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Carmel
Monday, February 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Carmel. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Carmel resident Andrew Bailey launched a side business after debuting his hand-crafted bison helmets at a college football game on Nov. 28; he started his website on Jan. 14 to offer the $250 helmets that take about 10 hours to make (inspired by his brother’s IU legacy). Current
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Carmel Clay History Museum (211 1st St. SW) will host Soulful Journeys of Women on Feb. 6 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. with historical reenactors Donnice Robinson and Tracey Middlebrooks Wynn presenting the stories of Sojourner Truth and Harriet Tubman. Current
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Carmel High School will stage Treasure Island from Feb. 5 to 7 in the school auditorium, with senior Emma Miller playing Jim Hawkins and cast members filling key roles; performances run at 7 p.m. Feb. 5 and 6 plus 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Feb. 7. Current
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Indy Ignite beat the Dallas Pulse last Saturday with scores of 25-14, 25-14, 29-27 to end a four game win streak. The team will host Grand Rapids on Friday, Feb. 6 at 7 p.m. WTHR
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Behind the Book with Mary Kubica
1:30-3 p.m. — Carmel Clay Public Library — Free entry — Bestselling author Mary Kubica shares insights into her new novel 'It's Not Her'.
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Figure Drawing Workshop
4-6 p.m. — Fishers Art Center — Fee required — Study the basics of figure drawing focusing on human anatomy and form.
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Retirement Planning Dinner Workshop
6:30 p.m. — Weber Grill Restaurant — Complimentary — Learn key strategies to secure your retirement while enjoying a free dinner.
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Carmel Passion & Chocolate Party
6 p.m. — Peace Water Winery — Ticket required — Savor a flight of Passion Cabernet paired with chocolate while enjoying live music from Brad McCord.
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Paul Hughes: Songs For Lovers
7:30-9 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of classic Jazz and Swing tunes reminiscent of the greats like Frank Sinatra and Bobby Darin.
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Family Painting Class: A Pretty Pink Bouquet
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Online payment required — Unleash creativity with your family in this fun painting session.
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Lunar New Year Celebration
4:30-6 p.m. — Carmel Clay Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate the Lunar New Year with Chinese calligraphy and paper crafting activities hosted by the National Chinese Honor Society.
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February Pints & Pages: Wuthering Heights Discussion
7-9 p.m. — Sun King Carmel — Free entry — Engaging book discussion centered around the classic Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë awaits at this cozy venue.
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Pokemon Day Celebration
5-7 p.m. — Carmel Clay Public Library — Registration recommended — Gather for a fun-filled evening of Pokémon battles, trading, and nerd culture.
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Memory Collages Workshop
1-3 p.m. — Carmel Clay Public Library — Registration required — Explore the art of creating visual stories from personal memories using various materials.
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