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Good Tuesday Morning. This is Fishers Digest. Local Fishers news that’s hotter than a 1st-edition Charizard card 🔥 

In today’s digest:

• Upcoming ribbon cuttings ✂️ 

• Pokémon Center locations

• What’s next for 96th Street

• A Hamilton County holiday app 🎄 

• Construction report

— Written by Lindsey Watson and Skyler Braun

This issue is 1,280 words, a 4-minute read.

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The Digest

✂️🎗️ Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings

It’s a busy November for new food options around the city. Here’s the scoop:

🌴 Aloha Hawaiian BBQ will open on Wednesday (at Mark Pi’s previous location)
🍦 Kilwins will open next week at the Fishers District
🎤 The Fishers Event Center opens in two weeks

And technically, a host of additional restaurants are set to open along with the Fishers Event Center.

What are you most excited for?

🎰 Gotta catch 'em all... from a vending machine

Indiana is on the Pokémon Company’s shortlist of states now blessed with one of these popular Pikachu printers. They operate similarly to a regular vending machine stocked with Elite Trainer Boxes, Booster Packs and so many more TCG products. This is the only guaranteed way of getting real products at their intended price, so they’ve come at a great time to help holiday shoppers snag their favorite items ⚡️

Here is where to find them in Fishers:

• 11700 Olio Rd (Kroger)

• 7272 Fishers Crossing Dr (also Kroger)

+1 for Fishers 🔴 

Fishers HS officially has HSE’s number this year. First, they won the Mudsock game 37-35. Now, they’ve taken the game regional qualifying game 44-41. The game came down to the final minute, making it an unforgettable win.

Next up, Fishers faces Westfield at home on Friday at 8 pm for the IHSAA Class 6A regionals.

If any players are reading: Winning isn't everything; it's the only thing. Good luck! 💪 

What’s next for 96th Street/Allisonville

That notorious Michigan left at 96th and Allisonville is now history, replaced by a two-lane roundabout. Which I think (see poll below) is cause for celebration 🎉 

But as always, forward progress means looking at what’s next. And since 2007, there’s always been high aims for the area. Here’s a preview of the next few years:

↪ Completion of The River Place project which includes 83 acres of rentals, townhomes, and mixed-use retail

↪ Construction of The White River Park to include 120 acres of riverfront access, trails, a kayak launch, and direct connection to Fishers Heritage Park

↪ Andretti HQ, a 90 acre headquarters and museum just east by the airport

↪ Balmoral Village, a potential redesign of the Balmoral House and land around it

Honesty hour: I never really had a problem with the previous Michigan left. But I also rarely used it. So for those of you who do, is the new roundabout a lot better? 👇️ 

The Happenings

Your week preview 📆 

Santa Train events 🚂

If you’re ready to hop on the Santa train (literally), there’s a few opportunities to get tickets around town:

🌲 Piney Acres Farm in Fortville will open this weekend for their Glimmer Lights event. This seasonal outing includes a 20-minute train ride to the North Pole with signature hot cocoa & holiday cookies all while enjoying the glimmering wonderland of light displays. This experience runs from 11/7-1/4. You can grab your tickets here.

🦌 The Reindeer Express is a 75 min ride along the Nickel Plate with the jolly fellow himself. You’ll meet Santa’s head elf, learn facts about reindeers, and sing songs. Indulge in hot chocolate and write a letter to deliver to the North Pole. The train runs on specific dates at different price points depending on your group. All the info here.

🎅🏼 The Sullivan Express is a 15 min train ride through Sullivan’s Hardware Store at Keystone with sights of singing animals, busy elves, and festive cheer en route to see Santa. Kids will have the chance to sit with the big guy and participate in Christmas coloring at the North Pole before adventuring back to the start.

Hit the ice ⛸

Did you know Fuel Tank at Fishers offers public ice skating? Enjoy Cosmic Skates (every Friday and Saturday evenings) with a live DJ. More info on hours and pricing here.

The Ice at Carter Green in Carmel is open for the season starting 11/23 with set hours Wednesday-Sunday. You can buy tickets here.

Holiday shopping + a good cause

Twigs and Tea is hosting an open house this Thursday from 5-8 pm with holiday shopping, refreshments, door prizes, and special discounts. A portion of the proceeds goes to Riverview Health, too. A head start on holiday shopping + a good cause? It’s a win-win!

Sip & shop local

Need hump day plans? Join in for a “Sip & Shop” put on by the Carmel Fire Department happening this Wednesday from 6-9 pm at 210 Veterans Way in Carmel. Here’s your chance to support local businesses with a beverage in hand. Find the full list of local vendors here.

Local Business

Holiday App 📱 🎄

There is now an app to track your journey through 15 of Hamilton County’s (and Indy’s) most popular Christmas markets and events. Carmel Christkindl? ✅ Indianapolis Zoo? ✅ Newfields Winterlights? ✅ And many more.

Why do this? Other than a neat tracker to tick-off holiday boxes, you can earn some cool rewards:

• 1 stop: 2024 holiday pass sticker

• 3 stops: Limited-edition ornament

• 5 stops: A beanie

Rewards are limited. You can download the app here with more details on all the locations and more.

Rapid Fire Hits

Quick headlines and things to know from all around 🌐

When will Fishers get our first snowfall? Historically, December 8. Forecasters believe we will likely get more snow this year than previous years thanks to a weak la Nina. (WTHR)

Always have Turkey Day leftovers? Save this recipe now to turn your Thanksgiving scraps into another meal — The Thanksgiving Pie tradition inspired by Pots & Pans Pie Co. (Indianapolis Moms)

Gunshots heard at Sunblest over the weekend were just some kids shooting at the ground and in the air during a party. One was arrested. (Fishers PD Facebook)

Neighborhood vibrancy grants are open, and it’s best to apply early before it runs out of funding again if you want the city to help pay to fix up your neighborhood. (Fishers Gov)

Richard Goodall, the singing janitor from Terre Haute who just won AGT this year, will be performing the National Anthem at the Pacer’s home game Nov. 17. (IndyStar)

Community thoughts on a new skyscraper coming to downtown Indianapolis (Reddit)

Construction This Week

Here is the new on this week’s construction report:

• Today through Friday will have lane restrictions while they build the sidewalk in front of Cafe Patachou

• On Wednesday at 8 pm, don’t be surprised if you see a street sweeper rolling around SR37

You can check out the full Fishers construction report for this week here.

Thanks!

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