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Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Good morning, Carmel. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local hair stylist Peng Sun, known as Jack, opened his salon Hair Sense at Muse at the Corner on April 30 at 1685 E. 116th St., offering haircuts, color, highlights, perms and extensions. The salon is in a busy area near Ben & Jerry’s with plans to grow its team. Current
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Madison Styer, a toddler teacher at The Goddard School of Carmel-West, was named a 2026 regional finalist for the Goddard Teacher of the Year Award. She earned a $1,000 cash prize and a framed certificate while fostering a supportive learning environment for children. Current
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Retired 13Sports director Dave Calabro hosted Milk & Cookies with Indianapolis 500 drivers, who shared if they’d pick steak & beer with A.J. Foyt or Italian & wine with Mario Andretti. Santino Ferrucci and Marcus Ericsson offered their choice on today's show. WTHR
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Mosaic Workshop
1-4 p.m. — Goldie & Co. — Cost TBD — Create a personalized garden stone to add charm to your home or garden.
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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.
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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.
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Mompreneur Midday Meetup
6-7 p.m. — Rangeline Chiropractic — Free entry — A supportive networking hour for business-owning moms to connect and share their journeys.
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EidFest 2026
4-8 p.m. — Civic Square Parking — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of culture and community at EidFest.
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Carmel Marathon 2026
8 a.m. — Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Registration fee required — Experience a scenic marathon course that showcases the beauty of Carmel.
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Plates and Mates: Culinary Connections
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Matador, Carmel, IN — $10 reservation fee — Enjoy a curated dinner while making new foodie friends and exploring local Spanish cuisine.
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Pet Sounds Live: A Beach Boys Celebration
7:30 – 9:00 PM — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — $25 food and beverage minimum — Experience a live recreation of The Beach Boys' iconic Pet Sounds album through music, storytelling, and visuals.
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Jashn-e-Basant 2026
5-9 p.m. — Coxhall Gardens — $10 entry — Celebrate Eid with kite flying, music, and food at this vibrant community gathering.
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Civic in Concert - Chess
7-8:30 p.m. — The Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience the musical adaptation of Chess featuring the creative talents of Richard Nelson, Tim Rice, and ABBA's Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson.
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