Events
Wednesday July 29, 4-5 p.m.
Online event
Friday July 31, 7 p.m.
Broad Ripple Park Pavilion (1500 Broad Ripple Ave)
Wednesday August 5, 6 p.m.
Tarkington's former home (4270 N. Meridian St) Parking available on 42nd & 43rd St., masks required
Friday August 21, 7 p.m.
Broad Ripple Park Pavilion (1500 Broad Ripple Ave)
Saturdays 10 a.m. to noon, thru September 5
Online event
1st & 3rd Thursdays thru September, 4- 6:30 p.m.
North Church Indy (3808 N. Meridian St)
Saturdays 8 a.m. to noon
Glendale overflow lot (6179 N. Rural Ave)
Stay tuned for new date!
Indiana War Memorial (55 E Michigan St)
Tarkington Park Fest
Stay tuned for new date!
Tarkington Park (45 W 40th St)
Things You Can Do From Home
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Support a Supporter!
Monon Track Club donates a portion of proceeds back to Midtown Indy:
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Stay Connected
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Recent Changes in Restrictions
Last week, Mayor Hogsett announced temporary restrictions in order to mitigate the resurgence of COVID-19. Masks are now mandatory statewide, from an order from Governor Holcomb. Social gatherings may not exceed 50 individuals. For more information, check out
The City's website.
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Count Me INdy- 2020 Census
There's still time to complete your 2020 Census! For every person counted, up to $30,000 will come into our community over the next decade-for education, healthcare, transportation, emergency services-and more. Marion County's self response rate is currently at 61%. Complete yours today to avoid a visit from a U.S. Census Bureau worker this summer or fall at
2020census.gov.
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LISC Grant for Haven Yoga
A second round of small business recovery grants for minority businesses throughout Indianapolis includes a Midtown business.
Haven Yoga, 309 W. 42nd Street, was one of 25 recipients of the $5,000 grants awarded by the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) Indianapolis. "The impact of COVI-19 has been especially acute for minority, immigrant and women-owned businesses," said LISC Indianapolis executive director Tedd Grain. "We recognize that small businesses are critical to the health of our economy and community."
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Kheprw Alkhemy Online Course
The Kheprw Institute's Alkhemy entrepreneurship initiative is hosting a free 8-week online course. Centered on community wealth building and small business management, each 2-hour class includes time for connection, exploration, and questions.
Classes are held online from 10 a.m. to noon every Saturday through September 5. They started July 18 but it's not too late to join! More details on their site.
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Broad Ripple Avenue Pedestrian Corridor Changes
In coordination with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD), the City of Indianapolis Department of Public Works (DPW) has made changes to the Broad Ripple Avenue pedestrian corridor established in May to foster social distancing in the popular entertainment district. At IMPD's discretion, one-way, eastbound vehicular traffic may be permitted each night from 11 p.m. to 4 a.m.. Pedestrians should expect to see motorized traffic on Broad Ripple Avenue during these hours at least on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.
For additional safety, concrete barriers have been placed around existing areas permitted to restaurants operating in the public right-of-way along Broad Ripple Avenue. Motorists overnight are strongly encouraged to use caution and to watch for the temporary barriers near the traffic lane. The barriers are expected to remain in place through Labor Day weekend. For more information on recent street closures as well as measures allowing restaurants to re-open visit DPW's website.
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Children's Museum Receives Preservation Grant for Stutz House
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis was one of 12 properties in the state to receive a historic renovation grant through the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs. The Children's Museum received $12,500 to preserve the Stutz House's distinctive tile roof. Built in 1923 as the Stutz family residence, the structure now serves as the headquarters for the nonprofit Mapleton-Fall Creek Development Corporation. This project will help to continue the office use and preserve the historic building. More info.
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Indianapolis Power and Light's (IPL) Energy Incentive Programs
Retail establishments, restaurants, offices, hotels, salons, churches and schools can take advantage of the Small Business Direct Install Program. Call 317-829-9154 to schedule a free on-site assessment by an IPL energy advisor. They'll produce a custom set of recommendations for your business and identify IPL programs and incentives that might be available. IPL reports that participating small businesses save on average approximately $750 in energy costs each year through energy-saving products installed int his program. Details here.
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State Historical Marker to Honor Booth Tarkington
A public dedication ceremony for an Indiana state historical marker commemorating Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist and playwright Booth Tarkington will be held at 6 p.m. August 5. The event will occur at 4270 N. Meridian St., the site of Tarkington's former home. Parking for the event will be available along 42nd and 43rd Streets. Face masks are required and social distancing must be observed during the brief ceremony. For more information about the historical marker program, visit the Indiana Historical Bureau's website.
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IndyGo Rider Experience Survey
IndyGo is conducting a survey to better understand how their riders use technology. They are seeking to identify what barriers may exist to improve the rider experience for all customers! Take their survey for a chance to win 3 monthly passes. Deadline to participate is July 31.
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Concert Series at Broad Ripple Park
As part of its summer concert and music schedule, Indy Parks is planning for two concerts at the Broad Ripple Park Pavilion:
- Friday July 31, Danni al Mar
- Friday August 21, Charlie Ballantine Quarter
Concerts are free and open to the public. Music begins at 7 p.m. Feel free to bring our own chairs and blankets. Masks are required as is remaining at least 6 feet from other persons at all times.
Details here.
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Crown Hill Art Installations
Crown Hill Neighborhood Association has worked with artist Bill Rasdell to place artistic collages featuring community members on two traffic boxes: one at 34th and Illinois Street and one at 38th and Boulevard Place. CHNA is also partnering with KIB for other art projects as part of the Art and Seek program including two "flow" performance events, one at 34th and Illinois and one just in front of the Gothic Gate at Crown Hill Cemetery. A wheat pasted photo portrait will also be installed at Believe Circle City High School, at 2540 N. Capitol.
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Last Chance to Provide Input on Public Safety in Indy
Want to weigh in on changes you'd like to see in the city's approach to public safety? The deadline to participate in Mayor Joe Hogsett's public safety survey is this Friday, July 31.
Individual answers will remain confidential. Take the survey.
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More Extensive Updates Available
For more information on Midtown state of affairs as it relates to businesses, schools, cultural amenities, resources, announcements, and general health, visit
Indy Midtown Magazine's COVID-19 Update page, which will be updated regularly as new information becomes available.
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