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Hey Evansville, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Espresso Martini Fest, police career event for women, and I-64 lane closures + lots of fun things to do for free.

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📰 In the news

Pathways into public safety: Evansville Police will host a career exploration event for women on March 19 at the C. K. Newsome Center. Meet female officers, hear their stories, and register by mid-March — get all the event details.

Mixology meets community support: Espresso Martini Fest returns to downtown Henderson March 12-14, with featured cocktails from local spots and awards for Best Pairing or Duo, Most Creative, and Best Signature Espresso — get all the details.

Bridge prep to affect traffic: INDOT says I-64 passing lanes near Poseyville will close on or around March 14 for crossover work for a bridge project. Driving lanes in both directions will remain open — get all the details.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Highlights this week:

• Watch Thunderbolts battle Huntsville Havoc
• Eat at Freddy’s to support ITV Rescue
• Get lucky at half-price St. Patty’s bingo

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Downtown lunch, sorted: Paninis pressed just right, classic sandwiches or wraps with a side, plus those dangerously good cookies. Just Rennie’s Cafe & Cookie Company nails the quick, no-fuss midday win. Sidewalk seating sets the scene, and the salad conveniently feels like balance for dessert.

Weekend reset, anyone? When you need fresh air beyond the backyard, Burdette Park delivers easy walking trails, playgrounds, pickleball courts, a BMX track, and roomy gathering spots, from day shelters to chalets and campsites. Turn a quick stroll into an all-day hang without leaving Evansville.

Playtime upgrade, incoming: Toys to Treasure stocks brainy games, sturdy classics, and quirky gems kids reach for again and again. The friendly crew guides you to just-right picks, so you spend less time scrolling and more time being the fun one.

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📆 Free events worth checking out

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

💬 Let’s Talk Tuesday @ Deaconess Gateway Hospital (Newburgh) | Tuesday (3/10) at 9:00 AM – Turning 65 or tired of guessing what Medicare covers? Swing by the free Deaconess Gateway session for a plain-English breakdown of Original Medicare versus 2026 MyTru Advantage plans, coverage, benefits, and networks, plus a no-pressure chat with a licensed agent in Room A.

👪 Family Night @ Cross-Eyed Cricket Family Restaurant | Wednesday (3/11) at 3:30 PM – Give the kitchen a night off at Cross-Eyed Cricket, where Wednesdays and Saturdays are Family Night, and kids eat free with an adult meal and drink. You get a hot plate and actual conversation, they eat for free, and your dishwasher gets the night off.

❓ Wednesday Night Trivia @ Six Strings on Franklin | Wednesday (3/11) at 6:30 PM – Midweek brain flex at Six Strings, where Wednesday trivia is free, friendly, and way more satisfying than doomscrolling. Bring up to eight know-it-somes, kids and grandparents included, and chase prizes, bragging rights, and one more reason to feel smug until Friday.

📖 Storytime @ EVPL Red Bank | Thursday (3/12) at 10:00 AM – Classic library storytime, with stories, songs, rhymes, and all the early literacy goodness that makes tiny humans sit still for five whole minutes. Bring your kid, grandkid, or favorite small person, then bask in that rare, glorious sound called quiet, followed by happy wiggles.

🏛 Historic Newburgh, Inc. Annual Meeting @ Preservation Hall | Thursday (3/12) at 5:30 PM – If you’ve got opinions about Newburgh, here’s your microphone and a cookie. Historic Newburgh, Inc.’s annual meeting is open to the public, with refreshments, a brisk rundown of wins and plans, a public forum, volunteer scoop, and a few kudos.

👨 Family Night @ Cross-Eyed Cricket Family Restaurant | Saturday (3/14) at 3:30 PM – Family Night hits every Wednesday and Saturday at Cross-Eyed Cricket, where the kids eat free with your adult meal and drink, and you get a few quiet bites between ketchup negotiations. It’s easy, affordable, and the closest thing to a parenting win this week.

🛍 Blessed with a Dress & Ties for Guys Shopping Day @ The Refuge Christian Church (Chandler) | Tuesday (3/17) at 5:30 PM – Remember prom stress, but with a kinder budget? At The Refuge Christian Church’s Love the 812 Building, teens can shop free for dresses, suits, and ties, then hit those dances with confidence, great photos, and no price tag. Bring your kid, or tell a neighbor.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Evansville report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 78°F – Low: 67°F – Precip: 15%

A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78. South southwest wind 6 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 10pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10pm and 1am, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67. South southwest wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.

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Tomorrow – High: 74°F – Low: 36°F – Precip: 100%

Showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 74. West southwest wind 14 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Later: Rain showers before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 36. Northwest wind 9 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%.

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