Good morning, Carmel.

Tenderloin Tuesdays have returned to Hamilton County with over 60 local restaurants competing for the Best Tenderloin title; sponsors offer Tuesday-only deals and daily voting throughout July.

The contest, led by Hamilton County Tourism and Current Publishing, runs from Tuesday, June 30 to Tuesday, July 28.

Three Carmel High School music groups won state championships this spring; Woodbrook Elementary appointed Brian Behrman as principal at a June 10 board meeting; and upcoming events include Taste of Carmel on Aug.

27 and the Time Travelers History Ball on June 26 at Coxhall Gardens.

On June 13, Carmel’s Village of WestClay dedicated the Liberty Tree, a white oak, at the new Liberty Common.

A plaque explains that the tree honors Boston Common’s historic elm gathering site, aligning the event with U.S. 250th birthday celebrations on July 4.

Carmel Clay History Museum hosts exhibits commemorating the nation’s 250th and the city's 50th anniversaries.

Curated by Andy Wright, the displays on the second floor at 211 1st St SW (free admission, open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wed.-Sat. and noon to 5 p.m. Sun) share key local milestones.

The Carmel Clay Schools referendum will appear on fall’s ballot after the board approved a measure on June 24 setting a rate of 42.74 cents per $100 to raise $62 million yearly for school resource officers, staff retention and student safety and mental health – leaving the decision to voters.

Carmel Clay Schools is developing a new policy banning cellphones during the school day in response to Senate Enrolled Act 78; details will be emailed to parents in July (exceptions apply for students with special needs).

Adam McNeil of Turnkey Communities restored one of the oldest buildings in the Arts & Design District on Main Street, updating brickwork and signage and removing overgrown vines.

It now houses Fayrouz restaurant, Atlas & Temple and Carmel Dance Atelier, and is seeking new tenants as State Farm Insurance relocates.

I WANT MY 80'S! A Totally Tubular Party!

5:30-9 p.m. — Hotel Carmichael, Autograph Collection — $25 Food and Beverage Minimum — Travel back to the vibrant sounds and fashion of the 1980s at this lively celebration.

Pawz for Art

2-4 p.m. — Pawz Pet Cafe/Cat Cafe and boba tea — Free entry — A creative gathering where pets and art enthusiasts unite for a fun-filled day.

Annual Boat Parade

6-8 p.m. — Woodland Spring Clubhouse — Free entry — Decorate your boat and compete for patriotic prizes in a fun-filled lake parade.

Westfield Rocks the 4th

4-10:30 p.m. — Grand Park Sports Campus — Free entry — Celebrate America 250 with live music, food vendors, and an exciting fireworks show.

2000's Night with BBMAK

7:30-9 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — $25 food and beverage minimum — Enjoy classic guitar-pop hits from the British trio known for their harmonies and chart-topping songs.

Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra: The Music of Star Wars

8:00 PM — Conner Prairie — Tickets required — Experience a magical musical journey with iconic scores from the Star Wars franchise performed live.

Jed Harrelson Live Performance

7:30 – 9:00 PM — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — $25 food and beverage minimum — Experience Nashville soul artist Jed Harrelson's heartfelt blend of soul, rock, and R&B.

Protecting Your Personal Information Online

2-3:15 p.m. — Primelife Enrichment Inc — Free entry — Learn how to safeguard your personal information while navigating the web.

Glizzy Gallop Community Run

6-8 p.m. — Athletic Annex - Carmel — Free entry — Celebrate National Hot Dog Day with a fun community 2–3 mile run/walk and post-run hot dogs.

2026 AIA Indianapolis Golf Outing

8:30 AM – 3:00 PM — Brookshire Golf Club — Registration required — Enjoy a day of golf with AIA Indianapolis members and sponsors in beautiful Carmel, Indiana.