Good Wednesday Morning. I hope you all are surviving the craziness of Maycember.

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Free Tuesday concerts in Fishers have become a tradition and this summer’s lineup was just announced.

The concerts are Tuesdays in June and July and start at 7 p.m. at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater. You can bring lawn chairs and blankets, pack a picnic and cooler, or enjoy local food trucks. One thing we’ve enjoyed doing before the concert is walking the Nickel Plate Trail and having dinner at King Jugg, because kids eat free on Tuesdays, and then go to the concert.

One of the internet’s favorite golf course cocktails, the Water Hazard, mixes Barkeep Vodka with blue Gatorade, a splash of lemonade, and Sprite for an ultra refreshing drink perfect for the course, the pool, or any warm weather hangout.

It’s light, smooth, and easy to make for a crowd. One sip and you might start wondering… is it too smooth? 🍸

Explore more cocktail ideas and recipes on the Barkeep Vodka Website—and find a bottle at your local grocery or liquor store.

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Remember the days of reading all summer with Book It and being able to win a free personal pan pizza from Pizza Hut? If that was your thing, you’ll want to check out HEPL’s Unearth a Story reading challenge.

Our library has a summer reading challenge for all ages where you can log reading and activities from June 2 – July 31 to earn points and prizes. You can sign up here. If you want to encourage your little one to read more this would be a great program, plus you could do it right alongside them.

The Fishers Library will have an outdoor party on May 30 to celebrate the start of Summer Reading with food, a dance party, yard games, and activities for all ages.

The Fishers Sprint Triathlon powered by FAST will take place Saturday, May 16, beginning at 7:30 a.m. at Geist Waterfront Park. Participants will compete in swimming, biking, and running events throughout the Geist area. Motorists should expect temporary road impacts and brief delays along portions of the race course during the morning hours, with bike course closures expected through approximately 9 a.m. and run course impacts through approximately 9:45 a.m. 

Residents are encouraged to plan ahead, use caution when traveling near the event, and consider alternate routes when possible. View course maps and event details here.

Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness was joined by Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen and Bargersville Town Council President Andrew Greenwood on the Get IN. with Nate Spangle podcast to discuss their role in forming the Central Indiana Regional Development Authority (CIRDA), the balancing act of fast-growing communities, CIRDA’s role in data center development, and more. Give the episode a listen on Apple or YouTube, or watch below!

Petfolk in Fishers in now open for all your pet’s health needs. 

📍8711 E 106th St. Ste. 160, Fishers, IN

Whether your dog is due for a wellness exam, your cat needs a dental cleaning, or something unexpected comes up on a weekend, they have a care team ready. You can book your visit online in just a few minutes.

I also saw they are offering $100 off your first appointment here with code FISH100.

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, Hopes got you covered.

And right now, you can snag a $49 AC evaluation or take advantage of their $1,500 AC buyback when you upgrade your system.

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

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Que Rico – Fishers just opened and they are serving up tacos, burritos, bowls, margaritas and more. The Mexican grill is off of 116th Street in the former Moe’s and Tako Seoul.

📍8235 E 116th St. Ste. 201, Fishers, IN

Every Sunday through June 28, Shake Shack at the Fishers District is serving up a free Chicken Shack (or lettuce wrap) when you spend $10. Just use code CHICKENSUNDAY at checkout.

📍9701 E 116th St. Fishers, IN

🧘‍♀️Free Yoga Wednesdays – Flat Fork Creek Park – 5/13 Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. – Yoga has moved outdoors for the season. Bring your mat and come flow with Roots & Wings Yoga Wellness at the top of the hill at Flat Fork Creek Park. Details

🂣Family Game Night – Bier Brewery Noblesville – 5/14 Thursday from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. – For this free event, think life-size board games, yard games, singing & dancing with DJ Jason, Elite Game Truck, RAFFLES, food & of course bier, and more. Details & RSVP

🎤Jai Baker 3 – Parks Place Pub – 5/15 – Friday at 8 p.m. – Come enjoy live music at Parks Place Pub, your friends are already there. Details

🏎Indianapolis Cars & Coffee – Fishers Event Center – 5/16 Saturday from 8 – 11 a.m. – Come to the Fishers Event Center to visit series sponsors’ tents and cars, shop merch, and enjoy coffee from Java House. Details

🛍Fishers Farmers Market – Nickel Plate District Amphitheater – 5/16 Saturday from 8 a.m. – noon – Shop over 80 local vendors, specializing in all things food and plants for you and your home. Details

🌸Indiana Peony Fest – Noblesville – 5/16 Saturday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. – The 6th annual Indiana Peony Festival will have over 150 local vendors for you to visit and shop, showcasing cut flowers, bouquets, plants, clothes, decor, art, food & drink, and more. Details

🏈Jacksonville Sharks vs. Fishers Freight – Fishers Event Center – 5/16 Saturday at 7 p.m. – Come celebrate our Veterans on Military Night at the Freight game. Details & Tickets

🏎Car Show – Murphys PubHouse – 5/17 Sunday from noon – 3 p.m. – This free event will include prizes and giveaways, live music with Joe Hess, a cigar trailer, brunch, and more. All cars are welcome. Details

🚜Touch a Truck  – Nickel Plate District Amphitheater – 5/18 Monday from 4 – 7 p.m. - Kids can explore Fishers’ fleet of big rigs, including tractors, snowplows, police cars, and fire trucks at this free event. Details

Quick headlines and things to know from all around 🌐

Here is your weekly construction report for the week of May 11.

The City of Fishers is moving forward with plans for a new AgriPark urban farm following approval of a 20-year lease agreement for property off Allisonville Road near the Indianapolis Metropolitan Airport, which owns the site. (Current)

Fishers High School sophomore, Zaid Abuhassan, achieved a perfect ACT score. (WTHR)

The U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs has requested $2.1 billion for a new hospital in Indianapolis and an outpatient facility in Fishers. The outpatient facility would be built near IU Health along Interstate 69. (Daily Journal)

Now through May 22, donate a pair of shoes at Athletic Annex Running Centre at Fishers District, and receive $10 off a new pair of shoes at Athletic Annex. (Instagram)

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