Good Wednesday Morning. April showers bring May flowers, and you can get those at the farmers market on Saturday.

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This Saturday the Fishers Farmers Market is back to kick off the season and it’s Hope For Happiness Day.

Each morning kicks off with yoga or fitness operated by a local studio offered to visitors for free. You can also listen to local tunes from musicians while you shop from more than 80 vendors.

The Fishers Parks tent keeps kids busy with hands-on, interactive activities that change weekly. Throughout the season, the Fishers Farmers Market hosts specialty themed days like the Health & Wellness Expo, Nonprofit Day, Biz Kids Day, and more.

We’re hot, you’re hot, everyone’s hot. Lucky for you Hope Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling wants you to call them if you’re hot! And while Hope is known for cooling things down fast, they don’t stop there!

Got a leak? Hope’s got you. Need to shed some light in a room? Hope’s the place to call.

Basically, if you have any home service issue, Hope’s got you covered.

And right now, you can snag a $49 AC evaluation or take advantage of their $1500 AC buy back when you upgrade your system.

So go ahead…if you’re hot, you know who to call!

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The 152^nd running of the Kentucky Derby is this Saturday and if you want to wear your best hat and sip on a mint julep, there are places locally where you can do just that.

Derby Day at the Boathouse
409 W. Jackson St., Cicero, IN 46034
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Field Brewing
303 E. Main St., Westfield, IN 46074
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Derby Watch Party at Hotel Carmichael
One Carmichael Square, Carmel, IN 46032
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Derby Day on the Rooftop
201 West Main Street, Carmel, IN 46032
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Derby Viewing Party at Tinker House
1101 E 16th St Floor 2, Indianapolis, IN 46202
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Need a horse to cheer for on Saturday? This trainer’s story had me 😭

Mayor Scott Fadness is encouraging junior high and high school students to volunteer and give back to the City of Fishers. He is launching a new program, The Mayor's Youth Service Award Program.

Students will be recognized for dedicating their time to serving others through qualified nonprofits and approved community partners, including local service organizations, schools, and neighborhood programs.

Students can learn more about the program, awards, and sign up here.

Fishers is getting a 7 Brew Coffee at 8764 E 96th Street, which is right across from the Starbucks and Dunkin’. 

7 Brew Coffee is a drive-thru coffee chain that makes customized drinks, offering over 20,000 unique drink combinations, including specialty coffee, energy drinks, teas, and smoothies. You can check out their menu here.

Are you excited for this addition? People on Reddit are pretty split.

Ultimate Frisbee is back in Indy! The Indy AlleyCats kick off their season Saturday, May 9, and one lucky reader is winning a four pack of tickets to opening night. 

Sign up for the AlleyCats newsletter and you are automatically entered.

Enter to win and make a night of it.

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🎲Be Local Family Game Night – Daniel’s Vineyard – 4/29 Wednesday from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. – Fun for the whole family, featuring life-size board games, video games, yard games, cotton candy, balloon twisting, and more. DJ Jason will be bringing the energy with music and karaoke while you enjoy specials from the vineyard, including $5 glasses of vino, kid-friendly slushies, and half-price pizza. Details

🏒Fort Wayne Komets vs. Indy Fuel – Fishers Event Center – 4/29 Wednesday at 7 p.m. – This is Game 4 of the first round of the playoffs and it’s 317 Night. Get a $3 hot dog, $1 popcorn, and $7 domestic beer. Details & Tickets

🎤Third Day 30th Anniversary Tour – Fishers Event Center – 4/30 Thursday at 7 p.m. – Third Day is coming to Fishers with very special guest Zach Williams. Tickets

🌳Delaware Township Park Grand Opening – Fishers – 4/30 Thursday at 4 p.m.  - This event celebrates the opening of a new trailhead along the Nickel Plate Trail, along with recent facility enhancements designed to expand recreation and strengthen community connections. Guests can enjoy spring themed activities, a scavenger hunt with prizes, local resource tables, and food from Chef TLC Food Truck, along with a ceremonial ribbon cutting. Details

🏎Conor Daly Signing – The Shop Carmel – 5/1 Friday at 5 p.m. – To kick off May, The Shop in Carmel is having discounts, hot dogs, giveaways and Conor Daly signing autographs. Details

🏐Columbus Fury vs. Indy Ignite – Fishers Event Center – 5/1 Friday at 7 p.m. – It’s Horses & Horsepower Night. The Kentucky Derby and Indy 500 are almost here. Come early to pet and take pictures with horses out on the Forum Credit Union Plaza and see an IndyCar up close! Details & Tickets

🏍Bike Night – Harley Davidson Fishers – 5/2 Saturday at Noon – The first bike night of the season, and they will have live music, food trucks, drinks, vendors, giveaways, and 2026 models to show off. Details

🏈Green Bay Blizzard vs. Fishers Freight – Fishers Event Center – 5/2 Saturday at 5 p.m. – Come celebrate Star Wars Night at the Freight game. Details & Tickets

🍕Pearl Street’s 8^th Birthday Fiesta – Pearl Street Pizza & Pub, Geist – 5/3 Sunday starting at Noon - Here’s what they’ve got planned: free tastings from 2–4 p.m., live music by Corey Cox from 2–6 p.m., delicious food & drink specials all day long! Details

🏐San Diego Mojo vs. Indy Ignite – Fishers Event Center – 5/3 Sunday at 3 p.m. – It’s Fan Appreciation Day for the last home match of the season. Be one of the first 1,000 fans inside the Fishers Event Center to receive an exclusive Pepper bobblehead. Details & Tickets

🍹Cinco de Mayo Cocktail Making Class – Parks Place Pub – 5/5 Tuesday from 6 – 8:30 p.m. - Come on out for an evening of tacos, tequila and cocktail making. Attendees will get a bottle of the Corazon Tequila that was finished in an Eagle Rare barrel, a taco buffet and a hands-on margarita making experience. Details

Quick headlines and things to know from all around 🌐

Here’s your weekly construction report for the week of April 26.

Olivia Harper was given the Citizen Lifesaver Award from Fishers Police and Fire Departments for saving a life at pickleball. (Current)

Fishers City Council will vote in May on an ordinance for the use of various e-bikes on trails and roads. (Current)

The Trailmixer Festival is this week, which means a weeklong burst of adventure, community, and discovery. Pop-up activations, trailside deals, exclusive swag, and unforgettable experiences are waiting at every turn of our trails. (The Trailways)

The City of Westfield is having a contest for you to help name their newest playground at Simon Moon Park. (Current)

Friendly reminder that next week is Teacher Appreciation Week.

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