Good Wednesday Morning. This week is packed full of grand openings and new places coming to Fishers. It’s exciting so let’s get into it.

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Thompson Thrift announced this week that they broke ground on The Crossing Lofts at Fishers District. The new project will offer 273 multi-family luxury units as well as 10,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space.

The four-story community will include attached structured parking and offer residents walkable access to the Fishers Event Center and the growing collection of dining and shopping throughout Fishers District.

Community amenities will include a resort-style heated swimming pool, 24-hour fitness center, thoughtfully designed courtyards with grilling and gathering areas, a pet spa, social hub, coffee bar, focus suites, resident conference space, a Minnow Pod, and more. 

The first residents are expected to be able to move in January 2028, and I can’t wait to hear what goes into the retail space.

Smokinghot Justice is an Indiana-bred stakes winner entered in the $150,000 Lady Fog Horn Stakes at Horseshoe Indianapolis on October 24. Through MyRacehorse, you can own a share and join the Indiana Racing Club, with owner events and a community of fans cheering alongside you.

You don’t need to know pedigrees or have grown up around horses to feel what it’s like to root for your own. This Champions Day, have more than a favorite. Have a horse.

Meet Smokinghot Justice and explore becoming an owner with MyRacehorse.

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Flower Child at The Union at Fishers District will officially open its doors on Oct. 27.

📍9344 Union Place Drive

This fast casual restaurant puts a focus on healthy, scratch-made food, and also has options for people with dietary restrictions like gluten, dairy, vegan and more.

They are known for their famous Mother Earth Bowl (ancient grains, sweet potato, portobello, and broccoli pesto) and custom protein add-ons like all-natural chicken, grass-fed steak, sustainably sourced salmon, and organic tofu.

You can check out the full menu here. They will be open for dine-in or carry-out starting next Tuesday.

Right on the border of Fishers and Noblesville, a Wawa has been being built for a while now. Good news: It’s finally finished. 

📍14563 Howe Rd, Noblesville, IN 46038

Doors will open at 8 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 22 for their grand opening celebration. They will have free coffee all day and free t-shirts. Stop in to meet the new team and see the Hoagies for Heroes competition.

Mark your calendars for Wednesday, Nov. 11th, and join Nate Spangle at the IU Indy men’s basketball game inside the brand-new James T. Morris Arena! It will be a packed house for game number three in the downtown venue as the Jaguars celebrate 500 Festival participants and honor our heroes for Military Appreciation Night. High-energy Division I basketball at an affordable price for the family makes for an unforgettable evening. Fill the stands to support the Jags, “The Jim” and get your tickets to see Indy’s newest sports venue by using promo code SPANGLE410 at checkout via IUIndyJags.com/Tickets.

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The new dog park at the Fishers Community Center is now open. I know so many of you have anxiously been awaiting the opening, which was delayed by months, but now the two-acre, enclosed space with water and shade is ready for your dogs.

There will also be a grand opening celebration with a ribbon cutting and remarks from Mayor Scott Fadness on Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 1 p.m. The Humane Society for Hamilton County will be also be onsite, and Speck’s Pet Supplies will be there to hand out gift bags to attendees.

The dog park memberships are currently sold out, but you can learn more about the memberships and join the waitlist here.

Fishers’ residents can vote early at Holland Park or Billericay Park. Just bring your photo ID and check your registration at IndianaVoters.in.gov. 

A new restaurant is coming to Fishers called the Protein Bar & Kitchen. This fast casual restaurant offers protein-packed bowls, wraps, salads, smoothies and more. You can check out the full menu with nutritional information here.

It will open up just off 116th Street in the same strip as Crumbl and The Original Pancake House.

There isn’t an official opening date yet but you can follow along on their social media for more details to be announced in the coming months.

Ryan Ahlwardt is a Fishers resident and Hamilton Southeastern and Indiana University grad. He is an Emmy Award-winning TV host, singer-songwriter and live entertainer.

Ryan is also a former member of the globally renowned, acapella group Straight No Chaser. With the group, he toured internationally and collaborated with legendary artists including The Beach Boys, Barry Manilow, Shania Twain, and The Temptations.

And now, as a solo artist, Ryan has released 10 albums. For his 11th album, Crying in the Canyon, he is having an album release concert at the Tarkington Theater in the Allied Solutions Center for the Preforming Arts in Carmel at 8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 30. You can get tickets for the show here.

Ryan grew up in Fishers and now lives here with his family where he remains involved in the community. If you see him around say hello. If you want to see him perform live, here are his upcoming performances.

Plus, Ryan was a guest on the Get IN. Podcast!

🎃Sensory-Friendly Trunk-or-Treat – Fishers – 10/22 Thursday from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. - Your child can enjoy Halloween at their own pace with sensory-friendly activities, fa-boo-lous goodies, balloon twisting with Twisted Carnival Company, and, of course, candy. Details

💎Jewelry Making: Sea Glass Jewelry – Fishers – 10/22 Thursday from 6 – 9 p.m. - Create elegant, coastal-inspired jewelry using authentic sea glass, wire, metals, and artisan jewelry techniques. Details & Register

🎵Gavin Adcock: The Day I Hang It Up Tour – Fishers – 10/22 Thursday at 7 p.m. - Country Music maverick Gavin Adcock brings his new headline tour to the Fishers Event Center with special guests Pecos & The Rooftops and Tyler Nance. Details & Tickets

🏒Toledo Walleye vs. Indy Fuel – Fishers – 10/23 Friday at 7:15 p.m. – The Indy Fuel honor those who have battled or are currently battling cancer. They’ll celebrate our brave local warriors and the healthcare workers who support them. 100% of single-game ticket proceeds from the game will go to the Community Health Network’s oncology patients. Details & Tickets

🎃Carmel Spooktacular Craft & Vendor Market – Carmel – 10/24 Saturday from noon – 5 p.m. – The family-friendly market will feature local vendors offering unique finds, handmade goods, sweet treats, seasonal décor, gifts, and all things fall and Halloween. Details

🍁Fall Festival – Lawrence – 10/24 Saturday from 3 – 6 p.m. - There will be live music, game booths, hayrides, face-painting, mechanical bull rides, archery, vendors, bounce houses, a toddler soft play area, concession stand, gift card giveaways, tons of candy, corn hole tourney, pickleball tourney, chili-cooking competition, and so much more. Details

🏒Cincinnati Cyclones vs. Indy Fuel – Fishers – 10/25 Sunday at 4 p.m. - Bring the whole family out for an unforgettable Sunday afternoon full of hockey and entertainment featuring the world-famous ZOOperstars. Don’t forget, kids eat free and you can skate on the ice after the game. Details & Tickets

Quick headlines and things to know from all around 🌐

Here is your weekly construction report for the week of Oct. 19.

Mayor Scott Fadness announces that four of the baseball fields will be converted to turf at Billericay Park. (Facebook)

Hamilton Southeastern boys tennis team captures their first state title. (Current)

Two Fishers moms dress up in costumes every morning to spread joy and make people laugh. (WTHR)

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