As easy as Take a slice out of Downtown this holiday season with November's dessert of choicepie! Start off with a taste of Indiana's official state pie, Mrs.Wick's sugar cream, from Marsh O'Malias. They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away, so why not get your serving in the form of an apple pie from Henry's on East Coffee Bistro? Or, forget the fruit and try their sinful butterscotch, pumpkin and chocolate cream pies. The Best Chocolate in Town offers a unique variety of truffle pies including flavors such as espresso honey cinnamon, Irish whiskey and tiramisu. R Bistro, Indy Winter Farmer's Market and The Capital Grille (coconut cream pie) all offer more great options for getting pie-eyed Downtown for the holidays.
What are we Thankful for?Participate in National "I am so Thankful Month" by giving back to the community. Be a part of Indianapolis' first Million Meal Marathon Nov. 1 at Lucas Oil Stadium. Partake in this exciting event as more than 3,500 men, women and children pack one million life-saving meals. Work the stuffing off your wings and thighs at Indianapolis Monumental Marathon Nov. 5. This full or half marathon course is quickly becoming one of the best running and walking events in the Midwest! In its tenth year, Ton1c Ball X is bigger than ever! Don't miss Second Helping's most popular charity event Nov. 18 at Radio Radio. This night of music and art will feature the sounds of Michael Jackson, David Bowie and REM. Whoever said reading and rock n' roll can't go hand-in-hand? 92.3 WTTS is proud to announce this year's Rock to Read Benefit presented by Jockamo Upper Crust Pizza Nov. 18. The show will star two long-time WTTS favorites: John Hiatt and the Combo and Big Head Todd and the Monsters at Old National Centre. Proceeds will benefit children's reading programs through the Indianapolis Public Library.
Feast of BurdenGive thanks that there are Downtown chefs happy to take the stress of a big Thanksgiving dinner off your hands! Several Downtown restaurants will be open Thanksgiving Day with traditional turkey dinners and buffets. If you're looking for easy holiday dinner ideas Buca di Beppo can help. The restaurant opens at 11 a.m. and serves up dinner featuring turkey, sausage stuffing and cranberries, starting at $19.95 for a small portion feeding 2-4. Sit down to an elegant Thanksgiving feast from noon - 3 p.m. at Conrad Indianapolis with complimentary champagne and mimosas. Enjoy herb roasted turkey, beef bourgeon, carrot souffl and more at the Indianapolis Propylaeum 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Indy Winter Farmers Market (IWFM)IWFM kicks off in its new location, the west wing of the Indianapolis City Market, Nov. 12. What better reason to bundle up and spend your Saturday morning Downtown? Expect to find everything from smoked meats and fresh juices to cheeses and locally milled flour. Make this year's Thanksgiving dinner tell a story with local artisan ingredients. Be sure to grab a bite to eat at the Indianapolis City Market in between market purchases!
Spirit & Place Festival: The BodyDiscover the 16th annual Spirit & Place Festival Nov. 4 - 13. From choreography and dance to visual art and tattoos, this year's 45 events offer experiences in celebration of the 2011 theme, "The Body." Explore the movement of bodies @Work @Rest @Play as Butler University dancers perform over the lunch hour Nov. 4 & 5. Take in a thought-provoking discussion at Deep Ink: Tattoo Legend Lyle Tuttle at the Indianapolis Museum of Art Nov. 5. The leading global dance institution and ballet company, Dance Theatre of Harlem, joins Downtown at the Madame Walker Theatre Nov. 10. Humor intertwines with passion at Theatre on the Square's performance of Birth, a play that examines the miracle of childbirth and the power of motherhood Nov. 8. Step up in style at these events by donating a new pair of children's athletic shoes (sizes 10-4) to support the work of Samaritan's Feet in Indianapolis and beyond.
Downtown Owns the Night!It may be getting cold outside, but it's hot in Downtown theatres! Check out DRUMline Live, the show-stopping new attraction behind the hit movie 'Drumline', at Old National Centre Nov. 9 & 10. Kid Rock will "rock it up and down the block" with a performance in the Murat Egyptian Room Nov. 22 at Old National Centre. Conseco Fieldhouse plays host to Disney LIVE: Phineas and Ferb Nov. 6 and the comedy of Jeff Dunham: Controlled Chaos Nov. 26. Experience the comic drama of Jericho now - Nov. 27 at the Phoenix Theatre. Relive one of Shakespeare's most well-known tragedies, Julius Caesar, now - Nov. 5 at Indiana Repertory Theatre.
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra toasts American songwriting-duo Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II with the Printing Partners Pops Series: Rodgers & Hammerstein at The Movies at Hilbert Circle Theatre. Watch memorable on-screen moments from movies such as Oklahoma! and The Sound of Music on the big screen while Conductor Jack Everly makes these timeless classics come to life Nov. 4 & 5. Discover Downtown after dark at /Downtownownsthenight.cfm.
Gobble up Downtown's sports sceneThe Indianapolis Colts continue their season with visits from the Atlanta Falcons Nov. 6, Jacksonville Jaguars Nov. 13 and Carolina Panthers Nov. 27. Don't miss the IHSAA State Football Finals, where Indiana's best high school football teams battle it out for the state championship title at Lucas Oil Stadium Nov. 25 & 26.
'Tis the seasonNovember marks the beginning of the holiday season in Downtown Indianapolis! Take in the brilliant spectacle of the 49th Circle of Lights presented by the Contractors of Quality Connection and Electrical Workers of IBEW 481. The lighting on Monument Circle will take place Friday, Nov. 25. Downtown welcomes you and yours to celebrate the season among the 52 garland strands and 4,784 colored lights, strung from the top of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument to its base. The lights remain lit through early January. Keep a watchful eye on Downtown for the whimsical Cherub's appearance Thanksgiving Eve atop L.S. Ayres landmark clock. It will stay in place until Santa takes over on Christmas Eve.
Don't miss the Christmas classic, Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, Nov. 25 - Dec. 24 at Indiana Repertory Theatre. The a cappella styling of Bloomington's own Straight No Chaser at the Old National Centre is putting the harmony in the holidays Nov. 30 & Dec. 2. Theatre on the Square delivers a unique approach to the holidays with Don We Now Our Gay Apparel Nov. 25 - Dec. 17.
Tour Downtown's holiday exhibitions and historic homesThe Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians & Western Art transforms into a locomotive wonderland of trains and landmarks crafted out of natural materials for Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure, opening Nov. 5. Immerse yourself as five G gauge model trains wind past the great landmarks of Indianapolis and take you out to iconic sites of the West including the Grand Canyon, Mt. Rushmore and Old Faithful. Step back into the 30s and 40s at Christmas at the Lilly House. The Lilly House will display ribbons, wreaths, garland and other fine holiday decorations Nov. 12 - Dec. 31. Santa will land in style via helicopter Nov. 25 at the Indiana State Museum to kick-off Celebration Crossing, which will run through Dec. 26. Take the kids to see the Jolly Days Winter Wonderland at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Nov. 25 - Jan. 8. For a complete listing of holiday activities, log on to .
Presently SurprisedThe holiday conundrum of finding perfect gifts is upon us all. No need to feel Scrooged! Shop 'til you drop during Midnight Shopper at Mass Ave's Global Gifts Nov. 18. Take that stocking and stuff it with handmade treasures after attending Handmade Indiana Nov. 19 at the Indiana State Museum. Come learn about and shop for handmade crafts by local artisans and take a workshop to create items like gourd birdhouses and fall wreaths. Check out the sights and sounds of Winter Market at the Eiteljorg Museum Dec. 3. Find that special gift for that special someone from more than 40 regional artists.
Stay safe this holiday seasonThe holidays are a joyous time to spend with family and friends, and a fun time to decorate your home festively with lights. The contractors of Quality Connection and electrical workers of IBEW 481 want to ensure your holiday remains memorable and safe by following a few electrical safety tips. For a printout, log on to /images/ElectricalSafetyTips.pdf.
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