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It’s Friday, Hamilton County! Let’s finish this week strong.

In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Phish summer shows, a Bridgerton period dance pop up, and Elegant Evening: Clue! + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.

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📰 In the news

Meet the neighbors of yesteryear: Step back in time at Conner Prairie in Fishers, where costumed residents, an 1836-style village, and interactive spaces bring the 1800s to life for families close to home — read the full story.

Statewide network boosts young talent: Seven Hamilton County college women were selected as 2026 500 Festival Princesses, honored for service and scholarship. They will represent local communities this spring with leadership projects and mentorship — learn more about their journey.

Jam legends plot busy season: Phish announced three summer shows at Noblesville’s Ruoff Music Center, and tickets went on sale Feb. 27. They play nine nights at the Sphere in Las Vegas starting April 16 — see dates and ticket details.

Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.

Someone Googled you this week: Whether you’re dating again, selling something locally, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up. Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you (or someone you care about) to clean up all that up – learn more here.

Highlights this week:

• Play pickleball to benefit REALTOR® Foundation
• Celebrate inclusive art with live performances
• Shop local at Westfield Winter Market
• Over 62? See how to turn home equity into tax-free cash

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📆 Around town this weekend

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🕵 Elegant Evening: Clue! @ FORUM Events Center | Friday (3/6) at 6:00 PM – Forum Events Center turns into a Clue board as the school’s biggest fundraiser turns intrigue into scholarships and tech upgrades. Bring your best alibi, recruit your favorite sleuths, and let The Flying Toasters keep the evidence dancing, while your auction paddle does the mischief.

👑 Bridgerton Period Dance Pop Up | Friday (3/6) at 7:00 PM – Bridgerton is waltzing off the screen with a beginner-friendly period dance pop-up, all elegant walks, swoopy turns, and playful formations. Dress Regency chic or just wear shoes you can pivot in, come solo or with your favorite duke, and consider it your cardio, gossip included.

🎭 Vanities @ The Cat | Friday (3/6) at 8:00 PM – Vanities brings three friends from Texas cheer squads to a frank New York reunion, all on The Cat Theatre stage. It is witty, bittersweet, and painfully relatable, the kind of nostalgia trip that makes you text an old teammate. Seats are limited, snag tickets.

🎺 Chris Botti @ Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts | Friday (3/6) at 8:30 PM – Give the Netflix queue the night off and catch Chris Botti at the Palladium, right here at the Center for the Performing Arts. Silky trumpet, lush arrangements, and the kind of acoustics that remind you why live music wins. Date night, sorted.

🛍 Handmade Vintage Spring Market @ Hamilton County Fairgrounds | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Take a break from errands and wander the Llama Barn for a spring market with 50 local makers, unique finds, and zero corporate blah. It’s $5 to get in, kids are free, parking’s free, and your tote bag will finally earn its keep.

🍁 Maple Fest @ Urban Apples Cidery | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – If your syrup standards run high, Urban Apples is hosting a maple-soaked weekend worth the drive. Expect maple-inspired food and drinks, live music from Secret Foxes and Bach to Rock Carmel, plus an all-day Sunday brunch, cozy vibes, and zero judgment for seconds.

🏺 Monster Planter Clay Class @ Kiln Creations | Sunday (3/8) at 4:00 PM – Take a break from spreadsheets and make a monster planter at an easygoing pottery night. They throw the body, you add eyes, appendages, and texture, choosing short and wide or tall and slender. Your creature’s ready to paint in two weeks, so snag a spot.

Live music & entertainment:

• 3/6 Elegant Evening: Clue! @ FORUM Events Center – 6:00 PM
• 3/6 Music Bingo @ Alley’s Alehouse – 7:00 PM
• 3/6 Vanities @ The Cat – 8:00 PM
• 3/7 Musky Treasure Music Band @ Spencer Farm Winery – 7:00 PM
• 3/7 Jerome Collins @ Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts – 8:00 PM
• 3/7 That ’90s Band @ Joe’s Grille Westfield – 9:30 PM
• 3/8 The Free Radicals @ Urban Apples – 1:45 PM

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Thinning hair? Don’t wait – here are 3 treatments that work
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account
• Treat yourself: Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

📻 Hamilton County report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 73°F – Low: 63°F – Precip: 50%

A chance of rain and patchy fog and a slight chance of thunderstorms before 10am, then a chance of thunderstorms and a chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 73. South wind 3 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain and a slight chance of thunderstorms before 4am, then a chance of thunderstorms and a chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. South southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

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Tomorrow – High: 69°F – Low: 40°F – Precip: 95%

A chance of thunderstorms and a chance of rain before 7am, then rain and a chance of thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 69. Southwest wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Later: Rain likely and a slight chance of thunderstorms before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 40. West northwest wind 5 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

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