 11 years. Stephen...

Nashville, IN · 2d

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The Absolute Best Dinner in Bloomington

Bloomington has a dinner problem: too many options, too little time. You could blow a paycheck at The Elm, then follow it with a $9 lamb shank at Layali Feast, where the owner treats strangers like cousins. I checked the bacon at Southern Stone, the anchovies at Max’s Place, and...

Bloomington, IN · 1d

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ICAN service dogs provide support for Indiana veterans

As the nation honors veterans throughout November, the Indiana Canine Assistant Network (ICAN) is highlighting the life-changing impact service dogs can have on people living with disabilities. Pet Pals TV host Patty Spitler spoke with Emily Shryock, training manager at ICAN, to discuss the organization’s work supporting veterans through highly...

Indiana · 1d

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Here’s where to get your grub on during Indianapolis Pizza Week

INDIANAPOLIS — This week is for the foodies in the Indy area: Indianapolis Pizza Week is returning across central Indiana. Organizers say more than 20 restaurants are serving specialty pizzas for just $11 Monday through Nov. 15. Some of those eateries include Goodfellas, Byrne’s Grilled Pizza, Bazbeaux, and more. Pizza lovers can try a variety […]

Indianapolis, IN · 2d

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Art Walk Return to Downtown Bloomington for the 28th Year

The art walk is designed for artists to showcase their work. Brian K. Simpson, artist and owner, describes the event as humble beginnings. He explains that people began collecting studios and there were about four downtown. Everyone thought that it was amazing to have four artist studios together. The art...

Bloomington, IN · 2d

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‘Little Shop of Horrors’ balances comedy, horror at Noblesville High School

During Noblesville High School’s production of “Little Shop of Horrors,” audiences should be prepared to watch a giant talking plant eat characters on stage. They should also be prepared to laugh, director Natali Bacon said. “People are dying, but also it’s kind of funny,” Bacon said....

Noblesville, IN · 2d

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Chef For Hire and Ahlers Meals Unite as Choice Kitchen to Scale Medically Tailored Meals

Medically tailored meals have moved from a niche benefit to a frontline tool in American healthcare — and the operators who deliver them are scaling up fast. The latest proof point comes out of Vandalia, Ohio, where two trusted home-delivered meal providers have joined forces under a single banner.

Vandalia, OH · 1d

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Indianapolis Zoo Wins Two Anthem Awards for Uproar Conservation Challenge

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indianapolis Zoo’s Uproar Conservation Challenge has been named an award winner in two categories in the 6th Annual Anthem Awards for social impact. The Anthem Awards are the Webby Awards’ benchmark for social impact work, recognizing brands, nonprofits, and individuals who are setting the standard for good worldwide. Chosen from among 2,500 entries from 43 countries, the Indianapolis Zoo was honored with the:

Indianapolis, IN · 1d

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Complete Your Holiday Shopping at Gingerbread Christmas in Plainfield Indiana

A few years ago, I was introduced to the Plainfield Tri Kappa Gingerbread Christmas and Fine Arts Show at Plainfield High School, and I was pleasantly surprised by how this annual Hendricks County, Indiana, event can take the pain out of shopping during the holidays. This year, the 56th Annual...

Plainfield, IN · 2d

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This Hidden Indiana Lakeside Town Spot Turns Lunch Into a $12 All-You-Can-Eat Pizza Situation

Unlimited pizza, deluxe breadsticks, and cinnamon bites for about the price of a single takeout pie? That deal shows up at lunch twice a week at a family-run pizza spot in central Indiana. I like how simple the idea is. You grab a plate, pick a slice, and go back...

Cicero, IN · 4d

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Walmart Was the Priciest Store 10 Weeks Running in a Fort Wayne Grocery Test That Hoosiers Should See

If Walmart is your go-to because you figure it’s always the cheapest, a weekly price check in Fort Wayne might change your mind. They put the same groceries through each store’s checkout every week, and the results shifted from one year to the next. Here’s how the Fort...

Fort Wayne, IN · 2d

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Hoosiers Have Been Driving To Bonge’s Tavern In Perkinsville For Perkinsville Pork Since The 1930s

Some dinners start with a menu. This one starts with a long country drive, a gravel parking lot, and a group of strangers setting up folding chairs like it is game day. In the farm country near Perkinsville, Indiana, a modest building has been pulling Hoosiers off the highway since the 1930s. People book tables weeks ahead, show up early on purpose, and still talk about the meal on the ride home.

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The Herald-Times

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Deer hunts to close Griffy Lake for two weekends

The Griffy Lake Nature Preserve will be closed to all public access and recreational use for the next two weekends because of deer hunts . The preserve will close: At 11 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, 2026, and reopen at 5 a.m. Monday, Nov. 16. At 11 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, and reopen at 5 a.m. Monday, Nov. 23. “The closure includes all trails, shoreline areas and the entire lake,” the city of Bloomington’s parks department said in a news release. “Hiking, fishing, boating and all other recreational activities are prohibited during the closures. No watercraft may be launched onto Griffy Lake during either hunting weekend.” The 1,220-acre nature park north of Bloomington offers scenic woodlands and a 109-acre lake that formerly served as Bloomington's primary drinking water source. The parks department has managed the preserve since 1971. The city has conducted hunts in the preserve since 2017 to reduce deer browsing of native vegetation. The city said “excessive” browsing can reduce the number of trees and “reduce the abundance and diversity of native plants. Managing deer populations helps these native plant communities recover and supports the long-term regeneration of the forest.” Julie Ramey, community relations manager for the parks department,

Bloomington, IN · 2d

Animal of Things

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Fireworks Laws and Pet Trauma in Indiana: What Owners Need to Know

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Fireworks laws and pet trauma in Indiana are closely tied, because the state is known for permissive consumer fireworks rules that put a lot of bangs in the air for a lot of days. Your neighbor may be fully within the law while your dog shakes under the bed. That gap between what is legal … This article, Fireworks Laws and Pet Trauma in Indiana: What Owners Need to Know , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Antifreeze Poisoning Liability Laws in Connecticut: Criminal Charges, Civil Claims, and Pet Damages • Pet Trust Laws in Wyoming: How to Protect Your Pet After You’re Gone • Leaving Pets Outside in Winter in Maine: What the Law Requires and What Happens If You Don’t

Indiana · 2d

The Herald-Times

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Bloomington restaurants, bakeries, shops offer Thanksgiving fare

It's not yet mid-November, but Thanksgiving is fast approaching. For restaurants, bakeries, grocers and catering businesses that means it’s time to prepare items and meals for their customers. Here’s a listing of many of the options available in the Bloomington area for people looking for a special addition to their Thanksgiving meal or a whole meal. Brick House Bakery and Piccoli Dolci Brick House Bakery and Piccoli Dolci have a special collaboration for Thanksgiving this year. Combining the Brick House expertise on breads and yeasted doughs with Piccoli Dolci's experience with Italian and European foods has resulted in three dishes available for the holidays. A savory option is the French onion panade, with hand-crafted bread layered with caramelized onions and Gruyere-Emmental cheese melded with veggie stock. Focaccia rustica is a savory pie of focaccia dough filled with ricotta and spinach, Recla Speck and Italian crescenza cheese. A vegetarian option will be available. Stella is a star-shaped vanilla brioche layered with an orange-cardamon filling and finished with pearl sugar. Orders must be received by Nov. 21 at www.piccolidolci.net , info@piccolidolci.net, www.brick-house-bakery.com or brickhouse.1865@gmail.com. Orders can be picked up 2-6 p.m. Nov. 25 at 223 Pete Ellis Drive, Suite 27. Samples will

Bloomington, IN · 2d

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New alcohol permits offer cheaper option in Bloomington

Downtown Bloomington businesses can apply for new three-way alcohol permits that cost $25,000 and allow restaurants to serve beer, wine and liquor. Applications are open through Nov. 30, according to a community announcement. The new permits are intended to give locally owned restaurants a less expensive option than traditional alcohol permits, which have reached $250,000 under Indiana's quota system, according to the announcement. Businesses can apply at bton.in/civic . Ordinance 2026-18, approved by the Bloomington City Council, made additional permits available through two eligible state programs: the Downtown Redevelopment District and Courthouse Square Historic District. Unlike traditional permits, the new district permits cannot be sold or transferred. A permit must be returned to the state when it is no longer being used. The $25,000 fee is set by the state. How Bloomington's alcohol permit process will work The application period runs from Nov. 6 through Nov. 30. City staff will first review applications for eligibility before a committee reviews them. Staff will then make recommendations to the Common Council, which will review applications and recommend permits to the Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission. Applicants who receive a Common Council recommendation must complete a second application process directly with the state

Bloomington, IN · 2d

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Wake Up Early For 8 Indiana Bakeries That Rival Any Parisian Patisserie

Ready to find the best bakeries in Indiana that’ll make your mornings worth getting out of bed?. These 8 bakeries serve fresh-baked treats and cozy flavors that’ll have you setting your alarm with a smile!. 1. Long’s Bakery (Indianapolis) Some places just feel like home the moment...

Indianapolis, IN · 2d