Good morning, Carmel.

Knights of Columbus Council 11044 will host two fish fry dinners on March 21 and March 28 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish Hall on Oak Ridge Road in Carmel—meals cost $14 for adults and lower for children as proceeds aid local charitable causes.

Dozens of food and beverage vendors filled the 502 Event Centre on March 7 for Taste of Carmel—a fundraiser that featured unlimited samples and supports the Carmel Education Foundation.

Alli Miller, a Carmel resident and case manager at Keller and Keller, is serving as a team leader in the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Visionary of the Year campaign to raise funds for blood cancer research.

Her team (10 members) plans fundraisers like a bake sale and chili supper while the campaign (ending May 9 at the Crane Bay Event Center) aims to meet a goal of $10,000 with a stretch of $25,000.

Two weeks ago, fifth-grader Leena from Prairie Trace Elementary served as Deputy Mayor and introduced herself with confidence.

Last week, fifth-grader Shravan from Cherry Tree Elementary presented updates on the Affiliate Review Committee and the upcoming Cherry Blossom Festival while presenting a thank-you letter to Mayor Sue Finkam—highlighting Carmel’s bright future in young leadership.

City officials announced that Carmel will receive $1.2 million in matching funds through the state’s Community Crossings grant program and a $3.1 million project for resurfacing and reconstructing Main Street between Illinois and Guilford — improvements include new storm drainage, roadside ditches and ADA-compliant pedestrian crossings. The city will also get $980,000 from the Federal Highway Administration for raised crosswalks at the intersections of Hazel Dell Parkway with Main and 116th with Range Line Road — design plans are in progress and construction may start later this year.

Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam said she visited Washington last week to meet with Indiana's U.S. Senators + Representatives about fire truck costs, public safety staffing, and U.S. 31 redevelopment plans.

She appreciated Congress's support + noted that progress from 2024 is encouraging further updates to city infrastructure.

Carmel Police Department welcomes Brittney Sanford as a Community Service Officer; she will support patrol officers by handling vehicle lockouts, abandoned cars, parking issues, and animal calls — she follows in the footsteps of her late father who served as a CSO and later with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office until 2022.

Carmel senior Will Gilhooly committed to the Seton Hall men's cross country and track and field team and will join the program in the upcoming fall season.

Concrete Strength Testing Technician Class and Exam

This two-day course includes a technician class on concrete strength testing, followed by an examination the next day, held in person at Terracon’s office in Carmel, IN.

Michael Jr.'s Comedy Show on Marriage

Michael Jr. brings his 'Funny How Marriage Works' Comedy Date-Night Experience to The Palladium, offering a humorous and inspiring evening for couples and those considering marriage.

The Red Hot Chilli Pipers at The Palladium

The Red Hot Chilli Pipers, known for their innovative blend of rock music and traditional bagpipes, will perform at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts.

Hamilton County Disability Resource Fair

6-7:30 p.m. — Carmel High School — Free entry — Connect with local resources and support for individuals with disabilities.

Burning Red - A Tribute to Taylor Swift

8 PM - 12 AM — Clowes Memorial Hall — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the music of Taylor Swift with this live tribute concert experience.

Indiana Wind Symphony: Dancing in the Streets

4-5:30 p.m. — The Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket information not provided — Experience a vibrant spring concert featuring a mix of ballet and Broadway performances including works by Bernstein and Verdi.

Peter Frampton Live Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 60 years of music with the legendary Peter Frampton following his Hall of Fame induction.

Gardening for the Beginner

1-3 p.m. — Conner Prairie — Members: $27 | Nonmembers: $30 — Learn essential gardening skills and plant seeds to start your own garden.

Bachelors of Broadway Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Ticketed event — Experience captivating melodies and harmonies from Broadway's finest gentlemen.