Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of March.
Good morning, Carmel.
Today, CrossRoads Church hosted a record-breaking Pizza and Punchlines Comedy Night free event at Westfield High School that drew nearly 800 people — the largest crowd in nine years—with performances by comedians Derrick Tennant, Brynn Cummings and Chad Thornsberry.
The church will host Home Repair Week in June with more than 300 high schoolers repairing homes in Westfield and northern Hamilton County.
Carmel’s Palladium will be renamed Payne and Mencias Palladium effective July 1 under a 10-year philanthropic agreement with longtime donors Eric and Leah Payne and Ron and Suzanne Mencias.
The donations will help the center book national and international artists more flexibly and support its educational programs.
On March 12, the Husky 4-H’ers held their monthly meeting where they installed officers, held safety and art demonstrations, and voted on club spending while also holding a trivia contest.
The club met again on March 15 at Cicero Christian Church—packing over 15,000 meals for IDES—before wrapping up their service project.
At a town hall on March 20 at Carmel Middle School, Carmel’s three at-large councilors—Jeff Worrell, Matt Snyder and Rich Taylor—shared updates on public safety, road work, and volunteer efforts including plans for an east-west trail and further work at Bear Creek Park.
They said officials will work to stop vehicles from parking on multi-use paths and will review the Palladiscope light show settings after residents raised concerns.
Developers Old Town Companies and partners presented plans for 242 apartments on 10 acres near U.S. 31 and Smoky Row Road at a March 18 meeting; the project will include 170 senior apartments—featuring a Viva Bene care concierge model—and 72 traditional units.
The plan commission will review the proposal at an April 1 committee meeting before sending it to the full commission for a vote.
The Carmel girls lacrosse team earned a 3-1 record with wins over Hamilton Southeastern, Center Grove and Sacred Heart Academy and a 10-6 loss to Hinsdale Central Friday night at Brian Murray Stadium.
They will play Detroit Day School next Saturday—followed by a rematch with Guerin Catholic on April 1.
Today — Carmel senior Arielle Sorelle Noussa Fotso committed to Dartmouth University’s women’s rugby team and will join the team this season.
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.
Carmel Marathon Weekend
8 AM — Downtown Carmel — Registration required — Experience one of the top Boston Marathon qualifying events in the scenic Carmel area.
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