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Sunday, May 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Carmel. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Former Carmel resident Deb Miller will release her debut memoir 'Forget the Fairy Tale and Find Your Happiness' on June 24 — the book is published by She Writes Press and distributed by Simon & Schuster and shares her journey to balance motherhood, a high-powered career, and the search for real happiness. She lived in Carmel for 20 years and her memoir includes references to local schools and sports while challenging the myth of Prince Charming. Current
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local meteorologist Matt Standridge said Indiana’s lightning bug season may begin earlier than usual due to a warm, humid spring—peak activity is expected in early to mid-June with the glowing insects remaining visible for one to two months until conditions dry by July. WTHR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At last Friday's Hoosier Heartland Conference meet in Carroll, Sheridan's track team won five events while Nova Cross achieved a quadruple win by taking the 100, 200 and 400 dashes and then joining her teammates to win the 4x400 relay – boosting the school's performance. On the boys side, Damon Winston won the 110 hurdles and the high jump, marking a strong showing for the team. The Hamilton County Reporter
- ➤ Saturday baseball saw Hamilton Southeastern beat Hamilton Heights 12-4 at Ken Seitz Field while Guerin Catholic split its games at Lafayette Classic. Carmel’s Greyhounds split their Crown Point tournament rounds — a 10-1 loss followed by a 4-0 win — and will host Mooresville on Thursday and Roncalli on Friday before playing at Bloomington North on Saturday. The Hamilton County Reporter
- ➤ The Westfield girls tennis team won the Hoosier Crossroads Conference meet last Thursday and Saturday in Zionsville, finishing in the top three in all five flights and securing three championships—Alexandra Grilliot took No. 1 singles, Isla Harvey claimed No. 2 singles, and Addi Kooi with Ellen Volz won the doubles event. The Hamilton County Reporter
WELLNESS NEWS
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Indiana Peony Festival
8 PM – 4 PM — Seminary Park — Free entry — Celebrate the beauty of peonies with local vendors and floral showcases at this annual festival.
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Meet the Builders at Wild Air
6-8 p.m. — Wild Air Community — Free entry — Explore available lots and connect with expert builders to envision your future home.
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Pirate Cat 5K
10:30 a.m. — Big Lug Canteen — Registration fees apply — Run or walk the scenic Monon Trail and enjoy a refreshing Pirate Cat Porter post-race.
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Dine to Donate at City BBQ
11 a.m. - 8 p.m. — City Barbeque — Support a great cause while enjoying delicious food.
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Aura Ray Live Performance
8 PM – 2 AM — 3UP Rooftop Lounge — Check the event page for pricing — Experience the soulful sounds of Carmel-based singer-songwriter Aura Ray under the stars.
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Virtual Tour of Woodland Terrace
9 AM - 7 PM — Woodland Terrace of Carmel — Free entry — Explore exceptional senior living community featuring nutritious meals and friendly staff.
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NOW THAT'S FUNNY - Comedy Night
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — Two item minimum per guest — Enjoy a night of laughter with a talented lineup of comedians.
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Pups & Pints
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Clay Terrace Dog Park — Free entry — Unwind with your pup at this yappy hour featuring cold brews and furry fun.
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Aura Ray Live Performance
6 PM — Primeval Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of music with Carmel's own singer/songwriter Aura Ray.
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Firefighter for a Day Camp 2025
Mon-Fri, Jun 2-6 — Aletto Family Sports Center — Free entry — Kids ages 7-12 engage in firefighting activities and games while learning about safety and teamwork.
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