Good morning, Carmel.

The Heartland Film Festival was named the No. 1 Best Film Festival by USA TODAY 10BEST Reader’s Choice Awards on March 11 and held the top spot for 28 days.

The 35th Anniversary event will feature screenings at theaters including The Alamo Drafthouse Cinema at The Square from Oct. 8 to Oct. 18.

Roots rockers The Bacon Brothers will headline the Center Celebration 2026 gala at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts on Sept.

19 at the Payne (and) Mencias Palladium. The gala will include cocktails, dinner, a live auction and after-parties to support art and education programs.

Strong storms moved through central Indiana on March 11, prompting a tornado watch until noon and severe thunderstorm warnings near Carmel.

A rotating storm was observed just west of Carmel as it moved toward Fishers and Noblesville, and hundreds experienced power outages.

Developer Himanshu Garg (who bought the 5-acre Woodland Shoppes in January) met with tenants to discuss potential short- and long-term redevelopment plans.

He said no changes will affect businesses today, though redevelopment could impact the site in 18 to 24 months.

Conor Daly, a Noblesville native, will race the 110th Indianapolis 500 on May 24 with Dreyer and Reinbold Racing (his team where he earned a top-10 finish in 2024) as he pilots the No. 23 Chevrolet with Kingspan sponsorship.

The Wizard and I: A Tribute to Stephen Schwartz

7:30-9 p.m. — Hotel Carmichael, Autograph Collection — $25 minimum for food and beverage — Celebrate the magic of Stephen Schwartz's music with Broadway's Kelli Rabke in a special cabaret performance.

From Tip To Toe: A Wine Tour Of Italy

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM — Total Wine & More — $20.00 — Discover a diverse array of Italy's wines from Prosecco to Sangiovese in this guided tasting experience.

Grand Kyiv Ballet - Giselle

7-10 p.m. — Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless classic Giselle performed by the Grand Kyiv Ballet.

Retirement Planning Dinner Workshop

6:30 p.m. — Stone Creek Dining Company - Noblesville — Complimentary dinner — Explore strategies to secure your retirement against financial risks.

Designer Bag Bingo: Through the Decades

Afternoon — 502 East Event Centre — Ticket prices may apply — Experience an exciting bingo event featuring designer bags from various decades.

Maggie Baugh Live Performance

7:30-9 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of genre-blending sounds and heartfelt storytelling from rising country star Maggie Baugh.

Library After Dark Fundraiser

7-10 p.m. — Carmel Clay Public Library — Individual tickets $50, Pair $95 — Delight in an evening of food, drinks, and fun activities at the library while supporting community programs.

Arts and Crafts Workshop

1-4 p.m. — Woodland Spring Clubhouse — Free entry — Connect with neighbors while exploring your creative side through various crafts.

Mompreneur Midday Meetup

12-1:30 p.m. — Rangeline Chiropractic — Bring your lunch — Connect with fellow mom entrepreneurs in a supportive, casual networking environment.

Morgan James: Live in Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful tunes of Juilliard-trained artist Morgan James as she brings her unique spin on heavy rock classics to life.