Good morning, Carmel.

Disability advocate Ryan Hudson-Peralta will present a free public talk at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 28 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium where he will share audit findings from Allied Solutions Center and ideas for making the campus more accessible for everyone — the presentation is sponsored by Allied Solutions Center and the City of Carmel.

Nick Weber was named chief of staff by Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam and began on May 14 while keeping his role as economic development director.

He will help lead the city’s efforts — as he replaces Rebecca Carl, who resigned in April and will support the transition until the end of May.

Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales faces a lawsuit from two nonprofits and an IU student from Carmel over a law passed this session that bars college IDs from being used for voting and is set to take effect on July 1—plaintiffs argue the law burdens young voters while officials say it ensures secure voting.

Riverview Health received Excellence in Healthcare awards for its ICU, Medical/Surgical Unit 3 East and OB/GYN services at Noblesville Hospital plus top marks for several departments at Westfield Hospital, with the Emergency Department rated in the top 25 percent nationally.

The awards reflect the health system's commitment to quality patient care as it plans further facility expansions and service improvements.

Versiti Blood Center of Indiana is partnering with local EMS organizations to support EMS Week 2025 and will host a blood drive from 8 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, May 23 at the Fishers Fire Department—this event is part of a national effort to maintain a steady blood supply for emergency care.

Vaccination rates in Indiana and Hamilton County are 84.6 percent and 86.8 percent, which is below the 95 percent needed to keep measles from spreading—experts worry a case may soon appear in the region.

Carmel schools mostly reach this goal, though some kindergarten classes are as low as 80 percent, and local health officials say the current risk is low.

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.

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.

Dine to Donate at City BBQ

11 a.m. - 8 p.m. — City Barbeque — Support a great cause while enjoying delicious food.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Aura Ray Live Performance

6 PM — Primeval Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of music with Carmel's own singer/songwriter Aura Ray.

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.

Movies at Midtown

6 p.m. — Midtown Plaza Carmel — Free entry — Enjoy outdoor movie screenings in a family-friendly environment this summer.