Woofstock survivor 5K & dog walk, historical African American cuisine, Burton Cummings tour, and more.
Happy Friday, Carmel. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Carmel Brief serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead.
📰 In the news
Local happenings: New Matador tapas spot debuts in Carmel, Brews on the Boulevard beer festival returns, and local students kick off a statewide debate league — catch up here.
State-level stories: Armadillos expanding their range across Indiana, Whiting turning into a giant pierogi playground, and a rural county offering cash to newcomers — see what else is brewing.
National headlines: Federal judge orders fresh review of gray wolf safeguards, OPEC+ output increase pushes oil under seventy dollars, and a mislabeled pasta recall — peruse the best of the rest.
Highlights this week
- Join motorcycle ride benefiting Hoosier Veterans
- Volunteer for therapeutic riding every second Saturday
- Learn Indiana probate essentials for homeowners
- Celebrate Eagle Creek with cleanups and training
- Compare home equity loans for free
🫶 We got your back
Food: Craving pizza that really lives up to the hype? These pizza spots around Carmel deliver on every cheesy, crispy promise.
Nightlife: Believe small-town nights can’t compete? Discover the hottest bars that rival any big-city scene minus the attitude.
Organization: You spend a weekend lining up matching containers only to find chaos weeks later. These sustainable organization tips prove that organized living can work with your messy, beautiful life.
Florist: In need of a last-minute gift, a romantic gesture, or just some color in your life, Crown and Cloth – Blush Love Flora arranges petal-powered masterpieces that speak volumes without saying a word.
Family: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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Today
🎨 Making Graphic Design Easy in Adobe Express @ Carmel Clay Public Library | Friday (8/8) at 2:00pm – Unleash your inner designer without the headache! Join a Digital Media Lab specialist at the library and discover how Adobe Express can transform your visuals in minutes. Whether you’re whipping up social posts, posters, or presentations, this workshop will have you creating like a pro—no design degree required.
🎶 Human Jukebox @ Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael | Friday (8/8) at 7:30pm – Forget your usual playlist and swing by Feinstein’s for Human Jukebox with Ryan and Lauren Ahlwardt, where you shout out requests and they belt them live under a $25 food and beverage minimum. It’s singalongs, craft cocktails, and genuine table service.
This weekend
🐕 Woofstock Survivor 5K & Dog Walk @ Launch Fishers | Saturday (8/9) at 8:00am – This annual dog-fueled 5K at Launch Fishers invites you and Fido to jog, power-walk, or just laugh at your own pace, all to support Hamilton County’s Humane Society. No actual survival skills required, just tail wags, questionable strides, and local bragging rights.
🍲 Historical African American Cuisine @ Conner Prairie | Saturday (8/9) at 9:00am – Weekend plans: ditch the usual brunch spot for a backyard cookout meets history lesson. You’ll stir gumbo, macaroni and cheese, mandazi, and kush over an open flame, while swapping stories about how African American cuisine shaped our community.
🍖 BrewBQ @ Federal Hill Commons | Saturday (8/9) at 4:00pm – Saddle up your elastic-waistband jeans for a statewide BBQ tasting contest with smoky goodness, local brews, and tunes from two surprise hometown bands. Portions are generous, manners optional. Every bite supports Ivy Tech scholarships, so you can chow guilt-free.
🥂 Mimosa Movies: Freakier Friday @ Flix Brewhouse | Sunday (8/10) at 11:00am – Brunch is ditching avocado toast for Freakier Friday, a tongue-in-cheek body-swap tale, served with a complimentary mimosa. Expect cheesy scares, familiar face swaps, and enough bubbles to drown out any accidental shrieks. Local cult classic vibes await.
🥪 Lunch on the Go @ Conner Prairie | Sunday (8/10) at 12:30pm – Dust off your cloche and park under the oak at The Junction, where Model Ts roll in for a 1920s picnic. BYO grub or grab a boxed lunch, then find a spot on the Porter House porch for Cecelia Otto’s 1920s tunes, finishing with watermelon.
🎸 Burton Cummings: A Few Good Moments Tour@ Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts | Sunday (8/10) at 7:30pm – Nothing conjures high school memories faster than the guy who wrote your teen soundtrack. Burton Cummings is rolling through to unleash “American Woman,” “These Eyes,” and more. Expect singalongs, gray hairs in perfect harmony, and VIP upgrades if you’re feeling fancy.
Next week
📱 iPhone Photography 101: The Edit@ Carmel Clay Public Library | Monday (8/11) at 2:00pm – Whether you’re shooting skyline selfies or sunset panoramas, this Digital Media Lab crash course unlocks every hidden slider in your iPhone’s built-in editor. No extra apps, just a handful of taps, witty pointers, and bragging rights at the next block party. Limited seats, registration required.
🍽️ Tasting Event @ Prairie Waters | Tuesday (8/12) at 6:00pm – Nameless Catering’s tasting event is your chance to test-drive a menu way better than your aunt’s potlucks. Expect bite-sized showstoppers, little plates that flirt outrageously with flavor, and zero awkward seating charts, all in one cozy room of fellow food nerds.
🏫 Fast Times at Ridgemont High @ Flix Brewhouse | Tuesday (8/12) at 6:30pm – Ready to relive your teenage existential crisis, minus the braces? We’re ringing in back-to-school month with Fast Times at Ridgemont High, where pizza deliveries, stoner wisdom, and job nightmares reign supreme. Popcorn’s on you, nostalgia’s on us. No homework required.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
🎶 Live music & entertainment
- 8/8 Gallery Hop @ Hamilton East Public Library Fishers – 5 pm
- 8/8 Matt Record @ Cobblestone Grill – 7 pm
- 8/8 Jams at the Junction @ Grand Junction Plaza – 7 pm
- 8/9 The Palace in the Backyard @ Private Backyard Residence – 4 pm
- 8/9 Ages Band @ Grand Junction Brewing – 7 pm
- 8/10 Wise Blood Records 5th Anniversary Show @ Black Circle – 4 pm
- 8/10 The Toy Factory @ University Green – 6 pm
- 8/12 Keith Wallen and more @ Black Circle – 7 pm
🏠️ Price is right – Carmel edition
How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).
Listed by: Jennil Salazar (Compass Indiana, LLC)
Flanked by the 4th and 5th holes of Crooked Stick, this estate serves up front-row seats to championship greens with a side of serious bragging rights. Nearly two acres and over 5,500 square feet in the main house mean there’s room to spread out, while the new 1,000-square-foot Casita brings spa vibes and guest-ready polish.
A chef’s kitchen with quartz counters, custom cabinetry, and pro appliances teams up with a sunroom, heated pool, and outdoor kitchen for all-season entertaining. Four-car garage, fire pit, and privacy fencing round out the perks, all with sweeping golf course views.
Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →
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