Good morning, Carmel.

Hilton Garden Inn in Carmel celebrated its remodel at 13090 Pennsylvania St with updated guest rooms & a refreshed lobby; the hotel held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and guided a tour on April 23.

Dr. Alex Kor, a Carmel podiatrist (son of Holocaust survivors), shared his parents’ Holocaust story at the City of Carmel Holocaust Remembrance Ceremony at The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts on April 24, emphasizing the importance of teaching history to prevent hate in today’s turbulent times.

The Carmel Clay Schools board approved calendars for 2027-28 and 2028-29 on April 29, keeping a Wednesday start and weeklong fall break as preferred by families and staff (over 2,500 parents and 600 staff shared their input).

The school years will start on Aug. 11 and Aug. 9 respectively.

INDOT announced that Phase 3 of the Level Up 31 project will begin on Monday, May 11 and will close ramps serving northbound U.S. 31 while rerouting traffic via U.S. 31/Meridian Street until late fall+ additional ramp closures start Friday, May 15.

Indiana Fever games air free locally on WTHR & WALV this season.

The 2026 schedule features 18 regular season games starting May 17 and running through Sept. 20 with play-by-play coverage by Pat Boylan, Debbie Antonelli and Kelsie Kasper.

Will Hoge Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — Ticket Prices Vary — Experience the soulful Americana and heartland rock of acclaimed songwriter Will Hoge.

Mother's Day Spring Tulips Painting Class

1-3 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Online payment required — Celebrate Mother's Day with a fun family painting experience in Carmel.

Mother's Day Brunch

11:30 a.m. — Mercantile 37 — Check event page for costs — Celebrate Mother's Day with a delightful brunch experience.

Workshop Wednesdays

1-4 p.m. — Woodland Spring Clubhouse — Free entry — Connect with neighbors through arts and crafts every Wednesday afternoon.

Mompreneur Midday Meetup

12-1:30 p.m. — Rangeline Chiropractic — Optional lunch — A casual networking hour for business-minded moms to connect and recharge.

Airplane! Live Screening and Q&A

7-10 p.m. — Murat Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a live screening of the comedy classic Airplane! followed by a Q&A with stars Julie Hagerty and Robert Hays.

David Ranalli - Magician

7:30-9 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — Cost Info Unavailable — Experience a mesmerizing journey of mind-bending illusions and interactive magic with David Ranalli.

Mosaic Workshop

1-4 p.m. — Goldie & Co. — Cost TBD — Create a personalized garden stone to add charm to your home or garden.

Volunteer Dancer Training

4-5 p.m. — Carmel Ballroom Dance Studio — Optional $5 donation — Learn ballroom dance basics to assist as a volunteer with BOLD Benefits of Learning Dance.

Carmel Gazebo Summer Concert Series 2026

7 p.m. — Carmel Gazebo — Free entry — Enjoy a variety of family-friendly live music performances in a beautiful outdoor setting.