Good Tuesday Morning. It’s that weird time between Christmas and New Years where you aren’t quite sure what day it is, the house is a mess, and you’re living on takeout and Christmas cookies. Lets go.

  • Christmas Tree Recycling

  • Rose Bowl Watch Parties

  • Free Doughnuts!

  • New Restaurant Coming to Fishers

  • Curated Events

This issue is 1,133 words, a 5-minute read.

The Digest

Christmas Tree Recycling

Are you the person that has to take down Christmas immediately or do you leave it up until January? Either way, when the time is right for you, you can drop off your tree at the following locations to be recycled.

 Just have your tree dropped off by February 1st and make sure all decorations are removed.

Hoosier Watch Parties

The Indiana Hoosiers are playing on New Year’s Day against Alabama in the Rose Bowl. Can’t make the trip, but still want to watch the game with other Hoosier fans? Check out the list below for local watch parties around the city.

Pearl Street Pizza
10462 Olio Road, Fishers IN

BuffaLouie’s Carmel
43 W Main St, Carmel, Indiana

Ale Emporium Fishers
11501 Geist Pavilion Dr #100, Fishers, IN

Tom’s Watch Bar
140 S. Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN

Murphy’s Craft House
11705 Fox Road, Indianapolis, IN

Upland Brewing Company
4939 E. 82nd St, Indianapolis, IN

AJ’s Bar and Grill
9755 Fall Creek Rd, Indianapolis, IN

Throwing your own party at home? You can have this Rose Bowl Celebration Kit full of decor, signage, and more emailed to you.

Geist Half Marathon

If the Geist Half, 10k or 5k is a race you run each year, or one you have wanted to, you need to check this out. They are running a special to give you the lowest price on registration starting now and ending at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday. You can register here and no promo code is needed.

The race will be on September 12, 2026 and start at 7:30 a.m. It will include the three race distances mentioned above, an after party and stunning views of Geist Reservoir.

Local Business

Playa Bowls Opening in Fishers

If you like smoothie bowls and fresh juices there seems to be a lot of options in Fishers from Rush Bowl to Twenty Two Juice Bar and more, but will you try this new one?

Playa Bowls is a fast-casual restaurant franchise best known for super fruit bowls — like açaí, pitaya, mango, green, coconut, and even oatmeal bowls. They also offer juices, smoothies, and cold brew drinks made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. You can check out their full menu here.

📍11594 Whistle Drive, Suite 160, Fishers, Indiana 46037

If you or someone you know is looking for a job, they are currently hiring.

Follow along on their socials for an exact opening date, coming soon.

Free Doughnuts

Kick off New Year’s Eve with a sweet treat! Parlor Donuts Fishers is giving every customer a FREE donut while supplies last.

📆 12/31 (New Year’s Eve)
🕒 6 a.m. - 1 p.m.
📍 13588 Bent Grass Lane, Unit 107, Fishers, IN 46038

Events

Curated picks 📆

In last week’s newsletter I included some New Year’s Eve events happening here in Fishers. If you are still looking for something to do with or without kids, check out my list here.

🍵Grand Opening – Recess – 1/2 Friday from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. - Hamilton County native, Molly Ryan, is opening Indy’s first matcha brand and cafe called Recess. Details

🌟2026 Vision Board Event – McCordsville – 1/2 Friday at 6 p.m. – Dr. Dennis will lead you through thoughtful questions and reflective exercises to help release what no longer serves you— and create a clear, heart-centered vision for the year ahead.
Then you’ll bring those hopes + goals to life through creating your very own vision board. Details & Tickets

🎤Jai Baker 3 – Parks Place Pub – 1/2 Friday at 8 p.m. – Kick off your new year with live music, drinks and food with friends. Details

🔥Pokémon Bingo – Books & Brews – 1/2 Friday at 8 p.m. – Bingo is free to play and for all ages. Details

I wanted to bring to your attention that the last few Indy Fuel games have been postponed due to the player strike. It was announced that a tentative deal has been reached, but the Fuel have not announced when the players will play again. Keep an eye on their socials for game updates.

🏒Bloomington Bison vs. Indy Fuel – Fishers Event Center - 1/2 Friday at 7 p.m. – It’s Teacher Appreciation Night and educators can get a great deal on tickets. Details

🏒Kalamazoo Wings vs. Indy Fuel – Fishers Event Center – 1/3 Saturday at 7 p.m. – If your kids love mascots, this is the game to go to. It’s Nitro’s Birthday Celebration and all his pals will be there. Details

🎨K-Pop Demon Hunters Nights – Kiln Creations – 1/3 Saturday from 6 – 8 p.m. - A high-energy K-Pop themed pottery painting night where you can jam to your favorite idols while creating your own masterpiece. Details & Tickets

🤸‍♀️Sensory Friendly Play – Urban Air – 1/4 Sunday from 9 – 11 a.m. – This event is specifically designed for children with sensory processing difficulties to enjoy time at the park without loud music, flashing lights- and to have a lot of fun. Details

💬Fishers History Chat - Facebook Live - 1/6 Tuesday at 7 p.m. - Join the Fishers Historical Society for a virtual chat this month on the 1850 Homestead and the Underground Railroad. Details & Register

🎵Music Bingo – Bier Brewery Noblesville – 1/6 Tuesday from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. - SLI Audio puts a musical twist on the classic game of Bingo. They play snippets of your favorite songs/music videos and you have song titles on your bingo cards. Details

Rapid Fire Hits

Quick headlines and things to know from all around 🌐

Fishers High School student, Savannah Greenbaum, was awarded the 2026 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship for Hamilton County. (Current)

Here is your Fishers weekly construction update, last one of 2025.

The City of Carmel releases its 2025 Year in Review. You can check out all the details here.

The Colts have officially been eliminated from the playoffs, but hear more about Phillip Rivers’ thoughts on returning to the team and what a ride its been. (Fox59)

If you or your organization is looking to volunteer with the City of Fishers, here are some upcoming opportunities.

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